Jason Becker

"Some Assembly Required", by Jason Becker & Friends out now!!

Guitar Heroes appear on "Some Assembly Required" to benefit the Jason Becker Special Needs Trust. Additionally, all of us can help by donating at www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=NUUSS6J5RW…

All the money raised goes directly to assisting Jason and his family in their ongoing battle against ALS.

Nita Strauss and fiancé Josh Villalta have assembled an all-star cast of musicians to play on a new track, “Some Assembly Required.” The song is based on one of Jason's original demo tracks that was pitched to David Lee Roth but never got used.

Jason says, "So, I wrote this song in early 1990, hoping that David Lee Roth would want to use it. I went to Matt and Gregg Bissonette's place and recorded it with them. It was a lot of fun. Dave passed on it. Cool, because now all these fantastic players get to jam on it. A few years ago, Nita and Josh came over to go through some of my unreleased music to see if they wanted to do some kind of collaboration. This Christmas, they surprised me with this beautiful video. Man, what a gift! Not only from them, but from everyone involved. I am such a big fan of you all! Thank you all so very much."

Nita says, "From the moment we went up to Jason’s house for the first time in 2015, we felt an amazing connection with Jason and his team. When we had the chance to help out in some way, we jumped at the opportunity. The original idea was to do a song for my own album, but we quickly realized this could be a much bigger project and, more importantly, have a bigger impact to help Jason raise awareness and funds. We took Jason’s rough demo, set it to a click, Josh re-tracked the drums, and I replayed the rhythm guitars. The incredible Billy Sheehan came down to the studio and played bass. From there, we reached out to tons of Jason’s friends and peers, from all genres and eras, and amassed an army of friends to trade solos on this track. We left Jason’s original demo solo where it was, where it shines to this day alongside so many of the players that love and look up to him. We were able to send this video to Jason on Christmas Day and bring some holiday cheer to him and his family! Jason loved it and christened the new song 'Some Assembly Required."

Now, we are reaching out to you, the rock community, to be an ally to Jason and his family. The ongoing struggle to find caregiver help seems to be an endless challenge. This brings stress and worry for Jason because of the out-of-pocket funds he pays, not to mention the daily pressure of just staying alive against all odds. This stress makes it difficult for any creative activity, which is what keeps him going.

Jason is actively writing and creating music, and we all have the chance to support this track on all platforms with all funds going directly to Jason, or by donating directly at www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=NUUSS6J5RW…

“Some Assembly Required” features, in order:

Chris Broderick @ChrisBroderickGuitarist
Joe Bonamassa @JoeBonamassaTV
Gus G @firetv
Paul Gilbert @paulgilbertrock
Angel Vivaldi @AngelVivaldi
Steve Vai @SteveVaiHimself
Steve Stevens
Rob Scallon @robscallon
Jennifer Batten
Nili Brosh @NiliBrosh
Richie Kotzen @RichieKotzenOfficial
Marc Rizzo @MarcRizzoOfficial
Lari Basilio @laribasilio_
Zakk Wylde @zakkwyldetv @ale
Alex Skolnick @TheRealAlexSkolnick
Phil Demmel @pjdemmelition
Nita Strauss @hurricanenita
Jason Himself (original demo solo!)
Marty Friedman @martyfriedmanofficialyoutu4475
Herman Li @dragonforce
Jared Dines @JaredDines_
Steve Lukather @stevelukathertube

Drums: Josh Villalta @TheJoshV
Bass: Billy Sheehan
Mixed & Mastered by Nick Sampson

1 year ago (edited) | [YT] | 171

Jason Becker

My family, Team Becker, and I want to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who helped spread the word about the auction. Your support means the world to us. The overwhelming love we receive is an incredible gift. In the upcoming year, I'm excited to share new music and other exciting projects with you. Each and every one of you deserves to know how genuinely grateful I am for your unwavering support. It's because of all of you that I'm able to bring the music I envision to life and share it with you.

Love,
Jason.

#EVHWolfgangGuitar #JasonBecker #Shred #GuitarWorld #VanHalenCollectors #GuitarCollectors #GuitarCollection #Guernseys #20thCenturyIconicItems #EVH #VanHalen #EddieVanHalen #Auction #Guitar #Guitarist #JasonBeckerFans #VanHalen #EVHFans #VanHalenFans

1 year ago | [YT] | 820

Jason Becker

CALLING ALL THE GUITAR COLLECTORS!

Hello, everyone, Jason here.
I want to convey that I'm completely fine with this guitar being put up for auction. It was just collecting dust on my wall, and I thought it should be with someone who would really love and appreciate it as much as I do, and hopefully share it with others.
Over the years, Eddie was incredibly kind and generous to both me and my family. These memories are something that all of us will cherish forever. To many, he was a guitar hero and a larger-than-life character. He meant all of those things to me as well, and then he became my friend.
He was as kind, generous, and compassionate as he was a musical genius. Whenever people visited my house and saw the guitar, their faces would light up, knowing they were close to something that had a connection to Eddie. My family would share stories about the day he came over, sat on our couch, jammed, and hung out with all of us. After Eddie's passing, I shared a video of that special day, revealing a side of him that very few had the privilege to witness. Reading the heartfelt comments and witnessing the overwhelming outpouring of love for Eddie from so many has genuinely touched the depths of my heart.
I hope it serves as an inspiration for people to extend as much love to others as Eddie bestowed upon me and my family on that day." The auction of this guitar will benefit my family in many ways, but equally important, I hope it shines a light on the extraordinary heart that beat within Eddie.
Love to all,
Jason, Family, and Team Becker.


FOR MORE INFORMATION

Guernsey’s Auction
www.guernseys.com/v2/20th_Century_Iconic_Items.htm…

Eddie Van Halen visiting Jason Becker and giving the guitar
https://youtu.be/cN3Gn8W4ZvA?feature=...

#JasonBecker #EddieVanHalen #Guernseys #TheJimIsrayCollection #VHND #MammothEVH #NormRareGuitars #EdwardVanHalen #EVH #GuitarCollection #GuitarCollections #Guitar #Guitarist #GuitarPlayer #Auction #GuitarSolo #5150 #PeaveyWolfgang #Peavey #VanHalenHistory #VanHalenFans #JasonBeckerFans

1 year ago (edited) | [YT] | 296

Jason Becker

Hey Everyone!



Check out the interview our awesome friends, Norm from ‪@NormansRareGuitars‬, Herman Li of ‪@dragonforce‬, and Team Becker's own Stephen Correa did recently at Norm's ridiculously cool shop!



https://youtu.be/9_IkgVMRIA4


In the vid, Herman and Stephen talk with Norm about the recent fundraising campaigns and Jason's ‪@Reverb‬ shop, showcasing some of the gorgeous instruments involved and available. Guthrie Govan's donated guitar even gets some playtime with Herman - very cool. 🙂 Be sure to watch all the way through for some teaser details about upcoming happenings (*wink, wink, nudge, nudge*) and some recent cool happenings with ‪@hurricanenita‬ of the ‪@AliceCooper‬ band, thanks to ‪@TheNeuroticGuitarist‬.


Jason, The Becker Family, and TeamBecker want you all to know how grateful we are for everyone's love and support. We're resting easier than ever before thanks to all of you. ❤🥰❤

We look forward to keeping you posted on what's goin' on!


Team Becker


#JasonBecker #ALSAWARENESS4JASON #GuthrieGovan #GuitarCollectors #TriumphantHearts

3 years ago | [YT] | 58

Jason Becker

"Fantastic new album by my dear friends, Mike Bemesderfer and Dave Shul. Mike is the reason I could keep making music. The first time we met, we recorded my song, "Rain." He has played a lot of flute and wind controller on my albums. We are so close, but I only recently found out what an incredible singer he is! He and Dave made this killer album, Off the Coast of August. Check it out."



--Jason



Off the Coast of August - BUSK!

www.buskmusic.com/



Click on the "Listen Now" Smartlink button to view links to all of the streaming and download platforms and enjoy!

#BuskMusic #MikeBemesderfer #DaveShul #NewMusic

3 years ago | [YT] | 173

Jason Becker

Friday, March 19 - ‪@TheDooo‬ joins ‪@HermanLi‬ from ‪@dragonforce‬ to #ShredforJasonBecker LIVE!
Herman and The Dooo will be shredding together to raise money for Jason to help in his battle against ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease).

Check out this soundcheck preview from Herman and join the Twitch Stream at 1 PM PT / 4 PM ET / 20:00 UK

https://youtu.be/AUj70PBV5lM?t=214

Herman's Twitch Channel: www.twitch.tv/hermanli


#shredforjasonbecker #jasonbecker #hermanli #dragonforce #thedooo #holdontolove

4 years ago (edited) | [YT] | 280

Jason Becker

Tomorrow, ‪@TheRealAlexSkolnick‬ of ‪@Testament‬ will join ‪@HermanLi‬ of ‪@dragonforce‬ on his Twitch channel for the #ShredforJasonBecker fundraiser! 🤘😃🤘



Join the stream: www.twitch.tv/hermanli
Thursday, March 18th, at 1 PM PT / 4 PM ET / 20:00 UK


Thanks to the awesome fans and Team Becker supporters, we've raised over $13K so far 🥰.


#jasonbecker #shredforjasonbecker #hermanli #dragonforce #alexskolnick #testamentband #holdontolove

4 years ago | [YT] | 211

Jason Becker

"Jason was just stunned by this beautiful cover of "Hold on to Love" by ‪@Ale-Desafinados‬. It reminded him of ‪@davidgilmour‬'s playing, which is what he was going for in this song. We watched it several times."
- Pat



Be sure to comment that Jason sent you:
https://youtu.be/NRIPjXGWxXs

#JasonBecker #HoldontoLove #TriumphantHearts #Desafinados #JasonBeckerCovers

4 years ago | [YT] | 283

Jason Becker

Check out my dear friend, ‪@Marty.Friedman‬'s, new video and be sure to watch all the way through for a special message and surprise guest appearance. :) My good friends and Steve Brogden also show up playing my Hurricane guitars! More about those a bit later...

https://youtu.be/WKrGc-RZDDI



Marty's new album, Tokyo Jukebox 3, is out now!


avex.lnk.to/mtf_tjb3


#JasonBecker #MartyFriedman #Tokyo Jukebok 3 #NeverGiveUp #TriumphantHearts #HoldOnToLove

4 years ago | [YT] | 276

Jason Becker

Check out this in-depth look at my new Yin Yang Guitar from @KieselGuitars with Jeff Kiesel! Thanks to Jeff and everyone at Kiesel!

--Jason

https://youtu.be/eCjTsUY6f8o

For more information on the Jason Becker Yin Yang Tribute Guitar, visit www.kieselguitars.com/catalog/guitars/jbyy

#JasonBecker​ #JasonBeckerSignatureSeries​ #JasonBeckerGuitars​ #YinYang​ #JasonBeckerYinYangGuitar​ #KieselGuitars​ #JeffKiesel​ #HoldOnToLove

4 years ago (edited) | [YT] | 202