Why Only Rich Kids Make It In Music Today

From Rick Beato. In this episode I talk about how making a living in music has become more and more difficult for anyone who doesn’t come from a wealthy, connected background. My Beato Club supporters: Justin Scott Terence Mark Jason Murray Lucienne Kilpatrick Alexander Young Jason Wagner Todd Ladner Rob Kline Nicholas Long Tim Benson…

Per Nilsson: The Swedish Shredder of DOOM

From Rick Beato. In this interview, I sit down with Swedish guitar virtuoso Per Nilsson to talk about founding Scar Symmetry, filling in with Meshuggah, and how he incorporates his vast jazz fusion vocabulary into some of the heaviest improvised music you’ve ever heard. My Beato Club supporters: Justin Scott Terence Mark Jason Murray Lucienne…

Did Geese REALLY Game The System?

From Rick Beato. In this episode I give my thoughts on the recent controversy surrounding the band Geese and their sudden rise in popularity. My Beato Club supporters: Justin Scott Terence Mark Jason Murray Lucienne Kilpatrick Alexander Young Jason Wagner Todd Ladner Rob Kline Nicholas Long Tim Benson Leonardo Martins da Costa Rodrigues Eddie Perez…

The Spotify Top 10 Got Even Worse

From Rick Beato. In this episode, I go through the top 10 songs on the US Spotify pop charts… somehow they got even worse. My Beato Club supporters: Justin Scott Terence Mark Jason Murray Lucienne Kilpatrick Alexander Young Jason Wagner Todd Ladner Rob Kline Nicholas Long Tim Benson Leonardo Martins da Costa Rodrigues Eddie Perez…

The Bruce Hornsby Interview

From Rick Beato. In this interview, Bruce Hornsby sits down to discuss his decades-long success in the music industry starting with his hit "The Way It Is" in 1986. Bruce demonstrates his unique style combining folk, jazz and pop into something completely his own. My Beato Club supporters: Justin Scott Terence Mark Jason Murray Lucienne…

The Mystery Chord That Made Toto’s “Africa” A Mega-Hit

From Rick Beato. In this episode I discuss the one chord that very well might have made Toto’s "Africa" a massive hit. If you want to check out my Ear Training, Beato Book or Guitar Programs go here: https://rickbeato.com My Beato Club supporters: Justin Scott Terence Mark Jason Murray Lucienne Kilpatrick Alexander Young Jason Wagner…

The Most Important Life Lesson My Dad Ever Taught Me

From Rick Beato. In this episode I talk about a formative experience that set my life on the path to where I am now. My Beato Club supporters: Justin Scott Terence Mark Jason Murray Lucienne Kilpatrick Alexander Young Jason Wagner Todd Ladner Rob Kline Nicholas Long Tim Benson Leonardo Martins da Costa Rodrigues Eddie Perez…

Sunday Afternoon Hang! Taking Questions

From Rick Beato. Join me for an Easter Sunday livestream where we listen to songs and answer questions. ⏰ The Complete Beato Method – Easter Sale ends TONIGHT! (All 7 Courses) Get my complete teaching system ⇢ https://rickbeato.com/ Includes ALL SEVEN digital courses: 1. Beato Ear Training Method ($99 Value) 2. Beato Book Interactive ($99…

Why I Didn’t Release This Part Of The Flea Interview

From Rick Beato. In this episode, I share some never-before-seen footage from my interview with Flea and explain why it couldn’t come out until now. Check out Fleas new record: https://open.spotify.com/album/4RsSlnwkUAvEtg0Tk86HnM My Beato Club supporters: Justin Scott Terence Mark Jason Murray Lucienne Kilpatrick Alexander Young Jason Wagner Todd Ladner Rob Kline Nicholas Long Tim Benson…

The New Musical Dark Ages Are Here

From Rick Beato. In today’s video i discuss an album released in 1973. Would a similar album of todays music have any meaning in 2079? Link to "Superstars of the 70’s" Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/625S2raq60VZ707cVGsDSS?si=-5HnFc4uR–KJ0-jYbGvdA My Beato Club supporters: Justin Scott Terence Mark Jason Murray Lucienne Kilpatrick Alexander Young Jason Wagner Todd Ladner Rob Kline Nicholas…

Larry Carlton’s Guitar Theory EXPLAINED

From Rick Beato. In today’s livestream I breakdown legendary guitarist Larry Carlton’s unique approach to music theory, and how you can apply it to your own playing. 🐣 The Complete Beato Method – Easter Special! (All 7 Courses) Get my complete teaching system ⇢ https://rickbeato.com/ Includes ALL SEVEN digital courses: 1. Beato Ear Training Method…

The Charlie Puth Interview

From Rick Beato. In this interview, I finally sit down with pop virtuoso Charlie Puth. We talk about his perfect pitch, his insane attention to detail when writing/producing, and he demonstrates his uncanny ability to recall any song he’s heard. My Beato Club supporters: Justin Scott Terence Mark Jason Murray Lucienne Kilpatrick Alexander Young Jason…

Puscifer: The Story Behind The Coolest Record of 2026

From Rick Beato. A few months ago I received an advanced copy of the new Puscifer record "Normal Isn’t" and was completely blown away. It was so interesting that I had to reach out to band members Maynard James Keenan and Mat Mitchell to get to the bottom of the albums unique sound. Here’s what…

Please STOP Sending Me This

From Rick Beato. In this episode I react to the experimental math rock band from Quebec: Angine de Poitrine. Link to full KEXP performance: https://youtu.be/0Ssi-9wS1so?si=Bc3QY8RAihOya63i My Beato Club supporters: Justin Scott Terence Mark Jason Murray Lucienne Kilpatrick Alexander Young Jason Wagner Todd Ladner Rob Kline Nicholas Long Tim Benson Leonardo Martins da Costa Rodrigues Eddie…