Clayton King - Equivalent Exchange (Playthrough)

my new single 'Equivalent Exchange' is out now

Written / Produced / Mixed / Filmed: by Clayton King
Bass: tracked by the goat, Jacob Umansky
Mastered: by Alberto De Icaza
Artwork: by Charlie Scott
B Cam Operator: Autumn King (my wife is the best)

Socials: @claytonbking on everything :)

Let me know if you want tabs for this one!

Tuning: C# G# C# F# G# C#
Gear:
Neural DSP - Nolly (rhythms), Plini (leads), Tone King (cleans) Quad Cortex (ambient parts / FX)

Disclaimer: I didn't have a 6 string with a floating trem when I filmed this, so I had to use my 7 string Iconic for the solo section. The tuning is the exact same throughout the song, the 7 string just has an added low C# 1. I also used the Digitech Whammy pedal for the low octave sections on the 6 string.

Genuinely so stoked to finally get this one out there... I really appreciate all of the support over the past year. I'm planning on releasing a couple more singles in the upcoming months along with some YouTube videos and tutorials. If you have any suggestions on tutorials you want to see please let me know in the comments!

Thanks for checking out my stuff, it really means the world to me. Go give it a listen on Spotify, Apple Music, etc.

Much love,
clayton

[dustinmccutcheon]

Someone pick this guy up because the world needs his writing

[LSU]

I don’t say this lightly… this is some of the best riffing and technique that I’ve EVER seen. And this is coming from someone who idolizes Petrucci. I’ll be watching this daily to get the hair on my neck standing up. Incredible dude

[adriengonzalesmusic]

Dude you're so talented, hard work pays off. From mixing/writing to lighting and video editing, everything is just outstanding !

[Theiscariotsin]

you are honestly probably the best guitarist in the metalcore scene right now, it's a shame more people aren't seeing this.

[beamannydanny]

Brother man that breakdown at 2:10 is PURE SAUCE 🤩

[SophieBurrell]

This is sick, audio & visual...sweet vibes 🥹

[obkatiekat]

THIS IS FRICKIN UNREAL

GG KEEP IT UP!!

[harveydjent]

Man it’s you, Browne, Dan and Olly that are the absolute riff lords of this generation.

[geroscrittore]

Only 3 bucks for the tabs in different formats?!? Even in GP file? WTF! I bought everything immediately. The immense work you have done. The transcription of your brilliant piace... For just 3 bucks. I take my hat off bro!

[ValKitsakis]

As a guitarist who has stopped playing for months and has gottentired of all the repeated riffs in djent and metal, this musical piece is extremely refreshing to my ears. Well done, my man!

[JordiLancette-km]

OMFG dude that solo blew my mind! The way you were able to completely change up the song like that while still embracing the backbone of it all blew me away, you're not only an amazing guitarist but also a true musician. Hats off to you my man, you deserve greatness

[Chretze]

This absolute masterpiece of a TONE hits SO HARD holy crap

[Cringr]

I don't know who you are. I don't know what you want. If you are looking for money I can tell you I don't have money, but I see you have a very particular set of skills. Skills you have acquired over a very long career. Skills that make you a nightmare for people like me. If you make more music like this now that'll be the end of it. I will not look for you, I will not pursue you, but if you don't, I will look for you, I will find you and I will ask for tabs 🤣

[ClingingToLifefb]

One word. Wow.
Been listening to metal since the early 80’s and it’s rare that a song makes me feel like I’m hearing something completely new. Thank you! And keep rockin’ 🤘🏽

[ingvarr]

This became one of my favorite instrumental guitar tracks of all time since I've heared it for the first time!

[manisharosin]

This scratches all of the right places in my brain! Insanely good.

[sigmarieti]

I just don't want anybody telling me there is no sacrifice without reward. Practice is the mother of the Skill... You worked it you have it! Period

[GuyWatsonGaming]

This is otherworldly - gave me chills throughout, and typically only vocal performances can do that. You've got an incredible talent Clayton, can't wait to follow your journey and see where you go from here. Only up, my friend! Rock on.

[BrandonHartOfficial]

Every now and again I'll come back here, watch this video, and be reminded of how much this song meant to me at the time. It truly brought me through one of the most difficult seasons of my life. Super thankful for you, Clayton. Keep crushing it!

[VinsentTaskmaster]

Мужик, это чертовски круто! Я давно уже ничего такого сочного не слышал. 1:40 классный момент, до мурашек.