'Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet' [Film Trailer]

Archival footage supplied by the Becker Family.
Music courtesy of Jason Becker, Shrapnel Records and Warner Bros. Records

[rampage]

"ladies and gentlemen, this is Jason Becker, the sexiest man alive!"

best intro ever

[vizroncreativemedia]

Words cannot describe my feelings about this young man. His ability was above and beyond all in his realm. Had he remained healthy, he would have been without peer. His story makes me realize how blessed I really am, but at the same time how the wrath of fate can be so cruel. We were denied the majic of one of the best ever to pick up the six strings. But his will...his will to continue without self pity. He is a giant among men and a reminder, a reminder to never take anything for granted. Jason Becker the guitar player...I revere. Jason Becker the man....I adore, respect and love.

[danseq]

Hi Folks. This is Dan, Jason's long-time keyboardist and coproducer/engineer. (2:08). A couple of clarifications: The first song is "Showtime", a DLR song co-written by Jason. The second song at 2:08 is Primal, from Jason's album "Perspective". The crunchy guitar chords there are one of the last things Jason ever played on guitar. Although Steve Perry does appear on the song doing a kind of chant in the middle, the lead vocal is actually Raz Kennedy, though yes he does sound a lot like Steve!

[kyleolin]

I just found Jason Becker. And he is an inspiration to me. I am 32, legally blind, have arthritis, as well as bronchiactisis. I have laid concrete, been a landscaper, was a commercial transport mechanic for 10 years, have been a musician for just over 10 years, and am working on my degree in counselling. I plan on starting my own practice, and use music to influence my work. Never give up on a dream, unless you have found a better one to follow!

[WeGachaMetal]

There are no words to describe the emotions you feel after watching this. I was lucky enough to interview Jason on my college radio station in NJ in the late 80’s. We were both kids, but his playing was generations ahead of the curve.

[chefhisi]

when the music starts at 2:19 it gives me goosebumps every time.

[cheburashka]

i just watched the documentary and feel the need to say that his parents are REAL HEROES..especially his dad touched me so much i cried..may God give them courage and strength..

[emanonymous]

this guy inspires me every time i pick up my bass. NO EXCUSES. PLAY HARDER.

[JoakimFritz]

I am crying... tears of joy. I owe Jason, not only as a guitarist, as a human being. Throughout years of depression, one of the things that kept me going was the inspiration that Jason radiates. Thank you so much Jason!

[jennifergibb]

I cried so hard watching this movie. Jason is such an exceptional
Person. I love him so much

[DeadGlassEyes]

To know that you are destined to be huge, are onto something great, admired by thousands of people and incredibly talented.. and to have it all taken away from you, is probably one of the cruelest things I've ever seen. It tore my heart apart when I saw him crying in this video. Knowing you have so much to give, and not being able to give it. Jason, you are and always will be the best.

[killereverb]

In ‘86 I can remember watching Jason and Marty Friedman playing as “Cacophony” at the NAMM Show in Anaheim. Standing 3 feet from Jason in a small room I could see what a massively talented and mind blowing guitarist he was. Looking back I was so fortunate to see him at the beginning of his climb to the top of modern rock guitar. God bless you Jason always.

[UkeU]

Watch this movie and see one of the best guitar players of all time.
What a great film and inspiring person.

[rockerlawyer]

God, I cried like a baby... So sad, he´s a hero

[donnacurran]

Jason Becker is the saint of all playing quitar music, we love him and pray for him, Donna

[MattMcloughlin]

If Jason could still play today, i think there is no doubt he would be one of the best that ever was, being that good at the age he was is unbelievable. His story is so heartbreaking yet so inspiring, and i hope he goes on to create even more fantastic music, Jason Becker is truly an amazing musician and such an inspiration

[beekah]

Its amazing to me that someone can be such a prodigy and be so strong at the same time. Such an inspiration~

[Bhotoshop]

When I listen to Jason Becker I'm like, "What the BECK was that?"

[fstream]

Perpetual Burn is the best and the more beautifull cd ever created by a guitarist. Jason Becker still alive and will be forever. Thank You Jason, for make my day better when I listen your songs.

[Breisler]

I cried. That man is a living legend beyond comprehension. I would do anything to give him is movements back. A life so young destroyed.