I am so extremely sad about losing my friend and great inspiration, Eddie Van Halen. I love him and his contribution to the world. He was the greatest guitar player ever, and at the same time, so kind and compassionate. He supported me and my family in every way possible.
Hey everyone,
I am finally starting to feel like myself again, after many months of scary health issues, and thinking I was on my way out. Once again, thank you all for your prayers and well-wishes; I honestly feel that energy and I'm very grateful.
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Check out this never-before-seen footage of
@eddievanhalen
& me back in '96. Eddie was such a beautiful person. He was incredibly kind to me and my family. Not only was he my biggest influence, he had such a huge heart. He honestly saved my life.
Please join me, my family, and the entire Team Becker in honoring the birthday of my cherished friend, Eddie Van Halen. Having him in my life was a blessing beyond words.
"Jason has requested prayers from all you wonderful folks out there. He can feel your prayers, and is experiencing shortness-of-breath and a rapid heart rate which is pretty scary stuff."
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Hi Everyone! Here is an update from Gary Becker:
"Jason is at home, sitting on his back deck with his cats!" 💜
Thanks to everyone for their continued love and support! 🥰
Team Becker
#jasonbecker
#TriumphantHearts
#HoldOnToLove
#ThankYou
Update from Amy Becker:
"Just spoke with Pat.
Jason's infection is beginning to clear up. He will need time to heal, but he should be going home tomorrow!
Our family is so thankful for your thoughts and prayers."
#JasonBecker
#TriumphantHearts
#ThankYou
"I want to express my heartfelt thanks to my dear friend Steve Vai. Your kind words about me have deeply touched my soul. I am beyond grateful to have you in my life as a friend." - Jason
Hey everyone,
I am writing to let you all know that I am so grateful for all the love and support you have given to me and my family. I cannot thank you enough and I am very touched by your messages.
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A few years ago I met the great Stephen Hawking. His presence was powerful. I got emotional when I heard he passed. I felt kind of close to him, because we shared a similar, tough situation. I hope he is proud of what he gave the world. Now I am the elder person with ALS.
Guitar Heroes appear on “Some Assembly Required” to benefit the Jason Becker Special Needs Trust
Nita Strauss and fiancé Josh Villalta have assembled an all star cast of musicians to play on a new track, “Some Assembly Required”. Check it out!
It was the arpeggios near the end. I told him that his tune, 'Feel Your Love Tonight,' inspired my playing on that song.
He was responsible for getting 'Perspective' on the Warner Bros. label.
When the ice bucket challenge happened, he called me and sent money.
"Hey everyone,
Jason is aware of, and overwhelmed by the outpouring of prayers and love coming his way. He was feeling better for a while, but the annoying shortness of breath and rapid heart rate kept coming and going.
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Marilyn White – another incredibly loving ex-girlfriend. She can read my mind like no other, & is so encouraging to everyone. She has saved my life many times & brings joy to our whole family.
#triumphanthearts
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Hi Everyone! Here is an update on Jason from Pat Becker:
"After Jason got home, we actually had to go back to the ER and spend one more night in the ICU. Bless Serrana, who was with him until midnight; talk about angels.
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When he first came to my house he cried with so much empathy. He felt bad about giving me a guitar because I couldn't play it. Once he got more comfortable, he played the CD of the title track of 'A Little Ain't Enough' so he could point out to me his favorite lick that I played.
Congratulations my brother Marty on releasing your autobiography this December! I am so excited about reading your journey, knowing what a great story-teller and writer you are. Love you, brother.
My family, Team Becker, and I want to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who helped spread the word about the auction.
Love,
Jason.
#EVHWolfgangGuitar
#JasonBecker
So many amazing Spotify playlists were created, but the playlist created by Alejandro Zúñiga was my favorite. I am going to make this the OFFICIAL Jason Becker Ultimate Playlist.
Everyone, please give it a listen and follow it!
Hi Everyone! Here's an update (see thread) on Jason from Amy (Jason's Sister-In-Law) and Pat (Jason's Mom).
We will provide updates as they become available.
Thank you for all the good mojo, love, and prayers. 🥰
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My brand new music video for Hold On To Love is now out. This is my story, and in a way, everyone’s story. Life – we are all just trying to be happy. People are baffled that I can be happy after almost 30 years with ALS.
#triumphanthearts
#jasonbecker
Album update: We are working on the final 3 mixes. Whew! It looks like it will come out in November. My record label doesn't want me to say that yet, just in case 🙂 Hopefully the first single will come out before that. Here is my test album cover with artwork by my dad:
One of my
#triumphanthearts
, Serrana Pilar – This woman is one of the main reasons I am still here & happy. We make each other laugh, & she makes me a better person & musician. She became a nurse for me. || Head over to Facebook to generate your own watermarked photo.
Join my family and the entire Team Becker in celebrating my dear brother Richie Kotzen birthday today. Let's show him all the love he deserves! We love you, Richie, and we're so grateful to have you in our lives. - Jason Becker
The doctor felt it was best to admit him to the hospital, which is what we are doing. Right now, Gary and Serrana are on the way. I will spend the night with him tonight. On his way, he said, "gonna get this fixed. I love you." Eternal optimist and we are all taking his lead.
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The Man. The Myth. The Sexiest Man Alive! We *LOVE* you! Happy Birthday, Maestro! ❤❤❤
May these beautiful birthday greetings from last year inspire your Triumphant Friends the way you will always inspire us.
(More to come...)
"He has not been able to communicate his gratitude and love for all the recent donations and support, but he is so grateful to you all and hopes to get back to a level of energy that makes it possible to let you all know, personally, how much he appreciates you."
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Today makes 29 years with ALS. Well, there's that. Also, I just found this video of me at 15 years old, playing Gary Moore's intro solo from "End of the World." This was at my high school, Kennedy High, in Richmond, CA. Man, fun times!...
Happy birthday brother!
It is such an honor knowing that my music influenced your amazing guitar playing. Your version of Perpetual Burn is so incredible. And your solo for my song Valley of Fire was absolutely beautiful. Love you my brother.
Jason.
Working on the final song now. Man, the new album makes me all emotional. It is on a whole other level from anything I have done before. I am so anxious for you all to hear it. Here is the song list with some...
"I'd like to take a moment to express my sincere thanks to Nita Strauss and her fiancé, Josh Villalta. We've been overwhelmed by the positive response to the "Some Assembly Required" video, and I'm truly grateful for the hard work both Nita and Josh have put into this project."
Steve Hunter, Bruce Kulick, Jeff Watson, Lori Barker, Zakk Wylde, Jason Becker, Thomas McRocklin, Steve Lukather, Jon Stixx, Stu Hamm, Mike Varney, George Lynch, Vivian Campbell, Warren DeMartini
Mike Varneys's photo gallery.
Oops!
Due technical errors we had to post again this anniversary video. We apologize.
Let's all celebrate the release of "A Little and Enough"!
Released 33 years ago.
#JasonBecker
#ALittleAIntEnough
"I wanted to share this awesome clip I watched.
@marty_friedman
has been such an incredible influence on me in numerous ways.
@rickbeato
's dedication to his craft and genuine passion for music clearly shine through in this interview."
via
@YouTube
I just turned 18 and I was so happy Hurricane gave me this guitar. Uncle Ron filmed me in Gar's studio. I was working on writing the Perpetual Burn album at this time. Marty and I had just finished making Speed Metal Symphony.
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#JasonBecker
#Paganini
Please join Jason and Team Becker in wishing our dear friend
@AlexSkolnick
a very happy birthday.
From Jason:
"I hope you have an amazing day. Your friendship over the years, has been such a wonderful gift to me and my family.
Love you, my Bay Area brother!"
#JasonBecker
Me and Team Becker would like to thank Catahoula Coffee and also everyone who supports this fundraiser for me and my family. I'm very grateful to all of you. Jason Becker.
Today makes 29 years with ALS. Well, there's that. Also, I just found this video of me at 15 years old, playing Gary Moore's intro solo from "End of the World." This was at my high school, Kennedy High, in Richmond, CA. Man, fun times!
Jeff Schroeder (Smashing Pumpkins)
was gifted with a guitar from Jason and Jeff Kiesel, since then 182,000 people have seen him playing Jason's Numbers guitar on stages across the United States. For more info check it out JB's Instagram and FB pages.
#JasonBecker
What a wild ride 2021 has been! We've been incredibly moved by all the❤️and support you've given us. You've embodied the spirit of this season throughout this year & have helped Jason & his family in ways none of us would have believed possible. We will be forever grateful.
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Jason Becker Facebook Live Video Event. This Friday, November 16th at 6:30pm PT join Jason on his Facebook Page as he answers your questions and discusses his new music video for Hold On To Love.
#triumphathearts
#jasonbecker
Hey Everyone!
Check out this awesome interview with Jason & his friend, Blues Titan,
@JBONAMASSA
.
Joe's graciously given his time & talent to support Jason for many years. Thanks, Joe! We ❤️ You!
-Team Becker
#JoeBonamassa
#JoeBonamassaLive
#BluesTitan
Thank you all. I am blessed beyond belief for each and every one of you.
I am hoping to be able to check in on the computer and try to keep up with everything as much as my energy will allow me, and I hope to get back to music, in some form, as much as I can.
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Jason Becker Triumphant Hearts is out now! Sonic Perspectives wrote, "he has given the world a masterpiece and a message of love and triumph." Order you copy today
Stolen Guitar Alert!
@PaulGilbertRock
had four of his guitars stolen in Frankfurt, Germany. Please, if you have any information DM Paul on his Instagram Account (
@paulgilbert_official
) or write to paulvsgodzilla
@paulgilbert
.com
Phase 2 of the Jason Becker Virtual Fundraiser is now underway! Visit Jason's shop to see the first set of guitars:
Jason, The Becker Family, and Team Becker are grateful for the love and support from everyone involved:
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