Years ago I saw RMc just like this ... solo electric. He asked that the crowd not sing along while he performed. Seems he has changed his tune, excuse the pun.
The "Father" of the Byrds was (and in no particular order) Roger McGuinn's lead vocals, 3 & 4 part harmonies, a 12 string Ric, and a whole lotta great songs, many of which were written by Gene Clark, and most of which I'm very happy to have heard as they were recorded, i.e., ld. 'vocalized' by someone other than him. A great band, and their influence is nearly incalculable.
Gene Clark WAS the father of the Byrds BUT it was McGuinn's 12 string "Rick" AND his 7 string (double G configured with one string an octave higher) that created the signature trademark sound of the Byrds AND it was also McGuinn who was the driving force behind their music and success. Gene Clark found it very difficult to stay focused which is to say that when he was good he was very good and when he wasn't, he really wasn't.
@MrRonnieG well i think they ALL made a contribution to the whole, and as it deteriorated it lost its blessing....we invite choices into our life, and sometimes the results arent the desired ones....each complimented the other...by the way, i THINK there wasnt a 7 string double g involved in the Byrds at all. THAT came later i THINK, but yes the signature sound of the rick brought in from the beatles McGuinn developed and defined that 12 string sound and incorporated it well as a leader
@MrRonnieG I agree absolutely, except that the Martin Hd 7 was created for Roger in 2005, so it can't really have created the sound of the Byrds, which was based entirely on his Rick 12.
Remember, Roger did'nt write this song. The great Gene Clark did! Gene is one of those great under appreciated song writers. Go to "Byrds" on YouTube to see this incredibly gifted handsome man sing with the original Byrds.
I saw him last night in Chatham, NJ. He was really good. It was my first time seeing him. He came walking out from backstage playing "My Back Pages" He ended the show with a four song encore, "Feel a whole lot better", So you want to be a R&R Star?", "Chimes of Freedom" and "May the Road rise to meet you". For me the highlight was Chimes...I always loved that song
@fastfrt1 hey new jersey i used to go to the short hills mall mcguinn was supposed to play in a restaurant in the garden state plaza a long time ago but it was canceled they did have the shirells and ritchie havens at various moments
frogboytim...Your 100% right!...The Beatles had Lennon/MeCartney...The Beacch Boys had Brian Wilson/Mike Love...and the BYRDS HAD McGUINN/GENE CLARK...When Gene left the Byrds, I never really thought they were the same. It was a shame. Enjoy the Byrds! I did meet them both in 1965 and they were cool. Even hung with Genes sister for a while. She really bragged on her brother, and for a good reason!
try it..i am sure he will make it affordable..unless you want to see streisand for $500--or just go to vegas and spent some bucks and you can see anyone you want--his will probably sell out anyway
I agree. As good as this song is , its Mcguinn's magnificant Rickenbacker sound and that sublime solo that elevates it to greatness. That gives him every right to cover it. He cant claim any writing credit but he can sure claim virtually sole credit for the arrangement.
Well stated. I feel the same way. McGuinn was one of the driving forces behind the emergence of "Rickys" in rock music and I think he deserves to play anything he was ever associated with. A great combination of vocals and guitar sounds. More young artists would do well to study these "masters" of their craft.
I bought a Ric 370 12 string a few years ago, and e-mailed Roger McGuinn several times about how to get the right jingle-jangle sound...he was VERY helpful...also answered my questions about the epic book about The Byrds written by Johnnie Rogan.
Speaking of Rogers's Ric... It COULD be in my closet right now. I saw the McGuinn Clark Hillman band in Pittsburgh years ago. After their set a friend and I ran to meet the band. Roadies were carrying gear to the truck. One case, marked McGuinn w/Ric logo on it was set down by the door and left unattended for about 10 minutes. We eventually decided against it When the guys finally came out Chris and Gene stopped and talked... McGuinn walked right by us and jumped on the waiting coach.
I'm curious. Did he talk about using a compression system? I notice he has his signature model in this video which I believe has a compression built-in.
Apparently he's a bit of a penis. He's got a cheek playing Clark's song. Shortly after Gene's death, McGuinn tried claiming 'Eight Miles High' was entirely his.
Great voice, but I don't like the way he's changed the Bmajor to Bminor (e.g. at 0.21).
blossomsquirrel 4 months ago
very enjoyable.....his talent is still intact!
79goldmaster1 9 months ago
RICKENBACKER 360..I never liked the action on the damn thing but iguess thats where the ''ring ''comes from ..lol ..sounds good anyway ..
mlkemper 9 months ago
Years ago I saw RMc just like this ... solo electric. He asked that the crowd not sing along while he performed. Seems he has changed his tune, excuse the pun.
alienhuman 1 year ago
/watch?v=pY86DBYSCOE
angelsalta 1 year ago
Sweet indeed ! ! thx for posting♪
araikenn 1 year ago
This kicked ASS!
mthivier 1 year ago 2
The undisputed master of the 12 string--seen him many times--and no one comes close.
351460 1 year ago
one cool dude. nuff said
sarnian59 1 year ago
The "Father" of the Byrds was (and in no particular order) Roger McGuinn's lead vocals, 3 & 4 part harmonies, a 12 string Ric, and a whole lotta great songs, many of which were written by Gene Clark, and most of which I'm very happy to have heard as they were recorded, i.e., ld. 'vocalized' by someone other than him. A great band, and their influence is nearly incalculable.
vampyros1 1 year ago
This is great and Gene Clark was amazing too [wish his life had been happier].
AGibsonJ 1 year ago 2
Gene Clark WAS the father of the Byrds BUT it was McGuinn's 12 string "Rick" AND his 7 string (double G configured with one string an octave higher) that created the signature trademark sound of the Byrds AND it was also McGuinn who was the driving force behind their music and success. Gene Clark found it very difficult to stay focused which is to say that when he was good he was very good and when he wasn't, he really wasn't.
MrRonnieG 2 years ago
@MrRonnieG well i think they ALL made a contribution to the whole, and as it deteriorated it lost its blessing....we invite choices into our life, and sometimes the results arent the desired ones....each complimented the other...by the way, i THINK there wasnt a 7 string double g involved in the Byrds at all. THAT came later i THINK, but yes the signature sound of the rick brought in from the beatles McGuinn developed and defined that 12 string sound and incorporated it well as a leader
MrBruceBarham 1 year ago
@MrRonnieG I agree absolutely, except that the Martin Hd 7 was created for Roger in 2005, so it can't really have created the sound of the Byrds, which was based entirely on his Rick 12.
gibb253 1 year ago
Even though Gene brought and sang this song with the Byrds Roger/Jim is masterful playing it on his Rickenbacker ..RIP both Gene & Michael.
rocksinger45 2 years ago
Really like the Rickenbacker sound
Ianpbx 3 years ago 13
Gene Clark, RIP!!!...still the greatest on this song!!!
49erBW 3 years ago 5
Harold Eugene Clark. No other.
bill3979 3 years ago 6
@bill3979 <----- serious threat to young boys beware of this man
Youzentuber 6 months ago
Remember, Roger did'nt write this song. The great Gene Clark did! Gene is one of those great under appreciated song writers. Go to "Byrds" on YouTube to see this incredibly gifted handsome man sing with the original Byrds.
spoiledbigtime 3 years ago 5
I saw him last night in Chatham, NJ. He was really good. It was my first time seeing him. He came walking out from backstage playing "My Back Pages" He ended the show with a four song encore, "Feel a whole lot better", So you want to be a R&R Star?", "Chimes of Freedom" and "May the Road rise to meet you". For me the highlight was Chimes...I always loved that song
fastfrt1 3 years ago 2
@fastfrt1 hey new jersey i used to go to the short hills mall mcguinn was supposed to play in a restaurant in the garden state plaza a long time ago but it was canceled they did have the shirells and ritchie havens at various moments
spacepatrolman 1 year ago
It's unbelievable that he still can play/sing like this , only very few will
glfgecko 4 years ago 6
I effin' worship McGuinn, but this song is nothing without Gene's vocal.
frogboytim 4 years ago 3
frogboytim...Your 100% right!...The Beatles had Lennon/MeCartney...The Beacch Boys had Brian Wilson/Mike Love...and the BYRDS HAD McGUINN/GENE CLARK...When Gene left the Byrds, I never really thought they were the same. It was a shame. Enjoy the Byrds! I did meet them both in 1965 and they were cool. Even hung with Genes sister for a while. She really bragged on her brother, and for a good reason!
49erBW 4 years ago
what's his e-mail adress, I also got some questions? thanks for posting, what about tom petty's version on full moon fever?
fel78 4 years ago
have you ever bought a ticket to a live show?
try it..i am sure he will make it affordable..unless you want to see streisand for $500--or just go to vegas and spent some bucks and you can see anyone you want--his will probably sell out anyway
besidemyself1 4 years ago
It's not the point whose song is this, everyone knows Gene wrote it, but I was expecting and waiting for that famous guitar solo :-((
Carla Olson's guitarist did it very well in live performance with Clark.
Ingram011 4 years ago
wrighty and williamp, it takes one to know one. Commenting on the song as it is performed , its pretty good.
toyoboe 4 years ago
Doesn't get any better than McGuinn with his Rickenbacker.
darkglasses 4 years ago
I agree. As good as this song is , its Mcguinn's magnificant Rickenbacker sound and that sublime solo that elevates it to greatness. That gives him every right to cover it. He cant claim any writing credit but he can sure claim virtually sole credit for the arrangement.
genericgeorge 4 years ago
Well stated. I feel the same way. McGuinn was one of the driving forces behind the emergence of "Rickys" in rock music and I think he deserves to play anything he was ever associated with. A great combination of vocals and guitar sounds. More young artists would do well to study these "masters" of their craft.
mwolf49 4 years ago 3
I bought a Ric 370 12 string a few years ago, and e-mailed Roger McGuinn several times about how to get the right jingle-jangle sound...he was VERY helpful...also answered my questions about the epic book about The Byrds written by Johnnie Rogan.
skipbird 4 years ago 3
Speaking of Rogers's Ric... It COULD be in my closet right now. I saw the McGuinn Clark Hillman band in Pittsburgh years ago. After their set a friend and I ran to meet the band. Roadies were carrying gear to the truck. One case, marked McGuinn w/Ric logo on it was set down by the door and left unattended for about 10 minutes. We eventually decided against it When the guys finally came out Chris and Gene stopped and talked... McGuinn walked right by us and jumped on the waiting coach.
xtrm1 4 years ago
I'm curious. Did he talk about using a compression system? I notice he has his signature model in this video which I believe has a compression built-in.
dyamarick 4 years ago
Apparently he's a bit of a penis. He's got a cheek playing Clark's song. Shortly after Gene's death, McGuinn tried claiming 'Eight Miles High' was entirely his.
wrightylew 4 years ago
Met Mcguinn years ago, what an a--hole. Hopefully he's a little more humble today.
ps. roger shouldn't try to cover Gene Clark's record.
williamp303 4 years ago
I dont know, I see it as a tribute to Gene. He does a good honest honourable job. I think Gene would have been honoured.
genericgeorge 4 years ago 5
wonderful song, love the words. dang words have great meaning, for bad relationship.
kaleyjoi 4 years ago
what a great song!
andyman59 4 years ago