most really young players dont understand its alot harder to play simple - soulfully - an amatuer plays everything they know ...all the time.. lol . Where a gifted player knows it isnt what he plays - its what he chooses not to play - the spaces show his soul
grest solo and artist, but i think that solo would sound better on a neck position (it's only my opinion), anyway he plays it great, I've got hope in his music and John Mayer ;)
Just saw him on the "red white and blues" special at the white house on PBS..where he and various artists performed for the president.
some of the other artists were Mick Jagger, BB king, Dereck trucks, Booker T..and others that i cant recall at this time..If you get the chance dont pass it up and watch it on your local pbs station.
Yeah man it's great that you know who Eddie Hazel is and of course Marvin Gaye this guy is what has been needed and missing in todays music now for so long a singer,a musician,a songwriter sincerity soul and pat your foot nod your head rhythm.
@octavelove hahahaha...so true. I just commented the same thing on in the comments for his :Bright Lights" performance at the Crossroads Festival. I'm 50 and I've been patiently waiting for someone like Gary Clark jr...for ages. Love this guy..
buy I am older than you..heheh..geezers rule! or do they?..heheh..
anyways i like that he can sing blues, rithym and blues,old school blues and of course he can rock!!!..this song reminds me of those old time slow jams.
average not very good guitar player (as in no real touch, no vibrato on bends, does not have it), not great technique and sloppy, bending off key,nothing drop jaw as a blues player. Also, the Casino is not the guitar to be bending on because of the tail piece. I blow this guy away, not arrogance and I should be at Crossroads over him..
@tele757 Sorry, went to your page, you don't have any videos. Post something so we can judge for ourselves. Any ass-hat on the web can spout off a bunch of jargon and claim to be this or that. Anyone who knows anything about music knows it not all about "Technique." For fucks sakes, the whole base of blues is to oppose "the standard " and "technique" Gary is making noise for a reason and you are at home ,bitter, on your Keyboard watching him for a reason. Good luck with your "career" though.
@tele757 I suppose you think Eric Clapton would pick you to come on tour with him as well? He might not be the best guitar player around (although I think he is very good) but I'm willing to bet he's got more soul in his index finger than you do in your body. The fact that he's there and you're on YouTube hating on him proves that without a doubt. And yes that was completely arrogant and probably what's holding you back...Good luck with whatever it is you want to do in music with that attitude.
@VuduChild1970 I doubt that, I coulkd prove it, But why would fucking care what some anonymous person on the internet cares, Its not like you are some hot chick I am looking to screw. Don't you think the ownus is on you to show that there aren't better guitarist out there, since your little feelings got hurt, you really think I am motivated to win the heart of some douche
@VuduChild1970 i have played with Haynes and Robbie Robertson in the 80's at Triad, and with him for many years my boy. Its f funny, I usually hang up whenever I get a cold call from a sales guy, usually its someone wants to manage my stock portfolio, and i usually hang up because I have someone already. But , I do realize that sometimes that I am hanging up on someone who may well know what they are doing.
Shut the fuck up idiot!!! How much fucking dribble and blah, blah, blah you got in you? Just respond, blah, blah, blah... I'm stupid. I'm not a smart man. That's all you need to say.
@VuduChild1970 a bet based on incomplete information. There are no opponents here man, just you. Name 3 American fuzz tones, what pedals? What was Hendrix best work?
@VuduChild1970 since you put it out there,yea he would, because I play as well as him, imagine that, But would I just have to better than Gary, Lets just say I am in the Clapton camp. Clapton went with Derek Trucks, Crowes went with Page (not the Keys)
@tele757 no body gives a fuck about your supposed technical skill or knowledge or perfection of playing the guitar. This music is fucking great. Got soul, got feeling, got passion. You can tell it means something to him and it translates to the fans... You can read all the books about playing guitar, learn all the little tricks, but you will never be the musician that Gary Clark Jr is. He's got a gift, hes got soul. You just got a big mouth.
@tele757 Honestly who knows. maybe you are a better guitar player than Gary. You have no vids to prove your not. But who are you to judge what someone can or can't do and whos better than who? Funny thing about is while your on your computer talking about how much better your are than Gary. Hes up on stages performing in front of thousands of people diggin his music. I know I dig his music.
WOW. Just heard about him a few weeks ago and I can't get enough. GCJr. is a mix of Motown, Muddy Waters, and Prince. Himself, The Black Keys and Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears are the best things going right now.
i cant stop watching this. this solo is like a lesson in guitar playing for me. it tells a story and doesnt sound eager. it starts off smooth and takes us on a rollercoaster of pure emotion
come on man its unfair to see bieber and gaga with millions of views and pure talents like this one with only a few thousands....its a shame...cant people see??? Its clear...Thank you youtube for giving us the chance to listen to good music...if we left it to radio and MTV we would be braindead by now
this is fucking brilliant. I'm 16 and most of today's music is utterly horrible, but this guy is incredible. His solos in this remind me of eddie hazel, and his voice sounds like marvin gaye, what a combination
@boudroxycut im glad to know that there are other 16 yr olds that enjoy the fine souls of eddie hazel and marvin gaye. most kids our age dont even know who those people are, and it makes me sad hahah
@boudroxycut keep playing, my young friend. Listen to them all. When you get into a rut, learn a Kenny Burrell tune or Villa-Lobos or Joe Pass or Buddy Guy or whoever, but stay true to yourself. Mr. Clark is a breath of fresh air not because he is great, but because he is real, IMHO. //2 cents.
This guy is flat out one of the most amazing musicians i've ever ever heard, has a unique sound that is truly one of a kind, I can't wait to hear what records he'll make in the future
What can I say? If you have ever missed someone, this song goes deep inside you. Nice change from his usual heavy blues. This artist reminds me of New Orleans in the mid sixties when I heard a guy named Jimmy for the first time. Garys good! What do you think Dianne?
If you're on a blues kick and want to see the best up and coming player do yourselves a favor and check out Scott Sharrard - he is gregg allmans guitar player and search for him playing bad romance by lady gaga with his band... thats where it's at!!!
damn this is awesome and disagree with me if u want for saying this, but, i havent been that into a recent guitar player's solo since watching john mayer.
Gary Clark Jr is simply amazing! So versatile with his styles of music and vocals. Most definitely an inspiration for any guitarist (including myself).
@TheBigdummi Actually his biggest gig was a performance at the white house recently
it was shown on PBS..among the performers was BB king Buddy Guy, Jeff Beck, Mick Jagger and others.."red white and blues" is the name of the show and they will probably show it again..
Soulful man...his guitar tone is harsh..but soul is there.
impala666 1 day ago
most really young players dont understand its alot harder to play simple - soulfully - an amatuer plays everything they know ...all the time.. lol . Where a gifted player knows it isnt what he plays - its what he chooses not to play - the spaces show his soul
TheLorishep 2 days ago
This is just fantastic, best performer i have seen in ages, voice, guitar, highs, lows, he has it all.
frogslips 2 days ago
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Why only 52 thousand views? he should have a million minimum!
SDsailor7 3 days ago
grest solo and artist, but i think that solo would sound better on a neck position (it's only my opinion), anyway he plays it great, I've got hope in his music and John Mayer ;)
fiszmenek 3 days ago
Just saw him on the "red white and blues" special at the white house on PBS..where he and various artists performed for the president.
some of the other artists were Mick Jagger, BB king, Dereck trucks, Booker T..and others that i cant recall at this time..If you get the chance dont pass it up and watch it on your local pbs station.
SDsailor7 4 days ago in playlist Favorite videos
He's my fucking man crush
tomheuchan1234 5 days ago
Me slow dancing with my baby :-) to this song.
SDsailor7 6 days ago
I would like to see him playing with BBking..they could make beautiful music together.
SDsailor7 6 days ago
so nice i had to listen to it twice.
kerron68 6 days ago
charlie jones on the drums!!
ribarraatx 1 week ago
Don't know what led me to this site but, he's got a new fan! This guy's awesome!
kaiser152 1 week ago
how awsome to see a new face playing and singing his way to stardom .alot of raw talent here.just incredible.
MyBluejam 1 week ago
Yeah man it's great that you know who Eddie Hazel is and of course Marvin Gaye this guy is what has been needed and missing in todays music now for so long a singer,a musician,a songwriter sincerity soul and pat your foot nod your head rhythm.
barrabas357 1 week ago
I was doing work while watching this and by the end of it I had completely forgotten everything I was doing.
MKRocker2012 1 week ago
I'm a old gezzer now i've been playing for years blues punk funk rock and r&b and this
is the man to carry the torch that the great that came before him bb king albert king
glen goines I'm just happy to see you mr clark you are long over due!!!!!!!
octavelove 2 weeks ago 3
@octavelove hahahaha...so true. I just commented the same thing on in the comments for his :Bright Lights" performance at the Crossroads Festival. I'm 50 and I've been patiently waiting for someone like Gary Clark jr...for ages. Love this guy..
Benji8461 2 weeks ago
@Benji8461 Me too!
buy I am older than you..heheh..geezers rule! or do they?..heheh..
anyways i like that he can sing blues, rithym and blues,old school blues and of course he can rock!!!..this song reminds me of those old time slow jams.
Best wishes
SDsailor7 6 days ago
This guy is Marvin Clapton (Marvin Gaye + Eric Clapton)
luizsantos08 2 weeks ago
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BinTheCo 2 weeks ago
Blown away
eatonsf 2 weeks ago
Reminds me a lot of Luther Allison.
WillieTharpIV 2 weeks ago 2
thats a big damn stage. and he definitely fills it up
chillguitardude10 2 weeks ago
Aside from the fact that he's a great player, this guy proved me correct that the EPI Casino is a great "blues" guitar instead of just garage rock!
marguitar1 2 weeks ago
Mmmm, when can we expect a full album?
I've already got his self-titled and the Bright Lights EP, but I need more! MOAR!!
xCHADbroCHIL17x 3 weeks ago
Stunning Soulful singing and jaw droppingly soulful guitar solo! Wow
northernDel 3 weeks ago 4
Like Al Green and Jimi Hendrix rolled into one. Beautiful.
leeistrail 3 weeks ago 3
this guy has so much potential
S3EKAND3STR0Y 3 weeks ago 2
average not very good guitar player (as in no real touch, no vibrato on bends, does not have it), not great technique and sloppy, bending off key,nothing drop jaw as a blues player. Also, the Casino is not the guitar to be bending on because of the tail piece. I blow this guy away, not arrogance and I should be at Crossroads over him..
tele757 1 month ago
@tele757 Sorry, went to your page, you don't have any videos. Post something so we can judge for ourselves. Any ass-hat on the web can spout off a bunch of jargon and claim to be this or that. Anyone who knows anything about music knows it not all about "Technique." For fucks sakes, the whole base of blues is to oppose "the standard " and "technique" Gary is making noise for a reason and you are at home ,bitter, on your Keyboard watching him for a reason. Good luck with your "career" though.
agrippa45 1 month ago 3
@agrippa45 you heard my critique, and it was not about you personally-so why do you persist. I guess I have better ears than you. live w it.
tele757 1 month ago
@tele757 Cool story, bro.
agrippa45 1 month ago
@agrippa45 coming from a rap fan, (which you are) your advice on rock guitar means soo much
tele757 1 month ago
@tele757 I suppose you think Eric Clapton would pick you to come on tour with him as well? He might not be the best guitar player around (although I think he is very good) but I'm willing to bet he's got more soul in his index finger than you do in your body. The fact that he's there and you're on YouTube hating on him proves that without a doubt. And yes that was completely arrogant and probably what's holding you back...Good luck with whatever it is you want to do in music with that attitude.
VuduChild1970 1 month ago 2
@VuduChild1970 I doubt that, I coulkd prove it, But why would fucking care what some anonymous person on the internet cares, Its not like you are some hot chick I am looking to screw. Don't you think the ownus is on you to show that there aren't better guitarist out there, since your little feelings got hurt, you really think I am motivated to win the heart of some douche
tele757 1 month ago
@VuduChild1970 i have played with Haynes and Robbie Robertson in the 80's at Triad, and with him for many years my boy. Its f funny, I usually hang up whenever I get a cold call from a sales guy, usually its someone wants to manage my stock portfolio, and i usually hang up because I have someone already. But , I do realize that sometimes that I am hanging up on someone who may well know what they are doing.
tele757 1 month ago
@tele757
Shut the fuck up idiot!!! How much fucking dribble and blah, blah, blah you got in you? Just respond, blah, blah, blah... I'm stupid. I'm not a smart man. That's all you need to say.
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tele757 1 month ago
@VuduChild1970 a bet based on incomplete information. There are no opponents here man, just you. Name 3 American fuzz tones, what pedals? What was Hendrix best work?
tele757 1 month ago
@VuduChild1970 since you put it out there,yea he would, because I play as well as him, imagine that, But would I just have to better than Gary, Lets just say I am in the Clapton camp. Clapton went with Derek Trucks, Crowes went with Page (not the Keys)
tele757 1 month ago
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VuduChild1970 1 month ago
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@tele757 Fuckin troll. Just go watch your favorite players and let people enjoy the apparently terrible guitarist that is Gary Clark Jr. in peace.
VuduChild1970 1 month ago
@tele757
30% technique (or less)
70% soul
in my opinion this is the music
the music needs technique obviously, but is not the only thing that the music needs
bubuxz09 1 month ago 4
@tele757 no body gives a fuck about your supposed technical skill or knowledge or perfection of playing the guitar. This music is fucking great. Got soul, got feeling, got passion. You can tell it means something to him and it translates to the fans... You can read all the books about playing guitar, learn all the little tricks, but you will never be the musician that Gary Clark Jr is. He's got a gift, hes got soul. You just got a big mouth.
ledzepig 3 weeks ago 4
@tele757 Honestly who knows. maybe you are a better guitar player than Gary. You have no vids to prove your not. But who are you to judge what someone can or can't do and whos better than who? Funny thing about is while your on your computer talking about how much better your are than Gary. Hes up on stages performing in front of thousands of people diggin his music. I know I dig his music.
phattymelt 3 weeks ago 36
WOW. Just heard about him a few weeks ago and I can't get enough. GCJr. is a mix of Motown, Muddy Waters, and Prince. Himself, The Black Keys and Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears are the best things going right now.
JTM4310 1 month ago
@JTM4310 you must not be a great blues guitar player or have baseline to make a comparison, to say this
tele757 1 month ago
He's going to get better and be right there with the BEST!
TappaKeggaBeer 1 month ago
Jeff buckley influence much?
benguyondavis 1 month ago
@benguyondavis More like Smokey Robinson.
mbsnyderc 1 month ago in playlist Liked videos
i cant stop watching this. this solo is like a lesson in guitar playing for me. it tells a story and doesnt sound eager. it starts off smooth and takes us on a rollercoaster of pure emotion
NANDO218 1 month ago
Awesome, Beautiful !
guitartests 1 month ago
very cool.
dewfish 1 month ago
come on man its unfair to see bieber and gaga with millions of views and pure talents like this one with only a few thousands....its a shame...cant people see??? Its clear...Thank you youtube for giving us the chance to listen to good music...if we left it to radio and MTV we would be braindead by now
CreativedotMedia 1 month ago 2
He's got so much soul, watch his face during the solo, you can see it
BlackyMcBadass 1 month ago
If this isn't best live guitar solo since Hendrix was playing, then I don't know what is.
bgiglio 1 month ago 3
how could you not be reminded of jimi when you hear this... brilliant
PeaceLoveAndRobots 1 month ago
@ masquecassete:
I believe it's simply guitar volume and a Vibro King amp.
TheGnob27 1 month ago
Unreal !!! :D
oclero 1 month ago
Does anybody know what is the pedal he uses in the solo?
masquecassete 1 month ago
blacks ... always surprising me
achemaro 2 months ago
only real hard players play the gibson es 335, like freddie n bb, sick tone
bklyncosanostra 2 months ago
they say it's not about the guitar, it's about the guitarist
jckido 2 months ago
So much soul.
Chancer4ever 2 months ago
que hueva, tiene bonita voz, pero sus arreglos, no tienen la mayor importancia. 1 o 2 círculos armónicos zzzzzz zzzzzzz
AlJimmyRex 2 months ago
@ EK is always about the player my man. That's a stock Epi too.
mackmor 2 months ago
Bloody hell I wish I could make my Epiphone Casino sound like that. Amazing
SmithersJones87 2 months ago
GARY CLARK JR IS GOD!!!
setewone 2 months ago in playlist hakd
making baby music right there shitt
AdogCOLOMBIANO 2 months ago 2
this is fucking brilliant. I'm 16 and most of today's music is utterly horrible, but this guy is incredible. His solos in this remind me of eddie hazel, and his voice sounds like marvin gaye, what a combination
boudroxycut 2 months ago 12
@boudroxycut well im 7 years old and i can play better than you
ildfh 3 weeks ago
@boudroxycut im glad to know that there are other 16 yr olds that enjoy the fine souls of eddie hazel and marvin gaye. most kids our age dont even know who those people are, and it makes me sad hahah
Frimid 1 week ago
@boudroxycut keep playing, my young friend. Listen to them all. When you get into a rut, learn a Kenny Burrell tune or Villa-Lobos or Joe Pass or Buddy Guy or whoever, but stay true to yourself. Mr. Clark is a breath of fresh air not because he is great, but because he is real, IMHO. //2 cents.
rtw1313 1 week ago
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boudroxycut 2 months ago
This guy is flat out one of the most amazing musicians i've ever ever heard, has a unique sound that is truly one of a kind, I can't wait to hear what records he'll make in the future
Shimmy2234 2 months ago
What can I say? If you have ever missed someone, this song goes deep inside you. Nice change from his usual heavy blues. This artist reminds me of New Orleans in the mid sixties when I heard a guy named Jimmy for the first time. Garys good! What do you think Dianne?
yfu69 2 months ago in playlist YouTube Mix for Gary Clark, Jr.
damn that shit made me teer up...
setewone 2 months ago
at about 3:45 when he unleashes, I melt into my chair.
larsjohan1 3 months ago
He got the soul that 'll make Jesus come into your heart
bklyncosanostra 3 months ago
Idk but I think this is the second coming of Jimi Hendrix
kristerracino 3 months ago
I played the video and when it ended, I thought to my self, SNAP Its finished. So, I had a great Idea, I played it again. Good music.
TAHWU 3 months ago
I could listen to this all day!!! fuckiing beautiful sound/
fabfore4 3 months ago 2
great falsetto
GibsonMolosser 3 months ago
This guy has the most aggressive, spine-crushing tone.
tnelsondowns 3 months ago 3
If you're on a blues kick and want to see the best up and coming player do yourselves a favor and check out Scott Sharrard - he is gregg allmans guitar player and search for him playing bad romance by lady gaga with his band... thats where it's at!!!
NYCOriginals 3 months ago
wow this dude kills it. Been on a blues kick lately and just found him and now I cant stop listening
ColaSrt 3 months ago
If this isn't best live guitar solo since Hendrix was playing, then I don't know what is.
bgiglio 3 months ago 6
And yes, I'm putting Gary Clark Jr in that conversation already.
bgiglio 3 months ago
@bgiglio and you should. he has a similar style and similar soul. not nearly as good of a guitarist but he blows jimi's voice out the water
NANDO218 3 months ago
damn this is awesome and disagree with me if u want for saying this, but, i havent been that into a recent guitar player's solo since watching john mayer.
4TheMus1c 3 months ago
This is frikin gorgeous. This guy is so diverse! He can rock the place down, or just make you want to kiss your girlfriend haha
jed6195 3 months ago
un-believable how smooth this dude is... wow
RuncosWeeklyMusic 3 months ago
Its like the black Jeff Buckley, but alive. You better record than one album motherfucker! I'm counting on you!
BollocksUtwat 4 months ago
Wow!!! my new favorite!!
AaronTiller 4 months ago in playlist Liked
grandioso
jmoralesr3 4 months ago
@jmoralesr3 Desde que lo vi en el DVD "crossroads" he buscado toda su musica.
Exelente artista/guitarrista..
saludos
SDsailor7 6 days ago
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BendsChris 4 months ago
Gary Clark Jr is simply amazing! So versatile with his styles of music and vocals. Most definitely an inspiration for any guitarist (including myself).
KJizel1010 4 months ago
Epiphone Casino is a Classic Guitar man. Lennon used to play one like this.
bocadesom 4 months ago
sounds like hendrix when he says that opening bit. play totally different though. love the vocal riff at the end.
wyliexc 4 months ago
outstanding performer
mcarrera77 5 months ago
such a unique sound
Flukeduke2010 5 months ago 2
see him live...its amazing....bring your lady...
rsummit93 5 months ago 28
I saw this performance...it was magical...so glad we still have artists like this
23Ramst 5 months ago
I wish I could 'like' this song more than once! Amazing combo of soft vocals and shredding guitar! Would love to see him live!
irobi03 6 months ago 4
Come to Portugal! PLEASE!!!!
Pansylovescookies 6 months ago
saw him in truro !!! amazing singer/guitarist !
tannerleudy36 6 months ago
Seeing him this Friday in Toronto! I honestly can't wait!
tdogg733 6 months ago 2
so good, hes gonna get real big real soon
TheBigdummi 6 months ago 4
@TheBigdummi no doubt!
Pansylovescookies 6 months ago
@TheBigdummi and he's not now? look at how many people he's playing in front of - looks big to me!
vibroluxor 5 months ago
@vibroluxor lol other than crossroads this is prob his biggest show yet, this was just one set for a weekend festival.
TheBigdummi 4 months ago
@TheBigdummi Actually his biggest gig was a performance at the white house recently
it was shown on PBS..among the performers was BB king Buddy Guy, Jeff Beck, Mick Jagger and others.."red white and blues" is the name of the show and they will probably show it again..
Best wishes
SDsailor7 3 days ago
Saw him on the Crossroads 2010 and blown away. Great musician. Makes me want to find an Epi, Casino to learn those chops.Wonderful voice.
EKWalmsley 6 months ago
@EKWalmsley
Probably the only guitarist that's made me think about picking up an Epiphone, lol.
chrisdgoldie 6 months ago 46
@chrisdgoldie Lol I agreee!
KJizel1010 4 months ago
@chrisdgoldie yep, is an endorsement!
aschneider70 4 months ago
@chrisdgoldie Epiphone arent bad at all. Ive played epiphones that play and sound better than my LP standard
scoreflue 3 months ago
@chrisdgoldie Epiphone has some higher end models and there regular fare are not bad for the price.
bbnatedogg 1 month ago
Saw him on the Crossroads 2010 and blown away. Great musician. Makes me want to find an Epi, Casino to learn those chops.
EKWalmsley 6 months ago
he is absolutely amazing ....soothing voice and beautiful personality.........very kind man!
amber1212ism 6 months ago
Gracias Gary Clark Jr por tu musica..
pedroburgosmoreno 6 months ago
What a phrasing... Wow!
sander151187 7 months ago
Sick! Sick! Sick!...wow
Jsibi3 7 months ago
Soulful & Blue ! I luv it !
brendel69 7 months ago
just incredible..........
golluba 7 months ago