really good friend sent me this song today, had to make comment.Absolutely love this song and had it on replay ever since, lyrics are amazing as well.
Just found a guy called "Jacko Hooper" after reading an interview of his and he was saying Ben Howard was an influence (who i also didn't know until now!) He has a song on youtube called 'Common Sense' people should check him out, i've found two great artists in one day!! :D
Open tuning and that amazing voice = perfect marriage. I really enjoy the lyrics as well, we fall through empty corridors and talk in useless metaphors... Lovely.
@geckosquish actually the lowest note hit is an A sharp which would make the tuning something like A#FA#FFA# with capo on the 3rd fret on the four highest strings :P
IF YOU LIKE GUITAR READ THIS.........this is very good percussion, the comment below said newton faulkner is better guitarist, he is but this guy is the best John Butler Trio - Ocean... IT IS AMAZING..!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! PLEASE give it a go, you will love it, if not dislike this comment....
If I could only write ONE song this good in my entire life... I feel like he´s leaving me no pretty melodies though :P If you guys would have a listen to this song of mine called "Blind", it's on my channel, it would mean a lot!! And seeya all at one of Ben's gigs sometime ;)
@fanesse997 my cousin can do it, practised himself didn't need any teaching (he could already play bass, acoustic and electric) you've jsut gotta give it a go and practise it i reckon
great stuff for sure, you may also want to check out the late Jeff Healey, he will show you what upside down guitar playing is about, not to mention he was also blind.
this is a nice song! but it's not technical at all if you know what is open tunning ^^ newton faulkner or john butler are better for sure but who care?
The only two similar things about those three artist
first: they use open tunning
two: they play guitar to share their emotions and not being technical
their is a lot of better guitarist than them all over the world but they can't make people feel strong things like those three! and that's all about art.The rest is pure masturbation of fan
@CapitaineBuisson i would beg to differ, they are extremely talented guitarists and also i find ben howard to be at least on par with newton faulkner and john butler.
@CapitaineBuisson That's a good point well made, but I can't help but think that you've forgotten the amount of natural talent and fundamental practice it takes to even begin to learn to play a guitar at any standard and then singing along in time, as it goes against you're own mental rhythm. Needless to say, what Ben demonstrates here, apart from a devoted dedication for his chosen instrument, is a phenomenal showcase of brilliant lyrics teamed with natural rhythm and technique. Back off x
@CapitaineBuisson the truth is that you dont judge an artist on how good they are compared to other musicains but judge them on how they make the listener feel. listen and enjoy or dont, its up to you, either way il still be hear enjoying his music
@aymanfree mmh.. go ahead and watch this one: "Ben Howard - Empty Corridors. Live @ Eurosonic-Noorderslag 2011" .. then tune the upper 4 strings to CGCD# and leave B and E as usual.. then put the capo 4th fret on the upper 4 strings.. haha sorry for the confusion.
@TheUndiscoverdNinjas Each to their own, while I enjoy it I could see why some people would find it boring or typical. It's not the most unique piece of music to come out this year.
@TheRobboNobbo It would be epic! Their voices are so different but I think it would work so well! I tell you what if they ever do a song together in the future it was our idea first!!
@Ellen594 Ooops.. meant to thumbs up your comment and hit the thumbs down by accident and I can't seem to reverse it. Checking your favs I can see you've a great taste in music. I think you should check out some of Preston Reed's stuff as he seems, from my research anyway, to have been very influential in this genre. Thanks for introducing me to Elliot.
@intersweat aww bless its okay! I like a lot of different stuff but I'll always come back to all things acoustic. Your favourites aren't bad either! Love the Bon Iver! No problem I just came across him at a festival I was at and he was really skilled on a guitar so I was impressed.
@Ellen594 This guy is good and I know what your saying about Newton Faulkner, but there are others who are just as good if not better check them on you tube.
Andy Mckee
Micheal Hedges
Naudo <--- this guy is probably the best guitar player I've heard.
@Ellen594 you understand that this is just percussion, the guitar playing is the same chord the whole way through, with the odd note played with his right which is barely noticable... you clearly have no idea about guitar playing. newton faulkner is a far superior guitarist
@Ellen594 That's a massively bold statement! It's also massively wrong. John Butler plays the same style with a 12 string guitar. Also, there are plenty of legendary guitarists who could blow him away, Zak wyld for one. Don't get me wrong, I'm a massive Ben Howard fan, I just gotta put you straight there. Check out John Butlers song ocean. and zack wyld T.A.Z. It'll blow your mind!
I can't stop listening to this song this dude is so talented it's unreal, and the lyrics are just as good.
dingledangle1985 3 days ago
i can just say WOW!
CirkusLover 6 days ago
He is so talented I have been a lover of his music for a long time and will never stop !!! :)
TheMarzy09 6 days ago
12 dislikes.. what pricks!
TheLazyboi45 1 week ago
He's coming to San Francisco! Shalalalalaaa =)
annismusic 1 week ago
His hand must kill after a gig :/
xNooseDodgerx 2 weeks ago
<33333333333333333333333333333333333333333 What have i else to say :ooooooo
iWonderZz93 2 weeks ago
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starryvoid1 3 weeks ago
really good friend sent me this song today, had to make comment.Absolutely love this song and had it on replay ever since, lyrics are amazing as well.
MoltenWarCraft 3 weeks ago
He has to be the coolest guy on the planet
shaunweather 3 weeks ago in playlist Favorite videos
I LOVE HIM
HolsRawrs 3 weeks ago
Hey! It's August Rush all grown up! How nice. Good song. :)
osisneilands 1 month ago
Beauty beyond description...
chriskguitarist 1 month ago in playlist Liked videos
mistrzuniu!!! :D
seashellsonme 1 month ago in playlist Favorite videos
Who the fuck does this? Simply amazing....
baadfish101 1 month ago
bad
Fohgnippil 1 month ago
I wish there was a word in the English language that describes how I'm feeling right now... "Awe" isn't powerful enough.
Daaanieeel123 1 month ago
@geedog1976
Not bad? What is wrong with you?! This man is a god
dukeofhipster 1 month ago
Not bad, he could do really well for himself .
geedog1976 1 month ago
like dnb haha
epicturephotography 1 month ago
Unbelievable tekkers.
tomkneale1243 1 month ago
he should make a song with bon iver
xDFares 1 month ago 2
I just fell in love with this song...>.<
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Just found a guy called "Jacko Hooper" after reading an interview of his and he was saying Ben Howard was an influence (who i also didn't know until now!) He has a song on youtube called 'Common Sense' people should check him out, i've found two great artists in one day!! :D
MrD00bz 1 month ago 25
I have fallen like a leaf in Autumn in Love With You!. You are my new found obsession :D You make incredible music. <3
HanaaLouise94 1 month ago
What did he say at the end?
FrostedPingu 1 month ago
@FrostedPingu "Thank you, cheers. Thanks a lot, cheers"
quanticflare 1 month ago
@quanticflare Oh right, duh lol, thanks :)
FrostedPingu 1 month ago
@FrostedPingu 'thank you cheers, thanks a lot, cheers'
meisni 1 month ago
!Excelente y emocional hasta lo exquisito!
La verdadera música sigue siempre viva.
rexsol 1 month ago
immense, truely immense.
anniebelrogers 2 months ago
brilliant in each single sound! <3
seashellsonme 2 months ago
I just fell in love
Beth8S8D 2 months ago
This is the most genius thing EVER.
Flannybabes 2 months ago 2
Open tuning and that amazing voice = perfect marriage. I really enjoy the lyrics as well, we fall through empty corridors and talk in useless metaphors... Lovely.
ScarlettInTangles 2 months ago
THIS NEED 1080p!
TommieDineen 2 months ago
Good music is music that passes emotions and goes right to your soul, this one sure does !!
Rihanna compared to him is absolutely nothing..
95Kikounette 2 months ago in playlist Favorite videos
why is it guys playing guitar is so much hotter than just a random good looking guy??
SuperXxmexx 2 months ago
so sweet.....
so absolutly sweet
BerlinJane1011 2 months ago
amazeballs
hazzah1998 2 months ago
this kids got chops - love his style - new fan in nyc!
JoeysNewYork 3 months ago
breathtaking!
Helenerald 3 months ago
wow!!
PiagetFreudErikson 3 months ago
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samjlawrence 3 months ago
Ben is a genius!
LeleDeLatina 3 months ago
Just discover Ben yesterday on french radio...
;)
kefran2a 3 months ago
hammaaa geil, was der mit der gitarre anstellt <3
PowerGina 3 months ago
The tuning is CGCGGC with a capo on the top 4 strings if anyone was wondering
geckosquish 3 months ago 16
@geckosquish Thanks I was wondering.
RossPublicRelations 3 months ago
@geckosquish actually the lowest note hit is an A sharp which would make the tuning something like A#FA#FFA# with capo on the 3rd fret on the four highest strings :P
kristophize 4 weeks ago
Amazing live seen him in newcastle less than a week ago :) going to see him again ASAP :)
alexis1993ex 3 months ago
i love this song !
letsgrooveyeah 3 months ago
wow i have the same pickup for my spare guitar picked it up for only £7 it sounds nice 2
randombollocks 3 months ago
wow, this is incredible! he's soo talented!
15Rug 3 months ago
genius!
mahum87 3 months ago in playlist work songs
He and his songs captivated me, anytime I listen to him. He's such an incredibly personality, singer and guitarist.
♥
Annikajauu 4 months ago
who knew people could be this amazing??
ColorsOfTheRainbowM 4 months ago
Amazing makes Hendrix look like an amateur. Love!
roseypinky23 4 months ago
I love what this guy can do with a guitar. He makes Hendrix look like an amateur! Love!!!
roseypinky23 4 months ago
OMGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG<3
melissagrindon 4 months ago
so unbelievable beautiful!!
EmilyKane78 4 months ago in playlist Slow.Nice.Music!!_2
Does anyone know the tuning of this?
geckosquish 4 months ago in playlist Ben Howard
ariane du fisch !! <3
Doganlein 4 months ago in playlist Musik
the cool thing is...he surfs!
manxind 4 months ago
wonderful!!!!
zumthor66 4 months ago
IF YOU LIKE GUITAR READ THIS.........this is very good percussion, the comment below said newton faulkner is better guitarist, he is but this guy is the best John Butler Trio - Ocean... IT IS AMAZING..!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! PLEASE give it a go, you will love it, if not dislike this comment....
madjohnno9 4 months ago
This boy is good
m30scs69 4 months ago
<3
3141592654ify 4 months ago
/watch?v=EmLoR2BO0AI
Depth Over Distance
welforda 4 months ago
If I could only write ONE song this good in my entire life... I feel like he´s leaving me no pretty melodies though :P If you guys would have a listen to this song of mine called "Blind", it's on my channel, it would mean a lot!! And seeya all at one of Ben's gigs sometime ;)
ilenestonemusic 4 months ago
@flykai93 i dont think you can learn i tjink he just has it in him but you can try your gonna need someone good to teach you
fanesse997 4 months ago
@fanesse997 my cousin can do it, practised himself didn't need any teaching (he could already play bass, acoustic and electric) you've jsut gotta give it a go and practise it i reckon
PaleoPlaytime 4 months ago
I LOVE HIM.
kate4joejonas 4 months ago in playlist kate4joejonas's Favorited Videos 37
how does he play like that. i really wanna learn :O
flykai93 4 months ago
Tags: Genius!!
DesChocolates 4 months ago in playlist DesChocolates's Favorited Videos
great stuff for sure, you may also want to check out the late Jeff Healey, he will show you what upside down guitar playing is about, not to mention he was also blind.
DonTheGuitarGuy 4 months ago
cashing cheques with those bills
3141592654ify 4 months ago
This man is a genius... END OF STORY
bmlynch92 4 months ago
hahaha i'd love to see someone attempt to cover this
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this is a nice song! but it's not technical at all if you know what is open tunning ^^ newton faulkner or john butler are better for sure but who care?
The only two similar things about those three artist
first: they use open tunning
two: they play guitar to share their emotions and not being technical
their is a lot of better guitarist than them all over the world but they can't make people feel strong things like those three! and that's all about art.The rest is pure masturbation of fan
CapitaineBuisson 5 months ago 15
@CapitaineBuisson Erik Mongrain is a technically brilliant guitarist.
MrHenrick1 4 months ago
@CapitaineBuisson did you know that this dude is blind
smashthebean 4 months ago
@CapitaineBuisson i would beg to differ, they are extremely talented guitarists and also i find ben howard to be at least on par with newton faulkner and john butler.
JordanReedMusik 3 months ago
@CapitaineBuisson That's a good point well made, but I can't help but think that you've forgotten the amount of natural talent and fundamental practice it takes to even begin to learn to play a guitar at any standard and then singing along in time, as it goes against you're own mental rhythm. Needless to say, what Ben demonstrates here, apart from a devoted dedication for his chosen instrument, is a phenomenal showcase of brilliant lyrics teamed with natural rhythm and technique. Back off x
Perks01 3 months ago 2
@CapitaineBuisson the truth is that you dont judge an artist on how good they are compared to other musicains but judge them on how they make the listener feel. listen and enjoy or dont, its up to you, either way il still be hear enjoying his music
Conp11 3 months ago 9
@CapitaineBuisson ben howard doesnt always use open tuning
hazzah1998 2 months ago
He went to my school and is coming in soon!!! so excited coz he is awesome!!
MxRacer7297 5 months ago
7 guitars are broke.
DDjemil 5 months ago
Wow! What a talent!!
4silentlucidity 5 months ago
the way he plays guitar in this song just makes me jizz continuously for 4:33!!!!!!!!
boultonboy15 5 months ago
amazing song !
tamroluluromtakankav 5 months ago
only real men can multitask ;)
BooMudd 5 months ago
Depth over distance - Andrew Welford (ben howard cover)
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annismusic 5 months ago
anyone got any ideas on the tuning because i have no clue
aymanfree 5 months ago
@aymanfree should be open C minor (CGCD#GC)
annismusic 5 months ago
@annismusic thats what i thought but i tuned it to that an it seems very wrong
aymanfree 5 months ago
@aymanfree see, I've just checked again and if you put the full capo on 3rd fret it's actually right, I think.
annismusic 5 months ago
@annismusic oh i thought that capo was on the 4th fret as it is on his guitar
aymanfree 5 months ago
@aymanfree mmh.. go ahead and watch this one: "Ben Howard - Empty Corridors. Live @ Eurosonic-Noorderslag 2011" .. then tune the upper 4 strings to CGCD# and leave B and E as usual.. then put the capo 4th fret on the upper 4 strings.. haha sorry for the confusion.
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aymanfree 5 months ago
It's a fucking TRIALS bike Danny MacAskill rides not a bmx. bmx has small wheels.
FoopahHondaKivE 5 months ago
Ben's yummy.
Raekott 5 months ago
catchy as hell. tune.
happyhamsterharibos 5 months ago
Still my favourite track of yours, boyo.
CygnesNoirs 5 months ago
Hes like a non-ginger version of Ed Sheeran! <3 them both!!! XD!!!
TheAlicejade 5 months ago
@TheAlicejade they're totally different musicians...but yes, they're both fantastic
PirateHeur 5 months ago
@TheAlicejade He's nothing at all like Ed Sheeran! Haha.
But yes, both great musicians. I'm swung more towards Ben though, I prefer mystical acoustic stuff most of the time.
4Zoot 5 months ago
Yet another mind blowing performance. Some serious talent.
JackHelmOfficial 5 months ago
if you like ben howard, you'll probably like max garcía conover - smart and heartfelt poems tied around a fingerpicked guitar. search for him.
snelsonification 6 months ago
amazing voice and singing...full of emotions, not typical like most singers... hmm u agree with me ?! :)
przehuyah 6 months ago
I guess this is what love is :D x
TomDelongeDammit 6 months ago
so talented..
SuperHappytrees 6 months ago
If you like this ad the way he plays seems strange to you, you should definitely check "Air Tap!" by David Mongraine out!
RiddickTheKiller 6 months ago
love this
MrEFreddyG 6 months ago
what a insperation.
TraceurJordan16 6 months ago
amazing, can't wait to see him in October!
The77sgirl 6 months ago
he's makin' love to his guitar!
creepingwitch 6 months ago
gifted, talented and amazin are still nowhere near what ben howard is!!! :-)
hotgareth 6 months ago
to the @TheUndiscoverdNinjas. You've been discovered as a douchebag! I suppose you would rather listen to GaGa or Justin Bieber!? What a douche!
tobyd4201 6 months ago
Skills
Kevinthekiller82 6 months ago in playlist Ben Howard
waw.
killiaan 6 months ago
i fucking seriously dont get how someone litterally could dislike this i mean it how the fuck ??
TheUndiscoverdNinjas 6 months ago
@TheUndiscoverdNinjas Because lady gaga is better, obviously.
Pwoodie 6 months ago
@TheUndiscoverdNinjas Each to their own, while I enjoy it I could see why some people would find it boring or typical. It's not the most unique piece of music to come out this year.
CookieFritz 6 months ago
Hes amazingg x
TheUndiscoverdNinjas 6 months ago
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Justin Bieber can do this too!
lbolognini 6 months ago
he is sick! talent!
xmcflapsx 6 months ago
Absolutely incredible.
benpwnseggs 6 months ago
Need to find the lyrics, this is beautiful !
bliktonijn 6 months ago
@HowzieX9X If you like this guy, you'll like Erik Mongrain..
JesusGeezza 6 months ago
@JesusGeezza Check out Ben Konstantivo
CrunchyRiceProduct 6 months ago
this is good
dolmanf 6 months ago
I like
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davidmccaffreymusic 6 months ago
saw him twice supporting Xavier Rudd...nice lady playing with him too who was very foxy !
MythicShot 6 months ago
SO stoked i figured out how to play this!! xD
TheRobboNobbo 6 months ago
Only Newton Faulkner could challenge this man's guitaring abilities!!!! This is amazing, I love Ben Howard!
Ellen594 7 months ago 33
@Ellen594 Id LOVE to see them play together. It'd be interesting to watch...
TheRobboNobbo 7 months ago
@TheRobboNobbo It would be epic! Their voices are so different but I think it would work so well! I tell you what if they ever do a song together in the future it was our idea first!!
Ellen594 7 months ago
@Ellen594 Go check out John Butler ;)
falconer333 6 months ago
@falconer333 God he's just like newton faulkner, music style is a little different but he's awesome!
Ellen594 6 months ago
@Ellen594 You obviously haven't heard Jon Gomm then.
/watch?v=Cie4FvPlr78&list=FLwhbLWtuSi3YQECe_nQbo-Q&index=16
intersweat 5 months ago
@intersweat he is very very talented but a bit dull... this guy is dead good
youtube elliot morris - a matter of time
Ellen594 5 months ago
@Ellen594 Ooops.. meant to thumbs up your comment and hit the thumbs down by accident and I can't seem to reverse it. Checking your favs I can see you've a great taste in music. I think you should check out some of Preston Reed's stuff as he seems, from my research anyway, to have been very influential in this genre. Thanks for introducing me to Elliot.
intersweat 5 months ago
@intersweat aww bless its okay! I like a lot of different stuff but I'll always come back to all things acoustic. Your favourites aren't bad either! Love the Bon Iver! No problem I just came across him at a festival I was at and he was really skilled on a guitar so I was impressed.
Ellen594 5 months ago
@Ellen594 This guy is good and I know what your saying about Newton Faulkner, but there are others who are just as good if not better check them on you tube.
Andy Mckee
Micheal Hedges
Naudo <--- this guy is probably the best guitar player I've heard.
EvilGniuz 5 months ago
@Ellen594 You should check out Andy Mckee :)
electroCMWM 5 months ago 2
@electroCMWM Yeah andy mckee is annoyingly good!
beirney82 4 months ago
@Ellen594 dont forget bout the master that is john butler! he pretty much started all this
slimluker 5 months ago
@Ellen594 bens better
809Ollie 5 months ago in playlist ben HOWARD
@Ellen594 are you insane! ben howard is brilliant! amazing lyrics and guitar! newton faulkner??? try looking up a man called john butler!
sweetasanut44 5 months ago
@Ellen594 check this guitarist out: watch?v=rbw3Bd542k8
imshafted 4 months ago
@Ellen594 Try checking out someone called John Butler - Ocean (song) truly a great player you might like.
BiggAlmilky 4 months ago
@Ellen594 you understand that this is just percussion, the guitar playing is the same chord the whole way through, with the odd note played with his right which is barely noticable... you clearly have no idea about guitar playing. newton faulkner is a far superior guitarist
ch715dallat 4 months ago
@Ellen594 That's a massively bold statement! It's also massively wrong. John Butler plays the same style with a 12 string guitar. Also, there are plenty of legendary guitarists who could blow him away, Zak wyld for one. Don't get me wrong, I'm a massive Ben Howard fan, I just gotta put you straight there. Check out John Butlers song ocean. and zack wyld T.A.Z. It'll blow your mind!
beirney82 4 months ago
@Ellen594 You obviously haven't heard of John Butler. As good as Ben and Newton are, they can't touch "Ocean".
GinjuhNinja 4 months ago
6 guitars disliked this..
rizzy89 7 months ago 60
i'm so in love!
laughmyarseoffxxx 7 months ago
man thats amazing how you do that on the guitar!
TheBizzle280 7 months ago
ben howard skilled or what ...
111smiley111 8 months ago
i must say you are pretty dammmmm awsome!!!
tobias188188 8 months ago
hope this tune is on the new album!! looking forward to ground swell
trampaboy1 8 months ago
amazing voice. seems like an all round cool person
theizzyjohns 8 months ago in playlist Ben Howard
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davidmccaffreymusic 8 months ago
@jpmartinods Erik Mongrain plays a very similar type of style. called lap tapping. check a tune called Air Tap and fusion! hope you enjoy!
pasty85 8 months ago in playlist Ben Howard
Erik Mongrain plays the same style 'ish' called lap tapping!
pasty85 8 months ago in playlist Ben Howard
Your voice is so amazing!!
i could listen to your music everydaay :)
keep up the good work mate :)
winona56 8 months ago
@winona56 hahaha WINONA!!!!!!
TheRobboNobbo 7 months ago