I like the guy (2:15) with his fingers on his chin like he is studying Tommy so he can go home and play it for himself. When in truth he hasn't got a clue, He's a G, C, and D man
that was just simply IMPOSSIBLE for normal human to do......even if i practise 24hours a day, wont do like that....but then he is my motivator....perhaps i will make it next life...
A bit more stylish than me... :S But seriously, he has got to be the next messiah or something... It's just not normal to handle a guitar like that!! Come to think of it, there is hardly any guitarists that sucsessful basing them selves on solos.
He has got plenty of time to practice though... Getting his first guitar at the age of 4, and playing professional with his family at 9... Some say he practices 14 hours a day, but that is just not physically possible!! (Unless he is Messiah...:D)
There is no comparison between Clapton and Tommy. I agree with katanamanatee that Clapton has a narrower band of styles, but Tommy is definitely at a much higher level. One day in the next lifetime Clapton might be able to play to this technical level but not from what I have seen. And the fact that Clapton one of the all time greats puts Tommy's skill in perspective.
Exactly. Nobody will put in doubt that Clapton has been one of most appreciated and talented guitarists, his compositions are unique...
But Tommy is a completely other planet if we talk about technique and strumental compositions. It's another way to view the guitar and to express the guitar... to EVOLVE the guitar experience.
Excellent version! One of my favourite tunes by Emmanuel although I believe this is his own cover of an old blues tune so more an arrangement.
Clapton and Emmanuel are both fantastic however Emmanuel is more adept in a variety of styles while Clapton is somewhat more stuck to the blues idiom in both electric and acoustic environments. Tommy plays an incredible amount of Western styles to a top notch level.
Whoa, the fashion the crowd is wearing looks dead old. From when is this? Must be at least 15 years old oO German TV channel, btw. Wish they'd show things like this more often. Tommy is a genius.
Haha, "Nothing but showing off". Do you have the slightest idea about playing the guitar? Of course he's showing off, but first, he really can afford it, and second: What would you do if your hands could do stuff like that? Want a hint? See your comment.
Zooniethethird, to use a good ol Australianism, you're a total dickhead. This man can play it all. Heavy metal, rock n roll, classics and his own material is just beautiful. Do your research my friend and then come back here and tell me what you think.
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tommys never been called god?....clapton has so many different styles where tommy only has a few...the guys good but he aint anywhere near clapton....claptons been goin for decades.....clapton is god!
hey, fellas, i don't think it's good to match a guitarists like these..both, Clapton and Emmanuel have unreal skills, but those skills are different ;)
...It's cause they're actually listening. :P I prefer really listening to music and absorbing it. If the music is being played live I want to see everything that's happening - that said I like the other video of this as the camera cuts in this one take away my view of his guitar playing. :)
This is called pure talant and Tommy has a good time when and whenever he plays. He's passionate about being a musician as well as an entertainer. I have worked with his brother who is just as talanted,and when these two get to gether, be ready to have your mind blown off your shoulders at what they play together.
Hoping to get Tommy to the Donington music rock festival in 2010.
Say Tommy last night in Newport News, VA. and he is still the greatest guitarist I have ever seen or heard. I am only 61 though and there may be better out there, they just don't show themselves. This is only the 5th concert of his I have seen and they are each better than the last. Looking forward to his return next year.
He's not showing off...he's having a blast. I saw him in NYC on his last trip through, and it was amazing. I bet he practices with just as much enthusiasm and 'showing off'.
This dude is really amazing , sure thing , he is fast , he plays good . BUT! . I've seen about 3 or 4 clips where he plays this boogie with the EXACT same 'solo' parts . Yeah , i'de never do it better myself , but im just saying this guy have had a whole life to learn this .
surely the only dude round here who can justify getting angry bout comments from peoples bed rooms is the man him self, come on peeps if u like im post a good comment if you dont, go and watch something u do like, hmm....sounds so easy ?!
I play guitar, piano, bass guitar and violin all very well... but Tommy makes me look like a pure newbie. Best acoustic guitarist I've ever heard. Was so good seein him in concert =D
i've been to see this guy live a few times and he never fails to frustrate me cos he's so god damn amazing and i'll never be as good! i'm gonna try tho :)
Wow this Zoonie dude really doesn't know his ass from a hole in the ground. read up on your history( the web IS for more than porn & youtube) before you open your mouth.
Now I have to get this out, and this is not attacking you (you did agree with me after all) but since you inadvertanly brought it up I have to say it for all guitar players who are jealous "haters". PLAYING FAST DOES NOT MEAN PLAYING WITHOUT FEELING. Look at this and more of TE"S vids and look at how into playing he is. He swagers & moves while even playing the fastest lines or chord changes.
Chet (along with some of the other current greats) thought Tommy was the greatest finger picker alive...but "Zoonie" (probably struggling through G-C-D-Am) knows better.
I can't believe you're serious on that, watch Angelina's video if you want feeling. Do you think that someone who has no feeling on guitar can reach that playing perfection??? He shall be a robot then...
Ain't no feeling here. Don't be fooled folks. The man loves himself. Check out old clips of Chet Atkins. He wasn't as quick, but the feeling shone through more on one note than this guy's million in a bar. Overrated.
If you are not striken by this kind of guitar playing with "no feeling" as YOU said...(is it a joke?). Then you may reconsider guitar playing...Come on ! This guitarist is doing what he wants with his guitar. He seems to love what he plays and shares it with the audience, that's the most important.
Thanx for the endorsment, Phyllis. By the way everyone, Phyllis is 44 and passing comments out late on a Friday which means he a, still lives at home, b, allergic to alchol, c, can't find a woman, d, all of the above. My money's on d.
Sorry dude, you need your ears checked. After hearing this clip I wasted 30 minutes checking out old Chet Atkins clips and I don't want to take anything away from Chet but TE is from a different planet. If you've got any clips of Chet that remotely resemble the energy, dexterity, and plain genius that TE has I'd like to see them.
Everyone got laid that night.
ANYNMYS2010 4 days ago
I like the guy (2:15) with his fingers on his chin like he is studying Tommy so he can go home and play it for himself. When in truth he hasn't got a clue, He's a G, C, and D man
lovemilkabars 1 month ago
that was just simply IMPOSSIBLE for normal human to do......even if i practise 24hours a day, wont do like that....but then he is my motivator....perhaps i will make it next life...
Guitar12strings 4 months ago
I saw Tommy live a few years ago. amazing!
nelsonaddison 5 months ago
I came to like Australia.
Thank you !
dhaaranii 6 months ago
I think the crowd was "Stunned"! Like deer in the headlights. Heck, I didn't move while watching. LOL.
newstart49 6 months ago in playlist Tommy Emmanuel,Chet Atkins,Jerry Reed
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You ain't sposed to bend on the acoustic, or play it that fast!
guitardudeguy00 3 years ago
that guitar must take some punishment! would love to be able to play like that
Handlebarguitar 3 years ago 16
A bit more stylish than me... :S But seriously, he has got to be the next messiah or something... It's just not normal to handle a guitar like that!! Come to think of it, there is hardly any guitarists that sucsessful basing them selves on solos.
He has got plenty of time to practice though... Getting his first guitar at the age of 4, and playing professional with his family at 9... Some say he practices 14 hours a day, but that is just not physically possible!! (Unless he is Messiah...:D)
torod213 3 years ago 11
I am soo in love but not in a gay way :P
I wish I had hands that would do that .. he is not human .. I swear ..
One of the best still alive.
be carefull bro .. you know the good die young :/
peleberchot 3 years ago 8
Awesome!!!:):):)
skogtun25 3 years ago 4
Holy Hannah I can`t wait for the show next Friday!! I`ll be there in awe!! :-)
*****
canajian 3 years ago 3
awsome!
garvess 4 years ago 7
whats up with the crowd?...move for christ sake!
leanonme78 4 years ago 17
@leanonme78
When I saw him live people sat in pretty much stunned amazement the whole concert. He is amazing!
Jeff51692 2 months ago in playlist Tommy Emmanuel,Chet Atkins,Jerry Reed
pure sickness!!
moejobe 4 years ago 5
There is no comparison between Clapton and Tommy. I agree with katanamanatee that Clapton has a narrower band of styles, but Tommy is definitely at a much higher level. One day in the next lifetime Clapton might be able to play to this technical level but not from what I have seen. And the fact that Clapton one of the all time greats puts Tommy's skill in perspective.
OzzieOF 4 years ago
Exactly. Nobody will put in doubt that Clapton has been one of most appreciated and talented guitarists, his compositions are unique...
But Tommy is a completely other planet if we talk about technique and strumental compositions. It's another way to view the guitar and to express the guitar... to EVOLVE the guitar experience.
pestyler 4 years ago 3
i think we are all fortunate to live in the same era as clapton AND tommy, and probably should just enjoy the music they've BOTH given us.
franciscomustacio 4 years ago 3
The guy in the red shirt (left of Tommy, most notable at 0:56 & 1:32) looks like he's having as much fun watching as Tommy is playing.
acousticmelodies 4 years ago
The guy in the red shirt almost looks like his brother Phil.
nativemt 4 years ago
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He's good but what a wank name.
billsy73 4 years ago
Excellent version! One of my favourite tunes by Emmanuel although I believe this is his own cover of an old blues tune so more an arrangement.
Clapton and Emmanuel are both fantastic however Emmanuel is more adept in a variety of styles while Clapton is somewhat more stuck to the blues idiom in both electric and acoustic environments. Tommy plays an incredible amount of Western styles to a top notch level.
katanamanatee 4 years ago
Whoa, the fashion the crowd is wearing looks dead old. From when is this? Must be at least 15 years old oO German TV channel, btw. Wish they'd show things like this more often. Tommy is a genius.
Moshmaschine 4 years ago
@ Zooniethethird:
Haha, "Nothing but showing off". Do you have the slightest idea about playing the guitar? Of course he's showing off, but first, he really can afford it, and second: What would you do if your hands could do stuff like that? Want a hint? See your comment.
MartinEckert 4 years ago
Zooniethethird, to use a good ol Australianism, you're a total dickhead. This man can play it all. Heavy metal, rock n roll, classics and his own material is just beautiful. Do your research my friend and then come back here and tell me what you think.
Ashgrove17 4 years ago
eric clapton is like a first grader compared to this guy. that argument is laughable. i'm a fan of eric, too, by the way.
ddamico3 4 years ago 3
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tommys never been called god?....clapton has so many different styles where tommy only has a few...the guys good but he aint anywhere near clapton....claptons been goin for decades.....clapton is god!
leanonme78 4 years ago
Tommy owns Clapton any day of the year :) but i have respect for clapton too
gianno120992 4 years ago 3
hey, fellas, i don't think it's good to match a guitarists like these..both, Clapton and Emmanuel have unreal skills, but those skills are different ;)
telksnys 4 years ago
beats clapton anyday
mikeyhoare 4 years ago
this is quality,but whats up with the crowd...just standing still...move for christ sake...great guitarist but no one beats clapton!!
leanonme78 4 years ago
You're very funny! Tommy is thousand times better than Clapton...
conradkleinespel 4 years ago 7
...It's cause they're actually listening. :P I prefer really listening to music and absorbing it. If the music is being played live I want to see everything that's happening - that said I like the other video of this as the camera cuts in this one take away my view of his guitar playing. :)
hamsteralliance 4 years ago
This is called pure talant and Tommy has a good time when and whenever he plays. He's passionate about being a musician as well as an entertainer. I have worked with his brother who is just as talanted,and when these two get to gether, be ready to have your mind blown off your shoulders at what they play together.
Hoping to get Tommy to the Donington music rock festival in 2010.
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webgirl37 4 years ago
is this not guitar boogie shuffle by the great
bert weedon from many many years ago.
Nnoukkiejj 4 years ago
hebak org ni suka aku eheheheh jangan kau bagi dia mati awal kawang kasiang ba eheheheheh hebak dia ni..... Bumi putra rockers Tawau ehehehehe
babunbodoh 4 years ago
simply (one of the) best
Palkab 4 years ago
Guitar god on the earth... Awesome energy, technic and spirit in the play...
Matuzalem89 4 years ago
Show or not...this guy got and does it!And anyone who can do it better...give it a shot or... just be quiet!!!
Enjoy
gratistoch 4 years ago
Sweet Jesus! That was awesome! "Guitar Boogie" is one of my favorite songs, but Arthur Smith never played it like that!
newageintimidator 4 years ago
simply the best. period!
banessabanessa 4 years ago
holy sweet mother of god this was awesome
ceezsb 4 years ago 2
Say Tommy last night in Newport News, VA. and he is still the greatest guitarist I have ever seen or heard. I am only 61 though and there may be better out there, they just don't show themselves. This is only the 5th concert of his I have seen and they are each better than the last. Looking forward to his return next year.
10ft 4 years ago
zooniethethird is a total ignorant twat have you heard is ballads?? no or u would be praising his amazing playing
guitarthing 4 years ago
I hate this guy's playing. There's nothing there but pure show off!
Zooniethethird 4 years ago
Pure show off? -- The show is the topping of the pure guitarissimo, you know?!
bykini 4 years ago
He's not showing off...he's having a blast. I saw him in NYC on his last trip through, and it was amazing. I bet he practices with just as much enthusiasm and 'showing off'.
sryth1 4 years ago
Why do you have to dog the guy...he may not be your favorite, but people are very patrotic about him. He is very talented...do you agree at all?
Hemihart 4 years ago
No.
Zooniethethird 4 years ago
oh...ok. That's cool
Hemihart 4 years ago
One of the best acoustic guitarist in the world
chienheng2001 4 years ago
he's an aussie too. yeah baby
JJB0891 4 years ago
Stop hitting that guitar and you'll be a playa.
LeaningBear 4 years ago
Damn that's awesome. But ehh. He playin' at a gay club?
fattyhidalgo 4 years ago
Tommy´s not showing off. He´s always so into the music. True talent shows itself off. LB
strumitt 4 years ago
this guy is simply amazing!!!
tizofil 4 years ago
the best version of guitar ''boogie''.god bless tommy.I wish he would come at thessaloniki(greece).
anestis76 4 years ago
how can you have to much show?this gy is amazng id show off if i could play like this
guitarthing 4 years ago
Where have you been all my life man?
Awesome! Great timing, Lot's of life, Very Juicy.
Slywahker 4 years ago
i cant belive this guy isnt every guitarplayers idol!
NinjaMartin 4 years ago
Damn, he's not some nice chops man..
DAKMAIN 4 years ago
you can never (or cant) put on too much show at a show!
freedomcaller 4 years ago
I´ve been to this concert in Baden Baden Germany. That was a support show for Robben Ford.
It was absolut fantastic to see thisone way show : Only Ac-Git ! But the howl crowd went crazy...
subbamichi 4 years ago
I feel you guys really could express yourselves and Tommy in a more respectful way. Tommy 's shows are wonderful and he's never a "potty mouth".
metz137 4 years ago
I want to play like that!!!
sabrrena 4 years ago
This dude is really amazing , sure thing , he is fast , he plays good . BUT! . I've seen about 3 or 4 clips where he plays this boogie with the EXACT same 'solo' parts . Yeah , i'de never do it better myself , but im just saying this guy have had a whole life to learn this .
Slajman 4 years ago
He plays very good, but it´s too much show in my opinion.
JCP598 4 years ago
next time i sat that i play guitar i better think twice..
cheese1310 4 years ago
surely the only dude round here who can justify getting angry bout comments from peoples bed rooms is the man him self, come on peeps if u like im post a good comment if you dont, go and watch something u do like, hmm....sounds so easy ?!
adsman69 4 years ago
my d1ck got hard....
PinkiesBrain 4 years ago
He's even more unbelievable in person.
cohnnotb4x 4 years ago
unbefuckin´leavable
aberhallofrank 4 years ago
I play guitar, piano, bass guitar and violin all very well... but Tommy makes me look like a pure newbie. Best acoustic guitarist I've ever heard. Was so good seein him in concert =D
daveyboy7575 4 years ago
i've been to see this guy live a few times and he never fails to frustrate me cos he's so god damn amazing and i'll never be as good! i'm gonna try tho :)
ortoPilot 5 years ago
fantastic, i love that run at 1:13 and 2:40
dr05guitar 5 years ago
a great guitarist can play anything just like Tommy. Fast ,slow -name it. Thommmy is outstanding.
johancomstedt 5 years ago
gclott
HE RIMND A LITTLE LIKE ELVIS ITH MOVES.HIS GUITAR PLAY
IS AWESOME.YOU SHOULD ALL HIM PLAY CAANON BALL RAG WIHH
THOM BRESH.
GARY CLOTT
gclott65 5 years ago
In a list of songs with "feeling" that one might just top the list...that was amazing.
mattvl 5 years ago
fucking awsome!
musicfreak115 5 years ago
Wow this Zoonie dude really doesn't know his ass from a hole in the ground. read up on your history( the web IS for more than porn & youtube) before you open your mouth.
wade36 5 years ago
I agree. After all, he doesn't only just play fast songs.
@ Zoonie: look up other songs by TE. (Ex. Angelina, Robin, Since We Met), and see if they don't have any "feeling" to it.
foxfireH3 5 years ago
Now I have to get this out, and this is not attacking you (you did agree with me after all) but since you inadvertanly brought it up I have to say it for all guitar players who are jealous "haters". PLAYING FAST DOES NOT MEAN PLAYING WITHOUT FEELING. Look at this and more of TE"S vids and look at how into playing he is. He swagers & moves while even playing the fastest lines or chord changes.
wade36 5 years ago
Bust my ass! thats hot pickin
dmelv 4 years ago
WOW! That was amazing! ...I had to pick up my lower jaw off the floor to say that. Cheers from Montreal!
minstral2 5 years ago
Chet (along with some of the other current greats) thought Tommy was the greatest finger picker alive...but "Zoonie" (probably struggling through G-C-D-Am) knows better.
hoisted 5 years ago
Yes very good no not good brilliant!
john5o 5 years ago
who ever said there was no feeling is just jealous
steo9347 5 years ago
who ever said there was no feeling is just jealous
steo9347 5 years ago
Go Tommy, fantastic Aussie - check out Phil Keaggy if you like Tommy's style.
onion47 5 years ago
dont matter whos batter he is still top shit
jamesescortvan 5 years ago
is HE THE GUY WHO SOLD HIS SOUL TO EVIL IN TRADING FOR TALENT IN THAT TV SHow "Supernatrual"?
flatfish72 5 years ago
Yes,,,Only a devil poccessed person plays like Tommy..All guitarist drean ended when he showed up..
This guy is scary,,I'm 40 years into guitar and after watching he vid,,I'm feel like A BEGINNER..
I can't get enough of his talent..
louou812up 5 years ago
I can't believe you're serious on that, watch Angelina's video if you want feeling. Do you think that someone who has no feeling on guitar can reach that playing perfection??? He shall be a robot then...
rudocurtir 5 years ago
Ain't no feeling here. Don't be fooled folks. The man loves himself. Check out old clips of Chet Atkins. He wasn't as quick, but the feeling shone through more on one note than this guy's million in a bar. Overrated.
Zooniethethird 5 years ago
No body does it better than chet/check out the vidio with doc watson
243win 5 years ago
What's your definition of feeling? You are talking about TE, can you compare to him?
rudocurtir 5 years ago
If you are not striken by this kind of guitar playing with "no feeling" as YOU said...(is it a joke?). Then you may reconsider guitar playing...Come on ! This guitarist is doing what he wants with his guitar. He seems to love what he plays and shares it with the audience, that's the most important.
tombsix 5 years ago
Sorry, not for me is all. It has its place... elevators and waiting rooms.
Zooniethethird 5 years ago
post a video of you doing better you bullshitting asshole otherwise SHUT THE FUCK UP !
phillace 4 years ago
You got the feeling in the ass, faggot. Shut the fuck up and think before posting
khornetto 5 years ago
Zooniethethird SHUT UP YOU PRICK ....anyone want a laugh check out Zooniethethird's efforts with a guitar enough said !!!!!sad wanker !
phillace 4 years ago
Thanx for the endorsment, Phyllis. By the way everyone, Phyllis is 44 and passing comments out late on a Friday which means he a, still lives at home, b, allergic to alchol, c, can't find a woman, d, all of the above. My money's on d.
Zooniethethird 4 years ago
Sorry dude, you need your ears checked. After hearing this clip I wasted 30 minutes checking out old Chet Atkins clips and I don't want to take anything away from Chet but TE is from a different planet. If you've got any clips of Chet that remotely resemble the energy, dexterity, and plain genius that TE has I'd like to see them.
jjnmeg 4 years ago
I love 'Guitar Boogie' there are so many variations, this one absolutely rates in the top 3!
septamus1 5 years ago
love how he plays the baseline and the guitar solo parts so cleanly and so quickly
carlidomin 5 years ago
thanks, will do...
donnyoh 5 years ago
Can anyone tell me what brand and gauge of strings TE uses?
donnyoh 5 years ago
visit his web site, watch the vid about his guitars
forfucksake2000 5 years ago
what website forfucksake2000 i would like to see that ( cool name by the way )
phillace 4 years ago
What does he do with this thang - b'sides sleeping with it?
Classof1 5 years ago
GAWD DAMN!!!! This dude is freakin' AWESOME!!!! I think I just crapped my pants! lol Later...
KorieG 5 years ago
god damnit all i need is ... in what tuning is that guitar :D ! ! !
00kalm 5 years ago
eadghe
WEISSERZWERG 5 years ago
I saw him perform in concert. UNREAL. If you EVER get the chance to experience his concert (one man show..) then GO!
speedbag1 5 years ago
He´s just the best! Pekka Pentti was right!!!
kettuantti 5 years ago
Every passionate for what he does! AMAZING!
masterjoram23 5 years ago
speechless!
masterjoram23 5 years ago
I was watching his hands... tryin' to steal his licks (but Day-yum!)
marykmusic 5 years ago
He has an unbelievable rhythm and uses dynamics in his playing like nobody else in the world! Just incredible and no mistakes.
jimddavis 5 years ago
I like the lyrics :)
teringlijer 5 years ago
There's only one word for that Shit.. GROOVY!!!!
FrancoDeAlva 5 years ago
holy shit that guy is amazing, bar his hair-cut cleary the coolest guy on earth... and ive seen him live!
TimOrmeEsq 5 years ago
Sensational!!
markccurtis 5 years ago
Mainly standard tuning or maybe a dropped d tuning.
Plikten 5 years ago
What kind of Tuning is he using most time?
Reaggeman 5 years ago
is this not guitar boogie shuffle by the great
bert weedon from many many years ago.
johnniebullfrog 5 years ago
he's like the virtouso of acoustic guitars
tjthebest7 5 years ago
He's possybli the fastest Acoustic Guiatrist of the World.
Damn i want to play the Acoustic Guitar just 1/4 so clean and fast like he's doing ;)
Reaggeman 5 years ago
i love that bit at near the begining right on the 30 sec mark wen he has a little vibrato pause it is so sweet, and the extended finish is awesome
yesrightidiot 5 years ago
his maton guitar sounds soo gooooooooddddd
kasey89 5 years ago
@leeritenour
Nope, that's just German.
ohne filter bar :p
(without filter bar)
lucassmit 5 years ago
Nice try. But it says 'ohne filter pur' which means 'without any filter' (pur = pure, clean), just clean pure music. A well-known show on German TV
Peter159357 5 years ago
tommy emmanuel is a ledgend
guitarthing 5 years ago
Was that a gay bar?
leeritenour 5 years ago
are you looking for one, leeritenour?
ntrimm 5 years ago
rofl thats just truly amazing tommy emmanuel is amazing me more and more everytime i hear him how the hell is he not a legend?
antman8813 5 years ago
yep, simply Tommy Emmanuel. :)
wirito 5 years ago
I love this guy. So much fun :)
wildeyed 5 years ago
SEX
imspicey111 5 years ago
Haha
wirito 5 years ago
Man, I love the way he does his guitar boogie. So much feeling and passion behind it.
litjourney 5 years ago
tommy emmanuel...nuff said
deathmunky 5 years ago