Pukka Races Yes he was. He's always been an inspiration to me, because even though he may not can see, he had to adapt to playing the guitar laid down, and he is better than most guitarists who can see perfectly. Even though he's blind, his hearing takes over, and his sense of hearing is heightened, and you can plainly tell that he FEELS every single note he's playing. He puts every ounce of his energy, heart, and soul into each performance, and that is what makes music. Being able to see, or not isn't what makes music, because it comes from within, and he's hands down a true testament to that. Jeff Healey will forever be an inspiration to me. He's a true "musician" in my book.
@@andyj845 you are right he is also pretty dahm good player, never heard him before. thank you for introducing him to me. was he only a legend in the late 70ties?
When you see a unique blind guitarist playing like this with the guitar upside down, standing up live and using with his teeth, playing better than a lot of other non blind guitar players from every decade, sadly being very underated, you see how life can be unffair...
Wow... Lost for words...Jeff was amazing, plays better in every way backwards, upside-down, with his teeth and across his lap. Jeff's up there with Jimmy,Stevie,Bonzo,Bon,and so many others taken from us fans way too early. RIP.
The word genius was invented for Jeff. I’ve playing the blues for 30yrs with full sight and can only aspire to be at this level. I can (just about) play at this level but let’s face it as a person with full sight it’s infinitely less impressive. Jeff was an absolute genius, zero doubt. I bow down.
Jeff Healey left us much to soon.Cancer took his eyesight and he developed his own style of playing.Cancer later took his life.It’s a crime he never got his due.Man was a music lover and got to do what he loved.R.I.P.Jeff Healey.Gone but not forgotten.
An Authentic guitarist and human being, in the same standing as Hendrix. I've never said that about anyone else and probably never will. Btw, I'm a Jimi fan since 69
They classify blindness as a disability............well he 100% puts that comment well and truely to the grave. Pure Undisputed Talent and Skill of the highest level. The planet is well and truely a better place for having had his music in it.
A Gift, He was a wonder. Saw him 4 times Live, plus having an autograph, from the beginning all Heroes were stunned of his talent. Who dares so innocent and "handicaped???" to compete to Jimi Hendrix. After the Regensburg Concert, I spent the night with the drummer Tom Stephen, unforgettable. One of our best guitarists ever.
I was there! This was recorded at the Town & Country Club in Kentish Town, London (now The Forum). Jeff's extraordinary version of this song was just one of the highlights of the evening - at the time I remember thinking that Jimi Hendrix would be smiling somewhere :-)
There’s something that I think is often overlooked about Jeff Healey playing standing up,… There’s something MISSING that makes him playing like that even more incredible,… There’s something that every other guitar player is using that he doesn’t even have on stage--and it blows my mind!!! What is it you ask???,…. It’s a simple “guitar strap”!!! To consider that there’s NOTHING holding his guitar up other than him--AND he’s playing it all while holding it without the aid of a strap exponentially ups the degree of difficulty!!! SIMPLY AMAZING!!!
Good Lord, what a performance! One thing I have noticed by watching Jeff's performances, are his hand/arm movements to inform band members of a "change", as he couldn't give them a glance or nod. Here, I see the bassist giving Jeff a "shoulder lean", to help him with spatial awareness. A bit of location assistance here, as he's a whirling dervish, perfectly sensible! I was so grateful, first watching this, it always makes me nervous when I see Jeff leaving his chair, terrified he would get misplaced. Astonished by his ability to find his seat. An earlier performance with SRV, Jeff stands up, cuts loose, finds his chair, no difficulty. Whew! Although it's not ESP (like a mind reading power, etc.), I concluded that this is a normal ability, but developed to an extraordinary level, thus an "extra sensory perception" that most sighted people don't develop, as it's not necessary, we can have a look. What a marvelously talented person he was, in every way. Bless you Jeff, for the joy of your music, still giving to us (at this point) 15 years later.
one of the most underrated bands in history let alone the front man and now over 30+ years later that two out of three are gone this band's getting it's Cred if nothing else just proves life is a very short ride and geniuses are very rarely recognized during their lifetime
Everything past 7:10, as a guitarist 😳🤯 respect. Can you imagine where he would be now, a man who knew and loved jazz, would love to see more of that. Thanks to Roadhouse I know who Jeff Healey is, first time I’d heard of him all those years ago.
Wow! Honestly first time for me to see this guy. Mind blowing. I can remember my father who's blind as well and played guitar and banjo. This is one of the best.
I saw him play at a place called the woverhampton civic in england in the 90's very impressive, to stand and see someone play that has adapted to his disability to the level that it becomes invisible, and the music pours out in its purest form.
What a guitar player! What a talent! What a feeling in his playing! Absolute genius.....I get goosebumps every time that I watch it! Major jam session going on somewhere: Jimi, Stevie, Jeff and many others!
The song is like jimi hendrix song especially the tempo and the intro, Jeff Healey was a great talent guitarist like hendrix and Steve RVN, incredible solos
I was born in 1960 and my teen years were in the 70's. I was into all kinds of music and started playing the guitar at 15 years old. But for the life of me I just don't remember this guy. Could be I had heard him but just can't remember cuz the drugs were very good back then. lol
Never get tired of watching this brilliant outstanding incredible cover of this classic song. Wow!!!. Jeff Healy was soooo talented and agreed about being underrated.!
I’m not sure I’ve ever heard this? I’m fully aware of his while my guitar gently weeps. It’s one of my favourite guitar tunes ever. This is ripping so far
Wow all the years I've wasted .I remember as a kid watching Jeff in roadhouse only in the last couple of years .I've started to look into Jeff more amazing guy .amazing talent
Jeff was a seriously underrated guitarist!.. One of the best in my opinion! Legend!
Pukka Races Yes he was. He's always been an inspiration to me, because even though he may not can see, he had to adapt to playing the guitar laid down, and he is better than most guitarists who can see perfectly. Even though he's blind, his hearing takes over, and his sense of hearing is heightened, and you can plainly tell that he FEELS every single note he's playing. He puts every ounce of his energy, heart, and soul into each performance, and that is what makes music. Being able to see, or not isn't what makes music, because it comes from within, and he's hands down a true testament to that. Jeff Healey will forever be an inspiration to me. He's a true "musician" in my book.
"who" exactly is your measurement for underrating?
When Webster's dictionary comes up with the word to describe what i just witnessed i will post it
Shine on you crazy diamond
Right i love this version better than Jimis on its way better in my opinion 👍 😱
Absolutely, Jeff transcended guitar
His note choice in any video is amazing!
When I die if I’m hearing Jeff Healy playing on the other side I’ll know I made it to heaven
The best guitarist that ever lived, what a sweet humble man he was as well, so glad I seen this legend live, miss you so much Jeff ❤️🙏
he was the best out of Canada ;)
@@verbatimdk I'd go with Frank Marino...check out his cover of this song.
@@andyj845 you are right he is also pretty dahm good player, never heard him before. thank you for introducing him to me. was he only a legend in the late 70ties?
@@verbatimdk He was never really that well known, but somewhat popular in the 70's. He just had to hang it up due to medical issues last year.
@@cubnation We were talking about Frank Marino
When you see a unique blind guitarist playing like this with the guitar upside down, standing up live and using with his teeth, playing better than a lot of other non blind guitar players from every decade, sadly being very underated, you see how life can be unffair...
👏👏👏👏 I Agree With You! 100%! Without A Doubt!😢💔😁😀👍✌️
yea tell me about it.
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Yeah, but I'm glad he made his recordings. He's recognized in the world of guitar players.
Wow... Lost for words...Jeff was amazing, plays better in every way backwards, upside-down, with his teeth and across his lap. Jeff's up there with Jimmy,Stevie,Bonzo,Bon,and so many others taken from us fans way too early. RIP.
The word genius was invented for Jeff. I’ve playing the blues for 30yrs with full sight and can only aspire to be at this level. I can (just about) play at this level but let’s face it as a person with full sight it’s infinitely less impressive. Jeff was an absolute genius, zero doubt. I bow down.
Jeff Healey left us much to soon.Cancer took his eyesight and he developed his own style of playing.Cancer later took his life.It’s a crime he never got his due.Man was a music lover and got to do what he loved.R.I.P.Jeff Healey.Gone but not forgotten.
Why don't we have music like this anymore?
Jeff Healey cover of this is immense, his skills are so pure and out of this fucknig world...
He is a guitar hero in my book.
Monster voice, monster tone, killer performance!
There will never be anything like j Healey,. Period...
Such a dear Soul. RIP, Jeff, your music lives on.
Simply earth shattering version by Jeff Healey! First introduced to him in Road House. Thx for pisting this great video! RIP...
If Jimi was there he would be in shock and awe of his cover. R.I.P. Jeff. You da' man.
Everyone know that Jeff was great guitarist. He was also great vocalist. I love his voice.
He made that tune 🎶 his own
Brilliant riffs,Brilliant playing
LEGEND
This song was made for his voice. The guitar playing is stellar.
I wonder what Jimi would have said about Jeff playing this song.
@@edalhouse645 WOW F AMAZING MAN LOVE XXX
Dylan said he knew he was writing it for Jimi before he finished the second verse. Then he called Jimi up and gave it to him.
Jeff Healey band makers of great blues music..RIP Jeff
, gone too soon
An Authentic guitarist and human being, in the same standing as Hendrix. I've never said that about anyone else and probably never will.
Btw, I'm a Jimi fan since 69
Healey, one of those underrated guitar players like Pat Travis, Terry Kath, Richrath, and so many others, the list could go on and on.
Superb bass player as well
They classify blindness as a disability............well he 100% puts that comment well and truely to the grave. Pure Undisputed Talent and Skill of the highest level. The planet is well and truely a better place for having had his music in it.
100%
One of the brightest stars and a true inspiration when it comes to guitar (slide and all) RIP
Never knew he covered this song. I must listen to more Healy.
Jeff Healey has got to be one of the GREATEST guitar players ever. 9/26/19
he has my vote
@@jeanaroper4838 And my vote too..
Jeff took Watchtower to another level entirely!! Gone too soon...!!
A Gift, He was a wonder. Saw him 4 times Live, plus having an autograph, from the beginning all Heroes were stunned of his talent. Who dares so innocent and "handicaped???" to compete to Jimi Hendrix. After the Regensburg Concert, I spent the night with the drummer Tom Stephen, unforgettable. One of our best guitarists ever.
He had some serious soul to him! Blind or not he is undeniably one of the most talented singers song writers and musicians!
He didn't need too see his soul was full of fire & heart thank you mr Healy for your beautiful music
Mr Healey. So talented and yet so humble.
I was not aware of this version.
Thanks for sharing!!
I was there! This was recorded at the Town & Country Club in Kentish Town, London (now The Forum). Jeff's extraordinary version of this song was just one of the highlights of the evening - at the time I remember thinking that Jimi Hendrix would be smiling somewhere :-)
Wow, what a privilege to be there!
Dude...that would have been immense
Keith Reeves yes I live around the corner from here probably one of the best venues in London
You were so lucky that you saw Jeff live, perfoming. Great priviledge. Sorry about my bad English. Regards from Greece. RIP Jeff.....
I was there too. He was ana amazing talent taken from us too soon.
Jeff made the guitar into a piano, and then became a virtuoso at it. Not sure that's ever been done before.
Eddie Van Halen
@@robertbaker3126 Stanley Jordan
Brother Jeff IS a musical PARTY which lives on for all time. Pure excitement-class, style, smoke and fire.
I miss this man, his playing, his voice so much. Never be another
Unbelievable! Absolutely my favorite guitarist hands down period..... Jeff was in a different world man. God bless his Beautiful Spirit.
*WOW!* 😯😯 So this is how it's done! 💙💙🔥🔥🔥
A True Musical Genius R.I.P Mr.Jeff Healey
Jeff Healey, singer and guitarist, his music is electrifying. Best guitarist ever. RIP, my friend...
Shits over Clapton and Hendrix..👌
Ohhhhh my goodness....... I cannot get enough of Jeff Healy 🌟🎵🎶🎸
Better than Jimi Hendrix
There’s something that I think is often overlooked about Jeff Healey playing standing up,…
There’s something MISSING that makes him playing like that even more incredible,…
There’s something that every other guitar player is using that he doesn’t even have on stage--and it blows my mind!!!
What is it you ask???,….
It’s a simple “guitar strap”!!!
To consider that there’s NOTHING holding his guitar up other than him--AND he’s playing it all while holding it without the aid of a strap exponentially ups the degree of difficulty!!!
SIMPLY AMAZING!!!
Fkn great point my friend
One of the best guitarists ever
Good Lord, what a performance! One thing I have noticed by watching Jeff's performances, are his hand/arm movements to inform band members of a "change", as he couldn't give them a glance or nod. Here, I see the bassist giving Jeff a "shoulder lean", to help him with spatial awareness. A bit of location assistance here, as he's a whirling dervish, perfectly sensible!
I was so grateful, first watching this, it always makes me nervous when I see Jeff leaving his chair, terrified he would get misplaced. Astonished by his ability to find his seat.
An earlier performance with SRV, Jeff stands up, cuts loose, finds his chair, no difficulty. Whew!
Although it's not ESP (like a mind reading power, etc.), I concluded that this is a normal ability, but developed to an extraordinary level, thus an "extra sensory perception" that most sighted people don't develop, as it's not necessary, we can have a look. What a marvelously talented person he was, in every way. Bless you Jeff, for the joy of your music, still giving to us (at this point) 15 years later.
A brilliant and terribly underappreciated guitarist. RIP, Jeff and thanks for all the music.
one of the most underrated bands in history let alone the front man and now over 30+ years later that two out of three are gone this band's getting it's Cred if nothing else just proves life is a very short ride and geniuses are very rarely recognized during their lifetime
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JEFF HEALEY!
He is known worldwide as an outstanding guitarist. Unforgotten in Germany!
Awesome guitar player!!! We miss you, Jeff!
No teleprompter here! Brilliant!!!!
Best music to listen to
A true Lion of the guitar. RIP, my friend..
Everything past 7:10, as a guitarist 😳🤯 respect. Can you imagine where he would be now, a man who knew and loved jazz, would love to see more of that. Thanks to Roadhouse I know who Jeff Healey is, first time I’d heard of him all those years ago.
Such respect........Jimi is smiling right now 🎶🎶🎸❤️💜❤️
Wow! Honestly first time for me to see this guy. Mind blowing. I can remember my father who's blind as well and played guitar and banjo. This is one of the best.
Definitely one of the best rendition I've heard of this song.
You watch Jeff play and realize there are many ways to get a sound out of a guitar ... it gives me hope!!!
Back again. Same result. Speechless.
What an amazing guitarist/performer. Jeff is Legend.
Ledge. Awesome cover.
GOAT 🐐🐐🐐 Absolutely the best cover of this song ever !
The best music I've ever listened to
I loved watching him and his band play
Jeff Healey.....A Man Who can not see can still make MUSIC
Only Jimi and Jeff give this song what it takes. Each in their own way. Period.
True rocker men great guitarplayer , jimi would be proud!
How is Jeff not in the rock n roll hall of fame?? At least show the man some respect and put him on the top 50 list all time!!!
What Ann awesome group.
Watchtower is a song one can get lost in - Charlene B
What a man! Absolute genius
I saw him play at a place called the woverhampton civic in england in the 90's very impressive, to stand and see someone play that has adapted to his disability to the level that it becomes invisible, and the music pours out in its purest form.
All I can say is Wow!!!
Holy.... fuck.... so... inspirational!!!!!
Best version, bar none
Excellent, so much enjoy watching Jeff.
The bass player is just laying it down, so solid!
Goddamn man just transported to another dimension with that guitar. Absolutely mesmerizing rendition
Faced adversity and still. Kicked ass with his one of a kind guitar style
Rest in peace, and kick some ass I heaven. God bless u.
What a guitar player! What a talent! What a feeling in his playing! Absolute genius.....I get goosebumps every time that I watch it! Major jam session going on somewhere: Jimi, Stevie, Jeff and many others!
One of my alltime favourite guitarplayers. What a unique person and talent.
Me too Best song ever
The song is like jimi hendrix song especially the tempo and the intro, Jeff Healey was a great talent guitarist like hendrix and Steve RVN, incredible solos
Been looking for this version for years. For as long as I can reminder it was one of my favourite renditions of a classic, and such talent
Absolutely! This is THE version for me. Killer rhythm and singing sections, blistering solos full of soul and energy…killer performance!
I was born in 1960 and my teen years were in the 70's. I was into all kinds of music and started playing the guitar at 15 years old. But for the life of me I just don't remember this guy. Could be I had heard him but just can't remember cuz the drugs were very good back then. lol
Brilliant. Only word that can describe Jeff. R.I.P
Jeez what a version in fact better than Jimi ever did live. Miss Jeff and Stevie Ray big time.....Way beyond the pack, those two...
Well missed, awesome voice, and unbelievable player.
Never get tired of watching this brilliant outstanding incredible cover of this classic song. Wow!!!. Jeff Healy was soooo talented and agreed about being underrated.!
❤❤what,a Legend ❤
Man was a great talent, sorely missed, RIP
I’m not sure I’ve ever heard this? I’m fully aware of his while my guitar gently weeps. It’s one of my favourite guitar tunes ever. This is ripping so far
Serious talent in that man
Top Notch! Greatly Missed.
Will never forget the night I saw this in Edinburgh on this tour. Jeff was an absolute gent and his crowd engagement was different level. So miss him
Absolutely incredible! I'm disappointed in myself because I only knew him as 'the guitar guy from Road House'
Phenomenom. the best version of Bob dylans song
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He's an awesome guitarist one of the best
Very original great guitar player !
What a gift he has, a legend indeed!
Man I wish I could have seen Jeff play live R.I.P Brother
RIP ! Now your talent, very special, haunts us, cause we miss u !
Wow all the years I've wasted .I remember as a kid watching Jeff in roadhouse only in the last couple of years .I've started to look into Jeff more amazing guy .amazing talent