I knew Rory pretty well: first saw him in 1968 at the Woburn Abbey Festival - and then 37 times after that. I took him to supper, played his guitar hall a dozen times and spent many happy hours with him. He also played saxophone, harmonica, mandolin, slide guitar and was a great songwriter. My daughter Isobel Thatcher (new single Wings on RUclips) met bass man Gerry McAvoy last year in London and they had a great chat about Rory and his songs. Thanks for putting him on your show. He was the finest all-round musician I’ve ever known and the kindest, politest man imaginable. RIP dear Rory, 1995.
Thanks for checking out Rory! This is really just the tip of the iceberg of Rory's spectacular musical abilities. He was a self taught multi-instrumentalist (guitar, mandolin, harmonica, alto sax and more), a brilliant songwriter and a great, unique vocalist. His catalog is so diverse encompassing electric and acoustic blues, jazz, folk, and a bit of funk. I've seen so many performers and no one comes remotely close to seeing Rory Gallagher live, in terms of music, it was life changing for me.
I spent most of my childhood listening to Rory Gallagher, because it was mostly all my dad played around the house and on car journeys (along with some Cream, Groundhogs, Pink Floyd etc). I couldn't appreciate him as a child, but he's always on my playlist as an adult. I remember the day he passed away. My dad came home from work with tears in his eyes and said he'd just heard on the radio that Rory had died. It was one of the few times I've seen him cry. It was like we had lost a family member. That's how deep Rory meant to his fans 😢
Saw Rory live in 1979, 3+ hours concert, he was unique, so genuine! The medication he took for years for his fear of flying ruined his liver, he literally performed until he dropped, was playing in Amsterdam when he collapsed on stage due to liver failure. He had the transplant but caught MRSA in the hospital ward and died in 1995 at 47.
When Jimi Hendrix was asked by a Reporter "How does it feel being the greatest Guitar Player in the World ?", Jimi replied "Go ask Rory Gallagher"... .
Now that would be great. One of the very few headliners that could stand up to Rory and follow him as an opener. Wishbone Ash is still going strong and right next to Rory as the greatest guitar band that isn't nearly as well known as they should be.
Rory Gallagher, Jeff Beck, Peter Green, Bert Jansch, John Martyn, - Jimmy Page was never as narrowly focused - Clapton never came close. Bill Nelson, Joe Walsh, TS McPhee, of course. Nice to see Mr Gallagher getting some recognition. Proper artist.
A live Rory show was amazing.Rory started on the showband scene where bands would have 6 or more members they played for hours in ballrooms with up to 3000 people dancing .Showbands played anything from Irish traditional through country and rock and roll to the hits of the day. Showbands were driving all over Ireland.,a band could travel from cork to Portrush a round trip of 600 miles in a van or coach ! For a young Rory check out the Fontana showband and the song slow down in 1964. You know it's Rory in seconds with the vocal and his playing
I don't remember the 1st time I heard Rory, my older brother was always playing him so naturally i beca,e a fan, it must be a treat to hear him for the 1st time.
How do you get a better live performance than this? Only by playing more Rory Gallagher. Not only was he an incredible guitarist, he had a fantastic band with him, providing performances full of energy, and quality music.
Creative Panic is what you call it Rory was a friend for a long time and has the ability to play anything.....instruments and genres. Manic on the stage but calm and funny off stage.
Rory and Gerry Mcavoy, the dynamic duo. I am positive that they fed off each other talent. Have been listening to Rory's music from the early 70's and never lose that feeling of amazement when looking at his live performances.
Rory was a savage on stage. Very underrated. He liked to fly under the radar, kind of shunned the limelight. I believe he was approached to join the Rolling Stones at one point but declined.
I'm relatively new to Rory Gallagher Harri a music loving guitar player friend told me to listen and after this one song down the rabbit hole I went and couldn't believe I never heard of this top tier guitar player. You can actually see he becomes one with the guitar and also sings while playing. His passion and love of what he does shows on his face Thank you for such a wonderful appreciation and reaction to Rory
Thanks for getting Rory on. I have to say I feel the emotion and energy he puts into his songs, I love ,I fall apart , wheels within wheels or edged in blue ,as well Shadow play, walk on hot coals ,crest of a wave. So many great songs and performances , thanks again
I smiled when you wondered if he could keep up the same intensity for the next 4 minutes! Rory was like this for 2+ hours of concert. This number was the opener at the Montreux jazz festival. Check out the other numbers,particularly Shadow Play and the encore with Hellcat.Greatest guitarist that I ever saw and his energy on stage was just insane.
Couldn’t agree more James. I remember queuing in the longest queue to see Blackmore when he launched his solo career and he was amazing but Rory will always be my number one. Saw him in the 7Os into the 80s and he or his band never disappointed. Went to see Gerry McAvoy’s band last month in London and Gerry did Rory proud. Miss the G Man as do many of his loyal fans. Great memories of a wonderful performer and person.
Harri, after you're done with Rory's solo career, you should look into his first official first band TASTE. I recommend any footage taken from the Isle Of Wight Festival 1970. Powerful trio of blues, progression, hard rock and even jazz! Enjoy!
I was lucky enough to see Rory many times in the late 60s and early 70s, both with Taste and with his eponymous band after Taste broke up. He was an amazing live performer - the energy went on for the whole gig, often two hours or more! He would play his beat up Strat, use a Telecaster for fantastic slide guitar, sometimes an old Gretsch as well. He could also play mandolin and beautiful acoustic guitar as well as saxophone. Try “Bullfrog Blues” or “In your town” for slide playing or “Wave myself goodbye” for acoustic (with guest Vincent Crane from Atomic Rooster on piano). Never saw a below par performance once in all those years - he loved playing for his fans and gave it his all. A quiet gentleman off stage and an influence on Brian May, who spoke very highly of him.
There are many people out there like you Hari who have discovered the genius that is the G Man long after his demise The greatest ever don’t forget to check out all his albums you won’t be disappointed
Of all the guitarists I have listen to - Rory will always be number 1. Brian May, Clapton, Gary Moore etc...all speak highly of him. Gone far too early. Such a humble person- wish that there were more like him in the world today.
Thank you! Rory was absolutely amazing and 2-3 hour performances were the norm for him. He lived for playing in front of an audience and fed off of their energy. Please check out some of his other videos, such as "Do You Read Me?" from 1979's Rock Goes to College. For his early stuff, "Sinner Boy" or "What's Going On?" with his first band Taste at the 1970 Isle of Wight festival shows his mad skills at the age of 23. A good quality video of a later piece is "Don't Start Me Talkin'" Cologne 1990. At 42, he didn't have the same high energy to run all over the stage, but his stage presence is still amazing and his guitar skills mature. Please explore more of his wonderful catalog and introduce Rory to a new generation.
Thanks, Harri! I saw Rory in Stuttgart, Germany 48 years ago. I remember that guitar. . . most of the paint worn off the face of it. What a rocker! RIP.
Probably one of the most underrated guitarist. Irish Rory knew how to rock with the best. He was one of Eric Clapton's idol and influences. Early on he was in the band Taste then Rory went on to have a solo career that never received the fame he deserved. Sadly he died young after a liver transplant. Great reaction Harri. Thanks Harri and Miss Blondie. Super tune. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
Hi Mary and thank you for the added history. I mentioned before I'm relatively new to Rory and couldn't believe a man this talented slipped under the radar RIP to a Legend Sending you love and music 🎶💜🎵🇨🇦🇺🇲💜
So happy that more people are listening to Rory, I’ve only heard one other person blasting his music, and you guessed it. It was an old gear head working on an impala in a garage!
There are no other members in that band, only Rory Gallagher, Gerry McAvoy (Bass) and Ted McKenna (Drums). Rory played the longest time as a 3-piece, earlier he had a Keyboarder too, i.e. Lou Martin during 1974 Irish Tour. Rory for me was not only one of the greatest guitar players of all time, he was THE performer. He was no rockstar-like snob, when you watch his concerts, you will see him climb off the stage, interact with the audience and he loved it. As the old german music lover i am....Rory and his worn-out Stratocaster....the best Ireland gave to the world! 🤘
The best Irish guitarist EVER !!! I was lucky enough to have seen Rory twice here in the U.S. and his stage energy, as well as his guitar skills, are unmatched. I would recommend checking out the live video of Shadow Play and the Live performance of Bullfrog Blues on The Old Grey Whistle Test. 🔥🎸🎶✌️
We all rocked out to Rory back in the day. There was always one of his albums on the turntable at some stage of the night at any rockin' party. AAAH! the memories.
There is a street named after him in Dublin. Sometimes, the best artists never get the worldwide recognition they deserve. Guitarists know all about him.
Harri, Rory played on Jerry Lee Lewis' "London Sessions" album in 1973. You heard correctly. Rory, due to ill health and some bad career decisions, should have been a much bigger star. After a star-making performance at the Isle of Wight Festival in 1970, he was approached by Led Zep's manager, Peter Grant, for a management contract but declined, as earlier misadventures with previous managers made him very wary of having anyone but his brother manage him. Nice debut on the channel. Thanks Miss B and Harri.
Thank you John for the added info. I just got into Rory only a couple of years ago and he blew me away Not only was his playing incredible he looks like he's loving what he does
He didn't actually want to be a famous star - he just enjoyed playing. FYI it is reported that when Hendrix was asked what it was like to be the greatest guitarist in the world he replied "I don't know, you'll have to ask Rory"
@@missblondie2393 Yes, you're right, he loved his guitar and playing and singing!! I love Rory, he played what he feels, not what the music industry asked🎸🎶
Rory’s decision to go with his brother Donal, rather than Peter Grant ensured Rory being in charge. He was stubborn about some things, like not releasing singles. Rory was known in the states because he toured here relentlessly for decades, but it wasn’t possible to become a household name in the states without radio exposure. Maybe you can call that a bad career move, but Rory was his own man.
In fact the 4 tunes he plays on are coincidentally the best tunes on the Killers London Sessions LP. Rorys nightmare was to have a big hit single. He fought tooth and nail against it his whole career.He did not want to be sucked into the "cloak and dagger limousine lifestyle" of rock stars.
Harri, please consider doing "A Million Miles Away" from the Irish Tour '74 album. Make sure it is the performance from the Cork city hall from the 40th Anniversary remaster. Some fine live playing on that one. One of my favorites of all time.
In 1971 I went to the Peachtree festival in Rockingham NC. At the end of a long day the last act was Rory Gallagher. Had never heard of him. A while later I picked up his Tattoo album at The original Tower records for $1. Great, great album.
I saw him in Milwaukee in 1974 when I was 17. What I always remember besides his great music was the fact that he always wore plaid flannel shirts. It was blue. His hair was long. He was Hot. 🔥
"This guy plays his guitar like it stole his girlfriend and he's out to get revenge." Absolutely beautifully said. I also like your voice, attitude, reaction and humility. I just subscribed. Thanks Harri. Nailed it my friend! I would also like to mention how much I appreciate your openness at not knowing about his passing. That is what makes you so unique. Too many "experts" out there and to see and hear an intelligent human being expressing how moved he is, is well, beautiful. "Too many diamonds in my ears." I hope you keep hearing those diamonds my friend.
I am very happy you brought old Rory to the channel.What a pity he passed away so young.Think about the music he could have made and still be making! Raw energy on electric guitar and also superb on acoustic.Always showing his devotion for the old blues and mixing blues scales with Irish music licks.Genius!!!
I saw him play a show that went well over 3 hours and he never left the stage or took a break. He played an acoustic set while everyone else in the band left and took a leak or whatever.
Saw rory 11 time from 77 onwards...free tradehall, Manchester, apollo more than once , Palace, International 2 , Leicester de montford, Stoke Loughborough University, lyceum ballroom London. Always fantastic. Just the best. Always thought the 4 piece band with lou and Rod tge best but that may be my age. ..😂😂
I seen Rory in 69, 70 and 71. He came to Belfast every Christmas when no other band would play there because of the conflict. Rory made up for no other band playing there as he was just amazing and all that was required to satisfy a blues lovers taste. I still listen to his music and never tire of it. There was nobody like Rory. At times he brings tears of joy to my eyes. What a musician.
So you have to watch Rory Gallagher - Taste, Sugar Momma. Live in 1971. The guy was like 22 maybe 23. And ask yourself, Where did he get his soul from. It’s quite amazing.
Sad i ne er got to see him, he died when i was young. Thanks for showing this, he was an Irish gem. Try his live performances of 'Shadow Play'. Also incredible
There's a story - possibly Urban Legend - that an interviewer once asked Jimi Hendrix what it felt like to be the greatest guitar player in the world and he answered, "I wouldn't know. You'd have to ask Rory Gallagher."
I'm in my sixties and Rory was the soundtrack of my life. Saw him live several times and met him once. It's wonderful to see somebody discovering Rory for the first time.
I saw Rory Gallagher 6 times live. I'm getting old but try to find A thousand miles away live in Belfast 1974. One of the greatest blues solos ever period!!!
I'm so glad that you finally did a reaction on my favourite guitarist of all time. I have seen him live a couple of times and it was like nothing else just pure love for his music. I was deeply saddened when I heard of his death but he was sick for quite some time and it was so sad when I saw him last in 1991 he wasn't just the same although he did some good shows after that before his death. You will find many great performances here on YT one I want to mention is "Do you read me" from Rock goes to college
It's when you hear other guitarists speak of Rory Gallagher that you realize he was only underrated in terms of popularity by music fans. Sadly, that's true for many great musicians who have gone unnoticed because they don't play to the music industry machine and the processed crap they feed to the fans. Jimi Hendrix, Brian May of Queen, Alex Lifeson of Rush, Slash of Guns 'n' Roses all had so much esteem for him. What I loved most about him was the breadth and depth of his catalogue and styles. He excelled at every genre and you never got the same old stuff from him. Who else but him could rock an arena with nothing but a mandolin (Going to My Hometown from Live in Europe)?
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YES HE IS!!!!!? Still undervalued, underestimated, underrated, the most exciting player ever!!!
Rory was and is still a force of nature who gave his heart & soul. We love you brother ❤️
I knew Rory pretty well: first saw him in 1968 at the Woburn Abbey Festival - and then 37 times after that. I took him to supper, played his guitar hall a dozen times and spent many happy hours with him.
He also played saxophone, harmonica, mandolin, slide guitar and was a great songwriter.
My daughter Isobel Thatcher (new single Wings on RUclips) met bass man Gerry McAvoy last year in London and they had a great chat about Rory and his songs.
Thanks for putting him on your show. He was the finest all-round musician I’ve ever known and the kindest, politest man imaginable.
RIP dear Rory, 1995.
Thank you❤
My pleasure!
👏👏👏🙏🙏
THE most humble guitarist ever
Thanks for checking out Rory! This is really just the tip of the iceberg of Rory's spectacular musical abilities. He was a self taught multi-instrumentalist (guitar, mandolin, harmonica, alto sax and more), a brilliant songwriter and a great, unique vocalist. His catalog is so diverse encompassing electric and acoustic blues, jazz, folk, and a bit of funk. I've seen so many performers and no one comes remotely close to seeing Rory Gallagher live, in terms of music, it was life changing for me.
Don't know how come it has taken so long for people to realise this!
Rory was the greatest of Them all
Sadly forgotten.
never forgotten
One of the best ever!
I spent most of my childhood listening to Rory Gallagher, because it was mostly all my dad played around the house and on car journeys (along with some Cream, Groundhogs, Pink Floyd etc). I couldn't appreciate him as a child, but he's always on my playlist as an adult. I remember the day he passed away. My dad came home from work with tears in his eyes and said he'd just heard on the radio that Rory had died. It was one of the few times I've seen him cry. It was like we had lost a family member. That's how deep Rory meant to his fans 😢
Saw Rory live in 1979, 3+ hours concert, he was unique, so genuine! The medication he took for years for his fear of flying ruined his liver, he literally performed until he dropped, was playing in Amsterdam when he collapsed on stage due to liver failure. He had the transplant but caught MRSA in the hospital ward and died in 1995 at 47.
When Jimi Hendrix was asked by a Reporter "How does it feel being the greatest Guitar Player in the World ?", Jimi replied "Go ask Rory Gallagher"...
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I love this. It gives me shivers every time I read it. What a tribute.
Rory is the GOAT. Simply that and nomore to becsaid
I had the privilege of hearing Rory in 1975 when he opened for Wishbone Ash. Both acts were excellent 👍
Now that would be great. One of the very few headliners that could stand up to Rory and follow him as an opener. Wishbone Ash is still going strong and right next to Rory as the greatest guitar band that isn't nearly as well known as they should be.
Ha, when I saw Wishbone Ash the third act was Kiss. You win 😎
That was the same year he opened for Deep Purple(before Blackmore left) for 6 .oaths. Roger Glover produced Rory's next album.
Rory Gallagher, Jeff Beck, Peter Green, Bert Jansch, John Martyn, - Jimmy Page was never as narrowly focused - Clapton never came close. Bill Nelson, Joe Walsh, TS McPhee, of course. Nice to see Mr Gallagher getting some recognition. Proper artist.
One pile of raw talent. WOW. RIP Rory.
A live Rory show was amazing.Rory started on the showband scene where bands would have 6 or more members they played for hours in ballrooms with up to 3000 people dancing .Showbands played anything from Irish traditional through country and rock and roll to the hits of the day. Showbands were driving all over Ireland.,a band could travel from cork to Portrush a round trip of 600 miles in a van or coach ! For a young Rory check out the Fontana showband and the song slow down in 1964. You know it's Rory in seconds with the vocal and his playing
"I Wonder Who....Rory Gallagher Live in Belfast" is a MUST!
This is the first song he played in the gig,imagine that for an opener and he loved JLL.
I don't remember the 1st time I heard Rory, my older brother was always playing him so naturally i beca,e a fan, it must be a treat to hear him for the 1st time.
How do you get a better live performance than this? Only by playing more Rory Gallagher. Not only was he an incredible guitarist, he had a fantastic band with him, providing performances full of energy, and quality music.
Creative Panic is what you call it Rory was a friend for a long time and has the ability to play anything.....instruments and genres. Manic on the stage but calm and funny off stage.
"has" Amen, brother.
He's on my list of musicians I desperately wish I'd heard live.
I seen him with his band Taste in 1969 open for Blind Faith in St. Louis. Jim
Rory and Gerry Mcavoy, the dynamic duo. I am positive that they fed off each other talent. Have been listening to Rory's music from the early 70's and never lose that feeling of amazement when looking at his live performances.
Gerry is still playing with Band of Friends, well worth seeing.
More Rory, please.
Rory was a savage on stage. Very underrated. He liked to fly under the radar, kind of shunned the limelight. I believe he was approached to join the Rolling Stones at one point but declined.
Rory IS one of the best guitarists ever. A true natural. I was lucky to see him live in his early years. Awesome. So sad that he died young.
Rory guitar wizard
Totally underrated. Have a listen to Million Miles Away and Walk on Hot Coals from his Irish Tour 74 album.
I'm relatively new to Rory Gallagher Harri a music loving guitar player friend told me to listen and after this one song down the rabbit hole I went and couldn't believe I never heard of this top tier guitar player.
You can actually see he becomes one with the guitar and also sings while playing.
His passion and love of what he does shows on his face
Thank you for such a wonderful appreciation and reaction to Rory
Thanks for getting Rory on.
I have to say I feel the emotion and energy he puts into his songs,
I love ,I fall apart , wheels within wheels or edged in blue ,as well Shadow play, walk on hot coals ,crest of a wave.
So many great songs and performances , thanks again
Jerry Mcovoy was a beast on bass, as was Rod Diath on drums, not to forget Lou Martin on keys, only wish i got to experience all of them live.
Best guitarist most people ever heard of :)
The best ever
He was always so underrated, he was an awesome musician!
A few as great none better. RIP Rory
Rory was superb! Brilliant! 💖🌷✨👏👏👏
Yay you have found Rory! Woooo! He was a master and he loved his music. So do we who listened to him all those years ago.
Rory Gallagher is one of my favorites! Don’t know why a lot of people do not know him
I smiled when you wondered if he could keep up the same intensity for the next 4 minutes! Rory was like this for 2+ hours of concert. This number was the opener at the Montreux jazz festival. Check out the other numbers,particularly Shadow Play and the encore with Hellcat.Greatest guitarist that I ever saw and his energy on stage was just insane.
Couldn’t agree more James. I remember queuing in the longest queue to see Blackmore when he launched his solo career and he was amazing but Rory will always be my number one. Saw him in the 7Os into the 80s and he or his band never disappointed. Went to see Gerry McAvoy’s band last month in London and Gerry did Rory proud. Miss the G Man as do many of his loyal fans. Great memories of a wonderful performer and person.
I was lucky enough to meet Rory once, such a humble genuine guy. Rest in peace Rory, you were taken from us far too soon.
Harri, after you're done with Rory's solo career, you should look into his first official first band TASTE. I recommend any footage taken from the Isle Of Wight Festival 1970. Powerful trio of blues, progression, hard rock and even jazz! Enjoy!
. . . .and I like you gave a credit tothe bass player and the drummer - WHAT aline up!!!
Yep theres the man right there . Totally original and had it all. He wiped them all out for sure dynamite and class
Ah Rory he was the best 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪
I was lucky enough to see Rory many times in the late 60s and early 70s, both with Taste and with his eponymous band after Taste broke up. He was an amazing live performer - the energy went on for the whole gig, often two hours or more!
He would play his beat up Strat, use a Telecaster for fantastic slide guitar, sometimes an old Gretsch as well. He could also play mandolin and beautiful acoustic guitar as well as saxophone.
Try “Bullfrog Blues” or “In your town” for slide playing or “Wave myself goodbye” for acoustic (with guest Vincent Crane from Atomic Rooster on piano).
Never saw a below par performance once in all those years - he loved playing for his fans and gave it his all. A quiet gentleman off stage and an influence on Brian May, who spoke very highly of him.
he even played electric sitar, a coral. You can hear it in the song "Philby" i.e.I recommend Montreux 1985
There are many people out there like you Hari who have discovered the genius that is the G Man long after his demise
The greatest ever don’t forget to check out all his albums you won’t be disappointed
Of all the guitarists I have listen to - Rory will always be number 1. Brian May, Clapton, Gary Moore etc...all speak highly of him. Gone far too early. Such a humble person- wish that there were more like him in the world today.
Thank you! Rory was absolutely amazing and 2-3 hour performances were the norm for him. He lived for playing in front of an audience and fed off of their energy. Please check out some of his other videos, such as "Do You Read Me?" from 1979's Rock Goes to College. For his early stuff, "Sinner Boy" or "What's Going On?" with his first band Taste at the 1970 Isle of Wight festival shows his mad skills at the age of 23. A good quality video of a later piece is "Don't Start Me Talkin'" Cologne 1990. At 42, he didn't have the same high energy to run all over the stage, but his stage presence is still amazing and his guitar skills mature. Please explore more of his wonderful catalog and introduce Rory to a new generation.
Rory is my fave....
You sir have great taste indeed
Thanks, Harri! I saw Rory in Stuttgart, Germany 48 years ago. I remember that guitar. . . most of the paint worn off the face of it. What a rocker! RIP.
Oh wow you're extremely fortunate to have seen the incredible Rory live
I thank God for RUclips for having great live footage
He was so dynamic
Probably one of the most underrated guitarist. Irish Rory knew how to rock with the best. He was one of Eric Clapton's idol and influences.
Early on he was in the band Taste then Rory went on to have a solo career that never received the fame he deserved.
Sadly he died young after a liver transplant. Great reaction Harri. Thanks Harri and Miss Blondie. Super tune. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
Hi Mary and thank you for the added history.
I mentioned before I'm relatively new to Rory and couldn't believe a man this talented slipped under the radar
RIP to a Legend
Sending you love and music
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@@missblondie2393 Being an Oldie I've loved Rory for years. Fabulous tune.
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Greetings from the west coast, eh.
@@markallan5484 Hi Mark. How are you? Just got back from 10 days near YYC.
@@marybaillie8907 We British Columbia lifers view Alberta as the Near East.
Rory Gallagher is the master of the Stratocaster.
Would 100% recommend looking at "Shadow Play" from the same concert! Rory is such a good guitarist he lets the ground play the guitar in that one.
And jimi hendrix watched him at 1970 Isle of Wight festival and thought he was amazing!!
So happy that more people are listening to Rory, I’ve only heard one other person blasting his music, and you guessed it. It was an old gear head working on an impala in a garage!
Most people here in "the states" have never heard of Rory Gallagher. A German friend introduced me to his music in 74 and I have loved him ever since.
jerry and rory had record together, you right he had an influence.
There are no other members in that band, only Rory Gallagher, Gerry McAvoy (Bass) and Ted McKenna (Drums). Rory played the longest time as a 3-piece, earlier he had a Keyboarder too, i.e. Lou Martin during 1974 Irish Tour. Rory for me was not only one of the greatest guitar players of all time, he was THE performer. He was no rockstar-like snob, when you watch his concerts, you will see him climb off the stage, interact with the audience and he loved it. As the old german music lover i am....Rory and his worn-out Stratocaster....the best Ireland gave to the world! 🤘
Brut force and ignorance is a cool tune too. His home town has a statue of him. Their hometown hero. Yeah. Peace
Tatoo lady. A million miles away . songs. Incredible songs.
The best Irish guitarist EVER !!! I was lucky enough to have seen Rory twice here in the U.S. and his stage energy, as well as his guitar skills, are unmatched. I would recommend checking out the live video of Shadow Play and the Live performance of Bullfrog Blues on The Old Grey Whistle Test. 🔥🎸🎶✌️
We all rocked out to Rory back in the day. There was always one of his albums on the turntable at some stage of the night at any rockin' party. AAAH! the memories.
There is a street named after him in Dublin. Sometimes, the best artists never get the worldwide recognition they deserve. Guitarists know all about him.
There's one in France too.
Such an underrated guitarist, u regret not getting a chance to see him live, rip Rory
God bless you for your appreciation and carrying on the rockin' blues tradition!
When rory played, you got your moneys worth.
I saw Roy Gallagher in a small theater around 1978. He had 5 encores!
Rory and his band= excellence. Saw him back in the mid 70s. Great review Harri.
Harri, Rory played on Jerry Lee Lewis' "London Sessions" album in 1973. You heard correctly. Rory, due to ill health and some bad career decisions, should have been a much bigger star. After a star-making performance at the Isle of Wight Festival in 1970, he was approached by Led Zep's manager, Peter Grant, for a management contract but declined, as earlier misadventures with previous managers made him very wary of having anyone but his brother manage him. Nice debut on the channel. Thanks Miss B and Harri.
Thank you John for the added info.
I just got into Rory only a couple of years ago and he blew me away
Not only was his playing incredible he looks like he's loving what he does
He didn't actually want to be a famous star - he just enjoyed playing.
FYI it is reported that when Hendrix was asked what it was like to be the greatest guitarist in the world he replied "I don't know, you'll have to ask Rory"
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Yes, you're right, he loved his guitar and playing and singing!!
I love Rory, he played what he feels, not what the music industry asked🎸🎶
Rory’s decision to go with his brother Donal, rather than Peter Grant ensured Rory being in charge. He was stubborn about some things, like not releasing singles. Rory was known in the states because he toured here relentlessly for decades, but it wasn’t possible to become a household name in the states without radio exposure. Maybe you can call that a bad career move, but Rory was his own man.
In fact the 4 tunes he plays on are coincidentally the best tunes on the Killers London Sessions LP. Rorys nightmare was to have a big hit single. He fought tooth and nail against it his whole career.He did not want to be sucked into the "cloak and dagger limousine lifestyle" of rock stars.
Harri, please consider doing "A Million Miles Away" from the Irish Tour '74 album. Make sure it is the performance from the Cork city hall from the 40th Anniversary remaster. Some fine live playing on that one. One of my favorites of all time.
It was his blues, touring for months all around the world Is great, but heavy at the same time,... I love too this song
In 1971 I went to the Peachtree festival in Rockingham NC. At the end of a long day the last act was Rory Gallagher. Had never heard of him.
A while later I picked up his Tattoo album at The original Tower records for $1. Great, great album.
I was lucky enough to see Rory in concert a few times, unbelievably nice man, one of the best.
In one word : Awesome!! 🎶🎶🎸🎸🎸🎸❤️
I saw him in Milwaukee in 1974 when I was 17. What I always remember besides his great music was the fact that he always wore plaid flannel shirts. It was blue. His hair was long. He was Hot. 🔥
Loved your reaction, greatest Irish guitarist ever imo
Loved your comments Harri , I first saw Rory and the band in 1974 at the tender age of 14 !! Blown away 😊
"This guy plays his guitar like it stole his girlfriend and he's out to get revenge." Absolutely beautifully said. I also like your voice, attitude, reaction and humility. I just subscribed. Thanks Harri. Nailed it my friend! I would also like to mention how much I appreciate your openness at not knowing about his passing. That is what makes you so unique. Too many "experts" out there and to see and hear an intelligent human being expressing how moved he is, is well, beautiful.
"Too many diamonds in my ears." I hope you keep hearing those diamonds my friend.
I am very happy you brought old Rory to the channel.What a pity he passed away so young.Think about the music he could have made and still be making! Raw energy on electric guitar and also superb on acoustic.Always showing his devotion for the old blues and mixing blues scales with Irish music licks.Genius!!!
I saw him do 4 hours. He damn near killed me. Rory was special.
4 hours of Rory I could only imagine how you felt
Rory is incredible
Rory still special
I saw him play a show that went well over 3 hours and he never left the stage or took a break. He played an acoustic set while everyone else in the band left and took a leak or whatever.
Welcome to the world of Rory. Enjoy
Saw rory 11 time from 77 onwards...free tradehall, Manchester, apollo more than once , Palace, International 2 , Leicester de montford, Stoke Loughborough University, lyceum ballroom London. Always fantastic. Just the best. Always thought the 4 piece band with lou and Rod tge best but that may be my age.
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Saw him numerous times and this intense energy went on sometimes fir 3 hrs
I seen Rory in 69, 70 and 71. He came to Belfast every Christmas when no other band would play there because of the conflict. Rory made up for no other band playing there as he was just amazing and all that was required to satisfy a blues lovers taste. I still listen to his music and never tire of it. There was nobody like Rory. At times he brings tears of joy to my eyes. What a musician.
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So you have to watch Rory Gallagher - Taste, Sugar Momma. Live in 1971. The guy was like 22 maybe 23. And ask yourself, Where did he get his soul from. It’s quite amazing.
you should listen to "hands off" from the beat club sessions.... And thanks for giving him a platform! Rory always will live on!
Rory ♥
I was fortunate to see him many times, I can tell some stories.
Check out the rory Festival in Ballshannon every year.
Bullfrog Blues, Do You Read Me, and Shadow Play are great songs from him.
Sad i ne er got to see him, he died when i was young. Thanks for showing this, he was an Irish gem. Try his live performances of 'Shadow Play'. Also incredible
Rory released a studio album entitled "Calling Card" (1976???)....a wonderful album.....and stands up.
Thanks for checking this guy out. I had the good fortune to see him in the early 70's and was just blown away.
There's a story - possibly Urban Legend - that an interviewer once asked Jimi Hendrix what it felt like to be the greatest guitar player in the world and he answered, "I wouldn't know. You'd have to ask Rory Gallagher."
Rory. Fucking legend!
. . . and he is indeed ALIVE!😀
I'm in my sixties and Rory was the soundtrack of my life. Saw him live several times and met him once. It's wonderful to see somebody discovering Rory for the first time.
I love Rory such a great guitarist. Thanks for sharing Miss Blondie and Harri.💞
So glad you liked Rory Diane
He was so unbelievable
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This is a brilliant performance...no one like Rory!!
I saw Rory Gallagher 6 times live.
I'm getting old but try to find A thousand miles away live in Belfast 1974.
One of the greatest blues solos ever period!!!
I'm so glad that you finally did a reaction on my favourite guitarist of all time. I have seen him live a couple of times and it was like nothing else just pure love for his music.
I was deeply saddened when I heard of his death but he was sick for quite some time and it was so sad when I saw him last in 1991 he wasn't just the same although he did some good shows after that before his death. You will find many great performances here on YT one I want to mention is "Do you read me" from Rock goes to college
Shout out to Gerry's (bass) hair for staying on his head. Rorys just awesome
It's when you hear other guitarists speak of Rory Gallagher that you realize he was only underrated in terms of popularity by music fans. Sadly, that's true for many great musicians who have gone unnoticed because they don't play to the music industry machine and the processed crap they feed to the fans. Jimi Hendrix, Brian May of Queen, Alex Lifeson of Rush, Slash of Guns 'n' Roses all had so much esteem for him. What I loved most about him was the breadth and depth of his catalogue and styles. He excelled at every genre and you never got the same old stuff from him. Who else but him could rock an arena with nothing but a mandolin (Going to My Hometown from Live in Europe)?