Little fun fact about SRV and the pedal he's using . He went to Jimmy Hendrix Father and asked him if he could use his pedal to do his song with and Jimmy's father gave it to Stevie to keep.
I'm not sure that's the way it happened. The version I've always heard, which is in his biography, an a couple of interviews, is that Jimi Hendrix gave one of his old pedals to a young Jimi Vaughan, who later gave it to his brother.
No doubt but Chris' 2 are right behind them. No disrespect to Dusty and Frank but it's a different animal playing behind sombody like Stevie and Chris.
Absoulutly,Chris is a badass.Tommy islayin down some sick bass as well.This is the best preformence of voodoo child they ever did.No other gig sounds this good. 1985 "Live at Austin City Limits is the name of the gig. I think Stevie breaks a string during "Look at little sister" as well.
Mitch Mitchell was such an integral part of the Jimi Hendrix Experience, it’s great to hear another fantastic drummer able to do justice to Stevie’s tributes to Jimi.
I agree. Layton was the best I’ve ever heard incorporating the Texas Shuffle beat into heavy blues. It fit perfectly. Not to mention the pure talent it took to play with Stevie’s 50 different ways to play every song live!Chris and Tommy are both phenomenal musicians ❤⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Can you imagine trying to play an hour long set with Stevie? You have no set list. You have no idea what songs Stevie might choose to play. You have no idea in what unique ways he's going to play every single song on the setlist. You have no idea when he's going to suddenly drop dynamically. You have no idea when he's going to drastically change the tempo. All you can do is watch Stevie for the cues to the changes and play to the absolute edge of your extensive talent, skills, and experience.
I always get goosebumps with the line, "If I don't see you in this world..See ya in the next one..Don't be late" considering the two guys who made this song famous both met their ends way too prematurely.
My mom had a friend who was a bouncer at a place in Austin TX back in the day and told me Stevie Ray after a performance and the place closed would sit at the edge of the stage playing his guitar with a beer to his side and cigarette in his mouth. Said he played venues often before his fame and would leave him in awe with his talent and mentioned he was an all around down to earth guy.
The best way to describe SRV's playing was stated by no less than Eric Clapton: "Whenever Stevie put on a guitar, he opened up a direct channel to God.". Perfectly stated.
An excellent cover of JimiHendrix's incomparable VoodooChile; thanx very much for this lovely reaction Aileen! The Hendrix estate is notorious for its overzealous policing of reactions here on YT, but I hope you'll have a chance to explore Jimi's oeuvre. I just rewatched the film of Jimi's performance at the original Woodstock festival ('69), and it reminded me of when I saw him at the LAForum in '68, when I was a mere 13 yrs young. That concert changed my life!
Janie really is something else. I got hit by the estate many years ago for a soundcheck of Steve playing Little Wing (his last known performance of the song in 1989). A damn soundcheck!!!
SRV was one of a kind. So glad you picked up on his greatness and his band. Together they were a force to be reckoned with. He definitely customized his own sound with the guitar setup he created. Gone way too soon. Awesome reaction Aileen, you're the best. btw, watching your birthday chat stream as I write this and congrats on your race win just a few minutes ago, hehe. Even though I am not a twitch user or a gamer, your streams are so fun and your interactions just might make me join 😊 Have a great day and happy belated birthday to you you fellow late august baby.
I was in Alpine Valley Wisc.August 26 ,1990 for Stevie Ray Vaughn's last show(Lineup: Local band, Robert Cray ,Stevie Ray Vaughn ,Headliner Eric Clapton .) After Eric Clapton finished an amazing two hour set the encore "Sweet Home Chicago" featured Eric Clapton Stevie Ray Vaughn ,Robert Cray ,Buddy Guy, Stevies' brother Jimmie Vaughn and Hubert Sumlin . My girlfriend and me cried all the way back to Ohio the next day after hearing the sad news . I am very grateful I was able to see him live at four separate venues including the first time in Dallas , Texas 1979 !
If only we could go back in time. I would try strongly to convince him to not get on that helicopter. Small conciliation but at least that imbecilic jackass pilot died too.
Beautiful. SRV was the man. Very nice, Aileen. Love ya and this channel. Thank you. Shoutout from this old, longhaired, hippy dude. I remember when we lost him. What a tragedy that the world will never get to know what his music could have evolved into. R.I.P. Stevie Ray Vaughan. Peace.
Tommy Shannon, his bass player, said that as good as Stevie was at playin' he even more beautiful as human being. Everybody liked Stevie and Most Loved him. ❤🔥 profound loss.
You’re on point about this sounding like more than a trio-SRV was so fluid moving between rhythm and lead that it felt like there were two players; and Double Trouble were exceptional. It reminds me how John Lennon referred to his favorite band the Everly Brothers as “the five Everly Brothers” even though there were just two of them. Their harmonies just seemed so rich that it couldn’t be just two people.
If you wanna hear more of his vocals check out life without you live at capital theater NJ 1985. Great seeing you get into this legend and appreciate how great he actually was. He was THE MAN in his time...absolute legend
It's never usually reacted to, but I'd rather she did the Nashville 1987 performance, which was a little less than a year after Stevie almost died and then finally got sober. Stevie's speech about drugs and alcohol is must watch/react!
The great thing about SRV is that he didn't use a lot of stompboxes or pedals. He has his Vox wah wah, Tube screamer and not many other effects some of the older Electro-Harmonix effects. His main tones came right out of his Fender Strat and Dumble Amps. Very expensive gear to buy and sound like him but at the time Dumble Amps didn't sell for over $75k and Strats were not that crazy expensive as today. The key to SRV is his hands and incredible talent. Cool reactions from you and I like that you pointed out the drums and the bass, Double Trouble was fantastic.
For years, while I was a musician in the Bay Area gigging all over the place, I tried and tried to play as well as SRV. It never happened. I became a bassist which gave me lots more work than I ever though possible. SRV and Jimi are what kept me in bands. Love SRV.
With the drums, yes, he was much more aggressive on this song. But what I liked in particular was how "tribal" the drums got, in that section that came after the mid-point of the song. He was breaking it down by moving from a straight-ride pattern to playing more of the Tom-Toms, along with Stevie's scratchy guitarwork. They all got into a more primal or tribal treatment of the song, at that point and it was freaking killer!
You can really tell Stevie and company were fully in tune with life and subsequently the music! People usually go for the early, drug and booze fueled days. But for me, 1989 and especially his last year on this earth, 1990, were Stevie's best years. His playing, his singing, his songwriting, all of it, were at their all time best!!!
Great reaction to great music! I'm so happy you listened and enjoyed SRV! I like the way you Groove it makes me groove and enjoy the vibe too! 😊 A SRV song with more vocals is crossfire. Thanks again, Luv ya Aileen ❤💛
If you happen to find yourself in Austin for SXSW, ACL, or whatever, check out the Stevie Ray Vaughn memorial statue on Town Lake. For those of us growing up in Austin right after his death, he took on near mystical status.
Aileen, if want to experience an emotional ride with SRV, I suggest you check out "Life Without You" - live at the Capitol Theater. What a sweet song, with a wonderful spoken message during the performance. Also, you get to hear a softer, more sensuous side to his vocals....I think you'll love it.
I think she needs to do the Nashville 1987 performance. Him talking about almost dying because of drugs and alcohol will be an eye opener. The ability to open up like that in front of thousands is something that will get to ya!
Also check out: Rude Mood from 82 Montreaux Festival Tin Pan Alley from 85 Montreaux Festival Lenny from el Mocambo Little Wing from El Mocambo Leave my Little Girl Alone from Austin City Limits 89 Couldn't Stand the Weather from Austin City Limits 89 Riviera Paradise from Austin City Limits 89 Stevie got clean and sober in 1986 and through 12 step recovery and his faith he maintained his sobriety until his untimely death in 1990.
Great reaction again! So amazing to see also is that his right hand is constantly adjusting the volume and tone knobs, especially after the first solo which sounds a bit “sharp”. You can actually hear that the guitar tone is much smoother after his adjustments. So besides playing a very fast song, he’s constantly thinking if he’s producing the best sound. Stevie truly was one of the greats….
Great reaction! Suggestion- stevie ray vaughan, "life without you" live capitol theatre 1985. This is a must watch! He has more tricks on the guitar and You also learn something about his character and who he was as a person in this... Peace 🤘🏻
Stevie Ray Vaughan was beyond amazing he was the true G-O-A-T, he had talent that we will never see again in our life time. Stevie started playing guitar at the age of 7 when his brother Jimmie Vaughan who is 3 yrs older then Stevie got an electric guitar that Stevie fell in love with and would play it whenever Jimmie left the house. On Stevie's 7th birthday he got a toy guitar and on that TOY GUITAR he learned to play Wine Wine Wine and Thunderbird by The Night Caps. Stevie joined a band when he was 10 yrs old called Krackerjack along with basses for Double Trouble Tommy Shannon, their first gig was at a roller rink so Jimmie gave Stevie his electric guitar, Stevie had that guitar and used it occasionally until his death. Jimmie is a great guitarist In his own right, he had a band called The Fabulous Thunderbirds and still plays today. Stevie started a band in 1977 called The Triple Threat Reuve, he had a female singer named Lou Ann Barton, Chris Layton the drummer for Double Trouble joined The Triple Threat Reuve on September 10,1978 and was with Stevie until his death. On November 24,1979 Lou Ann Barton left Triple Threat Reuve with and Stevie replaced her on vocals, in 1980 Stevie Ray changed the name to Double Trouble, Tommy Shannon joined Double Trouble on June 23,1981 and Reese Wynans joined Double Trouble on June 7,1985 on keys. Stevie Ray's career only span 7 yrs but he accomplished so much and got many awards, starting with his album Texas Flood that was released June 13,1983 that album put him on the map and Stevie became a big Blues artists that every old and newer Blues artist loved and respected on December 13, 1983 Austin City Limits video, this video you're watching was voted Guitar Player Magazine's Best New Talent, Best Electric Blues Guitar Player and Best Guitar Album with Texas Flood, Stevie Ray and Jeff Beck are the only 2 Triple Award Guitarist in history. On November 18,1984 Stevie won a W.C.Handy National Blues Award, Entertainer Of The Year and Instermental Of The Year, Stevie was the only white man to win either. In 1982 Stevie was the first musician to be inducted into The Austin Music Hall Of Fame, in 2000 Stevie was inducted into The Blues Hall Of Fame and in 2015 he was inducted into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. Stevie won 6 Grammys, 10 Austin Music Awards, 5 W.C.Handy Awards and many others but sadly Stevie never got to enjoy a #1 hit until 2 months after his death with a song called Crossfire. On August 26, 1990 Stevie Ray flew to East Troy Wisconsin to open 2 shows for Eric Clapton along with Robert Clay, Buddy Guy and his brother Jimmie Vaughan, Stevie came down from his hotel room and told Jimmie and the band he had a weird dream that he died, he was looking down at all these people crying, he said it was weird but he felt at peace. On August 27,1990 after Eric Clapton finish his last show Stevie Ray, Buddy Guy, Robert Clay and Stevie's brother Jimmie came on stage and the last song Stevie Ray ever performed was Sweet Home Chicago by Robert Johnson. On August 27,1990 Stevie boarded a helicopter that crashed into the side of a mountain right after takeoff and everyone on board were killed instantly. The pilot had just failed his test on using the gages for that helicopter, he never flew that helicopter and he never flew at night. You're right on point when you say he is sadly missed every day, this show was recorded only 10 months before his death and it breaks my heart sometimes watching his videos but happy to enjoy watching him at the same time. Great reaction.
I always shy away from 'the best' or 'the greatest' labels on artists. Each performer has their own magic, their own soul they imbue into their gift. Stevie is one of the greatest guitar players ever to have graced our sad universe. He brought his talent into our lives for just a short time, too short but we are grateful for what he gave us. I listened to Jimi Hendrix long before I heard of Stevie and thought that there could never be anyone good enough to stand next to him. But as I became familiar with Stevie's gift, I realized that the spirit of Jimi Hendrix smiled on Stevie from the beginning. Imagine right now, in Rock and Roll Heaven, Jimi and Stevie jamming together for the angels. Lucky goddamn angels! Wonderful reaction, Aileen. I am enjoying your venture into the world of Stevie Ray Vaughn. As you travel into his music, you will lose your mind but nourish your soul. Blessings!
I love your reactions to Stevie Ray Vaughan. I find it interesting that you mentioned it sounded like the guitar was singing in paragraphs, because BB King said that when he played, he played in sentences, but when Stevie played, he played in paragraphs. The music just seemed to pour out of him. Eric Clapton, and others said that it was like he was an open channel that the music just flowed through. I will continue to watch for more SRV reactions from you. A couple of suggestions are “ain’t gonna give up on love“ from the Daytona Beach concert and also “tin Pan Alley“ with Johnny Copeland. You will definitely get more of his vocals with those two songs. Stevie Ray Vaughan was a once in a generation talent, and there are those who will imitate him, but no one can truly even come close to his musical genius.
Love the SRV reactions! You definitely should react to Life Without You - Live in Passaic, NJ, 1985. It’s a real tearjerker especially if you do your research on the song.
Stevie Ray along with Chris Leyton (drummer) aand Tommy Shannon (bassist) were Double Trouble. As always, so much fun watching you react to greatness. As we say in Texas; y'all be safe.
Have you reacted to any Jimi Hendrix? I didn't see any on the channel. Jimi's woodstock performance of the Star Spangled Banner is an amazing piece of music history. Other great places to start would be Foxey Lady, The Wind Cries Mary, Purple Haze, Fire, or check out how Jimi covered Bob Dylan's All Along The Watchtower. On that last one Dylan said that was Jimi's song now after hearing it played his way. Another couple personal favorites is also Jimi's Burning Of The Midnight Lamp, Hey Joe, Machine Gun, Little Wing, and Red House.
Stevie is a legend and ANYTHING from his catalog will not disappoint 😊 Check out Jeff Healey's "See The Light" from Night Music 🔥 Jeff was a blind blues/jazz guitarist looked up to by his heros, Stevie included. He had Dr. John on piano, Marcus Miller on bass, and Omar Hakim on drums,quite possibly one of the best ever assembled. ✌️❤️🇨🇦
Those guitar sounds that Jimi Hendrix brought to us and that Stevie is thrilling us with here……the incredible bends, the wa wa peddle, the distortion…..those are my favorite sounds in Rock. Goosebumps even after 55 years.
Yes, his playing can be very sexy at times, especially the way he bends and holds those notes at the end of this song, almost makes you reach for a cigarette afterwards!
I'm 51yrs old. I just entered the workforce when SRV died. The reason I can be specific, is that I worked for a few weeks, fresh out of high school, in a music chain that's long since gone defunct; Our Price, in Scotland. My first day, SRV was played back to back. I'd never heard of him before this. He blew my mind. I became an instant fan. The reason he was being played, was that he'd just died. RIP. As a self taught guitar player, I can appreciate the craft, even when I can't get close to it. SRV plays with HEAVY gauge strings. His style is very attack focussed. I saw an interview with Flea from the Red Hot Chilli Peppers, saying that "punk" isn't a style of music, it's a state of playing. It's when you attack each note as if it's your last. SRV, by this definition, is punk AF.
There are so many Texas guitarists to explore going back to the very beginning of recording Blind Lemon Jefferson, Lightnin’ Hopkins, T-Bone Walker, Charlie Christian, Albert Collins, Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown, Johnny “Guitar” Watson, Freddie King, Willie Nelson, Buddy Holly, Johnny Winter, Steve Miller, Stephen Stills, Billy Gibbons and Stevie’s brother Jimmie Vaughan. Many more.
So glad you recognized the drums and bass on this one. Stevie set a quick tempo and those guys just buckled up and said let’s go. All of them went totally hard on this performance. Another great choice and perfect reaction!
Stevie's technical proficiency was on point, in this performance. I'll repeat my statement that, you should watch the video at the El Macombo of "Third Stone From the Sun."
You should know, Stevie and the entire Double Trouble band were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2015, including Chris Layton (drums), Tommy Shannon (bass) and Reese Wynans (keyboards). Reese came along later, to make them a four-piece, and he was a ridiculous talent himself. Yeah, they were a very talented band.
Check out early Stevie’s 1982 Montreux Jazz Festival performance, Dirty Pool. It was before they even had a record contract. Amazing soulful gritty blues. One of my personal favorites that for some odd reason seems to not get as much play.
Another awesome reaction as always. One thing about SRV I can always appreciate (the Grateful Dead did this too), but he wanted each of his performances to be slightly different than the next. I wasn't fortunate enough to catch him live before his passing, but I've heard from my friends and family members who did attend were blown away if they attended multiple performances by how versatile he was. Here's some of my personal SRV faves with a mix of vocals and guitar work: -Pride and Joy -Little Wing (Originally by Jimi Hendrix) -Empty Arms -Life By The Drop -Riviera Paradise -Tin Pan Alley -Tell Me There's a lot he's done, and I can't wait to see more!
Hey Aileen ❤ I've got a couple that I know you're gonna love 💕 You were wanting to hear more of the sultry bluesy side of Steve's vocals, check out "Cold Shot!!" It's one of my favorites and I'm gonna go ahead and say it again, If you wanna hear a softer dreamier side that as you said doesn't even need "human" vocals, you've gotta do "Riviera Paradise!!!" Make sure it's the live version from 1989! He steps up to the mike at the beginning and says, "This goes out to all those who are still suffering in any way." and then he commences to take you to another place 😌 without saying anything. He didn't need to ❤🎸🙏
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I got to see Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble back in the late 80s. It was an incredible show! After the show, I and the other people I was with went to the back of the venue where the tour buses were at. We saw Stevie exit the building and got his autograph on our tickets. He was exhausted (no surprise because he performed with high energy) and went to the tour bus. A little later Tommy Shannon, his bassist, exited the building and we called for his attention. He was so cool! Nobody else was hanging around besides us so he stayed and we all talked about music for like 30 minutes with him and had a great time. It was one of the most memorable experiences I've ever had!
I agree with you on the bassist and drummer of Double Trouble being amazing musicians. Hard for amazing musicians like Chris Layton and Tommy Shannon being noticed when you play with Stevie Ray Vaughan haha. They wouldn't go unnoticed in any other band (haha). As for the song, this is a perfect example of why I prefer SRV over Jimmy Hendrix. SRV's rendition of this song just seems cleaner and more cohesive than Hendrix's original version. SRV talked many times in interviews how much he respected Jimmy Hendrix. The entire "Live at Austin City Limits" concert was amazing!
Hello. I have once watched a short documentary about Les Paul 's beginning of his company. I dont precisely remember the year but it had been reported by one of his employees that when they started packing up the first guitars made, one of Les' helpers asked/told him: "Les, shouldn't we put some instructions in each box?"....Les replied, " no, I don't think so, they are gonna figure it out!"......well Les, if it makes you feel good wherever you are now, they DID!
SRV’s band was “Double Trouble”. Chris “Whipper” Layton - Drums Tommy Shannon - Bass Reese Wynans - Piano/Keyboards Must listen SRV: Cold Shot Life By The Drop Tightrope Crossfire Love Struck Baby Mary Had A Little Lamb Dirty Pool Empty Arms Boot Hill The Sky Is Crying Little Wing (Jimi Hendrix cover) Superstition (Stevie Wonder cover)
Ms,i can see you attending a gig like this back in the day and having the time of your life!My father’s generation was blessed to live and grow in a great era of music!
What a great reaction! I love Aileen's analysis and her musical knowledge comes through on her review of SRV. Considering SRV had no formal training and could not read a note of music, makes this even more impressive!! 10 out of 10 on the rection!!!
I live in Blanco, TX about 50 miles SE of Austin and Jimmie Vaughan lives here. He is a really nice guy and a hell of a guitar player too. Not as good as Stevie, and he acknowledges that. There will be only be 1 SRV. A true Texas legend! 33 years later and Stevie is still dearly missed..🎸🔥🎸🎶🔥
So happy that you love Stevie Ray as much as we do. He's a straight up demi god here in Texas, and we've even got a statue of him in Austin. If you're ever in Texas, you should check out his statue and then go to Antones, where he frequently played, and listen to some good music. Stevie Ray actually used to sleep on the pool tables after closing time on occasion. Just Search everything Stevie Ray on RUclips and watch it. It's all good, and you can't go wrong with anything he ever did. He has multiple performances of the same songs, and each one is uniquely different. Here's a short list: 1. Look at Little Sister. 2 versions. 1 is with Jeff Healey-WOW!!!!! Watch both versions though. 2. Pride andJoy 3. Life WithoutYou 4. Life By the Drop. 5. Voodoo Child- at least 4 versions out there. Every one is incredible. 6. Lenny- This is pretty much an instrumental that he wrote in tribute to his wife/ex wife, Lenora, who he called Lenny. 7.Soundcheck- Yep. There's actually a video, albeit low quality, where he's doing a should check. He's just waking up, walks out onto the stage in a Cheetah duster, that he's wearing over his pajamas, has on a big cowboy hat and snake skin cowboy boots. He picks up his guitar, and you see the shit get real pretty quickly. As I stated, it's really old and poor quality, but definitely worth a watch. There are many, many more Stevie Ray songs to listen to, as I can't list them all here. Just watch anything and everything Stevie Ray. You will not be disappointed. 👌🤠🥳🎸💯💣💥
Stevie Ray was so cool, the way he dressed, his hat, cowboy boots, Southwest Indian style shirt or gypsy, jewelry and top all that off with him being a Guitar God, GOAT. No one to this day can out play him. He even surpassed Hendrix on Voodoo 'Chile'.
The drums are also a representation of Jimi Hendrix. Voodoo Child was on an earlier album, but a live version was released with Mitch Mitchel on drums. This feels more like a Double Trouble showing him some love as well. I always thought Mitch was such a great drummer. I love his playing in Fire.
Aileen, there are so many GREAT songs that Stevie has done where his lyrics and singing are in the forefront! That is, his guitar playing is always a part of the mix but whereas this song was a lot more "jammy", many of his other songs are a better mix of singing and guitar. You will LOVE his catalogue! Keep going!
If you haven’t already, may I suggest the last composition taken from his final album release, while alive. From “In Step,” it’s called “Riviera Paradise.” The LP version is remarkable but his last live appearance on Austin City Limits is a must. Love the channel Aileen, and the enjoyment you bring. Regards 😉
The bass player is Tommy Shannon, who early played with Johonny and Edgar Winters. There is a video on YT of them doing the song "Tobacco Road" with Tommy on bass.
Like all the great guitarists and bassists, every note SRV played sounds...right. Not just musically correct but artistically right. Emotionally connected to the man. Sublime.
Stevie Ray Vaughan at Austin City Limits. I have this whole video. It is great. I think it is in the song ...Look at Little Sister ... that he breaks a string. The switch of guitars is so smooth that we viewed it many times without noticing that he finished playing with a different guitar.
Little fun fact about SRV and the pedal he's using . He went to Jimmy Hendrix Father and asked him if he could use his pedal to do his song with and Jimmy's father gave it to Stevie to keep.
That's incredible
I never heard that , cool
I'm not sure that's the way it happened. The version I've always heard, which is in his biography, an a couple of interviews, is that Jimi Hendrix gave one of his old pedals to a young Jimi Vaughan, who later gave it to his brother.
Double Trouble is probably the most under rated 3 piece band ever.... and later added Reese Wynans on keyboards...pure fire👊🔥
Seconding this. They are incredible. If it ever seems like they might have not shined so brightly, it's only because they stood next to the sun.
And Reese is still going strong with Joe Bonamassa. Just saw him last month. Incredible.
No doubt but Chris' 2 are right behind them. No disrespect to Dusty and Frank but it's a different animal playing behind sombody like Stevie and Chris.
If you like Double Trouble, you need to check out the ARC Angels. You might recognize a few of the members and the music is incredible!
Am a purist , I like the original SRV & double trouble 3 piece power trio.
You are the only one I've seen that realizes how great the drummer is.
Absoulutly,Chris is a badass.Tommy islayin down some sick bass as well.This is the best preformence of voodoo child they ever did.No other gig sounds this good. 1985 "Live at Austin City Limits is the name of the gig. I think Stevie breaks a string during "Look at little sister" as well.
There's a channel called MMBxMOB that also appreciates the drummer...just sayin'.
Chris "Whipper" Layton is a very underrated drummer, glad to see you show him some love. Great reaction as always!!!!
I mean, that rhythm section has to be damn good just to play with Stevie.
@@blytheguy7510DAMN good! And to think, Stevie said you know what, let's make it even better and add Reese Wynans!
Mitch Mitchell was such an integral part of the Jimi Hendrix Experience, it’s great to hear another fantastic drummer able to do justice to Stevie’s tributes to Jimi.
I agree. Layton was the best I’ve ever heard incorporating the Texas Shuffle beat into heavy blues. It fit perfectly. Not to mention the pure talent it took to play with Stevie’s 50 different ways to play every song live!Chris and Tommy are both phenomenal musicians ❤⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Can you imagine trying to play an hour long set with Stevie? You have no set list. You have no idea what songs Stevie might choose to play. You have no idea in what unique ways he's going to play every single song on the setlist. You have no idea when he's going to suddenly drop dynamically. You have no idea when he's going to drastically change the tempo.
All you can do is watch Stevie for the cues to the changes and play to the absolute edge of your extensive talent, skills, and experience.
I always get goosebumps with the line, "If I don't see you in this world..See ya in the next one..Don't be late" considering the two guys who made this song famous both met their ends way too prematurely.
Indeed a point lost by most reactors out there. 😢
So sad for both
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Pride and joy has good vocals
Imagine the duo they got going up there 🔥🔥🔥
My mom had a friend who was a bouncer at a place in Austin TX back in the day and told me Stevie Ray after a performance and the place closed would sit at the edge of the stage playing his guitar with a beer to his side and cigarette in his mouth. Said he played venues often before his fame and would leave him in awe with his talent and mentioned he was an all around down to earth guy.
Tommy Shannon was also a PHENOMENAL bass player and when they added Reese Wynans on keys it took their sound up a notch to say the least.
The best way to describe SRV's playing was stated by no less than Eric Clapton: "Whenever Stevie put on a guitar, he opened up a direct channel to God.".
Perfectly stated.
An excellent cover of JimiHendrix's incomparable VoodooChile; thanx very much for this lovely reaction Aileen!
The Hendrix estate is notorious for its overzealous policing of reactions here on YT, but I hope you'll have a chance to explore Jimi's oeuvre.
I just rewatched the film of Jimi's performance at the original Woodstock festival ('69), and it reminded me of when I saw him at the LAForum in '68, when I was a mere 13 yrs young. That concert changed my life!
Yes - Reaction not required - but checking the source material is always welcome.
Janie really is something else. I got hit by the estate many years ago for a soundcheck of Steve playing Little Wing (his last known performance of the song in 1989). A damn soundcheck!!!
SRV was one of a kind. So glad you picked up on his greatness and his band. Together they were a force to be reckoned with. He definitely customized his own sound with the guitar setup he created. Gone way too soon.
Awesome reaction Aileen, you're the best.
btw, watching your birthday chat stream as I write this and congrats on your race win just a few minutes ago, hehe. Even though I am not a twitch user or a gamer, your streams are so fun and your interactions just might make me join 😊 Have a great day and happy belated birthday to you you fellow late august baby.
I was in Alpine Valley Wisc.August 26 ,1990 for Stevie Ray Vaughn's last show(Lineup: Local band, Robert Cray ,Stevie Ray Vaughn ,Headliner Eric Clapton .) After Eric Clapton finished an amazing two hour set the encore "Sweet Home Chicago" featured Eric Clapton Stevie Ray Vaughn ,Robert Cray ,Buddy Guy, Stevies' brother Jimmie Vaughn and Hubert Sumlin .
My girlfriend and me cried all the way back to Ohio the next day after hearing the sad news . I am very grateful I was able to see him live at four separate venues including the first time in Dallas , Texas 1979 !
If only we could go back in time. I would try strongly to convince him to not get on that helicopter. Small conciliation but at least that imbecilic jackass pilot died too.
Beautiful. SRV was the man. Very nice, Aileen. Love ya and this channel. Thank you. Shoutout from this old, longhaired, hippy dude. I remember when we lost him. What a tragedy that the world will never get to know what his music could have evolved into. R.I.P. Stevie Ray Vaughan. Peace.
Tommy Shannon, his bass player, said that as good as Stevie was at playin' he even more beautiful as human being. Everybody liked Stevie and Most Loved him. ❤🔥 profound loss.
This entire show is amazing. I personally love Couldn’t Stand the Weather. Groovy. You can’t stop yourself from dancing, wiggling, moving however.
"The sky is crying" may get overplayed, but still a great tune.
This is the best srv voodoo child performance
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You’re on point about this sounding like more than a trio-SRV was so fluid moving between rhythm and lead that it felt like there were two players; and Double Trouble were exceptional. It reminds me how John Lennon referred to his favorite band the Everly Brothers as “the five Everly Brothers” even though there were just two of them. Their harmonies just seemed so rich that it couldn’t be just two people.
Oktaf Kanis - Come On, for the next reaction, thank you Aileen 🙏🏻
If you wanna hear more of his vocals check out life without you live at capital theater NJ 1985. Great seeing you get into this legend and appreciate how great he actually was. He was THE MAN in his time...absolute legend
It's never usually reacted to, but I'd rather she did the Nashville 1987 performance, which was a little less than a year after Stevie almost died and then finally got sober. Stevie's speech about drugs and alcohol is must watch/react!
@@csi2448the whole show in Nashville was awesome, especially the version of voodoo child at the end always makes me laugh 😃
The great thing about SRV is that he didn't use a lot of stompboxes or pedals. He has his Vox wah wah,
Tube screamer and not many other effects some of the older Electro-Harmonix effects. His main tones came right out of his Fender Strat and Dumble Amps. Very expensive gear to buy and sound like him but at the time
Dumble Amps didn't sell for over $75k and Strats were not that crazy expensive as today. The key to SRV is his
hands and incredible talent. Cool reactions from you and I like that you pointed out the drums and the bass,
Double Trouble was fantastic.
For years, while I was a musician in the Bay Area gigging all over the place, I tried and tried to play as well as SRV. It never happened. I became a bassist which gave me lots more work than I ever though possible. SRV and Jimi are what kept me in bands. Love SRV.
I recommend to Oktaf Kanis - Come On, thanks Aileen 😊
With the drums, yes, he was much more aggressive on this song. But what I liked in particular was how "tribal" the drums got, in that section that came after the mid-point of the song. He was breaking it down by moving from a straight-ride pattern to playing more of the Tom-Toms, along with Stevie's scratchy guitarwork. They all got into a more primal or tribal treatment of the song, at that point and it was freaking killer!
You can really tell Stevie and company were fully in tune with life and subsequently the music! People usually go for the early, drug and booze fueled days. But for me, 1989 and especially his last year on this earth, 1990, were Stevie's best years. His playing, his singing, his songwriting, all of it, were at their all time best!!!
Great reaction to great music! I'm so happy you listened and enjoyed SRV! I like the way you Groove it makes me groove and enjoy the vibe too! 😊 A SRV song with more vocals is crossfire. Thanks again, Luv ya Aileen ❤💛
Aileen I need you to do a reaction for 'Oktaf Kanis - Come On' thank you!
If you happen to find yourself in Austin for SXSW, ACL, or whatever, check out the Stevie Ray Vaughn memorial statue on Town Lake. For those of us growing up in Austin right after his death, he took on near mystical status.
Aileen, if want to experience an emotional ride with SRV, I suggest you check out "Life Without You" - live at the Capitol Theater. What a sweet song, with a wonderful spoken message during the performance. Also, you get to hear a softer, more sensuous side to his vocals....I think you'll love it.
I think she needs to do the Nashville 1987 performance. Him talking about almost dying because of drugs and alcohol will be an eye opener. The ability to open up like that in front of thousands is something that will get to ya!
You must do 'Come On' from Oktaf Kanis 💕
Also check out:
Rude Mood from 82 Montreaux Festival
Tin Pan Alley from 85 Montreaux Festival
Lenny from el Mocambo
Little Wing from El Mocambo
Leave my Little Girl Alone from Austin City Limits 89
Couldn't Stand the Weather from Austin City Limits 89
Riviera Paradise from Austin City Limits 89
Stevie got clean and sober in 1986 and through 12 step recovery and his faith he maintained his sobriety until his untimely death in 1990.
I couldn’t agree with you more!!! 👍👍
Now you are talking! Such an awesome song, and such an awesome version. Enjoy!
Great reaction again! So amazing to see also is that his right hand is constantly adjusting the volume and tone knobs, especially after the first solo which sounds a bit “sharp”. You can actually hear that the guitar tone is much smoother after his adjustments. So besides playing a very fast song, he’s constantly thinking if he’s producing the best sound. Stevie truly was one of the greats….
Great reaction! Suggestion- stevie ray vaughan, "life without you" live capitol theatre 1985. This is a must watch! He has more tricks on the guitar and You also learn something about his character and who he was as a person in this... Peace 🤘🏻
The most heart-felt performance!!!
Jimi was an inspiration to Stevie. I love both versions but Stevie's has so much soul in it!
It's like a Ferrari and a Lamborghini
Love your reaction Aileen! Next do a reaction to 'Oktaf Kanis - Come On' thanks!
Sometimes the Universe shows the meaning of perfection and SRV is one example . 🤘RIP
Aileen, you should do COME ON by Oktaf Kanis, thank you 🙌🏻
'Come On' from Oktaf Kanis, for your next reaction Aileen 💕
As a Bass player myself I love it when you mention & appreciate the Bass players ❤
Great reaction! The Drums and Bass are laying it down hard for this whole song so Stevie can surf on it.
Amazing reaction! Next you should do a reaction to 'Come On' by Oktaf Kanis, thanks Aileen!
Stevie Ray Vaughan was beyond amazing he was the true G-O-A-T, he had talent that we will never see again in our life time. Stevie started playing guitar at the age of 7 when his brother Jimmie Vaughan who is 3 yrs older then Stevie got an electric guitar that Stevie fell in love with and would play it whenever Jimmie left the house. On Stevie's 7th birthday he got a toy guitar and on that TOY GUITAR he learned to play Wine Wine Wine and Thunderbird by The Night Caps. Stevie joined a band when he was 10 yrs old called Krackerjack along with basses for Double Trouble Tommy Shannon, their first gig was at a roller rink so Jimmie gave Stevie his electric guitar, Stevie had that guitar and used it occasionally until his death. Jimmie is a great guitarist In his own right, he had a band called The Fabulous Thunderbirds and still plays today. Stevie started a band in 1977 called The Triple Threat Reuve, he had a female singer named Lou Ann Barton, Chris Layton the drummer for Double Trouble joined The Triple Threat Reuve on September 10,1978 and was with Stevie until his death. On November 24,1979 Lou Ann Barton left Triple Threat Reuve with and Stevie replaced her on vocals, in 1980 Stevie Ray changed the name to Double Trouble, Tommy Shannon joined Double Trouble on June 23,1981 and Reese Wynans joined Double Trouble on June 7,1985 on keys. Stevie Ray's career only span 7 yrs but he accomplished so much and got many awards, starting with his album Texas Flood that was released June 13,1983 that album put him on the map and Stevie became a big Blues artists that every old and newer Blues artist loved and respected on December 13, 1983 Austin City Limits video, this video you're watching was voted Guitar Player Magazine's Best New Talent, Best Electric Blues Guitar Player and Best Guitar Album with Texas Flood, Stevie Ray and Jeff Beck are the only 2 Triple Award Guitarist in history. On November 18,1984 Stevie won a W.C.Handy National Blues Award, Entertainer Of The Year and Instermental Of The Year, Stevie was the only white man to win either. In 1982 Stevie was the first musician to be inducted into The Austin Music Hall Of Fame, in 2000 Stevie was inducted into The Blues Hall Of Fame and in 2015 he was inducted into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. Stevie won 6 Grammys, 10 Austin Music Awards, 5 W.C.Handy Awards and many others but sadly Stevie never got to enjoy a #1 hit until 2 months after his death with a song called Crossfire. On August 26, 1990 Stevie Ray flew to East Troy Wisconsin to open 2 shows for Eric Clapton along with Robert Clay, Buddy Guy and his brother Jimmie Vaughan, Stevie came down from his hotel room and told Jimmie and the band he had a weird dream that he died, he was looking down at all these people crying, he said it was weird but he felt at peace. On August 27,1990 after Eric Clapton finish his last show Stevie Ray, Buddy Guy, Robert Clay and Stevie's brother Jimmie came on stage and the last song Stevie Ray ever performed was Sweet Home Chicago by Robert Johnson. On August 27,1990 Stevie boarded a helicopter that crashed into the side of a mountain right after takeoff and everyone on board were killed instantly. The pilot had just failed his test on using the gages for that helicopter, he never flew that helicopter and he never flew at night. You're right on point when you say he is sadly missed every day, this show was recorded only 10 months before his death and it breaks my heart sometimes watching his videos but happy to enjoy watching him at the same time. Great reaction.
Nope sorry Jimi was and is the first and only goat ever Jimi showed all these guys how it was done they followed.
@@jameskillough3376 Jimi wpuld be nodding in approval, saying "Good on you, man"
I always shy away from 'the best' or 'the greatest' labels on artists. Each performer has their own magic, their own soul they imbue into their gift. Stevie is one of the greatest guitar players ever to have graced our sad universe. He brought his talent into our lives for just a short time, too short but we are grateful for what he gave us. I listened to Jimi Hendrix long before I heard of Stevie and thought that there could never be anyone good enough to stand next to him. But as I became familiar with Stevie's gift, I realized that the spirit of Jimi Hendrix smiled on Stevie from the beginning. Imagine right now, in Rock and Roll Heaven, Jimi and Stevie jamming together for the angels. Lucky goddamn angels! Wonderful reaction, Aileen. I am enjoying your venture into the world of Stevie Ray Vaughn. As you travel into his music, you will lose your mind but nourish your soul. Blessings!
I love your reactions to Stevie Ray Vaughan. I find it interesting that you mentioned it sounded like the guitar was singing in paragraphs, because BB King said that when he played, he played in sentences, but when Stevie played, he played in paragraphs. The music just seemed to pour out of him. Eric Clapton, and others said that it was like he was an open channel that the music just flowed through. I will continue to watch for more SRV reactions from you.
A couple of suggestions are “ain’t gonna give up on love“ from the Daytona Beach concert and also “tin Pan Alley“ with Johnny Copeland. You will definitely get more of his vocals with those two songs. Stevie Ray Vaughan was a once in a generation talent, and there are those who will imitate him, but no one can truly even come close to his musical genius.
Love the SRV reactions! You definitely should react to Life Without You - Live in Passaic, NJ, 1985. It’s a real tearjerker especially if you do your research on the song.
(Reaction Request) Oktaf Kanis - Come On 🔥
Great reaction Aileen, please do Stevie- Life Without You! It showcases his voice a little more.
Yessssss!❤
Stevie Ray along with Chris Leyton (drummer) aand Tommy Shannon (bassist) were Double Trouble.
As always, so much fun watching you react to greatness.
As we say in Texas; y'all be safe.
@@G-BUD_Budlong Of course.
Have you reacted to any Jimi Hendrix? I didn't see any on the channel. Jimi's woodstock performance of the Star Spangled Banner is an amazing piece of music history. Other great places to start would be Foxey Lady, The Wind Cries Mary, Purple Haze, Fire, or check out how Jimi covered Bob Dylan's All Along The Watchtower. On that last one Dylan said that was Jimi's song now after hearing it played his way. Another couple personal favorites is also Jimi's Burning Of The Midnight Lamp, Hey Joe, Machine Gun, Little Wing, and Red House.
Stevie and his brother Jimmie doing pipeline IS A MUST
Stevie is a legend and ANYTHING from his catalog will not disappoint 😊
Check out Jeff Healey's "See The Light" from Night Music 🔥 Jeff was a blind blues/jazz guitarist looked up to by his heros, Stevie included. He had Dr. John on piano, Marcus Miller on bass, and Omar Hakim on drums,quite possibly one of the best ever assembled.
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Those guitar sounds that Jimi Hendrix brought to us and that Stevie is thrilling us with here……the incredible bends, the wa wa peddle, the distortion…..those are my favorite sounds in Rock. Goosebumps even after 55 years.
Stevie Ray Vaughan is a f’ing LEGEND!!!!
SRV is a master and the whole band are great on this. Great Stuff!
I love Slash...but my God! When you see Stevie, and then you hear this song...Powerful!!!
Thanks gain for your awesome views on all this special music!
Oktaf Kanis - Come On, is a banger, you can try this Aileen 🔥
Hi Johanna, thanks for the request! I really like this song 🙌🏻🔥
@@manicmonday-3833 Welcome! Me too anyway 🔥
Yes, his playing can be very sexy at times, especially the way he bends and holds those notes at the end of this song, almost makes you reach for a cigarette afterwards!
I'm 51yrs old. I just entered the workforce when SRV died. The reason I can be specific, is that I worked for a few weeks, fresh out of high school, in a music chain that's long since gone defunct; Our Price, in Scotland. My first day, SRV was played back to back. I'd never heard of him before this. He blew my mind. I became an instant fan. The reason he was being played, was that he'd just died. RIP.
As a self taught guitar player, I can appreciate the craft, even when I can't get close to it. SRV plays with HEAVY gauge strings. His style is very attack focussed. I saw an interview with Flea from the Red Hot Chilli Peppers, saying that "punk" isn't a style of music, it's a state of playing. It's when you attack each note as if it's your last. SRV, by this definition, is punk AF.
There are so many Texas guitarists to explore going back to the very beginning of recording Blind Lemon Jefferson, Lightnin’ Hopkins, T-Bone Walker, Charlie Christian, Albert Collins, Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown, Johnny “Guitar” Watson, Freddie King, Willie Nelson, Buddy Holly, Johnny Winter, Steve Miller, Stephen Stills, Billy Gibbons and Stevie’s brother Jimmie Vaughan. Many more.
So glad you recognized the drums and bass on this one. Stevie set a quick tempo and those guys just buckled up and said let’s go. All of them went totally hard on this performance. Another great choice and perfect reaction!
You gotta know your shit just to play with Stevie. Talented musicians all.
Stevie's technical proficiency was on point, in this performance. I'll repeat my statement that, you should watch the video at the El Macombo of "Third Stone From the Sun."
She'd have to start with 'Little Wing' and then do that right after!
Wow, you actually did it ❤❤❤
You should know, Stevie and the entire Double Trouble band were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2015, including Chris Layton (drums), Tommy Shannon (bass) and Reese Wynans (keyboards). Reese came along later, to make them a four-piece, and he was a ridiculous talent himself. Yeah, they were a very talented band.
Clapton said he was driving when he heard the man for the first time he had to pullover and knew he needed to find out who he was.
I think you hit the nail on the head saying the guitar was the 2nd vocalist !!! ❤❤❤❤❤
You described Stevie and his guitar better than anyone. He was one with it. Not just talented; divinely gifted. Stolen from us too soon. RIP SRV.
Top 5 guitarist of all time for me, just so talented and insane.
SRV plays so hard, it even makes YOU get guitar face just from listening. Unequaled, dark, dirty soul.
The only person I’ve ever heard to do justice to Mr Jimi !!
Had the opportunity to stand in the front row and watch Stevie perform this song when I was a kid back in the early '80s. Mind Blown.
Little wing, Studio version or live from el macombo is another great performance. Sounds like two guitars playing.
Stevie’s Bassist and drummer were known as Double Trouble. After Stevie died they became the Archangels
Check out early Stevie’s 1982 Montreux Jazz Festival performance, Dirty Pool. It was before they even had a record contract. Amazing soulful gritty blues. One of my personal favorites that for some odd reason seems to not get as much play.
Another awesome reaction as always. One thing about SRV I can always appreciate (the Grateful Dead did this too), but he wanted each of his performances to be slightly different than the next. I wasn't fortunate enough to catch him live before his passing, but I've heard from my friends and family members who did attend were blown away if they attended multiple performances by how versatile he was.
Here's some of my personal SRV faves with a mix of vocals and guitar work:
-Pride and Joy
-Little Wing (Originally by Jimi Hendrix)
-Empty Arms
-Life By The Drop
-Riviera Paradise
-Tin Pan Alley
-Tell Me
There's a lot he's done, and I can't wait to see more!
Hey Aileen ❤ I've got a couple that I know you're gonna love 💕 You were wanting to hear more of the sultry bluesy side of Steve's vocals, check out "Cold Shot!!" It's one of my favorites and I'm gonna go ahead and say it again, If you wanna hear a softer dreamier side that as you said doesn't even need "human" vocals, you've gotta do "Riviera Paradise!!!" Make sure it's the live version from 1989! He steps up to the mike at the beginning and says, "This goes out to all those who are still suffering in any way." and then he commences to take you to another place 😌 without saying anything. He didn't need to ❤🎸🙏
Hey 🤗 Aileen, Thank you for ❤️ That's so sweet of you 😘 I'm actually sitting here trying to learn how to navigate my new phone 🤳🤯🤣 Wish me luck 🤞 That's why I don't have my usual picture and my other username up there! Haven't gotten to that yet 😅 but I'm the guy with that 20 somethin year old picture with me and a guitar I used to have. You might remember seeing my name from the messages I've sent from my other phone. It's Joel Martin. But like I said, I've yet to figure this one out yet but I have faith 👍 Much Love 💕 to You Babe❤️🙋Play my songs!! You won't regret it!!!🤗
I was speeding from twitch here and I got a speeding ticket but oh well I rather not miss a vid 😂😂❤
I got to see Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble back in the late 80s. It was an incredible show! After the show, I and the other people I was with went to the back of the venue where the tour buses were at. We saw Stevie exit the building and got his autograph on our tickets. He was exhausted (no surprise because he performed with high energy) and went to the tour bus. A little later Tommy Shannon, his bassist, exited the building and we called for his attention. He was so cool! Nobody else was hanging around besides us so he stayed and we all talked about music for like 30 minutes with him and had a great time. It was one of the most memorable experiences I've ever had!
🔥🎸For more of his voice, "Life Without You" 9/21/85 at the Capitol Theater. ❤ 🎸
I agree with you on the bassist and drummer of Double Trouble being amazing musicians. Hard for amazing musicians like Chris Layton and Tommy Shannon being noticed when you play with Stevie Ray Vaughan haha. They wouldn't go unnoticed in any other band (haha). As for the song, this is a perfect example of why I prefer SRV over Jimmy Hendrix. SRV's rendition of this song just seems cleaner and more cohesive than Hendrix's original version. SRV talked many times in interviews how much he respected Jimmy Hendrix. The entire "Live at Austin City Limits" concert was amazing!
Hello. I have once watched a short documentary about Les Paul 's beginning of his company. I dont precisely remember the year but it had been reported by one of his employees that when they started packing up the first guitars made, one of Les' helpers asked/told him: "Les, shouldn't we put some instructions in each box?"....Les replied, " no, I don't think so, they are gonna figure it out!"......well Les, if it makes you feel good wherever you are now, they DID!
SRV’s band was “Double Trouble”.
Chris “Whipper” Layton - Drums
Tommy Shannon - Bass
Reese Wynans - Piano/Keyboards
Must listen SRV:
Cold Shot
Life By The Drop
Tightrope
Crossfire
Love Struck Baby
Mary Had A Little Lamb
Dirty Pool
Empty Arms
Boot Hill
The Sky Is Crying
Little Wing (Jimi Hendrix cover)
Superstition (Stevie Wonder cover)
Ms,i can see you attending a gig like this back in the day and having the time of your life!My father’s generation was blessed to live and grow in a great era of music!
What a great reaction! I love Aileen's analysis and her musical knowledge comes through on her review of SRV. Considering SRV had no formal training and could not read a note of music, makes this even more impressive!! 10 out of 10 on the rection!!!
I live in Blanco, TX about 50 miles SE of Austin and Jimmie Vaughan lives here. He is a really nice guy and a hell of a guitar player too. Not as good as Stevie, and he acknowledges that. There will be only be 1 SRV. A true Texas legend! 33 years later and Stevie is still dearly missed..🎸🔥🎸🎶🔥
Such a good song
Again!! Thank you for being one of the ones out there keeping the flame of some of the best music ever made burning!!! ❤ thank you
It was once said that Stevie was an open channel and the music just flowed through him
yes and it was none other than the great BB King that said that of Stevie!
So happy that you love Stevie Ray as much as we do. He's a straight up demi god here in Texas, and we've even got a statue of him in Austin. If you're ever in Texas, you should check out his statue and then go to Antones, where he frequently played, and listen to some good music. Stevie Ray actually used to sleep on the pool tables after closing time on occasion. Just Search everything Stevie Ray on RUclips and watch it. It's all good, and you can't go wrong with anything he ever did. He has multiple performances of the same songs, and each one is uniquely different. Here's a short list:
1. Look at Little Sister. 2 versions. 1 is with Jeff Healey-WOW!!!!! Watch both versions though.
2. Pride andJoy
3. Life WithoutYou
4. Life By the Drop.
5. Voodoo Child- at least 4 versions out there. Every one is incredible.
6. Lenny- This is pretty much an instrumental that he wrote in tribute to his wife/ex wife, Lenora, who he called Lenny.
7.Soundcheck- Yep. There's actually a video, albeit low quality, where he's doing a should check. He's just waking up, walks out onto the stage in a Cheetah duster, that he's wearing over his pajamas, has on a big cowboy hat and snake skin cowboy boots. He picks up his guitar, and you see the shit get real pretty quickly. As I stated, it's really old and poor quality, but definitely worth a watch.
There are many, many more Stevie Ray songs to listen to, as I can't list them all here. Just watch anything and everything Stevie Ray. You will not be disappointed. 👌🤠🥳🎸💯💣💥
Stevie Ray was so cool, the way he dressed, his hat, cowboy boots, Southwest Indian style shirt or gypsy, jewelry and top all that off with him being a Guitar God, GOAT. No one to this day can out play him. He even surpassed Hendrix on Voodoo 'Chile'.
The drums are also a representation of Jimi Hendrix. Voodoo Child was on an earlier album, but a live version was released with Mitch Mitchel on drums. This feels more like a Double Trouble showing him some love as well. I always thought Mitch was such a great drummer. I love his playing in Fire.
Aileen, there are so many GREAT songs that Stevie has done where his lyrics and singing are in the forefront! That is, his guitar playing is always a part of the mix but whereas this song was a lot more "jammy", many of his other songs are a better mix of singing and guitar. You will LOVE his catalogue! Keep going!
If you haven’t already, may I suggest the last composition taken from his final album release, while alive. From “In Step,” it’s called “Riviera Paradise.” The LP version is remarkable but his last live appearance on Austin City Limits is a must. Love the channel Aileen, and the enjoyment you bring. Regards 😉
The bass player is Tommy Shannon, who early played with Johonny and Edgar Winters. There is a video on YT of them doing the song "Tobacco Road" with Tommy on bass.
TOP TIER reaction + rare high level of knowledge.
Thank you for those things 👍🏼
I hope that you’re channel growd and grows.
Like all the great guitarists and bassists, every note SRV played sounds...right. Not just musically correct but artistically right. Emotionally connected to the man. Sublime.
Stevie left it all on stage he put his heart and soul to every performance truly one of a kind.
Awsome reaction! Can't go wrong with SRV. Rest in peace, Stevie. You have to react to "Life without you."
Rock on!
This is an apex performance at El Macombo in '83.....
Good on you praising the entire band! These guys had in tied down tight!
Little wing its my favorite, im a huge fan from hendrix, and little wing its a brillant tribute
Stevie Ray Vaughan at Austin City Limits. I have this whole video. It is great. I think it is in the song ...Look at Little Sister ... that he breaks a string. The switch of guitars is so smooth that we viewed it many times without noticing that he finished playing with a different guitar.
Good Call, I always feel like his guitar is telling the story. The guy was on another level.