You know there's this guitarist by the name of Tim Pierce who is a pretty damn good guitarist, and by watching his channel, I found out that he played guitar on a lot of songs that I actually enjoy. You should check him out!
Brent Mason is as good as it gets and has been for many years. I always appreciate that he is a regular participant in the annual Jerry Reed tribute in Nashville along with Tommy Emmanuel, my old friend Richard Smith and many others.
@@Miguel...160 agree 99%. Not 100% bc "best" depends on what you like. I've seen them on the same stage. is vanilla ice cream better than chocolate? Depends on what you like. Danny wasn't called "The Humbler" for nothing. In this same genre, Albert Lee is also right up there, and I'd have no argument is someone called him "best". I think that Danny had a broader range of styles than Brent. Not that Brent couldn't imitate them (Hell, I can passably fake classical and flamenco and swing to the ear of someone not trained in those), but additional styles came more naturally to Danny imo
First time I saw Andy play was at a little bar in Knoxville, TN about 20 years ago. He started playing and everyone stopped what they were doing, jaws were on the floor. Great player.
same. I had just moved to nashville and was visiting friends back in Knoxville and we went to a bar and he was the "band" in the back corner. after his set I introduced myself to him and exchanged numbers. told him I was working with Dann Huff (who happened to be his favorite guitar player), and then a few years later he was in nashville and touring with Rascal Flats as their guitar player. crazy small world
I have been around Andy for 5 years at the Woodshed Guitar Experience and with him on Patreon for 1.5 years. He is hands down the best teacher, coolest dude, gives so much of himself for others and incredible player! To see him up there w Eric Johnson, Andy Timmons, Joe bonamassa, Brent mason, Steve Morse, mark letteiri, etc and he shines! He is a wealth of knowledge but has a huge desire to keep growing and learning. He is a joy and blessing to world!
1) not enough people talk about the slow down feature on YT. 2) Andy’s interview on No Guitar Is Safe is fantastic. There are 3-4 jams with Jude Gold. They are so much fun. The very first one is right at the podcast intro. 3) I’m really happy to see this guy get more recognition. 👍🏼👍🏼
He does what you say, Tim: start with a simple melody, vary it a bit, then a burst of speed, return to the theme and conclude. Great guitar players. Great restraint. Both of you.
Back when I was a local venue audio engineer in Knoxville, TN I used to have the pleasure of working with Andy quite a lot. Watching his career evolve over the years has been awesome. He is genuinely one of the nicest guys I worked with and a hell of a musician. He used to rip up some Van Halen back in the day. He also kills it on mandolin. It's so awesome to see you profiling him. Thanks!
Andy is the read deal. He is a humble and incredible talent and deserves high praise for his work. Also he’s a huge EVH nut and does amazing instrumentals of VH songs.
I was blessed to find Andy and his Woodshed family during the crazy Covid year. I've been following him ever since and know he is one of the very best not only on his ax but as a human who just wants everyone to enjoy the short ride that we have here on earth. Thanks for the video Tim and thank you Andy for being you!
Tim, thanks for turning me on to Andy Wood. Just like you and Rick Beato you all in my world are probably the greatest players around. Not only do you play great but you’re all extraordinarily humble people. You’ve taken, your talent & wisdom, sharing it, with the masses. You are truly inspiring. It also shows that it’s not only the playing it’s the sound that comes from the heart & soul making the magic translate into music that we love. Andy’s absolutely brilliant and still has his feet on the ground. Thanks for the heads up. Keep on doing what you do!!! We love it.
I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! It's great to hear how much you resonate with Andy's talent. And thank you for the kind words about my channel and the work we are doing :)
I met Andy at the Guitar Center in Knoxville, TN in the mid 2000's and got to know him a little bit. He was an inhuman monster player even in his late teens / early 20's. We used to talk about where we were with our playing, what we'd been doing lately, etc. A couple weeks after Dream Theater's Live at Budokan came out he had already worked through the whole thing and played along with it note for note. However talented you think Andy is... he's better than that.
I think one of the most underrated insanely talented guitarists today is Uncle Larry. I mean he's not a spotlight name he's a session man but his presence online since Covid began is making his name for him.
I think he’s fantastic but he def lost me quite a bit recently when he was working with Kid Rock. He has bills to pay so if that’s why he did it I’d understand.
Tim, its so much fun watching your videos. I could be feeling so stale and then i watch your take on Andy Wood then i get back on the guitar. Hes such a refreshing, inspiring player
Andy is a Mandolin player that plays guitar. I first worked with him starting in 1996 when he was 15. He was a MONSTER back then, before he turned his attention to electric guitar.
Not only is he one of the best guitar players alive today, he's also one of the nicest and most humble dudes you'll meet, plus he's got excellent taste in cars. Great video Tim!
What I love most about Andy is that he can so effortlessly morph into any style and speed yet still keep that incredible feel and sweet tone. Some players overplay while Andy seems to always play just the right notes to captivate the ear.
I remember perfectly when I heard Steve Morse for the first time, near the beginning of his solo career. I was floored. The fluidity, the combination of artistry, compositional variation, actual song construction, and note selection to evoke emotion. I don't think I had ever heard a guitarist do that on a "guitar album". He wrote songs, that happened to be lead by guitar voices. I smiled widely when Andy played Steve to demonstrate how to play fast (and the difference in the mechanics). It never occurred to me that Steve played fast. I didn't care. I certainly didn't listen to him for that reason and I have no shortage of appreciation for technical skill. Sometimes these artists put all the pieces together in magical ways.
Andy Wood’s palpable enthusiasm, interest, and joy in his art is infectious. While naming anyone the best example in a world of brilliant examples is a dubious exercise, he is certainly an elegant and masterful practitioner of his art, fully realized and at the top of his game.
Just came back to watch this over again, This is such great video and I love how you take us on a journey trough the entire video. This is so well done!
Tim thanks for this video. I’d never heard of Andy and now I’m like “where has this guy been all my life?” Utterly impressed by the breadth and depth of his mastery in different styles, and his ability to connect. What a monster player!
Tim, Andy's great and I appreciate you highlighting him. I must say that I learn more from your channel even when it's not a teaching video. I'm going to go back and "like" more of the videos because sometimes us old-timers (64) forget. Keep up the great work.
Tim, Juilliard grad here. We ALWAYS went on stage to GIVE, never once thinking about what we would get. Appreciate you man, wish I could play guitar like you ...
Nick Johnston is the same - incredible ability but focuses on composition and beautiful guitar playing. I used to have the original Andy Wood Suhr - (black and silver one), lovely guitars - always wanted the whisky barrel one - it's so cool!. Andy's chickin' picking is incredible too. Great player
Kinda pokie on Tumeni then again so is Morse sorry but he’s alternate picking a pretty obvious sweeping lick (banjo rolls sound even better): FFS. Oh and btw Scottish classical guitarist David Russell is the best guitarist in the world right now
Tim, i love hearing about any guitarist that you like, no matter if they are fast, slow, complicated, sloppy, a one trick pony or a jack if all trades. So there is absolutely no need for you to also choose this RUclips path of viewing music as some kind of competition ;)
I'm subscribed for several years, Tim. Thanks for the great videos and for all the time you dedicate into giving your audience. Andy Wood is really good. Lots of feeling in his playing.
Hi Tim. I am an aspiring musician who has just asked my wife for your course for Christmas 🙏 I have just signed up to the 30 free lessons and I start tonight. Thank you so much for your music and more importantly your passion and willing to teach us. I have been trying for a while to find a guitar teacher and when I found your channel and did a deep dive, the one thing that got me hooked besides your incredible talent, is your smile when you play. Thank you and I can’t wait to learn from one of the best to ever do it. 🙏🤘
I got to see Andy a few years ago at a small club in Pickwick TN. There might have been 25 people there. He put on an absolute clinic along with some mostly local musicians that jammed with him. I was blown away. Andy is a bad boy on that guitar.
I follow Andy from the first days I play guitar, i.e., the last 8 years. He is one of few real super techniques with a unique view to guitar playing, IMHO ))
I cannot "like" this enough. Thanks for introducing me to another great player... but also a great musician. He is one who "gets" that it is the music and has the musicality as well as the chops to shred when the song calls for it. And he knows when that "when" is.
..."the stage as church....respecting your bandmates" - perfect reminder that being good, being great, isn't only about improving your chops. I'm always riding a wave of inspiration after experiencing your videos, Tim. Wow!
![Andy Wood At TPS [Playing Insights, Pedalboard Run-Through, Suhr Signature Guitar & Much More!]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/jcfi9zP0Phw/mqdefault.jpg)
Tim, your humble nature and incredible guitar playing is what makes us keep coming back.
Andy is getting the recognition he definitely deserves.
Tim Pierce is also in the running for best guitar player alive, Love the video, Thanks Tim.
I appreciate the kind words!
I totally agree.
You know there's this guitarist by the name of Tim Pierce who is a pretty damn good guitarist, and by watching his channel, I found out that he played guitar on a lot of songs that I actually enjoy. You should check him out!
Never heard of Andy Wood before…thanks for introducing me, Tim. Wow. 😮
Brent Mason is as good as it gets and has been for many years. I always appreciate that he is a regular participant in the annual Jerry Reed tribute in Nashville along with Tommy Emmanuel, my old friend Richard Smith and many others.
Brent is my childhood hero. Tele GOAT for sure
this is all a commercial.
@@andywoodmusicthat would be Danny Gatton imo but i love Brent Mason also ...
@@Miguel...160 agree 99%. Not 100% bc "best" depends on what you like. I've seen them on the same stage. is vanilla ice cream better than chocolate? Depends on what you like. Danny wasn't called "The Humbler" for nothing. In this same genre, Albert Lee is also right up there, and I'd have no argument is someone called him "best". I think that Danny had a broader range of styles than Brent. Not that Brent couldn't imitate them (Hell, I can passably fake classical and flamenco and swing to the ear of someone not trained in those), but additional styles came more naturally to Danny imo
First time I saw Andy play was at a little bar in Knoxville, TN about 20 years ago. He started playing and everyone stopped what they were doing, jaws were on the floor. Great player.
same. I had just moved to nashville and was visiting friends back in Knoxville and we went to a bar and he was the "band" in the back corner. after his set I introduced myself to him and exchanged numbers. told him I was working with Dann Huff (who happened to be his favorite guitar player), and then a few years later he was in nashville and touring with Rascal Flats as their guitar player. crazy small world
I have been around Andy for 5 years at the Woodshed Guitar Experience and with him on Patreon for 1.5 years. He is hands down the best teacher, coolest dude, gives so much of himself for others and incredible player! To see him up there w Eric Johnson, Andy Timmons, Joe bonamassa, Brent mason, Steve Morse, mark letteiri, etc and he shines! He is a wealth of knowledge but has a huge desire to keep growing and learning. He is a joy and blessing to world!
Much love brotha!
Tim = Class Act!
1) not enough people talk about the slow down feature on YT.
2) Andy’s interview on No Guitar Is Safe is fantastic. There are 3-4 jams with Jude Gold. They are so much fun. The very first one is right at the podcast intro.
3) I’m really happy to see this guy get more recognition.
👍🏼👍🏼
He does what you say, Tim: start with a simple melody, vary it a bit, then a burst of speed, return to the theme and conclude. Great guitar players. Great restraint. Both of you.
Thanks Andy and Tim. Good luck to all entering the pedal contest.
Back when I was a local venue audio engineer in Knoxville, TN I used to have the pleasure of working with Andy quite a lot. Watching his career evolve over the years has been awesome. He is genuinely one of the nicest guys I worked with and a hell of a musician. He used to rip up some Van Halen back in the day. He also kills it on mandolin. It's so awesome to see you profiling him. Thanks!
That practicing it and polishing it at speed is about the best tip I've ever heard.
Yeah, me too :)
I loved that he used "Too Many Notes" by the Steve Morse band to illustrate this fact..! And he nailed that the part of it he highlighted.
Shawn lane said the same thing
Thank You Tim, I was unaware’s of Andy Wood. Downloading his albums now. Thanks Andy too. Keep it coming!
Awesome, Tim! Andy is the man. Stoked to see his star on the rise!
Cool to always see such great players in the comment section, showing respect for others.
Mark Rumor you two are touring in 2025 true?
Andy is an absolutely amazing musician and an incredible human being! Can't say enough good things about him!
Andy is the read deal. He is a humble and incredible talent and deserves high praise for his work. Also he’s a huge EVH nut and does amazing instrumentals of VH songs.
I was blessed to find Andy and his Woodshed family during the crazy Covid year. I've been following him ever since and know he is one of the very best not only on his ax but as a human who just wants everyone to enjoy the short ride that we have here on earth. Thanks for the video Tim and thank you Andy for being you!
Andy is a phenominal player and super humble guy. Deserves all the praise in the community.
@paulvinova *phenomenal
Tim, thanks for turning me on to Andy Wood. Just like you and Rick Beato you all in my world are probably the greatest players around. Not only do you play great but you’re all extraordinarily humble people. You’ve taken, your talent & wisdom, sharing it, with the masses. You are truly inspiring. It also shows that it’s not only the playing it’s the sound that comes from the heart & soul
making the magic translate into music that we love. Andy’s absolutely brilliant and still has his feet on the ground. Thanks for the heads up. Keep on doing what you do!!! We love it.
I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! It's great to hear how much you resonate with Andy's talent. And thank you for the kind words about my channel and the work we are doing :)
Wait how can Andy Wood be making Albums when Wikipedia says he died in 1990?
@@usiffputz6753Wikipedia 😂
Couldn't be more excited to see Andy getting the well-deserved recognition! In addition to musicality and chops, his ear is insanely incredible.
Andy Wood, Andy Timmons and Dann Huff, great time to be a music lover/guitar player.
Joshua Meader
Matteo Mancuso... but let's not forget that there are a lot of great guitar players who are still alive doing what they've done for decades.
@@commodoor6549 Indeed! Mike Stern, Steve Stevens, Richie Kotzen, Larry Carlton, Bireli Lagrene to name a few more.
@@bayesian2007 Precisely!
Andy Timmons is one the best but unknown players alive, imo.
I met Andy at the Guitar Center in Knoxville, TN in the mid 2000's and got to know him a little bit.
He was an inhuman monster player even in his late teens / early 20's. We used to talk about where we were with our playing, what we'd been doing lately, etc. A couple weeks after Dream Theater's Live at Budokan came out he had already worked through the whole thing and played along with it note for note. However talented you think Andy is... he's better than that.
Cheers my guy 🍻
@@andywoodmusic Take a bow Andy!
@@andywoodmusic Cheers dude!
Andy is not only an absolute phenom he’s also a genuinely kind person. I’ve met him twice and is just a gem of a person.
Thank you for spotlighting Andy Wood. He’s one of my favorite artist. I highly recommend his Patreon. I also own all his guitars. They’re the best
I met Andy at a gig and hung out during soundcheck. He was a gem.
That was a really GREAT interview. Two of my favorite guitarists, sharing information and inspiration. Time to go practice! Thanks Tim and Andy!!
First time I've heard of Andy Wood. WOW!!! Thanks Tim.
I think one of the most underrated insanely talented guitarists today is Uncle Larry. I mean he's not a spotlight name he's a session man but his presence online since Covid began is making his name for him.
He gets my vote.
I love Bukovak.
Got to meet Uncle Larry outside of Gruhn’s Guitars in Nashville. Just as cool and gracious in person as in his videos.
I think he’s fantastic but he def lost me quite a bit recently when he was working with Kid Rock. He has bills to pay so if that’s why he did it I’d understand.
Uncle Larry “underrated “ by who?
So much brilliance in one video! Great work Tim and team
Say... I was not aware of Andy Wood... However, after hearing his concept about music -- Now I like this dude!
Been following him for years for the wisdom and constant streams. Highly recommended!!
Best interview yet. Big thx Tim
Tim, its so much fun watching your videos. I could be feeling so stale and then i watch your take on Andy Wood then i get back on the guitar.
Hes such a refreshing, inspiring player
I am a Drummer here for many years. I follow Andy Wood. Andy is amazing. I definitely have to check this album out ASAP.
Started following Andy during the covid lockdown. What a great time and a generous teacher. His technique is unbelievable.
Impressed. Thanks Tim.
Andy is a Mandolin player that plays guitar. I first worked with him starting in 1996 when he was 15. He was a MONSTER back then, before he turned his attention to electric guitar.
Just like Jimmy Bryant and Don Rich who were fiddle players who played guitar.
I REALLY enjoyed this video. It was nice to hear his inside perspective on things.
Tim- you are so fun and informative. Andy Wood? Amazing! thanks
Not only is he one of the best guitar players alive today, he's also one of the nicest and most humble dudes you'll meet, plus he's got excellent taste in cars. Great video Tim!
Thanks for the kind words!
Why don’t vinnie vincent on as best player that ever lived ? Have you seen his REH instructional video ?
Andy getting the praise he more than deserves. That's really nice of you, Tim
What I love most about Andy is that he can so effortlessly morph into any style and speed yet still keep that incredible feel and sweet tone. Some players overplay while Andy seems to always play just the right notes to captivate the ear.
I remember perfectly when I heard Steve Morse for the first time, near the beginning of his solo career. I was floored. The fluidity, the combination of artistry, compositional variation, actual song construction, and note selection to evoke emotion. I don't think I had ever heard a guitarist do that on a "guitar album". He wrote songs, that happened to be lead by guitar voices.
I smiled widely when Andy played Steve to demonstrate how to play fast (and the difference in the mechanics). It never occurred to me that Steve played fast. I didn't care. I certainly didn't listen to him for that reason and I have no shortage of appreciation for technical skill. Sometimes these artists put all the pieces together in magical ways.
Tim I knew you were going to say Andy Wood before you even said it. It's so refreshing to hear great guitar virtuoso again! Thanks for doing this.
Thank you very much for sharing this, his version of Rooster is phenomenal!
Andy Wood’s palpable enthusiasm, interest, and joy in his art is infectious. While naming anyone the best example in a world of brilliant examples is a dubious exercise, he is certainly an elegant and masterful practitioner of his art, fully realized and at the top of his game.
Just came back to watch this over again, This is such great video and I love how you take us on a journey trough the entire video. This is so well done!
Thanks for the kind words, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Tim thanks for this video. I’d never heard of Andy and now I’m like “where has this guy been all my life?” Utterly impressed by the breadth and depth of his mastery in different styles, and his ability to connect. What a monster player!
Tim, Andy's great and I appreciate you highlighting him. I must say that I learn more from your channel even when it's not a teaching video. I'm going to go back and "like" more of the videos because sometimes us old-timers (64) forget. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for the kind words!
Thanks Tim, fantastic interview with Andy
One of the best interviews very honest
I've been following Andy for quite some time (Patreon). He truly is one of the very best!
Now the “Clocked Wah…”.
Incredible sounds. Wow. Thanks Tim!
Tim, thanks for being the guy you are, bringing the real players that up the bar to your channel. Inspirational ! Great job, great playing Tim!
Andy is amazing - great to see him starting to get more mainstream recognition
Thank you Tim for featuring Andy Wood on your video. Andy is definitely one of the best these days.
Tim, Juilliard grad here. We ALWAYS went on stage to GIVE, never once thinking about what we would get. Appreciate you man, wish I could play guitar like you ...
I believe that fast passage that Andy demonstrated is Steve Morse - "Tumeni Notes".
Nick Johnston is the same - incredible ability but focuses on composition and beautiful guitar playing. I used to have the original Andy Wood Suhr - (black and silver one), lovely guitars - always wanted the whisky barrel one - it's so cool!. Andy's chickin' picking is incredible too. Great player
I love Andy and the new record thank you for the video talking about how incredible it is right on Tim!
Nailed it-it’s all about the songs.
You know someone is truly great when Tim endorses them.
This is sick. Glad you shared; I'd never heard of him.
Wow, he nailed Steve Morse's Tumeni Notes right there!
Kinda pokie on Tumeni then again so is Morse sorry but he’s alternate picking a pretty obvious sweeping lick (banjo rolls sound even better): FFS.
Oh and btw Scottish classical guitarist David Russell is the best guitarist in the world right now
@@Swybryd-Nation right, because best in the world exists, FFFS!
I attempted to learn that many years ago and foolishly thought I'd get it fairly quickly. It's a lot harder than it sounds.
Tim, i love hearing about any guitarist that you like, no matter if they are fast, slow, complicated, sloppy, a one trick pony or a jack if all trades.
So there is absolutely no need for you to also choose this RUclips path of viewing music as some kind of competition ;)
Andy wood is a whole different beast love everything he does for the guitar community! your content is awesome glad i found your channel
I'm subscribed for several years, Tim. Thanks for the great videos and for all the time you dedicate into giving your audience. Andy Wood is really good. Lots of feeling in his playing.
Love Andy and his playing! I think it’s amazing you took the time to showcase him on your channel Tim 🙏
Thanks so much!
Thoroughly enjoyed watching this compilation and commentary - keep doing more of these, thanks mate
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
Andy is a remarkable player and a great guy. What a wonderful endorsement!
This was fantastic Tim...more like this please. Just too cool.
What a cool guy, I'm embarrassed to say I've never heard of him. Andy talking about Carlos Santana gave me those good chills. Thanks Tim!
Couldn't agree more!
Go to the woodshed guitar experience next year, he gives classes and performs with some of the best guitars in the world!
Andy wood has inspired me so much! I'm so glad I got to meet him at a masterclass in England:)
Hi Tim. I am an aspiring musician who has just asked my wife for your course for Christmas 🙏 I have just signed up to the 30 free lessons and I start tonight. Thank you so much for your music and more importantly your passion and willing to teach us. I have been trying for a while to find a guitar teacher and when I found your channel and did a deep dive, the one thing that got me hooked besides your incredible talent, is your smile when you play.
Thank you and I can’t wait to learn from one of the best to ever do it. 🙏🤘
I'm so glad you're excited to start!
Wow, just wow. Seems like a cool guy and love the ground he's able to cover!
Definitely one of the best contemporary guitarists.
High praise being featured by you, Tim.
Thank you Tim for this video, I enjoyed what I heard and Andy has a new fan….
I got to see Andy a few years ago at a small club in Pickwick TN. There might have been 25 people there. He put on an absolute clinic along with some mostly local musicians that jammed with him. I was blown away. Andy is a bad boy on that guitar.
Thanks for introducing him. Apart from a great talent with a lot of knowledge and passion he seems to be very approachable with a great personality.
Great video and you're a wonderful presenter of ideas. The interview with Andy - pure gold
Thank you for introducing Andy to me.I had never heard of him. Keep up the great video's/
Hey Tim, thank you for all your great content, and turning me on to Andy - what a fantastic player & humble guy.
Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video!
Awesome. Thank you, Tim. Andy is an American treasure for sure love it!
I follow Andy from the first days I play guitar, i.e., the last 8 years. He is one of few real super techniques with a unique view to guitar playing, IMHO ))
I cannot "like" this enough. Thanks for introducing me to another great player... but also a great musician. He is one who "gets" that it is the music and has the musicality as well as the chops to shred when the song calls for it. And he knows when that "when" is.
Song creation is all about the song. Probably what makes David Gilmore stand out. This guy is killin' it. Thanks Tim. As always, a great time.
This has been my workout jam album since it dropped. Andy is so versatile and thats what makes him so awesome imo
Met Andy at NAMM many years ago - he was playing at a booth. He was jaw-dropping great! Really nice, friendly guy!
Andy is my favorite guitarist. I've got to meet him twice. He's a down to earth guy, humble, and a great teacher too.
LOVE when he's demonstrating speeding up and plays Steve Morse's "Tumeni Notes" at 6:59. Killer!
Love your channel and your musicianship, Tim! Thanks for introducing me to Andy's music!
I had heard Andy's Rooster cover previously, now I've gone and had a listen to his other tracks, its definitely a great recommendation! thanks Tim!
I love that phrase “ it still does service to the song”.
Step by step, you are becoming my go to guitar guru, Tim. Your content is so varied, I love it. Notification bell is now on!
Wow, thanks!
..."the stage as church....respecting your bandmates" - perfect reminder that being good, being great, isn't only about improving your chops. I'm always riding a wave of inspiration after experiencing your videos, Tim. Wow!
I appreciate you saying that, thanks!
Never resonated with Andy’s music before but now I’m a fan. Wow! This album is a masterpiece.
Flow of the video is great. So many great nuggets and along for the ride the whole time. Off to listen and play. Thank you for doing what you do 🔥
I'm so happy it inspired you to play!
Awesome Tim, thank you sir..