Ok people, from now on every guitarist should be able to play a song right before the interview starts. What a cool fantastic way to elevate and engage the audience to his music. My respect to Steve for being a real 24/7 professional musician bringing all the right equipment he usually uses. This is the way to go guys! 🤘🏻🎸🔥
i,d seen this before ,incredible techniqe..Painful as well,nerve center pain .,from the right hand/wrist,solution would be😳 meri dion accupressur could be the solution. but Iam just/making ashort but brief observat..God Bless youFolks .thanx again.
Morse, Metheny, Bullock and Pastorius. Sounds like the law firm sent from heaven. What an interview. Thank you, Rick, once again. 2023 was the year of Beato.🎉
I was in college when I first heard Steve on the Southern Steel Steve Morse Band cassette. :-). It blew me away. And then I learned what a sweet man he is. Just like John Williams, another musical hero. And it's like he says in the interview...you come to love them that much more and realize they are really artists.
You've surpassed every Billion dollar TV channel on the planet, and cornered the market for interviewing legendary musicians Rick. What a magnificent feat!
There is nothing new under the sun. I have stacks of Guitar Player/Guitar World.Vintage Guitar magazines where all of these guys have been interviewed for years. No disrespect to Rick, but it's all been done. I enjoy a good interview on RUclips, but it is not ground breaking. Rick would likely say the same thing.
Steve Morse is - and always will be - the gold standard for what a dedicated musician and humble human being should be. Thank you for this interview and all the other work you do, Rick. I very much appreciate you.
he's a laughably abhorrent, terrible songwriter for being such a talented guitar player - he even admits this himself in interviews. IMO, he's a hopelessly dated relic of the overwrought late 70s / early 80s cheesy, pretentious prog scene. like steve, that approach / aesthetic and sound hasn't aged well. bob dylan will always be more talented than riff salad.
Watching Steve having to change his technique entirely due to health problems is unbelievable and amazing at the same time. Many would simply give up at this point in life. The man is relentless and gives us a lesson in resilience, drive and strong will to keep moving ahead no matter what.
I thought so too. Especially being a now elderly player (65) with some recently acquired tendon fibrosis issues in my hands. So far, it's not too bad, but it's very inspiring watching Steve keep pushing through and finding ways to cope with the encroaching disability.
One of the most amazing guitar players I've ever heard... and thankfully I had the opportunity to see him play live a few times! Thanks for the interview... awesome!
Musicians like Steve Morse are one in tens of millions. He is such a humble, unpretentious man. To see him facing his physical limitations and finding ways to continue playing is truly inspiring. May he have many more years to share his immense talent with us.
I played guitar for 50 years (mediocrity) and can’t play anymore due to arthritis in my left hand. Kudos to Steve for grinding through this. Such a gifted and kind man. Been following him since the late ‘70’s.
💚I am a stage hand in Finland. After all the grueling years building concerts; this man was the only one I have had, to stop as soon as he saw us waiting to do load out. With his guitar still in hand, he was clearly heading to the greenroom. But as soon as he saw us waiting to work, he did one large step, stopped, put his hands together & bowed while saying thank you. I havent watched this yet, but Im pretty sure this is going to be a humble interview🤙🏻
The guitar player's guitar player. Hands down one of the the best to ever pick up a guitar and such a down to earth and humble personality. You can't not love Steve Morse and his incredible masterpieces that we have enjoyed over the years. Rick, you've had some great interviews in the past but this one was way up there! Thank you.
Dear Rick. I have to thank you for one of the most beautiful interviews ever. It meant too much for me. It was new year 1981 to 1982 when I first heard The Dregs. I was spending the holidays in a farm in the interior of Brazil. I had just lost my father and my girl friend. Steve's music kind of assembled me together again. The way you directed the interview just made humanist Steve's personality bloom. Thank you again.
I was introduced to Steve Morse via a Steve Walsh solo album song, "Wait Until Tomorrow". It was 1982 for me as well. I then bought his 1984 solo album, The Introduction, and was a fan since.
Steve Morse!!! This interview should have gone another hour. The man is easily the most humble man in music. He always speaks highly of others and their playing when they are not anywhere near as good as he is. He is a super awesome human. So glad he has finally been on this channel.
When the Rolling Stone top 250 guitarists of all time came out and Steve didn't even show up on the list - I immediately gave up hope that Rolling Stone could possibly be taken seriously. I have Steve in the top 10.
Steve is one of the classiest guys in the business. He used to write a column years ago in a guitar magazine, not about playing guitar, but how to be a pro and how to be a decent person. It was required reading every month.
One of your best interviews yet, Rick. And what a worthy subject that many don’t know about. Steve is such an innovative, daredevil musician and a thoroughly beautiful human being. Being Capricorn’s main designer back in the day afforded me the opportunity to design Dixie Dregs’ first three LP covers, and after seeing them live a few times I became a vocal evangelist, laying my promotional copies on all my music buds. What an ensemble! And as a drummer myself, I was so in awe of Rod Morgenstein - what a monster. And thank you, Steve, for such thoughtful, candid answers.
Another old dude here also. Travelled to see the Dixie Dregs dozens of times in high school and college. One of the loudest bands I ever heard live. Also one of the best. Steve has always been someone that I considered one of the original Guitar Hero’s.
So then are YOU the person to ask about the "What If?" cover? Probably one of the most important records of my entire life - STARED at that cover for HOURS! "wtf IS that???"
I was fortunate enough to attend a Seminar put on by Steve Morse at the Musicians Exchange in Fort Lauderdale. He passed out tablature sheets, and put on a mind blowing demonstration. I was young and playing 6-7 hours a day. I needed to play 12-14 hours a day to just attempt to recreate what this man showed us. And melodic shredding which sent you to the moon. All of us badass young guns walked out humbled and impressed beyond measure. This man is a musical treasure.
Yeah Tony. I met Steve in florida at a jam at my ex brother in laws in Daytona around 78 or 79. didn't know him. blew me away back then... Became a huge fan. Saw him many times and got to chat a few times. I wonder what Dave LaRue has been up to.... anyway, yes, his shredding technique to me is not shredding, it is melodic playing of classical riffs at 250mph.. Like he said, just speed up Bach and add a double bass drum and you've got heavy metal.. LOL. What a great interview, eh? Cheers
Musicians Exchange Cafe was epic! So many great players performed there, from Leslie West to Steve Morse. Was fortunate enough to work there and get to see all those legends upstairs at night, in-between playing the rock bars around South Fla. Shout out to Sheldon Voss for hiring me and comping me all those shows! and of course...RIP to Don!
As a life-long Deep Purple and Blackmore fan, it wasn't easy to get into Morse, but watching the man perform over the years, you couldn't help but get blown away by how amazing he is. And now this video has really added some real humaniy to the legend, which just makes him even more awesome. Truly another great video on the channel.
I was devastated when Blackmore left and so disappointed he'd been replaced by a voice in its own right and not just a really flawless counterfeit. I instantly loved Loosen My Strings and Sometimes I Feel Like Screaming but the rest was too different. But for a few years now Purpendicular has been probably in my three most played DP albums. I also especially enjoyed Now What?! and Rapture of the Deep but above that I have loved seeing backstage footage of genuine joy on Jon Lord's face. The band no longer under Blackmore's shadow. I'm grateful to Steve. In my eyes he saved my favourite band and added something new which, with time, I've come to enjoy every bit as much as the earlier stuff.
When I started playing guitar in the late 90s, I listened to Iommi, Blackmore, Lifeson, Page and the Ozzy guitarists. I also listened to Iron Maiden and other classic bands. Until then, I had a way of playing and studying guitar. When I was about 12 years old, I watched the DVD Live in Bombay (India), with Steve Morse on Purple. That was revolutionary. I listened to Malmsteen and things like that, but Steve Morse was on another level. I completely changed the way I study and listen to guitar. Morse always knows the notes he is playing, that was the most surprising thing for me. He didn't just move his fingers, he played what his brain and ear told him should be played. Because of this harmony between the melody and the chords, which is why the notes are always within the harmony, his sound is magical. They were perfect melodies, with perfect constructions: antecedent and consequent, notes that told a story. And the technique, the speed, was almost always used to connect phrases and ideas, and this means that it is not a mere demonstration of speed, but rather speed in favor of the music. Steve Morse is unique and is certainly the most prepared guitarist in the history of rock of all time. I'm the number 1 fan.
When I was around 12 Guitar Player magazine started putting those paper thin flexible records in each month like a centerfold for the ears instead of the eyes, and one of the first ones was "The Introduction" by Steve (it might actually have been the very first one, as in; an introduction to the new plastic records feature). And that jam has stayed in my head these 50 years or so, there's an odd measure or two in there that is like right "in the pocket" and propels the song.. That was probably around 1977 and GP was trying to spotlight "unknown" talent which was so ironic in that the cover story that issue might have been the lead guitarist for REO Speedwagon talking about how he plays "way up on the neck" during solos because "it makes it easier to hear myself." Contrast that with the guy on the plastic record, 😆
The band I have been in forever (TILES) had the opportunity to open for the Dregs. When Steve says in the interview that he has respect for successful players that treat people they don't know with respect, I can tell you that he and the whole band were incredibly generous and kind to us. Dave Larue (I am a bass player) was so kind and chatted with me and never once looked at his watch or looked rushed. He even remembered me when I saw him months later when the Dregs opened for Dream Theater, and Dave was seated at the bar when their set was done. We chatted again for quite a while. Our band has a bad habit of being self-deprecating. When we were backstage with the guys, we must have made a couple of self-depreciating jokes, Steve Morse got really serious and looked us in the eye and said "Do not do that." "You should not do that, you are a good band and playing your butt off, that will bring things down and get into your psyche and attitude." It was an amazing moment and purely genuine. Great interview Rick.
@@oldnew2583 Thank you. Pretending 2 Run is our latest and has Ian Anderson, Mike Portnoy, Mike Stern and Adam Holzman as special guests. It is a 2 CD concept album. Produced by Terry Brown and art work by Hugh Syme. The Presents of Mind album is the album we supported Dream Theater. I hope you dig the music.
He signed my Telecaster, when Deep Purple came to Malaysia and my band and I were fortunate enough to open for them in 2001 and we got to hang out with Steve backstage, he was so welcoming and came out to meet us and tell us he enjoyed the set. It was a thrill. (Just 1 strict rule: No 'Smoke on the Water' guitar riff during soundcheck or else...so of course I did the first 3 notes and the monitors go off, the stage manager comes out of nowhere and says, "Do you boys wanna do your soundcheck now?...or after the performance?".- the legend is true). Great to see Steve on Rick's Show! He is such a gentleman and an inspirational musician.
Whether or not you like it,after this episode your show is officially an institution, Rick. Congratulations! And thank you from the bottom of my heart on behalf of all artists and true lovers of the art.
I have admired Steve Morse since “Dregs of The Earth”. My favorite song on that album is “I’m Freaking Out”. Have never stopped following Steve. A real American Artist with his own style and who still to this day makes my hair stand up and a chill runs through my body when I hear those perfect chord progressions that move your body and soul.🙏🏻 Thank You Rick for this. Truly have been waiting for this interview🙌🏻
So many great tunes on that album. My favorite is Pride O the Farm. Saw them live in Albany NY at J B Scott's in the early 80s. I was in absolute awe of Steve's playing.
I went to see Al DiMeola, John McLaughlin and Paco Delucia in Melbourne, Australia in the early 80's after buying the "One Night In San Francisco" album. To my astonishment, Steve Morse was announced as the opening act and he proceeded to play an hours worth of original compositions on nylon string guitar and it was absolutely sublime. I was already a huge fan of Steves as I'd recently bought "Industry Standard" by The Dregs. What a magical night for a then young, uninformed guitarist to witness. 4 masters giving everything in the moment for the moment.
Rick thank you for this gift! I can see the utter admiration and humility in your face as you were talking to Steve. In 1981 I was a freshman at a small college in San Bernardino California and somehow was volunteered to be an usher for a show for a band I never heard of. The band was none other then The Dixie Dregs on their Dregs of the Earth tour. There were only a small group of people in the audience, mainly music students from the college. Steve and the band played their hearts out that evening and were absolutely on fire, playing tunes from their latest and arguably one of their best albums, Dregs of the Earth. I’ve been a devoted fan of Steve and his music ever since and have seen him play many, many times with various bands and musicians over the years. I once saw The Steve Morse band open for Allan Holdsworth in Baltimore Md! Absolutely mind altering show. Steve thank you for all of the great music that you’ve composed and continue to compose. You are a musical anomaly and a rare musician/guitarist with extraordinary skill and a truly gifted musical perspective. I feel blessed to have witnessed and enjoyed your music for so many decades. ☮️
What an amazing concert that must've been! I did get to see Holdsworth with Jimmy Johnson and Chad Wackerman (SO good!!), but I never got to see Steve live. But, he definitely changed the way I hear music, especially with regard to guitar players. He's the Master!
Was that at Ramshead Live? I first saw the Dregs in 1981, opening for the Doobie Brothers at Merriweather Post Pavillion (You might know the place ;) ). I was on the lawn and probably one of the few people there just for the Dregs, because no one was listening when they were on stage - just throwing frisbees and beach balls and talking. I could barely hear them. I saw Steve many times after that, often in small venues like The Birchmere. I'd see the many of the same people at these shows. I saw him about a few months after he broke his right wrist skateboarding, and I was concerned he was using that wrist so soon.
This is music history gold. I don't think it's fair to expect brilliant musicians to also automatically be givers and teachers, but when they are, like Steve Morse and Rick Beato clearly are, then it's really special.
One of the greatest ever. Period. I've never heard anyone else do alternate picking so widely and precisely - like on his amazing Tumeni Notes. He had once left the music business and worked as a commercial airline pilot. Thank God he came back to the music. He's still light years beyond so many others. A world class musician/guitarist. Not to mention a really cool, friendly, humble guy.
I heard of a funny story where the flight crews had a Christmas party and Steve got up to play with the band and everyone's jaw dropped because they had no idea who he was and what he could do !! Whether true or not, that certainly would happen!
Hands down Steve Morse is my favorite musician! I'm 62 now and have been listening to his music since the mid 1980's. When we get in my old convertible a Morse CD hit's the deck. My wife says why do you still listen to that after all these years? The response to my wife of 36 years is "I'm a man who knows what I Like."
This man has composed so much music that has brought so much joy into people's lives, and how humble, genuine and unassuming he is just amazing. Thank you Steve and Rick for this great interview!
Only on RUclips and only on Rick Beato would I get to see and hear such a well done interview. Just love how you let the Steve talk and tell us and show us what makes him special. This is the internet at its very best and musicanship at its apex! Thank you!
I have been technically locked in my house for 35 years where I wanted to be with my wife I used to play music in high school and I just let it go. I lost my wife and now I’m trying to pick the music back up. I feel like I lost an eternity of music when I listen to this interview I can’t believe a human can play with the feel and expertise as Steve does his experience his words Are so emotional they’re almost spiritual to me. I wish I could go back in time but I can’t- Thank you so much for this interview. It brought me back to earth and in heaven all at the same time. Thank you and God bless.
No other channel does anything close to this level of depth.That’s why you get such iconic musicians to interview. It must have been a total delight to sit there listening to Steve humbly demonstrating such astounding dexterity and musicianship! Thanks Rick and Steve! 😊
WOW wow wow.......this is absolute GOLD! Steve Morse is such a gem...his playing is jaw-dropping... his thorough knowledge of music and ability to make it understandable is remarkable. It's awesome to see Beato and Morse in conversation.
Steve Morse is so good, that in the 80's, he won Guitar Player Magazine's "Guitarist of the Year" award 5 years straight and they disqualified him from winning again. He wasn't the only guitarist to achieve this, but I think that GP mag had to ask people to STOP voting for him, because he'd won 5 years in a row, but fans didn't care. I've been listening to him for 40 years but have never seen him play until today and I simply don't have the words to describe his mastery of the instrument or the beauty of his playing.
This interview with Steve was soo good! I’m an amateur cellist and having him talk about Bach and The Cello Suites and the difficulty of bringing out the the important voices was confirmation. He is a genius on so many levels. Wonderful to hear him talk about the nuts and bolts of what he does and the artistic aspects of performance. One of the best interviews. Thank You Rick
I had never heard that Steve Morse has difficulty with arthritis, He's been so prolific over the years, he just bit the bullet and continued performing despite having some serious health challenges. Another example of his commitment to excellence.
“Working on my 4th method now”. So inspiring. True dedication to the art form. Definitely swept the whole floor. What an honor to have shared an hour with you both. Thank you!
I will NEVER forget the first time I heard Steve! It was the release of The Dixie Dregs "Unsung Heroes" record. He absolutely blew my mind. He has been my favorite guitarist since that moment, and I still talk to my professional friends about hearing Steve for the first time, To This Day!! After this, I have even MORE respect for him than I did then. What a genius, brilliant musician! This video just thrilled my soul. Thank you, Rick!
First time I heard Steve was on the Purpendicular album, his first with Deep Purple, and I immediately knew that band was going to thrive more than ever. Then I had to hear his Dregs, solo stuff and, of course, Flying Colors. What an absolute gentleman and amazing musician. Some of the most moving guitar solos I have ever heard (and felt) have come from his hands. Beautiful.
Unsung Heroes is one of the most played albums in my collection. I bought a copy back in 1983. I had a cassette with The Dregs on one side and Larry Carlton on the other. Played it over and over in my '73 Grand Am. I finally met Steve at a show last spring. Such a humble genius.
@@reidwhitton6248 I'm so glad you got to meet him! Nobody plays like Steve! Don't get me wrong, I love Pat Metheny! But, Steve absolutely blew my mind in 1983, and STILL continues to blow my mind. Peace to you, Reid!
Rick, this interview means so much to me. I consider Dregs music to be as close to sacred as it gets - Steve Morse is not only a fantastic guitarist, he’s a world-class *composer* . Despite having been with Deep Purple since the mid 90s, Steve still flies too far under most players/listeners’ radar. I hope your interview helps change that!! 🙏 🎸
Many years ago a friend of mine who's brother was like one of the top 3 execs at Ernie Ball was going to the NAMM show and he asked me if there was anything I wanted from the show. From a previous conversation with him he said that Steve Morse was going to be in the EB booth. So I asked him for signed photo of Steve Morse. My friend told me that when he asked Steve to sign the photo, Steve asked him why would anyone want a signed photo of me. Such an unassuming, monstrous talent. I lived in South Florida when the Dregs were just getting their start and used to go to all the free shows they used to play, like at the U of Miami, Florida Atlantic University etc. The Dregs have been one of my favorite groups since their inception and I've followed Steve's career ever since. He sits among the top of my musical influencers and heroes.
Steve Morse is a genius level musician, and just one of the most humble people on the planet. His compliments about Rick are spot on, and that last line, "Actually, it was level," was a perfect way to wrap it up. These interviews really make me feel like I am just watching two (or more) good friends hang out, talk shop and reminisce. And it is ALL interesting. Even the tech stuff about guitar I find fascinating, though I don't play. Another stellar interview!
Went to see Steve in a small venue here in Kansas City (Grand Emporium) when he was touring with just a bass player and a drummer (probably in 1986 or so?). Between sets he walked past our table and I just told him how much I was enjoying his playing. He sat down and spent the entire break just talking to us about guitar, and about being a professional musician. He was the kindest, most down to earth dude I’d ever met. Just a really great guy.
Before this show I had no real idea who Steve Morse was except for seeing him with other guitarists at NAMM. After this interview, I am now a Steve Morse fan. What a good man and musical genius. Steve, I salute you! John in Prague
What an absolute joy this was/is. I am alternating between gobsmacked, overwhelmed, ecstatic,and humbled. You can feel Steves love and joy in everything I have ever heard him play. 🎉❤🎉❤
I was at that show too. Along with all the subsequent ones as well. Steve is the best and the Coach House remains one of my favorite places to see performances. The one thing I like about Steve is he comes out and talks to the fans after the show (at least he did and the Coach House).
Steve is my all-time favorite guitarist. Have been following him since 1982. A beautiful man with so much talent, heart, and soul. Thank you for this great interview. I am not a musician, but I love the insights that Steve gives on music and on life in general. God bless him and his family.
I have been a Steve Morse fan since 1975 or so...the Dregs shows were so flippin' excellent. I have never forgotten what Jeff Beck said, that he considered Morse to be the best guitarist in the world at that time (I think it was 1978 or so). To get an accolade like that from Jeff Beck...it does not get better than that! I hear there is a new Dregs album coming out and a possible tour (come to Atlanta!). I will certainly be in attendance. Cannot wait to see this genius. I hate to hear how he is having wrist issues. I am hoping most of the old Dregs are still in the band and in tow for the ride!
Now this is an interview i had hoped for I’ve seen Steve 58 times! The Dixie Dregs, The Dregs, Steve Morse and the Steve Morse Band! So glad to see him with a guitar in his hands again! We are sorry for your loss Steve
He also plays for Flying Colors with Neal Morse and Mike Portnoy. Amazing talent, Saw him back in 1977 an Acoustic show with Al Di Meola, John McLaughlin & Paco de Lucia. 4 legends Paco RIP.
Yesss! Steve opened, then returned for encores. All four of them at once. Tasty, not playing over one another, revealing their own styles and riffing off one another. A warm evening in San Diego, at the amphitheater at State. Absolutely magical. Sigh…
Thank you so much for that interview. Steve Morse is my all-time favorite guitar player. That was an awesome interview! Hearing him play live still to this day gives me goosebumps and even a tear or two in my eye when he plays. He has so much feel, tambour, and melodic feel whether he is playing rock, fusion, or classical. Awesome. Thank you!
Steve's playing, even solo, always has a deliberately *orchestral* flavor; there is so much going on that it often sounds like several different instruments--not just guitars. His style is unique, multivariate, and instantly recognizable.
That intro completely blew me away. Absolute master! What a gift to get to witness this for free. Thank you Rick! God, his use of the controls and pedals while playing so beautifully is astounding.
I saw Steve Morse when he opened for RUSH on the Power Windows tour (Austin, Jan 86). It was my first concert ever, and I have never forgotten how incredible he was on guitar.
I saw that same tour. Pensacola. I kept hoping he would be invited on stage with Rush. Alex was watching Steve from the side of the stage. Steve would be perfect person to work with Geddy Lee.
I follow Steve ever since he joined Deep Purple in 1994. What a fantastic guitarist! I understand why you had to leave Deep Purple, but, Steve, you're dearly missed by the Deep Purple fans, specially in Europe where the Dregs don't play...
Steve...every time I've had an interaction with you, from my Guitar Center San Diego days in the early 80s and since....you've been a gentleman, down to earth, kind and gracious. I can't thank you enough for 40 years of inspiration and enjoyment. Peace and healing and gratitude...always. Edward Sanchez, San Diego
This is one of the greatest interviews I've ever seen with Steve Morse. Your level of knowledge of music truly helped make the interview amazing. You weren't just trying to blow smoke up his ass or ask the same mundane questions. Steve Morse is truly a guitar god. I'm hoping that fans of your channel that have never heard him or of him learn how great he truly is. There are very few who are at Steve's level. Thank you so much for this Rick.
One of my all-time favorite guitarist. I had the pleasure of meeting him a couple of times and you will not find a more humble, down to earth guy. Rick, you must have to pinch yourself to actually get to hang with our heroes - and the fact that they are familiar with your online work must blow your mind! I'm lucky to have met a bunch of musicians admire and you know what guys like Steve, BB King, Eric Johnson, Warren Haynes all have in common? No ego, humble and grateful to be doing what they do. Thanks Rick, for this long overdue video!
Agree. I was a kid in high school and my first big concert was Deep Purple with Steve Morse. I was blown away by his playing. Richie is of course the guy, but he filled in great and did an amazing job.
Met Steve Morse backstage when he was on tour with Deep Purple. One of the most humble and kindest people I've ever met. This guy was already a guitar hero before most of us had even picked up a guitar... 🙂
I’ve been trying my best to be a full-time musician for over 30 years. Mr. Morse inspires me and touches my heart. Thank you, Rick, for doing all this. I believe you are changing lives for the better.
Love Steve Morse, a GREAT guitarist!! The feel and emotion is Unbelievable! Thank you, Rick for the interview. He’s one of the best and a true survivor.❣️❣️❣️👍🏼👍🏼🙏👊🏻✌🏼
I'm a Millennial but I honestly adore the contribution that the Baby Boomers (my parents' generation) made to music. I'm watching this video with a sense of sadness knowing that all these greats will be gone within the next 10-20 years. Thankyou Rick for recording all these awesome interviews!
Right now is the time in the present to enjoy our heroes who have brought us so much enjoyment, Time is short and moves so quickly, this interview is so special. @@marcos_c_m
I used to crank Steves solo album “the introduction” while driving in the 80s, been a fan since then, his tone and composition are all his own...unmistakeablely Steve Morse...thanks for high lighting this massively under-appreciated guitar legend
Thank you Rick!!! I have been a fan of Steve's since the early 1980's and have seen him with The Dregs, Kansas and Deep Purple. More people need to know about Steve's work! ✌️
57:29 - damn, that really hit home. That Prime Cuts release of his was a *major* influence and helped to really shape how I approach-pen stringed rhythm ideas. Another great interview in the book, Rick
Wow, wow, wow!!! Steve has always had the speed of the fastest players, but with an incredible sense of melody and style. One of our daughters has "Morse" as her middle name, in honor of this genius.
Simply put.. Steve Morse is one of the finest guitar players to ever play the instrument. I love instrumental music and literally own every Steve Morse Band and Dixie Dregs album. I'm very happy for Steve's success with Deep Purple but I have to admit I'm selfishly missing all of those great instrumental records he used to make. Love the interview! 👌🎸
Steve is a master, a gentleman and the humblest rockstar I've ever seen play. I had the good luck to meet him a few times and I can assure you that he is always that nice. Hope Janine's health has improved, you both are always in my thoughts. Rick, thank you for this year-end gift.
I love Steve Morse so much, he was one of the best things to ever happen to Deep Purple, along with Don Airey. But I have to say, I'm also impressed with the quality of the questions Rick asks here! Great guy, great questions, great musicianship. What a delight. Thank you Mr. Beato.
Night meets light, was the first Dregs song I ever heard. I was thrust into a musical paradise of castles, and bravery. I was so disappointed that his music never grew in popularity so that he could maintain a resounding place in the music of the world daily. But things are what they are. His skills and compositions surpass even the most eclectic guitarists of this present time. Timeless, heroic, the blending of power and finesse. He taught me years ago, clean chords and dirty lines. Just amazing.
Rick what you are doing , to preserve the history of what I call my era of music is monumental. I always wanted to be a professional guitar player but it wasn’t in the stars. As you know life takes many twists and turns. I find your interviews with my favorite musicians incredible, thank you for your hard work. Rock on.
What a treasure Steve is. Steve Morse and Dixie Dregs forever! 💙. So proud of the Capricorn Records and Macon, Georgia ties, along with Augusta, and the times at the University of Miami …
When we hear the word technique we often think of “tapping” or “finger style”. But here, you see a player who has crafted intricate systems of playing with harmonics, bends and alternate picking that show that he took no shortcuts - it’s like a Samurai playing guitar, the technique and execution are one thing. Flawless and effortless because of the mastery of the smallest details. I really love his playing on Introduction”, so ballsy and so musically wide ranging. A great.
Steve is my favorite player of all time. I have had the privilege of following him for a long time and seeing him many times in concert. I met him on several occasions and he was always gracious, unassuming, and friendly. He's not just a superb artist, but a fine person. Thank you, Steve, for all of the music.
Love this guy. The great American hero of guitar. Even with all the physical deficiencies that he was hit with later in his life, he still, to this day, plays and sounds fantastic. He has written and performed some of the most pleasing, satisfying, original, and quite simply indispensable guitar music the world has ever heard. A living legend.
I am nearly speechless by this recent run of phenomenal interviews...wow. Steve is such a cool dude, aside from being obviously insanely talented. And Rick...as usual you seem to be able to provide these guys the perfect space to just relax and be themselves, asking all the right things at just the right point. Mastery on both sides. Thank you so much for these.
So back in ‘82-3 I was going to GIT in LA and the Dregs were playing in the area… I’m a huge fan and sat 2 feet in front of Steve at the NAMM Show, then at a local concert we actually helped them carry amps and equipment out to the truck as they were short on roadies!!! I was like “I just helped the GREAT Steve Morse, I can’t believe it.!!!” I can sing along to so many of his great “compositions” and I believe he is one of the rare and great “composers” of our time… thank you sir for your invaluable talents and thrills you have given to us all.!!! 🙏🎶😇💜🙏
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Steve is so cool...I was demoing at that NAMM show and he noticed I don't use a pick. So he takes me over and introduces me to Thumbs Carllile! Just the nicest man , unusual in this business
Steve is not only one of the most talented and amazing musicians but he is one of the most down to earth human beings. He really is a musical treasure to be sure. Thank you Rick for making this interview happen, you did a fantastic job.
Rick- your audience spans young and old alike. Allowing your guest an opportunity to play us a tune at the top of the hour allows those who may not be immediately familiar to become acquainted with our guests. Bravo, great idea and great jam Steve!
I saw this great human being in the early 90’s in Augusta Ga at the Old Post Office Club on Washington Rd. After the show I talked with him for about 15 minutes while the roadies were breaking down the stage. He was sooo nice. Got his autograph and just talked music. Again a great great man.
Oh dear God, has there ever been a better album to get lost in than High Tension Wires? Such an amazing and under-rated guitarist. Foolish me always wondered what it would be like if he really rocked out; well I got my answer with the latest Flying Colors album. Holy smokes that man is incredible. Such an amazing and wonderful human being too. I started praying for his health, especially his hands. Still praying for his wife's recovery!!! I think I have at least 40 of his albums.
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Ok people, from now on every guitarist should be able to play a song right before the interview starts. What a cool fantastic way to elevate and engage the audience to his music. My respect to Steve for being a real 24/7 professional musician bringing all the right equipment he usually uses. This is the way to go guys! 🤘🏻🎸🔥
BACH is our Love
Yesssss, what a sensational start!!
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Yes! This is what the interviews have been missing honestly.
Such humility and talent all wrapped into one package, He's a quiet genius and I respect that so much.
Here here!! I agree 100%
The great and legendary Steve Morse. Genius at every level. FIVE STARS all the way. Saw him live with DP in Toronto. Level best 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Always one of the best, and my favorites. They don't make em like Steve anymore.
Rick does the best interviews
i,d seen this before ,incredible techniqe..Painful as well,nerve center pain .,from the right hand/wrist,solution would be😳 meri dion accupressur could be the solution. but Iam just/making ashort but brief observat..God Bless youFolks .thanx again.
Morse, Metheny, Bullock and Pastorius. Sounds like the law firm sent from heaven. What an interview. Thank you, Rick, once again. 2023 was the year of Beato.🎉
Haha!
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To me. Steve Morse and Phil Keaggy have a lot of similarities.
Wondering if Mike Stern might be a future guest as he was in with Metheny, Pastorious, Bullock too(?)
@@guitngood7944Yes please! Perhaps even Biréli Lagrène!
His skills as a guitarist, his humility, his simplicity, his serenity, his musical culture, etc.: we need more person like Steve in the world
Amazing dude! ❤
He's a monster player. And has an idiosyncratic way of picking. Very fun to watch.
And a really nice guy.
I was in college when I first heard Steve on the Southern Steel Steve Morse Band cassette. :-). It blew me away. And then I learned what a sweet man he is. Just like John Williams, another musical hero. And it's like he says in the interview...you come to love them that much more and realize they are really artists.
You've surpassed every Billion dollar TV channel on the planet, and cornered the market for interviewing legendary musicians Rick. What a magnificent feat!
Rick can read; has great ears, great chops and clearly is a good 'hang.' This equals credibility that stars are drawn to...
There is nothing new under the sun. I have stacks of Guitar Player/Guitar World.Vintage Guitar magazines where all of these guys have been interviewed for years. No disrespect to Rick, but it's all been done. I enjoy a good interview on RUclips, but it is not ground breaking. Rick would likely say the same thing.
So very TRUE!!!!
Even non musician music fans dig this channel i.e. ME!
@@john26660 you do understand that youtube can be seen in whole world not only America or England😂
Steve Morse is - and always will be - the gold standard for what a dedicated musician and humble human being should be. Thank you for this interview and all the other work you do, Rick. I very much appreciate you.
he's a laughably abhorrent, terrible songwriter for being such a talented guitar player - he even admits this himself in interviews. IMO, he's a hopelessly dated relic of the overwrought late 70s / early 80s cheesy, pretentious prog scene. like steve, that approach / aesthetic and sound hasn't aged well. bob dylan will always be more talented than riff salad.
He probably had a lot of support from his father. I love music. But my father was too busy chasing me around the house with a 2 x 4.
@@iphner43 Dylan would sell his soul to play like Morse, but he already sold it to write ugly folk songs
Aren’t you a peach!
Allan Holdsworth and Eric Johnson would like a word woith you....
So so so sorry to hear about his wife passing away this week. All my support to Steve.
That is so sad. My wife died last June and my grief has just begun. I hope he is OK.
Watching Steve having to change his technique entirely due to health problems is unbelievable and amazing at the same time. Many would simply give up at this point in life. The man is relentless and gives us a lesson in resilience, drive and strong will to keep moving ahead no matter what.
"Many would simply give up" - like Keith Emerson 😞
I thought so too. Especially being a now elderly player (65) with some recently acquired tendon fibrosis issues in my hands. So far, it's not too bad, but it's very inspiring watching Steve keep pushing through and finding ways to cope with the encroaching disability.
If only Keith Emerson had the same perspective. :-(
I simply love Steve's music and playing from young to now.❤
Good point. I very much agree with you
One of the most amazing guitar players I've ever heard... and thankfully I had the opportunity to see him play live a few times! Thanks for the interview... awesome!
First
Saw him in Belo Horizonte playing for Deep Purple... Amazing show!
One of my dream shows that I could fulfill!
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That certainly adds to the post...
Grow up!
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Louco ver tú por aqui BRKsEDU. Morse é f***!!! Sabia que vc tb tocava. 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
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Musicians like Steve Morse are one in tens of millions. He is such a humble, unpretentious man. To see him facing his physical limitations and finding ways to continue playing is truly inspiring. May he have many more years to share his immense talent with us.
Well said. I was just thinking to myself that it's amazing how he can still play so well despite struggling with arthritis.
Should have met him back in the day. The ego is gone now that age has shown him that no gets to live forever. Lol
WELL SAID.
I played guitar for 50 years (mediocrity) and can’t play anymore due to arthritis in my left hand. Kudos to Steve for grinding through this. Such a gifted and kind man. Been following him since the late ‘70’s.
💚I am a stage hand in Finland. After all the grueling years building concerts; this man was the only one I have had, to stop as soon as he saw us waiting to do load out. With his guitar still in hand, he was clearly heading to the greenroom. But as soon as he saw us waiting to work, he did one large step, stopped, put his hands together & bowed while saying thank you. I havent watched this yet, but Im pretty sure this is going to be a humble interview🤙🏻
The guitar player's guitar player. Hands down one of the the best to ever pick up a guitar and such a down to earth and humble personality. You can't not love Steve Morse and his incredible masterpieces that we have enjoyed over the years. Rick, you've had some great interviews in the past but this one was way up there! Thank you.
Dear Rick. I have to thank you for one of the most beautiful interviews ever. It meant too much for me. It was new year 1981 to 1982 when I first heard The Dregs. I was spending the holidays in a farm in the interior of Brazil. I had just lost my father and my girl friend. Steve's music kind of assembled me together again. The way you directed the interview just made humanist Steve's personality bloom. Thank you again.
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I was introduced to Steve Morse via a Steve Walsh solo album song, "Wait Until Tomorrow". It was 1982 for me as well. I then bought his 1984 solo album, The Introduction, and was a fan since.
In Atlanta maybe?
Steve Morse is definitely in my top 5 guitarist of all time, he flys below people's radar, absolute master.
Steve Morse!!! This interview should have gone another hour. The man is easily the most humble man in music. He always speaks highly of others and their playing when they are not anywhere near as good as he is. He is a super awesome human. So glad he has finally been on this channel.
No kidding !
Yes! ✌️
When the Rolling Stone top 250 guitarists of all time came out and Steve didn't even show up on the list - I immediately gave up hope that Rolling Stone could possibly be taken seriously. I have Steve in the top 10.
I concur 👍🏽😎💯
#1 all round - any style
Totally agree! Steve has a huge amount of fans here in Germany!
Agreed
100%
Steve is one of the classiest guys in the business. He used to write a column years ago in a guitar magazine, not about playing guitar, but how to be a pro and how to be a decent person. It was required reading every month.
One of your best interviews yet, Rick. And what a worthy subject that many don’t know about. Steve is such an innovative, daredevil musician and a thoroughly beautiful human being. Being Capricorn’s main designer back in the day afforded me the opportunity to design Dixie Dregs’ first three LP covers, and after seeing them live a few times I became a vocal evangelist, laying my promotional copies on all my music buds. What an ensemble! And as a drummer myself, I was so in awe of Rod Morgenstein - what a monster. And thank you, Steve, for such thoughtful, candid answers.
I’m so jealous! Capricorn in its heyday!
Another old dude here also. Travelled to see the Dixie Dregs dozens of times in high school and college. One of the loudest bands I ever heard live. Also one of the best. Steve has always been someone that I considered one of the original Guitar Hero’s.
So then are YOU the person to ask about the "What If?" cover? Probably one of the most important records of my entire life - STARED at that cover for HOURS! "wtf IS that???"
Those album covers are iconic.
As is the music. Cruise Control was the theme song for WWF for like a decade - I hope Vince paid them
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I was fortunate enough to attend a Seminar put on by Steve Morse at the Musicians Exchange in Fort Lauderdale. He passed out tablature sheets, and put on a mind blowing demonstration. I was young and playing 6-7 hours a day. I needed to play 12-14 hours a day to just attempt to recreate what this man showed us. And melodic shredding which sent you to the moon. All of us badass young guns walked out humbled and impressed beyond measure. This man is a musical treasure.
The musicians exchange was the best. Saw so many great musicians there. I used to play the open mic in high school. 🎸🎸
Yeah Tony. I met Steve in florida at a jam at my ex brother in laws in Daytona around 78 or 79. didn't know him. blew me away back then... Became a huge fan. Saw him many times and got to chat a few times. I wonder what Dave LaRue has been up to.... anyway, yes, his shredding technique to me is not shredding, it is melodic playing of classical riffs at 250mph.. Like he said, just speed up Bach and add a double bass drum and you've got heavy metal.. LOL. What a great interview, eh? Cheers
@@peterpedersen1641 dave plays in Flying Colors w/ steve
Flying colors stuff is great!
Musicians Exchange Cafe was epic! So many great players performed there, from Leslie West to Steve Morse. Was fortunate enough to work there and get to see all those legends upstairs at night, in-between playing the rock bars around South Fla. Shout out to Sheldon Voss for hiring me and comping me all those shows! and of course...RIP to Don!
What a brilliant guy. I could listen to him play all day. Entirely unique musical voice.
Probably the best interview/performance I've ever saw....and I'm 70!
As a life-long Deep Purple and Blackmore fan, it wasn't easy to get into Morse, but watching the man perform over the years, you couldn't help but get blown away by how amazing he is. And now this video has really added some real humaniy to the legend, which just makes him even more awesome. Truly another great video on the channel.
I was devastated when Blackmore left and so disappointed he'd been replaced by a voice in its own right and not just a really flawless counterfeit. I instantly loved Loosen My Strings and Sometimes I Feel Like Screaming but the rest was too different. But for a few years now Purpendicular has been probably in my three most played DP albums. I also especially enjoyed Now What?! and Rapture of the Deep but above that I have loved seeing backstage footage of genuine joy on Jon Lord's face. The band no longer under Blackmore's shadow. I'm grateful to Steve. In my eyes he saved my favourite band and added something new which, with time, I've come to enjoy every bit as much as the earlier stuff.
Steve and the Dregs set new standards for fusion in the 70s. He is simply amazing, tasteful, accomplished, and a super decent person.
When I started playing guitar in the late 90s, I listened to Iommi, Blackmore, Lifeson, Page and the Ozzy guitarists. I also listened to Iron Maiden and other classic bands. Until then, I had a way of playing and studying guitar. When I was about 12 years old, I watched the DVD Live in Bombay (India), with Steve Morse on Purple. That was revolutionary. I listened to Malmsteen and things like that, but Steve Morse was on another level. I completely changed the way I study and listen to guitar. Morse always knows the notes he is playing, that was the most surprising thing for me. He didn't just move his fingers, he played what his brain and ear told him should be played. Because of this harmony between the melody and the chords, which is why the notes are always within the harmony, his sound is magical. They were perfect melodies, with perfect constructions: antecedent and consequent, notes that told a story. And the technique, the speed, was almost always used to connect phrases and ideas, and this means that it is not a mere demonstration of speed, but rather speed in favor of the music. Steve Morse is unique and is certainly the most prepared guitarist in the history of rock of all time. I'm the number 1 fan.
When I was around 12 Guitar Player magazine started putting those paper thin flexible records in each month like a centerfold for the ears instead of the eyes, and one of the first ones was "The Introduction" by Steve (it might actually have been the very first one, as in; an introduction to the new plastic records feature).
And that jam has stayed in my head these 50 years or so, there's an odd measure or two in there that is like right "in the pocket" and propels the song..
That was probably around 1977 and GP was trying to spotlight "unknown" talent which was so ironic in that the cover story that issue might have been the lead guitarist for REO Speedwagon talking about how he plays "way up on the neck" during solos because "it makes it easier to hear myself."
Contrast that with the guy on the plastic record, 😆
The band I have been in forever (TILES) had the opportunity to open for the Dregs. When Steve says in the interview that he has respect for successful players that treat people they don't know with respect, I can tell you that he and the whole band were incredibly generous and kind to us. Dave Larue (I am a bass player) was so kind and chatted with me and never once looked at his watch or looked rushed. He even remembered me when I saw him months later when the Dregs opened for Dream Theater, and Dave was seated at the bar when their set was done. We chatted again for quite a while.
Our band has a bad habit of being self-deprecating. When we were backstage with the guys, we must have made a couple of self-depreciating jokes, Steve Morse got really serious and looked us in the eye and said "Do not do that." "You should not do that, you are a good band and playing your butt off, that will bring things down and get into your psyche and attitude." It was an amazing moment and purely genuine.
Great interview Rick.
Yo, TILES is some great stuff! Presents of Mind is one of my favorites.
@@michaelrstover Thank you very much.
Going to check out Tiles based on your comment!!!
@@oldnew2583 "Static" is an easy one to start with. Let me know how you like it!
@@oldnew2583 Thank you. Pretending 2 Run is our latest and has Ian Anderson, Mike Portnoy, Mike Stern and Adam Holzman as special guests. It is a 2 CD concept album. Produced by Terry Brown and art work by Hugh Syme.
The Presents of Mind album is the album we supported Dream Theater.
I hope you dig the music.
He signed my Telecaster, when Deep Purple came to Malaysia and my band and I were fortunate enough to open for them in 2001 and we got to hang out with Steve backstage, he was so welcoming and came out to meet us and tell us he enjoyed the set. It was a thrill. (Just 1 strict rule: No 'Smoke on the Water' guitar riff during soundcheck or else...so of course I did the first 3 notes and the monitors go off, the stage manager comes out of nowhere and says, "Do you boys wanna do your soundcheck now?...or after the performance?".- the legend is true). Great to see Steve on Rick's Show! He is such a gentleman and an inspirational musician.
I love this man’s humble, sincere nature - and his musical wisdom. Another great Beato interview. Thank you - Steve Morse and Rick Beato!
Steve's humility is his strongest attribute. His and Rod's work have blessed me for 50+ years.
Whether or not you like it,after this episode your show is officially an institution, Rick. Congratulations! And thank you from the bottom of my heart on behalf of all artists and true lovers of the art.
Man, you are RIGHT! This was a good one.
I have admired Steve Morse since “Dregs of The Earth”. My favorite song on that album is “I’m Freaking Out”. Have never stopped following Steve. A real American Artist with his own style and who still to this day makes my hair stand up and a chill runs through my body when I hear those perfect chord progressions that move your body and soul.🙏🏻 Thank You Rick for this. Truly have been waiting for this interview🙌🏻
the most incredible, cinematic track ever
The chicken picking in that song is just so absolutely crunchy
So many great tunes on that album. My favorite is Pride O the Farm. Saw them live in Albany NY at J B Scott's in the early 80s. I was in absolute awe of Steve's playing.
I went to see Al DiMeola, John McLaughlin and Paco Delucia in Melbourne, Australia in the early 80's after buying the "One Night In San Francisco" album. To my astonishment, Steve Morse was announced as the opening act and he proceeded to play an hours worth of original compositions on nylon string guitar and it was absolutely sublime. I was already a huge fan of Steves as I'd recently bought "Industry Standard" by The Dregs. What a magical night for a then young, uninformed guitarist to witness. 4 masters giving everything in the moment for the moment.
Rick thank you for this gift! I can see the utter admiration and humility in your face as you were talking to Steve. In 1981 I was a freshman at a small college in San Bernardino California and somehow was volunteered to be an usher for a show for a band I never heard of. The band was none other then The Dixie Dregs on their Dregs of the Earth tour. There were only a small group of people in the audience, mainly music students from the college. Steve and the band played their hearts out that evening and were absolutely on fire, playing tunes from their latest and arguably one of their best albums, Dregs of the Earth. I’ve been a devoted fan of Steve and his music ever since and have seen him play many, many times with various bands and musicians over the years. I once saw The Steve Morse band open for Allan Holdsworth in Baltimore Md! Absolutely mind altering show. Steve thank you for all of the great music that you’ve composed and continue to compose. You are a musical anomaly and a rare musician/guitarist with extraordinary skill and a truly gifted musical perspective. I feel blessed to have witnessed and enjoyed your music for so many decades. ☮️
What an amazing concert that must've been! I did get to see Holdsworth with Jimmy Johnson and Chad Wackerman (SO good!!), but I never got to see Steve live. But, he definitely changed the way I hear music, especially with regard to guitar players. He's the Master!
I envy you !
Was that at Ramshead Live? I first saw the Dregs in 1981, opening for the Doobie Brothers at Merriweather Post Pavillion (You might know the place ;) ). I was on the lawn and probably one of the few people there just for the Dregs, because no one was listening when they were on stage - just throwing frisbees and beach balls and talking. I could barely hear them. I saw Steve many times after that, often in small venues like The Birchmere. I'd see the many of the same people at these shows. I saw him about a few months after he broke his right wrist skateboarding, and I was concerned he was using that wrist so soon.
@@richardgrier8968 I’d have never forgotten an experience like that. Thank you for sharing.
This is music history gold. I don't think it's fair to expect brilliant musicians to also automatically be givers and teachers, but when they are, like Steve Morse and Rick Beato clearly are, then it's really special.
One of the greatest ever. Period. I've never heard anyone else do alternate picking so widely and precisely - like on his amazing Tumeni Notes. He had once left the music business and worked as a commercial airline pilot. Thank God he came back to the music. He's still light years beyond so many others. A world class musician/guitarist. Not to mention a really cool, friendly, humble guy.
I agree, completely. When I bought High Tension Wires in 1988, and Tumeni Notes came on, my jaw dropped.
@@DropAnchor1978I know right. High Tension Wires blew my mind with Steve’s virtuosity, tone, melody, and of course that picking hand of his is unreal.
I heard of a funny story where the flight crews had a Christmas party and Steve got up to play with the band and everyone's jaw dropped because they had no idea who he was and what he could do !! Whether true or not, that certainly would happen!
Hands down Steve Morse is my favorite musician! I'm 62 now and have been listening to his music since the mid 1980's.
When we get in my old convertible a Morse CD hit's the deck. My wife says why do you still listen to that after all these years?
The response to my wife of 36 years is "I'm a man who knows what I Like."
I would have told her that I'm still married to you after all these years because GOOD NEVER GETS OLD!
This man has composed so much music that has brought so much joy into people's lives, and how humble, genuine and unassuming he is just amazing. Thank you Steve and Rick for this great interview!
Rick, We all want part 2! Steve is incredible
Only on RUclips and only on Rick Beato would I get to see and hear such a well done interview. Just love how you let the Steve talk and tell us and show us what makes him special. This is the internet at its very best and musicanship at its apex! Thank you!
I have been technically locked in my house for 35 years where I wanted to be with my wife I used to play music in high school and I just let it go. I lost my wife and now I’m trying to pick the music back up. I feel like I lost an eternity of music when I listen to this interview I can’t believe a human can play with the feel and expertise as Steve does his experience his words Are so emotional they’re almost spiritual to me. I wish I could go back in time but I can’t- Thank you so much for this interview. It brought me back to earth and in heaven all at the same time. Thank you and God bless.
No other channel does anything close to this level of depth.That’s why you get such iconic musicians to interview. It must have been a total delight to sit there listening to Steve humbly demonstrating such astounding dexterity and musicianship! Thanks Rick and Steve! 😊
You learn by doing! What a wonderful demonstration of Steve’s wisdom and humility!
At the end of "Jesu," Rick looked like he was on the edge of a tear. And so was I!
WOW wow wow.......this is absolute GOLD! Steve Morse is such a gem...his playing is jaw-dropping... his thorough knowledge of music and ability to make it understandable is remarkable. It's awesome to see Beato and Morse in conversation.
Steve Morse is so good, that in the 80's, he won Guitar Player Magazine's "Guitarist of the Year" award 5 years straight and they disqualified him from winning again. He wasn't the only guitarist to achieve this, but I think that GP mag had to ask people to STOP voting for him, because he'd won 5 years in a row, but fans didn't care. I've been listening to him for 40 years but have never seen him play until today and I simply don't have the words to describe his mastery of the instrument or the beauty of his playing.
I have all his solo stuff...Steve Morse Band..all the Dregs stuff...no wonder he was voted 5 years in a row!..Steve is phenomenal....
This interview with Steve was soo good! I’m an amateur cellist and having him talk about Bach and The Cello Suites and the difficulty of bringing out the the important voices was confirmation. He is a genius on so many levels. Wonderful to hear him talk about the nuts and bolts of what he does and the artistic aspects of performance. One of the best interviews. Thank You Rick
I had never heard that Steve Morse has difficulty with arthritis, He's been so prolific over the years, he just bit the bullet and continued performing despite having some serious health challenges. Another example of his commitment to excellence.
Shawn lane played with arthritis as well.
Deepest respect for Mr. Morse and thankful for him breathing life back into Deep Purple for years with his incomparable talent.. Thanks Rick!
“Working on my 4th method now”. So inspiring. True dedication to the art form. Definitely swept the whole floor. What an honor to have shared an hour with you both. Thank you!
Yes an honor. Steve is a beautiful person, so focused and clear.
I love when an interview ends and I feel like a different person! This guy is the real deal.
Rick, dude you are setting the new precedent for music artist interviews! Loving everything you’re doing brother. Major props 🙌🏼
I will NEVER forget the first time I heard Steve! It was the release of The Dixie Dregs "Unsung Heroes" record. He absolutely blew my mind. He has been my favorite guitarist since that moment, and I still talk to my professional friends about hearing Steve for the first time, To This Day!! After this, I have even MORE respect for him than I did then. What a genius, brilliant musician! This video just thrilled my soul. Thank you, Rick!
First time I heard Steve was on the Purpendicular album, his first with Deep Purple, and I immediately knew that band was going to thrive more than ever. Then I had to hear his Dregs, solo stuff and, of course, Flying Colors. What an absolute gentleman and amazing musician. Some of the most moving guitar solos I have ever heard (and felt) have come from his hands. Beautiful.
Unsung Heroes is one of the most played albums in my collection. I bought a copy back in 1983. I had a cassette with The Dregs on one side and Larry Carlton on the other. Played it over and over in my '73 Grand Am. I finally met Steve at a show last spring. Such a humble genius.
Day 444 is a masterpiece
@@reidwhitton6248 I'm so glad you got to meet him! Nobody plays like Steve! Don't get me wrong, I love Pat Metheny! But, Steve absolutely blew my mind in 1983, and STILL continues to blow my mind. Peace to you, Reid!
@@Joe_Murphy-REV_Realty Very different players but both great composers. Those are the musicians I want to listen to for life.
Rick, this interview means so much to me. I consider Dregs music to be as close to sacred as it gets - Steve Morse is not only a fantastic guitarist, he’s a world-class *composer* . Despite having been with Deep Purple since the mid 90s, Steve still flies too far under most players/listeners’ radar. I hope your interview helps change that!! 🙏 🎸
Many years ago a friend of mine who's brother was like one of the top 3 execs at Ernie Ball was going to the NAMM show and he asked me if there was anything I wanted from the show. From a previous conversation with him he said that Steve Morse was going to be in the EB booth. So I asked him for signed photo of Steve Morse. My friend told me that when he asked Steve to sign the photo, Steve asked him why would anyone want a signed photo of me. Such an unassuming, monstrous talent. I lived in South Florida when the Dregs were just getting their start and used to go to all the free shows they used to play, like at the U of Miami, Florida Atlantic University etc. The Dregs have been one of my favorite groups since their inception and I've followed Steve's career ever since. He sits among the top of my musical influencers and heroes.
Steve Morse is a genius level musician, and just one of the most humble people on the planet. His compliments about Rick are spot on, and that last line, "Actually, it was level," was a perfect way to wrap it up.
These interviews really make me feel like I am just watching two (or more) good friends hang out, talk shop and reminisce. And it is ALL interesting. Even the tech stuff about guitar I find fascinating, though I don't play.
Another stellar interview!
Went to see Steve in a small venue here in Kansas City (Grand Emporium) when he was touring with just a bass player and a drummer (probably in 1986 or so?). Between sets he walked past our table and I just told him how much I was enjoying his playing. He sat down and spent the entire break just talking to us about guitar, and about being a professional musician. He was the kindest, most down to earth dude I’d ever met. Just a really great guy.
Before this show I had no real idea who Steve Morse was except for seeing him with other guitarists at NAMM. After this interview, I am now a Steve Morse fan. What a good man and musical genius. Steve, I salute you! John in Prague
Deep Purple saw him blown away.
What an absolute joy this was/is. I am alternating between gobsmacked, overwhelmed, ecstatic,and humbled. You can feel Steves love and joy in everything I have ever heard him play. 🎉❤🎉❤
Thank you for your service, sir! Your channel is a treasure trove of 20th-century music history. Beautiful.
21st century as well…
Rick is the only one doing this on this level. Just letting the artists talk is fantastic.
Your insightful and informative interviews will be historically significant for decades. Kudos.
I saw Steve Morse at the Coach House 23 years ago. What a show!
At the end he bent down and handed me his pick. I was so blown away! Lifetime fan!
lol I also have a pick that Steve
gave me. What a great player and person.
@@darkstar9480 That’s amazing!
I was at that show too. Along with all the subsequent ones as well. Steve is the best and the Coach House remains one of my favorite places to see performances. The one thing I like about Steve is he comes out and talks to the fans after the show (at least he did and the Coach House).
Steve is my all-time favorite guitarist. Have been following him since 1982. A beautiful man with so much talent, heart, and soul. Thank you for this great interview. I am not a musician, but I love the insights that Steve gives on music and on life in general. God bless him and his family.
I have been a Steve Morse fan since 1975 or so...the Dregs shows were so flippin' excellent. I have never forgotten what Jeff Beck said, that he considered Morse to be the best guitarist in the world at that time (I think it was 1978 or so). To get an accolade like that from Jeff Beck...it does not get better than that!
I hear there is a new Dregs album coming out and a possible tour (come to Atlanta!). I will certainly be in attendance. Cannot wait to see this genius. I hate to hear how he is having wrist issues. I am hoping most of the old Dregs are still in the band and in tow for the ride!
Now this is an interview i had hoped for
I’ve seen Steve 58 times! The Dixie Dregs, The Dregs, Steve Morse and the Steve Morse Band!
So glad to see him with a guitar in his hands again! We are sorry for your loss Steve
This guy is one of the best, and has been for a long long time.
The first part of this video is a clinic.
He also plays for Flying Colors with
Neal Morse and Mike Portnoy.
Amazing talent, Saw him back
in 1977 an Acoustic show with
Al Di Meola, John McLaughlin
& Paco de Lucia. 4 legends Paco
RIP.
Yesss!
Steve opened, then returned for encores. All four of them at once. Tasty, not playing over one another, revealing their own styles and riffing off one another. A warm evening in San Diego, at the amphitheater at State. Absolutely magical. Sigh…
Thank you so much for that interview. Steve Morse is my all-time favorite guitar player. That was an awesome interview! Hearing him play live still to this day gives me goosebumps and even a tear or two in my eye when he plays. He has so much feel, tambour, and melodic feel whether he is playing rock, fusion, or classical. Awesome. Thank you!
Steve's playing, even solo, always has a deliberately *orchestral* flavor; there is so much going on that it often sounds like several different instruments--not just guitars. His style is unique, multivariate, and instantly recognizable.
That intro completely blew me away. Absolute master! What a gift to get to witness this for free. Thank you Rick! God, his use of the controls and pedals while playing so beautifully is astounding.
I saw Steve Morse when he opened for RUSH on the Power Windows tour (Austin, Jan 86). It was my first concert ever, and I have never forgotten how incredible he was on guitar.
I saw that same tour. Pensacola. I kept hoping he would be invited on stage with Rush. Alex was watching Steve from the side of the stage. Steve would be perfect person to work with Geddy Lee.
I follow Steve ever since he joined Deep Purple in 1994. What a fantastic guitarist! I understand why you had to leave Deep Purple, but, Steve, you're dearly missed by the Deep Purple fans, specially in Europe where the Dregs don't play...
Steve...every time I've had an interaction with you, from my Guitar Center San Diego days in the early 80s and since....you've been a gentleman, down to earth, kind and gracious. I can't thank you enough for 40 years of inspiration and enjoyment. Peace and healing and gratitude...always. Edward Sanchez, San Diego
This is one of the greatest interviews I've ever seen with Steve Morse. Your level of knowledge of music truly helped make the interview amazing. You weren't just trying to blow smoke up his ass or ask the same mundane questions. Steve Morse is truly a guitar god. I'm hoping that fans of your channel that have never heard him or of him learn how great he truly is. There are very few who are at Steve's level. Thank you so much for this Rick.
One of my all-time favorite guitarist. I had the pleasure of meeting him a couple of times and you will not find a more humble, down to earth guy. Rick, you must have to pinch yourself to actually get to hang with our heroes - and the fact that they are familiar with your online work must blow your mind! I'm lucky to have met a bunch of musicians admire and you know what guys like Steve, BB King, Eric Johnson, Warren Haynes all have in common? No ego, humble and grateful to be doing what they do. Thanks Rick, for this long overdue video!
I saw Steve when he played with Deep Purple. His solo's always followed the songs, but never were copies or imitations. Loved every note of it.
Agree. I was a kid in high school and my first big concert was Deep Purple with Steve Morse. I was blown away by his playing. Richie is of course the guy, but he filled in great and did an amazing job.
Steve is everything to which I aspired as a musician/guitar player. Rick's master class deserves re-airing every month. What a blessing...
Met Steve Morse backstage when he was on tour with Deep Purple. One of the most humble and kindest people I've ever met. This guy was already a guitar hero before most of us had even picked up a guitar... 🙂
I’ve been trying my best to be a full-time musician for over 30 years. Mr. Morse inspires me and touches my heart. Thank you, Rick, for doing all this. I believe you are changing lives for the better.
Love Steve Morse, a GREAT guitarist!! The feel and emotion is Unbelievable! Thank you, Rick for the interview. He’s one of the best and a true survivor.❣️❣️❣️👍🏼👍🏼🙏👊🏻✌🏼
I love Steve's classical playing, It makes me cry because it's so wonderful and emotional. Thank you so much Steve Morse
I started crying--I was just emotional overwhelmed..the beauty of the notes, Steve's heart (humanity)...so much music history 50 years.
I'm a Millennial but I honestly adore the contribution that the Baby Boomers (my parents' generation) made to music. I'm watching this video with a sense of sadness knowing that all these greats will be gone within the next 10-20 years. Thankyou Rick for recording all these awesome interviews!
Legends live forever.
Right now is the time in the present to enjoy our heroes who have brought us so much enjoyment, Time is short and moves so quickly, this interview is so special. @@marcos_c_m
I used to crank Steves solo album “the introduction” while driving in the 80s, been a fan since then, his tone and composition are all his own...unmistakeablely Steve Morse...thanks for high lighting this massively under-appreciated guitar legend
I wasn't the only one who appreciated that album. It really was a gem.
Got them on tour with Rush on the Power Windows tour
Indeed “The Introduction” was an ear opening recording and one of my favorites especially “Cruise Missile”.
Thank you Rick!!!
I have been a fan of Steve's since the early 1980's and have seen him with The Dregs, Kansas and Deep Purple. More people need to know about Steve's work! ✌️
57:29 - damn, that really hit home. That Prime Cuts release of his was a *major* influence and helped to really shape how I approach-pen stringed rhythm ideas. Another great interview in the book, Rick
Wow, wow, wow!!! Steve has always had the speed of the fastest players, but with an incredible sense of melody and style. One of our daughters has "Morse" as her middle name, in honor of this genius.
Simply put.. Steve Morse is one of the finest guitar players to ever play the instrument. I love instrumental music and literally own every Steve Morse Band and Dixie Dregs album. I'm very happy for Steve's success with Deep Purple but I have to admit I'm selfishly missing all of those great instrumental records he used to make. Love the interview! 👌🎸
Steve is a master, a gentleman and the humblest rockstar I've ever seen play. I had the good luck to meet him a few times and I can assure you that he is always that nice. Hope Janine's health has improved, you both are always in my thoughts.
Rick, thank you for this year-end gift.
I love Steve Morse so much, he was one of the best things to ever happen to Deep Purple, along with Don Airey. But I have to say, I'm also impressed with the quality of the questions Rick asks here! Great guy, great questions, great musicianship. What a delight. Thank you Mr. Beato.
Night meets light, was the first Dregs song I ever heard. I was thrust into a musical paradise of castles, and bravery. I was so disappointed that his music never grew in popularity so that he could maintain a resounding place in the music of the world daily. But things are what they are. His skills and compositions surpass even the most eclectic guitarists of this present time. Timeless, heroic, the blending of power and finesse. He taught me years ago, clean chords and dirty lines. Just amazing.
Stellar and beautifully written content. Couldn’t agree more
Rick what you are doing , to preserve the history of what I call my era of music is monumental. I always wanted to be a professional guitar player but it wasn’t in the stars. As you know life takes many twists and turns. I find your interviews with my favorite musicians incredible, thank you for your hard work. Rock on.
Going thru so much pain, there is the road to be the real musician and lovable human being .God Bless You Steve Morse!👍
Loved it when Steve joined Deep Purple, a band I had been listening to for decades and he made an awesome job. He earned lots of respect.
What a treasure Steve is. Steve Morse and Dixie Dregs forever! 💙. So proud of the Capricorn Records and Macon, Georgia ties, along with Augusta, and the times at the University of Miami …
When we hear the word technique we often think of “tapping” or “finger style”. But here, you see a player who has crafted intricate systems of playing with harmonics, bends and alternate picking that show that he took no shortcuts - it’s like a Samurai playing guitar, the technique and execution are one thing. Flawless and effortless because of the mastery of the smallest details. I really love his playing on Introduction”, so ballsy and so musically wide ranging. A great.
Steve Morse is a monumentally talented musician with a work ethic and respect and love for his craft rarely seen in this world. Phenomenal interview.
Steve is my favorite player of all time. I have had the privilege of following him for a long time and seeing him many times in concert. I met him on several occasions and he was always gracious, unassuming, and friendly. He's not just a superb artist, but a fine person. Thank you, Steve, for all of the music.
True inspiration. Even in the face of pain he continues to persist and carry on. If he didn't mention it, you'd be none the wiser. What a legend 👏
Love this guy. The great American hero of guitar. Even with all the physical deficiencies that he was hit with later in his life, he still, to this day, plays and sounds fantastic. He has written and performed some of the most pleasing, satisfying, original, and quite simply indispensable guitar music the world has ever heard. A living legend.
He's a pilot also. He sometimes fly to Deep Purple Gigs.
I am nearly speechless by this recent run of phenomenal interviews...wow. Steve is such a cool dude, aside from being obviously insanely talented. And Rick...as usual you seem to be able to provide these guys the perfect space to just relax and be themselves, asking all the right things at just the right point. Mastery on both sides. Thank you so much for these.
exactly my thoughts
So back in ‘82-3 I was going to GIT in LA and the Dregs were playing in the area… I’m a huge fan and sat 2 feet in front of Steve at the NAMM Show, then at a local concert we actually helped them carry amps and equipment out to the truck as they were short on roadies!!! I was like “I just helped the GREAT Steve Morse, I can’t believe it.!!!” I can sing along to so many of his great “compositions” and I believe he is one of the rare and great “composers” of our time… thank you sir for your invaluable talents and thrills you have given to us all.!!! 🙏🎶😇💜🙏
Steve is so cool...I was demoing at that NAMM show and he noticed I don't use a pick. So he takes me over and introduces me to Thumbs Carllile! Just the nicest man , unusual in this business
Steve is not only one of the most talented and amazing musicians but he is one of the most down to earth human beings. He really is a musical treasure to be sure. Thank you Rick for making this interview happen, you did a fantastic job.
Rick- your audience spans young and old alike. Allowing your guest an opportunity to play us a tune at the top of the hour allows those who may not be immediately familiar to become acquainted with our guests. Bravo, great idea and great jam Steve!
I saw this great human being in the early 90’s in Augusta Ga at the Old Post Office Club on Washington Rd. After the show I talked with him for about 15 minutes while the roadies were breaking down the stage. He was sooo nice. Got his autograph and just talked music. Again a great great man.
I was there!!!
Oh dear God, has there ever been a better album to get lost in than High Tension Wires? Such an amazing and under-rated guitarist. Foolish me always wondered what it would be like if he really rocked out; well I got my answer with the latest Flying Colors album. Holy smokes that man is incredible. Such an amazing and wonderful human being too. I started praying for his health, especially his hands. Still praying for his wife's recovery!!! I think I have at least 40 of his albums.