R.I.P. Les Paul I thank you, how you opened the road for many musicians today. You shall be rememberd for every time I put my hand on a electric guitar
Im a school teacher in México and told to my 12 years old students that an extraordinaire man has passed away and his name was Les Paul, Every legend must be remember.Viva Les Paul¡
He is amazing! I was lucky enough to see him about 4 times when he still played every Monday night at Fat Tuesdays. He even signed the back of my 1952 Gold top Les Paul! While he was looking at it, he said "Man, this guitar is worth a lot of money" I said "Les, it will be worth a lot more as soon as you sign it" That cracked him up. He is such a nice and approachable guy. If you ever get a chance to see him, do it! Before it's to late!
Les Paul is one of the best of all time. Great guitar player, great engineer and all around tinkerer of electronic gizmos! He really gets the most out of his instrument. Don't let his age fool you! He can still get after it!
I saw Les around this same time. August of 97' We went to the early show, and loved it so much we paid extra to stay for the the night show.Both were different sets. We got to meet Les and his son.Great people.Les makes the "Metal Shredders" of the 80's look like a bunch of chumps!!
Saw Slash in an interview talking about what it was like to jam with Les Paul. He said "It reminded me how long I've been playing--not that long!" They had a great jam session and both enjoyed it.
This is great love your video of him. I only had a camera with me at the time. I got up to take a picture of the band from my seat all the way off the side And they stop playing stuck there heads out and posed for the picture only a second but it was so cool. every body was laughing. They did,nt miss a beat like it was part of the show. great man.
Basically any recording today in one way or another reflects Les' technical influence. This is not to mention his performance style that he gave freely to players across numerous generations! But above all was his simply amazing and gracious demeanor, his willingness to listen to any new musical style and discuss any new technical concept!
Les Paul was one of those guys that never seemed to make a mistake, every movement had it's purpose. His attention to detail and his improvisational ability was extraordinary to say the least, he covered a lot of ground with his playing. Just listen to some of the guys that he inspired (i.e. Steve Howe) and look at the company he kept (i.e. Chet Atkins). Les Paul was the real deal, that's why his name is on so many of our guitars! Wish I could have met him.
I just heard a 1990s interview with Les Paul with Terry Gross. When he started playing again in the 1990s, he said he had arthritis so bad he could only move two fingers on hand that frets. Check out in this video and you'll notice his hand fingering is limited, but the man is still the king!
Les Still Plays At The Iridium Every Monday Nite..Not Every Night..Jeez At 92 He Still Needs Some Rest..Ha..He Loves It And If Your In NYC See Les Paul..You Wont Regret It...
... But only because he's outlived most of those who were old enough to remember him in his prime. He's a legend and a genius! I wonder who was the first person ever to receive a signature endorsement from a music company ?
At Les's home away from home - The Iridium in NYC...you must go to see him...If you go - get tickets for the second show, it will be worth your wait!!!
I've had a red studio model since 2005, my dad is an electrician and did the wiring for this dude's hot tub, and payed him with the guitar instead of the money, I think it was made in 2000, Its the best guitar I've ever had, and I am in love with it, play it everyday, its what I want to do in life, ya know? its red like passion, and heavy to the touch because each musical tone I create with it has a unique mystical density, and voice, I can express what ever it is that I feel most, I just vomit
I think that most people who say he's not a great guitarist can't play that great themselves. In any case, i do believe there were many great guitarists in his prime - as there are many unknown great ones today. The part one misses is his invention of multi-track recording. Hard to dismiss this contribution.
@Sqroob Yes, he was in a bad car wreck in 1948 and it shattered his arm and elbow. They told him they would have to set it in one spot as it couldn't move again. So he had it set to where he could hold and play his guitar. Took him a year and a half to recover. I'd say he did recover pretty well too.
omg i remember this! i was like 5 years old! my uncle took me to see this live and he was making a big deal out of the experience i would get from watching that "old man", i didnt know who he was then! I WAS SUCH AN IDIOT!! FUK!
Godspeed Lester. You had one heckuva run. . FWIW: The guitar Les is playing was NOT built by Gibson. They supplied the headstock logo. It was built by Tommy Doyle.
@nymetsrock You couldn't be more wrong, it's a very multifunctional guitar. It sounds great for jazz yes, but I prefer it for how it sounds while playing blues and rock. Nothing beats that beefy gritty sound when it comes to tearing up the house!
He may be an old fart, but he is probabably the most influential, funniest, best guitarist and kindest old fart out there. Seriously, I probably won't be half the fart he was, just a small gas leak that no one will notice. What I really mean to say is that I admire this man for what he was, and for what he left behind for the rest of the world. Rest In Peace, Lester William "Les Paul" Polfus.
people dont understand the guitar the les paul. people use for heavy metal, and hard rock, it is a jazz guitar. people think it was made for hardcore stuff, and it wasnt
right i have read or heard most of what you say, but he gets royalties from "les paul" sales. i just thought maybe he would want to promote the line a little more over the years. i think the only time i have seen him play one is back in the mid 50's with mary.
Hey, Les was just about the the "electric guitar" try this! Electric guitar, Sound on sound, Close miking, Multi track, Echo chamber, The Les Paul Paulverizer, The Gibson Les Paul Solid body guitar
R.I.P. Les Paul I thank you, how you opened the road for many musicians today. You shall be rememberd for every time I put my hand on a electric guitar
Im a school teacher in México and told to my 12 years old students that an extraordinaire man has passed away and his name was Les Paul, Every legend must be remember.Viva Les Paul¡
93 years old and hes still in love with music..just look at him when he plays.
He is amazing! I was lucky enough to see him about 4 times when he still played every Monday night at Fat Tuesdays. He even signed the back of my 1952 Gold top Les Paul! While he was looking at it, he said "Man, this guitar is worth a lot of money" I said "Les, it will be worth a lot more as soon as you sign it" That cracked him up. He is such a nice and approachable guy. If you ever get a chance to see him, do it! Before it's to late!
R.I.P Les Paul we will never forget you thanks for the guitar the shape n' the tone now you are immortal 'cause your guitar
R.I.P. Les Paul - you were a great musician and innovator!
Les Paul is one of the best of all time. Great guitar player, great engineer and all around tinkerer of electronic gizmos! He really gets the most out of his instrument. Don't let his age fool you! He can still get after it!
Genius inventor/player; great man.
R.I.P. Mr. Les Paul 1915-2009
I saw Les around this same time. August of 97' We went to the early show, and loved it so much we paid extra to stay for the the night show.Both were different sets. We got to meet Les and his son.Great people.Les makes the "Metal Shredders" of the 80's look like a bunch of chumps!!
RIP Les Paul...Thanks for everything
R.I.P. This is a very sad day. We will miss you much!!! I hope and pray that I get to be 94 and still able to wail on the guitar!!!
Saw Slash in an interview talking about what it was like to jam with Les Paul. He said "It reminded me how long I've been playing--not that long!" They had a great jam session and both enjoyed it.
RIP a true genuis and legend. you will be missed
GOD I LOVE THIS MAN! =D I miss him!
Thank you for identifying the song.
RIP Awesome guitar player and amazing inventor!
rip will be missed forever and ever.
This is great love your video of him. I only had a camera with me at the time. I got up to take a picture of the band from my seat all the way off the side And they stop playing stuck there heads out and posed for the picture only a second but it was so cool. every body was laughing. They did,nt miss a beat like it was part of the show. great man.
Happy 96th Birthday Les Paul!
The man, the myth, the legend...
God Bless you Les Paul.
Live Long and Happy ^_^ keep on jamming man, keep on jamming.
Basically any recording today in one way or another reflects Les' technical influence. This is not to mention his performance style that he gave freely to players across numerous generations! But above all was his simply amazing and gracious demeanor, his willingness to listen to any new musical style and discuss any new technical concept!
Les Paul was one of those guys that never seemed to make a mistake, every movement had it's purpose. His attention to detail and his improvisational ability was extraordinary to say the least, he covered a lot of ground with his playing. Just listen to some of the guys that he inspired (i.e. Steve Howe) and look at the company he kept (i.e. Chet Atkins). Les Paul was the real deal, that's why his name is on so many of our guitars! Wish I could have met him.
yea i met him this past monday i cant believe how good he still is and yea he is a real character haah
I just heard a 1990s interview with Les Paul with Terry Gross. When he started playing again in the 1990s, he said he had arthritis so bad he could only move two fingers on hand that frets. Check out in this video and you'll notice his hand fingering is limited, but the man is still the king!
Thanks, Les. RIP....
Les Still Plays At The Iridium Every Monday Nite..Not Every Night..Jeez At 92 He Still Needs Some Rest..Ha..He Loves It And If Your In NYC See Les Paul..You Wont Regret It...
Happy Birthday Les
LONG LIVE LES PAUL
... But only because he's outlived most of those who were old enough to remember him in his prime. He's a legend and a genius! I wonder who was the first person ever to receive a signature endorsement from a music company ?
You influenced so many including me RIP Lester
The legend.
God blessed Les Paul for making the BEST guitar in the world!
yes he is and he is still playin at a small bar in new york almost every evening
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LES!!!! Keep on jamming!!!
especially live - a true showman...thanks for watching..!
At Les's home away from home - The Iridium in NYC...you must go to see him...If you go - get tickets for the second show, it will be worth your wait!!!
My born day
R.I.P. Les Paul
luv him hes a legend
Go for it Les! :)
Groovy, man!
hey, that's my birthday!!! the greatest...
It's a nice old standard called "I've Found a New Baby" by Palmer and Williams. Great tune.
hes still going strong at 93 !
That is a hell of guitar..! I wish he sold me just that!
couldn't have said it better!
R.I.P les pauls
It's Lou Pallo. He plays in the trio even today.
we should all thank les paul since he's playing a les paul
First time I've ever heard AC hum from Les Paul's amp.
RIP!
Lol I love how you said "before its too late".
That could mean one of two things, God forbid!
I just got tickets for next Monday, Dec 18th 8:00 p.m.. Can't Wait! (I should mention that's 2006)
I've had a red studio model since 2005, my dad is an electrician and did the wiring for this dude's hot tub, and payed him with the guitar instead of the money, I think it was made in 2000,
Its the best guitar I've ever had, and I am in love with it, play it everyday, its what I want to do in life, ya know? its red like passion, and heavy to the touch because each musical tone I create with it has a unique mystical density, and voice, I can express what ever it is that I feel most, I just vomit
les is the best
R. I. P.
Smoke Rings is the name..........absolutely beautiful.
he plays really good
this was filmed on my 7th birthday =]
I think that most people who say he's not a great guitarist can't play that great themselves. In any case, i do believe there were many great guitarists in his prime - as there are many unknown great ones today. The part one misses is his invention of multi-track recording. Hard to dismiss this contribution.
yea i heard about that
thats crazy dedication
thats a fucking beautiful guitar, and he's the fucking world champ
@Sqroob Yes, he was in a bad car wreck in 1948 and it shattered his arm and elbow. They told him they would have to set it in one spot as it couldn't move again. So he had it set to where he could hold and play his guitar. Took him a year and a half to recover. I'd say he did recover pretty well too.
like a boss
R.I.P
You just proved my point!
Nice. Mr Les Paul can play really good :)
i'd kill for that guitar
omg i remember this! i was like 5 years old! my uncle took me to see this live and he was making a big deal out of the experience i would get from watching that "old man", i didnt know who he was then! I WAS SUCH AN IDIOT!! FUK!
That guitar is really nice :)
He's still alive. He is 91.
Les Paul's Les Paul is one of the nicest looking Les Pauls ive ever seen. Les Paul lol
that is really old to still be playin guitar. hes really good, i just got a documentary on him.
Godspeed Lester. You had one heckuva run.
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FWIW: The guitar Les is playing was NOT built by Gibson. They supplied the headstock logo.
It was built by Tommy Doyle.
The song is I Found A New Baby
damn!
Woody4270 - "The video camera work was really bad!"
Thanks Woody.....
Yeah, the guitar Les plays is customized. He calls it "The Recorder" because it is the guitar he uses in the studio.
goin to see him tonight
RIP
@nymetsrock You couldn't be more wrong, it's a very multifunctional guitar. It sounds great for jazz yes, but I prefer it for how it sounds while playing blues and rock. Nothing beats that beefy gritty sound when it comes to tearing up the house!
I hope I'm still as active at age 93! (That's how old Les will be on June 9!)
How funny would it be to see him playing a Strat :D:D
Thats like me going into my house and saying, I can get this computer, FOR FREE!!!
Nice : )
I'd love to buy that as a backing track!
He may be an old fart, but he is probabably the most influential, funniest, best guitarist and kindest old fart out there. Seriously, I probably won't be half the fart he was, just a small gas leak that no one will notice.
What I really mean to say is that I admire this man for what he was, and for what he left behind for the rest of the world.
Rest In Peace, Lester William "Les Paul" Polfus.
RIP and hi to hendrix
Got a little carried away with that amazing zoom lever? What else did you get for Christmas. *LOL*
people dont understand the guitar the les paul. people use for heavy metal, and hard rock, it is a jazz guitar. people think it was made for hardcore stuff, and it wasnt
@Jimmyz96 He is an inventor and a good guitarist. Doesn't match and is outdated by many guitarists.
That's a hell of a man.
his main influence
right i have read or heard most of what you say, but he gets royalties from "les paul" sales. i just thought maybe he would want to promote the line a little more over the years. i think the only time i have seen him play one is back in the mid 50's with mary.
Thanks frostyjr2 for your answer.
93 and he's actin like he's 18
Hey,
Les was just about the the "electric guitar" try this!
Electric guitar,
Sound on sound,
Close miking,
Multi track,
Echo chamber,
The Les Paul Paulverizer,
The Gibson Les Paul Solid body guitar
Check the date of the film DA.
The world record for a guitar was Jimi Hendrix's guitar for less than a million.