I also love the 'historical' anecdotes of the times. Maybe some of the early songs were written in vacuums but even then, it's rather wonderful to realize how contextual (if not biographical) these songs were. Even MAXWELL's, ROCKY's and LOSE THAT GIRL become richer, more appreciated. I always hope all composers leave these breadcrumbs for us to trail along.
Revolution unlocked! When you're a kid it sounds like a glorious rock and roll thrash about. Actually it's total rock and roll virtuosity. One of your best works.
Great job Mr Sixth Beatle, always love the back story and when you blend it all together at the end is great! Always look forward and love it! Thanx for sharing!
Fantastic lesson! This is the best Beatle guitar teacher I've ever seen and I've been working on Beatles guitar since they WERE Beatles. If you want to learn to play guitar look no further than Mike!
Even after watching your channel for years, you continue to amaze me with your comprehensive knowledge of my favorite band. I don’t care what street John or Paul were born on. I love that you dissect all the parts that went into the songs.
Fabulous analysis. Thanks. One of your best, Mike. One thing that deserves comment and emphasis is how John’s guitar creatively extends the basic Chuck Berry riffs and lead lines, adding originality and harmonic spice to back up the singing and making the song unique and distinctively a Beatles song. The Beatles never copied directly from their heroes. The made everything their own.
I’ve always loved this song and how heavy it gets, also another fact I always liked about this song (if I remember it correctly) was that people would return the record because they thought the massive fuzz/distortion was a result of the record being broken. Great video as always, Mike, and I know I’m asking this over and over so I apologize again for that but if you ever decide to do more of The Beatles’ heavier tracks I’d love to see Helter Skelter, I Want You (She’s So Heavy) or And Your Bird Can Sing just for that awesome dual guitar harmonies
These videos are incredible so interesting to see all the minute details I’d never picked up in their playing, it would be great if you also did the bass parts.
Excellent job Mike. I love to watch your lessons. I've been playing guitar for more than 50 yrs. And I am still learning. Thanks Mike. I grew up with the Beatles and have always been a John Lennon fan. Keep rocking on :)
Awesome vid and lesson, Mike. Love how you go through the recording process/history the band used as well. Really adds a lot of depth to the presentation and puts us right there in the studio during the production.
Remember learning the song as a 15 year old. I had piano lessons at school since age of 8. Grade 6 by age 15. Played guitar since 10 yearsold. I was lucky born into a music family and was gifted with a good ear even though I could read music. Point I am getting at is you have highlighted the curiousity of the key of the song. And damn it to hell dontcha know I had a horrendous time figuring out the song. You explain it well. Anyway we played it in A from the outset. Easier and I was used to concert pitch accuracies and what is somewhere between Asharp and B for heaven's sake. A quarter of a semi-tone? Jeez! GREAT INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO MIKE, AS ALWAYS.
So happy you got around to doing this one. Learned this song from multiple sources a few months back, but need the Pachelli magic to give it a new lease of life (and remind me because I've totally forgotten how to play it!)
Thanks Mike. Great stuff as usual. Have you ever considered to set up an interview with Paul or Ringo? Send them your videos; maybe they'll watch them. You've covered them so well, striving for accuracy, maybe they'd like to share some of their memories with you (us). I know it's a long shot, but it's the ONLY thing you could add to your videos that would make them even better (and they're damn good sir). So.... Paul...Ringo...you guys around? Even a comment would be sweet.
I've tried to figure this one out unsuccessfully years ago. I'll get the charts. Love the back story. I always thought George was playing a Les Paul. Thanks Mike.
Tim - Thanks! Like I say in the lesson, the song was recorded in July, George received his Les Paul (from Clapton) in August and the promotional film was shot in September. As you can plainly hear in my sound-alike, a stratocaster is most capable of getting the "Revolution" tone.
Finally! Someone who "got it right". I was using the wrong tablature getting the chorus wrong for the longest time while using a capo. Ugh. Thank you Mike! 🙂
Fantastic - A real fun song to play & Mike, you explain and demonstrate so very well + I love that tone you are getting! Thanks and Cheers from Seattle! 🍻 BTW - is that a Moon photo on your computer screen behind you? Reminds me of a project I did with Richard Hoagland 1990s spotting "Lunar Anomalies" - Haha!
Brilliant break down again. Some interesting stuff online with AI recreating new Beatle material; songs they never sang. Think about that - once and when its perfected what possibilities.
I'm sure when Paul wants to revisit a Beatles tune he's revisiting , he's checking out Mike for the tidbits, and if he's not, he ought too@! Thanks Mike God Bless!!
@@MPfrance I was looking for leg movement I'd guess you played it heel down or the movement is just more subtle than I thought Either way thank you for clarifying And great video as alway really outstanding no one goes quite as in depth
Never would have figured a single coil for George’s part. The Rock N Roll Circus rehearsal version is interesting and too bad they didn’t get it together to play it for the film. Nicky Hopkins doing a nice job on this one.
Never thought about it, but it made absolute sense that it was Nicky Hopkins playing piano. That's makes Clapton's initial reluctance to play guitar on While My Guitar more curious tho
Hi Mike, I finally got a Chinese Epiphone Casino, I can't get the sounds out of your Epiphone Casino, of course yours is something else entirely, but I'd like to get as close as possible to yours, for example the pickups of yours what model are they? I've already changed the electronics and redone the bone nut.
Moreno - my Casino is also the least expensive Chinese model. I've changed NO electronics on mine. I just put that washer by the neck (that I bought at Home Depot) to 'Lennon-ize' it. I have hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of studio equipment. Vintage guitar amps, pre-amps, compressors, eq's, etc. etc etc. It takes a lot of bells & whistles to simulate the sounds. But DO know - MOST tone comes from ones hands....
There is not anybody breaking down the Beatles anywhere close to Mike. Respect and thanks for sharing your hard work and talent.
Agree, it’s beyond belief how he does it
Mike is a genius
yep!!!!!!!!
Certainly is. Just amazing detail
I also love the 'historical' anecdotes of the times. Maybe some of the early songs were written in vacuums but even then, it's rather wonderful to realize how contextual (if not biographical) these songs were. Even MAXWELL's, ROCKY's and LOSE THAT GIRL become richer, more appreciated. I always hope all composers leave these breadcrumbs for us to trail along.
There’s nothing like getting up & watching this video on a Saturday morning. Mike you freaking nail it & I can watch you all day! This is so great!
I appreciate that
Amazing!!
Yet another fantastic lesson & rendition of a classic JL song by MP! Thanks again Mike for keeping the music of the Beatles alive & well! 👍👍👏👏
Absolutely fantastic, Mike. Many thanks again from Liverpool. Consider myself a Beatles nut but I never knew John effectively played the lead on this.
Glad you enjoyed it
Mike is the best at this.. incredible detail and clear explanations. This channel is an archive for the ages.
Revolution unlocked! When you're a kid it sounds like a glorious rock and roll thrash about. Actually it's total rock and roll virtuosity. One of your best works.
Great job Mr Sixth Beatle, always love the back story and when you blend it all together at the end is great! Always look forward and love it! Thanx for sharing!
Fantastic lesson! This is the best Beatle guitar teacher I've ever seen and I've been working on Beatles guitar since they WERE Beatles. If you want to learn to play guitar look no further than Mike!
Fascinating to see the different parts and how it all fits together. Thanks for breaking down another great Beatle tune Mike!
Thank you Mike, there is no one close to an adequate tutorial out there other than you right here
Thanks Mike - been waiting for this one. You really nailed the overdriven tone. Didn’t think that could be done via an amp rather than the desk.
'it is the 'foggy mountain breakdown' of pure ROCK & ROLL!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!! You did great Mike P...!!!!!!!!!
Awesome!, I love your attention to detail, even down to playing the bass left handed. :o) You are so easy to learn from thanks for all you do.
You are the BEST MIKE!!!!!
I HAVE LEARNED SO MUCH FROM YOUR LESSONS !!!!!THANK YOU!
Even after watching your channel for years, you continue to amaze me with your comprehensive knowledge of my favorite band. I don’t care what street John or Paul were born on. I love that you dissect all the parts that went into the songs.
You’re always my go-to for Beatles. Thanks!!
Fabulous analysis. Thanks. One of your best, Mike. One thing that deserves comment and emphasis is how John’s guitar creatively extends the basic Chuck Berry riffs and lead lines, adding originality and harmonic spice to back up the singing and making the song unique and distinctively a Beatles song. The Beatles never copied directly from their heroes. The made everything their own.
Great job Mike. Special thanks for that weird riff John plays in the solo. I could never wrap my head around it.
As always brilliant! :) Thank you
Wow ! Asked Mike to add this one awhile ago. As always, we are all SO appreciative if his work !
What a pleasant surprise to wake up this morning to this video in my feed featuring one of my favorite songs. Thank you Mike.
I’ve always loved this song and how heavy it gets, also another fact I always liked about this song (if I remember it correctly) was that people would return the record because they thought the massive fuzz/distortion was a result of the record being broken. Great video as always, Mike, and I know I’m asking this over and over so I apologize again for that but if you ever decide to do more of The Beatles’ heavier tracks I’d love to see Helter Skelter, I Want You (She’s So Heavy) or And Your Bird Can Sing just for that awesome dual guitar harmonies
Fantastic! This is a masterclass. Your lessons are so meticulous. Love it.❤
These videos are incredible so interesting to see all the minute details I’d never picked up in their playing, it would be great if you also did the bass parts.
Wow. Impressive again Mike. The time and detail you put into these is fantastic. Thank you once again.
Thanks Mike for the wonderful lesson!
You just nailed it again Mike!
Excellent job Mike. I love to watch your lessons. I've been playing guitar for more than 50 yrs. And I am still learning. Thanks Mike. I grew up with the Beatles and have always been a John Lennon fan. Keep rocking on :)
One of my favorite Beatles songs and it is amazing seeing the breakdown. Thanks so much.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great lesson and a terrific sound alike. Exceptional, as usual, Mike!
Mike, i love the breakdowns and the history with the songs ! Your breakdowns are helping me learn on guitar and learn these great songs 👍🏽
Mike you are a Beatles (YT) treasure.
Amazing how the Beatles added so much flavor to a Rock & Roll tune. After all...they were a Rock & Roll "guitar band."
Mike, after yers of being a subscriber, THIS IS THE BEST ONE YET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Awesome vid and lesson, Mike. Love how you go through the recording process/history the band used as well. Really adds a lot of depth to the presentation and puts us right there in the studio during the production.
Awesome! I can't wait to learn this one!!! Thanks Mike as always!
whoa this is awesome! I'm finally learning how these songs are supposed to be played!
Remember learning the song as a 15 year old. I had piano lessons at school since age of 8. Grade 6 by age 15. Played guitar since 10 yearsold. I was lucky born into a music family and was gifted with a good ear even though I could read music. Point I am getting at is you have highlighted the curiousity of the key of the song. And damn it to hell dontcha know I had a horrendous time figuring out the song. You explain it well. Anyway we played it in A from the outset. Easier and I was used to concert pitch accuracies and what is somewhere between Asharp and B for heaven's sake. A quarter of a semi-tone? Jeez! GREAT INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO MIKE, AS ALWAYS.
Thank you Mike! I was looking for a version in A and so much more. Your Beatles lessons are the best!
The two guitars really fill out the sound. What cool, inventive parts...
Just brilliant.
I love waking up to a surprise video by Mike!
Mike is sooooo frickin awesome!
Fantastic tutorial Mike
So happy you got around to doing this one. Learned this song from multiple sources a few months back, but need the Pachelli magic to give it a new lease of life (and remind me because I've totally forgotten how to play it!)
Thanks Mike. Great stuff as usual.
Have you ever considered to set up an interview with Paul or Ringo?
Send them your videos; maybe they'll watch them.
You've covered them so well, striving for accuracy, maybe they'd like to share some of their memories with you (us).
I know it's a long shot, but it's the ONLY thing you could add to your videos that would make them even better (and they're damn good sir).
So....
Paul...Ringo...you guys around?
Even a comment would be sweet.
Would really like to see a lesson on the acoustic version
Fabulous Mike, and great sound alike too!
Many thanks!
Great tone on the guitar, Always thought it was George on SG due to the thich tone.
I've tried to figure this one out unsuccessfully years ago. I'll get the charts. Love the back story. I always thought George was playing a Les Paul. Thanks Mike.
Tim - Thanks! Like I say in the lesson, the song was recorded in July, George received his Les Paul (from Clapton) in August and the promotional film was shot in September. As you can plainly hear in my sound-alike, a stratocaster is most capable of getting the "Revolution" tone.
Superb Mike! I can't wait to try my hand at it!
Don - You can do it!
First! Hey, Boo boo! Thanks, Mike. Just what I've been waiting for. Love your lessons.
Mikes amazing
This is totally cool. Thanks Mike. All the nuances - must have taken a long time to figure all this out.
Finally! Someone who "got it right". I was using the wrong tablature getting the chorus wrong for the longest time while using a capo. Ugh. Thank you Mike! 🙂
Great suntan Mike - must be warm down there?
Brilliant lesson as always😊
Awesome Mike as always. Good job.
I appreciate that
That was very nice. Thank you! I will download that one for sure.
beautiful job
Awesome lesson Mike! Thank you!
awesome as usual...just wish i had my own studio somewhere to do this stuff like this full-time ha
The best Beatles videos on YT
Mike ……fantastic lesson … thankyou
Good job, Mike!! 👍👍
Thank you Mike! 👍
Bloody brilliant!!!
Always perfect Mike…..hope your voice has recovered!
Keith - I ate potato chips to scratch up my voice. And pitched my nose shut when double tracking to be more nasally. I'm ok now - thanks!
@@MPfrance Glad to hear it. Those higher pitched screaming gravelly vocals are something I've never been good at!
Mike the best instructor on here
Excellent
Thanks Mike! Love It! Yes!!!
Fantastic - A real fun song to play & Mike, you explain and demonstrate so very well + I love that tone you are getting! Thanks and Cheers from Seattle! 🍻
BTW - is that a Moon photo on your computer screen behind you? Reminds me of a project I did with Richard Hoagland 1990s spotting "Lunar Anomalies" - Haha!
Thanks, great stuff.
That tone is spot on
Thanks for illustrating the intro properly.
I'm like George on this one ..I like the shoo be do wah version overall.. and have i tin my collection..
Brilliant break down again. Some interesting stuff online with AI recreating new Beatle material; songs they never sang. Think about that - once and when its perfected what possibilities.
Just a awsome sound a like perfect
Great separation of the guitar parts!
Would love to see a lesson on Revolution I (the album cut)
Mike is a real expert!!!
Sounds great through that JTM45.
Hi, Mike besides you have secrets of how to play chords when you show us also which pedals to use in the songs thanks you are great
that was awesome!
I'm sure when Paul wants to revisit a Beatles tune he's revisiting , he's checking out Mike for the tidbits, and if he's not, he ought too@! Thanks Mike God Bless!!
Amazing!!!...thank you so much!
description of the key and tuning at 24:20 is huge. thanks
You're terrific m8
😍😍😍 wow!!!
Looks like Mike had fun with this one!
wow great vid
please do yer blues next!
Latter part of George’s solo sounds like and reminds me of Paul’s main riff (“the hook”) of Paperback Writer.
Hi mike! I love your videos, maybe do strawberry fields or penny lane? It would be very helpful
So Ringo plays the floor tom the whole time instead of the bass drum who knew thank you for teaching me
No, Ringo plays the bass drum. I’m playing the bass drum and the floor. Tom tom at the same time, same beat.
@@MPfrance I was looking for leg movement I'd guess you played it heel down or the movement is just more subtle than I thought
Either way thank you for clarifying
And great video as alway really outstanding no one goes quite as in depth
Never would have figured a single coil for George’s part. The Rock N Roll Circus rehearsal version is interesting and too bad they didn’t get it together to play it for the film. Nicky Hopkins doing a nice job on this one.
Very well done. I wanna hold ( and shake ) your hand.
so George played a stratocaster on the record? in the video (which you've explained was mimed), he holds a les paul, and Paul has his hofner.
Never thought about it, but it made absolute sense that it was Nicky Hopkins playing piano.
That's makes Clapton's initial reluctance to play guitar on While My Guitar more curious tho
Sounds like glitter rock!
Hi Mike, I finally got a Chinese Epiphone Casino, I can't get the sounds out of your Epiphone Casino, of course yours is something else entirely, but I'd like to get as close as possible to yours, for example the pickups of yours what model are they? I've already changed the electronics and redone the bone nut.
Moreno - my Casino is also the least expensive Chinese model. I've changed NO electronics on mine. I just put that washer by the neck (that I bought at Home Depot) to 'Lennon-ize' it.
I have hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of studio equipment. Vintage guitar amps, pre-amps, compressors, eq's, etc. etc etc. It takes a lot of bells & whistles to simulate the sounds.
But DO know - MOST tone comes from ones hands....