A prime example of a humble professional genius. He only played what fit the song, and tried to keep it to the level of the surrounding musicians. He could've tore it up further..... but he didn't. Sign of a true gentleman and professional.
My girl , her family and me just saw Tommy saturday night sept. 4th. First time for me and i must say , I'm not worthy.....I'm not worthy.... INCREDIBLE PERFORMNCE!!! GUITAR GOD IS TOMMY, everyone should go see him if they get a chance. Oh and Ron keep on rockin....!!!
I recently saw tommy at bb kings. tommy was playing with his brother. he played the drums the bass , keyboards He was one of the most incredible musicians ive ever seen im my life.!! IM going to see him again next month. cant wait. at bb kings he rocked the effin house believe me.
great to see Tommy still going for a blat on the old Tele, brings back some old 80's memories !! the man is just as incredible on electric as acoustic.
Electric or acoustic Tommy Emmanuel is outstanding! His playing is excellent here he is just not playing solo he is backing up..and did an outsanding job! world class! thanks for the upload ! :D
Electric is what he and his brother Phil predominantly played in Australia. I've watched them, with their band of the time, riffing on Al Di Meola numbers at the Crest hotel, in Elizabeth Point, Sydney, years ago. He's actually pretty restrained here, in order to stay with the rest of the band.
Great job! Tommy is such an extraordinary musician. It has to be a tough adjustment going from a one man band/ performance to a lead player in a band, especially one he's just sitting in with on a borrowed guitar. He pulls it off quite well though. It's not the guitar, it's the guitar player!
@macmanue I've played for 31 years and taught guitar. Tom is by far the best guitarist I have ever had the pleasure of watching play. Steve Vai mentions that aswell on video. I beleive the video is called center stage.
Saw him play with Brad Paisley, Saw him Play with Keith Urban, Saw him play with Vince Gill...... They were all amazed at his paying... They stood back and watched him..... They ..... some of the best players on the planet........ were amazed !!!! The guy is just incredible....
Playing harmonica in order to stand out in the band like this big you need to play this playing its called playing in harp modes same as guitar. To add up take note on this Tommy Emmanuel is an Electric lead guitarist of his family band back in the days in australia. Ciao
Heard Tommy interviewed on Radio4 World Service about a month ago. Never heard of him before, I ask myself WHY?????????????????????????. He is a genius. Chet Atkins must be up there smiling down.
All I can say is GOD bless Chet Atkins, rest his soul, I've seen Chet play with Tommy and all he can do is shake is head, Tommy Jeery Reed and Chet.. if theres a rock and roll heaven, thery got to have one hell of a band..!!!
@ReeseMac - Chet Atkins, Tommy's idol since childhood, bestowed upon Tommy the title of Certified Guitar Player. Only 4 peeps received that from Chet before he died. Tommy & Chet became very good friends.
Actually, what he's trying to say here is that Em is the relative minor of G and contains the same notes, only it begins at the 6th scale step, E, instead of G. When you play the G scale starting at E you're playing the E relative minor or natural minor. which has a flatted 3d, 6th and 7th.
The band is Blue Onyx with sheriff Bill Whitman. His guitar is borrowed on the spot. I take it this was pretty much impromptu. Wish the recording was from closer without so much room sound, but hey . . . I saw a vid here of Tommy playing elec. on an Aussie TV show, so I know he does from time to time.
How great to see TE lend his amazing artistry to this. How sad it is to see the nasty, mean-spirited comments some make on what they see as the inferior musicality of others on stage here. When did the existence of RUclips, and the opportunity it gives anyone and everyone to become an amateur critic in full public view, excuse people from exercising a little "common" decency? If you don't like someone's music, there's no (adult) need to insult him for trying. There might be a childish one.
His the best acoustic guitarist, but still even playing eletric guitar, he is better than most of players, such as mark knopfler, eric clapton, santana, etc..
@mjwoodworth I play both keyboard and a little bit of guitar, and my experience with acoustic piano vs electronic keyboard with unweighted action mirrors my experience with acoustic guitar versus electric. When I practice, I only practice on an acoustic keyboard for the very reasons I've stated. Just my opinion.
@Greg321m Ya it is. I play almost solely acoustic guitar, but I have no problem picking up an electric and playing. They are the same exact instrument, people who think they are different (to play) are usually amateurs.
ooohh come on guys .. if you can feel that then you cant feel nothing .. tommy is the best out there .. dont tell me that didn't get your blood rushing .. i mean i think he's just about under hendrix and above bb king .. he's god man
Actually, I think Chet Atkins said that about Lenny Breau. My quick search of the net found that Chet called Tommy the best "fingerstyle" player and also described him as his "favorite" player. I found far more references to the Breau quote. Sorry to be nit-picking, and especially sorry if I'm wrong, but I'm a big Lenny Breau fan (Tommy too!).
anyone that is familiar with Tommy's body of works , will know that he is just as dedicated to electric as acoustic. He released an album in 2001called the very best of tommy emmanuel in which one of the 2 cd's was dedicated to electric
@mjwoodworth I understand what you're trying to say, but my point is simple. An electric guitarist uses his amp as compensation for the decreased use of fret pressure that an acoustic guitar requires. An acoustic guitarist knows he must PRESS on the strings for the guitar to make sound. Give an acoustic guitar to most electric guitarists and they'll suck. Yes, they quicker fingering the frets because they only need to lightly tap, but an acoustic guitarist can pick this up very quickly.
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A prime example of a humble professional genius. He only played what fit the song, and tried to keep it to the level of the surrounding musicians. He could've tore it up further..... but he didn't. Sign of a true gentleman and professional.
My girl , her family and me just saw Tommy saturday night sept. 4th. First time for me and i must say , I'm not worthy.....I'm not worthy.... INCREDIBLE PERFORMNCE!!!
GUITAR GOD IS TOMMY, everyone should go see him if they get a chance. Oh and Ron keep on rockin....!!!
I recently saw tommy at bb kings. tommy was playing with his brother.
he played the drums the bass , keyboards He was one of the most
incredible musicians ive ever seen im my life.!! IM going to see him
again next month. cant wait.
at bb kings he rocked the effin house believe me.
great to see Tommy still going for a blat on the old Tele, brings back some old 80's memories !! the man is just as incredible on electric as acoustic.
Talented people enjoying themselves is awesome. A genius enjoying himself is divine!
agreed, not only because he is absolutely amazing at guitar, but because he is fun to watch and a cool guy! Real entertainer
Electric or acoustic Tommy Emmanuel is outstanding! His playing is excellent here he is just not playing solo he is backing up..and did an outsanding job! world class! thanks for the upload ! :D
This is what music is supposed to be: shared, fun, entertaining, and completely natural.
I was at this concert. It was a great show.
love tommy, always brings a smile. what a lucky band! best gig they ever played probably :o)
Tommy is a seriously underrated electric player, kicks ass on a tele
Electric is what he and his brother Phil predominantly played in Australia.
I've watched them, with their band of the time, riffing on Al Di Meola numbers at the Crest hotel, in Elizabeth Point, Sydney, years ago.
He's actually pretty restrained here, in order to stay with the rest of the band.
Tommys carrier started on electric.,
He has made about 4 albums with electric guitar.
I can't believe that I've heard of Tommy Emmanuel but today is the first time I've seen him play. Dang. Just Dang is all I can say.
He gave tha band the gig of their life.... Its nobel of him i think.... they will NEVER forget it.
Tommy you are incredible!
The great thing about "subscribing" to guys like you is that you get real litlle jewels like this one in your mailbox for coffee. Great post! Thanks.
saw the Emmanual Bros at the Crows Nest hotel in the mid 80's .. blew the place away .. they are somethin else
ha! such an awesome improviser!
how great is this?! thank you for sharing this with us :)
The name of the song is "Working Man Blues" and it was written by Merle Haggard and was released Jun 30th 1969.
Спасибо, Томми!!!!!!🙋💕💕💕💕🎼
Great job! Tommy is such an extraordinary musician. It has to be a tough adjustment going from a one man band/ performance to a lead player in a band, especially one he's just sitting in with on a borrowed guitar. He pulls it off quite well though. It's not the guitar, it's the guitar player!
so freaking nice
Woooow, this is just incredible. Tommy has more talent in his toes than the whole band together!
I can hear some determination licks coming through in his playing!
Tommy is the only one that is happy to be there. What a bunch of sad old dudes.
Brilliant video! Tommy's the master! Thanks for posting! Any other videos from Tommy's gig?
lol all of them amazing!
@macmanue I've played for 31 years and taught guitar.
Tom is by far the best guitarist I have ever had the pleasure of watching play. Steve Vai mentions that aswell on video. I beleive the video is called center stage.
lol at end, "WOOOW...that is AWESOMEEEE MANNNN!"
That's just Tommy. Don't get no better.
I'm glad you said that!
Tommy seems to have lots of fun =)
great!!!!
It's Tommy Emmanuel. He could pick up a old beat up, unplayable '60s Teisco and blow your mind.
awesome
Saw him play with Brad Paisley, Saw him Play with Keith Urban, Saw him play with Vince Gill...... They were all amazed at his paying... They stood back and watched him.....
They ..... some of the best players on the planet........ were amazed !!!! The guy is just incredible....
He doesn't look at all depressed - it is the shadow of his mustache that gives that impression. I think he is thoroughly enjoying it!
Making everybody look bad since the day he was born
Marcus Segura lol
+Marcus Segura Tommy is cooler than the other side of the pillow
+Marcus Segura best commend ive ever read xD
Bravo!!!
it doesnt matter who hes playing with, he just steals the show
you know what ... i take it back .. ur right .. way different styles like you said .. ..
lol the harmonica solo @ 1:14 :) looooooooooooooooooooool
Tommy rules !
too good
i love that he plays acoustic more while he tours, but its nice to see him play electric. either way he's inhumane
best guitar player ever
My pops rocks!!!!
Love to hear Tommy and Redd Volkaert jamming together on this one!
BRAVISSIMO!!!
WOW, did you noticed how the drummer entered on the wrong beat, and how tommy corrected him, he is such a cool guy, amazing!
amen, brother!!!
Playing harmonica in order to stand out in the band like this big you need to play this playing its called playing in harp modes same as guitar. To add up take note on this Tommy Emmanuel is an Electric lead guitarist of his family band back in the days in australia. Ciao
If you don't already have Tommy's INCREDIBLE record "The Journey", you seriously need to pick it up, he wears a Tele out for most of the album.
Nobody even cracked a smile during the harp' solo...Oh man.....you fired.
Heard Tommy interviewed on Radio4 World Service about a month ago. Never heard of him before, I ask myself WHY?????????????????????????. He is a genius. Chet Atkins must be up there smiling down.
the begining sounds like Atlanta rhythm sections "Jukin", go check it out!
Harp guy was in the wrong key but, hey... the tambourine was spot on... Tommy was his usual, brilliant self...
i was thinking the very same thing!
che spettacolo!
Thanks mate!
All I can say is GOD bless Chet Atkins, rest his soul, I've seen Chet play with Tommy and all he can do is shake is head, Tommy Jeery Reed and Chet.. if theres a rock and roll heaven, thery got to have one hell of a band..!!!
@ReeseMac - Chet Atkins, Tommy's idol since childhood, bestowed upon Tommy the title of Certified Guitar Player. Only 4 peeps received that from Chet before he died. Tommy & Chet became very good friends.
Je rève d'un duo Tommy Emmanuel/Scotty Anderson!
I'm dreaming of a duo T. Emmanuel/Scotty Anderson!
and that was the only song done that night!
@AlisonChaynes wait what do you mean "even more" tommy emmanuels a legend
Actually, what he's trying to say here is that Em is the relative minor of G and contains the same notes, only it begins at the 6th scale step, E, instead of G. When you play the G scale starting at E you're playing the E relative minor or natural minor. which has a flatted 3d, 6th and 7th.
Tommy IS Guitar GOD!
+joeguitargod Tommy Emmanuel, were not worthy!, Were not worthy!!!
We aren't at all!
dam straight bro!!!
@aleartha16 it's Merle haggard- working man blues
the drummer speeds up after Tommy solo, this was there biggest day of all playing with this cat!
The band is Blue Onyx with sheriff Bill Whitman. His guitar is borrowed on the spot. I take it this was pretty much impromptu. Wish the recording was from closer without so much room sound, but hey . . .
I saw a vid here of Tommy playing elec. on an Aussie TV show, so I know he does from time to time.
@pngaia You may be right! I'm inclined too agree! Nobody as unique! He's a one man show!
The guitar god!
Tommy has a 66 Tele he showed me in the mid 80's very similar to the one he is playing.
i wish Tommy, mark knopfler, pizzizini, paco de lucia, and sungha jung concert alltogether..
how about it?
How great to see TE lend his amazing artistry to this. How sad it is to see the nasty, mean-spirited comments some make on what they see as the inferior musicality of others on stage here. When did the existence of RUclips, and the opportunity it gives anyone and everyone to become an amateur critic in full public view, excuse people from exercising a little "common" decency? If you don't like someone's music, there's no (adult) need to insult him for trying. There might be a childish one.
was waiting for a tambourine solo after the keyboard haha
His the best acoustic guitarist, but still even playing eletric guitar, he is better than most of players, such as mark knopfler, eric clapton, santana, etc..
1 million views damn
The guitar was born with Tommy holding it!!
@mjwoodworth I play both keyboard and a little bit of guitar, and my experience with acoustic piano vs electronic keyboard with unweighted action mirrors my experience with acoustic guitar versus electric. When I practice, I only practice on an acoustic keyboard for the very reasons I've stated. Just my opinion.
@BluesHarry Ya there playing in E and he should be cross harping in A.
Lol, Tommy probably wanted to play Mombassa on his head.
Awesome version. Anyone knows how's that song called, by the way?
at 4:49 the rhythm guitarist on the LP just shows a tick of disbelief of how much Tommy has to say in his solo...
@Greg321m
Ya it is. I play almost solely acoustic guitar, but I have no problem picking up an electric and playing. They are the same exact instrument, people who think they are different (to play) are usually amateurs.
Workin' Man Blues by Merle Haggard! Love it ... For guitarists: Roy Nichols is a king, he played on the original. Check him out!
tommy on telecaster, Gaton on telecaster, two genious
My teacher said if you mastered the acoustic guitar, You would be just toying with an electric one... And tommy is the proof...
agree!
Tommy and Paco de Lucia .......now I'd like to hear that profards
seriously. There isint better guitarist in the world. I coudnt found anyone better.
ooohh come on guys .. if you can feel that then you cant feel nothing .. tommy is the best out there .. dont tell me that didn't get your blood rushing .. i mean i think he's just about under hendrix and above bb king .. he's god man
the guitar is so perfect the out of key harp adds a bit of raw flavor to it...
@JACOB3AN so give every electric guitar player an acoustic and they become Tommy Emmanuel?
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Actually, I think Chet Atkins said that about Lenny Breau. My quick search of the net found that Chet called Tommy the best "fingerstyle" player and also described him as his "favorite" player. I found far more references to the Breau quote. Sorry to be nit-picking, and especially sorry if I'm wrong, but I'm a big Lenny Breau fan (Tommy too!).
anyone that is familiar with Tommy's body of works , will know that he is just as dedicated to electric as acoustic. He released an album in 2001called the very best of tommy emmanuel in which one of the 2 cd's was dedicated to electric
Tommy: "It's ok rhythm player, I'll play your part too."
That keyboard player sure can play :-)
@mjwoodworth I understand what you're trying to say, but my point is simple. An electric guitarist uses his amp as compensation for the decreased use of fret pressure that an acoustic guitar requires. An acoustic guitarist knows he must PRESS on the strings for the guitar to make sound. Give an acoustic guitar to most electric guitarists and they'll suck. Yes, they quicker fingering the frets because they only need to lightly tap, but an acoustic guitarist can pick this up very quickly.