I'm not sure if you'll see this, Frank, but we're all still praying and pulling for you. I haven't found any information stating that you are back out touring after your diagnosis and retirement announcement, but I hope that you are able to continue your art. As a fan, thank you for all of the amazing records and performances. As a fellow musician, I wanted to say thank you for setting the bar so high, and being such an inspiration to myself and millions of others around the world. You pushed us all to be better just by releasing the music you did. One of the greatest improvisers to ever pick up the instrument! Here's to you, Mr. Frank Marino! 🍻
Here's to Frank!!! The best guitar player nobody but real old school rockers have heard of. The man's an all time great!!! Good to know he's still doing it after all these years.
All i can say is thank God for Frank Marino. Growing up in the 70's i was lucky to see Frank a few times, once at Madison Square Garden opening up for Kansas, another time with Aerosmith, and once with Pat Travers. Not only is his feel incredible and playing inspirational, but vocals are out of this world. Hopefully God will shine down on you Frank, and we will see or hear you play again !!!!
Growing up in Niagara Falls, i was blessed to have seen Frank and M.Rush "dozens of times" since the 70's. The man is an awesome person and a stellar musician !!!
I was in Hawaii camping on north shore, and I cranked this tune out while the Dat was ending to a incredible surf day. All the local Hawaiians come up to me and wanted to know this song. They were blown away by it, I was treated to killer hawaiian BBQ, and was treated like a king from them for showing them Frank "Guitar God" Marino....true story!
It's now Jan 2025 and I've heard nothing about Frank so being a believer I ask that Frank is Blessed in body, mind and soul and that God improves his life so he can improve ours with his wonderful guitar mastery and songs, I ask this in the name of the Most High Jesus Christ, Thank You Lord. 🙏🙏 Happy New Year everyone! 👍 🥳
Frank, no one ever talks about your vocals... this is so heartfelt and emotional but masculine and full of force. Not many people can pull that off. Your playing is stellar, and this is my favorite track and version... but your voice man... gets better with age
YES- everyone mentions his guitar wizardry but he so seldom sings with this type of slower paced, soulful style and it is deeply moving when he does. He is one of a kind
I have seen Eddy van Halen,Tony Iommy, Brian May,Mick Box,Michael Schenker,and a lot more.....and i saw Mr. Frank Marino in the early 80s in Frankfurt. He f....d em all. Hope you get ok Sir. A big fan from Germany.
I saw all of them as well and I saw the late Randy Rhodes from the 2nd row. And I completely agree with u. I saw Frank in a small venue around Washington DC in the 70's. That show was the best, ever!
Bummer With sorrow I am forced to announce my immediate retirement from touring, and possibly all things related to continuing my career, due to an unexpected and debilitating medical condition which makes it impossible for me to tour. I want to thank all the people who supported me all of the last half-century. I know that many were looking forward to seeing us play this fall and I was looking forward to getting out again and doing more shows, but it now appears that in the absence of a miraculous recovery, my Concert DVD (Live at the Agora) will constitute the last show I will ever have played. I ask any that are believers to include me in their prayers. - Frank Marino
So great to hear a fine guitarist play melodic lines instead of shred-head and overdone blues riffs. Definitely an underrated guitarist !!!! Play on Frank !!
I can’t believe there isn’t 10Million subscriber’s to Frank! There aren’t many guitarist that can pull that off. The melodic clean sound that jazz players have and the mood to die for. Get well Frank!!!!!!!!!! May the Lord be with you and keep you. Prayers are out for you. With much love and gratitude from a fan that has seen you 5 times.
I commented if Under rated is ever gonna be used on Y/T It’s this guy. He’s a beast. I think part of the problem is his bands name. Rush- Mahogany Rush at 18 and stoned to the bone, who knew.lol.
I heard Frank for the first time back in 1973, from the Child of the Novelty album, New Rock and Roll. My older brother had that album. He had a big stereo from Radio Shack. I was 9 years old when I heard that song. The next song I heard was a few years later. From Mahogany Rush IV. It was Dragonfly. CHOM FM in Montreal. My older brother bought that album, too. That's when I really perked up to Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush. Then I bought that live album from '78. Then Tales of the Unexpected in '79. Long story short ... Frank's music crosses generations. Fast forward forty years. I have 2 outta 4 sons that play guitar. Both of those sons absolutely love Franks music! One of my boys and his band won the "Battle of the Bands" competition in Atlanta when he was 18 and 19 back in 2007 or '08. The moderator asked him (my son), Who were your greatest influences? My son said something like, "Oh, damn. Well, def Frank Marino". And then somebody in the audience shouted, Yeah!! And then I have my youngest son who picked up the guitar in 2016 or 17. He likes more jazzy n bluesy music. He doesn't like hard rock. So, I played It's Begun to Rain from the original album (IV) and he absolutely loved it! He loved Dragonfly, too. So, we started bantering about who is the most well-rounded? Who can play so many genres of music flawlessly? Who makes you feel the most comfortable and at ease at home? Who makes you feel the most comfortable in your skin? Which guitarist do you most identify with? Who would you sound like if you could play guitar on that level? Who's lyrics gave you goosebumps and inspired you the most? Based on all our music interests, it came down to 3. Jimmie Page and (Zeppelin), David Gilmour, and Frank Marino. We eliminated so many off that list. Blues artists, rock, jazz. Lots. Gone! Eric Johnson held in for a while. Why not? He's tight. It was hard to decide, obviously. Then we thought, These sounds and techniques from these bands, Zep, Floyd, and Mahogany are very disparate. So it's unfair to compare one against the other. So back to the original questions. Who is the most well-rounded? Who makes you comfortable at home and in your own skin? Who do you most identify with as a guitarist, and who would you sound like if you played on that level? Who's lyrics inspired you and gave you goosebumps? 2 of 3 of us said, Frank Marino. The other said, David Gilmour. But, he said, "It's just a difference in taste. They all taste different. This is an unfair comparison: Which Is Best? It's just a matter of taste." Ok, so which tastes best? Which would you aspire to? We three all said, "Frank", at the same time! Hahaha! So there!! How d'ya like them apples? True story!
One of the absolute best guitarists ever, and one of the nicest and most humble persons I have had the pleasure to call a friend. The band members are all epic as well. Rock ON Frank and Band. Thank you for all of the incredible music and inspiration over the years. 🙏 ⚡ 🎸
@DFV Louderilk He said last summer he has an "unexpected and debilitating medical condition." Marino fans are likely to know more by now. I honestly haven't been following any additional news. Sad to hear, though.
@DFV Louderilk He rescheduled the tour for 2021, before announcing his retirement on June 30, 2021, due to adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder). "I’ve got 50% movement in the arm," he said in 2012. "Although I have movement, I haven’t lost the pain. I’m in constant pain 24/7."
@@majoneski ...the..shoulder condition..was brought about from spending..hundreds of hours in the studio...re-doing missing drum parts that through a tech recording fault had gone missing from..the Agora Theatre DVD.So the ..DVD...truly was a labour of. love.This is the story as far as I’m aware.May the Lord Have Mercy on Frank’s shoulder pain...and Bless him with the Grace of Holy Peace.Amen.
Yes you are still young !, I'm 71 and still playing my drums n singing it keeps me young good food not crap and praying to GOD THE WORLD GETS BETTER WITH FRANKS MUSIC GOD BLESS TO ALL
Wow what can u say this guy the band is totally the complete thing to have the gift to playing and singing the way he does I'm sure the angles in heaven smile when they hear his music got to love it play on Frank praying for the healing you need to cary on #1
saw him at the capital center in largo Maryland in 1981 at the rockandroll marathon, frank blew me away, been a fan since then ,mohogany rush live is one of my favorite live albums ❤
@@tideslider664ya unfortunately, saw a lot of concerts there, they tore it down and put up condos,heavy metal parking lot was filmed at the capital center
No one can listen and watch this video and say God doesn't exist. The sheer incredible talent. The 70's had Frank Marino, Ronnie Montrose, Robin Trower, Pat Travers, and so many more. I saw Frank Marino once. The ability of these wonderful guitar players to make a crowd of 10k young partying people listen in silence is a tribute to their ability. To mesmerize the lucky ones hearing and observing it. Damn, I miss it. What a time it was.
I was so lucky to have seen both Ronnie and Pat appearing at a small venue in Tacoma. They performed within two or three months of each other. I was amazed that the owner of this club , which at one time was a Flakey Jake's hamburger place, got these superstars to play there. They were two of the best concerts I've ever been to. It wasn't too long after that I heard of Ronnie's passing. God bless the greats.
This is probably my favourite video on RUclips. I've long considered Frank a musical genius (since the 70s, in fact) and here he demonstrates his innate talent for songwriting, this is such a beautiful song, his ineffable sense of melody, his musicianship... this just has everything. Love it.
Frank, our gang would always go to the Eastown Theater at Harper & Van Dyke In Detroit to see you regardless of who else was on the bill. Every time was absolutely amazing!
Word in 70s was Grank was just a regular guy, not a player at all. Took an acid trip and came back pla GG ing like this full blown. Course, i always took it with a grain of salt. But
Masterclass then & still. The days of Mahogany Rush have past & a great legacy of music left for those that know & for those soon to find out just how great Frank & that band were . Like Trower & the players from our generation It never ceases to amaze us just how great these players are . Frank can play any style & rock our socks off or memorize us with such fine melodic intricacy. . No punches to pull just the best in contemporary Rock n Roll. Saw Mahogany Rush back in 1973 & 75 & it's not surprising Frank is still one of the best . No matter who he finds to play with he's never off in hearing their abilities to play behind him & let him do what he does best ... PLAY !!!!
I remember Frank from Boucherville high school in late sixties. He was a respected hard working artist back then. Always melodic. That SG with single pickups sounds real good🎯
@@majortwang He took some of those mods from John Cippollina ( Quicksilver Messenger service ) who usually tweaked the heck out of his SGs & they always sounded great. i have a 74 SG Standard with the Walnut finish but as a stock freak I've left it alone . Still sounds great after all these years. Care to hear it i will put a link up to an audio composition i did in 74 but didn't record it till 87 and on a TEAC 4 Track Reel To Reel. The SG was used for the rhythm track but you can hear how tight it is . Many slam Gibson these days but i still love mine & well the new ones can be either way ,you just have to play them till you find the right one . Please leave me a comment on my page or post if you wish . I do agree with you Frank was one one the hardest working musicians around & it's a shame he's had bad shoulder problems for some years forcing him to retire touring , i was lucky to have seen him back in the day. ruclips.net/video/RHj04fFTrZI/видео.html
Dear Frank Marino You are part of MY Hendrix Triumvirate Saw Jimi Hendrix May 1970 Saw Robin Trower November 1976 Never saw you live Didn't tour Metro Philly a lot Saw the OTHER Rush 4xs You & Paul Harwood & Jimmy Ayoob were my favorite Mahogany Rush
FIRST SAW FRANK N MAHOGANY RUSH BACK 1971, IN THE SMALL TOWN OF PERTH, ONTARIO. I WAS SIXTEEN N THEY WERE THE BACKUP BAND FOR LIGHTHOUSE….. MAN IT SHOULD OF BEEN THE OTHER WAY AROUND . FAVOURITE ALBUM…. TALES OF THE UNEXPECTED… 52 YRS OF ROCKIN MY WORLD THX YOU FRANK 🖖
I saw Frank in 1980 mobile Alabama civil center 10,000 people ,,sold out ,,,,3 bands opened for him (ange)l,,then (mothers finest) ( then humble pie )(it was The rock& roll Marathon tour)Frank came on stage about 10:35 pm played till almost 1 am,, way over two hours,,,he,s the , greatest guitarist on planet earth,, nobody can even come close if your a guitar player,,I would advise you to buy( tales of the unexpected),,,(, album) ,,and ,,""(Frank Marino and mohagamy rush Live ::perform))"" album))
4 Strat style pickups... a custom finish on his fretboard.... those are just the things I noticed... 45 years ago this guy was doing stuff I couldn't believe....!
@@DaleBrotherton Gibson has become a guitar manufacturing whorehouse...! They could use seymore's or DiMarggio's.. do a limited edition & make one big fat Mountain of $....!
What a wonderful, multifaceted guitarist. It is his “swing” in his phrasing that has always attracted me to his music. Frank is a rocker with the heart of a jazz player. Kudos, Frank.
God Bless You Mr.Marino, you use your God given gift to help others with great songs .The world is a better place with you playing your guitar and singing.Prayers for your health from North Carolina on the Outer Banks.We love you .God is with You
My Big brothers had your albums in his collection in the early 70s and the sounds off those records like talking bout a feeling ane dragonfly were amazing .just had keep putting that needle back on the dual turntable.God is with you Frank
Still have my record of Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush live I purchased in the 70s. Still listening 50 years later! He was and is still my hero and inspired my guitar playing to another level. Thank you Frank for the music.
A friend turned me onto Frank Marino and Robin Trower back in the 80's. I have loved that 70's style and sound ever since. I have a great collection of Marino's music. As a guitarist I have been trying to recreate that style and sound. Not so easy, close but not the same.❤🩹❤🩹
No matter how many times I hear this, I am transported back to a time when all was good and calm, my arm around my lady, and the lights down low. Thank you for that indelible memory.
Beautiful playing. He's maybe more enjoyable than Bonamasa, Eric Johnson, Gary Moore, I dunno, but that was beautiful. Some of the greatest get unnoticed which doesn't seem fair but at least some of us have had the great privilege of "noticing" thanks to RUclips and Frank's dedication to his craft.
I grew up listening to Frank Marino And Mahogany Rush, Frank’s a musical treasure. Yes I’m another of the 63 year old guy’s found throughout the comment section who’s been listening to Frank since the old old days.
I just turned 63 a week ago. Tried to see Frank back when I was a teenager. He broke a hand or arm and that concert was canceled. Had tickets to two shows in 2020. That didn't work out. So glad for the DVD set from the Agora. A true master.
I think this somg was on the first album of his that I bought. Nobody has given me more entertainment in my 63 years than Frank Marino concerts albums and certainly i cannot be more thankful the stars aligned and his magic was captured. In recall lit clearly like it was yesterday a couple friends said he you gotta hear this. So on the living console magnavox johnny b goode. Never missed frank marino or little feat at the warner theatre in washington dc
I'm ashamed to say I haven't thought about Frank in years. This is a beautiful reminder of what a great talenty is, time to pull out some old albums and have a little listening party
It's all been said in these numerous comments. Timeless, breathtaking, mesmerising, otherworldly etc etc. I have no idea where he connects to when he picks up a guitar - only the universe knows the answer to that. Beautiful beyond mere words. God bless you Frank.
This is SPECTACULAR !!! 😃 Frank sure knows how to incorporate cool Jazz lines within his Blues/Rock playing. I love the way this particular SG (w/3 single-coil pickups) sounds just like a Strat to my ears. He really is the Best/Smoothest etc.
Will never forget 1977 Cobo Hall Detroit MI, featuring Kansas, Mother's Finest and head liner Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush. Marino is up there on the guitar Mt Rushmore with Page, Clapton, Hendrix. But that's just my humble opinion. Continue to heal up and Stay Groovy
I am 60 and have been playing guitar since I was 11. Of course I was influenced by EVH, Jeff Beck, Clapton, SRV & many others. But Frank was the one that blew my mind and had me practicing for hours a day. Still my favorite guitarist
No one like Frank Marino.....simply no one 😊 omg that guitar sound is heaven on earth, we are so blessed to have had you fill our lives with your music 👏😃
The most underrated gutarist,singer,songwriter, guitar toneist,.know body has his style swag, perfectionist his musicians he hand picks.he knows his pedals,father, family man to walk the face of the earth.....and most of all so Humble....I hope I didn't leave anything out.
This is what the term "musical artist" is really about. How is it possible that I've never heard of this person until today. Immense talent. Tasteful guitar that speaks. Soulful singing too.
Mahogany Rush was a band formed in the 1970's , Frank Marino is a founder member of that band . I listened to Mahogany Rush on Vinyl in the 80's , then found this video today . Totally awesome playing .
A Rocker initially and Frank does that very well. Here though you get the jazz chops which is so much demonstrative of his ability. Such a great guitarist.
I saw Frank for the first time in 1972 at Vanier college auditorium in montreal quebec....amazing then and still fantastic and mesmerizing .....great musician
I Was Lucky To Have A Brother In Law That Was Really Into Music And Took Me To A Styx Concert In St Paul Mn Frank Marino Warmed Up For Styx And When Styx Came Out On Stage They Were Booed Off The Stage Until Frank Marino Came Back Out On Stage And Played With Styx Wow What A AWESOME Guitar Player I Would Pay Any Thing To See Frank Marino Play Again I Have Seen All Kinds Of Concerts In My Time Here So Frank marino Was The Best Even Above And Beyond Led Zepplin 😄
Hi Frank, You will and always have been #1 in my Book. I’m 63 now and have followed you since I was 12 Yrs Old. You are the Greatest Guitarist and Singer the World has known and will know about long into the Future. I hope you get well soon. I will definitely keep you in my Prayers. I bought the set with the Book and it’s my Cherished item. Thanks so much for putting it together. Keep well Frank.👍👍❤️
Frank stands alone to me. He is a master engineer and technician who converts that into just fantastic guitar, musicianship, lyrics, and singing. A true treasure listening to him live
I still have my Dragonfly album, I feel crushed that Frank never got the fame and fortune he deserved, he was truly one of a kind. Thank you for years of happiness listening to Mahogany Rush.
AS a kid growing up in Detroit, I was blessed by all the concerts in the late 60s &70s,but one that stands out ,was Ted nugent ,Bobseger and mahogany Rush.. Ted & Frank had a guitar battle that was amazing.Around 1973 ,at the old Michigan palace.I would give my right nut to relive that night!!
I'm not sure if you'll see this, Frank, but we're all still praying and pulling for you. I haven't found any information stating that you are back out touring after your diagnosis and retirement announcement, but I hope that you are able to continue your art. As a fan, thank you for all of the amazing records and performances. As a fellow musician, I wanted to say thank you for setting the bar so high, and being such an inspiration to myself and millions of others around the world. You pushed us all to be better just by releasing the music you did. One of the greatest improvisers to ever pick up the instrument! Here's to you, Mr. Frank Marino! 🍻
One of the best songs ever written
@Sinful Bastard Child just my opinion... best song FRANK has written, to be succinct..
I'm not praying. Thats witch craft. But I will smoke a bowl or have a drink. Lift my cup to most awesome guitarist.
@@ozoneswiftak I don't pray either. It's just a common quote. You put a little too much thought into it lol.
One Great Song!!!!
Frank Marino is one of the best guitar players around. He doesn't get the recognition he deserves !!
NOT AT ALL!
Frank Marino doesn't get recognition? Are you flippin' serious?!
I've certainly recognized it brother!
My first time listening and I AM IMPRESSED!
Why doesn't he get the recognition?
Here's to Frank!!! The best guitar player nobody but real old school rockers have heard of. The man's an all time great!!! Good to know he's still doing it after all these years.
Great stuff
He retired.
@Henry Jackson
Frank Marino Mahogany Rush
"OLD SCHOOL"
Tell em henry
I wore out so many Juggernaut cassettes. Love this guy
If those jazz riffs don't give you goosebumps nothing will. Masterclass!
All i can say is thank God for Frank Marino. Growing up in the 70's i was lucky to see Frank a few times, once at Madison Square Garden opening up for Kansas, another time with Aerosmith, and once with Pat Travers. Not only is his feel incredible and playing inspirational, but vocals are out of this world. Hopefully God will shine down on you Frank, and we will see or hear you play again !!!!
Growing up in Niagara Falls, i was blessed to have seen Frank and M.Rush "dozens of times" since the 70's. The man is an awesome person and a stellar musician !!!
Thank you Frank for touching my soul in such a way. You are music.
I was in Hawaii camping on north shore, and I cranked this tune out while the Dat was ending to a incredible surf day. All the local Hawaiians come up to me and wanted to know this song. They were blown away by it, I was treated to killer hawaiian BBQ, and was treated like a king from them for showing them Frank "Guitar God" Marino....true story!
Mahogany rush always proves to be a people lover in a party expert party music
I think it is safe to say that that's a good story thank you mahogany rush rules
Definitely underrated, great guitarist
👍🇨🇦
Great
It's now Jan 2025 and I've heard nothing about Frank so being a believer I ask that Frank is Blessed in body, mind and soul and that God improves his life so he can improve ours with his wonderful guitar mastery and songs, I ask this in the name of the Most High Jesus Christ, Thank You Lord. 🙏🙏 Happy New Year everyone! 👍 🥳
Amen
Frank, no one ever talks about your vocals... this is so heartfelt and emotional but masculine and full of force. Not many people can pull that off. Your playing is stellar, and this is my favorite track and version... but your voice man... gets better with age
YES- everyone mentions his guitar wizardry but he so seldom sings with this type of slower paced, soulful style and it is deeply moving when he does. He is one of a kind
The ultimate rock vocals!
His vocals are amazing. Frank is one of my all-time favorite musicians.
Franks Vocals are worth mentioning Heres my mention ! I love franks vocals on "Window to the World"
I love them so mch
Love the transition from sweet sad blues to optimistic jazz improv. I am an older guy and have loved Frank's music for years.
greatest musician of our time. 48 years a fan.
You know it!
I have seen Eddy van Halen,Tony Iommy, Brian May,Mick Box,Michael Schenker,and a lot more.....and i saw Mr. Frank Marino in the early 80s in Frankfurt. He f....d em all. Hope you get ok Sir. A big fan from Germany.
I saw all of them as well and I saw the late Randy Rhodes from the 2nd row. And I completely agree with u. I saw Frank in a small venue around Washington DC in the 70's. That show was the best, ever!
@@kenmathews4522 Same here, seen him in many small venues over the decades. Legendary !!!
Bummer
With sorrow I am forced to announce my immediate retirement from touring, and possibly all things related to continuing my career, due to an unexpected and debilitating medical condition which makes it impossible for me to tour. I want to thank all the people who supported me all of the last half-century. I know that many were looking forward to seeing us play this fall and I was looking forward to getting out again and doing more shows, but it now appears that in the absence of a miraculous recovery, my Concert DVD (Live at the Agora) will constitute the last show I will ever have played. I ask any that are believers to include me in their prayers. - Frank Marino
It has been done
Godspeed on the recovery Frank.
Frank Marino is one of my all-time favorites, I saw him live once, and it was the best live performance I have ever seen.
so cool Brezze
the coolest of all time..to come
This is some of the best music I've never heard before. Instant fan here.
So great to hear a fine guitarist play melodic lines instead of shred-head and overdone blues riffs. Definitely an underrated guitarist !!!! Play on Frank !!
Frank can play any style
Agreed...........jazz anyone
I would LOVE to have those jazz lines in my arsenal...
He plays plenty of blues licks don't ever disparage the blues
Such an amazing legendary talented man... he is phenomenal to say the least! Always love to watch and hear him! Wow!
His playing speaks for itself, but I wanna say that voice is beautiful. Never really thought about his singing before.
It still sounds as good as the Aurora theatre!
I can’t believe there isn’t 10Million subscriber’s to Frank! There aren’t many guitarist that can pull that off. The melodic clean sound that jazz players have and the mood to die for. Get well Frank!!!!!!!!!! May the Lord be with you and keep you. Prayers are out for you. With much love and gratitude from a fan that has seen you 5 times.
Amen 🐝🌈💫
I commented if Under rated is ever gonna be used on Y/T It’s this guy. He’s a beast. I think part of the problem is his bands name. Rush- Mahogany Rush at 18 and stoned to the bone, who knew.lol.
@@fuzzybutkus8970 , I did!!! From the beginning. My best friend put me on to them in the early 70’s.
Get well?? Is he having health problems?
@@tonybarber420 , a debilitating shoulder as where he only had 50% movement and in constant pain.
I heard Frank for the first time back in 1973, from the Child of the Novelty album, New Rock and Roll. My older brother had that album. He had a big stereo from Radio Shack. I was 9 years old when I heard that song. The next song I heard was a few years later. From Mahogany Rush IV. It was Dragonfly. CHOM FM in Montreal. My older brother bought that album, too. That's when I really perked up to Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush. Then I bought that live album from '78. Then Tales of the Unexpected in '79. Long story short ... Frank's music crosses generations.
Fast forward forty years. I have 2 outta 4 sons that play guitar. Both of those sons absolutely love Franks music! One of my boys and his band won the "Battle of the Bands" competition in Atlanta when he was 18 and 19 back in 2007 or '08. The moderator asked him (my son), Who were your greatest influences? My son said something like, "Oh, damn. Well, def Frank Marino". And then somebody in the audience shouted, Yeah!!
And then I have my youngest son who picked up the guitar in 2016 or 17. He likes more jazzy n bluesy music. He doesn't like hard rock. So, I played It's Begun to Rain from the original album (IV) and he absolutely loved it! He loved Dragonfly, too. So, we started bantering about who is the most well-rounded? Who can play so many genres of music flawlessly? Who makes you feel the most comfortable and at ease at home? Who makes you feel the most comfortable in your skin? Which guitarist do you most identify with? Who would you sound like if you could play guitar on that level? Who's lyrics gave you goosebumps and inspired you the most? Based on all our music interests, it came down to 3. Jimmie Page and (Zeppelin), David Gilmour, and Frank Marino. We eliminated so many off that list. Blues artists, rock, jazz. Lots. Gone! Eric Johnson held in for a while. Why not? He's tight.
It was hard to decide, obviously. Then we thought, These sounds and techniques from these bands, Zep, Floyd, and Mahogany are very disparate. So it's unfair to compare one against the other.
So back to the original questions. Who is the most well-rounded? Who makes you comfortable at home and in your own skin? Who do you most identify with as a guitarist, and who would you sound like if you played on that level? Who's lyrics inspired you and gave you goosebumps?
2 of 3 of us said, Frank Marino. The other said, David Gilmour. But, he said, "It's just a difference in taste. They all taste different. This is an unfair comparison: Which Is Best? It's just a matter of taste."
Ok, so which tastes best? Which would you aspire to? We three all said, "Frank", at the same time! Hahaha! So there!! How d'ya like them apples? True story!
One of the absolute best guitarists ever, and one of the nicest and most humble persons I have had the pleasure to call a friend. The band members are all epic as well. Rock ON Frank and Band. Thank you for all of the incredible music and inspiration over the years. 🙏 ⚡ 🎸
@DFV Louderilk He said last summer he has an "unexpected and debilitating medical condition." Marino fans are likely to know more by now. I honestly haven't been following any additional news. Sad to hear, though.
@DFV Louderilk He rescheduled the tour for 2021, before announcing his retirement on June 30, 2021, due to adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder). "I’ve got 50% movement in the arm," he said in 2012. "Although I have movement, I haven’t lost the pain. I’m in constant pain 24/7."
@@majoneski ...the..shoulder condition..was brought about from spending..hundreds of hours in the studio...re-doing missing drum parts that through a tech recording fault had gone missing from..the Agora Theatre DVD.So the ..DVD...truly was a labour of. love.This is the story as far as I’m aware.May the Lord Have Mercy on Frank’s shoulder pain...and Bless him with the Grace of Holy Peace.Amen.
Legend musician...had the pleasure of being introduced to his amazing talent in the 70's ...
Thank you for this comment you said it the best!!
I'm so greatful that this music is still around. Makes remember why I'm still here. 63 and I'm still fucking young. 👍👍🎇🎆😁
Yes you are still young !, I'm 71 and still playing my drums n singing it keeps me young good food not crap and praying to GOD THE WORLD GETS BETTER WITH FRANKS MUSIC GOD BLESS TO ALL
strange universe has been and will always be one of my favorite albums.
salute sir, thank you so much. semper fi
One of the best guitarists on the planet and a wonderful human being to boot. Still praying for your healing And peace Frank.
Close your eyes and float off to a faraway place where all is well and guitars are in control
Wow what can u say this guy the band is totally the complete thing to have the gift to playing and singing the way he does I'm sure the angles in heaven smile when they hear his music got to love it play on Frank praying for the healing you need to cary on #1
Saw Frank and Mahogany Rush back in his heyday...couldn't hear for 3 days. I'd do it again.
How did I get to 48 without hearing of this guy? First time I meet him, he melts my face clean off!!!
saw him at the capital center in largo Maryland in 1981 at the rockandroll marathon, frank blew me away, been a fan since then ,mohogany rush live is one of my favorite live albums ❤
Yep that place is gone now crazy
@@tideslider664ya unfortunately, saw a lot of concerts there, they tore it down and put up condos,heavy metal parking lot was filmed at the capital center
I was there too
King when it comes to meaning-ful music Love this tune You guys rock and will not make it die plz. Keep Rocking !
As with soooooooooooo many,,,,,, Highly underrated artist.
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️
This song is like warm blanket on a cold day..
That smile at the end was beautiful.
And that Kids , is how it's done . Thank You Frank .
Today's music doesn't have soul, Frank Marino always has soul !
No one can listen and watch this video and say God doesn't exist. The sheer incredible talent. The 70's had Frank Marino, Ronnie Montrose, Robin Trower, Pat Travers, and so many more. I saw Frank Marino once. The ability of these wonderful guitar players to make a crowd of 10k young partying people listen in silence is a tribute to their ability. To mesmerize the lucky ones hearing and observing it. Damn, I miss it. What a time it was.
Well said my friend, well said.
@JoeM-by5tw.....Hell yes!!! Every one that you named epitomized the 70's sound!! Phenomenal musicians!! 🖤🔥🤘🏼
I've been a drummer since 1964. Man, this is sweet. I'm not religious, but, AMEN!
I was so lucky to have seen both Ronnie and Pat appearing at a small venue in Tacoma. They performed within two or three months of each other. I was amazed that the owner of this club , which at one time was a Flakey Jake's hamburger place, got these superstars to play there. They were two of the best concerts I've ever been to. It wasn't too long after that I heard of Ronnie's passing. God bless the greats.
God doesn't exist. Great guitar players do. Here is some proof.
This is probably my favourite video on RUclips.
I've long considered Frank a musical genius (since the 70s, in fact) and here he demonstrates his innate talent for songwriting, this is such a beautiful song, his ineffable sense of melody, his musicianship... this just has everything. Love it.
Frank Marino.. the most overlooked and greatest guitar player..
Frank, our gang would always go to the Eastown Theater at Harper & Van Dyke In Detroit to see you regardless of who else was on the bill. Every time was absolutely amazing!
To stumble upon this in late 2023 confirms there are gems to still be found...I have the rest of my life to enjoy this...What a gift!!!
Word in 70s was Grank was just a regular guy, not a player at all. Took an acid trip and came back pla GG ing like this full blown. Course, i always took it with a grain of salt. But
Masterclass then & still. The days of Mahogany Rush have past & a great legacy of music left for those that know & for those soon to find out just how great Frank & that band were . Like Trower & the players from our generation It never ceases to amaze us just how great these players are . Frank can play any style & rock our socks off or memorize us with such fine melodic intricacy. . No punches to pull just the best in contemporary Rock n Roll. Saw Mahogany Rush back in 1973 & 75 & it's not surprising Frank is still one of the best . No matter who he finds to play with he's never off in hearing their abilities to play behind him & let him do what he does best ... PLAY !!!!
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I remember Frank from Boucherville high school in late sixties.
He was a respected hard working artist back then.
Always melodic.
That SG with single pickups sounds real good🎯
@@majortwang He took some of those mods from John Cippollina ( Quicksilver Messenger service ) who usually tweaked the heck out of his SGs & they always sounded great. i have a 74 SG Standard with the Walnut finish but as a stock freak I've left it alone . Still sounds great after all these years. Care to hear it i will put a link up to an audio composition i did in 74 but didn't record it till 87 and on a TEAC 4 Track Reel To Reel. The SG was used for the rhythm track but you can hear how tight it is . Many slam Gibson these days but i still love mine & well the new ones can be either way ,you just have to play them till you find the right one . Please leave me a comment on my page or post if you wish . I do agree with you Frank was one one the hardest working musicians around & it's a shame he's had bad shoulder problems for some years forcing him to retire touring , i was lucky to have seen him back in the day. ruclips.net/video/RHj04fFTrZI/видео.html
You really spoke the Truth!
well said I miss those days!
Sinfully underated musician.
This DVD is worth every cent
Dear Frank Marino
You are part of MY Hendrix Triumvirate
Saw Jimi Hendrix May 1970
Saw Robin Trower November 1976
Never saw you live
Didn't tour Metro Philly a lot
Saw the OTHER Rush 4xs
You & Paul Harwood & Jimmy Ayoob were my favorite Mahogany Rush
Perfect example of Frank's brilliant diversity of guitar mastery. MESMERIZING!
70 yrs old, never heard of him. The things we miss in life. 😥
Good Montreal lad. Saw him several times early 70’s. Phenomenal musician. His rendition of King Bee is a must listen
FIRST SAW FRANK N MAHOGANY RUSH BACK 1971, IN THE SMALL TOWN OF PERTH, ONTARIO. I WAS SIXTEEN N THEY WERE THE BACKUP BAND FOR LIGHTHOUSE….. MAN IT SHOULD OF BEEN THE OTHER WAY AROUND . FAVOURITE ALBUM…. TALES OF THE UNEXPECTED… 52 YRS OF ROCKIN MY WORLD
THX YOU FRANK 🖖
That is an exceptional album!
Amazing music! The drummers smile @ 7:30 says it all, pure joy! Well done Frank & band, well done!
The most underrated musician in the world. Frank is unbelievable.
WIITHOUT A DOUBT, ONE OF THE MOST UNDERRATED INDEED!!! 🖤🔥🤘🏼
I saw Frank in 1980 mobile Alabama civil center 10,000 people ,,sold out ,,,,3 bands opened for him (ange)l,,then (mothers finest) ( then humble pie )(it was The rock& roll Marathon tour)Frank came on stage about 10:35 pm played till almost 1 am,, way over two hours,,,he,s the , greatest guitarist on planet earth,, nobody can even come close if your a guitar player,,I would advise you to buy( tales of the unexpected),,,(, album) ,,and ,,""(Frank Marino and mohagamy rush Live ::perform))"" album))
That is one of most amazing performance's that I have ever seen..
Come on, let's be honest. This is the most musical thing on the whole internet.
LOVED Frank's band Mahogany Rush back in the 70's!! "Norwegian Wood" was one of my favorites!!
Why Gibson hasn’t come out with a Frank Marino signature SG yet I will never know.
4 Strat style pickups... a custom finish on his fretboard.... those are just the things I noticed... 45 years ago this guy was doing stuff I couldn't believe....!
I doubt Gibson would put a signature SG out that sounds like a Stratocaster ... bad for business.
@@DaleBrotherton Gibson has become a guitar manufacturing whorehouse...! They could use seymore's or DiMarggio's.. do a limited edition & make one big fat Mountain of $....!
Cuz he not a sell out , Gibson is not even made in America 👊🏼
@@stevelobianco6116 Mostly the Epiphone line but have you heard of the Gibson factory in Nashville?
What a wonderful, multifaceted guitarist. It is his “swing” in his phrasing that has always attracted me to his music. Frank is a rocker with the heart of a jazz player. Kudos, Frank.
His not just one of the best guitar players of all time but also one of the best singers as well.Just an amazing unique voice.
Absolutely enjoy his singing!
How wonderful in HQ 1080p. Beautiful.☮
God Bless You Mr.Marino, you use your God given gift to help others with great songs .The world is a better place with you playing your guitar and singing.Prayers for your health from North Carolina on the Outer Banks.We love you .God is with You
Haven’t jammed on him since high school back in 81. I think it’s time to check him out.
Awesome ness Badass cool breeze
My Big brothers had your albums in his collection in the early 70s and the sounds off those records like talking bout a feeling ane dragonfly were amazing .just had keep putting that needle back on the dual turntable.God is with you Frank
Sounds like hendrix when he played melodic
who would of thought 100 years ago this beautiful sound could ever come from somebodies hands....
Still have my record of Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush live I purchased in the 70s. Still listening 50 years later! He was and is still my hero and inspired my guitar playing to another level. Thank you Frank for the music.
Same here. I always aspired to play the Guitar like Frank. No one like him.
A friend turned me onto Frank Marino and Robin Trower back in the 80's. I have loved that 70's style and sound ever since. I have a great collection of Marino's music. As a guitarist I have been trying to recreate that style and sound. Not so easy, close but not the same.❤🩹❤🩹
You can always go to Frank Marino audio and check out his new handmade custom pedals, you'd be one step closer to your goal for sure!
This is a testament of one of the greatest musicians of our times. You all know what I'm talking about. The Feeling.
How about a shout out to Frank's amazing rythym section. These guys are top notch and Frank is in top form as usual.
No matter how many times I hear this, I am transported back to a time when all was good and calm, my arm around my lady, and the lights down low. Thank you for that indelible memory.
I concur...all the way from Harare. We blow our watts to his music...under the African Sky, The scintillating sound of Frank's Gibson. Magic!
Beautiful playing. He's maybe more enjoyable than Bonamasa, Eric Johnson, Gary Moore, I dunno, but that was beautiful. Some of the greatest get unnoticed which doesn't seem fair but at least some of us have had the great privilege of "noticing" thanks to RUclips and Frank's dedication to his craft.
Saw Mahagony Rush at a High School Dance, M.A.I. 1972. No one danced we witnessed guitar greatness.
I never get tired of hearing & watching this 👍
I swear there's a magic in his music that brings me there to the beautiful past I've never lived through ...
I grew up listening to Frank Marino And Mahogany Rush, Frank’s a musical treasure. Yes I’m another of the 63 year old guy’s found throughout the comment section who’s been listening to Frank since the old old days.
I just turned 63 a week ago. Tried to see Frank back when I was a teenager. He broke a hand or arm and that concert was canceled. Had tickets to two shows in 2020. That didn't work out. So glad for the DVD set from the Agora. A true master.
I think this somg was on the first album of his that I bought. Nobody has given me more entertainment in my 63 years than Frank Marino concerts albums and certainly i cannot be more thankful the stars aligned and his magic was captured. In recall lit clearly like it was yesterday a couple friends said he you gotta hear this. So on the living console magnavox johnny b goode. Never missed frank marino or little feat at the warner theatre in washington dc
My 1st ever concert was Frank Marino & Mohogany Rush. Shreveport L.A., 1979.
Talent beyond comprehension. IHe defined my teenage years and to this day . I'm in tears of joy listening to this in 2023 . We LOVE YOU FRANK 🖖👌✌️👃🖕
I'm ashamed to say I haven't thought about Frank in years. This is a beautiful reminder of what a great talenty is, time to pull out some old albums and have a little listening party
Franks Guitar Tone: Liquid Golden Honey for the Ears and Soul.❤
Stunning! I've always loved Frank's guitar playin' - but his singing capabilities deserves more credit. This song blew me away! 🙌🏻
Tone and style reminds me of the great Rick Derringer, and his voice makes me miss the late, great Jeff Healey.
Heavily autotuned
@@jaakkokunnas Lol, you're high...
Get the box set, you won’t be disappointed!
Been a fan since 77. Never ceases to amaze me...
It's all been said in these numerous comments. Timeless, breathtaking, mesmerising, otherworldly etc etc.
I have no idea where he connects to when he picks up a guitar - only the universe knows the answer to that. Beautiful beyond mere words.
God bless you Frank.
This is SPECTACULAR !!! 😃
Frank sure knows how to incorporate cool Jazz lines within his Blues/Rock playing.
I love the way this particular SG (w/3 single-coil pickups) sounds just like a Strat to my ears.
He really is the Best/Smoothest etc.
What a voice, what a guitar play.
Seen this guy more times than I can count back in the mid 70's. Usually billed as a battle of the bands with the Amboy Dukes.
Will never forget 1977 Cobo Hall Detroit MI, featuring Kansas, Mother's Finest and head liner Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush. Marino is up there on the guitar Mt Rushmore with Page, Clapton, Hendrix. But that's just my humble opinion. Continue to heal up and Stay Groovy
I am 60 and have been playing guitar since I was 11. Of course I was influenced by EVH, Jeff Beck, Clapton, SRV & many others. But Frank was the one that blew my mind and had me practicing for hours a day. Still my favorite guitarist
No one like Frank Marino.....simply no one 😊 omg that guitar sound is heaven on earth, we are so blessed to have had you fill our lives with your music 👏😃
I can’t give it more like’s!!!!! A sin
For me blackmore schenker Gary moore ,rik emmit ronnie montrose evh satrianni page hendrix
The most underrated gutarist,singer,songwriter, guitar toneist,.know body has his style swag, perfectionist his musicians he hand picks.he knows his pedals,father, family man to walk the face of the earth.....and most of all so Humble....I hope I didn't leave anything out.
@jerrywoods4066 they all blow compared to frank
I Saw Frank and Mahogany Rush With Kansas at the Electric Ballroom in Atlanta. The Next NIGHT QUEEN, Kansas AND MAHOGANY RUSH AWESOME MEMORIES!!!❤
This is what the term "musical artist" is really about. How is it possible that I've never heard of this person until today. Immense talent. Tasteful guitar that speaks. Soulful singing too.
Mahogany Rush was a band formed in the 1970's , Frank Marino is a founder member of that band .
I listened to Mahogany Rush on Vinyl in the 80's , then found this video today . Totally awesome playing .
I have been trying to turn people onto him since the 70s. Incredibly versatile player.
@@-Atmos1 Unfortunately, I think the other Rush kind of took all the plaudits away from them because their music was more accessible.
Check out Tales of the Unexpected by Mahogany Rush. It s probably on youtube. You won t be disappointed
A Rocker initially and Frank does that very well.
Here though you get the jazz chops which is so much demonstrative of his ability.
Such a great guitarist.
I saw Frank for the first time in 1972 at Vanier college auditorium in montreal quebec....amazing then and still fantastic and mesmerizing .....great musician
This is beautiful. Been listening to Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush for almost 50 years.
Gotta love that smile of his at the end.
50 years! non stop! Mate, take a break. We all love Frank but that's too much.😉
@@myoldmate Haha .. and 24/7.. Good Times!
Yep... me too.... and his music never gets old!
We used to call him the canadian hendrix dragonfly differently has Hedrick vibes
I Was Lucky To Have A Brother In Law That Was Really Into Music And Took Me To A Styx Concert In St Paul Mn Frank Marino Warmed Up For Styx And When Styx Came Out On Stage They Were Booed Off The Stage Until Frank Marino Came Back Out On Stage And Played With Styx Wow What A AWESOME Guitar Player I Would Pay Any Thing To See Frank Marino Play Again I Have Seen All Kinds Of Concerts In My Time Here So Frank marino Was The Best Even Above And Beyond Led Zepplin 😄
I think god touched this man’s heart and soul bless you frank
Agreed
Started listening to Frank Marino in 1970s , great guitarist and singer , great feel
Hi Frank, You will and always have been #1 in my Book. I’m 63 now and have followed you since I was 12 Yrs Old. You are the Greatest Guitarist and Singer the World has known and will know about long into the Future. I hope you get well soon. I will definitely keep you in my Prayers. I bought the set with the Book and it’s my Cherished item. Thanks so much for putting it together. Keep well Frank.👍👍❤️
You know it!
Frank stands alone to me. He is a master engineer and technician who converts that into just fantastic guitar, musicianship, lyrics, and singing. A true treasure listening to him live
I still have my Dragonfly album, I feel crushed that Frank never got the fame and fortune he deserved, he was truly one of a kind. Thank you for years of happiness listening to Mahogany Rush.
It's been a long time since I have heard anything in the popular music culture that I was moved to call "beautiful music. Now I have.
Frank Marino was one of the greatest and most underrated gifts to the American music scene in history. Such an inspiration, such a blessing, Wow
That would be North American given he is Canadian…..
Just had a BD he did, all the best at 69 years old sir.
Frank Marino one of the greatest of ALL TIMES!!!!!
Let's hope Frank makes a miraculous recovery and gets back on stage.
That is phenomenal! The drummer has a awesome groove too...I mean all these guys are incredible
I agree, the band is faultless, brilliant concert, wish i was there.!! Greetings from the land under the land down under (Tasmania)
WTF! Just when you think there is nothing left in this world to inspire you. Amazing..
I haven't picked up a guitar in two years, but thanks to Frank I will.
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Dust it off
Got to see him and Mahogany Rush in Santa Monica back in the early 80's. Fantastic show ❤
Mr. Marino is in a class by himself....
People who say he was a Jimi clone have no grasp of this man talent!
Has there been any time in the well over 50 years that Frank has been anything but fucking awesome!!
AS a kid growing up in Detroit, I was blessed by all the concerts in the late 60s &70s,but one that stands out ,was Ted nugent ,Bobseger and mahogany Rush.. Ted & Frank had a guitar battle that was amazing.Around 1973 ,at the old Michigan palace.I would give my right nut to relive that night!!