Everything about that was flawless. The guitar tech noticed, brought out the guitar, the sound engineer mutes perfectly for the 1/4" cord to be unplugged and lugged back in and you didn't even notice it.
I know right ! Auh I was hoping to hear what they would have had to say about that but since they didn’t catch it : NO COMMENT and oh what smooth transition he had switching guitars. But since they didn’t notice ;NO COMMENT : Auh shucks and I was hoping they would have caught it;
And when they watched Jimi playing with his teeth & tongue, they refused to believe it, claiming that someone offstage was actually playing. (Which they do fess up about here, to their credit.)
Stevie Ray, a guitar magician. 13 gauge strings, plays both rhythm and lead simultaneously, AND has a killer singing voice. Thank you for all the great music, SRV. Gone way too young. Rest in Peace, Stevie.
What's crazy is around 4:35 you can see he broke a string on his guitar, but still kept it going seamlessly even with a BROKEN GUITAR! Super talented! That's why he swaps guitars later
Not only is it the smoothest guitar switch ever, but a broken string screws your tuning, but Stevie was good enough to bend the strings, keeping it in tune until the changeover.
There’s a video of Jonny Lang singing Lie to Me where he changes guitars in the middle of the song because of that reason also. Or BB King changing a guitar string during the song while singing on. Masters of their craft!
Greatest Guitarists ever: #1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html #2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html #3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html #4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html #5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html #6 - Chuck Berry #7 - Jimmy Page #8 - Eric Clapton #9 - Eddie Van Halen #10 - Alex Lifeson #11 - Angus Young #12 - Randy Rhodes
This performance was great not because of his playing but because how he improvised through the string breaking AND a guitar swap mid solo. Thats like a nascar driver experiencing engine failure getting to the pit and jumping into another moving car and getting back into the race. Special shout out and recognition to his guitar tech. His professionalism did not go unnoticed.👍🏽
I've never seen anyone play live as good as SVR did. Dude was nearly flawless. He was an absolute monster in the live performance of "life without you".
I love music, Hendrix, Van Halen Sammy Hagar, Led Zeppelin, Lynyrd Skynrd, The Eagles. Stevie Nicks. As far as Guitarist IMO no one is better than The Pride Of Texas Stevie Ray Vaughan! He played with his soul!
Yes. Yes, he is. I’m always happy when you guys go old school. Great reaction! I love Stevie, Jimmy, Eddie, and a host of others but no one gets it like Stevie did. And he played behind his back and with his teeth as well. RIP Rock Gods
@@Kickinthescience I’m extremely partial to Stevie but Prince was a genius that I still rock, and a heavily underrated guitarist. Just a completely different style and feel. Wow, I really miss them, but I’m so grateful they left a rich legacy behind.
I hope you read this, I’m 61 yrs old and come across you guys giving reactions to the artist I grew up on , and it makes my heart happy to see the pure enjoyment on your faces when you discover someone great. I loved Elvis’s review , but you guys seeing Chuck Berry the first time cracked me up. Keep it up guys you are ALL awesome.
Greatest Guitarists ever: #1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html #2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html #3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html #4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html #5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html #6 - Chuck Berry #7 - Jimmy Page #8 - Eric Clapton #9 - Eddie Van Halen #10 - Alex Lifeson #11 - Angus Young #12 - Randy Rhodes
Greatest Guitarists ever: #1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html #2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html #3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html #4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html #5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html #6 - Chuck Berry #7 - Jimmy Page #8 - Eric Clapton #9 - Eddie Van Halen #10 - Alex Lifeson #11 - Angus Young #12 - Randy Rhodes
Greatest Guitarists ever: #1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html #2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html #3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html #4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html #5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html #6 - Chuck Berry #7 - Jimmy Page #8 - Eric Clapton #9 - Eddie Van Halen #10 - Alex Lifeson #11 - Angus Young #12 - Randy Rhodes
@@FreedomFighter2112 I strongly disagree. You are crossing influence with pure structural talent. Jimi, Clapton, BB had more influence than Stevie, but even Clapton & BB said SRV was like an open channel like they had never seen.
If you want to see another top 5 legendary guitar performance watch Price and Tom Petty performance of 'My guitar gently weeps' at the rock hall of fame. Then watch the prince halftime show and see where Prince stands in your book.
SRV is definitely the greatest. I had the privilege to meet him a couple of times before he really got big. One of the nicest most humble people you could meet. I have a story Ill share later. Check out Texas Flood live at the Macombo you will see why we say he is the greatest. He could do anything Hendrix could do. In fact Hendrix was one of his idols. He is truly a legend here in Texas. Texas Blues at its best. Another great song is Pride and Joy. Eric Clapton once said that the only person that could make him put his guitar down and quit would be Stevie. So glad you guys are checking him out. I really miss him. RIP Stevie.
Stevie Ray is one of my personal favorites, a consummate blues man and a technical genius. A great way to get a good look at them both is to check out their live versions of Voodoo Chile. Jimi wrote it and after he passed, Stevie Ray was the only one Jimi's father would approve to cover the song.
Greatest Guitarists ever: #1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html #2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html #3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html #4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html #5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html #6 - Chuck Berry #7 - Jimmy Page #8 - Eric Clapton #9 - Eddie Van Halen #10 - Alex Lifeson #11 - Angus Young #12 - Randy Rhodes
@@FreedomFighter2112 Those are some great guitarists. Most would have Eddie Van Halen higher on that list and although he is great, I dont think you can put Santana as #2 unless youre saying this is your personal favorites and not an objective list. Plus no Jeff Beck, Les Paul or Prince? Id also put Joe Satriani and Mark Knopfler on there as well.
Listen to the studio of SRV cover of Jimmy's little wing. Hendrix was smiling from above as he heard Stevie play his song like nobody else could. SRV was incredible. Saw about a year before he died and didn't realize how blessed I was to see one of the best ever work his magic with 6 strings and a voice.
Here as a guitar player and student, listen guys, Jimmy Hendrix essentially invented the distorted guitar, transitioning the genre of rock from plain acoustics to harder metal. He basically influenced all your favorite guitar players you mention. He may not be the best skillfully, but as a pioneer of rock music guitar, SRV can have that title, Jimmy Hendrix is a true legend and deserves his respect a the one of the most soulful ever. No one could express their emotions through guitar notes like him, listen to his performance at Woodstock Star Spangled banner 🇺🇸
Yep, every guitar player will cred Hendrix with his innovative and creative use of distortion, feedback, but SRV took that knowledge to a different level.
Hendricks was Rock roll, Stevie Ray is blues, but Stevie loved Jimmy. They were both powerhouse in their days and they're both up in heaven playing together
yall gotta see Prince play the guitar, he was definitely goat status. The song below is arguably one of the best solos of all time. Prince literally making his guitar weep. Prince, Tom Petty, Steve Winwood, Jeff Lynne and others -- "While My Guitar Gently Weeps"
@@gracieb.3054 He's not the only one who thinks that way. I don't think Prince was anywhere NEAR goat status and his name should not be mentioned in the same breath as SRV, the actual GOAT.
Whenever someone mentions Prince's guitar skills, all they talk about is this ONE performance of WMGGW. That's it. That's not ability, that's showing off.
Y'all gotta check out SRV's "Texas Flood" live @ the El Mocambo show. Probably one of his greatest performances ever, definitely his greatest show alongside Austin. Other-worldly.
There is "NO" racial barriers to appreciate greatness and the love for music! SRV was a genre all of his own, great mix of Southern Rock, Rhythm & Blues, soul, and a touch of country Sadly he was struck down at the peak of his career, would have loved to see how he would have followed up his overwhelming success!
Stevie plays 3 or 4 Hendrix songs. Voodoo Child, Little Wing, Third Stone From the Sun and Castles Made of Sand. They're both great players. It's like choosing between apples and oranges.
You have had some great guitarists guys but may I suggest another one by the name of Jeff Healey. He was a Canadian guitarist who was blind but he definitely had a gift. He and Stevie Ray Vaughan performed together. If you can find the video, check out his song "See The Light" where he performs live. It will blow your mind.
So I'm a 52year old white guy who mostly Grew up metal but I listen to rap a little bit more than what I used to. Your channel is in my top 10 channels of favorite reaction channels to watch. You guys always bring a fun attitude and Good vibes.
I love watching you guys react to guys that can really play. All the guys that you are mentioning were great in their own way, but then Stevie came along, he took it to a different level. What E.C. said about Stevie was " he's an open channel and music just flows out, after seeing him for the first time he makes people want to take up guitar and he makes people that are accomplished and have jammed with him want to quit playing!
Other SRV videos: . Life Without You (live with the Texas Flag in the backdrop) . Tin Pan Alley (live with Copeland) . Riviera Paradise . Lenny . Voodoo Chile . SRV and Jeff Healy duet . Session with Albert King in Canada. (Lengthy video) 🕶️🇵🇬🧡💙🎸🔥🇺🇸
One of Stevie Ray's friends, Canadian guitarist Jeff Healey is definitely worth checking out too - See the Light (live) :) Stevie greatly admired Jimi as well as played with Blues greats like Albert King :) All amazing players...Jimi's sound was innovative and more rock than blues.
Greatest Guitarists ever: #1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html #2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html #3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html #4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html #5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html #6 - Chuck Berry #7 - Jimmy Page #8 - Eric Clapton #9 - Eddie Van Halen #10 - Alex Lifeson #11 - Angus Young #12 - Randy Rhodes
I love the fact that you guys are having these discussions. Brings me back to when I was a kid sitting with friends arguing about which band or musician was better.
Texas Flood Live at the El Macombo, by Stevie Ray Vaughan, brothers. The man plays the guitar BEHIND HIS BACK and solos. Just amazing playing from note 1.
So many guitarists stand on Jimi's shoulders and many others' shoulders. Jimi stood on the shoulders of those before him too. Stevie knows it. The Hendrix family is notoriously strict about Jimi's estate, but they gave Stevie the blessing to play his music and they even gave him some of Jimi's equipment to use. I also recommend watching the videos of Stevie jamming with Albert King (Blues legend).
Yes the Hendrix estate is very strict about how Jimi's "brand" is being used however it has absolutely nothing to do with that man's legacy, it's all about the all mighty greenback to them. As far as them giving SRV their blessings or giving SRV some of Jimi's equipment to use isn't true. SRV was perfecting Jimi's music long before Jimi's brand was trademarked & they gained full control of his estate. As far as the equipment you're referring to.... yes SRV had a wah wah pedal that Hendrix used bit it was purchased at an auction by Jimmy Vaughn (SRVs older brother) & given to SRV & had to be completely reworked & only the shell is original
@wolfganghumboldt4830 It's really a damn shame that whoever is in charge of the Hendrix estate is so greedy. There's a wealth of Hendrix material they have. They're all about making every last dime they can & don't get me wrong, what they have in my opinion is beyond priceless but this isn't the way Jimi would've wanted things. This was fairly recently (few yrs) that they pulled this stunt, long after SRV was killed. I'm not sure what the implications are covering another artist music but I think if SRV was still alive he would've done it anyways lol
You guys are having the same argument we used to have when I was in high school in the 70s - Who's better? Jimi, Stevie Ray, or Van Halen? Don't have to chose one, I love them all!!
YOU GUYS HAVE GOT TO LISTEN TO THE BAND CALLED “DEATH”. Not the new metal band, but the 1970s band of the same name that comprised of some African American brothers from Detroit, I believe..They played some really amazing rock and the sound was ahead of it’s time. They never made it big, but they made an actual record, only less than 500 maybe. Not very many. But YEARS later they were discovered by rare record enthusiasts. Someone uploaded the record called Death, and now they play concerts together again! It’s a sad story how they came to be a band. Their father died and it really took a toll on the family. So their outlet was Death. Listen to Freakin’ Out (about an acid trip) or Keep On Knockin’. PLEASE listen to this band. They fucking slap!!! I can help you guys listen to stuff that’s great and worth your time. Some artists have one good hit and everything else is trash. Also live versions of most songs aren’t good to listen to for the first time.
You should take a look at Stevie playing with Buddy Guy on Buddy Guy's birthday. It's great and they're both two of the best guitar players of all time.
Eric Clapton talked about how while he's playing, he's always thinking about where his fingers are going next, but Stevie just let all those notes flow out of him effortlessly. Legend.
SRV could not read sheet music, self-taught, he learned by listening to a song being played and could begin playing it before it usually finished playing, in his own way, of course.
Jim I & Stevie Ray are both top guitarist that died way too soon. I don’t know if anyone mentioned, but the Jimi played his guitar upside-down. He had a right hand Stratocaster, but Jimi was left handed. So he flipped the guitar over. Stevie Ray would go out and play all night in clubs leaning from the best, like Albert King/Buddy Guy. Then go to high school in the morning. He was notorious for playing until blisters took off the skin on his hands, he’d just superglue the skin back on and keep playing. The were both generational talents.
Stevie Ray's favorite guitarist was Jimi Hendrix! He was also inspired by Albert King, B.B. King, Johnny Copeland, Eric Clapton, and Duane Allman. But I have to say, just as the Cartier brother in the white shirt said before, SRV has his own soul! When I get to Heaven someday, I'm going to ask my Lord Jesus, before He escorts me to my mansion, if He would mind if we made a stop at Stevie Ray Vaughan's place first. I want to meet that legenary man! Love all your reactions to SRV. You all crack me up!
You guys have to react to srv “Texas flood” or “little wing” both live versions to see his guitar skills. He’s def in conversation for the goat. My personal favorite for sure.
Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, David Gilmour, Brian May, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan etc. a lots of real talented legend. But JEFF BECK R.I.P🕊 who died a few days ago, was the guitarist of guitarist's. I'm not saying this, it's the legends listed before me that called him that. Listen and hear why! Anyway all of them just insanly incredible, it's a matter of mood and taste. ✌EDIT: SRV's best performance is 'Texas Flood' simply dope! 💯
They were both genius and innovators during their short time's with us. I love them both and I don't really think I would list one better than the other as they have different styles and different sounds. Listen, enjoy and appreciate. Another great guitarist to add to your list should be Jeff Healey. One of the most brilliant artists ever.
There’s no way to ever say who is the best… Every one of the guitar players you guys mentioned are in the group that is the best. When you get up to that top-tier it’s just a matter of taste how you narrow down which one you think is the greatest.
Greatest Guitarists ever: #1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html #2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html #3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html #4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html #5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html #6 - Chuck Berry #7 - Jimmy Page #8 - Eric Clapton #9 - Eddie Van Halen #10 - Alex Lifeson #11 - Angus Young #12 - Randy Rhodes
This was the concert at Austin City Limits when he was showcasing the last album "In Step", before his death. What's most tragic about his death is that he completely changed his life around and beat his addiction to drugs and alcohol which almost killed him. His alcohol addiction was so bad at one point that he would drink a full bottle of Crown just before going out to play, he couldn't play without it. Luckily he got the help he needed and had a new lease on life but died in a helicopter crash in Alpine Valley Wisconsin. He was taken from us way too early. RIP Stevie.
You picked the tamer Little Sister to watch. Stevie's live performance "Look At Little Sister" with Jeff Healy is like watching a planet being created. Then, SRV's performance of Texas Flood Live at El Mocambo where he plays behind his back is crazy good. Rating the two (Hendrix) against each other is hard because Hendrix innovated and then influenced, so Vaughn had the base technique to build upon.
He broke a string. You could see it whipping around there and he played right through the solo then swapped guitars and never missed a beat. He plays a cover of Voodoo Chile you should watch him do it.
You guys are silly....but I worked with 2 close friends who I totally respected musically...we lived together for almost a year in a hotel (the suite...but it sucked) so one night we debated who is the best guitarist of all time. Mine was Stevie Ray (because I am the smartest) my boss loved Eddie Van Halen...and Coupe Lavelle loved Jimmy....the point is that this is a perpetual question that will never be solved...love them all. Because they actually loved eachother.
Guys, Jimi’s playing transitioned the rock guitar from a support instrument into a solo instrument. Stevie acknowledged that. He also was flamboyant like setting his guitar on fire at Woodstock. But Jimi’ skills were not as developed. Wonder what he would have done had he lived. SRV is absolutely Blues and had incredible skills which he developed over his life. Again, what he could have done if he had not died. I was 2 feet away from him at an outdoor concert in 1983. First time I’d ever seen or heard anything like him. I’m so grateful. ❤️
Jimi Hendrix was the greatest guitarist of his GENERATION, Stevie Ray Vaughan looked up to Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, he said that all the time, before he passed away.. That's Why Stevie Ray Vaughan has So much Soul in his Music, Because Of Guitarist like, Jimi Hendrix..
Stevie Ray Vaughan and Buckethead are the two best guitarists of all time. So thankful my late father raised me on real talented music with soul rather than popular garbage. Listening to Stevie always brings back the best memories I have. RIP Dad
Had the privilege to have seen him, Fabulous Thunderbirds opened.... SRV died the following August 27th, my birthday and every year since, I raise my glass and I miss him
Smoothest guitar swap ever seen by me. Wanna see another side of Stevie? Check out "Tin Pan Alley", live with Johnny Copeland. Smooth Blues. The SRV/Jimi debate shud never exist, and they would tell u so themselves. They were both multi-dimensional super beings, and I love them both. Jimi was the composer extraordinaire, Stevie was the guitar. Both could tear it up and would have been dynamite jamming together. Which may actually be happening now🎆 Hearts full of soul.
Stevie Ray Vaughan is blues rock and roll with Southern Rock that flows a lot better than just rock and roll Stevie Ray Vaughan was inspired by a black man playing Blues that's why and learn from him an old blues singer and player
If you want to see another fantastic Blues guitarist please check out Jeff Healey See the light from Night Music 1988. Jeff lost his sight to cancer when he was three. He was a good friends with Stevie Ray Vaughan and Stevie Ray Vaughan helped him break into the American market as he was Canadian. Unfortunately Jeff Healey passed from cancer when he was in his 40's. Jimi Hendrix Stevie Ray Vaughan Jeff Healey all fantastic guitarists that left us too soon
As a long time Austinite. SRV was special. Saw him live several times. Once he and his brother Jimmy played a double neck guitar simultaneously. AND switched places and never stopped playing! In this ACL show. He busted a string, kept playing. Switched guitars. And never stopped.
As a 60 year old white lady, I'm delighted to watch five young African-American gentlemen discuss who's better, Hendrix v. Vaughn. It gives me hope for the musical future. Love you guys!
Saw him at the greek with BB King and it was amazing!!!🔥🔥🔥 absolutely love your reactions!!! You need to listen to more of him he's a legend!! RIP Stevie
Stevie loved Jimi and followed in his foot steps, so the young man on the right of the video was right it is an evolution and Stevie helped evolve that as well as all the great black blues masters. He always acknowledged those artists.
They didn't even notice that he broke a string, finished the solo without that string and changed guitars to finish the song. Truly masterful
Yeah, I was like "Is one of these guys going to notice that flashy busted string?"
Everything about that was flawless. The guitar tech noticed, brought out the guitar, the sound engineer mutes perfectly for the 1/4" cord to be unplugged and lugged back in and you didn't even notice it.
Too busy having a "Barbershop" moment.......happens often 🤣‼
I know right ! Auh I was hoping to hear what they would have had to say about that but since they didn’t catch it : NO COMMENT and oh what smooth transition he had switching guitars. But since they didn’t notice ;NO COMMENT : Auh shucks and I was hoping they would have caught it;
And when they watched Jimi playing with his teeth & tongue, they refused to believe it, claiming that someone offstage was actually playing. (Which they do fess up about here, to their credit.)
Stevie Ray, a guitar magician. 13 gauge strings, plays both rhythm and lead simultaneously, AND has a killer singing voice. Thank you for all the great music, SRV. Gone way too young. Rest in Peace, Stevie.
listen to srv do voodoo child by jimi hendrix..jimi was one of his idols
@@tammygilliland7713 If he knows the string gauge, he's probably already seen it ;)
What's crazy is around 4:35 you can see he broke a string on his guitar, but still kept it going seamlessly even with a BROKEN GUITAR! Super talented! That's why he swaps guitars later
SRV isn’t just a blues master, he’s made incredible, soulful songs like ‘Riviera Paradise’ as well. One of my all-time favorite guitarists, no doubt.
Not only is it the smoothest guitar switch ever, but a broken string screws your tuning, but Stevie was good enough to bend the strings, keeping it in tune until the changeover.
There’s a video of Jonny Lang singing Lie to Me where he changes guitars in the middle of the song because of that reason also. Or BB King changing a guitar string during the song while singing on. Masters of their craft!
Greatest Guitarists ever:
#1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html
#2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html
#3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html
#4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html
#5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html
#6 - Chuck Berry
#7 - Jimmy Page
#8 - Eric Clapton
#9 - Eddie Van Halen
#10 - Alex Lifeson
#11 - Angus Young
#12 - Randy Rhodes
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This performance was great not because of his playing but because how he improvised through the string breaking AND a guitar swap mid solo. Thats like a nascar driver experiencing engine failure getting to the pit and jumping into another moving car and getting back into the race. Special shout out and recognition to his guitar tech. His professionalism did not go unnoticed.👍🏽
But these cats didn't even catch it... That's how slick Stevie was... They're arguing about who's better while he's swapping guitars...
Rene was or I should say is something special. He had that guitar already set up and tuned to sound exactly like the one that broke a string
Yes they did.. u clearly missed the "going for a little switch"
SRV's live version of "Texas Flood" shows some of his best skills. I hope y'all give it a watch. ML!
Live at El Mocambo is all
this!
Gary Moore is definitely up there with him, both are legends
you're welcome lol ruclips.net/video/LN0c6IfMkac/видео.html
lol just saw that they reacted to this
I've never seen anyone play live as good as SVR did. Dude was nearly flawless. He was an absolute monster in the live performance of "life without you".
check out Jimi Hendrix (Guitar God), srv was fan too :D
I love music, Hendrix, Van Halen Sammy Hagar, Led Zeppelin, Lynyrd Skynrd, The Eagles. Stevie Nicks. As far as Guitarist IMO no one is better than The Pride Of Texas Stevie Ray Vaughan! He played with his soul!
SRV's "Texas Flood" live at the El Mocambo is a must-see. One of the best live guitar performances ever captured on video.
Yes. Yes, he is. I’m always happy when you guys go old school. Great reaction! I love Stevie, Jimmy, Eddie, and a host of others but no one gets it like Stevie did. And he played behind his back and with his teeth as well. RIP Rock Gods
Stevie wasn’t as versatile as Prince was
Jimi did it 1st. Stevie idolized Jimi.
@@Kickinthescience I’m extremely partial to Stevie but Prince was a genius that I still rock, and a heavily underrated guitarist. Just a completely different style and feel. Wow, I really miss them, but I’m so grateful they left a rich legacy behind.
Texas Flood at the El mocambo. This ain't nothing Texas Flood El mocambo
They posed the same question about Jimi Hendrix. So SRV is better?
Besides being the greatest guitar player of all time, Stevie’s vocals are massively underrated
Stevie's "Texas Flood" live at the El Macambo, behind the back skills is CRAZY!!!! Please do this reaction???? This is the ULTIMATE video to WATCH!!!!
Wow, The El Macambo. Blast from the past. So sad it was too far away for the weekly drive. The few times though are where memories begin.
Nah his best is life without you
I hope you read this, I’m 61 yrs old and come across you guys giving reactions to the artist I grew up on , and it makes my heart happy to see the pure enjoyment on your faces when you discover someone great. I loved Elvis’s review , but you guys seeing Chuck Berry the first time cracked me up. Keep it up guys you are ALL awesome.
Stevie Ray Vaughan doesn't just play the guitar he is the guitar⚡
This right here.
No , PETER TOSH
@@patrickcain1455 no
Greatest Guitarists ever:
#1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html
#2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html
#3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html
#4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html
#5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html
#6 - Chuck Berry
#7 - Jimmy Page
#8 - Eric Clapton
#9 - Eddie Van Halen
#10 - Alex Lifeson
#11 - Angus Young
#12 - Randy Rhodes
Jimmy Page # 1 by far
Gentlemen, this is BLUES!! Those roots go back deep! Stevie Ray was the most modern badass at the time. R.I.P. awesome SRV!
I've been a guitar player for 50 years. I saw SRV 4 times. He made me want to go home and burn my guitars. He was a monster player. RIP
Greatest Guitarists ever:
#1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html
#2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html
#3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html
#4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html
#5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html
#6 - Chuck Berry
#7 - Jimmy Page
#8 - Eric Clapton
#9 - Eddie Van Halen
#10 - Alex Lifeson
#11 - Angus Young
#12 - Randy Rhodes
Lmao
@@FreedomFighter2112 terrible order
great guitar players make you want to learn guitar
the best guitar players make you want to give up and head to the pawn shop
@@FreedomFighter2112 🤮
You need to catch Stevie and Johnny Copeland performing "Tin Pan Alley" pure fire
I was there for his final concert. 😪 Don’t forget about Prince - While My Guitar Gently Weeps. There’s a surprise at the end.
Yes he is! No one ever will be as great as he was. You really need to see him performing VooDoo Child. 🤘🏻🤘🏻💙
Greatest Guitarists ever:
#1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html
#2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html
#3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html
#4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html
#5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html
#6 - Chuck Berry
#7 - Jimmy Page
#8 - Eric Clapton
#9 - Eddie Van Halen
#10 - Alex Lifeson
#11 - Angus Young
#12 - Randy Rhodes
@@FreedomFighter2112 great list and agree with jimi at #1 and most. Other selections. Prince would be probably #13 for me (extremely underrated).
@@FreedomFighter2112 I strongly disagree. You are crossing influence with pure structural talent. Jimi, Clapton, BB had more influence than Stevie, but even Clapton & BB said SRV was like an open channel like they had never seen.
@@FreedomFighter2112 shoutout for including Lifeson, he couldn't show out like SRV within Rush - the compositions are far too tight and technical.
It took guts for SRV to play Voodoo Chile! Jimmy was his guiding light. He did the song justice while staying true to the original.
If you want to see another top 5 legendary guitar performance watch Price and Tom Petty performance of 'My guitar gently weeps' at the rock hall of fame. Then watch the prince halftime show and see where Prince stands in your book.
Hendrix was SRV’s idol. We all need idols to learn from and strive to be like. One cannot exist without the other.
SRV is definitely the greatest. I had the privilege to meet him a couple of times before he really got big. One of the nicest most humble people you could meet. I have a story Ill share later. Check out Texas Flood live at the Macombo you will see why we say he is the greatest. He could do anything Hendrix could do. In fact Hendrix was one of his idols. He is truly a legend here in Texas. Texas Blues at its best. Another great song is Pride and Joy. Eric Clapton once said that the only person that could make him put his guitar down and quit would be Stevie. So glad you guys are checking him out. I really miss him. RIP Stevie.
He absolutely is. PRIDE AND JOY is another banger u guys should do
I saw The Outlaws open for Stevie Ray Vaughan. Mesmerized the whole time.
Stevie Ray is one of my personal favorites, a consummate blues man and a technical genius. A great way to get a good look at them both is to check out their live versions of Voodoo Chile. Jimi wrote it and after he passed, Stevie Ray was the only one Jimi's father would approve to cover the song.
Greatest Guitarists ever:
#1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html
#2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html
#3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html
#4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html
#5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html
#6 - Chuck Berry
#7 - Jimmy Page
#8 - Eric Clapton
#9 - Eddie Van Halen
#10 - Alex Lifeson
#11 - Angus Young
#12 - Randy Rhodes
@@FreedomFighter2112 Those are some great guitarists. Most would have Eddie Van Halen higher on that list and although he is great, I dont think you can put Santana as #2 unless youre saying this is your personal favorites and not an objective list. Plus no Jeff Beck, Les Paul or Prince? Id also put Joe Satriani and Mark Knopfler on there as well.
Listen to the studio of SRV cover of Jimmy's little wing. Hendrix was smiling from above as he heard Stevie play his song like nobody else could. SRV was incredible. Saw about a year before he died and didn't realize how blessed I was to see one of the best ever work his magic with 6 strings and a voice.
Great reaction! Might I suggest Stevie Ray Vaughan featuring Billy Copeland- Tin Pan Alley and Pride and Joy. 🔥
My apologies... correction!Johnny Copeland is the gentleman's name. Not Billy.
Here as a guitar player and student, listen guys, Jimmy Hendrix essentially invented the distorted guitar, transitioning the genre of rock from plain acoustics to harder metal. He basically influenced all your favorite guitar players you mention. He may not be the best skillfully, but as a pioneer of rock music guitar, SRV can have that title, Jimmy Hendrix is a true legend and deserves his respect a the one of the most soulful ever. No one could express their emotions through guitar notes like him, listen to his performance at Woodstock Star Spangled banner 🇺🇸
Yep, every guitar player will cred Hendrix with his innovative and creative use of distortion, feedback, but SRV took that knowledge to a different level.
Nothing to add. Jimi and Chuck Berry influenced more guitarists than anyone else.
@Mary anne Lawless What about Slash, and Steven Vai?
@@queen4life905 what about them?
@Mary anne Lawless You don't think that Slash and Steven Vai are 2 of the greatest guitarists as well?
Hendricks was Rock roll, Stevie Ray is blues, but Stevie loved Jimmy. They were both powerhouse in their days and they're both up in heaven playing together
yall gotta see Prince play the guitar, he was definitely goat status.
The song below is arguably one of the best solos of all time. Prince literally making his guitar weep.
Prince, Tom Petty, Steve Winwood, Jeff Lynne and others -- "While My Guitar Gently Weeps"
Prince was indeed a GOAT... Great guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist, but also a narcissist, egomaniac, and generally creepy personality.
@@Sometimes-even-lyrical You know you are one of the only ones who thinks that, right? You could just as easily kept your negativity to yourself.
@@Sometimes-even-lyrical lol you on something else my guy. no reason to be negative towards the dead, keep it positive vibes only. RIP Prince
@@gracieb.3054 He's not the only one who thinks that way. I don't think Prince was anywhere NEAR goat status and his name should not be mentioned in the same breath as SRV, the actual GOAT.
Whenever someone mentions Prince's guitar skills, all they talk about is this ONE performance of WMGGW. That's it. That's not ability, that's showing off.
My fav by SRV..and that expert guitar swap I have watched many times. He was a genius..pure genius.
Whatever order you think he goes in, hes a great & my mans had SOUL!!
Y'all gotta check out SRV's "Texas Flood" live @ the El Mocambo show. Probably one of his greatest performances ever, definitely his greatest show alongside Austin. Other-worldly.
There is "NO" racial barriers to appreciate greatness and the love for music!
SRV was a genre all of his own, great mix of Southern Rock, Rhythm & Blues, soul, and a touch of country
Sadly he was struck down at the peak of his career, would have loved to see how he would have followed up his overwhelming success!
The sky is crying is one of my favorite songs by srv. Wish I would have seen him live
Stevie, Ray, Vaughan and Prince
I knew Stevie Ray. Stevie Ray idolized Jimi. Jimi was a self-taught innovator. That’s why he always tops the lists of great guitarists.
Stevie plays 3 or 4 Hendrix songs. Voodoo Child, Little Wing, Third Stone From the Sun and Castles Made of Sand. They're both great players. It's like choosing between apples and oranges.
You have had some great guitarists guys but may I suggest another one by the name of Jeff Healey. He was a Canadian guitarist who was blind but he definitely had a gift. He and Stevie Ray Vaughan performed together. If you can find the video, check out his song "See The Light" where he performs live. It will blow your mind.
Love the great music you all share. Thanks ~
So I'm a 52year old white guy who mostly Grew up metal but I listen to rap a little bit more than what I used to. Your channel is in my top 10 channels of favorite reaction channels to watch. You guys always bring a fun attitude and Good vibes.
love these five young men. they are interested, excited, respectful of one another, they are passionate, articulate, and they are fun. i am a new fan.
SRV is Fire.🔥 RIP Stevie
Yes he was. I was lucky enough to be able to see him live 3 times. He literally became one with his guitar. He was fantastic. I miss him.
He broke the string and switched guitars without missing a beat! 😱 You got to love that man on the keys though! 🤯
I love watching you guys react to guys that can really play. All the guys that you are mentioning were great in their own way, but then Stevie came along, he took it to a different level. What E.C. said about Stevie was " he's an open channel and music just flows out, after seeing him for the first time he makes people want to take up guitar and he makes people that are accomplished and have jammed with him want to quit playing!
There is a video out there of Stevie playing jimi’s voodoo child behind his back. This dude is the best ever!!!!
Other SRV videos:
. Life Without You (live with the Texas Flag in the backdrop)
. Tin Pan Alley (live with Copeland)
. Riviera Paradise
. Lenny
. Voodoo Chile
. SRV and Jeff Healy duet
. Session with Albert King in Canada. (Lengthy video)
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One of Stevie Ray's friends, Canadian guitarist Jeff Healey is definitely worth checking out too - See the Light (live) :) Stevie greatly admired Jimi as well as played with Blues greats like Albert King :) All amazing players...Jimi's sound was innovative and more rock than blues.
"Not bad for a blind white boy."
Healey! Is a virtuoso.
Greatest Guitarists ever:
#1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html
#2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html
#3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html
#4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html
#5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html
#6 - Chuck Berry
#7 - Jimmy Page
#8 - Eric Clapton
#9 - Eddie Van Halen
#10 - Alex Lifeson
#11 - Angus Young
#12 - Randy Rhodes
I like Jimi and Stevie. It’s awesome how they have two totally different styles playing the same instrument and both sound amazing.
I love the fact that you guys are having these discussions.
Brings me back to when I was a kid sitting with friends arguing about which band or musician was better.
Texas Flood Live at the El Macombo, by Stevie Ray Vaughan, brothers. The man plays the guitar BEHIND HIS BACK and solos. Just amazing playing from note 1.
So many guitarists stand on Jimi's shoulders and many others' shoulders. Jimi stood on the shoulders of those before him too. Stevie knows it. The Hendrix family is notoriously strict about Jimi's estate, but they gave Stevie the blessing to play his music and they even gave him some of Jimi's equipment to use. I also recommend watching the videos of Stevie jamming with Albert King (Blues legend).
Yes the Hendrix estate is very strict about how Jimi's "brand" is being used however it has absolutely nothing to do with that man's legacy, it's all about the all mighty greenback to them. As far as them giving SRV their blessings or giving SRV some of Jimi's equipment to use isn't true. SRV was perfecting Jimi's music long before Jimi's brand was trademarked & they gained full control of his estate. As far as the equipment you're referring to.... yes SRV had a wah wah pedal that Hendrix used bit it was purchased at an auction by Jimmy Vaughn (SRVs older brother) & given to SRV & had to be completely reworked & only the shell is original
@@clayrush71 I didn't know that. Always thought it was from the family. Thanks!
@wolfganghumboldt4830 It's really a damn shame that whoever is in charge of the Hendrix estate is so greedy. There's a wealth of Hendrix material they have. They're all about making every last dime they can & don't get me wrong, what they have in my opinion is beyond priceless but this isn't the way Jimi would've wanted things. This was fairly recently (few yrs) that they pulled this stunt, long after SRV was killed. I'm not sure what the implications are covering another artist music but I think if SRV was still alive he would've done it anyways lol
You guys are having the same argument we used to have when I was in high school in the 70s - Who's better? Jimi, Stevie Ray, or Van Halen? Don't have to chose one, I love them all!!
YOU GUYS HAVE GOT TO LISTEN TO THE BAND CALLED “DEATH”. Not the new metal band, but the 1970s band of the same name that comprised of some African American brothers from Detroit, I believe..They played some really amazing rock and the sound was ahead of it’s time.
They never made it big, but they made an actual record, only less than 500 maybe. Not very many. But YEARS later they were discovered by rare record enthusiasts. Someone uploaded the record called Death, and now they play concerts together again! It’s a sad story how they came to be a band. Their father died and it really took a toll on the family. So their outlet was Death.
Listen to Freakin’ Out (about an acid trip) or Keep On Knockin’.
PLEASE listen to this band. They fucking slap!!!
I can help you guys listen to stuff that’s great and worth your time. Some artists have one good hit and everything else is trash. Also live versions of most songs aren’t good to listen to for the first time.
Actually, listen to Keep On Knockin’ first.
You should take a look at Stevie playing with Buddy Guy on Buddy Guy's birthday. It's great and they're both two of the best guitar players of all time.
Eric Clapton talked about how while he's playing, he's always thinking about where his fingers are going next, but Stevie just let all those notes flow out of him effortlessly. Legend.
I hate comparison. Clapton wrote some of the best songs ever written.
@@shanemurphy3417it’s no comparison Stevie ray Vaughn is way more talented. Clapton made more money.
@@shanemurphy3417Lol, Eric was the one who made this comparison during an interview, talking about how amazing SRV was. 😂😘
@@chadk2525 it was a comparison. I much prefer listening to Clapton. The complexity doesn’t make it better
Thank you for enlightenment .
I haven’t heard of any of these guys
SRV could not read sheet music, self-taught, he learned by listening to a song being played and could begin playing it before it usually finished playing, in his own way, of course.
Simply the G.O.A.T, August 27th 1990 .R.I.P
Stevie was an insane guitar player. 🔥🔥🔥
Jim I & Stevie Ray are both top guitarist that died way too soon. I don’t know if anyone mentioned, but the Jimi played his guitar upside-down. He had a right hand Stratocaster, but Jimi was left handed. So he flipped the guitar over. Stevie Ray would go out and play all night in clubs leaning from the best, like Albert King/Buddy Guy. Then go to high school in the morning. He was notorious for playing until blisters took off the skin on his hands, he’d just superglue the skin back on and keep playing. The were both generational talents.
Stevie Ray's favorite guitarist was Jimi Hendrix! He was also inspired by Albert King, B.B. King, Johnny Copeland, Eric Clapton, and Duane Allman. But I have to say, just as the Cartier brother in the white shirt said before, SRV has his own soul! When I get to Heaven someday, I'm going to ask my Lord Jesus, before He escorts me to my mansion, if He would mind if we made a stop at Stevie Ray Vaughan's place first. I want to meet that legenary man! Love all your reactions to SRV. You all crack me up!
You guys have to react to srv “Texas flood” or “little wing” both live versions to see his guitar skills. He’s def in conversation for the goat. My personal favorite for sure.
Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, David Gilmour, Brian May, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan etc. a lots of real talented legend. But JEFF BECK R.I.P🕊 who died a few days ago, was the guitarist of guitarist's. I'm not saying this, it's the legends listed before me that called him that. Listen and hear why! Anyway all of them just insanly incredible, it's a matter of mood and taste. ✌EDIT: SRV's best performance is 'Texas Flood' simply dope! 💯
They were both genius and innovators during their short time's with us. I love them both and I don't really think I would list one better than the other as they have different styles and different sounds. Listen, enjoy and appreciate.
Another great guitarist to add to your list should be Jeff Healey. One of the most brilliant artists ever.
There’s no way to ever say who is the best… Every one of the guitar players you guys mentioned are in the group that is the best. When you get up to that top-tier it’s just a matter of taste how you narrow down which one you think is the greatest.
Greatest Guitarists ever:
#1 - Jimi Hendrix (most guitarists consider him the best because they all learned from his new style) ruclips.net/video/qFfnlYbFEiE/видео.html
#2 - Carlos Santana (He was the first one to make the guitar sing and make you cry) ruclips.net/video/SVI7ZDDQXKA/видео.html
#3 - B.B King (he influenced several famous Blues electric guitarists) ruclips.net/video/m9S-4ab14sk/видео.html
#4 - Stevie Ray Vaughan (The 2nd coming of BB King, known for playing the guitar blind and behind his back) ruclips.net/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/видео.html
#5 - Steve Vai - (known for making his guitar say words and for playing both guitar parts in Crossroads) ruclips.net/video/tdeZXCYtzeE/видео.html
#6 - Chuck Berry
#7 - Jimmy Page
#8 - Eric Clapton
#9 - Eddie Van Halen
#10 - Alex Lifeson
#11 - Angus Young
#12 - Randy Rhodes
@@FreedomFighter2112 All of them are great guitarist for sure, and as I said, we all have the orders that we would put them in.
This was the concert at Austin City Limits when he was showcasing the last album "In Step", before his death. What's most tragic about his death is that he completely changed his life around and beat his addiction to drugs and alcohol which almost killed him. His alcohol addiction was so bad at one point that he would drink a full bottle of Crown just before going out to play, he couldn't play without it. Luckily he got the help he needed and had a new lease on life but died in a helicopter crash in Alpine Valley Wisconsin. He was taken from us way too early. RIP Stevie.
You picked the tamer Little Sister to watch. Stevie's live performance "Look At Little Sister" with Jeff Healy is like watching a planet being created. Then, SRV's performance of Texas Flood Live at El Mocambo where he plays behind his back is crazy good. Rating the two (Hendrix) against each other is hard because Hendrix innovated and then influenced, so Vaughn had the base technique to build upon.
He broke a string. You could see it whipping around there and he played right through the solo then swapped guitars and never missed a beat. He plays a cover of Voodoo Chile you should watch him do it.
You guys are silly....but I worked with 2 close friends who I totally respected musically...we lived together for almost a year in a hotel (the suite...but it sucked) so one night we debated who is the best guitarist of all time. Mine was Stevie Ray (because I am the smartest) my boss loved Eddie Van Halen...and Coupe Lavelle loved Jimmy....the point is that this is a perpetual question that will never be solved...love them all. Because they actually loved eachother.
Dude so smoth pops a string and dont miss abeat . Dam he is awesome
Guys, Jimi’s playing transitioned the rock guitar from a support instrument into a solo instrument. Stevie acknowledged that. He also was flamboyant like setting his guitar on fire at Woodstock. But Jimi’ skills were not as developed. Wonder what he would have done had he lived.
SRV is absolutely Blues and had incredible skills which he developed over his life. Again, what he could have done if he had not died. I was 2 feet away from him at an outdoor concert in 1983. First time I’d ever seen or heard anything like him. I’m so grateful. ❤️
Jimi Hendrix was the greatest guitarist of his GENERATION, Stevie Ray Vaughan looked up to Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, he said that all the time, before he passed away.. That's Why Stevie Ray Vaughan has So much Soul in his Music, Because Of Guitarist like, Jimi Hendrix..
Stevie Ray Vaughan and Buckethead are the two best guitarists of all time. So thankful my late father raised me on real talented music with soul rather than popular garbage. Listening to Stevie always brings back the best memories I have. RIP Dad
Had the privilege to have seen him, Fabulous Thunderbirds opened.... SRV died the following August 27th, my birthday and every year since, I raise my glass and I miss him
Y'all got to check out Riviera Pride by SRV during that same televised show
You guys need watch SRV cover Jimi's tune "Voodoo Child" he played at the CottonClub.
Smoothest guitar swap ever seen by me. Wanna see another side of Stevie? Check out "Tin Pan Alley", live with Johnny Copeland.
Smooth Blues. The SRV/Jimi debate shud never exist, and they would tell u so themselves. They were both multi-dimensional super beings, and I love them both. Jimi was the composer extraordinaire, Stevie was the guitar. Both could tear it up and would have been dynamite jamming together. Which may actually be happening now🎆 Hearts full of soul.
Stevie Ray Vaughan 1983 at the El mocambo doing the song Texas Flood. Mind-blowing
Do his brother, Jimmy Vaughn, n the Fabulous Thunderbirds!!!
Check out the “Dirty Mac Yer Blues.” Eric Clapton is unbelievable!
Anything from Stevie Ray Live at the El Mocombo is Fantastic.
This one is still the smoothest guitar change I've ever seen. SRV has been my favorite guitarist since he was alive and playing.
Stevie Ray- Texas Flood is his best live song
I love seeing ya'll younguns appreciating the great SRV! God bless.
Stevie Ray Vaughan is blues rock and roll with Southern Rock that flows a lot better than just rock and roll Stevie Ray Vaughan was inspired by a black man playing Blues that's why and learn from him an old blues singer and player
Stevie Ray Vaughan was a blues conduit from God almighty. I saw him live back in 1983 and the whole house was rocking from the first song all night.
If you want to see another fantastic Blues guitarist please check out Jeff Healey See the light from Night Music 1988.
Jeff lost his sight to cancer when he was three. He was a good friends with Stevie Ray Vaughan and Stevie Ray Vaughan helped him break into the American market as he was Canadian. Unfortunately Jeff Healey passed from cancer when he was in his 40's.
Jimi Hendrix
Stevie Ray Vaughan
Jeff Healey
all fantastic guitarists that left us too soon
Listen to Stevie.. “Crossfire”..”Texas Flood”…among many others.. please go through more his work.. sad he is no longer with us.. nation treasure..
LIVE versions… you don’t get the experience from a music video
Stevie ray Vaughn is definitely amongst the top 5. 👏🏽❤️🔥
Son house - Death Letter!! Live version!!! One of the black guys that started it all!!! 👌❤️
Love me some Son House…. Also love Blind Boy Fuller and Blind Blake 🤘🏽 love all the old blues guys
Jimmy & this is 2 different genre's to me..Jimmy has a vibe that can't be matched fr..I love watching him play
As a long time Austinite. SRV was special. Saw him live several times. Once he and his brother Jimmy played a double neck guitar simultaneously. AND switched places and never stopped playing!
In this ACL show. He busted a string, kept playing. Switched guitars. And never stopped.
As a 60 year old white lady, I'm delighted to watch five young African-American gentlemen discuss who's better, Hendrix v. Vaughn. It gives me hope for the musical future. Love you guys!
Saw him at the greek with BB King and it was amazing!!!🔥🔥🔥 absolutely love your reactions!!! You need to listen to more of him he's a legend!! RIP Stevie
Prince and Tom Petty on " My Guitar Gently Weeps"
Evolved. Evolution-ized is not a word.
HELL YES HE IS/WAS AND ALWAYS WILL BE THE BEST!!! R.I.P. STEVIE❤
Stevie loved Jimi and followed in his foot steps, so the young man on the right of the video was right it is an evolution and Stevie helped evolve that as well as all the great black blues masters. He always acknowledged those artists.
This opened the door for you guys for other blues legends .
Just glad I was alive to hear ALL of them play…..