So glad you gave Buck Dharma some love. He has such a unique sound. He goes off on tangents in weird scales, and is sneaky fast in short bursts. Although he’s very famous as a “riff master”, I never feel Tony Iommi gets the credit he deserves as a lead player- particularly on the “Technical Ecstasy”, “Never Say Die”, “Heaven and Hell” and “Mob Rules” albums. Finally two ther guitarist tree you might think of for future videos- Richard Thompson and Bill Nelson
THANK YOU! Terry in my opinion is the best ever. Not only incredibly talented but his playing was so good musically. Entertaining to listen to. These days it seems the focus is on speed and not necessarily good music. These guitarists in the video are great players but nothing I want to listen to.
@@richardmiller191Completely agreed, Rich RE: Terry Kath. He was clearly the HEART & SOUL of Chicago. His guitar on "I'm.A Man" & "Beginnings" truly epitomizes how well rounded as an entertainer he really was. As u alrdy know; "Alive Again" (from 1978's "Hot Shots") is in honor of T.K.!!!!!! Say what u want RE: Peter Cetera as he did "wussify" the band but I feel T.K.'s spirit w/in "Alive Again".
Thank you for adding Phil Keaggy. Without a doubt the best nine finger guitar player of all time. I’ve seen him over 50 times in my life. He mastered looping 40 years ago when looping wasn’t cool. Absolutely astonishing live.
I am so grateful Jeff Healey made the list. When I first became aware of Jeff in the late '80s I rushed out and purchased his "See the Light" on vinyl and saw him live shortly there after. Completely blown away! His leads, rhythms and vocals, all from his chair, are so inspiring. RIP Jeff Healey, taken way too soon.
Phil Keaggy has, and always will be, my favorite guitar player. Why? Because he's dedicated his entire career to his maker, and loves the Lord Jesus with his whole heart. He's also missing a finger, so he's a nine finger guitar player. There's not any other prolific guitar players that can claim the same disadvantage.
Well Django could only fully use two figures. And Tony Iommi lost the tips of several fingers. Les Paul of course had a major arm injury (was faced with possible amputation). Not to slight Keaggy at all, but there have been others who have had to cope with significant disabilities.
@@thelastperfectman4139 that's really cool to hear about some other guitar players apart from Phil that have a disadvantage. I appreciate you sharing this info!
2 players you really MUST treat yourself to...Ty Tabor, King's X, and Brian Tatler, Diamond Head. Two criminally overlooked players, for just about every aspect of their playing. Remember, without Diamond Head there would be no Metallica, or Megadeth. Check out the gargantuan tones of the album "Canterbury", the ridiculous riffs, chord voicings and the kind of solos that no-one tries to replicate. As for Ty Tabor...well, what can be said. In a world where everyone talks about having your own voice I find it tragically ironic that one of THE most individual voices on the instrument is left out.
@@joehansonguitar awesome…I’ll look forward to that. I strongly recommend the “Canterbury” album by Diamond Head. In my humble opinion you’ll not find a more interesting tone, chord choices, and inventive soloing. At the height of NWOBHM Diamond Head were more popular than Iron Maiden and Def Leppard. Unfortunately, as with so many great bands, bad management screwed what could’ve been a great career. Another brilliant band from the West Midlands of England…the area responsible for the Priest, Sabbath, Napalm Death and the crushing Godflesh.
Robin Trower, Ty Tabor of King's X, Stu Heiss of Resurrection band, James Young of Styx, Dave Meniketti of Y&T, Glen Campbell, Rex Carroll of Whitecross, Albert Lee, ...
Frank Marino and Andy Timmons are my favorite players. I’m not claiming they’re the greatest or underrated. They’re my favorites. I like every guitar player even lousy ones. I love hearing anyone play. Love all music.
@@JeromeDukesCompletely agreed RE: Canadian musicians. Ian Thomas is my childhood idol (his brother's Dave Thomas; a.k.a.: "Doug McKenzie"). Nvrthlss; SPOT-ON U R RE: Colin James. My fave's "Just Came Back".
Some great guitarists on this list. One of my favourite players who isn’t very well known outside the U.K. is Bill Nelson from the band Bebop Deluxe. Beautiful, melodic and expressive and his sense of rhythmic timing was fantastic.
He was the 1st guitarist I thought of when I saw the title. Knew how to work the crowd so we'll too! I won tickets to see REO in 85 or I probably would never have gone to see them. I won them on a radio show trivia question which was "who is the lead guitarist for REO?"
While this guitarist was never one to try and shred and dominate the stage, Peter Buck from R.E.M. has some of the best picking control in music as he mostly played arpeggiated chords instead of just normal strumming. He demonstrated that masterful picking in learning to play banjo and mandolin for R.E.M. songs.
Without a doubt, Buck from BOC most underrated rock guitarist, stunning work. Also, one to look at is Lincoln Brewster if you haven't already. Primarily a Christian contemporary music player now, but wow he has the knack. Mark W aka TBonejr
What about Jack Pearson? he can just play ANYTHING! I am surprised that you didn't mention him at all. Maybe you don't know of him? 🤔 (no offence intended...).
Wish I could have had the opportunity to see him live, it’s so sad that he’s no longer with us. Such a unique talent. Thanks for sharing your experience!!
His style is an acquired taste for most. For me it wasn’t his lyrics that spoke to me but rather his arrangements and hiring the finest musicians to play his stuff
You said under the last video that you’ll be getting to him. So I’m going to hold you to that. And of course I’m talking about the late great Criss Oliva! Taken from us far too young. He was just really hitting his stride.
Yep, I had already filmed a lot of the footage for this one when I made that comment. I’m putting together the next one today and I’ll be sure to put extra footage of him in there. He was definitely a bad mofo!
Love seeing Jerry Reid in this list. Love the guy...anyone who could hold his own with Chet Atkins is a master. My Dad got me on to him after I saw "Smokey and the Bandit".
Buck Dharma is the most underrated of all....tasteful, articulate, original.... maybe the best rock guitarist left on American soil....Vernon Reed on the other hand sounds like someone kicked over a bee hive.....
Well, I would not call Jerry Reed, Albert King and Jeff Healey underrated. I saw Healey playing with SRV (lucky) and SRV was MORE than impressed. Chris Hayes and Phil Keaggy are VERY good calls! The ultimate underrateds to me are Robbie Krieger and Elliot Easton (king of 10-sec solo)
You threw Keagy in there and blew my mind. I hadn't thought of him in years. He made me think of Steve Lukather, another great guitarist that seems to slip everyone's mind.
I'm also thinking Brad Gillis. His style is unique. His work with Night Ranger doesn't get the attention it deserves, but his performance on Ozzy Speak of the Devil is legendary.
Steve Winwood Most folks think he’s A singer and organist In reality, he plays virtually every instrument imaginable, and he excels in all of them I believe he’s the greatest musician on the planet
Back in the 60sJimmyPage Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and the list goes on and on of who’s who from rock ‘n’ roll all went to go see Steve Winwood perform. when he was still just a teenager
Steve Winwood is opening in The NY area for The Dobbie Brothers this summer? SHOULD BE THE OTHER WAY AROUND ... August 6th @ The PNC Bank Arts Center in NJ Rock on ☆♡☆
I saw Albert King. Fantastic show. One of my favorites. I also saw Jeff Healy. Excellent. Another sometimes overlooked player besides the ones I mentioned in your first video comments is Johnny Winter. Here is a list I compiled of a lot of the great players I have seen over the years. Many of these are criminally underrated. Jimmy Page Jimmy Thackery Frank Zappa Albert King Tim Krekel Al Anderson Roy Buchanan Carlos Santana Eric Clapton Mick Taylor Jerry Garcia Albert Lee Rory Gallagher Stevie Ray Vaughan Tony Rice B. B. King Adrian Belew Keith Richards Russ Barenberg Sean Watkins Chet Atkins Les Paul JD Simo John Scofield Pete Townsend Neil Young Andy Summers Robert Fripp Bob Marley Ron Wood Albert Collins Dickey Betts Warren Haynes Muddy Waters Buddy Guy Jimmy Vaughan Stephen Stills Al DiMeola Larry Carlton Larry Coryell Steve Morse John McLaughlin Joe Walsh Bob Weir Paul Brarrere Jeff Beck David Gilmour Steve Howe Eddie Van Halen Charlie Daniels Johnny Winter Pat Methenay John Prine Jimmy Buffett David Byrne Steve Marriott Peter Frampton Steve Miller Vince Gill Ian Moore Eric Johnson Todd Rungren Billy Gibbons Michael Hedges James Blood Ulmer Tom Verlaine Lonnie Brooks Son Seals Ry Cooder Bo Diddley Ted Nugent Toy Caldwell Allen Collins Gary Rossington Ed King Dave Mason David Hidalgo Cesar Rosas John Mayer Dennis Winters Charlie Hargrett Joe Perry Brad Whitford J. Geils Sonny Landreth David Lindley John Lee Hooker Matt Murphy Martin Barre Dave Edmunds Elvis Costello Dave Davies Alvin Lee George Thorogood Alex Lifeson Steve Winwood Tommy Emmanuel Snowy White Steve Vai Porl Thompson Steve Lukather Trey Anastasio Jeff Healey Lonnie Mack Dick Dale Bonnie Raitt Derek Trucks Mark Knopfler Barry Sless Danny Gatton Vernon Reid Brendan Bayliss Jake Cinninger Bruce Springsteen Prince Bryan Sutton
Albert was phenomenal. As far as the other players go, I’m already working on the next video so hopefully over the next few I’ll cover everyone you mentioned, lol
@MochaDaisy8645 0 seconds ago @ScottM3 Now THAT is an impressive list! I thought I had seen a lot of different players, I went down your list and only counted 28 that I saw live but I was lucky enough to see Allan Holdsworth 4 times over the years
@@edwardhass2561 All good underrated names except maybe Peter Green who is one of the all-time greats and recognized as one of the all-time greats. But younger people may not know him that well.
Great list...don't forget Shawn Lane, Sonny Landreth, Eric Johnson, Ritchie Kotzen. Adrian Belew, Steve Hackett. Robert Fripp, Frank Marino, Robin Trower, Bill Nelson, Nils Lofgren,, Ollie Halsall, April Lawton, Uli Jon Roth, Harvey Mandel, Todd Rundgren
Chris Hayes is amazing. Went to see 38 Special in Asheville NC in the 80's and Huey Lewis opened for them. That is still to this day one of the top 3 concerts I have been to, and I've been to MANY. I read in an interview of Smith and Murray from Iron Maiden that Chris Hayes was one of their favorite guitarists during that time period. Thanks for mentioning Jerry Reed too, he's a monster. Chet Atkins actually thought Jerry was a better fingerpicker than even himself.
Saw Buck Dharma with BOC recently and he’s still got it! Albert King not only played left handed, he never restrung his V and literally played it upside down. Funny how you were so into Vai that checking out Phil Keaggy was put on hold! I actually learned about Phil in a GW interview with Vai, who had nothing but glowing praise for his tone and technique (decent singing voice, I might add). One guitarist with a famous name whose incredible technique is often overlooked is Ernie Isley 🎸
6:07 Chris Hayes influenced my playing since I was 12 years old! That solo changed the way I saw soloing. 17:44 Jeff was an angel that came down to show us all that anything is possible!
Who's on over 300 albums. Recorded with over 50 bands. Invented the guitar kill switch. And many people don't even know his real name. Mentored by Phil Gilbert. Buckethead.
Hendrix never said that! He was friends with Billy Gibbons though, and liked his playing, and had a very young guitarist called Randy California in his band, Jimmy James and the Blue Flames.
Dear Joe, Just had to reach out to someone who gets it. Our wavelength regarding great guitarists who may not be in the limelight or have faded into the rock, country etc ether is as similar as it gets! have been playing for 62 years Im not great however, I can tell if someone can play in seconds. I really appreciate someone who recognizes greatness. Best Regards , Keep up the great work P.S. You may have slightly mis characterized Frank Zappa. I saw him in concert Kent State gym, 1973 along with The Mahavishnu Orchestra. His solo during kosmic Debris was stunning. There may be an archive of this concert somewhere in the metaverse. Best concert I ever saw! Sent from my iPhone
Check out one British guitar players John Doyle and Simon Friend In fact I would love to hear you cover musicians/guitarists from the world of British Folk/Rock/Punk
Wow almost half of your list I've never heard of, definitely food for thought when it comes to underrated, good job. Not sure why Zappa is on this list though but I can understand he might not be an "everybody's cup of tea" kinda guy. Still no Frank Marino? Glad you got Jeff Healey thought. Another guy and a disciple from the Chet Atkins school of guitar playing is Lenny Breau. According to some have label him the greatest guitar player there ever was. He basically wrote the book on artificial harmonics. There are stories famous guitar players sought him out for guitar instruction.
Jeff Keaggy ... ? whoa. This is the one I, seriously, have to look into. Rory Gallagher is the last time I asked myself the same question: what took me so long to finally listen? Jeff Healey seemed a sure thing as a legend, especially, after he died so young. But, like Rory Gallagher, who passed in his early 40's, the legend did not grow in death. While BB King seemed to, maybe, receive too much pub, yet another King seemed to get lost in the (King) shuffle -- who also died in his early 40's -- Freddie King. Freddie's stuff from 1970's is just great rock-blues. Gary Clark jr Dave Hole When I first heard Gary Clark Jr I was like: what is this? then I realized I had had the same reaction when I first heard Cream and Jimi Hendrix. I was listening to Austrlian Dave Hole, thinking his strong guitar play was reminding me of Clapton's solid From The Cradle blues album. Then, I realized the Dave Hole album was released in 1992 -- two years before Clapton's well received 'Cradle' blues album. Dave Hole's version of Hendrix's Purple Haze is given his own intro; and I love the fact the Aussie was a fan of the Irish legend Rory Gallagher by playing respect filled versions of Bullfrog Blues as well as Tore Down. It is entertaining to watch Dave Hole play, too. He suffered a hand injury which forces him to hold the guitar differently
@@joehansonguitar U betcha..I remember many yrs back; there was a feature on PBS called "Night Of The Guitars". The featured guitarist was Mr. Haycock. I saw that feature back in the mid-1990s; he had some very slick solos. Probably could consider him as a "shredder". As u alrdy know; C.B.B. (Climax Blues Band) is best known 4 their 1977 hit "Couldn't Get It Right" & their 1980 ballad "I Love You". BTW; the "P.J." stands 4 Peter John (he actually goes by Peter John Haycock).
I'm sure Vernon Reid is a great guitarist but that solo you showed him playing was rubbish. Lots and lots of fast meaningless notes with random tremolo dives for no particular reason doesn't make a great solo. Surely he's got better stuff than that?
Vernon was at the request of a fellow viewer and after some thoughts I’m with you on his incoherent soloing approach. I like his riffs more than his leads.
Jerry Reed could write music so hard he couldn't play it so he got Chet Adkins to do it Huey Lewis guitar player is awful are you kidding me Albert King, Freddy King, and Albert Collins all Great blues guitarists from that era
You said drop a comment Here's some guitarists I find criminally unkown Nicholas Turmann JJ Marsh Jay Rakes Tore St Moren Borislav Mitic Pierre Bensusan Enjoy 😊
Yeah Phil Keaggy he certainly is! & anybody who knows anything knows Frank ain't underrated same with Jerry Reed¡ How 'bout Fast Eddie Clark he's gotta be in there somewhere & Michael Schenker tooo¡! thanx dude(s)
I have NEVER understood why people consider Zappa a great guitar player. I just don't see it. (hear it) And I've said for years, Chris Hayes from Huey Lewis' band was fantastic.
Youve gotta give Richard Benson an honorable mention. Or... at leat an E for effort. With all of his "issues" health and otherwise, along with the brutal criticism and hatred he got. He played on. R.I.P. Mr Benson
I saw Healey playing in a jam session with Clapton and Stevie Ray Vaughn the night before SRV was killed. Jeff slayed that night, but the elation of hearing him play was short-lived after the news about Stevie hit the airwaves about 28 hrs later
Gary Richraft flying turkey trot live REO Speed wagon guitar shread to me is better than Van Halen i love everything you got you won't be disappointed with Gary Richraft can't wait to see more
Has anybody body ever heard of Danny Weis? he is not 'famous' but known in certain area Funky Blues Country mix vocabulary have a listen you can find videos of '90s and more recent ones!!
Right out of the box, I have to disagree with the choice of Vernon Reid. His solos have no structure, they are just mindless jibber jabber and a pain to the eardrums.
Thanks for reminding me. I originally had Freddie in the video but changed my mind and already had the thumbnail made and forgot to switch the pic. You’re the second person who mentioned it and I never got around to changing it then. ✌️
Sorry, Jerry Reed isn’t underrated. People who pay attention to guitarist outside of the rock world know him to be one of the finest guitarists in the world. He is also one of Chet Akins Certified Guitar Players. There are only 4 or 5 of those.
Thanks for your perspective. I still find many people younger than us who’ve never heard of most of these guys. Just trying to keep the legacies alive 😎
I have always rated everyone on this list as top tier guitar players. I will tell you who is an under-rated player, especially on acoustic, is Bruce Springsteen.
Like before a really great list, we share a little bit of taste. On Albert King, maybe he is not popular like he used to be but, amongst guitar players and lovers of blues, he is truly a legend, no less. 2 legends who doesn't get the attention they deserve : Ritchie Blackmore and Gary Moore.
I’ve got Ritchie and Gary in upcoming videos! Thank you for your interest and comments in my videos. I was explaining to another person that we live in a new age where the kids don’t know these name and if videos aren’t made showcasing them then traditions start to fade away. As a guitar teacher with over 60 students, most have never heard of these names…
So you are a crusader of guitar players. Like myself a crusader of Flamenco music and culture (amongst my friends and family). I really agree with you on Kirk Hammett, a guitar player with no clue of harmony or melody! I hate the fact that he owns the best Les Paul on the planet, Greeny. You are also the first one to mention the great John Sykes (you should check the album "Life live" from Thin Lizzy. Keep up the good work. @@joehansonguitar
Brother, you need to hear this story. It was winter and the west had just had a severe snow storm. I lived in Spokane and there was a concert at the "Boone st. barn" or the old arena. The News was the headline act and The Range was supposed to open for them. Bruce and the band were snowed in at the Denver airport. The News could have played a regular set then left, but they showed their skill and class for four straight hours. They played literally all their material. They didn't have to do that. Ive seen damn near everybody up until that time, all the big names and small ones too. My two favorite concerts in my life are Petra's Beat the System tour and the a-fore-mentioned News show. If I divided them by Christian and secular they would each be number one. God gave us music in our soul, it is a precious gift. I love to rock, for God and everyone.
Yes there is. I thought he was really good. Then I saw him live. I was at a show to see Robert cray and Otis Rush. Jeff Healey just wiped the floor everyone that day. I had seen some stuff on TV and heard some albums. None of his recordings do him justice. I’ve actually been considering trying to learn his playing style since he can make some insane stretches and that style allows chords and licks that are impossible in the conventional style. Sorely missed because of just how good he was live.
Also Martin Barre from Jethro Tull
I’ve got Martin on my list for a future video!
The Aqualung solo is probably the best or one of the very best rock guitar solos ever.
NOTE: must be played LOUD!
So glad you gave Buck Dharma some love. He has such a unique sound. He goes off on tangents in weird scales, and is sneaky fast in short bursts. Although he’s very famous as a “riff master”, I never feel Tony Iommi gets the credit he deserves as a lead player- particularly on the “Technical Ecstasy”, “Never Say Die”, “Heaven and Hell” and “Mob Rules” albums. Finally two ther guitarist tree you might think of for future videos- Richard Thompson and Bill Nelson
Yeah man! I’ll be featuring the others in future videos. Thanks for commenting!
Buck Dharma’s solo on the ‘81 live version of “Veteran Of The Psychic Wars” is fantastic!
Good list, I’d add Terry Kath and Roy Clark
They’re gonna be in future videos!
THANK YOU! Terry in my opinion is the best ever. Not only incredibly talented but his playing was so good musically. Entertaining to listen to. These days it seems the focus is on speed and not necessarily good music. These guitarists in the video are great players but nothing I want to listen to.
@richardmiller191 speed don’t make it music to me!
@@richardmiller191Completely agreed, Rich RE: Terry Kath. He was clearly the HEART & SOUL of Chicago. His guitar on "I'm.A Man" & "Beginnings" truly epitomizes how well rounded as an entertainer he really was. As u alrdy know; "Alive Again" (from 1978's "Hot Shots") is in honor of T.K.!!!!!! Say what u want RE: Peter Cetera as he did "wussify" the band but I feel T.K.'s spirit w/in "Alive Again".
Thank you for adding Phil Keaggy. Without a doubt the best nine finger guitar player of all time. I’ve seen him over 50 times in my life. He mastered looping 40 years ago when looping wasn’t cool. Absolutely astonishing live.
Awesome!!!
I think Django Reinhardt was missing a few more fingers.
I am so grateful Jeff Healey made the list. When I first became aware of Jeff in the late '80s I rushed out and purchased his "See the Light" on vinyl and saw him live shortly there after. Completely blown away! His leads, rhythms and vocals, all from his chair, are so inspiring. RIP Jeff Healey, taken way too soon.
I agree, amazing talent that was taken too soon
Jeff Healy jammed in Roadhouse Hoochie Coochie Man was insane
That song he did with Stevie Ray was epic the way they went back and forth..
I liked Healey's "Full Circle"; its intro had the original "MTV Theme" in it.
Phil Keaggy has, and always will be, my favorite guitar player. Why? Because he's dedicated his entire career to his maker, and loves the Lord Jesus with his whole heart.
He's also missing a finger, so he's a nine finger guitar player. There's not any other prolific guitar players that can claim the same disadvantage.
Yep, it’s very awesome
Well Django could only fully use two figures. And Tony Iommi lost the tips of several fingers. Les Paul of course had a major arm injury (was faced with possible amputation). Not to slight Keaggy at all, but there have been others who have had to cope with significant disabilities.
@@thelastperfectman4139 that would make a great video on guitarists who had serious arm or finger injuries or trauma!!!
@@thelastperfectman4139 that's really cool to hear about some other guitar players apart from Phil that have a disadvantage. I appreciate you sharing this info!
@@joehansonguitar that would be epic!
FINALLY!!!! My man and favorite guitar player Buck Dharma gets some respect
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Chris Hayes’ Solo the Live version of “Jacob’s Ladder” is killer!!!
Yes!!
ROY BUCHANAN - Always ! That being said, great video
Thank you sir!!
2 players you really MUST treat yourself to...Ty Tabor, King's X, and Brian Tatler, Diamond Head. Two criminally overlooked players, for just about every aspect of their playing. Remember, without Diamond Head there would be no Metallica, or Megadeth. Check out the gargantuan tones of the album "Canterbury", the ridiculous riffs, chord voicings and the kind of solos that no-one tries to replicate. As for Ty Tabor...well, what can be said. In a world where everyone talks about having your own voice I find it tragically ironic that one of THE most individual voices on the instrument is left out.
Agree re Ty. His tone on Gretchen is my guitar heaven to this day.
Ty is the best melodic rythm player alive imo. Listen to the outro solo to "It's Love". It's a masterpiece.
@@guthriejames I don’t think anybody has made a Strat sound as good🙏
I’m very familiar with Ty and will put him in an upcoming video. I need to check out Brian. Thanks for the recommendations
@@joehansonguitar awesome…I’ll look forward to that. I strongly recommend the “Canterbury” album by Diamond Head. In my humble opinion you’ll not find a more interesting tone, chord choices, and inventive soloing. At the height of NWOBHM Diamond Head were more popular than Iron Maiden and Def Leppard. Unfortunately, as with so many great bands, bad management screwed what could’ve been a great career. Another brilliant band from the West Midlands of England…the area responsible for the Priest, Sabbath, Napalm Death and the crushing Godflesh.
Thanks for mentioning Buck Dharma!
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Robin Trower, Ty Tabor of King's X, Stu Heiss of Resurrection band, James Young of Styx, Dave Meniketti of Y&T, Glen Campbell, Rex Carroll of Whitecross, Albert Lee, ...
Glen is in the video coming out tomorrow. Most of the others are on my list to feature
@@joehansonguitarRory Gallagher
@@zoeyshoots Check him out here:
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@@joehansonguitar thanks my friend!👍
Christopher Cross, Greg Chaquico, Tony Maiden, Charo, Michael Landau, Dickey Betts, Tommy Bolin, Don Felder
Frank Marino and Andy Timmons are my favorite players. I’m not claiming they’re the greatest or underrated. They’re my favorites. I like every guitar player even lousy ones. I love hearing anyone play. Love all music.
I’ve got Frank in an upcoming video but almost forgot about Andy. Solid player!!!
Colin James is a unsung hero in the great NW
Gotta to give them Canadians some love.
Great suggestion!
@@JeromeDukesCompletely agreed RE: Canadian musicians. Ian Thomas is my childhood idol (his brother's Dave Thomas; a.k.a.: "Doug McKenzie"). Nvrthlss; SPOT-ON U R RE: Colin James. My fave's "Just Came Back".
Some great guitarists on this list.
One of my favourite players who isn’t very well known outside the U.K. is Bill Nelson from the band Bebop Deluxe. Beautiful, melodic and expressive and his sense of rhythmic timing was fantastic.
Yeah man! Bill is coming soon!
@@joehansonguitar yeeeeaah I can’t wait for more people to hear how amazing he is.
You forgot Gary Richraft flying turkey trot live REO Speed wagon guitar solo
Oh man! I did forget that one. I’ll add it to the list!
He was the 1st guitarist I thought of when I saw the title. Knew how to work the crowd so we'll too! I won tickets to see REO in 85 or I probably would never have gone to see them. I won them on a radio show trivia question which was "who is the lead guitarist for REO?"
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While this guitarist was never one to try and shred and dominate the stage, Peter Buck from R.E.M. has some of the best picking control in music as he mostly played arpeggiated chords instead of just normal strumming. He demonstrated that masterful picking in learning to play banjo and mandolin for R.E.M. songs.
Yeah, I always like his style a lot!
Without a doubt, Buck from BOC most underrated rock guitarist, stunning work. Also, one to look at is Lincoln Brewster if you haven't already. Primarily a Christian contemporary music player now, but wow he has the knack. Mark W aka TBonejr
Nice! Thanks for the info!
What about Jack Pearson? he can just play ANYTHING! I am surprised that you didn't mention him at all. Maybe you don't know of him? 🤔
(no offence intended...).
Dang, I’ve heard the name but I might be thinking of Jack Peterson who was a jazz guy. I’ll check him out
Jeff Healey!!! Definitely my choice for the #1 slot! The guy was absolutely amazing and so glad I had the opportunity see him live before he left us!
Wish I could have had the opportunity to see him live, it’s so sad that he’s no longer with us. Such a unique talent. Thanks for sharing your experience!!
Roadhouse....those 80's movies got taste.
You forgot Reggie Young
I’m adding him to the list!
Healey's bar here in Toronto used to be soooo gooood ..... unfortunately it's now gone 😑😔
Wow
I've loved Zappa's funny songs since I was a kid, but it took me many years to appreciate him as a guitarist.
His style is an acquired taste for most. For me it wasn’t his lyrics that spoke to me but rather his arrangements and hiring the finest musicians to play his stuff
Lindsey Buckingham and Terry Kath!
Going to be in a future episode!!
Aynsley Lister & Junior Brown
Yeah!!
Robert Cray is one of the best guitarists i have ever seen live just a weapon of soul.
Yes!
I agree that Robert is terrific, it's funny tho, when I saw him he totally got upstaged by Taj Mahal. Taj blew the doors off the place that night. :)
He has the absolutely purest on stage tone
Robert Cray is one of my favorites for sure !!!!
How about Jan Akkerman
I’m working on it
You said under the last video that you’ll be getting to him. So I’m going to hold you to that. And of course I’m talking about the late great Criss Oliva! Taken from us far too young. He was just really hitting his stride.
Yep, I had already filmed a lot of the footage for this one when I made that comment. I’m putting together the next one today and I’ll be sure to put extra footage of him in there. He was definitely a bad mofo!
Love seeing Jerry Reid in this list. Love the guy...anyone who could hold his own with Chet Atkins is a master. My Dad got me on to him after I saw "Smokey and the Bandit".
He was a heck of an entertainer wasn’t he?
Jerry Reed was a beast. I wish I could pick like that.
Buck Dharma is the most underrated of all....tasteful, articulate, original.... maybe the best rock guitarist left on American soil....Vernon Reed on the other hand sounds like someone kicked over a bee hive.....
About Buck, fantastic perspective about his playing! About Vernon, 🤣🤣🤣
What about Albert Lee, and Alvin Lee also :D
Coming in a future video!
Albert and Alvin! Yes!!
I Saw Alvin Lee twice probably the best player I ever saw live... Just non stop fast all night long!!!
Well, I would not call Jerry Reed, Albert King and Jeff Healey underrated. I saw Healey playing with SRV (lucky) and SRV was MORE than impressed. Chris Hayes and Phil Keaggy are VERY good calls! The ultimate underrateds to me are Robbie Krieger and Elliot Easton (king of 10-sec solo)
Thanks for your comment. Easton is in episode 3:
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You threw Keagy in there and blew my mind. I hadn't thought of him in years. He made me think of Steve Lukather, another great guitarist that seems to slip everyone's mind.
The guy is sick!
@@joehansonguitar ZAL CLEMINSON!!!!!!!!!
Nice!@@sahb4049
Definitely Lukather! 🤩
I'm also thinking Brad Gillis. His style is unique. His work with Night Ranger doesn't get the attention it deserves, but his performance on Ozzy Speak of the Devil is legendary.
If I remember rightly the guys from King's X backed Phil Keaggy up in their early days...Ty often referred to him as a big influence.
Yeah I think I remember that
Very good choices. I love Roy's Blues!!
Yep, it’s killer!!
Steve Winwood Most folks think he’s A singer and organist In reality, he plays virtually every instrument imaginable, and he excels in all of them I believe he’s the greatest musician on the planet
Phenomenal musician that definitely deserves more recognition!
Back in the 60sJimmyPage Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and the list goes on and on of who’s who from rock ‘n’ roll all went to go see Steve Winwood perform. when he was still just a teenager
Steve Winwood is one of the best God has ever sent to earth, from day one. A catalog of Masterpieces Rocklove! ArtyThan ☆♡☆
Steve Winwood is opening in The NY area for The Dobbie Brothers this summer? SHOULD BE THE OTHER WAY AROUND ... August 6th @ The PNC Bank Arts Center in NJ Rock on ☆♡☆
I agree the Doobie should be opening up for Steve Winwood. I will be catching him in Bridgeport Connecticut this summer cannot wait.
Dave Meniketti of Y&T!
Killer!
Jeff healey is crazy good some video of him and SRV playing to gather
Yeah I’ve seen that one, it’s awesome!!!!
I saw Albert King. Fantastic show. One of my favorites.
I also saw Jeff Healy. Excellent.
Another sometimes overlooked player besides the ones I mentioned in your first video comments is Johnny Winter.
Here is a list I compiled of a lot of the great players I have seen over the years. Many of these are criminally underrated.
Jimmy Page
Jimmy Thackery
Frank Zappa
Albert King
Tim Krekel
Al Anderson
Roy Buchanan
Carlos Santana
Eric Clapton
Mick Taylor
Jerry Garcia
Albert Lee
Rory Gallagher
Stevie Ray Vaughan
Tony Rice
B. B. King
Adrian Belew
Keith Richards
Russ Barenberg
Sean Watkins
Chet Atkins
Les Paul
JD Simo
John Scofield
Pete Townsend
Neil Young
Andy Summers
Robert Fripp
Bob Marley
Ron Wood
Albert Collins
Dickey Betts
Warren Haynes
Muddy Waters
Buddy Guy
Jimmy Vaughan
Stephen Stills
Al DiMeola
Larry Carlton
Larry Coryell
Steve Morse
John McLaughlin
Joe Walsh
Bob Weir
Paul Brarrere
Jeff Beck
David Gilmour
Steve Howe
Eddie Van Halen
Charlie Daniels
Johnny Winter
Pat Methenay
John Prine
Jimmy Buffett
David Byrne
Steve Marriott
Peter Frampton
Steve Miller
Vince Gill
Ian Moore
Eric Johnson
Todd Rungren
Billy Gibbons
Michael Hedges
James Blood Ulmer
Tom Verlaine
Lonnie Brooks
Son Seals
Ry Cooder
Bo Diddley
Ted Nugent
Toy Caldwell
Allen Collins
Gary Rossington
Ed King
Dave Mason
David Hidalgo
Cesar Rosas
John Mayer
Dennis Winters
Charlie Hargrett
Joe Perry
Brad Whitford
J. Geils
Sonny Landreth
David Lindley
John Lee Hooker
Matt Murphy
Martin Barre
Dave Edmunds
Elvis Costello
Dave Davies
Alvin Lee
George Thorogood
Alex Lifeson
Steve Winwood
Tommy Emmanuel
Snowy White
Steve Vai
Porl Thompson
Steve Lukather
Trey Anastasio
Jeff Healey
Lonnie Mack
Dick Dale
Bonnie Raitt
Derek Trucks
Mark Knopfler
Barry Sless
Danny Gatton
Vernon Reid
Brendan Bayliss
Jake Cinninger
Bruce Springsteen
Prince
Bryan Sutton
Albert was phenomenal. As far as the other players go, I’m already working on the next video so hopefully over the next few I’ll cover everyone you mentioned, lol
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@ScottM3 Now THAT is an impressive list! I thought I had seen a lot of different players, I went down your list and only counted 28 that I saw live but I was lucky enough to see Allan Holdsworth 4 times over the years
Steve Hackett, Peter Green, Jeremy Spencer, Bob Welch, and Danny Kirwan.
@@edwardhass2561 All good underrated names except maybe Peter Green who is one of the all-time greats and recognized as one of the all-time greats. But younger people may not know him that well.
Great list...don't forget Shawn Lane, Sonny Landreth, Eric Johnson, Ritchie Kotzen. Adrian Belew, Steve Hackett. Robert Fripp, Frank Marino, Robin Trower, Bill Nelson, Nils Lofgren,, Ollie Halsall, April Lawton, Uli Jon Roth, Harvey Mandel, Todd Rundgren
Chris Hayes is amazing. Went to see 38 Special in Asheville NC in the 80's and Huey Lewis opened for them. That is still to this day one of the top 3 concerts I have been to, and I've been to MANY. I read in an interview of Smith and Murray from Iron Maiden that Chris Hayes was one of their favorite guitarists during that time period.
Thanks for mentioning Jerry Reed too, he's a monster. Chet Atkins actually thought Jerry was a better fingerpicker than even himself.
Very cool!!
Saw Buck Dharma with BOC recently and he’s still got it! Albert King not only played left handed, he never restrung his V and literally played it upside down. Funny how you were so into Vai that checking out Phil Keaggy was put on hold! I actually learned about Phil in a GW interview with Vai, who had nothing but glowing praise for his tone and technique (decent singing voice, I might add). One guitarist with a famous name whose incredible technique is often overlooked is Ernie Isley 🎸
Ernie Isley, good one!
Elliot Easton
Coming soon in a future video
Also Ted nugent, Robin Trower,and Billy Sqiure. U need part 3
Part 3 is already in editing. There will be more…
6:07 Chris Hayes influenced my playing since I was 12 years old! That solo changed the way I saw soloing. 17:44 Jeff was an angel that came down to show us all that anything is possible!
Heck yeah!!!
I really like the extended jams you put in. No one else is doing now. Really helps us get a feel for player. Add Robben Ford to your list
Thanks for the comment and recommendation!
Roys the man did you guys see the cocaine bite while he was playing lol RIP brother.
I missed that one!
Awesome video! You're really putting out some killer content in the guitar world! Keep up the good work bro!
Thanks!
Terry Kath! Jimmy Hendrix said he’s “The best guitarist in the universe”
Terry is in next week’s episode!
From same concert you showed Roy does a version of Hey Joe best version I've ever heard 😊
Yes he does!!
Live in Japan version is probably the best I’ve heard him do Hey Joe..
Who's on over 300 albums. Recorded with over 50 bands. Invented the guitar kill switch. And many people don't even know his real name. Mentored by Phil Gilbert. Buckethead.
Yeah man, he’s got quite an impressive resume! ✌🏻
Phil Keaggy was a great recommendation! Thanks for that! A few ttat also come to mind are Al Pitrelli, Cris Oliva, Tony Clarkin and Roope Latvala🎉
I agree. Chris is in the video I’m releasing tomorrow!
None of these guitarists is underated. Whatever their rating is, it's spot on.
Cool!
When asked how it felt to be the greatest guitar player ever, Hendrix replied" I don't know , ask Phil Keaggy"
Interesting
I think you’re having a little fun with us.
I've read that quote with several guitarist mentioned besides Keaggy.
@@thebrysmith3 yeah, Billy Gibbons and Rory Gallagher for example. Keaggy is a great guitarist but that quote…?
Hendrix never said that!
He was friends with Billy Gibbons though, and liked his playing, and had a very young guitarist called Randy California in his band, Jimmy James and the Blue Flames.
*******PETER FRAMPTON and WARREN CUCCURULLO(zappa and missing persons)!!!*******
Yes!!!
Dear Joe,
Just had to reach out to someone who gets it. Our wavelength regarding great guitarists who may not be in the limelight or have faded into the rock, country etc ether is as similar as it gets! have been playing for 62 years Im not great however, I can tell if someone can play in seconds. I really appreciate someone who recognizes greatness.
Best Regards , Keep up the great work
P.S. You may have slightly mis characterized Frank Zappa. I saw him in concert Kent State gym, 1973 along with The Mahavishnu Orchestra. His solo during kosmic Debris was stunning. There may be an archive of this concert somewhere in the metaverse. Best concert I ever saw!
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Man I appreciate your comments!!
Check out one British guitar players John Doyle and Simon Friend
In fact I would love to hear you cover musicians/guitarists from the world of British Folk/Rock/Punk
That would be a great idea
Wow almost half of your list I've never heard of, definitely food for thought when it comes to underrated, good job. Not sure why Zappa is on this list though but I can understand he might not be an "everybody's cup of tea" kinda guy. Still no Frank Marino? Glad you got Jeff Healey thought. Another guy and a disciple from the Chet Atkins school of guitar playing is Lenny Breau. According to some have label him the greatest guitar player there ever was. He basically wrote the book on artificial harmonics. There are stories famous guitar players sought him out for guitar instruction.
Yeah man! I’ve got more videos I’m putting together and will eventually get to those cats!! Thanks for your comment!
Everybody Knows Frank Zappa is an excelent guitarrist
Who knows?? There's so many people who've never heard him before!@@FrancisPomi
@@FrancisPomi Yup, my point exactly, definitely not underrated.
@@FrancisPomi My point exactly, Zappa definitely not underrated imo as well.
Jeff Keaggy ... ? whoa. This is the one I, seriously, have to look into. Rory Gallagher is the last time I asked myself the same question: what took me so long to finally listen?
Jeff Healey seemed a sure thing as a legend, especially, after he died so young. But, like Rory Gallagher, who passed in his early 40's, the legend did not grow in death.
While BB King seemed to, maybe, receive too much pub, yet another King seemed to get lost in the (King) shuffle -- who also died in his early 40's -- Freddie King. Freddie's stuff from 1970's is just great rock-blues.
Gary Clark jr
Dave Hole
When I first heard Gary Clark Jr I was like: what is this? then I realized I had had the same reaction when I first heard Cream and Jimi Hendrix.
I was listening to Austrlian Dave Hole, thinking his strong guitar play was reminding me of Clapton's solid From The Cradle blues album. Then, I realized the Dave Hole album was released in 1992 -- two years before Clapton's well received 'Cradle' blues album. Dave Hole's version of Hendrix's Purple Haze is given his own intro; and I love the fact the Aussie was a fan of the Irish legend Rory Gallagher by playing respect filled versions of Bullfrog Blues as well as Tore Down. It is entertaining to watch Dave Hole play, too. He suffered a hand injury which forces him to hold the guitar differently
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Mr. Hanson; P.J. Haycock (Climax Blues Band) shall b on a future compilation.
Thanks for the suggestion!
@@joehansonguitar U betcha..I remember many yrs back; there was a feature on PBS called "Night Of The Guitars". The featured guitarist was Mr. Haycock. I saw that feature back in the mid-1990s; he had some very slick solos. Probably could consider him as a "shredder". As u alrdy know; C.B.B. (Climax Blues Band) is best known 4 their 1977 hit "Couldn't Get It Right" & their 1980 ballad "I Love You". BTW; the "P.J." stands 4 Peter John (he actually goes by Peter John Haycock).
My son; Sam Vallen of Calligulas Horse
Thanks!!
EVERYTIME I see one of these rate Guitar players, I'm ALWAYS SHOCKED not to see "ROY CLARK" on the list...???...BAFFLING...SMH
I’ve got Roy in a future video
I'm glad Phil Keaggy was recognized... unfortunately, that's a terrible portrayal of his playing..lol. That tape sux... js
That’s actually one of my favorite performances by him.
I'm sure Vernon Reid is a great guitarist but that solo you showed him playing was rubbish.
Lots and lots of fast meaningless notes with random tremolo dives for no particular reason doesn't make a great solo.
Surely he's got better stuff than that?
Vernon was at the request of a fellow viewer and after some thoughts I’m with you on his incoherent soloing approach. I like his riffs more than his leads.
Sounds like Eddie V. might have taken some lessons from Roy buchanon. Coincidence? Very cool.
Possibly!!
Jerry Reed could write music so hard he couldn't play it so he got Chet Adkins to do it
Huey Lewis guitar player is awful are you kidding me
Albert King, Freddy King, and Albert Collins all Great blues guitarists from that era
You should check out the stuff Chris Hayes did years later with his own band. It’s jazz fusion based which I like!
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Here's some guitarists I find criminally unkown
Nicholas Turmann
JJ Marsh
Jay Rakes
Tore St Moren
Borislav Mitic
Pierre Bensusan
Enjoy 😊
Thanks man!
Todd Park, John Butcher, Christopher Cross frequently overlooked
Correct
Check out Bill Nelson, Be Bop Deluxe .. album Sunburst Finish.. wrote the music, lyrics, sang and played all the mind blowing lead guitar.
Bill is in an upcoming video!
Yeah Phil Keaggy he certainly is! & anybody who knows anything knows Frank ain't underrated same with Jerry Reed¡ How 'bout Fast Eddie Clark he's gotta be in there somewhere & Michael Schenker tooo¡! thanx dude(s)
Thanks for the comment and suggestions!! 😎🎸🔥
John Cipollina (a personal favorite)
Garry Grub AKA Garry Duncan both deceased Steve Hunter ( Lou Reed,
sweet Jane live)
Great choices
I have NEVER understood why people consider Zappa a great guitar player. I just don't see it. (hear it) And I've said for years, Chris Hayes from Huey Lewis' band was fantastic.
I guess it’s just like anyone. I don’t care for Tim Henson or John Mayer but there’s plenty who do🤷🏻
Frank was in my opinion an amazing composer
Also thank you for listing Jeff Healey He was great.
Wish he was still here!
Youve gotta give Richard Benson an honorable mention. Or... at leat an E for effort. With all of his "issues" health and otherwise, along with the brutal criticism and hatred he got. He played on. R.I.P. Mr Benson
I’m adding him to the list!
I saw Healey playing in a jam session with Clapton and Stevie Ray Vaughn the night before SRV was killed. Jeff slayed that night, but the elation of hearing him play was short-lived after the news about Stevie hit the airwaves about 28 hrs later
While I never got to see either one play live I can tell you exactly where I was when we heard about the crash. So sad
Gary Richraft flying turkey trot live REO Speed wagon guitar shread to me is better than Van Halen i love everything you got you won't be disappointed with Gary Richraft can't wait to see more
Thanks for the recommendation!
Has anybody body ever heard of Danny Weis? he is not 'famous' but known in certain area Funky Blues Country mix vocabulary have a listen you can find videos of '90s and more recent ones!!
I’m actually not familiar with him but will check him out!!
Right out of the box, I have to disagree with the choice of Vernon Reid. His solos have no structure, they are just mindless jibber jabber and a pain to the eardrums.
I get it, thanks for your input. ✌🏻
No offense, but is Albert really so underrated that you put a picture of Freddie King in your thumbnail instead? Cuz that's Freddie, not Albert
Thanks for reminding me. I originally had Freddie in the video but changed my mind and already had the thumbnail made and forgot to switch the pic. You’re the second person who mentioned it and I never got around to changing it then. ✌️
Sorry, Jerry Reed isn’t underrated. People who pay attention to guitarist outside of the rock world know him to be one of the finest guitarists in the world. He is also one of Chet Akins Certified Guitar Players. There are only 4 or 5 of those.
Thanks for your perspective. I still find many people younger than us who’ve never heard of most of these guys. Just trying to keep the legacies alive 😎
Royz bluz. The one with the picture of his dads shop. Insane! Jeff Healey. 🤘👍🏻
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While I realize there are so many guitarists than could be on these lists (part 1&2 ) one major one would be Glen Cambell.
Glen is in the video I’m editing right now!
George Kooymans of Golden Earring was a terrific guitar player.
Definitely!
I have always rated everyone on this list as top tier guitar players. I will tell you who is an under-rated player, especially on acoustic, is Bruce Springsteen.
Thanks for the comment!
Roy Buchanan played pretty much non stop from the age of 15 . I don't think any player had more control of his guitar than Roy.
The guy was a total master
Like before a really great list, we share a little bit of taste.
On Albert King, maybe he is not popular like he used to be but, amongst guitar players and lovers of blues, he is truly a legend, no less.
2 legends who doesn't get the attention they deserve : Ritchie Blackmore and Gary Moore.
I’ve got Ritchie and Gary in upcoming videos! Thank you for your interest and comments in my videos.
I was explaining to another person that we live in a new age where the kids don’t know these name and if videos aren’t made showcasing them then traditions start to fade away. As a guitar teacher with over 60 students, most have never heard of these names…
So you are a crusader of guitar players. Like myself a crusader of Flamenco music and culture (amongst my friends and family).
I really agree with you on Kirk Hammett, a guitar player with no clue of harmony or melody! I hate the fact that he owns the best Les Paul on the planet, Greeny.
You are also the first one to mention the great John Sykes (you should check the album "Life live" from Thin Lizzy.
Keep up the good work. @@joehansonguitar
Still don't like Zappa. If his name was John smith he'd just be another guitarist
And that’s totally cool! I don’t like Tim Henson which seems to annoy the piss out of people 🤷🏻🤣
Everyone should check out the young guitarist Hal-Ca!
Yeah man!
Dave maniketti from Y&T
Great player!
Brother, you need to hear this story. It was winter and the west had just had a severe snow storm. I lived in Spokane and there was a concert at the "Boone st. barn" or the old arena. The News was the headline act and The Range was supposed to open for them. Bruce and the band were snowed in at the Denver airport. The News could have played a regular set then left, but they showed their skill and class for four straight hours. They played literally all their material. They didn't have to do that. Ive seen damn near everybody up until that time, all the big names and small ones too. My two favorite concerts in my life are Petra's Beat the System tour and the a-fore-mentioned News show. If I divided them by Christian and secular they would each be number one. God gave us music in our soul, it is a precious gift. I love to rock, for God and everyone.
Man! Sounds like you have gotten to see some amazing stuff! I love your perspective on the connection of spirituality and music also!
I think the album apostrophe showcases Frank's playing much better than this
I was trying to strike a balance between good video and audio quality. But I agree, Apostrophe is an awesome album!
The top of my list for underrated guitar player, is always Steve Winwood.
Such an incredible musician!!
Thought the picture of Robert cray was Stanley Jordan…
lol, kinda looks like him!
Richard Thompson
Yeah man! I’ll add him to my list!
There is nothing underrated to Jeff Healey
I agree but I still find many who aren’t very familiar with him
Yes there is. I thought he was really good. Then I saw him live.
I was at a show to see Robert cray and Otis Rush. Jeff Healey just wiped the floor everyone that day.
I had seen some stuff on TV and heard some albums. None of his recordings do him justice.
I’ve actually been considering trying to learn his playing style since he can make some insane stretches and that style allows chords and licks that are impossible in the conventional style.
Sorely missed because of just how good he was live.
Albert King is far from under rated! He's a Blues icon, come on!
To us you’re correct, to some not so much
Tony McPhee of the Groundhogs deserves to be on a list lime this
Yes he does!
Is Tommy Emmanuel under rated? John Fahey would have to be.
Pretty unknown to many
Vernon bought a lot of my Surfpicks.
What are surfpicks?
You can hear where Stevie Ray Vaughn got his chops from.
Yeah!
Vernon solo sounds like chicken scratching. Hurt my ears
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