Lonnie McIntosh aka Lonnie Mack with his blue eyed soul became the king of the bar band circuit. He played bars around Ohio & Kentucky until he recorded his first album in 1963 called, “The wham of that Memphis man.” Stevie Ray Vaughan said when he played that Whammy bar on that V neck guitar, it sent chills up your spine. Mack died from natural causes on April 14, 2016 (age 74) but his death was overshadowed by superstar Prince, who died on the same day.
1961 Southern Indiana. I'm 14. I go to school with two cousins , one loved to dance..and they'd tell me, "Our cousin is a guy named Lonnie and he's gonna be big some day; he plays guitar super good!" Well, here you have it.
there's so many folks i've saw on here that have met, known, or was related to lonnie! guy's a treasure for sure. turning 18 soon, and i'm glad to be listening to lonnie!
It was much more than influence. Stevie joined a long list of great guitar players who called Lonnie Mack their "go to", the one they admitted best. Stevie Ray called him the one guitarist who was his life-long hero.
one thing i always loved about lonnies lead playing is he isnt afraid to come busting out the gate from the first note. guitar teachers always talk about how to "properly" construct solos, one of the big rules being that you start mellow and build the solo up. lonnie isnt afraid to toss that aside and just burn from the first note.
Truly one of the best what grate soul he is missed by so many the amazing talent that had was something to see and here he was ahead of his time that was a fact i was told by my father that Lonnie played just as good when he was sixteen years old so just try to wrap your head around that my dad and Lonnie started of in the 50s they got there first record contract togeather i knew Lonnie from the day i was born he carried me in and out of the snow back in those days and latter in life i was so fortunate to spend some time with him one time i will never forget i was going thru a hard in my life my wife had changed the locks put me out i was big time out of control on cocaine and Lonnie sat me right and talked to me when know one else could there no doubt he saved my life he really was there for me we spent hours and days talking about life and put somethings into perspective he was a mentor for me we talked about the loss of Stevie at time it hadnt been that long sents his deaf and Stevie had gotten clean and was doing so good and had some grate things he was doing he was at his best you could see the deference and then to lose his life the way he weighed heavy on the people that knew him Lonnie and Stevie we're had gotten so close i saw a interview with Stevie and he was asked about his relationship with lonnie and Stevie said so proudly that Lonnie was like his dad uncle and best friend all in one looking back on what that statement i felt the same way Lonnie could easily have that effect on a person with the way he was and all living he had done palaces he had been things he saw wow Lonnie told me about the first time working with jim Morrison and recording road house blues man how many people do you know that could tell you about that and that was just few memories that stand out in my mind his soulfulness was real like no other you even dream of and those eyes just the sound of his voice is forever in my mind until the day i die thank for letting me share with you and the world what i know about Lonnie mac there will certainly never be anyone on the face of this earth who could come close to being the man the artist or the legion that Lonnie was thats a fact damon troy seals peace out
Damon, your dad (Troy Seals) was one of the greatest entertainers I ever had the pleasure of seeing. He also wrote some of the greatest songs to ever come out of Nashville. Super talented humble man indeed. You must be proud man! He and Lonnie were two of the greatest of their era, no doubt!
Lol lonnie is definitely forgotten by the masses, if you’re a guitarist or a fan then yea obviously you remember, but in general nobody remembers him. Music publications rarely mention him and if they do its most likely because of a SRV or genre retrospective.
@@unclematt3168 Lonnie certainly didn't copy Freddie King or anyone else. His playing was a mixture of styles . Appalachian music, gospel , blues , rock and roll, country , bluegrass . He was playing in a way that was way beyond anything the bluesmen were playing in the early 60s. If you listen to his early singles you'll hear that he was doing something unique .
@@goggleboy2464 he had a lot of influence on a lot of people who played blues rock electric guitar after 1963. Duane Allman, Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, Ted Nugent, Etc. He raised the bar for electric guitar playing virtuosity.
Truly one of the most influential musicians in American Music yet somehow, he is often overlooked when articles are written about guitar players who changed the world of electric guitar and Rock and Roll. Lonnie will never be forgotten by those of us who understand that the players who didn't like the business of music are not always the ones who get the public recognition they so justly deserve.
Indomitable soul, His flyin V already created the rocking stormy sound that always remember me the truly powerfull that a rock&roll guitar can be, when its played by a rock&roll boss. Long Existence to Lonnie!
Wow. What an ECHO coming out of that guitar of Lonnie Mack's and the terrific band..that drummer has full swing and the base player is air bound but sticking to the stage..great performance and entertainment by Lonnie..never to be forgotten..even in 2020
Lonnie Mack RIP, You have left us with your soul and amazing music that those that play the guitar today could only dream about, it was not about money but passion for the Guitar and the Music that you played, real Guitar Master and Musician one of an extremely rare breed , Thank you so much for giving us this, you were not Human but from another dimension.
One of the only people outside of Freddie King's regular players to ever record with him, back in the mid 60s. If you listen to some of Freddie's later King stuff, Lonnie's on there! This guy is one of my top ten favorites..
I am so fortunate to have been able to go across town to see them in a small town bar. They were Great and felt every single note and word they entertained us with. Wonderful guys.
I have always loved L M and the bands he has had. His special sound has that feel to get the joint hopping!! Always on the sound system at any party I have (when we could)
Lonnie has the perfect voice for any type song and his music is top notch. Guitar sounds you CAN NOT find anywhere else. Nothing fancy about a Lonnie Mack performance just the best music and guitar you will ever find anywhere. He doesn't need smoke or fireworks in the background, his guitar does the smokin'.
I known learned of Lonnie's passing ..wow. I drinks a bit but not so much that I should have missed this . So under rated but so beloved by true blues fans . Good lord ....so few left . God Bless.
God bless lonnie you have always been in highest regards in my mind from the first time I saw you and dickey bets and roy buecanon. the great American guitar assault tour. Im still saying WOW.
I got to see Lonnie, stevie ray Vaughn, and Greg allman at about 1984 in a park in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We piled in a van and drove from college in Fayetteville, Arkansas to tulsa . There were 2 cops there on horseback posing for pics. We brought in a jug of killer punch and such a great vibe there. Got some great pics and memories. I grew up in the 60/70/80s, wouldnt change a thing.
caramba que legal passei por aqui e vi esse tiozinho , ninguém o conhece mas como é bom ouvir o rock in roll dele muito bom parabéns, e olha que cnheco um pouco de rockk abeaços
Well I’m listening to the Audio Book called Texas Flood...the story of Stevie Ray Vaughan & I’m listening to Jimmie talking about this gentleman & Reed. So I pause & look them up & under the song list a thing with my name in it will get my attention. So I’m playing it & totally blown away from the first few strokes. I hear Stevie & Double Trouble from the start. Texas Flood alright! The influence this man had on them is so evident! And now I have another new Hero! Suddenly my name sounds pretty sweet! Why couldn’t someone have played this back in my younger days? (70’s & 80’s) The hell with Wake up little Susie, & God forbid, the one every band would play when I came in to work on Friday & Saturday nights! (Waitressing & professionally dancing) “Oh Suzi-Q”! I was always flattered, but honestly, all the customers start singing with the band & the bar tender, & suddenly, I become Chandler Bing: “Could I BE anymore embarrassed “??! No...10 shades of Red! Every time you step, it’s like the song follows our ...”I like the way you walk...!🎤🎵 But if anyone had played “satisfy Suzie” I would have come 💃🏼 Dancing In! Irresistible son& sound! Now to hear more by him & then Reed! I’m in Heaven!🎸🌌🌙✨💋❤️🕯
Hello lady of justice how are you doing hope you’re having a great time with your family may God bless you and your family
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Lonnie McIntosh AKA Lonnie Mack: 7/18/1941 - Widely regarded as one of the most important guitarist in rock and roll history, his pioneering work with the instrument stemmed from his lightning fast picking and revolutionary use of the whammy bar (nicknamed after his revered tune “Wham!”). With his cherished 1963 singles “Memphis” and the aforementioned “Wham!”, Mack practically ushered in what would be known as blues rock all on his own, though he has also visit the likes of country, rockabilly, Southern rock and more throughout his lengthy career. His work with the guitar would go on to influence the likes of Jeff Beck, Duane Allman, Dickey Betts, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Ted Nugent, and Stevie Ray Vaughan.
i can see the influence that this band had on Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble :D for example: Lonnie quiets his guitar, comes to organ player, plays some nice chords and lets the organ player do his thing
July 18th: Happy birthday Blues Rock-Rockabilly Singer-Guitarist Lonnie McIntosh / Lonnie Mack (1941-2016) Thank you and God bless. RIP. Thanks for the upload, XXFGTK34D. Blessings
Lonnie McIntosh aka Lonnie Mack with his blue eyed soul became the king of the bar band circuit. He played bars around Ohio & Kentucky until he recorded his first album in 1963 called, “The wham of that Memphis man.” Stevie Ray Vaughan said when he played that Whammy bar on that V neck guitar, it sent chills up your spine. Mack died from natural causes on April 14, 2016 (age 74) but his death was overshadowed by superstar Prince, who died on the same day.
1961 Southern Indiana. I'm 14. I go to school with two cousins , one loved to dance..and they'd tell me, "Our cousin is a guy named Lonnie and he's gonna be big some day; he plays guitar super good!" Well, here you have it.
there's so many folks i've saw on here that have met, known, or was related to lonnie! guy's a treasure for sure. turning 18 soon, and i'm glad to be listening to lonnie!
Absolutely the real deal
He was the real deal, God bless The Great Lonnie Mac ❤
I went to school with his son, he had a locker above mine. This was in Texas.
I heard this in 1980 for the fist time,told all my friends look n listen
!! WOW.!!
I need a drummer like the 1 in the video. He looks like he's putting his heart & soul in every lick.
It was much more than influence. Stevie joined a long list of great guitar players who called Lonnie Mack their "go to", the one they admitted best. Stevie Ray called him the one guitarist who was his life-long hero.
one thing i always loved about lonnies lead playing is he isnt afraid to come busting out the gate from the first note. guitar teachers always talk about how to "properly" construct solos, one of the big rules being that you start mellow and build the solo up. lonnie isnt afraid to toss that aside and just burn from the first note.
Yes, like Stevie!
Lonnie was a big influence in SRV style of play
saw Lonnie Mack and Stevie Ray Vaughn in knoxville 1987, great show
This is just good-ol' southern rock! Very few bands play music like this anymore. That's a shame.
+Joshua Fiebig Not really. This is Indiana Rock!
Can you be anymore wrong?
southern blues n' boogie with that country style on the side. Lonnie's tone is impeccable.
Omg! Only Listening In 2020!...Sounds Mighty!!..No Comparison 2 The Sounds Of 2Day!..He Has a Place In History Of His Own!
Lonnie Mack's sound has been an inspiration to many !
Truly one of the best what grate soul he is missed by so many the amazing talent that had was something to see and here he was ahead of his time that was a fact i was told by my father that Lonnie played just as good when he was sixteen years old so just try to wrap your head around that my dad and Lonnie started of in the 50s they got there first record contract togeather i knew Lonnie from the day i was born he carried me in and out of the snow back in those days and latter in life i was so fortunate to spend some time with him one time i will never forget i was going thru a hard in my life my wife had changed the locks put me out i was big time out of control on cocaine and Lonnie sat me right and talked to me when know one else could there no doubt he saved my life he really was there for me we spent hours and days talking about life and put somethings into perspective he was a mentor for me we talked about the loss of Stevie at time it hadnt been that long sents his deaf and Stevie had gotten clean and was doing so good and had some grate things he was doing he was at his best you could see the deference and then to lose his life the way he weighed heavy on the people that knew him Lonnie and Stevie we're had gotten so close i saw a interview with Stevie and he was asked about his relationship with lonnie and Stevie said so proudly that Lonnie was like his dad uncle and best friend all in one looking back on what that statement i felt the same way Lonnie could easily have that effect on a person with the way he was and all living he had done palaces he had been things he saw wow Lonnie told me about the first time working with jim Morrison and recording road house blues man how many people do you know that could tell you about that and that was just few memories that stand out in my mind his soulfulness was real like no other you even dream of and those eyes just the sound of his voice is forever in my mind until the day i die thank for letting me share with you and the world what i know about Lonnie mac there will certainly never be anyone on the face of this earth who could come close to being the man the artist or the legion that Lonnie was thats a fact damon troy seals peace out
Damon, your dad (Troy Seals) was one of the greatest entertainers I ever had the pleasure of seeing. He also wrote some of the greatest songs to ever come out of Nashville. Super talented humble man indeed. You must be proud man! He and Lonnie were two of the greatest of their era, no doubt!
Wow, this Band is awesome. A great bluesrock!
And another great rocker leaves the building! RIP Lonnie Mack
Rosa Vito Jew. Can.
Damn didnt realise he was gone
Musicians who worked their way up and earned a crust the hard way, will never be forgotten.
Lol lonnie is definitely forgotten by the masses, if you’re a guitarist or a fan then yea obviously you remember, but in general nobody remembers him. Music publications rarely mention him and if they do its most likely because of a SRV or genre retrospective.
Get yourself a drummer that is on the team like this guy
That wonderful drummer is Dennis O’Neal.
that's the drummer you want
I think “Animal “ off the Muppets tried to copy his style 😎
The man that invented blues rock. One of my top favorites.
either that or he just copied Freddie King
@@unclematt3168 Lonnie certainly didn't copy Freddie King or anyone else. His playing was a mixture of styles . Appalachian music, gospel , blues , rock and roll, country , bluegrass . He was playing in a way that was way beyond anything the bluesmen were playing in the early 60s. If you listen to his early singles you'll hear that he was doing something unique .
Obviously had a lot of influence on srv
@@goggleboy2464 he had a lot of influence on a lot of people who played blues rock electric guitar after 1963. Duane Allman, Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, Ted Nugent, Etc. He raised the bar for electric guitar playing virtuosity.
@@Cincinnatus1869 I've never heard a musician mention him other than srv. Maybe says something about Stevie.
I can definitely tell where Stevie comes from ! Lonnie is a master guitarist
Truly one of the most influential musicians in American Music yet somehow, he is often overlooked when articles are written about guitar players who changed the world of electric guitar and Rock and Roll. Lonnie will never be forgotten by those of us who understand that the players who didn't like the business of music are not always the ones who get the public recognition they so justly deserve.
An all time great, a pioneer of rock guitar, and a loss to the world. Thanks for so much great music Lonnie.
I love musicians that are happy to share the stage with other talents.
Went to see Lonnie in North London many years ago, a great night of rock and blues. RIP.
Indomitable soul, His flyin V already created the rocking stormy sound that always remember me the truly powerfull that a rock&roll guitar can be, when its played by a rock&roll boss. Long Existence to Lonnie!
Wow. What an ECHO coming out of that guitar of Lonnie Mack's and the terrific band..that drummer has full swing and the base player is air bound but sticking to the stage..great performance and entertainment by Lonnie..never to be forgotten..even in 2020
bass
ROLAND JC 120!!!!
Made a couple of great contributions to the Doors ,Morrison Hotel. Was in awe of him
Lonnie Mack RIP, You have left us with your soul and amazing music that those that play the guitar today could only dream about, it was not about money but passion for the Guitar and the Music that you played, real Guitar Master and Musician one of an extremely rare breed , Thank you so much for giving us this, you were not Human but from another dimension.
Stan Szelest... Best piano player of this era!!
I was in a band 1963-64 in Cincinnati. That kind of music was FUN to play !
c'est carré , et pourtant ça roule un max, merci et je partage ,c'est total ce que j'aime !
One of the alltime greats to come out of Cincinnati music scene ( actually a native of Aurora Indiana).
my favorite guitar player.i got to see him in houston texas
I had to privilege to see him live in Hollywood about 1986 at the Club Lingerie. Dude was bad ass! Great Guitarist! And his voice was awesome!
I was there, his roadie.
Wasn't Rye Colder playing with him? He said the stage was so loud, he was scared!
God takes another one of his gems that was on loan to us and puts it back in his treasure chest...We will miss you Lonnie, we'll miss your soul...
Amazing! One of the best players ever...exceptional rhythm player, awesome leads and licks. No overdubs..
another great artist gone to soon. RIP Lonnie. Your music will live on forever
L. MACK ,SUCH A GREAT GUITARIST ,AND A SAD LOSS FOR MUSIC.RIP LONNIE.😎🎸🎶🔊☮️ BOB.
they're dropping like flies these days...
This guy is awesome. Thats the sound right there. You like blues, start with him.
One of the only people outside of Freddie King's regular players to ever record with him, back in the mid 60s. If you listen to some of Freddie's later King stuff, Lonnie's on there!
This guy is one of my top ten favorites..
Rock on Lonnie Mack! You have inspired thousands with those V guitar licks. R.I.P. friend.
Love the drummer
Some sweet licks there from the great Lonnie Mack, RIP to one of the original guitar gods...
Hello Jane how are you doing hope you’re having a great time with your family may God bless you and your family
Happy Birthday Lonnie...God bless your soul in heaven... gone, but never forgotten
I am so fortunate to have been able to go across town to see them in a small town bar. They were Great and felt every single note and word they entertained us with. Wonderful guys.
Hello Marla how are you doing hope you having a great time with your family may God bless you and your family
Thank you so much for your amazing music. Gpd Bless You.
Thank you Lonnie Mack for the great music.Rest in peace brother.
Lonnie Mack. Gone but not forgotten. Country Rock Blues live forever.
I saw Lonnie open for The Doors at NYC's MSG.
I have always loved L M and the bands he has had. His special sound has that feel to get the joint hopping!! Always on the sound system at any party I have (when we could)
Lonnie has the perfect voice for any type song and his music is top notch. Guitar sounds you CAN NOT find anywhere else. Nothing fancy about a Lonnie Mack performance just the best music and guitar you will ever find anywhere. He doesn't need smoke or fireworks in the background, his guitar does the smokin'.
Great bluesman,love him very much.
Man o man Ry is so much fun to listen to. His heroes are also my heroes….Ry included
Growing up in a cincy suburb, I was fortunate to have seen LM live,on several occasions. He was only a year and a half older than me !
Lonnie Had Some Of The Best Riff's and Voices' There Was. He Was Stevie Ray's Hero!
Well damn that was pretty good
I known learned of Lonnie's passing ..wow. I drinks a bit but not so much that I should have missed this . So under rated but so beloved by true blues fans . Good lord ....so few left . God Bless.
I showed up for Lonnie Mack, stayed for the drummer!!
Great Lonnie Mack! True legend.
God bless lonnie you have always been in highest regards in my mind from the first time I saw you and dickey bets and roy buecanon. the great American guitar assault tour. Im still saying WOW.
Thanks for the great music, sir.
Absolute freaking legend
One wonders what ever happened to Lonnie’s ‘58 Flying Vee, as seen on his album cover???
I got to see Lonnie, stevie ray Vaughn, and Greg allman at about 1984 in a park in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We piled in a van and drove from college in Fayetteville, Arkansas to tulsa . There were 2 cops there on horseback posing for pics. We brought in a jug of killer punch and such a great vibe there. Got some great pics and memories. I grew up in the 60/70/80s, wouldnt change a thing.
caramba que legal passei por aqui e vi esse tiozinho , ninguém o conhece mas como é bom ouvir o rock in roll dele muito bom parabéns, e olha que cnheco um pouco de rockk abeaços
Well I’m listening to the Audio Book called Texas Flood...the story of Stevie Ray Vaughan & I’m listening to Jimmie talking about this gentleman & Reed. So I pause & look them up & under the song list a thing with my name in it will get my attention. So I’m playing it & totally blown away from the first few strokes. I hear Stevie & Double Trouble from the start. Texas Flood alright! The influence this man had on them is so evident! And now I have another new Hero! Suddenly my name sounds pretty sweet! Why couldn’t someone have played this back in my younger days? (70’s & 80’s) The hell with Wake up little Susie, & God forbid, the one every band would play when I came in to work on Friday & Saturday nights! (Waitressing & professionally dancing) “Oh Suzi-Q”! I was always flattered, but honestly, all the customers start singing with the band & the bar tender, & suddenly, I become Chandler Bing: “Could I BE anymore embarrassed “??! No...10 shades of Red! Every time you step, it’s like the song follows our ...”I like the way you walk...!🎤🎵
But if anyone had played “satisfy Suzie” I would have come 💃🏼 Dancing In! Irresistible son& sound!
Now to hear more by him & then Reed!
I’m in Heaven!🎸🌌🌙✨💋❤️🕯
Hello lady of justice how are you doing hope you’re having a great time with your family may God bless you and your family
Lonnie McIntosh AKA Lonnie Mack: 7/18/1941
- Widely regarded as one of the most important guitarist in rock and roll history, his pioneering work with the instrument stemmed from his lightning fast picking and revolutionary use of the whammy bar (nicknamed after his revered tune “Wham!”). With his cherished 1963 singles “Memphis” and the aforementioned “Wham!”, Mack practically ushered in what would be known as blues rock all on his own, though he has also visit the likes of country, rockabilly, Southern rock and more throughout his lengthy career. His work with the guitar would go on to influence the likes of Jeff Beck, Duane Allman, Dickey Betts, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Ted Nugent, and Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Played at my wedding reception in Saylor Park Ohio July 3rd 1982
i can see the influence that this band had on Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble :D for example: Lonnie quiets his guitar, comes to organ player, plays some nice chords and lets the organ player do his thing
SRV and Lonnie Mack were good friends.
That. Was a piano, not an organ !
@@donayers5925 Alright! I stand corrected.
July 18th: Happy birthday Blues Rock-Rockabilly Singer-Guitarist Lonnie McIntosh / Lonnie Mack (1941-2016) Thank you and God bless. RIP. Thanks for the upload, XXFGTK34D. Blessings
the bass player has his groove on!
great playing as usual from the mackster.. love the enthusiastic drummer too.
R.I.P Lonnie. Another Legend gone. Heaven is Rockin tonight
Thats Dennis O'Neal on the drums. Madison Indiana native and avid IU fan.
O brasil ta precisando de mais musicas assim.
very good song that should be heard more in Brazil.
How did I live so long ignorant of this great musician?
Será que sou o único brasileiro que curte demais as músicas do Lonnie Mack amo demais. ☺️
I am from Brazil. Very good sound.
RIP, Lonnie, great man of blues !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
My goodness I love 💟 that ❣️
Espetacular!👏👏👏👏
Great great great! Thank you!
love it, thanks everyone who played on this. It kicks ass X
Hello Payne how are you doing today hope you’re having a great time with your family may God bless you and your family
Proof positive that when you get it right, it doesn't age.
. rest in peace Lonnie Mack you will be missed God bless you and God bless your family
Wow I felt that, I can see why He was Srv's main man
Lonnie Mack used to let me sit in with him around Cincinnati in the 80's when he lived nearby...Those we're indelible experiences!
A great singer and player...an early influence.
man!!! took me over two years trying find this song!!!
Uma das músicas de blues que mais amo ouvir ♡♡♡
R.I.P Lonnie (fucking ) Mack ♡
Great guitar , Lonnie Mack.
One all time classics!!!
Lonnie Mack! An sll time great.
Rest In Peace four years ago from today - Lonnie Mack
Awesome track.
Lonnie Mack - Великолепный !!!!!
Adeus Lonnie!!!! vá na paz do Blues.
Thats Tim Drummond on Bass.He played bass on Neal Youngs Harvest album among countless other artists.
He looks like billy crystal LOL
Did the best version of I found a love ever!!!!!
Wow I've never seen this but I seen him in 86 in Atlanta
Great cat. True guitar hero. SRV´s fast stuff was mainly from Lonnie.
Great song. Love Lonnie Mack. Nice to see Boris Karloff tickling those ivories. Who knew.
Stevie took this and turned it up to flux capacitor levels. 🔥