I am 46 years old. I hunt, train dogs, kayak and would generally be considered the macho-type. I have been listening to your videos for half a hour or so and they are so beautiful I get weepy. You are not just a talent, you are in love with your music.
I'm 40. I'll never play like this. But perhaps my son.... Watched this the other day and went straight to iTunes to get the album. It made the drive to work looking out over the Oslo fjord a pleasure rather than a commute. Thank you Andy McKee.
Andy I was in a bad mood when I woke up this morning. I bookmarked this video as therapy a long time ago. Thanks for changing my mood! Now I can venture out and deal with people today.
wow. The guitar playing is incredible, the songwriting is deeply moving. Every song I listen to by andy brings tears to my eyes. I don't know what to say. It is great to see these candyrat people approaching music from such a new and different angle and pushing the boundaries of what a guitar can do.
I've watched this video at least a hundred times already and it's still unbelievable. This dude is a one man band...bass, drums, & lead/rythm guitar all in one. Thanks again Andy for the new found inspiration.
the most complex and beautiful song i think i have ever heard. I used to think cavatina was something to aspire to but this just takes playing to a new level and dimension i never new existed. Of all your songs i find this the most mesmerizing and beautiful. You have an amazing and priceless talent and i thank you for sharing it with us
I really thought that when Michael Hedges left this planet I wouldn't get to see/hear that kind of talent again, except for his recordings. I saw him play live twice and he just blew my mind both times! I'm so glad that I was wrong! You have just as much to offer :) as he did and that's coming from a fellow musician and songwriter! Thank You for being you! Love and regards, Marni
This just makes you see the world in perspective, not everything is as bad as it seems. On any day andy just motivates me, he just does a great job. He tells you something with chords not with words.
Amen millwallwill. You said it all right there brother. ...and thanks again Andy. I take my laptop everywhere I travel and show your amazing talent to everyone I know. The music that comes out of your guitars is like gospel & I gotta spread the word! ...just dropping by for my daily viewing... =oD
Words fail...It is on a level above the significances which describe the ordinary expected occurences of everyday existence. Beauty.Aesthetics.Yes,but with such PURITY (!) and to just create it with such apparent effortlessness...WHEW! Thank you for it,Andy.
man.. you're a one man band. And I must say, that is one band who plays beautiful music!! Love you style, love your songs, love everything about all of your songs!
Thats some really beautiful music there. I really like halfway through when you change pace from sad to happier. It sounds awesome when you play the bassline on the harp strings and the melody simultaneously.
This is UNHEARD of! Andy McKee has transformed an instrument generations old which i truly believe has waited for HIM to come along and the scary part is..he's only 26 years old and started playing at 13. Ask yourself if his music evokes every emotion of a human being. Ask yourself what a feeling it would be to go anywhere in the world and be considered timeless. Close your eyes and let your imagination soar. If you ask how music can inspire change in life...listen to every song he plays.
it takes a natural talent and ability, but also deeply rooted love of what you do to pull off something like this. you are truly gifted, bro, keep it up.
music isnt exactly my area of expertise but your son definately creates music that touches people. just read these comments. you must be very proud. and im bettin you are a pretty awsome mom. :)
I have to say Andy, I've been watching a lot of your videos recently and they're all amazing. I'm a guitarist myself although I play mostly classical music. I am however a big fan of fingerstlye guitar and it's music like yours that reminds of just why it is I like it so much. Keep the songs coming man, I love them.
Love the dreamy-ness of it! The harp guitar is fascinating. Heard Stephen Bennet at Artisan Guitars near Nashville. Your right up there with him in feel and touch. Way to go!
Andy, this is just off the charts. It makes me want to sell everything I own and buy a harp guitar just so I can to learn it. Stunning, absolutely stunning.
I used to think of myself as a guitar player but after seeing your video, I'm not worthy to carry your guitar case. I think I'll just go chop my guitar up for firewood. Absolute genius! Thank you for sharing your gift.
Andy does indeed have a CD, check out the directors profile theres a link to his cd in there. I just purchased a copy myself after watching through Andy's videos and I have to say that this is the kind of stuff that lets me know that thre is uniquity with the acoustic world. Very relaxing and easy listening, the kind of stuff that I can fall asleep to.
i've had this song stuck in my head for 3 days now! especially the part starting at 2:35. this is my first new music that i found on youtube. amazing playing and very catchy tune. now i have something else to start saving for =D if anyone wants to donate a harp guitar, let me know!
This is the best guitar i have heard on you tube so far, i wish i could buy your album and learn it all :d as is im gonna leave a day so i can sit and learn this one its beautiful. Peace & Hugs Brian
That was superior! I love the way he does that funky bass groove about half way through. I always thought of harp guitars as just drone bass notes, but he took it somewhere else.
I can't describe it in another way but AMAZING I never heard of that... hummm.... "thing to make music" All toghether the instrument itself, the sound and the song itself are incredidle. I liked it a lot. It's cool to see not everything is lost here in youtube.
great stuff = one of the best for my taste.Andy you're awesome.I bow to you. Is there any chance of you releasing a vinyl record? If there is I will buy it first :) keep on guitar harping,and all the best in new year. peace
Dude, this guy is just insane with the guitar. If I could have a choice of any mentor to teach how to play, it would most definitely be this guy. His skills are flawless and clean. Props man, mad props. Keep doin' what you do. Always pursue your passion no matter how far the light seems to be away. Strive through and ultimately, you will always be the victor. My bad for the poetic lines. Peace guys. =P
i´m always smiling while listening to your songs...great job! i really do love his music!(hope everyone excuses my eventually grammar mistakes it´s not my mothertongue, i´m from germany ^_^)
Not many people seem to be astonished by this song as apposed to drifting. Which seems odd to me. Personally I think this is one of the greatest soul played songs I have seen. Great technique unbelievable soul.
I am 46 years old. I hunt, train dogs, kayak and would generally be considered the macho-type. I have been listening to your videos for half a hour or so and they are so beautiful I get weepy. You are not just a talent, you are in love with your music.
I'm 40. I'll never play like this. But perhaps my son....
Watched this the other day and went straight to iTunes to get the album. It made the drive to work looking out over the Oslo fjord a pleasure rather than a commute.
Thank you Andy McKee.
This song felt like it dragged me deep into the ocean and showed me the harmony of life.
i have listend to this song way over 100 times now , i just cant get enough of it, andy you are so awesome, lol come play at my school!!!
i have heard this song about a million times, and i still love it. andy is such a great player, the best ive ever seen!!!!
Andy I was in a bad mood when I woke up this morning. I bookmarked this video as therapy a long time ago. Thanks for changing my mood! Now I can venture out and deal with people today.
this is the most beautiful song i have ever heard. the melody is divine.
I love his playing so much, man. You never have enough Andy McKee...
wow. The guitar playing is incredible, the songwriting is deeply moving. Every song I listen to by andy brings tears to my eyes. I don't know what to say. It is great to see these candyrat people approaching music from such a new and different angle and pushing the boundaries of what a guitar can do.
I've watched this video at least a hundred times already and it's still unbelievable. This dude is a one man band...bass, drums, & lead/rythm guitar all in one. Thanks again Andy for the new found inspiration.
The composition, the musicianship, the instrument, its just something way out there and such a pleasure to listen to.
his guitar is wicked crazy. Much respect for your wonderful songs and the creator of 'em all.
if you can play the music that you want to play that easily, you are the happiest person in the world...
love for andy
Iam completely blown away from this beautiful sound dancing through my ears.
Truely amazing work Andy
One man band!
This dudes tunes are EPIC! Can listen all day to this stuff.
the most complex and beautiful song i think i have ever heard. I used to think cavatina was something to aspire to but this just takes playing to a new level and dimension i never new existed. Of all your songs i find this the most mesmerizing and beautiful. You have an amazing and priceless talent and i thank you for sharing it with us
What a great groove! Amazing! I wanna dance on it! But I think you don't wanna see that!
Antoine Dufour
I really thought that when Michael Hedges left this planet I wouldn't get to see/hear that kind of talent again, except for his recordings.
I saw him play live twice and he just blew my mind both times!
I'm so glad that I was wrong! You have just as much to offer :) as he did and that's coming from a fellow musician and songwriter!
Thank You for being you!
Love and regards, Marni
This just makes you see the world in perspective, not everything is as bad as it seems. On any day andy just motivates me, he just does a great job.
He tells you something with chords not with words.
Again, thanks for your talent and inspiration Andy! Your skills with that harp guitar are amazing.
straordinario. una delle migliori colonne sonore dei miei ricordi più magici. l'avessi ascoltata 20 o 30 anni fa sarei uscito di testa...
Andy, saw you in toronto in november with don ross and became an instant fan. One word to describe your music: sublime!
Amen millwallwill. You said it all right there brother. ...and thanks again Andy. I take my laptop everywhere I travel and show your amazing talent to everyone I know. The music that comes out of your guitars is like gospel & I gotta spread the word!
...just dropping by for my daily viewing... =oD
Makes me very relaxed. I could go to sleep listening to this. Go to sleep in a good way.
Probably the single most outstanding piece of guitar music i've ever heard.
Well this is one of my new favs from Andy Mckee! That harp guitar is very nice in the hands of a true artist.
Words fail...It is on a level above the significances which describe the ordinary expected occurences of everyday existence. Beauty.Aesthetics.Yes,but with such PURITY (!) and to just create it with such apparent effortlessness...WHEW! Thank you for it,Andy.
Tbh..This. Is. Originality at its finest.
It just sets off the most serene and calm vibes. :D
Am i the only one who got chills form this...
inspiration.
man.. you're a one man band. And I must say, that is one band who plays beautiful music!! Love you style, love your songs, love everything about all of your songs!
Fantastic, i saw ALL his videos, is amazing!!! How can someone play an instrument so good like that? A true master!
mano ... quanta emoção numa música! ... Toco na alma !!!
Not just one recent comment...all from 14 years ago & so 😂...it deserves a new applause 👏
Traumhaft schön! Danke für diese Musik!
I have been playing guitar for 13 years now, I could never hope to be this good.
Thats some really beautiful music there. I really like halfway through when you change pace from sad to happier. It sounds awesome when you play the bassline on the harp strings and the melody simultaneously.
absolute beast and superb musician ... never found anything at your level mate , love you
My favorite tune from Andy. That last chord is perfect.
you are absolutely amazing. my definite favorite musician.
This is UNHEARD of! Andy McKee has transformed an instrument generations old which i truly believe has waited for HIM to come along and the scary part is..he's only 26 years old and started playing at 13. Ask yourself if his music evokes every emotion of a human being. Ask yourself what a feeling it would be to go anywhere in the world and be considered timeless. Close your eyes and let your imagination soar. If you ask how music can inspire change in life...listen to every song he plays.
The best I´ve ever heard from a harp guitar. Excellent!
I'm completely addicted to this guy now. I love the part that starts about halfway through, so good!
it takes a natural talent and ability, but also deeply rooted love of what you do to pull off something like this. you are truly gifted, bro, keep it up.
your music has changed my life, thank you so much!!!
music isnt exactly my area of expertise but your son definately creates music that touches people. just read these comments. you must be very proud. and im bettin you are a pretty awsome mom. :)
I have to say Andy, I've been watching a lot of your videos recently and they're all amazing. I'm a guitarist myself although I play mostly classical music. I am however a big fan of fingerstlye guitar and it's music like yours that reminds of just why it is I like it so much. Keep the songs coming man, I love them.
Total dedication and complete understanding of the final composition. Well done!
This is the bomb, Andy.
I wanna see you play live!
Andy is Da Man. Go see him live, and watch him alternate tune his guitar while telling stories. Worth the ticket all on it's own.
WOW! I'm very impressed. That's major props Andy from 1 musician to another. You just gained 1 more fan.
haha just incredible music!!!from 2:12 to 2:35 its like you're leaving this world and after you're in another one!
another wonderful song from Andy!
that's amazing I love in the middle when you do two separate melodies
this guy should be more well known. just shows how cruel the music business is. He is one of the most original guitarists I've ever hear
...You truly are an amazing musician
wow. Andy, your skill blows my mind.
this is incredible. Keep doing what you're doing! Great talent.
luuv it i just think this guy is amazing i keep listenin to his music its so relaxing ^^
Michael is smiling down on you Andy, you keep playin my friend, don't ever stop
very nice, this deserves to be heard by everyone
Love the dreamy-ness of it! The harp guitar is fascinating. Heard Stephen Bennet at Artisan Guitars near Nashville. Your right up there with him in feel and touch. Way to go!
I just want to say: Thank You! Keep your magic...
Jedyne co nas dotyka, to zaszczyt słuchania tych dźwięków, ale co ten człowiek ma w głowie, jest poza naszą wyobraźnią.
Absolutely beautiful. You truely are a harp guitar master.
WOW simply beautiful man
Wonderful stuff Andy...luv ya man!
i cant help but cry.....ill never be this good
Somehow it keeps getting better each time I hear it.
Andy, this is just off the charts. It makes me want to sell everything I own and buy a harp guitar just so I can to learn it. Stunning, absolutely stunning.
I used to think of myself as a guitar player but after seeing your video, I'm not worthy to carry your guitar case. I think I'll just go chop my guitar up for firewood. Absolute genius! Thank you for sharing your gift.
Andy McKee uses Ernie Ball guitar strings and Shubb Capos. Buy them both at www.candyrat.com/stringsandthings/
Awesome very creative and inspiring, makes me want to pick up my accoustic again and get playin :)
amazing, beautiful, perfect....
Andy does indeed have a CD, check out the directors profile theres a link to his cd in there. I just purchased a copy myself after watching through Andy's videos and I have to say that this is the kind of stuff that lets me know that thre is uniquity with the acoustic world. Very relaxing and easy listening, the kind of stuff that I can fall asleep to.
what an amasing musician.i'm keeping my eye on this guy.
i'm lost in this beautiful music
i've had this song stuck in my head for 3 days now! especially the part starting at 2:35. this is my first new music that i found on youtube. amazing playing and very catchy tune. now i have something else to start saving for =D if anyone wants to donate a harp guitar, let me know!
This is the best guitar i have heard on you tube so far, i wish i could buy your album and learn it all :d as is im gonna leave a day so i can sit and learn this one its beautiful.
Peace & Hugs
Brian
Wow. That was beautiful.
love the tune.. thank you
aaannddd we get a cd how? Andy is awesome. he really puts his soul into his music, which is refreshing. you can see how he connects to the vibe.
Very smooth, sweet music..
Woah... Completely, absolutely amazing.
This is the kind of talent that can't really be learned. Andy was most is a guitar god from birth...they are rare but an amazing breed. Awesome!
That was superior! I love the way he does that funky bass groove about half way through. I always thought of harp guitars as just drone bass notes, but he took it somewhere else.
that was beautiful man. really. i agree completely.
Thank you. This is now in Favorites !
ANOTHER WORK OF ART really like this one . :)
I can't describe it in another way but AMAZING
I never heard of that... hummm.... "thing to make music"
All toghether the instrument itself, the sound and the song itself are incredidle. I liked it a lot.
It's cool to see not everything is lost here in youtube.
great stuff = one of the best for my taste.Andy you're awesome.I bow to you.
Is there any chance of you releasing a vinyl record?
If there is I will buy it first :)
keep on guitar harping,and all the best in new year.
peace
beautiful, loved it
i still love this song.
Nice acknowledgement! You have genius inside you also.
Dude, this guy is just insane with the guitar. If I could have a choice of any mentor to teach how to play, it would most definitely be this guy. His skills are flawless and clean. Props man, mad props. Keep doin' what you do. Always pursue your passion no matter how far the light seems to be away. Strive through and ultimately, you will always be the victor. My bad for the poetic lines. Peace guys. =P
MORE..MORE & MORE please..........
i´m always smiling while listening to your songs...great job! i really do love his music!(hope everyone excuses my eventually grammar mistakes it´s not my mothertongue, i´m from germany ^_^)
Not many people seem to be astonished by this song as apposed to drifting. Which seems odd to me. Personally I think this is one of the greatest soul played songs I have seen. Great technique unbelievable soul.
Soooo Cooooooool !
Beautiful
This is what youtube is about, i would never know this instrument let alone this music existed if this site didnt exist!
truly awesome!