Huge influence on my guitar playing. I first saw Feelgood at Walthamstow town hall. To say that gig had a effect upon me is an understatement. I went home and practiced and played until I could play all his riffs and adopted his lead/rhythm style. I followed him after he split from the Feelgoods to some crappy places with small audiences and saw him just a few months ago. A unique and brilliant guitar player and showman. Also - something that is often overlooked - a wonderful songwriter. Bless you, Wilko, and thank you for some of the greatest times of my life.
Your video made me feel sad l only Saw Wilcox twice once with Dr Feelgood 75 then in a pub in Watford The Horns l know what it is like to be excommunicated terrible feeling l used to work for Davy o list now doesn't want to know me l did nothing wrong.
Thank you Jim for sharing your memories of Wilko Johnson, I would always remember Wilko for his Beatle like wavy brown hairstyle 💇♂️ which constantly flops about whenever he turns his head round, the way he twisted his head like a paranoid speed maniac almost 😅 every second, his wide eyes 👀, his daring facial expressions, slim frame, dressed in black, and crazy 😜 weird but cool 👌 dance/movement he did while with his guitar. Chuck Berry had the Duck 🦆 walk but Wilko had he’s own funny little dance he would do while playing his guitar, he always use to do these jerky movements, running 🏃 around erratically as if he was suffering from a seizure. It was as if he was a mix between a comic book 📕 character, a horror film 🎦 character and ghoulish figure that has come to life and decided to play on stage (especially when he became bald later in life, which I thought looked much better on him.) He was so cool, he was so edgy, so wacky, Wilko really did draw and demanded attention from his audience and it worked both with his image and music. And let’s not forget his name as well Wilko Johnson was actually born John Wilkinson but had his own name reversed and made it into his stage name, that’s pretty cool. RIP Wilko.
Hadn't realised he'd died. Saw Dr Feelgood a number of times and they were never less than brilliant. Wilko was brilliant but clearly high maintenance and, like many talented musicians, best admired from afar.
Wilko was a real visionary in many ways but was also very inflexible: which was probably for the best (for him) overall. For me, the sad thing was, he seemed to lose his creative drive when Irene died and all his best songs were written in his 20s. Still, he remained a powerhouse onstage to the very end…
Apart from his unique style of rhythm his manic style of playing lead was brilliant too The two solos in Route 66 spring to mind ...But i remember the first time I saw him and the way he strutted the stage with the wild eyes of a mad man ...What can I say lol RIP to a man who really did do it his way .
@GilbertFerrol - Of course you're right, although for Route 66 the praise should go to The Rolling Stones, whose version set the tone for the Feelgoods one, guitar solos included...
Sad to hear about Wilko. He had a wonderful and edgy stage presence and was one of the most inventive, unusual and coolest looking guitarists of the 70s.
I think he did it twice and I was there both times. Drogheda was one of our favourite gigs on every Irish we did back then and we were taught how to pronounce the name by the night Porter at our hotel, who used to make us Irish coffees when we got back. I'd guess it was 1985 and 1987. Cheers!
RIP WIlco, Yeah the mid seventies needed something different and the original band with Wilco and Lee in it became it. Delivery was key and flipped on its head, outdated clothes that unwittingly gave the appearance of a cross between squaddies on leave and some mystic club that once was but not now. The crumpled suit idea straight from the Howlin Wolf school of music, Wilco's unique approach which thousands tried to copy but didn't get it. it finally emerges in attitude would you believe in punk.
Watched you with awe with Doctor Feelgood and The Blockheads you were a big part of the sound track of my life. See you in the morning down by the jetty
R.I.P. to Maestro Wilko Johnson. He was truly one of the unique, visionary guitarists in Rock N Roll. Wilko Johnson was such an icon with Teddy Boys, Mods, Skinheads, Punks, New Wavers. Wilko was not only a brilliant musician, also, he was a Literary & Scientific Scholar. This man was an original. Wilko Johnson is such a underrated guitarist. He should be definitely put up their with the great British Guitarists i.e. Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Dave Davies, Tony McPhee, John McLaughlin, Ritchie Blackmore, Pete Townshend, Mick Taylor, Peter Greene, Martin Barre, Tony Iommi, Alvin Lee, Fast Eddie Clarke.
Yes, Wilko was a wonderful and innovative guitarist who genuinely influenced a generation. I like that you have included some other unsung heroes in your list: Tony McPhee, for example is vastly underrated and few will even be aware of the great Mick Clarke!
I saw Wilco and Dr. Feelgood at Coliston Hall Bristol, great music; the backing band was Mink Deville, I wonder how many other groups would have been brave enough to have Mink Deville as a backing band. It's was the first time that in all the concerts I went to, without a section of the audience shouting for the backing band to get loss and bring on the main act. Wilco was very entertaining, and I wondered why his fingers weren't dripping in blood at the end. Both Wilco and Willie Deville went too soon, but what great memories.
Wilko certainly thought there was a chance of it back in the 1980s and would talk about his love-hate relationship with the refinery. I can’t vouch for his opinions since getting it himself.,.
This is a real Downer......nothing much else you can say? Have only just got this info from you on utube Jim and as yet have no details.....I knew him and Irene also R.I.P. Wilko !!!
The video recounts some of my experiences with Wilko and was made on the day I heard about his death. I obviously don't want to upset anybody who may be grieving but at the same time I want to stay truthful. It's more of a memoir than a news item...
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I made a more biographical video about Wilko and Dr Feelgood in 2021 you may want t watch: ruclips.net/video/JMmtZgYOY9M/видео.html
Loved the wilko stories. Cheers 😊
Glad you like them!
My Son met Wilko many times since he was 4 years old and was his inspiration. 15 years old now and is a superb guitarist. Thanks Wilko and RIP.
Wilko was very good with my son when he was young, too.
Huge influence on my guitar playing. I first saw Feelgood at Walthamstow town hall. To say that gig had a effect upon me is an understatement. I went home and practiced and played until I could play all his riffs and adopted his lead/rhythm style. I followed him after he split from the Feelgoods to some crappy places with small audiences and saw him just a few months ago. A unique and brilliant guitar player and showman. Also - something that is often overlooked - a wonderful songwriter. Bless you, Wilko, and thank you for some of the greatest times of my life.
Wilko was hugely influential on generations of musicians: he'll be missed.
RIP Wilko An absolute legend 🙏 You certainly left your mark on this world !
Your video made me feel sad l only Saw Wilcox twice once with Dr Feelgood 75 then in a pub in Watford The Horns l know what it is like to be excommunicated terrible feeling l used to work for Davy o list now doesn't want to know me l did nothing wrong.
Musicians are a funny lot: I think they spend too much time sitting around thinking - or maybe they’re not doing enough thinking. Who knows?!😀 Cheers!
I am sad to hear Wilko died.Very good guitar player,he was one of my idols.R.I.P
Sad that he's gone for sure. We'll never see his like again…
The world is emptier with his passing. Rest in Peace, Wilko, you were special.
RIP Wilko.
Thank you Jim for sharing your memories of Wilko Johnson, I would always remember Wilko for his Beatle like wavy brown hairstyle 💇♂️ which constantly flops about whenever he turns his head round, the way he twisted his head like a paranoid speed maniac almost 😅 every second, his wide eyes 👀, his daring facial expressions, slim frame, dressed in black, and crazy 😜 weird but cool 👌 dance/movement he did while with his guitar. Chuck Berry had the Duck 🦆 walk but Wilko had he’s own funny little dance he would do while playing his guitar, he always use to do these jerky movements, running 🏃 around erratically as if he was suffering from a seizure. It was as if he was a mix between a comic book 📕 character, a horror film 🎦 character and ghoulish figure that has come to life and decided to play on stage (especially when he became bald later in life, which I thought looked much better on him.) He was so cool, he was so edgy, so wacky, Wilko really did draw and demanded attention from his audience and it worked both with his image and music. And let’s not forget his name as well Wilko Johnson was actually born John Wilkinson but had his own name reversed and made it into his stage name, that’s pretty cool. RIP Wilko.
Rip wilko so sad your gone. Thanks for all the years of entertainment. Only saw him last earlier this year
Wilko lived an amazing life and will be missed!
Seeing this guy in tiny venues at least a dozen times in the last 25 years I think I was lucky.
Indeed: I still think Wilko was way better in a small, cramped, sweaty venue…
Hadn't realised he'd died. Saw Dr Feelgood a number of times and they were never less than brilliant. Wilko was brilliant but clearly high maintenance and, like many talented musicians, best admired from afar.
Wilko was a real visionary in many ways but was also very inflexible: which was probably for the best (for him) overall. For me, the sad thing was, he seemed to lose his creative drive when Irene died and all his best songs were written in his 20s. Still, he remained a powerhouse onstage to the very end…
Apart from his unique style of rhythm his manic style of playing lead was brilliant too The two solos in Route 66 spring to mind ...But i remember the first time I saw him and the way he strutted the stage with the wild eyes of a mad man ...What can I say lol RIP to a man who really did do it his way .
I can remember the first time I saw Dr Feelgood: mind-blowing!
@GilbertFerrol - Of course you're right, although for Route 66 the praise should go to The Rolling Stones, whose version set the tone for the Feelgoods one, guitar solos included...
Sad to hear about Wilko. He had a wonderful and edgy stage presence and was one of the most inventive, unusual and coolest looking guitarists of the 70s.
One of a kind. RIP.
Just heard the bad news from BBC News. Sad day. RIP Wilko. Unlike most of us, you'll not be forgotten.
Wilko certainly earned a place in history…
I bought a copy of Going Back Home just a couple of weeks ago.
Good on ya mate! What memories! Miss ole Wilko...should known you worked with him.
Thanks: I appreciate the kind words. Please keep watching: plenty more to come (hopefully(!
Wilko played my home town, The Boxing Club Drogheda... mid 80s I'm guessing. Rest in Peace Wilko.
I think he did it twice and I was there both times. Drogheda was one of our favourite gigs on every Irish we did back then and we were taught how to pronounce the name by the night Porter at our hotel, who used to make us Irish coffees when we got back. I'd guess it was 1985 and 1987.
Cheers!
Just listened to Wilko and Roger today.. dang it... loved his sound
Yes! For some reason, I never took to that combination. I suppose I was so used to Wilko's vocals…
Superb guitarist,what an Inspiration,absolutely unique,love you Wilko,say Howdo to Lee,R.I.P. 💔💔❤️❤️
RIP Wilko.
really enjoyed this video, RIP Wilko
Thanks, I appreciate it. RIP Wilko x
God rest your soul Wilko , really sad news , thankyou for the music and wonderful memories ❤❤ safe travels, RIP
RIP Wilko
RIP WIlco, Yeah the mid seventies needed something different and the original band with Wilco and Lee in it became it. Delivery was key and flipped on its head, outdated clothes that unwittingly gave the appearance of a cross between squaddies on leave and some mystic club that once was but not now.
The crumpled suit idea straight from the Howlin Wolf school of music, Wilco's unique approach which thousands tried to copy but didn't get it. it finally emerges in attitude would you believe in punk.
Lots of what you say makes perfect sense. Thanks!
Rest in Peace, Johnson. You were an excellent King's Justice.
Indeed he was. Not too shabby on the Telecaster, either… 😀
Watched you with awe with Doctor Feelgood and The Blockheads you were a big part of the sound track of my life.
See you in the morning down by the jetty
In many ways, I think Wilko may be at peace now.
Очень жаль,когда уходят великие люди.
It is a shame when great people pass away. Thank you for your comment…
I saw him 4 times and he was fuckin amazing
Wilko was a great performer and hugely influential. I didn't dwell on that much n the video because I thought it kind of went without saying…
RIP 🙏 wilco Johnson A other legend gone 😢🎤🎸.
R.I.P. to Maestro Wilko Johnson. He was truly one of the unique, visionary guitarists in Rock N Roll. Wilko Johnson was such an icon with Teddy Boys, Mods, Skinheads, Punks, New Wavers. Wilko was not only a brilliant musician, also, he was a Literary & Scientific Scholar. This man was an original. Wilko Johnson is such a underrated guitarist. He should be definitely put up their with the great British Guitarists i.e. Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Dave Davies, Tony McPhee, John McLaughlin, Ritchie Blackmore, Pete Townshend, Mick Taylor, Peter Greene, Martin Barre, Tony Iommi, Alvin Lee, Fast Eddie Clarke.
Yes, Wilko was a wonderful and innovative guitarist who genuinely influenced a generation. I like that you have included some other unsung heroes in your list: Tony McPhee, for example is vastly underrated and few will even be aware of the great Mick Clarke!
I saw Wilco and Dr. Feelgood at Coliston Hall Bristol, great music; the backing band was Mink Deville, I wonder how many other groups would have been brave enough to have Mink Deville as a backing band. It's was the first time that in all the concerts I went to, without a section of the audience shouting for the backing band to get loss and bring on the main act. Wilco was very entertaining, and I wondered why his fingers weren't dripping in blood at the end. Both Wilco and Willie Deville went too soon, but what great memories.
Yes, I was a big fan of both bands back in the day…
Nice one Jim.
Many thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
RIP Wilco.
I wonder if there’s a link between the Canvey Island refinery and cancer among residents.
Wilko certainly thought there was a chance of it back in the 1980s and would talk about his love-hate relationship with the refinery. I can’t vouch for his opinions since getting it himself.,.
What a pity.
Indeed: RIP Wilko Johnson.
6:43 - 1977 not 1976...
You're right, April 1977 not 1976: thanks!
This is a real Downer......nothing much else you can say? Have only just got this info from you on utube Jim and as yet have no details.....I knew him and Irene also R.I.P. Wilko !!!
The video recounts some of my experiences with Wilko and was made on the day I heard about his death. I obviously don't want to upset anybody who may be grieving but at the same time I want to stay truthful. It's more of a memoir than a news item...
I lost my father to this disease.
Sorry to hear that.
Amazing guy,he fought it ffs.
RIP
what a guy rip big man
RIP Wilko Johnson.