"Meditation" - Cory Wong (Live @ Brooklyn Steel FEB 2022)

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  • Опубліковано 7 сер 2022
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    BAND:
    Cory Wong - guitar
    Sonny T - bass
    Kevin Gastonguay - keys
    Petar Janjic - drums
    Nêgah Santos - percussion
    Eddie Barbash - alto sax, soprano sax
    Kenni Holmen - tenor sax, soprano sax, flute
    Sam Greenfield - bari sax, bass clarinet
    Jay Webb - trumpet, flugelhorn
    Michael Nelson - trombone
    FOH Engineer - Parker Knight
    Mix - John Fields and Cory Wong
    Videographer - Michael Bowden
    Thumbnail Photo - Em Walis

КОМЕНТАРІ • 216

  • @Gaz_K
    @Gaz_K Рік тому +133

    The way that Kevin G builds that beautiful solo, and the chords he passes through... absolute masterclass

    • @mooncorp212
      @mooncorp212 Рік тому +3

      I can hear japaneese inspirations there. And also 90's acid jazz stuff (ala Incognito).

    • @benedekfulop6637
      @benedekfulop6637 Рік тому +1

      J

    • @ericgelders
      @ericgelders Рік тому +2

      @@mooncorp212 Yes, delicate melodic progressions and also a jazzy groove - amazing.

  • @ExtraFancy96
    @ExtraFancy96 Рік тому +65

    I maintain this is one of the prettiest guitar parts in any song, feels like it has so much emotion behind it

  • @skierpage
    @skierpage Рік тому +70

    One of the best performances from Kevin Gastonguay and the Gastonguaynotes ever 🎹! And the guitarist opener was good too.

  • @abnzg
    @abnzg Рік тому +45

    so nice to have a highquality recording of this arrangement without a bunch of fratboy dudebros yelling "DEAN TOWN" over the top. Magical.

    • @petershulman4024
      @petershulman4024 Рік тому +1

      no one should have a noise to make other than the band on this one--just a gift.

    • @maxfotoalbum243
      @maxfotoalbum243 16 днів тому

      @@petershulman4024 imagine noise at a concert

  • @Dweezil1996
    @Dweezil1996 Рік тому +80

    Holy shit Kevin is a god... Dude takes some CHANCES -- he got himself out of a lot of daring shit in this solo -- absolutely gorgeous man

    • @waki8893
      @waki8893 Рік тому +8

      HARMONIC CHANCES

    • @AlmostEthical
      @AlmostEthical Рік тому +1

      He used harmony to manipulate tension and release very satisfyingly

  • @psychoticmann9237
    @psychoticmann9237 Рік тому +21

    The way that organ blends with the guitar reverb 😮‍💨👌🏼

    • @Mysimplebehringerxr18ideas38
      @Mysimplebehringerxr18ideas38 10 місяців тому

      😢😢😢😢 please let's shed dem tears together on this. Ha.. too beautiful music ❤

  • @MHan-sk8dl
    @MHan-sk8dl 7 місяців тому +4

    This song is like a prayer thats just checking in to give thanks.

    • @EvilSean62
      @EvilSean62 Місяць тому

      im not signed in to the book of whatever but yes !!!
      its like a missive to an unregistered spiritual base ?
      an prayer to and for just being and having a thing

  • @JomezPro
    @JomezPro Рік тому +64

    This is one of the best arrangements of Meditation you've ever done! Looking forward to the next time we meet again 🥏🎸🔥

    • @bellchattin
      @bellchattin Рік тому +3

      Hey jomeez

    • @rja861
      @rja861 Рік тому +7

      Still my favorite cross over of people meeting

    • @shellim6564
      @shellim6564 Рік тому +2

      @@rja861 riight! wish there was vinyl of this album

  • @andrewnicon
    @andrewnicon Рік тому +50

    I haven't seen Cory play lead like that much, it sounds great.

  • @ddavidjeremy
    @ddavidjeremy 2 місяці тому +2

    Man, what a beautiful performance. Gave me the feelies multiple times.

  • @pavkata97
    @pavkata97 Рік тому +16

    The piano at the end - so much colors! Oh my god 🙏 💕 😍

    • @ericgelders
      @ericgelders Рік тому

      You ARE right - delicate, melodic and with hints of jazzy grooves, achingly beautiful!

  • @subliminallabs
    @subliminallabs Рік тому +13

    Corey shreds and all but that piano piece at the end... HOLY HELL!

  • @addison6095
    @addison6095 Рік тому +10

    Every now and again I’ll wake up with the most beautiful melody rolling around in my ears and think excitedly to myself, “what a beautiful song this could be!” And a few minutes into fleshing it out on guitar or bass I realize I just woke up with Meditation stuck in my head.
    This song is a dream, thank you for sharing it with us all.

  • @Crentist
    @Crentist Рік тому +9

    KG really is a monster

  • @ClockworkDave
    @ClockworkDave Рік тому +14

    Kevin getting his time to shine, beautiful stuff.

  • @compdrummer10
    @compdrummer10 Рік тому +8

    Kevin took us on a journey at the end there, and I will never be the same because of it. Thank you to the whole band for constantly reminding me why we all play music in the first place.

  • @nathanminert3119
    @nathanminert3119 Рік тому +32

    KEVIN!!!!! YES!!!!!!! That was so beautiful. Cory I loved your solo too 😘 So well played by the entire group. Thanks so much for doing what you do. K I'm just gonna go cry for a little bit now. Love you guys 💛

  • @tomlupton3975
    @tomlupton3975 Рік тому +16

    Bravo -- I haven't felt like that about a song since I heard Cliffs of Dover for the first time. You really pulled me in!

    • @ericgelders
      @ericgelders Рік тому

      Nice reference there ✌! Can understand where that comes from.

  • @adm_ezri
    @adm_ezri Рік тому +19

    this track imo is the GOAT ngl, was amazing to hear live in Manchester, thanks for uploading another live performance of it

    • @maxhowlett9661
      @maxhowlett9661 Рік тому +1

      Hell yeah dude. I was at the manchester gig too and this track totally swept me away

  • @gentil_batard_
    @gentil_batard_ Рік тому +5

    don't stop the wong !

  • @TheStardustConspiracy
    @TheStardustConspiracy Рік тому +15

    Man you guys make your live concerts worth every penny!

  • @dtblodge
    @dtblodge 2 місяці тому +1

    Was at this show with a friend and I remember looking at her after KG wrapped up and both of us had our mouths hanging open. One of the best concert moments I’ve ever experienced. I was thrilled to see he posted nearly the whole show (all amazing), and I keep coming back to relive this moment. Still get chills - thanks Cory and Kevin!!

  • @theangryaccountant0
    @theangryaccountant0 Рік тому +11

    Wow - Cory's spectacular as per usual, but Kevin's solo. Dayam!

  • @talmagerichardson5575
    @talmagerichardson5575 Рік тому +5

    This is the song that turned me on to Cory Wong. It's been an enjoyable year and a half since. Excited to see him (again) in a couple weeks in Vegas!!!

  • @556musicman
    @556musicman Рік тому +7

    Every time.... every time I think I can't love Cory and this band any more. And then something else drops, and I am taken on another emotional rollercoastef and have a new favorite... until the next piece drops. Gah. Love this stuff. Everything Cory puts out just hits me right in the soul.

  • @peaelare
    @peaelare Рік тому +6

    When this was played in Dallas last November, it was a spiritual experience. What a journey it took in the few months following! That piano solo…geez!

  • @KuuchWizard
    @KuuchWizard Рік тому +8

    That percussive rhythmic playing at the start really gets me goin

    • @JuanGarcia-ds4sl
      @JuanGarcia-ds4sl Рік тому

      it reminded me of his collab with neural dsp SUNSET

    • @KuuchWizard
      @KuuchWizard Рік тому +1

      @@JuanGarcia-ds4sl whoa, lmao, I’m gonna have to check that out!

    • @JuanGarcia-ds4sl
      @JuanGarcia-ds4sl Рік тому +1

      @@KuuchWizard yea, he played along with tim henson from polyphia and plini

    • @GuyWhoLikesTheSnarkies1435
      @GuyWhoLikesTheSnarkies1435 Рік тому

      @@JuanGarcia-ds4sl It's his signature lick or motif, just like Plini's!

  • @sazwell
    @sazwell 3 місяці тому +1

    Cory in Manchester was being thoroughly upstaged by his band members most of the show. Which was awesome to see, everyone had their time to shine. Then he pulls this out towards the end for his own moment of glory and honestly, that whole show will stick with me forever

    • @EvilSean62
      @EvilSean62 Місяць тому

      saw in glasgow ... vincen ... ffs the horn section
      i really liked the amount of subwoofer they allocated to the drums...it was proper

  • @stefanoioele
    @stefanoioele Рік тому +4

    I am looping Kevin's solo. It was a full immersion wow, felt like it took us for a long swim through the oceans ... wow!

  • @Philtoid
    @Philtoid Рік тому +4

    He doesnt always shred,but when he does, its massive. Need to catch you dudes live

  • @markshepardsongs
    @markshepardsongs Рік тому +7

    EVEN better than the one on the boat! just transformative, transfixing and transitionally brilliant!

  • @cmaxi
    @cmaxi Місяць тому +1

    One of the most beautiful things I have ever seen!!! Come to Vancouver Canada Cory!

  • @tomylucadamo
    @tomylucadamo Рік тому +1

    Kevin, oh my god!
    Insane! DEFORMEEEEEEEEEEEEE
    🤯🤯🤯

  • @jaramemitchell6383
    @jaramemitchell6383 Рік тому +4

    I’ve listened to A LOT of Wong and I think this is far and away my fav performance

  • @halfwaythere333
    @halfwaythere333 Рік тому +4

    This tour at First Ave was legendary and one of the best musical experiences I’ve ever seen/heard. Thanks Cory and crew!

  • @sethutkc350
    @sethutkc350 Рік тому +1

    KG!!!!!!!

  • @Boris_Chang
    @Boris_Chang 8 місяців тому

    Absolutely beautiful.

  • @davekunk
    @davekunk Рік тому +3

    One of my favorite songs from Cory.

  • @seanhollandcanada
    @seanhollandcanada Рік тому +4

    Pat Methey:Lyle Mayes......Cory Wong:Kevin Gastonguay

  • @petermarshall4620
    @petermarshall4620 Рік тому +2

    Dang!!! So good...
    and yeah, love the lead too.
    Music can save the world...

  • @nathanwilliams4974
    @nathanwilliams4974 Рік тому +7

    Man Cory, you guys put on such an amazing level of musicianship with everything you release. My uncle died a year and a half ago and I really wish I had discovered you before then to show him your music. He was a musician all his life and would have absolutely loved what you guys do.
    Keep doing what you guys love, it's clearly working.

  • @headcasechris
    @headcasechris Рік тому +1

    Man Kevin's solo put a huge smile on my face this morning - incredible!

  • @magtea3836
    @magtea3836 Рік тому +1

    Glad I was there

  • @kelli3585202
    @kelli3585202 Рік тому +5

    Love it! You are amazing, Cory! I love the piano part at the end a lot too. So amazing all around!

  • @carloshenriquedasilvateles231
    @carloshenriquedasilvateles231 10 місяців тому

    Yesssssssssssss

  • @kristhomas7481
    @kristhomas7481 Рік тому +1

    Keep coming back for more. Good lord this is sweet as nectar.

  • @herculesrockafeller
    @herculesrockafeller Рік тому +3

    My favourite song of yours!

  • @AutobahnSHO
    @AutobahnSHO Рік тому +1

    I can only imagine practice times are the most fun, most enjoyable times ever!!!! Thank you ALL for your enjoyment of music and sharing it with us!

  • @henrypowers8326
    @henrypowers8326 Рік тому +4

    I am literally in this video someone stole my catalytic converters during this show 😭

  • @robertv9448
    @robertv9448 4 місяці тому

    Love Kevin's keyboard work. His melodies build tension, then release beautifully!

  • @shabzstarchintu1211
    @shabzstarchintu1211 Рік тому +1

    What an experience i just had wow

  • @ericgelders
    @ericgelders Рік тому +1

    Talking 'bout a soundscape, this is it, as if the song says "Gimme your hand..." taking me as a listener on a beautiful, deep trip - as the title so aptly suggests.

  • @solidgroundmusic
    @solidgroundmusic Рік тому +1

    Such beautiful strat tones. Many guitarists play strats but a select few truly allow the stratocaster to shine through in all its amazing sonic uniqueness and beauty. Cory wong is one of this type of Strat wielders for sure.

  • @martinherrera7991
    @martinherrera7991 Рік тому +1

    Kevin's solo god damn, tremendous

  • @mattromano404
    @mattromano404 Рік тому +1

    Damn it damn it damn it. Hopefully this is still evolving for winter 23!

  • @JohnLloydDavis
    @JohnLloydDavis 9 місяців тому

    Cory is one of my favourite guitar players of the last 5 years, very tasteful and such a great ear for tone.

  • @drkevinharts
    @drkevinharts Рік тому +1

    I love every performance of Meditation but this is my favorite!!!😊

  • @stefanchristoff1507
    @stefanchristoff1507 Рік тому

    Marvelous masters and masterpiece !

  • @platypusmusic8843
    @platypusmusic8843 Рік тому +1

    Kevin’s solo is on another level!

  • @crawfordcockers
    @crawfordcockers 10 місяців тому

    Dark shredding Cory Wong is incredible

  • @travisumbel6877
    @travisumbel6877 Рік тому +1

    I fucking love this song, but Kevin comes in to literally prove to everyone that he can mold this song into whatever he dang pleases.
    I hope everyone at this show appreciated the magic that happened right before there eyes :)

  • @krakenhawkstratdude204
    @krakenhawkstratdude204 Рік тому

    That’s how a Start should sound and be played. This guy is out of this world!

  • @Churchbass317
    @Churchbass317 Рік тому +1

    WOW! Had to play it over and over. This is now my favorite song. Thank you and thank you!

  • @BrandonMilner
    @BrandonMilner Рік тому

    I'm loving...you hear me? LOVING these new ambient jam parts in your songs. Takes them so much farther out and deeper. Wonderful.

  • @altangungor8957
    @altangungor8957 Рік тому

    Getting better 😉

  • @richardbethell5483
    @richardbethell5483 Рік тому

    A new era in guitar. Looks like the future is bright after all. Inspirational

  • @sm150662
    @sm150662 10 місяців тому

    Tout simplement extraordinaire !

  • @altred38
    @altred38 9 місяців тому

    Amazing 👏👏👏

  • @SeanHeissinger
    @SeanHeissinger Рік тому

    This guy has me spoiled on what live sound should feel like. Such an underrated producer/mixer

  • @hubertried19
    @hubertried19 Рік тому +1

    what a tone...

  • @markl2804
    @markl2804 Рік тому +2

    When the band comes in!! Wow!!!! 1:54

  • @guitarpicken7777
    @guitarpicken7777 Рік тому +1

    Best take of this song I have ever heard

  • @dinkelberchs3697
    @dinkelberchs3697 6 місяців тому

    I was tripping my ass off on mdma when this was played in berlin 2 months ago and I still haven't fully returned

  • @starbuk138
    @starbuk138 Рік тому

    THAT REVERB. Perfection.

  • @odeehoomes
    @odeehoomes Рік тому +1

    I remember watching this in London earlier this year, absolutely ethereal! Love your stuff Cory :)

  • @MrVinman711
    @MrVinman711 Рік тому +2

    You can learn a lot about guitar from Cory Wong

    • @robertv9448
      @robertv9448 4 місяці тому

      agree. He has a unique approach to the instrument. Brushing at the strings and other things he does. He's an innovator like Jeff Beck. This is a very beautiful melody.

  • @snoopy9330
    @snoopy9330 10 місяців тому

    Man, so cool what you are doing, pursue your path please

  • @nbalance5061
    @nbalance5061 Рік тому

    That beautiful solo Kevin...a meditation. Wow.

  • @jiriwiesner
    @jiriwiesner Рік тому

    I sometimes wish the members of this band were immortal to be with us forever and save the world with their music.

  • @ObraBass
    @ObraBass Рік тому +1

    This is worthy of The Prince 💜

  •  Рік тому +1

    Pero qué maravilla es esta? ❤ Gracias Cory por regalarnos esta joya musical. Dios salve a los wongnotes

  • @ChristopherKose
    @ChristopherKose Рік тому

    8:28 absolute heaven.

  • @ursusbachthaler566
    @ursusbachthaler566 9 місяців тому

    Wonderful :))

  • @secretreleases
    @secretreleases Рік тому

    Such a masterpiece.

  • @karenhillblom7131
    @karenhillblom7131 Рік тому

    Love, love, love

  • @jakethacker3724
    @jakethacker3724 Рік тому

    Just some of the most skilled stuff I have ever seen. It's folks like y'all that spark the desire for mastery.

  • @EmmanuelHouseofPrayer
    @EmmanuelHouseofPrayer Рік тому +1

    Dude!!!! Freakin amazing!!

  • @JasonMcNamara
    @JasonMcNamara Рік тому

    This video just goes to prove that a quality Videographer is just as important as any member of the band to help make the show amazing when watched back 🤘❤️🎥🤩

  • @willinwoods
    @willinwoods Рік тому

    Wow. Just... wow.

  • @lildigipoke
    @lildigipoke Рік тому

    Incredible watching this live. One performance I will never forget!

  • @Riccardo_Silva
    @Riccardo_Silva Рік тому +11

    1.54: what an incredible, beautiful chiming in of the Rhythm section! This is my next top entry in my playlist, along with Thundercat, Louis Cole/Knower, Cody Fry, Dirty Loops and, of course, many of Cory's tunes! And - geez, Sonny is so powerful (i'm a bassist too). So beautiful and flawless! Thank you so much!👍🏽👍🏻👍🏽 P.S. who said that great music belongs to the seventies?

    • @skierpage
      @skierpage Рік тому

      Nice list, I've got to know all of those in the last 3 years. Also Yvette Young and Covet, and Polyphia. So many good groups making good music.

    • @margix1172
      @margix1172 Рік тому

      Parcels Khruangbin Rayowa Cannons Chromeo ....but what is missing are great lead and background singers ( and possibly a better look!!! the 70's were great even for the best look of ANY era)

  • @mrjavram01
    @mrjavram01 Рік тому

    We neeeeeeeed meditation !!!!! A great song !!!!!!!

  • @ElliottHinds
    @ElliottHinds Рік тому

    👏👏👏

  • @Roestikrokette
    @Roestikrokette Рік тому

    very emotional! i even cry during listen! thanks a lot for this!

  • @joshuamullicanmusic7482
    @joshuamullicanmusic7482 Рік тому

    Accidentally got on the Wong train, but dude what a trip.

  • @alkingborn4620
    @alkingborn4620 Рік тому

    Cory, you & your band are simply phenomenal

  • @danobrien9925
    @danobrien9925 Рік тому

    Awesome ✨🙏

  • @donkingmamac9546
    @donkingmamac9546 Рік тому

    Love this song!

  • @CMarchesan
    @CMarchesan Рік тому

    What a wonderful clean Strat sound ! Love it !

  • @alexmcmurtrieSits
    @alexmcmurtrieSits Рік тому

    Too good!