@@DonGill-cu5mo It is the most fantastic version of Gentle on my Mind that Glen ever did!!! I wish he'd showed off his amazing talent on his albums and on his TV show.
Glen Campbell was the real deal. A real country boy. Grew up the son of a sharecropper in Arkansas picking cotton and working hard on the farm. He said he was inspired when he was young by the guitar playing of Django Reinhardt. I'm deeply amazed by Glen Campbell.
And then there's Chet Atkins, sitting politely, and quietly thinking, " childs play.". (He could play that at 10 years old, with his hands tied behind his back.) But I still like Glenn.
Imagine being in a room full of the absolute best musicians and singers in the world and making all their jaws drop with how good you are, without even breaking a sweat. That's Glen Campbell in a nutshell.
I sure do miss him. I fell in love with his music at 14. I remember listening to the DJ and he started making fun of him over the radio. He kept calling him Glen Cowbell. I was so angry that I called the station and chewed out the DJ. He didn't stop. Oh well, I was 16 and in love. I'm 68 now and still love his music. RIP Mr. Campbell!
I will tell you that even as good and successful as Glen was believe me, he was intimidated by the fact he was on camera and in front of his peers. There was one missed note and he got through it but you could see it on his face for 1 second. A true professional!
This is one of the most flawless, understated, and eloquent live performances I have ever seen. Clearly a master of his craft. And I'm not even a country music fan
Where are you a fan of the Beach boys? Elvis? Paul Simon? How about the monkeys? The smothers Brothers? He also played for other bands like Merle Haggard and Johnny Cash and numerous others before he ever went out on his own. A member of the famous wrecking Crew. Known as the best in the world at what they do
Matteo Macuso is flawless. Glen is not, but he's a giant where Matteo is a kid yet to discover what Glen discovered doing all those sessions with the Wrecking Crew - make every note sing.
Glen Campbell is truly and American treasure. In fact all those folks are American treasures. Rest well brother! We love and miss you! Ciao!! Benedica!!!
No sorry, I don't agree they're 'mesmerised'. That's a non-muso's observation. Those singers, artists and musicians are enjoying it out of recognition....recognising a fellow muso who's speaking their language. Not unlike someone enjoying a friend's re-telling of a joke they already know.
In his time (just like Brent Mason), Glen Campbell was the #1 Studio Guitar Player not only in Tennessee but also with the "Wrecking Crew" in California. Glen Campbell was Nationwide!
If I remember correctly, while he was a studio musician many headliners encouraged him to record his own music. That he had way too much talent to be in the background.
No kidding jamming out with him would of been outta this world I'd be like take it away and he'd look up at me an say with a sigh oh I guess so can U play something more challenging 😂lol 😢jk
Yes. Got his albums. Watched "It'll be me" documentary many many times. Had to delete it, you know why... As an Elvis collector I gotta add Elvis realized he could not have Glen in his band. Tell's enough...
One of the things that drew me to Country music - skill. But the talent is used so well, to serve the song. Roy, Chet and Glenn can do it all on guitar, but they are also all about creating a great song, a great piece of music. As are the rest on the stage.
I love Country music and all the fabulous artists who sing and perform for us. I'm not an American citizen, but when I listen to these beautiful songs, it's the way I see America: love, friendship and freedom. A wonderful, country. Thanks so much for this compilation of songs that bring back sweet memories.
Thank you for appreciating this great music and the musicians that we love so much. I'm happy that people in other countries appreciate this music. It belongs to the world.
Most of the younger generation singers can't really sing nor play any musical instruments well. Those were the days.... Guess we'll never see them again.
This recording was done live on "Ryman Country Homecoming" filmed on April 22, 1999 at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN. On stage along with Glenn were Chet Atkins, Waylon Jennings, Lorrie Morgan, Willie Nelson, Roy Clark, Lynn Anderson, Bobby Bare, T. Graham Brown, Ralph Emery, Janie Fricke, Barbara Fairchild, Larry Gatlin, Crystal Gayle, Ray Stevens, Geezinslaw Brother, Ferlin Husky, Dan Seals, T.G. Sheppard, B.J. Thomas, Ricky Van Shelton, Porter Wagoner, and Gene Watson. Chet had been diagnosed with cancer reoccurence and had a brain tumor removed two years earlier. and he had a rough go of it. Him palying the guitar softly behind Glenn is very touching.
Hey Steve thanks for that list of the stack of legends, clapping one of the most underrated guitarists of the 20th century.. 👍 Not too many could lay down a solo like that and also sing it so purely.
If I remember, Ronnie McDowell was part of this as well. He told a story about turning down 3 consecutive songs that were #1 hits for Conway Twitty. The next time Conway tried to give him a song, he said "Gimme that sucker; I don't care what it sounds like!"
I've probably watched this clip hundreds of times over the years. It pops up in my recommended videos every couple of weeks, and I always watch it when that happens. Without fail, each time Campbell gets to the end of his solo I'm just as elated as everyone in that room were. I love his smile at 1:56 just as he's finishing it. It looks like he's thinking "Damn, I'm good." And he was. Sheer brilliance on display.
Same here, buddy. There’s an excellent analysis and breakdown of the solo on the WingsofPegasus UA-cam site. He talks of Glen’s ability to hit every note with his right hand when playing up-tempo pieces on acoustic, which is incredibly hard to do, but which Glen does effortlessly. It makes every note emphatic. His dexterity is amazing, but really amazes me is that he couldn’t read music and played strictly ear. Wow.
The Wings of Pegasus video was very good. I had no idea he couldn't read music. That makes it so much more impressive. Makes me want to learn how to play an instrument... I'm sure I'll get around to it eventually. Fingers crossed! Imagine if you could become even a tenth as good as Campbell. I wouldn't do anything else but play music all day until I shuffle off this mortal coil.
A pure talent and humble gentleman to all, our world is a lesser place without artists like Glen and Roy walking it. Glen may be gone, but never forgotten by anyone who has heard his wonderful music.
The '60s were busy, as were the '70s , busy and busy. Here we are in 2021 and I finally discover Glen Campbell. In 1971 I dropped out of High School. 50 years later things slow down enough to catch up.
Mac Coleman I agree with you. What immense talent,looks, style, performer and oh all the songs he recorded I can't believe! I sat down at my computer when I heard of his passing and went through all the songs Glen sang ........ brought back sooooo many memories from my childhood. Watching this today made me miss my mom and dad so much I just cried. Isn't it amazing what music does to our memories and soul? May you rest in eternal peace Glen Campbell. Millions of ppl loved you!
One of the finest guitarists who ever put hand to strings. Not given the credit he deserves in my opinion. They don't make 'em like the Rhinestone Cowboy any more.
@@thesixshooter6506 He was truly unique and awesome when it come to pick’in a guitar! Had an awesome amazing voice too. He and Jerry Reed never got the recognition they deserved I don’t think.
@@ronniealexander8967I totally agree. I'm not as familiar with Jerry Reed, but Glen Campbell was an amazing artist. He had a fine voice and was a master guitar player. Watching him play was as entertaining as listening. Did some acting too.
@@ronniealexander8967 I thought Jerry Reed was remembered as a guitarist? Just with Glen Campbell the guitar playing was maybe overwhelmed by the charisma and personality.
Roy was looking at Glenn wondering if he should jump in but wasn't sure if he could keep up with him!😂. Roy was a stud in his own right! God blessed them both!
I also just turned 72 last month. Most people remember Glen for his singing and his TV show. However, he was one of the most talented studio musicians to ever play the musicial scene. The top guitarists (i.e. Roy Clark) could only smile and nod approvingly when Glen played. Even in his later years, even though he could no longer remember the words, he was still able to play the songs. His fingers still remembered the notes. That is a tribute to how great a guitarist Glen was!
There will never be another Glen Campbell. Most talented musician ever. He could play and sing anything. Most people don’t know that he once filled in for Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys on tour when he was sick. Unbelievable!
Don't forget to mention his voice too John, that and him being such a fine man. I'm from England and not of the Glen Campbell generation or background but I know what a beautiful thing the man's music will remain.
I too feel sad about his departure, but through the technology we have created in this world, allows him still, to share his gift with us, and I really appreciate that as no matter how I feel, I feel a bit better after listening to this song. The effect is immediate and no drugs were required -that is the power of great music!
and he passed that to his children. i think of ashely the most who helped her dad while he had memory issues called Alzheimer's on glens farewell tour. that also goes for glens last love his life and the rest of glens last family. he is a lucky dog to have that support an i love his rhinestone cowboy. and in that thought look at michael martin murphy song about cowboy logic . you have 3 cowboys in the front of a bench seat pickup truck which is you best guess of a true cowboy. its the one in the middle. he does not drive and he doesn't have to open the gate especially during inclement weather.
If I had a nickel for every video on UA-cam where someone has to clarify that, "I'm not a country music fan, but.." I could buy myself a new pickup truck!
It's Melodic playing. It goes more to the Heart and Soul. Thom Bresh was right behind Glen and Thom ain't no fool! Here is a great old tune he is doing with Tommy Emmanuel. ua-cam.com/video/cfm8CLWdMs8/v-deo.html
Glen doesn't even look like he's trying when he plays guitar. He's seriously have a conversation during his solo and it's like his fingers have a mind of their own. Phenomenal.
years and years of experience...check out some of the "Wrecking Crew" videos online....he was around for a long time before anyone had any idea what kind of talent he really had..
When Glen Campbell starts his brilliant solo, surrounded by all the GREATEST legends of Country Music, every single ONE OF THEM is absolutely DAZZLED..... (especially the guitar players.) He will live FOREVER as one of the greatest guitarists of ALL TIME.
Watching all those great country music stars looking at Glen Campbell perform that song, and seeing their faces basically saying “this dang guy is the most talented person here tonight” was incredibly satisfying!!!
His uncle taught him to play guitar and the rest was sheer talent and honed on practice. God, what a story. Left home @ 14, and the rest is history. Doesn't happen much. God bless Glen.
Yes, I can believe that. He’s from a musical family and played since he was a boy. Childhood is the best time to learn a musical instrument. The relationship between a child’s brain and training the connections in the young nervous system make it the perfect time to learn. It all becomes so ingrained in a way that is very difficult - perhaps impossible - to achieve as an adult. Of course he was talented on top of it!
OMG. The way they were all trained on Glen just shows how they admired him. On this Thanksgiving, I thank my God I lived in the same time as Glen and all of these icons. God bless everyone.
God bless you and God bless Glen Campbell. May he rest in peace. The horrendous disease Robbed him. But according to his wife it was the very last thing to go. He could not talk but he could play the guitar to the very end
@@gregadams6055 I agree.. Glen toughed it out to the end. He performed as long as he could and never let it get the best of him. The best part is that nobody judged him when he did shows near the end. That's how we should treat each other...
I'm not a country and western fan generally, but his voice, guitar playing and the heart and soul he put in his performances just blows me away. A sad loss to the world....
glen was certified cross-over. so were several of the other faces in this circle. most of them started out as "country" but they didn't limit themselves to it. and others they played with could also play whatever styles suited them.
Right out of high school I was fortunate enough to get a job at Gold Star Recording Studios. They weren't called the Wrecking Crew at the time, but I got to see Glen, Carol Kaye, Hal Blaine, Earl Palmer, Larry Knechtel, and the rest of them nearly every day. I NEVER saw Glen play a bad note, nor did Carol. They were beyond amazing as clearly demonstrated by Glen's solo here. There were many many times Glen played his solos live on the tracking session. Over dubs? Why? Not when he had this kind of talent. You see; way back before Pro Tools, there were pros. I was fortunate beyond belief to have had those experiences... RIP Glen.
What a special job you had! To have been around that much talent every day must have been awesome. You know, it would spoil most people to the extent that they could not listen to average pro players anymore. I envy you immensely, but I thank you for sharing your experience and letting people know about these folks.
@@southtxguitarist8926 Haha! Yea, before there was Pro Tools there WERE pros! Gotta truthfully say, the first time I heard that line was from Rick Beato on his UA-cam channel - one of thee best music channels ever. Be sure to check out his breakdown of hit songs in a bit he calls; “What Makes this Song So Great”, where he will SHOW you by checking out different soloed tracks.
@@liannebedard5521 Yes! Every week I would stop in and ask to see Dave Gold. I was 19. Did you know Cher was a receptionist at Gold Star studios? Anyway, this went on for about five weeks…I kept showing up. And finally he said; “you really want to work here dont you!” Yes sir Mr Gold! Then he hired me right there on the spot - to take a dolly out back and unload a ton of new recording tape and office supplies! HAHA!!! But… I WAS IN the recording business!!! I was so excited I was always there before Dave opened up and I clocked out at 5:30 PM, but usually stayed ‘til midnight because I could help out on the night sessions (but no pay). Buffalo Springfield did a lot of night sessions… And nowadays kids have to pay $30 grand or more for classes at Full Sail and such. I was incredibly fortunate. I should probably do a podcast - so many stories from the old days…. Cheers!
I never thought of Glenn Campbell as country because I lived in Chicago and he was more of a cross over entertainer and was played on pop music stations.
I think country music is one type of music that has a lot of bad cheesy stuff but dig deeper and you find the really great stuff, glen campbell is one of the latter
I am sure you have heard him in plenty of songs and did not know it. He was a sought after studio musician. I met him once, he acted like an ass. But i knew even then, WE all have our down days. I spilled tomato juice on his white jacket just 4 minutes before he was to go on stage at a small venue. He quickly recovered from his angry laser stare at me and said; Is that my water? thanks kid. mmm did i say he acted like an ass? I meant , I did. I did not even say I was sorry. sorry Mr. Campbell up there , I was just a star struck schmuck.
In September of 1967, I sat with Glen and his band in an all-night coffee shop till 5:30 AM telling stories and jokes. He was easy to be around, relaxed and friendly. I'll also mention that my radio station back then (KMOR in SLC, UT) was among the very first to play "Gentle On My Mind" when the John Hartford version came out in May of '67. Glen's release was in August and we had it on the air the day we got our copy.
Jim enjoyed your post .. longtime Glen Campbell fan since 1961 and also, I got to know John Hartford - pelase contact me. Roger Christensen, San Diego (age 66)
Dear Sir, thanks for the nice post and remarks. I first got to meet Glen in 1961 !!!! He was a session guitarist and vocalist. My Mom, Dad and Brother and I were coming back to San Jose, CA from South Dakota. We stopped into "Billie Jean's Hair & Nail Salon" in Albuq., NM There was a guy sitting in the back corner just playing his butt off on his guitar. My Dad said, this young man is great. I went over and introduced myself and family. He told me in the summer of 1961 - he wanted to be a professional singer. Years later in 1964, after I had meant the Righteous Brothers, Hal Blaine and The Wrecking Crew - which Glen was a member of , did I get the total picture. He got paid $35.00 a day to play guitar on albums of very famous people. Everyone at Gold Coast studios, starting with Sonny & Cher knew he'd be a BIG star, and he became one. I saw him in concert at least 50-60+ times, just like I did with The Righteous Brothers, Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield. You can imagine that I never had to buy a ticket after about 1966 - it was all "on the house." I saw Glen go thru his ups and downs - as did with others. I loved Bobby Hatfield (1940-2003). I collect celebrity autographs thus, after you ask say, Neil Diamond, 25-40 times to sign an autograph they sorta remember you and you form a "fan /celebrity" relationship." Glen and The Righteous Bros - were my all-time favorites. I also got to meet Jimmy Layne Webb at least 20+ times and the list goes on. He is literally God's gift to my generation as one of the greatest singer-songwriter-composers - just look him up and see of of the GREAT songs he wrote. He was NEVER too busy to talk to any fan or sign autographs, pose for pictures, he was just such a fine Christian gentleman. Thanks again and I hope I didn't bore you. I could write a book about my collecting adventures and the "friendships" that I made while collecting. Not all celebrities are nice to the fans - TRUST ME.... SOME PEOPLE THE PUBLIC WORSHIP'S ARE SO RUDE AND MEAN YOU NEVER GUESS IT WHEN YOU WATCH THEM ON TV OR IN A FILM. BUT I WON'T GO THERE AND PUBLISH THEIR NAMES. MOST celebrities, IF approached the right way - will sign autographs pose for pictures. All of my old autograph friends - where we'd go out collecting together - at night - gosh we'd start 5:00 PM and end up staying out until 6:00 AM. Picked up Frank Sinatra one night after waiting 10 hours. He was such a nice gentleman - it was his bodyguards, just doing their jobs, trying to keep us away from him - when he would actually tell them to back off and let him sign. He'd see us when he went into have dinner and then their late night poker game. Then more partying - but when he walked outta the club/restaurant - he immediately remember the faces that had been standing in the cold for 10 hours for one autograph and he would ALWAYS sign. I will say this Danny Thomas and James Garner were two of kindness celebrities I've ever gotten to know. They just loved the fans. Mr and Mrs. Ronald Reagan long before his was the President of the United States and Nancy was first lady - they were such classy people to the very end. It didn't get any better than them. President Reagan, even after he got outta office would sign autographs and just talk to us fans about sports ... it was great. He had a GREAT lsugh that I can still hear to this day. How is this "my man" for an nice response to your post to me .... :) .. God Bless You, Roger C. San Diego, CA
My God, at this time I was just a baby. In 1967 I was maybe 16 years old. I heard Glen on the radio and watched him on TV. I didn't know anything about bars and bands till much later when I played music for a living. This was a whole different breed of musicians and artists, great guitar solo, live, off the top of his head. It was just such an inspiring time. It must have been incredible for you to be in that business, at that particular time. Most people now know nothing in the real world of those whom paved the way. You got to be part of that.
Chet established the CGP title which was an invitation of distinction before his condition prevented him from playing. There were only 5 players ever invited into the CGP (Certified Guitar Player), Glen Campbell, Steve Wariner, John Knowles, Jerry Reed, Chet Atkins, and Paul Yandell was invited after Chet's death. I think Roy should have also been invited, but then see the level you had to be at to make there. Glen was amazing.
To see Roy Clark in awe just gives me chills. Roy was one of the greatest guitar players who ever lived yet even he knew just how good Glen was. This is one of my favourite clips on UA-cam. I revisit it often and it still gives me immense joy. Tremendous upload.
I'm a rock fan but always thought Roy Clark was the best player ever until I started listening to Glenn who's to say who's the best they're both unbelievable &then there's Jerry Reed
I am just saying but this level of talent is unheard of today in pop culture, this is off the cuff stuff done in front of a live audience. No auto tune, no post production, just a man with a great voice and his guitar. I wish that we had this again today
It's one of the blessings of being older. We could actually witness this stuff live. And yes, as you mentioned, "No auto tune, no post production". Man, I miss those days. Yep, "the good ole days".
His solo has such nice phrasing..... So many players are all over the fret board just showing off technical prowess, without saying anything worth listening to.
He was one of the best guitar players ever. A lot of people overlooked his talent. When you have the people like Chet Atkins Roy Clark looking at you in admiration as you play says a lot.
He was an incredible talent, much more so than so many 'artists' nowadays. Too bad he had so many demons but then again, so many creative, talented people seem to have them. It's almost as if they go hand in hand.
I'm 59 and just remembered him for True Grit and Lineman for the County, only recently appreciating him for the genius that he was on the guitar. Now I can't take my eyes off his hands every time I watch him play. His kind will never come again. Thanks Glen and Roy
I’m 67 and grew up listening to GC and pretty much all the fine talent in this video. I also loved Motown and the Beatles. All that to say that, although I always liked his music, I never fully appreciated him until after he passed. Maybe age makes you more sensitive but I now get goosebumps listening to him, especially knowing about the struggles he faced later in life. ❤️
I never knew the great talent Glen Campbell was until I saw the Wrecking Crew video, he’s has recording credits on about 700 records, like Good Vibrations, Johnny Angel, to Strangers in the Night,, all I can say is WOW.
My takeaway was that fellow great guitarist, Roy Clark, who has intermittently played with Glen Campbell over the years, was being a good sport but was all the while wishing he would have been part of this performance too. However, you could be right!
i agree too... he was itching to play but he stood back to let his friend play something what will never be repeated... you cant beat 'live' when you see those expressions... bye the way who is the girl with the nice smile and shortish brown hair... she is on timeline at 2:02... thank you.
It's been an incredibly rewarding three months getting familiar with his music - his virtuosity and flawless balance between his picking and that soaring, versatile tenor.
+eight inches He was not "underrated" at all. Prior to making it big in his solo career he was the most in demand session guitar player in LA. He played on hundreds of albums for a wide variety of musicians, mostly uncredited. He was an amazing guitar player. Even in "I'll Be Me" when he is struggling with the debilitating effects of Alzheimer's he could still play amazing guitar solos, seemingly by instinct.
A ROOM FULL OF RESPECT! The late and great CHET Atkins, Crystal Gayle, Ray Stevens, Willie Nelson, Roy Clark, B J Thomas, Waylon Jennings, Bobby Bare just to name a few. And a humble and confident Glen Campbell!!
And let's not forget the great Johnny Hartford for those magnificent words he penned to paper. They are more than words. They are capsules of people's lifestyles and of their lifetimes. My very own lifestyle matches them so well.... All up, so much beautiful music from so many legends and Glen sure does have that guitar leading the way on this one. Thank you to all.
I am of Indian ancestry born in Brooklyn NY but moved to Houston, TX in 1979, I was like nine years old listening to Rhinestone cowboy jumping from couch to couch to that song. This song in particular is so sweet. I love this man and I love country music. I miss Texas and that down south country hospitality.
Glen doesn't always receive the credit he deserves, for being a great guitarist. A lot of people don't know, that he was one of the most sought out session guitarist in the business, before he made it as a solo artist. He played on a ton of albums. Rock, and Country.
I HATE IT when some know it all says “A lot of people don’t know....” We aren’t cretins! Many of us have loved music our whole lives---and not just the top 40!
So damn right Helen. People who start a comment off with that remark are hoping we DON'T know so that they can tell us! But you are so right. We DO know these things about Glen. Why wouldn't we? Like yourself, I have lived through so many styles of music over the years. Rock and Roll, Rhythm and Blues, Folk, Country, Punk, Reggae, etc, etc, and I'm so glad I was around for ALL of it. I could compare the class against the trash and Glen Campbell was the one that made me take an interest in the guitar......7 years ago when I was 60! Rather late I know, but the last 7 years have been so musically enjoyable. I just wished I had taken it up in 1960.....instead of when I WAS 60!. But better late than never I suppose.
Now that he's gone, all we can do is, just rejoice every time we hear the sound of his voice. One of my favorite country singers. May his soul rest in peace.
Have you taken a look at the 10 min. CBC morning short posted here (entitled, FAREWELL) - very well done. Interestingly, he states in it that he did not see himself as a 'Country Singer' per se, but someone who liked good songs, which of course says so much about his endeavours and choices. He was a very bright star that has NOT burned out!
Imagine being a son or daughter or grandchild of Glen and at any time you watch this video of him playing in front of the some of the greatest in country music history. Then you see this audience react in spontaneous and genuine awe. enjoyment and love for the man and his skills and talent. For Glen's descendants this legacy performance is beyond precious.
I've never met a guitarist that knew of Glen Campbell and didn't respect him. Whether you like country, rock, or any other type of music, there's just no denying the virtuosity of Glen Campbell on guitar. One of the finest pickers to ever play the instrument.
At first, Willie is just listening. Then when Glen says: "I'll play one.", Willie looks up. There's a video of the two of them on stage, and Glen does something *similar* to this break ... but different. So he has two different breaks for this song that most guitarists couldn't handle! Wow!
Like so many others on here, I've watched this dozens of times; it never gets old. I especially like watching the drummer -- he's definitely into it, along with everyone else.
How fortunate that we live in a age, where we can listen and watch talent at will.
Amen to that!!!!
Isn't it great?
@@DonGill-cu5mo It is the most fantastic version of Gentle on my Mind that Glen ever did!!! I wish he'd showed off his amazing talent on his albums and on his TV show.
@@Music_is_Breathing AGREE !!! I have played it SO many times, thinking of my dad... .
The year of this isn’t listed
Willie Nelson and Roy Clark both sitting there like "wow." This is a great little time capsule and it shows just how special Campbell was.
And composer, freakin' amazing....
Fabulous 😮
And Chet Atkins!
He was a treasure 😊
Every person that stage was the cream of the crop.
Glenn Campbell what a fantastic talent.
My 1st ever paycheck I bought the Gentle On My Mind LP. I was 15. I'm now 71 and smile through my tears everytime I hear him. No one EVER better.
dude totally smoked the guitar like a you know what too yikes!
Mom took me to see Glen Campbell in the UK, totally amazing.... Even played one song behind his back... Amazing (I'm 48 now)
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27 million views. That pretty much says it all.
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32 mil and still growing in 2025 😊
If you have a smile on your face listening to this,it means your soul is still working 😊
Thank you.
Mine's working overtime, fantastic!
Smile on my face and tears in my eyes
Lol, I didn't realize I was grinning when I watched this.
I'm smiling through the tears.
This is the America I miss so much.
Me too❤
Amen
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Wonderful music
When really talented people were in the arts.
Glen Campbell was the real deal. A real country boy. Grew up the son of a sharecropper in Arkansas picking cotton and working hard on the farm. He said he was inspired when he was young by the guitar playing of Django Reinhardt. I'm deeply amazed by Glen Campbell.
" Deeply amazed'' says it all.
I picked fruit about the time this man sang.
Just one note from a guitar can fortify.
Thanks for that reminder.
Aren't we all.
I've saved this clip, and when I'm having a hard time... I watch it, cry my eyes out, and then get on with my day...
You can hear some Django in his solo for sure. Awesome
I've watched this hundreds of times, and smile every time that he plays the solo.
Me as well! Great
And then there's Chet Atkins, sitting politely, and quietly thinking, " childs play.".
(He could play that at 10 years old, with his hands tied behind his back.) But I still like Glenn.
Who wouldn't want Crystal Gayle staring and smiling at your midsection?
Willie looking at him like he's a bit of a show off lol
What a classic
Imagine being in a room full of the absolute best musicians and singers in the world and making all their jaws drop with how good you are, without even breaking a sweat. That's Glen Campbell in a nutshell.
It really is. Nobody ever made it look easy as easily as GC.
I sure do miss him. I fell in love with his music at 14. I remember listening to the DJ and he started making fun of him over the radio. He kept calling him Glen Cowbell. I was so angry that I called the station and chewed out the DJ. He didn't stop. Oh well, I was 16 and in love. I'm 68 now and still love his music. RIP Mr. Campbell!
And he made her brown eyes blue. I'm so sorry, but I had to say something, that's all I had at the moment.
I will tell you that even as good and successful as Glen was believe me, he was intimidated by the fact he was on camera and in front of his peers. There was one missed note and he got through it but you could see it on his face for 1 second. A true professional!
Same with jerry garcia
This is one of the most flawless, understated, and eloquent live performances I have ever seen. Clearly a master of his craft. And I'm not even a country music fan
You don't need to be a "fan". Good music is where you find it.
Where are you a fan of the Beach boys? Elvis? Paul Simon? How about the monkeys? The smothers Brothers? He also played for other bands like Merle Haggard and Johnny Cash and numerous others before he ever went out on his own. A member of the famous wrecking Crew. Known as the best in the world at what they do
Amen brother
Think of the great musicians on that stage. Mindblowing
Matteo Macuso is flawless. Glen is not, but he's a giant where Matteo is a kid yet to discover what Glen discovered doing all those sessions with the Wrecking Crew - make every note sing.
He's performing in front of a group of some of the greatest singers, artists, and musicians ever...and he has them mesmerized.
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Glen Campbell is truly and American treasure. In fact all those folks are American treasures.
Rest well brother! We love and miss you!
Ciao!! Benedica!!!
No sorry, I don't agree they're 'mesmerised'. That's a non-muso's observation. Those singers, artists and musicians are enjoying it out of recognition....recognising a fellow muso who's speaking their language. Not unlike someone enjoying a friend's re-telling of a joke they already know.
Love their faces.... specially Willy's 😅
"I'll do one", still cracks me up!
Most people don't realize how good a guitar player Glen really was, RIP Rhinestone Cowboy.
In his time (just like Brent Mason), Glen Campbell was the #1 Studio Guitar Player not only in Tennessee but also with the "Wrecking Crew" in California. Glen Campbell was Nationwide!
When i was a kid i didnt realize what a talent he was.
His talents were rarely showcased in the studio. I saw him live and it melted my face.
A lot of people know how great he was. He had a long career and was considered one of the best studio musicians ever.
If I remember correctly, while he was a studio musician many headliners encouraged him to record his own music. That he had way too much talent to be in the background.
When you're playing your guitar, and Roy Clark is watching closely, then that means you're a great guitar player.
Yea. Thats my Opinion
Roy and Glenn played together many times. They compliment each other very well.
Yes, I noticed him watching
Two bad ass pickers
My thought exactly.
"I'll play one." has got to be one of the best things to hear from a musician
No kidding jamming out with him would of been outta this world I'd be like take it away and he'd look up at me an say with a sigh oh I guess so can U play something more challenging 😂lol 😢jk
The way Willie snapped his head up when he says it gets me every time.
Loved that, glen was so casual about it and then just busts out one of the most beautiful pick licks I’ve ever heard.
Especially from a musician of his caliber
Took the room to school.
This is what country music heaven looks like. RIP Glenn.
@@getsmartpaul hope I get to see it
He sure could play that git-deselect.
when Roy Clark is admiring your guitar playing, you know you are at the top
So true!
you should arlo guthrie play guitar. OMG
Yup.
Facts!!!!
Completely agree!
does anyone here get teary-eyed with cold chill-bumps?.
"You don't know what you have until it's gone". That's how I feel about his talent and art. A true American treasure.
Yes. Got his albums. Watched "It'll be me" documentary many many times. Had to delete it, you know why... As an Elvis collector I gotta add Elvis realized he could not have Glen in his band. Tell's enough...
I still get the chills and the goosebumps listening to Glen Campbell
sounds like you got covid. isolate immediately
@@mrneal9079 good point
.or too take a lead from ol glen start slamming the nose candy and you'll be cured
When Roy Clark and Chet Atkins listen to your guitar break and smile, you know you've made it.
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Along with Willie and Crystal Gale
Indeed...
Amen brother
One of the things that drew me to Country music - skill. But the talent is used so well, to serve the song. Roy, Chet and Glenn can do it all on guitar, but they are also all about creating a great song, a great piece of music. As are the rest on the stage.
I love Country music and all the fabulous artists who sing and perform for us. I'm not an American citizen, but when I listen to these beautiful songs, it's the way I see America: love, friendship and freedom. A wonderful, country. Thanks so much for this compilation of songs that bring back sweet memories.
Thank you for appreciating this great music and the musicians that we love so much. I'm happy that people in other countries appreciate this music. It belongs to the world.
@@redwoods7370 Thanks for replying.
it's the way we'd like to see ourselves most days...but we've lost this kind of universal music 😢
I wish it was still like that.
I hate country music but i love love love this.😊
As a professional musician in a completely different genre, I can feel the love in this room. This is a special moment in time.
Amen brother
Most of the younger generation singers can't really sing nor play any musical instruments well.
Those were the days.... Guess we'll never see them again.
David, you're Thor hitting the anvil.....great comment.....
A very special one.
I wish my wife looked at me the way Roy looked at Glenn in this stellar video (lol) :)......Roy was impressed, Glenn was a stellar musician !!!
This recording was done live on "Ryman Country Homecoming" filmed on April 22, 1999 at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN. On stage along with Glenn were Chet Atkins, Waylon Jennings, Lorrie Morgan, Willie Nelson, Roy Clark, Lynn Anderson, Bobby Bare, T. Graham Brown, Ralph Emery, Janie Fricke, Barbara Fairchild, Larry Gatlin, Crystal Gayle, Ray Stevens, Geezinslaw Brother, Ferlin Husky, Dan Seals, T.G. Sheppard, B.J. Thomas, Ricky Van Shelton, Porter Wagoner, and Gene Watson. Chet had been diagnosed with cancer reoccurence and had a brain tumor removed two years earlier. and he had a rough go of it. Him palying the guitar softly behind Glenn is very touching.
Thank you 🙏
Thank you!!!
Hey Steve thanks for that list of the stack of legends, clapping one of the most underrated guitarists of the 20th century.. 👍 Not too many could lay down a solo like that and also sing it so purely.
If I remember, Ronnie McDowell was part of this as well. He told a story about turning down 3 consecutive songs that were #1 hits for Conway Twitty. The next time Conway tried to give him a song, he said "Gimme that sucker; I don't care what it sounds like!"
Thank you.
One of the FINEST guitar players that ever picked, right there. God bless you, Glen.
I say the best ever
You got that right , friend.
Him and Jerry Reed & Roy Clarke.. Legends
@@booooo666 Exactly! And Roy Clark was so good, he could likely play instruments that haven't even been invented yet.
My Ken dolls all looked like glen even the hair 😅
I've probably watched this clip hundreds of times over the years. It pops up in my recommended videos every couple of weeks, and I always watch it when that happens. Without fail, each time Campbell gets to the end of his solo I'm just as elated as everyone in that room were. I love his smile at 1:56 just as he's finishing it. It looks like he's thinking "Damn, I'm good." And he was. Sheer brilliance on display.
Same here, buddy. There’s an excellent analysis and breakdown of the solo on the WingsofPegasus UA-cam site. He talks of Glen’s ability to hit every note with his right hand when playing up-tempo pieces on acoustic, which is incredibly hard to do, but which Glen does effortlessly. It makes every note emphatic. His dexterity is amazing, but really amazes me is that he couldn’t read music and played strictly ear. Wow.
The Wings of Pegasus video was very good. I had no idea he couldn't read music. That makes it so much more impressive. Makes me want to learn how to play an instrument... I'm sure I'll get around to it eventually. Fingers crossed! Imagine if you could become even a tenth as good as Campbell. I wouldn't do anything else but play music all day until I shuffle off this mortal coil.
❤🇬🇧❤️
A pure talent and humble gentleman to all, our world is a lesser place without artists like Glen and Roy walking it. Glen may be gone, but never forgotten by anyone who has heard his wonderful music.
This clip is highly addictive!
Campbell wasn't just some country bumpkin, just part of the greatest session players of the 60s, he knew his stuff and he knew it well.
Filled in with the Beach Boys on tour. Glenn Campbell, Delight Arkansas
The '60s were busy, as were the '70s , busy and busy. Here we are in 2021 and I finally discover Glen Campbell.
In 1971 I dropped out of High School. 50 years later things slow down enough to catch up.
@Henry Black So good didn't need to. If he heard it he could play it.
I think you undervalued him! He was awesome and could teach anyone!!!!!!!!
Yep, was one of the wrecking crew of L.A. studio musicians that played on countless songs you never knew they were on.
I an old man who cannot keep from weeping at his passing. Thank you, Lord, for sharing his talents with us. Please embrace him as he goes home.
Amen
Mac Coleman I agree with you. What immense talent,looks, style, performer and oh all the songs he recorded I can't believe! I sat down at my computer when I heard of his passing and went through all the songs Glen sang ........ brought back sooooo many memories from my childhood. Watching this today made me miss my mom and dad so much I just cried.
Isn't it amazing what music does to our memories and soul? May you rest in eternal peace Glen Campbell. Millions of ppl loved you!
Very, very wel said sir.
It's not fair! All that talent and he looked like a Greek God too! Special talent.
Well, he looked Scottish :)
You must know that you're pretty damn good when a group of legends watches you with nothing but respect on their faces!
Spot on with that comment
Well said!
Man, if you can't appreciate what an incredible talent Glen Campbell was then just keep walking....
Thats what i thought too a true artist that blessed our lives .
Yessir, he sure deserved it
One of the finest guitarists who ever put hand to strings. Not given the credit he deserves in my opinion. They don't make 'em like the Rhinestone Cowboy any more.
@@thesixshooter6506 He was truly unique and awesome when it come to pick’in a guitar! Had an awesome amazing voice too. He and Jerry Reed never got the recognition they deserved I don’t think.
@@ronniealexander8967I totally agree. I'm not as familiar with Jerry Reed, but Glen Campbell was an amazing artist. He had a fine voice and was a master guitar player. Watching him play was as entertaining as listening. Did some acting too.
@@ronniealexander8967 I thought Jerry Reed was remembered as a guitarist? Just with Glen Campbell the guitar playing was maybe overwhelmed by the charisma and personality.
@@thesixshooter6506 Saw him in concert in Phoenix as a child (I think 1972) thank you dad!!!!
@@drizzt8965Wow, what a memory to have! I never had the pleasure.
Roy Clark’s expression says it all! Much respect to both legends.
Roy was looking at Glenn wondering if he should jump in but wasn't sure if he could keep up with him!😂. Roy was a stud in his own right! God blessed them both!
Even Willy sat this one out.
Yeah, that's Roy thinking "sumbitch can keep up with me." He didn't run into that very often.
Yes, I can see Roy Clark glad that one of the greatest songs of our century …. Was a country song.
That smile on Merle Haggard's face is something that can't be faked.
We were so lucky to have grown up in the 60, 70's, and 80's. Not sure it will ever be like that again.
It will never happen again, we were lucky
Amen to that.
Nope welcome to cookie cutter 2021
Sadly we will never have it again like we did in the 70-80's
Most definitely won't.
This song was first popular in my late teens, a special time. Now, it brings a tear to the eye of this 72-year-old guy.
It gets something going in me too . I think I should have been a tramp 😀
I miss you dad 16 years but your still gentle on my mind xx
Jimmy wrote some wonderful songs and Glen did them justice.
65 and me too
I also just turned 72 last month. Most people remember Glen for his singing and his TV show. However, he was one of the most talented studio musicians to ever play the musicial scene. The top guitarists (i.e. Roy Clark) could only smile and nod approvingly when Glen played. Even in his later years, even though he could no longer remember the words, he was still able to play the songs. His fingers still remembered the notes. That is a tribute to how great a guitarist Glen was!
For 9 years I keep coming back to listen to this flawless performance. He was so good.
Me too.
Also.
Again and again my friend.
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There will never be another Glen Campbell. Most talented musician ever. He could play and sing anything. Most people don’t know that he once filled in for Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys on tour when he was sick. Unbelievable!
Glen was a truly gifted guitarist, lucky us, he shared his gift with us!
RIP Glen
Don't forget to mention his voice too John, that and him being such a fine man. I'm from England and not of the Glen Campbell generation or background but I know what a beautiful thing the man's music will remain.
I'm still sad.
I too feel sad about his departure, but through the technology we have created in this world, allows him still, to share his gift with us, and I really appreciate that as no matter how I feel, I feel a bit better after listening to this song.
The effect is immediate and no drugs were required -that is the power of great music!
and he passed that to his children. i think of ashely the most who helped her dad while he had memory issues called Alzheimer's on glens farewell tour. that also goes for glens last love his life and the rest of glens last family. he is a lucky dog to have that support an i love his rhinestone cowboy. and in that thought look at michael martin murphy song about cowboy logic .
you have 3 cowboys in the front of a bench seat pickup truck which is you best guess of a true cowboy. its the one in the middle. he does not drive and he doesn't have to open the gate especially during inclement weather.
He was also a certified BEACH BOY!! And toured with them for a year, while the other beach boy was indisposed. 🤷🏻♂️ But Rip GC. 🙏🙏
One good thing about being old is knowing real country music.
Yes old mate. No fancy shit,like synthesisers, and stuff to make tone deaf singers hit the right note. When on stage they mime...
What does that mean?
Amen brother.
@@josephwitkowski6665 raw talent my friend..
As an 18 year old I can certainly say that this is the country music I live for
I'm just so thankful that I was alive when all these folks were in their heyday. And what can you say about Glen Campbell? What a gift to the world.
I don't consider myself a country music fan, but I had to watch that guitar solo three times. Sweet Jesus...what a talented soul. RIP icon.
If I had a nickel for every video on UA-cam where someone has to clarify that, "I'm not a country music fan, but.." I could buy myself a new pickup truck!
Oh, I know.. I'm just a huge guitar guy in general, I'll listen to anything that uses instrumentation
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Talent is Talent
watch his william tell overture...
This video is a blessing to everyone that watches it.
Yes it is!! I watch it often, usually everyday!!
A blessing that brings tears to my eyes. RIP Mr. Campbell--thanks for the beautiful music!
Damn right.
Amen. What a genius.
I grew up with it. As kid. It's settling and one best guitar players.
Here I am a metal rocker, and cannot stop listening to this. Just wonderful!
We'll it's not so far away except for the baseline
Yes because you recognize talent
Punk Rocker here. Old school Punker ..60. This is amazing. Then again, I love all music.
Amazing isnt it? Check out Roy Clark as well....
It's Melodic playing. It goes more to the Heart and Soul. Thom Bresh was right behind Glen and Thom ain't no fool! Here is a great old tune he is doing with Tommy Emmanuel.
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Glen Travis Campbell was one of the most talented singer-songwriters-musicians God ever breathed life into.
An actor too! 👍
You are right on the money with that
I think he was the most.
Glen doesn't even look like he's trying when he plays guitar. He's seriously have a conversation during his solo and it's like his fingers have a mind of their own. Phenomenal.
Take THAT Mark Knopfler
ONE OF A KIND IN HIS LIFETIME AND SOMETHING WE MAY NEVER EXPERIENCE AGAIN.
years and years of experience...check out some of the "Wrecking Crew" videos online....he was around for a long time before anyone had any idea what kind of talent he really had..
@@zapkvr Mark Knopfler is easily as talented on the guitar as Glen Campbell and Roy Clark were. He just plays a different style.
Came Ireland, glad i went to see him,class show
Rest in peace,Glen
When Chet.....Willie and the late Roy Clark smile and approve at you're soloing...you KNOW you're good
And Les Paul, Waylon Jennings, and all the other stars in their own rights in that group!
Glen is right up there with Roy and Chet.
D*mn straight!
You got that right @Xavier Balzola! Glen could PLAY, and all the greats appreciated and enjoyed his matchless talent!
And Chester Atkins.
Was that Ray Stevens to Glens left?
When Glen Campbell starts his brilliant solo, surrounded by all the GREATEST legends of Country Music, every single ONE OF THEM is absolutely DAZZLED..... (especially the guitar players.) He will live FOREVER as one of the greatest guitarists of ALL TIME.
what a wonderful talent
+Mark Marsh He certainly gets Willie's attention.
+Mark Marsh Not quite. Chet would blow him out of the water...and that's what he's sitting there thinking/knowing.
Bullshit.
+glenn hooper chet was good but glen was better. much more in demand. a superstar.
Watching all those great country music stars looking at Glen Campbell perform that song, and seeing their faces basically saying “this dang guy is the most talented person here tonight” was incredibly satisfying!!!
Can you believe that Glenn was self-taught!. Truly a God-given talent.
And one of the few in 'The Wrecking Crew' that couldn't read music!
....yep Hugh, that's how usually goes. The genius's are taught by something else.
Wow. I didn't know that. Self-taught and couldn't read music, and I guess he was a real virtuoso on ALL guitars. He mastered them all.💖💕💖
His uncle taught him to play guitar and the rest was sheer talent and honed on practice. God, what a story. Left home @ 14, and the rest is history. Doesn't happen much. God bless Glen.
Yes, I can believe that. He’s from a musical family and played since he was a boy. Childhood is the best time to learn a musical instrument. The relationship between a child’s brain and training the connections in the young nervous system make it the perfect time to learn. It all becomes so ingrained in a way that is very difficult - perhaps impossible - to achieve as an adult. Of course he was talented on top of it!
OMG. The way they were all trained on Glen just shows how they admired him. On this Thanksgiving, I thank my God I lived in the same time as Glen and all of these icons. God bless everyone.
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God bless you too my friend
@@user-zy4cq6vo3qAmen 😊
God bless you and God bless Glen Campbell. May he rest in peace. The horrendous disease Robbed him. But according to his wife it was the very last thing to go. He could not talk but he could play the guitar to the very end
@@gregadams6055 I agree.. Glen toughed it out to the end. He performed as long as he could and never let it get the best of him. The best part is that nobody judged him when he did shows near the end. That's how we should treat each other...
I've watched this clip a hundred times and I'll watch it a hundred times more
Maybe more.....awesome !!!!
Same and not even a country music fan,just a a great vibe.
Me too.
What a talented guy ! Hè plays so smooth and natural while singing with such a clear voice and charisma...., great song!!
Clint Harrington same here, I never tire of watching and hearing him play, and you can see his peers watching in awe of him
I really miss my dad ❤, this was his favourite ❤️
🫂🫂🫂
I'm not a country and western fan generally, but his voice, guitar playing and the heart and soul he put in his performances just blows me away. A sad loss to the world....
to bad about country. so many styles. so many accomplished artists.
Ditto...he was really great.
This is an excellent performance too!!
glen was certified cross-over. so were several of the other faces in this circle. most of them started out as "country" but they didn't limit themselves to it. and others they
played with could also play whatever styles suited them.
John Sharpe you are right! He was the best guitarist ever, and he sang with heart and soul which drew me to love him.
Right out of high school I was fortunate enough to get a job at Gold Star Recording Studios. They weren't called the Wrecking Crew at the time, but I got to see Glen, Carol Kaye, Hal Blaine, Earl Palmer, Larry Knechtel, and the rest of them nearly every day. I NEVER saw Glen play a bad note, nor did Carol. They were beyond amazing as clearly demonstrated by Glen's solo here. There were many many times Glen played his solos live on the tracking session. Over dubs? Why? Not when he had this kind of talent.
You see; way back before Pro Tools, there were pros.
I was fortunate beyond belief to have had those experiences... RIP Glen.
What a special job you had! To have been around that much talent every day must have been awesome. You know, it would spoil most people to the extent that they could not listen to average pro players anymore. I envy you immensely, but I thank you for sharing your experience and letting people know about these folks.
@@southtxguitarist8926 Haha! Yea, before there was Pro Tools there WERE pros! Gotta truthfully say, the first time I heard that line was from Rick Beato on his UA-cam channel - one of thee best music channels ever. Be sure to check out his breakdown of hit songs in a bit he calls; “What Makes this Song So Great”, where he will SHOW you by checking out different soloed tracks.
You got PAID for that job..,?..?.,
@@liannebedard5521
Yes! Every week I would stop in and ask to see Dave Gold. I was 19. Did you know Cher was a receptionist at Gold Star studios? Anyway, this went on for about five weeks…I kept showing up. And finally he said; “you really want to work here dont you!” Yes sir Mr Gold! Then he hired me right there on the spot - to take a dolly out back and unload a ton of new recording tape and office supplies! HAHA!!! But… I WAS IN the recording business!!! I was so excited I was always there before Dave opened up and I clocked out at 5:30 PM, but usually stayed ‘til midnight because I could help out on the night sessions (but no pay). Buffalo Springfield did a lot of night sessions… And nowadays kids have to pay $30 grand or more for classes at Full Sail and such. I was incredibly fortunate. I should probably do a podcast - so many stories from the old days…. Cheers!
@@mobiuslooped1551 Persistence pays…great story!
"I'll play one" .....Thank you Glen for making me smile
Right you are. 😇
Me too
This version is just as good as any studio recorded version I've ever heard. The skills!
Never listened to country music much but I can honestly say that Glenn Campbell has more talent than any man should. He is just incredible. 👌
I never thought of Glenn Campbell as country because I lived in Chicago and he was more of a cross over entertainer and was played on pop music stations.
I think country music is one type of music that has a lot of bad cheesy stuff but dig deeper and you find the really great stuff, glen campbell is one of the latter
Watch Roy Clark, too. That man can play ANYTHING with strings on it.
@@kevinstroup I used to watch Roy Clark on Hee Haw when I was a kid, he was amazing. He was one of the finest guitar players of all the Genre.
I am sure you have heard him in plenty of songs and did not know it. He was a sought after studio musician. I met him once, he acted like an ass. But i knew even then, WE all have our down days. I spilled tomato juice on his white jacket just 4 minutes before he was to go on stage at a small venue. He quickly recovered from his angry laser stare at me and said; Is that my water? thanks kid. mmm did i say he acted like an ass? I meant , I did. I did not even say I was sorry. sorry Mr. Campbell up there , I was just a star struck schmuck.
In September of 1967, I sat with Glen and his band in an all-night coffee shop till 5:30 AM telling stories and jokes. He was easy to be around, relaxed and friendly. I'll also mention that my radio station back then (KMOR in SLC, UT) was among the very first to play "Gentle On My Mind" when the John Hartford version came out in May of '67. Glen's release was in August and we had it on the air the day we got our copy.
Jim enjoyed your post .. longtime Glen Campbell fan since 1961 and also,
I got to know John Hartford - pelase contact me.
Roger Christensen, San Diego (age 66)
Dear Sir, thanks for the nice post and remarks. I first got to meet Glen in 1961 !!!! He was a session guitarist and vocalist. My Mom, Dad and Brother and I were coming back to San Jose, CA from South Dakota. We stopped into "Billie Jean's Hair & Nail Salon" in Albuq., NM There was a guy sitting in the back corner just playing his butt off on his guitar. My Dad said, this young man is great. I went over and introduced myself and family. He told me in the summer of 1961 - he wanted to be a professional singer. Years later in 1964, after I had meant the Righteous Brothers, Hal Blaine and The Wrecking Crew - which Glen was a member of , did I get the total picture. He got paid $35.00 a day to play guitar on albums of very famous people. Everyone at Gold Coast studios, starting with Sonny & Cher knew he'd be a BIG star, and he became one. I saw him in concert at least 50-60+ times, just like I did with The Righteous Brothers, Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield. You can imagine that I never had to buy a ticket after about 1966 - it was all "on the house." I saw Glen go thru his ups and downs - as did with others.
I loved Bobby Hatfield (1940-2003). I collect celebrity autographs thus, after you ask say, Neil Diamond, 25-40 times to sign an autograph they sorta remember you and you form a "fan /celebrity" relationship."
Glen and The Righteous Bros - were my all-time favorites. I also got to meet Jimmy Layne Webb at least 20+ times and the list goes on. He is literally God's gift to my generation as one of the greatest singer-songwriter-composers - just look him up and see of of the GREAT songs he wrote. He was NEVER too busy to talk to any fan or sign autographs, pose for pictures, he was just such a fine Christian gentleman.
Thanks again and I hope I didn't bore you. I could write a book about my collecting adventures and the "friendships" that I made while collecting. Not all celebrities are nice to the fans - TRUST ME.... SOME PEOPLE THE PUBLIC WORSHIP'S ARE SO RUDE AND MEAN YOU NEVER GUESS IT WHEN YOU WATCH THEM ON TV OR IN A FILM. BUT I WON'T GO THERE AND PUBLISH THEIR NAMES. MOST celebrities, IF approached the right way - will sign autographs pose for pictures.
All of my old autograph friends - where we'd go out collecting together - at night - gosh we'd start 5:00 PM and end up staying out until 6:00 AM.
Picked up Frank Sinatra one night after waiting 10 hours. He was such a nice gentleman - it was his bodyguards, just doing their jobs, trying to keep us away from him - when he would actually tell them to back off and let him sign. He'd see us when he went into have dinner and then their late night poker game. Then more partying - but when he walked outta the club/restaurant - he immediately remember the faces that had been standing in the cold for 10 hours for one autograph and he would ALWAYS sign.
I will say this Danny Thomas and James Garner were two of kindness celebrities I've ever gotten to know. They just loved the fans. Mr and Mrs. Ronald Reagan long before his was the President of the United States and Nancy was first lady - they were such classy people to the very end. It didn't get any better than them. President Reagan, even after he got outta office would sign autographs and just talk to us fans about sports ... it was great. He had a GREAT lsugh that I can still hear to this day.
How is this "my man" for an nice response to your post to me .... :) ..
God Bless You,
Roger C.
San Diego, CA
That is such a great story.....thanks for sharing your memories !!!
My God, at this time I was just a baby. In 1967 I was maybe 16 years old. I heard Glen on the radio and watched him on TV. I didn't know anything about bars and bands till much later when I played music for a living. This was a whole different breed of musicians and artists, great guitar solo, live, off the top of his head. It was just such an inspiring time. It must have been incredible for you to be in that business, at that particular time. Most people now know nothing in the real world of those whom paved the way. You got to be part of that.
i remember having coffee with glen in 62at an all nighter in memphis
To quote Merle Haggard: “If the good Lord put too much talent in one human being's body, that would be Glen Campbell.”
A small-town Arkansas boy becomes famous and loved by all. Thank you for sharing your talent Glen Campbell
Roy Clark was one of the greatest pickers of all time. When he is awe of your talent you know you're a legend. RIP Glenn
Glen Campbell: The most underrated guitarist of all time.
Chet established the CGP title which was an invitation of distinction before his condition prevented him from playing. There were only 5 players ever invited into the CGP (Certified Guitar Player), Glen Campbell, Steve Wariner, John Knowles, Jerry Reed, Chet Atkins, and Paul Yandell was invited after Chet's death. I think Roy should have also been invited, but then see the level you had to be at to make there. Glen was amazing.
No doubt.
@@myownboss1318 Tommy Emmanuel & Tony Rice should be invited to the CGP.
@@blakeb4583 My bad, Tommy was one of the first members, there was 7.
One of the greatest to pick up a guitar no doubt about it
I can watch this over and over and over again. It brings tears to my eyes.
Lindy Griffith me too. Ive been watching it over and over for ages today. Brilliant.
Me too.
Lindy Griffith may be it's the newness of his passing? I get emotional when I hear him
I keep listening to this on my computer, on my phone, and always crying!
Lindy Griffith yes😢
Roy Clark, "THE Roy Clark", looking on with reverence is just priceless. What an amazing performance.
To see Roy Clark in awe just gives me chills. Roy was one of the greatest guitar players who ever lived yet even he knew just how good Glen was. This is one of my favourite clips on UA-cam. I revisit it often and it still gives me immense joy. Tremendous upload.
Its awesome & great to know they had mutual respect for each others incredible talent
I'm a rock fan but always thought Roy Clark was the best player ever until I started listening to Glenn who's to say who's the best they're both unbelievable &then there's Jerry Reed
Roy was so great. He & Glen were buddies & peers. Glen played on a 12 string & shredded & never missed a note. Such talents
@BearRyan same for me
@@Marilynhon if you look at the headstock, I'm pretty sure it's s a 6 string. Could be wrong however. Shredding mighty fine whatever it is!
Everyone and I mean Everyone in that room knew they were watching a Master Entertainer at work.
Wrecking crew BABY!
absoflippinlutely russ
Believe it or not, even Eric Clapton said the greatest guitarist he ever saw was Glen Campbell.
And no jealousy or bruised egos, just people appreciating and enjoying good music.
@@mediamannaman And everytime I watch it, I notice yet ANOTHER person smiling or grinning. Just love this video :)
Gentle On My Mind is one of the greatest pieces of American poetry ever. Add in superb musicianship and vocals, and this is what we get.
agree!!!
Many kudos to Jimmy Webb!
@@catofthecastle1681 Why Jimmy Webb? John Hartford wrote the song.
Agreed.
Jim very well said. And Glen is underrated. Perhaps the most talented country singer of all time. Of course along with Merle.
I am just saying but this level of talent is unheard of today in pop culture, this is off the cuff stuff done in front of a live audience. No auto tune, no post production, just a man with a great voice and his guitar. I wish that we had this again today
It's one of the blessings of being older. We could actually witness this stuff live. And yes, as you mentioned, "No auto tune, no post production". Man, I miss those days. Yep, "the good ole days".
When a guitar player as good as Roy Clark looks at Glenn the way he did, that’s all you need to know how good Glenn was as a guitar player. RIP
Agree 100% great observation
@@edgrube8089 I second that agreement
I wish my wife looked at me like that 😄
Believe it or not, even Eric Clapton said the greatest guitarist he ever saw was Glen Campbell.
@@timwesthoff9136 Eddie Van Halen wanted to take lessons from him.
I never go a week without listening to this masterpiece. When I chill this is where you'll find me. Glen Campbell was one of a kind.
I listen to this almost every night . A master of guitar and vocals. What a talent!!
Listening to this man sing and play guitar is better than drinking beer. Rest in peace Glen.❤
And good with beer too
His solo has such nice phrasing..... So many players are all over the fret board just showing off technical prowess, without saying anything worth listening to.
He's not SHACKLED to anything but raw talent. I miss him so much.😢
He was one of the best guitar players ever. A lot of people overlooked his talent. When you have the people like Chet Atkins Roy Clark looking at you in admiration as you play says a lot.
Agree BDee !
Glen just started the song like it was nothing, and played it like he'd known it his whole life. He was a maestro, no doubt.
Yes, and don't forget Alice Cooper.
He was allso a great admirer of his guitartalent.
Grete Nissen very true. When Glen passed, I saw Alice in an interview where he mentioned that he would sometimes get guitar lessons from GC.
He was an incredible talent, much more so than so many 'artists' nowadays. Too bad he had so many demons but then again, so many creative, talented people seem to have them. It's almost as if they go hand in hand.
Regret I didn't appreciate just how talented he was when he was with us.
Me too I never knew 🙏
I'm only 23 and I love every song of his.
I'm 59 and just remembered him for True Grit and Lineman for the County, only recently appreciating him for the genius that he was on the guitar. Now I can't take my eyes off his hands every time I watch him play. His kind will never come again. Thanks Glen and Roy
Me either I feel bad that I didnt really discover him until after he died
Plenty old recordings. Dude had his own golf tournament! Like Andy Williams :stars of yesterday
When Roy Clark looks on in amazement, you KNOW you've reached the pinnacle.
People seem to forget that Glenn Campbell is considered to be one of the greatest guitar players of any genre that has ever lived
and many have no clue who he was...or that he even had his own TV show.
And even less know how good Jerry Reed was...............
@@ShenTree Agreed 👍💯
@@ShenTree Absolutely The ⛄️ Snowman could pick.
more like people seemed to never know to begin with
Everybody loves Glen at his best. This song is solid Platinum and GOLD. PURE GOLD. rest in peace, Glen. you were the best.
Len Hummel I'll drink to that. I miss his TV specials.
Unbelievable guitar playing
and just humble as heck. He went and did it, didn't stick everyones face in it, he just did it, enjoyed it and so did we.
Len Hummel I never got to say goodbye to him didnt get to see him for like 5 years to
Len Hummel ...the best ...thank you for posting pure gold song by one of the best pickers ever any era .....peace and goodness always...jd
1:53 When Glen pulls such a lick with such legends as witness, one of the best music moments of all time!
I’m 67 and grew up listening to GC and pretty much all the fine talent in this video. I also loved Motown and the Beatles. All that to say that, although I always liked his music, I never fully appreciated him until after he passed. Maybe age makes you more sensitive but I now get goosebumps listening to him, especially knowing about the struggles he faced later in life. ❤️
This is just incredible. His composure, the strength in his voice, a room full of legends just wrapped up in his performance. Unreal ability
No boastfulness, just talent.
Chet Atkins and Roy Clark studying his chords, that's when you know you are a legend !
I never knew the great talent Glen Campbell was until I saw the Wrecking Crew video, he’s has recording credits on about 700 records, like Good Vibrations, Johnny Angel, to Strangers in the Night,, all I can say is WOW.
If Roy Clark is watching you in awe, you know your good.
My takeaway was that fellow great guitarist, Roy Clark, who has intermittently played with Glen Campbell over the years, was being a good sport but was all the while wishing he would have been part of this performance too. However, you could be right!
I agree, my take as well.
More than anything it appeared to me,that the immensely gifted Roy Clark was yearning to play along with his friend.
i agree too... he was itching to play but he stood back to let his friend play something what will never be repeated... you cant beat 'live' when you see those expressions... bye the way who is the girl with the nice smile and shortish brown hair... she is on timeline at 2:02... thank you.
Janie Fricke
Abso fucking lutely.
I can listen to this over and over again and it always brings a smile. RIP Glen - you were a master and you are missed!
The fact that he was so humble about blowing his idols away with that performance tells you everything
One of the most underrated guitarists of all time.
+eight inches he was great. i wish i had discovered him earlier (i am 19). i would have loved to get tickets to one of his concerts when he was well.
Joe Carpenter
It's not too late to enjoy his music.
No, that's true.
It's been an incredibly rewarding three months getting familiar with his music - his virtuosity and flawless balance between his picking and that soaring, versatile tenor.
+eight inches He was not "underrated" at all. Prior to making it big in his solo career he was the most in demand session guitar player in LA. He played on hundreds of albums for a wide variety of musicians, mostly uncredited. He was an amazing guitar player. Even in "I'll Be Me" when he is struggling with the debilitating effects of Alzheimer's he could still play amazing guitar solos, seemingly by instinct.
A ROOM FULL OF RESPECT! The late and great CHET Atkins, Crystal Gayle, Ray Stevens, Willie Nelson, Roy Clark, B J Thomas, Waylon Jennings, Bobby Bare just to name a few. And a humble and confident Glen Campbell!!
Well said.
And let's not forget the great Johnny Hartford for those magnificent words he penned to paper. They are more than words. They are capsules of people's lifestyles and of their lifetimes. My very own lifestyle matches them so well.... All up, so much beautiful music from so many legends and Glen sure does have that guitar leading the way on this one. Thank you to all.
Yesiree.. It's magic when the melody, the words telling the story and the singer interprets it like a master ..
BonTonRule e
B. J. is really rockin that mullet!
That look on Crystal's face as Glenn is playing the guitar solo is pure and priceless! 💞
yep...so much love and respect there in that circle...they all knew what a monster he was.
yeah that's that look
I'm not sure that look is what I'd call pure, but it is priceless for sure.
He could have had her then and there if he wanted😘!
Hello how’re doing
I am of Indian ancestry born in Brooklyn NY but moved to Houston, TX in 1979, I was like nine years old listening to Rhinestone cowboy jumping from couch to couch to that song. This song in particular is so sweet. I love this man and I love country music. I miss Texas and that down south country hospitality.
Glen doesn't always receive the credit he deserves, for being a great guitarist. A lot of people don't know, that he was one of the most sought out session guitarist in the business, before he made it as a solo artist. He played on a ton of albums. Rock, and Country.
the wrecking crew
Including Presley and Sinatra. And a soaring, distinctive voice to boot. Mind-blowing talent....I Hate that man!
... and the Beach Boys!
I HATE IT when some know it all says “A lot of people don’t know....”
We aren’t cretins! Many of us have loved music our whole lives---and not just the top 40!
So damn right Helen.
People who start a comment off with that remark are hoping we DON'T know so that they can tell us!
But you are so right. We DO know these things about Glen. Why wouldn't we?
Like yourself, I have lived through so many styles of music over the years. Rock and Roll, Rhythm and Blues, Folk, Country, Punk, Reggae, etc, etc, and I'm so glad I was around for ALL of it.
I could compare the class against the trash and Glen Campbell was the one that made me take an interest in the guitar......7 years ago when I was 60!
Rather late I know, but the last 7 years have been so musically enjoyable. I just wished I had taken it up in 1960.....instead of when I WAS 60!.
But better late than never I suppose.
You cant even put into words how good this is.
This man is one of the greatest entertainers of all time.
kcozgrove chuck wasn't a great player like glen.
I WONDER WHAT HIS MOM THOUGHT ABOUT HAVING SUCH A TALENTED SON?
One of the finest singers ever, and his guitar skills were other worldly.
Fun fact glen campbell taught a couple of lessons to eddie van halen that's how good of a guitarist glen is easily in my top 10
Nice voice, nice looking, great guitar player. Great Entertainer too.
@@jesusqueriapa8655 not a fact tho, Eddie wanted time with Glen but never got it.
You got that right
There's a famous story of Eddie Van Halen of once asking Alice Cooper, who was a good friend of Glen's, to book Eddie a guitar lesson with Glen.
Now, that's the way it's done. Rest in Peace, Glen Campbell. Glad you stopped along our way.
Amen to that.
What a guitar genius this man was, rest in peace Glen.
The talent on that stage is beyond what words can describe
Now that he's gone, all we can do is, just rejoice every time we hear the sound of his voice. One of my favorite country singers. May his soul rest in peace.
Have you taken a look at the 10 min. CBC morning short posted here (entitled, FAREWELL) - very well done. Interestingly, he states in it that he did not see himself as a 'Country Singer' per se, but someone who liked good songs, which of course says so much about his endeavours and choices. He was a very bright star that has NOT burned out!
Amen🔱🔱🔱
💜💚💜
What a prodigy. Only Glen could have a room full of legendary musicians watch him with childlike curiosity and splendor.
so very well said.
This is like watching pure genius!
I love glen Campbell 🤗
And some thirsty women
Massive happy all round!
Jan 2020! Still in awe of this Master of Music
youps ,really GOOD !
March 2020 here^^
June 20/20. MAGA
@@shannonclark6758 the trump cult always has to bring their insanity into everything. F trump.
Purely incredible talent.
Imagine being a son or daughter or grandchild of Glen and at any time you watch this video of him playing in front of the some of the greatest in country music history. Then you see this audience react in spontaneous and genuine awe. enjoyment and love for the man and his skills and talent. For Glen's descendants this legacy performance is beyond precious.
AGREE!!!
His daughter sang with him for the last years.
I sent his son Dillon a friend request and he accepted. 😊😊
Nice comment Arthur
He was a terrific performer definetely up there with the greats.
I've never met a guitarist that knew of Glen Campbell and didn't respect him. Whether you like country, rock, or any other type of music, there's just no denying the virtuosity of Glen Campbell on guitar. One of the finest pickers to ever play the instrument.
Willie’s facial expressions say it all. Listened to this 30 times in the last two weeks. So great!
@gobigorange absolutely.. That cheeky grin during the solo!
Of course he was.
What’s his second name. Willie what?
I’ll take that thirty and raise you ten 😀
At first, Willie is just listening. Then when Glen says: "I'll play one.", Willie looks up. There's a video of the two of them on stage, and Glen does something *similar* to this break ... but different. So he has two different breaks for this song that most guitarists couldn't handle! Wow!
Like so many others on here, I've watched this dozens of times; it never gets old. I especially like watching the drummer -- he's definitely into it, along with everyone else.
The most talented performer ever - even in a room of legends he still shines like a star in the sky.
Yep those men played with Elvis
Doesn’t he just.