Snooks Eaglin is an absolute number one. His silky voice and his unusual guitar technique are amazing. George Porter and Ken Blevins also offer a memorable and effortless performance.
I keep coming back to this one time & time again because it's PERFECT. Snooks was a master of both rhythm & lead guitar,plus about 20 other styles, and his voice was immaculate. A unique artist who will always be missed.
I've always loved Snooks' playing but to see him do it, it is so surprising! What a strange technique... But listen to THAT sound, wee runs and such a strong tone from the Telecaster. Listen to 1:48-1:50 and 2:00 to 2:20 GENIUS! In fact, this is fantastic: all of it. A great song, soulful vocals and a stinging guitar part. What a loss to music!
I agree. But loss may be the wrong word. You could also say the Snooks was a gift to the music. He lived and had a splendid career. We are blessed to have his recordings. Thank you Snooks!!
Snooks was about to play Jazzfest and Mr. Porter Jr. was unhappy. I was working Stage Krewe when George let me know that the cheap plastic chair we had out for Snooks was not going to work. George said he would Rock right out of it. There are no real chairs near stage #1. Special Forces (the equipment trailer dudes) laughed at me when I called them. Luckily I noticed a security guard way back near the fence with her own real chair. I went out there and told her my story and she smiled and said no. She tried to run me off but I wore her down. In the end, Snooks rocked, George smiled and the nice security lady saved the day.
Ce titre est dans ma tête depuis si longtemps et toujours avec tant de plaisir. J'aime le son si particulier de Snooks Eaglins. (This song is in my head for so long and still with so much pleasure. I like the sound so special Snooks Eaglins.)
I've never heard of this guy but I was reading a Clapton interview and he had so much praise for this guy I thought I should check him out - Class. Cheers Eric!!! Ha
I didn't grow up in that era, but heard Snooks while driving through states, randomly settled on a Blues radio and instantly fell in love with his work. This one in particular for how catchy it is!
Truth and talent always shine... and the truth is the Guitar Center hang outs who amaze themselves with the two licks they know ... They have neither the soul nor talent to create music they only copy it and add a differnt effect... and most ot the time badly. Snooks created soul .... RIP our friend
the drummer is Ken Blevins. Played with John Hyatt on the Slow Turning LP and often tours with him. Loved to go hear Snooks at the Rocn N' Bowl back when it was upstairs on N Carrolton & Tulane.
I come back to this every year or so. And ALWAYS play it about ten times in a row. He's just so amazing. Especially love that combo of rhythm and lead guitar! Snooks will always be one of the all-time greats.
Simplemente perfecta 😍 Snooks tremendo, pero la banda y sobre todo Porter at his best. Una de mis canciones favoritas y esta versión es simplemente insuperable 👏 genial
just heard about his passing -- sad day for music this guy will always be one of the greatest .....makes me feel good every time I hear him ----- ..........amazing talent
one of the greats . note when he sings that one line " i got it bad like a told you before " at the end of that line he does that vocal modulation so reminiscent of the late great Sam Cooke
The right hand of God...guitarists used to watch up front, trying to figure out his singular technique, while simultaneously lifting their jaws off the floor! Only ONE Snooks Eaglin, y'all!
Nobody plays remotely like The Blind Bombadier, The Human Juke Box, New Orleans Secret Weapon...his right hand was otherwordly! I recall seeing him at Rock'n'Bowl, doing Winchester Cathedral...I was smiling so hard, my face was sore for hours! The man was a singular virtuoso, if he wanted, he could shred virtually all of the competition away...but he wasn't about that, it was about serving the song & having a rhythmic, good time, y'all! Thank goodness for the greatness of Snooks Eaglin!
Snooks with George Porter..man it doesn't get much better! So thankful I got to see them play at the rock n bowl in 2002. That was a highlight of my NOLA trip.
Captivating...This is one of the greatest performances ever by any artist. Proves one doesn't need an expensive guitar either...just a cheap Squier and an expensive voice. Whenever I return here I have to play this video at least 5 times.
I first read about him, an album review, "Out of Nowhere". Then he played a rare, out of New Orleans gig at our local folk fest. They sadly only gave him about 5 songs! Thankfully I got to see him at New Orleans Jazz Fest a number of times, a Black Top Records Artist night, Rock'n'Bowl, at Mid City Lanes, a few times, Louisiana Music Factory, in the Quarter and also the San Francisco Blues Fest...sorry bout the reminiscing, just recounting some of those great performances.
There's a lot of fuss, quite rightly, about how one of Hendrix's biggest innovations was to mix rhythm and lead playing, something which comes up a lot in any discussion of Eaglin's technique. It turns out that there are three basic ways to do it. First, is to use rhythm strumming to play the lead melody arpeggios, mostly as an 'interruption', such as a break, fill or solo in any of the 'conventional' lead or rhythm playing in a track. The musician who was most influential upon Hendrix that happened to have this kind of technique in their repertoire was T-Bone Walker (and you can clearly hear it in one of the solos in Jimi's Watchtower, interestingly played in a 'funky' style which was actually very uncharacteristic of Walker and was more akin to what most people might associate with the guitar in Isaac Hayes's Shaft theme single, which was a huge hit a few years later) but you can also hear quite a bit of T-Bone-like of 'rhythm played as lead' in Sister Rosetta Tharpe's performances (which mostly influenced Chuch Berry, who in turn also strongly influenced Hendrix). The opposite way round is to play 'lead as rhythm' or even a third way, 'fully intertwining lead and rhythm' and this latter is actually the Eaglin signature. Unlike the T-Bone or Tharpe techniques, this, instead of acting as a 'variation' is actually often going on throughout the entire performance: it actually often sounds like there are really two guitarists on stage when Snook's playing, simply because, except when he's doing certain solos, you can't actually see or hear 'the join' because what he's also actually typically doing is also including part of the bass line in his rhythm treatment in order to make the 'lead notes' stand out more, which he needs to do, simply because everything is just so 'simultaneous'. When he combines this with his unique Flamenco-like left hand 'frailing picking' which gives his overall sound a blisteringly fierce level of attack, you often find yourself not quite able to put together in your head exactly what you are hearing and seeing in the clip, simply because the strongest lead notes often seem to be somehow uncannily 'buried' inside his 'super abrasive' strum-based rhythm treatment. So the next time someone says something like 'oh yes, that lead and rhythm thing, Hendrix did that', get them to watch this, it will probably blow their mind.
The reason you don't hear this stuff on the radio and in the charts is the wantabees that call themselves musians today you know the ones that hang at guitar center and amaze everyone with their two licks is the suits that now run the industry don't know s from shinola when it comes to real talent they only want to sell to tenny boppers who got the money but not the talent or taste to appericate or play this real music RIP Snooks you were real and had talent
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this guy is so under rated, he is better than the ones we hear of on mainstream
If you can't dig this groove you are officially dead.
Snooks Eaglin is an absolute number one. His silky voice and his unusual guitar technique are amazing. George Porter and Ken Blevins also offer a memorable and effortless performance.
I keep coming back to this AMAZING video.
Pure RAW talent. A thing of the past!
What a voice..what a sound !
I keep coming back to this one time & time again because it's PERFECT.
Snooks was a master of both rhythm & lead guitar,plus about 20 other styles, and his voice was immaculate.
A unique artist who will always be missed.
One of the national treasure of New Orleans ad Lousiana. Thanks a million times for sharing this !
I've always loved Snooks' playing but to see him do it, it is so surprising! What a strange technique...
But listen to THAT sound, wee runs and such a strong tone from the Telecaster.
Listen to 1:48-1:50 and 2:00 to 2:20
GENIUS!
In fact, this is fantastic: all of it. A great song, soulful vocals and a stinging guitar part.
What a loss to music!
I agree. But loss may be the wrong word. You could also say the Snooks was a gift to the music. He lived and had a splendid career. We are blessed to have his recordings. Thank you Snooks!!
Grin on the drummer's face says it all. He knows this is one of the moments that make all his work worthwhile. Peak experience!
My all-time favorite guitarist. There is no way I could express my love for him.
one of the most talented and inspiring people I've ever seen
This makes me so happy I get goosebumps every time!
this is the best thing ever. please never delete. i come back regularly (for years) to hear this. SNOOKS is the man.
Same! I can't stop watching! Oh, to have been there...
Same!!
same！this man is a bomb！
I feel like at least 100 of these views are mine.
Honestly. This trio tops ZZ top!
Yeah, do it Snooks!!!
George has the funk to boot.
Man those guys are setting a DEEP groove
George Porter Jr from The Meters on bass.
He's the Mack Truck of the Funk World.
Snooks has got soul. I love him!
Snooks was about to play Jazzfest and Mr. Porter Jr. was unhappy. I was working Stage Krewe when George let me know that the cheap plastic chair we had out for Snooks was not going to work. George said he would Rock right out of it. There are no real chairs near stage #1. Special Forces (the equipment trailer dudes) laughed at me when I called them. Luckily I noticed a security guard way back near the fence with her own real chair. I went out there and told her my story and she smiled and said no. She tried to run me off but I wore her down. In the end, Snooks rocked, George smiled and the nice security lady saved the day.
Found this by accident, cool tune and sweet playing
Snooks Eaglin - so under rated !
Sure is. One of the greatest guitar player ever.
Ce titre est dans ma tête depuis si longtemps et toujours avec tant de plaisir. J'aime le son si particulier de Snooks Eaglins.
(This song is in my head for so long and still with so much pleasure. I like the sound so special Snooks Eaglins.)
YES!!! SNOOKS!! WHERE YOU BEEN ALL MY LIFE!!! IN NORLENS I BET!! BANANAS!!!
I was lucky enough to see Snooks at JazzFest in the late '90s.
Best damn song & rendition EVER !!
Best I've heard on this song. Snooks covers ALL the parts ;) Makes a trio sound like a quintet.
It's never too late to discover this gem, is it?
All these guys are having a great time, looks to me. Good stuff, thx for uploading.
Holy crap, man, what a guitar, what a voice!
Snooks is the man ❤🎶
This man is the best in this kind of music! I like George!
I've never heard of this guy but I was reading a Clapton interview and he had so much praise for this guy I thought I should check him out - Class. Cheers Eric!!! Ha
I didn't grow up in that era, but heard Snooks while driving through states, randomly settled on a Blues radio and instantly fell in love with his work. This one in particular for how catchy it is!
Truth and talent always shine... and the truth is the Guitar Center hang outs who amaze themselves with the two licks they know ... They have neither the soul nor talent to create music they only copy it and add a differnt effect... and most ot the time badly.
Snooks created soul .... RIP our friend
This 'un always makes me smile. Thx for the upload, man.
What a POCKET... Love love love this.
Snook plays so effortlessly and yet with more feeling than so many others more famous.
the drummer is Ken Blevins. Played with John Hyatt on the Slow Turning LP and often tours with him. Loved to go hear Snooks at the Rocn N' Bowl back when it was upstairs on N Carrolton & Tulane.
Thought that was him. He is the drummer on John Prine's last album as well.
At first I thought it was a very young Jeff Ballard, the dude who played with Brad Mehldau and Joshua Redman. The likeness is uncanny.
His groove is the voice of Louisiana ! Rip. MV
WOW!...Pure Class!
I come back to this every year or so. And ALWAYS play it about ten times in a row. He's just so amazing. Especially love that combo of rhythm and lead guitar! Snooks will always be one of the all-time greats.
SNOOKS MAGIC
Simplemente perfecta 😍
Snooks tremendo, pero la banda y sobre todo Porter at his best. Una de mis canciones favoritas y esta versión es simplemente insuperable 👏 genial
Love this, wish Id found it years ago!
Where skills and soul meet. 🔥
just heard about his passing -- sad day for music
this guy will always be one of the greatest .....makes me feel good every time I hear him -----
..........amazing talent
one of the greats . note when he sings that one line " i got it bad like a told you before " at the end of that line he does that vocal modulation so reminiscent of the late great Sam Cooke
What a soulful man. His voice and playing are out of this world!
behind his sunglasses we all live!
to all you otther guitarists ist the world go wild wilds go ilds!!!
Brilliant!!!
It kills me I never got to see Snooks.
Listen to "that certain door" in is great.
To jest jeden z najbardziej radosnych muzyków świata. Wychowałem się na nim
Snooks, How can I find the words. We always wait too late. I wanted more than anything, to see you play alive. Thanks for the legacy.
ronnierayjenkins
This looks like the kate 1990s or so. I just got the word he died today. I really loved Snooks, saw him everytime I visited New Orleans.
If you try to learn to play like Snooks by looking at him your head will explode
My head almost exploded just listening to him play.
The right hand of God...guitarists used to watch up front, trying to figure out his singular technique, while simultaneously lifting their jaws off the floor!
Only ONE Snooks Eaglin, y'all!
Made me stand up and shout, goodness gracious me
Amazing, love this, I agree 100%, don't delete
I had no idea......... Damn man! Hottest trio I’ve heard in a long time.
my heart is broken.. we wont ever see his equal ever again.
he never turned in a bad performance
i love you always, snooks
shally
Snooks lives!
Can’t stop listening to this. This video is like heroin to the ears
dang snooks is the man!
This is a timeless one off never to be surpassed. I try to do it just like he did to the best of my abilities.
Nobody plays remotely like The Blind Bombadier, The Human Juke Box, New Orleans Secret Weapon...his right hand was otherwordly! I recall seeing him at Rock'n'Bowl, doing Winchester Cathedral...I was smiling so hard, my face was sore for hours! The man was a singular virtuoso, if he wanted, he could shred virtually all of the competition away...but he wasn't about that, it was about serving the song & having a rhythmic, good time, y'all! Thank goodness for the greatness of Snooks Eaglin!
I miss that dude.
Awesome❤
Wooooow. Full power
Great energy
Wow...what a refreshing style of guitar playing. Nice technique.
Holy crap.. what an awesome version
What great tone!
Snooks with George Porter..man it doesn't get much better! So thankful I got to see them play at the rock n bowl in 2002. That was a highlight of my NOLA trip.
This is MUSIC.
New Orleans royalty
The man is pure groove
This guy was brilliant...I have one of his early recordings.
Rip Snooks
yes indeed Andy c
thank you 5*
this just keeps getting better...how i miss a night of snooks at the rock and bowl...
yes indeeeed...
This is amazing!
Grove f-in city. 0:38 when your bass player looks at you like that, you know it’s good
holy moley...snooks lives.
Absolutely great my man!!
Captivating...This is one of the greatest performances ever by any artist. Proves one doesn't need an expensive guitar either...just a cheap Squier and an expensive voice. Whenever I return here I have to play this video at least 5 times.
Killer sound!
Love Snooks for ever!
I first read about him, an album review, "Out of Nowhere".
Then he played a rare, out of New Orleans gig at our local folk fest. They sadly only gave him about 5 songs! Thankfully I got to see him at New Orleans Jazz Fest a number of times, a Black Top Records Artist night, Rock'n'Bowl, at Mid City Lanes, a few times, Louisiana Music Factory, in the Quarter and also the San Francisco Blues Fest...sorry bout the reminiscing, just recounting some of those great performances.
31,000 th view. RIP Snooks.
Very good performance with a lot of groove
Wowsers
Nice performance
SNOOKS EAGLIN IS GOD!
It's Kenneth Blevins, probably best known from The Goners (Sonny Landreth, John Hiatt) and Lil Queenie & the Percolators. He's a tremendous musician.
Nothing better than snooks at Rock and bowl
HE CAN REALLY RATTLE THE CAGE ON THAT GUITAR. GO SNOOKS. LOVE IT1
So versatile, I swear on another song he was channeling Allman Brothers Guitar licks.
There's a lot of fuss, quite rightly, about how one of Hendrix's biggest innovations was to mix rhythm and lead playing, something which comes up a lot in any discussion of Eaglin's technique. It turns out that there are three basic ways to do it. First, is to use rhythm strumming to play the lead melody arpeggios, mostly as an 'interruption', such as a break, fill or solo in any of the 'conventional' lead or rhythm playing in a track. The musician who was most influential upon Hendrix that happened to have this kind of technique in their repertoire was T-Bone Walker (and you can clearly hear it in one of the solos in Jimi's Watchtower, interestingly played in a 'funky' style which was actually very uncharacteristic of Walker and was more akin to what most people might associate with the guitar in Isaac Hayes's Shaft theme single, which was a huge hit a few years later) but you can also hear quite a bit of T-Bone-like of 'rhythm played as lead' in Sister Rosetta Tharpe's performances (which mostly influenced Chuch Berry, who in turn also strongly influenced Hendrix). The opposite way round is to play 'lead as rhythm' or even a third way, 'fully intertwining lead and rhythm' and this latter is actually the Eaglin signature. Unlike the T-Bone or Tharpe techniques, this, instead of acting as a 'variation' is actually often going on throughout the entire performance: it actually often sounds like there are really two guitarists on stage when Snook's playing, simply because, except when he's doing certain solos, you can't actually see or hear 'the join' because what he's also actually typically doing is also including part of the bass line in his rhythm treatment in order to make the 'lead notes' stand out more, which he needs to do, simply because everything is just so 'simultaneous'. When he combines this with his unique Flamenco-like left hand 'frailing picking' which gives his overall sound a blisteringly fierce level of attack, you often find yourself not quite able to put together in your head exactly what you are hearing and seeing in the clip, simply because the strongest lead notes often seem to be somehow uncannily 'buried' inside his 'super abrasive' strum-based rhythm treatment. So the next time someone says something like 'oh yes, that lead and rhythm thing, Hendrix did that', get them to watch this, it will probably blow their mind.
The reason you don't hear this stuff on the radio and in the charts is the wantabees that call themselves musians today you know the ones that hang at guitar center and amaze everyone with their two licks is the suits that now run the industry don't know s from shinola when it comes to real talent they only want to sell to tenny boppers who got the money but not the talent or taste to appericate or play this real music
RIP Snooks you were real and had talent
Ken Blevins the drummer can't be having any more fun
Badass.
If Ray Charles played guitar, it would be like this.
at the end:
'YES,.... YES INDEED'
Snooks knows how good that was