I'm seeing this more and more on the UA-cam community. Collaborations just increase everyone's viewership. It's where being helpful and collaborative and friendly becomes a benefit. Opposite this is the extreme capitalist mentality of us against them, as competitors trying to steal customers away from each other. I hope my meaning can be understood. The brain's not working so well today. Mary could make this more lyrical!
Rick's a fairly positive guy. He's a rock and jazz guy, but still has such great words of encouragement for any other style that does various things well. I enjoy his stuff.
Rick Beato is one of the most humbled person in the music industry. He is extremely gifted in his understanding and knowledge of music. Rick is a very genuine person. Truly a living legend. Rick Beato is 2nd to none.
I watch Rick. He's great. His knowledge of music is huge; his insights into music others have made are exceptional. He oozes love for music from every pore, he wears his heart on his sleeve ... and is courageous. Much like you Mary. I appreciate what you both do. Both of you are very genuine.
i don't think there's a single guitar player whose "knowledge of music is huge". most of the work is done for them already and they never face the real challenges. because of that it is hard to consider guitar a real instrument, more an instrument for the masses to plink on. when somebody like beto talks about classical composers it;s especially ludicrous and wrong and misunderstood, and the guitar players don't know the difference
@@jgunther3398 not a fair comment - nonsense. Listen to Guthrie Govan, and tell me he doesn't know music, and that guitar isn't a real instrument. And what is a real instrument exactly?
She was obviously very touched by what Rick had said about her. As a musician, it's can be easy to impress non musicians, but it's something very special to receive such praise from musicians that you have great respect for.
I know it always meant the most to me! I remember getting a compliment from a guy in the local scene who I admired so much as a great fusion jazz and blues player, and he said something like "You got some kickass Rock chops!" ONe of the coolest things anyone ever said about me. You said it all dude
I just saw rick and Mary talking about Operator by Jim Croce. I hope I'm I don't cause any trouble but watching them in my opinion there was and is an attraction between those two. Rick is gonna be the "ray"in the song. I see a ring on Mary's hand so is she married? If she is hubby you better check your wife
Rick has completely changed my appreciation for all things music, and I would probably never heard of Mary Spender with out youtube. I’m grateful for the both of you! Keep doing it!!!
The world needs more of this. Genuine and sincere recognition of someone else’s ability, no pretence, just real appreciation. Although, in this instance, Mary and Rick are both extremely talented people.
That's not what I C. It's more like Rick seems purposely avoiding talking about her music & focusing on the marketing & how he admires her abilities, as in 'let me stick it in, sometime' =)) Y'all don't C it? It's like imagine a young gal all "I Like U 2! Tee Hee! =)
@@robertshafer8968 Mocking the messenger changes everything. Magically it erases any possibility that they may be banging each other now or in the future =)) U R a true genius! =D
A lot of UA-cam videos of "reacting to comments about me" are defensive when people are talking crap about you. It's so nice to see a positive, uplifting music/guitar community that supports and builds each other up.
It's funny that you say that because I thought Rick said something negative when I saw the title of the video since I saved his video but hadn't watched it and I didn't know they were friends. But I know Rick has tremendous respect for fellow music UA-camrs.
@@SeanHyland Let's face it. The thumbnail was clickbaity and, if one didn't know better, would think Beato said something controversial given the uncomfortable, angry look she has in the thumbnail.
Rick is usually positive. He talks about what he likes rather than complain. Unless one of his videos gets taken down. Likewise Mary is generally positive in her content. It just seems hard to think of anything negative he would have to say about her.
This makes me realize that one of the things I like about the creators I subscribe to is that they "promote" other creators so selflessly. And everytime I research those creators I am rewarded. Subscribed!
This was a real light-bulb moment. Thanks for this, Mary. I'm gonna keep grinding, and writing songs, but I feel like you just gave me permission to release them in whatever form feels right. I spend so long trying to hone these song and shape them into something that belongs on Spotify (with VERY minimal resources) but maybe I don't need to do that afterall. Maybe it's ok that they exist and that I'm not a record producer. Thanks.
This is so true. I spend so much time doing the same as you. It's time for a shift and now I feel like permission has been granted because Mary and Rick are people that don't speak half-truths. They are in it for the love of it all and are so generous and genuine. Every single Mary and Rick video I've ever watched made me a better person after watching it.
I'm doing the same - showing various points in the songwriting process for songs, uploading them as they go. I make a point just to show good takes (or partial takes) of things, even if it's just an EQ'd iPhone voice memo, because it contained some little bit of magic about which I'm excited and which is pointing me in the direction I'm going. I think my audience enjoys being along for the ride.
I think something that should be mentioned in all this is being genuine. Mary and Rick are both genuine/authentic people. I relate to them as humans that care about something as much as I do. They don't present themselves as a product and that's nice.
You have 536,000 followers, 53.1 million views with 466 Videos. Mary, you have earned all of it. You are the hardest working singer songwriter I know! Well, I don't know you but I feel like I do because you pour your heart and soul into your music and this channel. And to have Rick Beato talking about you is HUGE!!! He is the best, isn't he. Anyway, congratulations on your continued success. If you were my daughter I would be very proud...
Ms. Spender, I love this post. Your humility, grace and gratitude for Rick's words is both heartfelt and inspiring. May life bestow upon you the blessings you so rightly deserve.
The best ever thing about the Internet is the access and exposure to so many wonderfull and talented folk out there, rather than what the record labels and radio stations want you to hear. Thanks Mary.
Rick is the best. His love of music and people comes across so powerfully. You have inspired me into thinking about music and media differently. I must be just a bit older than Rick, so I'm lucky to still be open to learning from you guys. Keep being you.
I admire your intelligence, your talent, your creativity, and a your honesty. And I can listen to your voice for hours. Thank you for sharing all of that with us…
Mary, you a large part of what music is evolving towards. I'm comforted by that. You are a lovely human being and I Love the content you put out. Keep writing and producing wonderful music. God Bless.
Rick Beato is a genuine asset to modern music, I like most of his material, it is great to see artists supporting each other. Mary is unique, enough said. I think labels are finished, it is all about independent production and promotion now.
I think there is still a place for labels, but not for every one of them. Some labels have a great editorial line that makes them worth following, and more than often this kind of labels try to find and expose artists they genuinely believe in and matches their vision of what great music is (I think of Peliagic Records for example). That said, most labels don't seem to be like that and are more interested by trends and money that music and artists, those one are likely to die, no big loss.
Ok but stepping it back. What is anyone trying to do!? - Whether they be record cos, UA-cam content producers, or 'independant' musicians!? Answer - Get noticed! And promote their music, goods, channel etc!! And hopefully earn an income from their efforts! And i have no issue with that!! We all need money!! So as a music co. Say we like somebody and their music. Therefore we approach the artist/group. And are prepared to invest money. And put management and promotional resources into the deal. Plus industry connections! In other words. We like what you are doing. We see your talent and potential. If you are interested we are open to reaching a deal! And even though it involves music - which most of us love!! And is something special to us. Nevertheless at that level. It is a business deal! In which both parties are bringing something to the table!! And personally. I wouldnt be interested in anything that isnt fair and equitable!! Who needs that hassle!!!? Nor would we want to take over the artistic life of anybody! - Outside of offering constructive knowledge and advice. And since none of us know everything to start with. Only a dunce wouldn't, at least be open to listening to that! But the final say on artistic matters and style - stays with the artist! You can't own people as such!! And that would be made clear!! After all that is what interested us in the first place!! Anyway the upshot is....In any deal. Once you have a contract! You cannot expect to have everything your own way!! When both parties are making an investment!! 1 example. A few years back. A friend and i were asked by a record co. To go and speak to a band that had been given an initial development grant amounting to several thousand dollars? In todays money maybe equating to around $300,000. Anyway, we were asked to give them a 'tickle up'. As they were a no show! They hadn't been to any studio in about 8 months or so! What we found was...Having received this money! These guys were living the 'rock star lifesyle!' Only they were not putting in the effort!! The point is problems with these deals are not one sided!! Anyway, in the end. Everyone has the option of seeking good advice. And if they are not happy! Both sides can say no to any contract!!
Sorry my encounter with Rick showed me that he does not realize the meaning ship of censorship. During The Joe Rogan, Neil Young episode, basically because he liked Neil Young he claimed Joe Rogan needed to be pulled from Spotify. I believe in freedom of speech, but when you demand somebody else be pulled then you're committing censorship.
@@davidtaylor351 the love of creating, performing, discovering, or listening to music isn't limited to those who have a need to earn a living. I work in a very demanding, esoteric, and analytical field. Writing and arranging music is how I retain my sanity and reconnect with what makes me human. Sure, I probably have some mild talent and skill, but I'm the quintessential definition of an amateur hack. I don't need to perform or chart for music to bring me joy. If I had to rely on performing, I would get little out of music because the nature of my job makes that next to impossible. That said, I will always support those who love what I love and are trying to feed themselves and their family with it, whether they're a busker on the corner, a solo guitarist in a bar, or a band with a great sound. You do what you do and play what you play and I'll have your back. I appreciate your comments and dedication.
I have been following Rick Beato for a few years now and only discovered Mary yesterday. Wonderful discovery and now knowing Rick likes her made me happy. May your success continue.
Rick is a multi-talented person and when he says something positive about someone or something I tend to take it as gospel and treat it as something worth listening to.
Objective opinions are valued high. Rick can pull out the best of things he doesn’t necessarily enjoy and doesn’t ever present his opinion as fact. His enthusiasm towards all music is something to be admired. Probably one of the most genuine people on the net.
Typical Someone chimes in who has no idea what objective opinion even means. Pull your head out and return when you have an objective opinion of your own but if your gunna cry because Rick said a song you like is junk, go cry yourself a river.
So we're all having this great conversation about people being nice to each other, and then someone has to go and manufacture some inconsequential scat to spoil the good vibes.
I am about the same age as Rick, and historically I do find myself listening to local college radio to find “new” music. My girls are 15 and 13 and I have learned to embrace the newer technology, UA-cam, SoundCloud, podcasts, all these avenues have opened up a wealth of new talent to me. I still love the NPR tiny desk concerts and the various folks I hear from the SXSW concerts out of Austin. Rick really is a generous and thoughtful artist in his own right. Keep up the fine work Mary!
I watched you and Rick together playing and singing along with Jim Croce's "Operator". It was very sweet. You are both on a higher vibrational frequency and rising. You are part of a wonderful wave of humanity that is happening now on a global level. Surf's up. Thank you for being so heavenly and yet so down to earth.
Well Mary, you and Rick have convinced me with your talent and opinions. I’m in. The two of you have created a venue for my enjoyment and musical experiences. At 61 years, I have truly started learning again. You’ll never know how important and meaningful this is to me aside from this statement. It runs much deeper than that for me. I owe you both a wealth of thanks beyond my ability to repay.
You can often tell how genuine someone is when you look at their eyes. Mary you are the real deal. Never stop being you. You are not only so talented, I fell for you a few years ago, now I respect you more then ever.
Mary conducts a master class in how navigate and make a living using streaming platforms like UA-cam. She's figured out how to ply her musical craft without being a slave to a music company. As an old dude I confess I don't really understand how this new music world works but Mary Spender is giving me a much needed tutorial. She has so many followers and hits because she is talented, personable, and severely intelligent.
Honestly the audio is fine. We're spoiled by perfection in videos these days that sometimes we forget about the effort/planning needed for those videos where everything is perfect. Rick does have a very American perspective on music though (Makes sense, lol) It isn't as cut and dried as he thinks, it's bleak sure but there is always a possibility to break out. The music world is a massive place.
My 2 favorite UA-camrs on one video!!! I "found" you and Rick through UA-cam's algorithm. Both of you have inspired me. Rick inspired me to learn more about music and music theory and you have inspired me to think that I could learn guitar at a ripe old age of 59! Thank you both for jumpstarting my musical education!
I understand what you’re saying about CDs but I like getting a physical product, to be able to read about the songs, look at photos and to see who played what instruments. Even who engineered and mixed an album. That’s why I liked vinyl albums so much. Maybe I’m strange!
I have dabbled in alt rock, folkish stuff, and in between to find my audience/voice, but my main interest is metal. I like prog metal in my repertoire but as a solo musician, not having a good vocal, haven''t quite achieved that goal, so general heavy metal it has been leaning towards. But hearing you give credibility to the metal scene is refreshing and encouraging.
Mary, Rick , this is so inspiring! I've been sort of lost on what to do these days, and you and Rick among a handful of others have been clearing my mind on what I need to do. Thank you!!
I don’t think any label deserve a voice as luxurious as yours. I melt when I hear your voice. I discovered the magic of your voice on your cover of Fast Car with Leo.
Rick is an amazing talent. Its no wonder he would recognize another amazing talent. As a musician I appreciate the knowledge Rick charitably gives us on a regular basis. And the amazing beauty that is you Mary proves that humanity still exists. I thank you both
You are one of the most emotionally healthy singer songwriters I have ever encountered. You seem to have a grasp on the profession that few have been able to harness. Well done.
This was so worth watching again. Mary, you set a poised, clear, warm and real standard that we all aspire to. Your music, information and life are so helpful, especially now. Thank you!!
I have never heard of you before today, and if it were not for Rick I would not know who you are. This was a very heart-warming video, and I am glad you are doing well!
Well said, Mary! When I decided to get back into music and guitar, I stumbled upon one of Rick's videos, which led me to Rhett, You, Adam, Tomo, Dan & Mick, and so many others... I am grateful for your candid approach and being real. Some might say vulnerable, but that in itself is a strength. The short of it- Thank you for being you and doing what you do! Travel safe!
In this disproportionate world of huge labels with little time for the starters and small struggling independents, we need more people like Rick. I bet he gets thousands of emails from the audience every day who discover the genuine talent out there or the criminally underrated.
With your musical skills, I expect it wouldn't take you long to learn if you wanted. Although you've already got plenty of arrows in your quiver. Respect.
@@naibafabdulkobor4301 -- Rick Beato is a musician who has a deep understanding of music theory and who has his own channel where he breaks down songs, discusses musical instruments, interviews other musicians and things of that nature.
As much as I love Mary's songs and tell my friends about them, I could just listen to her talk. It's the tone of her voice. It'ss extremely reassuring and confident.
I can't figure why it took me so long to find this video. Love you & love Rick. I Live in Atlanta, I've met Rick but we are not close friends but he is absolutely brilliant! So glad he has mentioned you. You are obsoletely amazing! Keep it up
Honest, genuine, authentic, modest all of which Mary possesses and projects. Wow, just so rare in today’s world. Thank you Mary for demonstrating how we should all be living our lives. Caring for others and admiring their talents. Wether your a musician or a listener like me, we can all benefit from Mary’s example of how to be. Thank you Mary.
I've been playing guitar for a bit more than a year now. I discovered your channel after 2 weeks of playing in June 2020, never missed a video since. You're such a inspiration and I'm always amazed about how a french person like me can find for people like you on the internet. UA-cam is a great plateform if people use it the way you do. Keep up with the good work Mary !
Thanks to Rick for bringing me back here and to you for your genuine and heartfelt passion for creating music and understanding the world of that which helps make it accessible to so many.
Hi Mary- nothing wrong with your face near or far. I've been enjoying listening to musicians like yourself, Reina del Cid, Sammy Copley, Emily Linge, Cuan Durkin and Allie Sherlock. I'm so thankful to all of you guys for sharing your wonderful music. I recently enjoyed Beato's video on what he considers to be the finest Rush song.
Your channel has helped me so much with learning how to simply talk about myself and be honest and open about things that I felt like I needed to be closed off about in the past. You are such an incredible artist and a warm, exciting person. Thank you.
I love your music and as a Rick Beato follower for many years, I found you on UA-cam. I hope we’ll hear more from you and hopefully create an album of some sort (I know, this is old fashioned, but, I’m one of the older guy’s :-)) Wishing you all the best in your carrier , I would love to hear more about the musicians, you’ve recorded, they are just ass awesome, as you !! Aloha from Hawai’i !!
As an older fan of independant music, I fear missing out on the album experience. there are great songs that stand on their own, but to hear an album in it's entirety...the end of side one...the start of side two....how it all ends....there is an art to that. In any event, you have gained a new fan today, Miss Spender...I look forward to more.
I love albums so much. It’s an whole experience, whilst a song is only a piece of the puzzle. It’s nice to see the whole puzzle out together in full rather than just one pretty piece.
Totally agree, and we have the greedy fucks who run the major labels and Spotify et al to thank for the demise and dumbing down of a beautiful art form. The value of music to most youngsters is z e r o these days thanks to the persuit of money.
I miss the anticipation of peeling the plastic cover off and cracking an album open for the first time, being disappointed if the inner sleeve was a boring plain white, or the thrill of discovering it has all the lyrics and other liner notes printed on it, especially info about studio musicians and production personnel. Before the internet, if you couldn't afford to buy music magazines, that was the only way to learn anything about your favorite artists, even if it was just a little, it was a lot more than the cheap white blank sleeve had to offer.
You guys both demonstrate so many important ‘life lessons’ that are relevant not just to the music business, but to all endeavors, all walks of life. Your lessons are universally applicable no matter what one is trying to accomplish in life. Thanks for sharing the journey.
I'm so glad to have stumbled on to your channel again. Refreshing, intelligent straight from the heart. God I hope you don't change. The music industry left a bitter taste in my pallet years ago. I just gave up sadly. I still love music and people like you are revitalizing the hearts of many. Look forward to your unique insights. Thank you!
I think you are so genuine and clear about everything. I love it when people are so human and natural :) Thank you. I wish you the very best now and always. Keep it up.
What I really love about Mary is that she is a UA-camr who puts out actual music as well. So many of these guitar UA-camrs only do their UA-cam stuff, but Mary is releasing her own songs, touring, etc. beautiful voice and range and outstanding guitar chops.
So nice to view these great musicians in such a candid manner. Mary Spender and Rick Beato are really genuine folks without ego problems. Their warm hearts would be more than welcome in my life anytime.
Damnn.. Rick Beato is the best. He is the music's best found influencer. A genuine genuine music lover. Knowledgeable, ready to share his knowledge. And hence this video of him talking about you is so special. And of course, you're amazing. Seen most of your guitar videos and they're fab.
Mary, you are such an immense source of inspiration. I've been following you since (idk) 4 years maybe? And you are genuinely someone that is part of my "daily" routine. Thank you.
I like CD's. Great quality, small, indestructible. You can rip the cd and save in case you need it again in the future, without the horrible scratching inherent in vinyls.
True, lived through the vinyl years. Nothing like the sticking record at the wrong time, but then I realised my only functioning C.D. player is in the aging car. I may search out a discman I could plug in.
@@capecoast52 I rip my cds and import into iTunes, which is on my phone. I always have backup copy in CD format. I like having both. I have some old vinyls but that is a pain in the arse, plus the scratchy sound sucks.
Me too though they're not indestructible. One reason I rip mine is because some start deteriorating around 20 years (especially limited edition ones that were really CD-Rs). Vinyl lasts longer but I detested the poor quality of some - in fact for some singles I suspected that was deliberate because IIRC ones returned to the store didn't get subtracted from the UK sales charts. I returned 3 copies of Mama by Genesis before the store played the whole batch and they were all bad!
Yeah, me too. Yes, I also have digitized all my CDs to Listen to them on my Phone. But I really like pulling a CD from the shelf an listen to the entire album. I am also lucky to have an old school record Shop close by. There is some thing about that process of browsing through physical media, that I really like.
Vinyl at its best is better but vinyl at its best is rare, difficult to keep better, and is a comparative pain to use. It wears out more. It wears out playback equipment more (needles). Its scratches are audible. Dust is audible. You can’t use it in a car. You can skip if something shakes your player, even someone slamming a door in another room (depending on your building). Average CD’s are better than average vinyl. The problem with CD’s is that the format was released a bit early, before they got the resolution quite to vinyl levels through high enough sampling rates.
Mary, wishing you all the best! Thank you for sharing with us. You are a kind, gentle, genuine soul. Please continue following your heart and making your own path forward. You and Rick have both inspired me. I have started my musical journey later in life. Better late than never.
There was something to be said about wandering around a record store when I was younger, buying some random album, and discovering something good. I know you can sample stuff today, but it’s not the same feeling. That’s one of the few things that record labels allowed, but they were always looking for the next Beatles, Eagles, U2, etc. and not so much finding something new. I love your channel. You never seem to be someone other than who you really are and you love what you do. Thanks.
So, old school here but I like a "Physical" music source that I can plug into car, burn to mp3 if need be, and load into decent CD player to crank on old school stereo pre amp, power amp, eq, and JBL loudspeakers. Oh yes, and vinyl too. Like liner notes to peruse.... Do not like mp3 compression, nor having to interface with a computer to listen to tunes. And as others have said > record stores, and sharing that experience with other music fans - in person with real live people. Online media does not suffice for that type of personal interaction.
I love records, the best media for recreating music, but youtube is the ultimate "juke box". We can listen to almost any kind of music, also watch videos in many cases. Also, the sound quality of youtube music videos has become excellent, so while I'm old skool (very old in my case!), I appreciate online music too, even if it doesn't have a "physical" media source, other than my computer.
damn. the single most real, honest, transparent, truthful video i think i've ever seen around here. that was beautiful, mary, thank you so much for that, and for being here for us.
Its actually just refreshing to see people being nice to each other and supportive. Good on you both.
It's insane that simple civility is noteworthy. It used to be the norm.
I'm seeing this more and more on the UA-cam community. Collaborations just increase everyone's viewership. It's where being helpful and collaborative and friendly becomes a benefit. Opposite this is the extreme capitalist mentality of us against them, as competitors trying to steal customers away from each other. I hope my meaning can be understood. The brain's not working so well today. Mary could make this more lyrical!
Rick's a fairly positive guy. He's a rock and jazz guy, but still has such great words of encouragement for any other style that does various things well. I enjoy his stuff.
Looks like germ-ing to me.
Get a room
Rick Beato is one of the most humbled person in the music industry. He is extremely gifted in his understanding and knowledge of music. Rick is a very genuine person. Truly a living legend. Rick Beato is 2nd to none.
He's not wrong Mary, we love you dear
Mary's down-to-earth presentation style is so engaging and endearing ❤
She's pure class.
And her spiffy English-accent.
Beautiful words!!! I am so lucky to know both of YOU guys!!
And I'm lucky to watch all the three of you
Hell yeah. Tomo!!!!!
Wonderful!!!! Tomo, Mary and Rick what a combooo
I know you, and tyler and mr beato and john Mayer wow name droppings.
I love your channel too
I watch Rick. He's great. His knowledge of music is huge; his insights into music others have made are exceptional. He oozes love for music from every pore, he wears his heart on his sleeve ... and is courageous. Much like you Mary. I appreciate what you both do. Both of you are very genuine.
i don't think there's a single guitar player whose "knowledge of music is huge". most of the work is done for them already and they never face the real challenges. because of that it is hard to consider guitar a real instrument, more an instrument for the masses to plink on. when somebody like beto talks about classical composers it;s especially ludicrous and wrong and misunderstood, and the guitar players don't know the difference
@@jgunther3398 fair comment. I am still able to enjoy and respect their perspective.
@@jgunther3398 Define "real instrument".
@@jgunther3398 not a fair comment - nonsense. Listen to Guthrie Govan, and tell me he doesn't know music, and that guitar isn't a real instrument.
And what is a real instrument exactly?
@@jgunther3398 I totally agree with everything you said/wrote here.
Mary is a genuine person, an amazing songwriter/performer, and humble. She’s the real deal 🎸
I was just about to type those very same words
She was obviously very touched by what Rick had said about her. As a musician, it's can be easy to impress non musicians, but it's something very special to receive such praise from musicians that you have great respect for.
I know it always meant the most to me! I remember getting a compliment from a guy in the local scene who I admired so much as a great fusion jazz and blues player, and he said something like "You got some kickass Rock chops!" ONe of the coolest things anyone ever said about me. You said it all dude
I just saw rick and Mary talking about Operator by Jim Croce. I hope I'm I don't cause any trouble but watching them in my opinion there was and is an attraction between those two. Rick is gonna be the "ray"in the song. I see a ring on Mary's hand so is she married? If she is hubby you better check your wife
It's gratifying when the people who you admire from a distance turn out to be good people in person - and occasionally become proper friends.
It gives you some hope for mankind...
...and we need that.
@@KitagumaIgen amen to the last line
@@KitagumaIgen 💯
Wolfpack united for LOVEBITES!
Rick is LEGEND)))
He is a Great and EXTREMLY Talented musician!
Mary is *Just a Sweetheart! And Also CRAZY Talented musician!!!!!!!*
Rick has completely changed my appreciation for all things music, and I would probably never heard of Mary Spender with out youtube. I’m grateful for the both of you! Keep doing it!!!
I think Rick wants 2 do Mary. 1'st thing I thought besides 'nice accent' was 'reminds me of his wife' HAHA
The world needs more of this. Genuine and sincere recognition of someone else’s ability, no pretence, just real appreciation. Although, in this instance, Mary and Rick are both extremely talented people.
That's not what I C. It's more like Rick seems purposely avoiding talking about her music & focusing on the marketing & how he admires her abilities, as in 'let me stick it in, sometime' =)) Y'all don't C it? It's like imagine a young gal all "I Like U 2! Tee Hee! =)
@@Deathrape2001 wow dude…
@@Deathrape2001 coming from the name “Deathrape”…
@@robertshafer8968 Mocking the messenger changes everything. Magically it erases any possibility that they may be banging each other now or in the future =)) U R a true genius! =D
A lot of UA-cam videos of "reacting to comments about me" are defensive when people are talking crap about you. It's so nice to see a positive, uplifting music/guitar community that supports and builds each other up.
It's funny that you say that because I thought Rick said something negative when I saw the title of the video since I saved his video but hadn't watched it and I didn't know they were friends. But I know Rick has tremendous respect for fellow music UA-camrs.
Yes, I almost didn't click on this. I'm glad I did.
@@SeanHyland Let's face it. The thumbnail was clickbaity and, if one didn't know better, would think Beato said something controversial given the uncomfortable, angry look she has in the thumbnail.
Rick is usually positive. He talks about what he likes rather than complain. Unless one of his videos gets taken down.
Likewise Mary is generally positive in her content. It just seems hard to think of anything negative he would have to say about her.
@@kevink1575
Yup, definitely clickbait.
This makes me realize that one of the things I like about the creators I subscribe to is that they "promote" other creators so selflessly. And everytime I research those creators I am rewarded. Subscribed!
So happy to see both of you on the screen at the same time. We need more collabs between music UA-camrs!
Yes more collabs. Create an online community. Support one another. World needs that positivity.
This was a real light-bulb moment. Thanks for this, Mary. I'm gonna keep grinding, and writing songs, but I feel like you just gave me permission to release them in whatever form feels right. I spend so long trying to hone these song and shape them into something that belongs on Spotify (with VERY minimal resources) but maybe I don't need to do that afterall. Maybe it's ok that they exist and that I'm not a record producer. Thanks.
You can really see that Mary is genuinely feeling honoured with Rick's video.
She deserves it.
I get that drift too . A good message !!
This is so true. I spend so much time doing the same as you. It's time for a shift and now I feel like permission has been granted because Mary and Rick are people that don't speak half-truths. They are in it for the love of it all and are so generous and genuine. Every single Mary and Rick video I've ever watched made me a better person after watching it.
I'm doing the same - showing various points in the songwriting process for songs, uploading them as they go. I make a point just to show good takes (or partial takes) of things, even if it's just an EQ'd iPhone voice memo, because it contained some little bit of magic about which I'm excited and which is pointing me in the direction I'm going. I think my audience enjoys being along for the ride.
I think something that should be mentioned in all this is being genuine. Mary and Rick are both genuine/authentic people. I relate to them as humans that care about something as much as I do. They don't present themselves as a product and that's nice.
You have 536,000 followers, 53.1 million views with 466 Videos. Mary, you have earned all of it. You are the hardest working singer songwriter I know! Well, I don't know you but I feel like I do because you pour your heart and soul into your music and this channel. And to have Rick Beato talking about you is HUGE!!! He is the best, isn't he. Anyway, congratulations on your continued success. If you were my daughter I would be very proud...
Your face is not gigantic love. You are gorgeous and incredibly genuine. That's why we all adore you. Keep being you.
Ms. Spender, I love this post. Your humility, grace and gratitude for Rick's words is both heartfelt and inspiring. May life bestow upon you the blessings you so rightly deserve.
What you do extremely well is talking to people like you’re talking to one person standing in front of you.
I love Mary ..she is talented, smart and drop dead gorgeous.
The best ever thing about the Internet is the access and exposure to so many wonderfull and talented folk out there, rather than what the record labels and radio stations want you to hear. Thanks Mary.
Rick is the best. His love of music and people comes across so powerfully. You have inspired me into thinking about music and media differently. I must be just a bit older than Rick, so I'm lucky to still be open to learning from you guys. Keep being you.
I admire your intelligence, your talent, your creativity, and a your honesty. And I can listen to your voice for hours. Thank you for sharing all of that with us…
Mary, you a large part of what music is evolving towards. I'm comforted by that. You are a lovely human being and I Love the content you put out. Keep writing and producing wonderful music. God Bless.
Rick Beato is a genuine asset to modern music, I like most of his material, it is great to see artists supporting each other. Mary is unique, enough said. I think labels are finished, it is all about independent production and promotion now.
I think there is still a place for labels, but not for every one of them.
Some labels have a great editorial line that makes them worth following, and more than often this kind of labels try to find and expose artists they genuinely believe in and matches their vision of what great music is (I think of Peliagic Records for example).
That said, most labels don't seem to be like that and are more interested by trends and money that music and artists, those one are likely to die, no big loss.
I'm waiting for his ABBA video. Approving or otherwise.
Ok but stepping it back. What is anyone trying to do!? - Whether they be record cos, UA-cam content producers, or 'independant' musicians!? Answer - Get noticed! And promote their music, goods, channel etc!! And hopefully earn an income from their efforts! And i have no issue with that!! We all need money!! So as a music co. Say we like somebody and their music. Therefore we approach the artist/group. And are prepared to invest money. And put management and promotional resources into the deal. Plus industry connections! In other words. We like what you are doing. We see your talent and potential. If you are interested we are open to reaching a deal! And even though it involves music - which most of us love!! And is something special to us. Nevertheless at that level. It is a business deal! In which both parties are bringing something to the table!! And personally. I wouldnt be interested in anything that isnt fair and equitable!! Who needs that hassle!!!? Nor would we want to take over the artistic life of anybody! - Outside of offering constructive knowledge and advice. And since none of us know everything to start with. Only a dunce wouldn't, at least be open to listening to that! But the final say on artistic matters and style - stays with the artist! You can't own people as such!! And that would be made clear!! After all that is what interested us in the first place!! Anyway the upshot is....In any deal. Once you have a contract! You cannot expect to have everything your own way!! When both parties are making an investment!! 1 example. A few years back. A friend and i were asked by a record co. To go and speak to a band that had been given an initial development grant amounting to several thousand dollars? In todays money maybe equating to around $300,000. Anyway, we were asked to give them a 'tickle up'. As they were a no show! They hadn't been to any studio in about 8 months or so! What we found was...Having received this money! These guys were living the 'rock star lifesyle!' Only they were not putting in the effort!! The point is problems with these deals are not one sided!! Anyway, in the end. Everyone has the option of seeking good advice. And if they are not happy! Both sides can say no to any contract!!
Sorry my encounter with Rick showed me that he does not realize the meaning ship of censorship. During The Joe Rogan, Neil Young episode, basically because he liked Neil Young he claimed Joe Rogan needed to be pulled from Spotify. I believe in freedom of speech, but when you demand somebody else be pulled then you're committing censorship.
@@davidtaylor351 the love of creating, performing, discovering, or listening to music isn't limited to those who have a need to earn a living. I work in a very demanding, esoteric, and analytical field. Writing and arranging music is how I retain my sanity and reconnect with what makes me human. Sure, I probably have some mild talent and skill, but I'm the quintessential definition of an amateur hack. I don't need to perform or chart for music to bring me joy. If I had to rely on performing, I would get little out of music because the nature of my job makes that next to impossible.
That said, I will always support those who love what I love and are trying to feed themselves and their family with it, whether they're a busker on the corner, a solo guitarist in a bar, or a band with a great sound. You do what you do and play what you play and I'll have your back. I appreciate your comments and dedication.
I have been following Rick Beato for a few years now and only discovered Mary yesterday. Wonderful discovery and now knowing Rick likes her made me happy. May your success continue.
Rick is a multi-talented person and when he says something positive about someone or something I tend to take it as gospel and treat it as something worth listening to.
Same
Objective opinions are valued high. Rick can pull out the best of things he doesn’t necessarily enjoy and doesn’t ever present his opinion as fact. His enthusiasm towards all music is something to be admired. Probably one of the most genuine people on the net.
@@TerenceA72 Yeah ive seen him slate old and new music, I have also seen him praise old and new music. Your point is?
Typical Someone chimes in who has no idea what objective opinion even means. Pull your head out and return when you have an objective opinion of your own but if your gunna cry because Rick said a song you like is junk, go cry yourself a river.
So we're all having this great conversation about people being nice to each other, and then someone has to go and manufacture some inconsequential scat to spoil the good vibes.
I'm watching a year later and enjoy learning all this new stuff: I watch Rick too. (76 year old boomer and music lover)
I am about the same age as Rick, and historically I do find myself listening to local college radio to find “new” music. My girls are 15 and 13 and I have learned to embrace the newer technology, UA-cam, SoundCloud, podcasts, all these avenues have opened up a wealth of new talent to me. I still love the NPR tiny desk concerts and the various folks I hear from the SXSW concerts out of Austin. Rick really is a generous and thoughtful artist in his own right. Keep up the fine work Mary!
I am already a Rick Beato fan. Now Mary's breath of fresh air is in my head too. Thank you Mary for your perspective on the songwriting industry!
I watched you and Rick together playing and singing along with Jim Croce's "Operator". It was very sweet. You are both on a higher vibrational frequency and rising. You are part of a wonderful wave of humanity that is happening now on a global level. Surf's up. Thank you for being so heavenly and yet so down to earth.
Rick Beato's contribution to music is priceless.
Very true!!!
Well Mary, you and Rick have convinced me with your talent and opinions. I’m in. The two of you have created a venue for my enjoyment and musical experiences. At 61 years, I have truly started learning again. You’ll never know how important and meaningful this is to me aside from this statement. It runs much deeper than that for me. I owe you both a wealth of thanks beyond my ability to repay.
Mary is truly awesome. Thanks for turning us on to her, Rick!
You can often tell how genuine someone is when you look at their eyes. Mary you are the real deal. Never stop being you. You are not only so talented, I fell for you a few years ago, now I respect you more then ever.
Mary conducts a master class in how navigate and make a living using streaming platforms like UA-cam. She's figured out how to ply her musical craft without being a slave to a music company. As an old dude I confess I don't really understand how this new music world works but Mary Spender is giving me a much needed tutorial. She has so many followers and hits because she is talented, personable, and severely intelligent.
Yes Thomas super well said and I concur
Honestly the audio is fine. We're spoiled by perfection in videos these days that sometimes we forget about the effort/planning needed for those videos where everything is perfect.
Rick does have a very American perspective on music though (Makes sense, lol) It isn't as cut and dried as he thinks, it's bleak sure but there is always a possibility to break out. The music world is a massive place.
Very sweet. This makes music so much closer and personal. Good people doing great things! All my best!
My 2 favorite UA-camrs on one video!!! I "found" you and Rick through UA-cam's algorithm. Both of you have inspired me. Rick inspired me to learn more about music and music theory and you have inspired me to think that I could learn guitar at a ripe old age of 59! Thank you both for jumpstarting my musical education!
Thank you Mary. Thank you Rick. Your channels are so genuine and sincere and thoughtful. Thank you for everything you do. 🙏🏻
I understand what you’re saying about CDs but I like getting a physical product, to be able to read about the songs, look at photos and to see who played what instruments. Even who engineered and mixed an album. That’s why I liked vinyl albums so much. Maybe I’m strange!
If you are, so am I.
Me too!
Can I join this club?
👍😎
@@eddierayvanlynch6133 🤣
@@radharcanna
Ooh! Got the name - OMC!
Old-school
Music
Curmudgeons! 🤘👴🏼
I have dabbled in alt rock, folkish stuff, and in between to find my audience/voice, but my main interest is metal. I like prog metal in my repertoire but as a solo musician, not having a good vocal, haven''t quite achieved that goal, so general heavy metal it has been leaning towards. But hearing you give credibility to the metal scene is refreshing and encouraging.
Mary, Rick , this is so inspiring! I've been sort of lost on what to do these days, and you and Rick among a handful of others have been clearing my mind on what I need to do.
Thank you!!
Good luck with your journey, Evan.
I don’t think any label deserve a voice as luxurious as yours. I melt when I hear your voice. I discovered the magic of your voice on your cover of Fast Car with Leo.
Rick is an amazing talent. Its no wonder he would recognize another amazing talent. As a musician I appreciate the knowledge Rick charitably gives us on a regular basis. And the amazing beauty that is you Mary proves that humanity still exists. I thank you both
God old uncle Rick... he’s an exceptionally generous musical educator. Fave channel on UA-cam.
Always such good advice from both Rick and Mary.There should be a 'Rick and Mary show' (once a month maybe) I know i'd watch it :)
You are one of the most emotionally healthy singer songwriters I have ever encountered. You seem to have a grasp on the profession that few have been able to harness. Well done.
This was so worth watching again. Mary, you set a poised, clear, warm and real standard that we all aspire to. Your music, information and life are so helpful, especially now. Thank you!!
I have never heard of you before today, and if it were not for Rick I would not know who you are. This was a very heart-warming video, and I am glad you are doing well!
Well said, Mary!
When I decided to get back into music and guitar, I stumbled upon one of Rick's videos, which led me to Rhett, You, Adam, Tomo, Dan & Mick, and so many others...
I am grateful for your candid approach and being real. Some might say vulnerable, but that in itself is a strength.
The short of it- Thank you for being you and doing what you do!
Travel safe!
In this disproportionate world of huge labels with little time for the starters and small struggling independents, we need more people like Rick. I bet he gets thousands of emails from the audience every day who discover the genuine talent out there or the criminally underrated.
I'm a drummer, cellist, bassist and bagpiper, I don't play the guitar; I love both you guys' channels! Both a fantastic watch! Congrats on the 500k!
With your musical skills, I expect it wouldn't take you long to learn if you wanted. Although you've already got plenty of arrows in your quiver.
Respect.
@@guywilletts2804 Thank you, just can’t get on with frets!! Love these channels though for the musical talent and insight!
Sum1 shood do 'Bagpipe Metal' = awzom =8^D
"Mary has 500K followers"
"Not quite"
*Checks* She does now
Yessssss! And btw. who's this guy Rick Beato?
@@naibafabdulkobor4301 -- Rick Beato is a musician who has a deep understanding of music theory and who has his own channel where he breaks down songs, discusses musical instruments, interviews other musicians and things of that nature.
@@ORagnar - That's pretty funny. 😄
@@naibafabdulkobor4301 Are you sure?
@@naibafabdulkobor4301 haha... very funny.
As much as I love Mary's songs and tell my friends about them, I could just listen to her talk. It's the tone of her voice. It'ss extremely reassuring and confident.
Totally agree, enjoyable speaking voice 👍 Of course I like her singing voice! 🎵🧡
Mary Spender is remarkable.
I can't figure why it took me so long to find this video. Love you & love Rick. I Live in Atlanta, I've met Rick but we are not close friends but he is absolutely brilliant! So glad he has mentioned you. You are obsoletely amazing! Keep it up
I totally agree with Rick - MARY IS THE BEST!!
Honest, genuine, authentic, modest all of which Mary possesses and projects. Wow, just so rare in today’s world.
Thank you Mary for demonstrating how we should all be living our lives.
Caring for others and admiring their talents.
Wether your a musician or a listener like me, we can all benefit from Mary’s example of how to be.
Thank you Mary.
I've been playing guitar for a bit more than a year now. I discovered your channel after 2 weeks of playing in June 2020, never missed a video since. You're such a inspiration and I'm always amazed about how a french person like me can find for people like you on the internet. UA-cam is a great plateform if people use it the way you do. Keep up with the good work Mary !
Thanks to Rick for bringing me back here and to you for your genuine and heartfelt passion for creating music and understanding the world of that which helps make it accessible to so many.
Rick is such a great guy
That's what he'll be remembered for. And for learning to play guitar like Brian May just to start dabbling in music.
Love Rick, and well now I’m following you as well. Cheers!
I was stoked to see Rick highlight you. Love him and his channel!
Hi Mary- nothing wrong with your face near or far. I've been enjoying listening to musicians like yourself, Reina del Cid, Sammy Copley, Emily Linge, Cuan Durkin and Allie Sherlock. I'm so thankful to all of you guys for sharing your wonderful music. I recently enjoyed Beato's video on what he considers to be the finest Rush song.
Wow, that was refreshing. Glad to see two people build each other up than tear each other down. Good luck to you Mary on your journey!!
Two people who care deeply about music and the good it does. Which is why I love music and such people.
Boom!!! High praise. Congratulations!!
Your channel has helped me so much with learning how to simply talk about myself and be honest and open about things that I felt like I needed to be closed off about in the past. You are such an incredible artist and a warm, exciting person. Thank you.
I love your music and as a Rick Beato follower for many years, I found you on UA-cam. I hope we’ll hear more from you and hopefully create an album of some sort (I know, this is old fashioned, but, I’m one of the older guy’s :-)) Wishing you all the best in your carrier , I would love to hear more about the musicians, you’ve recorded, they are just ass awesome, as you !!
Aloha from Hawai’i !!
Well deserved!! You’re such a joy to watch and listen to, Mary! Wishing you continued success!
Rick, you are a genius. You are the best at explaining how and why top musicians get their sound and I Love your appreciation for music..
Always appreciate behind the scenes info and tips!
Luv ya Darlin. Rick too.
I love your honesty and beauty. Resl deal!
Don't ever give up..
As an older fan of independant music, I fear missing out on the album experience. there are great songs that stand on their own, but to hear an album in it's entirety...the end of side one...the start of side two....how it all ends....there is an art to that. In any event, you have gained a new fan today, Miss Spender...I look forward to more.
I love albums so much. It’s an whole experience, whilst a song is only a piece of the puzzle. It’s nice to see the whole puzzle out together in full rather than just one pretty piece.
Totally agree, and we have the greedy fucks who run the major labels and Spotify et al to thank for the demise and dumbing down of a beautiful art form. The value of music to most youngsters is z e r o these days thanks to the persuit of money.
@@peen2804 You sound more angry than me fella.
@@christianparsons6050 oh wowee the classic “let me tell u how mad u r bro u r so mad”. yeah absolutely frothing 😂
I miss the anticipation of peeling the plastic cover off and cracking an album open for the first time, being disappointed if the inner sleeve was a boring plain white, or the thrill of discovering it has all the lyrics and other liner notes printed on it, especially info about studio musicians and production personnel. Before the internet, if you couldn't afford to buy music magazines, that was the only way to learn anything about your favorite artists, even if it was just a little, it was a lot more than the cheap white blank sleeve had to offer.
You guys both demonstrate so many important ‘life lessons’ that are relevant not just to the music business, but to all endeavors, all walks of life. Your lessons are universally applicable no matter what one is trying to accomplish in life. Thanks for sharing the journey.
I'm so glad to have stumbled on to your channel again. Refreshing, intelligent straight from the heart. God I hope you don't change. The music industry left a bitter taste in my pallet years ago. I just gave up sadly. I still love music and people like you are revitalizing the hearts of many. Look forward to your unique insights. Thank you!
Yep ! You two are my true Ambassadors of music ! You are really helping here ! Many Thanks !
Awwwww, that smile at 0:32! deserved praise, Mary!!
I think you are so genuine and clear about everything. I love it when people are so human and natural :) Thank you. I wish you the very best now and always. Keep it up.
What I really love about Mary is that she is a UA-camr who puts out actual music as well. So many of these guitar UA-camrs only do their UA-cam stuff, but Mary is releasing her own songs, touring, etc.
beautiful voice and range and outstanding guitar chops.
Is she any good?
@@ledaswan5990 yes, she’s actually very good.
So nice to view these great musicians in such a candid manner. Mary Spender and Rick Beato are really genuine folks without ego problems. Their warm hearts would be more than welcome in my life anytime.
Damnn.. Rick Beato is the best. He is the music's best found influencer. A genuine genuine music lover. Knowledgeable, ready to share his knowledge. And hence this video of him talking about you is so special. And of course, you're amazing. Seen most of your guitar videos and they're fab.
Thank you so much for doing these videos. This was a very uplifting video. You and Rick Beato definitely give us aspiring artists hope.
Mary, you are such an immense source of inspiration. I've been following you since (idk) 4 years maybe? And you are genuinely someone that is part of my "daily" routine. Thank you.
Rick Beato is a sweetheart and so are you and we love seeing your gigantic beautiful face 🥰🥰🥰 you guys make my heart soar 🦅
recently subscribed and really enjoy MB content and style. been watching Rick for a few years and think he is a rock star.
That's a compassionate gift. We can all do to each other, everyday. That"s beautiful.
I like CD's. Great quality, small, indestructible. You can rip the cd and save in case you need it again in the future, without the horrible scratching inherent in vinyls.
True, lived through the vinyl years. Nothing like the sticking record at the wrong time, but then I realised my only functioning C.D. player is in the aging car. I may search out a discman I could plug in.
@@capecoast52 I rip my cds and import into iTunes, which is on my phone. I always have backup copy in CD format. I like having both. I have some old vinyls but that is a pain in the arse, plus the scratchy sound sucks.
Me too though they're not indestructible. One reason I rip mine is because some start deteriorating around 20 years (especially limited edition ones that were really CD-Rs). Vinyl lasts longer but I detested the poor quality of some - in fact for some singles I suspected that was deliberate because IIRC ones returned to the store didn't get subtracted from the UK sales charts. I returned 3 copies of Mama by Genesis before the store played the whole batch and they were all bad!
Yeah, me too. Yes, I also have digitized all my CDs to Listen to them on my Phone. But I really like pulling a CD from the shelf an listen to the entire album. I am also lucky to have an old school record Shop close by. There is some thing about that process of browsing through physical media, that I really like.
Vinyl at its best is better but vinyl at its best is rare, difficult to keep better, and is a comparative pain to use. It wears out more. It wears out playback equipment more (needles). Its scratches are audible. Dust is audible. You can’t use it in a car. You can skip if something shakes your player, even someone slamming a door in another room (depending on your building). Average CD’s are better than average vinyl. The problem with CD’s is that the format was released a bit early, before they got the resolution quite to vinyl levels through high enough sampling rates.
Watched your video with Rick and thought the collaboration was outstanding..Glad I found your channel…
There's nothing wrong with your audio. It sounds very natural and the volume is perfect.
I love how you put things in such down to earth, reality checking, terms. You are my Yoda!
Rick's a class act.
Mary, wishing you all the best!
Thank you for sharing with us. You are a kind, gentle, genuine soul. Please continue following your heart and making your own path forward.
You and Rick have both inspired me. I have started my musical journey later in life. Better late than never.
There was something to be said about wandering around a record store when I was younger, buying some random album, and discovering something good. I know you can sample stuff today, but it’s not the same feeling. That’s one of the few things that record labels allowed, but they were always looking for the next Beatles, Eagles, U2, etc. and not so much finding something new.
I love your channel. You never seem to be someone other than who you really are and you love what you do. Thanks.
I miss weekly payday and going to my local record shop to pick up what I've ordered in or browse for something interesting. 👍🏼
This reminds me of the headphone listening stations in the old HMV stores.
You and Rick playing the UA-cam algorithm game - love it!
So, old school here but I like a "Physical" music source that I can plug into car, burn to mp3 if need be, and load into decent CD player to crank on old school stereo pre amp, power amp, eq, and JBL loudspeakers. Oh yes, and vinyl too. Like liner notes to peruse.... Do not like mp3 compression, nor having to interface with a computer to listen to tunes. And as others have said > record stores, and sharing that experience with other music fans - in person with real live people. Online media does not suffice for that type of personal interaction.
I love records, the best media for recreating music, but youtube is the ultimate "juke box". We can listen to almost any kind of music, also watch videos in many cases. Also, the sound quality of youtube music videos has become excellent, so while I'm old skool (very old in my case!), I appreciate online music too, even if it doesn't have a "physical" media source, other than my computer.
Mp3 compression can truly suck the life out of a recording compared to CD quality. Prefer something lossless.
I’m the same. I purposely went out and purchased a player and amp for my car so I can enjoy my collection on the go.
damn. the single most real, honest, transparent, truthful video i think i've ever seen around here. that was beautiful, mary, thank you so much for that, and for being here for us.
"I made $50 on my work!"
The fact that she's excited about that highlights her passion for what she does.