Going to California (Led Zeppelin) Acoustic Cover

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  • Опубліковано 27 лис 2024

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  • @arthurbristol1611
    @arthurbristol1611 2 роки тому +14

    I like the thinking behind this, waking up in the morning, "What should I do today? Well, Robert Plant, Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones aren't here, so maybe I should sit down in front of a camera and play all their parts at the same time." Excellent thought, in the right hands.👍😎🙋

  • @AugeredInn
    @AugeredInn 3 роки тому +47

    This is one of those rare and exceptional times when the song, the voice, and the instrument have meshed together in near perfect harmonious frequencies. It is pure pleasure to watch and listen to this fantastic version of Going to California.

  • @simonhall4277
    @simonhall4277 8 місяців тому +6

    Fantastic version of the song. Thanks

  • @bobdagosta9515
    @bobdagosta9515 4 роки тому +49

    I was in high school when LZ released this, and learned how to play it then. Been watching covers of this for a long time. This is the best I’ve heard. This guy is the real deal.

  • @craigpatterson8551
    @craigpatterson8551 7 місяців тому +3

    Well done! Beautiful!

  • @karenladyape3077
    @karenladyape3077 8 місяців тому +4

    I love song, great rendition!❤

  • @vazquezluis81
    @vazquezluis81 4 роки тому +4

    Best cover of going to California

  • @DanB-nz2un
    @DanB-nz2un 11 місяців тому +4

    Hard to stop replaying this! Wow! What a wonderful combination of voice and guitar.

  • @benjaminhogue4125
    @benjaminhogue4125 3 роки тому +4

    Well done. Made my sunday.

  • @A_A_K_123
    @A_A_K_123 3 роки тому +22

    Thank you Christopher. You may not own the song, but you **owned** it. One of the best covers I have ever heard.

  • @AriMalatesta
    @AriMalatesta 3 роки тому +2

    And two years later, coming back. This is beautiful. Thank you.

  • @nowhereman1371
    @nowhereman1371 2 місяці тому +1

    Came across this particular cover just now. Don't know why I decided to explore covers of this most excellent song at the moment, but I'm so glad I did, or I might have missed THIS one forever! A very well crafted and performed rendition sir!

  • @seachestkey
    @seachestkey 4 роки тому +14

    Christopher, your own voicings and interpretations made this experience interesting and an unexpected joy for all. Thanks for all your hard work.

  • @toddgreen3435
    @toddgreen3435 8 місяців тому +2

    Excellent cover. Impressive travis picking.

  • @louiscastellitto5884
    @louiscastellitto5884 2 місяці тому

    This is sick!!! I'm 62 years old.That's the best cover.I've ever seen in my life... I've heard bands do This song but I never seen Anybody
    Play it and sing it at the same time

  • @professordeb
    @professordeb 2 місяці тому +2

    Just coming across this nine years on. What a lovely cover!

    • @nowhereman1371
      @nowhereman1371 2 місяці тому +1

      Yes indeed it is. Came across it just now myself. A mere two hours after you. Don't know why I decided to explore covers of this most excellent song at the moment, but I'm so glad I did, or I might have missed THIS one forever!

  • @Skrelnick222
    @Skrelnick222 3 роки тому +6

    This guy can play anything, perfectly. So good!

  • @JERRYF16
    @JERRYF16 4 роки тому +104

    Yeah, I’m listening in 2020. I find this master piece absolutely fantastic. Excellent job my friend. ✨👍

    • @kevincosgrove948
      @kevincosgrove948 4 роки тому +4

      Jerry Sheldon The vibe is serene. Really is a unreal performance.

    • @trevortumminia5237
      @trevortumminia5237 3 роки тому

      Same here Jerry Sheldon!!! Great, kind comment ❤️

    • @lysalf
      @lysalf Рік тому

      2023 here.. and I will be back in 2024 😅

  • @nitramza861
    @nitramza861 3 дні тому

    That was beautiful. Your guitar playing is so clean, and your vocals are on point. 👏

  • @jj-iu1fm
    @jj-iu1fm 6 років тому +81

    All the thumbs down are guitar players still struggling to play an open G.

    • @deniseg812
      @deniseg812 5 років тому

      HAH!

    • @stephenfiore9960
      @stephenfiore9960 5 років тому

      ...If they would have just tried an “Open E” , they wouldn’t have been so critical...

  • @randalskinner1194
    @randalskinner1194 Рік тому +4

    I listen to this cover everyday on my headphones in my line up of favorites…….and it never gets old!! He’s that good! Thank you, Christopher, your an amazing artist and I tip my hat to you,sir.🎩🎸🎧🤙🏽

    • @dankenkel2329
      @dankenkel2329 5 місяців тому

      I’d like to hear the rest of your playlist.

  • @johncox7627
    @johncox7627 2 роки тому +3

    Your playing, your tone, your voice, all great. Well done Sir.

  • @Ravco99
    @Ravco99 2 роки тому +3

    Stunning cover even in 2022. Great job !!

  • @rustyO2489
    @rustyO2489 3 місяці тому

    Absolute class! Very flowing style…👏👏👏

  • @MrFonseca75
    @MrFonseca75 9 років тому +22

    The best cover ever...made it your own

  • @lallare99
    @lallare99 Рік тому +3

    Going in thinking it was a guitar only cover of one of my favorite songs. Blown away, great job man!

  • @joesheeran2122
    @joesheeran2122 2 роки тому +2

    Fantastic, really excellent all the way around.

  • @jochem420
    @jochem420 2 роки тому +3

    Brilliant arrangement

  • @faz1991
    @faz1991 5 років тому +23

    best cover of this song ever - hands down

  • @wxnpew
    @wxnpew 2 місяці тому

    Your gift is undeniable. Good covers of exceptional songs are blessings to those of us who strive to learn more and can acknowledge we will never achieve the skills set of so many who can. Congratulations sir. With much envy.

  • @thelastrebelshow1627
    @thelastrebelshow1627 6 років тому +3

    With You Tube videos you never know what you may get. You are one of the rare true talents that do exist on You Tube and it’s truly a pleasure to have come across your videos to enjoy and learn from being a guitar player myself. Thank you. 🤘🔥🤘

  • @marshallscott1022
    @marshallscott1022 3 роки тому +8

    Hard to find anything at all wrong with this personalized version. An amazing performance in my eyes.......uh, ears actually. I was totally immersed in the raw harmonious marriage of his ringing guitar prowess and vocal dynamics. I guess the 44 closed minded “experts” are unhappy that it doesn’t sound exactly the same as Zepp’s version?

  • @jz4901
    @jz4901 2 місяці тому

    Excellent, excellent work. Thank you for posting. I'd thought this was unplayable as a solo piece, but yours captures the spirit nicely. Taking inspiration from you. Cheers and thanks!

  • @STEFRICH60500P
    @STEFRICH60500P 5 місяців тому

    Bravo ! You are in my phone now, and i listen to you quiet everyday 🎉😊

  • @tonitonlos
    @tonitonlos 7 місяців тому +1

    WTF - sooooo cool - looks so easy but... nice playing - nice voice - good performance

  • @jamesjam65
    @jamesjam65 6 років тому +4

    absolutely beautiful performance Chris. Thanks for sharing this!

  • @ronmounts8075
    @ronmounts8075 Рік тому

    Wowwww!!!!!! Absolutely Beautiful my Freind!!!!! Just Amazingly composed and Wellllllllll Done!!!! Hope you are Chasing Musical Career Freind!!!!! You Definitely Got This!!!!!!!!!!

  • @just1mansopinion
    @just1mansopinion 3 місяці тому

    That, my friend, was exquisite and pure perfection. Cheers\=/\=/

  • @JeremyMuise-tv8dv
    @JeremyMuise-tv8dv 3 місяці тому

    Ive listened to alot of covers, and alot of this song.
    This is a masterpiece, thank you for putting this out there

  • @filmusikchannel7596
    @filmusikchannel7596 8 місяців тому +1

    Awesome

  • @ElroyJetzberg
    @ElroyJetzberg 9 років тому +20

    this should have thousands of views I've been playing for 35 yrs this was very well done nice job you have talent my friend

  • @musicalcontessa4275
    @musicalcontessa4275 7 місяців тому

    Your version is masterfully executed and your voice is causes an emotional ripple............absolute perfection!!!!

  • @tammyaikman1990
    @tammyaikman1990 8 років тому +25

    How the fuck are there thumbs down on this ??? Jesus such talent

    • @sinjon
      @sinjon 8 років тому

      I'm only guessing but he did flub the lyrics in one or two places

  • @matthewholme297
    @matthewholme297 3 роки тому +5

    This is an absolute mind blowing performance of a great song sent chills down my spine you are brilliant

  • @WICKY.419
    @WICKY.419 2 місяці тому +1

    Yo this guy needs more recognition for this this is heattt

  • @davidhenderson1412
    @davidhenderson1412 2 роки тому +2

    I have finally started to learn this piece of music legend and came across your interpretation of it. Beautiful!
    A wonderful uplifting gift to the ears that has given me, thank you.

  • @cshartley101
    @cshartley101 3 роки тому

    Very impressive. I was a bit sceptical when I clicked, but so glad I did. My favourite Zep song. Always loved the line "trying to find a woman that's never never been born"

  • @pitchingnrx
    @pitchingnrx 4 роки тому +6

    I always knew "Going to California" had untapped potential. No Led Zep versions quite got me there, but this DOES.

  • @tonystevenson7967
    @tonystevenson7967 2 роки тому

    Beauty Song and Excellent Voice Brother!!!

  • @fuita227
    @fuita227 Рік тому

    Mister...you got a great voice, and your picking is super impressive...enjoyed.

  • @remydya2001
    @remydya2001 2 роки тому

    Bravo bravo bravo!! Great cover!! Really impressive!!

  • @jajs283
    @jajs283 Рік тому +1

    Wow! Just stunning

  • @carltimmons3198
    @carltimmons3198 Рік тому

    This is why I love music. Capturing life as a melody. Well done sir!

  • @johnjlanejr
    @johnjlanejr 8 років тому +3

    I almost never comment on UA-cam...but that was stellar. Thank you sir!

  • @ChitruShrestha
    @ChitruShrestha 8 років тому +6

    Can't describe the beauty of this cover.... its beautiful ♥ ♥

  • @lawrence2087
    @lawrence2087 9 місяців тому

    Late to the party, but that was just excellent. Best cover of my favorite song I have heard!

  • @mike-cb1yx
    @mike-cb1yx Рік тому

    Beautiful...one of my favorite Ked Zeppelin songs

  • @0ViciousV0
    @0ViciousV0 3 роки тому +2

    I got chills... Amazing rendition!💯

  • @ryanm9052
    @ryanm9052 4 роки тому +1

    Love your playing!!...and the icing on the cake is your voice!!!

  • @RRW276
    @RRW276 8 років тому +3

    Good Lord, this is utterly amazing.

  • @larsaspenstrom6950
    @larsaspenstrom6950 3 роки тому

    Very very good i love it good playing and singing.this song is my one favorit zeppelin,s song,s.🎶🍻🙏👍

  • @trevortumminia5237
    @trevortumminia5237 3 роки тому +3

    Wow, I didn’t know that he was going to sing as well!! This was insanely good!! Stay safe out there, amazing job!!! 😀😀😀

  • @chipmeister111
    @chipmeister111 11 місяців тому

    I'm a huge fan of Led Zeppelin and have a big space in my heart for this particular song. You covered it beautifully with your own unique voice and guitar work.
    Thank you for posting this for all of us. I'm gonna check out your channel and subscribe for more.

  • @dieselman7453
    @dieselman7453 10 місяців тому

    Very good my man cheers from Ireland I like the way u improvised and made it your own 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🎸🎸🎸

  • @congerscott6064
    @congerscott6064 Рік тому +1

    I know this video is 8 years old but man that was awesome, great playing and singing skills 👍🏆.

  • @johnnyballinger1558
    @johnnyballinger1558 8 років тому +1

    out FRIGGN standing!!!! what a inspiration!!!!

  • @gwenierobinson
    @gwenierobinson 6 років тому +6

    Absolutely beautiful cover of one of my absolute favorite Led Zeppelin songs!!! I definitely subscribed to your channel and will post this video on my social media. I hope you keep it up and look forward to hearing more from you. ♥️

  • @Sandro6336
    @Sandro6336 2 роки тому

    this ist the best acoustic Version of this Song i´ve ever heard. Guitar and Vocals are really great and in a very nice smooth timing. I love this Version. THX for sharing, Christopher ...rock on

  • @edwindude9893
    @edwindude9893 4 роки тому +1

    Crisp, clear, accurate and full of skill. Time spent in concentration and learning is time well spent my Brother. Fantastic and pure.

  • @geo.cgeier3435
    @geo.cgeier3435 10 місяців тому

    What a great job on this classic song ! Loved it!

  • @PrideofAmerica7332
    @PrideofAmerica7332 6 місяців тому

    Just beautiful, Brother. You nailed it!

  • @jimmypage6142
    @jimmypage6142 2 роки тому

    Beautiful! Sounded so good! Guitar vox just rich warm and brown sounding!

  • @TheGemStudios
    @TheGemStudios 2 роки тому

    Checking in April 2, 2022 and this still remains one of the best covers. The drift to silence in the end had me wanting more. Great work

  • @TheFridgeMonsters
    @TheFridgeMonsters 2 роки тому

    Outstanding Chris - Treading on hallowed ground and you did an outstanding job. Thanks for sharing your beautiful covers.

  • @78tag
    @78tag 11 місяців тому

    Excellent intro (I wasn't getting the sound of it because of the imagination put into it) then this bloomed into a classic arrangement. Well done my friend.

  • @juice4047
    @juice4047 4 роки тому

    This should be viral. People need to appreciate how hard this song is to play let alone sing along to at the same time. Brilliant mate

    • @gerrydenicore3063
      @gerrydenicore3063 Рік тому

      Amen Juice! I’ve been working on doing just that every day 30 min to an hr. For the past 15 months. I’m nowhere close. The dude sets a high bar.

  • @willharbin
    @willharbin Рік тому

    This is absolutely incredible talent. Amazing arrangement. Well done.

  • @dannyjlogue
    @dannyjlogue 6 місяців тому

    Excellent work, inspiring thank you

  • @J.Deseth
    @J.Deseth 8 років тому +2

    OMG this guy voice is jaw dropping!! Great cover - just wow - thank you for sharing this amazing gift with us

  • @Gnarmarmilla
    @Gnarmarmilla 3 роки тому +1

    That was beautiful man.
    I love that drop D sound so much. You make it quite soulful too.
    Please keep making acoustic guitar music, the world needs it.
    May God bless you in every way to do so.

  • @bradcameron1376
    @bradcameron1376 4 роки тому +1

    This has to be by far the best I’ve ever heard. You are an amazing storyteller my friend.

  • @dougellis6762
    @dougellis6762 2 роки тому

    well done Christopher that was amazing

  • @orangescout1967
    @orangescout1967 4 роки тому +1

    Real neat rendition...loved it!

  • @davedeleuil9514
    @davedeleuil9514 2 роки тому

    I just flat out enjoyed this! Now I'm inspired to give a try too!

  • @daveflint3725
    @daveflint3725 5 років тому +1

    Perfect. I’m a life long Zep fan, and all I can say is perfect.

  • @Underdog_Basketball
    @Underdog_Basketball 3 роки тому

    Wow. Beautiful! I'm listening to this in 2021. I hope to find more videos on your channel.

  • @sparkster65
    @sparkster65 2 роки тому +1

    Bravissimo!!!!!!!!!

  • @furo21
    @furo21 2 роки тому

    I love 😍 this performance really nice I have no word

  • @rdamico2531
    @rdamico2531 3 роки тому

    Totally Awesome! Well done! Amazing Talent/Gift!

  • @dennisbaker277
    @dennisbaker277 4 роки тому

    AWESOME VERSION of a hard song...robert would scream some of the words...u had a soft version of the song..i like..great job, man

  • @theluisaleman
    @theluisaleman 4 роки тому +1

    Mind blown I love the feeling u put behind this

  • @im_Spade_
    @im_Spade_ 2 роки тому

    Absolutely awesome 👍

  • @moogoomoogoo5990
    @moogoomoogoo5990 2 роки тому

    So good. I keep watching it.

  • @cutlass71469
    @cutlass71469 Рік тому

    Simply brilliant sir

  • @sherwoodgruber9487
    @sherwoodgruber9487 8 років тому +1

    Amazing. Blown away....

  • @dartcreekfarmllc9313
    @dartcreekfarmllc9313 3 місяці тому

    Wow, 9 years and I’m just now seeing this?! 😢 You should be at the top of the UA-cam heap. I am inspired to set my goals this high…at age 56.
    Great job man, thank you!
    I’ll definitely gonna be able to pick up some chicks if I learn this song 😅

  • @360XDxbox
    @360XDxbox 3 роки тому

    My god just beautiful voice and guitar playing! Well done!!!
    It's a yes for me

  • @juice4047
    @juice4047 4 роки тому +217

    This should be viral. People need to appreciate how hard this song is to play let alone sing along to at the same time. Brilliant mate

    • @MikaelLewisify
      @MikaelLewisify 3 роки тому +9

      It’s actually not that hard, but damn, this guy does it well.

    • @jdssportscards
      @jdssportscards 2 роки тому +2

      Agreed! Chris is the master!

    • @newtonbhatta7769
      @newtonbhatta7769 2 роки тому

      @@MikaelLewisify do you think you can teach me how to play these chords ? I have never played guitar before.

    • @MikaelLewisify
      @MikaelLewisify 2 роки тому +1

      @@newtonbhatta7769 this is maybe not the best song for a beginner to learn. Maybe start by learning some basic Travis picking. Then, if you’re feeling ambitious: ua-cam.com/video/oRcCHZCLFsk/v-deo.html

    • @robthefirefly
      @robthefirefly Рік тому

      Completely agree

  • @ciaranklly
    @ciaranklly 2 роки тому

    Absolutely first class.- so soulful. I've listened to it so many times. Hope all is well with you.

  • @TerryMasri
    @TerryMasri 5 років тому +1

    Simply beautiful!