I've been playing guitar for over 40 years, I don't care what ANYBODY says, no guitar has a better “feel it in your BONES” deep tone than the Les Paul.
An American asked "Why are the audience so quiet?" I answered that "This isn't America's got talent, Europeans like to hear an artist rather that clapping and whooping every minute."
People talk smack about Bonamassa but it's clear to me Joe is one of the best players ever. I've been playing almost 60 years now and can hold my own any place. Joe Bonamassa is pure gold as a Blues player. Pure heart, pure tone and a living legend
Ive played over 40 myself. JB is definitely in a league most never play in, myself included. I find it hard to imagine anyone knowing how to play being critical. This is blues but in no way is this even close to encompassing what this man can do.
ROFFLMFAO! 😂😂😂 You younguns tickle the heck out of me watching you discover what we old farts have been doing for over 50 years. It makes my heart smile! 😉👍
Well said Nick...im 74 and female...and remember being young sitting in a theater watching a beach blanket movie and Dick Dale comes on...I was 13...went insane...been a guitar player lover ever since...one of my faves is Chris Rea and my fave is Gary Moore...love Joe B and Joe Satriani..Snowy White..friends w Rocky Athas...so underrated...could go on for hours❤❤❤❤❤
I love how you turn your head like a dog hearing something intriguing when he starts to shred it, and when he starts to sing ! 😂 Joe is a master of the blues. Seen him live and it is an experience not a concert.
You should type in Joe Bonamassa and Beth Hart in the search box. Their performance of I'd Rather Go Blind live in Amsterdam is really, really something to see. 26 million views.
He already reacted to Beth and Joe 'I'd Rather Go Blind'. Either he doesn't realize Joe Bonamassa is the guitarist in both the videos he reacted to or, he reacted to this one earlier and uploaded it later. A lot of these YT content creators do that. Post something on another platform then post it here later on.
He has been guitarist of the year like 3 times, not underrated , it is just people do not listen to much blues today. Definately top 10 in the world today.
Joe is a true prodigy. He began his professional career at the age of 12, opening for B.B. King. He may be the best living blues guitarist performing today. I have seen him live several times, and I swear he gets better every time. I'm looking forward to seeing him again in November.
JB is surrounded by talent - the drummer, the horn section, the keyboardist - all add layers of tone and inflection to make this an excellent performance. His duet with Beth Hart on Id rather Go Blind, the Etta James cover, highlights the talent of all the players on stage
Yes, go see him! His music will vibrate from the toes to your head then your body starts moving with every note. I have seen him 9 times and it is moving! He is the best. Love you Joe. Be true to yourself!
Joe is arguably the best blues guitarist playing now. Once you listen to more of his playing you realize none of the annoying fret slide noises are evident, his timing is impeccable and he happily shares the stage with far better vocalists like Beth Hart. You need to dive deeper into this guy.
Edward… Joe is right there, I hear you. Just try Kenny Wayne Sheppard. Same age, same influences, same timeline of recognition. I know Kenny doesn’t sing as much but give “Blue on Black”, “Aberdeen” and “The House is a Rockin “. “House” is a bit longer than the original by SRV (which I enjoy) but also has Chris Layton on drums.
Just saw Joe for the third time at our Byron Bay Bluesfest (Aus) and he is just the boss 👌 amaaaaazing tone, great and improving voice plus the best blues guitar face around 😆 sooooo gooood
So glad you’ve finally gotten the opportunity to listen to one of the greatest blues guitar players ever! I’m a huge SRV fan & always will be, but Joe is in another world. His bands are amazing, his arrangements very stylistic, but completely original. Listen to more and your decision will be made easier and this is coming from a Fender guy for over 40 years.
Joe is the best blues guitarist alive today and to be honest, one of the best to ever lay it down. This dude doesn't have a bad song. He is just AH MAZIN'!!!
I had the distinct pleasure and privilege of seeing him just once in concert. Of course he's extremely talented, having had amazing skills from a young age, but his showmanship and 110% effort just blew me away. Dressed to the nines, but getting down and dirty and sweaty and giving it his all. It's like a gift to the audience
My BF told me about Joe and I've never come down out of the clouds. Seen him live several times. He's horrifically underrated. The man's a star. And his foundation for assisting up and coming blues artists is phenomenal.
Just heard him in November, was completely blown away!! World class musician and vocalist!! His band is full of award winning musicians on top of his talents!! Must see!!! I will absolutely see him a second time!!
Smokin' Joe hooked me the first time I heard him. Been a fan ever since. This concert was spectacular. His voice keeps getting better with age. He always has the best musicians backing him up.
Saw Joe at the Federal Theater in Phoenix a few months ago. Tickets said "show starts promptly at 8PM" and they weren't kidding. At exactly 7:59:59 the stage lit up and Joe came out on fire with his guitar! It was an amazing show start to finish. In my opinion Joe is one of the best guitar platers of all time and he also has an unexpectedly great blues voice. One of my all-time favorites, plan to see him every chance I get.
This is the first time Joe played the Royal Albert hall. It was a special night and Joe and the band played really special. I've seen it loads of times now. 🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸
Yeah, me too! Joe was so filled with excitement that it rubbed off on his music, on us, and on the world! And that's just the DVD and videos that I've seen. I can only imagine what it must have been like to have actually been there. My most favorite concert of all time‼
Yes, he's married to that guitar! Tone is so much more important than the number of notes per second! I've seen them all, including Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix, Buddy Guy, and Albert King, and it is their tone that still reverberates in my old soul!
Joe has been practicing guitar for hours every day since he was 10. I've never heard him hit a bad note at a live show. Insanely talented. Binge watch him and blow your mind.
You life will definitely change if your a guitar player after you here Joe Bonamassa. I grew up in the same upstate New York town of Utica as him and I finally was not embarrassed to be from there.
Joe’s 2009 Royal Albert Hall concert is my most favorite concert of all time! I loved his guitar skills; his perfect, though less polished, vocal skills; and his youthful, exuberant enthusiasm at that concert. Joe’s music turned my life around from that of depression to that of joy! ❤ I love Joe.
His whole performance at the Royal Albert Hall is well worth listening to. I think it was BB King who was his idol and was his motivation to start guitar and blues.
I’ve been a huge fan of Joe Bonamassa, and I’m trying to collect all his recordings on vinyl! I’m glad you had the opportunity to hear and feel the Joe Bonamassa experience. He’s a huge influence along with BB, King Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton, and many others look deep into his recordings and enjoy!
Joe is awesome! Never heard him until a friend said we needed to see him in concert about 4 years ago. Amazing playing. Seeing him at Red Rocks in August - can’t wait. Joe Bonamassa and Buckethead are 2 of the most underrated guitarists of all times!!!
Joe is definitely my favorite blues guitarist (after SRV). I agree with an earlier commenter that Going Down from Live At The Greek Theater would be an excellent next listen - not only do you get to hear Joe, you get to hear SRV's former keyboardist Reese Wynans tickle the hell out of ivory as only he can.
Have you checked out Jackie Venson? Up and coming Texas blues singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist. She has appeared with Joe Bonamassa on a Blues Cruise. She's unique and very talented, winning multiple Austin Music Awards, including Best Guitarist.
I second Jody Roland’s suggestion of Joe performing Goin’ Down, live at the Greek theater, with Reese Wynans (from SRV’s band) smoking the keyboards, Anton Fig on drums and one of the backup singers is Mahalia Barnes (who should have won her season of The Voice Australia) and is the daughter of the great Australian singer Jimmy Barnes.
Also at the Greek Theatre, Joe's interpretation of Leon Russell's "Hummingbird".....incredible! I absolutely *_LOVE_* it! ❤ And the backup singers there...just WOW! Fire personified! 💥🔥💥🔥🔥
Joe's concert at The Royal Albert Hall is a must watch (it's kind of a documentary too), which is where this was from. Every single song he performs there is a banger.
I've been waiting on this. Joe was opening for BB King at the age of 12 . He's one of my top 3 guitarist and this is just one reason why . And Double crossing time Live is one of the greatest performances I've ever seen anyone do .
@@g4joe will do! The latest guitar virtuoso I @discovered for myself is Nuno Bettancourt. YOUZA He’s like Van Halen reborn. Plays with the band Extreme, whom I’d never heard of. You know him?
My friend - Welcome to the Joe Bonamassa Fan Club - I've been listening to JB for over 20 years! It's quite something to witness someone who just recently discovered, and can appreciate, him. You've just begun a deep dive, I'm sure! Some cuts I would suggest.. 'No Good Place For The Lonely" of off Blues Desperation (absolutely Killer Solo), and 'Drive' same album, AND 'Breaking Up Somebody's Home' off of 'Live - At The Greek Theater'. Again, Welcome!☮
Man Sebs, you have got to dive deep into Joe. Not only reacting though because the dude’s catalog is Massive! You are not going to believe what you find. SRV is still the GOAT for me but Joe is closer than any one else. I have been blessed with seeing him live 3 times and he is never short of awe inspiring. Hopefully before I die I will get to see one of the shows that he does with Beth Hart. I think I could happily give up concerts for good if I could see them together. One of Joe’s taglines is “always on the road” and he just about is. Not only does he tour with his own show but also has 2 or 3 side projects. The band KISS used to be the kings of merchandising but Joe blew past them years ago. I usually can point to a favorite song or two by any artist. With Joe, I would have to give you a list of like 20 favorites. I will stop ranting now. Just dive off into the rabbit hole but strap In brother cause it’s gonna be a long and amazing ride! 😎🤘🏻
Yes, like you, I can't come up with only one favorite song of Joe's, because there are so darned many.😄 One that I love, but rarely hear mentioned, is his guitar solo and vocal duet with John Hiatt in "Down Around My Place" at the Beacon Theatre....spine tingling! And Joe comes out with *GREAT* new stuff all the time!
We discovered Joe during the PBS Begathon, when they show the really good stuff. He sat on stage in a half-circle of his guitars and .... we discovered different guitars have different tones.
Been a fan for years but this is single-handedly my favorite song from him and my favorite performance of this song. He used two drummers for the Royal Albert Hall Show that he did in this video. If you haven't seen the whole DVD check out his performance of further on up the road from this show with Eric Clapton joining him the soloing back and forth between those two is just incredible.
That line up with Joe was my favourite, the rapport between Joe, Carmine, Rick and Bogie was amazing, saw them together 4 times, all small venues, fabulous 😊😊❤
I saw him live last week for the first.. twice in one week and I can say with confidence it was by far the best concert I have ever seen.. the amount of talent on stage was mind-blowing and not just from Joe
Bro how just getting around to ppl. Like This guy Joe B. Absolutely one of the best blues men of all times, up there with the rest of the blues legends...Yeah Joe is the man when he performing....Very passionate..
Chuckle..... I told you a few songs ago (I'd Rather Go Blind), that you were going to have to get into Joe Bonamassa. I'm 73 and have been there for a few years and you have a BUNCH of catching up to do. The absolute best guitar there is.
Joe puts on a whale of a show. I've seen him three times. Amazing! All star band with him, his backup singers are phenomenal. You get a chance to see him, GO!
Great comment about how important 'the s ilence' is when youre playing, also heard once, that the silence, 'implies' ALL the Possible notes and non notes and directions which is a HUGE PART of what makes it Great to our soul
Perfect example you don't need to bow to the big record companies. Yes he does many covers to keep them alive, but he has a large volume of his own music. He only surrounds himself with the very best musicians. He has collaborated with..... Well every body.
You need to watch the entire royal Albert hall video to see why. But they were his session drummers through his career and decided they both deserved a place at the Royal Albert Hall concert. Respect ❤❤❤❤❤
Sebs, I suggest that you watch this whole concert. Heck, just by the album from this concert. Guitar legend and singer, Eric Clapton makes an appearance and plays a couple of songs with Joe at this venue.
My husband is a huge Bonamassa fan. A few years ago I took him to his concert, second row! Being very longtime blues fans, it was a spectacular experience. I've had the great pleasure of hearing, listening to and knowing a great many great guitarists. I can honestly say, while I'm not the huge fan my husband is, I honestly have to say, with the possible exception of SRV, Bonamassa is probably the best I've ever heard. He's certainly, technically, the best I've ever seen live.
If you're interested in other two-drummer setups, I recommend: Tedeschi Trucks Band - "Anyhow" (Live in Studio). Rock / Blues. . . I think it'd be great for your channel for a reaction. Link here : ua-cam.com/video/NwgEELSShrU/v-deo.html
Have seen Joe twice now. Seeing him again this August in Vegas. Check out happier times live at the Royal Albert hall. Also the same drummers ( Boggie Bowls & Anton Fig) in the concert video. It will give you chills 👍🏽
I think Joe started to play guitar when he was around 6 years old. As a late starter to guitar, listen to it, enjoy it, but don't build your own playing expectations on people like him. Unless you're fantastically lucky and talented, your guitar playing will always disappoint you. Mine disappoints me!
Get thee to the concert Sebs, ya only live once and you'll never forgive yourself if you don't, he is one of the masters of blues and a fine, fine guitar player. Cheers from BC Canada!
I've been playing guitar for over 40 years, I don't care what ANYBODY says, no guitar has a better “feel it in your BONES” deep tone than the Les Paul.
He did help start rock.
A Les Paul combined with a Stratocaster is a magic combination.
Only when played by somebody who knows how to use it I hate Gibson's else Paul's but I love listening to Joe bonamassa
You may be on to something here.
Pick ups and Amps make the sound. for me Les Pauls are over priced by a mile.
An American asked "Why are the audience so quiet?" I answered that "This isn't America's got talent, Europeans like to hear an artist rather that clapping and whooping every minute."
Yes I agree these folks are being entertained
Joe is a fantastic talent. He could play better at age twelve than most of us will ever be able to imagine.
People talk smack about Bonamassa but it's clear to me Joe is one of the best players ever. I've been playing almost 60 years now and can hold my own any place. Joe Bonamassa is pure gold as a Blues player.
Pure heart, pure tone and a living legend
Ive played over 40 myself. JB is definitely in a league most never play in, myself included. I find it hard to imagine anyone knowing how to play being critical. This is blues but in no way is this even close to encompassing what this man can do.
Agreed. Completing 62, this year ...
His voice is excellent 😅
ROFFLMFAO! 😂😂😂
You younguns tickle the heck out of me watching you discover what we old farts have been doing for over 50 years. It makes my heart smile! 😉👍
Well said Nick...im 74 and female...and remember being young sitting in a theater watching a beach blanket movie and Dick Dale comes on...I was 13...went insane...been a guitar player lover ever since...one of my faves is Chris Rea and my fave is Gary Moore...love Joe B and Joe Satriani..Snowy White..friends w Rocky Athas...so underrated...could go on for hours❤❤❤❤❤
You know your good when Eric Clapton says your the greatest guitarist alive today. What a resounding endorsement from one of the best.
I love how you turn your head like a dog hearing something intriguing when he starts to shred it, and when he starts to sing ! 😂 Joe is a master of the blues. Seen him live and it is an experience not a concert.
You should type in Joe Bonamassa and Beth Hart in the search box. Their performance of I'd Rather Go Blind live in Amsterdam is really, really something to see. 26 million views.
He's reacted to them about a month ago... I don't think he realizes that's the same Joe in that video... 🤣
I think he needs to watch them perform I’ll take Care of You.
Yes we'll get to see his head explode LOL !!!!
He already reacted to Beth and Joe 'I'd Rather Go Blind'. Either he doesn't realize Joe Bonamassa is the guitarist in both the videos he reacted to or, he reacted to this one earlier and uploaded it later. A lot of these YT content creators do that. Post something on another platform then post it here later on.
Joe is great but….Beth is ridiculous. Her voice was made for the blues.
Joe is one of THE most underrated guitar players ever. He is a GENIUS!
He is considered to be the best living blues guitar player. That is not underrated.
I agree! HAND PICKED by B.B. King himself!
He has been guitarist of the year like 3 times, not underrated , it is just people do not listen to much blues today. Definately top 10 in the world today.
😁🤟🌷
I conquer absolutely!!!
Yup 👍
Joe is a true prodigy. He began his professional career at the age of 12, opening for B.B. King. He may be the best living blues guitarist performing today. I have seen him live several times, and I swear he gets better every time. I'm looking forward to seeing him again in November.
Salt Lake City guy here. Joe puts on a great show. My wife and I have seen him 4 times. Looking forward to the August show.
Yes, I think the video of that is on UA-cam. Child Prodigy (retired) morphs into one of the very best as an adult.
#facts
Yea.
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Check out Taj Farrant at 9 years old playing Tennessee Whisky. 👍🇬🇧
Gary Moore is a lost treasure! He amazes me every time I see an old video.
JB is surrounded by talent - the drummer, the horn section, the keyboardist - all add layers of tone and inflection to make this an excellent performance. His duet with Beth Hart on Id rather Go Blind, the Etta James cover, highlights the talent of all the players on stage
Yes, go see him! His music will vibrate from the toes to your head then your body starts moving with every note. I have seen him 9 times and it is moving! He is the best. Love you Joe. Be true to yourself!
Joe is arguably the best blues guitarist playing now. Once you listen to more of his playing you realize none of the annoying fret slide noises are evident, his timing is impeccable and he happily shares the stage with far better vocalists like Beth Hart. You need to dive deeper into this guy.
Edward… Joe is right there, I hear you. Just try Kenny Wayne Sheppard. Same age, same influences, same timeline of recognition. I know Kenny doesn’t sing as much but give “Blue on Black”, “Aberdeen” and “The House is a Rockin “. “House” is a bit longer than the original by SRV (which I enjoy) but also has Chris Layton on drums.
Definitely agree, he is one of the greats x
@@Kathy.Thorne Apparently, you guys have not head Eric Gales play. Do yourselves a favor and check him out.
Just saw Joe for the third time at our Byron Bay Bluesfest (Aus) and he is just the boss 👌 amaaaaazing tone, great and improving voice plus the best blues guitar face around 😆 sooooo gooood
@@MusicMan1965 ......and "Slow Ride"
So glad you’ve finally gotten the opportunity to listen to one of the greatest blues guitar players ever! I’m a huge SRV fan & always will be, but Joe is in another world. His bands are amazing, his arrangements very stylistic, but completely original. Listen to more and your decision will be made easier and this is coming from a Fender guy for over 40 years.
Joe has the perfect guitar tone and vocals for live performances. Also, all you have to do is see a band with 2 drummers live to know why.
Joe is the best blues guitarist alive today and to be honest, one of the best to ever lay it down. This dude doesn't have a bad song. He is just AH MAZIN'!!!
Agreed
Mountain time!
Joe is the man. I have been following him since he was a kid. Truly a God given talent he was put here to entertain us no doubt.😊
I had the distinct pleasure and privilege of seeing him just once in concert. Of course he's extremely talented, having had amazing skills from a young age, but his showmanship and 110% effort just blew me away. Dressed to the nines, but getting down and dirty and sweaty and giving it his all. It's like a gift to the audience
My BF told me about Joe and I've never come down out of the clouds. Seen him live several times. He's horrifically underrated. The man's a star. And his foundation for assisting up and coming blues artists is phenomenal.
Just heard him in November, was completely blown away!! World class musician and vocalist!! His band is full of award winning musicians on top of his talents!! Must see!!! I will absolutely see him a second time!!
Joe played on stage with BB King when he was 9. Been doing it for a loooong time!
thumbs up but pretty sure it was 12 and maybe 11 at the start of the tour.
Smokin' Joe hooked me the first time I heard him. Been a fan ever since. This concert was spectacular. His voice keeps getting better with age. He always has the best musicians backing him up.
Joe is brilliant. Reminds me of the late lamented Gary Moore.
Saw Joe at the Federal Theater in Phoenix a few months ago. Tickets said "show starts promptly at 8PM" and they weren't kidding. At exactly 7:59:59 the stage lit up and Joe came out on fire with his guitar! It was an amazing show start to finish. In my opinion Joe is one of the best guitar platers of all time and he also has an unexpectedly great blues voice. One of my all-time favorites, plan to see him every chance I get.
I've seen him several times live, he always starts on time. Period.
The beauty humans can create when they work together never fails to awe me ❤
This is the first time Joe played the Royal Albert hall. It was a special night and Joe and the band played really special. I've seen it loads of times now. 🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸
Yeah, me too! Joe was so filled with excitement that it rubbed off on his music, on us, and on the world!
And that's just the DVD and videos that I've seen. I can only imagine what it must have been like to have actually been there.
My most favorite concert of all time‼
My favorite concert from him by far and I've watched it many times.
Sloe gin and mountain time were special!
Joe likes to say “ it’s not the guitar, it’s the driver “. I agree 😅🎉
There are so many good tunes from that concert. Just Got Paid is my favorite. I’m seeing him this month for the 5th time. His bands are always great.
Sloe Gin got a standing 'ovulation' ;-) It's one of my faves on this album and my favorate version of it from all the albums that include it.
Joe B is a legend. His performances as a twelve year old were already stunning and he has only gotten more awesome.
Yes, he's married to that guitar! Tone is so much more important than the number of notes per second! I've seen them all, including Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix, Buddy Guy, and Albert King, and it is their tone that still reverberates in my old soul!
One of the hardest working men in the music business.
Joe bonamassa is a child prodigy at the guitar at 12 years old he opened up for BB King I think that pretty much says it all
We need more like Joe. Keep these blues alive. Virtually all music strives from the blues.
Joe has been practicing guitar for hours every day since he was 10. I've never heard him hit a bad note at a live show. Insanely talented. Binge watch him and blow your mind.
He actually started at age 4. He played autistic classical music. He is so amazing ❤
He has one of the most amazing guitar collections.
He is the best guitar player in my book. He makes his instrument talk.
I've had the pleasure of seeing him 6 times now. He's incredible. He makes guitar playing look so effortless.
I have followed him for years and am amazed how much he improves from year to year. Truly a legend in our time!!!
Joe's live rendition of "I'll Play The Blues for You" is great.
Best modern blues guitarist today. And he has written some great songs. Pure God given talent.
You have to do Goin’Down live from the Greek. Joe and SRV’s piano player set the stage on fire.
Reese Wynans
The best cover of Going Down I believe I've ever watched .
One of the better examples of what it is like to see him live.
Also, one of his backup singers is Mahalia Barnes Jimmy Barnes ( previously lead singer of Cold Chisel before his solo career) daughter.
Cant wait untill he finds SRV
You life will definitely change if your a guitar player after you here Joe Bonamassa. I grew up in the same upstate New York town of Utica as him and I finally was not embarrassed to be from there.
no need to be embarrassed...upstate new york is beautiful and full of talent...
Joe’s version of Midnight Blues is as good as it gets. He’s the man.
Joes been SMASHING IT since he was KID !!!!! he is also a HISTORIAN and RESTORER of CLASSIC guitars !!!! HIS VOICE IS ALSO "WOW" !!!
Joe’s 2009 Royal Albert Hall concert is my most favorite concert of all time!
I loved his guitar skills; his perfect, though less polished, vocal skills; and his youthful, exuberant enthusiasm at that concert.
Joe’s music turned my life around from that of depression to that of joy! ❤ I love Joe.
he was ranked as the best blues guitarist by guitar magazine in 2021
I've seen Joe perform four times and I never get tired of him. He also continues to get better all of the time.
His whole performance at the Royal Albert Hall is well worth listening to. I think it was BB King who was his idol and was his motivation to start guitar and blues.
I’ve been a huge fan of Joe Bonamassa, and I’m trying to collect all his recordings on vinyl! I’m glad you had the opportunity to hear and feel the Joe Bonamassa experience. He’s a huge influence along with BB, King Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton, and many others look deep into his recordings and enjoy!
Joe is awesome! Never heard him until a friend said we needed to see him in concert about 4 years ago. Amazing playing. Seeing him at Red Rocks in August - can’t wait.
Joe Bonamassa and Buckethead are 2 of the most underrated guitarists of all times!!!
People, if joe bonamassa comes to your town, go see him, He does not disappoint!!!!
Joe is definitely my favorite blues guitarist (after SRV). I agree with an earlier commenter that Going Down from Live At The Greek Theater would be an excellent next listen - not only do you get to hear Joe, you get to hear SRV's former keyboardist Reese Wynans tickle the hell out of ivory as only he can.
Just listen to Reese on the “The House is a Rockin “ . With Reese, Stevie did not need to overdub: they (everyone in Double Trouble) just ran.
Have you checked out Jackie Venson? Up and coming Texas blues singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist. She has appeared with Joe Bonamassa on a Blues Cruise. She's unique and very talented, winning multiple Austin Music Awards, including Best Guitarist.
I was at the Greek that night. One of the best shows I have ever seen. He is special and have seen him live many times.
SRV . Is a white man with soul of a black soul man . Words of BB KING
SO dam True . If he don't move you . Then you not human
Can you imagine the performance level if he and SRV HIT STAGE SAME TIME
OMG THE HOUSE WOULD COME DOWN.
Move over Betoven The blues are in CHARGE
As a little boy, Joe Bonamassa was introduced to B.B. King, an idol of his, who was very impressed with his guitar skills.
I second Jody Roland’s suggestion of Joe performing Goin’ Down, live at the Greek theater, with Reese Wynans (from SRV’s band) smoking the keyboards, Anton Fig on drums and one of the backup singers is Mahalia Barnes (who should have won her season of The Voice Australia) and is the daughter of the great Australian singer Jimmy Barnes.
Also at the Greek Theatre, Joe's interpretation of Leon Russell's "Hummingbird".....incredible!
I absolutely *_LOVE_* it! ❤
And the backup singers there...just WOW! Fire personified! 💥🔥💥🔥🔥
Reese is fantastic on that song
Joe b is a good friend of mine! 2015 I knew we have a treat of talent that we haven't seen since SRV😎
& Reese the keyboard player played with SRV😎
Absolutely Gibson
That sound! So soulful AND a great voice. Not too many people can play like that, for sure.
Joe's concert at The Royal Albert Hall is a must watch (it's kind of a documentary too), which is where this was from. Every single song he performs there is a banger.
I've been waiting on this. Joe was opening for BB King at the age of 12 . He's one of my top 3 guitarist and this is just one reason why . And Double crossing time Live is one of the greatest performances I've ever seen anyone do .
Who are your three? Mine are Joe, David Gilmore and Page….with SRV and Hendrix rounding out top 5
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You need to check out Taj Farrant, the Australian boy. He is on youtube.
@@g4joe will do! The latest guitar virtuoso I @discovered for myself is Nuno Bettancourt. YOUZA He’s like Van Halen reborn. Plays with the band Extreme, whom I’d never heard of. You know him?
JB is great to see live. He has one of the best bands in the entire world.
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Have seen Joe twice in small venue concerts. Unbelievable experience!!!!
My friend - Welcome to the Joe Bonamassa Fan Club - I've been listening to JB for over 20 years! It's quite something to witness someone who just recently discovered, and can appreciate, him. You've just begun a deep dive, I'm sure! Some cuts I would suggest.. 'No Good Place For The Lonely" of off Blues Desperation (absolutely Killer Solo), and 'Drive' same album, AND 'Breaking Up Somebody's Home' off of 'Live - At The Greek Theater'. Again, Welcome!☮
That was the first reaction drool I've ever seen! 🤤😂 Great job as always brother! 🎸
Joe is a monster! Ive seen him twice and its amazing. He just scored his 27th #1 blues albums. Should check more of his music.🔥❤🔥❤🔥
Man Sebs, you have got to dive deep into Joe. Not only reacting though because the dude’s catalog is Massive! You are not going to believe what you find. SRV is still the GOAT for me but Joe is closer than any one else. I have been blessed with seeing him live 3 times and he is never short of awe inspiring. Hopefully before I die I will get to see one of the shows that he does with Beth Hart. I think I could happily give up concerts for good if I could see them together.
One of Joe’s taglines is “always on the road” and he just about is. Not only does he tour with his own show but also has 2 or 3 side projects.
The band KISS used to be the kings of merchandising but Joe blew past them years ago.
I usually can point to a favorite song or two by any artist. With Joe, I would have to give you a list of like 20 favorites.
I will stop ranting now. Just dive off into the rabbit hole but strap In brother cause it’s gonna be a long and amazing ride! 😎🤘🏻
Yes, like you, I can't come up with only one favorite song of Joe's, because there are so darned many.😄
One that I love, but rarely hear mentioned, is his guitar solo and vocal duet with John Hiatt in "Down Around My Place" at the Beacon Theatre....spine tingling!
And Joe comes out with *GREAT* new stuff all the time!
I was lucky enough to go on 2 of the Keeping the Blues Alive cruises, one with Beth joining Joe. Best ever concert I've been to.
JB plays Les Pauls, Teles, 335s, Strats, anything. He destroys them all. If it has strings on it, he can shred it.
Never to late to start exploring blues music.
I've seen JB live twice, and I'll see him again in March. The man is just amazing.
After 10 years I finally got to see him the day after thanksgiving in '22... Got tickets for November 12th😊❤
Joe Bonamassa is one of the greatest guitarist ever. Lots of content for you to explore!! On my Bucket List to see him live.....great reaction, Sebs!
Joe keeps getting better than he was yesterday ,wait till next week and listen to him again .
One of best concerts I’ve ever attended in 2015 Seeing him again this August. If you get a chance, SEE HIM. His shows are amazing.
We discovered Joe during the PBS Begathon, when they show the really good stuff. He sat on stage in a half-circle of his guitars and .... we discovered different guitars have different tones.
Another Joe Bonamassa favorite is his performance with Black Country Communion in their cover of Burn by Deep Purple. Epic performance.
This was taken from the Royal Albert Hall concert worth a listening too especially the High Water Everywhere number
The Allman's and The Dobbie Brothers always had two drummers and it fills the bottom up so good
The great Anton Figg is one of the drummers.
YES, YES, YES, must go to a live show. You'll experience a vibration likecnever before. You'll get chills all over your body. AAAAmazing ❤❤❤
Been a fan for years but this is single-handedly my favorite song from him and my favorite performance of this song. He used two drummers for the Royal Albert Hall Show that he did in this video. If you haven't seen the whole DVD check out his performance of further on up the road from this show with Eric Clapton joining him the soloing back and forth between those two is just incredible.
I’m happy you found him he’s not only my favorite guitarist but musician. Love the guy.
That line up with Joe was my favourite, the rapport between Joe, Carmine, Rick and Bogie was amazing, saw them together 4 times, all small venues, fabulous 😊😊❤
I've seen him twice in concert and both times were so amazing. When Joe was 12 he opened for the late B B King. Joe is truly one of the greats.
I saw him live last week for the first.. twice in one week and I can say with confidence it was by far the best concert I have ever seen.. the amount of talent on stage was mind-blowing and not just from Joe
Bro how just getting around to ppl. Like This guy Joe B. Absolutely one of the best blues men of all times, up there with the rest of the blues legends...Yeah Joe is the man when he performing....Very passionate..
Love Joe's music. I have seen him live once. He played an hour of acoustic and an hour of electric guitar and Kenny Wayne Shepard opened for him.
Chuckle..... I told you a few songs ago (I'd Rather Go Blind), that you were going to have to get into Joe Bonamassa.
I'm 73 and have been there for a few years and you have a BUNCH of catching up to do. The absolute best guitar there is.
Joe puts on a whale of a show. I've seen him three times. Amazing! All star band with him, his backup singers are phenomenal. You get a chance to see him, GO!
I just missed him locally. Kicking myself.
Great comment about how important 'the s ilence' is when youre playing, also heard once, that the silence, 'implies' ALL the Possible notes and non notes and directions which is a HUGE PART of what makes it Great to our soul
I've seen him live 3 times. He's just phenomenal!
You’ve got to see him when he was 12 years old!
WOW!!!! Thank you man, you have introduced me to a new level of brilliance. The complete package.
Perfect example you don't need to bow to the big record companies. Yes he does many covers to keep them alive, but he has a large volume of his own music. He only surrounds himself with the very best musicians. He has collaborated with..... Well every body.
You need to watch the entire royal Albert hall video to see why. But they were his session drummers through his career and decided they both deserved a place at the Royal Albert Hall concert. Respect ❤❤❤❤❤
Best concert I’ve ever been to.
Thank your for putting you on to this. It leaves me speechless. Seriously.
Sebs, I suggest that you watch this whole concert. Heck, just by the album from this concert. Guitar legend and singer, Eric Clapton makes an appearance and plays a couple of songs with Joe at this venue.
My husband is a huge Bonamassa fan. A few years ago I took him to his concert, second row! Being very longtime blues fans, it was a spectacular experience. I've had the great pleasure of hearing, listening to and knowing a great many great guitarists. I can honestly say, while I'm not the huge fan my husband is, I honestly have to say, with the possible exception of SRV, Bonamassa is probably the best I've ever heard. He's certainly, technically, the best I've ever seen live.
If you're interested in other two-drummer setups, I recommend: Tedeschi Trucks Band - "Anyhow" (Live in Studio). Rock / Blues. . . I think it'd be great for your channel for a reaction. Link here : ua-cam.com/video/NwgEELSShrU/v-deo.html
You have a chance to see him; you go!!!!!! I’ve seen him 6 times you will be mesmerized by him.
The studio version off of Joe Bonamassa’s album “Blues Deluxe” is immaculate.
Have seen Joe twice now. Seeing him again this August in Vegas. Check out happier times live at the Royal Albert hall. Also the same drummers ( Boggie Bowls & Anton Fig) in the concert video. It will give you chills 👍🏽
I think Joe started to play guitar when he was around 6 years old. As a late starter to guitar, listen to it, enjoy it, but don't build your own playing expectations on people like him. Unless you're fantastically lucky and talented, your guitar playing will always disappoint you. Mine disappoints me!
Get thee to the concert Sebs, ya only live once and you'll never forgive yourself if you don't, he is one of the masters of blues and a fine, fine guitar player. Cheers from BC Canada!
Not sure if your familiar with Joe Satriani but if not please react to Always with you.