He is an illuminated one touched by direct inspiration from the Creator of the Multiverse, straight to Allan's soul, spirit, heart, mind and his hands. There will never ever be another AH -not even close - in this reality or dimension. People and most musicians do not understand the depth, uniqueness and beauty of his creations. Every note has meaning and emotion...it touches my soul and mind in ways I can not put into words. I've been trying to understand what and how he does what he does for years, but now I just close my eyes, listen and let his magic take me to his worlds of sound and mistery. I was lucky to see him 4 times in concerts and have a beer in Boca Raton, Florida in one of or the last gigs he played here. He kindly did let me trace on paper his left hand. He was amused by that and said nobody ever asked him that. Also signed a guitar I brought to the gig. Humble and good humor spirit...he loved a good beer/ale. He is alive and inmortal as long as we apreciate and listen to his legacy. Long live the MASTER
Allan created his own technique and used it to serve his music. All he really cared about was making a lasting musical statement. He was one of a kind. There won't ever be his like again. I was lucky enough to see him on a number of occasions and I was always left in awe. You held on tight and he took you on a journey into uncharted territory. And what an incredible ride it was! RIP Maestro.
He makes the other "lead" guitarists look so primitive. I love the way he goes seamlessly from gentle melodic phrases to those amazing fast runs and you still hear every note - the main thing is that it is so interesting all the way through - you cant wait for the next bit cos you know its gonna be great. Allan is from my hometown Bradford which I say on all my posts - sorry for being repetitive but I am kinda of proud.
Fellow Bradford lad and Allan Holdsworth fan here too! I asked the local T&A newspaper and BBC TV station to do a proper tribute to Allan when he died, but sadly they just gave a weak reply and did nothing. One of the greatest musicians to ever grace the Earth, and his hometown showed not a flicker of interest. Had Allan been born in the USA, they would have a annual event for him, a statue or plaque and a street or venue named in his honour. The fact that the worlds greatest players all eulogised about Allan, and regarded Allan as the greatest ever speaks volumes. The fact that many paid large sums of money to fund Allan's funeral and support for his family, says even more about how much Allan was loved and revered.
I know the Allan's music since the 80's and nothing simply nothing can compares this style of music. I can't talk about the other musicians when I think in Allan Holdsworth because he is not of this world.....definily. Those amazing harmonics conections are not of this world. Close to home, A dream, Chad, The genius, Allan, THE ONE.
I totally agree will all the comments here! Let's also mention that he was the most humble person - I saw him live about 10 years ago and he actually apologized for making a mistake during (I forget which song). Really Allan?? The whole audience was like "Aw c'mon man, you gotta be kidding!" LOL. Super musician and human being.
For me, it's probably Tony, who totally changed the game.. Man I wished I had a chance Allan w/Tony back then. Or Bill. Seeing Bruford Band live in a little club was pretty damn cool. Nothing against Chad at all , been into him since his days with Zappa.
Fernando Mille soo glad to see others speak the truth about this one of a kind musician. There will never be another, and if there is it will be because of Allan
Yep, Holdsworth truly sounds like he's from another galaxy . It's more than just the monster playing, his leads sound alien, like he's connected to something beyond. I also really like the other guitarist on this album here (Carl Verheyen). All the players you listed are obviously in a class by themselves, but I'd have to agree, I think Allan stands out more than any of them.
I think Allan had a very different opinion on this. www.fingerprintsweb.net/ah/press/atavinterview.html?fbclid=IwAR2i2s27wdw6Lyu1h56CRWfLGOBFZkyMH2_sBUs1Yz8f0o62BJVnBzumm_g
the part that starts at 0:28 feels as if my entire past, everything I ever did wrong or right, opens up right in front of me. As if there is nothing left to say. Allan is telling the story of life in this music.
@fieldfullofthistles I can understand that. I do not come from his hometown, but fortunately, I had the opportunity to chat with him several times. He is extremely down to earth, almost pathologically modest and self-critical but at the same time simply very nice. Everytime, we talked for around 20 minutes or so without getting the impression, that he might have enough of me. He even asked me questions himself. Very sociable for a true legend. That's what I'm really proud of... :-)
what a great opening tune ! and of course the one of a kind soloing by Allan. Also important to check out the very tasty playing by Carl Verheyen on the other tunes, including the title track. This is an excellent album by Chad, definitely get it if you don't have.
Alan's playing is so musical, so enjoyable & original, it does seem that he was in a world all of his own in terms of what he was doing on the guitar, conceptually it's seems completely individual. Many of my favourite players are certainly individuals in their style but there's still some familiarities in their approach with other guitarists/musicians but you don't seem to get that with Alan.
my first YT comment in YRS! This reminds me of the musical climate at that time Miles w. Mike stern for Man W. the horn first Fender Strat in a jazz performance and i know cause the older players really looked down and would trip you up if you didn't play a hollow body. So i really identifies w. Mike. Miss them so.
@MrCompuTutor You're welcome. ;-) You know what really pisses me off? That a master like him has to play in front of 100 or 200 listeners in small clubs. He deserves more than that. Even though he told me in 2010 in Verviers, Belgium, that he had performed at the Leverkusener Jazztage, and that he simply hated it, because it was too big and hectic, I think he should get the same attention as DiMeola, McLaughlin, etc. He FUCKING deserves it!
Damn right. I made this discovery only a few days ago. You've got good ears. The anime opening is only a half note sharper. "Close to Home"'s main melody is practically identical to the second phrase.
@@axyshaysi Only college. But I'm not a good musician. I abandoned composing and gigging because it took too much time. I still have a love/hate relationship with music as a whole. The burden it brings sometimes makes me want to end it all. The joy it brings keeps me alive.
He is an illuminated one touched by direct inspiration from the Creator of the Multiverse, straight to Allan's soul, spirit, heart, mind and his hands.
There will never ever be another AH -not even close - in this reality or dimension.
People and most musicians do not understand the depth, uniqueness and beauty of his creations.
Every note has meaning and emotion...it touches my soul and mind in ways I can not put into words. I've been trying to understand what and how he does what he does for years, but now I just close my eyes, listen and let his magic take me to his worlds of sound and mistery.
I was lucky to see him 4 times in concerts and have a beer in Boca Raton, Florida in one of or the last gigs he played here.
He kindly did let me trace on paper his left hand. He was amused by that and said nobody ever asked him that. Also signed a guitar I brought to the gig. Humble and good humor spirit...he loved a good beer/ale.
He is alive and inmortal as long as we apreciate and listen to his legacy.
Long live the MASTER
Allan was more than a great guitarist.....he was a true Virtuoso in his craft. His uniqueness in melodic structures were un-paralleled.
Allan created his own technique and used it to serve his music. All he really cared about was making a lasting musical statement. He was one of a kind. There won't ever be his like again. I was lucky enough to see him on a number of occasions and I was always left in awe. You held on tight and he took you on a journey into uncharted territory. And what an incredible ride it was! RIP Maestro.
He makes the other "lead" guitarists look so primitive. I love the way he goes seamlessly from gentle melodic phrases to those amazing fast runs and you still hear every note - the main thing is that it is so interesting all the way through - you cant wait for the next bit cos you know its gonna be great. Allan is from my hometown Bradford which I say on all my posts - sorry for being repetitive but I am kinda of proud.
Fellow Bradford lad and Allan Holdsworth fan here too! I asked the local T&A newspaper and BBC TV station to do a proper tribute to Allan when he died, but sadly they just gave a weak reply and did nothing. One of the greatest musicians to ever grace the Earth, and his hometown showed not a flicker of interest. Had Allan been born in the USA, they would have a annual event for him, a statue or plaque and a street or venue named in his honour. The fact that the worlds greatest players all eulogised about Allan, and regarded Allan as the greatest ever speaks volumes. The fact that many paid large sums of money to fund Allan's funeral and support for his family, says even more about how much Allan was loved and revered.
You have all the reasons to be so proud of having such a great and unique musician as a Fellow-citizen. Bradford should dedicate a monument to him...
I'd be proud too : )
I love so many Allan solos in the studio, but this is one of my very favorite ... so lush ... so emotional ... such tone ...
This track is one of the most beautiful by anyone in any genre in the past 50 years. a slight melancholy.
The album this is on, Chad Wackerman session leader, is 100% fantastic. a real treasure, u should seek it out.
Never heard this one before. Holdsworth plays an incredible solo. Great post.
I know the Allan's music since the 80's and nothing simply nothing can compares this style of music. I can't talk about the other musicians when I think in Allan Holdsworth because he is not of this world.....definily. Those amazing harmonics conections are not of this world. Close to home, A dream, Chad, The genius, Allan, THE ONE.
A true master. So sad to know Mr. Holdsworth passed away recently. RIP
I totally agree will all the comments here! Let's also mention that he was the most humble person - I saw him live about 10 years ago and he actually apologized for making a mistake during (I forget which song). Really Allan?? The whole audience was like "Aw c'mon man, you gotta be kidding!" LOL. Super musician and human being.
Superb piece of music. Intergalactic guitar play. Stunning.
To me, my favorite drummer that Allan played with is Chad. Just fluid.
For me, it's probably Tony, who totally changed the game.. Man I wished I had a chance Allan w/Tony back then. Or Bill. Seeing Bruford Band live in a little club was pretty damn cool.
Nothing against Chad at all , been into him since his days with Zappa.
Allan is God, that way he will be recognized with time, not even Metheny, Mclaughin, Meola, Lucia, etc., nobody has done what he did, nobody.
They all have excellent dimensions of their own. Allan has his own which is another dimension.
Of the four you mentioned, Lucia is the only one who comes close. But AH is indeed head and shoulders more advanced than any of the others.
i couldn't agree more. nobody has ever created something even close to this. the beauty of this music is a miracle to me.
Fernando Mille soo glad to see others speak the truth about this one of a kind musician. There will never be another, and if there is it will be because of Allan
Yep, Holdsworth truly sounds like he's from another galaxy . It's more than just the monster playing, his leads sound alien, like he's connected to something beyond. I also really like the other guitarist on this album here (Carl Verheyen). All the players you listed are obviously in a class by themselves, but I'd have to agree, I think Allan stands out more than any of them.
I can't believe someone disliked this. such great music and talent.
Chad is the most relaxed drummer I have ever seen play live!
brilliant, simply brilliant...
Oooof, the reverse reverb during Allan's solo @ 2:41 - 2:45 pushes the intensity and beauty of this solo even that much higher :D
I think Allan had a very different opinion on this. www.fingerprintsweb.net/ah/press/atavinterview.html?fbclid=IwAR2i2s27wdw6Lyu1h56CRWfLGOBFZkyMH2_sBUs1Yz8f0o62BJVnBzumm_g
the part that starts at 0:28 feels as if my entire past, everything I ever did wrong or right, opens up right in front of me. As if there is nothing left to say. Allan is telling the story of life in this music.
Le meilleur tout simplement le meilleur que dieu te garde
@fieldfullofthistles I can understand that. I do not come from his hometown, but fortunately, I had the opportunity to chat with him several times. He is extremely down to earth, almost pathologically modest and self-critical but at the same time simply very nice. Everytime, we talked for around 20 minutes or so without getting the impression, that he might have enough of me. He even asked me questions himself. Very sociable for a true legend. That's what I'm really proud of... :-)
what a great opening tune ! and of course the one of a kind soloing by Allan. Also important to check out the very tasty playing by Carl Verheyen on the other tunes, including the title track. This is an excellent album by Chad, definitely get it if you don't have.
Chad at 4:11 and that snare at 4:53 .....
Of course, Allan killed it here too.
Love this track.
Alan's playing is so musical, so enjoyable & original, it does seem that he was in a world all of his own in terms of what he was doing on the guitar, conceptually it's seems completely individual. Many of my favourite players are certainly individuals in their style but there's still some familiarities in their approach with other guitarists/musicians but you don't seem to get that with Alan.
my first YT comment in YRS! This reminds me of the musical climate at that time Miles w. Mike stern for Man W. the horn first Fender Strat in a jazz performance and i know cause the older players really looked down and would trip you up if you didn't play a hollow body. So i really identifies w. Mike.
Miss them so.
@MrCompuTutor You're welcome. ;-)
You know what really pisses me off? That a master like him has to play in front of 100 or 200 listeners in small clubs. He deserves more than that. Even though he told me in 2010 in Verviers, Belgium, that he had performed at the Leverkusener Jazztage, and that he simply hated it, because it was too big and hectic, I think he should get the same attention as DiMeola, McLaughlin, etc. He FUCKING deserves it!
Amazing !
3:30 first time hearing such a fiery solo from allan!
ALLAN!
Sorry, had not mentioned Chad who is an extremely gifted drummer in his own right!!
HOLDSWORTH!!!! NICE IF THEY COULD SPELL IT RIGHT...
Wackerman is god like
Which instruments did Joy Behar play on this?
No I like that. Hate large venues.
Holdsworth not Holsworth, great song though
Who else hears Elfen Lied OST in this song? 😎
Damn right. I made this discovery only a few days ago. You've got good ears. The anime opening is only a half note sharper. "Close to Home"'s main melody is practically identical to the second phrase.
@@___xyz___ so im not so bad for an ameteur lol do you have music education?
@@axyshaysi Only college. But I'm not a good musician. I abandoned composing and gigging because it took too much time. I still have a love/hate relationship with music as a whole. The burden it brings sometimes makes me want to end it all. The joy it brings keeps me alive.
@@___xyz___ so do you like what you do now? or your soul is a prisoner in music?