I was there on the night - one of the best performances I've ever seen. Not only that but at my favourite venue - The Sage Gateshead (now renamed The Glasshouse International Centre for Music) - the acoustics of that room are incredible, as good as this is on UA-cam it really doesn't do it justice of any kind. Greatest acoustic guitarist ever - because of technique, writing ability, but far more important - emotional performance.
"Saltwater" is a 1991 song performed by English singer, songwriter, and musician Julian Lennon. It was written by Mark Spiro, Leslie Spiro and Julian Lennon. Originally released on the album Help Yourself, it topped the Australian singles charts for four weeks[1] and reached #6 in the UK[2]. Unlike most of Lennon's previous songs, "Saltwater" combines subtle melodies with gentle vocals to bring forward the issues of environmental conservation and world poverty. The lyrics juxtapose the many marvels and feats of human civilization with the death of the natural world, constantly emphasising the passing of time - 'Time is not a friend, 'cos friends we're out of time' The recording features a lead guitar solo in the style of George Harrison. Julian Lennon originally wrote a guitar solo for the song. At the suggestion of his producer Bob Ezrin, he then contacted George Harrison to play the solo instead. George was busy at the time consoling Eric Clapton whose son had recently died. He recorded a couple of riffs and sent them back to Julian. Guitar player Steve Hunter then played the actual solo on the song, combining the solo's of Julian's and George's. In the liner notes for the Help Yourself album George Harrison is given special thanks.
I have the Tommy Emmanuel station on Pandora. Whenever this song comes on, EVERYTHING stops. Do not talk to me, to not bother me, do not even look at me. Because I am not there. I am on a sailboat, on the saltwater.
That man, shouting "Beautiful" in the end - he really spoiled the moment. What a shame! You can even see Tommy`s expression - disappointed. Never mind that, awesome arrangement.
Bravura incommensurabile,simpatia,cortesia e direi modestia,cose davvero fondamentali per essere com'è Tommy Emmanuel...Grandissimo Artista.
I was there on the night - one of the best performances I've ever seen. Not only that but at my favourite venue - The Sage Gateshead (now renamed The Glasshouse International Centre for Music) - the acoustics of that room are incredible, as good as this is on UA-cam it really doesn't do it justice of any kind.
Greatest acoustic guitarist ever - because of technique, writing ability, but far more important - emotional performance.
bang on - the acoustics were fantastic - unfortunately i was too far away for the camera to pick up the great sound.
Tommy's playing is so emotional! Just beautiful!❤️
This is by far the best performance of this song. Thank you!
This gentleman is amazing.
Great performance. Anyone who wants a lesson on this tune can check out Tim Van Roy. He has lots of Tommy Emmanuel tune tutorials.
Another one who spreads the word
magnificent song ... magnificently played ...by Tommy
Brilliant, as always
Such a great arrangement and so much feeling when he plays I have always loved this! Julian must be very happy with Tommy's cover! :)
"Saltwater" is a 1991 song performed by English singer, songwriter, and
musician Julian Lennon. It was written by Mark Spiro, Leslie Spiro and
Julian Lennon. Originally released on the album Help Yourself, it topped
the Australian singles charts for four weeks[1] and reached #6 in the
UK[2].
Unlike most of Lennon's previous songs, "Saltwater"
combines subtle melodies with gentle vocals to bring forward the issues
of environmental conservation and world poverty. The lyrics juxtapose
the many marvels and feats of human civilization with the death of the
natural world, constantly emphasising the passing of time - 'Time is not
a friend, 'cos friends we're out of time'
The recording features
a lead guitar solo in the style of George Harrison. Julian Lennon
originally wrote a guitar solo for the song. At the suggestion of his
producer Bob Ezrin, he then contacted George Harrison to play the solo
instead. George was busy at the time consoling Eric Clapton whose son
had recently died. He recorded a couple of riffs and sent them back to
Julian. Guitar player Steve Hunter then played the actual solo on the
song, combining the solo's of Julian's and George's. In the liner notes
for the Help Yourself album George Harrison is given special thanks.
Man. What a treat to have been able to see that in person.
Long live the King!!
I have the Tommy Emmanuel station on Pandora. Whenever this song comes on, EVERYTHING stops. Do not talk to me, to not bother me, do not even look at me. Because I am not there. I am on a sailboat, on the saltwater.
Another fave! Cheers!
the one and only
Wonder if Tommy is comming to Denmark. I would love the danish people to be aquainted to this superstar
Love this song played in D...
Awesome ❤️❤️💯💯
Beautiful...Love!
Great Song Great Memory
And to all those critics who accuse Tommy of being just a flash and bash showman....are you listening?
So great, so perfect...
Beautiful 🙏
LOVELY!!!
luarbiasa...
What did he say at 0:52 ??
"Green". We don't want no red, man". Imitating the African-American vernacular
Tommy you are the best acoustic guitarist in the world!!!!! Tommy's guitars are available in Canada at www.hebertmusique.com
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2:05
Steve Elsdon brought me here.
Name dropper ;)
I think he’s playing flat pick
Nice! (^o^)/
That man, shouting "Beautiful" in the end - he really spoiled the moment.
What a shame!
You can even see Tommy`s expression - disappointed.
Never mind that, awesome arrangement.
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