Gary and Eve: How Gary Clark Jr. Learned to Play
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- Опубліковано 18 бер 2015
- "Eve Monsees, I wouldn't be playing guitar, I wouldn't be playing music, if it weren't for her," Gary Clark Jr said when accepting his 2014 Grammy award for Best Traditional R&B Performance. "She took me to my first gig, and it all started from there." We reunited the two childhood friends in the suburban Texas garage where they fell in love with the blues together.
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I love the fact he mentioned her when he got his Grammy, very touching. He's still real and didn't forget his true friends.
Those young cats were so close. Lovely in its way. Music that brings people together. I always thought they would get married? I hope they are still in touch? Cool....
It's great to know how humble Gary is
I met him in Auckland on Tuesday night after his show and I can honestly say he is the most humble dude I ever met. It was the most perfect night of my life.
*****
that's awesome man, I plan on going to his concert where he's playing with the Foo Fighters later this year! I've only heard nice things about him, and I believe every word about how humble he is. He remembers his roots.
Blake B I couldn't be more jealous of you.
+Blake B I guess that humbleness is the first and only advantage...... yeah!!
+Blake B that's 1 of the things that makes him so cool.
Friendship is one of life's biggest blessings.
usually u hear great artists give credit to a famous musician that inspired them or mentored them, but here, clark credits someone who isn't famous, who isn't a household name, a neighbor/classmate. great story. thanx 4 sharing. wish it had been longer.
total honesty ..a rare commodity..he should run for office
She's a huge talent herself.
This is an amazing example of true friendship and support. Her parents were and are wonderful for recognizing the connection between the two of them and allowing it to flourish.
blues needs to make a comeback into pop culture!
Evan Tisby - The Blues doesn't 'need' to do anything. It's perfect where and how it is. People need to look to find it. If it's everywhere then it's not 'The Blues.'!!
If it does make a come back, it won't be in this generation. Only musicians in my opinion, who took blues to another level were The rolling stones, The Beatles and Hendrix. Others kept repeating it.
David Harrison The White Stripes didn't do anything at all to the music???
+David Harrison Are you fucking kidding me. Buddy Guy, Albert King, BB, Eric Clapton, John Mayer and the greatest SRV!!!
Don't forget Bonamassa
That is a wonderful story of friendship, the love of music, and following your passion. Texas originals.
This story should be filmed for sure 🙌🏼
This made me cry! These two have a deep connection and it's obvious he truly values her influence. I miss having the musical connection with someone like these two have.
I sold cars with Gary's dad and remember him sit-in on the curb (guitar in hand) waiting to get in and play. He's come a LONNNNG WAY
I can't understand why blues isn't more popular these days. I am so lucky that I was introduced to it
It is just not mainstream. Tons and tons of blues artists. More than ever I believe.
Jonas Wellinghton Wow you’re an extra kind of stupid
Exho He really isn’t mate search for Satanic Hollywood or something of the like. I don’t want to start a fight/debate.
I am 18 and i love to play and listen to blues. But many of my friends haven’t even heard of SRV, B.B King etc.
Because if it was more popular, it degrade the value of how amazing it truly is.
because times are a bit stupid - so to say - its a bit sad - shit sells better than great music.......
A black boy is school in the blues by a white girl!?!
This is what makes America great,
Spread the love, end the hate
charles brown actually, "A musician is schooled in the blues by another musician" is the proper term. music has no gender and it has no race.
+TreySingz Oh, shut up with that PC bullshit.
+charles brown How dare you try and say anything positive on UA-cam
That's how it happened for me. Except it was my German friend Ben Kruse.
First the bass then guitar.
There's a period in history where; unless you live in certain areas in the country, black youth DO not pick up guitars. We lost interest because of the culture traps we fall into. Luckily I grew up playing piano.
Eventually ended up in a band with a bunch of Zeppelin /Clutch heads.
+Andrew Schaeffer +treysingz look up....look back, because you completely missed the point of the statement....
Beautiful friendship! The world needs more people like Gary & Eve in it!
Smart man to keep his friends close, and keep it real.
eve and gary should get back together and make a record
R Kiki they should make a baby
@@StoicContrarian hes married lol
@@carsonpog480 they should do it for the sake of the future of music!
I got chills when Gary described getting the letter from Eric Clapton and then the first time he played at the Crossroads Festival... excellent documentary!
Texans blues musicians are so humble and down to earth. They’re always sighting other Texas musicians and their influence on them. What and awesome community and family.
This story would make a great movie.
"Being in this garage kind of changed what I wanted to do with my life"... I saw you in Park City, UT last year... I was 32 at the time and you sir, changed what I wanted to do with my life. I was a metal head before seeing you live... I have been studying and learning the blues ever since. Thank you Gary! Ride Gary, Ride!
I need to find my Eve!
That is every musicians dream! I feel u bro
I am a Garry. I need to find my Gary and Eve. I’d love two more friends. I don’t have many but I just started making guitars.
I might start a guitar company called Gary and Eve.
Even though I’m a double R. I’ll give him that.
Gary just played at the Enmore in my town.
@@teerevevourdeminingo4274 You could change your name to Gary. :^)
Very few eves out there, mostly Karen's
Ms. Eve is very good too . She taught him well .
You can tell Gary Clark Jr. is quite a humble musician, very grateful of his blessings and success. Eve is quite a talented musician as well. Best to their musical travels always.
Never forget the ones that got you there and you’ll never forget where your going.” Why don’t she tour with him. I love that shit.
Best 10:35 I've spent on UA-cam in a long time.
Great story of real people, friendship and a mutual love of music.
Music does bring people together in the most amazing ways.
That's a beautiful story. Friendship and love can do anything.
this was extremely rad to see. nothing like being kids just playing guitar in the garage!
Who are the 46 people who dislike this? Seriously? Eve and Gary are amazing and authentic.
Studio2grl that’s life man. Or lady. Sorry
I’m just glad I scrolled down over 200 comments + and I didn’t see one comment about race. Other than me making 1 now.
Im Australian, although Gary just played at the Enmore in my town I have only seen him at the blues and roots festival in northern nsw.
Trump supporters!
As we say in Texas "some people will complain about free barbecue".
It always starts with the blues. That's what lures you into the music, especially guitar. It's not in any beginner guitar book you'll ever read. But after learning your first chords, learn your pentatonic blues scales/major scales, then go relive the blues of history. It will surely make you a better player, trust me.
It's literally in every beginner's guitar book.
AMEN.
Absolutely!
@@estebanb7166 in some yes, BUT a lot of bands referenced using 12 bar blues in those books are not actually blues musicians! It’s a lot of rock, which misses a lot in my opinion
Does anybody know if GCJr ever listened to Alice Cooper?
This dude is awesome on so many levels.... great musician aside, he tells it like it is, and is so level headed and gives respect where it’s due! I love it!
A wonderful story.
Wherever there's blues, there's nobility and elegance.
Living in Texas hearing about a black guy learning guitar from a white girl doesn't surprise me. Typical Austin stuff right there for you. Great city full of musicians of all races playing all kinds of music.
+Jay Oh, god. Please no to all that you are.
negro town? what is this the fucking 40s?
@@thepuppethead1188 well, what they really called it is truly not just politically incorrect, but just wrong...
to bad all of Texas (America for that matter) can't be like Austin!
I'm one of them. I learned by ear
Incredible story. This is what makes music so rich. Not just the notes you hear but how they came about. The backstory. I love it.
eve and gary have serious chemistry!!!
I can't believe Crossroads was his first big show. He had such poise that I thought he was a big player that I just hadn't heard of yet.
I was at 2010 Crossroads and Gary Clarke jr was the best !!!! 2 nights before he played at Buddy Guy's Legends …..I thought I died and went to heaven, what a great experience it was for 3 days in Chicago.Jimmy Vaughan, Buddy, Hubert Sumlin, Doyle Bramhill, Eric, BB King, Sheryl Crowe , Sue and Derrick Trucks!
Going to a Crossroads Festival is high on my ''to do'' list.
vikki mytruk wow thats quite a lineup, I need to go to that one day!
AspiringGuitarist I went in 2013 - you HAVE to do it if you can. It's a surreal experience.
Eve needs to be up there also, she needs to be famous also.
Gary Clark Jr. Is the Jimmy Hendrix of the 21st century!!! His prolific style is believable! I am never tire of his chord progressions, I am totally enamored by his style . I hope that he can close for
Woodstock 2019!!!🌿🌿🌿☀☀☀
Albert King is smiling down on Mr. Clark for sure. And Kudos to this fine young Lady Eve too!
..........and i play Jazz Guitar too.........without a nice woman......What kind of future??
The very first time I ever heard him play & sing I knew he was gonna be big 1 day & now look here he is . He's badass !!!
I've never thought that Gary had learned with a girl!!!!
It was really amazing!
What fantastic teacher!!!
Love Eve Monsees, a real deal guitar slinger!
He certainly has an Aura, his music, his playing is something very special, and who wouldn't wanna sit In a garage playing guitar with a girl as pretty as her? I for one would love to thank her for helping Gary get to where he gives us so much, Thank you Eve.
Not only boss talented...but an honorable guy!!!
To have that support from home is what it is all about. You are a lucky man.
I met Gary a few weeks ago and I’ve never met a more talented and humble musician.
I have been fortunate to see Eve play live several times. She is just tremendous😊
She is an amazing lady and so are you Gary Clark, y'all's 'realness' speaks volumes about the guitarist life!
Gary you are a living LEGEND..same level as marley, m.jackson and so on.
This is beautiful. This is true friendship, this is a love of music, a love of the blues, this is love.
First time hearing about these two; love their friendship, their music their story.
Miss the old days... Antones, the jazz... Your garage, eves, mine. Glad you made it a lifelong thing. I drive by the 49 and wish I had never left. Eves dad was my favorite mentor. Miss gatti town. My heart never left the hood. I'm super happy for you brother. Much love. Chris Lewis
A beautiful love story of two musical soulmates. Great.
Would love to see those two in the same tour one day. That would be amazing.
Big love!
What a humble guy.
I saw a show on TV years ago about Gary & his childhood best friend Eve but could not remember her name a few minutes ago. Wiki never had it so I was glad to find it here. Those cats were thick as thieves & maybe still are? They were totally in love with the music & I know they still are. I always thought they would get married. Friendship anyway that you know lasts! Bless them both. X. Play me the blues guys....I love em both!
He's adorable
A great american garage story, right on !!!!!!
Gary Clark Jr. is breath taking
Wow! That's amazing. I've been a fan of Eve Monsees for a long time, and I think Gary Clark is a fabulous guitar player too.. never knew this, .. amazing story!
You have been a fan if hers for a long time...... and never heard of her friendship with Gary Clark?
What a tremendous video. I love Eve and Gary.
Gary still sounds like he's 16. What a cool video!
Went to his concert once. Can confirm, guy's a genius.
What a wonderful clip, they are both the sweetest people on Earth, and it was great to see Clifford too. He did so much for Texas and the musicians too. Thanks Eve, thanks Gary, deserve everything good that comes their way!!
Great story...black and white...no color with music and friends...God is good
I know this is about Gary and Eve but behind it you gotta see that Eve's parents and possibly Gary's parents supported and possibly encouraged them to do this. Cheers to those who support! Awesome piece
I just wanna hear a full jam session with them
So great to know what Gary’s first guitar influence was. Nice to meet Eva!
Just full of warmth watching this
Blues does not have a color it is in all of us and is an expression of our deepest innermost feelings
What a lovely story. Good for them and thanks to their parents.
Great story, Gary. Respect your humbleness.
What a sweet story!!!
GARY CLARKE JR. Kicks Ass!! L9ve his Blues playin
Stick with singing Gary. It is your strength.
they should totally do something good together! how wonderful a story :)
Yes I agree, she needs more exposure and that would help.
Rahul Rajkhowa Yes It Will be amazing!! They are a incredible couple!!!!
AWESOME STORY, .. im in Nashville and have worked in the business as an audio engineer , i love Gary's style and his songs. i first heard of him about a month ago and think he's great. i will be at the Nashville, TN - Ryman Auditorium show APRIL 5TH. 2019.
i hope he stays the course and picks till his fingers bleed. im a fan of rock and blues, and now GARY CLARK, rock on brother!
Wow, what a friendship. This makes me love Gary's music more than ever.
Watch the untold story of how Gary Clark Jr. learned to play guitar: with a little help from his childhood friend Eve Monsees.
Cool : )
Now Gary is part of Music History
Rolling Stone righteous!! RS #THANKYOU !!!
+rozy walls Who?
Rolling Stone With a *little help from his friend* 😂
Great story about Gary Clark jr. One of my favorites for sure
Awesome interview , Gary is such a down to earth person , He give credit to where credit is due . He says without Eve He wouldn't be Where He is today. Awesome !!!🤚
What a great story. True friendship filled with some of the best times ever.
Blues need to make a come back and keep it blues DO NOT CHANGE IT PLEASE
“I thought I was gonna be the next Boys to Men or something.” Gary, I’m glad you decided to become to first Gary Clarke, Jr.
true friendship
what kind of a sad soul thumbs down this? they got the blues fo sho!
I know Jason!
is it weird that i feel special listening to a genius?
He is down to earth , cool cat .
Gary Clark has some serious talent, I need to see him live!
Excellent piece, RS; have dug Gary from nearly a decade in Austin and, now, I know about Eve. Beautiful story.
Great story, Gary and Eve you are knocking down barriers......thank you!
Wow! Friendship, family, dedication, commitment and trust. Together Gary and Eve mixed em up and turned out some beautiful music!
What a sincere bloke. Looking forward to seeing him in Sydney Australia in April 2019.. 🙏🏻
Gary Clark Jr is the most refreshing talent going these days. He's not doing anything particularly new, but he does it with so much SOUL, you just cant help but listen... over and over and over
Love those Texas Blues RIP SRV
My new favorite musician. It would be amazing to see them both play together on stage.
Beautiful story. ❤️
Eve! It’s Jennifer’s old jazz band teacher from JH! It was so great to see your mom on the video! Hope you’re doing well. ❤
Saw Gary live here in Portugal in Rock in Rio...... I enjoyed him more than the Rolling Stones, amazing player and amazing singer, a great inspiration.
What an unlikely and yet totally beautiful story of two souls destined to play The Blues!!!
What a beautiful story.