25 or 6 to 4 - Guitar Cover w/ Terry Kath Telecaster

[@davidbykowski9678]

First, let me say I could never do that. Second, there is a reason Jimi Hendrix called Terry Kath the best guitar player he ever heard.

[@geraci89]

Thanks!

[@brianorakpohit]

@Tom Bradley Correct. Billy Gibbons was another one Jimi admired.

[@chrisnavarrete5856]

Fantasticccc

[@bills1779]

Exactly 💯 💯 💯

[@dustylover100]

​@@brianorakpohit, and he showed it with ZZ Top.

[@zamz551]

This sounds the closest to the actual solo than anything I’ve heard on youtube

[@geraci89]

Thank you! I aim as high as I possibly can.

[@DasReBooT1]

@@Mjm614 The REAL Russian Collusion!

[@savoy99]

Yeah, I’ll second that. You def clinched it with the wah pedal

[@texashazzard7606]

Ur better than the lead guitar the band has playing with them now

[@maxpower6706]

Check out the cover by leonidas and friends. That guy is incredible

[@ericbergmueller2981]

Soooo good. This solo is a life goal. If a person can play that, they can play almost anything.

[@geraci89]

That's very kind. Thank you. It surely felt like a life goal considering how long I've air guitar'd to that solo in the past lol

[@Andrewkafp]

Agree...

[@11BravoSicilian]

The best I ever heard since I seen him live in 1977 Philly Spectrum, I was 14

[@geraci89]

very high praise. Thank you! But me copying the solo is far from creating it! No matter how good anyone plays it.

[@xsitied2708]

wow that’s so cool i wish i was alive in the 70s

[@ismabronson1810]

You are a lucky man for whatch tjat concert! Salutes from spain. Terry forever!

[@tonycannata7241]

To the 3 clowns that gave this video a thumbs down? Shame on you, must be jealous or an unhappy clown that lives in his Mom's basement. This man nailed this piece on ALL levels! Not to mention his passion for putting all the detail in a super accurate version of Terry'immensely

[@geraci89]

Thanks Tony. I'd love to know what I did to earn a thumbs down. But on the other hand "it really, doesnt, matter, anyhow" ;)

[@joncobb7250]

@@geraci89 hey that was a tremendous show of talent I heard that you sell replica Terry Kath guitars if so I am interested

[@geraci89]

@@joncobb7250 send me an email [e-mail]

[@alfredoobregon2618]

Maravilloso cover.

[@richardmiller191]

@@geraci89 Question 67 and 68!! Love Terry's guitar soloing in the beginning of that song. He is all over the fretboard!

[@iggystardust9236]

Bro this is absolutely amazing. The only person I've ever heard do Terry Kath justice on that solo. Incredible, brother.

[@buffalobraves9]

I am stunned. That was simply incredible.

[@geraci89]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@terrykathforever]

Terry smiles at you and salutes you to keep his heritage alive 👍🏻🙏 Thank you for this

[@geraci89]

Thank you! That’s all I’m trying to do :)

[@321ssteeeeeve]

That second part of the lead actually highlighted such an already exceptional tune.

[@MrDallman]

The finest homage to the great man himself…….absolutely stunning

[@robertfindley921]

Yep, that's it. Heard that song a million times. Shows how great Terry was.

[@michaelmans4603]

Excellent job. I saw him live with the Original Chicago and he was devastatingly great.

[@geraci89]

Thanks! Wow I definitely envy you for that. I was not even close to being able to see him live :(

[@michaelmans4603]

@@geraci89 He was intense and effortless at the same time! The last time I got to see them live, I got fairly close to the stage and was yelling at him to play Taking It Uptown. and they did! Oh my goodness, the man just blistered the guitar like nobody I have ever seen and I've seen a lot of great acts. Boston, Aerosmith, Clapton, Marshall Tucker, Skynyrd, Tull, Gary Wright, Pablo Cruise, Doobies, Eagles...and more.

[@geraci89]

@@michaelmans4603 That's so cool! I did a cover of Uptown as well. Love that tune! Check it out :)

[@michaelmans4603]

@@geraci89 Badass song, man

[@v-campsportsleague6263]

That last solo during the end is so FIRE 🔥, I always repeat it multiple times, lol.

[@JeffBorsgroak]

Absolutely amazing I loved how you kept with the studio version. Takes a lot of patience and love to do that. Rock on my brother

[@geraci89]

I'm very much someone that goes off the path where I can. But sometimes its a sweet objective to just try to nail something so complex but also memorable. note for note.

[@cinderbinx]

Terry actually used a Stratocaster during the recording of this. But even with the Telecaster, it still sounds like a dream.

[@studiodlux]

Terry used several different gtrs in 69 when this was actually recorded. Was it really a strat? Thought it was one of his gibsons..

[@cinderbinx]

@@studiodlux I looked around and found it was recorded with a Strat.

[@fr3qh0pp3r]

I’ve been listening to this song from Chicago since I was eleven in 1970 (now 63). I was mesmerized by Terry Kath’s solo. It was just huge to my little ears but so cool !!!! Big compliment to your cover as I listened to the song track playing and your guitar playing it was tracking!!!! You nailed it brother!!!! Really awesome !!!!

[@fr3qh0pp3r]

Pray all is well with you and family first and foremost. One of my all time favorites is “Low Down “ by Chicago. I have confidence based on what I’ve seen of your playing that you can handle it. Would love to see you do that cover. Have a great weekend !!!!Peace !!!!

[@lvgeorge]

You still got little ears? Just kidding! Me too, just love this song. Rock On!

[@MarshallAmpMan]

Damn! That's spot on!! Excellent playing!!!!

[@geraci89]

Thanks!

[@Luis-oj6zc]

All said and very well. After listening to you, I lay my guitar down.

[@geraci89]

Absolutely not!! You slow down the video speed and figure out how to play it. Thank you for the kind words and Keep rocking!

[@MrBritrider]

Terry Terry.....is that you? You never sounded better man!

[@bills1779]

I couldn't believe this video ... it's like Terry just sat down ... amazing

[@brianjanssen1182]

I’ve been playing over 40 years and to write this is just sick, especially in the 1970’s. To emulate is impressive but the feel and talent of the creator is legendary

[@edoolokun]

Woooooooo , Terry Kath and Jimmie Hendrix from the sky Blessing You , well done Terrific ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤💯👌

[@geraci89]

Thanks!!!

[@joeking433]

Whenever I see someone play a guitar cover it always gives me great appreciation for the original guitarist. Terry Kath was even better than I thought he was! Jimi Hendrix said he was the "best guitarist in the universe"! Maybe he was right?

[@geraci89]

That's why I do em. Playing what Terry Kath played gives me a special sense of satisfaction. Obviously when not doing a video you add your own flavours and make it a bit more organic. Terry was great and so was Jimi and many others.

[@davidgarcia8343]

Dude that was pretty darn great. That interpretation was awesome

[@DavidB-rx3km]

A good showcase of Telecaster tones, it's my favourite guitar even though I've never owned one.

[@NoOne-kr4jc]

I like this performance but im like bro!!!! cmon!!! you missed those little delicious licks he has after he sings!!! lol

[@geraci89]

haha. learning the solo wore me down and I had to play all of this in one continuous take so I didn't want to risk it! Maybe in the future.

[@frankmarrero2112]

Excellent video , thank you! -Frank

[@grannysmiles]

Thank you! There, but only for a brief moment, I could close my eyes and almost see Terry's silky head of hair bobbin to the beat... I am smiling

[@josephcalabrese2220]

Awesome!! Been playing for 60 years and I’m still working on this one!! Lol

[@geraci89]

Thanks Joseph! It's a bear of a challenge that's for sure! Keep going!

[@GerryBlue]

Great playing a very cool replica before the actual Custom Shop made it.

[@geraci89]

Thanks! It's a little extra special making your own

[@ldhorricks]

IMO the best Guitar solo ever played...Bro That takes some cahones to do this...Terry would be stoked...He is simply my favorite Guitar player of all time...I would never even attempt any of his solos

[@studiodlux]

Nailed it man! Funny that everyone tries to play it exact but TK never even cared to do that!

[@geraci89]

Thanks! I know right...we all spent so much time learning what he did note for note as if he planned it that way, and that was 100% the only time he ever played it that way.

[@HeliTom84]

That was so damn good! 🎉👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🎸

[@pomod]

Nice job. Kath was such an underrated/overlooked player; but thos in the know, know.

[@geraci89]

Thank you! Yes it feels a bit like an exclusive club to be a Kath fan doesn't it.

[@dustylover100]

​@@geraci89, been a Chicago freak since 1972. And it was a sad day when he died.

[@dustylover100]

That entire Chicago II album was a prog rock masterpiece.

[@geraci89]

@@dustylover100 CTA, II, III, V, VII....amazing albums!!!

[@portrait1001]

Three almost absolutes, one Terry Kath was almost absolutely the best guitar player ever, two this song has one of the longest guitar solos ever, three this cover can not be out done 👍🎉

[@geraci89]

haha thank you! Maybe one day I will try to outdo it, but I wouldn't post anything if I didn't genuine believe the bar was set high enough.

[@v.german11b]

Excellent, amazing rendition of Terry Kath! 💪🏼🎸🇺🇲

[@PappaDolce]

Dude - that was spectacular.

[@geraci89]

Thank you! I did my best to honour it

[@mikemurdock7234]

WOW, you sound just like Terry here. Terrific cover, the best one I've seen on KZbin so far. Totally nailed his tone and feeling.

[@geraci89]

I tried my best. Thank you :)

[@theodoresavvidis593]

it's unbelievable this solo I heard right now...everything are good cngratulations!!

[@geraci89]

I appreciate that thank you!

[@glennbrandimarte61]

THAT is unbelievable! Too good, bro'!

[@geraci89]

Thanks Glenn!

[@josephlang5540]

The counter response at 3:20 going forward is brilliant ❤

[@jm12green31]

Very nice man I appreciate your interpretation

[@geraci89]

Thank you! Certainly not the easiest to do!

[@darylrubin7269]

That's Terry. You cant fool me!!

[@SkullCrush_Drawings]

I played the Trumpet Part of it during my concert

[@b.g.7411]

That Tele. WHOA. oh yeah, and great job with the song and all.

[@SR-jd6qe]

What a massive undertaking the was. I heard tale that Jimmy Hendricks didn't want to follow him after they opened for him. I believe it .

[@jaymcdonald9514]

Great job to cover this masterful solo. Love your Terrycaster. Keep on rockin'

[@geraci89]

I love it too...i was born 20 years or so too late to even experience the real Tele and TK. So this will have to do

[@drewblake6304]

Duuuuude, That was deadly 👏

[@eddiemitchell5280]

That was fantastic dude! You also really nailed the tone!

[@geraci89]

Thanks man! It's a tough one to achieve.

[@freddylopez7536]

You killed bravo

[@freesk8]

Wow! Nicely done! Great song! Great performance! Thanks! :)

[@geraci89]

Thanks for the kind words I appreciate it!

[@staceyroberson9730]

Awesome bro Terry is my favorite guitar player and he lives on because of guitar playing like you. RIP Terry

[@georgetown2180]

I cannot stop watching this it is too perfect

[@jamesharris184]

You because of you because of you alone I just decided to see Chicago. Thank you

[@geraci89]

Wow that’s very high praise. And a coincidence because I am seeing them tonight! Thank you

[@jameselvisproductions4501]

Very, very impressive! Wow dude, you nailed such a hard progression (Hendrix once called him a better guitar player than him)

[@geraci89]

I did my best. Thanks!

[@robrecker4412]

Terry would be Proud

[@geraci89]

Thanks Rob. I hope so :)

[@gaetanogreen4970]

I'm amazed. I've been playing almost all of my life and can't come close to that. You are truly blessed. Enjoy the glory because you deserve it.

[@geraci89]

I really appreciate that thank you. Tried to do the song justice.

[@Bete_Noir]

Does this mean that there were two guitars on this iconic cut? If it was an overdub, how did that happen on the live Tanglewood performance?

[@geraci89]

Yes for sure there were at least 2 guitars. Live, whoever the guitar player is just needs to pick the most appropriate lane for the part of the song I guess.

[@Aleshotgun]

This absolutely deserves more views and likes!

[@ShadowT23]

This is fucking perfect, great job

[@geraci89]

I appreciate that!

[@cesarluisgp]

nailed it. that's it. nothing left to see on YT today. brutal!

[@GFam0703]

Wow, that was fun to watch!

[@geraci89]

Just imagine how fun it is to play! haha

[@Mark-ye3of]

Dudes that's awesome

[@spiratustreviso9885]

Phenomenal playing. I've never heard/seen anyone do Terry Kath better than this! That's a huge compliment, my friend. Awesome!!!

[@wadeteevens9164]

Michael you can thank your father for broadening your musical horizons, it's what make's you such a versatile guitarist! You make me want to listen to Chicago!

[@davidchavers1820]

WELL DONE !!!!!

[@butcheringsaint]

Sweet! First one i searched and clicked on. Did not disappoint. Thanks.

[@DiogenesUlyanov]

that solo... was 1for1. good god

[@clerk344]

I watch this frequently such a jam! Good job man

[@robertbright2057]

EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE 🎼🎸🎼 you did Terry proud.!!!🎼🎸🎼

[@davidmaida5282]

This was absolutely perfect and the closest I have ever witnessed staying true to the late-great Terry Kath. Thank You!!

[@geraci89]

Thanks! please hit subscribe if you enjoyed that :) There will be more!

[@juancarlosesparza6841]

Superb!!!,Amazing guitar player!!!!

[@412willis]

Excellent Job

[@amsterman007]

absolutely kickass

[@bradj893]

Dude incredible

[@geraci89]

Thanks Brad!

[@hepgeoff]

Dang, that's super impressive! Exactly note for note. I've been playing since I was 16 and I'm 71 now, and I could never be that good.

[@geraci89]

Never say never! Will power got me through this one. And the ability to slow the track down. It was tough though! Thank you for the kind words :)

[@Cal99ers]

I guess you figured out by now to extend the video a few more seconds after you're done for the YT suggestions that pop up.

[@geraci89]

I didn’t think of that. I’ll be using that in the future cause I never liked how the suggestions block the video. Thanks!

[@manki777]

in my youth there exist only two really good guitarplayers: jimi and terry!!!! they are still the best!

[@bigjay4491]

Dam....ol boy got down! Killed it!👍

[@geraci89]

Hey Im not old yet!!

[@wizardglick9609]

That was amazing! Great job!

[@geraci89]

I appreciate that, thank you!

[@cyoishi]

Nicely done. One of the best guitar solos in the history of rock.

[@geraci89]

I totally agree!!!

[@DROly1]

Just WOW!!...his playing says it all. Perfect!

[@jasonkeaton5140]

Dude you got the tele! Amazing how it sounds on this

[@geraci89]

This is one I made. I love it!

[@blakegregory969]

That Tele is a player in your hands. Beautiful

[@andrewclemons8619]

What a jam. Sweet tele man. You can play it

[@geraci89]

Thanks man! It was a bucket lister for me. Its a Mt. Everest of guitar solos. A video from a dude named Emerson Swinford inspired me to actually buckle up and power through it.

[@brandonfindlay2249]

Great job!

[@Andrewkafp]

12/10. You and Emerson have the 2 best renditions.

[@geraci89]

Thanks Andrew! I actually learned some of the parts from him :)

[@gitaarlesonline]

great playing , been helpfull especially with the chords , thanx

[@zaunbeene9757]

More please

[@roeekronfeld2912]

So underrated song and underrated cover, man you are absolutely amazing

[@codywood6082]

This is one of the best covers of this song I have seen! Great job!

[@gshock3092]

I like the guitar too Terry would love it!

[@MS-rc8vr]

Spot on. Period.

[@bills1779]

OGHHH MY F'ing GOD !!! Superbly done dude, way to shred those strings Ala Kath .... and that guitar 🎸 ..... looks just like the original. Great job on that 👏 .... literally stomped me feet thru the whole song .... thank you! WOW .... gots to be thee best cover on YT. If you could give lessons ... lemme know

[@richardmiller191]

That was AMAZING!! I'm a huge Terry Kath fan, think he's the best ever. Saw Chicago in '77 in L.A. on his last tour. Been playing that song ever since but never anything close to your talent. Thanks for posting.

[@geraci89]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@J0nny61]

Wow, you nailed that, liked and subscribed.

[@AlyssaMartiniMusic]

I just taught Brianstew today on guitar then heard this song and realized that was the baby version and this has gotta come next

[@NYSeaNile]

dope tele, dope tone, blackhawks sticker, Humbucker in the neck. THE SOLO. this video is badass

[@bigtony2499]

I discovered this a few months ago and come back to it regularly. The tone is impeccable. Made me fall in love with this song again being able to pick up parts you can’t hear so well in the original and makes it so much sweeter. Great job!

[@geraci89]

I appreciate that. It was very difficult to find the tone cause I really wanted it to be good

[@gregcarter2302]

This is truly amazing. Not many players have the balls to even try playing Terry’s licks. You have nailed it. Well done man!

[@geraci89]

I appreciate that. Thank you

[@strictlywicked186]

Absolutely KILLER

[@geraci89]

Thank you! Means a lot :)

[@sgtrek5200]

The was just plain awesome !