American Workhorse J45 Documentary Film 2019 Trailer

**2022 UPDATE**
This film is still in production and we have so many amazing and exciting things to share with you all once we are ready to make the announcements. We are floored and flattered from the word of mouth buzz this film is already getting and we've hardly made any anouncements about it.
We appreciate your support and your anticipation is encouraging. This trailer was released before the global pandemic which definitely broke a few of our strings and delayed a ton of our plans. Even now it's a challenge to reschedule some of the key interviews we had locked in for 2020. But this trailer has also led to some of the best interviews yet filmed just this past month of 2022!!
Art takes as long as it takes and this film has too many amazing stories in it to not take the time to make it right. The only silver lining in this global delay is that the footage we have filmed in the last year is some of the best, most beautiful and mindblowing footage for the film yet.
It really is nice to know that there are interested viewers out there cheering us along as the film comes together. Stay safe, be cool and keep on strummin' out there! ✌️
- Ted
For more information, to contact regarding interviews or support, please visit americanworkhorsemovie.com/
©2019 American Workhorse Film
©2016 Ted Wulfers, 663 Films

[@chuckrussell1686]

Getting my first Gipson this week after 30 years playing and singing around bars and with some people that has moved on to Nashville and are playing for a living now . After working two jobs for over 20 years and beating the hell out of every door to just let me play and sing hell most of the time for free just for the love of music and use to play a buddy’s J45 when he was in town I said one of these days I will own one well finely that day has come it is coming this week. All I can say to the young people out playing and getting up on stage just for the love of music never let anyone stop you or keep you down keep on keeping on . And yes the J45 is what I’m getting and this 50 year old man is still in shock after all this time I will own one thank you Gipson for making the Guitars you give for so many years. God Bless The USA 🇺🇸

[@RyTyme]

Congrats on the new Gibson! I bet you will really appreciate it even more after waiting so long for one. J45's are really prefect.

[@chuckrussell1686]

@@RyTyme Thank you and yes I love it had it for about 4 days now and can’t put it down it is a amazing guitar just wow

[@RyTyme]

@@chuckrussell1686 Awesome!

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Congrats! That is truly awesome. It's going to keep you rocking and strumming along for many more!

[@chuckrussell1686]

@@americanworkhorsej45film81 I’m enjoying it so much

[@billbrayley6836]

I’ve seen a few replies to people asking if this movie is still going to release. I’m glad to know it’s still in the process of being put out. I recently purchased a 2020 Gibson J-45 and aside from the immediate personal satisfaction I got from owning such an amazing instrument, I also looked at a lot more videos and online material about them. I continually hear words like “workhorse and icon” used whenever people speak about this guitar. After having spent time with it, I feel these words are an apt description of what is probably the last acoustic guitar I’ll purchase or even want. Can’t wait till this movie comes out! 😊

[@canajian]

I have a 2017 Gibson J45.. I am one of those guys who was around that guitar player when young, that played local bars and let you play it and showed you a few chords.. I'm no professional, I'm a guy who knows a few chords, keeps lyrics handy cuz I always forget em, and maybe one day I'll practice more when I retire, and have the time to explore more on the fret board. How I got my J45... I helped a client out with a product and saved them 26 thousand dollars, And a few weeks later I got a call requesting I pick something up for them at a local music store... When I got there, the J45 was waiting with my name on it... A gift for doing something for a client.. I am what I consider an appreciator of acoustic music, and the old troubadour type players and songwriters... And I think the best way to explain when a guitar feels right, is when you pick it up, put it against your body and strum it and it goes through to your soul, and you don't want to put it down, Or when you strum a C7 at the 5th fret or pick a lick that you've hit on many guitars but that guitar sustains, rings, travels to your soul in a way that just sounds and feels "right" to you.... I believe that feeling happened alot for J45 owners and players... I'm looking forward to seeing this movie when it finally makes it out... Good luck and happy pickin n grinnin..

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Wow! What a great story!!!

[@haroldsanchez8235]

Orale brother & sister I’m 61 yrs YOUNG walk the walk with kids growing up keeping them in the right finally got my J 45 I can’t tell you how young this guitar makes me feel every time I play it’s just good therapy and I’ll be playing this for the next 61 years I don’t think I’ll last that long but I know my guitar well and I’ll just pass it onto my grandson who plays along with me And my workhorse 🇺🇸

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Harold, that is truly amazing and so wonderful to hear.

[@Silverback303]

The j45 is the only acoustic guitar you´ll ever need

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

In most cases...we agree!

[@fastm3980]

I just bought one in December 2021 and I love it.... 🤣🤣🤣🤣 I'm enjoying this fine instrument so much 😀❤️🤗🤤

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Fantastic!!

[@will976]

I am waiting for my 50's original J45, Hope the documentary gets completed soon.

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Oooh very cool. Did you get your 50s Original yet? Us too! Making an independent documentary and getting hit with the Covid-19 global pandemic was a major setback. We still aren't able to travel to some of the countries where we have interviews set up and many of our interviews...especially world famous people...were delayed due to health concerns. Now that people are getting vaccinated and most of the world is slowly opening up, we can't wait to show you this beautiful film. We are actually shooting some of the best and most beautiful footage this weekend! Covid delayed us but it will be worth the wait when it's ready and we'll let you know as soon as we do!!

[@will976]

@@americanworkhorsej45film81 Im still waiting on my 50,s original, sad to say,,,everything seems upside down these days. Stay Safe and Be Well........Bill

[@gymiemac]

I have a Custom Shop J-45 Mystic with Brazilian Rosewood Back & sides last year , has been on my bucket guitar list for 40 years Just Love it

[@ItsME-jm6fn]

Just got my first J-45 a week ago. I’ve have Martins, even other Gibson acoustics. Now I get the appeal of the J-45. Please keep us posted on your progress on this project!

[@quentinlargcoie]

Got mine for my 60th birthday and I absolutely LOVE IT

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Fantastic! What year / model did you get?

[@quentinlargcoie]

@@americanworkhorsej45film81 J45 standard new from peach guitars here in the UK 😁

[@jasinow]

The J-45 sonically has beauty in it’s Kaos. That’s why so many singer songwriters still gravitate to them. Every time you play one you hear something exotic that inspires or leads you off to a new beginning. To a point where they musically kind of have a mind of there own . When you truely believe in what your playing it’ll mimick the mood your feeling and ride along. I loving mine more & more everyday. It’s, Neva boring, it’s neva dead, It’s Neva pigeoned holed when released. It’s just a dancer to the moments.

[@vonrodri314]

I have the 2019 Gibson J45 Modern Deluxe and it’s a dream to play.

[@dean-marr]

I bought mine 2012, best purchase I've made. Great trailer 👌

[@jamesn5595]

Just traded a vintage ES-125, and LG2 3/4 and a 15 year old J-45 Standard for a 1959 J-45. Elated!!!

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Now that's an awesome trade! How does the 1959 compare to your 2005/2006 (ish?). Did I do the math right? Very very cool....I bet the 59 sings!

[@vincentlussier8264]

To all you J45'ers out there I almost bought one too. Steve's music store in Montreal didn't have one. So about to place an order for one I tried a sunburst Gibson Songwriter, fell ship line and sinker for it and bought it! Oh but I'm still a Gibson guy now so I still count don't I?

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Only a Gibson is Good Enough!

[@thesohamsingersongwriter]

Lovely documentary. Keep making them. Best wishes 🤗

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Thank you! We'll let you know when it's ready and out in the world!

[@Mapleneckguitar]

Totally stumbled across this video in my YT suggestions bar/box. Wow! Looking forward this this. Just checked out the website. lll pass it along. I have a feeling that this documentary will win a TON of awards.

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Thank you! We're making a beautiful film about a legendary instrument and everything so far has been pretty jaw dropping.

[@madcat5965]

I have a 1956 J45 in tobacco sunburst that is incredible

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Great year for J-45s and what a fantastic color. How long have you had it?

[@MrRoundwound]

I am lucky enough to have a script only wedge head with the fabric inside. God Bess America,from Vancouver Island Canada

[@patrickdyer939]

I just bought one today. Already feels like an old friend.

[@wayneminor5559]

Following. Will purchase the finished product. What an interesting subject and approach for acoustic guitarist of all flavors.

[@markdunne2288]

Nice!

[@cyj0408]

Hi, is this documentary ready? Looking forward to this ❤

[@rufus_the_cat]

Can’t wait for this to come out

[@runnningonempty]

GUESS I JUST PURCHASED TODAY!?!?!?!

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Very cool! How do you like it?

[@runnningonempty]

@@americanworkhorsej45film81 My favorite acoustic of my four.Gibson J45,Martin D28,Martin 0015,And my campfire guitar Fender CC-60S.

[@C-2-t-M]

Can’t wait for this!

[@ShellySS-D]

1955年製のJ-45を持っています。10本以上のギターを所持していますが、J-45が1番好きなギターです。苦楽を共にして来ました。この先も何があろうとも手離せないギターです。 このチャンネル、まだ動画が１本しかあがってないようですが、続編をお願い致します。 楽しみにしています❤

[@stucarr2912]

I just got my j45 with the intention of having some fun with it and sending it back for a refund.... but I'm keeping it, I love it

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Sounds like a keeper! Very cool.

[@UrbanYeti89]

Any updates on the film when will it be finished?

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Hello! Thanks for the message. Making an independent documentary and getting hit with the Covid-19 global pandemic was a major setback. We still aren't able to travel to some of the countries where we have interviews set up and many of our interviews...especially world famous people...were delayed due to health concerns. Now that people are getting vaccinated and most of the world is slowly opening up, we can't wait to show you this beautiful film. We are actually shooting some of the best and most beautiful footage this weekend! Covid delayed us but it will be worth the wait when it's ready and we'll let you know as soon as we do!!

[@fastm3980]

I can't wait for this doc 🤗

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

We appreciate your support and your anticipation is encouraging. This trailer was released before the global pandemic which definitely broke a few of our strings and delayed a ton of our plans. Even now it's a challenge to reschedule some of the key interviews we had locked in for 2020. But this trailer has also led to some of the best interviews yet filmed just this past month. Art takes as long as it takes and this film has too many amazing stories in it to not take the time to make it right. The only silver lining in this global delay is that the footage we have filmed in the last year is some of the best, most beautiful and mindblowing footage for the film yet. It really is nice to know that there are interested viewers out there cheering us along as the film comes together. Stay safe, be cool and keep on strummin' out there! ✌

[@garrettchristopher3462]

​@@americanworkhorsej45film81 please still release this movie!

[@flostehr6457]

Please release the movie.

[@AnonymousNP]

I love the j-45's but darn I love those vintage southern Jumbo's

[@johnmitchell6243]

Hey brother, whens the full documentary coming? This looks awesome.

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Thank you!! As soon as we can!! Making an independent documentary and getting hit with the Covid-19 global pandemic was a major setback. We still aren't able to travel to some of the countries where we have interviews set up and many of our interviews...especially world famous people...were delayed due to health concerns. Now that people are getting vaccinated and most of the world is slowly opening up, we can't wait to show you this beautiful film. We are actually shooting some of the best and most beautiful footage this weekend! Covid delayed us but it will be worth the wait when it's ready and we'll let you know as soon as we do!!

[@los_rubos]

Big ups for this guys! We need more docos like this.

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Thank you. Still working on it but can't wait for you to see it when it's complete.

[@robbiecleighmarks3088]

I don't have J45 (an SJ is on my list) I do however have a J15... Freaking awesome box in and of itself.

[@tdc_2021]

The J-15 is a classic for sure

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

I'm glad you're digging the J-15....Great guitars!

[@corky1548]

Nice

[@haroldgamble9781]

Looking forward to the film. I just bought a 2016 J45 Custom (Rosewood b&s) that has been discontinued and perhaps replaced by the “Deluxe” (Rosewood b&s). I hope the film goes into all of the variations of the J45 because it’s hard to get information from Gibson, unlike Martin.

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

We have worked very hard to cover the variations. You're gonna love it!! Stay tuned!

[@mikeycroucher4299]

When is it being shown

[@acurabby]

2022 and no video produced we've been all waiting for? All talk and no walk Gibson? NOT even an update since 2020?

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

We appreciate your support and your anticipation is encouraging. This trailer was released before the global pandemic which definitely broke a few of our strings and delayed a ton of our plans. Even now it's a challenge to reschedule some of the key interviews we had locked in for 2020. But this trailer has also led to some of the best interviews yet filmed just this past month. Art takes as long as it takes and this film has too many amazing stories in it to not take the time to make it right. The only silver lining in this global delay is that the footage we have filmed in the last year is some of the best, most beautiful and mindblowing footage for the film yet. It really is nice to know that there are interested viewers out there cheering us along as the film comes together. Stay safe, be cool and keep on strummin' out there! ✌

[@mikeycroucher4299]

I am in the uk will it be on KZbin 😊

[@gdjjrthistime165]

The J45 is like a Harley- there is a mystique about it that can't be explained and if it does need explaining, it won't be understood.

[@Oculus729]

It's five years later. Did this documentary ever get made?

[@mikemoffatt6610]

No. A three year pandemic happened during the production....pretty sure they're still working on it though. It's an independent documentary, might take a lil extra time.

[@ozzyozb1]

I have the J45 Modern walnut burst and love it to death.

[@jeffw468]

Any update on when this movie will be finished?

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

We appreciate your support and your anticipation is encouraging. This trailer was released before the global pandemic which definitely broke a few of our strings and delayed a ton of our plans. Even now it's a challenge to reschedule some of the key interviews we had locked in for 2020. But this trailer has also led to some of the best interviews yet filmed just this past month. Art takes as long as it takes and this film has too many amazing stories in it to not take the time to make it right. The only silver lining in this global delay is that the footage we have filmed in the last year is some of the best, most beautiful and mindblowing footage for the film yet. It really is nice to know that there are interested viewers out there cheering us along as the film comes together. Stay safe, be cool and keep on strummin' out there! ✌

[@jixxxxer17]

Wow this looks great and I can't wait to see it someday . I didn't know very much at all about acoustic guitars, my friend had an Epiphone J160 Lennon model, that's all i knew, i bought one too but the guitar was made in Indonesia and after only 3 weeks I had to bring it back to GC bc the strings were now sitting right on the frets that's how badly the neck went south. I again not knowing jack shit about acoustics went searching for another Epiphone J160 Lennon model . While searching this second time around i started looking at the Gibson J-160 it was then that a random KZbinr said " hey go for the J45 instead they are a much better guitar" I was skeptical but went for it and found a 2015 J45 with white waverly open back tuners on Ebay and bought it, I had no idea how it would sound or play, WELL the rest is history( in my own mind of course) as this J45 with those beautiful white Waverly tuners blew my mind. Not much of a story I know but that's all I have right now, Peace !

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Very very cool!!

[@chicagochris1988]

Any updates on the completion of this ?

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

We appreciate your support and your anticipation is encouraging. This trailer was released before the global pandemic which definitely broke a few of our strings and delayed a ton of our plans. Even now it's a challenge to reschedule some of the key interviews we had locked in for 2020. But this trailer has also led to some of the best interviews yet filmed just this past month. Art takes as long as it takes and this film has too many amazing stories in it to not take the time to make it right. The only silver lining in this global delay is that the footage we have filmed in the last year is some of the best, most beautiful and mindblowing footage for the film yet. It really is nice to know that there are interested viewers out there cheering us along as the film comes together. Stay safe, be cool and keep on strummin' out there! ✌

[@supermarioxs1]

What’s the status ? We are in 2021 almost middle of the year !!! How long is this going to take ? Are we there yet ? 😉

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Mario! Thanks for the message. Making an independent documentary and getting hit with the Covid-19 global pandemic was a major setback. We still aren't able to travel to some of the countries where we have interviews set up and many of our interviews...especially world famous people...were delayed due to health concerns. Now that people are getting vaccinated and most of the world is slowly opening up, we can't wait to show you this beautiful film. We are actually shooting some of the best and most beautiful footage this weekend! Covid delayed us but it will be worth the wait when it's ready and we'll let you know as soon as we do!! 😉 ✌️

[@tommyjones6130]

I've played a bunch of and did lust for a 45 most of my younger days. The guitar is too big for me so I settle with a 1936 L-00 in 1972. I've made around a 148 guitars but the L-00 is the one that I play everyday.

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

L-00 are great guitars!!

[@HungryHumbucker]

It's 2022. Has this been released yet?

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

We appreciate your support and your anticipation is encouraging. This trailer was released before the global pandemic which definitely broke a few of our strings and delayed a ton of our plans. Even now it's a challenge to reschedule some of the key interviews we had locked in for 2020. But this trailer has also led to some of the best interviews yet filmed just this past month. Art takes as long as it takes and this film has too many amazing stories in it to not take the time to make it right. The only silver lining in this global delay is that the footage we have filmed in the last year is some of the best, most beautiful and mindblowing footage for the film yet. It really is nice to know that there are interested viewers out there cheering us along as the film comes together. Stay safe, be cool and keep on strummin' out there! ✌

[@wilhelmrogue1]

And its 2022 is the movie out yet?

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

We appreciate your support and your anticipation is encouraging. This trailer was released before the global pandemic which definitely broke a few of our strings and delayed a ton of our plans. Even now it's a challenge to reschedule some of the key interviews we had locked in for 2020. But this trailer has also led to some of the best interviews yet filmed just this past month. Art takes as long as it takes and this film has too many amazing stories in it to not take the time to make it right. The only silver lining in this global delay is that the footage we have filmed in the last year is some of the best, most beautiful and mindblowing footage for the film yet. It really is nice to know that there are interested viewers out there cheering us along as the film comes together. Stay safe, be cool and keep on strummin' out there! ✌

[@pattomuso]

I'm actually a Gibson Heritage man, but hey..... ;)

[@douglasbright134]

I love playing my j45 if I could sell all my other brands of guitars I would be happy with just my j45 🎶

[@Roosterscoope]

same here buddy

[@MLR_Leigh]

any further updates on the release date of this documentary?

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Thanks for asking! The film is very much in production and we had some AMAZING AND LEGENDARY interviews and adventures planned for Spring and Summer of 2020 and BOOM... a global pandemic. It's been a bit of a hiccup but we're still working on the film and will let you know as soon as it's heading for release! It's been an amazing film to bring to the world and we can't wait either!

[@MLR_Leigh]

@@americanworkhorsej45film81 thank you for the update, Please stay safe!

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

@@MLR_Leigh Thank you! We are still plugging away! Making an independent documentary and getting hit with the Covid-19 global pandemic was a major setback. We still aren't able to travel to some of the countries where we have interviews set up and many of our interviews...especially world famous people...were delayed due to health concerns. Now that people are getting vaccinated and most of the world is slowly opening up, we can't wait to show you this beautiful film. We are actually shooting some of the best and most beautiful footage this weekend! Covid delayed us but it will be worth the wait when it's ready and we'll let you know as soon as we do!!

[@MLR_Leigh]

@@americanworkhorsej45film81 Appreciate the response team and honestly can't wait to watch it. To own a J45 is one of my lifetime goal guitars and mark my word I will own one (one day :)). Do you have any social media channels I could follow to support and maybe get a little insight? Stay Safe, Can't wait. Kind Regards

[@husamdogan1899]

How can I watch the full movie?

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

We appreciate your support and your anticipation is encouraging. This trailer was released before the global pandemic which definitely broke a few of our strings and delayed a ton of our plans. Even now it's a challenge to reschedule some of the key interviews we had locked in for 2020. But this trailer has also led to some of the best interviews yet filmed just this past month. Art takes as long as it takes and this film has too many amazing stories in it to not take the time to make it right. The only silver lining in this global delay is that the footage we have filmed in the last year is some of the best, most beautiful and mindblowing footage for the film yet. It really is nice to know that there are interested viewers out there cheering us along as the film comes together. Stay safe, be cool and keep on strummin' out there! ✌

[@bambamfreddyable]

Was that Todd Kerns?

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

The one the only! Todd Rocks!

[@Gunslinger320]

Any updates?

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Thanks for asking! The film is very much in production and we had some AMAZING AND LEGENDARY interviews and adventures planned for Spring and Summer of 2020 and BOOM... a global pandemic. It's been a bit of a hiccup but we're still working on the film and will let you know as soon as it's heading for release! It's been an amazing film to bring to the world and we can't wait either!

[@Gunslinger320]

@@americanworkhorsej45film81 ...any updates????

[@keithnorvell3583]

I always thought the j45 was an ugly guitar. I was looking for a certain sound and thought I found the closest I could get with the Martin d-18. Then I picked up a j45 and I've never looked back.

[@Roosterscoope]

Updates?

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Thanks for asking! The film is very much in production and we had some AMAZING AND LEGENDARY interviews and adventures planned for Spring and Summer of 2020 and BOOM... a global pandemic. It's been a bit of a hiccup but we're still working on the film and will let you know as soon as it's heading for release! It's been an amazing film to bring to the world and we can't wait either!

[@d335guitar]

@@americanworkhorsej45film81 just bought one j45 50's style. Can't wait to see the footage 💗

[@loloschool]

I am a Gibson guy. But to find a good vintage J-45 I have to play a few hundred to find one. And this "Documentary", ye gads, comes across as social media marketing propaganda "hipster style". That said, I do love of my 45.

[@usenkgz4998]

I got my Gibson Songwriter Deluxe Studio, i love it. But next guitar of my collection is going to be J-45 Sunburst🙏

[@kalleblomkvist4173]

MARTIN D18....the thing is to find a good sounding gibson...

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

There are lots of amazing sounding Gibsons out there.

[@brunningwolf]

Never had any luck with this guitar always something going wrong my choice is Martin d45,s.

[@falkirkshelby2313]

Understandable. Martin is a good brand, love their D-28. But then when I had a chance to play the J-45, I bought that one instead

[@brunningwolf]

I’ll take a Martin over a Gibson.anyday

[@Roosterscoope]

Good for you 🤣

[@falkirkshelby2313]

K..... Congrats!

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Sounds like you're a Martin player. There are lots of great guitars out there in the world but I feel you're really going to love this documentary and even though you may still be a Martin player after watching it, you'll at least see the many reasons we all love our Gibson J-45s and Gibson acoustics in general!

[@134SASAKI]

I own a Gibson J-45 and Martin D-28, use them at work every day. Both are great guitars. The J-45 is useful for busy mixes. D-28 shines in relatively calm mixes. I bought them second hand. The total cost was 380,000 yen (about 3,400 USD). I don't want anything more.

[@John-wr6yo]

There's a majic,There's a mojo that goes with these old gibsons,and there is a ridiculously stupid price tag that goes with them too. Duh...

[@jordansinger8543]

This has to be the longest film in production project I have ever seen ........ is there a release date????

[@americanworkhorsej45film81]

Jordan, We appreciate your interest in the film and from your comment, we can tell you have obviously made many films before, so you're already aware of the logistics involved in making an independent film that involves interviewing people on numerous continents and getting the clearances for some of the most famous recordings in history while then being interrupted for several years by a global pandemic. Given your expertise on the subject, we'd be happy to put you in touch with the film's accountant for donations or the production office to arrange interviews immediately. Art takes as long as it takes my friend...and we're making a truly amazing and beautiful film that you are going to love!! Trust us...when there's a release date you're gonna see and hear about it everywhere! Until then, if you truly care about the instrument and the spirit of this film....cheer us on or help us out and critique the final product when it's ready rather than the production schedule. ✌