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[@mairianncullen8753]

👏👏👏💕💕💕 What a musician and what a gentleman! This interview needs to be preserved as part of the history of country music. Hats' off the The Captain for letting the great Albert Lee speak without interruptions.

[@Docsjeff]

Wow,that Highwayman rendition was extremely emotional for me.That man sings straight from the center of his heart. Thank You so much for sharing this.

[@robertmoore3643]

BBC should just give up and start buying these interviews off you. That was...magnificent.

[@JDODify]

Guys, you should probably chop out the performance of Highwayman at the end and re-upload it as a separate video - many people probably won't get to the end of a 2hr video and realise that there's an amazing performance there.

[@Whodidthis12345]

I completely agree- it was an incredible performance

[@xxnonstopdancingxx]

Fair point but fuck em. It’s two hours of pure gold if they don’t want to watch something because it is two hours then they can’t be that interested. I guarantee those people have already wasted two hours today watching cat videos

[@ethanedwards1181]

That 2 hours was well worth it to hear Albert tell stories.... What a life!!!

[@longjaw-1]

Agreed, absolutely wonderful.

[@alansturgess1324]

01.57.20

[@captain_sandesh]

Albert even at this age has a child in him, making him so full of life! Awesome job captain!

[@simoneric8183]

Yes he seems so fresh.. Although he's seen everything, played everything, talked to all the world... he is still a simple man... he could almost say the only person he didn't meet is God, but he remains himself.

[@timothydaniels504]

You have to hand it to Albert Lee’s parents for co-signing all those guitar purchases. He sure didn’t let them down. Kudo’s to the captain for this and all the other great interviews and reviews.

[@18echosf]

The end of the video, Highwayman, was so, so touching. I had tears in my eyes. And, Albert has a wonderful voice. Thanks for such a wonderful moving interview.

[@alphakittyofficial]

This is the BEST Andertons' video ever.What a gift for guitarists and musicians in general! Thanks so much, Lee!

[@Pantalooj]

Easily! One of the most fascinating and amazing interviews I can remember ... KZbin, TV, or anywhere else

[@Lozh1993]

@@Pantalooj couldn't agree more

[@pauldavis3904]

Still remains the best

[@jamesmorrow6042]

Yes Albert Lee was and is an amazing guitar player. I had no idea he could play piano so well. Also can’t believe he didn’t sing more. He has a great voice. The performance of highway man was so tasteful done. Loved the interview. Watched it all the way through. Going in now to watch some Albert Lee pickin on u tube. Thank you Albert for the interview and the people who got him to do this. I loved it.

[@pauldavis3904]

@@jamesmorrow6042 he was also born in the next town over from where I grew up 🙂

[@prodchronic]

What an honour That piece at the end was beautiful

[@erikoginski3207]

That rendition of Highwayman was enough to give this grown man the chills. What an amazing human and what a wonderful tribute to your late father-in-law. A wonderful reminder of why we do music!

[@Docsjeff]

Absolutely.

[@WS-ij1fu]

If there are awards for interviews this should sweep the boards.

[@wardcheryldarcie]

I have to say that Captain Lee's interviews have become way more than entertainment. They have become historical documents. Great artists have told there stories here and i believe that the information contained herein will be invaluable to players in the future. Captain Lee has not only become a great interviewer but a custodian of guitar history.

[@stevecrocker6904]

Lee's become a very good interviewer and plays very decent accompaniment too

[@MrScrofulous]

Yes, he has this weird interview technique whereby he asks a question, and then actually sits and listens to the reply without interrupting.

[@gerrydumbreck2108]

If and when we finally lose Alvin , ( and I hope its not in the next 30 years ) , this could be lifted and played as a straight up homage to his life and amazing career. Fantastic.

[@bobbynoe1]

@@gerrydumbreck2108 It's a little bit less than Ten Years After that we've lost Alvin ;-)

[@gerrydumbreck2108]

@@bobbynoe1 My bad , I meant Albert.

[@CameraNostalgiaClub]

Wow Albert Lee singing highway man was incredible! What a voice! 🤩🎸

[@robertfalconer5054]

What s gifted musician Albert Lee is, amazing.

[@good_king_guitarman1334]

I'd say skilled more than gifted. He is also a gentleman.

[@joshiuahallenbeck531]

Going to see Albert next week, literally a block from my house and I'm giddy as a child.

[@dickturpin6524]

Are you kidding me ! .... That highway man needs recording and releasing just as it is . Absolutely brilliant.

[@jamessherlock8132]

Best video by Andertons EVER. Please make more with guitarists of similar age and life experience.

[@realboyle]

I heard Albert perform live for the first of many times, 27 years ago. I was there early in The Hangar, Galway. He chatted away as he showed me how to properly tie strings so that they would stay best in tune without slipping. At the end of the full-house gig Albert asked me to hold and mind his MusicMan while he wet off to sign autographs ... and yes, I was tempted to run off with the guitar, but of course I didn't. :-) :-)

[@krustybuzzard2477]

That was the first time I heard highway man and loved it. I always thought it was another tune without listening to the story and I.was blown away by Albert's rendition. Bravo bravo.

[@JohnnyNowhere]

Freaking Albert Lee. He came to Nashville and turned us all on our ear. A legend on both sides of the pond. Kudos.

[@ziggybongwater7915]

only danny gatton and johnny hiland can come close

[@kingstumble]

I remember seeing Albert Lee with Hogan's Heroes in a small pub many years ago. I think I just stood there with my chin on the floor.

[@normansimpson5637]

I always forget what an awesome singer Albert lee is! Such a superb talent

[@satinwhip]

Amazingly talented and humble man. God bless you, Albert.

[@stephenzeagman9985]

Unreal version of the song....voice sounds unbelievable!

[@ronshoud3502]

What a great interview! I love how Captain lets Albert do all the talking without interrupting him. What a great guy!

[@rbagel55]

Boy he sure has some great stories. No doubt, he has lived a full life & has played with just about everybody. Never knew he played piano & sang so we'll. Fantastic interview.

[@Mexxx65]

We are not Worthy...simply not worthy....a living legend...would still be such a modest statement about Albert Lee....British music legend

[@toneseeker4968]

Long, long time American fan of Albert's musical talent and guitar chops... but now I'm an even bigger fan, because on top of all that, I see that he's also a fantastic, down to Earth human being. Thank you, Lee, for hosting and posting this video of the brilliant Mr. Albert Lee. As usual, your manners and professionalism were impeccable. Long live, "The Captain Meets..."

[@mikerowbotham2585]

Great human being, incredible musician. Got 3 Albert Lee guitars all signed by the man himself, SSS BFR, SSS 70th Birthday edition and a HH 70th Birthday edition. They are the best guitars. If anyone is considering a new purchase do yourself a favour and try an Albert Lee.

[@aliceverheij]

Never heard such a beautiful rendition of Highwayman. What a performance!

[@philrougier5533]

Fantastic interview with Albert Lee with a superb rendition of Highwayman at the end. 2 hours of sheer bliss from beginning to end. Well done!

[@MrTDembinski]

I remember seeing him as part of Clapton’s Money and Cigarettes tour band (1983) in Philadelphia - he was an absolute monster - for the encore, Ry Cooder, who was the opening act, came on stage and all three took a verse and a solo on Crossroads, never heard it played better Wow...just finished...Highway Man brought a tear to my eye...

[@jamesryan5436]

I absolutely love Clapton but Lee is an absolute animal I his version of cocaine is savage

[@the2connors]

I've been a fan of Albert Lee for many years because of his magical guitar playing ( Eric Clapton has started Albert is his favourite number one player) but then I saw him & saw what a great guy he is - long live Albert Lee. may he keep playing forever. With regard Anderton's Captain I've been watching for some time as I really enjoy finding them very Informative & the Captain entertaining.

[@MattyK-USA]

Ah, me. This interview represents the pinnacle of "Captain Meets..." episodes, and by a long mile as far as I'm concerned. Fantastic stories, a great artist and gentleman, and an ending that brought a tear to more than one eye I am sure. Considering the typically high quality level of these and the great artists that have appeared, I'm not sure I can pay a higher compliment. Bravo, sirs.

[@timothydaniels504]

Albert Lee, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, the Beatles... they all found their inspiration in American music and took it to levels that nobody dreamed of.

[@chrisofnottingham]

These interviews of guitar legends by The Captain are solid gold.

[@ryanchadwick4432]

Worth every minute this video.

[@mickymillersson4376]

For an old guy like me, 72, this stuff is magic. Takes me right back there to the late 50s early 60s. Best time ever to have been a teenager. It's 3 years on 2021 and still worth another look.

[@richardbrown8848]

What an absolute legend , great captain meets . The performance of the highwayman very emotional. Absolutely brilliant .

[@fossilmatic]

Great stories, and fewer and fewer left who can tell them from firsthand. Thank you for letting Albert talk, this is gold.

[@budandbean1]

fossilmatic, you are so correct, that’s a great point. Just letting him talk is what makes it a amazing interview.

[@Brmmsilva]

What a Storyteller! Brilliant. Loved the show.

[@cantweallgetalong]

I dunno why, but I could listen to Albert's stories of his life in the music business endlessly. Bring Albert back as a regular if he's game.

[@billtaylor4897]

The Best 2Hrs I've Spent In A Long Long Time... Thanks Lee And Albert

[@twobobshort1914]

I was lucky enough to see and meet Albert the night before he filmed this. What a great musician and a thoroughly nice bloke too boots 👍🏻

[@Deliquescentinsight]

Albert has played with the lot, every big name out there, and managed to build his own place in the American country scene, not bad for a Brit!

[@zhiracs]

Any musical genre Americans have a foothold in, there's always some brits who do it better. (Except blues. Nobody beats Black American blues players.)

[@Fektthis]

errr, no?

[@soulsweet40]

The american country players still have the edge...but I agree otherwise

[@Fektthis]

it's all subjective but since we're claiming genres and the best guitarists playing in them, we own you on the Blues, Country, Jazz, and Metal. What's that leave you? Classical? A tie at best. The Spanish and Mexicans beat us both anyway in that one. Pop? Don't follow enough pop session guitarists to say one way or another. You can have it if you want. It's not one I care about anyway. (also, I think the Japanese have us both beat in that one as well) So you guys got what? New Wave of British Heavy Metal? That'd mean something if it was 1979 again. (just so we're clear, most of the NWOBHM were really trying hard to be Eddie Van Halen when it came time for the solos)

[@meagainokay7673]

Fektthis Dude, are you serious? The whole term "Heavy Metal" was coined by a little band back in the day called BLACK SABBATH!!!

[@kassandjohnbolles3522]

When I was growing up in the middle of nowhere in Pennsylvania USA, my sister would go to dance parties and come home with albums by Tony Sheridan with the Beatles backing them up. She had no clue.... but I did!

[@x3LuxX]

The end is absolutely touching and emotional. Big movie and a great interview of an outstanding musician!

[@LasseHuhtala]

There should have been a disclaimer that the video might make you misty eyed. Dammit!

[@dennismccunney4462]

There are songs I love that I play very seldom because they stimulate my break down and cry reflex. This rendition of The Highwayman by Albert is one of them, . It feels like Albert thought "I remember that clinic and meeting the Captain's pa in law. I'm glad I could make him feel better, This one's for him, and if there is a place we go after we die, maybe he can look down and hear this and be happy." Albert is the kind of guy who would do it and mean it. This was simply the most beautiful things I've heard in some time. Thank you, Albert.

[@bassmandudge]

I watched this in silence...loving his stories...loving his guitar work over the years.... then the section at the end struck home with a similar situation I had had a few years ago....got to be honest i was holding it together...just...and then he sang...never heard him sing before...what a voice...lost it completely....wife.."you ok?" ."yes love...I'm fine. .contact lens is just playing up" .......ahem..... absolutely brilliant interview Lee... gave him space to talk ..dropped in at just the right times...best vid on Andertons. Really enjoying the Capt meets series. Thank you.

[@Mick-Dempsey]

I've been a fan of Albert since my early teens learning to play the guitar,I had no idea he was such an incredible singer,what a strong voice.I love him even more now which I didn't think was possible.

[@ijcnbdif]

The Captain meets Clapton please! Then I could die in peace.

[@tersan8547]

Angus Young😀

[@berkc06]

This is my dream too! Such a shame didn't happen.

[@pabloperez4063]

You only have to call him...he Will come

[@simoneric8183]

The Captain meets Macca... ?

[@artprince9163]

Ask Eric why he is so anti Vax!

[@surrebua]

Thank you so much!!! This is when grown men cry! This was the interview i was waiting for.....Albert Lee is my biggest influence ever!!!! I bought VHS tapes in the 80/90,s to learn his fingerpicstyle......his "highwayman" version is magic!!!! Thanks to Lee Anderton for make this magical moment to happen!!!! :-) Thanks from Norway!:-)

[@mitcharney1]

This is classic videography. A true piece of history for guitar players.

[@GertrudeGrindhorn]

Wow...Albert Lee, I am so blown away...I might just get one of his signature Music Man guitars after watching this video. Such a humble guy for a true Superstar. Don't see that very often anymore, sadly.

[@colmcasey1794]

Hey Captain if you live forever you will NEVER EVER interview anyone remotely as brilliant and humble as Albert Lee.Im 70 and have never watched a two hour video before this.Love to you from Ireland to you both.

[@johnwelch557]

Can't believe i missed this... absolutely beautiful are the only words.... my favorite musician. Albert Lee is a musician's musician and a better human than most. I hope he's around forever! Thanks!

[@MrPhilreilly]

I recently went to see Albert in Liverpool. Absolutely brilliant gig. I met him afterwards and he was remarkably humble. This interview was massively enjoyable and surprisingly moving at the end. Well done Anderson's.

[@TorzJohnson]

I was noodling on my guitar while watching this interview, but when Albert started playing Highwayman I had to stop and pay full attention. What a talent, and what a great guy.

[@CineMutt]

What an amazing oral history of early days of British rock. Thanks to the Captain for letting Albert reminisce. Heard Albert recently in LA and he is still fantastic. I could not stay seated when he cut loose. The audience was blown away!

[@saldanation]

Wow. Captain! That was fabulous. Albert is a master musician and entertainer- a talented craftsman who has quietly shaped and influenced music from the inside with decades of hard work and love for the art. Thank you for shining the spotlight on this gem of a man!

[@kennethbroderick6358]

Just found this video. I've always liked Albert Lee, and saw at an Everley Btothers gis in the 89"s. But that rendition of Highwayman just blew me away. I first heard this song performed by Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson, but Alberts version has blown that one out of the water. Absolutely brilliant

[@secretreleases]

So many unexpected, wonderful things in this video.

[@MegaNavek]

Ladies and gentlemen.......the great Albert Lee......this whole video is just brilliant....a lesson in talent and humbleness.........

[@lufiealice6251]

Saw Albert play in the Kings Hotel in Newport about 25 years ago. I’d never seen anyone play as good as that before right in front of me. Blew me away!

[@guitarsrruss2009]

I can't believe I've only just seen this video. Definitely the best 'Captain Meets' (and that's saying something). Excellently interviewed Lee. Albert Lee is a living legend and such a humble guy. Could've listened to him for another 2 hours. As for Highwayman.. I cried like a baby. It was wonderful. Thank you 🙏

[@Shopper3660]

Captain Lee, now you have to change all the Anderton vid intros to show Albert singing Highway man, I was transfixed, this was the best Captain meets ever! and I am not a country fan

[@henkwesterik]

Fully agree!

[@dickranmarsupial4911]

Wow! The best. And the last ten minutes with Albert playing piano and singing was just PHENOMENAL.

[@ricardopimpao]

Mr. Albert Lee, a class act. Great interview Cap10. Getting better and better.

[@murrayelliott9956]

Albert ......Old but Gold ............just an amazing musician .Have seen him play many times and felt like burning my guitars afterwards .Ultimately his Piano playing at the end is a great insight into what a talented and sensitive musician he is .Huge Talent and musical feeling .

[@08Barclay]

Oh, my goodness! What a treat! Thanks Lee for having Albert there. What an amazing fellow, musician and gentleman! Highwayman was icing on the cake! 😊👍🏻

[@stephencarey6114]

Had the privilege of watching this guy play at the Whitstable playhouse with hogans heroes. They were so loud they kept tripping the electricity. After the 3rd or 4th time it happened Albert just picked up his acoustic and finished the set unplugged! what a legend. He also played all the other instruments in the band as well. keyboards drums bass etc etc etc. rock on Albert you are the true hero.

[@purplerocket666]

This version of highwayman is the best EVER. Even better than his own recorded ones. I have to watch this over and over again. This is sooo good. Thank you for this beautiful request.

[@stroopwafel6141]

A true guitarhero, a true singer, a true pianoplayer, a true person. I hope Albert Lee keeps playing for many years. And those handful of dislikes should be ashamed of themselves.

[@ian2lorimer]

Who hates this? Wow its awesome. What a beautiful tribute from Albert to Claude.Very heart warming. 27 folk with no life or pure hate.

[@alessandrorossini8704]

A piece of history, a nice, humble man, a supremely fine musician, hats off, folks, hats off....

[@Deathgiagar]

This is priceless. Thank you so much!

[@drutgat2]

Lovely guy. And a great performance at the end. Love his voice.

[@kassandjohnbolles3522]

What a beautiful interview! This is a fascinating picture of this wonderful man.

[@TheRycooder]

SUCH an AMAZING MAN, MUSICIAN and just SO DAMN HUMBLE....Best Anderton's ever.

[@longjaw-1]

Great to see someone who is such a talented musician is such a lovely, self depreciating fella too. Never knew what a great pianist and singer Albert is either!

[@GuitarGemme]

What a great interview so personable. I saw him back yrs ago in with Emmy Lou. I knew the drummer at the time as well who is now with Dolly. Big time interviewers could in my onion not do the wonderful job you did. You can tell when a guest enjoys the host. And the end I was with you about bought to tears. The mark of true artist. I just took a peek and sat here through the whole thing ... So much for practice tonight . But we all need that inspiration to keep the faith in what we do. Thank You..

[@martinestes3981]

Just loved the interview with Albert Lee. Wow. What a humble guy for being one of the best ever! Not a bad singing voice either!

[@ChrisWilson-mg1it]

This has to be the best Andertons interview ever. Albert Lee is brilliant

[@JanisKlinnert]

So amazing to hear such a musician to talk about thosw old times! So cool.

[@henkwesterik]

By far the most intriguing and facinating interview on Andertons ever. 2 hours of great stories and what a story teller he is. And yes "those country boys" have incredible techniques. Many many ears ago he did some kind of clinic ( if I remember well) in the Netherlands in which he explained his way of playing. Was stunning to watch & hear.

[@jamesmunro5368]

The career, the man, the music. Truly inspirational.

[@whiskeymike7364]

Thank you Captain and Andertons. This is historic. Thank you Albert.

[@kyleharcus]

Great video and what an absolute legend Albert Lee is. I saw his band a couple of years ago and was absolutely blown away!! The sheer musical talent was incredible, along with his story telling etc made the night unforgettable. What a guy! 🙂

[@bartoszwojtysiak4626]

I'm waiting for Tony Iommi :o !!

[@jonathanrossmusic2509]

Bartosz Wojtysiak yessssss that would be great

[@lifegoeson2422]

Bartosz Wojtysiak Wow i just can't wait for that 😊

[@maximilianomarquez5867]

It would be epic

[@bawsack69]

I've only discovered Albert Lee recently, best guitar player I've ever heard and seems like a genuinely nice guy.

[@moritzprivat7325]

Albert Lee.... It's stunning... Great musician, man and storyteller. Could have listend to his narratives forever. Thanks Anderntons and especially Captain Lee for providing such great and inspiring videos and interviews. Really love it !!

[@simonpark3654]

Every time Chas & Dave were mentioned I had to try not to burst out laughing. What a brilliant video, it's the best one of these I've seen. Albert Lee's interpretation of that song is unique and I was completely mesmerised by his storytelling ability. It really didn't feel like a two-hour video at all.

[@Payne2view]

Amazing video. "Captain meets" is rapidly becoming the archive of long interviews with legends. Also, reminded that Albert Lee is a week and a bit younger than my dad, so that makes me think of the passing of time.

[@inevitableveganfuture3915]

It's amazing isn't it, how are they going to top Steve Vai and Albert Lee? Well, with Brian May and Tony Iommi please!

[@mikegallagher4388]

Absolute legend. A monster player, a wonderful musician and a true gent. I was lucky enough to meet him a couple of times in the 90s and he was always so modest and kind. The epitome of tasteful and musical guitar playing.

[@adamnichols2762]

Albert Lee is one of the finest Human Beings on this planet. Not only has he stood the test of time in the Music Industry, but, he has also lived a wholesome life during some of the most testing years in the Music Industry. What a fantastic example he has set for musicians to come and what a role-model for younger musicians to look up to. He is a prime example that, "sex, drugs, and rock n roll" only slow you down in this industry. What a breath of fresh air at 7:30 AM. Happy for you Lee, glad you got to have that song at the end buddy. Take care and God Bless guys. Hope to see you all in Nashville for Summer NAMM.

[@blairlane1614]

Fantastic interview, Lee...! Albert Lee - simply brilliant...No more need be said. Again, Thanks to all at Anderton's.

[@nickr375]

This is one of the best vids I ever seen you guys do. Albert is a truly gifted and humble artist and a joy to listen to. Great job and long live Albert!!!

[@bradleyshuppert3393]

How lucky in the world to be in a room with this guy let alone play rhythm on a video!!! This is such an epic look into the honest modesty a guitar genius can have and be so humble and gentle and open with how he got there!! God Save Albert Lee!!

[@MrMjp58]

He remains the most musical and consistent live player I've ever seen. His sublime solo on 'Song for Suzie' [HH&F c.'71], is still probably my favourite guitar solo by anyone. I've known it now for 49 years and it's sheer quality never wanes. It was also the bit of guitar that my Dad really rated the most - of all the stuff I listened to back then; and he knew a good bit of music when he heard it. Great stuff Albert. I hope you go on forever.

[@stevenmaddock4237]

By far the best interview I've ever seen, I've learnt so much and gained a new perspective into Alberts career well done!!!!

[@stevesmith3990]

What a great interview. Thank you Lee for just letting him talk and the song at the end was just superb.

[@benlane9970]

The end, best moment in the whole of Andertons youtube over the past years

[@chedleicester535]

I've seen the guy twice when he comes by where I live. Absolutely amazing guy and a massive inspiration to me as a country player in England.