The Captain Meets Blues Legend Walter Trout

[@lukemanolenta9125]

One of the most sincere and touching interviews I've ever seen.

[@spooney64]

One of your best interviews hands down.

[@jonathanhandsmusic]

spooney I lived in the same town where he started singing with the country band. I remember the club, but I didn't like that kind of music at the time. Small world! Great interview for sure!

[@jimmycampbell78]

I love the jam at the beginning. I keep coming back to watch this video just to listen to it! Awesome stuff.

[@bluespig1]

And that is all because of Walter.

[@carlBigSpoonjohnson]

Absolutely!! WT is the man!

[@Dracu13]

I met Walter back in 2020 at the NAMM Show and was totally stoked. I asked him if I could have a pic, he hesitated a second while reaching in his pocket and gave me one of his signature picks 😀And my dumb ass meant a selfie - glad he was so old school! Holding it dearly! AND got a selfie afterwards - coolest dude ever 😀and absolute shredder!

[@markmatthews1818]

Great guest and probably the best “meets” yet. What a life and inspiration in adversity

[@christopherwatkins9729]

Thanks Lee for inviting Walter Trout onto your 'show'... What an inspiring man he is ! and... his musical skills speak for themselves... Thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of this revealing dialogue...

[@AJgeartalk]

One of the TRUE remaining guitar heroes. Great interview Lee!! God bless Walter Trout!!!!

[@alexandrefay-keller5445]

Thank to Walter for delivering one of the most honest, straightforward and constructive testimony ever. A huge thank you to Lee for putting him at ease and offering us such a tasteful moment . A nearly one hour well spent that sums up many aspects of on and off life. I'm just wondering which book Carlos Santana gave Walter to read ?

[@trusstee1]

probably The Bible

[@dianewood2551]

Was at a Walter Trout gig some years ago. At the end of the night he brought on Berne Marsden to jam . They played for 3/4 hour .Walter. played his original strat and Bernie his Les Paul..All in a village hall in Kettering.

[@PeteFeenstrafeenstrablues]

remember that, than after jamming, Walter played an acoustic

[@Taildragger56]

Beautifully explained with humility from Mr Trout. He is so sincere. Wonderful interview and so nice to see an interviewer who allows space. Thank you!

[@raindogred]

I saw John Mayall and Walter play in the late 80s. One of the best gigs ever. Mayall in those days was at his peak..fit, energetic..stood at a keyboard had a guitar slung over his back, harmonica holder and singing..pretty much did it all. Walter had to be good, or he wouldn't have been asked to Join..Mayall always finds the who's who of guitarists in every decade. living legend..seen him a few years ago..still doing it.

[@jvboys1]

Golden Bear Huntington beach

[@Bobbyshee]

Without a doubt the best interview yet. He was so very candid with his crazy life. The man is a inspiration to every guitar player! And he can absolutely kill it on stage to this day. Cheers !

[@12x]

one of the best interview definitely, he badly need to release an autobiography.

[@jacko717]

He has, "Rescued From Reality. "

[@MikeSantis]

www.amazon.co.uk/Blues-Why-Still-Hurts-Good-ebook/dp/B01MS6VWB3/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+blues+why+it+still+hurts+so+good&qid=1572396237&sr=8-1

[@sgmarshall3]

He does. I bought my copy directly from him after a show and he autographed it for me.

[@tramlad2]

What a great guy, i have heard some guitar from Walter, but not so much, but boy this guy is amazing, a fantastic life, but an incredible player who made it through it all , best one to one the Captain has done

[@jonathanhandsmusic]

william mcmonagle I used to see him when he played in the house band in Huntington Beach, back in early nineties.

[@philipbowley8374]

Really was the best Captain meets.. Walter is the Man!

[@oldguy5381]

Yes, Mister Walter is my favorite blues man. Thanks

[@fretplec5326]

Best interview so far. The guy is a human being and a great blues player. They are connected.

[@hulldanfan]

Been seeing Walter for 30 years. When I saw him at Holmfirth 3 years ago, I couldn't see how he would get through the show without dying. I cried and cheered like never before. The man is a blues warrior. He has faced true adversity and kicked it up the arse. Never shy of coming out and talking to the fans after a show. Just a great great man. Thank you Walter and Fuck the American healthcare system that denied you what you needed. I always knew that you had the family and friends to help and your recovery has been inspiring. I know one day you and the strat will go make music with Jimmy again, but I want to see you a whole load more times before that !!!!

[@grandaddennis]

I was there, he looked so ill, amazed to see him now looking so amazing, great interview!

[@geoffwebber8272]

Walter - what a lovely open and honest man... Lee - what a superb interviewer to let his guests tell their story without constant interruption... Well done guys.

[@sandaflo1]

Wasn't aware of Walter Trout until this video....my goodness, that opening jam was jaw dropping.

[@nueschi]

Very impressive! A very experienced, great musician speaks the truth about drugs, alcohol and music. Great interview!

[@brettliebermanmusic]

I was looking through CDs in the late 90s and came across this guy holding an old strat. Bought the album based on the cover alone. I have been a Walter Trout fan ever since 🎸

[@lordgraga]

Never heard if this guy before, but I just checked out a random live concert, and holy shit he's the real deal!

[@robertwellington2616]

This is what I mean. You can play blues with lots of gain. I love it. I love his way of playing and I just remembered I have his dvd. Utube kindve took over dvd watching for me.

[@s0b0r3d]

Thank you Andertons, this was a fantastic, insightful and heartwarming interview. Walter Trout is the MAN.

[@Flukey_1970]

I came across Walter when i was on deaths door with intestinal failure. Since surgery and being fed directly into my bloodstream i now play the guitar and Walter has become a huge influence to my playing.

[@mikedr1549]

Thanks Lee - this is the best musician interview series on the Internets!

[@espen_of_drammen]

What a story and what a man. Deep respect for Walter and how he has managed his life and career and without a doubt "the captain meets" episode I have enjoyed the most. Thank you.

[@simonnaji]

I could listen to Walter all day, talking or playing. Great job, Lee!

[@leftyguitaristSE]

What an amazing person and player❤️🎸

[@davideade3641]

Such an incredibly humbled and candid guy.

[@guitareveryone]

Great interview. Walter Trout is a monster guitarist.

[@toddflowers8052]

Best interview ever ! Big fan of Walter ,thanks Lee and crew ! :-)

[@tomaburque]

What beautiful and powerful stories about becoming sober.

[@JanPatrickLucas]

Very emotional for me! Walter is pure passion and in transcends in his music and even here in this interview! Almost like he was born again and has a new lease on life and living it to the fullest! I couldn't believe it when I saw Walter featured on your channel! I have so much more respect for you and the channel now! Not that you need my support but this is tremendous positive energy! Thanks to you and Walter! Cheers from Thunder Bay!

[@pistoleer3572]

Get John Mayall on before he's gone What a story he must have!

[@scottmacphee35]

Absolutely! John Mayall never seems to get the love he deserves.

[@johnstudiob2481]

I'm with you the man's a legend

[@MalCox56]

My attention span is getting shorter and shorter as the years go by but, I was absolutely glued to that. Excellent interview, I loved the red line on the rev counter analogy. Walter is an erudite and fascinating guy. What a life! I've seen him live many times, the man definitely puts everything into every solo, I love his honesty and no bullshit approach. A true blues legend in my book.

[@hearpalhere]

27:28 that is a powerful testimony! That is a beautiful thing and I'm happy to hear his take on the drinking and drugs. Thanks for a great interview!

[@izzynut]

Walter, you are a treasure. Thank you for the inspiration you provide.

[@Little960]

Thanks for that interview, what an amazing guy and musician. One of the best ''Captain meets'' to date.

[@SamHooperGroup]

This was inspiring, Lee. Thanks so much. I'm honored that my band is opening for Walter this week in Cleveland. I've seen him live before, but am especially looking forward to this one! I knew some of his back story, but this was a real treat.

[@rockers2rockers616]

The introduction of the two guitars grabs your attention immediately! So cool seeing Mr Trout quickly roll back the volume on his guitar. Cool technique.

[@paul_sebastian1154]

Best interview ever. Walter Trout is a legend, god bless him and thank you Anderson’s for posting it.

[@MyOtherNick]

I usually recall Walter's story when I'm in the low days... What an inspirational man, with a great sense of humour and still a big survival drive.. ...and I should watch spinal tap again.. and again.

[@GrahamDallas]

One of the best interviews yet, amazing guy.

[@Icantdrive55]

Love Walter Trout I saw him live a few years ago at the Ottawa blues fest and he was fantastic!

[@ianashcroft8156]

OMG!! I couldn't click on this fast enough. Walter Trout a goddam living legend.

[@simondavies6270]

Brilliant interview LOVE Walter Trout. He is a international BLUES treasure. I been watching a KZbin for years and this will be one of my favourite interviews of all time. Praise the Lord that Walter is okay and that we are able to enjoy him.

[@bigdaddy1001rules]

Thank You for this Walter is a Hero and an Icon !

[@larsfrederiksen3005]

Great to see him in good health!

[@SIMON.H.THE.GECKOS.]

I’ve watched many captain meets videos, I’ve watched this one three times now. I think we have to acknowledge the quality of capt Lee doing the interview here. He’s very good at asking just the right question, whilst being tactful and always with plenty of integrity. It’s testament to his professionalism in these situations. Hats off. It’s fantastic. And Walter, what a player and a real personality for sure.

[@holgerblaschek5705]

Great interview, thank you for not hooking into the drug thing too much, he has chosen to do so on his own terms, you are great in taking it to what’s important! You have got the gift of people telling their own story, your style of taking interviews and questions is quite extraordinary, you are listening and responding to your guests that they feel comfortable that they open up like he did! Well done mate!👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@paulellison1411]

Absolute genius. Thank you for your music and your stories. Can't wait to see you.

[@soulassasin10]

The BEST interview so far on this meets series ... so much depth and a roller coaster of emotions

[@tomc8165]

brilliant guitarist seen him play live,amazing player,thanks Walter!!

[@1rwjwith]

Not only the best interview for you but the best interview by anybody on youtube!!

[@ronvanhee]

< happy to see him in such good health and spirit >

[@henrybrereton9554]

could listen to walter all day, full of stories

[@iTrove]

Intensely raw and superb interview. Thanks for producing this.

[@igotskunkyfunky]

Wow that jam at the beginning was freaking intense also captain held down the rhythm perfectly

[@garyallington201]

Simply thank you Walter and thank you Lee

[@joshoptical]

Internet: Middle pickup is useless Walter Trout: Hold my beer

[@vintagelife6879]

thanks you for make my monday a friday! great comment!

[@_RLP]

Good one. I dig it a lot too, actually, but it depends on the set. Not all strat sets have good middle pickups. Cheers, bro'

[@jonathanhandsmusic]

Walter can make any pickups good. Now you know.

[@larsfrederiksen3005]

Yeah, it's fun to see it used for solo'ing.. I've always used it for more "funky" rhythm stuff like the intro to Superstition etc. (which I'd rather play on the middle position of a Tele, but you don't always have a Tele when someone wants to play the more funky stuff :-) )

[@JacobDFerguson]

For real lol nailed it!

[@douglascormany6902]

I absolutely loved this interview. I met Walter back in the early 1990s through a mutual friend, the late Harmonica Manny. Walter was playing Perqs in Huntington Beach CA and Many insisted that I come down and check him out. I'm really glad I did. At the time, I didn't realize how lucky I was to be having a smoke break with the band in the ally between sets. I've been a fan ever since. I also had no idea of Walter's personal story. But as I will be sober 38 years this month, to say I relate would be an understatement. I should point out that the story of Carlos being Walter's Eskimo brought tears of joy to me. Good stuff! I want to thank Andertons for more inspiring and educational content. And thank Walter also. I had no idea at the time but meeting Walter and hearing his gift must have affected me. I got to play guitar at Perqs just this year. It totally brought back that memory from the 90s.

[@LennyJohnson5]

Great interview; Walter seems a lovely, down-to-earth guy. So pleased he got over his illness and I hope he continues in good health for many more years.

[@chrissarantos7929]

Best Captain Meets yet!!! I so look forward to Sunday.

[@bigteno4597]

What a genuine, honest, down to earth guy and for me one of the greats. Good bless and for the Captain, what an interviwer, so natural. Thx chaps!

[@eddfanning]

Excellent interview!!! Very interesting dude!!!

[@JensLarsen]

Great interview! And Walter sis an amazing guitarist 👍👍👍 Thank you 🙏

[@tonyzurro2710]

Great interview Lee, please have more of these. Wonderful job.

[@boatingforbeginners7949]

Whoa!! Without doubt, THE BEST interview you've done and the BEST interview i've ever watched! That story needs a film maker!

[@GazMoz78]

Brilliant! Walter seems like a lovely guy and what a fantastic story, the life of a real working musician, will all it's ups and downs. A great watch. I saw him live in Middlesbrough town hall in about 98/99 and he blew my mind!

[@TAM-gz5tc]

THE GREATEST INTERVIEW EVER. TO COME BACK LIKE HE DID IS AMAZING AND SHOWS WHAT YOU CAN DO IN LIFE IF YOU NEVER GIVE UP.

[@theSuperdave501]

i just happened upon this in Nov 2021 . I was trying to figure out Pray for Rain and saw this exceptional interview. What an incredible story of the various events of his life. Live long Walter !

[@alistairlorimer5491]

Excellent,loved it, Been a fan of Walter Trout since Prisoner of a Dream, seen him so many times live in the UK, outstanding❤

[@davidbakerscuba]

Awesome interview! I love Walter’s playing and wore out an old live DVD of his that I have. His record livin’ every day is probably my number one.

[@brentdoncliff2845]

Great interview. I've admired Walter for many years. Let's hope that his records keep coming.

[@14rnr]

Agreed.

[@ruiseartalcorn]

Great video! An awesome guitarist and a great inspiration!

[@garethparry4823]

Great interview @ one of my all time favourite guitarists ✌😁🎸🎸

[@lesshrubb203]

I discovered this guy about 2012, Blues for the modern Daze. He is now one of my all time favourite guitarists. BUT, what really stands out about this interview, is the skill of the interviewer. Yes Lee, you are up there with the greatest interviewers. Jonathon Ross, Graham Norton, even Parky could all have learnt from your expertise. Well done Sir, this goes down as a milestone in Andertons history. Much respect from someone who first purchased a PA system from Andertons in 1968...

[@jrchanning]

This was an incredible episode, what a wild life Walter has had but what a player! ! 🎸😎

[@emmawebber9438]

This is without a doubt my favourite interview yet. Absolute classic!

[@laurieharper1526]

Great. Always loved Walter. Proper old school guitar slinger. Not nearly as well known as he should be. Nice interview, Lee.

[@kushmannyc1495]

what an awesome guy good interview Lee grear job!

[@andrewpappas9311]

Apparently Walter Trout has released an album called _No More Fish Jokes_ and I love that title, it’s kind of ironic but also brilliantly named

[@allancooley9510]

The Greatest Blues Guitar Player! Mr. Walter Trout 🎸 Thank You Sir for all your great music.

[@Mike6StringsIn]

Wow, this was fantastic. Thank you Mr. Trout for being so open and up front. Love your style.

[@jochimbeth6116]

Best interview, very honest, very authentic, great Walter (Dear Mr Anderton, very well done)

[@gusdogbrownlab435]

Trout is a legend....fantastic blues player as well. Some interviews I skip through...couldn't put this one down

[@tago69mago]

What a life Walter has led. Great to see he's doing well and still killing it. Seen him in concert a few times and trust me it does sound loud!

[@KeefsCattys]

This was truly inspirational. Really enjoyed watching

[@victhome3977]

Saw Walter Trout in Luxembourg with his superb band. Jawdropping and deeply honest blues. Thank you very much to these artists.

[@m.d.4949]

This is one of the greatest guitar player in the blues music! One of the best and most honest interview ever!

[@russellturner9599]

So glad you guys have interviewed Walter :) He is an absolute legend.

[@ianpeterson6029]

This is the most inspirational and enjoyable interview you have ever done. Much respect.

[@marksaunders5325]

Fantastic ... Gotta love Walter ... Absolute legend ... Met him and spoke to him in Germany a couple years back after a show ... Real nice guy ... Down to earth ... Top man

[@MrMalq]

The best captain meets so far. Thank you Lee and the team. Walter a truly warm friendly amazingly talented soul.

[@_RLP]

One of the best ones yet, Lee. Loved it. Big fan of Walter's work and it was great to hear a shout-out to Big Momma. Lots of affection for her. Amazing stories here. This dude has lived more in a decade than many of us have in a whole lifetime. Thanks, guys.

[@XX-fj2ky]

Thanks for the vid! Anyone who survived a stint with Canned Heat is a hero! Saw Walter on stage with John Mayall back in the 80s, in the garden of the arênes de Cimiez, in Nice (F). 😎

[@johnbatesowen9708]

Superb ,what a great interview a true blues icon and a genuine nice guy. Good job Andertons

[@pabloparamo4482]

The last concert I attended before the pandemic was by Walter Trout. It was fantastic, I hope I return to Madrid :)

[@guyincascade]

I found a video from 87 with Him and Mayal and Choo Choo, then another vid of him again with Choo Choo 28 yrs later. Worth looking up.