Andy McKee - Dependant Arising - www.candyrat.com

[@pokershadow373]

Among the guitarists I've seen, this guy is probably my #1 favorite of all time.

[@oblivion1206]

+metalstone2000 You should also try listening to Don Ross and Tommy Emmanuel! :)

[@pokershadow373]

+Radu Daniel they are both also among my favorites

[@refrainit4938]

+metalstone2000 the same to you !!!

[@pokershadow373]

I've also listened to people like Micheal Hedges, Phil Keaggy, and Stephen Bennett

[@GoatFelon]

+metalstone2000 You should also check out Maneli Jamal :)

[@imagoatbah]

That harmonic fade out at the end is one of the most beautiful things I've ever heard.

[@KICKDRIP]

Good man Andy..I'm listening to you all day..you're wonderful to listen to..Thank you my friend.......

[@whouston33wh]

when you watch Andy play live your mouth will hang open in amazement the entire time, you're eyes will feel as if they have never blinked but are more satisfied than they have ever been before, everything your ears hear after the show will seem dull and mocking to what you have just heard, you'll laugh, you might even cry but what matters most is that in the end your heart feels like it could leap into the heavens and never come back down.

[@tomgamblemusic]

I hate the way acoustic guitarists like Andy are so under-rated when they create such beautiful music. Pure talent and skill

[@jenniferreid8515]

i listen to this at least once a day at work .

[@pigebarn]

I couldn't agree more!.. I am SO happy that a friend of mine showed me McKee! Now I can't see how I lived without his music....

[@roadmouse]

Had the great pleasure of seeing him and Don Ross preform. Both leave you feeling intimidated and in awe. Look for the two of them together.

[@MrWogewil]

This is the kind of musician who should be raking in the millions. Andy McKee is chock full of pure musical genius!

[@CaptainBeefy]

being a buddhist i totally dig the whole peaceful feel of this song. it's perfect for meditation, hence the tile "dependant arising"

[@WelterRasmussen]

Oh my god!! This guy is amazing! I feeel so peaceful everytime I listen to one of his songs! Feels like I'm meditading!!Soooo soothing! MAY GOD GIVE HIM A LONG LONG LIFE SO MORE AND MORE PEOPLE CAN LISTEN TO THIS! PS: I'VE NEVER SEEN A 5 STAR RATING LAST FOR SO LONG HERE ON KZbin! THIS MUST MEAN SOMETHING!

[@EvilCracky]

what a amazing song Andy mckee is one of the best acoustic players ever sooo fricken talented id love to see him live one day Candy rat FOREVER !!!!!!! such a amazing record label

[@M4lign]

ive heard some say that not all of his songs are the most complicated, but they are by far the most beautiful. his talent for writing music is second to none

[@davebrianp]

Bloody amazing. So talented, not just playing the guitar, but making it tell a story with so much emotion. Bravo Andy

[@CaptainBeefy]

andy, i hope you know that without your music i wouldn't be able to get to sleep at night. your tunes never fail to relax me in any situation, and it's still incredible to watch you play. coming from a kid with an anxiety disorder, this music is what keeps it from getting any worse, and is essential medicine for the soul. that being said, everyone should have a recommended daily dose of Andy McKee.

[@paschen2219]

nobody cares what you prefer. Andy is the man, so full of emotion each time he plays any chord.

[@roningod]

I love the sections where he drums on the base of the guitar...simply amazing...and it flows so well with the rest of the song. Great Job Andy

[@Djcwozza]

If beauty was a sound this would be it so flawless, every note played leaves you waiting in anticipation for the next.

[@Neptunade]

Doesn't matter what genre you're into, anyone should be able to appreciate such emotion in music. Happy Father's Day Andy, I'm gonna buy your album as a present for my family.

[@uncleben03]

Whenever I have a bad day, there's always Andy McKee to mellow me out and forget everything.

[@lseverence1]

One of the most original and stunning talents i have ever heard - WOWED!!!

[@comlax22]

brought tears to my eyes, not sure why...this song is so full of emotion.

[@enriandakeno]

He´s the best guitar player in the world. Amazing technic and overall new armonies , new feelings . He´s really changing the music´s history and showing that something completely different it´s posible to do in music. Thanks Mckee !!!!!

[@leftoverbeans]

Your music is a gift to all mankind! thank you for your awesome talent

[@floydianatpompei]

loved the harmonics fading away at the very end of the video .. andy mckee is one of my heros.

[@Chef8898]

Normally i hear a lot of metal or good german old-school hip hop but this here ist just AMAZING .. cant stop listening to his music

[@comlax22]

I'm addicted to listening to Andy's guitar playing. His songs are so rich and full of emotion, it makes my eyes well up every time. As a true lover of music, to me his music is on another level, from another universe. His songs make me feel so many different emotions. Thank you Andy for sharing your gift!

[@HazRguitar]

Incredibly beautiful and relaxing. I love his open tunings. H.

[@truths33k9r]

A vision-quest like no other...I can hear his music playing even when the song is done...

[@swangma]

Makes this world seem not so bad and ugly. Fighting is not needed when you have andy.

[@lemurchick1965]

IN awe of your amazing talent.... Thank you for sharing your beautiful gift!.......

[@efenili]

One of the great artist players of our time definitely...great stuff

[@MenaceDemENACE]

Amazing Craft ! I'm a big Windham Hill records fan from the 80's esp. Micheal Hedges. This guy is trully stellar & ranks amongst the best of them I have ever heard. His compositions are some of the tastiest. I have all Andy Mckee's studio recordings comercially available. I find them all incredible. Please make more & more, beautiful music !

[@phillipnox123]

amazing song. Just like the rest of his music. Simply amazing.

[@ginobilishuffler]

i smile every time i hear him play. its just beautiful

[@Nocpem]

Every musician puts effort into anything he creates and/or plays. It is like giving birth but less painful, but just as beautiful.

[@grimoilet]

OMG the fade to black was incredible. Those pitch harmonics are so amazing!

[@RomanticGuitar-ns4qn]

Very calming and truthful it does hit deep down to the heart!! !😍❤😍

[@richiec54]

idk why, but this is the most relaxing, depressing, and beautiful music i think i have ever heard. andy mckee has a gift

[@luccigo1456]

Able to bring tears to your eyes

[@WigganNuG]

This is really one of his best tunes out there. yet so underviewed. not sure why. its absolutely brilliant. What makes andy so great, is not only style and technique, but most importantly.. COMPOSITION. He brings it all to the table.

[@gamergeek3000]

Check that smile, he is really proud of this one, and I am covered in chills just like I am when listening to anything he plays.

[@stowe2546]

Looks like a similar setup as he uses on Rylynn. Cant get enough of his creativity... he really is a blessing to anyone who is lucky enough to watch these vids. The passion that flows into his music is hard to come by with todays artists..

[@stess101]

let it out andy. I can feel that energy coming off you man. So much emotion. Theres so many people out there that can only wish they could make that amazing instrument sound so beautiful.....I can't rate your music man. You're too good. Thank you for everything Steve

[@Loserfr]

296 seconds of pure pleasure... This is magic...

[@masterese]

I deeply feel the connection in every note, the distance between them and ubiquitous and strange dissonance throughout the tune. I have been listening to it in an eternal loop for sometime and it amazes me everytime. The beat, the pace, the crying and the tension it creates in my soul. I recommend the reading of www.oxfordbibliographies.com/view/document/obo-9780195393521/obo-9780195393521-0027.xml to understand what the title is all about. I'm still trying. The philosofy behind are mere words. The truth of the music speaks volumes in itself. Thank you, Mr. Mckee for bringing this masterpiece to this dimension.

[@jrax0]

he is the MAN i love it how he can play the guitar and make it sound like drums as well as 2 guitars

[@fuciledacaccia]

Saw him last nite in Santa Barbara, and he was incredible; sorry to say he didn't play "Dependant Arising", my favorite song. If you get the chance to see him in person, don't miss him.

[@hippohorse]

pure talent...i could sleep during this caz its soo peaceful

[@enriquecouso1989]

Grandy Andy....Todo lo mejor para Usted, Todas las bendicones y siga haciendo esta hermosa musica con sus manos jajajaja Muy wueno todos sus trabajos Abrazos y saludos desde Argentina !!!!

[@Igotknobblies]

How can you say anything bad about this guy. I was lucky enough to see him perform live in Canterbury UK. The music is just 'Andy'. You can't compare him to black or white. No one else plays like this and with such repeatable perfection. Think he sleeps with the guitar!! Keep it up Andy!

[@DivideofNations]

I think Andy i WICKED as well. I think your music sound amazingly uplifting through skill. I always feel happy when i hear your art especially Rylynn And A Friend I Never Met. THANK YOU!!!!!

[@MvdOudenalder]

What an amazing song Andy...the song sounds so sad and yet so beautiful. Just amazing.

[@Kayous84]

Andy Mckee's music and technic inspires average guitar players like myself to improve and keep going cause i'm always amazed when i see him play!

[@tomwilson57]

Great guitarist..wow, you should see him live as I did in the centre of the music universe, Cannington, ON, Canada...where he shared the stage with another great guitarist, Don Ross. Amazing performers...incredible pickers.

[@Armyd00d]

I'm so glad I know who Andy McKee is, and what he can do to a guitar: Turn it into an instrument of peace :)

[@notes1980]

Hi Andy, I haven't been on the site for a while but I'm glad I'm back cause I've surely missed listening to really talented people like yourself. You put a lot of feelng into your songs......love the beat.

[@giancosk8]

beautiful, the little blue light of cam made this more special

[@SoulzStealer01]

I've been listening to this mans playing. All I can say is that I'm simply astounded. This is beauty, pure guitar beauty. ^^

[@sahid31390]

no, they make those guitars so that they can reach the highest notes on the highest strings. i've heard it makes the guitar support less tension from the strings... this guy always come up with the best work on guitar i've ever seen, the end was simply amazing... Thanks andy, you've show us the real meaning of music...

[@rashneesh]

this guy blows me away his music mesmerrises me when iclose my eyes and hear his music it continualy sends rushing tingles down my spine i would live to see this guy live does he tour and where anybody know let me know nearest place i live in myrtle beach sc which has house of blues anyway thanks for all the great posts love candyrat music would love to any of there artists

[@uanemabell78]

you are my favourite "bear guitar player"!!!great music,i love it!!!!Ciao ciao from Italy! Massimo

[@mistakern]

watching these candyrat record guys is amazing cuz it makes you never play guitar the same, you've got so many different elements to consider after watching these artists, it's awesome thank you guys for ur music it's unbelievable.

[@theSoNgADaYdUdE]

whenever i feel a bit messed up i listen to Mckee's music and i start feeling better

[@FunkMastaMegaFlex]

This is another amazing gemstone crafted by Mr. andy. He looks like he can actually feel and fuse with the music as oppose to just listening to the notes and melodies.

[@Bajedu]

andy you're killing me with your perfect music I should be studying but instead i'm listening to your awesome strums keep it up brother

[@Elviolli]

I think this is what you get when Rylynn and Shanghai have a musical child. It's got the melancholy feel of Shanghai but the rhythm and structure of Rylynn, and not to mention a partial capo. Love it, just love it.

[@00gZa]

amazing, like almost all of his songs.

[@apache12345]

I Love that percussion with the guitar !

[@Bassplayer509]

This one hits right to the soul

[@MartinScoresEZ]

Pay attention to the dynamics, young musicians! His use of dynamics is gorgeous.

[@Yakushii]

Takes a looong time to learn to play the way he does, because he uses some brand new techniques, as well as having prodigal finger-skill. I've played guitar for 15 years, and I discovered Andy just recently, and even with all those years of experience, learning to play like Andy is very challenging and takes alot of time. But it's well worth it. When you get something right, there is nothing like that feeling. Go for it, buddy!

[@joehag59]

Absolutely like nothing i've ever heard before. Keep the great tunes coming. You're a genius and i can't wait to hear more.

[@Game-WarpDrive]

yes you're right, i can't help feeling happy the past few months since i began listening a lot to his music. I want to be able to give people this feeling too when playing. hmmm... i wonder if there's a trick to it.

[@NatashaNichollsMusic]

This is a great channel!!! all those fantastic guitar players!! Cheers!! Luv Natasha xoxox

[@Swedishpersondude]

Srsly this is just mind blowing... Emotions put into notes!

[@Lucky9424]

Those harmonics at 1.33 though... simply a stunning song!

[@beyshila]

Wonderful ♥ i had never seen such an talented men really good

[@808eightball808]

Agreed man, agreed. Almost all the songs from most of the Candyrat crew I can hear in a video game...They would just fit so well.

[@ZionRodman]

I just love your music. I think you're very original and your guitar has wonderful tone. you really are blessed with a great talent. I love the guitar and i Play everyday but im nowhere as skiled as you are with fingerings skill or dynamics just wow.

[@soundwrks]

Yeah, me too. Another excellent piece. Gotta get your new album Andy.

[@hws88697]

Great! I have heard all the tears!

[@mtnhrdwearman1]

BEAUTIFUL TONE!!! On everything you play!!!

[@Elviolli]

My CD arrived a could of days ago finally and I must say that this song is one of my favorites on there. I like the bass work that Jeff Schmidt does. Parts are very reminiscient of something from Steve Miller.

[@grimoilet]

as beautiful as your music is, there is something so visual about what you do. Something monumental. Seeing you playing all those huge arrangements solo is amazing.

[@Herfer]

you nailed it, simply put anyone can listen to Andy and become lost in their fantasies.

[@miopmiop]

you have one of the keys for heaven my friend, thx for show it to us, blessings

[@norhamen]

who needs vocals? ur music says it all.. amazing!

[@candyrat]

Andy McKee uses Ernie Ball guitar strings and Shubb Capos. Buy them both at www.candyrat.com/stringsandthings/

[@cerfew601]

I actually REALLY like how he uses BOTH sides of the capa. i think that's just awesome. Actually all his music is aweosme.... He inspires me to pick up my guitar and try and write stuff like this.

[@pinacoladathe5th]

huh? he's smiling in lik all of his videos, well he has the same expression, like a lil smile. I think he has a very calm natural persona, and I think this so much because he always looks so happy on these recordings.

[@eamonn1983]

Beautiful. Pure art.

[@alex12123002]

this is my favorite of his. the spots where he uses it like a drum make my heart swell.

[@mattiecowan]

I just learned this a month ago and it is so beautiful

[@MvdOudenalder]

I gotta respond again, because you're so right...legend in our own time.

[@batlin]

This is absolutely beautiful.

[@whouston33wh]

This is his most beautiful song by far

[@SeptemberDay]

I have found my new meditation CD. Andy, you rock my real and metaphysical world!!!

[@RDBeast]

1:39 Lol Andy, Yes beautiful chord there. A man that really feels his music and thats how it should be. You Don and Antoine are my Inspirations. Please never stop writing the wonderful music. :)

[@goatflieg]

This is my favorite... so far.