Andy McKee - Guitar - Tight Trite Night (Don Ross)

[@brunooguerra1505]

Andy McKee's band : Andy McKee (Guitar) Andy McKee (Bass) Andy McKee (Drums)

[@jenniferreid8515]

It's 2021 and i still listen to this once a day at work.

[@Gradam88]

The realest and most underrated comment

[@uwnuyhmk]

2022

[@Ultimagasan]

It's 2022 and it still pops in my head out of nowhere every so often. Lol

[@aloehoubn6736]

It’s 2024

[@thedarkside1983]

The fact that he does 90% of the song with his eye's closed is simply amazing, Andy U rock I love your music.

[@nicolasdebourgoing2853]

When you play this music you know it in your fingers

[@virgult]

The three KZbin videos that sparked the acoustic revolution in 2007/2008: - Aerial Boundaries - Drifting - This one.

[@neoasura]

I remember that era, I was right in the middle of it, and loved looking forward to the new video section weekly!

[@davidvestal3461]

amazing that its been that long. drifting used to be one of the most viewed videos on youtube in the late 2000s. candyrat was always the cradle of this beauty also. absolute virtuosos.

[@amegatron07]

Indeed. I started to learn guitar playing much more instensively since I saw exactly these videos :) And still Don Ross, Michael Hedges, Andy and Tommy are my favourite players :) I then gave up learning for some reasons, probably mainly cause of my laziness, but now I took guitar back into my arms and start learning again :) That time I somehow learnt how to play Aerial Boundaries and Tight Trite Night in somekind of simple versions, now I'm going to learn all those mindblowing tunes of the musicians above :)

[@ZukaMukaPwee]

Ive heard other Andy Mckee stuff growing up, but i just found this in 2024. What a masterpiece!

[@moiphy.]

a cover of a Don Ross that a lot of folks think is better than the original

[@moiphy.]

Don Ross song*

[@RK79379]

Andy's songs are like a progression through time... effortless.. seamless...

[@xxducknrun]

This song is so good, it’s one of those songs that you can just change so easily and give it a different feel, my old teacher tried teaching me this song and I ended up playing it my own way that’s still evolving to this day and that’s what’s so great about this song, it’s so easy to get lost in and alter and make your own, it’s hard for anyone to make a song like that

[@bigrick072alkmaar]

i saw him live in Holland 2 years ago, absolutely amazing! This man is the GOD of guitars! This Don Ross cover is one of my favorites, freaking unbelievably good..

[@Gennys]

I hope everybody in this comment section has actually heard. Don Ross. He's incredible.

[@VikingMan44]

The harmonic he hits at 3:02 has an almost distorted tonal quality to it. Very rich and full of character. Fascinating.

[@ClericJobz]

Not available in 1080p for safety purposes.

[@jerrypagoulatos7531]

I know right .... i hate this!

[@wesleyaymond1537]

lmao

[@testtesf2713]

does anyone know what's guitar Andy McKee use in this video

[@matheusbulcao8871]

My ear broke the these safety purposes lol

[@clarenceleprevost2562]

@@testtesf2713 GreenField's Guitare Brand and most of them are custom...

[@Da2Pat]

still awesome in 2014!

[@lowpuh]

Such comments still stupid in 2014!

[@Da2Pat]

lowpuh how unfortunate for you :(

[@jackfrost187]

still awesome in 2018 and will be for....ever

[@Azimon]

Filmed with a potato but it sounds sooo good!!!!

[@guitarheroprince123]

Just see his impatience to play guitar just see the joy of he feels while playing guitar. These are the characteristics of a professional Second - SUNGHA BROUGHT ME HERE. Third - U R really GOOD

[@Rael0505]

Agreed! All the percussive sounds he throws in make the song. I don't even know how he does it - I can play a lot of his songs but this one is just so daunting because I don't even know what's going on in it.

[@nbguitar]

That moment when the cover has more views than the original...

[@marmaly]

As it should, in this rare case.

[@kumquatmagoo]

@@marmaly gtfo. Great cover, but it's no Don Ross!

[@benbooth2783]

@Justin McKee Andy's has a more percussive feel. Don's is more melodic, both are awesome. Also I wouldn't say this was a strict cover, this version got a lot more going on. More like Andy's version.

[@JenkyBoom]

i used to serve this guy coffee at starbucks when he lived in mineola texas. he always ordered an iced caramel macchiato. he would always make a comment about, "Drifting" through. never knew what that meant until now.

[@lacukamamo]

wow...

[@jarikaukola1168]

actually, the way Andy performs it, I think he deserves a lot of credit. It's like Ross just wrote it and Andy performed it. =/

[@HeroS_DionysuS]

I think I remember Don Ross saying that Andy played it better 😂. He ain't wrong.

[@TheAnkhorus]

Smokin'! How could you dislike this? No soul.

[@Gloovyglow]

passionate is the right word for this guy, ultimate guitar playing !!!

[@TekkenGulem]

Thumbs up if you're watching this in 2014!

[@thomasgourd8294]

2015 bud!!

[@TheAnadorr]

I like this version better than Don's - it has a perfect speed, while Don plays it a little too fast for my liking.

[@christi2008]

yes, i think the same like u. what a great guitar player!!!!

[@altSt0rm]

+Антон Шпак There's also a more fluent percussive element in the main bass line, that I like over Don Ross' original

[@xPeww]

"You're my Bitch, Guitar" - Andy McKee 1:27

[@jenniferreid8515]

that's hillarious.

[@NurMitMusik]

I've seen many versions of that song, but I like that one most. Maybe also because Andy is the only one who seems to have fun while playing. No stress, he is just relaxed it seems. And that is the Magic of that song..

[@AllevilhaenPodcast]

The reason why Mr. McKee is such a wonderfull artist/guitar player is his strength. Every song he plays, he has full dynamic controll. And that makes a clear sound of the strings, and the melody comes out just as Mr. McKee here intends. But manly, just a musical genius can perform songs like this. .. Thank you Mr. McKee.

[@DrBromiAndufEwd]

THIS...this is why I need a baritone.

[@DrBromiAndufEwd]

***** I GOT ONE! :-D

[@colonelchrist1392]

Matthew Anders HA! Yes, seven months later. Thanks for the update.

[@MrLiamHenderson]

Thumbs up if you have thumbs!

[@serju]

I do, but i pressed the other one :3

[@TheMinecraftSurvivor]

+Brick Top (Bricktop) No thanks Brick Top, i'm sweet enough ;)

[@tioalb]

He is unbelievable!! I listen this song every single day, completely addicted!!

[@eugeniotuorto]

this is a song that he must like much than the others, his face expressions are very very expressives, making this way a beutifull song

[@bisnonnocanapa]

he has not just a perfect technique and an incredible precision,but,most important,puts an astonishing harmonia between the notes! i envy him soo mutch!

[@ETAMark]

It's a facet of fingerstyle, which is what he dominates so much at. He is flicking the sound board as he strums and hitting the strings in a more percussive way. Among other things, these get that awesome "how is one guy doing that" feel.

[@Jovobski]

Not just a guitarist but an artist. Keep raising the bar Andy!

[@Chef8898]

Just do not fight the right words to discribe how amazed i am by this artist.

[@NigelFortune]

Seeing him tomorrow night in Gloucester, England, can't wait!! :-)

[@nancyl2]

LOVE LOVE LOVE the beautiful happy rhythm in this work of art. Makes me want to dance all night. : -) Thanks Andy McKee for sharig your fantastic talent with us. Believe me you bring such Joy to so many souls that need this energy right Now to awaken and move on to higher lever. Peace and Love!!! :-)

[@greatmusic382]

Know Andy McKee (via Michael Hedges) but, wow, did Not know this masterpiece until today. Stunning. Marvelous. Trick. Jazzed. Beautiful. Wonderful. Priceless!

[@ESPforeva]

love his facial expressions throughout the song...... especially in the end....

[@xxxslayerxxx666]

dude i have to learn this it's like a perfect mixture of slap funk bass with acoustic melody

[@ohyeahstevo]

Get the chills every time I watch it.

[@romanceexplosion231]

Absolutely phenomenal. I would love to meet this guy and learn from him. This is one of my favorite acoustic songs of all time!

[@7donkeys]

The encredible detail of this performance just keeps blowing my mind! I have a rather broad taste in music, but to me this is the absolute high of composition and performance I have ever heard and seen. Thank you Don, thank you Andy, you are my musical heroes!!

[@nancyl2]

Had to revisit this lovely work of art and masterfully played tune. I dance, soooo with this, sooo much fun, makes you all happy inside. Totally Yummie to the core. Yep!!!!!!! Each note totally voiced to perfection, This I know. : -))))) The music is part of Andy McKee. UMMMMM A Fave'

[@wingostrat]

i like how at the end he gets into the groove and bobs his head back and forth

[@Maddo88888]

thats one of my Favourite songs from Andy McKee

[@MOSKII58]

@pkwicki you are so right look Andy is even being covered by other musicians..the ultimate compliment..

[@tescophil]

The man has passion and is awesome live, just keeps getting better

[@Lordmalik13]

Man...You just amaze me. You will remain a writer of an age. You make sure to instill all of this with your kids that new born and any person you can.

[@Hell31]

His Thumb is legendary!! The way it moves is so damn coordinated!!

[@whatsstandard]

this man has a commanding stage presence, especially with this song. you want to get right up and jam with him!

[@malusso]

Both, the original and this one are just awesome

[@jjjapa2]

It's just great to see how much even Andy enjoys his own music when he's playing. He just feels music inside him and keep playing and listening and feeling good.

[@AndyMcKeeFanForLife]

Thank you, Don Ross for making the acoustic guitar rock again. And thank you, Andy McKee for bringing this awesomeness to a more mainstream audience.

[@ianjc121]

I could listen to and mckee all my life and never get bored of him. Rhythm.... so...... FUNKY!

[@twz87]

I love this guys play style.

[@mrmorphium]

his talent isn't alone the thing, that make him very good. he have the feeling, the power and his GREAT talent. His Talent say more than endless words.

[@ManicMonkey84]

Watched this guy play at the Cactus Room in Austin. I was sitting 15 feet away, and I could still not believe my eyes. He never missed a note all evening. Simply incredible. I would love to see him and Monte Montgomery collaborate on something.

[@hazeruiss]

My favorie guitar player and undoubtedly the best . . .

[@maximepearson5031]

Seen that guy at a premiere in Trois-Rivieres, Canada! It was awesome

[@ssips720]

thank u for contributing to this world... bows down..

[@thejakeyboi]

I've listened to this tune countless times now; I really like what Andy's added to the original. Loads of extras, character and intonation. It's a really timeless piece, and this just gives it that extra boost (for lack of words). When I play it, I mix Don's and Andy's version now as I think they work really well together. Cheers

[@Panthersrok16]

Andy Mckee Is such an inspiration. He never ceases to amaze me.

[@saintozz]

His dynamics are friggin insane!!!!

[@BebopBeibi]

My body feels like responding every single note... The way you make it sound... the sounds variation to low/high (meaning soft or strong) when played... beggining in 3:05 ... is just how perfection sounds.

[@brian72961]

Awesome comes to mind, so much talent. Damn...wish I had just had a little of that talent!!!

[@edyperma2172]

Andy McKee is one of the world best guitarist. like it.

[@adamrafferty]

Andy is a frigging groove machine. Gorgeous!!!!

[@howardmorgen]

Really fantastic conception Perfect time technique flawless skill and taste.. Heres a great way to go Congratulations Its nice to see and hear a major contributor to the furure of the evolution of the guitar. Howard

[@xxsolidsteelxx]

This is beyond words.

[@fabiancza]

Andrés Segovia would be delighted to meet such a talented performer. All the different colors - the guitar rediscovered as an orchestra, to its greater scale. In the words of the master, "the whole orchestra itself is contained within the guitar, but in smaller scale". May you live to your nineties and forward - mix talent with virtue and experience and you can keep amusing the whole world!

[@MrSuCCEzz]

I seen Andy live and met him. He is a great player and person.

[@KATELYNNADavis]

LOVE THIS JAM AND HOW HE TOTALLY GETS INTO THE ESSENCE OF THE MUSIC, HE IS TOTALLY ENJOYING PLAYING AND ITS EFFORTLESS

[@anakonda13]

Lt Sprinkulz Caps lock on for cool!

[@colonelchrist1392]

Lt Sprinkulz Turn your douchelock off.

[@KATELYNNADavis]

Lames

[@JeffJefferson95]

it´s really interesting how both don ross´ and sungha jungh´s versions lack the enormous amount of control over dynamics, time, groove and articulation which andy totally is a master of. just great!

[@drummerboy1692]

Well this is Don Ross' song so I'd argue it doesn't lack anything. While Andy's cover is definitely more articulate and dynamic than the original, I imagine that was his intention.

[@boogieloo1831]

drummerboy1692 - exactly. People have no idea what they're talking about but hating nonetheless. And SHJ played this damn well too

[@Uncurieuxentrop]

He wasn't hating tho, just giving his opinion. Don't assume that everybody that's disagreeing with you is a hater, that's stupid.

[@jamiep4674]

Jeff Jefferson to be honest sungha could probably play this way better now

[@aaronide]

music is expretion of the soul. this guy has got soul.

[@luiscanamarvega]

I love the sound quality of these videos. Impressive since they’re so old!

[@sharonb50ish]

OMG!!!!! Andy - keep on keeping on. This is the most joyful music I've heard in years. And the joy you feel comes through loud and clear.

[@Beardyweirdyuk]

You sir / madam are a genius. Bravo.

[@hensonandbedges]

that was GREAT!!! Ive been listening to this song nonstop for the past hour.

[@LawrenceKennard]

Talented, tight, multi-voice work! Thank you for giving us this!

[@stadiv]

Great ! I'd love to see Don cover one of Andy's songs !

[@HUNBogar]

Woooow!!! Great! A fan from Hungary!

[@dogbertlacroix]

Dude... He gets sooooo into it, I LOVE IT!!!

[@iMathz]

Your songs are Famous I can't dislike them you're a great Artist keep going love ya songs you're doing a very well job 5 / 5 . Thanks

[@KennethRMullins]

Andy is one of the MOST AMAZING GUITARISTS IN THE WORLD...I would love to see him and Monte Montgomery together....

[@alexanderkrampe]

A great musician!!! Wonderful

[@bozermusic]

The Best Ive ever seen!!!!!!! I can watch over and over!! so much detail and percision and POWER!!!!!!

[@lowagot]

Awesome song ! Cool and groovy lines! Thanks !

[@hensly77]

man you are truly a talented musician, thanks for sharing

[@megaman90]

just blown my mind away. man

[@NPC919]

I've seen and heard this so many times but my reaction is always "wat"... It's just so amazingly awesome and groovey!

[@Rael0505]

@WarriorOfTheHeavens It's standard baritone tuning actually - standard tuning transposed a perfect fourth down. It's tuned to B instead of E.

[@ClairePeine]

i absolutely love this guy's covers

[@pkwicki]

@MOSKII58 I have to admit that after hearing his music over a month ago, I have purchased 2 of Andys albums and could not be more satisfied! I agree it is a compliment to be covered too.

[@pkwicki]

I am so ANGRY that the corporate radio bublegum we hear is jammed down our ears...It takes a friend to post a link for me to even see who this guy is. This guy is a truly TALENTED MUSICIAN. I honestly cant get enough of his music now.

[@Rael0505]

RIP Lance McCollum - thanks for making this beautiful guitar for Andy!

[@Primal67060]

Feel the force, you are the chosen one!

[@totalfinal]

I just realized that this was the first cover version I liked better than the original! Thanks!

[@amulek9871]

It's 2022 and i still listen to this once a day at work.

[@Luc285]

Amazing Song! One Of His Best. He's A Genius And Simply One Of The Best Out There!

[@PaulAmirault]

Wonderful unique styling and brilliant interpretive playing style:)!! Enjoy all of Andy's music:)!!

[@Nautypaw]

Andy Mckee - Patron Saint of Guitarists everywhere.