British guitarist analyses Ricky Skaggs' INSANE country band!!!

Tonight I'm taking a look at Ricky Skaggs, and a mighty impressive band!
Original video - • Ricky Skaggs - Country...
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[@williamhampton2366]

Ricky Skaggs is an absolute musical monster and that band is brilliant.

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[@seanswinton6242]

William Hampton You ain't lying. I saw him live and it was mind blowing. Players with him were as well. I see bluegrass and country picking prowess as I see the same virtuosity of jazz and classical musicians. I have mad respect this. I play sax,. keyboards, drums and flute, but the guitar and strings I can't figure out. It sucks, but that's why I respect those who can play.

[@chekovcall2286]

@@wingsofpegasus Have you seen him perform when he was 7 yrs old?

[@discokitty3375]

Go see him live It's mind blowing Your life will never be the same💜❤️ ricky and Kentucky thunder⚡⚡⚡⛈️⛈️⛈️ Like peanut butter and jelly

[@KarlaElaine100]

Kentucky Thunder is the name of Ricky’s band.

[@paulgloc4003]

Wow, for a band to play live and so in sync like that, you can't help but applaud regardless of your musical preference!!!🤘🤘

[@jeremychambers8736]

Fill, what a joy your videos are. I love watching your reactions to the American pickers I grew up with. I am especially happy you did this video because I am an old friend of 'Picky Ricky" through my dad (the man on the bass..Jesse Chambers). Btw, this tune was written by Tony Colton, Ray Smith, and Albert Lee (all from Head Hands and Feet, out of England). God bless!

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Thanks!

[@Leopold1002]

Love watching your takes on such a wide range of guitar players. You're very knowledgeable and so respectful of all the players and.genres .

[@pattiaustin1808]

So delighted to watch you watch the incredible talent of Ricky Scaggs and his fellow musicians. Glad, too, that you voiced an appreciation of their vocal harmonies.

[@pauljohnson7382]

Fil, You are the Man! Fantastic review of Ricky and his band! I always enjoy how in a band like this, each musician gets a turn to strut their stuff! Very entertaining. Well Done, Fil you Rock 🤘

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks Paul!

[@johnnycash1365]

At risk of stating the obvious, when people think the left hand is doing unreal things, the right hand is doing pretty much the same thing in having to hit the same string. Bluegrass musicians are absolutely unbelievable talents..

[@rickjason215]

I knew nothing of Bluegrass Players and a musician friend who was a big Bluegrass guy said you are missing out on some of the best players and he was right.

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[@softailspringer9915]

Phil, just a great analysis here. I’m so impressed that you understand the nature and the challenges of high-level flatpicking. It looks like rickies on a D18. The action is higher and the strings are thicker than on an electric and the string attack has to be way more physical. The acoustic does not have the sustain of an electric so the right hand has to stay busy all the time so consequently eighth and sixteenth notes fly out. When you’re good at this type of playing it’s real accomplishment! Great work on this one Phil!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks! No problem!

[@sondyhowellweber1474]

You are so smart! My granddaughter watches you too cause she plays a new fender. Who knows, she could be the next Ana polovic. Again, thank you so much!

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[@davidconnon1214]

Wings of Pegasus, thank you for a brilliant analysis of Ricky Skaggs and his band.

[@Mistertwist.]

Country Rocks! Love that you did Ricky! He's one hell of a musician! Great as always Fil! ROCK!

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No problem!

[@SadieCo149]

It's manic when Ricky plays bluegrass. I think it added depth to have a second acoustic guitar. He is just phenomenal that has lasted for decades. 🤠

[@lorellstoneman74]

Really a joy to watch...lighting fast, and flawless. Scary good......thanks for breaking it apart for us, Fil.

[@jazzcat8786]

Incredible harmony run at 6:27!! Great band!! It’s so great to hear your appreciation for these country monsters🤟🏻

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[@davebrown3230]

Albert Lee knows how great this was . From ricky Skaggs to Eric Clapton , the greats like sharing the spotlight with the rest of the band .

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[@tommyculver6771]

Great video, as usual, my young doppelgänger! 😝 It's nothing you can use on this channel, as there are no guitar calisthenics involved, but do yourself a favour and check out Guy Clark ("Old Friends" is a good place to start) and the certifiably mad Townes VanZant (go for "Pancho and Lefty"). The playing is good, but the lyrics as sheer bloody poetry. Both artists have made proper rabbit-holes worth a dive into. ✌️

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@gibsontown1]

Excellent choice. Ricky is an amazing p layer.looking forward to seeing you do Jerry Douglas soon. .

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[@333reid]

I had the privelige of seeing him twice in concert and meeting him both times. He is an old school entertainer who made a point of signing autographs and taking photos after the show. And better still, the first time we went to see him, the opening act was his protege, a relatively unknown Vince Gill

[@francesharrisonchesney]

Ricky and his band are absolutely brilliant, as well as you and your analysis....spot on!!!

[@jeremymoorer7033]

That style of picking is called the ,”3 finger Roll” made popular by, Earl Scruggs. There is a video on KZbin of Ricky playing as a very young kid with Bill Monroe.

[@matt82654]

Wings, thanks for putting this up! Ricky is a close personal friend and fellow picker. My brother has played banjo for him on 9 different albums and just did last weeks tour with him. He is the real deal and thanks for giving him his due!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool! No problem!

[@michaelhendricks1206]

Two thumbs up Fil. Great analysis

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@mosin9105]

Ya, Ricky Skaggs is definitely one of the GREATS! Another fantastic video fil!

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[@brandiboyd4181]

You don't have to love country music to appreciate the talent in that song.

[@cheshorcatbeats1273]

Gonna watch this a few times... absolutely amazing!

[@edbigtruck]

He’s an awesome player and plays several instruments. Another great video Fil.

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[@cynergy4]

Proud to say that Ricky is a distant cousin of mine! Thanks for the analysis Fil!

[@kathleenstewart409]

Omg, we are reaching back in time!! I had forgotten all about him. What a talent. BTW Wings, how about Rosetta Tharpe or June Carter Cash's mother, the Carter Scatch talent? I found both of them on a post of most rockin' ladies of rock n roll and was so impressed. Thanks much!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Rosetta is here and mother Maybelle!

[@DalonCole]

Spot on Phil. Another homerun. You are the best. God Bless from Texas

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks Stephen!

[@jeffrichards1537]

Ricky skaggs had it all. The most talent when it comes to picking any instrument with strings and a voice that I can only compare as awesome to ozzy. For the type of music they chose.

[@robertstdon9280]

Hot damn hes good .i saw Ricky in concert. An even snuck back stage. To meet him .long time ago .thanks for showing him .

[@jefftappan381]

I'm more impressed with the pedal steel. Holy crap!

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[@GenXstacker]

My grandpa had this album on cassette. Used to listen to it in his car all the time.

[@chaddudek5048]

Love your analysis and choice of subject matter - keep up the good work!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks Chad!

[@donfleming9886]

You can tell how much Fil likes the music or performer he is reviewing by how long he smiles during the performance. Nothing not to like about this one for sure.

[@ben4735]

I seen Ricky live tonight and he was awesome!

[@sayastra]

One of my faves I knew the playing on this would blow you away.... I'm a bit surprised it was Ricky, never really thought about who was playing it.... I like the big smile on the reviewer.

[@williamwarlick3497]

Hell of a Band ain't them boys Fil? Yes a joy!! Freaking awesome vocals as well. Thank you!

[@TruthSurge]

yeah, this was quite great. :)

[@Flapswgm]

I didn't listen to everything you said BUT everything I heard was SPOT ON and your vid was very well done. Thanks

[@jonbanner5823]

Wow, you nailed it with your analysis, this is insanely good! Ricky and the band, very impressive! Very interesting to note, I think Ricky has a piezo pickup system in his acoustic guitar and not mic'd at all, unless that old vocal mic is picking his guitar up too...but he seems to be wearing a very early wireless system! possibly the banjo too! Very cool live performance, thanks for presenting this!

[@RandyTucker]

Fil, Let me apologize from the start by saying I took you for a Rock in Roll snob the first time I saw one of your critique videos. Since then I have seen quite a few and am impressed with your appreciation for all genre's. I loved the one featuring Roy Clark when he was on the Odd Couple tv show. And now with Ricky Skaggs....What a show that was! Anyway it's nice to see that you love the guitar no matter who is playing as long as they do it well. I feel the same way. Cheers mate!

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!

[@samstevens7172]

Third row center, in a small theater, I saw this incantation of Ricky’s band. Opened by Steve Earl, no less. Someone said this band will melt you face, and that’s an apt description. Like the old Memorex commercials where all the furniture is blown back and your hair is flying. I was fortunate to see a lot of bands back in the day, and they were equal or better than most. Thanks Fil, for your loving appreciation of this musical majesty. Again, you’re spot on with the analysis and dissertation and the band, and the vibe of classic country.

[@scottyboy7462]

i remember seeing this performance when i was a tot. thanks for the memories Fil. im absolutely addicted to your vids!!!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@mikeskidmore6754]

Ricky was one of the Speakers at Roy Clarks Funeral … he was close friends with Roy for years..

[@martinlicht1969]

Thanks! Hard to believe these guys are from Earth they're so great and true masters..

[@frankscarborough1428]

Thanks Fil always learn something from you!

[@dougrickard4307]

How about an analysis of Molly Tuttle? She is amazing as well...

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@leykeyes3261]

Great video. I've seen Ricky twice in person. Love his playing and his bands.

[@christophermuller5700]

Wow! The speed and style at which they all perform is like the equlivent of an auctioneer at a Country Fair.

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@justinthyme2666]

Man, I love all kinds of music, but you spotlighting the great guitar talent in country and bluegrass.....you rock!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks Justin!

[@mkivy]

What a performer...he was a master of many instruments. U see back in the 80s it was all twang then Alabama came on the scene and changed it forever. I love Jr. Brown...

[@warmoth68]

Great video and commentary. You break down why they do what they do. Awesome!! I'm going through a bluegrass phase of pentatomic phrasing, and flat picking is sick...No hiding behind distortion. Lol. No room for mistakes. I love it cuz it pushes me to be the I can be. It gives me drive!!!!

[@mauricesmith6935]

Hi Fill, you need to get your own variety show to take this to the world....I am not alone when I say I enjoy your channel...get on it.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks! Haha yeah all I need is a tv channel! 😂

[@mauricesmith6935]

@@wingsofpegasus Talk with folks that have the network...you will be a smash hit with music lovers worldwide.

[@eharper7]

Ricky Skaggs was a staple in my grandparents house. As was Bill Monroe, Lester Flatt, and Earl Scruggs. We were a bluegrass brood, lol.

[@ARKenMan]

I saw Ricky live at the Grand Ole Opry one time and I'll never forget it. He's the real deal my friends.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@Patriot751]

Wow, I've heard of Ricky Skaggs but had no idea that he was this good, also, his band was just rocking !!

[@stephenbodholdt4326]

Great analysis and Ricky is a treasure for sure. 👍

[@jeffking291]

There’s a video of Ricky Skaggs on the Grand Ol’ Opry at age 7. Pretty cool. 📻🙂

[@marcuspfister2047]

Agree with everything what you say. I was a pianoplayer in a countryrockband with bluegrass too . Before i was hired i thought that s gonna be an easy job. But then it was the most difficult job to do and i enjoyed being evolved. This was the most exiting period as a musician. Skaggs and his band are real great artists .

[@JedFord]

Phil, you do a GREAT JOB analyzing some GREAT, GREAT, musicians and entertainers. Jed Ford.

[@blakewicklein8571]

Wow! Saw his CMA performance and it was really nice, but this is out of this world.

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@carollittle1059]

He plays guitar, banjo, piano and mandolin, pure Bluegrass.

[@jpb1231000]

Gotta do some Dr Ralph Stanley!!! Steve Earle and some of his Bluegrass collaborations as well! I LOVE some of the acts you're reviewing! And now for something completely different... ever thought about some of Parliament Funkadelic's live stuff???

[@Nashvillekat]

Ricky has a great band. Another band you might check out is New Grass Revival for the 1980s. They are incredible musicians. Sam Bush is the world's greatest mandolin player (He's terrific on fiddle, t00), Bela Fleck who's described as The Man Who Reinvented the Banjo (he turned it into a modern jazz instrument in his band The Flecktones), Pat Flynn who is amazing on guitar and John Cowen who's not only a wonderful bass player, but one of the best male vocalists to ever come out of Nashville. Here's a taste - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5KsnoNje71rnK8 / kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5KsnoNje71rnK8 / kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2mck62Ir7xjkLs

[@trukeesey8715]

Check out Ricky skaggs and the chieftains - At home of grand ole opry" on daily motion. The full clip has been taken down from KZbin and replaced with a truncated one.

[@brfam1977]

Skaggs has always been under appreciated in the music world.

[@DanPat56]

Another skillful investigation of a masterful player.

[@TulsaGirlForever]

I too am SOooooo happy that at your age Fil, your videos are so inclusive & spot on concerning all genres of music. Ricky Skaggs has always been one of my favs, way back to Buck White & daughters (his wife Sharon is one) & Emmylou Harris' Hot Band. For someone who played on stage w/ Bill Monroe at 6 yrs old, he was & is one of the FEW (like Mark O'Connor) who NAIL anything they take on! Thx for another great insight to the techs of guitar playing, vocals & the entertainment factor. You bring out the playful attitudes of Ricky, Roy Clark & their interactions w/ the audience &/or the camera. I have always thot that was one of most endearing things about Eddie Van Halen, in his videos &/or on stage. It is no act on his part, I;m old & saw them before they hit the big time. Eddie, like Ricky Skaggs & the others, have that ability to make the audience feel like they are playing specifically to that person or audience.

[@angelajones7222]

Ricky Scaggs can do all. Magnificent. Oh, and if you want to see some vocals, watch Carrie Underwood with Vince Gill doing "How Great Thou Art", I think she just got into the country music's hall of fame.

[@mariorabottini5687]

Man the guy is slick! And he’s got a great voice! How amazing is the talent in his band....everyone of them are brilliant in their own right! Great stuff Fil really enjoyed this!!😁😁👌👌

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[@guysmalley]

Playing and singing like that is amazing

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[@gwag8410]

Ricky is an excellent player and singer, he has always made me stop what I’m doing when he comes on..

[@sidilicious11]

What fun it must be to play like that. High caliber Bluegrass picking sets my chi free!

[@douglascorley5887]

Awesome choreograph spot on

[@Icantsleepofficial]

Ricky is my great uncle. I love his music

[@timstanford3220]

The whole band is knocked out !! But that peddle Steele player is super. It takes six axis of movement to play peddle Steele . To me, being a drummer myself the drummer is really driving the band very well. They are all fantastic pickers.

[@mraufanmike]

Fil, I'm so sorry! I've been misspelling your name. I really enjoy these videos very much. Thanks so much.

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem! It's Norwegian so it's a bit weird on the spelling!

[@pesthlm]

WOW Fantastically skilled and interplayed, an entire circus number in music :-)

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[@mood103201]

Plz check out Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder as well! They are all master of instruments!! Ricky rocks even he turns to gray!!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@MegaVthompson]

Once you’ve heard their band, you’ll be a true fan❣️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@PK1971PK]

Ricky's the Man!

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[@chrisbarlow2131]

Thanks for this Fil. Brilliant.

[@Jimmyzb36]

This is what "Freedom can Produce" "Country Boy"!!!

[@bobvadney7240]

Great job phil....I guess its like sports....all the great ones make it look sooooo....easy.....lol that we tend to over look the skill levels....they,re at...thx for helping me understand.,as a non musician..to really appreciate great...technical skills to..." pull this kinda stuff off" as you like to say ....thx again....

[@ebonyivory2023]

Country is not my favorite genre but, this stage is dripping with talent! I have a few faves: Chet Atkins for one. Mama Cash and family for another.

[@johnnycash4217]

I saw them and Charlie Daniels and Del Mccoury last night at the Grand Ole Opry and all 3 were awesome.

[@craigmonteforte1478]

Ricky has a lot of Glen Campbell style and techniques that made him so well loved. As a studio musician in the 70s IMO most definitely lots of Bluegrass influence with the flat picking

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@brendaisajiw3417]

You're right Fil. This man should've been in the CMHOF many years ago! Crazy!

[@billfortney7028]

Ricky is an even better man!

[@Gukekey3]

Great, please take a look at the performance of Ricky Scaggs with Albert Lee who co wrote this song, Alberts playing is phenomenal.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@eldorajohnson3894]

Ricky is Bluegrass.

[@pcs56]

Ricky was in town last month playing at the local venue...yeah...missed it...had to work...life...dammit boy!

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@terrybeaud9348]

Hi Fil I sure enjoy your insightful and informative reviews. Always very entertaining and great choices. I have a couple of questions. What is that chord he plays in the verse, i think it's the 3rd chord, near "city slicker" in the first verse, quite interesting. Also, is there a momentary key change when he sings "I'm just a country boy, country boy at heart". Thanks Terry

[@wingsofpegasus]

It looks like he just frets the Eb as a single note, not playing a full chord, as the band are supplying the full chords in the background. There's no real change of key there, as we still resolve to G the key of the song ☺

[@mattdaggett3695]

Also Fil .....Mark Lettieri....Everybody wants to rule the world.....setting in a session with his band....good one to analyze....cheers

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@mattdaggett3695]

@@wingsofpegasus your welcome

[@hellowow3282]

Ricky...oh yea. Hey Phil if you get a chance just for yourself check out greatest moments and Norman’s guitars. It’s cool when former rockers...or current come by to check out guitars and norm gets them to play. Price tags hanging off the guitars. It’s cool.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yeah I've seen some of those vids!

[@danw1955]

I always loved Ricky's style and between him and Kentucky Thunder (his band), they will leave you breathless with the complexity and speed they can pull this stuff off! ...and make it look like a walk in the park! You're spot on about his technique, and I'm sure it took quite a few years to develop. Even at my best years, I couldn't even come *close* to what Ricky could accomplish on the mandolin (and I've got a pretty good Michael Kelly F5 Legacy). He's still hard at it today, while I'm sort of fading out, due to bone spurs and tendonitis in my left hand.😜 Sure is good to listen to some of these older performances though just to get an idea of how crazy good these guys were/are.😍😉 Thanks Fil, another great review!😁👍

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!

[@lessmith5285]

Thank you for giving props to the musicianship of artists that are primarily country. Roy Clark on 'Maligania' shows that so many of them are just plain artists. Ricky Skaggs has cost me many boot soles dancing. Thanks again.

[@aland4092]

There's no faster pickers than bluegrass players. And Ricky Skags is at the top of the food chain. He's been playing since he was a little kid. And grew up under tutelage of Bill Monroe. If you haven't ever seen Ricky Skaggs and the Kentucky thunder. It's quite a thing to see . The do a bluegrass breakdown that is phenomenal.