British guitarist reacts to Elvis with James Burton's INNOVATION!

[@juliabel2]

James Burton is a genius guitarist, and traveled with Elvis on all his concert tours in the 70s. He started with Rick Nelson, while playing with many great musicians. Elvis only had the best of the best. His musicians were amazing, and they knew how to read Elvis! I was fortunate to attend 2 Elvis concerts, there was nothing better!

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@cheorry3141]

He also did stuff with Bob Luman and Ricky Nelson

[@curbmassa]

He played with Dale Hawkins and recorded Susie Q in 1957.

[@iainbroadbent4586]

Actually started with Bob Lyman and

[@roundbaby4749]

I would have loved to hear Albert Lee playing guitar with TCB⚡️ if you notice Albert going for more of the strat sound as in later years James Burton signature tele has a strat pickup configuration too. I mean im not knocking on James or his sound, I just would have to saw Albert on the gig.😎

[@ElissaStark514]

How have I missed this?? I've never seen a guitar solo during an Elvis performance. He had such good musicians around him. Thanks for the kickass music, guys!

[@joe6096]

James Burton is one of the absolutely most underrated guitarists on the planet. He belongs in the conversation with Hendrix, Page, Clapton

[@ElissaStark514]

I'm feeling guilty for not giving him my full attention... I knew he and the band were all extraordinary, but it's so hard to not focus on Elvis. Crazy magnetic.

[@kjetin99]

James B. is the coolest leadguitarist there ever was! 10:32

[@jasonbradley1221]

Ronnie Tutt was a very underrated drummer as well. People forget how big Elvis was and he only had the best-of-the-best playing for him

[@LeaFrydman]

I was at that concert and met James Burton... and did ask how he managed not to miss a beat... he answered with a smile ... "It's just what I do..." humble and talented

[@rodriguezthiago318]

With the technical improvements the sound is even better. James is brilliant and so was all of Elvis' backup band in the 70s

[@rwieber79]

The TCB band is one of the greatest bands ever assembled. And I'm so glad they all got together and did that tour for the 25th anniversary of Elvis's death. So many of those people are no longer with us it's great to have the footage of seeing them all together again. I wish I would have been able to make it to one of those shows but I wasn't able to. Also how that for the power of Elvis, who else could sell out arena's only being there on a big screen. Just another reason why hes The King!!!

[@spacecatboy2962]

I read a story one time where the guy that operated the museum at graceland after elvis died, and into the 80s and 90s, told about how new young rock and pop singers and rappers would stop by to take the tour, and they would be full of themselves for having a hit song on the charts, and would be goofing on elvis and making fun of him as they walked around, and then they would walk into the award room, where the walls are plastered with gold and platinum albums and they would suddenly fall silent, all the joking and goofing around would stop as they realized just how big elvis was in the music business and how many albums he had sold and that they had no chance of ever getting any where near as many awards.

[@MrDevtun]

Only the Beatles have sold more records worldwide.

[@spacecatboy2962]

The beatles? Never heard of them. @@MrDevtun

[@MrDevtun]

@@spacecatboy2962 Just 4 lads from Liverpool, Texas who overcame a hard day's night & embarked on a magical mystery tour.😸

[@spacecatboy2962]

did you see that quincy jones interview where he talked about the beatles. It was a pretty funny to read. @@MrDevtun

[@slickmic6113]

Dances with Kitty Cats great story thank you for sharing that I did not know that by the way I think rap music sucks!!!!!

[@bobbiel9663]

So many Elvis songs you can hear Elvis say " Play it James." Classic

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@freedomatlast8756]

James Burton can be seen playing his guitar behind his head on Johnny B. Goode during Elvis Presley's last concert tour in 1977.

[@guzzimike1100]

You can also hear "play it James" from Jerry Lee Lewis on many recordings.

[@sfmc98]

He got the absolute best for every member of his band.

[@retroactive1autrey668]

Mr. Fil, I'm so sorry for misspelling your name for years, but thank God you carry the torch for articulate appreciation of the great music of all time. Keep on keeping on. I am so respectful for the great work James Burton has done for over sixty years.

[@Steely_Fran]

James Burton said that to this day, people ask him about the solo he did in Ricky Nelson's "Hello Mary Lou". When people are still inquiring about a 19 second solo you recorded 57 years ago, it's safe to say you're a legend.

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@slickmic6113]

Franomaly ain't that the truth!!!!

[@edthesecond]

And his solo on Believe What You Say is pure joy.

[@daverat7549]

I would love to see a comment video on THAT

[@DonnSeib]

Franomaly maybe the most iconic solos ever.

[@tammiefree5720]

I can't help but smile head to toe when you give that little grin..it's like " jackpot!"..I just adore it!

[@ITILII]

Elvis of course is the greatest entertainer/performer of all time, with the most powerful and versatile voice. With his looks, the way he could move, charisma no one can ever touch The King. He also worked with 3 of the greatest guitarists of all time: Scotty Moore, Hank Garland and "Play it, James Burton"

[@LivingstonGina]

I got to meet & hang out w/ James Burton at Elvis Festival in Bad Nauheim Germany. As a kid I was amazed by his guitar solo on Steamroller Blues live Elvis Aloha from Hawaii. How wonderful to personally be able to tell him how his playing influenced my own music!

[@jennifursun3303]

you are so lucky

[@cocreatorradio]

I got to stay at James' house in Toluca Lake for about a month back in '77. It was amazing to get hear about his time with Elvis and to see some of the things that Elvis had given him. What a great guitar player. My mother's best friend had grown up with James in Shreveport, Louisiana.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@Will_DiGiorgio]

Thank you for finally featuring James Burton, most people don't realize that he was one of the greatest stylists to pick up a guitar. He wasn't a virtuoso but he was the key to the sound of many great artists and incredible guitar licks. He's not called the Master of the Telecaster for nothing. He's also in the Rock n Roll hall of fame BTW, inducted March 19, 2001.

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@tonysmith3475]

Will, I covered for James that night, in Paris at the Sport Palais on the Elvis: The Concert - great times!

[@keetonplace]

@@tonysmith3475 Wow! I am impressed. And that you were in an Elvis the Concert. Those were awesome, touring the world since 1997. I've seen it about 10 times around this country. In Memphis in 20,000 seat venues. Next best thing to seeing him live.

[@Polamish]

Wholly Mannnnn, Gooosebumps the whole video. Love your breakdown. Thanks for the constant positive complimentary attitude. Rock !!

[@naomisusanisaacs3810]

Half of the pleasure with these videos is to watch how much you are enjoying the performance of these amazing musicians 😀

[@TheJabernet]

I've got to say, nobody had the stage presence Elvis had. He was a true Rock Star.

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@nixonroger9612]

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[@darielmuhammad1038]

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[@asacase3545]

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[@nixonroger9612]

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[@2kosher]

Fist thing I notice is how unbelievable Elvis had command of the stage! Wow! (And nice to see a Brit appreciate a legendary American performer! Lol!)

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@RafaelAlivtres]

Elvis in England is even bigger than in the USA.

[@danc3693]

Brits loving an American performer isn’t a novelty.

[@larrypower8659]

James Burton was Ricky Nelson’s first and only lead guitarist. He made his bones with Ricky, and all those iconic solos are his. “Traveling Man” is probably the most well known and it’s so good you can sing it. To me, though, his best was in Ricky’s cover of “Fools Rush In.” It’s jazzy and country and chicken pickin’, all at the same time.

[@mindeloman]

Years ago i worked with an older man that actually saw Elvis live sometime in the late 60's or early 70's. Really surprised me to hear. I asked him, "how was seeing Elvis live?" He said, "Listen, if you got the priviledge to see Elvis live, you understood why they called him The King."

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@keetonplace]

This is a fact! The charisma filled the room.

[@theohlinsguy4649]

I am so impressed with your knowledge. My pal and Wrecking Crew member Don Peake told my about James Burton's use of strings. When he showed up with the Wrecking Crew no body there had ever seen any thing like it. I met him at a birthday party for Albert Lee. He couldn't be more nice and humble. All the real ones seem to be that way.

[@photonole61]

Hi Fil, you really should do a reaction of Elvis’ version of “Oh Danny Boy”. PERFECTION

[@LuigiLuppo2021]

The TCB Band had a powerful and contemporary sound....no fake sintetize instruments, no vocalizing helpers...it's pure talent and Majestic!

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@marilynmosley1564]

There’s only one James Burton. He was a natural talent just like Elvis. Don’t think there’s ever been a better band than the one James Burton brought together at Elvis request ..

[@kennethcurtis1856]

To think Glen Campbell declined an offer to join the band.

[@flemit35]

I think that was just a joke Elvis made about Glen Campbell, Glen Campbell had become a big star in his own right by 1969 so he was unlikely to join a touring band but I don't think he was actually asked either.@@kennethcurtis1856

[@bobwallace1880]

Saw James in Baton Rouge once. The license plate on his truck was " I PICK" A very nice man, kind to all fans.

[@jennifursun3303]

lucky you

[@janepatterson756]

Omg fil u never cease to amaze me. Your smile and enthusiasm makes me happy. I am a huge elvis fan.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks Jane!

[@martybreeden6116]

AWESOME VIDEO! I'm a HUGE Elvis and James Burton fan!!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@lastrada52]

James Burton was also the lead guitarist along with several other Elvis Presley TCB band members (Glen Hardin, Ronnie Tutt, and Jerry Scheff) for that classic Roy Orbison Black and White Night concert in 1988 with so many famous musicians in tow.

[@Patriot751]

Great analysis, Burton was a great team player, just really made Elvis shine. I'm sure Elvis loved Burton being his wingman for so many years. I remember the Aloha show and as a 9 year old, I asked my mom if the guitar player was any good, she said" Elvis could get anyone he wanted to play for him". His band was amazing.

[@sandrapaananen7841]

Great analysis. Thanks for all the interesting facts that you put in. That is what makes your channel so unique and interesting.

[@drewpall2598]

Sandra Paananen, I agree with You about Fil.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks Sandra!

[@gregmardon6973]

This was really well done and something I've never seen or heard before now, it is amazing how good Elvis sounded and how crystal clear the original video was! I hope that this type of live playing will be taking on by other bands who's frontman or woman has passed away sometime back,great analysis Fil!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks Greg!

[@ritatravis959]

Ur cute and smiled through the whole thing, that made me smile and Elvis band knew Elvis and performed with him so many times. They nailed it.! I'm sure they are so happy to play with ELVIS once again, and maybe a little sad to that he isn't here. Aren't we all? GOOD JOB

[@agostinoieraci8986]

James Burton was a legend. Fantastic artist . Elvis Forever.

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@larrypower8659]

James Burton IS a legend, you mean. He’s still alive and pickin.’

[@slickmic6113]

RIP ELVIS you are truly missed!!!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen

[@jrc8640]

EP had the greatest musicians of course!! And he is still packing out arenas 43 years later!!! Phenomenal !!! He owned that stage !! 👑Of 🎼!

[@tottokristiansen5868]

Ronnie tutt is insane.in fact the whole band was insane...love how you get the deailes right! love your respect for the older guys that paved the way

[@Craig_Fussell]

Used to love when Elvis would say “pick it James..” because you knew he was about to melt your face with some extraordinary chicken pickin’! Truly a Master of the Telecaster. 🤙🏻🎸

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@timvalentine165]

Craig he didn't say pick it James! He said play it James🤗

[@timcarr6401]

Who was it that Elvis was referencing with his yell "Wake up Hunt!"

[@68Pace]

He said "Wake up, Put"...referring to Norbert Putnam, his favourite session bass player.

[@rong805]

@@68Pace yes, you are correct, I saw a YT video where they interviewed Putnam at the Nashville studio where they recorded Merry Christmas Baby.

[@audrey_playzblox921oofnoob9]

Oh, thank you so much for remembering us old people. Really enjoyed this. These were the innovators. (And Ronnie T. was a hard working drummer and never missed a beat and gave Elvis’ performances the energy. Just giving him cred too). Elvis admitted in an interview one time that he wasn’t a great guitar player. Mainly just chords to accompany himself and played piano, too.

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!

[@seanatteberry3686]

I was at that concert. Was awesome watching James. Even met James Burton and Ronnie Tutt at the hotel we were staying at.

[@KE4YAL]

I didn’t know that about the banjo string deal that a very innovative thing thanks for sharing

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!

[@TCBElvisAPresley]

The first time I saw the TCB band with the large-screen(s) Elvis The Concert show was in 1997 in Portland, Or. Then sometime in the early 2000s (2002 I think), I went on vacation with my partner, first stopping in Memphis on our way to Florida. There for a couple of days, we toured Graceland, with our Memphis stopover culminating in seeing the large multi-screen Elvis show with the TCB band. My memory is foggy, but I believe this was at the Mid-South Coliseum, where Elvis's 1974 concert was recorded for a live album. Our room was at the Heartbreak Hotel, and we had dinner at the theme restaurant "Elvis Presley's Memphis." I had a deep-fried peanut butter and banana sandwich. And for the first time, I tried breaded deep-fried dill pickle chips (those are a thing in the south in case you didn't know.) They were great! I hope to one day get to see the large-screen(s) Elvis show with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. I hope they are going to continue doing that show. I also hope one day for technology to improve enough to allow for a 3-D holographic Elvis concert. EPE has said they won't do it yet because the Elvis hologram can't move or "walk" around the stage. It would stay front and center the whole time. I can understand their point on that. I'm hoping for a breakthrough!

[@MisterBaltimoron]

Thank you Fil. You're making your older viewers very happy by reviewing the truly great artists we grew up loving. It's obvious you respect their talent and understand they performed when technology was very basic making things much more difficult.

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@susancrouthamel760]

Elvis sold over a billion records n people are still buying everything Elvis.There will never be another Elvis in our time. I have listened to Elvis since 1956 n yes I m older now but his music keeps me going. I saw him in concert 1973 in Hawaii 2 row center n got a kiss. The greatest entertainer of all time. He is still singing in Heaven to God n all the Angels

[@VidarLund-k5q]

I bought more Elvis records after he passer away than before.

[@robmiller3464]

Thanks Fil, yes James Burton was the perfect guitarist for Elvis. Elvis picked his own rhythm players, no one else. Elvis always gave his band members credit and would introduce them to the audience. I have to say, the comments section is very accurate on there information.

[@wayne-brock7515]

I don't know how I missed this, awesome. Love Elvis Presley and love James Burton.

[@lechat8533]

Wow! I just found this and it absolutely blew me away. I heard this for the first time. What a story. I`m not a musician, and so many things you explain are totally new to me. To us, non-musicians, who love music and can`t live without it, so many things are hidden and we just don`t understand why certain pieces sound so good. Your knowledge and info are just dynamite. I hope, when the time is ripe, you will have a lot of children, at least 12. 🤣. Most of the time, very talented people have very few children, and the mediocre ones have more than 1 child, while it should be the other way around. But, the reasons for that are quite obvious... This was wonderful! Thank you so very much, Fil! Many friendly greetings from Slovenia 😊

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem and thanks!

[@susyq810]

Love it!!!!!!Elvis plus James Burton equals perfection! !!!!

[@drewpall2598]

This is a cool performance by all involved! James Burton, was so much in demand in His heydays. Elvis singing a Chuck Berry song how cool is that? another great analysis here Fil.

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@jeffbarnes19fg76]

Promise Land is another cover by Elvis of Chucks that he totally rocked on

[@Goddybag4Lee]

I love the Elvis version of Promised Land.

[@nestea8385]

I have this on DVD and have watched it many times. AMAZING. There is a section where they were talking about all the technicalities of putting it together. I like the way they switched from old & new band and backup members. LOVE LOVE LOVE

[@caseypijl671]

James Burton played acoustic guitar on a Merle Haggard album which was a tribute to the great Jimmy Rogers. In fact he calls him out on many of the songs.

[@JHargis68]

Short and simple as it is, I've always loved the rendition of "JBG" from Aloha.

[@bertcotner3633]

A STAGE FULL OF LEGEND'S ♥

[@TheNewenglandboys]

I think that anyone that played in a band for Elvis has to be considered one of the greatest musicians ever. Elvis is timeless and he brought them along. And Burton....the Master of the Telecaster

[@slickmic6113]

Any of these musicians I've ever seen who play with Elvis Presley are the cream of the crop nothing but Pros!! I actually have a copy of this on DVD the entire concert which is fantastic!!! Very impressed by your knowledge of James Burton and the boys!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@garethparr9482]

Have seen this show twice and it is amazing just to see the king and get some idea as close as is possible to what it must have been like back in the day is just amazing. Fantastic musicians on stage all of them and with an anchor like Ron tutt in the drum seat you arnt gonna go far wrong. The king was is always will be!!

[@bobwallace1880]

I saw Jerry Lee 4 times at the Palomino Club in LA. James was the lead guitar, also Kenneth Lovelace on guitar/fiddle. Great classic shows.

[@marysurbanchickengarden]

No matter how much music you hear today, it will never top Elvis voice and his showmanship. Back then they didn't have all the voice enhancements they use now. I remember crying all day and night when I heard about his death. He died way to young, I pray he made things right with God before he died, so he can sing with the angels.

[@keetonplace]

My Urban Garden Mary....I hate hearing people say things like this about Elvis. Let me assure you that if you, or I, or many, many people, were even close to being the sweet, kind humanitarian that Elvis Presley was, this would be a far better world. This world is so much better for Elvis having been in it.

[@sklag1]

About 30 years ago a local radio station did as part of a series a show on James.Some of the stories were great. After he became a session man he didn't want to tour again he liked the steady hours and being home at night. One day might be Frank Sinatra to some rocker. When the colonel rang him to ask him to play for Elvis he declined. Elvis himself rang and finally convinced him to join at Las Vagas. Later he toured with Emmylou Harris. On the opening night in London he went on stage and there in the front row were all the top British guitarists who had come to see him. He basically freaked then said to himself, I've got a job to do. and did it. A true legend in the but not in the limelight.

[@freetob1]

I know this is an old video but Elvis played drums, bass and the PIANO as well. From what I understand, Elvis was a very accomplished pianist. My favorite of all time, The Legend Elvis Presley. Never Ever be another like Elvis.

[@buckodonnghaile4309]

Got to give it up to the drummer, Ronnie Tutt. Not many people can say they were a member of Elvis's band and the Jerry Garcia Band............at the same time (JGB 1974-1977, Elvis's TCB Band 1969-1977).

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yeah! He was essential to making this work!

[@Mark13091961]

Exceptional drummer

[@Rock_Girl_Daze]

It truly was “the sound of a generation”! Really love this channel. Play it James 🎶 ✌️

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

Thanks, Fil! You always do your homework, and then some! And always spot-on presentations. Your enthusiasm is contagious and thank goodness there's no immunity to it! 👌👍😊💕

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!

[@steveleavitt8813]

Also Jerry Sheff was a big part of Elvis's sound in the seventies ....great bass player ...even played standup bass on Roy Orbison's Black and White Night

[@BeatlemaccaAR]

Fantastic guitarist. Great gear combo and sound. Love Master Burton!

[@lancelange9377]

James is very active on Facebook too and is an amazing human being.

[@Mark-sj5et]

Played for Elvis for 9 years, till the day he died. He was fantastic

[@mlhesler68]

First saw James as part of Ricky Nelson's band. Legend often overlooked.

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@pagelover6789]

I love it...necessity is the mother of invention. Thank God for it!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@ep4everlegend317]

I had the privilege to see James Burton in these Elvis concerts and he is amazing one skilled guitarist and he was the first guitar choice when Elvis returned to live performances in 1969... James and Elvis so intune together... James also used to play Johnny B Goide with the guitar behind his head on stage with Elvis...he also played with Roy Orbison and Bruce Springsteen.. Awesome reaction and appreciation of a true guitar master

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool! Thanks!

[@sequencerman5]

Let us not forget Ron Tutt on drums who later played many more years with Neil Diamond, actually right up until the time that ND retired last year. This is not to mention that James Burton played many years with Ricky Nelson and provided some great guitar on the early RN songs. Just listen to the guitar solo on Rick's Believe What You Say played high on the neck of the guitar!

[@cameralady4129]

Burton is amazing!! Saw this in concert years ago & it blew me away... A little too young to had gotten to see Elvis for real, but the show was stunning.. Thanks Fil!

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@diannemacdonald5228]

Wonderful love this with all my heart

[@backyardastronaut5272]

Awesome footage...I was blessed to see them perform with Elvis on the big screen...back in 2010...amazing how these guys played sadly Ronnie Tud 😢 passed away...

[@lyallg8112]

I’m a non-musician….and ….this gave me goosebumps❣️

[@darrenjones5885]

I saw the show in Sheffield and twice in Memphis. Jerry Scheff, briefly seen on bass, was the bass player on the LA Woman album by The Doors.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@joecarton9115]

Great review, Fil! The TCB Band, the world's greatest rock 'n' roll band!

[@scottjackson1420]

James Burton is one of the best. His studio work with Ricky Nelson was great rockabilly.

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@pamelafradette6520]

Wow, this is incredible playing! I was just a baby when my Mom gave me my 1st 45 record! Lol I remember, putting it on my record player, at about 2 or 3 yo. It was Elvis' Hound Dog, I loved it, and just sang and danced! This is a cool video. Again, Fil you are a great teacher and your review was spot on! I wish you a wonderful, happy New Year, filled with great music! You are a very talented artist as well! 🎉🎶🎸🎹🎤🥁

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks Pamela, Happy New Year!

[@JaeNiece55]

Thank you Fil 🙏. Happy New Year to you and your family 👍🙋‍♂️🙋🏻

[@wingsofpegasus]

Happy New Year! ☺

[@elygia]

I like the professional analysis on the ability of performers You explain so well I'm quite ready to buy a guitar 😎🎸🔥😍

[@starsnightly8769]

Awe, thanks so much, scotty moore, joudaneers sweet inspirations, so much 💖 & talent on that stage. Incredible musicians & these productions will be treasured.

[@curtisfranklin6830]

another amazing video phil. youre my favorite at what you do because we get to learn so much. thanks once again phil

[@roberthorn333]

Great information on how Burton adapted his guitar. I have heard many top players refer to James as being as good as anyone. And the TCB Band and Elvis, what can you say other than that they are also as good as anyone.

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@ronniekray469]

*better than anyone

[@davidhosscowart5849]

I learn something every time I hear your analysis...

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks David, I'm glad to know this! 😁

[@plasticoflamingo2952]

James Burton was a big influence for pretty much every rock guitarist of the 60's and 70's. You know, all the ones who influenced us. And was that Jerry Scheff on bass? He was not only Elvis' bass, he's also the guy who played on the last few Doors albums. Elvis really had a great band.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Yeah this was Elvis' band 👍

[@kennethcurtis1856]

Check him out on the LA WOMAN album.

[@seamuslannon2006]

Just like Elvis was there with James and the band, fucking brilliant!!!!!!!

[@ms.sonshine8878]

I was lucky enough to see one of these shows. All the original musicians and back up singers. Even though Elvis wasn't physically with us his performance was amazing, exciting, electrifying! The whole show was simply fantastic. The best.

[@jenny6692]

I did as well, it was like ‘Elvis was in the building’ it felt electric. Amazing show how it was put together.

[@reneogard3477]

I saw it twice in Helsinki, Finland and Stockholm , sweden

[@TheOriginalRick]

James was actually one of the most watched and influential lead guitarists ever on television. He was the lead for Ricky Nelson, and week after week on the top-rated Ozzie and Harriet TV show in the late 50s/early 60s we got to see him with his big grin just behind Ricky's shoulder playing on his biggest hits. He helped create much of Nelson's "signature sound" with his unique guitar style. Tens of thousands of kids watching the show picked up a guitar and tried to play like James. "James Burton was one of my earliest guitar influences. The Rick Nelson stuff... things like 'Believe What You Say'... is just mind boggling". John Fogerty, GP Magazine, 1986 "Those early sounds that we did, I just hated them. They sounded so puny. I mean, listening to James Burton playing on the Rick Nelson records... and we would come up with our stuff that was so feeble." (reflecting on The Beatles' early career) George Harrison, GP Magazine, 1985. www.james-burton.net/ricky-nelson/

[@marc8vino]

Great video. Could you react to Elvis when he switches guitars with Scotty on the 68 special. He switched his SJ-200 for the L5 electric and plays with a lot of raw feeling. It's pretty much just him playing and you can hear this when his guitar unplugs and everything stops. It's not technical but plays with great feeling...Also not credited but it's well known he plays the bass track on Baby I don't care. Thanks Again

[@t4texastomjohnnycat978]

Elvis ALSO played lead guitar on the original recordings of "One Night With You", & "Blue Christmas".🎸

[@dunnbrooks68]

Their is a video of James Burton playing this same song with his guitar behind his back.

[@edge2sword186]

I remember James was with Ricky Nelson and on the Ozzie and Harriet program every week backing Ricky up. He was good enough to not miss one episode .A very exciting player back then .

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@Paul-dz7xi]

Thank you for reviewing James Burton, he's an American Classic!!

[@naturalrestingface4909]

That 'Hello Mary Lou' solo is still great. Loved Ronnie Tutt too!

[@Greywolf3]

Fil, more fascinating facts that I never knew, thank you! James Burton was and is a simply amazing guitar player!

[@Pat1720]

Yes James Burton is indeed a guitar legend. Much has been said about when he went out to L.A. to lead the band for Rick Nelson in 1957 up until the late 1960"s. The great bass player Joe Osborn was also in the band. After Elvis died, James played for John Denver and country artist Johnny Lee. Here is maybe a little known fact. In 1985 Rick Nelson was recording a new album and even though he had a real good backing band, he asked James to play on that record. Sadly, there was not enough recorded to be able to be released at the untimely death of Rick on New Years Eve 1985.

[@tonysmith3475]

I first worked with James back in ‘94 when he came to the UK - he’s an absolute legend! His sound is timeless but has mellowed since the earlier Elvis and Ricky days, mainly (but not exclusively) now using the bridge and middle pickup on his Tele. However, his style is unmistakeable! Great review!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks Tony!

[@deekrivers1]

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[@tmatheson54]

Fil, that was great. Very interesting. Amazing what a few great musicians and some video and audio editing and mixing tracks can produce. Really enjoyed that one. Fun!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks Thomas! 😁