British guitarist reacts to Willie Nelson's SPELLBINDING delivery!

[@pambarab5506]

My brother was going to college at Texas A&M, when Willie had a concert there. After the concert, my brother and some friends followed Willie and band to the small airport, to try to get autographs. Willie signed for them, but before they could leave, maintenance came out to tell Willie that there was a small problem with the plane, and the flight would be delayed. Willie turned to my brother and friends, and asked if they wanted to hang out for a while. They hung out, drank some beer, and listened to Willie tell stories for about 2 hours. They already loved Willie the singer, but they say he is the nicest person ever.

[@godhere6459]

you cant tell me there never somked some weed........

[@pambarab5506]

@@godhere6459 I just figured Willie was too smart to share weed with 18/19 yr old kids. They were old enough to drink legally back then, so that wasn't a problem.

[@godhere6459]

@@pambarab5506 sones good i guess we will never know.....willie would never do that......i wish i could smoke one with willie and i dont smoke.......well on the road again ..

[@Stringman1950]

I live in Louisiana and Willie passes through this state a lot. True story. Never heard him say an unkind remark. I’ve seen him just smile and go silent, though. Love the Outlaw. And in this video he’s sitting next to another treasure and outlaw, Kris Kristofferson. In his heyday, I had two friends who had a son. Both wanted to name it Chris, but he wanted to spell it Kris and she, Chris. Almost got a divorce over it before they brought the boy home from the hospital. True story.

[@grendelum]

in the late 90s he played a small venue with a huge lineup where i was the lighting director. after the show, his manager invited me and the house and stage sound guys onto his bus and he smoked us out and thanked *_us_* for our work. the cat is a saint in my book.

[@MisterRlGHT]

Willie Nelson's guitar sound is just as distinctive as his singing voice. Flatpicking on amplified nylon strings produces such a wide fat-ass tone that it's hard to fathom why he's the only one doing it, and his wild personal masterful phrasing is impossible to describe. I can hear him play 3 notes & immediately go 'Hey, that's Willie!" and I can only name maybe 2 or 3 other guitar players whose tones I could recognize so quick.

[@VidarLund-k5q]

Trigger is a Martin N20 classical guitar.

[@jamesburrell677]

I've always considered Willie Nelson to be his own genre.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@johncook7281]

James, good way to put it. I think so too.

[@tiffsaver]

Agreed, and AGREED.

[@SteppingRaven56]

Willie and Trigger

[@SteppingRaven56]

There's a great vid here on yt about the guy who does maintenance and repair on Trigger. Super interesting.

[@purplealice]

I interviewed Willie a couple of times back when I was a country-and-western DJ. He is perfectly genuine, and one of the nicest people I've ever met. He should be declared a national monument.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@purplealice]

He chooses "progressive" political activity because he's just a kind, well-intentioned guy who'd rather play music than do anything else.

[@augustineriley5582]

I think that will come with his passing Ace, but let's savour him while he's with us in body :)

[@purplealice]

Well, it's his talent that makes him a national treasure ;-)

[@KStewart-th4sk]

@@maryplaidy6814 That is a totally ignorant remark. I could say your brain matter could be put on a pinhead with room to spare. How do you like that? Comprende? Capiche?

[@dississtupid]

The expression on Kris Kristofferson's face as he's listening to the lyrics is priceless. And he would know great lyrics when he hears them.

[@dississtupid]

@Wei Chan Vladislov There were actually too many to mention but Kris was right behind him so I made the call.

[@peterbetts858]

'and theres nuthin short of dyin , thats half as lonesome as the sound , as the sleepin city sidewalk , And Sunday mornin comin down. '

[@augustineriley5582]

@Wei Chan Vladislov Willy got Shaver through his darkest hours after the death of his wife and his son over dosing, what a guy !

[@KStewart-th4sk]

@Wei Chan Vladislov Billy Joe Shaver (great song writer) is another who has never got the recognition he deserves. His late son, Eddy Shaver, was another great guitar player I loved to hear. I'm thinking you already know.

[@InMyLife9955]

peter betts ~ A great song by Kris Kristofferson that most people can relate to, on some level.

[@gwag8410]

Willie was sitting right in the middle of a bunch of legends, and you can see how they were mesmerized by Willie...

[@ethelryan257]

They know the real deal when they hear it.

[@unseelie63]

Willie is a legend himself,for good reason.

[@MickTheQuickk]

Kris Kristofferson, Jerry Jeff Walker, Porter Waggoner, Ricky Skaggs.

[@KStewart-th4sk]

@@MickTheQuickk Billie Joe Shaver-----so frustrating to see others that i recognize but forget their names.

[@bretthardin9239]

Willie,Billy joe Shavers Mickey gilley Jerry Jeff walker. That’s Texas royalty

[@lisal8984]

Who else watches just for the smile?

[@pbracey1]

Willie Nelson, along with Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson formed the Highwaymen. One of the two best 'supergroups' ever assembled, the other being the Traveling Wilburys, with George Harrison, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan, Jeff Lynne and Tom Petty. Awesome!

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍☺

[@ronaldfrench4999]

I agree!

[@dalekelly7639]

Can I add Blind Faith to that list?

[@katiezee2]

Peter I had a close-up seat for a Highwaymen concert (June Carter was sitting in front of me !) There was a section of the concert where each guy did a solo of one of his hits. Willie did You Were Always on my Mind. Johnny just watched him in obvious awe & reverence, while the other 2 guys drank water or smoked. A most memorable concert for me

[@abqphil5444]

Dare I mention the Honey Drippers?

[@maxandersonable]

Young Man you constantly impress me, youre wise in what you do, wish I,d been more observant in guitar and music the way you keep up with guitar and music plus, we really appreciate what you do don't stop keep on going amen

[@maxandersonable]

Youre really Good at guitar playing singing plus

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@gregorychilcote4636]

Fil I’m so spellbound by all your analysis that I find myself watching your videos when I should be working on my guitar technique. Of course, I rationalize that I’m learning when I’m listening to you! Ha ha ha. Keep those videos coming!

[@thewatchman6074]

This man is truly unique in everything he does. Waylon always claimed that he always did things his own way, but Willie really did exactly that.

[@greglittle222]

I was never a fan until hearing your breakdown and really listened without bias. Now I get it. Thanks Fil.

[@justMe-zl4pu]

The visible spectators are all legends in their own right.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@augustineriley5582]

They sure are!

[@magprob]

Gene Watson sitting there. I just saw him in Nevada. It was absolutely GREAT!@@augustineriley5582

[@augustineriley5582]

@@magprob Hey, great stuff! Yeah Gene's played his part in country music history, Peace.

[@suryclind]

Indeed...this segment is part of a series of Country's Family Reunion.I found Part 2, which is 2 1/2 hours long but the sound quality is not great; most likely uploaded "unapproved" but bypassing the copyright laws by mixing up the sound..Many people will upload programs & do stuff to mask these laws..however, looking on youtube the many performances are broke down into single performances; which loses the whole vibe, stories, tears you witness & feel if you were to watch it at one setting.

[@judyjones1044]

Willie doing Angels Flying too Close to the Ground live is my favorite of all.

[@chadhyde50]

Willie's a National treasure and makes the world a better place. Great video!

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍☺

[@johncook7281]

National treasure?-Absolutely!

[@nathanrobbin6341]

One of the greatest exsamples of Willies talent. His phrasing and timing is so good

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@stephenmason9527]

He was a lowly studio musician playing on other people's tracks. Then he wrote some of the greatest country western songs ever for other artists. Finally, he had his own breakthrough and now his name is synonymous with American music. His story is one of talent, humility, and persistence.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@jackbelk8527]

And a GREAT sense of humor, too! "The Highwaymen" were the very best country group of all time, IMO.

[@augustineriley5582]

Stephen - and social justice and fairness too ! The voice of reason !

[@tboudreau5239]

Check Wikipedia. His hits are alphabetized on 10 + pages😊

[@patrickmclaughlin8364]

He was never a studio musician

[@marksc1929]

...I've watched this video no less than 50 times...the look on Kris Kristofferson's face when Willie sang " how's your new love " ...these guys have been there and done it ...felt and seen it all ....thx again Fil for ur breakdown and respect for these videos 👍

[@marbleman52]

Mark C...Yes, Kristofferson's eyes, and the eyes of the other artist, were closed and that's when you know that they are listening with their heart.

[@swlafollett9963]

When you think of the beauty and joy Willie has given to this world... he is truly an actual treasure that can't be measured by any other standard.

[@kevisp77]

I've only seen him once in person. It was a smaller venue and there were only a few of the normal guys up there with him. It's amazing how one guy and his guitar (at almost 90) can still hold his own with all the young punks who have flashing lights, fireworks, and all sorts of digital effects. It goes to show you just how talented he is at writing songs, singing and playing, and making it all come together. And to be sitting there in the middle of all of that huge talent and still be able to get head nods, closed eyes and acknowledgment for his storytelling and delivery. That says magnitudes!!

[@BobWadeGuitar]

I discovered this track a few years ago and it blew my mind what he was doing with a 3 chord ballad. The passing chords, the voicings, the chromatic runs, and the Jango-esque solo...everyone in the room seemed stunned.

[@BobWadeGuitar]

actually a 4 chord ballad LOL

[@bluewidow1302]

Willie tells a great story about when he was touring with Ray Charles. To unwind after the first show Ray invited Willie up to his room to play chess. Within thirty minutes Ray had Willie on the ropes & checkmate only two moves away. However, as Willie was a gracious loser but a fierce competitor he asked for a rematch the next evening. Ray Charles, ever the gentleman, agreed. Willie said fine. “ but tomorrow’s nights game we’ll turn the lights on !!!

[@gayleearnhart8597]

AHAHAHA, love it!!!

[@ruthchristianson4595]

Love it!

[@timgallagher1041]

😂

[@leomallard9358]

True or not, that’s one hilarious story!

[@vanessaj2551]

I adore you channel and how your eyes light up when you see talent regardless of the genre:)

[@mikefox2379]

I'm so glad that I have lived in the time of Willie Nelson. I've seen him in concert and supported his music. NOBODY had his style. It is so incredible and unique. Long live Willie.

[@Whoisyou2211]

What is scary is that Fil's analysis is as brilliant as Willie's delivery.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@timgallagher1041]

I was thinking the same thing!!

[@leandabee]

Absolutely correct there😻👍

[@kevisp77]

I totally agree - most of the analysis videos are superbly done!! And this being one of my favorite artists makes this video even more special. I love this song and it is probably one of the nicest "acoustic" versions of any song out there. Willie has an ability to voice Trigger exactly how he wants to, and his vocals may not be the greatest, but his ability to tell the story is a dying art - and he is a master at it!!

[@xpmark1]

That last big smile coming from Willie shows how happy and contented he was at that moment.

[@lauriejones8082]

In answer to many reviews, yep, Willie for all his fame hasn’t allowed himself to be tainted. He’s just a a guy who sings a song and happened to be blessed with a talent that most will never know. My heart goes out to you, Willie, for the decades that you have made me laugh, smile, desire, and cry...your songs have touched the lives of millions and I am so thankful that I have been one to experience not only your talents but the simple, honest person who you are. May God bless you.

[@arthurdduda8233]

I like the way w willie t throws in a note here and there that at first doesn't sound right but then slides it and leads into a chord change and walks the lead back in and hits you with what's not expected

[@TheAcworthdude]

The album "The Redheaded Stranger" Is amazing .

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@itsallgood4093]

One of the best albums ever!

[@avalondreaming1433]

My absolute favorite of his!

[@kurtisle]

My favorite. And I own almost all his albums.

[@itsallgood4093]

I have a lot, and they are all mostly records.

[@davidcook5705]

The unmistakable sound of Willie picking "Trigger". Often imitated, but never duplicated.

[@ClassicTVMan1981X]

"Trigger" (which he later nicknamed after Roy Rogers's horse) first appeared on his 1969 album, My Own Peculiar Way, but as the album was produced by Chet Atkins, it featured the "Nashville Sound" consisting of strings and backing singers so we hardly got to hear it there.

[@ericynot]

Willie really is one of a kind. One of the (many) things that sets him apart is that, even though he's one of the best songwriters ever, he's completely comfortable playing great songs by other writers. He's also comfortable singing with other singers (some of whom are not country artists) who are often better technically than he is. It's always about the music, not his ego.

[@JohnBoulding]

The way he syncopates both the guitar and vocal is very unique too.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@rjgood1]

I've been to a lot of concerts in my life but there is something special about these groups of country legends playing for each other. These are just absolute treasures of music. It's hard to imagine a better performance from Willie Nelson.

[@Mikino1976]

Love Willie's guitar playing and vocal technique!

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@dlitowit]

I love how you review all types of music , it’s a great influence on younger people who get locked into one genre. Rock on.

[@bullhunter45]

Willie Nelson is a wonderful singer/storyteller and what a gentleman!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Amen!

[@lovepigs1]

My mother passed away over 20 years ago and she loved Willie. Everytime I hear him, I feel she's with me. Ty Fil.

[@jamesdavid7099]

I've seen Willie live 3 times. The first was in a stadium seating setting. At one point in the show, the band left the stage, he and his sister (piano player) were the only ones left and they blew the freaking roof off with an all-out instrumental, his guitar and her piano. One of my most inspiring guitar players because of the way he played it. Nobody does what he does.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@RodBolt]

Yes sir. A Texas legend.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@ursafan40]

Fil seems to really like the Texas boys. With good reason of course

[@suzannemiller594]

I love your analysis. I’d like to know more about you. You have a depth of knowledge that other reactors lack. Great job. Again.

[@dianemiller8969]

"Brilliant"! Willie got it! Love his singing and his guitar playing!! Rock On 'Ol Willie"!!! Great reaction to this!!

[@greenworm7915]

Trigger!!! No guitar sounds like her! No one could play her like Willie. You know that guitar when you hear her! ❤️ Waylon and Willie and the boys.....the legends!

[@HuckBowlt]

Thanks again Fil the one thing about Willie Nelson is his style on guitar is always immediately recognizable to me

[@TheJabernet]

A friend of mine used to roadie for Willie and he said Willie loves his weed. And he was VERY generous with whomever wanted some. And it was kind of an unspoken requirement that he preferred his roadies to smoke weed rather than drink alcohol. And he never played any other guitar other than "Trigger". Always loved Willie. Thanks again Fil!

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!

[@TheJabernet]

@@peterbetts858 Seriously, Willie, is that you?

[@peterbetts858]

golden apples Yuk yuk yuk R u Ever original .

[@gregmardon6973]

It is so beautiful in his simplicity, there's no need for fancy stuff. His ability and story makes you cry.

[@GuppyCzar]

Willie's a treasure! He's one of those artists I love more than just the sum of his work.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

Willie is a person who always keeps it real both musically and in lifestyle. It shows in his music that comes across so authentically and from the heart. Although not a big fan of this style of music, I can't help but to listen and enjoy. Willie is a great entertainer that's been playing and writing feel good music for many decades, for that he deserves his legendary status.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍☺

[@Wulfdane]

What can you say about Willie Nelson? Just think of all the iconic songs he’s written, songs that he and other singers have made popular - like “Crazy”. Willie Nelson is a singer-songwriter with few equals, one of country’s greatest and a gift to music. To top off his already remarkable musical talents, he’s a damn good actor.

[@shadowsflame_4007]

I love Willie's technique! Not only can he truly make a guitar sing, but he also writes some great lyrics, and can evoke a multitude of emotions. I love the outlaw country music of Waylon and Willy.💚💛💚💛

[@rrthug1]

Thank You Fil. Saw Willie in concert for the 1st time this past summer. What a great performer and still going strong at 85. I wondered what the story was behind the hole in his guitar so thanks for explaining it. Another artist suggestion for you-George Benson. Thanks again.

[@deormanrobey892]

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[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@shirleymurphy1958]

Love the Trigger. Willie is always a story teller . Love his Blue Eyes in the Rain.

[@williamauld4083]

Again, a brilliant analysis of a truly unique musician. Love your love of pure class artists. Keep up the great work.

[@christinelegate8137]

The great Willie Nelson. He’s surrounded by other legends too. Thanks for the analysis.

[@NealB123]

Willie was one of the founding fathers of the Outlaw Country movement -- a group of country musicians who rejected Nashville and everything it represented. He moved to Nashville as a young man and quickly made a name for himself as a very successful song writer. But along the way, he became deeply disillusioned with Nashville and all of its trappings -- overproduced sound, manipulative record companies, untrustworthy producers, internal politics everywhere. He absolutely hated the place. He packed his bags and went back to Austin and became a legend.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@augustineriley5582]

Neal - "Nashville Was The Roughest" remember - for Willie being forced to perform in a mohair suit.

[@RosaKay55]

Willie is an engaging storyteller. Your analysis helped me appreciate that quality of his.

[@loripond1839]

And now Fill you have picked my daddy's absolute favorite country singer!! I was raised on Willie Nelson music!..I adore that man!..NO ONE and I mean NO ONE can deliver a song like the Red Headed stranger... someone in the comments of above suggested you listen to Willie sing with Waylon Jennings, yes the two of them are amazing together!.... and someone above in comments said he wrote Crazy by Patsy Cline one of my absolute favorite country songs!... thanks Fil!... ✌❤🤘

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!

[@peterbetts858]

pamela Raffel No , not that i know of , . . .but i feel like were Brothers when i hear him 'Pickin on that Red guitar ' . How many times have u seen Willie n Family ?

[@peterbetts858]

Pamela Raffel A computer Nerd ! Well , well . I knew he liked playing golf on his own course {Austin mayby }. I have only seen him/them twice . Back in '83 or 4 and 2006 ? But im up in Canada and i dont think he puts Snow tires on his Bus much so dont much get the chance ! But i did run into his Harp player , Mickey and getar player Jody Payne once while snappin pics of his Bus ! Too Cool . What state do you catch them in ? Yup i caught the A.B. s back in 1989 in Maine , only i think it was chilled Southern Comfort on the menu that day , It was Cool tho Because Dickey was there , Warren Haynes ,Allen ,{Woody }, Woody --- who was the last good bass player they had since Richard Oakley , {original} Greg , Butch n Jaimoe . We were on the coast and it Rained Barrels , the rain was bouncing a foot off the top of Gregs Hammond organ and the boys never missed a Beat . Great Show ! Yup ! So from the Great White North {used to be whiter . {. But now with global warming !! }, . . ,have a Merry Christmas .!

[@briangolden9614]

Great analysis Fil. Cool thing about this performance is that Willie is playing in front of his peers (top country musicians) and you can see how much they enjoy Willie's singing and playing.

[@74dartman13]

Great video Fil. Been listening to Willie for over 30 years. What a talent!👍😎🎸🎶

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@peterbetts858]

I have been buying his records for 40 . the Bob Dylan of Country .

[@74dartman13]

@@peterbetts858 yep!☺

[@lizreyes6577]

I have seen several of your videos and I think it is wonderful that someone of your generation can really appreciate great musicians of all ages and styles.

[@christopherscustoms3722]

What a great video. I've come to admire your passion. I really enjoy what you do. Rock on.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍☺

[@joewilliams2462]

You are doing not only the artist a great service; but, educating folks so they see , absorb ,& hear what artists do . This helps all the people to get it into their hearts & souls. Music is the international shared ,soulful , joy of life. Keep up your great work. God gave you a gift.

[@InMyLife9955]

Willie Nelson is an all-time favorite for me. He has such a gift in music, he can do it all, and quite well. Raised by the grandparents, who were musical and active members of their church, they taught Willie and his sister, Connie, about music. The (then) children also learned about hard work, as the grandparents were farmers. Willie is quite an entertainer; I had the pleasure of seeing him in concert one time. I loved every minute of it!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@Magravated]

Willie wrote "Crazy" specifically for Patsy Cline. She hated it but her husband talked her into recording it. She did it in 1 take. Thank God for both! ✌️♥️

[@ClassicTVMan1981X]

He also wrote "Hello Walls" for Faron Young.

[@jeffdowler9130]

The vocal deliverer is what its worth because people can relate the experience in there own life. ROCK!

[@annemayseyfried8907]

No one in the world phrases like Willie, it-s fascinating, like jazz& just can't be copied, he's just innately soulful..🔥🔥🔥

[@gregmardon6973]

Your description of the pic, I probably don't spell it correctly but you understand none the same. It's such a blessing to sit amongst these kind of people, and they know their music takes people a whole another world.

[@quicktastic]

Nice. Willie's version of Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain is one of my favorite songs because of how he delivers it. There is a realness to his performances.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@ritahall6628]

Thank you Phill Usually don’t listen to country music but his voice is so special and distinctive I love it !!

[@fayedunbar2912]

I love Willy. His guitar playing never seemed to go along with the song, but it all works out. Amazing voice.

[@pattyfarghaly1821]

Love me some Willie Nelson. This song is too die for . Thanks Fil.

[@cliffordholloway6291]

Always loved Willie. Did see him in concert one time back in the early 80's, great!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@johnnymossville]

It's like a lesson in powerful understated delivery. fantastic.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@j-me6317]

I remember hearing that some of his friends (Waylon Jennings and other big name artists) bought some of his possessions that the IRS was auctioning, and gave them back to him.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@LOL-Can]

Willie and his guitar Trigger. A great team . Another great analysis so thank you for this.

[@JP-dw1fp]

Wonderful and accurate musical analysis. The sounds Willie gets out of that beat up old guitar are amazing. While Willie doesn't have a great voice as in, range and power, the odd way he phrase's is so original you know immediately within a few notes who's singing the song. It's so perfectly musical just like his guitar playing.

[@larrycippola7506]

Willie’s great and you give the best and most informative commentaries.

[@DS40764]

I'm not a huge Country music fan ,per se, but he is a Country Singer ,amongst a few others, that I really love and he is a engaging Entertainer also..

[@Magoover1]

LOVE LOVE LOVE Willie Nelson. I'm constantly amazed by how he can weave in and out of the time without it sounding wrong or disjointed.

[@lynnemorris7516]

It's the feel he has for the melody, and the story he has to tell.

[@RooftopsofAmerica]

Saw Willie here in Nashville at the Ryman a few years ago. It was as fun as it sounds. I believe he was 82 at the time. His voice is still pretty damn solid and he still puts on a great show! Thanks Fil!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@MariVictorius]

I think I enjoy watching your facial expressions while watching these performances as much as I enjoy the performance. It’s so obvious how much you appreciate these artists. 👍👍

[@virginiaribis2070]

He IS a country and pop legend kiddies. He came before me as a country singer and wrote many songs in for many singers and as time past he even broke into the pop scene. He has one lung but it never stoped his singing.😊

[@monroetruss4737]

The guitar has a name, it's Trigger. Trigger was also the name of Roy Rogers horse. Willies Trigger is a Martin guitar. I'm an old man and am impressed that a Brit not only likes Country but a wide range of music. You do a good job. TY I'm sure you noticed that everyone in the room are also musicians and recording artist.

[@gibsontown1]

Thanks for sharing this superb video. Willie Nelson is the Frank Sinatra of country singers, the Django Rinehart of country guitar players and the William Shakespeare of country songwriters. And his faithful guitar Trigger is a legend in its own right.

[@gibsontown1]

According to one of Willies biographies he wrote three songs on the same day during a bus ride between two cities. The songs were Crazy, Night Life and Funny How Time Slips Away. All became major hits for other singers because at that time Willie was considered a songwriter not a performer. Eventually though he recorded the definitive version of each song. As he says It took me 25 years to become an overnight success.

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!

[@Rock_Girl_Daze]

Heart n soul Willie ❤️. I totally agree with Fil. Willie is a great storyteller...and his friends on stage are totally reliving a story in their mind. When your guitar becomes one with you.

[@rubbersole79]

I play guitar and performed live for over 10 years. And I've seen hundreds of live performances, but I have never seen anything in my life that compares to the feeling in this guitar work. It's astounding to me. Billy Joe Shaver looks like either his heart is breaking or he's going to kill someone...........

[@CRGtx325]

I’m thankful that Willie is still with us and I’m thankful to have seen him perform a few times.

[@TexasMagnolia]

Just to talk of Willie’s focus and brilliance. His Album Red Headed Stranger - the best ever in my opinion. Was one continuous story. Turned into a great old western movie and many hits.

[@ogri214]

The tone and quality of sound of these old Martins pays tribute to the craftmanship and expertise of the masters that built it. and Willy's brilliant playing of course.

[@bobsimpson4298]

For me, Willie Nelson has always been "The Voice of America!" His guitar playing, and of course, his guitar, is uniquely his own. His delivery of so many wonderful songs (including his own songs and many classic covers) must surely rank him as the Master of "phrasing!"

[@strooomon]

CHILLS!! Never listened much to WIllie Nelson, but my oh my, do I have a lot of catching up to do. He is bloody brilliant!

[@johnmcclintock8004]

Just try to imagine all of the decades of memories with "Trigger' ; that Willie must have ... Willie & Trigger ARE Texas ...

[@spottheturtle9568]

glad i caught Willie one more time this year. Saw him with the dead quite a while back too. a real legend.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@lynnarthur-stillalive2025]

When an artist has Tom Waits and Kris Kristofferson spell bound...that's a master storyteller. ❤️

[@johnnycombs7459]

Bobby Bare there too

[@lynnarthur-stillalive2025]

@@johnnycombs7459 15-Love 😉

[@carolwilliams2439]

Tesss, Johnny! Thanks for noting the great Bobby Bare!!!

[@johnlorenz6795]

Hi Fil. I Have watched this video before, but because I attended his performance 08/02/19, in Minneapolis, MN, I wanted to comment here. I went with one of my daughters and son-in-law, and a very special friend of over 40 years. Despite generational differences we came together to see Willie live, and we all walked away sharing the same good feelings from being there. That, in itself, tells a story about his place in American music. And for those who may comment that in performance his voice doesn't carry the notes at 86 like 20 years ago, he remains a story teller, and in that he still delivers.

[@JohnNiemsMusic]

Like the IRS would deserve to have his guitar! hahaha Willie hits a GRAND SLAM here and your description is also a GRAND SLAM here too!

[@judyjones1044]

Watching other country stars listen to Willie sing and play Trigger is wonderful! I love Willie Nelson!

[@inway404344]

Great analysis Fil. The Red Headed Stranger will always be a legend.love listening to him with Waylon.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@doctorbuzzard10]

I can’t help but smile when he delivers lines thw way he does. It’s so unique. Anyone else trying to do it would sound corny but when he does it its spellbinding.

[@carolwilliams2439]

Did anyone else notice the all-star audience? Porter Wagner, Kris Kristopherson, Roy Clark, and I believe that Chet Atkins, Glen Campbell, Merle Haggard, and countless other country music icons were there that day and they took turns performing and appreciating the abundance of talent present.

[@jackbelk8527]

Bobby Bare right up front.

[@carolwilliams2439]

@@jackbelk8527 thanks for pointing out Bobby Bare. I remember 500 Miles Away From Home and Detroit City, but I’m going to check out his offer songs. Thank you

[@carolwilliams2439]

@@jackbelk8527 thanks for pointing out Bobby Bare. I remember 500 Miles Away From Home and Detroit City, but I’m going to check out his offer songs. Thank you

[@co_jones]

I first listened to Willie when I was 12- loved him ever since.

[@Mona.555]

I remember back in the early 60’s, my Mom, sisters and me were out doing Saturday errands. My Mom just had to go to the record store to get this album by a new country singer named Willie Nelson. We said “who”? When she handed me the album, I looked at this, to me, homely looking man, with a flat top haircut, on the cover. Good album. Can’t find a pic of it online. Mom always had the stereo playing. From Ray Price, Chet Atkins, Sinatra, Dean Martin, Skeeter Davis, Johnny Mathis, Elvis, Tony Bennett, Ella Fitzgerald, Theresa Brewer, Louie Prima & Keely Smith, Nat King Cole, Andy Williams, Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass, Mitch Miller, Marty Robbins…etc. I could go on, but won’t😉 I learned to love many genres of music, because of her. Thanks Mom! BTW, my pic is of the original walk up stand in the 50’s for Whataburger. That was our treat sometimes, for lunch(and dinner) on Saturday. Then off to the drive-in movie, that night. Great memories.

[@juliecrane9647]

Your mom lots like my dad. We lucky girls.

[@jocaroljames5755]

Phil I watch you frequently. I love that smile that comes across your face when you’re really pleased and amazed. Willie is the greatest of all time. Take care Phil and keep on keep’n on. Jcj