"Buried in Gear" A Day at Nerdville with Joe Bonamassa

[@chicagomusicexchange]

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[@IgorVasquesBarata]

Queria só um blues jr desse 😭😅

[@jerrymckenzie1858]

This was great. Just a bunch of guitar nerds geeking out at some of the rarest guitars in the world. Real and unfltered.

[@MrUltraworld]

Is this a guest cottage on a compound? It's too filled with gear to allow Joe to live there. Great video, thanks for sharing it.

[@jamesfriedberg5541]

I’m 😮

[@vladpav]

omfg you are using Led Zeppelin music.. you guys must be rich...

[@mikeholmed7029]

It always amazes me that Joe can recall the seller, the stories and the yr/month the guitar was produced. Damn, Joe is a encyclopedia of killer cool vintage guitars!

[@Rhythmicons]

they probably prep before they roll tape.

[@nimitz1739]

@@RhythmiconsThat’s just from his memory. Musicians have good memory. You kind of have to to ply music good.

[@Rhythmicons]

In a "television" production usually those details are looked at and everything is planned out to a degree before the camera rolls. I'm sure that as many amps that are in his collection he can't keep track of the provenance of every single one, especially while touring, etc. @@nimitz1739

[@mukundr1204]

thats the passion mate.

[@davidallen346]

Joe is great. Ok got it 👍 😊

[@whyitmatterstome]

Joe clearly loves showing his collection to enthusiast. This is his drug of choice.

[@alejandroangeles8587]

Let's be real. If there's a human being that deserves this is Joe. I saw him for the first time in 2009. With the yellow glasses. The Gibson signature goldtop Les Paul with black parts. Then I listen to his first concert in the Royal Albert Hall, playing with Clapton. He is one of the best guitar players in the world and he earned every penny to buy this since he was a child. So, for the haters... It's just ENVY.

[@michaelr.4878]

​@@1LouderSoundI can't believe you are comparing John Mayer to Joe Bonamassa. Mayer became a pop star. I highly doubt that Bonamassa has any interest in becoming a pop star or doing the celebrity thing. People like Joe because he is normal and they can relate to him. When John Mayer is going to Puff Daddy's freak-off parties, Joe is home playing with his toys or checking out a show.

[@1LouderSound]

@@drsrsv8884 I gave props to other artists. John Mayer specifically. Obviously, you have selective reading comprehension like most people on the internet. English must be hard for your small brain to process. I’m a Film/TV post audio engineer with over 100 Film/TV credits, and work at some of the most legendary studios. Prior to that I spent 12 yrs as a touring musician and guitar/bass tech for major label bands, and prior to that I worked in Theatre/Live sound for several years. I’ve been working in the entertainment industry in some form for 28 yrs…right out of high school. I’ve never worked some shit job in fast food or retail. But nice try. 🖕🏽😂🖕🏽

[@non_brewed_condiment]

@@drsrsv8884 aren't you spending your time hating on someone you disagreed with instead of improving yourself?

[@ourlifeinwyoming4654]

"Want me to just pull some random shit out and see what your reactions are?" Love it!

[@terryeaster1]

I love how respectful guy in the black T shirt is. Asks if he can pick up the guitar after Joe says pick it up. Holds it by the rear strap button and the neck with his left hand always wrapped around the neck. I respect that, a lot.

[@MrMd5555]

Yeah those other guys made me cringe a few times.. that one guy actually tried to play the one p90 with original "hifi" strings

[@terryeaster1]

@@MrMd5555 same. It was making my heart sink and it wasn't even my guitar

[@dennisneo1608]

Well, respect is always a good thing; but we're not talking about Jesus here. It's a guy who plays a guitar, not raises the dead.

[@haroldculhane4110]

As a 56 year old guitar geek that doesn't own any expensive guitars anymore this was incredible to watch. Thanks Joe

[@rayfabris2512]

I just got my first Gibson les Paul at 57 as a retirement gift to myself so it's ok to have 1 anyway have a good day tomorrow it's a little after midnight where I'm posting from

[@missingremote4388]

Same age here. Just started taking guitar lessons. Have 8 guitars and 2 pedals 1 Amp but, already ½deaf

[@rayfabris2512]

@@missingremote4388 Rock On my friend

[@MainPrism]

​@@rayfabris2512 I'm not a Les Paul or a Gibson guy for that matter... However, I respect ghe hustle sir! If it makes you happy and you enjoy it then that's all that matters. My plan for my retirement guitar is a PRS Private Stock of some sort. I've still got another 28 years to save up and figure it out though! 😂😂 Enjoy the guitar brother, keep rockin!!! 🤘

[@rayfabris2512]

@@MainPrism it does, but that prs are cool so keep Rockin bro

[@hutchklutch2594]

Joe wearing a Marty Schwartz hat just shows you the power of the internet and shows that YOU can make it! Awesome

[@michaeldamore8979]

I had to come to the comments because I was like "There's no way that's a Marty Schwartz hat." lol

[@ethanhitchcock5431]

Yeah I thought it was an R.Crumb hat at first...

[@wattytipene1333]

Marty has 4 million subscribers. I love Joe's sense of brotherhood

[@_DEADED]

Joe remembers every story from his collection. Grateful for such a special person preserving all top tier instruments. Hopefully he builds a pyramid of all the gear he has

[@gregperkins7723]

Joe Bonamassa is the best friend any of us guitar geeks ever had! He's like having your own personal super star as a buddy!~

[@leesanna7835]

Coffee Table Book, Joe

[@413TomaccoRoad]

About guitars as coffee tables?

[@doc_matter]

Burst believers is a coffee table book featuring him!

[@thetimturnerband]

I’ve been saying that !! Must have the stories behind the buy and guitar though !! That’s interesting as heck !!

[@ethanhitchcock5431]

YES !!

[@budgetguitarist]

I'd buy it in a heartbeat.

[@SeeMick1]

Joe doesn't usually talk prices. I feel like this is one of his most forthcoming videos about his collection.

[@libertineme]

How does Joe have this much money? Does he buy and sell successfully all the time to finance the regular purchase of $30k-$60k guitars? Or does he just make a lot more money than I thought from working his ass off on the road every year? How does he ensure the security of all of this gear?…he has to feel a little uncomfortable knowing that his places would be a high value target for thieves…

[@SeeMick1]

He's fully independent and his team books all the venues instead of working through a promoter. A lot more work than going the label/promotor/Live Nation route, but you keep all the proceeds of your work. Obviously that doesn't work for every artist, but for someone like Joe who knows he can sell tickets, he can make it work. @@libertineme

[@matthewrotherham1]

@@libertinemeREALLY good contract, his own production company, he sells (sorry joe) too much merch. He sells some of his stuff but doesn't do it to flip. As for security he has at least one of his security team that are ex secret service (or similar, im sure he said in an old video) I am sure that will help w the insurance as well as the piece of mind! I am guessing he will also have security at his houses on the coasts/lock ups when not there because their sallery is prolly less than what the insurance premiums would be if they weren't there (if that makes sense)

[@libertineme]

@@matthewrotherham1 Awesome, substantive reply. Thank you!

[@ezerlab1]

@@matthewrotherham1 His merch division simply gone nuts. They produced ANYTHING with JB name on it and the newsletter went violently crazy. Sometimes 1 or 2 newsletter per day via email about "news' merch tour info or just another "new video"

[@SkunkBearTK]

I enjoyed Joe at his most candid I've seen him

[@lptomtom]

The bit about Norm around 45:00 was great, Joe's so relaxed and talkative here! Great video

[@energytide]

My thoughts exactly, so cool to share history

[@realgoodmind]

Glad that the larger crew got to go and see this. Joe is a great ambassador and generous with his time and guitars.

[@broadwayking]

I have been following joe since 2013 When I WAS 5! I would always put on a little joe show at my home for my parents. I have seen Joe Live 5 times. and I think I am going to see him in Pennsylvania again this year in the summer!

[@snoopywalker1881]

You gotta love Joe B. Greatest vintage collector of all time. GAS we all have but, Joe excels at it.

[@ColinDaviesGTR]

how could anyone hate Joe? This man is doing everything for the guitar community.

[@paternuin]

Except good songs. The most important thing to engage people

[@rebbeachfan]

​@InjectBleach-em9tg why stop there? Go all the way for the rusty trombone!

[@flyingburritobro68]

@@paternuinListen to his work on Black Country Communion which is stellar. New BCC album out next month!

[@alexcorona]

I don’t think anyone hates him, they’re just envious that he has all the gear AND the talent….

[@imaseeker100]

@@paternuin Good point, Songwriting is a gift.

[@basiltiffani8850]

Love seeing how much Joe loves telling the stories behind these guitars.

[@williamabbey9627]

The best 55 minutes I have spent in a long, long, long time. Thank you so much, Joe. Truly enjoyed the video….

[@CountryBoyShane]

Really fun video to watch. I have 100% respect for Joe. He hasn't been given anything and had to pay his dues to be where he's at. For many who play guitar and eventually felt the pressure to go to college for a "real job", he embodies the childhood guitar dream!

[@johndoppleguard]

Damn Joe that is the absolute finest guitar collection I've ever seen . Nice job brother. Your like a proud parent showing your well mannered children.😮😮😮😊

[@jacquelinemeier-boucher8192]

Joe..i am so impressed. Watching your facial expression SHARING the histories and STORIES of each guitar. It is touching. You can feel the love and the joy it brings you. I say its time for BONAMASSA MUSEUM!!!

[@jonlennon3348]

Joe seems so humble,he knows what he wants and gets exactly what he wants.

[@dougford5691]

Another Grand Slam from one of the greatest guitar players and collectors. AWESOME!!

[@MyWordPressGuy]

I can't think of an overall finer collection...woah. Thanks for the glimpse, Joe! 🤤

[@timbrundage3745]

That was the most incredible tour of guitars and stories. Thanks for sharing, Joe!

[@FromtheSoultotheFretboard]

I couldn't be happier for this video!! Plus, the fact that it's almost an hour long is icing on the cake. Joe's encyclopedic wisdom and experience with guitars and gear is amazing. Would love to have the chance to walk thru his collection!!

[@Tomtoms-tomtoms]

Oh my God!… this is unbelievable.. seriously.. I’m rarely speechless, but… wow 🙏☘️☘️☘️

[@ethanhitchcock5431]

When Joe opened the case to the Tuxedo ES-355 I froze !...Good god almighty what a precious guitar ! ...I love Joe's collector spirit ! Thank You !

[@ethanhitchcock5431]

@@slimlinebond I've got a Cherry ES-335 , I'de love to get a BLACK one as well...OOF ! Thanks for the inform .

[@miistika13]

The way Joe recalls Jay Jay French’s LP serial number…. Astounding knowledge and passion for his craft and the tools of his trade.

[@SuperStrik9]

That blew my mind. I can barely remember the first 3 serial letters/numbers on my 79 Strat and I've had it since the late 90s😂

[@cannadaincowboy]

Wow, what a treat for any guitar player to see Joe's collection. I'd be stroking out. Thanks, Joe for letting these historical pieces of art be shared with others.

[@chicagomusicexchange]

🤘🤘

[@stevenbryan7586]

I never quite got Joe and the whole collector thing, but seeing him get visibly emotional going over the Howard Reed strat, I think I understand now.

[@leezo2123]

A privilege to see some of his collection thanks.

[@keithsgarage5831]

Holy crap, incredible, vintage gear. My gawd. Blowing our minds here. Love the array of tweed Fenders amps! Thank you for the tour.

[@obsidian7644]

I can think of noone better to have a collection like this. He shares it with us all and I'm here for it all.

[@lellegrolle9495]

I like this video very mutsch, so incredible knowledge he has. I like this video very mutsch and Joe bonamassa is one of my idols, he can play blues very good.🤗

[@michaelr.4878]

Fascinating video. I don't think that there has been an interview or video before where Joe talks so openly about prices. Not only the market prices, but the prices that he actually paid. Fascinating stuff. Regardless if you like his music, you have to acknowledge that the dude is a global treasure. The passion he has for the instrument is amazing and contagious. Anyone who helps to spread the joy of good music and good instruments is good in my books.

[@guitareveryone]

Thanks for sharing some of your collection with us Joe. I love seeing these historical instruments preserved so well.

[@gothgrl9635]

Joe needs to make a book about this collection!

[@bstewartexecutivecarcare3797]

Joe is a living encyclopedia about guitars. And to remember when and where he bought them truly amazing. I have a hard time remembering what I had for breakfast 😂 👍✌️☮️

[@1101964]

Dude is a legend. What a Collection. What an achievement.

[@jojojojojojojojojojojojob]

people keep hating on joe for no reason but he is literally living the dream.. rocking the blues everywhere and buying expensive gear here and there.. its wild..

[@jodymills3138]

Holy of holy collection Joe ! Thanks for showing them all, quite a treasure.

[@benclive4068]

Thanks for letting us tag along. That was a delight

[@TheBenwaugh69]

Don Randall was Leo’s marketing manager and business partner it was Don that was responsible for the instruments names . He was the one that came up with the broadcaster name that was later changed to telecaster . He also named the Strat and a few others . I was lucky enough to meet Don in the later 1990’s and he told me the story .. his long time accountant is still alive and worked for him for many years up until his passing. Same Don Randall is responsible for Randall Amplifiers.:) hope you all stay blessed .

[@allstopblue5717]

Wow. Thanks for the information. I didn’t know any of that. Good stuff

[@mikearabia4030]

What a collection! AND Joe is a great guy. I'm listening to his recent concert in England right now. He is fabulous and so his his all star band. Great Blues Concert. British Blues Explosion.

[@thesameeffect]

I’m telling you right now…this right here is a huge reason why Joe does what he does and any collector. It’s not Bragging, it’s sharing the knowledge and letting people see something they’d never invest in themselves. I could imagine Joe had more fun and joy doing this than they did. I love this guy! Best hoarder and collector ever man lol. Cheers

[@leonkeating1015]

Love these videos. Best part is how he can remember where he bought em..

[@ej1_drew]

the stories behind every guitar though!!! thank you Joe & CME 😊

[@chicagomusicexchange]

Our pleasure! Thank you! 🙏

[@fernandodiaz6608]

Love how this felt more of a hang with friends, versus a standard interview. Great video guys!

[@zookiebudeck3428]

This is pure Joe „Music Guitar Love“ - unfiltered as he is ❤ 🎸 Joy to watch. Thanks from Germany. But that Marty cap made me scream 😂

[@griggsb1]

Heavily bloated indulgence.I LOVE IT! I just looked at it, and it blew my eyeballs' 😮❤taste buds away!

[@Superjet113]

Joe - "You'll see them in sun burst, you'll see them in Cherry, and you'll like see them in like...shit brown" LOL, love Joe's honesty and no better person to have these treasures. Thanks for the video Chicago!

[@user-et2fj8xm5l]

The breadth of Joes knowledge is mind blowing

[@heavyrelic8506]

I doubt if there’s anyone in the world with a collection like that… Love it

[@rlm4471]

There are collectors with a lot more money than Joe, and there are collectors who got into it back when 50s Fenders and Gibsons were cheap. You'll probably never see their collections, though.

[@duanewelsh5611]

Can listen to Joe talk about or play guitars all day. Thanks for sharing your gems, stories and knowledge with us!

[@SlowCarFix]

Love Joe's hat!

[@terryeaster1]

This is one of those videos I'm gonna watch once a month for a while. Thanks to everybody involved and especially you Joe. Thanks a million!!

[@matthewf1979]

I love the end! Joe really is a fantastic custodian of these fine guitars and amps!

[@smoothguitarforever]

Finally another nerdville video I've seen all the previous ones like 20 times

[@MatthewRMacKinnon]

Fantastic video, absolutely loved this! Hopefully there will be more collection videos coming soon! These are so much fun to watch, and always so informative. Love all you guys, and also appreciate staying out of Joe’s way and letting him babble. He’s got a lot of cool stories

[@mlrrock1]

The most knowledgeable vintage guitar dude in the world. Got to love the passion and his complete obsession .😂

[@timothygreen2109]

Fantastic!!! Thanks Joe for letting us see into your collection.. Rock On Joe!!!

[@zeroman614]

I was at the Chicago show 2017 Joe was sweating it out like I’d never seen, true champ.

[@wojciech_migda]

I just hope Mr. Bonamassa has an incredible fire protection around his house, because there is so much beautiful craftsmanship in this house in form of musical instruments, amps etc. that it needs solid protection....no to mention that it is probably worth many many millions of $......

[@rlm4471]

Yeah, I don't know how much of this stuff just sits out in the open like this. Seems pretty risky to me.

[@dcooper830]

I think Joe is providing a valuable service by consolidating and curating this gear. Its in good hands, will maintain value, and eventually passed on to future curators/collectors.

[@terrybyrne3890]

I love Joe!!! He is soooo proud of his babies!!!

[@GUIDESPERSPECTIVE]

When the contents of your home cost more than your home. Thanks for sharing this amazing museum with us.

[@unclerudy9797]

Great Stuff ! He really does have a great recollection of where all these pieces came from and their stories... The best Vintage Guitar and Amplifier Custodian on the Planet ! Thanks Joe and CME !

[@Kisetyi]

Dein Leben so ist Joe...wir bedanken..das du..es alles repräsentierst ..und mit der allen...für uns...schönes Musik gibst...danke schön 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@WhyAlwaysMeMario]

AMAZING VIDEO GUYS!!! AND BIG SHOUT OUT TO JOE FOR BEING SOOO GENEROUS WITH HIS TIME AND COLLECTION!

[@Adipsia1]

One of the most engrossing 55 minutes of my life. The look and smell of those vintage guitars and cases that I frivolously flipped ten years ago makes me weep... but I remember them.

[@PanamaJack666]

This has to be one of the best videos on You Tube! Great work CME!

[@MrJommins]

I am so blown away by this video. I don’t even know where to begin. I’m speechless. And if you happen know me, that’s a very rare thing indeed.

[@debbiepickel73]

His collection is unbelievable! And to remember the details of every guitar, which house it’s in, what room it’s in, is total amazing. I can’t imagine the insurance he has to carry on a collection of this magnitude. I hope one day to see a display in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

[@michaelluca6004]

Hey Joe(Where you going with that gun in your hand?) I know, that's cheesy.....Thank you for all you do by keeping the history of the guitar known to the public. I don't know if you remember me, but I saw you in Atlanta many years ago and I came on your bus and we talked about NASA for quite a while. I think I gave you a shuttle tile and some other things. I was in NASA Rescue during the Shuttle Launches. I have been a fan since you were an embryo. You truly are the ambassador of the blues. Love ya Joe...GOD bless you...

[@j.jester7821]

The depth of Joe's obsession keeps going deeper and deeper and deeper. its a museum.

[@MainPrism]

A couple museums as there are 2 Nerdville locations. 😂😂

[@216trixie]

Yes, That's what we thought

[@chrisruef9221]

Love the Marty Schwartz lid, too

[@ericwarrington6650]

Just amazing..when is the nerdville hardcover book of the collection coming out? How about 3? One on guitars one on amps one on all the memorabilia 😊

[@mitchellcutler2888]

I enjoy listening to your channel Joe a great deal. I started playing guitar in 2020 and discovered you shortly thereafter. You're an inspiration.

[@glennnortonjr2455]

How in the hell do you go to this place?And not have a heart attack and you have to sit down and have a drink of water? As guitar collector I would have to sit down and take a minute. And then keep going and going and going. Fall in love with joe All over again

[@holmes1978]

This is absolutely beyond Excellence WOW Joe is priceless I will say it right here “ The One And Only “ !!!

[@Gearhound62]

Have many memories and stories from McCord music in downtown Dallas in the 60's and 70's.. Spent many days hanging there.

We can always dream... Thanks for letting us into your home Joe.

[@stanesposito2664]

Loved seeing these amazing instruments and the cool stories. 👍👍

[@brechtloyens3892]

Wow! This video is a gift to all vintage guitar lovers! Thanks for making this happen

[@chicagomusicexchange]

Much appreciated! Thanks for watching! 🤘

[@ingridnetherlands]

Soaring through a dream! Thank you so much for this impressive video!🥇 If I could just sit on the orange couch for 1 minute!🎊🎶🎊 🧡🎶🍀🌷🎶🧡

[@kylejantzen2]

I love that he genuinely loves his gear and this is how he chooses to spend his money. Say what you will but I would love a tour with him as a tour guide!!!!

[@thehappysack2362]

This is the best Nerdville video yet! Please keep this format! I feel like I’m a guest in Joe’s house!

[@ottolohr]

What an excellent video; it was like hanging out with fellow guitar nerds that you are your friends and seeing your friends gear. Sure you might be jealous of friend having the gear; but it quickly fades away as you see he shares the same passion and allows you access to it.

[@arlo12345678910]

Joe Bonnamassa is my all time favorite artist. There is no ONE thing that affordes him that honor but it is a whole slew of things that causes me to rank him at the top. Not in the least the fact that he let the guys "Bury him in gear" . I think he's one of the most "down to earth" guys in the industry. Keep up the good work Joe you are one hell of guy!

[@HektorBandimar]

I really enjoyed this video, wow! what a collection of guitars and gear, absolutely fantastic, more please Joe.

[@billyc6678]

I swear, it looks like a museum. I love it😍😍😍😍😍

[@hkguitar1984]

Amazing, Thank You Joe and Thank You CME.

[@chicagomusicexchange]

Thanks for watching!! 🤘🤘

[@hkguitar1984]

@@chicagomusicexchange 👍😉

[@MPNNag]

Great Video, what a collection of dreams!

[@MainPrism]

Joe is just such a cool dude. I'd love to go to any of the Nerdville locations and just look at everything and hear the stories.

[@daviswall3319]

Love the ending! Joe is such a righteous dude!

[@stuartliggitt8401]

Best video Bonamassa has ever put out... period

[@soofitnsexy]

HE DIDNT ...ITS CME!

[@dr.buzzvonjellar8862]

I appreciate everything you do Joe! Your work and playing are tops!

[@scoutgirl7739]

If you ever need an heir I have children and grand children.😅 We're big fans (like countless orhers) my 6 year old grandson says hes gonna play like Joe. The 16 year old grandson is good and still trying to be exceptional like you. I gave them a mini strat and a 2nd year mid 80's MIM strat. Thank you for an evening of fun. We love your channel and videos. Thanks for being an inspiration to me (citizen joe) and my off spring. You're a blessing to us❤...😂