Carole King "One To One" featuring stupendous Eric Johnson guitar solo

Live recording September 1981. Vocals, guitar Mark Hallman, vocals, guitar Robert McEntee, Guitar Eric Johnson, Fender Rhodes, organ , grand piano Reese Wynans, Drums Steve Meador, Bass Charles Larkey, Percussion Christopher Dennis, sax, flute, vocals Richard Hardy. Stunning performance.

[@FlowtnWitWalden]

Typical humble Eric turns to walk away right after he's played his part... he didn't see the writer herself turn and clap at his performance. Oh, and King also an example of humility and true musicianship, recognizing the talent and showing a fellow musician her appreciation, even while it's her show. So many pop artists would be too self-absorbed.

[@TheShredfester]

Carole King is Lovely and Classy!! She looks back at Eric to witness his mastery, appreciating his voice in her ensemble.. She's so gracious and regal, nothing more beautiful than appreciation!! She's DOPE!! Eric Johnson, easily one of the greatest musicians alive.. Tone King!!

[@nagomizik9358]

Wow...After the solo that's the first thing that touched and striked me ...He simply walks away . Priceless moment!!!

[@jeffreyraymondarthur230]

Humble or not Eric is still a great guitarist. After some time we all learn to be wise or humble as you put it

[@lorenzosarli2310]

The rhythm guitarist's reaction and laugh at 2:56 when Eric busts out that tasty lick is just priceless!!

[@Marunius]

Wow, you can even hear him so clearly! I love watching live performances for this kind of stuff :D!!

[@stu73ke]

Yes, I was surprised to see that, a great moment, to me, he laughed out of sheer amazement.

[@porkbelly0713]

Just look at Eric's hair, tooooo funny

[@michaelgraham9774]

I forget the name of the mustache guitarist but if you watch the full concert he's got some pretty awesome licks too

[@paulvillarreal1588]

Yep. Came here to say the same. Magic music does that to me too. Haha

[@vernelfpv]

this is a proof that you don't need fast shreds to make a good solo. Eric Johnson is such a brilliant musician

[@BondiJames]

He's not exactly playing slow, especially at the very end of the song, but if we were to call it shredding it would indeed be a misnomer. I'd like to call it tasteful speed, or to borrow a phrase from Tuck Andress, "Reckless Precision" (which, by the way, is an amazing record).

[@aleaallee]

@@BondiJames I'd call it mature soloing. His tasteful solos fit into the context and have a meaning.

[@SGtem]

I heard some fast shreds tho .. clean but still shred-ish

[@dagwood8409]

You could tell Carole was a big fan of Eric's playing from the looks of joy she gives him during this performance.

[@jundossantos]

His sound is so instantly recognizable. Not a lot of guitarists can say that.

[@montysloungetv]

Hitting in with his harp harmonics from the shadows

[@gd32104]

I am listening to Eric's solo over and over again........

[@cagunter1956]

Me too, amazing!

[@jhetta22]

And the fact he was doing right hand pinch harmonics @ 1:48 back in 1981.....he was way ahead of his time

[@jaykoszacs3164]

Eric Johnson is an amazingly talented guitar player. He is the whole package, a master at both chords and scales. So great to see him playing a Les Paul too!

[@justglenng]

Jim Kosac have you ever seen the Eric Johnson video of him playing Cliffs of Dover on an SG?

[@currywinborn3129]

I saw him play in like 2005 right after his signature strat came out and he played a black Les Paul with white binding for the entire show. I think i was 10 or 11 and thought it was weird.

[@rafasounds2010]

He's having a one to one with the guitar

[@SLAYERSWINE1]

Comedic Gold

[@musicmotorskate7540]

I love how the whole band was excited to hear his solo, and Carole leans back to take in that lick at the end. You could tell they all knew he was something special. What a great moment.

[@billesposito2112]

My brother is a phenomenal guitar player who went to see Eric who he loves . He ended getting back stage to talk toa1 Eric for a while . Now every time he comes around to perform my brother goes to see him and Eric invites him backstage. I think we can all tell Eric is a class act. But yes my brother said he's one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet.

[@jasonkeith9317]

Eric doing his best Wes Montgomery impersonation.

[@hercules2743]

eric johnson… pure talent! Genius… what a perfect solo

[@simpleadditions]

I love how she interacts with the band like they are all equals and just hanging out, having a good time. There's none of the ego that is seen so often these days where the artist is "it" and everyone else is just an accessory.

[@johnbutz5631]

There are a lot of awesome guitarists but Eric Johnson is special. I know how Eric Gales felt (another great player) when they played a Jimi Hendrix song together and Eric Gales just stopped playing and was mesmorized by Johnson's playing. He may not be the showest or the very fastest but the tone he gets, the unique sound he gets, that Eric J. is so know for, it's so beautiful1 The guy sounds great on a piano, too.

[@multistylespecialist6611]

Eric is playing fast when he wants to, but that is not his main dish i think.

[@christinacaruth4894]

I am amazed by Eric Johnson works!! I never knew he played with Carol King

[@jordicassi]

There is nobody as Carole King. She is the one.

[@dzjc01]

As a huge fan of both Eric Johnson, and Carole King, I had no idea that this performance existed. What a treat this is! 9 years later, he would release one of the greatest albums ever by a guitar virtuoso.

[@paulvillarreal1588]

Right? How the sh*t has this performance existed all these years and I never heard about it. WOW. Ok, now to watch it again.

[@wholeworld399]

The entire set was blocked. .I've seen the entire concert /documentary.

[@jenh2103]

Oh I've loved Eric for decades! Recently getting into Carole and really appreciating her talent. Love seeing them in this vid together ❤

[@channelmixer]

Carol just loved Eric and for good reason, wonderful solo from a phenomenal guitarist.

[@angusorvid8840]

I used to see Carole King on TV all the time in the 70s. Frequent musical guest. A great talent. Eric does some amazing work on this song.

[@kleberveridianogoncalvesde6293]

Everything is beautiful !!! Eric Johnson!!!

[@JonahJojoTheMan]

The voice of Carole ... simply beautiful , wonderful , angelic ... something good

[@marknovell5888]

when the other guitar player is clapping before the tune ends; you know something happened. They all just turn and look at him after....GREAT stuff

[@thomasjj1976]

Still sounds like Eric Johnson- even on a Les Paul, on an early 80s TV show sound mix.

[@user-yb2ob1hv7s]

hermosa cancion la escuche por primea vez en 1980 tenia 20 años y hoy amis 62 años la sigo escuchando excelente musica

[@johndoe2883]

So jewish pretty 😍 am completely in love

[@elvinhayes4356]

God help me, I do love her so

[@anitavassar1]

I love Carole King & Eric Johnson. I always thought Carole King & Johnson are each brilliant. So I loved this Johnson.

[@graficandorealidades7561]

That's the only song I know from her, bc of the Eric solo, but I like her mannerism. She's very enthusiastic and passionate.

[@ellebhee5045]

Do you hear that? That quality sound in the vocals - no autotune!!!

[@jackjdolan]

Wow ! Two of my faves Carole King and Eric Johnson.

[@basura2001]

Pure music

[@jenniferevans4933]

never heard of carole king but my dad played eric Johnson all the time and searching him is how i found this

[@paganjay1085]

You should watch this entire show. It's on KZbin called Carol King One To One. I knew very little about her and it's a good starting point for that plus the performances are really good. Check it out if you get a chance 🙂

[@BGTuyau]

Great tune. Hearing it in 2024 for the fist time -and with superb performances from the principals.

[@drdrofub4544]

Good ole EJ burning it down no matter the venue/artist/song :)

[@crimsonrush]

The joy of talent.

[@wildswan66]

Priceless. A gem by the superb Carole King and Eric's solo gives me goosebumps!

[@lourdescabrera2544]

God Bless you carole

[@adilsontaubate4376]

This song is special in my live because go back old good times.

[@energyasylum997]

Eric Johnson is an absolute dynamo with that guitar!!

[@dorivalsancevini5581]

Maravilhosa Carole King...😍

[@dinovinciguerra7757]

STUPENDOUS PERFORMANCE -------A CLASSIC FOR YEARS TO COME

[@kurtlitchfield]

I cant believe I never knew about this until today!! So cool!! EJ and Carole King on the same stage! Would've loved to be there for this!!

[@maymyotha]

Beautiful in every way..watching true musicians playing music true to their heart and to their audiences. Thanks for sharing this video I never knew existed - and witness a collaboration of two of my all time favorite musicians.Thanks thanks thanks!!

[@buddhamisanthrope8021]

Myself brought me here lol Probably the best solo I've ever heard in my life.. So from the heart.. Just like the singeress

[@giu.c.5080]

Formidabile Eric Johnson!

[@alexa.shemtov7697]

Her smile had something fantastic. She was beautiful.

[@fasx56]

What a great entertainer with loads of talent, charm and beauty.

[@antonioclaudiocanto8655]

Amazing as ever as a song righter and as a singer. An original voice and interpretation even her style as a piano player. Antonio Claudio G. do Canto - São Paulo (SP) - Brasil

[@user-nt7ep8fe3v]

Isso sim que é música.

[@normarosalesdebenitez1008]

Esta melodía es una de mis favoritas. Carole King simple an true for ever!!

[@tm502010]

Eric is brilliant!

[@NEVAB4]

Eric just really played a beautiful finale and fade. wicked

[@lightsoundherelennic2414]

This musicality, style, rhythm, overall we too much underrated... I don't know what is going on in Hollywood but this should have millions of millions of views compared to a guy pressing one key on a keyboard and making millions..

[@AshRavens]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS SONG! I HAD A HUGE GRIN ON MY FACE LISTENING TO CAROLE AND THEN ERIC. WHAT BEAUTIES!!!

[@northcentral2009]

Absolutely fabulous - great guitar, very distinctive Carole King piano chops and he raspy voice. Perfect!

[@raminrouchi9938]

I had a counselor in rehab who was a big fan of Carole King. With some background info she knew that I played a little guitar and that I liked harder styles of music. We were talking in group and she mentioned Carole and I told her about this album and that One of my favorite guitarists played on it (the normal versions of these songs don't feature Eric). She was amazed that my tastes ranges this far....she was amazed that I even knew who Carole King was!...we were real cool after that.

[@joseluizluchinski3680]

essa musica me trás ótimas lembranças da minha adolescência....tempos felizes anos 80

[@ColKorn1965]

Many people are continually praising Eric (rightfully so) , but he played with some great musicians in their own right too.

[@Fabrix7]

Essa música me lembra muito as alegrias vividas em 1982.

[@analuciabetioli9665]

Eu amo esta música! A Carole King a canta com paixão e ao mesmo tempo com uma delicadeza incrível!💖

[@eirikrdberg1161]

This mid career album is a gem from King.

[@nathaliemaurice2422]

Eric looks so young ! he's a marvelous guitar player !

[@timteague6446]

Nathalie Maurice That's because he is young, this was 24 years ago.........

[@herrsitar]

+tim teague 34 years ago...

[@michaelgraham9774]

He was like 27 or 28 here.

[@jeremesalazar3134]

Oh Carole by your music I can see through you that you are a very beautiful happy soul and spirit.

[@WilliamLo]

Fantastic music. EJ's solo starts from around 2:47.

[@BearJonesSir]

Love her two-fisted-yet-gentle style on the keyboard

[@ferdireffen2179]

Eric johnson is way ahead of his era

[@rc3754]

Wow. Every GP should see this.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@josephhaas7413]

I really love how even then, EJ could imitate a steel guitar on the electric guitar

[@andym28]

Two guys named Eric who should never have stopped playing their Gibsons regardless of the mess that company is in now.

[@catboyzee]

Dang, this video is so...1980s. Not hating, its just wild to see and hear this in 2018. Seeing Eric Johnson playing an LP super clean is trippy enough...

[@julioacosta1700]

Excellent simply fantastiic very good singer

[@jjc0b0]

This lovely song reminds me my childhood. :)

[@dinovinciguerra7757]

TERRIFIC COMBO - ERIC AND CAROLE ------- A CLASSIC FOR THE AGES

[@noveltycrusade]

Eric Johnson is so good 💯💯

[@tomfilipiak690]

Eric Johnson, fantastic.

[@philipwalker5405]

Carole is looking so fine 🙂

[@grosop100]

just beautifull

[@petromusic23]

Hell yeah! Love Eric! 👍

[@vitordragon]

I absolutely love this song! 1982 and so many, many memories... Thanks for posting. Greetings from São Paulo, Brazil.

[@duckdong1702]

what a ya know real music.

[@julioacosta1700]

Excellent wonderful singer really like your music

[@SLAYERSWINE1]

Reese Wynans on piano as well. For those who don't know who he is, he played with Stevie Ray Vaughan in Double Trouble.

[@rareform6747]

Goose Bumps ....1981

[@glueforall]

@ericgelders you know what i like..is that it appears that after erics solo toward the end, the other guitarist..and then carole (turning around from the piano and looking at eric from the piano) applaud eric, and his solo...and eric kind of shyly steps back away from the spotlight...cool, humble gestures you dont see every day

[@ksharpe10]

His Wes Montgomery style soloing. Watch him in backround doing the koto technique behind the Rhythm player. He rips up on at least one other song on this Album/video show. This was about 1979 or 80.

[@KARENK72886]

please, I mean no offense, but one to one, this is the best of him, and his beautiful fab haircut... love this, thanks!

[@EdWaldrup]

Glad you enjoyed it. We music lovers are a lucky group.

[@JR2CLASSICSDISCO]

Splendid, magnificent, sharp video makes me think that recent release was YESTERDAY Thank you very much for exhibicionist This incredible Congratulations

[@cristinaescudero3008]

My favorite song forever.

[@steve7onfire]

Didn’t know Eric played with Carol King. Awesome discovery! Cheers 👍

[@iasciateognisperanza3267]

I love the small error (you/me) she makes. This is what I scream/live for when I see an artist, its becomes natural, pure voice, art at work, live! Sadly I dont see a new generation of artists , those who are blessed with beautiful voices and are able to play many instruments themselves. I think Adelle is the closest singer to match this type of artistry.

[@BondiJames]

Oh, they exist. But in pitifully small numbers and they're certainly not at the pinnacle of fame either, most of them. So in a sense, you're absolutely right. They don't make 'em like they used to.

[@josephhaas7413]

It was a very Wes Montgomery kind of solo he played! I also love to see him playing as this young of a guy!

[@patlesage1256]

Eric Johnson one more time is awsome....

[@pablotorres7436]

Me confundí de guitarrista hace poco, por qué, uno ya tiene sus años y la memoria ya tiene el Hard drive lleno de información.... Eric Johnson wow! Esto Se vio por tv supongo 1980 o por ahí y a Carole desde pequeño la tenía en mente por los clásicos It's Too Late, I Feel The Earth Move, You've Got A Fríend. Tendría unos 11 años en ese momento y era como un regreso de Carole después de un tiempo fuera. Al final el solo de guitarra de Eric, a esa edad tenía una vaga idea de Wes Montgomery y sus octavas y ese solo de Eric tan melódico, me di cuenta que era jazzy, sin comprender tanto... ni idea del guitarrista. En los 90' descubro a Eric Johnson con Blues, Metal y guitarra de Fusión, con un estilo altamente personalizado y ahí me entero de que Eric en sus inicios profesionales estuvo con la gran Carole y en este video... este solo califica entre los más lindos en guitarra eléctrica que he escuchado... Carole King además de escribir y cantar canciones tan memorables como esta, es una pianista increíble!!

[@MysticPotato68]

Awesome ej solo. It seemed they were cheering him at the end of the song instead of Carole

[@stu73ke]

Think you are right. Some nice harmonics at around 1:40

[@MarttiSuomivuori]

I had forgotten about her totally. This was forty years ago.

[@ISABVELSKJ133]

awesome

[@thomasguitarman9025]

And he was what 12 years old at the time looks like it

[@marfor58]

good bless to you tube i was looking for this song for the las 28 years, today found it