Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed Live!

[@chopperdeath]

Jerry Reed was one of the coolest guys who ever lived.

[@kevindebord1665]

...and funny too!

[@gregamerson9172]

@@kevindebord1665 Jerry Reed was a consummate entertainer I'm talking world class all round good man may he RIP 😎😎

[@phillipperkins4366]

Yes Amen

[@1ronhall]

Thank you for that ..... I agree!!

[@brianmurray114]

Damn right!

[@rikelswit1263]

Every time I see one of these I realize that I take Chet Atkins too much for granted. He's just been around for longer than ever. I'm 80, and he was great when I was born. I mean, he broke into commercial country music when it was being invented, playing lead for the Carter Family, invented country rock with the Everly Brothers, and was Jerry Reed's inspiration. Mine, too. And Jerry? He picked up the torch and ran with it so far that most of us are still trying to catch up. These guys were IT.

[@aaronwestmusic7171]

That beginning song is one of the smoothest guitar jams I have EVER heard. Holy smokes. That's too good, man.

[@Gpzimmer-wz3bn]

That first tune is "Sneakin' Around".

[@aaronwestmusic7171]

@@Gpzimmer-wz3bn Thank you!! I was wondering what it was forever!

[@lawrencegenereux8567]

Chet was always the consumate professional guitarist. He perfected everything he played with hours of "woodshedding" before he ever played it live. Jerry was a free-spirit natural. What he played was instantly inspired and off-the-cuff, although it NEVER sounded that way. Chet and Jerry were long time friends and picking buddies. By Chets own words, Chet worked up a very involved arrangement of a song (the name of which I have long forgotten). After perfecting it, he invited Jerry over to show it off. As you'd expect, Chet played it flawlessly. After hearing it played ONCE, Jerry said "Chet, I believe I'd do it like this", at which point Jerry played an even more involved and elaborate version of Chet's song. Chet was proud to tell that story about Jerry. These men were guitar gods, with the ultimate respect and admiration for each other's playing. When they played together, you could FEEL the love they had for each other. No jealousy or superiority; just two of the best ever sitting down and pickin' some damn fine music together.

[@emmalikesflowers]

Lawrence Genereux thank you. Their bond definitely comes through in the music. It’s a beautiful thing to witness.

[@WilliamBrownNYC]

Thanks for sharing. Great story.

[@HeadcaseRuss]

Jerry is likely the most under rated picker of all time. Jeezlus the feel and the chops!

[@PRR5406]

Succinctly put. Absolutely true.

[@pg1171]

Very well said! They were the consummate guitar players, and respected each other's ability's. So much so that they would ask the other for advice on a song, and go with it. Add in Mark Knopfler, and there would be an absolutely unbeatable trio! No one could touch them! No one could touch these two!

[@patriciajrs46]

Chet was considered almost a gold standard in guitar players. I think it's great that Jerry Reed and Roy Clark enjoyed playing guitar with him. They were both so good. As was Chet. Thanks for the uploads.

[@jimmyjennings4089]

Two of the greatest guitarist to ever strap on a guitar undesputed.

[@johnjarou2357]

actually, maybe the best.

[@alwallace4538]

People forget how great these cats were. They could play anything. The sad thing is three of the best guitarists ever Jerry Reed, Glenn Campbell, and Roy Clarke are thought of as "entertainers"

[@ginopini8503]

Glen is part of the Wrecking Crew those guys played on more records than anyone even knows

[@alwallace4538]

@@ginopini8503 dude people forget that not only did he play guitar on Pet Sounds he was the Beach Boys touring bassist for a number of years.

[@margiesplace259]

probably because they weren't a part of the club. Good thing but we know they were some of the best guitarist around.

[@Connor22231]

@bigfarmer23 yes

[@BHAKTIBROPHY]

Not where I grew up. My mom and dad LOVED Chet and Jerry. I grew up listening to them, and Gene Krupa. Started playing drums at age 5 & guitar at age 7 in the mid 1970s. Don't forget Merle Travis, btw. Buster B. Jones took all three of Merle, Chet, & Jerry's playing and created his own homage picking to them, and taught it to child prodigy Brooks Robertson (he has a ton of videos on KZbin. He's not only a great player, ego free, etc, but a fantastic teacher). Buster and Tommy Emmanuel passed on the torch to Brooks. Check him out. (I didn't mention Roy, even tho he was my favorite as a 4-5 year old, because he played mostly with flat pick. I'm talking about Travis and Boom*chick style picking.)

[@gilbertolinger3874]

I can't understand ANYONE who would give this a thumbs DOWN 😅!! Absolutely somebody with NO SENSE or RECOGNITION of TRULY OUTSTANDING TALENT!!

[@robertpetty2773]

Just the best ❤

[@marksmith5666]

I haven't seen a thumbs down????

[@ronniealexander8967]

When you can play a fret less 6 string, that’s a feat in it’s own rite. Chet was so amazing. I literally taught so many pick’in celebrities with his ideas.

[@crudeliocastillejoscrudo8255]

Chet's face of pleasure playing with Jerry is undeniable.

[@fiddlix]

Chet and Jerry together……Pure Magic.

[@dainelawson1852]

You know what heaven is, Chet Atkins, Jerry Reed, and Roy Clark on the front porch picking at sunset.......

[@gregadams6055]

You left out Glen Campbell

[@dannyskeeters9385]

There are no words of how phenomenal these men were on gutars

[@fernmann7]

All time all timers. To me, JR is top 5 all time

[@jamesmitchell7193]

Mat Jerry Reed once. Just a normal person not impressed with his ability, gave the Glory to God for his success. Many yrs ago when he was in military. Amazing friendly gifted person.

[@mamacitadelosperros533]

Anyone who made a thumbs down does not deserve to hear these two geniuses!

[@deepwater2652]

Two of the best dadgum guitar pickers ever!

[@dantwomey4215]

That's no joke. Jerry is my new guitar hero and I'm from Boston. His playing is absolutely mad! Ha

[@QuantumMechanic_88]

Two super talented dudes who now play together in Guitar Heaven. Thank You Doug Jones !

[@andrew_owens7680]

Chet Atkins is a legend among legends. A friend of mine was lucky enough to interview him and asked him if he had any memorable studio gigs to talk about. Atkins replied: "Elvis Presley's Heartbreak Hotel." Well, if he didn't do anything else! He made everyone he played with sound better, and that's the highest praise.

[@Mark_Manic]

I've been playing 13 years and I am in awe of the melodies they can just lay down and accompany themselves.

[@bigmuddog4023]

I'm glad I grew up in the 70s just listened to Jerry and Chet. Probably Chet and Jerry was the best pickers ever.

[@kellysmith3628]

This is a treat for any musician,Chet, Jerry nothing better.

[@alanowens3]

Jerry Reed, one of the best guitar players that nobody knew about

[@jamesnoneya2113]

no doubt about it he was one of the greats no one really new about

[@michaelhopper5816]

For those of you that didnt know jerry reed ...... were was you . Singer song writer film star.

[@jeremycline9542]

I was one of 'em...an 80's kid in Connecticut who thought Jerry was just an actor who sang funny songs.

[@stephensmith1034]

And don’t forget about Billy Strange, God rest his soul too.

[@alansturgess1324]

@@stephensmith1034 Absolutely. It was finding his '12 string guitar' LP in 1963 which caused me to develop a lifelong love of 12s. I've eventually ended up with a lovely Taylor 12 after a whole catalogue of previous 12s. Towards the end of his life I was fortunate enough to be able to communicate with him and Jeannie Black via his forum. A great guitarist who recorded some classic 12-string instrumental LPs -- not to mention his career as an arranger and conductor or his work with the Wrecking Crew and Glen Campbell.

[@jimdesiderati7126]

I am soo very lucky that my youth was filled with "Live" performances like this stuff. Even if it was only on the TV, you just can't get any better than this!

[@BladeRunner-td8be]

I always loved Jerry Reed's stage presence. He never doubted how good the music was, the personification of pure confidence. Cheers

[@LOBOIV]

Amazing guitar players and entertainers. They make such intricate playing look like pouring water out of a glass. Timing, texture, touch, feel, and not one missed note.

[@harlantanner3490]

Classic

[@dedewatlington7080]

This is a lullaby, I never realized that! I loved your descriptive phrase, “pouring water out of a glass”, lovely.

[@lesmumford8426]

good lord, i could listen to these guys for hours and hours

[@jeremygibson4531]

I like how Jerry is just always happy to hear the guitar make pleasing sounds. He enjoys what he hears and doesn’t limit himself to one genre, just whatever floats his boat

[@mus1970]

I have nothing to add to the comments regarding the phenomenal playing, I just want to thank you for posting this and making these performances unforgettable via YT!

[@dougjones243]

Thank you John. I originally recorded these performances on Vhs tape and years later transferred them to DVD. Somehow the dvd recorder actually improved the quality. Glad you've enjoyed them!

[@rickwaldron4255]

Thank you John we know we both love this

[@rickwaldron4255]

@@dougjones243 what these guys play is not in any music book I believe music books only take you so far

[@Martiniization]

There are some amazing guitarists around the globe, and Chet recognizes them openly and warmly. But, for all these amazing guitarists, Chet is the one who they unanimously worship, and most rightly so.

[@jasondorsey7110]

Those old school players like Chet and his buddy Les Paul knew how to bring the best out of other players, not just compete with them

[@gregorytoddsmith9744]

Jerry and Chet. Both of them were holding back to compliment the tune and each other. Both could put serious fire to the instrument.

[@SGTJDerek]

I don't think they were holding back. Don't think I have ever seen them "shred" as we know it today. Their way of shredding was a lot more technical. Check out Fil from Wings of Pegasus' breakdown vids. It will give you even more appreciation for what they do with a guitar

[@dennisst.pierre210]

Grew up in 50,s and 60,s listening to Chet . Why I love the guitar.

[@PawPower89]

This is a pure awesome ole fashioned jam band I love it ❤️

[@mikemoore6151]

Wow! Chet's playing fretless on Summertime. What a great treatment of that song.

[@raphaelchantigny7409]

I've seen it a couple times, but chet's precision tricked me into thinking it was a normal one until the glare caught the fretboard and proved me wrong.

[@bluesfan40]

Thank you for posting this. I have really enjoyed it

[@jimroveto1543]

Jerry had such a unique way of playing.

[@Rixster53]

Can tell these two loved playing together! A lesson to ALL musicians. Check your ego at the door, have fun playing and compliment the other players feel/leading of the musical direction. Most of all thank God for the gift of music and his son...John3:16

[@rjwh67220]

Those two good old boys made some of the sweetest music of the seventies!

[@philatkinson3955]

Jerry was hilariously witty, fun, an man he could sing and play that guitar!!!

[@treasuredmusic7836]

I have listened carefully to all three Chet & Jerry CDs repeatedly for years, and have heard something new every time!!! They make their playing look so smooth and effortless. Being a guitarist for 52 years several as a semi-pro I can say without reservation that that having that much talent together just isn't fair.

[@BernieHolland-w4l]

Chet is playing a FRETLESS guitar - the technique is more difficult than on a fretted instrument - you have to sooooooooo accurate ! And Chet never makes a wrong move - and God Bless Jerry - what a gem he was !!!

[@gijsroelofs3589]

I don't want to deny his greatness, but he is actually playing a fretted guitar. The frets are also black so you have to look very closely

[@daverice2426]

@Neo Yep, it's fretless and he's nailin' it as usual. Pretty common for fretless instruments to have filled-in fret slots or some other visual indication of fret positions

[@christopherscooper58]

It absolutely is fretless

[@PMexPAT]

@@gijsroelofs3589 it IS fret less, what you think are frets are just markers.

[@Yngsatchvai]

I was thinking it sounded like fretless but then I thought maybe nylon black frets. Truly amazing

[@edwardmorton6691]

Wow ! that was extraordinary. Jerry is so happy playing with Chet and Chet just loves being with Jerry. I love the way Jerry sings Summertime he was such a cool cat. Musical entertainment at its best, never fails to impress, inspire and uplift.

[@DB-be9wy]

Suzy is fantastic. How have I never heard of her until now? Such confidence and what a perfect voice for this kind of music. And Kenny tearing it up on the piano. What a gem of a video that last song.

[@A.S.EnglishLessons]

The work of these two greats together leaves you speechless. Rest their Souls.

[@jameslewis4697]

They may be gone but Legends live forever, never to be forgotten, RIP both, much love, gave so much enjoyment to the world in life and continue to do so after they sadly left us...

[@sandra.wonderfulduetbull6469]

This is so great to be able to see and hear these two very talented people. Thank you so much for sharing. 🌹❤️🎶🙏🥀🇺🇸🌺🌈💕

[@steveguitarist57]

I had the privilege of seeing Chet Atkins and Vince Gill performing together one night on May 10th 1991. Vince Gill wasn't on the bill but Chet invited him to the stage. Gill did a moving and unforgettable rendition of "You Needed Me". I have found absolutely no reference to this show mentioned on the web. I fear liberal internet cancel culture may have decided that the Marlboro Music Festival should be banished from any record of these concerts. I have the handbill and the ticket stubs. Leo Kotke, Larry Carlton and Steve Wariner were also there. The small venue, NYC Town Hall, made it an intimate event. The small stage made it even more personal. My dad, my mom, my wife and me watching and listening to the master picker. Moments I will never forget. Thank you Chet.

[@aslio1]

Le dernier morceau est monstrueux, la voix de la chanteuse, Chet comme toujours, et tous les musicos au top. Une perle !!!

[@Crackers2549]

Two of the Greatest Guitar players, EVER...! God Bless them both...! R.I.P.

[@edwardmorton6691]

Had to listen to Jerry singing Summertime again. Legendary. So good he made me cry.

[@verningles4898]

THE BEST OF ALL TIME NOW AND FOREVER, WHAT A GIFT GOD GAVE THE WORLD WITH THE TALENT OF MR. GUITAR CHET ATKINS, AND JERRY REED. 😃

[@daveblevins3322]

What an excellent grouping of cuts 👍 Thank you very much for posting 👍

[@Bear-Ur2ez]

Chat and Jerry ! Two of the greatest guitar musicians who ever recorded music .

[@ronaldwhite5887]

They both complement each other so well I never tire of watching them. Thanks

[@anthonyp5200]

Boy ! I miss these guys !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jacobblackburn1379]

Summertime is probably my favorite from these two. This version specifically

[@patrickvillers6454]

To play a guitar like that man you gotta be one with the instrument thanks Chet & Jerry awesome!

[@dennisjohndreher7258]

This stuff is so technical and they make it look so easy.

[@samuelinca64]

I know...i hate it... :P

[@slowbro173]

Jerry does it all with a grin, such a treat to watch

[@andrewdeangelo1]

Its a matter of taste. If I was listening to these guys at 15 I'd be a virtuoso by now. Alas,I'm 29 and just learning country licks,but it's opening doors led zeppelin never could.

[@user-kl4de9xv4s]

Jesus, Chet & Jerry, these two were gods when they played alone, when they got together...it just blows the mind. They could not be touched.

[@alansturgess1324]

@@fender.munoz7 Funny how many wars have been fought because so many cultures think their god is the only one ... just proves how stupid humanity can be whereas Chet and Jerry simply resonate with harmony.

[@daviddawson1718]

If there was a god, don't show him these two. He'll get all jealous and it won't quit raining for a month

[@daviddawson1718]

@@fender.munoz7 and judge other people for their opinions

[@alansturgess1324]

@@fender.munoz7 The fact that you instantly resort to insults says everything about you.

[@rickycarter7154]

"Pick it Chesterfield." MAGICAL 😁😁

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

Merci beaucoup for posting this. Magnifique.

[@fitzspike]

Sure glad we have these performances to enjoy!

[@derrellmorris8451]

Two of the best finger pickers you will ever hear! We miss you Chet and Jerry!

[@catboyzee]

Tone and chops...this is Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed. Respect and RIP.

[@JWH-01]

They were true masters of the guitar.

[@nicholaspalacio9672]

Love how the ending of The Claw cracks Chet up. I was laughing too, watching Jerry play this completely ridiculous and over the top ending lick before ending with one single strummed note. Chet kept trying to keep up with him. Watching the two of them play together is just a joy. I’ve only recently really discovered just how talented the two of them were. Truly incredible musicians.

[@j.curtis6649]

Mr. Guitar & The Guitar Man! These songs were on the first Chet & Jerry album I ever owned. I wore that tape out rewinding over and over again to get the licks down on my pawnshop Charvel.

[@philturner6642]

They're both great.chet is in complete control watching him play is like watching cauthen ride affirmed.the list goes on.i enjoyed that thank you whoever.

[@briantamsnaa]

Incredible! Chet is Amazing! Jerry is also!! Love It!!

[@jacobholstege2534]

2 of the greatest pickers in music history right there

[@piglet577]

Sweet Song Summer Time 2 living Legends !!!!! THE BEST !!!!!!!

[@hungfao]

Wow! Looks like a fretless acoustic with an odd set of strings for Chet. This video deserves way more thumbs-ups.

[@eleanormcwilliams5283]

The Great Jerry Reed with his mentor Chet Atkins. Chet introduced Jerry on his American Music Shop show as my good friend, we play guitar together sometimes. He is a great guitar player/composer known all over the world. Jerry Reed did not like guitars with steel strings. He said they tore up his fingernails. He generally played nylon string guitars. I believe he is playing a Kirk Sand guitar.

[@supertramp6011]

Anyone else gettin JJ Cale vibes here? Love this laid back ,effortless jam from two incredibly cool cats. RIP Snowman! Big 10-4.

[@WeAreNotAmused]

Jerry was a. Master of that laid back swaggering type grooviness Always making me feel. Original yet not straying too far away from the roots God bless Jerry Reid and his eternal spirit and magnify him in the sight

[@johndavidoff4052]

There will always be greats and we are so very lucky to have them! Chet was the man and he played with all the best of them! Tommy, Jerry, Les, Mark, etc.... All the greats wanted to play with Chet and did you ever wonder why?

[@epipick]

As Tommy Emmanuel has often said, "Everybody steals from Chet "

[@ronsmith1364]

Sound quality for all these is fantastic. TYVM

[@megantripp9520]

what a wonderful duo these are the guitar giants! medicine to the soul

[@kathhornsey8874]

Brilliant. 2 wonderful, talented musicians.

[@a.wyattmann4370]

This was incredible, Chet and Jerry make it look easy.

[@newsweathertraffic18]

Jerry was the greatest guitar player who ever lived. I was 25, a skilled musician who thought I'd heard it all until I found his music and it just opened up my world. I could tap, slide and sweep but learning to finger pick like Jerry was the hardest thing I ever attempted. I find it a shame that his early work isn't as well know as his more comedic songs since he has so many incredibly complex compositions. Only a handful of pickers can play Jerry's song and everyone of them sounds like they're gasping for air but when Jerry plays them they come out like butter. He truly was the man with the golden thumb.

[@JohnnySheltonMusic]

Whoever disliked this doesn't deserve to have ears.

[@phillyhillbilly436]

Johnny Shelton amen

[@andrewpattenden8446]

And there are 6 of them. Kinnel.

[@A.S.EnglishLessons]

Touche

[@the_glove]

I disliked because of skwak

[@richardcline1337]

Probably a bunch of cokeheads that think rap crap and shit hop is actually music.

[@Wally-m9y]

Many, many years I'd get off work, go home and put on my Chet Atkins records...sit back and just enjoy what this man could do with a guitar. Genius. I love "Vincent," when he played to Barbara Fairchild's singing. WOW!

[@dagkristiansen8288]

Is from Norway but I love this music and the good old guys :-)

[@terjesolhaug2071]

Jeg også.

[@sandra.wonderfulduetbull6469]

This whole segment was great, each one fantastic in their own right. It’s wonderful to have such great music in our world. ❤️🎶🇺🇸🙏🥀❤️🎶🇺🇸🙏🥀

[@A.S.EnglishLessons]

There's never been a better rendition of Summer time.

[@bryanfouts287]

I could say the same thing about “Daydream” 100%

[@frankmorrow3701]

@@bryanfouts287 I would add "Imagine" to that sentiment!

[@Ledprostate]

"Summertime" takes me into a dream world

[@darrellsomers5427]

Chet,jerry,glenn,Roy all guitar hero's

[@ctkbproduction9638]

0:00 - Sneaking Around (Kass) 1:50 - Summertime (Gershwin(s) Heyward) 6:23 - The Claw (Reed) 9:20 - Daydream (Sebastian) 12:31 - Imagine (Lennon & Ono) 15:59 - Going Down The Road Feeling Bad (Traditionnel) 17:44 - One More For The Road (Atkins, Bogguss, Crider)

[@FrancescoAlcozer]

Thanks....! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4Clf3eEraybhNU DAY DREAM (Duane Eddy - Version)

[@Rattenhoofd]

Doing God's work dude. Thanks so much.

[@davidbusen545]

If I'm not mistaken Going Down The Road Feeling Bad was written by Elizabeth Cotten.

[@ctkbproduction9638]

@@davidbusen545 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Going_Down_the_Road_Feeling_Bad Do you have better informations ? I don't know well this song.

[@mrmusic248]

Vince was so lucky to play along with his guitar hero. He almost had an unexpected moment of incontinence when Chet told him to play. As a guitarist for over 50 years, I can understand that kind of nervousness.

[@davemccracken6436]

What a wonderful testament to fingers and guitars!

[@brandoncollier9885]

The snowman and Mr guitar. That's music kids

[@Mike-fi5se]

Chet walks the notes in style, with spats on! And Jerry. What a picker! They meld within each other's notes without stepping on anyone's toes. Dancing fingers can elicit the emotions. Ain't life grand?

[@izzynutz2000]

These two we're such great friends there's always a joy to sit and listen to them play😊

[@andrewbeattieRAB]

EXCELLENT VIDEO It’s like country-jazz fusion. WOW

[@sequoyah59]

I hope we are able to preserve these treasure performances for a very very long time. Forever just isn't in the cards though.

[@samuelabnavi4535]

let all the stars in the sky shine on you two my great brothers !!!

[@michaelfoort2592]

Anyone who has played guitar with any seriousness realises these guys are masters....enjoying themselves, not showing off.

[@stantonvalberg9814]

I'm a blues/rock/metal player, but Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed were absolutely phenomenal players. Sheer undeniable talent.

[@jd70HJ19]

Chet and Jerry .....two greats . Jerry was a special human being ...in my opinion he deserved much more recognition than he got ...as a superlative guitarist. His songs entertained the mind the funny stories they told entertained the soul. RIP..... wild man ...

[@JohnSmith-ri5gx]

Man these guys bring it!

[@ronnieharper1445]

Two of the greatest together. It doesn't get much better than this. Of course, when Chet Atkins was half the equation, regardless of who the other person was, it was going to be great. To call him phenomenal is the biggest understatement ever.

[@RobertFairweatherMusic]

Chet and Jerry....guitar heaven. Thanks for posting this...so many hot moments. 19:20 what a great band.

[@Digmen1]

Wow that was great to watch. Summertime Jerry singing and Chet grooving!

[@eleanormcwilliams5283]

What a Day for a DayDream - great song and played as usual excellent by Chet Atkins originally recorded by The Lovin Spoonful

[@Sarasdad91]

Chet was an amazing guitar picker. Jerry Reed was just phenomenal. Jerry could play an acoustic guitar the way most rock players play electrics, even though acoustic is more difficult to manage than an electric.