Dominic Miller Wrote The Most Famous Riff Of All Time

In this episode, guitarist Dominic Miller talks about 30 years of collaborating with Sting, including the "Shape of My Heart" riff which has been sampled by everyone from Craig David to Juice WRLD.
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[@MrAlans123]

This is how you interview a musician. You speak 5% of the time, and let the guest talk and play for the rest. Wonderful.

[@Kimo2Time]

I'm so glad you said that out loud. Rick did a fantastic interview and I thought just that. 👍🏽

[@rtflone]

@MrAlans123 That's how you do a proper interview no matter who the guest is. The guest is on because he/she has something to offer. Pretty pointless if the guest has to compete with the interviewer for the attention of the viewer..

[@Exera80]

You mean you're not supposed to interview like Jimmy Fallon does? :O

[@christopherbrown8205]

@@Exera80 😀

[@EclecticInstinct]

Agree 100%

[@user-uy3oj6br1h]

My guess is that you may never see this comment, but if you do so much the better. Thank you and Dominic Miller so much for making my day and also making me cry. I am not very bright and have spent most of my life driving truck's around the U.K. I have spent many years trying to play guitar with out much success. Please keep on doing what you do it's so cool. Dave W

[@Commenting-answering]

You are obviously very emotionally intelligent if this interview made you cry. Take care from the US.

[@henryjamesnigel]

Dont worry, I am trying to prepare classes and crying at the same time! he music is inceredible.

[@cyncmoore]

Intelligence is measured in different ways ...

[@stevelumber8120]

It takes a certain mindset to negotiate our roads in a truck, it's a position of great responsibility. No need to dispespect yourself Dave, we'd be stuffed without you and your colleagues.

[@Mrgoofyoops]

Truck drivers are arguably the most important members of society. Our lives, our economy, our food, clothing, and shelter, all depend on truckers.

[@bovisjeaks]

I think Ricks interviews are some of the best things on KZbin. Nothing better than sitting down with a gin or whiskey and listening to these brilliant interviews for an hour or so. Absolute quality.

[@alaskacanoe6837]

He is so genuine in his desire to enjoy each experience with the artist. I truly believe Rick is a huge fan of not only the talent of the artist but the true movement of music. NOT everyone can garner and appreciate the emotion of music. the combination of each instrument land its inflection on the music at hand... and then the synergy when a group gets it right... I appreciate watching Ricks emotions when he hears tones and combinations that evoke emotion without pretense.. amazing Man.. Appreciate his work..

[@axemanarbor]

❤❤❤

[@Humbucker-hg9ku]

Don’t think. Know.

[@user-le1ju3ps6x]

Rick is the Man & off course his versatile & talented Musician!!

[@vic12950]

Cheers!

[@jacksonmade3667]

This was truthfully some of the most beautiful guitar playing I’ve ever heard

[@integral]

I need that acoustic "Your Song".

[@PreservationEnthusiast]

​@@integral How is even playing like that? He's not doing vibrato or bending or anything. Yet, he's getting an amazing sound on quite a small instrument. Hardly any squeaking or scratching. Just pure tone.

[@jwkayk360]

@@PreservationEnthusiast 100,000 hours of practice

[@thedangerzone9399]

Lifetime of practice.

[@sisyphuscranerigging7792]

@@PreservationEnthusiastJust came across this one, and the tone of that thing is a knockout. Rick's studio is on point, and probably Rick sound checked the heck out of it. The look of that guitar is deceiving. Pure tone is right!

[@mbwahaha]

Rick Beato has become so important, not only for the fans, but for music in general, amazing.

[@UncleNedward]

Amen! Rick is helping to educate folks about keeping the music in the “music biz.”

[@MobiusBandwidth]

justly so!

[@jesusislukeskywalker4294]

@@MobiusBandwidthhey hey my my 🎸

[@MarcoPolux]

Rick Beato's interviews are now part of human heritage

[@mbwahaha]

@@MarcoPoluxYes, absolutely.

[@ForrestKritzer]

It’s crazy how he makes every note sound so clear with such difficult chord fingerings. A true expert at his craft.

[@Silenius32]

That's exactly what i thought! 🤗 He's really a Guitarist of his very own... incredible 🌞

[@philsarkol6443]

He has put a lot of practice and effort in always sound good..no matter a simple chord or a difficult one. His Elton version of "Your song" is exactly proof of that. I think he has got a wonderfull sound, so crisp and clear!!

[@bobbab5759]

He is so smooth it's ridiculous.

[@waynepayne864]

3:53 like COME ON

[@rickrussell]

The super crisp delivery reminds me of W. G. "Snuffy" Walden

[@truvvolumetremolo7654]

Met Dominic years ago in my business partner’s Battersea restaurant. I would fly in from Boston with fresh lobster and crabmeat and Dominic would be ready for a nice Italian/American meal. We sat together often. He told me he played the guitar….so humble. It wasn’t until he gave me tickets to see Sting at Albert Hall that I realized he was Sting’s guitarist. Amazing guitarist who loves music so much and shirks the fame aspect. Such a grounded individual he has always been an inspiration.

[@joygatewood8028]

OMG. His transcriptions of "your song" and "winner takes a fall" had me in tears. Such beauty. He slowed down the notes and it took on a new life. He's a genius.

[@rocketshiptoaltair]

"Winner Takes It All" but yes. An amazingly tasteful arrangement.

[@giorgioesteban9548]

+1

[@moogprophet2472]

I don’t understand if this is a CD that can be purchased because I haven’t found it on his website nor on Amazon

[@integral]

I instantly went to his website hoping the album he's talking about here is already available. Not yet it appears. Please hurry up, Dom.

[@integral]

@@moogprophet2472 Appears it's a work in progress. Hope we can listen to it this Summer.

[@jaxxmi11er]

Amazing. No shredding, No sweeps, no million notes a second. But the most tasteful guitar playing. I hope the young players start doing this too.

[@jasonwilliamshuck]

agreed. if you haven't heard them, check out Arianna Powell and Mateus Asato and Ariel Posen. all super tasteful and melodic players.

[@jaakkorahkola2430]

Equally difficult and technical. Just different direction of technique.

[@alaindevita2833]

Try Antonio Forcione. Dominic and Antonio know each other. Different style, but same sincerity and perfection in their playing. @@jasonwilliamshuck

[@ihanak8814]

nah he jus not dat gud he cant do wat yingwei does ne way

[@johnbraucher1499]

Why can't they all be good? Why segregate them? Things change, that's what the future is. Deal with it. Lol. Of course, have taste, but you can shred with taste and melody.

[@kentaur.1555]

What a touch, what a tone, what a kind person. Absolute gem of an interview! ❤

[@peterdragon2822]

yep, i get so much from him, really special!

[@davidsmith1931]

I feel it this man has a wonder heart

[@funkyfurballs1078]

That little nylon sounds amazing!

[@MarcoPolux]

my exakt words too 👍

[@tiborbogi7457]

@@funkyfurballs1078 I was too wondering, what is the "real" sound of that guitar bc is clearly plugged in. My 400 euro small body Ibanez sound way better plugged in Roland Microcube (or any small amp) set to very low volume (may be add very little of reverb)then purely unplugged.

[@jwallaby7895]

Dominic doesn't know this, but its because of his passionate and tasteful playing that I became a musician. I was growing up in a musician's home so I was destined to pick up an instrument or two, but wasn't moved by the stuff my parents were playing, so I didn't start playing until age 6. At 6 years old, my dad recorded a crummy VHS live recording of ten summoners tales, where sting wore this unforgettable fluorescent gold silk shirt. And off to his left was Dominic and his luxuriant but simple playing coming through on Fields of Gold. It made an everlasting impression on me, a spark of effemeral musical life that Dominic infected me with, and I couldn't be more thankful for it. Thank you to both Sting and Dominic for your fatherly sort of examples in all things music.

[@bottomup12]

The sound coming from that little guitar is amazing! Rick’s genius is letting Dominic play.

[@garryallen4155]

Over the years I've seen him play lots of different guitars...the sound comes from the player, of that I'm 100% sure. Though that white Yari is a cool looking instrument.

[@IsraelIsLikeWater]

you're sure that's Yairi?@@garryallen4155

[@paulj0557tonehead]

The parlor size guitars are ideal for this type of intimate playing, and a guitar that sounds sweet as honey, but can still give you lots of bite is the all-mahogany Gibson LG0 steel string "student model" acoustic. Best year imho is the 1964. The spruce top LG0's just don't have the same character. They're great for bluegrass though.

[@MyGroo]

@@garryallen4155which guitar is that? 3/4 sized? You wrote Yari, did you mean Yairi?

[@bobabreath5097]

Dominic Miller is a legend....he claims to be not so great but it's so obvious that he's a fantastic guitar player....period. He's amazing. His lack of muted or buzzing notes/his sense of time/his amazing clarity while playing a classical guitar leaves no doubt about his skill and musicianship. Could listen to him play for hours. This interview is sublime. Thank you Mr. Beato, you are also a legend.

[@ihanak8814]

he aite he make sum gud 2unes but after all he liek old aff frfr

[@technicolorProducer]

this video and the one with Daniel Lanois (which I refuse to watch in one sitting because I want to drag it out) are almost as good as the music itself

[@timlemaster4708]

@bobabreath5097 I thought the buzzing was more related to the guitar and not the player? Is it caused by technic?

[@Craig-tc3kt]

​@@ihanak8814is this English? I can read about 1 in 3 words.

[@hanno8705]

You have listened to his solo work on ECM, haven't you?

[@YarivGurfinkel]

I find it really awesome and kind of Dominic Miller to play the guitar a lot during the interview instead of just talking. Not many do this.

[@tomminkler7640]

Yes also Rick is very patient and respectful, he appreciates how great it is to have DM there and that we want to hear as much of his knowledge and skill while he's there. So beautiful.

[@PeterDrake]

Yah. It's like he says his most important things with his fingers.

[@SWright1978]

Leon: The Professional with Jean Reno, Natalie Portman and Gary Oldman (1994)

[@stella99dc]

This interview w Dominic was riveting and I’m not a musician. I have learned more about music through Dominic’s teachings. Excellent conversation, focus, positive energy and well balanced human being. One other video that is intriguing to me is when Sting is singing and Dominic moves quietly to the backup singers and instrumentalists to help them. What a memorable moment.

[@John007John]

Dominic seems so down to earth. So refreshing. Wonderful interview Rick.

[@inkyGhosty]

Rick (and guests) just keep rising to new heights every time. This channel is such a treasure; there's nothing else with this level of quality on youtube or TV. Nothing.

[@Drumn4Him1]

AGREED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@andybute]

Hope not. Topping yourself means something quite different and dramatic in the UK…

[@inkyGhosty]

@@andybute ha!, didn't think of that. (not a native speaker but have heard the phrase!)

[@keithbutler2222]

Couldn't agree more

[@OldManArmyJonno]

It really is a treat every time, regardless of your personal tastes. I love all kinds of music but Rick has introduced me to so many artists and opened up music I had ignored. Thank you Rick ❤

[@petergraham9267]

What a TOUCH Dom has on the guitar! Nothing rushed, nothing forced, just pure emotion ringing out from his heart to ours.........beautiful!

[@jackmartinleith]

Dominic Miller interviews himself, answering questions he hasn't been asked. Rick Beato just lets the stream of consciousness meander along without him interrupting. Great stuff. DM's Amsterdam meetup with "that Dutch KZbinr", when he teaches Paul Davids to play bossa nova, is also well worth watching.

[@AJGreen-cn8kk]

Just came here after watching him teach Paul David's bossa nova. Dominic should be on every best guitarist list.

[@jackmartinleith]

Ah, the Dutch guy with the KZbin channel 😀.

[@JerzyRugby]

Playing one of the most beautiful songs in the world, turning to one specific chord, looking to Rick and saying, "I think that's right" with a smile and going on. That moment broke me. What a friendly person.

[@johnbehan1526]

Rick responding "yeah" as well! One word, but it made me chuckle: that tone in his voice is part exclamation, part laugh, part reassurance, part question ("you're not sure?"/"You should care what I think?"). I think Rick is a successful interviewer because when he talks to musicians, producers etc, they know they can communicate with him and he understands them on every level. This was highly enjoyable because it's two guys just relaxing and really opening up to to each other.

[@jonathanosborne7547]

I have never watched an interview where the musician starts playing, and creates a perfect bubble of silence... it's like the rest of your day falls away and all you are left with is pure wonder. Amazing. I think this feels mostly down to what Dominic is "not" playing - he leaves each note in its own space, with its own importance and weight, the right amount of respect for every single brush or pluck or slide... amazing interview, amazing guitarist

[@fritzhubertus]

Nice comment

[@deanwhite7871]

Agree totally, his playing let's the music breath in perfect rhythm.

[@seanratten9567]

One of the best comments I’ve read in a long time sir…. I agree with you 100%✊

[@NordicSnowboarder]

Was thinking along those lines watching this and came here to comment. However, you already put it so elegantly and much better than I could.😊

[@nancydevolder4433]

'Music is the space between the notes' , a wise man once said. He was right and Dominic proves it.

[@stevenb5385]

this guy's 'touch' on the guitar is immense. But Rick B is surely the best interviewer of others musicians. Fabulous. Thank you!

[@Truthmatters6385]

Classy. Charming. Humble. Refreshing.

[@infinityminuszero]

I would've watched 10 hours of this. This is not an "interview", this is pure awesomeness...

[@deejay7339]

Rick is one of the few people who can interview legends and not come across as awkward, stiff, or interrupting. He deserves all the success on this channel. Love this interview as much as the others. Great watch and listen!

[@johnwinstondarby]

Miller is a genius...he makes it look simple. His explanation makes the riff seem like 'of course playing it slowly makes this so easy'. Only a handful of people in the world can make such inspired tonation seem matter-of-fact.

[@Odelrobg]

It’s Christmas Day and I’m lying in bed with covid. This was exactly what I needed. I had the privilege of seeing him in concert with Sting several times. Thank you.

[@daveburlinguette7251]

Hope you are feeling better! It's Dec. 27th and I also am at home with Covid-19. Listening to a wonderful interview thankfully. Dave from Canada

[@onufrm]

Watch how many times he runs through the main progression of Shape of My Heart throughout the video - every time he plays it with reverence, even if the point is to get to the next part, he doesn't rush through the chords, he plays it all. I love that. This is perhaps the most enjoyable hour I have ever spent on KZbin. Thank you Rick and Dominic!

[@TmcIIIvideo]

You nailed it….its such an exceedingly beautiful and romantic riff….could listen to a loop of it only!

[@arthurjones9580]

Amen

[@dadsgamingpoorly788]

Reverence is the best word possible. He's a purist in terms of musicianship, emotion, story. Really appreciate that he never short-cut it and let every song make it's statement.

[@techincolor]

I feel both ashamed for not knowing who Dominic was but also blessed to be able to explore his catalog. What a wonderful and humble human being and musician. Amazing interview!

[@josephgavron1099]

I am a 74 yo raised on rock and roll. Band organist and lead vocal late 1960s to early 70s. Didn’t know the name Dominic Miller. I do now. He is amazing. Great interview Rick

[@hanno8705]

And again: You have listened to his solo work on ECM? (I am just continuing to write here this under comments, promoting his work, because I hear his solo stuff for years now and I am really happy that through this he got attention to a wider audience.)

[@lauriehansel1207]

Agreed. We were blown away by his humility. So secure in who he is but an amazing musician. I’m sad I didn’t know who he was on his own. We got such a kick out of Rick fan-boying and NO one would fault him. When you are in the presence of greatness it is best to be quiet. 😊

[@garryallen4155]

His back catalogue of solo albums contains many treasures! And his solo gigs (with his band) or on occasions, on his own, are wonderful.

[@goranadamson906]

How I love these calm, deep interviews.. Thank you, Rick, one of the best interviews I have ever seen.

[@evanlucas3]

This was such an incredible interview. I’ve already watched it like 3 times…fell asleep to it a couple of times. The sound of the guitar (and the recording!) is really superb, but the way Dominic interprets the music, making these complete, fully realized almost orchestrated renditions on a single acoustic guitar is just extraordinary. Truly sublime. Thank you Rick!

[@trevortamboline279]

Arguably your greatest interview yet. What a charming, warm, smart, talented, interesting, humble, wonderful man. And you conducted your interview perfectly, letting Dominic go... letting him teach and recall and PLAY. Thanks for hitting it out of the park yet again, Rick.

[@bikramyogadelraybeach]

Couldn’t have said it better myself - Dominic is such a lovely man

[@joaoferesjunior6734]

He is a nice guy, all right, but warm is kind of a stretch, in'it?

[@minakou-mokomoko0375]

@@joaoferesjunior6734 No, he is a really warm person. That is obvious to anyone who has been to his gig. Dominic is a really great musician and such a great career, but he still cares about each and every one of his fans. If you question that, go to his gigs and talk to him. And his kindness is clearly reflected in the sound of his guitar.

[@williamlowe7718]

Agee 100%.

[@luisengelmo]

Great interview! However, if you say it's the best, I have to kindly disagree. The interview with Pat Metheny is difficult to beat. Anyway, I fully agree with the comments about Dominic being such a nice person, and the interview is really great

[@seabud6408]

“I’m not that great a guitarist”😮He has the only thing that’s important, and in spades, he can convey what is touching his heart, straight to yours. I’ve rarely been moved so much as I was listening to Dominic playing “Your song”. “The Soul Cages” is possibly Sting’s best album. Dominic’s playing is stellar throughout. Sting chose him to play in his band .. that’s how good he is. 😀

[@JudySucks]

In spades.. I see what you did there

[@dixiepena514]

What an amazing musician,humble and great,the interview was awesome,intelligent questions that allowed the musician to talk about his work.I love how he doesn’t want to show off,and you can relate to his love for music and his honesty.

[@pacopenalver5511]

What an amazing interview!! 1 hour of interview and I felt I could be listening without any problem for another hour. Humble people brings that kind of stuff

[@BlackNoteStudios]

That moment when it's just 2 guys enjoying the sound of guitar. They could be anywhere, but at the root of it, it's all about the feeling you get when music fills you. Dom obviously gets it. Rick gets it. Rick there have been many who have graced your presence, and I don't doubt there will be many more. There are all kinds of interviews out there but it's very rare that the interviewee is mutually excited to sit down and talk shop. Not surface level shop, real nuts and bolts. thank you.

[@AlyraMoondancer]

I saw this was over an hour long and I thought, I know I don't have the stamina for this. I'll watch a few minutes, see what the riff was, and maybe come back to it later. I could *not* leave once I'd started! Wonderful interview, beautiful music, enlightening and inspiring. Thank you both!!!!

[@sohannag612]

I was awaiting ❤

[@jarzantarzanful]

Exactly the same has happened to me…

[@martijnvanbeek4387]

Same thing here!

[@wyrmsi4015]

Sry but what riff is this? Its a real question

[@donttouchband100]

Yes, same to me.

[@solidtank7957]

This video just made Dominic one of my favorite guitarists! What a lovely person, and I'm in shock over how beautiful everything he plays sounds.

[@elad7250]

Best interview! Rick's personality put interviewers at ease. He lets the interview breathe and thus brings out the best in each one of his guests. Brilliant stuff.

[@AnotherRealSmitty]

Yes he does! 🙂

[@s.wilson5199]

I love when Dominic is playing and a certain harmony makes him smile. Music clearly brings him joy. It's wonderful that he wants to share the ability to create such music with others.

[@OLLiGoldeaux]

...then you should look at Tim Pierce.

[@stevem-h3562]

@@OLLiGoldeaux +1 definitely.

[@s.wilson5199]

@@OLLiGoldeaux I looked him up and agree!

[@s.wilson5199]

@@OLLiGoldeaux The other person who comes to mind is Tommy Emmanuel. I love when he's playing a guitar arrangement of a song and he can't help but sing along. Watching him playing Nirvana with Mike Dawes and clearly having a blast, always makes me smile.

[@s.wilson5199]

@@stevem-h3562 Agreed!

[@chrisadey7468]

One can understand why Sting has included Dom in his musical journey for so long! What a master musician!🙏

[@6stringer2]

Rick, this is one of my favorite of your interviews. I really enjoyed the music, the conversation and the vast information you two gave us. Mr. Miller was such a gracious guest. Thank you and blessings.

[@Kontrabass66]

He wrote Smoke on the water??????

[@tomproll9292]

😂😂😂 great answer!!!

[@AliensAnonymous]

My thoughts exactly

[@JeffWhite-cl2be]

Lol or freebird.

[@JohnDavis-xk5fi]

Or Satisfaction?

[@nip9898]

Gimme shelter sounds different

[@8calm8]

Dominic `s so humble : "I`m not that great a player" , Oh mate ! You are a great player , musician , arranger , composer , writer . Thankyou for the joy you bring .

[@CBRSupafly]

What a treat to listen to Dominic share His thoughts and play so freely. A true gentleman and tremendous musician. Thank you Dominic, and thank you Rick!

[@fastinbulvis2223]

Actually, this was one of Rick's best, and that's saying plenty. DM's awesome!

[@smoovem1235]

Have to say this discussion is one of my favorites. Just the way that Dominic explains, plays, explains, and plays. Brilliant. Really learned a lot from this. Really great perspective and background. Loved it.

[@MrFlames01]

Great interview, thank you for it. Great to see Dominic in one of your videos, telling about his riff and all those other great songs! Thank you again for such a great interview.

[@DerekHunt]

This is the difficulty that I struggle with when watching Rick's videos. I've been watching since the early months of the channel. I've grown more, as a musician in these years than I did in the previous 30, however... The shift from the early composing and theory videos to full on historian has been so humbling and wonderful. It's joyous to hear these stories, to see the documentation that is being preserved through these conversations. Interviewing doesn't cover the scope, because an interviewer is often reciting questions without the depth of knowledge that only a peer can provide. As @MrAlans123 said, listening is key, but I think Rick's knowledge is what elevates these videos to something else. These conversations NEED to be recorded for future generations, not because of the individual, but because the individual is able to say what they need to say, as a Musician. That insight is not lost on me, and I know it's not lost on most viewers of this channel. Dominic was a tremendous guest here and was able to speak clearly in a manner that will benefit everyone who watches this. His creative skill is clearly evident, but sussing out the origins, from traveling from South America to Wisconsin to England, showcases how those influences gave him a language that he has been able to share with the world. Bravo Rick and bravo Dominic. Thank you sharing this with us.

[@sharonbousquet9137]

Wonderful.

[@morrisonreed1]

I watch lots of rick vids and it validates how much I suck and what an idiot I am . I play and can get through a set but I will never call myself a musician .

[@TamiamiJones]

Agreed. Rick’s knowledge allows him to ask the pertinent questions that makes his guests want to answer in depth, because they feel understood.

[@nowistime8070]

your comment helped me get a greater understanding of what these two men offer. thank you

[@09conrado]

​​@@morrisonreed1 never compare, it would stifle you. You just do you and do the best you that you can, that way you're adding most of yourself to thd world. As a sculptor I dreaded going to Italy for the same reasons. Let's not lower ourselves but just be the best of ourselves. The world does not need another Dominic or Michelangelo, as these places are already taken

[@claudestuder4199]

Personally, I think this kind of interviewing is the start of something big! The sound quality is absolutely stunning? The playing equally so... but damn what an amazing video! Well done to Rick and his team.

[@brun0inacio]

True. Even on the iPad his guitar sounds great. Well done Rick. 😅

[@eriklarson9137]

I just hope they don't start clickbaiting all of the titles. No one should reward that behavior.

[@MCFC-OK1416]

"the start of..." it's been happening for years my friend :D welcome to the present

[@marshalsea000]

There's respect in both directions, and unlike most interviewers Rick isn't a "ME ME ME ME ME!" person.

[@markalvarez7171]

Dominic is such a great interviewee, so lighthearted, knowledgeable, and down to earth!

[@73mooch]

Rick it's always so refreshing to see you get your interviewees so relaxed, you ask the important questions and then you get out the way and let the artists shine. It also helps when you obviously know what you're talking about and they love you for it 👏👏👏

[@doritrommari]

I’m a drummer and this was the most inspiring interview with any musician I’ve seen in years. Thanks!

[@TeleTonemonkey]

It’s nice when drummers get to hear musicians …! 😘

[@davidgreif6253]

Fascinating interview. I went from not knowing who Dominic Miller is to adoring him as a musician and a person.

[@JamesDeanUK]

Felt exactly the same way but from the perspective of, "I didn't realise I loved so many songs that he had played without actually knowing it was him playing them." Wonderful talented musician.

[@davecollins6792]

Brand new fan here, Bravo

[@catherinemann4814]

Agreed

[@maerbg]

Thank you for these incredible interviews. I don’t play any instruments, but love listening to these experts in their field telling their stories.

[@adamburgess1287]

Only cried about twice listening to that little guitar. The way Dominic puts meaning into EVERY note is mesmerising.

[@kehrtum1]

What struck me was that he has been with Sting 35 plus years ... which to me is a testament to Dominic's clearly confident yet "cruiser" personality that becomes a trusted friend and band member too. Seems like a down to earth guy willing to let others shine next to him (i.e. Sting). Great to see you (Rick) focus on this guys great wealth of wisdom and skill in his own interview. Great stuff!

[@jpgcomposer]

What an unbelievable guitarist he is. To make it seem so effortless when we know sounding that great is a lifetime of huge effort. So musical.

[@lemansfrance2678]

I watch and rewatch and watch this episode again. Rick, this is my favorite interview that you’ve done. I am a lay person to music. I am blind, deaf and Mute to music. I meaning, I can’t read or play music. I can’t sing it. BUT I love and admire those that do. And you have pulled the curtain and showed me the amazing world of Music. And this, this is “what makes these songs great”. Thank you Rick. Thank you.

[@AMusset]

Of all your interviews this has to be the most magical to me. Dominic Miller is such an unknown (relatively speaking) genius. A pure guitar jewel. Thank you SO MUCH for this Rick

[@Datimdavis2900]

Dominic’s playing is so amazing - his arrangement of “Your Song” was simply incredible. Great interview Rick

[@automachinehead]

Ten Summoner's Tales - that album says all about Dom's genius

[@jmhusson4737]

This guy is not a guitarist, he is a musician. What a sound ! Beato is the perfect medium for this fantastic interview. Thank you both

[@hanno8705]

And again: You have listened to his solo work on ECM? (I am just continuing to write here this under comments, promoting his work, because I hear his solo stuff for years now and I am really happy that through this he got attention to a wider audience.) 🙂

[@pandadoublexl]

Since when have "guitarist" and "musician" been mutually exclusive?

[@gonzaloflota5598]

Amazing interview! The way you interview your guests is one of a kind. Great to hear Dominic talking about what we love. Great guitarrist. Thank you Rick!!

[@haltber]

One of the most beautiful interviews with a musician ever heard. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@georgekirkwood7976]

Joy,! Such a humble man who can demonstrate his skills and is so open about his life, his influences and career. He has worked with the greats in modern music. Most music fans will be unaware how often Dominic has featured in the music they are listening to. Rick, we, your fans, owe you a debt of gratitude for bringing him to public attention. Thank you.

[@fancypelusa2863]

Well said!

[@chong2389]

So many unsung (no pun intended) musicians go about their craft without fanfare. Whether it's in a hotel lounge or backing a 'rock star'. His arrangement of Carmen's arrangement of Rachmaninov's second movement from his Piano Concerto #2 is beautiful. His ability to capture the essence of a piece... he's a musician's musician.

[@johnmaher7078]

❤

[@kristofferrydquist8384]

Every time he starts playing I just cannot prevent myself freezing and listen intently, Dominic’s tone and playing is just crazy beautiful.

[@hanno8705]

You have listened to his solo work on ECM, haven't you?

[@kristofferrydquist8384]

@@hanno8705 no, this video was actually my first introduction to his work. Will check it out!

[@davidcarter1313]

Exactly! He and Sting are both Old Souls. Lived many a life.

[@FernandoDominguez_ar]

What a wonderful interview! Outstanding! Thank you so much!!!

[@user-df8dy2bx4c]

Has to be one of the most inspiring interviews ever Rick. Thank you to both of you!

[@akaSophie92672]

Had the treat of seeing Dominic on stage with Sting less than 24 hours ago. I am in awe of the musicianship displayed during the concert, but also here. What an inspiring conversation. Thank you for that yummy plate of soul food!

[@anthonyadkins81]

"I'm not that good of a guitarist" LMAO yea right!!! Dude his playing is tonally the best I've heard. No buzzin or mis-frets on chords I've only seen in a Mel Bay book, let alone attempted to play. Great use of vibrato as well. Don't let him fool you this dude can play. ❤

[@VerandaCoverBand]

Gorgeous interview! Thank you both!

[@robbiestanley4573]

I could listen to his playing all day. great interview Rick

[@paulcote9988]

This interview and many like it that Rick is so generously doing is building a library for history of music and belongs in the hall of fame. Simply beautiful how musicians have no problem at all sharing their talent with us all. Thank you.

[@markwaldron8954]

Totally agree. I've been watching Rick for a couple of years now and looking back I cannot believe how much I've learned, effortlessly, and in a very fun way.

[@cobra1010]

Dominic is such a humble and down to earth person - and yet such a fantastic musician. Sting with Dominic Miller, Vinnie Colaiuta and David Sancious - some of the best concerts I have ever seen and heard!

[@farry.aprianto]

Yes! It's the greatest Sting's band formation.

[@ffejneznarf]

Vinnie’s live playing on Seven Days (especially the one big fill) is simply some of the greatest drumming performance ever.

[@marionsiempre7417]

You’re both a gem! Forever thank you, to both.

[@michaelblumenson6310]

Bravo Rick! Your interviews bring me a lot of joy with many of my musician heroes. This one was particularly special.

[@fernandojorgerenart2638]

“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication” Leonardo Da Vinci used to say. Great interview for both great persons involved: Rick and Dominick; it’s a thorough pleasure to listen to great musicians who are both simple and sophisticated at the same time.🙌🙌👏👏👏👏👍

[@peteratlanecove7436]

Lao Tzu says that some people try to increase their learning, but a person who follows the tao (correct path) tries to decrease their learning. Same beautiful principle.

[@walterkersting9922]

If he didn’t, he should’ve…

[@philiplavere]

So now we need Dominic to be a "KZbin Teacher", and do video tutorials all his arranged songs from his new book! Shout out to Paul Davids too, who must be the guy he mentioned, a really nice person and great teacher! Thank you Rick for another great interview!

[@mrbungle7586]

Yep, my immediate thought was Paul David and I'm sure others have too. 👍

[@adameden8722]

Yup, I went and looked up the video. Paul actually gives credit to Dominic and mentions his name several times in his video. And talks about the difficulty of the riff despite the seeming simplicity. Not sure why Dominic took that personally. 2.5M views of Paul teaching people this song can only be good for Dominic and Sting, but I'm just a guy sitting on his computer with no diamonds for my art, that's not the shape of my... sorry, lost track of myself there.

[@philiplavere]

@@adameden8722 well said.

[@mrbungle7586]

@@adameden8722Could almost hear you singing it. 😀 I don't think you quite got what Dom meant in regards to taking it personally. I like Paul's channel, but no disrespect to him, or you. I think Sting and Dom were doing quite alright regardless of 2 million views. As Dom mentioned, he likes that his line has been used so many times. He likes that people are trying to learn or teach others how to play the line, (whether they're playing it right or not) and opens up potential new listeners to their music. 👍

[@jimdandy6452]

Damn I wish I could play like that!

[@antonypinch4479]

Wonderful interview. I could listen to Dominic talking about his passion for music for hours. How generous he was to give us all a whole hour or so of his life, amazing.

[@michele21auntiem]

Lovely interview. No ego in the room just twi music lovers sharing the craft. Such a special guitar player. I saw him with Sting and enjoyed every moment.

[@bradpalmer2953]

What a lovely humble man,,, so impressed with his informative way of getting a point across. His nylon strings and intervals between notes are priceless. Than you so much Rick for not interupting him.. ❤

[@voice_of_reason5604]

Lovely piece, well played, but most famous riff of all time? C’mon man! What some folks will do to get more views. 😂

[@matthewaustin1617]

The humility. So good too!

[@RalphSampson...]

Mr. Beato is a great interviewer.

[@AlecNicholson]

@@voice_of_reason5604 well.. the fact that it's been sampled in different genres probably gives it very good reach into wider audiences than something that's known only in its original song. so it might not be as outrageous as it first sounds.

[@Bamagolfandguitar]

So glad you’re doing this interview to bring attention to Dominic. Great player that deserves it. Well done 👏

[@suszy5712]

Not sure if I hit the report key, didn't mean to!

[@jasonhollis2661]

My new favourite Rick B interview. Really enjoyed Dominic's honesty and humility.

[@vitxria]

One of the best interview I’ve seen on the web. Thank you Rick and Dominic. Love you

[@jeffcooper2554]

Mr. Miller I’m speechless. Thank you for who you are and the joy you bring to the world. Truly thank you.

[@EkabMeade]

That version of "Your Song" is amazingly beautiful, what an arrangement! Way to go Mr. Miller

[@patrickfridrichovsky3909]

Rick, this is pure gold. Your questions, the asnwers, Dominic and his tin play on the guitar. Fragile sound of heaven. Precious. Thank you!

[@saxmanchan]

WOW.. Outstanding! Wasn't planning on listening to it in its entirety, but I couldn't stop! Great interview Rick!

[@sunking3]

Cool weather, a cup of coffee, Rick Beato and Dominic Miller. What a great way to wake up. Dominic's guitar tone is so balanced. The low end is warm and articulate, never muddy. Brilliant.

[@RG-ja34sep]

It’s truly amazing how gifted a musician Dominic is. It’s mind boggling how creative guys like this can produce beautiful melodies, and bring enjoyment to hundreds of millions of people. I am so envious of these talented musicians!

[@frankchiafari]

Haunting and inspiring. Probably the best use of the guitar I have ever heard. Fantastic interview.

[@fabsphotos]

Rick your interview with Dominic Miller was nothing short of incredible! Dominic's willingness to take the time to share his insights and talents, including playing his guitar, added a remarkable depth to the interview. The experience was truly awe-inspiring, highlighting Dominic's musical prowess and your skill as an interviewer!!

[@-.-Rob-.-XY]

This channel will end up an archive of historically significant interviews. Try to interview as many famous musicians as you can Rick! They are not getting any younger! No one has your skill set and knowledge to be able to produce masterpieces like this

[@Hintz6]

Could not agree with this more, 💯

[@alanjarrar3413]

absolutely

[@c.e.anderson558]

I said this a long time ago. These interviews are incredible. Musicians in their purest form.

[@Murderbits]

Discussions like this with people like this is such a precious and vital gift to appreciation and history of art. Absolutely delightful.

[@leighsayers2628]

Fabulous ..what beautiful playing .loved it . Great interview !!!

[@DancatzMuzik]

Brilliant. Inspiring. He's ace. And I loved that touching moment right at the end. A friend indeed.

[@davidlamb7524]

One of your best ever guests. I really enjoyed hearing Dominic's approach to a song.

[@realmz]

Seeing him back really tells how Rick is a phenomenal person ❤

[@marksextonmarkeaux4181]

Once again, Rick lets us hang out with his music buds which I am grateful for. What a great guy and what a talented teacher, storyteller Musician. His is at the top of my wish list to hang out with and talk about music or better yet play some music. The sound he is getting from that guitar is so honest and satisfying that I just loved every second of this interview. Thank you both for sharing yourselves with us!

[@davephillips9360]

Thank you Dominic and Rick for your wonderful delivery of insight , wisdom and inspiration. ♥️🙏