Yoda and Skywalker. The pentatonic scale is strong with this one....
@zxarcane77068 жыл бұрын
+Phillip Peterson Is that your consolation or something?
@w900L5 жыл бұрын
Derbixrace actually mixolydian sounds good in blues.
@aleaallee5 жыл бұрын
@@Derbixrace Given blues is usually played with dominant 7th chords, you could solo using the mixolydian scale.
@liamwagner91603 жыл бұрын
What a great analogy 😂
@nicholasindalecio82112 жыл бұрын
Lol
@billy6742 Жыл бұрын
Eric is never loud enough
@bsdung6060 Жыл бұрын
Just love everything about Eric Johnson his tone his trills his crazy run his bending...No one like him
@carljohnson29058 жыл бұрын
Joe is brilliant. Eric is brilliant. This was so fantastic.
@libbysvideos8 жыл бұрын
+Carl Johnson - Thank you for saying so, and for NOT trying to make it into some silly competition as so many viewers have tried to insist upon. :)
@carljohnson29058 жыл бұрын
+libbysvideos I hate that. Or people forcing their opinions down others throats. I also love John Mayer's guitar playing, and people argue on his videos like no other. It's sad.
@MClancer1811 жыл бұрын
I like how Eric is so calm and doesnt feel like he needs to shred back at he just wants to play and thats all I would want too =)
@mikesorbassguitar11 жыл бұрын
Joe is a great guitarist...Eric is from another planet.
@kevinstiff8681 Жыл бұрын
Eric will take you to nirvana
@danielcardinale456211 жыл бұрын
a true gentleman guitarist!! and two guitar giants playing together! what more could one ask for??
@sschmidtevalue7 жыл бұрын
Loved it! That rhythm section is like a freight train going 90mph!
@lanes589 жыл бұрын
I like to think there is no best guitarist. Everyone has their own style, and that's makes them unique, and gives us listeners a variety of music to listen to. Great pickin' here.
@rodrigooliveira3277 Жыл бұрын
The Clapton tone and sound remains one of the cornerstones of modern electric guitar.
@JustinGillenMusic9 жыл бұрын
I feel like everyone who is new to hearing Joe Bonamassa understands he is a great lead player, but thinks that he is not a good songwriter because he doesn't have platinum radio hits like Layla or Pride and Joy and killer tunes like that. In reality... he is really good songwriter. People need to go explore his earlier albums to see for them self and give his writing more of chance. His earlier albums shaped my musical ear as a kid for a lot more reasons than his ability to shred a lead like a boss. Or listen to the Rockpalast concert. He doesn't deserve to be cut short from a writing standpoint just because he does a lot of covers.
@Beauregard15912 жыл бұрын
Two GIANTS, no egos.. What's better than this???
@ZBEARRockN8 жыл бұрын
always unbelievable, eric johnson- . he never shows ordinary progression of guitar plays even when he is playing lower backing position. it's really fantastic.
@scottmatheson23907 жыл бұрын
It's amazing how many modern players have been influenced by Eric Johnson's approach to pentatonics including Joe B. and Eric Gales among a host of others. It's too bad (as you stated) you were positioned directly in front of Joe's amp which produced a rather lopsided recording as far as individual guitar volumes are concerned. Still, it's an excellent document of yet another great night in guitar land for which I thank you.
@libbysvideos7 жыл бұрын
You are most welcome. Thank you for your positivity. :)
@EricCirca65669 жыл бұрын
Joe was in a "take no prisoners" mode. At times he had a "OK what do you have for me next" stance. It kind of reminds me of the "headcutting" scene in the movie "Crossroads." Once again the tone from the Firebird and whatever kind of medium size Fender style amp behind him is incredible!
@hauulakid12 жыл бұрын
Well spoken friend, I've been watching 'little Joe' grow up over the last 15years or so and he certainly deserves to stand right there next to the best that has been, as evidenced by the LONG list of guitar greats that have welcomed him on the stage..He's living proof that the blues will never die.
@chefallen52010 жыл бұрын
The People in this world will never get along. No matter what. I was extremely happy with this video. I wish I could have been up there with the 2 of them. Eventhough I am nowhere close to being in their league but damn that what be awesome. Stop fighting with one another over personal opinions. You don't have to live by them and they damn sure can't kill you. Just listen and enjoy. If you don't like what someone wrote, just go on to something else. There is more than enough for all of us to find something we like and possibly, someone like ourselves. Chill out, life is much better without the bullshit...
@Jakexx0110 жыл бұрын
I agree with you, in a perfect world we should "just listen and enjoy". Unfortunately, some enjoy the bitching and the squabbling BS far more than the music. Respectfully, why don't you take your own advice and, "just listen and enjoy". I'll do the same with you. You and I will never change them. Shit disturbers will be shit disturbers.
@joelcabida9 жыл бұрын
"life is much better without the bullshit..." that was awesome...
@russelmurray92683 жыл бұрын
No one didn't enjoy this what are you talking about
@russelmurray92683 жыл бұрын
You can't get along is more to the point
@chefallen5203 жыл бұрын
Dudes , I met a great luthier . He didn’t have any copies of other builders guitars on his wall . Only his creations . All he could talk about were the influences , from other builders and their creations . His guitars were breathless . I sat and played a few . 2 and a half hours later , I had to kick myself out of his house . It was so cool to play and not think about time or anything else . More playing and less everything else .
@Chris-is1rd9 жыл бұрын
I have seen this happen so many times - Johnson will get on stage with other big name guitar players and his sound is always buried. Its a bit annoying that the soundpeople cant get that shit straightened out
@russelmurray92683 жыл бұрын
I've watched this for years it's annoying
@Diax13243 жыл бұрын
His tone is engineered to work with his band. It struggles to keep up with other players. That's part of the magic of his tone - it works amazingly well at filling up a 3 piece instrumental.
@pgong3 жыл бұрын
I also think the video camera's on-board mic is picking up Joe's amp more simply because it's right in front of it.
@peterworam93763 жыл бұрын
100% Agreed. Johnson's tone is painfully over engineered to his personal taste. It's exquisite when you can hear it, but he never cuts through the mix. Any number of live videos demonstrates it. He needs a bit extra in the mids, or at least a boost at the board. Disappointing, as Joe and EJ are at the top of the food chain in terms of blues guitar. I actually started listening to Joe a lot more because his legato is just as good as Johnson's, but you can hear him. But damn, Eric's rhythm playing and chord forms... No one plays like him.
@Sprawl1GuitarMan2 жыл бұрын
Agreed, man! Sound guy should be able to compensate for it. There’s really no excuse.
@rodbelding952310 жыл бұрын
music isn't a competition man, both are great. don't judge other guitarists too much, just listen.
@drivers195912 жыл бұрын
These two guys are incredible players as most would agree. Eric J has his signature sound which makes him who he is"incredible" Joe is a monster player and he can sound like anybody he wants to he tends to keep it in the pocket as far as the song and in relation to Claptons style but with his own flare....gotta love it!
@ep94214 жыл бұрын
2020 in lock down in Sydney, and what a better way to pass time. Who needs Rap shit or Beiber when the world is at its worst. This makes me feel wonderful sitting back, volume up and relaxing. Like I said, what a great way to isolate
@Grendal547 жыл бұрын
These are world class players. People always have to make it a contest. You can learn to play guitar and play your whole life and never approach these guys. They were born with enormous talent. To bad mouth or belittle either of them is just plain ignorant.
@STORYTASTIC12 жыл бұрын
great stuff what a shame u can't hear eric!! Joe who normally copies EJ stuck to his Best traditional Blues!! and rocked...thanks Joe for not copying Eric!!...this time:) thanks for putting this up!!
@nuendo24969 жыл бұрын
Joe is a true blues guy with monster chops.
@yobhsiFehT10 жыл бұрын
Look, I like this video, I have significant respect for both of these guys, so don't jump down my throat TOO much for saying this, BUT... honestly, how does Bonamassa manage to flatten out the groove of EVERY song he plays?? o.O
@chikkipop10 жыл бұрын
Was just noticing that myself.
@1986Lynott10 жыл бұрын
Gotta say I think he holds back when he plays with other guys...by himself it's just the way his Musical brain works..? but yeah
@gitbse9 жыл бұрын
I love watching and listening to both of these guys. EJ is a legend, and always will be. He can outplay anybody, and his music is spectacular, and always very innovative. However... He never really had a good stage presence. I remember awhile ago watching him on stage shredding like crazy.. standing in one spot with headphones on. I would go see either of them in a heartbeat. However, I would always choose Joe first. JB has a stage presence, and a feel in his playing that EJ doesn't. JB has shown from all of his solo music, to the bands he's been in, Bloodlines up into Rock Candy Funk Party, that his musical range is limitless. EJ does what he does best, and will be one of the legends. However, JB will always be my #1 guitar player.
@tonyfondacaro19804 жыл бұрын
I saw EJ last year on the Experience Hendrix tour. When he came out the place erupted, and he proceeded to tear the house down with his presence and his playing. Maybe you saw him on an off night, because my experience of him was nothing short of legendary.
@youhavetogoback84492 жыл бұрын
No way you're crazy. I have never heard anything Bonamassa has made with as much soul as Desert Rose, Lonely in the Night, Trail of Tears, or Pavilion. Eric Johnson is in his own league.
@bbb89972 жыл бұрын
Rory Gallagher & Danny Gatton will be Joe's fav players
@anitavassar17 жыл бұрын
I adore Eric.
@EthridgeMarkS5 жыл бұрын
all though several years old nice to see Eric playing a Les Paul.
@jumbleothia11 жыл бұрын
Johnson = God, ..Bonamassa = Servant!
@barbaracovell9 жыл бұрын
fabolous
@bassplayersayer9 жыл бұрын
Its recorded on a phone, That's why I can't hear the other amps. It's pretty cool, Really cool show. I think the guys had a lot of fun.and that's what its all about. Rock On.
@libbysvideos9 жыл бұрын
bassplayersayer I shot the video - I can tell you that it was not recorded on a phone - Eric's amp is low because I was not in front of it, I was in front of Joe's. Simple as that. Joe's appearance that night was NOT public knowledge beforehand. I was privy to it though, and chose visual position over audio perfection. They definitely had fun and so did I. Glad you enjoyed the video (I think?). :)
@russelmurray92683 жыл бұрын
Not your fone it's the engineer
@dalefunk98639 жыл бұрын
I've seen both of these guys at different times in their careers but never together. They are both extremely talented and if I could play a tenth as good as either one I might critique them... but.... I can't.... I can only say they are both great and fun to watch and listen to.
@natecassou683210 жыл бұрын
Those fast arpeggio licks are all EJ's even what JB was playing.
@rfd7310 жыл бұрын
Totally agree
@dirliedirl10 жыл бұрын
Absolutely true, but Joe has always maintained that he learned a great deal from EJ, including those licks. So at least he's not being an a-hole about it.
@BoxcarFred7 жыл бұрын
Wow! Two genius guitar players! I'm happy now!
@thebalance686910 жыл бұрын
Two master, doing what they love to do, having fun, sparing, jamming, creating on the spot. The haters are all just jealous they ain't up there nor never have had such an experience. I'm thankful to of been on a stage with other fun loving guitar players letting loose, overextending ourselves and the solos, wanking off and having a great time.
@WileECoyotey11 жыл бұрын
Joe (and of course Eric) have brought rock guitar solos to another level.
@divinesouls55358 жыл бұрын
That fire bird is stunning
@BossHossStudios12 жыл бұрын
LIBBY.. You are the BEST!!! THANK YOU!!!
@jeffreyburton72847 жыл бұрын
Holy Moley, that is insane. Two monster players with very complimentary styles. I love how these guys just love to JAM!
@christiangasior4244 Жыл бұрын
Eric aged so gracefully. Dude always looks good.
@DilbiWilber8 жыл бұрын
they make each other better.
@adamxlr2010hotmail11 жыл бұрын
Saw Eric at Bath in UK last year, for part of the encore he did The wind cries Mary spot on to the original.
@bryanmannoia84106 жыл бұрын
nice video, thanks for shooting and sharing!
@Rhythmicsolo4 жыл бұрын
You can Hear these guys have waited a long time for this show down. Joe definitely has the balls and the talent to stand toe to toe with Eric.. Just incredible to watch. Wow!!!! Blown away!!!! I love the Comment saying Yoda meets Luke...lol... so true. :)))
@russelmurray92683 жыл бұрын
Eric has a definite style while Joe has the ability to cover everyone's style not that Eric can't
@rccarsandmusic26415 жыл бұрын
After reading the comments Eric owned this!
@littlewing629 жыл бұрын
for those people saying that they sound similar. well there you go, the proof that they're different and just share the same of the pentatonic scales as every one else.
@shemueltannak4799 Жыл бұрын
VIRTUOUSSSSSSSSSSSS👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏AMAZING JOE!!! GREAT JOE!!! UNBELIEVABLE JOE!!
@gitmani12 жыл бұрын
It's nice to see to very gifted guitar players, sharing the same stage and enjoying each others playing. I think that's what music is all about! Thanks you for the post!
@michaelharrisson16832 жыл бұрын
Man that Eric Johnson... He's the train.
@imissmysol12 жыл бұрын
One of my fav's totally shredded by two greats. I have been privileged to see EJ but not JB yet...one day....
@bbb89972 жыл бұрын
don't waste your time
@vilmosswb240311 жыл бұрын
Two greats with their own unique style of playing blended into a blender and you get .Titans of music... both are gifts from God... if Jeff Healey was still alive i'm sure he would love to jam it up even more :))) keep on rockingggggggggggggg SwB
@jhinds063011 жыл бұрын
I agree with other posts. I'd pay good $ to see either in concert. Both have done other projects with other artists, and they are very humble with a "how can I help" mentality.
@TheLespauladdict12 жыл бұрын
Absolutely AMAZING! Both are incredibly guitarists and this is a killer cover of a Blues Classic!
@less_concerned12214 жыл бұрын
Joe sounded incredible through that Firebird!
@BrettFairchild11 жыл бұрын
Two colossal titans on stage with another, how did the stage not explode
@levicowan265010 жыл бұрын
Eric Johnson and Joe Bonamassa, what are a great collaboration
@rodolfoperalta518011 жыл бұрын
Is anyone paying attention to the bass player? he kicks ass !
@gordonrehm3350 Жыл бұрын
Truly amazing, in the moment playing. Would you happen to know his name?
@dennyburnworth50328 жыл бұрын
Battle of the guitar nerds with the audience being the winner!
@jhinds063011 жыл бұрын
I saw Eric as a guest at Joe's concert in Austin about 18 months ago. Eric played about 2/3 of the time, and he was absolutely incredible. Joe was very humble in his intro, and the roles were reversed. You can search KZbin for "Bonamassa Johnson Austin" to see for yourself. I'm not sure of your background, but I've seen enough blues jams to know that the guy on the mic calls the shots, and, if he doesn't feel the other musician caught his signal, he's going to keep playing.
@killereverb39288 жыл бұрын
When you hear EJ play, eyes closed you KNOW it's him and no one else. That's called a signature style - harder to develop than many realize. All the greatest have that. When Joe plays, he sounds like anyone of a number of players. His style is more muddled. Let the analysis start there. Have fun!
@recordjnky8 жыл бұрын
Joe's tone is UN FUCKING TOUCHABLE -- so clean and precise....Eric takes a back seat to the new master
@calumobrien92348 жыл бұрын
Joe Bonamassa doesn't sound like any player to me. Tonally, maybe he doesn't stand out as such, but his playing style is extremely distinctive, very cleanly played and consistent.
@maximalist50386 жыл бұрын
Aaron M you do realize that even Joe B would say that's bullshit right?
@rccarsandmusic26415 жыл бұрын
Well said Eric worked to perfect his style and is one of the best skilled player with his own style!
@BBQDad463 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant!
@deadreckoning2922 жыл бұрын
Damn. That was flat out awesome.
@keithelliott265710 жыл бұрын
Unfortunate that Eric's guitar couldn't be heard but what a performance anyway!!
@libbysvideos10 жыл бұрын
I was standing pretty much directly in front of Joe (and his amp). One has to make choices - go for the best sound.... go for the best shot? Try to get a balance of both with limited equipment? I usually do the latter. Glad you enjoyed. :)
@libbysvideos12 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
@cubsfands2910 жыл бұрын
joe bonamassa has the absolute best fretted playing chops of anyone alive. fucking amazing player, could play circles around me but he seriously should reconsider treating guitar playing like a competition like these two had in this solo. its not even music at that point man.
@Badger46910 жыл бұрын
Bonamassa vs. Govan, Battle of the decade.
@rfd7310 жыл бұрын
And honestly, if this was a competition, Eric won that competition twenty 23 years ago when he released Ah Via Musicom, in my opinion there is no Bonamassa album that can match all the musicality of Ah Via Musicom.
@hulldanfan10 жыл бұрын
Badger469 LOL - There's no point in having that competition. Joe is very very good at what he does, but Guthrie is just godly at everything.
@Badger46910 жыл бұрын
hulldanfan I'd have to agree. GG is something otherworldly. It looks like his style will never be popular though. He's probably a little too sophisticated for the average person. In the end, the song is just as important as the playing and Guthrie lacks the songs IMO. When I think Guthrie Govan I still think Jamtracks blues on You Tube. That's the best playing I've ever heard.
@hulldanfan10 жыл бұрын
Badger469 Have you heard his solo album, 'Erotic Cakes' - Its a masterpiece and probably more accessible as a listener than the Aristocrats material, which I can well understand people not getting.
@mjw655512 жыл бұрын
Whoa...Thanks for the Steppin' Out tip! These guys are both just great...but Joe really shines on Steppin' Out...trying to get Eric to bite on the repeating line...but Eric wouldn't jump in...or should I say...he wouldn't step out. Fantastic just the same. Brother...you were really lucky to be there!!! Peace... MJ Wright
@rrhwattimena11772 жыл бұрын
Wow... Thanx for the upload. 👍🏽
@DioHenda12 жыл бұрын
150 likes 0 dislikes.it says everything!
@jgwolford11 жыл бұрын
Eric has always been a thin small guy and a fantastic guitarist. I saw him in a small club in Boulder Colorado1987 and he was amazing.
@jamesquitadamo19172 жыл бұрын
Chris Maresh on bass. smokin' Wayne Salzman on drums what a night!!!
@robthemobthegreat12 жыл бұрын
Joe Bonamassa kicks ass in this song. Just listen to his bendings - great!
@MrParisienWalkways12 жыл бұрын
You are exactly right! Joe has nothing Original to offer.
@MrCoolhandLucas12 жыл бұрын
Oh wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Serious magic when the two guys start trading bars. Wonderful !
@ergonzales12 жыл бұрын
Superb! Fantastic performance from these two great guitarists! Thanks for posting.
@Onehappyworlds2 жыл бұрын
You know what this is AWESOME!
@doppler5512 жыл бұрын
Bladestrummer said it best. What a treat to see theses two play. Thanks for posting
@glenkepic32082 жыл бұрын
"Watch this, EJ' This is just the beginning,,,"
@bluzzpower10 жыл бұрын
Everytime I listen to this...just gives me all that much more inspira tion..Incredible Jam!
@emanuelbief70883 жыл бұрын
This is a jewel
@oldfert11 жыл бұрын
I have never witnessed Mojo from either of these guys until now. Awesome....just awesome.
@mjw655512 жыл бұрын
Wow...Finally a version of Crossroads to rival, or even surpass Clapton's on Wheels of Fire! Of course...between Joe & Eric, I think they covered just about every Clapton lick from the original. I especially dug Joe's old single PUp Firebird, and Eric's gorgeous Gold Top! Thanks a million for this vid. Peace... MJ Wright
@Bassballs58 жыл бұрын
That was really awesome... Both players are well versed in MANY styles, but in this 1 4 5 they both stayed with the blues format and didn't go off in "shred" mode, which both are very capable of doing very well... Not to mention, GREAT rythem section...
@castagnaf1 Жыл бұрын
Ummmm, So perfect!!! Thank You!!
@blues8607 жыл бұрын
joe bonamassa is great blues guitar player.
@project10bball12 жыл бұрын
this is some of my fav playing by joe in awhile
@tunacolada202011 жыл бұрын
Texas meets New York !its all so good
@charlieford311 жыл бұрын
COOL. Totally agree with what you wrote. On the vid, you can hear that Eric is quieter than Joe...... I like to hear him more, but I think he is the gentleman you say, and he lets the other guitarist go for it.
@1954tele11 жыл бұрын
And who won the battle of the Titans?....................We did !! I remember viewing this for the first time.......Their trade-off from 5:02 thru 5:30.....I have yet to find the words to describe. Joe's expression at 5:15.........Priceless!!
@berkstar11 жыл бұрын
I always found Eric Johnson to be the perfect Guitar gentleman. Never louder or overpowering other guitarist that are onstage with him. He would probably be the best Head cutter on the stage but would not overshadow the other guitar players. Just check all the other videos with him playing with other guitarist. I think you will know what I'm talking about. Playing by himself he is totally Godzilla stomping down Tokyo! Great jam here though.
@Dontwant2thinkofuser11 жыл бұрын
Two best tones in modern guitar music.
@tunesmith10010 жыл бұрын
I will bet that 99.9 % of the negative comments are from wannabee's that couldn't play their way out of a wet paper bag !! Both of these players are world class !!!
@Tonguefunsome12 жыл бұрын
Always love the tone these two have,they never sound bad.
@Fitzliputzli2312 жыл бұрын
Even a crappy mix like this one cannot kill top players like these ones. It is still amazing to listen to.
@rpoole312 жыл бұрын
Two of the best on the planet!
@leftyzappa12 жыл бұрын
Completely excellent. Thank you for putting this up!
@BlazeDriscoll11 жыл бұрын
absolutely great, especially for a one camera shoot
@cme4u10 жыл бұрын
Great tones and great solos... ;)
@andyslowhand8912 жыл бұрын
Did you see?, after of this they has fire on their fingers!!, awesome...