"too jazzy for rock, too rock for jazz" Steve Lukather, professional genius.
@pgbear5 жыл бұрын
A brilliant interview with a brilliant musician. Steve Lukather is one of the greatest living guitarists. Check out his autobiography, it's a great read.
@Cigarsnguitars4 жыл бұрын
Agreed. I’ve been a huge fan of his work and he’s been a big influence on my style of playing since the late 70’s.
@seanvine394 жыл бұрын
It’s not just Steve’s playing that’s gotten him so far...it’s also his charm. Just a great dude to hang with. You have to have both elements. It’s not enough to be a great player. Great players are everywhere. Personality is just as important if not more important.
@guskalogeros90212 жыл бұрын
Brilliant answer. It’s true.
@Greenriver842 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely agree on that
@danielnahuelpi5 жыл бұрын
1:17 "Hero with a 1000 eyes", what an underrated song
@nielsheuven36285 жыл бұрын
@WERTIO Candyman album, great stuff!
@ClaudeColmars4 жыл бұрын
danielnahuelpi I was desperately trying to remember the name of that song but my mind was blank. You just made my day ! :D
@anthonysilva53125 жыл бұрын
I’ve written “musician” on my tax return since 1975..... ‘Nuff said
@s3xinv3gas5 жыл бұрын
This guy is one of the most complete players ever! No discussion.
@TheClampounder4 жыл бұрын
negative he couldn't even play any of Marty Friedman's music.... but Friedman was easily able to play Lukather's kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2e1kKCLaLtmeM0
@davidnuijten81334 жыл бұрын
Joseph E why is it that marty friedman didnt play on a 1000 records. Because he is not the Guy the producers thought he would get the job doen. Luke was/is that guy
@VBshredder4 жыл бұрын
100% agree, i only really discovered the guy recently (besides hearing all those records he was on not knowing it was him), but he's blown me away. The guy can both shred and play as tastefully as anyone out there, as well as occasionally just cut loose and let it all out, all the while seemingly hitting every note perfectly.
@onevoiceinc3 жыл бұрын
I love Satch, Eric Johnson, Steve Morse, Petrucci, etc., etc., but you hear the Luke and it's an otherworldly experience. Hands down one of my favorites.
@vanjamilosevic69373 жыл бұрын
"negative" what Marty did there was near as close as original sound.
@danielavenell40804 жыл бұрын
It never ceases to amaze me how humble and self-deprecating he is. Best all-rounder on the planet as far as I’m concerned. Love the guy.
@kamaboko15 жыл бұрын
For those that play guitar, SL is not underrated. He's on top of the mountain with the best of them.
@henrygeorge96685 жыл бұрын
He's not great just ok there's no mountain for him at all
@jeffschamel37565 жыл бұрын
Those who fawn all over Luke wish they could play/be like him. Those who negate his talent or contributions - secretly feel the same way.
@mariorojas37244 жыл бұрын
@@henrygeorge9668 Are you 12 years old? 🤦♂️
@Monomonmamon3 жыл бұрын
honestly I am just starting to be obsessed with SL because I knew him late, never knew the guy behind toto's guitar is a monster
@DrLangly3 жыл бұрын
correct.
@EVEROSFP15 жыл бұрын
Steve is one of the Men for sure...True, honest, humble, brilliant...
@liorauf5 жыл бұрын
Luke is definitely a one of the GREATEST!!! Love this man so much!!! Luke III is an absolute insane axe!!! 🤘🏻❤️
@tomulator5 жыл бұрын
Lior Aufgang I can’t even hardly stand to play another guitar than my Bodhi Blue H/H Luke LIII. It is THAT GOOD. So great to play “live” too...always DELIVERS! 💪🏻😎🎸
@liorauf5 жыл бұрын
Tomulator 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
@tcaustin75 жыл бұрын
I've always thought that if you were building a dream band, that you'd want to start with Steve Lukather, he's a boundless talent and confined to no single style.
@patsun745 жыл бұрын
This is the guy and his guitar that got me back on the horseback so to speak. Paused my guitar paying for almost 20 years. Now I can’t let go of my Music Man LIII prepped with 9-42 Super Slinky EB strings ❤️
@xavierortiz26905 жыл бұрын
@Little luke l have the Sterling version, and it is the most playable guitar!
@patsun745 жыл бұрын
Oh yes, it’s awesome! Did a couple of short solos on a friends song...check the guitar here 😍🎸 kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5upe36PZaqraaM
@bobvaningen5785 жыл бұрын
I own a blue luke 1 and it is the best guitar I ever had! Had to wait 10 months for it to get to me.. but all worth it!! Wont sell it.. ever.
@bobvaningen5785 жыл бұрын
@@patsun74 I liked it!
@patsun745 жыл бұрын
Bob van Ingen , thanks man ❤️🎸
@VibhasPatil5 жыл бұрын
Luke is the one who inspired me to be a versatile guitar player. He was the first guy I listened to who could play pretty much everything. Such an underrated guitar player considering the fact that he along with Michael Landau basically were the voices in guitar for the better part of a decade. More power to you Luke!!
@BRNREK473 жыл бұрын
Fiercely proud to say that Steve has just been added to my list of guitar heroes, and it was long overdue. What an enormous talent and such a great down to earth guy. Just tells it like it is.
@dorylobel4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful human being, and one of the greatest guitarists of all time. Period.
@TAB06135 жыл бұрын
Steve seen you in wabash indiana awesome show..... no matter what you do if playing with one of the beatles or ToTo or jam with eddie van halen..... you have been a great part of so many of us 50 somethings lives.... thank you..... god bless and thank you again. Tommy emmanual, jimmie page, eric clapton, edward van halen.... have nothing on you for the sure volume and thankless music you have given us...
@MartyDadRiffs5 жыл бұрын
This rules so damn hard. Luke is the truth! Plus he played bass on Beat It?? Killer!
@milanpolak5 жыл бұрын
Luke, one of the best and often underrated players out there!
@charleswahlstrom31545 жыл бұрын
Nobody who knows who he is thinks he's underrated. Quit using that word... your ignorant use of the language in your comment is underrated.
@danielhadida39155 жыл бұрын
"underrated" means people who know of him don't think he's that good. That's usually NOT what people think of Steve Lukather.
@jeffschamel37565 жыл бұрын
I believe the word you seek is “underexposed” or “under appreciated”
@johnlannikk27014 жыл бұрын
What/Who is a 'Rated Guitarist?' Who gives a %£** about Rates apart from Glossy Mags
@PJyrstinkangas5 жыл бұрын
3:47 "I was thrilled" I see you what you did there.
@stanleysteemer35443 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@scottyecora5 жыл бұрын
5:53 Party in Simon's Pants, also from the Candyman album. It's always interesting to see the fingerings Steve uses to play his riffs. It's often not what you would have thought. I have seen him live countless times and I noticed that he plays most of them close to the nut, using open strings as much as possible and limiting the movements of his left hand. A true master of the instrument!
@gtrman697775 жыл бұрын
That's my favorite song on that album. Too bad I can't find my copy of it. 😢
@jeffyoung28905 жыл бұрын
Steve you are without a doubt my hero, my teacher in some ways, and most of all a friggin' class act sir! Great-great-great indeed man, played on so many records that nobody realizes. And still going strong after all these years dude. God bless you always Steve Lukather!
@F-15_Crew_Chief21 күн бұрын
"I don't know what I'd do without this thing." So true. After almost 40 years of playing guitar, I was able to get a MM Luke 4 30th anniversary, and it has changed my life. I'm playing things I never could. 🙏🏽
@nevbabas5 жыл бұрын
That beat it guitar riff is evergreen. Something simple, but memorable. Steve is a legend!
@saltyassassin3 ай бұрын
Steve's not only my favorite guitarist... He's one of the best human beings out there. What a humble guy.
@mexicanosdelmundo4 жыл бұрын
This video & interview are pure gold. Luke's an icon, one of the most accomplished session & live musicians from the last 4 decades, and great singer & songwriter... not to mention he's also one of the coolest human beings in the music industry. Thanks to him & Ernie Ball for sharing this amazing segment.
@tomulator5 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU Luke for “inspiring” countless guitarists like myself. I understand the “love affair” with the instrument...such a BLESSING to play!!
@Stu0475 жыл бұрын
Great interview! - Luke is undoubtedly the coolest member of our species!!
@GaryParris5 жыл бұрын
one of my fave alltime greatest guitar players
@pamc41064 жыл бұрын
That was fabulous. What a guy. Brilliant.
@danieldamore31875 жыл бұрын
Luke was a big influence on me to pursue a career in music!
@johnpauldeguzman8235 жыл бұрын
The force is strong with this one
@GerryBlue5 жыл бұрын
TBH I've never been much of a fan of his but I respect his attitude 100%. It's not about being the fastest, but the tastier indeed, and the drive to always learn, I can relate to that.
@DannyBrooks15 жыл бұрын
Love Steve! Tells it like it is. He earned his fame and fortune.
@Soxruleyanksdrool2 жыл бұрын
His solo on the Tubes "Talk To Ya Later" is one of my favorite solos by anyone that I ever heard. Why he's not on more lists alongside Hendrix, Page, etc. is a mystery. He's every bit as good as anyone people mention as best ever.
@texrex45805 жыл бұрын
Well done the Ernie Ball company for sharing moments like this with living legends like Steve. He's a truly classy guitarist and very humble about is background. Bet he's a great guy to hang out with.
@hugofolch8765 жыл бұрын
This guy is a Legend
@isaiahmarquez97173 жыл бұрын
I’ll never be “Steve Lukather good” but I won’t stop trying! Thank you for the inspiration, Steve. 🤙🏼
@lorenzocafferata68265 жыл бұрын
I owe this man everything I know about music and playing guitars. He can really play everything, a real Musician. Thanks Luke for your dedication to the music
@shawnkane33485 жыл бұрын
I love this guy! He is sooo inspiring to listen to, because he can do anything! There is no one trick pony for him. For some odd reason, I have loved Toto since I was probably in middle school...late 80's...and have followed him since. Beyond the amazing guitar playing/writing, he is, by far, my favorite vocalist for Toto. Loved his book as well. Just seems like an amazing talent in a normal, everyday guy.
@GeorgyPorgyPuddingPie4 жыл бұрын
“Eddie get’s all the love” So fucking true, so sad that Luke is so underrated, he played the entire Beat It song.
@kevinb.32445 жыл бұрын
Steve is definitely one of the greatest. Hope to hear him and get inspired by him for many, many more years.
@luckyjones225 жыл бұрын
I can’t like this enough. So inspiring!
@bozziovai5 жыл бұрын
as soon as forever thru, i'll be over you ---------------- i can't get enough of Steve Lukather, his work with Toto and his solo albums. Borrowed Time one of my favourite tunes.
@bobvaningen5785 жыл бұрын
I went to see Los Lobottomis 5 times in Holland and loved it. Borrowed Time is great and so is the rest of the repertoire. What I liked about the concerts was.. a song could last 5 or 20 minutes.. depending on the mood of the band. Capture the moment and paint a picture.. thats what it was.
@zaffman5 жыл бұрын
Been following Luke since Toto’s first LP in the 70’s. In fact I always aspired to be able to play as well as he does. Can’t get enough of his guitar playing!! Thanks Luke for all the incredible years of music!!
@awixtube5 жыл бұрын
I so love this guy.... humble and yet great guitarist
@bphilipb5 жыл бұрын
What a great interview. I finished his book in two days and loved it. I would love to see him do a full masterclass updated from the one he did back in the late 80's. Can't wait to pick up and try out his signature guitar. Thank you.
@thefrankcoda5 жыл бұрын
Excellent interview! One of the best guitarists ever. Unbelievable how humble he is compared to the amount of amazing songs he contributed to! Thanks for that, Ernie Ball! ❤️
@markbeaver50104 жыл бұрын
I know I saw Steve playing in a Band when I was in High School in the San Fernando Valley in the early 70's at an outdoor party in Chatsworth, he was great then!!!
@saratogawinner9342 жыл бұрын
Not only is Steve an absolute monster player, but he's just so cool and down to earth. Also, this video is so beautifully produced. Thanks!
@AJgeartalk5 жыл бұрын
I'd like to find the "little kids" that he's talking about! Steve is such a humble soul. I agree that he is one of the GREATEST living guitarists!
@russfink89775 жыл бұрын
Luke's a Beast!
@robroy40585 жыл бұрын
How can you not love this guy? He's one of the greatest, and he is a great guy!
@NoamGonen Жыл бұрын
Luke rocks - a great player, rhythm guitarist, musician and most of all a fine human being!
@thesoultransferprotocol7215 жыл бұрын
A True MASTER.
@BigWisdom5 жыл бұрын
Best of ALL TIME
@Svensonguitar4 жыл бұрын
He is still one of my favorite player, his solo albums are amazing and always an inspiration!
@GeoffSweet5 жыл бұрын
Still remember the moment I learned the Solo, note for note, from Rosana... I still get a thrill out of it every time I have a chance to play it. Thanks Luke!!!
@marcpaola13713 жыл бұрын
I had the same feeling. The end solo was very different to what I'd been playing. I got turned on to Toto and found out who Steve was (this was many years ago), I heard that song and solo and sat down for a longtime learning it note for note and got a glimpse of what he was thinking (feeling), musically during the solo.
@bobvaningen5785 жыл бұрын
A living legend! If ever I get fed up in life I watch a Luke/Toto dvd and it revives me. I just love this guy!! Great interview btw.
@andersthuresson5 жыл бұрын
Smart and down to earth guy! His sense of humor is just as great as his guitar playing.
@moniaguerra80233 жыл бұрын
Steve Lukather One of the greatest guitarists in the world ❤️
@drummersaad4 жыл бұрын
I knew you played in Beat It. Anyone who has been into rock and roll even a little bit knows what you have done over the years. We love you. :)
@srwaite75 жыл бұрын
It’s true! There’s is always something new to strive with the guitar and music. Right on, Luke! ✌🏻
@Greenriver842 Жыл бұрын
Tremendous musician, he can play just anything.
@rz0svp4 жыл бұрын
Top 3 Guitarist for me. Wrote one of the most iconic rock riffs ever on the #1 selling album of all time. Out of all the videos I've watched of him, this is the first time I saw him play the Beat It riff. Iconic!!!
@kevy45485 жыл бұрын
Legend
@Adam-rw1gt2 жыл бұрын
EDDIE get all the love 🤣🤣🤣 Love luke !!
@michaelsnydermusic2 жыл бұрын
This series is so important. It should be featured in musical education. Honestly, I’ve never felt so seen because these guys just get it and the interviewer must be really good to get it all out there. Oh and the lighting is fantastic.
@FrisellFan014 жыл бұрын
I have soooooooooooooo much respect for this guy.... and what he does.....he is the luckiest guy alive......
@Dannyael19774 жыл бұрын
Master!!
@jamesstewart80545 жыл бұрын
Steve I met you at the gas station on Ventura blvd in 1985. Thanks for the autograph. You are one of the top 5 guitarist in my opinion. Cheers James.
@rogercardenas1115 жыл бұрын
I think some of us think ,man I would love to have been in his shoes. Great band and excellent studio musician ,plus made a living out of it.
@kevinstewart81205 жыл бұрын
i liked this one a lot. thanks for sharing EBMM!
@DeathMetalGuitar5 жыл бұрын
thank you Luke for being so true to your art, and in the process, becoming the icon and inspiration for the rest of us....
@gabrielkolovos69975 жыл бұрын
Had no idea Steve played on Beat It! Always thought the bass in that song was kickin!
@techai54665 жыл бұрын
Hi...! He's also the original composer of the riff base, and he played guitar and bass in this song. Hugs from Argentina...!
@ericcarpenter32635 жыл бұрын
Quincy Jones studio band was basically TOTO. Thriller is basically TOTO and Michael Jackson. His playing on there is jaw dropping.
@KiraPlaysGuitar5 жыл бұрын
Human Nature too, of course.
@sandrosadhukhan5 жыл бұрын
Man, he's as real as it gets.
@sheercerebralpower3 жыл бұрын
Spent my youth up to seventh one learning EVERYTHING by Luke…..met him twice and we even shared a dressing room when we opened for Los Lobotomies
@yucatansuckaman57265 жыл бұрын
Is there a better feeling than fresh slinkies on your ax? So satisfying. Never change ernie ball!!!!!!🤘🤘😜🤘🤘
@guttablade37653 жыл бұрын
Man this dude put it all in a nut shell..I'm going to practice every day now..awesome dude...
@eddycabello6675 жыл бұрын
Tasty. Just check out Q's The Dude. Tasteful indeed....and a rocker...he knows what is needed.
@PhuckHue24 жыл бұрын
Legend. glad he's still here
@AlaskanW0LF19 ай бұрын
What id give to meet this guy my parents saw Toto live earlier this year in march
@weed2man3 жыл бұрын
Dude luke is the workingmans guitar God he is humble as all hell and a amazing player!
@ashishdhakal76814 жыл бұрын
Master of universe who took control over music.
@Hazardteam4 жыл бұрын
A REAL musician! I love this guy :)
@pamc41065 жыл бұрын
It's like being in heaven when you play!!!
@kathyettinger32575 жыл бұрын
Love this guy's playing so much!
@dawnpoint5 жыл бұрын
The secret to being successful as a musician: Get your chops together so people want you. Be on people's minds when they need someone to play. Just like Luke.
@jasonpierson98293 жыл бұрын
One of the most humble musicians ever. I spent 30 years in a tux (and I'm classically trained on bassoon). I build trucks now.
@techai54665 жыл бұрын
Steve Lukather, uno de los pocos. Maestro absoluto.
@tunoman5 жыл бұрын
My three favorite riff of all time in the same video👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
@peevee6055 жыл бұрын
God bless Steve Lukather. Nicest guy in the industry.
@kbiggs493 жыл бұрын
He did not bullshit his way he is by far the player , I have Luke followed from the beginning he is the best in my view love everything he has done.
@thaburntone5 жыл бұрын
LEGEND
@WestPhillyNative2155 жыл бұрын
Wow 😮 this was an awesome interview! 👍🏿
@corrickkonie Жыл бұрын
One of the best!!!
@susancorgi2 жыл бұрын
Back in 92 I firstI heard Mr. Luke performed from the Toto live VHS tape and star lick and few albums then i thought oh there are planty guitarists that can do what he does. Fast forward 30 years later knowing more, realizing how wrong i was. He is one of a kind.
@pamc41065 жыл бұрын
Wow. You are the god of guitar players.
@KingGrio5 жыл бұрын
I got here from the 1984 starlicks video. I'm happy Steve's tone sounds like this now !
@JamesRussoMillas5 жыл бұрын
Party in Simon's Pants 🔥🔥🔥
@bubberdy765 жыл бұрын
Awesome guitar. Awesome player! Love the String Theory episodes!