FRANK MARINO & MAHOGANY RUSH - All Along The Watchtower

[@robbyparks6395]

Saw him in 1977 amazing

[@drummerdaver]

Amazingly..and sadly, underrated and under appreciated

[@irvingrosenbloom4065]

May be in my opinion the best rendition of this song, EVER.

[@MAX-sc9fg]

@Dr. Bombay Neil Young in Farm Aid and The Allman brothers are the best ever

[@kentmaas6936]

I AGREE...

[@scottmccandless8111]

This has always been my favorite COVER of the Hendrix version until I saw this one. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIWmendtm7aGh8U

[@yannyburger]

I used to think Hendrix, til I heard this version. Frank Marino is one of the most under rated guitarists of all time.

[@billstraub7860]

This is the best live version, not even Hendrix could recreate his studio version on stage.

[@doubleuseven]

The best version I've heard. Jimi would be proud and enjoying the ride.

[@gail-marieellis2672]

I sure this was at Place des Nations Park in Montréal...I was there

[@RickMcCargar]

Bob Dylan wrote this...

[@wiseoldfool101]

​@@RickMcCargar it's a hellnof lot closer to Jimmies version. He didnt whip out.the acoustic

[@knightfall9394]

@@wiseoldfool101who’s jimmie?

[@StevenClements]

@@knightfall9394 Mary's friend

[@andyhilgartner8602]

I am saddened to hear Frank Marino is ill and audiences will not be able to see him in future concerts . As , a long time fan since the 1970's I only hope that one of the most underrated really great guitar players will be heard again by his fans . It would be great to hear Frank Marino sing and play guitar on one more album or CD with new songs . Gregg Allman produced a studio album three years ago that was an example of his best work in 30 years . May , God Bless you and I feel fortunate to have seen you in concert . You are by far the best guitar player I have ever seen in person - Finish Line was one of your best songs and that album cover was fantastic . Frank you are indeed special !! Best Wishes . From Andy in Florida .

[@myoldmate]

All good things come to an end my friend sad to say. I've seen Frank live 3 times, late 70's through to 2007 and he remains in my top five favourite players in almost 50 years of appreciating great players. The others are for me, Jimi, Gilmour, Knopfler and, maybe surprisingly, Wilko Johnson.

[@paulschrag5747]

We can only hope the doctors find a solution for his shoulder problem and Frank can soar again. Please get better, Frank.❤️🎸

[@privateidaho1029]

Very sad news indeed.

[@johnmartin2597]

Nice words, Bud.

[@rickr.mortis4821]

Saddens me also. He was and is the Strange Universe orbiting my world. That very album completely changed my whole life. Thank you, Frank!!

[@maggieforbesshubie]

In my own humble opinion I believe Frank is quite possiblity the greatest guitar player that's ever lived! The man could literally play anything and everything he played was infused with soul and ferocity! I hope he is able to play live again one day soon. Praying for you Mr Marino! 🙏🙏🙏

[@optimystic1282]

I listen to this once a week and cry every time.

[@FASBLAQUE]

😂

[@Napco205]

Masterpiece cover! Frank is my favorite all time guitarist,...insanely underrated.

[@OscarGoldmanomesayin]

I agree man! Thanks for echo ing my thoughts!!

[@KingSuzukiGSX1400]

Most people can't comprehent Frank Marino, he is so far above anything else of it;s kind of music..

[@mikkohyvarinen159]

Just like what you said...

[@atdougherty]

Disagree, he had real talent, saw him when he opened for Kansas (they did suck) he was the real show, he played this cover and he ended with "O Little Town of Bethlehem" on his guitar which he made sound like a church organ...........there's no way you can say he's overrated because who covers O Little Town of Bethlehem? nobody covers that .............. nope he was amazing full stop

[@kevingardiner5608]

wow your a real fool ! In concert he blows away almost everyone else !

[@markvincent7473]

One of the most underrated guitarists ever

[@ralex3697]

Definitely not underrated, great career with Mahogany Rush

[@hankgarza4975]

Hey Marky Mark, who UNDERRATES him? You see this comment is moronic... he is loved by MILLIONS, you Schmuck.

[@bobdeyoung7261]

More unknown than under rated.

[@JamesFolkers]

There’s that word again…

[@Mattythebassman]

Frank Marino and Uli Roth are the two most underrated guitarists ever. Both absolute legends and pioneers. Both do amazing renditions of this song.

[@Geardog361]

I hear you, early scorpions and electric Sun were in my top 5 listening choices for a long time!

[@guyfrenette6937]

Just discovered frank Marino I wish I was younger to see him live

[@axl8653]

Truly.

[@louisbelanger8792]

​@@guyfrenette6937I was there! 1979 15yold

[@andyj845]

Shawn Lane who is also criminally underrated has an incredible performance of this song too.

[@oatnoid]

Best version ever.

[@jimimurti]

There are even better versions but you probably didnt hear yet. This one is awesome anyway.

[@Siamese328]

RIP Jimmy! Thought of you often over the years I left Montreal

[@RockNRollKid]

I miss Frank Marino and jimmy Ayoub , Paul and Vinnie. Im so sad without Mahogany Rush.

[@davidhadley370]

I've always loved Marino... He deserves more acclaim.

[@Rysheak]

This version By Frank Marino gives me shivers

[@nordattack]

Frank is one of the best, but don't forget his amazing drummer and bass player, those guys are machines.

[@seamanjive]

And other guitar player!

[@elliottberry5317]

...And that ladies and gentlemen, is how its done! 🎸🔥⚡

[@dannfinley794]

Saw Frank/Mahogany Rush twice in Atlanta 1978/1979. One large arena and one small venue. They were incredible both times! I'm almost 70 and I still love Frank and MR today. Rock On !!!

[@The-Contractor]

Such a beautiful, soulful rendition of a timeless classic.

[@georgestevens1502]

Great original arrangement. Hint of Dolly Dagger in the opening licks. Then spot on Jimi lines between the verses. He has an excellent singing voice too. Hard to imagine a better live version of the Jimi version of this song.

[@MrPhotodoc]

Randy Hansen does a pretty good one.

[@nonprophet8829]

Bob wrote it. Jimi reinterpreted it. U2 reinterpreted it Dave Matthews reinterpreted it, along with countless others. Frank Marino took ownership. And the studio version off of “Tales of the Unexpected” deserves a listen.

[@benkkonzsella8544]

Amen to that bro 🎸 👍

[@jimimurti]

Its a copy of Hendrix' interpretation but nevertheless great job!

[@benkkonzsella8544]

Can't stop playing this version, masterful by a bloody fantastic guitar player, I saw hendrix, Clapton, this dude is equal 🎸😍👍

[@loulagro2315]

Nobody has ever topped Jimi's version ...... Period.. ... And I LOVE Frank Marino! Legend . .....

[@jamesyoung3006]

Bob Dylan re-recorded it after hearing the Hendrix version.

[@cindyfry4056]

I saw these guys in concert in Omaha Nebraska on my 18th birthday now I'm 60 .

[@lesfoliesbergere3997]

A fond memory from the distant past in a concert; East coast😅 An flock of annoying gits was finally silenced when Frank projected magical imagery with a splendid solo😊

[@phillipdeitch2749]

Oh, Yes! Frank Marino! The Canadian " Jimi Hendrix!" Of the " Immortal in the Solar System" 1970's!

[@deanv378]

Saw him in Montreal in the 80s. Always surprised he does not play a fender Stratocaster. Awesome talent.

[@TS-cc5bw]

Never got his due. Badass underrated player. Saw him in Pittsburgh several years ago... maybe one of his last tours? Just incredible still. Best wishes Frank.

[@knightfall9394]

He was his own worst enemy, there are a lot of things that did not help his career. The music he was writing in the 70s wasn’t exactly gonna get him radio play, what little commercial success he had was johnny b goode and two hendrix covers. Also the spirit of jimi hendrix story didnt help, and to make matters worst he doesn’t exactly try to downplay that with the hendrix covers. Its admirable that frank has pretty much just done what he wanted and how he wanted to, personally i dont care for his 70s output, but the guy is a great player.

[@TS-cc5bw]

Have to agree with you mostly... he just really 'hit the spot' with a few of us late 70s. Thanks for your perspective... appreciated! 👍✌️

[@nova2fly209]

I first saw these guys in a tiny club called "Pier 6" in Annapolis Maryland.. I was about six feet away from Frank watching him rip out these phenomenal guitar licks all night long...it was incredible to see and hear so close up, and only 2nd to seeing Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon tour in the 70s

[@nikkichockawonga]

hands down the best performance of this track I've witnessed, by a country mile. I just discovered Frank Marino, I have a feeling I'm going to enjoy this musical journey.

[@robertsumners931]

Me to.!!!

[@louisbelanger8792]

Go see live at cal jam 2 1978

[@barryfulton4308]

Definitely a Legend, I grew up with❤❤

[@buddybolden846]

Cool tribute❤

[@davidbradley8286]

One of THE MOST under rated guitarist and performers ever. Saw him in concert in late 70s in Richmond Va at a monsters of metals show. He blew the roof off.

[@JamesFolkers]

There’s that word again…

[@Antoniberico]

NO MORON, PAUL KASSOF,RORY GALLAGHER,ROY BUCHANAN, THE LIST GOES.....ON' & ON O THOSE "OVERLOOKED" TOMMY BOLIN, MICK TAYLOR? SHIT, LOST TRACK

[@myoldmate]

Frank is a great player, his soloing is unmatched, so free.

[@williamharris1822]

Best version ever in C sharp.I still like Neil Youngs version in A minor better though.

[@HawaiiJetboat]

This was a Master Class in Rock N Roll. Singing Live and adding his own vocal range and interpretation (in key), ripping tasty melodic fills between the lyrics and building solos from blues speed to blistering speed all in 1979, no INears, no computers just musicianship...also hats off to the band for providing the steady groove.

[@nickpavlovich2312]

EPIC MARINO SOUNDS AWESOME OCTOBER 2023

[@pepewherrems1359]

Awesome band awesome guitar player i knew him many years ago when a vinil came to my hands.

[@alwilson3204]

Fans often overexaggerate or underestimate, but when it needed precision and skill and emotion, Frank was the guy to have playing the songs as much as anybody. Good singer and fantastic guitarist (although mostly jazz-based) when he decided to let loose he could do Hendrix as good as the master himself.

[@OscarGoldmanomesayin]

Frank is incredible and was my main inspiration to play guitar way back in 1973 when I was 11 This is the BEST version of all along the watch tower too! All his old albums should impress ANY guitar player, If not I'd have to question your skill. He is sooo under rated. Such a shame.

[@jendrix56]

The best is that of the great Jimi Hendrix...this is very good too.

[@OscarGoldmanomesayin]

Right on! Love Jimi too of course! Jimi was surely a main inspiration too Frank. Wish Jimi was still here, Who knows what Rock would sound like now if he was. He's gone though, And that suck's, But I'm glad there are still great's like Frank still alive. I've seen him several times from the late 70's right up to the last time which was 2013. That time was in a small venue in NJ, I was no more than 6 ft from him this place was kinda small and I got there early, He was so cool, Played 4 sets with about 8-10 minute breaks between. Each time he came out and drank a beer with those of us close, Talked with everyone like he was just another guy in the bar! haha! Oh yeah, He NAILED everything, And played nothing but the older FMMR from albums like MR4/Power of Rock n Roll/World Anthem and even a few from Strange Universe! Most of the times I've seen Frank from the late 90's on, It has been small Venuses or clubs and Every time he has mingled with his fans throughout the show. I just turned 55 and I have to say, Thank's Frank for a LIFETIME of great rock and memories!

[@jendrix56]

Totally agree.

[@bookofthedamned]

I hear you! His live record was mandatory learning material when I picked up the electric guitar when I was 16

[@TheSentientParadox]

That's funny. You were eleven? Ha ha! He was seventeen the year you started and had only been playing for FOUR YEARS!!!!! Stick THAT in your pipe and smoke it!! LOL

[@glenn3740]

He is one of a kind sound nobody is like him

[@marcdavis2745]

Awesome Talent Had Several Of Frank's Mahogany Rush LPs

[@RickMcCargar]

What a great rendition!

[@domenicoantoniocanzio-kh5mu]

Maestro 🎸☮️🔥

[@loniebrown9646]

Rock 104 in Olds Alberta Canada, played this, and I never heard this before, I'm amazed.

[@michaelobrien8219]

wow!!! what a tight band...powerful guitar and vocals...an obvious Hendrix fan.

[@marccotter2726]

I saw Frank in the late 70’s and to this day I can close my eyes and still see him up on stage: he was amazing! I have seen a lot of bands and artists in my lifetime and Frank, in my humble opinion, is a standout and one of the greatest ever!! God bless you Frank and thank you!!

[@myoldmate]

Me too. My favourite guitarist from that era.

[@Sam-mm5jg]

Don't forget this Dude 🎉

[@MikeS-el6vd]

Saw them in the 70’s as an opening band for Heart. So, so good!!

one of the greatest guitar player...the spirit of 70's...

[@jordanboomershine8538]

😲 wow.... I don't know what else to say. FANTASTIC

[@robinfroedin5095]

What a masterpiece ! This is the best cover of this song!!

[@claudebuysse7482]

A great canadian musician !!!

[@niriaashwell5885]

fucken amasing 2023

[@robertjackson2663]

Back in the day I bought every record I could of his, one of the best ever musicians.

[@mrflipperflopper3495]

Wow...... few can hold a candle... let’s put him with johnny winter/ Hendrix / Leslie west/ Pat travers and more !!!

[@salami124]

Frank Marino is a real good player. I enjoyed his music. -Johnny Winter

[@ralex3697]

Yes, Johnny Winter for sure

[@bindig1]

Such a great version of a great song. Mahogany Rush was so cool. That classic 70s hard rock sound. I love it

[@christophertote8912]

Frank and the band are great!! They always came to St Louis! One year the drum kit broke; there was silence...then Frank "well, until this gets fixed I"LL HAVE TO ENTERTAIN YOU!" and he just let rip and tore it up!!! Did a bit of the Star-Spangled Banner with his teeth ala Jimi ... Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush - Thanks for great times shared with music!!

[@dnalormlohdil7923]

Frank Marino is really into it! Like always...

[@robertwilson7301]

Wow what a performance. I never get sick of it. Master guitarist. His voice is great to.

[@oatnoid]

That is one bad ass SG. I still have so much to learn. Play this at the bar on the juke box. Blows pedestrians out of their shoes.

[@faceman9117]

no offense to those who came prior to Frank, but by far, this is the best version of this tune...."No reason to get excited....."

[@zindy29]

I've seen Mahogany Rush a few times in the 70s, awesome guitar player, thanks.

[@johniannucci6300]

Frank Marino is a powerhouse of music! God in His mercy gave him talent!

[@ralex3697]

One of the greatest to grace the planet Power and excitement in his playing

[@jimimurti]

Awesome interpretation of Hendrix' interpretation. Love Marino since decades.

[@robertoautore9252]

The greatest guitarist of all time Legend Frank Marino.

[@theherbpuffer]

Lol nah you got another thing comin

[@RETROSATAN]

lol, I love me some Frank but c'mon,.. underrated and/or underappreciated, yes. But the greatest? far from

[@sailorgregor]

Hendrix rarely, if ever, performed this Live ... glad to see MRush blow it up right

[@markmadison4281]

Isle of Wight

[@lizzie8561]

Atlanta Pop Festival July 4, 1970.

[@joelswieca4779]

this track and performance are unmatched

[@FighterPilot1945]

Unfortunately in life sometimes things come to an end and we have to reluctantly accept it and relish the greatness we have achieved in life and be grateful for it❤️

[@mattiha]

Great version. Vocals, guitar playing, the band and all are just perfect. It's very rare to see so much passion in music.

[@gmonti1111]

Frank is such an unbelievable talented guitarist . I turned a lot of people onto him in the 70s. Rock on brother

[@MichaelWiberg-nh5cd]

This man plays so well its all about Rock n roll expertise awesome enough for me!Rock on folks!

[@benoitmartin3432]

What a sound. Perfect.

[@fuzzballhalltaurus2117]

Don't get me wrong!! I love all the new Rock/Metal/Blues stuff out there! Amazing bands around the world. But Frank Is something else THIS IS MUSIC !!!! ;) Rock On Frank.

[@crazyfunny1056]

Still listening in 4-2022 🤘✌

[@mikezuckerman521]

The 'white' Jimi Hendrix without any doubt!!!

[@kentbrady6358]

He's just about the same is Jimi Hendrix

[@Express-420]

agree

[@anton2417]

Think that title goes to stevie ray vaughan. His version of little wing was out of this world.

[@mikezuckerman521]

I saw Stevie RV live in Austin play it....and live in Oak Cliff Bamboo Room where he was raised.....watch his live performances on Austin City Limits to see/hear how great he was, top 10 of all time imho....

[@aocidicoa]

Zappa is laughing at you.

[@MrChetanG]

Frank Marino..... "One" with the music

[@pstevens000]

I heard Marino in the 70's touring with the Stampeders and they blew them away. The encore just didn't want to end. The night was electric.

[@FighterPilot1945]

Outstanding musician frank Marino luv him👍🎸👌❤️🇬🇧

[@peterdagata436]

Unbelievable!!! Great piece of work. Wish the younger generations get this.

[@WootTootZoot]

There are still a few radio stations in the US that will take requests, or at least recommendations. Call your local station and ask them to play more tunes from Mahogany Rush.

[@davewilkirson2320]

Now that ladies and gentlemen is a master at work. One of the best.

[@anthonyperkinstony6181]

Simply amazing! No words can explain

[@garylankford9306]

My friend Mike and I listened to Strange Universe so much we wore it out. I remember sitting and staring at the cover for such long periods of time trying to take it all in. Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush were a big part of my music in the 70s, and had me searching for similar bands to listen to as well.

[@garyklafta3411]

BRING THIS MUSIC BACK !!!! -YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU ARE MISSING YOU PEOPLE TODAY !!!!

[@stefanomerli5102]

Fantastic.......Frank marino the best

[@cygnus53]

That whole album is stellar.

[@toxsickdog]

Is there a Live Album with this same exact version? I have 1 live marino vinyl but Watchtower isn't on it. and I also have the studio version which is good, but this '79 live version kills the studio. incredible guitar playing & tone on this one, & fantastic vocals. I wish I had a recording of it.

[@marcellino1956]

wow thats 70's guitar playing if I ever heard it....Brilliant !!!!

[@satanstomp8973]

I first heard frank in 1977 i listened to punk after but i never stoped listening to frank marino or lemmy i amazed freinds for years playing mahogany rush live had copies stolen .they couldnt beleive they hadnt heard of him

[@sarayoung544]

my first concert in 1975 was at the Indiana State Fairgrounds Coliseum....Mahogany Rush, Angel and Black Oak Arkansas. It was pretty badass.

[@TheShredfester]

Totally BADASS Sara!!!

Holy $#!T Sara! I remember seeing Frank in '80 or '81....and I did stage lights for Jim Dandy (BOA)....absolutely crazy times. I survived.

[@sarayoung544]

yeah he was awesome and I loved Jim Dandy!

[@KillerMcDiller]

I saw Frank Marino in 1980 with Pat Travers. Angel would have been cool, I bought the White Hot album when it first came out. My first concert I was 14 yrs old went to Hippy Beach at Lake arrowhead and saw Iron Butterfly, Blackfoot and Iron Horse.

[@farcebook1836]

Caught that show in Denver, except Missouri opened up! That was Badass!!!

[@outoworkdreamer]

What a great intro to this song. FM is such a talented musician.......fun to listen to........

[@Newlife2016]

One of the very best guitarist ever, rock on Frank!

[@jamesmccormick875]

You were so far ahead of your time! Your tone, your playing, just amazing. I love that you don’t just stick to the basics minor and major pentatonic scales that were so typical of 60’s and 70’s guitarist. The use of the minor scale, my favorite scale’s to fall back on, adds so much flavor to your playing.

[@reeddoerr1213]

10:48 pm. Tues. Nite. That happens to be my ALL time favorite rock song ever. Frank does it justice.

[@maryannmoran-smyth3453]

Frank’s definitely does this song some major justice… Keep on rockin

[@jamesyoung3006]

How was Frank Marino not a bigger name. No one could outplay him. Just a monster on the guitar. Complete control and so fluid. One benefit of being Canadian was getting to experience Frank Marino; a true guitar legend.

[@knightfall9394]

He had no songwriting talent and wasn’t exactly a marketable artist for a record company, record execs cant really do anything with your music if every song you write stemmed from a jam and turned into some big guitar laden epic thats why he was doing covers and why he was known for his covers in the 70s. All that spirit of hendrix shit that was attached to his name didnt help and neither did the fact that frank wore that influence on his sleeve

[@maxmenius9839]

Brilliant and bad ass!

[@StefanoMerli-bq6kg]

Chitarrista fantastico........amazing

[@kentishtowncowboy]

This is the first time I've had the chance to see and hear them. I recall an article in NME or Melody Maker stating that Frank Marino had had an LSD trip and woke up in hospital and suddenly playing like Hendrix. Presumably a Publicist's piece of hyperbole but he can certainly play. Good guitarist. Thanks for posting.

[@TrapDaddy65]

I think he was in a car accident and picked up the guitar because he was bored and depressed during the long healing period. Somehow the LSD story circulated and they just let it spread rather than correcting it with the boring truth.

[@paulydirect677]

I saw Frank do this in the 70's at the Ottawa civic center. No disrespect to Jimmy or Bob, but Frank owns this. Hands down the best version in my opinion.

[@rorykush2627]

Watched Frank take out Ted Nugent in guitar playoff contests in Detroit Cobo Hall ... Frank 4 for 4..

[@nsc217]

Jimi wrote this version, Frank’s playing Jimi’s version almost note for note, so how can it be better than Jimi’s version lol?

[@yannyburger]

@@nsc217 no actually Dylan wrote it, Hendrix covered it lile Frank Marino.

[@nsc217]

@@yannyburger Frank is covering Jimi’s version of the song. Dylan’s version was much different

[@yeszenknow]

omg the ride out solo starting at 4:14... he burns the hell outta that guitar

[@sligo405]

Frank be all coiled up. Love the tension in his playing.

[@petemarquette1310]

Awesome awesome awesome