Glen Campbell - Wichita Lineman - 07-27-2012

Glen Campbell - Wichita Lineman - 07-27-2012
The Goodbye Tour
Ozark Empire Fair
Springfield, Missouri
The video is a little shaky at times because I didn't have a tripod. Where I was sitting I didn't have room for one. I did the best I could with what I had and so my hand got a little shaky at times. Hope that you enjoy these videos of Glen Campbell from his Goodbye Tour.

[@michaelquillen2679]

I love TJ Kuenster here, the keyboardist who had been with Glen since 1977. Have seen many a concert with TJ's big smile just groovin' with Glen and waiting for his time to strut his stuff. However, on the Goodbye Tour, he was always so serious and very aware of Glen's actions on stage. Translated: I got your back friend, and won't let you down. Also, notice how the crowd doesn't react negatively when Glen makes a mistake. Translated: We got your back Glen, and won't let you down. The man commanded respect through his music!

[@hauntedby]

Oh man you so right on.

[@secretmission7607]

This is actually a miraculous performance. For anyone who doesn't know, Glen C was suffering from Alzheimers during this tour so every performance was akin to walking a tightrope. Often, Glen looks over to his son for support. Sometimes his face seems to be saying "I've forgotten the next line! What the heck comes next?' Yet somehow his musicality pulls him through. He mistakenly cuts short the guitar solo first time round, but the band foillow him seamlessly. The solo goes as it should the 2nd time but Glen then loses his way a little vocally. Still his talent allows him to improvise a way back! Performing with a faulty brain, and still finding a way to express creativity and beauty in an ever diminishing mental world is utterly heroic. Watching this brings a tear to my eye.

[@JojoJojo-hd3xp]

You put in your comment everything I was thinking and about to say. Gracious words, and beautifully put. There will never be another Glen.

[@mollymaggieandmemollymaggi5189]

@Secret Mission. Excellent commentary. This song almost always brings tears to my eyes. Glen Campbell still has an excellent voice here. Only this week, I’m discovering Jimmy Webb and I’m so happy that he’s still around and not that old. Jimmy Webb is 73 in 2020. While Jimmy sings his songs well, he can’t sing them like Glen Campbell.

[@johntomasik1555]

Damn. How sad to see that happen to your dad....to any kid who had a good dad.

[@foru2c]

It was truly an amazing thing to experience and I brought my mom, who was then 86 years old, to the show with me, suffering with dementia 💔. This is a very special memory for me since she has now passed away at 90 years old. She was my concert buddy and one of the reasons I chose to move to Music City a dozen years ago, back in the days before the music died..... sorry 💔 I am feeling a bit melancholy, it is the day after the loss of another great, John Prine, may he RIP.

[@out4meeify]

@@foru2c wow thank you for this post brought me tears. a very beautiful song.

[@Arturo-sm1tb]

Glen's last solo here proves that musical genius is not of a human body and brain.....it is otherwordly, of the soul...and beyond. There should be no doubt.

[@waynewilbur7720]

It was amazing that he could play and perform as long as he did but I think in many respects that's what kept Him going. And most of his songs he still had Perfect Pitch when he sang

[@oldschool3126]

Glen trusted in Jesus. He's now at rest playing for his Lord and Savior.❤️

[@Arturo-sm1tb]

Perfect pitch. It never left him. Incredible vocals.

[@elaineholleran8814]

No words. Just no words. The world has lost a one of a kind. In tears RIP Glen

[@heaven.sigworth]

SO SO TRUE. TRAGEDY THAT THIS AWFUL DISEASE TOOK THIS WONDERFUL MAN. LOVE YOU GLEN.

[@stevensmith8538]

He wasn't in advanced stages of Dementia of Alzheimers type yet. It's a truly frightening ,creepy and cryptic Nuerodegenerative condition I would wish on nobody. It's traumatic for family like wife and offspring to go through it all with taking care of him when he reaches the point when he no longer can converse or then even body language goes to the wayside..

[@Muffhoney]

Glen Campbell the legend, his music will live on forever especially through his daughter Ashley and sons.. thank you for the years of wonderful music Glen.

[@mikemallette3114]

Every guitar in the world cried when this amazing man left us. He was for sure one of the most amazing talants the world has ever known and for those of us to have been on this earth to have been so blessed to see and hear him live we are so fortunate. His talent was a national treasure.

[@lordemed1]

Amazing how Glen could still play and perform...God bless Glen Campbell and all those who knew and loved him.

[@michaeldigangi3849]

Tears in my eyes as I watch Glen take that second solo. He played better with Alzheimer’s than most people today. What a talent he was. He deserves more than he gets

[@Tiberius291]

One of the greatest songs ever written, and I can't picture anyone else singing it but Glenn. 💖 🎼🎸

[@lakeview1963]

Alice Cooper posted an interview on KZbin on the day Glen passed. In it he noted Glen should be considered one of the top 5 guitarists ever, noting Eddie Van Halen once asked him for a lesson.

[@breeze5210]

Can't think of anyone better, he's technique timing and feel is just incredible

[@deaf19830]

He was amazing! Most people give up, he loved what he was doing. Nothing could stop him from trying,

[@crypto1701]

Very much one of the greatest guitarists of all time!

[@tomad4051]

AWESOME, THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER YOU, Glenn 🫣🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲

[@celestejaworski3124]

As a teenager many yrs ago my parents took me to a show he was at,very talented guitar player singer,songwriter, who is missed

[@ImageProMultimedia]

I was at this show and there was tremendous love in the audience for this great man... who could do no wrong.

[@secretmission7607]

Was it known at the time of the concert that Glen had Alzheimers?

[@George-px6xe]

​@secretmission7607 I think his Alzheimers was announced about 2010-2011 so it should have been yeah

[@moonman4368]

If that doesn't bring a tear to your eye your not Human.... RIP Glen

[@OnTheFritz602]

Damn, his guitar skills were still totally intact as he was fading. He was an underrated guitarist.

[@jimcunningham61]

As well as Lindsey buckingham two great pickers

[@CAVERN1234]

Still better than nothing in the charts today. The man was outstanding ,fantastic,brilliant and beautifully talented.God Bless Glen x

[@garychambers5850]

Yes, 1,000 times better that whatever's on the charts now a days. Glen kicks ass and takes names! 💖🕊💪🏿🎸

[@Godscountry2732]

It was so nice that everyone worked together to let Glen go out on top well-suffering from Alzheimer's. To all those that worked so to make Glens last show one of the best. Thank You and God speed Glen you left us with some great music.

[@augustmozart1055]

Absolute legend! Met him when I was 7 years old on flight out of Tucson. One of the nicest people I ever met!

[@tonywarrentomjones5861]

A gift to play the guitar and sing has not gone wasted! God works in mysterious ways and made this man one of the world's best country singer! GOD BLESS! RIP. in God's house!

[@dannagordon9618]

Oh, My Precious Glen.....We Love you forever and Always...............!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are still with us! We will never forget.

[@1AFVeteran]

Glen passed away today, August 8, 2017. So sad. We will miss you Glen. Thanks for all the great music!

[@brianmoran5705]

Glen you gave us your Heart and soul. We cant ask for anymore! You owned, the stage for a half of century! The mold has been broken. There is nobody that can take your place. The Lord put you on this Earth, for a reason. You gave us hope, you made us feel special when we didn't think it was possible. Your songs will live in our hearts till the end of time. And may The Lord give you comfort in Heaven, Glen. You did it right!!

[@cynthia7406]

Brian Moran Beautifully said❣️

[@1969ryson]

At 76 and with alzheimers he still could play as well as anyone.

[@tomad4051]

Better ❤❤❤❤❤

[@DrFlippin]

With dementia, its the short term memory that goes first, while the longer term memories endure much longer. I believe that's what we are seeing and appreciating here. Wichita Lineman, like all of his other hits was already well imprinted in his mind from playing and performing it over and over, from way back. He's in 'auto-pilot' mode as he merely lets his hands and voice follow the familiar pattern. In this clip, I think* there are moments where he gets distracted, and needs the help of his fellow (family) band members to get him seated back in auto-pilot again. You can see clearly how his family lovingly make the necessary adjustments along the way. Ardent Glen Campbell fans will tear up everytime we see clips like this. With his faithful band members these last performances are a precious gift; and the slight interruptions that dementia wroughts become a beautiful dimension of the late masterpieces this great legend has generously left us. My goodness, what a Legend. Thank you, Glen.

[@mwmichelle1]

A man of great courage. A very poignant piece of film. One of the greats ....

[@stuartperry6683]

Mica Mila glen inspires me. I have early stage dementia and he encourages and gives me hope to carry on and fight. . And I also have children who encourage me and are there for me. God bless you Glen.

[@chriswilson2431]

@@stuartperry6683 keep fighting it Stuart. Be inspired and don’t be scared. Having the illness is one thing, letting go of all the things you’ll still be capable of doing is another. Peace and love to you from GB. 😉

[@GM-xy5tw]

God, that voice was still killer even at that later stage of his life.

[@athanstreitz9178]

Pitch perfect to the very end!!!!

[@CAVERN1234]

Alzamers or not. He shows just what a fantastic singer and beautiful guitar player he is. God bless you Glen xxxxxxxxxx

[@survivrs]

CAVERN1234 I agree, but the last 2+ years he hasn't been able to do either. During his farewell tour in 2011-12, he was on the 2nd verse of "Gentle on my mind", and the teleprompter went out. He was lost immediately and it was halted until they got it working again. My mom had Alzheimer's also and it was so hard to see her decline. You couldn't have a conversation at all.

[@beamer8083]

Never lost his beautiful voice

[@daveguitarnowski4402]

This is just beautiful! Glad I finally saw it.

[@MrBigrumor]

Thank you so much for posting this! I was at this show & knowing that this would probably be the last time I would see this Amazing man perform was bitter sweet. He has played with virtually every entertainer on the planet, was one of the most sought after session players for the "Wrecking Crew", recorded guitar tracks on just about every album ever made in the 60's & 70's, hosted his own network television show, giving many - many people a shot at a music career that wouldn't have gotten one other wise... Most people don't know what an amazing guitar player Glen Campbell was/is, as he literally influenced many of the greats we hear today! Thanks again!

[@survivrs]

AMEN MrBigrumor!!!! You nailed it!!!!

[@jeffreythomas2787]

The world was lucky to have known him😊😢😢🎉❤😊😊😊😊f j b😊😊

[@CobaltNorthernStudios]

if you've ever had the incredible satisfaction of working harmoniously with your grown children you can relate to the immense pride and love Glen Campbell shows here

[@1969ryson]

It was so cool to here that even when he was having a bad day memory wise on this tour, that they said as soon as he was on stage it all seemed to come back to him and at least for a little while he was almost back to his old self. Even towards his last days when he could no longer remember his family they said he could still play. That's truly a man who was born for music.

[@johnmartinez1195]

One of the most talented guitarist ever. It’s such a shame we only have so much time.

[@olentangy74]

My wife and I had the honor of seeing Glen in concert in Virginia in 1992. In addition to being a master musician he exhibited a warmth and genuine love for his audience that you could feel. It was the most memorable concert I ever saw.

[@kelinmemphis]

DAM! EVERY TIME I WATCH THIS, I SEE A GUY JUST DOING WHAT'S NATURAL TO HIM AND LOVING IT. GOD PLEASE BLESS THE FUTURE.

[@cass7142]

1 of the GREATEST GUITARIST OF ALL TIME... LOVE HIS PLAYING AND MUSIC...ITS TIMELESS, AND THIS IS MY FAVORITE SONG OF GLEN'S... WISH HE WAS STILL WITH US, BUT HIS MUSIC AND TALENT WILL BE WITH US FOREVER... R.I.P. GLEN...YOU ARE TRUELY MISSED!!! and it seems he was having a problem with his acoustic guitarist...he kept looking back and saying sumthing to him...like he wasn't playing it right? It looks like he says " PLAY IT RIGHT " when he walked back towards him?

[@tahoma6889]

I love how Glen started to sing before he was finished with the lead. That is how embedded it was in his soul. He had to actually hold back, and wait, for his fret work to finish before continuing the song. That is just epic.

[@Floridafisherman5000]

Still one of the greatest ever!! Still can sing!! Amazing!!!

[@jeffreyadams8345]

Ira Sherman for sure

[@Delatta1961]

I’ve been a fan since watching his verity show at 6 years old. The songs bring back so many wonderful memories of an easier time when life’s biggest worries was coloring in a coloring book

[@roblangford8843]

I'm so glad I got to see Glen live. Magnificent, Magical, Legend. Too much talent for one body, I love that quote.

[@jaynewalters7004]

OMG! how fab was this. what a trooper at that age. what a lovely man. i was in tears. thankyou for the upload. x

[@johnmccormick1853]

It hurt me so severely to watch this ... he GAVE us so much of his soul.

[@jaynewalters7004]

@@johnmccormick1853 do we know each other?

[@johnmccormick1853]

@@jaynewalters7004 Jayne, I don't believe we do know each other, unless I talked to you at one of our shows. Your comment 'hit me in the heart'. I am a lead guitarist & vocalist from South Dakota. Over the past 4+ decades I have worked with the Four Freshman, Three Dog Night, Tommy James and the Shondells, Gary Lewis and the Playboys, Boxtopps, Blood, Sweat, & Tears and others. I 'idolized' Glenn back to when he subbed for Brian Wilson, and for his studio work with so many others. What a player, what a singer, and a good man. Thank You for asking Ma'am.!!

[@bruceforshay4972]

Yes, ladies and gentlemen, this is we're the greatest nation the world. Thank you GC and AC.

[@blank5390]

God bless him and hold him close. And bless his wonderful daughter Ashley whom made it possible for his farewell tour. She cared and watched over him. You can see that in this video. She also has a beautiful voice and she's an accomplished musician.

[@jjb653]

Love this man...such an inspiration for any musician...

[@marilynrose1344]

Oh my I had no idea the talent involved right down the line...this the best quality I've seen yet in a man we all loved and his DNA splashed all o e his home country wow Glen we just love you more than want you and for all time we love and honor you for the lo e you shared with the world when by all rights you could have quietly wandered away to die in dignity rather je shared family members and pure art right down to the end..not exploited just lo ed by family of man...and woman and we re doing fine cuz of you all

[@snappo20]

RIP Glen, typing through tears as I watch. One of a kind, a true virtuoso..

[@dalebaker9109]

You would not even think he was ill, watching this clip! But at this time he was totally racked with dementia, I loved the way his children, looked at him, as too say "your doing just fine dad" absolute class act.

[@Obiwannabe]

In some ways this version is one of his best. Even though he struggles through the words. He lets his guitar speak for him. A true guitarist. I love when he jams this song out too. Rest easy Glen.

[@hunterusp]

If I could go back in time, I would attend this concert. The Campbell family rocks.

[@DebramMcCann]

RIP Glenn your work here is done but you're music will live on .

[@ChrisLee-tl8vc]

So beautifully sang & played by Glen Campbell ! Genius! He & his music will live 4ever in our hearts & minds

[@lynneforsyth8231]

Made me cry...God bless you Glen. ..we shall always miss you xxx

[@OfficialJoeKingOne]

He was slipping here but instinctively he saves it. Then he nails the ending. He was a U.S. National Treasure. RIP Mr. Campbell!

[@stefanwassick3764]

Beautiful....and bittersweet. Glen Campbell was one of my very first musical influences when I was a child. I can still recall my late father playing GC's first album on his old tube stereo...and I was mesmerized. GC was one of the very few who could play virtually any style of music and any song still make it his own. Recently, I listened to his original recording of "Wichita Lineman", then a version from the beginning of his "Goodbye" tour...and now this one. Rather poetic in a sense, as he's "following that line into the distant sun".

[@wemcal]

Wonderful seeing a great song from a great man.... live!!

[@valnauffts9965]

Even with his disease ,still got it ,Glenn I will always love your music and your gut wrenching courage ,you will never be replaced .RIP

[@wcottee]

" And I need you more than want you" RIP Mr. Campbell and best wishes to your family in this difficult time.

[@miguelbisnar6241]

JUST LOVE THIS SINGER AND REMEMBER THE GOOD OLD DAYS. MISSED HIM MUCH FROM THE PHILIPPINES.

[@gazzah54]

i sobbed watching this, such an amazing man

[@asm1]

You are not the only one. But it is compelling viewing.....

[@paulem008]

me too!

[@oddball8974]

Yep.

[@anjdog2003]

What a tremendous artist

[@mikestiehl3385]

Pure Talent Never Dies.........but I miss this amazing dude.

[@celestejaworski3124]

He was outstanding guitar player,songwriter singer,saw him in person with my parents many yrs ago he was so good

[@kelinmemphis]

Dam that was BEAUTIFUL.

[@carlrosendorf5210]

Why am I crying.. Peace ✌️ One for the ages. 2024

[@jewfroismymotto]

Great man gone to soon. I remember watching his bio with my grandmother before she passed.

[@keninvictoria]

In the early 70's I was fortunate to see Glen Campbell play at the Coliseum in Vancouver, Canada. I was about 18, and working at the Coliseum and Agrodome, I got to see just about every band that played in Vancouver, I was more interested in Rock, but Glen Campbell put on the most professional show I had ever seen. I have been a fan ever since. RIP Glen.

[@oddball8974]

Once in a generation someone comes along that sets the standard. He did it for three generations. Incredible man

[@joymcdonald8240]

Heartbreaking to watch for me. I loved his music so much. What an unbelievable guitarist

[@angelaashley726]

Spending my evening listening to one of the greats performing Witchita Lineman. Glen, you are really missed tonight - but we know that you are now in peace.

[@erichoman4333]

The music by Glen and Jimmy will last forever. So this Christmas, on my list, I'm asking my wife for his greatest hits. So my children, ages 13 and 16 will know what great song writing and masterful musicianship sounds like. Glen was and will always be a world wide treasure.

[@desmonddowling235]

God bless you Glen. This video is so touching I am sobbing as I am typing this. God bless the Campbell family

[@msrocker2121]

Amazing how his muscle memory, including his brain, kept him on track. Bless his sweet heart. One of a kind and one of the best ❤️

[@GJS3George]

Love it! He came out like a gladiator to sing it..incredible!

[@Colsoloact-po9wv]

Great performance despite his difficulties....RIP Glen

[@joejones5101]

Glen, you make me cry. Your beautiful, man.❤

[@oldschoolmuscle4436]

Bravo in 2020. One of the greatest artists ever,... over six decades. There'll never be another like him. RIP Mr Glenn Campbell. ❤️

[@tinamarieayer4962]

watching him play with his kids. I always cry. God Bless you Glen. Always loved and thank you so much

[@robholmes6701]

Heartbreaking but wonderful.

[@wesleydickens9283]

i love this recording mostly because it has a more satisfying length with 2 solos by Glen. this song could easily be used as a jam session song with all instruments getting a 1 to 2 minute solo and it would never seem too long.

[@bauhausoffice]

I hope Glenn is well wherever he is. He is one of my heroes .

[@acecriss9326]

Glen Campbell is still alive in my heart. He has fans that are not even born yet.

[@johnnyamerica3438]

Typing through mine tears to. I love you Glen!

[@mattedwards3430]

Bless this fine Human Being for all the joy his music has brought to us all.

[@Chazthefurr]

We saw him in Aberdeen on his final tour (UK segment) - the most warm and emotional concert we've ever been to. A musical genius and a warm, much loved man who we'll never ever forget (by continuing to enjoy his music).

[@mikewilliams7519]

Such a beautiful song. Music was clearly in his DnA. RIP Mr Campbell

[@bobbyricigliano2799]

This performance is wonderful. Thanks for posting it.

[@stoneblue1795]

Peace to you sir and your family.

[@TheMomentEnds1]

Beautiful man and supporting family...so much love

[@tonynichollskeys2417]

His guitar playing is simply effortless. I love you glen xxx

[@binghamguevara6814]

Rest in peace Mr Campbell. Your memory may have faded, but your voice will live on forever.

[@skipkeeley4087]

My best friends dad played on some of Glens albums. His name was Al Casey. Another great guitar player. I remember him telling my friend Mike and i what a great player Glen was.

[@chriswilson2431]

The look on the bands faces when they think they’re finishing the number and glen pulls another terrific solo out of his memory banks somehow. What a man. Damn I’m gutted I found his talent after he passed away.

[@chriswilson2431]

What a top man Glen Campbell was. Brilliant performances right to the end.

[@scarsdale22]

Superb performer and one of the greatest songs… this performance gives me the chills… may the Good Lord keep you in His Bosom…. You will always be on the line!

[@peterhaywood4111]

Dearest Glen, We all want you for all time, and Witchita Lineman is still on the line...

[@sartainja]

Viva the memory and music of Glen Campbell - one of musician heroes. You cannot have a Glen Campbell concert without Ovation guitars.

[@ashburn47]

Rest easy Glen.

[@LisaMarieMJ]

Thank you for sharing this! You did incredible recording this for posterity. Love Glen and this song and missing him. 💜