Guitar Teacher REACTS: David Ryan Harris, John Mayer & Friends "YSD Jam Session"

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[@szymonbalcer]

"How good at guitar are you?" "John Mayer plays rhythm for me"

[@elihintz5620]

Well drh plays rhythm for Mayer pretty much any other time so that’s not really a good way of measurement. Drh is a great player and does what he does really well, but JM is on another level

[@szymonbalcer]

@@elihintz5620 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️

[@agungwayne3090]

@@elihintz5620 Why so serious..

[@jgamble5977]

@@agungwayne3090 damn right they're all uniquely amazing players, Sharky especially, John is the best blues player there but Sharky is on some crazy shit

[@forget2bhuman993]

@@elihintz5620 its a joke.

[@TheRayfield77]

If you're hating on John Mayer, you're not a musician.

[@Emogal1991]

But it's so cool and original to hate on John Mayer! /s

[@dougdavis8986]

They are probably separating Mayer the person from Mayer the musician.

[@davidlub8982]

@@dougdavis8986 what did john do that people are hating?

[@FikriIzzaldin]

@@davidlub8982 he had this huge cocky douchebag & playboy image on the 2000s, but had matured ever since, dude now is like that weird but zen & cool uncle on family gatherings (in a good way)

[@JosephTavano]

@@davidlub8982 His mainstream hits are lame as hell but I've known since the 90s that he was a nasty bluesman

[@kevinborchers3522]

John has always been a generous player but Dead and Co really taught him how to lay back and be a part of a unit. You can see the progression from star to band member just by going through Dead and Co tours

[@Guitargate]

Truth!

[@JustSwell]

@mörkö fantti Sure did

[@KDubs107]

100%.

[@thomashannum7128]

@@Guitargate Tomo Fujita!

[@1satisfiedmind]

So true

[@jackdunne223]

I distinctly remember watching this video and saying “that is the best music I have ever heard.”

[@princeofnatureclew447]

Same

[@sixstringbluesify]

You should listen to some more music.

[@jackdunne223]

Acee Cee it’s all subjective man, if this isn’t your stuff then it’s not for you, all there is to it

[@NoName-jh7yj]

same

[@NoName-jh7yj]

moreover, I distinctly remember seeing this comment and thinking "same", but for some reason I didn't say it

[@zenlifestyleandmannersshow6892]

“I can’t see the bass player, I don’t know who he is.” Story of every bassist 😂😂😂

[@joaoaugustofreire6701]

Looks like Sean Hurley, plays bass with John as well

[@lucasfernandezsoares3967]

@@joaoaugustofreire6701 Indeed he is

[@andrewjackson9654]

João Augusto Freire he’s the guitarist for Smashmouth. Remember them?

[@bluesyace9564]

except for when its Pino Palladino, then your eyes only go to him because of how cool he is

[@zenlifestyleandmannersshow6892]

Ace Dragon facts

[@johnmalone7088]

So my goal is to edit one of these videos and insert into the small screen my terrible ass playing terribly, and have this dude reacting like it’s amazing

[@mpizzlex]

John Malone 😂🤣😂🤣

[@craighunter953]

Hahah yes 🤣

[@jambajoby32]

Did you reach that goal?

[@yeahright2449]

When you do share the video back on this thread and we'll all suggest it

[@samtoy86]

I would love to see that! 😂

[@LucLOST]

Finally found someone as deep into this video as me, this is masterful live music

[@Kozeyplace]

Right!

[@hbell1729]

I watch this video religiously.

[@andresbarriga5305]

@@hbell1729 i come back to it al the time to remind me how good things can be.

[@piualto147]

"put your hands together, cmon stomp your feet" is a P-funk chant from the 1975 track "good to your earhole." I love when bands like this show you a snippet of a deep influence only few would recognize. great video man thanks!

[@Guitargate]

I remember!

[@citrix99301]

8:05 - the trumpet player is Rashawn Ross of Dave Matthews Band.

[@andrewhodgeson8006]

Guy is a nasty horn player. Love that dude.

[@terencefclark]

Lovin’ the love you’re given the drummer 😜😉🤘🏽♥️ #thankyou 🙏🏽

[@robertweatherford2526]

I wonder if any of those people understand how lucky they were to have seen that live.

[@SticksAandstonesBozo]

That drummer has the most perfect reverb on his kit. Whoever ran that sound setup. Also sharky took the prize for hardest on the stage that night.

[@tompoynton]

was just thinking the same

[@JAYDUBYAH29]

I love Everything about this.... everyone on that stage has earned their way into a humble, collaborative, highly skilled and generous class of magnificent players and humans. As a guitar player this gives me chills, as a music lover the horns, flawless band leading, harmonies, groove and soul makes me shed a tear, as a long time musician, seeing Mayer being a real band member makes me proud, as an improviser the next level keyboard/vocal solo busts me open, as a man.... who the hell is the petite redhead with the amazing voice and attitude?!

[@tompoynton]

The great Nikki Flores

[@kevinhernandez5422]

I felt every bit of what you said especially that last bit haha

[@marklyon8406]

I saw John Mayer live a few years back. I would suggest that he is an amazing band member, period. He passed the ball to everyone in his band throughout the course of the evening. Every member of his band was an absolute monster, and could have led their own group. So, maybe I could say something like: he is a very gracious band leader for his solo stuff. In any case, for someone who is or was a self-identified ego-addict, I think that he has done an amazing job of tempering that when it comes to collaborating with other musicians. I love your videos, Michael. I am working through your GIT Masterclass on Udemy and then I plan on joining your site at GuitarGate. You are a very gifted instructor and your passion for music and the guitar is infectious. Thank you for sharing your light.

[@yakshrajsingh8121]

Can you just leave all that "ego" crap. You literally sounded like a mad non musician. I dont care what he said 13 years ago. That doesnt define what he is today, and if you think it does , you are not the one that would actually make the comments any worth using. And i dont think if i give a f' about the personality of a musician , i just care about music.

[@mattgee4867]

@@yakshrajsingh8121 wow, why are you so mad? Chill out

[@yakshrajsingh8121]

@@mattgee4867 yes i am mad. Cause prople say stuff which is filled with ignorance for eg this comment. Anyways i now have learnt to not care about what these shiholes say.

[@fishmank27]

This is mostly Mayer’s tour band anyway. Except drummer and keys. And the younger female singer. So they play a lot yes:) Sharkey was insane at end!!

[@Guitargate]

Sharkey was amazing!!!

[@superweak]

The trumpet player is from DMB

[@JonTorrence]

And the drummer from Gungor and Robert Cray’s current record/band!

[@XanderKane]

The drummer is Terence Clark. Good guy and a great player.

[@NathanVoshall]

I love how no guitar player can listen to this jam without playing along.

[@mattgee4867]

That's how I know I'm a bad player :/

[@defecito]

and damn im terrible compared to them but at the same time i just grab my guitar every time i watch this video, this jam is amazing

[@Add-Stuns]

For sure, had to pick my strat up while watching this one. Great stuff

[@Gtraxx1]

DRH's tone is fiiiilthy. I need a 335 in my arsenal.

[@SSRT_JubyDuby8742]

Mate, you do, they can do everything. You won't regret it, you might I suppose if you play 'authentic' 😂

[@TonyPannell]

Dude, nothing sounds like a 335 on Earth.. did they stop making those when Gibson went down? If there was ever a guitar to never stop making in the Gibson lineup it is this one. I don't even bother looking at them because I'd never do it justice.. you better be a badass if you walk out with that big hollow fucker... Oh and you might want to invest in a good sound man if you're planning on getting too loud..

[@prkeene]

@@TonyPannell They did not stop, they just moved all production of ES-styles out of Memphis and into Nashville.

[@TonyPannell]

@@prkeene yeah that would be a tragic event if I ever knew one. On a semi-unrelated topic though.. went into my first guitar center about 18 years ago. They had the Sam Bush signature series f5 mandolin.. the edges of the frets were so ragged I thought I was going to need a tetnis shot when I left.. and it was on sale for like $7,999 ONLY! Since then I have owned a Gibson f9 which is bare bones craftsmanship with none of the bells and whistles and it was easily the winner of the two instruments as far as play and sound goes. I just wanted to tell that story because it happened in Memphis and it almost turned me off to their whole line of 'new' instruments.. oh yeah the f9 was a steal at $2500 cash money.

[@j.r.r.tolkee7000]

We all need a 335 at the ready.

[@maddog6542]

Listened to this performance in my car on the ride home for a month straight. Ride is like 21 minutes and it worked out perfect. Just so good.

[@RickMcCargar]

Your discussion of the band "getting" what John was doing after the 23 minute mark is what Duane Allman And Dickey Betts did every night. They'd jam on songs they knew and when one of them wanted to go somewhere new, the whole band went right with him. When they had someone sit in with them, the band acted as if the new guy had always been with them. It's a skill the best develop from endless playing and jamming. Most of us have work lives, home lives and personal lives...then guitar/music. For those people, the music is first. Makes all the difference.

[@stevenagee114]

Each one on stage is unique and stand out as musicians but Mayer's solo was so freaking sick. I had tears rolling down my face the first time I heard and watched this. You don't know why or what I was feeling, Im SO sorry for you.. Im so glad and lucky "The Blues" will live on long after im gone.

[@dinadams]

I share your enthusiasm dude, one of the best performances captured on vid I’ve ever seen, everything is just pure joy, so glad I’m not alone in thinking this. I posted this clip on a UK guitar forum and it got one comment - man I need to leave that forum.

[@Guitargate]

dinadams ha! Yes. Yes you do.

[@duhj]

that jam is one of the best ive seen. been listening to it over and over again for a while now, glad to see you react to it man.

[@rebyerswpc]

Enjoyed watching your reaction and insight. Been grooving on this for weeks. Incredible group that just captured lightning in a bottle with a near-perfect groove.

[@BirchWeber]

The best piece of music I ever discovered because of you. Since the first time I watched this video, I've listened to the original one at lease 400 times. So fucking good.

[@joebaby555]

Epic jam and so much fun watching you break down this jaw dropping display of “in the pocket “ playing! Just subtle and ferocious at the same time...Thank you

[@ralphy3393]

Dude I absolutely love your eyes/ears for music. You see and hear every little thing going on in music. Gosh I love it so much!

[@JeffKeel]

Michael, I have to tell you, man. I learn so much from watching these and your passion for music is UNPARALLELED. Been playing a LONG time and you are inspiring brother. Thanks for these, 100 k soon you deserve it.

[@keithremedy]

This was a pleasure too see live. I see David every chance I get he always plays with renowned musicians.

[@tinman4585]

I've watched this a hundred times and it never gets old!!

[@jtspires1]

Wow, that is one tight group. That is what you get when you put together a group of people that are playing because they love music and not focused on their own ego, fame, or money. They hear the whole groove and not just listening to their own self. You can see how they are all connected to making music and not showing off. Mayer solo was not only just killer by itself, but the way all the others were perfectly involved in the groove made it extremely rare. The ending of Mayer’s solo was mind blowing. The first song I remember ever noticing a band being perfectly synced was the Allman Bros Whipping Post. I get more impressed every time I see/hear Mayer play. I can see that he is connected to the music like you pointed out SRV was it you reaction to his.

[@adamhicks24]

it makes me so happy that music like this is being made in the world

[@nathansturgess92]

It kills me that very few non-musicians just don’t get the brilliance of this.

[@gooseg7988]

Well if they’re not musicians of course they are not going to understand lol

[@nathansturgess92]

Goose G that’s like people who aren’t painters can’t understand paintings

[@gooseg7988]

Nathan Sturgess yes lol that’s true people who cannot actually paint well, will not understand full to what the artist is trying to convey, thus giving off an affect of most common people not Understanding a particular beauty in an artwork

[@707king]

Even as a musician who can’t read music and doesn’t know theory.. just hearing it and feeling it is mind boggling and inspiring.

[@gar7reever754]

Can't be mad at ppl who don't understand the language... But the appreciation from those... Agreed ❤️🇨🇦🙏

[@toadabone]

It's so cool to have someone point out some of the theory and understanding. I can say I was born with music in me and feel everything these guys are doing but I cannot contextualize it like you. It's a feeling I've had since childhood to hear the music, the notes and the band. I play too but am just after 20 years starting to learn more theory. Love what you are doing! I could see hanging out at a club and listening to a band and just high fiving each other all night as we watch.

[@rangeofmotion5993]

One of the best jams... so many different styles and influences. DRH's vocals are so dang smooth... Good god!

[@justindekock7211]

I just want someone to look at me the way the drummer looks at Sharkey

[@TheWdayton]

That drummer is so tuned in it’s sick! I suck at music but have some rhythm, so I’ve played drums, but that guy is a professor to my kindergarten skill level. Incredible, and he’s not even a feature player in this performance.

[@JoeEndozo]

I'm SO happy you did a video for this. I don't have many friends I get to really enjoy dissecting this with in this way without feeling like my usual John Mayer guitar nerd fan freak. Thanks dude!

[@Vilm0r]

I love how this guy is soooo much into it, makes me appreciate the music even more

[@nukedbaby]

It is so amazing to see how passionate you are about the music, I am sitting here at home stink-facing with you, it is really infectious.

[@connorruggles8740]

Chills from hearing this are incomparable. SO GOOD

[@nicholasspano7857]

This is half of Mayer's touring band he had last year, only mainly missing Pino Palladino on bass & Aaron Sterling on drums. The grooves they concocted were out of this world...

[@eandrejko]

As always, I love your enthusiasm and expert insights, you’re amazing Michael!! 🥰

[@ziggylayneable]

Mayer is just absolutely incredible and can adapt to whatever situation and band he is thrown into.I went to see dead & company last year and I couldn't see the stage as I was walking up from the ticket booth, just listening to them play before even seeing him and them on stage, he had some of the Jerry stuff down SO good. It really did sound like I was going to a grateful Dead show. I've seen Jerry five times, ratdog, Phil and Friends,etc... I know my "Dead".... They were so good I went home and subscribed to "nuggs"just so I could download a copy of the show I was at & burn it to a CD so I can listen to it in my old car.

[@JAYDUBYAH29]

Yea watched this sick, humbling, inspiring jam when it came out... your love of music shared so openly is beautiful here brother. 🙌🔥

[@rdmkeytohwy]

That video was absolutely incredible. Thank you for breaking it down and showing us what is going on. I really think all musicians want to aspire to be that good. What happened here takes hours and hours of playing together and also a humbleness to know your place. They are all stars in my book and i love John Mayer a ton but David Ryan Harris and Isaiah Sharkey are playing amazing stuff here. Cool, different, and interesting. What a groove! Thanks so much for sharing....this made my day!

[@UOTDF]

Damn - as if I didn’t have enough to thank you for, you show me this! We’ve been in lockdown for over 200 days of the last 18 months here in Melbourne, and the one thing I’ve missed more than anything was going to see live music. This clip just took me right back to my live gig happy place! And what an epic lineup! Thanks MP

[@mediaholic07]

Didn't expect this! So great thank you!

[@jessesteijger9803]

@Guitargate I loved watching this video! Nice to see how exited you are! I also liked the explanation of the things the're doing in the video! Great job man! Love it!🙂🙌🏼

[@nelsonw2096]

When your middle inning reliever is John Mayer you’re doing pretty well. Nice pick. 👍🏽

[@McCallEdwards]

Jacob Luttrell, on the keys, has a really great voice. His work with Scary Pockets is really really good.

[@Sloppyjoerausa]

What's great about this is it's basically a combination of a bunch of bands that JM has toured with, but with DRH leading it instead of John. Incredibly cool.

[@Sloppyjoerausa]

And for good measure, Rashawn is in DMB. Really really cool

[@SSRT_JubyDuby8742]

Wow!, your joy is so infectious, spendid reactions, interactions and breakdowns. 😎🎸🎙✅

[@cristanboy]

21:42 Mayer's pickup switch was lightning fast there.

[@taylorblanpied4351]

I don't even know how you saw that!!

[@MatraBatra]

Tblanp he copied a comment from the original video

[@cristanboy]

@@MatraBatra This was the first time I saw the video?

[@keithremedy]

I should put up that video I took from the front

[@steelstrunghero]

I heard it and had to go back and look for it, lol, that's what happens when you play Strats for so many years

[@jvanniekerk1]

Brilliant video thanks Michael! Loved it. Blown away.

[@angusbanks6239]

love your enthusiasm in this video. this is exactly how i listen to this so I'm glad someone else does too haha

[@SJBBlues]

I've watched this video of the jam a 1000 times , tried to play over it so many times but I get a little lost , so glad I found this video of yours man! Subbed!!

[@fudestamp]

I'm a David Ryan Harris fan now... I SO DIG THAT GROOVE! just downloaded "yesterday shutting down"

[@baldbearded9601]

I've seen this one and it's a "feeel gooood" show 😁 I like how John stands in the back and lets the musicians and singers do their thing, not trying to steal the spotlight or anything.. just enjoying good music 🤘🙌

[@siddhantritwick287]

Man , you are so awesome !!!! Keep up the great work . Love it .

[@smu1129]

The background singer lady on the left has a blast the whole time. Her enthusiasm is just a pleasure to watch.

[@marcusnielsen9674]

I cannot find the original video anymore. It makes me really sad. I am very happy you made this though - hope it stays up! Such an amasing performance!

[@shannonmorrow2399]

Damn, I love these videos of yours! And your true passion for music. Rock on!!!

[@mrlephu2611]

Love your analysis & reaction. Please do more of John Mayer live.

[@joebill663]

Man I really love your channel! Reminds me of growing up and playing with my buddies and trying to pick out tunes :) thanks! Keep on🤙

[@charlesestrada4164]

Watching you watch it, was like watching me when I saw it for the first time. Down to the "look at that cymbal". Great video

[@clarke.rhodes]

Watching this made my day. Thank you man!

[@bruunm1975]

only someone who loves music and guitar will understand his reactions....

[@andrewjackson9654]

Markus Bruun I do and I don’t think this is John’s greatest playing to the extreme excitement that Michael is showing. It’s theory may be exciting to him but there’s zero interest in melody.

[@siscoismyhomey]

I watched the video about 20 times already, and now seeing it here I'm still not tired of it!

[@danielscarritt9023]

Your groove face is infectious sir! Amazing music thank you for reacting to it can’t believe I’ve never heard it either

[@stephenmuir5108]

Seriously enjoyed this 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@tonyaphillips8251]

How fun. Love it when the pieces come together and MAKES MUSIC. 🖤🤍🖤🤍🖤 🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵

[@michaelwitheridge5826]

Yes!! This was my request, thanks so much! You have to check out John Mayer playing Aint No Sunshine with Pino and Steve J at the 2010 Crossroads!!!

[@JozefOtters23]

Sean Hurley is the master on his P-bass.. love his sound and playing!🎉

[@drhams6456]

29:44 good god that's a magical bend, think I replayed it 10 times atleast.

[@3rdtonefromthesun]

I figured out its a no pick bend, he just slides into it... Sounds so ghosted! And the licks after, he just knows how to play softly and use that dynamic range for impact so well.

[@simonsbuddy]

GREAT video explanation of an outstanding performance.

[@jgamble5977]

I love how barely anyone realises that Sharky and David Ryan are John's guitarists on tour

[@federicogatto2635]

Did Sharkey play with John on tour?

[@jgamble5977]

@@federicogatto2635 yeah he did and continues to, I couldn't tell you what year he started but as far as I know he's the most recent lead guitarist since Robbie. Sharky and David ryan make a killer duo

[@niekvanwensen]

Yeah and his bassist Sean Hurley is there in the back too

[@renematz1138]

DRH has been Mayer's musical director (on and off) for years.

[@jgamble5977]

@@renematz1138 I didn't know about the MDing, makes sense when DRH was johns favourite Atlanta artist

[@rijgrg1]

I feel like I’m watching “Detail by Kobe Bryant” for guitar. You are such a legend and a great teacher. Thank you sensei.

[@karlgstv]

I'm watching this at 4 AM in the Philippines while drinking beer. I appreciate this my man. Thank you.

[@lewiscorcoran8796]

He’s backed John Mayer for a while. I remember seeing him live with John Mayer. You can see him live with John on where the light is concert. It’s very nice to see John backing him. It’s awesome to see that.

[@chachabunny123ut]

John actually found David’s music when John was just starting out. It’s a great story...DRH has done some interviews about it. They’ve been buds for 20 years.

[@Tanner8585]

Crazy good music and crazy good reactions to the music! It’s like watching badass vids with my friend haha. Helping me through this pandemic !

[@justinpaquette224]

At this point in my life the number one thing I want from my band members is... every person playing to the music. Each person doing the best they can to make the "whole" as great as it can be. That's why I love groove music so much and don't really have time for anything elso. This band is a prime example of that, I love it

[@sledfoot1959]

You’ve got to watch “Can’t wait for perfect” by the Bob Reynolds Guitar Band. Mark Lettieri kills it on that track!

[@SteveQuam]

Yes! I was going to recommend the same thing.

[@huntersaunders4625]

Me too

[@abnzg]

me three

[@zachmilkis]

Michael, that track is gonna blow your mind. Would love to see a reaction/lesson vid of that!

[@bennicod655]

Yes! Agreed

[@JacksonDouglasYT]

You hear David Ryan Harris say, "This is the last Train, the last Train Home" then Johns ears prick up with that being the name of his single this year a year and a bit later. Maybe it was a tip of the hat from David because he had already heard it way back then or John got the idea in that moment. Ahh I love Music, Mayer & Musicians in general. Thank you Michael.

[@rikard.h]

Wow that's a fun observation! You can see Isaiah and John looking at each other at the same time and smile. It could be a coincidence but I don't want it to be.

[@plmr127]

I love this live and it is nice to sorta have someone to talk about it with hahaha You know now what you have to do though : do a full series of lessons on this ( play in the pocket, arpeggiate along scales, combine minor and major.....)

[@jondoesgym]

The album “Lightyears” by David Ryan Harris is an absolutely top-notch experience all the way through. Everybody that likes this band and groove would love the album. Do yourselves a favor and check it out.

[@Guitargate]

jondoesgym on it

[@pastelharmony4990]

29:42 had me rolling 😂😂 Great job dude!

[@MikeBradleyofficial]

hahaha.. I told you he was a monster!.. What a band!!! this is music you could never get bored listing to. And your reactions were priceless. :)

[@pinkpesto9040]

love this video !!

[@KDubs107]

That shit was killer. How have I not seen this before? Watching this video at 1:30 in the morning was not a great idea, I’m not sleepy anymore. Can’t wait to listen to these guys when I can crank the speakers. Thanks for the heads up on these guys Mike.

[@Sprangle1]

Mike, I just got here. Your subscribers who are suggesting all these songs to react to are a BAD ASS bunch of people. I have increased my library significantly because of them/you. I LOVE how you pick stuff apart ... even though I don't play guitar at all and barely speak music from only a singer's point of view. I am HOOKED on this channel, yo. Kepp it up.

[@ethanbach1656]

Michael's reaction to this was the same as mine the first time I heard it. I have watched and listened to this a dozen times and it never gets old. Isaiah is an absolute freak!

[@seifelminiawy5192]

Totally agree with you man!

[@drivenbythechills]

Even if i dont understand everything it's so nice to see someone reacts to music & picking up every pieces of a track. I'm no major musician, i've played guitar 5 years really basically but i love how you're picking up everything they doing, analyzing and retribute to us ! Nice nice nice =) Love the groove on that tho, truely amazing

[@theforeverpuddle8754]

That part you're talking about in minute 24:00 is the beginning motif from Phish Seven Below too! Great video man.

[@samme79]

David Ryan Harris is amazing! Great singer-songwriter!

[@ChristofferKeizer]

Incredible.

[@jcheever37]

First time on this channel 🙌 your passion for music is fantastic to watch. Subbed.

[@Guitargate]

Thanks!!

[@brady239]

Keep 'em coming!

[@mjsprad]

Serious Little Feat vibes. Good stuff!

[@SteveBrunelle]

Man I learned so much watching this

[@averyaaron1]

I just stumbled on this. Great idea crossing "reaction" with first look guitar break down. Kinda opening my eyes & giving me ideas how i can better tune my ear & break down songs myself. Usually I'm just trying to visually recognize the chord shape & location, when i should be rung harder to tune my ear to spot the intervals. Thanks man! I've got some song ideas I'd like to see you break down, links coming soon.