Guitar Teacher REACTS: Blackberry Smoke "Ain't Much Left Of Me" Southern Ground Studios (Acoustic)

[@gsdrums]

I saw Blackberry Smoke live and was blown away. I describe them as one of the most "professional" sounding bands I've ever heard.

[@blakefaz2557]

These guys and Whiskey Myers are keeping the southern rock alive 🤘

[@davehughesfarm7983]

Hear Hear!

[@JimiLuvsMusic]

💯

[@paul311emain]

I mean NO disrespect to Whiskey, but he has a way to go guys. I’m enthusiastic in his ability and song writing but come on…..he has to build up a backlog before remotely being considered to be at this level.

[@brianmclean2031]

Have become addicted to these fellas,supreme songwriting foresure!

[@dyannehenry672]

Charlie,Paul,Brandon, brothers Bret,and Richard,and growing have paid their dues. Just good clean fun, feel good songs who NEVER DISAPPOINT ❤️

[@BeardOfRed]

Kinda like a bluesy redneck Beatles...we all love them.

[@rockinvida1960]

Outstanding analysis video! Charlie Starr is a friggn’ badass! If there were any justice in this world, BlackBerry Smoke would be headlining large arenas!

[@timothyward1310]

Make me feel the rhythm in the service of the melody. Mr. Britt on the bass guitar knocks it out of the park on this song.

[@isaiahmeeks4741]

If you’re going with Black Berry Smoke, you need to hear “Good One Coming On” or “One Horse Town”.

[@MGA19a]

Agree - Good one coming on - would be great 👍🏻

[@davidtoney8399]

Can't go wrong with any BBS song.

[@jamesrutherford1691]

Up In Smoke

[@Kaptinkeith8059]

I’d love to see a free on the wing breakdown! 👌🔥👌

[@BigHoss33]

There all good!!! Lol

[@ericcarpenter3263]

Charlie Starr is a certified badass.

[@kravitz1999]

absolutely brother!

[@dennisscott6501]

That is a very true statement. He’s as bad as they come.

[@Dave-nm3xc]

Yea, he's amazing.

[@gregdiffenthal2384]

Finally ! My favourite band !!

[@darrengallagher8051]

Blackberry smoke are the absolute best

[@billyboots151]

I love Blackberry Smoke! Smashed the like button before the vid even started.

[@BigHoss33]

finally!!!!!! charlie starr is a legend! seen them 14 times and counting. highly recommend catching a show if you have not.

[@richardlavoie811]

BlackBerry smoke is my favourite band. Nice to see you do one of their tunes. “Up in smoke” is a good one.

[@garretthmurphy]

Charlie Starr never disappoints.

[@tylernelson1993]

If you havent seen them live.. its a must! They are better live then on the album..! Never pass up the opportunity to see them when they roll through your town

[@nopenadanowaynohow]

I'm really liking the "you hear Georgia" !

[@greybeardbass]

A favorite band. A favorite song. And thanks for your comments on the bass at the end. It was THIS song that convinced me to become a bass player.

[@ashleyparnell5177]

One of the best rock bands of our time...

[@jasonmeredith9252]

Hearing this song live is the best!!!

[@lew-e]

I literally play this song as loud as my giant system in the basement allows me to. My favorite of theirs. Thank God you are doing this one!!!

[@bwilson4030]

Chris Robinson helped in naming Blackberry Smoke. Cool Georgia shit

[@guelmeira7232]

I knew that the guys from BBS are friends of Chris and Rich, but didn't know Chris named the band, that's awesome. Blackberry Smoke is my favorite southern rock band from the 00's and Black Crowes is on my top 3 all time favorite bands

[@Terk131]

Yes he did AND Benji Shanks whom worked with the Black Crows is now in the band and I saw Benji and Charlie live just before the pandemic, it was smaller venues and just the 2 with guitars and it was AWESOME...

[@catfishjohn2329]

I love this song

[@stephenmyers1348]

Yessss blackberry smoke!!! Been waiting for you to do these guys!

[@kathyellis4272]

this just about the perfect song!!!!!!!

[@sambradley5981]

I've yet to hear a bad blackberry smoke song! Spread, like and share the smoke!!

[@rockinran]

Michael you just don't know how much I love watching you express yourself when something really excites you. like that bass player at the end. I mean really really cracks me up.

[@blainethompson5245]

Can't get enough of these guys

[@totoyoda45]

Yeah !!! Blackberry smoke !!!

[@BadLuckBran]

they hve so many good songs one horse town is my favorite

[@hunterjohnston3387]

Blackberry Smoke never disappoints. You should check out "Ain't Got the Blues." Thanks for covering one of my favorite bands.

[@CharlieRootsMusic]

Charlie grey "starr" is from same town as I . He's a phenomenal singer songwriter guitarist. His father is too. His dad plays locally here time to time.

[@ARTll-zy1cp]

Charlie.. What city is he from? I grew up in Cobb and Fulton counties in the great state of Georgia.... From 1971 till 1989... Great year for Georgia sports this year.... Love my Braves.... Went to my first Braves game in 1968. 300+ games in the old Fulton County Stadium. Plus Falcons, Hawks and Flames. Atlanta was the stop for EVERY band during the '70s. Sweet, magical memories. #RIPGREGGRVZ

[@ARTll-zy1cp]

Charlie.. What city is he from? I grew up in Cobb and Fulton counties in the great state of Georgia.... From 1971 till 1989... Great year for Georgia sports this year.... Love my Braves.... Went to my first Braves game in 1968. 300+ games in the old Fulton County Stadium. Plus Falcons, Hawks and Flames. Atlanta was the stop for EVERY band during the '70s. Sweet, magical memories. #RIPGREGGRVZ

[@CharlieRootsMusic]

@@ARTll-zy1cp Lanett, Al ... Chambers county

[@ARTll-zy1cp]

@@CharlieRootsMusic i have a friend that lives there. I thought he was from Ga?

[@CharlieRootsMusic]

@@ARTll-zy1cp he lives in Carrollton area nowadays but he was raised and his og family resides in Lanett

[@maxflex8855]

for me the absolut best song from blackberry smoke! I LOVE IT!!

[@davidhoxit4274]

I'm so glad you featured this band! The first time I heard "One Horse Town" I ran home and learned the progression in minutes, purely through inspiration. I worked out my own solo apart from the original, and felt really good about my endeavor. I still play the song and I am grateful for the spur that was dug into my side👍Thanks Michael P.!!!!!!!!

[@brettpattersontx]

Love this song so much. Simple isn't a bad thing!!!!

[@scottluck2516]

Yes!!!! Love BBS

[@davidtoney8399]

May 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th of May 2021. Absolutely a must for any BBS fan. Brothers and Sisters reunion at The Shed, Maryville TN. Smokey Mountain Harley Davidson. Great venue and wonderful people to hang out with to watch this great band.

[@Jonesnaltitude]

Another great band that I probably would not have been exposed to. Nice work, everybody!

[@jackdickey6015]

Yea this dude is my fave ! Extremely talented an a one of a kind guitar instructor ! In my book he is one of the very best at both worlds 🌎 thank you for what you do for all of us future good guitar players !!

[@bon7572]

I have been listening to BlackBerry Smoke a lot in the past few weeks. Brilliant reaction keep'em coming

[@shadeshadyshade254]

Awesome!! BBS has been my fav modern band since 2009. Got to finally see them in 18 on the outlaw country cruise ( went to all their shows on the ship, 1 full acoustic) as well as meet them . Charlie is a very humble and cool cat. I just loved them from the first time I heard them...rock/blues/country/soul all mixed together....thats my thing for sure!!!!! Thanks for doing this vid. Open G accompanied by standard....what a full sound and tone👍🏻😉👍🏻

[@roncarter2188]

I got my tickets for the concert in May at The Shed in Maryville Tennessee, this will be my first BBS concert and I can't freaking wait! Thank you for posting this.

[@stevekelly3138]

My son was a drug addict & only alive by the grace of God & a needle full of Narcan. I heard this song at work. I was literally crying at my desk. That was 4 or 5 years ago. Since then, he's straightened out & working hard. Now I'm the addict. Addicted to BBS.

[@PointetheJTLa]

One of my favorites since I heard them a few years ago

[@TruckinSongster]

I love how this channel always brings me music I’d otherwise probably never hear! The service of EXPOSURE you provide is invaluable! If I’m ever in the right place to take your guitar courses, I will... But the react videos are my happy place! If I never pick up an instrument, your interpretation of songs will keep me in the creative space amid whatever distractions life brings me!!!! Thank you for these videos!! They are a tremendous bright spot for so many of us!

[@The_Man_In_Red]

Ever hear this one? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJ7FkGtpZq6ibdk

[@jimmi3376]

if you have never heard of bbs you need to get out more often! great live band!

[@TruckinSongster]

@@jimmi3376 I had heard them mentioned in passing, and seen a few random links but hadn't been properly introduced. They're fantastic. There's tons of music we miss and Michael is definitely helping to fill the void.

[@williedewer962]

Well said

[@donnystephens8032]

Alright you just got even cooler!!! BBS are amazing live !!!!!!

[@shanedowney6503]

Awsome band been loving their stuff for a while.

[@scottb200]

BBS are incredible. Had seen them before, but saw them in Ottawa in March 2020 the day before the world shut down. I think I went to the last concert ever ! Haha. Thanks Michael, great breakdown.

[@andrewptob]

Great harmonies

[@AndyGordon802]

I could not agree more that simplicity is huge with writing music. If you play, you've most likely played tons of covers, and what do you notice?... well, what I notice is that acoustic / unplugged versions of even the most highly produced songs are just simple, but effective chord progressions. Some of my most favorite songs are just F, G,C songs, or A,D,G songs, etc... They say country songs are "3 chords and the truth." Totally true! And, I'd say blues, folk, and rock could say the same sentiment. Nothing at all wrong with simple. Love it!

[@jonnylennox2504]

BBS are just fantastic, thats it! And what a band live too, their sound man, somewhat like the band, is an unsung hero.

[@dawncrowder7387]

Thank you for putting these guys up here for everyone that doesn't know them! After listening to them for 5 years, i still get goosebumps! I think I'm in love with CHARLIE STAR!..HAha! Amazing writing, REAL people, serious musicians. AND, the first band to impress the hell outta me in years. Thank you BlackBerry Smoke for the listening joy you give me! I sincerely hope to see y'all live one of these days! Charlie, don't dare lay down that writing pencil! I feel like y'all are my family and i enjoy introducing you to anyone and everyone that has yet to be blessed by the sound of BlackBerry Smoke!

[@jjuniper274]

I like how he says "thought that I'd hit bottom, but I ain't there yet" as the note starts out at the top and works its way down, lower like a wave, to prove musically how you can go high to low.

[@troypullen7469]

I love Blackberry Smoke and really enjoyed your analysis!

[@shawntennant6588]

I was finally gonna see these guys in March here in Kitchener. The show got cancelled 2 hours before. Thanks COVID. They rescheduled for this November. Now that one got postponed till next October.

[@scottbainetwisted_keel_adv5821]

Glad you did this one. I love BBS

[@dime_life4768]

400 of those 900 were probably from me! haha, I heard this roughly 3 years ago. The melody, the lyrics and vibe in general made this one of my all time favourites! . It's a 527 ft home run IMO, This one really hits home. "One horse town" is on that list as well. When I play this, it takes me to a whole other place. Thanks brother cheers!

[@kmcclinton71]

I might be the other 499... ;)

[@allenmcclain2745]

"The dude is a bass player". Haha, couldn't agree more, he is one of my favorite working bass players. Always in beast mode and a huge part of their sound.

[@Guitargate]

EXACTLY

[@KDubs107]

He's a friend of mines cousin. He was pissed he couldnt make their show last year. He had to work.... Shoulda quit that job imo :)

[@Laniefj]

I'm currently sitting at their concert with Jamey Johnson. Waiting on the fun to start.

[@patriciamraz1419]

THIS SONG is the first one i ever heard from BBS..i had to check them out!

[@Killer_Dustbunny]

I saw these guys at a bar in Fredericksburg, VA back when they were touring the Little Piece of Dixie album. AMAZING show. They were really down to earth guys.

[@ricklitton]

This got me. "You can't downplay purposeful simplicity " I subscribed immediately

[@1renotssince13]

I've seen them a bunch of times...killer show every time!

[@stakebeddriver]

First time I've seen your videos. Love Blackberry Smoke. Got turned on to them by Don Jamison on That Metal Show years ago. They came thru Albuquerque and played in this little bar. Paid ten bucks and stood five feet in front of Charlie Star. Best working band going! Love your enthusiasm and awesome knowledge!

[@chrisw1953]

I concur..great band..well rehearsed..

[@kmcclinton71]

Love the "Michael Anthony" harmonies...

[@Guitargate]

Yes!! Damn I wish I thought of that during the video.

[@jwilsonhandmadeknives2760]

Michael Palmisano i don’t get it. please explain this to us non-musicians who don’t have the ear you guys have!

[@kmcclinton71]

@@jwilsonhandmadeknives2760 Michael Anthony was the bassist for Van Halen and is known for his poignant harmonies as well as his bass playing. Listen to Van Halen's Jamie's Cryin' when you get a chance and you'll see what we mean.

[@roberthill3877]

One of my favorite tunes of theirs. I think of that intro with the floaty F as Bbmaj7 -> Am7 -> G rather than F -> C -> G. Great vibe either way!

[@brianteichert1959]

These​ guys​ sound​ great! Thanks​ for​ another​ good​ break​down, and​ a​ new​ band​ for​ me​ to​ check​ out.

[@rakentrail]

If the Allman Brothers and The Black Crows had a child it would be Blackberry Smoke! Great band!

[@tonylocks28]

Seen bbs 3 or 4 times…. NYC, NJ…love them guys.

[@velixzeen]

Right on! So glad to hear this have a look see here on the M Palmisano channel. Thanks MP!

[@JJJ-014]

Absolutely love watching these breakdowns as if I have a clue what you’re talking about. 😊

[@thunder1966js]

Love Blackberry Smoke! Your explanations are spot on and so inspiring to me. You have an amazing ear and are a musical genius, in my opinion. Thanks so much!

[@kusiami8213]

Totally down with seeing more reactions to videos you've already seen. The in-depth analysis was great!

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

Saw them live last 2 yrs ago….awesome…reminds me a lot of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers….legendary

[@xIBGxiFrEaKyHD]

I love your attitude towards music. So amazing. Greetings from Germany

[@ARTll-zy1cp]

What a great band. Keeping the southern rock legacy alive. #RIPRVZ

[@MGA19a]

Oh man ... love this ... greetings from Austria ( i discovered BBS with the „Bad luck ain’t no crime” and love that sound 😂👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 ) Thanks 🙏🏻

[@davidtoney8399]

That's an old album. Before Brandon joined the band. You need to experience this band live if possible, especially at The Shed.

[@RyneMurray23]

I love his voice

[@seamanjive]

Great breakdown Mike...we love em here in London, England too! Gonna add this to my open G repertoire! Been on to The Smoke for a few years now.

[@macopus]

Do yourself a favor and find the live versions of this song! They take it to a new level incorporating classic songs from Led Zepplin, Black Sabbath, Allman Brothers and the Beetles to name a few. This song ends their show and it is the best closing song that I have heard and seen to date and I have been to over 350 concerts. Seen these guys 78 times and they have NEVER disappointed. Great musicians and great people!

[@kompst]

Great pick, blackberry smoke is awesome

[@BrianCanavan]

KZbin just suggested this song to me this week and I love it. Great serendipity that you've chosen to review this recently. I've never tried alternate tunings but might have to go for it now :)

[@jackvoltz3639]

@MichaelPalmisano You produce EASILY the most thoughtful and entertaining guitar content on KZbin. I'm not a musician, but music is a constant throughout my daily life and your videos have deepened my appreciation for the talents of some of my favorite player, such as Derek Trucks, Marcus King, Charlie Starr, Warren Haynes, etc. Your genuine enthusiasm and passion for the music you analyze is awesome and sets you apart. Keep doing the rock gods' work my friend. Who knows, if I watch enough of your videos I may just have to finally pick up a guitar myself...

[@KDubs107]

Anyone else see them open for Susan and Derek last summer (2019)? They're killer live. That was one of the best shows Ive ever seen.

[@matthewabbott4666]

Yes in Charlotte last year Amazing!!Seen them over 20 times, seeing them next weekend in Alpharetta, GA for the Drive in Show!!

[@KDubs107]

Matthew Abbott. Jealous! Have a great time man

[@matthewabbott4666]

@@KDubs107 I'll be Higher then a Georgia Pine!! 😜

[@vandermaas76]

Dude I love that guitar!! My favorite look of a PRS

[@fourscore4]

“Getting out of here while I still can” yep. And your G then F run was plenty clean man !

[@Johnny-lr5jt]

BBS are keeping rock 'n roll alive.

[@genesevox7403]

Not my cup of tea but I always learn something. I super appreciate your enthusiasm, knowledge and humility.

[@PeterDeeMusic]

BBS... greatest band on the planet! Charlie greatest songwriter! :)

[@repem2004]

Michael, thanks for finally doing these guys, they're one of my all time favorites and you should listen to some of their deeper tracks. They just did a livestream concert with Billy Strings and Tommy Emmanuel as well which made for some awesome guitar moments. You gotta see these guys live, Charlie's personality on stage is awesome. Another singer/songwriter/guitarist I just got into is Brent Cobb. He's pretty insane. Highly recommend you checking out some of his stuff. Thanks!

[@jeepwire5959]

Like your way of explaining. I own a 1987 PRS just me owner.Peace

[@sdolsay]

Simple opinion: I love how you break down songs.

[@kmcclinton71]

Woohoo! Blackberry Smoke is done... now its time for some Rival Sons! :)

[@keithlacey9221]

Yup...Rival Sons are insanely great. Best hard rock band in two decades...love love love them.

[@thomasfarrow5650]

^^^

[@hitituprohb]

Saw these guys live at the Vidalia Onion Festival a few years ago.

[@bddmhopp5]

Finally BBS, the best band out RN

[@justinjones1507]

Jason Crossland- peg leg. great player and the groove he throws on peg leg is insane

[@hunterwest54]

I like how u break it down brother. Keep the videos coming!

[@mikegaudet6264]

up the road is one of there most powerfull songs acoustic

[@ironsteal]

thriving in simplicity

[@ontarget7582]

BBS with TTB , Red Rocks, Don't Do It. Amazing