Jim Stafford Malaguena. Branson Dec.9, 2017

Jim Stafford with flashes of his brilliance on the very difficult Malaguena. At age 73 most of us would have trouble putting a phonograph needle on a record player, myself included. Jim stated that Roy Clark is one of his heroes. I concur. Along with the late great Glen Campbell, can you find a greater trio of Southern pickers? Full disclosure: I love Jim Stafford. One of the finest and most talented artists in America. I drove 16 hours to catch two of his last shows this year. I would do it again. Thanks Jim!

[@TheMrmartind40]

To the 300 plus who gave this a thumbs down, I give you my middle finger up. The guy is a brilliant guitarist and comedian

[@evnbeta1]

Amen to you! Cluelessness is written on blank faces!

[@davidlaingren518]

Go easy on those 300 young idiots. They've never seen someone do songs with actual melodies. Sucks to listen to beat only.

[@kelliesharpe5333]

One of my Mom's fave peeps, and mine. "Cow Pattie" is my fave

[@petersnushall7293]

I just cant see how there can be so many grossly ignorant people out there

[@d7sfblab]

@@petersnushall7293 That's because, evidently, you're ignorant. Your bias is preventing you from thinking it through. *(I'm here because I just, randomly, remembered Stafford -- I watched his damn variety show on ABC, for one thing -- and understand something of who he's been and how he's played it out for so long. But that's me.)

[@752brickie]

So many people know Jim is a great comedian- but he is one of the most talented musicians on the planet as well! People have no idea how hard it is to do what he does. He is a cherished American Institution!

[@TolKOZAK]

You are correct, sir.

[@752brickie]

@@TolKOZAK Mr Kozak you have no idea how much I appreciate your videos of Jim. My wife saw him in Vegas and said he was amazing !!!

[@douglowe5355]

The man doesn't get enough credit for his chops because he's such a cut-up. It takes real, true talent to nail some of the things I've seen and heard Jim Stafford do. 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@TolKOZAK]

You are correct, sir.

[@Megafoot2164]

Jim Stafford , simply the best . I remember as a kid growing up in Canada, his music & talent still resonate, plus his comedic sense of timing. Still listening in 2022 .

[@stephaniespear8323]

Lots of fun!

[@brendafuller6186]

Wish Mr. Stafford was more visible on TV again...miss him

[@iconoclastKM]

Yeah..! Be nice if one of those 'late night' characters would 'discover' him..!

[@sooparticular]

discovered this guy today and Im not young and watch and listen to everyone...WHO IS THIS GUY!

[@TolKOZAK]

I guess you don't like Spiders and Snakes. Jimmy has been around for a long time.

[@figmo397]

Wow! He hasn’t changed much over the years. He makes 73 seem young.

[@carolpoznik6985]

I have always loved Jim Stafford since the first time I saw him....so glad he is still performing.

[@TheMrmartind40]

Another brilliant instrumentalist who, like Glen Campbell, Roy Clark, Jerry Reed etc, who "perform", not just play. Another fine example of the epitome of talent.

[@TolKOZAK]

Wow! I'm impressed. Your comment is articulate, informed, and succinct. Best of all, you have great taste in performers. I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@luvyesmusic]

Jim Stafford is one of the, sadly, few true American icons we have left today.. Like Roy Clark who was immensely talented and funny, Jim was/is a part of our family going back to simplier and possibly the best times in the United States when we actually had an identity. Memories of Jim Stafford will be forever be etched in our memories until the last one of us of his younger generation are gone. God bless Jim Stafford. God bless the United States.

[@wilrobles5392]

It’s been said all good things must come to an end. Unfortunately we are mortals whose days are numbered. In times past tradition would continue and comparable replacements would admirably step in to continue with tradition. Sadly, our great land doesn’t respect tradition as it once did, and suitable replacements are fewer and farther between. Talent has been replaced by noise and electronic signals. I hope someday there will be a renaissance of talent to silence the noise we hear today.

[@michigunsanta8680]

Wil Robles there’s replacements for great artists of the past it’s just not what you want or the way you want or you’re just unaware...👌

[@UncleChillGuitar]

Love Jim Stafford and miss the seventies too.

[@ihavefallenandicantreachmy2113]

@Jon Smith Howzabout a "Bullshit Artist baiting douchebag". Care if i give it a whirl? Thanks. Here goes........ Why the hell everybody (a lot of fffffolks, anyway) got to bring their "god" into every possible conversation, i wonder. Fffffor instance; there is a Ton of Evidence, in favor of a "Race" existing and/or having existed, at some point, in time (up to and including right this very instant), whereas, there is very little, if not, any, Evidence, in favor of a "god" existing, ever, let alone a "god" whom gives a fffffflying ffffart, in regards to Human endeavors, imaginary or otherwise, conscious or unconscious. In other words....No Evidence of a "god", caring, regardless of one's "State" of mind. Get it? "State"? (Mr. Stafford was talking about the "State" of "Florida", in this Video.. You had to be there, i guess.)

[@ihavefallenandicantreachmy2113]

@@michigunsanta8680 Thanks, for repeating what "Wil Robles" Typed. (Insert "Okay" Emoticon, here, please)

[@WiseGuyDogs1]

Jim Stafford is a monster talent. I saw him at the Aladdin in Las Vegas in the 70's. He makes light of his tremendous talent. He is funny and doesn't use foul language. He seems to be a decent fellow. I hope that he lives a long time.

[@mitchvuksanovich]

If he opened for Frankie Valli,I was at that show...EXCELLENT performances! Mitch.

[@stevenowell5882]

Love Jim Stafford. What a comic and musical genius all rolled into one

[@BenMcGarityMusic]

Honestly. Who would give this a thumbs down? It's brilliant. If you give this video a thumbs down you don't truly understand music.

[@TolKOZAK]

Right on!

[@spikespa5208]

The only possible reason for thumbs down would be the 60's Sanyo hand held tape recorder sound quality.

[@chrischiampo7647]

Jim Is Awesome He Has Such a Great Sense of Humor as Well as Talent at Singing and Playing 😊❤️😀😎😊

[@TolKOZAK]

You are very astute.

[@walterschiller8281]

The man is good!

[@tootsie5052]

Good to see that Jim is still as great as he ever was. A guitar and comic genius. I'm 69 and I sure miss the days when there was something on TV worth watching.

[@TolKOZAK]

You got that right, partner.

[@74dartman13]

I'm 58 and rarely ever turn it on. I'll watch a little if the wife has something on. Usually reruns from the 70's! Not much today is worth my time!

[@jimraq1]

Ya notice all you cranky old buggas are watching utube instead? Me too. I’m 60.

[@74dartman13]

Toady Home lol...I'm 58 and that's what I do! They'll have to change it's name to cranky old bugger tube!😂

[@Forevertrue]

I am in that club.

[@michaeldempsey9193]

All I can say is a great talent!And thanks for all the great memories😊

[@edgy1rocks]

Jim came to Colorado State Univ with the Beach boys back in 1974. He was great then (circa, "My Girl, Bill") and it's nice to see he hasn't lost his touch or his sense of humor! Terrific performer!

[@Stargate555]

Artistry at its finest! Beautiful!!!

[@chanceburger3169]

He makes it look easy,what a talent

[@lewie7820]

Jim is great. He has always been fun to watch and listen to.

[@michaelmorrison7632]

Love Jim Stafford. Glad you're still hangin'

[@jatco84]

Fabulous... Many thanks

[@alanstrom2221]

Australian AM Radio played " I Don't Like Spiders & Snakes " by Jim Stafford on high rotation in 1973. I was only 12 yrs old and just thought it was a great song, I liked the music and thought the lyrics were very funny. Until today, I didn't know that Jim was a comedian. I thought he was a Country music star. Oh man he is hilarious first and then a musician. I am now a big fan of his comedy. I've checked out his many other You Tubes and the man is brilliant.

[@TolKOZAK]

You are very astute. For an Aussie. (That's a joke. Not a good one.)

[@myobmyob2215]

Back in the day there was a Jim Stafford Show and a Johnny Cash Show that were both hugely popular at the same time Gotta be pretty good to compete with a legend like that

[@stephaniestevenson6335]

I love his expressions as he plays!

[@annanardo2358]

Magic fingers of a fine virtuoso.....

[@kathrynmolesa1641]

Saw Jim in Branson. What a smoking hot talent and oh so funny.

[@kenanderson6563]

Oh yeah he’s a nice artist

[@bobbyecrockett9032]

We saw him several times and loved every moment!

[@int53185]

Jim is proof that a sense of humor keeps you young!

[@TolKOZAK]

Right on. And his timing is impeccable.

[@robertsmith9156]

Growing up I had the 45 with spiders and snakes with the b side of swamp witch. I played it so much I wore the grooves out and it would tend to skip. One of my favorite records I ever had.😊

[@larrycourtney5638]

One of the best pickers ever. Keep it up Jim , you've got a whole lot of admirers.

[@davidinabremner2210]

Just found this how beautiful was his rendition.

[@NUKE-W.E.F.]

Wow Jim Stafford! So good to see him out and performing, Jim Stafford is a musical genius with a brilliant sense of humor. God bless you Jim!

[@marknorthrup7646]

Such an artist!

[@powellpendergraft3689]

Wonderful! Movement across the frets was seamless and clean.

[@TolKOZAK]

Only a fellow musician could make that observation.

[@powellpendergraft3689]

@@TolKOZAK "-) Many years ago I liked to dabble a bit. Someone pointed that out to me way back and I always listen for that added touch for a master musician.

[@alaitain]

He looks Awesome, Amazing for 73yrs Old. Still Great music and Humor, Talent..... 💯 👌👌👌👌👌

[@randyluttrell9804]

one of the greatest guitarist ever, it;s well known, and a phenomenal entertainer.

[@stevesellers1485]

It's good to see jim again. I remember seeing him on TV as a kid. He is very funny. And I think a great guitarist. Love you Jim stafford. Be well.

[@TolKOZAK]

What a lovely sentiment for a lovely man.

[@annanardo2358]

Geeze, he's a one man band !!!! 😍😍😍😍😍

[@OverlandOne]

I always loved Jim Stafford. I am happy to see he is still playing and making folks laugh.

[@TheCaveman46]

Still got the chops and still going strong! One of the very few of my childhood heroes still with us. 😢💘

[@mischeski]

Ye all come back now you here, Jims the man.

[@WolfRanger2008]

Excellent delivery of humor followed by excellent playing of this classic song. Bravo!

[@algo6485]

This guy has me lol I'm 40yrs old and just barely remember the good old days of wholesome entertainment but gosh I miss them!

[@idicula1979]

Same here.

[@weldrider1]

I remember Jim Stafford from the early 70`s......"I don`t like spiders and snakes"............WOW......I didn`t have a CLUE how talented he was/Is...... He has more talent in the tip of his little finger than i have in my 40+ years as a "Master Welder"

[@TolKOZAK]

He is musically talented. I am awestruck by him and Roy Clark, for example. But beyond that is his impeccable comedic timing.

[@weldrider1]

@@TolKOZAK Also.....Don`t forget Mr. Glen Campbell.

[@TolKOZAK]

@@weldrider1 You got that right, mister.

[@barryhuddlestun3098]

Roy Clark used to play the heck out of this song. I'd sure love to master it. Excellent finger work. 👌

[@TolKOZAK]

Roy was a musical genius and a fabulous entertainer. No wonder Jim called him his idol.

[@PaulWilliams-ls2nx]

@@TolKOZAK No higher praise for Roy right there👌

[@ZZMJo]

Sometimes I forget that Jim Stafford is an exellent guitarrist, bc of the Classical Gas performance (I'M STILL LAUGHING). I love to rewatch his shows. He never fails to let you smile!

[@worldsbesttarot]

Wow I love jim Stafford he is great

[@petecartwright5211]

The absolute consummate performer. They don't make them like this any longer...

[@hmackie6823]

I never doubt this man

[@mikeripley3266]

that is entertainment worth paying for.

[@theycallmebill]

Still wonderfully funny. I miss his TV variety show.

[@arnenelson4495]

Spiders and snakes. True classic!

[@gregdavis19]

I loved his television show in the 70’s when I was a boy. Fantastic, Jim!!

[@controlledburst]

Jim Stafford is an all American true blue born entertainer. I remember his TV show in the 70's. He is gifted with comfort in front of the crowd - as well as all his musical skills and sense of humor - and it has served us and him well

[@davidthompson4319]

Outstanding! Still as sharp as the Classical Gas clip. Just shows: practice, practice, practice.

[@TolKOZAK]

Lost tourist in NYC asks local, "How do you get to Carnegie Hall?" Answer: Practice, practice, practice.

[@zeub8254]

roy clark ,is king

[@TolKOZAK]

Long live the king.

[@rickvia8435]

Perty work. Jim Stafford always tickled me with his tunes in the '70s

[@kenanderson6563]

Lol he’s a good artist I love is songs

[@kippsguitar6539]

Great artist

[@wmrustycox]

What an amazing musician

[@TolKOZAK]

Also a very funny guy. By the way, your name reminds me of our neighbour who sang, "The Prisoner's Song" for us. His name was Curly Dick. I kid you not.

[@FordFracture]

I watched him on tv as a kid in the 60' and 70's and God I feel old now but you know what I'm not as old as jim ! Sorry jim

[@edwardgleeson7080]

I and a friend had the honor of playing in between Jim's sets in Clwtr., Fl in 1972. He was great - we sucked.

[@nitwitt50]

A great entertainer.

[@larrybill2661]

Hello Linda how are you doing!!

[@alansmith7626]

finally gets to express! I have loved him since the beginning , so glad to get the good stuff now!

[@TolKOZAK]

Fun to watch. Even more fun in person. He takes the time to talk to everyone who wants to meet him. Chatted at least 10 min with me and my wife.

[@chekovcall2286]

I love listening to him

[@TxgrlnGa]

Amazing guitarist! ❤️ listened to him for.. well a long time!

[@TxgrlnGa]

And bongo player! 🤣

[@kenanderson6563]

His song brings back the old time

[@QuantumMechanic_88]

A brilliant guitarist , A genius at comedy and Super Handsome .

[@acerjuglans383]

Jim Stafford is severely underrated.

[@QuantumMechanic_88]

HIGHLY Rated by Me & other normal people .

[@coryCuc]

@Wayne M Poll a hundred people. I'd bet 60% have never even heard of him. Get out of the clouds.

[@coryCuc]

@Wayne M you are a complete idiot if my comment went over your head. Let me dumb it down for you so your simple mind can grasp it. I didn't say Stafford was not talented. I live in Missouri. Do you have any idea how many times I saw Stafford in Branson? Lol. I'm talking about his notoriety. Since your first comment was pompous and full of contempt at being so cool that you again missed my point. Try to stick with me big guy. The poll isn't just asking snowflakes, nor millennials idiot. The point is is that YES Stafford IS underrated because very few people knew/know who he was and that is a shame because he was amazing. I grew up listening to Roy, Chet, Glen etc and very few people know them as well and that's a shame. Next time before your fragile little ego gets its panties in a bunch try making sure you actually understand what the person said. That way you won't look like an idiot again.

[@coryCuc]

@Wayne M Holy shit man. Just when I thought you couldn't get dumber. Read YOUR definition that you just posted. "A price less than the TRUE VALUE." TRUE VALUE. Idiot. Which proves MY point that Stafford is amazing, yet people (I'm not talking about OLD people like yourself, I'm talking about people in general) don't know about him which makes his TRUE VALUE less than what it SHOULD BE. Roy Clark was a master at anything with a string on it. Most people have never heard of Roy Clark, hence he would be UNDERRATED for the exact same reason. I really hope you are like 12 years old because I can't wrap my mind around having to explain this to an adult.

[@rebeccabennington6030]

I mean OMG! How could you not see if

[@graemepedersen440]

Amazing talent and still using his fingers to pick, a legend in his own lifetime.

[@felixmadison5736]

He don't like spiders and snakes...Jim was still as funny at age 73 as he was many, many years ago when I first heard him sing.

[@AwesomeBeatles]

My new favorite.

[@hochbob]

I saw you live at the Frog Pond in the Clearwater Beach, FL Hilton Hotel some 40 years ago. I was blown away by your talent. I knew then you were destined for stardom. Jim, thanks for bringing back my very fond memories of you and a special time in my life.

[@rogerdudra178]

Greetings from the BIG SKY. Roy Clark is known in Montana and liked.

[@TolKOZAK]

Roy was the best. Jim is pretty good too.

[@graycloud057]

One of the greatest showmen and guitarist of all time.

[@kentneumann5209]

If I were to hear him now for the first time on a radio, I would never guess he's 73. Could be as young as in his 20s.

[@zilufuzi]

A brilliant artist and magical entertainer👏👏👏

[@dennisjohndreher7258]

Add him to the list of Jerry Reed, Chet Atkins, Glen Campbell, Roy Clark, the best of the best old school players

[@PatriotSteve]

Dennis John Dreher He’s ok but I wouldn’t put him in that league. You watch Roy Clark do that tune and he’s moving so much faster.

[@michigunsanta8680]

Roy Clark was a badass player!

[@jonbaker3728]

@@michigunsanta8680 Roy clark was an artist with anything with strings. Amazing man

[@Mozart1220]

@@PatriotSteve And sloppier. I love Clark and Stafford. 16 Little red Noses and a Horse that Sweats!

[@roywarriner8441]

If you count how funny they are as well, Jim and Roy are in a league of their own. I am more a fan of rock but I think Roy Clark is the fastest shredder of them all, any genre. But Jim is incredibly fast as well.

[@cditzler6313]

saw this show a few years back and I cry laughed thru a bunch of it I dont think he played this song but the show will be in my 5 best of all time

[@TolKOZAK]

Same here.

[@tmx63]

I remember "spiders and snakes" from when I was a kid. I had no idea he had these kind of chops.

[@tomzeman5964]

I don't like spiders & snakes but that's not what it takes to love me like I want to be loved by you! Got to love Jim Stafford!

[@orbeinherrera3935]

Malagueña ...lecuona cuban pianist and composer....one of the biggest of all time...

[@TolKOZAK]

Brought to our country by Ponce de Leon, and his sister Beyonce de Leon. True story.

[@kduffy760]

I saw Jim Stafford tape his TV show back in the 70s.

[@TolKOZAK]

I'll bet he was great. Last saw him pre-Covid. He performed last October. He may now be retired.

[@jamescook6342]

Roy Clark is the master of this tune

[@joebloggs885]

you probably need to listen to Sabicas, Paco De Lucia or any other flamenco guitarist to see how this is actually played...this is basic

[@CatharticusX]

“Beyoncé De Leon”... I think I just disturbed my neighbors laughing.

[@TolKOZAK]

Great line. Funny guy and talented musician. Thanks for watching.

[@brucekielty8180]

Jim Stafford was one of the finest entertainers that I ever saw in Branson.

[@TolKOZAK]

Jim is definitely the finest performer I ever saw in Branson. Of course, he's the only performer I ever saw in Branson. (Just trying a little Stafford humour.)

[@dogloverjb6873]

awesome!!!

[@buddychapman6265]

Magnificent performance.

[@TolKOZAK]

You, sir, are a fine judge of musical and comedic talent.

[@Hypnus9]

Bravo!

[@kenanderson6563]

He’s a great artist

[@da33smith37]

Missed Jim Stafford as a kid. I now enjoy his old recordings. A delight to see him still performing. What a talent!

[@carlcapps459]

A great guy and fellow central Floridian I've always been a fan

[@staceyupper2562]

What a beautiful man. I`ve always loved him.

[@kenanderson6563]

Hi Stacey

[@larrybill2661]

Hello Stacy he are you doing!!

[@chadwaldron6329]

Jimmy lived right up the road from me in Winter Haven. Saw him in Publix one day and we talked guitars for about thirty minutes. Thatvwas years ago. Very nice man.

[@TolKOZAK]

What a great comment. I got to speak to him both times I saw him perform. I agree whole heartedly.

[@rubberstamperatheart]

He always was so funny... and, thankfully, still is. WOW can he play his guitar!

[@larrybill2661]

Hello Chris how are you doing!!

[@AndrewJamesMcQuinn]

Wow! Fantastic!!

[@TolKOZAK]

Not too sure if I should believe you.

[@MrFirstdance2000]

Looks fantastic for 73....! Still sharp of wit and fret!

[@MrMarkpark]

Man oh man, 40 years later he can still do it.

[@jacklangley861]

Nice!

[@rustydenison9391]

God he is good.

[@marleneandrejko6257]

Got a chance to see him at his theater in Branson, 1994 or there abouts. Best show there! Family focused,entertaining and he was so wonderful sitting on the side of the stage meeting anyone who wanted to see him. Don't know if he still plays there. Highly recommend!!!

[@TolKOZAK]

Yes he does. He still does a meet and greet at every show. Stays until everyone has a photo opportunity.

[@marleneandrejko6257]

TolKOZAK , love hearing that! Such a talented yet humble man. ❤

[@kenanderson6563]

He’s a great man that’s one of his character I found so nice

[@bingo1232]

Jim oozes talent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!