Joe Bonamassa & John McLaughlin “Cause We’ve Ended as Lovers” Crossroads Festival L.A. 9/23/2023

Joe Bonamassa & John McLaughlin “Cause We’ve Ended as Lovers” Live at Crossroads Festival in L.A. 9/23/2023

[@christopherstark2691]

Phenominal playing by JB, but if you're going to invite John McLaughlin on stage, wouldn't you let him take the long solo?

[@mynchux]

Yeah, that was a pretty crappy move. Still trying to prove something to anyone who will listen.

[@123uzuz]

@@mynchuxyeah ok…Hendrix fml 🤦‍♂️

[@johnrobb8435]

I saw Jeff and the Mahavishnu Orchestra on the same show back in 1975! It was at Hofstra University on Long Island. I still have the ticket stub and the price was $6.50!!

[@isodude1]

Saw the tour the same year but it was at Carnegie Hall. Jan Hammer played keyboards for both bands.

[@jemp1965]

John McLaughlin, 81 years old, and still so full of power and energy, absolutely incredible!!

[@kevinmurphy4595]

Thanks for mentioning that, as it merits acknowledgement. Saw Beck 4 times. After Jimi, Jeff's the most innovative of the Woodstock generation of guitar players, imho.

[@TDDmusique]

And he still cannot play gently or sparsely.

[@kevinmurphy4595]

@@TDDmusique "Who" are you speaking about?!..."WHOEVER" it is has a legacy you can never hope to come close to much less equal. Save the hubris for the other poseurs who live vicariously or snipe at their musical betters simply because they lack purpose, identity, manners or talent. We musicians are "all" incredible blessed to be members in a Fraternity unlike no other wherby we have the choice the grace and hopefully, the "talent" to "share" our journey with others, whether they be fellow artists or civilians. Save your criticisms, this is "not" an athletic even, its an art form, and other than prayer and devotion to God and others, music is the most "Sacred" element in the cosmos. You would do well to remember this in the Rite of Passage we all call life.

[@YouzTube99]

@@TDDmusique kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4C9mKalpbF0Z8Usi=gIIaXKv3_YgvO5wj

[@TDDmusique]

@@kevinmurphy4595 I agree to an extent with your words. Music is holy. But I still would never have liked to have John in my band. Too many notes..

[@CurtisRoyArt]

Thank you so much for featuring John McLaughlin!

[@marauder600]

John and Jeff were good friends. Both has great respect and awe for the other’s abilities. RIP Jeff.

[@alexandreguitar]

McLaughlin is incredible.

[@gunnarMyTube]

Imagine at 81

[@caprise-music6722]

@@gunnarMyTube crazy to think about

[@garyschneider8829]

He is that and more.. I saw him play with Miles Davis at The Hollywood Bowl some yrs back.. Brilliance.. Happy 80th Birthday out to Joni Mitchell also❤🎉

[@liecht]

Yes,is incredible he is committing the same mistakes over and over during four decades or so

[@bench7434]

Birds of fire from mahavishnu orchestra is one of my favorite records of all times, incredible musicianship.

[@zebedee8883]

Indeed. The same. My #3 (after 2 x Jimi).

[@robbienewporter9281]

My favorite LP also.

[@TheHumbuckerboy]

Those first few MO albums were completely radical and brilliant and remain so to this day

[@zankyalbo2208]

Saw that tour in Seattle, he opened with, 'Miles Beyond' ... this song always tears my up.

[@patrickcollins6830]

Saw them at their peak and it was overwhelming -- thunderous, immersive waves of beautiful sound -- and a true ensemble. Nothing like it. McLaughlin really reaches deep.

[@musicalSFCat]

Great to see two amazing legends, John McLaughlin & Joe Bonamassa pay tribute to the late Jeff Beck. They both laid it down during their solos. Nevertheless, Joe Bonamassa hit his solo out of the musical sphere. It was so well articulated with such raw emotion. Sure Mr. Beck was smiling from the musical cosmos above. 💯🎸🎸

[@ronlee2611]

He completely played too much as usual. Let the master have some time during the song. Overplaying Joe.

[@musicalSFCat]

@@ronlee2611, who really cares at the end of our days on earth. It's basically a live performance tribute to a legend. Many are jealous of Joe's ability, since age of twelve. If you can do better, give John a call.

[@doc257]

​@@musicalSFCatso if one can't play one can't dislike? I only see one legend on that stage. And it's not Joe. That's my pow , but sure I don't play 🎸 so maybe I'm not allowed to think like that.

[@musicalSFCat]

@@doc257 , what a bizarre reply. Who gives a hell, if you play an instrument or not. You feel maybe you're not allowed to think like that. Well maybe you should simply either make up your damn mind, shut your lips, refrain from making any comment. LOL. Many who know Joe's legacy, don't care what you think or feel. He's paid his dues well before adulthood in the music industry. Jamming with legendary guitarists/blues legends, early in his professional career, since young age of twelve. Speculate from your comment, have no clue about his professional musical career past thirty four years. G.L., dude.

[@doc257]

@@musicalSFCat don't care about his "career". I' m only into legends. You know: EC, Buddy Guy, BB King, Page, Hendrix, SRV, Raitt, Jeff Beck, Sister RT, Robert J, Lightnin', Big Bill, Muddy, Freddy King, Albert King. Albert Collins and so on. Never said he can't play, just not my taste.

[@kennethquintini658]

Hard to believe that Jeff Beck isn't with us; he left quickly, great to hear his guitar friends John and Joe playing a tribute to Jeff's songs 🎉👏🙏

[@royd7636]

A great tribute to Jeff. Jeff's "Live at Ronnie Scott's" version is my favorite.

[@charlieknowlton7003]

Mine too. Nobody plays Jeff's music better than Jeff did. And then with this one, the bass solo by Tal at Ronnie Scott's was exquisite!

[@pondlife1952]

And mine.

[@royd7636]

Yes, Tal is amazing (at 20 yrs old). I have the blu-ray. Both video and audio quality are exceptional! My HD600s were made for it!@@charlieknowlton7003

[@peterhuston9971]

His combos with Imogene and Joss there are timeless. Heap is the most "undersung" singer in history.

[@tgirard123]

Me too, that whole set at Ronnie Scott's was soo good. I also much preferred Tal on bass then the other girls he's had. Her touch and style just seemed to fit Jeff's playing perfectly

[@tomcatt9875]

That could have been way better if Joe would have laid back and let John have more time up front

[@slowwwwBurnnnn813]

TOTALLLLLLLLLLLY

[@fredchatham6680]

John handed it back to Joe when he was finished saying what he wanted. This was a mutual admiration song. Each watched the other in disbelief. Theres great players, really-really great players, then there's The ELITE. John was sent from a distant galaxy to humble us hacks.

[@johntiger5]

I agree.

[@carlwilliams6977]

5:22 This may be why! I've never seen McLaughlin under play anything, and Bonamassa usually gives other artists plenty of time to shine. They probably both didn't want to give John enough rope to really hang himself!

[@jeremythornton433]

Cool. Joe should have let john stretch out a lot more though.

[@tuxguys]

Honestly? I saw Mahavishnu on its first tour in the Fall of 1971; I heard "Blow by Blow" for the first time a couple of years later; I thought "Two Brits creating Fusion from two different directions, pretty cool." Bonamassa should have let McLaughlin play more...

[@susankirkland3852]

What a wonderfully moving tribute to Jeff Beck. Beautifully played between them and heart felt with Jeff so obviously in their hearts when they did it. Thank you so much for doing this. We miss Jeff so much ❤🙏🙏🙏🎶

[@raynardwarfield2343]

John mc is and always was ahead of his time a tremendous guitar player who explores sounds

[@cynergy4]

The opening and closing of this song always reminded me of whales singing. I miss Jeff Beck so much! Joe and John performed a beautiful tribute. Thanks for sharing it

[@kevc-69-]

John Mclaughlan was the only guitarist to inspire me to stop learning the guitar.

[@richhyland1046]

Jaysus! As a guitarist, John is on another planet. And played great as well.

[@forddriver8827]

Blues is the only genre where humility is the only prerequisite for entry. I have always been accepted both as a player & fan regardless of colour, religion, education or background. Everyday I thank the folk who created for me, the most pure art there is. Lastly, without the likes of Joe Bonamassa, much of the newcomers to the genre would not know the importance of its history and that virtually all popular music has a blues hook. Stay well folks and be kind to yourselves.

[@jonholland6067]

Well said!

[@LinA-it9vd]

Depends on what popular or music means. Rap and classical are odd ones out!

[@mikegreenguitar]

3:17 "oh, so we're playing at THAT volume. One sec..."

[@ronlee2611]

McLaughlin is a vessel for the music. The music is listening.🎸🎶🎵🔥

[@JR3714]

And he's still doing it at age 81.

[@fernandomarmol4758]

Una gran versión del arreglo de jeff Beck de este tema, pero dejando de lado el excesivo lucimiento de Joe en la interpretación, en el corto solo de john vive el el toque de jeff. Cuando menos es más

[@МихаилБусыгин-н2ь]

😮

[@markhyman5825]

Damn you got Joe, Josh Smith and John Mclaughlin on the stage together. Wow, that's a lot of guitar muscle in one place.

[@sylvainswift3234]

Yes, Josh is to be mentioned! He's at least as good as any other guitarist at the festival!

[@MrMaynardWR]

John is so humble here. He could easily be some arrogant jazz snob but he transcends that. Maybe the greatest guitar player.

[@quantumarchivist]

I just a few weeks ago saw John for the first time . We forget he's 81 years old and still complains so beautifully and present- at Shakti he sat for 2 hours crossed legged as well . I also saw one of the final three shows of Beck with Johnny Depp, and all the haters out there Depp was really really good as well . I was surprised. Music is always love - plain and simple :)

[@rc3754]

I'll just listen to the original. Thank you very much.

[@dr.buzzvonjellar8862]

John McLaughlin has a divine touch. Thank you Joe and band

[@musicforkidz3318]

John McLaughlin does have a divine tone, whatever guitar he plays, Mesmerising 🎸

[@spooky3120]

Bonamassa: Over-rated IDIOT.

[@dr.buzzvonjellar8862]

@@spooky3120 nothing positive comes from negativity. He plays a few too many notes, but he’s a self made artist and a valuable player

[@CezannieMelchor]

@@spooky3120nahnahnah, be nice spooky rookie.

[@jimnagel5611]

GIRLFRIEND DRUG ME TO SEE HIM 40 YEARS AGO OR SO IN DALLAS -- DIDNT REALLY CARE FOR MUCH OF THE MUSIC -- BUT THERE WAS NO DOUBT HE WAS A COMPLETE MASTER OF HIS INSTRUMENT

[@peterdvideos]

It’s amazing that a sensitive ballad written by Stevie Wonder has remained such a staple for guitarists.

[@cliodyncycwatch924]

Time for a young talent to take up some other stunning SW ballads like All Is Fair In Love, and You And I

[@kirkhunter146]

It was given to Jeff Beck by Stevie Wonder, He wanted to give him Superstition but Wonders record company urged Stevie not to give Superstition. So it is not that amazing. It's a guitar piece.

[@melodymakermark]

It first was a vocal piece though, from Syretta Wright’s 1974 album.

[@hartleycwhite]

Thanks for featuring this video. John McLaughlin remains my favourite guitarist for over fifty years. Also Kudos to Joe Bonamassa one of the greats.

[@carlenallador8611]

Superb! ❤ Thank you for sharing.

[@j.d.thompson3505]

As close as well get. 😢 Thanks guys.

[@benlogan430]

Extrapolation is one of the best jazz albums ever! Excellent guitar work and ensemble performances. And JM’ s work with Trilok is the stuff.

[@RocketKirchner]

Great record !

[@LeeOLumbroso]

Hear, hear! I also got hooked on “Extrapolation” when it came out _(before or after another similarly enticing album - “Devotion”),_ and it even went way further than that: • I got inhabited for a long time by *“Binky’s bean”,* in particular, because of its ‘weird’ metric, that I couldn’t figure out… It took me _- I’m not kidding -_ 25 years of playing it in my head and on the guitar to finally establish what it was, and you can imagine what a great release it was! :)) -- /!\ Spoiler ;-) -- The answer which came to me after all this time _(as I was sitting on “the throne”, one day, with one of my acoustics!)_ was that it was compounded metrics, with a composed cycling cell of 3 bars, 3/4 + 3/4 + 7/8 ! :) _(1-2-3, 1-2-3, 1234567)_ That’s what McLo can do to you as a musician, and I’m delighted to find out that only last week, he _(and the excellent Joe Bonnamassa, not an innovator as JMcL but a top quality synthesizer of blues, rock’n’roll and jazz)_ was still in top shape on stage!

[@cmberrian]

​@@LeeOLumbrosothanks for that very informative comment. Great reading. I tell you as f-d up as my life has become I still thank God everyday for giving us music.

[@SLAYERSWINE1]

I was fortunate to see Jeff Beck 15 times, including his last tour last year with Johnny Depp. He was my all time favorite guitarist as well as musician. I am still in disbelief he has died, it hurts me as much as when my Mom died. I saw the 2 Crossroads concerts in Bridgeview, Illinois 2007 & 2010. I checked out the lineup this year & not having Jeff Beck for the first time did not enthuse me to want to go to the 2 day event. Seeing this performance was nice. John McLaughlin was one of Jeff Beck 's favorite guitarists. #RIPJeffBeck #GOATGuitarist #ICON

[@ProspectorAl]

Amazing performance! I had the pleasure of seeing Jeff perform live once in 1999. It was a special day for me! Thanks to both of you for keeping his music alive.

[@helminenjuha]

Joe B had prepared a pitch perfect homage to Jeff B, then John M intervened with his contemporary (with Jeff) approach where jamming with Jeff up there was one more time possible. Thank you both, also hat's off for the band, especially keybs.

[@susankirkland3852]

Absolutely right 👍🎵❤️

[@ctap7767]

Is that Reese Waynans on keyboards ??

[@ParkerP29]

@@ctap7767yes! He’s been in Joe’s band for a number of years.

[@ctap7767]

@@ParkerP29 Awesome! ThankU for responding.

[@Leo-uc8zv]

Why wasn’t he at Jeff tribute Clapton

[@xprophet9]

Yep…and why wasn’t Jimmy Hall there? There were people who rarely had interaction with JB but JH was his dammed vocalist extraordinaire!

[@kevinkinnu341]

John McLaughlin laid back way to much here. I wish he would have showed what he can really do

[@kenselcer]

Josh Smith on rhythm guitar. Love to hear him stretch out!

[@duanewelsh5611]

Yes, he definitely belongs on stage with them. An excellent player in his own right!

[@garyschneider8829]

I saw John Mc.. with Miles Davis back in the Day @Hollywood Bowl !! Brilliant..

[@jimparker7778]

The giants of 1960s guitar still leaving such a huge footprint on the scene and the audience.

[@peterbetts858]

they set the standards , the high water marks . speed is over rated , and has killed .

[@jimdep6542]

Beats the hell out of Johnny Depp, doesn't it ?

[@fastjazz]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@damon9408]

Yeah, no shit😊

[@ryanmoore2779]

Who’s that?

[@jimdep6542]

@@ryanmoore2779 some dopey actor pretending to be a musician.

[@vintagepipesnightmares]

😂😂👍👍

[@maksimiliankiefergregl]

Thanks for sharing. McLaughlin is a living legend !

[@rodettridge3276]

I was so privileged to see tye Mahavishnu Orchestra in Adelaide around 1975. Jean Luc Ponty on violin and the album was Visions of the Emerald Beyond. It was amazing, it was spiritual and musical.

[@bench7434]

You’re a lucky man.

[@zebedee8883]

💌

[@paulkazakoff9231]

Yes saw the show in Perth and absolutely fantastic !So much power and grace and Luc Ponty bouncing off of McLaughlin was incredible.Great memories and you don't see anything like this anymore.Consider myself lucky for sure !!

[@ChromaticHarp]

I saw that tour in Central Park, NYC. The entire audience had Jaws dropped, it was stunning!

[@aindriubradleymarshall6226]

Fantastic.

[@steveness7909]

Wow that was excellent Joe.............Keeping The Blues Alive

[@SimpleManGuitars1973]

I respect ANY musicians that will even attempt the great Jeff Beck live! It's amazing to think a Stevie Wonder song could be elevated but Beck was THAT phenomenal. Gary Clark can absolutely blister this song as well.

[@mikemclenison8200]

Funny, I built Billy Cobham's Fibes drums mid-70's. Delivered them to the Mahavishnu Orchestra at the Nassau Coliseum, NY. I remember John and Jan jamming post gig in the dressing room. Looked like they somehow shared a Fender Champ amp.

[@To.Si.Ma.]

I saw Cobham playing his Spectrum this year in Berlin on his 80th birthday. One of the best concerts in years. Class act.Great drummer still - Also saw McLaughlin in Hamburg this year and again next month in Berlin. Top class.

[@stringrip]

Wouldn't that be early 70's ?

[@WorldPeace-pi1uq]

Of course JM sounded great, but this is the best I've ever hear Joe play. I never thought I'd a fan of Joe's. Both these dudes playing tribute to Jeff Beck is a a beautiful thing. FrancescoB - The Jazz Whistler

[@LorinTone]

Beautiful.

[@charlieplate9687]

Joe should have plugged John into one of his backup amps . It’s like hearing someone play a Stradivarius and then suddenly switch to a toy store kazoo. John deserves the best , not to struggle to turn knobs and be visibly dissatisfied with their sound .

[@bigdambluesband6295]

At first I was like "come on Joe, give the old man a break" but then I realized he really needed to pay homage to how great Jeff Beck was cause every lick he was playing was Jeff's.

[@Newcastle423]

And Jeff got them off roy Buchanan

[@jimiplayscobo5877]

@@Newcastle423 So true. I seen Roy at the Michigan Palace in Detroit and the back up band was Aerosmith slight miss match :-) Peace

[@SLAYERSWINE1]

@@Newcastle423 I disagree. Inspiration perhaps but no one will ever sound like IMO the GOATGuitarist ever Jeff Beck. His style of playing was his own. 1 of 1.

[@ivonsmith4255]

Sound is fantastic. John was great as was Joe

[@tinomendoza9372]

Bassist didn’t have a clue of what key to play and bonamassa didn’t let the man play that much hahah awful tribute

[@rc2464]

McLaughlin's album with his Mahivishnu Orchestra and Carlos Santana, Love Devotion & Surrender, was the pinnacle of rock fusion.

[@paullevine1813]

I agree along with Close To the Edge by YES.

[@BahFrancis]

When I was 16, I remember getting hold of the Shakti 'Natural Elements' LP and literally ran home to listen to it. Still vividly remember how I was blown to bits by the virtuosity of John McLaughlin. Still have the LP. And here we are today, the man himself at 81, paying tribute to another legend. Rest in peace Jeff Beck. We miss you..

[@ianedmonds9191]

Mine was Jon Mcglaughlin Electric guitarist. I was 16 and into vai and van halen etc but also Al Di Meola. I had no idea what to make of it but it held me captive until I appreciated it. I got into Mahavishnu and Shakti later. John is a bona fide Genius and has influenced a lot of my favourite players especially Beck RIP. LUv and Peace.

[@khalidnetmsncom]

Chills ran up and down my spine from the first note until the end. I pray to see John McLaughlin LIVE just once.❤❤❤

[@Hue_Nery]

saw him with Remember Shakti. Best concert I'd ever seen where everyone on stage is sitting down. One of the best concerts I've ever seen period.

[@MahaGraphics]

I saw him play at a medium sized venue in 2009 with Chick Corea and the " Five Peace Band" .. just after they finished their last tune, this very large, amazing bass player by the name of Christian Mcbride ran over, picked up JM and carried him around on stage showing him off to the audience like he was some kind of deity.... seemed like he just couldn't help himself... Everyone on the room's minds were blown by Mcglaughlin including the band.

[@mikegreen5619]

Like wise for me. Best percussionist, best vocalist, best guitarist all at the same time.@@Hue_Nery

[@endrodigitta831]

Thank you so much Joe Bonammassa ❤💯👋🙏💜👍

[@charlieplate9687]

I heard Joe talking recently about twisting the tuning pegs of other legendary players to prevent being out matched…. Another trick displayed here is to simply take their turns during the solos…poor McLaughlin reaches to take the lead twice and ol bonamassa plays right through to the next bar…in all seriousness lol love you Joe , love you John , you guys are what’s keeping guitar alive , thank you

[@AVCOME]

Deux guitaristes de haut niveau, mais Jeff Beck ne s’imite pas, il était seul dans sa catégorie, personne ne joue avec autant d’expression

[@jjmuni]

That’s what I thought too. They’re great but not Jeff Beck. On the other hand they did it with great respect and dignity.

[@AVCOME]

Totaly agree: respect and dignity @@jjmuni

[@tokingreens]

One of the best I have seen from JB - It is clear that JM respected him enough to let him have this.

[@peteranderson7487]

JM seems to be able to express with 2 notes what it takes most guitarists about 20 to express.

[@integralherbalism3093]

And he can also do the opposite....exoress with 200 notes what most guitarists would take 20 to express! Whether slow or fast its expression and heart that makes the guitarist great, with technique as only a vehicle for inspiration.

[@dniboc7227]

Love this! Saw JM back in the early 80's and this really brings back some great memories.

[@johnt7630]

Love that Joe has so much knowledge and respect for other guitarists.

[@markrobinson8410]

80 years old and McLaughlin still got it.

[@thomasrudy6132]

rip jb, your passing still has me in disbelief. you're a real jb too joe

[@lastdaysguitar]

So good, two superb players paying high tribute to a great master of the electric guitar.

[@peterdelaney7061]

A great performance is timeless. And one you don't want to end. This is six and a half minutes that went by in the blink of an eye.

[@AliceFernandes-gv7ry]

In my opinion, there was only a lack of consideration, humility and respect for Joe's absence. Because he kept his volume so high that we couldn't even hear Mclauglin in the VERY LITTLE TIME he had to play. Note: This is Alice's son using her cell phone. But I REALLY LIKE them both! Bonamassa appeared in my life before.

[@pondlife1952]

A truly beautiful tribute to the much missed Jeff Beck. Beautifully played by John McLaughlin & Joe Bonamassa. Jeff at least left us his legacy. RIP.

[@nuendo2496]

Wow !! Bonamassa was the best at the 2023 Festival!

[@markv.5962]

JB really had the sound down

[@sassybeadgirl76]

Amazing performance! So glad to have been there!

[@vikiryan822]

Joe always celebrates blues royalty. 💙🎸🎵🥰

[@paulbuxton1326]

Only be 1 Jeff Beck he did things no one else did on guitar 🙏👌🎼

[@aleforce1409]

It's a shame that Joe didn't give John more space to be part of the song, especially since he supposedly knows who John is. This isn't the first video that I've seen Joe do this with other guitar players. As great of a musician as Joe is, he just doesn't play well with other guitarists.

[@aleforce1409]

I've seen videos where he invites other guitarists like Eric Johnson or Greg Koch to play a song with him on stage, and then he tries to reenact a scene from the movie "Crossroads" with Steve Vai & Ralph Macchio - instead of making it something worth having the other person on the stage with him. Hey Joe - go write a tune like "Lila's Dance" or "Birds of Fire"

[@patrickcollins6830]

I don't know who was responsible, but McLaughlin was rolled back in the mix to a shocking degree, given his stature. I like how Joe paid homage to Beck by repeating Beck's parts, but I wish that he, or whoever directed the tune, had allowed JMs additions to be as present and powerfully audible as Joe's lines. Great performance, but the unbalanced lead guitars was wrong and poorly managed.

[@joe22589]

And that is the reason why Joe is not 100% accepted in the community. Always a little over the top. The masters dont have to show that they are masters. But Joe always has to. Maybe he isn't?

[@manuelfraiman5534]

John McLaughlin is a great guitarist in his field, and his field is certainly not the Blues orientated music... nor is it straight ahead jazz... If he lets himself play freely, he'll be out of style in no time; that's happened to him before...

[@admarhermans1]

For me, there this young talented kid playing with a true legend. The amount of notes and the FOH mix don’t worry me one bit, to be honest. Joe has remained a kid, knows it (😄) and will always remain so. Now, that’s a talent too, 😉. Mc Laughlin would have acted even worse when he was a cocky young lad. That’s how it goes with most guitarists... 🤣 They’re not bassists, mind you. 😉 🖖

[@bertbregdenz2756]

Cold Coffee ! Try Marcus Deml playing Jeff Beck ℹ️

[@jupiterlegrand4817]

JM's one of the greatest players ever, I've loved him for over 50 years...but if there's a bad sound, he'll find it.

[@ahall3823]

Joe has been great playing that Tele of late.

[@jackvai2681]

mclaughlin way to low in the mix...one phrase... INNER MOUNTING FLAME! mclaughlin and jerry goodman inspired me to develop my own style...i smashed jms blistering staccato barrage together with jgs lightning legato excursion... and voila...i finally found a way worth playing.

[@bmp-2267]

Excellent. Joe's phrasing and tone are hard to beat.

[@fretbuzz59]

*hard to take.

[@sinsagoodmansbrother]

Joe's volume is louder than John's because if it was "equal" McLaughlin would have destroyed him! There is absolutely NO comparison between Bonermaster and McLaughlin... John's technical ability is way, way above Joe's... Joe did everything he could to minimize be humiliated...

[@brianpatterson7332]

@@sinsagoodmansbrother I'm sure Joe would agree that John's technique is way above his - but this was a track that suits Joe's style. I do think John was too low in the mix, but but I don't think his playing would have 'destroyed' Joe's. Joe worked more on tone and texture, while John had more creative melodic ideas - I thought they mixed quite well. Now, if they played a jazz or fusion piece, then Joe would have been shown up.

[@spooky3120]

Bonamassa: Over-rated IDIOT.

[@moshezarviv1252]

@@brianpatterson7332 true

[@garyrodriguez8414]

Way back in 69 I was at Fort Homer Hesterly in Tampa to see Pink Floyd do their album Meddles and the opening act was John McClaughlan and the Maha Visnu Orchestra imagine my surprise to see all the greats in that band play for the opening act, I was blown away!! And then David Gilmore playing one of my favorite albums at that time!! It is a concert I will never forget!!

[@adamkrauss303]

MORE PLEASE! Kinda a tease. JM really didn’t show himself and what a perfect song for him to shine.

[@MrMaynardWR]

I think he has nothing left to prove.

[@adrianolmedo3816]

RIP Jeff. So much pleasure listening to great John and Joe's guitars. Thanks from Argentina.

[@imaseeker100]

This song has done something to my soul since I first put on headphones and listened to Blow by Blow almost 50 years ago. An unmitigated masterpiece. Well done gents.

[@viggogrendahl1]

Come on, Joe... You invite JML to show us how good you play?! Hmmmm....

[@vesean4141]

Jeff Beck was the truth,the only thing I don’t care for is guest spots,it seems as though Jos was attempting to out play John,John McLaughlin is a true living legend and his chops are as sweet as ever,I’ll never forget the first time I heard Mahavishnu Orchestra’s The Inner Mounting Flame (still listen to it to this day) it blew my mind,it’s a classic

[@phuphuism]

Can’t touch Jeff Beck guys……good try though

[@terset9912]

wonder what John had planned at 3:34, he laughed when he saw Bonamassa wasn't gonna go for it !

[@gregormarini]

McLaughlin should be more selective with his guest appearances! Bonamassa is known as not very respectful.

[@patriciacestare232]

Great guitarist...John M😊

[@maxjerryhorowitz4710]

Big Joe finally just showing his bald head--no more baseball cap.

[@albertcollins1362]

I don´t like "Pose-A-Massa", but love John Mc´s. Sorry Joe.

[@poliziagrammaticale9430]

I knew before watching that John would butcher this beautiful song.

[@seanoconnell2647]

It's sacrilegious for Bonamassa to be on a stage with Mclaughlin.

[@cognoscenticycles4351]

That song was dedicated by Jeff Beck to the late great Tele master Roy Buchanan.

[@ИванИвановский-п4ч]

Ну чо, пьеска так себе, бесформенная, но посмотреть на Маклафлина приятно - титан...

[@jacksmith-yq5my]

Joe just went unworldly, in my humble opinion, Im 68 and started playing when i was 12

[@scottstern6508]

Mahavishnu orchestra was a turning point in Jeff's career. I think he said Mclaughlin was his favorite guitarists? No one could top his we ended's though, especially with Tal manning the bass and that drummer he had during that period in the 90s.

[@TheHumbuckerboy]

Jeff said that he considered John McLaughlin to be " the best in the business" and he considered Django Reinhart to have been the greatest ever .

[@tonyirrationalexuberanceas9202]

Great song and a little history hee.....Jeff Beck dedicated this song to the man that showed him certain moves on the guitar....his name was Roy Buchanan.......thx Joe and John as I saw JB in Pittsburg in the 1970's a couple times at the Stanley Theatre...........memories thx guys.....

[@RockandRollWoman]

Nice video! I shot from a different angle. Haven't put mine up yet. Fantastic show!!

[@Dwoed]

Uplifting ❤

[@Mama_Grace]

This was amazing.💙

[@eduardorogeliorodriguez7012]

Musica para soñar con un futuro mejor