Julian Lage - "Day & Age"

Julian Lage live at National Sawdust in Brooklyn on June 28, 2017, performing “Day & Age”

[@Ayo.Ajisafe]

He dominates complex music and simple music, fast and slow. Many notes or just ringing sustain. Uses the whole fretboard. Loud or quiet. Aggressive or delicate. Absolutely takes my breath away.

[@jesusignacio9715]

I almost killed myself tonight. I came back to this, and as silly as it may sound... it really helped me to cope with everything that has been going on. Thank you Julian for being such an inspiration to me and others.

[@lorenzodeiaco8902]

Sorry to hear that, I'm just gonna take the opportunity to say that if you haven't already, you should seek help from professionals, because it can really REALLY help and make an actual difference, other than this I'm sending love your way . Yes coming back to good music helps you remember how beauty can permeate and radiate from trivial things like vibrating string, I surely find it moving. Such an amazing musician

[@_knitch]

I hope you're feeling better these days brother, hang in there and don't hesitate to ask for help when you need it

[@sarampium]

little brother, i know that you're sad and alone, i am too, we're being helped a lot, people do find a way to love us, i'm still finding ways to protect us from every storm that's left. i love you and you've never deserved to feel this way, neither do i. it is sad to see that we think of ending things, for the time being, i'll shelter you and comfort you for everything that you've endured. i can't promise that things get any better, but i can tell you there is a way in which things do get better. let's count on eachother to remind ourselves how badly we have it, maybe that way we'll stop for a breather. anyhow, it's been too long since i spoke to you, but now i'm keeping you very close and safely kept, no need to be alone anymore, for neither of us.

[@coma13794]

​@@sarampiumyou are a good person, taking the time.

[@coma13794]

There is so much great music to live for. What are you listening to these days?

[@philp521]

You know, people in these comment sections keep saying "Ted Greene", but I guess I don't hear that. They're two of my favorites ever, certainly, but they're very different (and entirely equal) in my mind. While both play Telecasters and have a wonderful sense of harmony, they've each got their own thing going. Greene always sounded like a piano or string quartet or something like that, but Lage always sounds like a guitar. Greene's genius was in making you think that he couldn't possibly only have 6 strings. Lage's genius is all about unapologetically celebrating those 6 strings for what they are. He so clearly loves being a guitarist and everything about the instrument and how it sounds. You hear "guitaristic" used pejoratively from time to time, but I use it in a very positive way when I talk of Lage. He might be the best guitaristic guitarist ever, like Greene might be the best pianistic guitarist ever.

[@christerry517]

This is a late response, but I totally agree. I love Ted Greene and Julian Lage, but I don't hear many similarities in their playing style besides the strong use of counterpoint.

[@NeilBolandGuitaristWriter]

Completely agree. Whilst Lage's influences are audible, they combine to create just 'him'. I think he's one of the rare ones who come along every ten years or so to change the way the instrument is approached, and in turn have others imitate them. As for comparisons, sometimes it's only a visually similar instrument that tricks people into false comparisons. I mean, how many times do you see a great modern blues player with a butterscotch Tele and hear people say, "Wow, he's really like Roy Buchanan". Bullshit!

[@jazznotes3802]

Nate P Ted Green was much more musical and unique. (in my opinion) That being said, Lage is a incredible talent and I think he’s an awesome guitarist. Ted was just something else!

[@atarirob]

Completely agree. I love Lage's music, but Ted Greene was a force of nature, touched by the hand of God etc. however you want to put it. The guy performed miracles with the guitar. When I hear Ted Play Autumn Leaves or Girl With the Flaxen Hair, like you said, its pianic, orchestral, a full bodied string quartet on two slabs of wood bolted together! Massive respect to both guitarists, Lage is equally as good I think but for different reasons.

[@henrydoesart158]

maybe the most incisive youtube comment i’ve ever seen.

[@SjurTobiassen]

Finally a guitar-sensation with a decent taste in TONE!

[@HomoChomsky]

And no need for effects for him to achieve it, or even an amp.

[@javiceres]

I saw his trio last weekend. Never ever have I witnessed music itself like I did that night. And it was all achieved with this barebones Telecaster tone. Best event I’ve witnessed ever, the musicality of the trio went way beyond I thought it was possible. BTW I can’t find videos that showcase what I saw that night only a couple seem to be in the same ballpark.

[@Cambodia69]

So you're obviously not a fan of Tosin Abasi.

[@HomoChomsky]

@@Cambodia69 , nah, his clean tone is kinda nice, but his distorted ones are bland city.

[@StreetHierarchy]

@@HomoChomsky horse shit.

[@noahaltshulermusic]

The most deliberate guitar player in memory.

[@Rogo472]

Love this. So true... the guy means everything he plays. So subtle yet bold in each phrase. Confident conversationalist

[@shizzl0rable]

@@Rogo472 very nicely put i feel the same about him

[@jeffdegener2744]

I have been playing for 25 years and now Julian lage has inspired me like its all new again. Thanks for that!

[@quegrandemercedes]

same here

[@javiceres]

Jeff Degener Same here. If you ever have the chance to see him live, that can be a life changing moment. I saw his trio last weekend in Madrid. Never ever have I witnessed music itself like I did that night (all achieved with this barebones Telecaster tone). Best event I’ve witnessed, the musicality of the trio went way beyond I thought it was possible. BTW I can’t find videos that showcase what I saw that night only a couple seem to be in the same ballpark

[@DeliTheHead]

Oh god his playing made me cry It's so beautiful

[@nirke_]

Day & Lage

[@combatRidders]

noice

[@crieverytim]

pronounced l-ahhhh-ge. but ok

[@Alanoffer]

His playing is always full of joy

[@jackk9366]

His playing is my favorite of any solo guitarist. He makes me yell out loud because of his licks sometimes. The way he uses dynamics too. If I sold my soul for his talent, I'd have ripped of Satan.

[@isaacwilks5898]

So glad to see Julian on the Tele again!!!

[@mindless9342]

His music just sounds so very human. The amount of dynamic is truly unmatched.

[@omtribe5693]

He's a wizard with a guitar, never ceases to fascinate \m/

[@GRumpyonekinobi]

Gives new meaning to 'butter fingers' he slides across that fretboard with such ease. Love his playing.

[@manabozho]

Jules is a friend and collaborator since his pre-teens. Reading these comments, here's a thought. If you had two music judges with stopwatches pacing the race between musicality and guitar-icity, when Jules crossed the line it would be a dead heat.

[@SharpEdgeStandardOfficial]

A living legend! Gorgeous tone

[@Mattieval]

Beautiful music and playing. The lighting makes this video feel like it was shot in the 70s.

[@diwa2012]

It's incredible how JL let his Telecaster sound like an accoustic guitar - I love it. Not to mention his masterful technique. A really great guitar player!!

[@manocchs9369]

Love when he digs into that guitar. Jangly goodness you just don't really get from big jazz boxes.

[@catboyzee]

Amazing touch and sensitivity.

[@jorgetenamusic]

Man, thanks so much for this. You are great!!!

[@brettgarsed]

Absolutely fearless!!

[@antonsavin72]

Thank you for this wonderful performance, Julian!

[@agape_ahn]

I love this song!!!!

[@opperlaaf]

This guy just always gives me a smile from ear to ear and every time makes me studying a bit harder.

[@Ukedc259]

Beautiful

[@zaldum386]

Estoy obsesionado con este tio, de los muy pocos guitarristas de jazz que me puedo escuchar sus discos uno detrás de otro sin aburrirme. Se mantiene siempre fresco, siempre melódico, es una auténtico titán!

[@inigomiscellaneous]

Ya somos dos, yo me siento como si me hubiera descubierto lo que se puede hacer con una guitarra, después de 25 años tocando.

[@xtheunknown6717]

Yes, Julian is a shining light that is redefining what jazz could be, as it is with just about all the greats.

[@BellTunnel]

Love this. I’m excited to see him perform at Berklee in November.

Que MARAVILHA, como sempre...

[@MuzoSTEIN]

Mr Lage - YOU'RE SOARING, HIGHER THAN HIGH!! Thanks for inspiration.

[@stefanobrustia8295]

Wonderful! thanks for your music Julian! World's fair is an amazing album

[@AlexPriceMusician]

Love this song. Loving the new arrangement as well :)

[@lazycat724]

Hey Julian, I just wanted to tell you that you are one of my favourite guitar players. I wish you all the best!

[@telamaes]

You are the best Julian!

[@kprice5877]

An amazing musician. We are blessed to have a musician of this man's caliber in this day and age. For many, he is an inspiration that helps us dream to new heights for our own musicianship. For others, he is the match that starts the bonfire of our tortured guitars.

[@ShawnTubbs]

This dude is haunting me in my sleep!

[@peterlloyd5285]

That happened to me. I woke up and I was hearing one of the acoustic duets with Chris Eldridge. The one were they are standing on the dock. I coudn't place it at first, then the penny dropped.

[@rudivorster4442]

Haha! Glad I'm not the only one!

[@hyoungillkim4431]

@@rudivorster4442 Another one here !

[@matheusg4914]

Me too 😂

[@josemolina959]

Creative, innovative, virtuoso and totally unique! So much more great stuff from this gentleman about to descend on the music world for a long, long time! And get this, he has the “Blues” deep inside too. 👍🏼🎼🎶🎵🎸

[@kevinsam3]

Makes me want to learn guitar on the telecaster, the humble telecaster. beautiful music.

[@betterthantelly2993]

Outrageous.love it.

[@diegopagin7172]

absolument merveilleux de créativité et de sensibilité.Julian connait parfaitement ses classiques

[@benabbottguitar]

Nothing like a master with that tele sound...

[@rnemchev]

Love your playing! Cheers!

[@muratibze]

He is playing like a dream.Unbelievable.

[@michelravel7473]

What a great musicianship! this is very rare in the field of electric guitar. Like Bill Frisell - but in a different way - Julian Lage uses "familiar" music styles to make a unique performance of his own, without the usual clichés, or with twisted rendering of it. Just fascinating from the first to the last note.

[@pretty.noodles3540]

I was 100% getting that Bill Frisell vibe as well. So nice to hear music. Real, beautiful... music.

[@KwotsinTuba]

Too awesome!!

[@motoralmaisangre1]

I'm going crazy with the man. What a great musician!

[@evandrooliveiragt]

Amazing!!!

[@dinomarco6857]

Grandioso!! Unico e spettacolare!!

[@conradowaves]

you are the best!

[@neossaengu]

beautiful...

[@jeunghoonlee]

amazing...

[@michawrzosek5417]

This is awesome

[@paulfitz6614]

Amazing.

[@RickDanner]

awesome and inspiring

[@HugoStreamLaGuitare]

Genius. Julian is the Django of our time.

[@douglasbarroso5296]

Les Cours de Guitare Moderne - Hugo Martin I would say a mix of Django and Joe Pass.

[@buzzee9961]

And Frisell

[@eltieum]

There's no and there will be no more Django. His name is Julian Lage. He's a marvellous Guitarist.

[@dazzid]

Totally agree! His name is Julian and he is unique

[@boydclark3546]

imho he is very good technically....not sure about musically....I currently would prefer to listen to gypsy jazz ala Antoine Boyer....maybe its just his choice of tunes....both remind me of a cross between Ted Green and Django

[@josemolina959]

Virtuoso and original !!!

[@sammygeorge7584]

2:36 “a whole new world”

[@dom.mp3]

amazing

[@renatomartinsterapeuta4534]

Wooooo Sensasional !!!!!!

[@stratmad]

Sublime

[@jairluna460]

The evolution of jazz guitar.

[@vifa1069MW3]

Felicitats Julian ets molt bo, Bon Nadal 💕💕❤️

[@Plafintarr]

I fucking love this tune so much!

[@dylanjastle]

This made me cry? Pretty weird. Never happened to me before. Incredible playing and taste in melody

[@coma13794]

Around 3:42 or the last 20 secs. Just a guess.

[@grahamaldridge]

Another absolutely stunning performance. Back to London please Julian. :-)

[@aaronwoods6534]

Awesome

[@teresaclaudiacampana6407]

This is crazy jazz

[@nicolasgh6027]

Just...crazy.

[@moreorlesslikeso]

Highly individual and refined. Great stuff! Nice to see it doesn't take fancy gear to do this - just an amp, a Tele and a sufficient dose of genius...

[@aidanjames1787]

moreorlesslikeso '54 tele and '58 tweed champ :).

[@moreorlesslikeso]

ah, yeah... maybe "fancy" wasn't quite the right word then... ;-)

[@olvichristo-5308]

Aidan James i believe julian can make un-fancy guitar sound great

[@thamhieu3906]

Actually if u look at 1:42 there is a bunch of pedals behind him

[@natewashere5056]

I agree with you totally, but tbat is some very very expensive gear

[@DomMinasi]

Very nice Julian.

[@RDXO17]

Fine Sourcery

[@thaddeusmilne5249]

Wowie Zowie.

[@RockClass101]

Wow

[@vifa1069MW3]

Magnific,joan Catalonia lliure💕💕❤️

[@irishmuso7129]

2:12 - nice!

[@clarathemusicgirl]

jazz WIZARD

[@cazedutton1694]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@prathameshtodkar2607]

ahh

[@mrssauce]

Nice one Cyril

[@visog]

OK he's ridiculous. What a joy?

[@no59do56]

😊👍👍👍👍

[@andrevpassosful]

1:00 baião!!!

[@Verithiell]

True pleasure, watching you play. The use of word "watch" is quite intentional. There is music you jsut listen to, but then there are pieces where the visuals elevate the piece even higher in your perception. Watching passionate people get lost in the sound of their own instrument is quite a sight.

[@charlesfabri9771]

He makes me want to play with my eyes closed in the dark. He doesn't need dots on the neck

[@HowlingYord]

That walk down at 1:09 is so frisellian

[@vifa1069MW3]

Que booooo, que ets, joan, Catalonia free, llibertat presos politics💕💕❤️

[@HarrisonJarrett]

Give ted Greene his respect!

[@guillaumeb9787]

No question Marcel Dadi would approve

[@informedoptimist5777]

Gershwin guitar

[@javiceres]

He impersonates music. It’s supernatural.

[@isaia1100]

what amp he is using? Regards,

[@don22b]

Unbelievable guitar playing, just gorgeous

[@salsabilahmedshrestho960]

look at his right hand movement!

[@reticuli4314]

Now this is much better than that Polyphia bullshit.

[@StreetHierarchy]

3:42 - the holy ghost

[@henrydoesart158]

What is the tune he starts messing with at 1:30 (the main riff is at 1:48)? Sounds like old man river but reminds me of an indie rock song I can’t quite place??? Arg.

[@henrydoesart158]

Maybe a song with the lyrics “best friend” in them? That keeps coming to mind...

[@TimestampMaster]

Henry DoesArt It’s the riff to his original song “Day and Age”

[@Ayo.Ajisafe]

It does sound like old man river! I love this too much.

[@abhinav1690]

@4:26 Alright I'll f off 😂

[@natobia]

you are a little genius :)

[@AsadSafuan]

Modern Joe Pass..... a guitar...an amp...and the great itself.