Kirk Fletcher - Chicago Blues

[@wrigman]

One thing about Kirk is that he is a FANTASTIC MAN! I mean as a person. He once spent about 15 min with my son when he was 11 years old showing him guitar licks. It was after a set, while a new band was setting up on the stage. My son asked if he would show him some licks, he did and then handed my son his guitar. My son played it back to him. Kirk laughed and took his guitar back and showed him another one. My son played it back again. Kirk again laughed and went and got his spare guitar. They spent the rest of the time with Kirk doing a lick and my son playing it back. Kirk told my son “Your a good player little man! Keep it up, you’ll one day be blowing me away on stage!” My son is in his early 30’s now and can play very well. He still remembers his time with Kirk. I have been able to talk to Kirk many times at shows. He is a very friendly and humble man. We NEED more people like him in the blues! P.S. I surprised he isn’t poor. Every time I see him live he BLOWS THE ROOF OFF! I’m sure he has had to replace many of them🤣

[@29031994290]

no effects, no percussion, no bass, no voice... just a clean guitar crying. Awesome.

[@jourdanredden3190]

That’s all true talent needs.

[@milkandmeat]

There is definitely some reverb

[@carlrae7129]

Harder to play when you are playing clean!

[@fattyjaybird7505]

Not crying.... Doo dat doo doot doo do bloo do bla do

[@guitarttimman]

Yeah he's very good.

[@Ly2744]

I’m watching this, wow! I’m going to get this down into my soul. Going to take many repeats but not stopping until it’s mine!

[@johnpandolfino8663]

This man is one of the best blues players playing today ....👌👍👏

[@Tolbiny]

If your amazing talent was not enough, your smile could light up a room! Love these videos. Thank you sir.

[@davidmccaffery7977]

I'm feeling it!!

[@klascojoe]

I’ve never heard of Kirk. I’m glad clicked on this. I wish I could do that.

[@DaemonRicks]

You insight is very valuable for the whole guitar community! Thanks sir! And hello from France!

[@jmichaelE68]

Funny how 30 people 'thumbs down' a player who "Guitarist" deemed qualified to teach a Blues Masterclass. That is, a MASTERCLASS. Pretty sure he's bonafide.

[@stevesmith8995]

I noticed there are those who play and those who just comment

[@AlanDavid]

cos' most are jealous

[@stevesmith8995]

He is playing at Norms guitar store with some other guy both have 58strats, lately it doesn't matter I play alone and I'm good it's work just getting people together anymore

[@fenderbender3664]

jealousy... :(

[@mattevans060972]

Josh Smith, himself in the top 10, said that Kirk is the best blues guitarist in the world.

[@ruaidhrilumsden]

This guy spreads pure joy! What a Dude.

[@萩原順子-l6c]

Blues was born out of the hard days in the cotton fields, and the seeds of it had been scattered all over America, then all over the world. We should appreciate being able to enjoy this great music.

[@Martoha409]

Just your basic 12 bar blues. Yes, I grew in Chicago. Muddy and Koko would sometimes play at my old high school back in the mid 70's. Spent many of nights at Wise Fools, Checker Board lounge, Quiet Knight up on Belmont and of course Rosas. Remembered being down on Maxwell street many years ago watching guys trying to play blues and it still had soul and character. Yes I gave it a big thumbs up and hit the replay button numerous times.

[@christophergrossman9802]

no need for pedals when you play like this!! this is the energy we need in 2020, cheers

[@erictalkington5674]

Tight! I've been a Blues fan for 20 years now. Started going to Chicago Blues Fest in 2001 and never missed a year. Well until the virus killed the 2020 Blues Fest. Hopefully it'll be back in 2021.

[@ix-Xafra]

Such control over dynamics and damping and keeping perfect time. He da man!

[@HeROsiNhEaVeN]

Thank you Mr Fletcher.....🙏🏻

[@handsvsfood2781]

Incredible. The base of so much music today.

[@MyTwangyGuitar]

Great (really great) playing but the best part is your enthusiasm! 🎸

[@d.f.219]

that shoooook me^^

[@Astro_touches_children]

He always looks like he's having so much fun

[@erik4683]

If I could pick anyone in the world to “sound just like”, Kirk is the guy. Subbed.

[@ptong226]

Me too🎸, love his sound ♥️

[@Name-el9ps]

Yea he has a sound indeed

[@mbermar]

Man, greetings from Brazil! I loved your sound!

[@djanitatiana]

He is really generous with teaching on this channel...

[@thert.hon.thelordnicholson7261]

@@djanitatiana Absolutely, I'm very grateful he has given his time to this. There are so many terrible blues guitar lessons on YT, Kirk comes from another direction and gives you stuff to think about, more of the "Zen" stuff beyond notes and shapes etc etc

[@dualpro5]

Hell ,you don't have to smile all the time , you sharing what God has giving you

[@virgilrw]

#Excellent Blues Guitarmanship! ☆☆☆☆☆ #Blues Clinic 101

[@Fadetoz]

I could listen to this all day long.

[@stevebrock4747]

Beautiful my friend thank you.

[@abradfordajb]

Hey, thanks Kirk ! I LUV our traditional roots blues played by our present days masters like you.

[@heinzblues7405]

Just awesome...I like Your playing..a lot..🙂

[@rickcypher4240]

Puts a smile on my face too Kirk!

[@alanderson9711]

Old Chicago guy says tasty and done to perfection. Thanks for today’s feel like we’re all back home, Sweet Home Chicago.

[@thenoodler]

Impeccable timing.

[@markclinebell7671]

Mr. Fletcher.....some guys play notes, but you Sir, you feel every note you squeeze out of your strat . Thankyou for posting and keep posting.

[@TheDunateen77]

Great blues guitar man ,it’s good to see people keeping the blues alive

[@animoceria]

Very good! Feeling! Time! Humor! Musicality! Groove! Blues isnt dead.`It even smells not funny. The lines of Kirk Fletcher in my opinion are floating to a point, rhyhmically wise.

[@BlindMellowJelly]

Ok, ok I am now convinced this man is officially a living legend. I was holding off to see if he might miss a note or fall into a style. He has mastered it all and well, I cant hold back anymore. Love it

[@ilcicero63]

This guy is great. Has an excellent attitude toward the music

[@steveornelas1131]

AWESOME!!!!! THIS KAT KEEPS US ALL GUITAR PLAYERS HONEST ROCK ON DUDE!!!

[@chrisg5271]

Kirk ! My goodness inspiration from great human being ! Thanks for your inspiration

[@XR650L_GUY]

I now know what Chicago blues is. I always liked it but didn't know it's name. Thank you !

[@BrendonGS]

Your phrasing is nothing short of excellence

[@licksnkicks1166]

Omg this 12 bar blues sounds so cool with chords and kicks mixed.

[@charliemcleod764]

Enjoying all your lessons, awesome, bonnie playing & beautiful guitar sound. Just found your music this week. Best wishes from old, (72 yrs) guitar player in Scotland

[@shawnn5213]

Play on brother. God gave you that talent.

[@patrickkirby7612]

He enjoys this and his enthusiasm and passion is more inspiring than anyone.

[@kirkfletcher2845]

Thank you so much

[@paulobianquini]

Clean Blues guitar player . Kirk Fletcher , win me as your new subscriber. You play the guitar very well and influence us. Congratulations

[@1philpot]

Fellowship of the 145 shuffle. So beautiful sir!

[@FSarnicola]

hello great, thank you I am your great admirer you are an ace of the guitar

[@kaisriahi7198]

i cant stop listening to this , good djob Kirk

[@johngarrett7050]

The grin on his face says it all; he loves what he’s doing and I love what he’s doing too! 😃

[@gcapeletti]

You're a beautiful man and a brilliant musician. Thank you so much for sharing your experience and views about music.

[@SLO4SpeedBump]

It's like that first cup of coffee in the morning. Makes you feel Gooooooood !!!!!

[@preacherjayk]

love this guys touch, that don't come from just learning licks, that comes from feel'n the blues, His timing is superb,

[@robertfisher1060]

Thanks Kirk, great inspiration!

[@actorjuanvaldivieso7759]

Thank you master we follow you from Lima Peru.. love

[@andrewclemons8619]

I sense the blues under that smile brother. The road is narrow but so worth it in the end

[@Americanpatriot68]

Man! I could crank this all night!

[@suysing]

It put a smile on our faces also, thank you for sharing that energy !

[@ToTheEdge]

This guy plays blues with class and style. Thanks for sharing your talent with us. I hope I am half as good someday.

[@leftystrat62]

This is Gold Thank you for sharing. cheers

[@albuquerque412]

That was just soul uplifting and put a massive 😃 on my face. The people who gave this s thumbs down , don't have ear for music . They probably think Ed sheeran and Taylor swift are artists

[@ganazby]

Man, I would love to hear Kirk burning it up in a small club. Wonderful player.

[@TheVatonaught]

Wow I got so much added to my playing after I got into this, thank you very much.

[@Magnum_Opus_Music]

1 of my fav artists. Great tone & playing and humble person. Thanks Kirk. Cheers

[@hoisin75]

that smile. he knows. love it

[@benyoungblood4770]

Thank you for sharing, Kirk! I’m a huge fan of your playing, especially your rhythm guitar style. I always take something new away from watching you play and listening to you talk about the blues!

[@AJMoore101]

Good Vibes brother 👌 Hello from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@stevewilson7915]

I can tell you love it Brother 😜. That was some sweet pickin'. The joy is all over your face and that's how it should be. God bless, love ❤️ and peace ✌️ o

[@billhannum4117]

Fantastic major minor pentatonic mastery. Such soul . Why is this guy not signed to a record deal . He is bad ass man and playin clean . Playin clean like that dont tell no lies . Makes me wanna grab my strat . . Awsome playin . Sir

[@teiltje]

This legend already made records he's now doing his thing online and on stage.

[@fightclub5066]

Yeah great playing! Thank you for that and greetings from germany my friend! Take care! Bye

[@donf3877]

Was head bopping and nodding and smiling right along with Mr. Fletcher. I love Chicago blues... but, I love ALL KINDS. Don't care if it's Chicago or Delta or Texas or whatever. If it's blues... IT IS BLUES :) But i know what he means about Buddy Guy. I downloaded a concert video of Mr. Guy out at Red Rock off KZbin. He was supposed to be the "Opening Act" for somebody (don't even remember who it was). Man... I would have hated to go out there on that stage after him!!! He is one TOUGH act to follow :) Oh and... subbed and will be looking for more videos from Kirk Fletcher. The man HAS IT. When you have his talent... you don't need a whole band. You can sit there all by yourself and carry the feeling and the groove. I can't even imagine what he could do with drums and bass and maybe a Hammond to back him up. Hope I find out some day... but stuck down here in Florida right now. Can't find a proper blues club within a hundred miles of me... so KZbin will have to do for now :(

[@ruechel]

this is it, folks. beyond all the mindless shredding and unnecessary notes, lies true emotion and storytelling. Virtuosity without content vs.... THE BLUES! 'yeah you play good - BUT WHAT'S YOUR STORY???' KUDOS KIRK!

[@stephenchadwick5852]

Absolutely brilliant 👍

[@lastofthe4horsemen279]

Love it .Blues to the Bone

[@discharge666]

That was amazing! Thanks for playing and talkin about rhe Chicago style. Greetings from tha LBC!

[@JohnnyBgood548]

Thats a blues groove! Beautiful Kirk!!

[@joetorrez6333]

That was beautiful. Thank you!

[@nicklang9210]

Brilliant Kirk.....keep playing those blues!

[@mathewfoster2058]

That's awesome. I love it.

[@robertrichter7702]

One Bad dude !!! Love this !!!

[@MikeOryszak]

This clip sums up what I love about Kirk and his playing. He makes it look so simple, yet its really not. He plays it with a sense of joy, I can't help but smile. So funky, and so smooth!

[@BessieMorrison]

How come I have not heard of you before? Excelent playing!

[@dahlbaker]

Great playing Kirk.

[@harpothehealer]

Your music is speaking to me crystal clear and direct I hear you man, made my day finding this .Maximum respect and best wishes from the UK

[@NotMarkKnopfler]

I just converted this to MP3 and installed it as the ring-tone on my phone. Yeah!

[@juka421]

This guys smile is one of my favorites in the game. Watch out Anderson pak, Mr fletcher is coming for ya

[@bransemlin56]

Kirk Kirk, what a great guy you are!

[@leedillow]

Listening to this guy play has given me goosebumps! Amazing!

[@cuellar23]

I love this guy.

[@renhoek3851]

I saw Kirk play at the 100 club in London and what he couldn't get that strat to do wasn't worth doing, absolutely outstanding player! Please keep posting stuff Kirk and come back to the UK soon!

[@razorruinzz3408]

Excellent man... you are awesome. 🤘🤘🤘❤❤🙏🙏⚔⚔

[@detectiveareafour3030]

You make it look so easy Kurt!

[@martyrosser3451]

YES, another Kirky video!!!!!! Man, the way you play rhythm and solo together, just so awesome! We're gonna need a few hundred more of these saaaweeeet videos good buddy!!! 😁😁😁

[@bertrumrumrum8797]

Nice, glad I stumbled upon your clip here! 🎸

[@williammcnabb8430]

Nice! Flower to my ears. Love Chicago Pizza BTW. Jam on!

[@James79561]

Good job Kirk ! I love it to on a strat of course !!

[@Markhayes1963]

This is the real blues,encompassing delta, jazz,funk,even reggae progression. Very informative, thanks

[@doyleallen3762]

Loved that. Cool Kirk. Thanks for posting ;)

[@markraley2752]

Love the rhythm and lead together! Nice job! Great feeling. Makes me think of the way I feel when I hear Freddie King!

[@lancel71]

If I end up being half as good as u someday I'm set! Thanks for inspiring me Kirk!🤘

[@chrischoir3594]

Sounds great Kirk

[@thagard7]

Well now I’ve got something to work on for the next month. But I can’t play it that fast. Another great one, Kirk. Thanks.

[@7ender8lues12]

Kirk always brings the blues with a smile!! What a great guy 👍👍🏽👍🏾👍🏿