Drummer reacts to "Shin Kicker" (Live) by Rory Gallagher

[@markoliver630]

Rory was a real live Rock Star without the corporate bullshit. He never even released a single by choice but was extremely talented. Saw him live 6 times wish it was more . R.I.P. you are missed.

[@L33Reacts]

you can tell he loves what he's doing. a true musician. totally in the moment, absolutely shredding like his life depended on it. i'm down to hear more from him. apparently we've got some requests coming down the pipeline for him!

[@markoliver630]

@@L33Reacts He is my favorite musician. A lot of the comments you will receive about him are about his personality which is quite different from a lot of the others. I also suggest Shadow Play from the same 79 set. Check out the last few minutes Rory plays Grunge 15 years before Nirvana . Down to the red tartan shirt. Rock On you are doing a great job.

[@kevinsmith4429]

@@markoliver630 I WISH I WAS YOUR CATFISH! I worked a festival called Bull Island in Southern Illinois & were assigned to him ( greatest guy EVER) & Ted Nugent( biggest horses ass EVER! His nickname has always been Terrible Ted,well earned). One of my boys had to be restrained many times from just whipping his ass.Look it up, Called Bull Island Music fest,maybe 400,000 close friends attended.WILD!. It was in the Wabash River,LOTS of skinny dipping. Look it up, been told if you dig deep enough you'll find Rory playing.Stayed there I week, now couldn't do a day. Fun being young & stupid

[@dawnmoore4329]

Actually, Rory spent much of his career looking to see what sounds he could pull out of his guitar with just his hands and was known for not using too many gadgets. And he was an extremely good acoustic player as well. He also played mandolin, sax and harmonica. Lots of folks suggested some of his rock performances, but I'm going to suggest a couple of blusier pieces-"Calling Card" performed 1977 at the Hammersmith Odeon and "I Wonder Who" Belfast 1984. Some fabulous acoustic work can be seen on "Rag Mama Rag" 1976 Rockpalast, " Out on the Western Plain" Cork Opera House 1987. And let's not forget "Going to my Hometown" Rockpalast 1979 on mandolin. Rory is a deep rabbit hole and I hope you jump in!

[@randyteta9170]

So underrated, he’s a Musicians musician

[@missblondie2393]

Truth It wasn't until my guitarist friend introduced me Only 3 years ago that I heard of him. And I always thought I was such a Rocker Chick....shame on me. He's in my top 5 all time favorite guitarist 🎸

[@HelgeKS]

Rory Gallagher! If you go down this rabbit hole, you'll never get out! Saw him live back in 1984. It's the greatest...and LOUDEST concert I ever attended. My no. 1 guitarist of all time. Some more suggestions: "Shadow play" from Lorient 1994 - He was a dying man at the time, but still went God mode on the solo. An emotionally charged version. "Do you read me" from Rock goes to college 1979 Tattoo'd lady" - either from Offenburg 1982 or Rockpalast 1977 - two totally different versions, both equally incredible! "Moonchild" from the album Stage struck. Best version there is! "Just a little bit" from Roslyn New york 1974 - what a jam!!

[@L33Reacts]

awesome thank you so much for all these suggestions! I think we have some more Rory coming. I don't know what though :)

[@ChristianRouxel-s8n]

Rory Gallagher forever one

[@tommydevlin702]

Hi lee and maaan you got around to Rory... one of the greatest guitarists that far too many people don't know about. "Bullfrog Blues" from the Old Grey Whistle Test might just give you visions in the night.

[@killianlpc]

Lee man so glad you did Rory he is a total legend here in Ireland, and is revered by all famous axemen. What you see with Rory is what you got, no flashy effects and crazy pedal boards, just a beaten up Strat and that was it. He has some some great songs, Moonchild, Shadow Play, Bullfrog Blues, Walk on Hot Coals, Tattooed Lady etc. Saw him live many times both in Ireland and the UK. He was much better to see in the smaller venues. It's hard to believe he is nearly 30 years gone, and was taken way too soon. Brian May of Queen recently contributed to a great documentary about him. Even though Prog and Genesis and Floyd were my fav bands, just loved Rory along with Phil Lynott true Irish music heroes. You gotta do more Rory.

[@L33Reacts]

more is coming! can't wait. this was a great fuckin performance.... i mean good god. he is insane. that is so good. i'm looking forward to more from him. i would have loved to have seen him live. RIP.

[@isabelsilva62023]

"Brute Force and Ignorance" from the 1979 Rock goes to College concert is a must!! Saw him live when I was 16, Rory was genuine, highly praised by his fellow greats and unforgettable. Rory died in 1995 at 47 from complications of a liver transplant brought on by the medication he took for his fear of flying.

[@treehopper1000]

Finally you found Rory!! Check out live versions of Walk on hot coals and tatto'd lady, for an acoutic Rory, Pistolslapper blues, out on the western plain, don't know where I'm going. Keep exploring, you won't be disappointed!!

[@L33Reacts]

thank you! i'm glad i found him too. good god. what a talent. can't wait to hear more now lol

[@dougreed2257]

That strat is going up for auction soon,it's worth a £million now!!!!!

[@jimbanda]

£750,000 👏👏👏

[@paulduckitt3268]

Brian May met him starstruck at the tiny Marquee as a teen and Rory after the show showed him his amp and rig and how he got his sound. When a young Rush supported Rory he made sure they had a bigger time slot than usual as just a support. They never forgot the kindness and when they were huge they had Rory support them and had a plane the perks the lot as a thank you, Sadly missed. My first ever gig at age 13

[@mrwomby5007]

I always end up laughing and crying at the same time whenever I watch this. Laughing because it’s so joyful and crying because he was taken much too soon. You might also be interested to hear the music he made with the band Taste, who were the supporting act for Cream’s last concert.

[@L33Reacts]

someone else mentioned Taste too, I will check them out. Sounds like a good time! It is very sad. But look how brightly he shined while he was here. I guess he was needed elsewhere

[@connysieben]

@@L33Reacts thank you for that. You are one of the few Channels who make a reaction and really HAVE a reaction ! TY

[@johnwainwright4559]

Shin kicker relates to the 'kick start' on a motorcycle, in terms of the slipping on the kick start when trying to start the bike and it slips and 'kicks' you hard on the shin. You're welcome. 🙂

[@davidcann2405]

That Strat is very likely the first one to have been imported to Ireland. Another musician had bought it and played it for a time but it wasn't the color (red) he had ordered so he sold it back to the store he bought it from. Then Rory bought it and played it until his sweat burned the paint off and warped it.

[@davidcann2405]

I just saw that it's going to auction this October. Anyone have a couple Bucks you could spot me.

[@josmith9672]

He was such a lovely gentle man, and just amazing to hear live.

[@keithnewbery8948]

Great acoustic guitar player too.

[@richgaluppo4417]

Watching Rory in the small clubs in NYC in the 1970s was INTENSE. He came for a paycheck almost every year.

[@KeithMcbride-fy3hy]

Met him once years ago asked if he could join us at the table and what a truly nice guy saw him perform with Taste

[@L33Reacts]

that is so cool you met him. he sounds like a good dude.

[@KeithMcbride-fy3hy]

And he paid yes really nice guy

[@jurgenschmidt2759]

Rory Gallaghers "Shadow Play" live Montreux 1979 is really a must. And "Bullfrog Blues" from The Old Grey Whistle test too (nice drum solo for you). One of the greatest ever! Thanks for having him on the channel! Probably Ireland's most beloved musician of the 70's. When Jimi Hendrix was asked in a show, how it felt to be the best guitarist in the world, he's supposed to say "I don't know, you have to ask Rory Gallagher about that"

[@L33Reacts]

i thought that was said about terry kath lol i've heard so many different versions of that damn statement. i believe it though... you just watched the same thing I did. that was incredible lol

[@jurgenschmidt2759]

@@L33Reacts Probably depending on who Jimi was listening to at the time - humble guy. Rory was always amazing, giving his all until the end at every performance. There are stories of him finishing his concert, leaving for the next pub and playing his accoustic guitar there for a couple of hours.

[@michael7191]

Bullfrog Blues yes!

[@hbuch65]

I second "Bullfrog Blues" Live version. It shows the character of Rory as a musician! He let the members of his band shine, and they really showed, how fantastic they were.

[@dekk640]

I am real old f****r , you are blessed to revue Rory. I first saw Rory live in Taste and I thought fuck me how does he do that. His Strat looks fucked up but Jesus what a sound. Rory was one of the most humble men I ever met because he had time for his fans. I for one didn't need Hendrix to tell me he was the greatest guitarist I knew fist time I saw him. God Bless you Rory RIP.

[@barblessable]

HEAR HEAR dekk ,I'm an old f****r too, saw him twice in 70s .

[@corawheeler9355]

That was some old time rock and roll .. wake you up music. This guy is really good!

[@L33Reacts]

that's why i set it as the first track (not counting the reoccurring bands i do first) so it would wake everyone up lol!

[@nikosalmpanis-ty3jt]

R.I.P. Rory.One of the best quitarist 🤘

[@DelmarWyatt]

His album irish tour 74 is great!

[@diamonddavefuller6136]

Rory! Rory! Yes! More! Please

[@gcofield4498]

One of the greats of all time.

[@tinicum54]

Check out the band "Taste". Taste are an Irish blues rock band formed in Cork in 1966. They were founded by songwriter and guitarist Rory Gallagher who left the band in 1970. In April 1969, Taste released the first of their two studio albums, the self-titled Taste, with On the Boards following in early 1970, the latter showing the band's jazz influences with Gallagher playing saxophone on two tracks. History Taste (originally "The Taste") were formed in Cork, Ireland, in August 1966 as a trio consisting of Rory Gallagher on guitars and vocals, Eric Kitteringham on bass, and Norman Damery on drums.[2] In their early years Taste toured in Hamburg and Ireland before becoming regulars at Maritime Hotel, an R&B club in Belfast, Northern Ireland, in the summer of 1967.[3]

[@L33Reacts]

awesome! thank you! i will check that out for sure. i was wondering what band he was in before he went solo and that totally answered my question. thank you again. i will check it out.

[@kevinsmith4429]

@@tinicum54 WE NEED THIS DUDE TO DO BLISTER ON THE MOON, my intro to Rory. Still have the vinyl, will be playing it as soon as this is done,been too long. Thanks!

[@jr13227]

@@L33ReactsWhat’s goin on at Isle of Wight 1970 rocks

[@Hartlor_Tayley]

This guy can play !!

[@L33Reacts]

He's hired.

[@richeaton5752]

👍 (50 year anniversary last year) Time keeps on ticking... Going through a box of old ticket stubs not long ago. I was blessed. My first rock concert: May 19, 1973 (lol yeah, I'm old, but still above the dirt...) East Tennessee State University Rory Gallagher ZZ Top $4 It was about two months before Tres Hombres came out. (Dusty Hill's 24th birthday, I came to find out on his passing) It was Festival Seating and I managed to get about 15 feet from mic center. Rory Gallagher was pure fire right out of the gate, and his band was phenomenal. (particularly Lou Martin on his electric piano) Rory was amazing to see play and I think that he had as much fun as anyone. Then, Billy Gibbons and the boys came out. Back when they were the most badass blues rock band that ever was. Straw hats, jeans, no beards (but Frank. lol), and BG in a white tshirt w/ pack of Marlboros rolled up in the sleeve(lol). Needless to say, Rory and Billy made a big impression on a 16 yr old. Blues rock, slide guitar nut ever since. RIP Rory, Rod, Lou, & Dusty. Thank You! Keep Rockin' Billy, Frank, & Gerry Openers... Rory Gallagher- Messin' With The Kid kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWjEmmafnb-AeaM ZZ TOP - Beer Drinkers and Hellraisers kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYnWqJSimpp-qdU

[@bluetopguitar1104]

Many of us feel that Rory was unknown and underrated by the pop music world. However, he was a real musicians musician. If you were a young rock guitarist in the 1970s you knew of him. A lot of admirers, I've seen Slash and Brian May and Alex Lifeson talk about him. He was a very generous and nice guy as well as a fantastic musician. He also played a lot of acoustic blues and folk. A lot to him musically.

[@mka4pol]

Opening song of that set.

[@tomoleary7935]

He was "GOOD" alright my friend .... a little glimmer of total brilliance. One in a million ...RIP Rory

[@sharondavid-melly1498]

Rory never did drugs, it's said not much alcohol. He had a fear of flying...totally humble, sweet and loving human being. . Totally calm opposite energy off stage.They gave him meds for the flying thing and it ate his liver. Died from staff inf after transplant in 1995. His band and family always came first.. Check out his bio. Yes, he does softer ballads. He has an incredible bio...was never rich, got ripped off from managers.. worked to get $$ back for band members. Thanks, Lee, 💕 This didn't highlight his band devotion...usually concerts feature solos from each. Thanks Blondie

[@L33Reacts]

thank you for this sharon! it was so good! i can't wait to hear more. we have some more coming soon apparently. i love it. that is sad he worked so hard and didnt get to see any fruit of his labors. i hate the business side of the music industry...

[@missblondie2393]

Thank you for sharing this about Rory Sharon. I didn't know about his fear of flying. I was tempted to request Bluefrog Blues where he spotlights the piano player; bass and drummer and they all are top tier players but it was rather long Rory was definitely a generous player and appreciated and respected his band mates Love and Music Always 🎶 ✌️ 💜 🎵

[@normanmiller604]

Check out "What's going on" from the Isle of White, 1970. His band was called Taste. I saw him in 1969. He opened for Blind Faith. Loved him after that.

[@michaelkeefe8494]

Rumour is the Stones really wanted him to replace Mick Taylor but he couldn't see himself as a third wheel to Mick & Keith. FYI, Montreux is the most gorgeous place I've ever visited... That sign is probably from their annual "Jazz" fest.

[@L33Reacts]

i wish i could visit there too... i wish i could travel anywhere! I'm Mr. Mom Reacts at this point in my life LOL

[@mikeholmes5308]

Saw Rory open for Rush in 1982... my first concert. :)

[@joebloggs8636]

My alltime favorite ROCK guitar player.

[@L33Reacts]

joe, i totally see why. this man is an animal.

[@joebloggs8636]

@@L33Reacts Yep, Rory live was unreal , electric AND acoustic, Mandolin and he even played sax %100 energy.. personified.

[@randyteta9170]

One of the iconic Guitars in music

[@hardyharhar9]

A beaten up old strat has a special kind of beauty.

[@BernardHodgson]

One of the best live bands

[@JohnLancaster-fh3oc]

He was great! I hope you do the video of him playing "Too Much Alcohol."

[@lookmanohands1966]

Rory was a humble beast. No pretense just badass. Him and Gary Moore; under-rated legends. English guitar heroes used to go see Rory. Jimmy Page one of them.

[@L33Reacts]

Gary Moore is fantastic. We've only done one or two tracks of his but damn, they were monsters though.

[@andrewmorgan3166]

Bullfrog Blues(live) and Shadowplay (live) are both superb and well worth a watch.

[@elliotwright8996]

Great reaction of rory 👌 you should also react to some of rorys first band taste some great live performances 😊

[@stevepas1]

One of the goats

[@DesInDublin]

Actually he was contemporary with Hendrix and Stones and Clapton … I think he was the great guitarist of the rock / blue era … he could play anything- different sounds- 1 / Calling Card - blues jazz 2/ jackknife beat - funk rock 3/ fuel to the fire - dark heavy - album photofinish with a different version on Notes from San Francisco 4 / on tv - BBC ‘old grey whistle test’ (main British music show) special concert with Rory - All around man - blues rock I could go on all night… ‘amazing grace’ on acoustic with Bella Fleck on banjo - walking blues and blue mountains of Virginia .. Des in Dublin

[@jahdonkey]

Off stage he was softly spoken and quite shy.

[@L33Reacts]

most people are the opposite of what they project. thats why they project! i used to act like some criminal junkie because i wanted people to think i was that when the whole time, i'm just a nerd who likes to play music lol

[@missblondie2393]

​@@L33Reacts 😂 You sound like my daughter she sings and yet refers to herself as a shameless geek I think the most talented usually are introverted between my son a club Space DJ in Miami and my daughter the singer I'm the annoying extroverted mother 😅

[@hunterhendee4325]

3 time best rock guitarist in Europe. Hendrix was asked how it felt being the best rock guitarist & he said "I don't know, go ask Rory.

[@Driecnk]

Check him out with his band Taste at the Isle Of Wight. Jimi Hendrix gave him a great compliment

[@cletushouse906]

Nobody better.

[@L33Reacts]

it's hard to think of people on this level. page. vaughan. hendrix.... crazy. he is insanely good.

[@foghornleghorn8651]

The Rolling Stones tried to hire Rory Gallagher in the mid 70's to replace Ron Wood. How about doing a reaction video to Rory Gallagher - Laundromat live at Montreux (1975). Keep up the cool reaction videos!!!

[@DavidRold-pt3ng]

That was the Montreux Jazz Festival he was playing at & did a few times. Obviously it's not just a jazz festival. I first was exposed to Rory when he opened up for Jefferson Starship & blew them of the stage. And yes he has a softer side to. Rock, blues, country, Rory dabbled in it all. My favorite album is Top Priority so how about Bad Penny or Follow Me.

[@trippie-gone]

Good old fashion kickass rock n roll. Get it Rory!!!

[@doobiedave9686]

You should react to Rory performing Bullfrog Blues on The Old Grey Whistle Test from 1976, it is 🔥🔥🔥 Every member of the band gets to highlight their talent with solos in it. 🤘✌️

[@KenHunter-lt8wm]

Wow!! Mind blown!

[@fineasfogg1461]

I sure did miss A lot in the late 70s going to nursing school. What a ride w this rocking song. This was new to me and I love it.

[@L33Reacts]

glad you enjoyed it! I had a blast too. How could you not?? This is what its all about.

[@dougreed2257]

It's from "photo finish" from 78'

[@Crackity_Jones.]

A Million miles away, from the Irish Tour Film is a must

[@kevinsmith4429]

Knew this dude in the Chi. First real Irishman ever met He smoked that guitar.Helluva musician,HELLUVA drinker. He was famous for wearing redKeds.RIP BRO, MISS YOU.

[@heinztania9393]

Definitivamente arrasador! Como não amar, admirar e respeitar RORY GALLAGHER!

[@NoelKavanagh-ny5bf]

Check out For the last time,Rory has so many different sounds,pure genius touches your soul

[@missblondie2393]

Thank you for your great reaction to The Incredible Rory Gallagher. I felt the same hearing him for the first time just 3 years ago. I quickly became a huge fan and listen to him quite often Yes his energy is off the charts but he can play slower. His earlier playing with the group Taste shows this And the Bass player is a beast. RIP Legend 🎸❤🙏

[@michaelkeefe8494]

I'm down with any Rory you want to play.

[@L33Reacts]

me too!! lol! apparently we have more coming so i'm keen to see whats coming x)

[@andymccracken4046]

Rory was a blues/rock sort of guitarist, did great live shows, Jimi Hendrix liked him. He had a bit of a drink problem but was a legend live and there are some good albums and videos.

[@L33Reacts]

he seems like he invented guitar here but thats just me lol showing us mortals how to do it

[@bid84]

Only 3 people on that stage making all that noise!

[@gilbertgiuliani.4452]

Listen to Million Miles Away for the mellower side of Rory

[@827dusty]

This Irish Rocker was as good as anyone on the guitar. Jimi Hendrix said of Rory, "He's the greatest guitarist that nobody outside of Ireland and the UK have ever heard of. Jimi was the best, but Rory is right there.

[@ckane5142]

Rory invented ELEVEN...

[@annereidy7981]

Actually, he started in the 60's, does have a Wiki page. Also, he didn't have the money, his first guitar was second hand. His Dad bought it for him. No, he wouldn't have fit into another outfit, he was is own musician.

[@howardgott4946]

Rory’s guitar is coming up for auction soon,estimated to fetch £1M.

[@thunderspike1892]

Gerry McEvoy (Nine Below Zero) on bass and Ted McKenna (The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, Michael Schenker Group, Greg Lake Band) on drums.

[@dougreed2257]

Im sure its to do with motorcycling🤔,he's simply the best!!!

[@waynepollitt7653]

The best ever to do it

[@johndawson6975]

Rory is the Best..!!!! try Shadow Play (live),, Cradle Rock...

[@stevep2430]

The Rolling Stones tried to recruit Rory without success.

[@LaurenceOConnor-fg4dk]

You've just schooled by the greatest guitarist ever.

[@julienmarquet8612]

Calme down😂

[@brenthenderson3983]

He was a band called Taste before going solo, a trio with different personel..

[@nikosalmpanis-ty3jt]

Up the Irish.Rory wearing always jean.

[@richardmaguire9536]

The story of his guitar was it was possibly the first Fender sold in Ireland. Some idiot stole it and it was in the news papers that a rock and roller's fancy guitar had been stolen so no fence in Ireland would touch it. He chucked it in a drainage ditch where it was found some weeks later. Rory had the the electrics fixed but kept the body as it was. Fender now sell a Rory replica with damage. His 1960s band Taste was treated as the poor relatives of Cream by the management they shared but Hendrix rated Rory as best in the world when he upstaged them all after being forced to be first on at the Isle of Wight festival. He picked country blues and ragtime on steel guitar as well. Going to see him was like you were visiting a friend and he was doing it just for fun.

[@DelmarWyatt]

His base player was jerry mcavoy

[@acb9231]

Great song, very underrated talent! I’ve been a RG fan since the 70s. Without a doubt, his live material is the best to watch and listen to! I recommend The Last Of The Independents, Moonchild, Shadow Play, Secret Agent, Philby, Calling Card, Bullfrog Blues, Cruise On Out, Laundromat, and Off The Handle. ✌️

[@L33Reacts]

thank you for all the suggestions i will be doing more soon! this was too good for me not to do more lol

[@st3o780]

I always love to see people react to Rory for the first time, but for the record he was Irish

[@northlander4370]

Jimi , "i am the best " , Rory , "hold my beer" !

[@markschattefor6997]

Check out "RockPalast" a German rockshow with all the great bands from the time. And also the "Lorelei" concerts. From "Top Priority" play Off the handle.

[@terrymurray9818]

Rory bought that guitar on hp 100 pounds he asked mother to pay for it on installments he say he'd pay her back it was the first telecaster guitar in Ireland and wow could he play it I'm sure his mother was well paid back ❤❤❤❤

[@RossoVerdeNero]

One of my biggest regrets was the night my older brother was allowed to go see Rory live in the Ulster Hall, Belfast, but my mother wouldn't allow me. To be fair, Belfast wasn't the safest place on the planet at the time, but Rory kept going there when others wouldn't. When I feel like shit, I just bring up Country Mile and all is good...

[@fredholmes6284]

Fk Hendrix.. Rory's no.1 mate 👍

[@Irish780]

They rolling stones wanted him and he said no lol😅

[@patrickdoake6022]

Brute force and igronance on live lp stagestruck, also moonchild check thgt lp man gou will love it.

[@jimbanda]

That Guitar just sold for over $1.2m this week. Oct '24

[@Dreyno]

Gary Moore - The Messiah Will Come Again. The other Irish (rock) guitar legend.

[@gunsforfrogs]

Great video!! also, I don't know if you take requests, but I'd love to have you react to one of my songs!

[@saorsa5]

Tattoo anthor grat album

[@saorsa5]

There is a rory Gallagher festival every June in bally ballyshannon Ireland 🇮🇪

[@DesInDublin]

Another classic to enjoy - I think you have the wrong explanation of shin kicker - I think it is more a “shin kicker day or I got a lot to do” kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXW5inRsnbmFmMksi=ia0pA4trjHLl6M-X

[@excession30]

I don't like this version of the band. He shouldn't have let go the piano player and the former drummer. The music they did was much better than this. SRV notwithstanding, the power trio in a straightforward blues/rock format was getting tired and cliched.

[@markschattefor6997]

What you are suggesting doesn't work, lets keep it simple to proof how wrong you are. John Bonham was a decent drummer, now imagine him playing with the Stones. Or the other way around. John Bonham would never be invited to play in King Crimson. etc etc.

[@eharris2328]

Listen to DO YOU READ ME live