The greatest thing about Beck imo is he kept evolving & getting better. He also challenged himself by surrounding himself with the best musicians!
@voronOsphere2 жыл бұрын
Great comment in every way!
@codycollier92422 жыл бұрын
i can’t wait till my fro is full grown
@uncleremus50462 жыл бұрын
@@codycollier9242 I’ll just throw away my Doo-Rag @ Home!😂
@michaeleaster18152 жыл бұрын
I've seen George Lynch make this same point, and say that's why he respects Beck far more than Clapton, who (paraphrasing) has coasted for decades.
@voronOsphere2 жыл бұрын
I'm more interested in learning these overviews of these legends' styles in "Soloing Secrets" rather than learning note for note stuff! I love this whole "Soloing Secrets" idea, David! Thank you!
@joethebar12 жыл бұрын
That show at Ronnie Scott’s is probably the greatest performance of all time. Beck was perfect
@psychonautpupildiallater77342 жыл бұрын
Agreed! and watching a young Tal just absolutely crush,. it's one of my favorites!
@autk2 жыл бұрын
The tour with Jennifer Batten is without a doubt the most aggressive playing he's ever done. Check out the live shows on KZbin. Amazing.
@wayneblanchard972 жыл бұрын
The Ronnie Scott's show is great though that venue is SO tiny (I've been several times). Jeff in a larger setting - and with a different lineup for his band (Randy Hope-Taylor on bass, Jen Batten on guitar, Steve Alexander on drums) - is even more wicked. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGXInn13iK6oj6M
@individrus2 жыл бұрын
totally agree!
@autk2 жыл бұрын
@@wayneblanchard97 that's what I responded with a month ago, great minds. Saw that tour twice. Unbelievable.
@voronOsphere2 жыл бұрын
"There and Back" is the 1st Jeff Beck album I heard (I was in 7th grade)! Blew me away!!! El Becko, Star Cycle, Space Boogie, Too Much to Lose are amazing tracks! Then I got ahold of "Wired." That one's probably my favorite! Led Boots and Blue Wind are great tunes!
@ronr79052 жыл бұрын
Good one. Jeff Beck is one of the most interesting guitarists. I love Blow By Blow and Wired, and really liked Guitar Shop when it came out. "Where Were You" sounds like a pan flute. Amazing.
@MrCherryJuice Жыл бұрын
Your mention of a pan flute reminds me of this, which includes Irish eulian pipes. It is stunningly evocative...very cinematic. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hae2h2WZZrR3l80
@druwk2 жыл бұрын
JB is definitely the most fluid improviser I’ve ever seen. He really is AMAZING. Interesting and original guitar player, and seems to walk his own path. Fearless.
@admbrnk36652 жыл бұрын
One thing I love about Jeff Beck: while so many guitarists practice getting their bends perfectly in tune, he typically bends notes OUT of tune, on purpose, and it sounds amazing! He is a true original.
@bobbyshroyer4402 жыл бұрын
They're 1/4 step bends. Called microtonal, influenced by Indian music which sounds out of tune to most Western ears.
@wayneblanchard972 жыл бұрын
Beatles producer George Martin, who enlisted Jeff for 'A Day in the Life' on his own farewell album, noted that Jeff is the most lyrical guitarist he'd ever encountered...that Beck's playing was like a human voice. And it is the wild leaps in dynamics, rhythmic tension and those notes which aren't quite in tune that add up to that 'voice'.
@babylemonade28682 жыл бұрын
Those 2 albums he did with Rod Stewart are awesome. Awesome playing and I’d love to see you do some of the rice pudding riffs.
@arunviswanathan55552 жыл бұрын
Great lesson Brewski! Growing up in an Indian household I immediately gravitated to Beck’s playing Knew about his rockabilly love, whammy skill, and fusion sound on BbB and Wired but never really thought about the “dominant pentatonic” scale. Love that bending up half step to the same note! That really goes a long way on Jeff’s technique. Man, what a master player! Thanks! 🍺
@derekclacton2 жыл бұрын
Jeff Beck is The Guv’nor! Genius is an understatement … he’s totally at one with his guitar
@marcleclerc20802 жыл бұрын
Just loved this lesson. Soloing Secrets is a great idea. Jeff Beck is really inspiring. Thanks Dave
@lamppostwillie2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, David. It's funny how JB never repeats himself, yet you always know it's him. Constantly growing as a musician even to this day. Such a talent.
@bamagtrdude2 жыл бұрын
yup - great stuff 🤘🏻 love Jeff Beck, esp the live stuff w/Jan Hammer - his solo on “Earth (Still Our Only Home)” slays me every time!!! 💪🏻🤘🏻👊🏻 TBH hearing that specific song & solo was so liberating as a guitarist - i remembering thinking, “damn, i can do anything i want when i solo!!” 😃👍🏻👊🏻
@davidbaron83302 жыл бұрын
Yeah, Dave. More of these Soloing Secrets episodes will be great.
@hanesbrindley27302 жыл бұрын
Opening is awesome 👍
@bagdirt12 жыл бұрын
Great video. Led Boots was and is my absolute favorite track ever. Jeff's playing is so impossibly tasty. Subscribed!
@mannymejia79722 жыл бұрын
Jeff is the guitarists guitarist, his phrasing is on another level
@nomadman1232 жыл бұрын
I saw JB in around 1980 and he played cause we ended as lovers and as with all of his songs, every note had character. But especially the ballads! Normally you would associate a big “pluck” or “thump/slap” with an epic rock move but it was done with such control and feel that it was beautiful.
@troma542 жыл бұрын
Thanks man. I saw him years ago when he was touring to promote the Rough and Ready album. It was in a theater in Cleveland, Ohio. He and his amps took up one side of the stage (they weren't miced) and the rest of the band was on the other. He blew everyone away. And his band was awesome. I love all his albums, but of course R and R will always be my favorite since its linked to the emotion of that night. Thanks again for doing this!
@BluesInSeattle Жыл бұрын
I'm here because I knew you loved Jeff Beck as much as I did and this is a very sad day man. Holy cow I'm in shock.
@donaldbergmann54055 ай бұрын
When Beck is at his best , Jeff Beck is the best.. so unique… damn I miss him ..my favorite era was early to late 70’s…RIP
@rayoll2 жыл бұрын
I love that the framed LP keeps changing. You have given me new things to practice. Thanks!
@michaelburkley12252 жыл бұрын
Jeff Beck's approach is what true rock and roll is all about. I thought he played with a pick but now I different. This really opened my eyes to something I've always overlooked. Finger picking. 🙂
@brianmchale78412 жыл бұрын
Only you could bring such a great tutorial of such a great player.There is only one Jeff Beck. Thankyou
@Buddy9692 жыл бұрын
Great video. Jeff is the reason I own an olympic white strat with a rosewood fretboard.
@darrylisaacs61102 жыл бұрын
Great video. I feel the same, Eddie lit the fire in me and then I dove into Beck. Jeff Beck continues to put out great albums to this day. He's still at the top of his game nearly 60 years into his career. What a legend!
@chickentwisties22982 жыл бұрын
Jeff has some of the most unique and tastiest phrasing ever!
@danielcurtiss77182 жыл бұрын
The lesson we have all been waiting for. Thank you, man! Once you get Beck fever, you'll never be the same. It's true, there is only one Jeff Beck~!
@195019602 жыл бұрын
Great upload, couple of interesting factoids, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page and Clapton all lived close to each other when they were growing up and learning those amazing guitar skills, in the same small county of Surrey UK. Mind blowing that in Jeff’s early playing days he also worked as a tyre fitter.
@voronOsphere2 жыл бұрын
Just a reminder. I too used to think "factoids" were Fun Facts, but "factoids" are either false or unproven facts that are believed to be actual proven facts by many people, because they are repeated and believed as true with confidence so often. A common "factoid" is that airplanes empty their dirty toilet water up in the sky in flight to get rid of it. I used to think that was true (along with millions of other people), but a former pilot told me that's just a factoid. Another "factoid" that even scientists believed was that Komodo Dragons kill their prey with deadly bacteria in their saliva, because they don't have venom. Everyone still believes that, but a scientist at a zoo took a closer look and realized that Komodo Dragons do have venom glands! Anyhow, I don't mean to be superior sounding in any way, because I too assumed that "factoids" were true, cool facts....
@voronOsphere2 жыл бұрын
Cool historical background, though, about Jeff Beck. Thanks! And I completely forgot that the Brits spell tire as "tyre."
@tomatopie342 жыл бұрын
It's funny to think about how if rock stars weren't rock stars, they'd just be some dude at a day job who can also wail on an instrument. I could see Beck spending his career in a garage. What I can't do is picture Elton John or Freddie Mercury at a regular 9 to 5.
@leechild46552 жыл бұрын
@@tomatopie34 some were from well-to-do families, Elton being one. But many were regular folks doing regular stuff before they made a name for themselves. Most all started with a guitar with only a few strings at best but was enough to make some neat sounds with.
@voronOsphere2 жыл бұрын
@@19501960 That alternate reality scenario with Freddy and Elton is hilarious (and probably spot on)!
@jkris23612 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much David ! I was blown away the instant you played the Dominant pentatonic scale...instantly sounded Beck-ish! I am totally psyched to try this stuff out!
@chrisgregory11602 жыл бұрын
Intro Jam is like EJ and Clapton got together with Beck on night. Fun stuff.
@stevengrinold32032 жыл бұрын
You never need to be nervous Dave! You're awesome and we all benefit. I think its great you don't completely mimic him or anyone! Keep up the great work. I became a Patreon member too!
@plexibreath7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great episode. It's so tragic he's gone, he had so much more to continue giving us.
@jeffscharfbccanada30542 жыл бұрын
You got me again Brewster. Was on my way to do something and stopped. Great lesson.
@stilllife4u Жыл бұрын
The demo of the Major penta used like Beck plays it is one of the best lessons I have seen . And I have been playing and teaching as a pro for decades .
@hailmaryrecordings82552 жыл бұрын
I was named after Jeff Beck. My dad was a very gifted player. He passed away 10-years ago today. I hate St Pats now. ☮️
@chrislestermusic2 жыл бұрын
Nice to see the Behringer back. That thing sounds great. Wonderful video!
@deluxe67x122 жыл бұрын
What can you say? There are lots of great guitarists. And then there's Jeff Beck. His command of technique goes without saying, but what is more important is that he's never been content to refine what he does, and then stay there. He's always looked to expand what he does and try new things, new styles of music, and find new players to inspire his music. He also has a terrific "vocal" quality to his playing, and seems to sing with his guitar. I remember seeing in an interview that when he made the rockabilly album, "Crazy Legs" that he had to relearn to use a pick, as he had using his fingers exclusively for years by that time.
@gregmize012 жыл бұрын
We jave Jan's pitch wheel to thank for a progression in Jeff's style❤
@jimfuderer63842 жыл бұрын
Dave .. Thank you ! Love they way you keep changing the album covers in the back ground.
@jimmiefarmer30222 жыл бұрын
Jimi Hendrix and Jeff Beck were my "Big 2" when I started playing the guitar aeons ago, with Jimi being the reason I started playing at all. When I was an edgy teen and was asked about the "Big Three" I would always answer with "Yeah, there were three guitarists in the Yardbirds; Jeff Beck and two other guys." I actually still stand by that today from the perspective of my influences, while acknowledging the impact those other two guys had on guitar as well.
@buddylobos52772 жыл бұрын
The Brits have a wider, more developed awareness of music than most Americans. Growing up, they have a greater exposure to classical music, opera & various cultural influences. Like Gypsy Jazz & Arab & African music. Jeff has said he listens to everything but he likes the Hungarian influences. I'm guessing Django. Also his favorite uncle was classical violin and loved to work on cars. Your past employer Guitar Player has many Beck lessons. One I like & saved in my lessons book was by Max Middleton. He lays out how Jeff used G Mixolydian on Freeway Jam. That was in 1984. And, I still don't get it. Great insight. Thank You.
@liljimitwofeatherz97352 жыл бұрын
Not Holy,but a trinity which is 3
@liljimitwofeatherz97352 жыл бұрын
I saw many kats in guitar player..
@visualsnow62322 жыл бұрын
Sss:3z
@RF9442 жыл бұрын
Thanks David👍. I had the pleasure to see Jeff Beck in 99, got to check it off My bucket list.
@chrisolson95472 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your videos so much. You do a GREAT job of explaining and demonstrating these ideas. All with a super down to earth personality too! You can obviously shred but your focus is always on what makes players unique.
@henrys.68642 жыл бұрын
Jeff Beck is in a league of his own. He's got an amazing feel and technique that's hard to duplicate.
@defcrew74352 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Probably my favorite lead guitarist as well and a really great over view. I love your lessons. You are a heck of a player and seem very humble. Thanks!
@brianwilliams25582 жыл бұрын
Outstanding Outstanding!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@voronOsphere2 жыл бұрын
Jeff Beck "Soloing Secrets"!!! Perfect guy to feature for this, David! Thanks!
@bleakcandour2 жыл бұрын
That quirky bends are classic Jan Hammer Maha style...with the pitch wheel. And later Chris Poland of Megadeth borrowed it. Funny how it all connects. Chris poland also loves his dominant pentatonic a lot, which makes sense, cause he loves Beck/Clapton. Great one Dave
@BenMcrea612 жыл бұрын
I’ve heard Jeff described as the ‘Guitarists Guitarist’. I am going to see him in May at the Royal Albert Hall in London - if London still exists in May.
@hydeane2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! This shows exactly why Jeff is unique and sounds like himself. Wired was the first album I purchased as a teenager learning to play guitar, probably still my favorite but also love all those melodic songs on Guitar Shop. Jeff stands out from the crowd the minute his first note rings out such, as on "The policeman's other ball" (as one tinny example) Great stuff, good work you are doing there🙂
@festcentral2 жыл бұрын
Great lesson! Of the big three, or holy trinity as you aptly called them, Beck was always my favorite, with Blow By Blow being one of my favorite albums of all time, even though I think he called it a "mistake" at one point. That was the thing about Beck; he was almost a reluctant guitar hero. He would go years without an album, work on his cars, and then come out with something that really captured your attention. Appreciate the time you spent breaking down elements of his style. Thanks!
@imacmadman22 Жыл бұрын
It was Jimmy Page who inspired me to play guitar, but I read an interview with Jimmy who said “Jeff, when he is on, is the best there is…” That got my attention and I had to check out this Jeff Beck guy and boy, Page was right. Jeff is incredible and is in my top three of Page, Beck and Hendrix. Great episode, David - I’m really glad I subscribed to your channel.
@chrisgregory11608 ай бұрын
what an excellent lesson. Beck often seems impenetrable to me but this lesson explains some of his wonderful quirks. Thank you!
@MrTimdriver2 жыл бұрын
Some excellent playing here as you try to show us mere earthlings some celestial secrets. Thank you.
@johnc.mitchelljr.27162 жыл бұрын
Fantastic Demonstration ! My "super hero" as well ! got my guitar is "WIRED" and off the rack for a test run 👍
@TwelveSticks2 жыл бұрын
I love these Soloing Secrets series ones...
@ganazby2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful stuff, as always, David. I would love to hear you break down his incredible solo in ‘Ambitious’, which is sensational. Cheers.
@davroshalfbeard83682 жыл бұрын
Jeffs guitar definitely talks guitar shop one of my all time favourites great album cover to
@cliveburgess41282 жыл бұрын
I have always called it the Hillage scale since the 70's, he lives on that scale, great sound!
@darrenm012 жыл бұрын
Great point at the end. You can have a favorite guitarist or be influenced by someone and not actually sound like them (or be able to play like them). It’s more about the music and the feeling than trying to photocopy their exact style.
@mark.guitar2 жыл бұрын
Superb look at a genius's choices! Thankyou for your excellent overview.
@akoolstik Жыл бұрын
thank you for giving so much attention to the original material!
@davidgoltra99502 жыл бұрын
You are so right about Jeff Beck. Great lesson. Thanks David
@rogeralleyne92572 жыл бұрын
You did a great job!!! I think the biggest thing that a lot of us don't realize is that our heroes usually admire the musicians that can learn from them & yet make their own mark!! Because they in turn get inspired as well 🤔🤔🤔
@t3hgir2 жыл бұрын
Jeff Beck: Live at Ronnie Scotts... game changer for me in High School... Gonna study this lesson closely! thanks man
@seanandben2 жыл бұрын
Hi David. A great insight into Jeff's style and playing - well done to you! When Richie Blackmore was asked about Jeff and his playing, he simply said "Jeff has notes on his guitar that the rest of us didn't get" which pretty much sums up how highly thought of Jeff is. I saw E.C. in an interview saying "Me and Jeff could be 2 sides of a coin". Not In your wildest dreams Eric!!
@allthingsclassicrock2 жыл бұрын
gonna need a citation for that interview. Doesn’t sound like something EC would say at all. If anything when speaking about Jeff he’s always been very humble.
@liljimitwofeatherz97352 жыл бұрын
@@allthingsclassicrock EC said it ,he is one ways is beck,he spoke highly of beck
@rockythompson27292 жыл бұрын
Fantastic Lesson! Thanks!
@azbluesdog2 жыл бұрын
I've seen Jeff play live a few times. Immense respect! Great lesson.
@RollingStoneZzzzz2 жыл бұрын
I got my first guitar after seeing the Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show. I never got very good at it, so I really appreciate you level of expertise. We had in Boston and surrounding areas a couple venues where Jeff played like The Boston Tea Party. I mean early career so up close and personal. So glad to have been around for the British Rock Invasion. Jeff's sound is SO recognizable. I also notice you have long fingers that actually give you a advantage playing. Like Hendrix, Jonny Winter etc. It is much harder with fingers that are shorter...for sure. Thanks!👍🏻
@zapphoddbubbahbrox56812 жыл бұрын
Excellent treatment! Thanks.
@vt-clu-b2 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah, this is rad
@loganbrown3565 Жыл бұрын
Rest in peace Jeff Beck, wish I'd gotten into his music sooner
@smtxtv2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Jeff Beck fan since the '70s. You nailed the feel of his licks. Video editing pro tip: extend the duration of the text slides. Read them yourself because they flash up and then are gone. I guess I can pause the video, but who wants to do that ? I want to read it at least, with maybe an extra moment for comprehension. The video otherwise is awesome.
@leechild46552 жыл бұрын
When I play just to jam out I almost always will go for Wired or There and Back. Jazz Fusion, or Jazz Rock Fusion, or Fusion. It sounds like Funk Rock to me. idk but I love it. I am fascinated by all the little quick notes and pickup notes. The master of phrasing.
@electricj52 жыл бұрын
Fabulous, love Beck
@georgerodrigues4638 Жыл бұрын
Great insight into Jeff's style. A lot more comprehensive than many others i've seen.
@johnhutchinson33682 жыл бұрын
LOVE HOW YOU MASSAGE SUCH RICH TONES FROM SUCH MODEST GEAR...INSPIRING.
@Boomsterblak2 жыл бұрын
Awesome,you had me at Jeff Beck is my favourite guitarist,lucky to see him in a theatre and outside with the Ronnie Scott band in 09..He did where were you outside warm(not Hot) summer evening...can still hear it..lucky for me I found JB early in my guitar studies...great lesson ..thankk you.
@STAMPER-DESIGN2 жыл бұрын
Just Awesome. Thanks
@EarthAltar2 жыл бұрын
Great lesson, Dave!. JB is one of my top favs. Led Boots still blows me away when I hear it. Wrote this 10 months ago, and little did I know he'd be leaving us. R.I.P. Jeff Beck. Legend.
@MeinFiesesEgo9992 жыл бұрын
Very cool Lesson! Thank you!
@michaelsingley56412 жыл бұрын
There's no secret to what Jeff does. He just plays it right in front of you and you think, "wow I never would have thought of that." Nor could you play it.
@LyleLongridge2 жыл бұрын
Jeff beck is the man for sure ! So are you David with your great musical videos and approach! Cheers
@volkerwilde2 жыл бұрын
You are a great teacher - thank you for these original insights.
@jirusjirus93222 жыл бұрын
Jeff Beck is a true living legend of the most versatile electric guitar playing. Became addicted to his stuff when him and Jennifer Batten recorded and toured together. All the powerful drummers that helped him rip on the techno stuff. You have great skills to replicate his sounds. 🪶
@makattak35502 жыл бұрын
Best instructional video I have seen in a long time.
@teresathomley37032 жыл бұрын
Jeff Beck is the greatest living guitarist.
@dressedtosmellgood Жыл бұрын
ope
@NicholasGnames2 ай бұрын
man, these videos are incredible. thanks for doing them for us. You're an incredible player yourself!
@markrobinson84102 жыл бұрын
Jeff beck is my favorite too, David Gilmour said beck is consistently brilliant, i agree.
@Leo_Safko2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this breakdown! Great video!!
@marca74342 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another killer lesson Dave, you have such a great 'touch' on the guitar. And I agree, amongst a mountain of favorite players, Jeff is my top favorite. 🎵
@ericsanders53572 жыл бұрын
I don't know what to say about Jeff Beck...I play with my fingers most of the time-by far...I Love the Wang bar...he is a genuine genius.
@BORDERLINEdelusionBANDmetall7 ай бұрын
Amazing lesson!!I am very grateful. Many years ago i got to chat with Eric Clapton. I was at work. He was gonna give me an unreleased cream live album. super cool guy. He told me all about Jeff and Jimmy Page!!danny
@jimnicholas76662 жыл бұрын
Beck and Brad Gillis love the whammy warble! Love your videos. Seen Beck twice. Jaw dropping.
@paulgreaves453 Жыл бұрын
Excellent analysis of at least some of Jeff’s inspirational approach! Thank you
@ransbarger2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Great job.
@markbrady75322 жыл бұрын
Loved this, thank you! So amazing how subtle but memorable some of those Jeff Beck phrases are. Great explanation of the hybrid pentatonic approach.
@Acousticeg2 жыл бұрын
I'm always quick to watch your tips and tricks to how my favorite guitarist play. One guitarist that is over looked by most who had a very big influence on my playing besides Jeff Beck is Scott Henderson. A look at his very unique playing style would be appreciated. Thanks
@kevinalfrey26332 жыл бұрын
Great channel I truly hope you grow, you deserve it ‼️