LRB It's a Long Way There - All guitar licks - FULL song LONG version

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Little River Band - It's A Long Way There.

[@GraehamGoble]

As the composer of 'It's A Long Way There', it's a great honour to hear this and realise the work that's gone into learning the licks. I will send a link of this video to our guitarist Ric Formosa. Little River Band's recording was a live performance in the studio. Regards Graeham Goble (LRB Founding Member)

[@josevannatter1622]

Graeham Goble Can I get the link? thx

[@LEADSOLO]

Thank you very much Graeham for that! Talk about an honor! What an honor it is to have had you watch this and comment on it. It was always one of my favorite songs, along with many other LRB tunes. That's amazing to hear the studio version was a 'live' play through in the studio! Thank you SO much for your comments. Thanks for sending it on to Ric! Tom

[@gwbenites]

Graeham, did Ric Formosa leave the band before you guys started playing the States? I saw you guys in Santa Barbara at the County Bowl and David Briggs(I think that was his name) was with you.

[@GraehamGoble]

Yes, David Briggs & George McArdle joined 3 weeks before our first overseas tour

[@larryjohnson2028]

+Graeham Goble Graeham this is a masterpiece, truly stunning!!

[@punkynoodle9370]

And, what’s even greater, is that Ric Formosa had the flu that day when he played this live in one take, and couldn’t wait to get home, but the band would not let him go until after he was done! Ric himself recounted that story.... He played that song in one take while dreadfully sick! How amazing is the guy??

[@waynemorrison5204]

👌

[@gerrydoe8824]

I first heard this in the UK in 1976 and it stopped me dead in my tracks. Pulled my vehicle over, switched the engine off and sat back and listened in amazement. (Then 'My Lady and Me' was played straight after; it was on Radio One, DJ was Dave Lee Travis) Been a fan of the ORIGINAL Little River Band ever since. Rick Formosa deserves a lot of credit for the tremendous input he put into the 'Band in those very early days.

[@j.jeffreymiller5594]

One of the BEST songs ever written!...It is just chocked full of licks..most guitarists should know!! Highly appreciate this video! This song is on my Top 10 Fav. Songs EVER!!!!

[@normatible9795]

Agreed. That is why i subscribed to this channel to learn and appreciate these music greats

[@johnchrysostomon6284]

You made me appreciate the LRB song even more

[@bbiluvmusic6028]

60 years old and I still listen to this over and over! Best song ever!!! Classic everything!

[@paulwallis1366]

How good was LRB ? Tight as fuck, great musicians and Glenn Shorrocks vocals, very very underestimated and undervalued. That guitar work by Ric formosa is in my top 10 up there with Stevie Ray Vaughan . You sir are also in that group, brilliant absolutely brilliant.👍

[@workerouter]

Rick Formosa is one of the most under-rated guitarists of all time. This song just oozes at times and slashes at times, all the while accenting the flowing lyrics. This is a work of art, which has never been duplicated by any other LRB guitarist after Ric left the band.

[@joebudgie2905]

ur sooo right, no guitarists LRB had after ric could do it. but than again how many other guitarists can do it. LRB lost that extra spark after ric left.

[@dennishatzidimitriou7899]

LRB will always be one of the all time greatest bands in the world long live Australia’s LRB

[@tripwarren]

That was the most amazing performance. This guy loves this song as much as i. I'm 63 years old and have seen the original LRB several times during the 70. Once at the Alladin Theater in Las Vegas. Anyway i am a pretty decent guitar player and have trying off and on my whole life to learn this song and have never been able to reproduce all the nuances and phrasing that this young guitarist just displayed. It is a technically perfect cover of this awesomely fantastic guitar solo that just wails through out the entire song . My all time favorite. Good Job.

[@muddymermaid]

Ric Formosa is one of the best Australian guitarists of all time!

[@kayakndave]

Also, wanted to add, one of my favorite songs of all time. A beautiful composition. I never get tired of hearing it. Not to mention, I was a sophomore in high school. Brings back wonderful memories.

[@LEADSOLO]

Sounds like we must be about the same age. As a young guitarist back at that time, I always loved this song, especially the non-stop guitar licks. It's a really awesome song!

[@cameron300462]

Sensational rendition of an absolutely mesmerising piece of music. Grew up as a teenager in the mid to late 70's in Australia with LRB, and wouldnt have wanted it any other way. 55 years old now and still a go-to listen. Thanks to Glenn, Graeham, Beeb, Ric and all the boys for adding such quality to our young lives.

[@aussiedadreviews]

are you reading my life history mate?

[@mjc42701]

Mine too except for I live in the U.S.

[@markberryhill2715]

Same story here as an American 70s kid. We played them to death too. I had an older brother and sister that loved them too so I had to listen to them 3 times more than most people.

[@Schteve59]

This solo was not recorded as an overdub but was played live by Ric Formosa as part of the backing track. He wanted to take another shot at it but the band convinced him he'd done a perfect job at the first attempt.

[@blueeyesol]

Wow, you are the only person I know to ever pull this song off like the record...congratulations on an enormous talent and undertaking to learn the guitar parts in this song! It was that guitar playing that made this composition of Goble stand out like it did! Awesome work my brother and great job! And to receive credit from Goble himself...what a compliment and he is going to send it to Ric who initially did that work...all I can say is wow!

[@kevinboren6882]

Tightness: 100% Licks missed: 0 As an LRB fan since 78, I am soo stoked to see this. TYVM.

[@dougconley]

Some of the coolest guitar licks ever in that song. :)

[@toddburgess6792]

That song is perfect as recorded, and your cover gave me chills. Hearing some of the subtleties of the riffs I hadn't noticed in the record solidified this as one of my all time favorites. Thank you!

[@LEADSOLO]

Thanks

[@MrMonteCarloRacing]

I been thru a lot of "shit" lately gave up on a lot of things..... a lot of people...and my guitar. I want you to know... watching your video......inspired me to pick up my guitar again. THANK YOU. You inspired me

[@LEADSOLO]

Thanks! All the best to you! I sincerely mean it!

[@Marshall_EL34]

Growing up in a U.S. Military family, I grew up overseas, when dad retired and we moved home to the States in 79' I was inundated with killer music I had never heard. This song plays through my head over and over of the wonderful 70's. What a killer adventure on a Strat in the out of phase notch. Beauty playin mate. Rock on.

[@LEADSOLO]

+Gibson LesPaul thanks! I like your way with words... The strat in the out of phase notch adventure...:)

[@JoeMa-hm5ze]

When Graeham Goble himself gives you a stamp of approval, there is nothing more to say except, GREAT JOB!

[@RickEStereo]

Just happened to stumble upon this by accident!!!! You sir are a freak! I am in awe!!!! Not only did you nail the notes, but also the feel, the phrasing, the tone........OMG, I'm going to have to lie down for a bit!!!! Oh, and for the legend that is Graeham Goble to also comment, that is one amazing honour!!! Well done!

[@glennnewton4482]

We were driving back to Melbourne from Geelong today and as we approached the Little River sign, I said to my lady quick...we have to play 'It's a long way there'. Still a fabulous song & all time fave, and you my friend are unbelievable.

[@LEADSOLO]

Yes a fantastic song I agree... and thank you

[@textsmsmaster9884]

What a trivia nugget Graeham shared that this long version was recorded straight up as a Live take in the studio .. I was playing guitar in a band when this album was released and had been listening to LRB material and never knew this was a live track .. in our early studio days we were limited in recording technology .. a full band live version track was just in its infancy .. we started with reel to reel .. lol

[@sjdanthem]

I can't tell you how much I love this. If somebody asked me to name my top ten songs of all time, this would be one of them. I used to be the projectionist at an old theater during college summers and I'd play it before and after the features. It just spoke to me, plus I saw LRB about 4 times during those years. I even had an 8-track of Diamantina Cocktail. :)

[@livenhfree]

SO well done. I am so jealous. I love to play, but could never pull something like this off. Kudos to you!

[@stony2494]

Outstanding work! One of my all time favorite bands and this I think was their best 😎😎

[@Gordonsmusic911]

Outstanding! Didn't think it could be done. One of my all time favorite leads, by one of the best bands ever (not the impostors that are out there touring now). You are a bad ass guitar player!!

[@mattpearce6465]

Absolutely brilliant! This is as good as anything I have seen on here, fella. I must have watched this 10 times already. Incredible.

[@scottwhite2757]

No kidding me too Love this..

[@warriordragonify]

Another KZbin Jewel. Well done I just spent 8:40 watching some guy's hands making the music that has been a fave for 40 years. The vids of LRB never stay on the lead guitar player long enough. Thank you. You do them proud.

[@LEADSOLO]

+brian lucas Thanks for watching! Yeah I always think the same thing about professional videos never showing the guitarists hands. What's up with that? They show his face through the entire solo sometimes?? I just don't get it. LOL

[@davidschmidt9339]

SIMPLY FANTASTIC!!!!

[@Rickwardful]

Very Clever indeed and much appreciated. Fantastic song with some fantastic Guitar licks. When the mighty Graeham Goble himself passes favourable comment, you know, you’ve cracked it! Very well done!

[@jimu57]

Probably my favorite song of all time. I am mainly a bassist but also play rhythm. Amazing job of a very accurate guitar line.

[@LEADSOLO]

+jimu57 thx!

[@larryjohnson-el8lv]

This is maybe the greatest rock song in history

[@donaldmauranii2328]

I AGREE

[@thomasburrow783]

It's a great song but the greatest might be a bit of a stretch

[@larryjohnson-el8lv]

@@thomasburrow783 Well' you 'll notice I dId say 'maybe' LOL but it is a great song and Ric Formosa's lead guitar throughout the piece is remarkable

[@larryjohnson-el8lv]

And oh yeah, to date I have gotten 20 likes for my comment

[@boboneill6721]

I ended up here after having a LRB craving...out of curiosity I searched for LRB cover and I got right back at a familiar place...I've bought this KZbinrs tabs twice because he deserves it ... those double stops are just awesome.

[@stephengomez7377]

Excellent! As a 60 year old guitarist, it's amazing to see you nail this great song! Thanks!

[@jamessingleton4856]

You are a master. Perfect timing, perfect feel. Bloody amazing!

[@ryanfisher5835]

This song is perfect in every way. The only downside is that it eventually ends. Great job on this and sad I only found this video so many years late.

[@bartin07]

Awesome dude. Sadly they don't make music like this these days anymore.

[@lespaul8489]

Having such words of praise from the composer, Mister Graeham George Goble himself, I am unable to add any words. It's like an accolade

[@LEADSOLO]

Yes very nice of him to comment! 😀. And you too! Thank you!

[@christopherbowman5917]

just pumped this song driving to bairnsdale in my hk wagon 76

[@carmellocuevas3900]

WOW!!!!!!! I cant seem to close my mouth!! Just fantastic! all time favorite LRB. 'Was in radio in the 70's when they broke

[@paulwallis1366]

One of my favourite guitar parts right up there and it's Aussie. Recorded live I think. Brilliant

[@MrMonteCarloRacing]

I been playing guitar for 30 years.. we did this song years ago live. Its one Tough song to do not-for-note. You NAILED it , every single note, You are one hell of a great guitar player. Thank you.

[@LEADSOLO]

wow thanks for that!

[@valhallacoldwind3362]

Wonderful playing of a superb guitar track & of course a great song ! So nice to see & hear a Rik Formosa guitar extravaganza, well done indeed! I had the pleasure of witnessing the classic original LRB live back in 1976! It was brilliant & their first & second albums are simply their best to my ears. They had a few great songs following these 2 albums of course, but there is something magical about those two albums! Cheers!

[@MrMonteCarloRacing]

I been playing guitar for 30 years........ we did this song in my old band about 10 years ago.. I remember how difficult it was... YOU NAILED IT. You are a great guitar player.

[@LEADSOLO]

James Vokovan wow thanks so much!... about 30 years ago myself I remember trying to figure it out and just getting through the intro solo and stopping. I guess with the years things become more natural... plus being able to slow things down today is a BIG help. I'm sure it would probably be easier for you nowadays as well.

[@hitsliveview]

How incredibly awesome and yet so totally discouraging. I could practice every minute of every day until the day I die and never play that. One of my all time favorite songs. Good show.

[@thegrambsofficial7830]

I can't express enough my amazement at watching this video... A song and a guitar solo which make me feel ecstatic, I look for a video where I could see LRB play this tune and see Ric performing the solo and I find ...this video with Tom nailing it down like... a dream. On top the composer of this masterpiece song himself, Graeham, adds a rewarding comment for the work done. Unbelievable. Fantastic job Tom, THANK YOU ! I am sharing it with all my friends guitar players and not only

[@LEADSOLO]

Thank you so much man and for sharing it!!! Yes growing up I'd have to say it was definitely one of my favorite guitar solos.... The entire song is just greatly guitar licks in my opinion.... I don't know how he did that in one take as I've heard he did.

[@chanang453]

one of my all time favourites....rick formosa guitar...but u do it spot on ...respect

[@hotheadedjoelhaha]

Sounds wonderful.

[@watchman11000]

Fantastic job filling in rhythm with the lead. Love that song.

[@fibo12358]

just stumbled on this again, and i just have to ask WHY can you do that so well!?? reminds me of the sergeant yelling at forrest gump, "WHY DID YOU DISASSEMBLE AND ASSEMBLE THAT WEAPON SO FAST?!!" - "BECAUSE YOU TOLD ME TO, SERGEANT!" lol what i mean is, it just seems to be what you do, but wow the work it would take for me to play all that is exhausting just thinking about it! GREAT JOB!!!

[@johnnyzbass]

Just brilliant , my favourite band of all time, I saw them at Birmingham Town Hall UK a long time back with David Briggs on lead. The band were just fantastic, I still play there songs today.

[@nicoletteshaw8431]

Magnificent!!!!..... Isolating the lead like this makes you appreciate what goes into the song!!!!....... Also the magnificence of the one that writes the lead lick's and the compilation as it's put into the song.......also the band putting it all altogether for fan's to rave about it over the many years since they put practice into perfection!

[@TheMDGMobile]

humbling to watch you play this. it is absolute mastery!! thank you truly!!!!!!

[@LEADSOLO]

wow thanks so much... that's very nice of you to say.. :)

[@TheMDGMobile]

playguitarsolos Im just realised I bought the DVD of this and Hotel California from you ages ago. Guess what just got shifted up the practice routine?

[@FOBWDave]

Thank you! Have always apprciated the craftmanship of this song (thank you Mr Goble)! Moreover, the guitar licks which Mr Formosa imparted. Thanks for sharing!

[@borisrappsilber7019]

Gosh that made m day....no My week! Woooohoooooo I love that son since I know music...and today I found it again. Thank you so much for sharing this

[@kayakndave]

Absolutely incredible guitar work. Ric Formosa was beyond talented. The sophistication is off the charts. Up there with the best guitar work ever! Whomever is giving the demo here is very talented as well!

[@kenlelon369]

My wife and I saw LRB at a small venue in Nashville back in the 90's, go to talk to the band afterward, what a great bunch of guys - they're one of our all-time favs. I teared up when you started playing , our CD got stolen and it's been so long since I've been reminded what an ultra talented group these guys are. And you...you did a fantastic job just as always. Thanks.

[@joecortese1702]

Nailed it, well done!!

[@Gordonsmusic911]

I'm back again. Have to listen to your masterpiece every now and then.

[@johnadams3107]

DAMM,that was fantastic.did justice to this incredible song.

[@SharpimagetvAu]

You got it absolutely lick perfect. Congratulations and well done. Thanks for posting.

[@ninjanel1964]

Awesome !! Awesome !! This has been one of my all time favourite solos and I have for so long water someone to figure it out ! fantastic job !

[@geoffmartin8749]

To Graeham and Ric, why have we not utilised and exported this OZ talent again?? Can't leave this video alone. Nearly got it right!!

[@greggreen5337]

Wow man that is a great compliment from man the that wrote the song. That's one of my all-time favorite. I want to here more from you and you go far.

[@davidringo1399]

good job..always liked the guitar work on this song......very good

[@thecofieldcollection3792]

Man, this is 10 miles passed cool...as we say down here in the old South, mighty fine, mighty fine!

[@GENEis1Wascally]

Excellent.. Thanks for sharing. One of my favorite lead songs. What a challenge..

[@Mark_Ocain]

10/10...great work mate! Love the guitar in this song

[@Harrytvs]

Yes, thank you to teach me how to play this perfect part of music history. best wishes from Holland

[@terryirvine7090]

Gday SGRox, that is amazing, I wish I had 1% of your talent! To Graeham Goble thank you for the music with the real LRB, This masterpiece still sounds as fresh as it did all those years ago! I love IALWT, Brings back memories of a great time in my young (then) life! Thank you from Australia to SGRox and LRB!

[@raydardis5389]

yeah. This is one the most unique guitar solos ever. and I think, the coolest style there is. the guitar lead is counterpart to the vocals. dont know if ive ever heard it done like this before or after. as a teenager it made me listen to guitar more than listening to the song. Changed my life. ..and you killed it. Thanks for taking the time to post. Not sure if i want to watch again, i mean i do, but what a thrill to see you play these notes verbatim the first time. Afraid id ruin the vibe....so ill subscribe. ok. im watching again.

[@acegikmoii]

Man, you play well! Love watching this over and over. Also my favourite LRB song.

[@ianmclennon3602]

The only people I've heard put this kind of attention to detail to this song are the original player and Stephen Housden (who plays a Strat like he was born with one as an appendage). Beyond outstanding.

[@cherylmantello3693]

THIS NOT ABOUT STEV HOUSDEN ......

[@Sozjot]

David Briggs replaced Ric and also did the song justice

[@coolvibes3663]

Thank you for sharing this great lesson; have been coming back to it for years. cheers

[@SixMiracles-uj1zp]

I watch this several times a month! It made me excited about my guitars again, but I know I'll never play like this. Perfection. Wow.

[@brissiegeoff]

Trudi Sagovac, I suspect only 55 people have viewed this. But we have all watched it 1,000 times each!

[@SixMiracles-uj1zp]

@@brissiegeoff - Right? It's 4/8/19 and I'm watching it again.🤣

[@brissiegeoff]

Trudi, And I’m at it again..........Cheers

[@SixMiracles-uj1zp]

Geoff Campbell - HAHAHA! Saw your message...AND I'M BACK, TOO! (4/4/20)😆

[@brissiegeoff]

Trudi Sagovac, This is getting out of hand! Can’t help myself.

[@gregorystrunk3607]

One of the greatest guitar licks ever…

[@jimmayors2315]

Excellent job. I'd bet even an original member of the LRB would be impressed.... oh, wow, one was! Graeham, you guys rocked then, and you Aussies still do today! Thanks!

[@cameron300462]

supremo..... have watched you play this about a hundred times. never tire of watching.

[@thornsmith9478]

Nice Tom...just keep practicing and you will have it before you know it.....he he. Simply perfect!

[@mooseandcaboose]

Amazing awesome job. .... and performance. kudos to you that was a lot of work I am sure. two thumbs way up

[@otagomike]

Beautiful, and such a great comment from Graeham Goble. What a good man to place such a comment.

[@phillyphil9895]

this has to be their guitarist playing because he sounds just like the one in the song. he is killin it.

[@digiaotearoa5897]

Great LRB solo to actually see what the licks actually look and sound like in person is frekn awesome man!! awesome video!!

[@momoney2720]

great song....even better tutorial.this is the BEST version of this song by far! Thanks Mate!

[@budosempai]

Man.... that is just soooo good. Congratulations on a superb job. One of my fav LRB songs!

[@rbpike6535]

Very well done.. In the past I've tried to figure this monster out with very little success. It's one of my all time favorite songs/leads ever, but with the inspiration you showed me that it can "actually" be played and while it'll remain immortal simply because it is what it is.. it's not the mystical guitar part I just knew had to be handed down from the Gods as a gift to us mortals with only a chosen few given the talent to play it note for note, with all the dynamics in place (as you have here)I'm very happy to say that because of your sharing this, I'm about 95% into it and with just a few of the quicker runs left to master. I get a note or 2 closer every time I play it. I want to say thank you for taking the time to master this amazing piece of beauty and passing it along to us. I'd still be regarding this as one of those untouchable songs that I'd have to settle with just listening to and fantasizing about playing.. thanks again!

[@umbertoongaban2892]

PERFECT.REALY PERFECT.

[@stevedrake604]

Fantastic treatment. I always tried to play guitar as well as you ... but alas! I was blessed with the desire but not the talent. You are really good. Awesome. Housden, Briggs and Formosa approve of your take.

[@strawsparky33]

desire is all you need. dont give up.

[@arnoldnordwall3256]

thanks ! one of my most favorite songs - and production ! I may not get to play this - but I will sure get a bunch of great licks to carry out to the woodshed !

[@greggreen5337]

man you nailed it great job KEEP ON ROCKING BRO

[@peteferryman5931]

Astounding!

[@fibo12358]

4 words: IN-CRED-I-BLE! i've played decades and have not achieved such mastery of any song. OK i am lazy and just love to jam. also, LRB i saw you guys at Western Carolina University in like 1980 and i have loved your music before and ever after!

[@seizethedayandlive]

Brilliant idea and great execution. When I first heard this song, it's the sound of the guitar that was immediately captivating. Such a perfect compliment to the melody and the singing. Congratulations.

[@ridgevilleac]

Absolutely Amazing!! But than LRB is Amazing! I am in AWWW with your talent. Not easy licks to duplicate.

[@fredkester6130]

a great memory and this is all very inspiring!

[@adrianschmadrian3550]

Wow. Absolutely fantastic. Amazing. Thank you so much for this. I was a fan going back to the first album. 'It's a Long Way There' was- It was a foundation song for me. As a hunkered-down teenager, I definitely found the song to be a tonic for at least a little of the angst. I was fortunate enough to see LRB in concert. On the subject of contemporaries, I've long been fascinated by examining 'what was going on at the time' musically. Here are some of the artists that for me, share a connection (though I think some of them will make some wince): City Boy. Styx. Eagles. Supertramp. Gerry Rafferty. Dan Fogelberg. Dire Straits.

[@leonardbateman8602]

One of my all time favs.Great guitar tone!

[@alexmacksey4510]

Just got into this band when my friend gave me a stack of vinyls for fixing her broken headstock. You fucking rule, mate!