One of the greatest overlooked entertainers of our time
@wilbo2615 жыл бұрын
His slide work is still so mindblowing it doesn't matter. Then or now the dude is a master.
@andyweiss1005 жыл бұрын
I was introduced to Leo Kottke, back in High School right after the Armadillo, (6 & 12 string guitar) album came out. I've been a devoted fan ever since. For an entire year back in the early 70's , all I listened to was Leo. Often after a long night (on acid) I would watch the sun rise while listening to, "Let the wind howl". I can't begin to express my love for his incrediable music, I've seen him at least a dozen times, (in Seattle). I once went behind stage, (at Zoo tunes) & introduced myself, he shook my hand and was surprised how soft his hands were. In my opinion Green House is his best album, Louise & Tiny Island are two of his best songs, but hey..... they are all excellent! I suggest a half rack of beer, a cross country trip while playing his first four albums, (back to back) before you know it......... you will be across Montana. I will never get tired of his high energy, ass kick'en flat & finger style guitar. Thanks Leo, you have greatly enhanced the quality of my life.....
@stubdo165 жыл бұрын
Good call. I've driving around the Mendips (Somerset, England) listening to Leo in the hot sun today. Sounds great.
@markrademaker58752 жыл бұрын
Andy, Jesus Is The Way and The Truth and The Life. Get to know Him....read The Holy Bible! 🙂
@julieberkowitz27509 ай бұрын
Listen to everything you can by Leo Kottke. Amazing
@michaelseawell14364 жыл бұрын
His control is beyond belief
@sepulchre1016 жыл бұрын
This type of talent is still out there and strong. The masses don't seem to like it like they used to. Guess they've gone stupid.
@Sobersynrgy114 жыл бұрын
I remember Leo at the Great Southern Music Hall in Gainesville, Florida. My son has grown up listening to him. He's prolific. Just like Leo! A man years before his time! One of the person's in my counselingl group knows Leo. I pray, I meet him one day! He's the BOMB! and always has been. He's better in person than on the web. God loves the worlds fastest guitar picker!
@wcahill113 жыл бұрын
I saw Leo at the Sellersville Theater in PA for $45. He still has his wonderful dry humor and has mastered his skills far beyond his younger days. He has been making the same annual appearances in PA and NY. College stations in Philly don't play his music as much. Though his hair has turned silver, He still plays with the fire and vigor with creative interludes like the first time I saw him in Philly. His pioneering style is copied by many but only Leo Kottke is the Picasso of the 12 string!
@zlapidus16 жыл бұрын
Oh my god. This is so unbelievably beautiful.
@DirkGoesBerdirk9 жыл бұрын
Raise three hands if you can play guitar as well as Leo Kottke!
@dirkbradley93677 жыл бұрын
I must know what your name means
@Uncommonsensesc7 жыл бұрын
I had the very good fortunate of seeing Mr. Kottke live at the Fox Theater in Atlanta - it was a show that I'll remember forever! He is soooo talented, he's funny and he's just an all-around good guy!
@akaronngren9 жыл бұрын
I've seen this video so many times but each time I enjoy it more.
@merry83858810 жыл бұрын
MAGIC... have loved Leo, his humor, brilliant "other world" music since the '70's when I was first transported.
@RobertSainRockStar10 жыл бұрын
Yes, Merry, there is a God! Me too.
@Uncommonsensesc7 жыл бұрын
Me three (does this tell our ages somewhat?)!
@assinouti6664 Жыл бұрын
My high school guidance counselor had this playing on his computer once and it blew my fucking mind. The glissandos sounded like somebody speeding up and slowing down a record! I've been hooked on Leo ever since.
@crorivpro17 жыл бұрын
You can really tell he feels the music. A real guitar hero.
@monicacubberly-early19013 жыл бұрын
Such a unique and enjoyable guitar player and performer. Saw you in concert and enjoy your sense of humor as well as your magnificent guitar playing and singing. God bless from Patrick
@TheSupaDizzle11 жыл бұрын
This was amazing! I, of course, had heard of Leo Kottke from my dad. But after hearing a few Kottke songs, this guys is easily one of the most talented guitarists in history. Beautiful medley!
@dacypher225 жыл бұрын
It really is something. I can't think of anyone who plays even remotely like he does.
@AfricamAddict17 жыл бұрын
He looks so young in this video. It has been fun growing up with Leo. He just gets better and better! Thank you, Leo!!
@italiandude38 жыл бұрын
Amazing guitar playing. No one was distracted by their cell phones for this performance!
@pughums8 жыл бұрын
Judging by his face I'd say this is a rather early recording, so I checked and it turns out that it was recorded in the early eighties, long before they had cell phones hee hee
@italiandude38 жыл бұрын
+pughums Yeah, this has to be from the 70s. I was just poking fun at how different it is to go to a show now at days. People need to live in the moment more and not let stupid digital toys suck up all of your attention. Live music is about the connection between the artist and the crowd. You don't get a connection when everyone is staring at their damn phones!
@GrowLLLTigeRRR6 жыл бұрын
I think it was from before cell phones were around.
@HaidukeNT3 жыл бұрын
ok boomer
@mignoneloise36802 жыл бұрын
So wholesome . So talented. So wonderful
@bamapoppy16 жыл бұрын
When I saw him in concert the stage had a stool and two guitars, one a six, one a twelve. I knew I was in for a treat and man did he deliver! I've seen lots of concerts-The Who, Zeppelin, Simon & Garfunkel, Moody Blues, Elvis, keep on going. No one compares to what this man can do!
@bunderpuppy11 жыл бұрын
you are my childhood idol. your music will always speak to my soul.... thanks to my Dad. the Universe speaks through your talent Leo. thank you for being the conduit.
@timcrouch24158 жыл бұрын
There is nothing quite like Leo Kottke's playing. Supposedly he just shut himself in his room for 2 years and learned on his own how to make nice sounds come out of it. No books, no teachers, without much of an idea of the fundamentals. So kind of like the animals in Australia, his style developed in isolation and is like nothing else.
@3xStampA2xStamp8 жыл бұрын
he grew up playing the trombone though. so he at least had some background in music and theory and whatnot. granted, how a mortal human (that's debatable) can turn "some background in music and theory and whatnot" into the likes of this is beyond me. cheers
@mosesmoses20005 жыл бұрын
I did pretty much the same thing... I heard Clapton did the same thing..
@autumnsphere75812 жыл бұрын
Quality black metal is done in isolation as well
@BenEzraSoundProject16 жыл бұрын
Leo is a unique talent, there will never be "another Leo Kottke"...his blend of virtuosity with an oddball sense of humour and lightheartedness is his own. But it's true, it seems that not a lot of people work on their fingerpicking skills seriously. You might like my tune "Virgo", it was inspired by Leo (though I won't pretend I can stand shoulder to shoulder with him in terms of talent).
@odor917 жыл бұрын
absolutely great! I just saw him in San Francisco 1/27/07, 11th time in 4 yrs, fantastic show, but I'd see him soon, he's over 60 and who knows how much longer he'll be on the road.
@rhondapetros9078 жыл бұрын
I learned about Leo Kottke from my husband's Uncle James Smith. Love Acustic guitar! Especially like Arms of Mary & Ring Ring. Also Corinna ,Corinna which was a song my Dad loved. You're the best!
@AbsentWithoutLeaving17 жыл бұрын
Ah, Leo. It's good to see your little baby face again! Don't you love the way he plays guitar with his whole body? (Check out the footwork!) And that sweet smile. I still have a guitar string that I swiped when he played The Quiet Knight in Chicago in the 70s...and yikes, still have the crush, too. Funny, you always expected the voice to match the baby face, then he opened his mouth and out came the deepest growl. See you in Bethesda next week, Leo!
@stegg1717 жыл бұрын
I first heard Leo on a jukebox back in St.Louis,and fell in love with "Pamela Brown". I saw him live back in the 80's in Ky., it was great. I've introduced him to new fans through KZbin; what a great music site!
@xaviergc16 жыл бұрын
This has been stuck in my brain for the last week now, it has so many nuances
@JeffW7716 жыл бұрын
Wow...Leo...you are...amazing...wow...I have your first Takoma album on vinyl...and "My Feet Are Smiling" on vinyl. You are a MAN. Jeff
@yhz2218 жыл бұрын
fantastic ! great ! wonderfull ! dear lord
@BlackHoleBrew428 жыл бұрын
Seriously, that transition around 2:49 is perfection.
@DewOnAPetal8 жыл бұрын
+BlackHoleBrew42 very
@carpo7195 жыл бұрын
Thanks Leo. Amazing. Can't wait to see him in October in Portland 😊
@downtown5689 жыл бұрын
Have loved this song for years now !!
@maxwell7117 жыл бұрын
The greatest...awesome clip, thanks -
@TheTinker68718 жыл бұрын
One of my fav vids of Kottke. Nice crisp accuracy. He was starting to get the hang of it
@AllGrowing13 жыл бұрын
delightfull - thanks for sharing - i can listen to this every day - thanks Leo!
@danielsmith85911 жыл бұрын
Leo played once or twice at the folk music club I ran at the corner of Union & Laguna in San Francisco called The Drinking Gourd (anybody out there remember this club?) in '74-75 and he blew me away. He was by far the talented guitar player I had ever listened to live, I'm glad he's still playing.
@yarnow15 жыл бұрын
Train and the gate is one of my favorite kottke tunes, simply amazing!
@Thorstein3116 жыл бұрын
Don't know if this inspires me to play, or just to give up in awe of him! Stunning stuff
@lovedahartwig325110 жыл бұрын
I use to listen t this for hours!
@moondog45015 жыл бұрын
Saw Leo in Tweed Heads NSW OZ a few years ago. Mind blowing work.
@jimhoerr10 жыл бұрын
Holy Cow! This is extraterrestial!
@paulharmo13 жыл бұрын
I just had the chance to see him live a couple of days ago... He may not be as peppy as he was in this video, but he was still incredible... and funny as hell. Definitely my favorite guitarist of all time.
@ataquesalvaje255310 жыл бұрын
That guitar is alive. It's singing.
@ataquesalvaje255310 жыл бұрын
Freaking awesome!! Just saw this for the first time and it's freaking amazing, So many melody lines going that I don't know WHAT is going on anymore!!
@derekcosten11369 жыл бұрын
thats a twelve string guitar for ya man
@carguy34609 жыл бұрын
Derek Costen Yep. Anyone with a 12-string can do that.....not.
@anniv813 жыл бұрын
Saw him play at Uni in Sussex in the 1970's.Shook his hand, beautiful man. Inspired me to pick up a guitar and play.
@awickedtribe11 жыл бұрын
Kottke live is an experience...I saw him twice in the 70's
@stanmarston6671 Жыл бұрын
and still one of the Best!
@DictionRedaction16 жыл бұрын
Unreal. Just pick your jaw up off the floor. One of the most amazing guitar pieces ever.
@bopmanOne10 жыл бұрын
Leo can outplay most of the best in the world. Amazing guitar player.
@pauletto21314 жыл бұрын
by far the most talented guitarist i've ever heard
@13Orcun14 жыл бұрын
nobody can run with leo kottke
@NothingSacred2716 жыл бұрын
This guy is phenomenal!! I just learned about him a few weeks ago after my parents saw him life, he is spectacular.
@Ozoneum112 жыл бұрын
Mesmerizing......classic Leo Kottke.
@GonzGunner16 жыл бұрын
I'll hand you that one on a silver platter, Recursive...:) Deep down, what I am getting at, while watching Leo play, is how he plays with total precision, yet with abandon! Absolutely amazing!
@guitarhero24017 жыл бұрын
thank god for leo kottke...this is pure genious
@brassmonkeyidaho7 жыл бұрын
No human on the face of this earth has ever graced a guitar on any level close to this guy. Page on a 12ver is a God to me, but this Man is other level. Other. Level.
@TheNeverposts9 жыл бұрын
I've been searching for a new 'all time favorite artist' for a long time now. Seems the search is over
@Uncommonsensesc7 жыл бұрын
You'll never be disappointed with Leo - never!
@jminfo574611 жыл бұрын
2:52 Wow, amazing, what was that haunting note? It doesn't sound like a sound that could ever come from a guitar.
@thinkerly14 жыл бұрын
Just ran across a "top 25" finger-picker's list, and Leo wasn't on it -- not even honorable mention. Makes you wonder about people.
@lowellcalavera60454 жыл бұрын
It merely reinforces my lack of concern for the opinions of others.
@shivani20803 жыл бұрын
Blasphemy
@Guy-kr5en8 ай бұрын
What list would that be. It's ass backwards
@Obiwannabe17 жыл бұрын
what a wonderful and sincere man, and my god can he play that 12 string like no other......genius
@alneal10013 жыл бұрын
I saw this guy play solo for two hours at the Avalon Theater in Grand Junction,Colorado. It was mesmerizing.
@namsicklz16 жыл бұрын
too right.. the work hes done with Mike Gordon has also helped to expose him to a younger audience. Absolute Master..
@ethorii12 жыл бұрын
In the era of big inefficient light bulbs...there was great music.
@CFLanger15 жыл бұрын
Leo Kottke is amazing. He still tours. Just saw him last month. Leo Kottke tabs can be found at Stropes Editions.
@mtnman655710 жыл бұрын
A guitar Master for sure!
@guitar_md18 жыл бұрын
Genius, as usual. Was this the same year that the B-45 was stolen? What a shame! Excellent quality, great performance. I can't get enough of these videos!
@tommyp.38777 жыл бұрын
that was amazing.
@MrCachorrock11 жыл бұрын
Twelve strings guitar. Te escuchamos desde Py, South America desde los años 70´s
@jhaayres14 жыл бұрын
I've been going to see him since the 70's. He's still great!
@odor918 жыл бұрын
Love these videos!! Thanks!!
@mf230414 жыл бұрын
sounding this clean using a slide on a 12 string is very hard, this is great
@Apelock12 жыл бұрын
Leo is one of a kind.
@helmuttdvm17 жыл бұрын
Leo has been entertaining audiences for the last 30+ years with his great playing and quirky sense of humor. Go see him live if you can. If you like his slide techniques, also check out Ry Cooder and David Lindley. It's always fun to see masters use their talents.
@Iaingbrennan112 жыл бұрын
Great little number
@PepFol14 жыл бұрын
Definently deserves to be in my "favourite" list.
@scflyer5515 жыл бұрын
I used to go see Leo in Chicago on Lincoln Ave.- at a joint real close to the Biograph. He's a wonder for sure.
@hillbillyvol15 жыл бұрын
This reminds me of a little Jewish girl I dated as a young boy. She loved Leo Kottke and I digged her MOOCHO. So my hat is off to you J.G. Bernstein, out there in cyberspace. Pamela Brown is the song I remembered most.
@garydupuis16 жыл бұрын
Great song and a great performer!!
@SimoneDeEngles12 жыл бұрын
I play guitar exactly like this....in my dreams.
@faithnjesus113 жыл бұрын
Seeing Leo Kottke in concert on Kauai in 2 days. What a musician!
@RickCosmo17 жыл бұрын
he is a genuine artist
@guitar479415 жыл бұрын
simply amazing
@KimRobotCarter12 жыл бұрын
That's mental! The guy's a freakin' machine! ;-)
@mulliniks518 жыл бұрын
Look at dems feet ABOUNCIN' .
@Sully540016 жыл бұрын
Killin' it. So good.
@softsmoken12 жыл бұрын
Epicnamebro sent me here, great stuff!
@giorgiopicker18 жыл бұрын
TNX!! lovely one from the mitical "LK three picks era"...
@toosinbeymen63049 жыл бұрын
Dude can rock it.
@tayloreh15 жыл бұрын
that would be so fun to play!
@skylergerald13 жыл бұрын
great use of the slide and harmonics
@couldronofcats11 жыл бұрын
man what a great song
@gerald1on115 жыл бұрын
finally someone said it, tommy is great, totaly different do, but also great
@Steppenwolf2715 жыл бұрын
I've seen him in concert several times. One time someone shouted out a request for "Everybody Lies." He sheepishly admitted that, in concert, he only plays songs and tunes that he can remember. During that same show, he told a hilarious story about the word "if."
@mojostephen6 жыл бұрын
A true master of the 12 string guitar...
@jmoore12286914 жыл бұрын
@tanker4909 I remember listening to my dad play his albums when I was a child, I'm 40 now, a professional guitarist, and I'm grateful for the diverse musical background I can draw from.
@ConnorShawMusic14 жыл бұрын
man he gets into it!! love his style
@Odry666 жыл бұрын
this is single guitar in the world of the music ,,,
@allisonfay227211 жыл бұрын
Love how everyone in the audience looks like they're about to fall asleep. -_- lol 2:47 is the best part of this whole medley. Such a talented man. : )