Live From Nerdville with Joe Bonamassa - Episode 15 - Bernie Marsden

[@M._Lou]

After reading Joe's posting about Bernie's death on 8/24/23, and then his tribute the following day, I watched this interview again. Bernie was such a friendly, likeable guy here in the interview. Very humble, not full of himself at all. I can see why he and Joe had developed a close friendship. Rest in peace, Bernie. I wish I'd kept up with blues and rock in their heyday, rather than just going my merry way in other directions. For sure I would know more about music and be more appreciative of the art that makes rock and blues and even popular music. Still, as they say, it's better late than never! It's sad to see so many greats pass away before I even got to know them through their music.😢 But thanks to Joe's interviews, I have gotten to know a little about some of them.

[@lesterpaul9657]

As a none native english tongue it' s a pleasure listen to Bernie Marsden because he speaks without any heavy accent. Still got the Whitesnakes albums with the great duo Marsden/Moody R.i.p. Bernie great player and nice guy.

[@chrisbird11]

Hi both, it was nice to know you Bernie, miss you forever. RIP. Joe great meeting you in Turkey.

[@cornucopia8591]

I love you forever and ever Bernie. Thank you for everything. You are the light of this world.

[@cj.sabella]

I love Bernie Marsden so much. So happy to finally see this interview!

[@guitardit914]

I wish! I could hit that thumbs up button as many times as I want. I have Where's My Guitar singed by Bernie. What a great book!!!!! AND A KILLER PLAYER! Here I go AGAIN ! The man the myth.

[@mudwiser1391]

My two favorite musicians together. Both have a ton of talent, not to mention both are classy, humble people. This was great.

[@alansmith7626]

Bernie has the greatest sparkle in his eyes, Still...Thanks man!

[@MrCarlzohn]

Bernie is one of my personal heroes - along with Micky Moody.. Fantastic player, fantastic musician - a (inter) national treasure. This is the best "Live From Nerdville" yet. Thank you.

[@cliffgarrett]

Bernie is the MAN!!! What a treat of an interview...

[@davidzimmerman1732]

Some great anecdotes here from Bernie and good probing from Joe .

[@Plummers888]

Met Bernie a few times and he’s a great inspiration and awesome player.

[@AlOKaneMusic]

Fantastic interview Joe! What a wonderful living legend Bernie is, and what a gentleman you are too. I don't know if you remember, but I had the pleasure of sitting and chatting with you back in 2007 after your show at the Cheese & Grain in Frome, UK. We sat talking for ages in an empty hall and you borrowed my zippo to light a cigar. You were very kind, generous with your time and encouraging. Thanks man. I'm still playing, writing, recording and releasing songs and I look forward to chatting with you again one day. Rock on, Al

[@frankquinn1296]

I love the term`disease`in this context. I was lucky to have Uncles in the late 60`early 70`s that taught me to listen to music, I was into Zep ABB etc etc when I was 11 and knew I wanted to play guitar. Unfortunately my mum and dad couldnt afford it as i was the oldest of 6, now I am in my 60`s and now still live and breath guitar when I can get time away from work. It is in your bones and genes. and yes I have a massive guitar collection now but never ever made the top grade but I love just the time I can playing .

[@duanewelsh5611]

Thanks Bernie for sharing the stories about such special times and great people you have known and played with. Great interview Joe. You both are tops in my book!

[@bradleyboxell9447]

Bernie Marsden is 100% Class

[@lynnagan7347]

Two fantastic human beings. So informed and talented. True treasures!

[@playpaulbee]

Great interview,what a lovely, lovely guy thanks so much

[@MarcJBeard]

Thanks for doing these interviews Joe.. it’s a great insight into the early 60/70s blues scene in London. *footnote I met Bernie once and told him I was learning the blues, he took my acoustic and said “you need to be able to do this” and played an almighty blues lick (which was truly amazing and blew me away). Which was/is the best lesson ever and has always remained the bench mark. He then kindly signed my guitar case, which I cherish both lesson and autograph.

[@AZFunk]

Bernie is such a sweetheart. Whitesnake's Live In The Heart of the City is in my Top 10 fave albums of all time.

[@paultaylor2968]

What a joy. Truly wonderful interview, two amazing guitarists. Joes knowledge, insight and damn interesting personality lights up every interview. What a combination. I'm such a Joe Bonamassa fan... The man even without his guitar. Magical series thanks Joe... And Bernie hope to see you in Carlisle after Covid.

[@jeffreyschmoldt7798]

Joe is so humble for being a guitar God..

[@thomasdirk8024]

Great Interview! Iove Bernie and follow him since the late 70‘s... His book is a great read, I can highly recommend it!

[@chrisfarmer4546]

A sincere thank you to joe and Bernie. I hung on every word and enjoyed it so much especially Bernie’s words on Peter Green who I used to see a lot in my teenage years at Klooks Kleek in the late sixties. Great memories of a great guitarist. Cant wait to read your book Bernie!!

[@allstopblue5717]

I am so enjoying binging these conversations. very appreciative of joe for doing these.

[@pedraw]

I'd love to meet Berni some day.................Thanks to you Joe Bonamassa

[@stephenrich8808]

two incredibly nice people, and fantastic musicians, and legends ... and people with whom one would like to share a meal

[@M._Lou]

My # 1 favorite talk show…by my #1 favorite host! ❤️.¸¸.☆ Joe's going to introduce us to even more GREAT stuff! And I can’t wait to find out about Bernie Marsden!

[@kristeradolfsson5594]

What a really well done interview with Bernie Marsden! 🙂

[@RobMh1822]

Great interview with Rock Legend Bernie Marsden My 3rd time watching this historic information. Personally I'd like to hug Bernie his so cute.

[@liverpoolred2834]

I saw you last year in Uttoxeter Bernie - Damn you've defo. still got it!!! Thanks for everything.

[@MoroccanMelody]

I absolutely love this series, Joe, you are a great interviewer and such a good listener. This interview was a delight - Bernie Marsden is such a treasure and he has so many stories. I was really touched by his story about Gary Moore and B.B. King. Thank you so much for this wonderful interview.

[@samiam8706]

Again two great guys and awesome musicians. Take care guys.

[@paul_sebastian1154]

Awesome. Bernie is a legend. Thank you Joe.

[@vickydouglas4478]

Joe I absolutely Love you!!! You never cease to amaze me every day!!!!😘❤💞

[@yardbird545]

For me, any interview with mentions of Green, Beck, Moore and Rory is a treat; without a doubt my top guitar influences/heroes and Bernie seems to be a humble, sweet guy. Unfortunately, other than Beck they're all gone.....if you could get Beck to sit down for an hour that would be great, but probably just a touch more likely as interviewing the aforementioned departed greats. Another hour w/ Bernie would be great. Joe B. I totally enjoy your interviews.

[@andyroberts792]

Great show. Thank you.

[@bluespig1]

Joe represents everything I like about America. Sadly, Peter Green passed away before this was aired. Rest in peace Peter, you were an amazing soul.

[@gregstapp1684]

RIP Bernie ... 🙏

[@jonnybeck6723]

Nicely done Joe... "This is your life Bernie"...

[@robertphelps1574]

Had the pleasure to meet and got to know Bernie marsden when I worked at the national theatre and he played the music in two plays almost 20 yrs ago top bloke

[@tomfoolery2082]

On the edge of my seat and leaning in the whole time . That was a quick 52 minutes .

[@davidparsons6482]

Excellent story time interview guys. I grew up with so much of Bernie's music and had no idea of the gravity of his interconnection with so much music and so many artists. I ordered the "signed" book and can't wait to receive it. I hope to see Bernie somewhere, sometime, and I'll see you again Joe. My wife and I saw you in the old auditorium in Columbia, S.C. a couple of years ago. My parents went to dances there in the 50's. Great stuff guys, shine on and thanks for the history. Understanding the past helps us navigate the future. God bless you both.

[@johancarlnert6283]

Love this, blues keeps on grooving.. 🎶🎵

[@russellsmith2979]

So bloody good again! Many many thanks to both. Absolute ripper. Russ.

[@BernieTheBoxer]

The one we've all been waiting for...........

[@Plummers888]

Me too

[@geruto17760]

Guitar collector extraordinairel

[@incognitoguitars9999]

Fantastic

[@docamosroxie8686]

Love your channel Joe....please keep on keeping on!!

[@Blue_3rd]

Best one so far, Joe. Cheers!

[@philcilia4482]

Superb show and it’s so fantastic to see such a world famous guitarist (turned interviewer) sit back and let the guest talk without it all being about him.. informative, engaging and super cool!!

[@rolandhogh4115]

Bernie Marsden is such a grounded, kind person ans such a good story teller...love him

[@simonlaing7646]

Brilliant! and I've got to say it again Joe, British Blues Explosion Part 2 : Peter Green, Rory Gallagher & Paul Kossof surely a no brainer? 'With a little help from your friend'.... Bernie Marsden, a perfect foil and direct connection back to those halcyon days of blues rock

[@johnfrederick6164]

Bernie is awesome love him and joe both anytime I see Bernie In videos I click always!

[@DMSProduktions]

Bernie Marsden:EVER the legend & gentleman!

[@derekchapman5167]

The day Bernie mentioned, when, Gary Moore played in Birmingham, he came into PMT Music Store to look for a practice amp and even through the cheapest Vox Valvetronix he sounded incredible! I still have a picture on my phone somewhere, he was very gracious......

[@markbeaver5010]

Great interview, looking at how all these great epic musicians are so inter-connected during such a great time that heavy Blues and Rock and Roll were basically invented is mind blowing. Thanks Joe and Bernie!!!!

[@chrisforever1255]

Amazing! Joe - I´m a big fan of you and your work - BUT I follow Bernie since I see him live with the original Whitesnake-Line Up in 1981! Really looking forward to this episode! Keep the Blues alive - Greetings from Germany!

[@cynthiagrandmont6674]

Awesome. Can’t wait 👍

[@martymcpeak4748]

Bernie is the quintessential English Gentleman.

[@riittahatinen4579]

So interesting and awesome stories again JOE❣️and your friend Bernie🌹💫🙏💫 God bless you both❤️❤️ Stay safe and be well JOE❣️and Bernie🌹too☀️🌹🇫🇮🌹☀️

[@eddfanning]

Great interview joe and great guest!!!...🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@ardenbrowning6268]

Great interview as always! Joe, you are the only guitarist that makes me regret not continuing my guitar lessons as a kid. I have 2 gorgeous guitars and I'll be picking them up and playing again thanks to you. Can't wait for your Ryman show. Cheers!

[@alansmith7626]

wow, Lonnie Donegan , I believe I may have one of his albums...lol...My Dad was in the US Air Force and we spent my first 3 years of grade school in England--I was in England when the Beatles went to America! Great memories...Thanks Yet Again Joe!

[@MontyCantsin5]

Great story about Jeff Beck. And what can you say about Peter Green and Danny Kirwan? Just incredible.

[@paulbartlett9054]

Great interview Joe!!

[@davidzimmerman1732]

Joe knows his stuff about the old days !

[@truthseeker7030]

Joe is an amazing musician and human being

[@harrydai1862]

Spectacular!!

[@chukrock]

I loved this interview. I'm buying his book!

[@johnv491]

You won't regret it!

[@geruto17760]

Doesn't it cost an arm and a leg?

[@johnv491]

@@geruto17760 No more than any other book from where I'm from

[@geruto17760]

Sorry, I thought you were talking about his book about his guitar collection, The Beast Edition www.rufuspublications.com/beastedition

[@riittahatinen4579]

O M G 🌹🌹 You JOE❣️and Bernie🌹Congratulations 🌹 Awesome JOE❣️ You are the best ever😘❤️🌹💕

[@combatOracle1]

Great session!

[@pa-pad3781]

I FREAKING CAN'T WAIT !! 😎🤘

[@starchild6347]

I'm glad you found Bernie in

[@chrisforever1255]

Two of my all time guitar heroes in one great interview! Wow! Thanks a lot Joe and Bernie having this! Wold love to see you performing "Place in my heart" together! BTW Joe - what about an European Fan-Shop!? There are so many great things you produce - but shipping cost to Germay are way to expensive!!! Keep the blues alive! Greetings from Germany!

[@darinplott5186]

'I saw Whitesnake live in probably 81 or 82 opening for Jethro Tull on their A tour. The duo of Bernie and Micky Moody on guitar and David Coverdale's voice hooked me hard. I had never heard of them before that night and have not forgot them since. Thanks Joe for this and all your other interviews. They are outstanding.

[@sherryparkerdaniel]

New to Nerdville, but one of the better podcast out there. Joe is excellent host and interviews well because he knows the history..I like it

[@Kevtheguitar]

Great watching 🎸😁

[@michaelbledsoe1060]

That was awesome!

[@snakelover7703]

Great interview!

[@steveburke3923]

Agree so much. See your legends. Don't wait. I have seen Doc Watson! Actually, physically leaning on the stage to his right. Doc, with Jack Lawrence accompanying him.

[@colinrgage]

Very enjoyable interview/chat

[@musicalmae]

Appreciative

[@DiscoD777]

Bernie is always a great interview

[@himazin26]

LEGEND！

[@peteygemini60]

Brilliant

[@sp1kline]

lot's of interesting information. Good interview.

[@andrewboyd2023]

Joe this interview is fantastic. Bernie is the man, the beast is great, but Bernie plays it. I’ve recently read his book and it’s clear he’s just a solid guy with a great talent. Whitesnake were never as good after he and Moody left.

[@musicalmae]

He is what he is no judgement

[@musicalmae]

Good soul

[@klaatubaradanikito1950]

Hi from Brasil BERNIE & JOE!!!!👏🏻💞👏🏻💞👏🏻💞👏🏻💞👏🏻💞👏🏻💞👏🏻💞

[@musicalmae]

Take you higher

[@Ant.Groover]

So cool. Hope you can do one with Dan Patlansky from South Africa. Would be awesome.

[@danielwatson5106]

Hey Joe , You should have a contest for your Fan's and viewers to get a meet and Greet and a tour with you of NEARD'S VILLE

[@ScottWRiley]

Whenever Bernie leaves this world, I’d love to see The Beast go to Joe

[@jasonlee8497]

I agree about having a reason.....the inspiration is lacking in a room by yourself....

[@freddycookjr.2164]

I HAVE TO RESPECTFULLY DISAGREE IF YOUR NOT INSPIRED BY THE INSTRUMENT AND THE MYSTERY IT HOLDS THEN YOU ARE DISCONNECTED TO THE SPIRIT

[@smokit12boar20]

Are the pickups in Bernie's SE signature guitar SE 245 pickups or G&B copy's from S. Korea. Now he is a booster to listen to and listen to him play. Thanks Joe.

[@Kisetyi]

👍👏🍀...warte ich darauf

[@dr.buzzvonjellar8862]

“Tell me about The Beast...”. Shameless JB on the make!

[@somebodyelseuk]

Loved his work with the Pacemakers 😉 FUN FACT, Jimmy Page played guitar on TV before he left school. Also, BJM played on You Sexy Thing by Hot Chocolate.

[@glenkepic3208]

Cool interview. All I knew was he had a 'burst called The Beast.