Mike Dawes - All Along the Watchtower (Official Music Video)

[@mikedawesofficial]

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[@gbulmer]

I apologise if I cause any offence. That isn't my intention. Is the audio *a single unedited take?* If it is, maybe make the description clearer. "All parts played simultaneously on one acoustic guitar" seems to leave ambiguity. The video looks like 4 takes plus drone. I assume the audio was recorded in a studio, and the video is mimed. No disrespect meant, but this feels a bit 'over staged', like some 'Marcin' videos. Otherwise - BRILLIANT! 👏 Best Wishes. ☮

[@hilla42]

Yes, it is. The audio is from the CD. Played on one guitar means, that there are not two guitars in the audio and the drums are not recorded seperatally. He plays it live with no playback. Hope it helps. Cheers Lars.

[@jkoerner7940]

Just pre-ordered your vinyl. Your a legend brother

[@userrobinmp]

Stellar❤

[@ArriEllieJelly]

vinyl ordered💕

[@bookon999]

I was lucky enough to see Hedges play this twice live. I like that this is close enough to be an homage but different enough to be something new.

[@mikedawesofficial]

Extremely jealous. I'm glad you like the homage

[@sil.lum.quan.]

I also thought of Hedges and to me no one else has played it as inspiringly until now.

[@Adayinthelife666]

I saw both guitarrists: Michael Hedges in the eighties and Mike last year live in Germany. Michael played as support of Suzanne Vega! He was phantastic and I think Mike is right the same in his own way of playing acoustic music, a gifted musician!

[@jim4588]

I was also lucky enough to see Hedges twice in Baltimore. The last time was within a few weeks of his passing. RIP. I'm enjoying @mikedawesofficial's Truefire content and hoping to see him next time he's through these parts.

[@KirbyMoyers]

Me too! Exactly right description.

[@marloc2019]

Strong Micheal Hedges vibes... And I'm writing this with all due respect and admiration. Simply stunning.

[@aerojef]

I heard Michael straight away - amazing, I still have this Michael Hedges CD. Such memories with the slaps and harmonics - beautiful!

[@dw8582]

As a videographer and musician, I can see how much hard work and dedication went into making this. Absolutely stunning! Thank you!

[@ddelacruz]

Yeah, man. It's a beautiful setting but looks cold as hell. I'm out. 🤣👍🏼

[@vladimircookline]

@@ddelacruz 😆

[@jefffuhr2393]

Brilliant artist and entertainer. Physically, I've never seen anyone with hands the size of Michael Jordan AND with 7 joints per finger--or so it seems. Cannot imagine the amount of talent and pure hard work it takes to pull off half of what Mr. Dawes does.

[@philsturgill3435]

Before arthritis ruined my hands I played guitar in college in the coffee house. I played because it made my spirit feel lighter. Now, I listen to the likes of you half a century later, and I feel like I did in college. Thank you ❤

[@MariaRosaCerioli]

Io mi sento libera perche' si sente la liberta' nel suono😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@philsturgill3435]

@@MariaRosaCerioli❤

[@davidcosenza5111]

You know how good a video is by how many times you re-watch it in a row and im already on #5... still not getting old yet...This rocks!

[@mikedawesofficial]

Thank you ❤

[@user-du7pe6pm7d]

huh --- I will be listening to this for decades ---- if not until i hit the dirt--- since i was around when the first version hit the streets ! ! * -- Oorah ---- JAFO

[@SPRoberts0407]

I was too young to be able to follow Michael Hedge's career but I can be content knowing that his amazing legacy has never died... and his spirit lives on

[@Mr.Goldbar]

The best homage one can make to the late great Michael Hedges!

[@jacobryansr]

Brought a tear to my eye. Incredible music, connecting to the deepest seat of one’s soul. Thank you for your wonderful creation and inspiring us fellow musicians 🙏

[@mikedawesofficial]

Wow, thank you!

[@biratdatta]

Once in a lifetime video . The acoustic guitar video of the year

[@MattD86]

Interesting. I’m a massive fan of the song and of Mike and yet I found it a bit underwhelming

[@TheOligoclonalBand]

This is a perfect interpretation of Michael Hedges version (which I love)

[@VeritasAlienari]

Consistently showing Dawes is the pinnacle of acoustic guitar artistry.

[@David.C.Velasquez]

Mike Dawes is a terrific player! check out kent nishimura, his talent at arraignment may be unmatched.

[@dspannplayspiano]

Marcin

[@lup1up]

I'm not putting this man down - I wish I could play like him. But if you want want someone who could be classified as "pinnacle of acoustic guitar artistry", I think Marcin is up in the stratosphere while us mortals are standing on the crust. If you haven't already, you need to see some Marcin - even if modern-classical isn't your jam I'm sure you'd appreciate his prodigal talents.

[@mariuszwaciak6244]

​@@lup1up Marcin is the best.

[@ScootsMcPoot]

hes definetly up there. Tommy emmanuel, dawes, billy strings, estes tone, soren madsen, harry sacksioni, all Just unbelievable players.

[@AlexandrMisko]

Good memories of our Bristol world tour hangs! Love the vid and the song, the album is gonna be a real banger 👑

[@mikedawesofficial]

Cheers mate. This was cold to film. Almost Russia cold.

[@aka.Mr.French]

@@mikedawesofficial Russia on Ice? Wait... wrong artist reference... my bad.

[@garyphillips725]

I saw the great Michael Hedges 3 times in concert. It's not a competition. It's all beautiful. Go Mike.

[@mikedawesofficial]

Thanks man

[@garyphillips725]

@@mikedawesofficial Just realized that could sound different from what I meant which is that... music is not a competition.😁 You and Hedges and Tibbets and Kaki are all in my playlist! Cheers!

[@dkm66]

Such an amazing talent for such a young man. Mike’s feel for the music is so very special. That isn’t something you can be taught, it’s something you already possess. Thank you Mr. Dawes for sharing your very special musical gift with all of us.

[@adamlaw5002]

Going through some absolute shite at the moment with a divorce and this is helping me a lot. Amazing stuff. Thank you Mike and Jimmy.

[@GeoffreyBerryGeoff]

So sorry that you are going through divorce. Heartbreak and hurt. God hates divorce. But he can help you through it, and heal you.

[@haanirnowilaty6423]

Michael Hedges (RiP), look at what your trailblazing has brought forth...I literally burst into tears. The incomparable Mike Daws' monumental solo instrumental rendition of the most darkly dangerous, frieghtning, poignant, and eternally true 12 lines of Rock 'N Roll poetry. As true today as when Dylan adapted them, then Hendix magically wailed them all those years ago; delivered with today"s fresh ugency, within a sublime harmonic sensibility, as only Mike Daws can. This, is as good as it gets folks; Truly. Bravo! Cheers y'all 🍻

[@hilla42]

Three cords and the truth ❤.

[@suzeburtenshaw9581]

This man, that guitar, how to put it into words. They are one. And those natural harmonics tossed in so effortlessly….

[@donpaladino]

When I got the guitar flash drive and T-shirt from you at the Coach House out here in SoCal, Mike, I very much appreciated how accessible you were.....not full of yourself. Peace and good health to and those you hold dear. And I wish you all the success you want.

[@jeffkercheval4010]

WOW! And yes......I feel the Michael Hedges vibes, too! Thanks Mike Dawes!

[@betsymailloux7475]

My son, husband, and I were lucky enough to see a Michael Dawes concert in Concord, New Hampshire, USA a couple of years ago! He’s definitely a talented guitarist!❤

[@brutalbeetroot3850]

I have been waiting since the Rick Beato interview for an official recording of this! Thank you so much Mike!

[@mikedawesofficial]

Man, the response from that video is why I recorded this! Thank you

[@brutalbeetroot3850]

@mikedawesofficial I was one of the comments requesting an official recording haha! Thanks again, you absolute legend!

[@achimwitcoustic9585]

Maybe Mike is the best acoustic player of this generation. His technique is is beyond amazing, paired with a great sense of musicality and dynamics. Not to mention that this version here is best possible to imagine as pure acoustic solo interpretation. Fantastic.

[@m1ss1ngxn0]

Every notification from your channel is an instant click. Giving us the opportunity to connect with whats alive in you is absolutely divine Mike, keep em comin!

[@StridentWright]

He’s more than a guitarist! He’s a guitARTIST!!

[@hilla42]

...nice ❤!

[@DJCornelis]

he makes me feel guiTARDED

[@user-pd7il3xz5j]

​@@hilla42that's exactly what I was thinking.

[@hilla42]

Michael would have loved it ❤, cheers, Lars

[@tobortine]

The performance is as awe inspiring as the background. If you've never been to Iceland put it on your bucket list.

[@lotsabuena1406]

Notes of Hedges beautifully and eerily woven within this composition........ it's like listening to the near silence of a dynamically burning Tallow candle in the darkest of rooms and knowing that there's something just beyond the light that you can feel ....but just can't see. Wonderfully done......

[@davecomeau4690]

Great tribute to Hedges. Forgot how well he rocks that song. Can’t wait for your new album.

[@laura.sefchik]

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[@rickrickard2788]

What an azz-kick'n way to wake up & start our Friday morning! Awesome, unique arrangement- and we even have the Watchtower Sentinels standing guard in the surf.

[@TerryYelmene]

Mesmerizing... Epic... Grandiose... The greatest song writer of all time, the most inventive acoustic player ever, from what looks to be the most 'special' locations on the planet! Is this the greatest performance ever? IMHO, it might be. Bravo!

[@trumanfinnell]

Really dynamic playing and writing. Makes you lean in in anticipation for the next line. Wonderful stuff

[@AlchemyMelbourne]

lovely rich playing with a beautiful percussive element and excellent left hand control delivering nice, tasteful, juicy tones.

[@FilipLackovicMusic]

Amazing! 🙂

[@markjt193]

A "music video" worthy of the name: Beautifully played and beautifully filmed and produced. Let the landscape and the musician weave their magic. Whoever filmed this worked hard to make it look effortless.

[@teynamusic]

Really beautiful! Incredible playing style! So impressive! WOW!

[@Moonlover-x6f]

This guy is so talented and deserves far more credit and validation. When he plays with Tommy E, wow, it's just pure talent and magic.

[@mattburley3189]

This must have been a heck of a challenge. Amazing. And 6 minutes off the press. Best journey home from work in a long time.

[@mikedawesofficial]

Lovely! Yes my hands were so numb by the end of this, and the poor guitar was soaked! I'll post some BTS soon

[@chiefton52]

Bravo Mike!!! Ya know, why is it that there are certain people that just put you in awe of their talent and make you feel suspended in time just watching them do their thing on whatever they do? I've been a big fan of Mike Dawes for years and some of his songs are great. But when the chimes hit perfectly like with this song you see and feel the majesty that only he could play this his way. So enjoy a one of a kind display of magic folks.

[@Henni0364]

Thank you for this amazing Concert tonight in Dresden. It was a unbelievabel experience. Thank you so much…

[@JayViperz]

Been wating for this since you did the little showcase on Rick's channel. IM IN LOVE YOU KILLED IT MIKE.

[@mattburley3189]

That’s why it seemed familiar somehow!! Thank you. I was wracking my brain trying to remember. I knew no one else would done it. Relief. Thank you.

[@jukeoncampus]

Bro same! So hyped for thos

[@Franq85]

Awesome video Mike and a wonderful arrangement and performance of one of my favorite songs.

[@michaelm__]

I wonder how he would play human nature as a cover, Mike is just so talented and passionate about what he does❤️ Bless up man

[@vasylnekohda5323]

It's turning into a good tradition: everytime Mike has a new release, I spent the rest of the day in the excellent mood, whatsoever

[@davidclark9086]

I never heard of this guitarist until about 5 minutes ago and am blown away. I have been playing guitar since 1959 and truly love all forms of acoustic guitar music and I wonder if he uses standard tuning.

[@mikedawesofficial]

This one is in the Michael Hedges super cool and self-chorusing DAEEAA

[@MartyHendersonDVM]

Long-time Hedges superfan and emulator of his music on guitar….this was awesome. Thanks for doing this.

[@GoodbyePlutoNI]

This is just, wow. So emotive and mesmerising 🔥🔥🔥

[@johnanthony6038]

Immediately thought Micheal Hedges, no doubt he would be very impressed with your performance, it was amazing 👍

[@SchalkNeethling]

Sometimes it does feel like gods walk among us. Thank you for sharing your beautiful gift with the world, Mike! Rock on 🤘

[@dcarpenter85]

Iceland? Visited all of these locations in the video a few years back. What an experience. Phenomenal playing as usual!

[@MohammadArslanudDin]

Orgasmic!!! It's a perfect example of what we call 'beautiful' sounding music. Out of words, what a music, what a production; hats and clothes off!

[@rishiraz1993]

Skogafoss❤ one of my dream destinations. I know this place has been photographed a gazillion times, but I still want to go there and photograph it, and witness it with my own eyes. And Mike, you are one of the musicians that inspire me to pick up my guitar every single day, no matter how much I suck and feel like quitting. Awesome cover!

[@mikedawesofficial]

Never quit! Unless the waterfall gets the guitar so soaking wet that you have to leave (BTS soon ha)

[@rishiraz1993]

​@@mikedawesofficial haha! I'd rather drown than let my guitar get wet! Would love to watch the BTS.

[@drfabulous77]

Wonderful .....and props to the late, great Michael Hedges.

[@novinkarki9962]

Learned this piece painstakingly by watching Rick's interview video.. Soo happy to see official release Mike..I'd play this song to infinity.. it carries so much emotion..

[@nordfald3740]

from the very first frame, i could tell that it was Skogafoss in Iceland. Probably the "most waterfall-esque" waterfall in the world. I swear it's exactly how a kid would draw a waterfall. Absolutely stunning scenery and music to boot

[@davidhoxit4274]

Brilliant composition

[@janwedek]

1:05 that moment when the kick drum comes in is truly *chef’s kiss* ❤

[@mikedawesofficial]

Love a good kick drop. It’s the Bristol heritage 🇬🇧

[@davidlindsay2138]

Stunning indeed. Hedges is smiling, but Eric Roche is also nodding his approval

[@ЯрославХижняк]

Dude! It's awesome. I felt that vibe all over my body!🤘

[@ScottAMedina]

I LOVE the artistry of this video. The locations, ocean swells and video cuts add to the majesty of the piece, making this a transcendent experience. Thank you.

[@ninjasharkstudiosandmerch]

My new favorite guitar player! So much feeling and character!!

[@GUITARISTED]

Saw Michael Hedges at The Ark (Ann Arbor) so many years ago. What a surreal experience. Michael drove in front of Ark and said some akin to "The Belfy Tower...onward" Mike's playing of this tune brings back those memories. Amazing what triggers our mems from those hidden caverns in mind. You rock Mike D.

[@gilmerpuckett5727]

That's a true musician man one who makes their own style

[@andersonwin4504]

I've heard it several times and I can't stop listening... what a wonderful sound... I get emotional...

[@TinoDeLuca-m5h]

Michael Hedges would be happy to hear your music... ❤

[@MindsEyeMuseGuitar]

Most beautiful version of this song I've ever heard, by anyone

[@mikedawesofficial]

😮❤

[@hilla42]

...agree ❤...

[@GiorgioRizzoMusic]

Bellissima! E quanta energia.

[@KevinTPLim]

Plini vibes in the breakdown ... sweet track!

[@stefanheisel553]

Finally a full version of this, I listened many times to him playing it on Rick Beatos channel, magical.

[@jessejames5147]

I'm so happy to finally see an official recording of this! I've always had saved to listen to cuz it's such a spiritual Hedges vibe!! ❤

[@gailbrookhart1777]

Stunning Music, Stunning Location, Stunning Execution. I've told the husband it's time to order the new album.

[@mikedawesofficial]

Wow, thank you!

[@zachordway9473]

I saw him live at a Periphery show. he's crazy with the playing and tapping/ slapping

[@podbay]

Incredible version, Mike. Saw you play with Justin at that converted church in Manhattan twice, and loved every minute of those shows.

[@chadgrabner4136]

That's epic for length of play, and genius for interpretation and adaptation in ways that keep the soul of the song intact (Jimi's version).

[@docrob029]

This is truly the sublime version of this classic Dylan tune. Both Dylan and Hendrix would be totally into it. If you come to Minneapolis, I'll be there and jam if you would.

[@mikedawesofficial]

Thanks man. Hopefully 2025 🤞

[@docrob029]

@@mikedawesofficial Thanks for the reply. I'll be looking forward to it.

[@josephconnelly8498]

it is impossible for you to do anything less then .....pure magic! STUNNING... AS ALWAYS! MUCH LOVE!

[@mikedawesofficial]

Wow, thank you!

[@InUteroKDC]

I see you finally mastered my version of this song. In all seriousness, this is an amazing rendition.

[@tmaciol]

Hi Mike, You’ve done it again. You’re a master of percussive finger style guitar. There couldn’t be any doubt about that. Love it. Thx

[@JensBauer-p3j]

Michael for ever! What a cover! Amazing!!!

[@allieandbo]

Never have I seen a video and location rival such epic playing. A match made in musical bliss.

[@hongdouzza]

It is beyond any words to describe the mike arrangement

[@blakekeach5908]

How beautiful is Iceland! Absolutely killer performance

[@deltarogue_nR2]

Wow! .... WOW! ....amazing, powerful, sublime.... Thank you.

[@colin3749]

Michael Hedges cover... well done

[@efrainku8667]

This guy never ceases to impress me

[@savvydirtfarmer]

That is among the finest guitar work the world has ever known.

[@mxmlapsh]

It’s like nature and music are talking about who is more powerful. Absolutely astonishing performance ❤

[@EdwardOng]

bet it was cold 🥶

[@leolambert5949]

Excellent rendition.

[@pattiruiz6803]

Beautiful song, Beautiful setting 🩶

[@KainzMusic]

For me your music is also a visual medium. As a guitar player I enjoy the "how" as well as the "what". I salute you sir!

[@jimchesnutt7879]

The scenery is amazing and of course the playing is too. Nice work!

[@TJfossil]

Reminds me a lot of Michael Hedges' version. Very well done.

[@adamrafferty]

YEAH MAN!!! Love it. Beautiful vid!!!!!

[@michaelhtritter]

That tone ... yowza. Going to be seeing Mike again soon; saw him with Tommy Emmanuel last year, going to catch him with Christopher Cross and Justin Hayward in just a few weeks. Since this came out recently. Eff yeah, life is good.

[@alexhudson3574]

amazing location with an equally amazing performance , looks like another planet

[@LouisTabosa]

Wow! Even after more than 10 years, I still remember Mitchel Emms' voice with your guitar in a cover of this song. This version, however, takes it to another level. Truly inspiring.

[@halfwayunder5432]

very cool progression Mike , love all the melodic/percussive fills. sounds so complete and tells the story of the theme well! Rock on!!!

[@gabrielA95-t5o]

Can't think of a better place for him to film this. Iceland.

[@mikedawesofficial]

Stunning place