Space Oddity (Lesson) - David Bowie

[@danielgulotta2252]

Hey James! I just spent the evening going through some old videos. I've been watching you since the Privettricker days. You have changed my life. I'm a terrible guitar player, but music fills my soul when I'm feeling empty, and you inspire me to pick up the guitar and change what may have been a crappy day into an "I feel better about the world today," day. Even if it's just a strum pattern or a short lick. I rarely learn the whole song cause I never have anyone to play with, but I have fun in my little man cave music room. I hope all is well. Love ya too lots!

[@rchancock]

Dan, you echoed my same state and feelings. Thanks to James and to you

[@jbpascal6892]

Même sentiment...

[@TypicalGirls]

Been longer than usual since a posting. I hope all is well, especially that shoulder. Hope to see you soon.

[@tomwilder1495]

Hope he’s on a beach in Barbados recuperating.

[@AndyBigDaddyWilkinson]

@@tomwilder1495 I was getting worried too...shit....what would we do with out Double J?

[@SebastianHalfpenny]

Thinking of James also. Hope all is good. Does anyone know if he still has the 2003 Les Paul standard? What burst is that guitar?

[@lucidlifestyle8799]

Yeah, three weeks is a long time for someone who posts almost every other day. I love watching him play.

[@backtoshallabal6662]

I hope he is still alive :( I miss his posts

[@ji3946]

this dude kills it every time

[@tripledistilled2822]

I enjoy the lessons and I like his attitude, very entertaining!

[@Larry-hh3kl]

Like thousands of others I hope all is well and you are simply taking a well desired break. I can't thank you enough for all of your postings as I have truly grown as a guitar player as a result of your videos. You are a natural teacher. All the best to you and your family.

[@cidlopez]

I hope he’s ok. Been following him for 10 years. Not known him to just stop like this.

[@tonybulmer6365]

@@cidlopez He had surgery on his shoulder recently.

[@wartimemodels]

James- we need your reaction to the “Get back” film! I just finished it and am overwhelmed. Plenty of guitar material of course, but the history and human drama of it are so moving. Hope you’re well!

[@tomwilder1495]

JJ…I think I have narrowed down the reason for your absence: 1. After producing multiple guitar videos per week for others for 12 years, you started playing for just yourself again and like it. 2. In a mad fit, you sold all of your guitars and have begun flute lessons. Can I have your amps? 3. Jimmy Page found your channel, gave you a call and the two of you are doing an album. You just have no time, thus the short replies. 4. You are enjoying this game of Wheres Waldo(JJ) and have no intention of stopping now. 5. You have started a new channel (you’ve done it before) and your in the midst of building it out but it’s still a secret. 6. You got a side gig as Santa Claus at the local mall and have been out straight since Thanksgiving. 7. Your wife said you were addicted to guitars and making KZbin guitar videos. She bet you a Les Paul Heritage that you couldn’t stop for two months. 8. You just decided to spend more time with your family. Whatever the reason, know that you are missed here. Thank you for everything and have a great Holiday with your family.

[@jamesjames9275]

At least two of those are true. :)

[@ranman1959]

@@jamesjames9275 I'll go with 1 and 8. But I could also believe 3.

[@PollyoFJB]

I was never a big Bowie fan unfortunately and once again you’ve amazed me and I learned one of the best strumming songs ever thank you thank you thank you from the bottom of my heart

[@greg7656]

Wishing James James, his wife, their families and all who love this channel a happy holiday season, and to James, my deep gratitude for giving music back to me after so many lost years

[@timmyers8257]

It's been a while. Hope you're doing alright. Looking forward to seeing you soon.♾️☮️

[@DG-mv6zw]

Great tutorials, James. Clear and methodical but without sacrificing these wonderful nuances that make such a difference to a solo acoustic guitar. Please keep these tutorials coming mate. Many thanks 👍

[@DeadDiverDan]

Another one that I've not been playing correctly. Your lessons have helped me fix a lot of mistakes in songs I love and been playingfor years . Thanks

[@michaelchappell6570]

Great to see you back James hope you are on the mend with your shoulder, this is a great song as well.

[@randolphjones2658]

Me too hope you're ok. I've been feeling the pinch as well. Love your lessons!

[@mgwwilf]

You are Back!! Good to see that you are healing up! Another great lesson sir

[@christopherstone1083]

Who would have thought this was James James' second to last lesson? He seems so cheerful. I had the realization this morning that I hadn't seen a lesson for a while (been busy learning other songs from other teachers), checked things out and once I saw that "The End" was the last lesson posted, I knew what was up. Good Luck James James! and Thank You!

[@jopiet821]

Your teaching and clarity so good on this, you learned a lot over the years, Thanks by the way!

[@philemaux]

Merci pour toutes ces vidéos !🎸🎸🎸

[@frankmerriman9937]

After playing in garage bands in the 70s (High school) I put the guitar down as I honestly felt like a poser bcuz adulthood beckoned (Got a job) and dropped guitar for 40 years. You certainly changed my life James James/Privettricker. Your easy going, lighthearted, doing it for fun 'tude reignited my passion two years ago. I bought a few guitars (Yep, have a job) and been going through the masters catalogue (JimmyP) with your guidance. Thank you so much for your excellent coaching, zep trivia and sense of humor.

[@Teeder]

Hi James, It’s great to see you back playing and teaching! Shoulders take time to heal, and there’s nothing that can be done to speed up that process (unfortunately). Trying to do too much can actually delay or set back the healing process. I’m the poster boy for this. Patience, as a virtue, was obviously not a guitar player! Thank you for this timely lesson on “Space Oddity”. My very good friend, Tom, is having a major milestone birthday next week, and I can’t attend (due to a recent health issue that I experienced), but I’ll work my version of this song into my video birthday message to him. Your lesson was the catalyst for my birthday video idea. I’m always so impressed with your “ear”. You hear the key and the chords so well. For example, the F major7 to start “Space Oddity” or how an E7 fits in perfectly in another song, or the riffs in “Mrs Robinson”, etc. I know a lot of chords, and I can play them well, but I struggle with the aforementioned. A song is like a musical jigsaw puzzle, and the chords are the pieces. I know the pieces, but I’m weak in their application. I would imagine I’m not alone in this regard. Anyways, I want you to know that your lessons do a world of good in myriad ways. Viewers don’t always express this, but for me, your lessons really shed a lot of light onto understanding the guitar. There’s a lot that I don’t know/understand, but hopefully, with time, I will. Thank you for sharing your gift of music with us! It’s great to see the Sabres having more success this year. Making the playoffs, in this division, is no easy task. Good luck with your shoulder.

[@denislarcombe680]

thanks james for all your work hope you and family are well

[@jadeedmundson5715]

This is the best lesson l’ve had from you! Thank you🙏🏻🐶❤️

[@AngelMartinez-qs3cf]

Great stuff! Loved the lesson! As usual, super cool!

[@geo.cgeier3435]

Love that song, that Guild D-55 and your channel! Glad you’re doing better after getting cut on! Much appreciated, Thanx!

[@ambroseharper8316]

As ever, another very enjoyable video, you have a great ear.

[@greggilman905]

Like everybody else; hope you're just enjoying the holidays. We love ya dude!

[@GaryBook]

Bowie tunes are always appreciated.

[@1060michaelg]

Been playing this song since I picked up a guitar, well, some months later, and that Fmaj7(no 5th) is absolutely the way to go! It captures the overall effect of how the music sounds. Great ear, James.

[@kfans]

Your the man ,man ! Picks and Pucks ,great combo !!

[@almartinez13]

BEAUTIFUL.

[@mortysroom]

Thank you. You have such a gift. Skills and communication like nobody!

[@diesel1586]

That’s great man, I needed this, especially after a long day in Brooklyn

[@rodmcdonough6111]

Vert nice authentic feel as you play this Bowie classic

[@Andrew301]

Thanks for doing these videos James!

[@Danman911]

You can make a lesson enjoyable..your guitar sounds so good even with the break between the chords.. great song too…will be practicing that song for sure..will be looking for the 72 concert you mentioned..

[@tinnwhistler7629]

Excellent lesson, Muchos gracias!

[@darrylbirney8712]

Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. You got a great following of guitar players from beginners and old dudes that have been playing for 60 years. Love your style and dry humor. Hopefully, Santa will put another vintage Porsche in your stocking. Let talk sports cars in one of your none guitar videos.

[@theseeker6097]

5 Stars James! Awesome tutorial as usual!

[@danielhoffheins2068]

One of the best that's ever done it. An ineffable force. Happy Trails.

[@tfcolligan]

We miss you! And hey, thanks for doing a few numbers on that Guild of yours. Love that sound.

[@BillMcGirr]

Very cool. Great chord progression. Good stuff.💪👍🎸🥃

[@FUBAR896]

So cool..great job !!

[@donrice2609]

I been playing it in public for many years slightly differently..its always nice to see how someone else does it and use thier ideas where applicable..thanks

[@Ralph-ny1ey]

Same here, such as the outro. It's my favorite part because the chord arrangement sounds beautiful. Basically same though.

[@drewcunningham2]

Great lessons James - no face - so mysterious lol - anyway, great t-shirt collection and great lessons - definitely one of my fave channels for learning a few new tunes properly....peace bro!

[@kenstephenslivingroomlegends]

Sorry to see you're not posting new videos. I hope that changes! We've used your videos to find "new" songs for our cover band to play. Very helpful. Thank you so much!

[@turnsufficient4971]

Western New York themes again - a Buffalo Sabres sweater and a Genesee beer light in the background ! Sounds so good indeed

[@LeyJohnSha]

Thanks again JJ. Nice to see you have an honest ding on that almost prisine acoustic..

[@ckallaher]

Thanks for reminding me what a great song this is, yes, for the campfire. Many years ago I saw a sheet music version of this song and it had the Bb as a Bbmaj7 down in the first position, which I kind of like as an embellishment, like that open B on the Fmaj7, which I really love. Good luck with the shoulder rehab. That is one difficult joint to get right.

[@claytonsanders5435]

Hey Jim, glad to see ya back in action.

[@bobdennis7136]

Hey, a Buffalonian! Love the Sabres sweater and the Genny Cream Ale sign. I’m a Depew native transplanted to Tampa. Love your vids, man. You get to the point and concentrate on the fingering. Your Suite Judy video was epic. Hope to see more from you.

[@victory6422]

Thank You Double J Great Job and I appreciate and Value You Dearly, Also Thank You for the lick on "Let Me Roll It" 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@johnwhitehouse8069]

Many thanks for this lesson. 😎Great plectrum take off.

[@SyntagmaStation]

You really nailed this one. The Famj7 to Fm is critical.

[@jasonvoldsness673]

Great lesson! You explained very clearly with a lot of detail 👍 Guess that's why you have a lot of followers. Count me in, and thanks for sharing 🤘

[@walkerhjones]

Hoping you are well James James, thankful for your videos Peace

[@jamesjames9275]

Doing great, thanks!

[@branevans3705]

Hey thx! Love your style ❤

[@christopheranderson1968]

Seen a few comments wondering what's going on with the length of time between new videos. Hopefully back soon. I enjoy the videos.

[@paulinebuckles2310]

This is amazing. Really good tutorial.

[@chrissnape9537]

I just recently saw Bowie with Conan. Conan made note that Bowie was the 25th richest man in Britain. It just shows how successful he was. A real gentleman, which in 1972 would have been hard to imagine. I miss your channel; maybe you will be back. Besides your great playing we like a lot of the same music. The Who was the best live act I ever saw, once with Moony.

[@tonyvoxu2]

Came here to say thanks for the 'Something' video on your old channel. Great singing on that one too.

[@mikeclifton2824]

Beautiful guitar

[@jackellsworthsavage5384]

i'm hooked!

[@chrissnape9537]

I would like to second the previous comment, and I am crossing my fingers all is well. I hope this isn't the same as your previous channel where you got fed up with the negative comments. I have been a sportsman all my life and played rugby for 23 years and got to travel the world with the great game. I was an avid golfer but old injuries have caught up and I need a couple of operations My wife and I had been living in Thailand for five months a year until Covid. I started just to listen to your PT channel because I liked the music so much. I would be up at 3.30 or 4 am because of pain and would lie on the bench with our French Bull dog and pain killers. Well it was so good that I bought a guitar and started to play I am now an intermediate player thanks to you and two others. I like the way you don't over complicate things. If all is well maybe after a break you can comeback. Lord knows you have left us with a treasure trove of classic music. I especially like your Who videos as I thought they would be beyond me but you pointed out some of Pete's go to moves. Anyway cheers big ears and thanks. Sure would still like you to play the live version ofAcid Queen but I don't think your taking requests LOL. I trust this finds you in good spirits and drop us a line just to say hello or show us your new guitars

[@alphasxsignal]

Merry Christmas coming up soon. Just picked up some new guitars so Im back playing and watching you.

[@tomwilder1495]

Glad you are well JJ. Enjoy a nice Thanksgiving with your family.

[@larrykendall317]

Big thanks for this one!

[@CCB6939]

James I love that Guild !!! some day I too shall own one... maybe great lesson ! thanks James

[@markc8302]

Fantastic lesson man. Thank you

[@bretttownsend6495]

I’ve played guitar almost 60 years and still I learn something new fro you. I hope your alright I respect you alot

[@MikefromAlabama]

Where have you been? Miss your play overs and lessons on you tube. Happy Holidays.

[@trinacollette507]

This is great! Thank you 😊

[@fernandoc.m.1206]

James James come back, you are missed...

[@estebucks]

Hey James James! I’m a new fan here, you should do more bowie songs! Appreciate the content ❤️

[@WinstonOBoogie007]

Hope you’re doing well James, miss your content. Whenever I search for a lesson on a particular song, I always watch yours first

[@kingoscari3999]

JJ: Hope all is well. Sending good vibes and wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving. Thank you. 🦃

[@s2studlys2]

G'day JJ, just wishing you positive thoughts mate. Hope everything is well and we see you back doing what you love soon. Cheers from Oz :D

[@pattamlyn2322]

much better & cleaner video.. & some nice little tricks for this tune .. thx

[@execatty]

Brilliant lesson

[@rapbrown8849]

Hope you're OK dude, love your channel, don't need a thing from you, just hope you're alright.

[@matt68rtj52]

Great tutorial, thanks.

[@jimfitzgerald6510]

Keep doing your shoulder rehab. Doing great🍀

[@samiam5557]

Great lesson thanx.

[@garryciambella1886]

Great job as usual, especially covering the Em vs G6 issue, as I have also seen Bowie play this both ways. It stands out even more if you also play the G6 with the open E string also in the bass. I would also suggest swapping every Bb to Bbmaj7 in the “planet Earth is blue” descents, and also ending on the Fmaj7 as opposed to the F straight up. Hope ‘the wing’ gets back to 100% soon.

[@castanzes]

JJ, I hope you're Ok. All the best to you and your family.

[@tamiobrien1113]

I am still lmao because I am the one who asked you if you could play love me tonight by head east!! It was 1 of my favorite guitar songs in the v70's they are not a good band really but had2 great songs!! everyone knows never been any reason but not love me tonight I just fell in love with the rhythm of that song! And again I am not mad or offended at all I totalling understand and you play a ton of better songs that I have learned so thank you bro!! Lol

[@monkusbee]

Thanks for that Fm tip!

[@timothymathew1540]

Awesome 👍

[@PaulSter]

@JamesJames - Man, I'm a numbskull! All this time that I've seen, and watched your vids on this channel, I'm still finding songs from your old channel. I remember sending you a supportive message to the effect (if not the exact phrase) "don't let the bastids get 'cha down!" So here I've been watching this channel for all this time, not realizing you're one in the same. But then just yesterday (12/5/21), I noticed the unique way you form chords, as well as your wedding band. And then like a proper guitar nerd, I A/B'd your two channels, and read some comments from your first vids here and saw all "glad you're back!" and things like that. Lol. So, having just bought my dream Martin acoustic (have been electric for the past 30 years), I'll definitely be playing this tune on it. Thanks and... Cheers from Texas

[@boffam00]

In the intro (and thereafter when these chords are played) I play the low E along with the Fmaj7…I like the dissonance and my hands are too small to hook my thumb over to fret the F anyway. I also play Em7 after that instead of Em, playing it with only the B fretted on the A string. I also hammer on this note in the intro and also when playing Em after C/G in the verse.

[@zinstein007]

Thanks for sharing !

[@danmuzquiz296]

nicely done!

[@michaelherman4129]

Belated Thanksgivng and Holiday Season wishes. Sincerely hoping you and the family are all well.

[@olivier3847]

when you play an Em7 with just one finger on the A string and an open D string instead of an Em in the intro it can create certain overtones which are audible on the studio recording.

[@edbankston5593]

Hey man great song choice

[@garylcampbell9964]

Hope all is well. I hope you are coming back. All the best. Gary

[@KralSolak]

Open b is sounds like intro with mellotron, great teacher 🙏

[@andytaylor4138]

Great lesson. I always thought it was harder 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@AndyBigDaddyWilkinson]

You are a humble man JJ...and you dont realize the appreciation we have for you.....There are hundreds of guys across the US detoxing cold turkey freakin out with night sweats and DTS...spiders and ghouls haunting us at night...shadow people taunting from the shadows....Please give us a fix?!?!?

[@perryd6761]

I play it on my 12 string. And I play it off the sheet music and 10 it definitely needs the Fm because his voice changes there and all barre chords for the break from the C, F, G & A!

[@WeejeeJones]

Happy holidays, hope all is well.

[@KingHarvestHSC]

Just checking to see if all is well with you. I see below that you are doing fine. Looking forward to seeing you again. Thanks!