Stevie Ray Vaughan & Albert King - Blues at Sunrise | Reaction

[@irmacavazos8186]

I enjoy this every time I watch it! ❤️👍

[@SSPVideo]

So beautiful watching them jam. Stevie looked so happy to be playing with one of his idols.

[@keithjames7843]

It’s like you said Van this is grown folks music There ain’t no music that will get in your soul like the blues

[@claireburling8547]

What do I think about this? Hot dam. I can't even believe what I'm listening to. This is a National Treasure! Two absolute greats jamming with each other. Albert King's silky voce distracts you, then Stevie just lets loose in the middle. So Albert decides to go light up while he's of somewhere in Stevie Ray Vaughan land. Looked like Stevie didn't notice he got up. I loved every second of this and it's goin on my playlist. I think they're both incredible, but I have to say Stevie is my guitar hero+GOAT. ☮️to all

[@Mark-qr2up]

Great pick!!!...Great reaction!!!... I HAD to subscribe!

[@TheAcworthdude]

SRV truly loved those great Blues Men.

[@RMLtiger]

Stevie was actually holding back. His band mates said in interviews that Stevie respected his idols so much he refused to show them up. Total humble gentleman. They played a gig one night and when Stevie saw BB King opening for him he was pissed and told his agent to never let that happen again. He thought he should’ve opened for BB. Mad respect.

[@AndrewVOdom]

Don’t forget: Albert knew the Essence of the blues is less, not more. He praises Stevie early In the show that “some people play too fast and got no soul.,,” etc. So it’s not about SRV “holding back”- that’s part of the reason he’s so good here- the restraint and taste of the masters he learned from. It s the difference between blues and rock sometimes…It’s not a race and not how many notes you play…

[@MichaelFlynn0]

yep = I noticed that too. He was at 80 % max

[@jimbigboystoys4077]

Steve was better than all of them. But you’re right… He had MAD RESPECT for his elders!! You got to admire that!!

[@RMLtiger]

@@AndrewVOdom I’m not talking about speed or slowing down. As someone who played guitar in the past… I’m talking about difficulty level. Trust me… more speed does not mean more difficult.

[@tonyahammond3865]

Yep. BB King said he told Stevie not to hold back, so Stevie let loose. He’s the GOAT.

[@user-ru3pz9vv6t]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Check out the whole session!

[@samdemings9820]

Albert King was a legend before SRV was born. That he respected SRV as a blues man enough to share his stage, many times, shows what he thought of his ability.

[@cyclaunch2251]

Once Albert was having some money issues and was having trouble buying a tour bus. Stevie found out and bought Albert a fully decked out tour bus. SRV respected those that came before him.

[@keithjames7843]

It’s a shame that we lost one of the best guitar player’s that has ever picked up a guitar. I had the pleasure of seeing SRV twice, Once in Daytona Beach in 1987 and once in Atlanta Ga. In the fox theater in 1986 It’s amazing that SRV sounded better live than in a Studio How many people can say that He devoted him whole life to the blues and payed his respects to the great blues players that started it all He loved Albert King SRV said that Albert was his Godfather and he was so humble and gave his respect and credit to all of the legendary blues men that came before him We truly lost something special when he died in that helicopter crash in 1991 But his music will never die Love your reactions Van you are the man

[@joshuaherndon7380]

Man, I watched your video when you discovered Stevie. You were blown away just like everybody else that has ever heard him play. Albert King was Stevie's main guitar idol and mentor. Albert is the OG. Pay close attention to Albert when he plays and you will notice that not only is he left handed, but his guitar is strung upside down with the little strings on top. I don't remember seeing anyone else play like Albert. Jimi Hendrix was left handed, but his guitar was restrung in the normal configuration. BTW, the whole IN SESSION video is worth a watch.

[@Onerva_official]

Fucking legends.

[@goldenruletv7301]

This is SO GREAT! SRV shows mad respect to his idols and that's what you call CLASS!.

[@Bogart61]

Stevie was introduced to Albert when was in his late teens in Austin Tx. I believe at Antoine’s. They played ALL NIGHT LONG lots of times.

[@deckofcards87]

Albert King ... my all time favourite Blues man... with SRV it was a power house, almost too much fire

[@donwilson1625]

The more I watch you react to SRV and Albert the more I appreciate what a first class guy you are about music and life.

[@jimbigboystoys4077]

Two of the blues biggest legends right there!! Albert was Steve’s mentor. Those two were tight back in the day! Those two were one of a kind, and will never be replaced. May they both Rest In Peace 🙏🏻❤️

[@jennhurl]

Stevie's idols were Albert King & BB King. He worked in countless dives & several bands perfecting his craft. The fact that Stevie was accepted by them & shared a stage meant everything to Stevie. When Stevie was playing with other greats like them, Eric Clapton, Santana he never truly showed out. He respected others. Stevie shared this: "Albert King himself and his wail on the guitar that spoke to me first. And the day came when he was there in front of me, giving a baptismal sermon: "You’ve got it all. You must know that, although your skin is white, you're a black man with a guitar". "Behind a Stratocaster, there exists no more purifying water. The godfather of blues gave me his blessing, and now, ya, I’ve got it all, brother." - Stevie Ray

[@stoneysopranoyukon9398]

🤘❤🇨🇦

[@briankoshefsky5916]

It's great to see young people interested in good music from the past

[@aaronb4493]

Wonderful music, I never get tired of Stevie and Albert.

[@MrJneesy]

love me some albert king I don't think he gets near the recognition he should in the music world

[@keithjames7843]

Van this is real music I seen SRV live in Daytona Beach in 1987 and I love the blues music You can feel this music in your soul When he died in that helicopter crash We truly lost one of the greatest musicians that has ever been and He was very good man to He would help anyone Albert King was his god father Albert did not like to perform with anyone until SRV came along He could not believe that SRV could play like this at such a young age SRV loved Albert King and he looked up to this man with so much respect It’s a crying shame that no one plays this kinda music anymore This was the definition of real music My favorite music of all I like all kinds of music but there’s nothing like the blues

[@keithjames7843]

Van you need to sing the blues You sounding pretty good Man I love this channel You keep me laughing all day You should watch SRV in Daytona Beach in 1987 Playing I Ain’t Gone Give Up On Love

[@deboraadkins-smith2092]

Stevie Ray,Jimmy Hendrix ,B.B. King,Jerry Reed ... All natural born with Gods Gift to play guitar! This type of players dont happen often , they dont even have to try ! Thats why all others want to meet them and play with them because they are the best and there is nothing they cant play 😊

[@toms6756]

Listening to Albert King's solo's made me realize his influence on Stevie's playing during his concerts. As a contrast, I hear Stevie taking on his Hendrix influence in this performance. Loving these Blues!

[@yamahasuperbike2202]

Damn shame these folks are gone...

[@joeshmoe9629]

What you are watching is Stevie with one of the 3 kings of blues (Albert,BB, and Freddie). He idolized this man as do many others

[@keithjames7843]

We truly lost one of the best musicians that has ever played the blues and a very good person period This man was so passionate about this music and it blows my mind just how clear and clean he played that Fender Stratocaster BB King and Eric Clapton said that it will be a long time before someone comes along with the god given talent that SRV was blessed with This most definitely my favorite type of music I was turned on to the blues at party in 1984 Someone had a Muddy Waters album playing and I have been hooked like a fish ever since that night RIP TO A LEGEND AND GOOD PERSON ALL THE WAY AROUND. REST IN PEACE SRV We miss you so very much

[@yambo59]

What an amazing moment in stevies life this must have been sitting in with Albert King like this.

[@chrisdeering3965]

OMG Van 😂 NUGGETS AND FRIED EGGS!! 😅😅 SRV AND KING = Goose bumps and tears too...luv it man ❤😊

[@Deepthoughtsabound]

Stevie's brother does a song called "6 strings down". It's a tribute to Albert King, SRV and fellow blues men playing in heaven.

[@moose3384]

Stevie, Albert, and BB ALWAYS give me wave after wave of goosebumps just watching and listening to them. The absolute respect that Stevie had for his idols should forever be remembered and be set as the standard for everyone.

[@SRCW-pi8pj]

Stevie Ray Vaughan is one of the best guitar players in the world

[@tonyahammond3865]

Stevie said in an interview once that Albert called Stevie his godson. BB treated Stevie like a son. Lots of love and respect.

[@cathynb9205]

Stevie left us way too soon. Love it 🔥🔥🔥

[@julietate7806]

This is from "In Session" from Dec. 1983. The whole thing will BLOW YOUR MIND!

[@joshuatift4640]

Van I need to recommend that you watch Roy Clarke in the Odd Couple show his performance on that show playing guitar is just phenomenal as well

[@Alvtec870]

Albert king master of the bend, BB King master of vibrato, Freddie king master of the Party. No one caressed a note like Mr Albert king.

[@yambo59]

How many could sit down and do a serious blues duet with Albert King, Albert had to literally tease it out of Stevie to play hard because Stevie would never upstage any of these legends - he had way too much respect for them and their place in blues music -- I love how Albert King just casually takes his pipe out and fills it while Stevie's smokin on the guitar, WoW.

[@aviatom1]

Van, thank you, this reaction lead me to watch the whole show. Some of the best guitar playin I've ever heard. 1:28 min of pure joy

[@garywalker9753]

This whole Music Docu is just awesome. Student and Pupil, such a beautiful thing.

[@paulmoose979]

Thank you Van! Finally, someone reacts to this epic video of 2 legends.

[@larrydavis3270]

LEGENDARY!!!!!!!!!!

[@douglasgish4467]

Not sure how true this is, but I heard Albert is Stevie's godfather.

[@johnoneil5554]

one word beautiful,we needed more from thestwo

[@JPMadden]

Albert King had one of the all-time great nicknames--"The Velvet Bulldozer." He got that because of his smooth voice, large size, and for once working as a bulldozer driver.

[@williamcabell142]

The GOAT...WITH THE MASTER!😎🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@soc3266]

2 Masters of the Guitar showing mutual respect for each other! Blues at it's finest

[@beamspickett]

Magic

[@agent1543]

Thank you for reacting to this. I requested it a long time ago. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@yambo59]

Stevie held back in these sessions, out of respect he would never upstage a blues legend like Albert King, he only cut loose when he was "invited". I cant even imagine what a rare session like this with someone like Albert King meant to Stevie, he revered all the old blues masters - and at one time or another he jammed with virtually all of them. Both of these bluesmen are gone now, from two different generations but blues brothers none the less.

[@jamesrapp9778]

SRV ALWAYS Pays and plays Homage to Jimi Hendrix, his friend and Mr. Albert King and Mr. B.B King his teacher and HERO... RIP Brother

[@ella-vm6vf]

Two of the greatest blues players in the world. Take a good look & listen because there is no one that can do this in 2021.

[@sylviafarese8837]

Van, if you’ve not watched entire show, I suggest you do. Albert King was known for NOT sharing the stage but Clifford Antone asked him but had to ask again because Albert just flat out said NO! Stevie was persistent and the blues players did trust Clifford so Albert came around. Then they did this special. Stevie was hungry, constantly wanting to learn and you can see his humility in this special show they did. Watch the entire special; you’ll love it.

[@scottlockerby2911]

RESPECT, LOVE,SOLE, The energy in the room in person 🌌🌌🌌🌎🫀 Old New World 🙏😆😁

[@inertiallychallenged]

There's another song from this show where Albert just sits back to watch Stevie, who is just blazing away on the guitar, and I think I remember Albert getting a little emotional... I assume from a combination of knowing Stevie had "it" and being proud that his student had in some ways become the Teacher.

[@stoneysopranoyukon9398]

The Master and the Pupil. Albert, the proud teacher and Stevie the eager student. You can see the reverence in Stevie's face every time he looks at Albert 😊 AWESOME! 🤘❤🇨🇦

[@Newfie-zc7ug]

Yes , even the great SRV can be humble ........the forgotten Albert king .

[@John-fk3rv]

Back to Stevie's roots. He was always learning from the legends. And they were amazed like us...

[@jaimeschumann68]

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL...SO BEAUTIFUL ❤️!!! TO SEE TO TWO GREATS WITH EACH OTHER JUST JAMMING ..NOT TRYING TO OUT DO EACH OTHER BUT ENJOYING EACH OTHERS TALENTS AND PURE GREATNESS!!!

[@sylviayoung1901]

King is playing a Flyin V Stratocaster! Now that is music!!

[@ZackStenbeck]

Albert King is a legend and played with many legendary musicians and many legendary musicians could only COVER his songs

[@nickcrisp7252]

Pleasantly surprised to see someone do a reaction video to anything from this session, nice one!

[@keithjames7843]

There’s no music like the blues I love all kinds of music from Gospel to Rap and everything in between but when someone plays the blues it gets down in your soul. I was turned on to the blues music around 1984 I always hung around with people older than me and I was at a party and someone had a Muddy Water’s album playing and I have been hooked sense that night

[@The_Jasonian]

A young man and his hero. Skin color ain’t nothing but us being a different shade of dirt. Notice the respect Stevie gives Albert King. He won’t play a lick unless asked

[@rustyforceps1012]

So much Blues to check out!!! Keep doing more!! I love reaction videos and you are the only (good) one who has reacted to this song, which is an EXTRAORDINARY example of two Blues Masters sharing a stage that is all too small to contain the legend that each of them embody. That event was a “Nexus” of Soul. I suggest you watch the entire In Session show!! I’ve seen you around and have never subscribed. Subbing because I finally saw this reaction. Hoping you do more Blues!

[@dorafirminpennington6098]

JIMMIE VAUGHAN Stevie's older brother played with the FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDS. They put out some great songs and we're famous before Stevie. TUFF ENOUGH, WRAP IT UP WERE HITS. He is still performing in smaller venues. Jimmie taught Stevie to play.

[@CoachGoodwin23]

Man, I love the blues! It speaks to the soul!!!! These men made the blues special --- real --- spiritual!

[@dianesaienni5466]

The thing with Stevie was that he was over the moon when playing with his guitar idols. Just under 3 minutes in and you can see in his eyes how he is totally enjoying being there with Mr. King. Nice video Van we can always use more SRV

[@jrgaddis9576]

Alberts strings are upside down talent

[@ssacra22]

I could listen to this $hit ALL DAY!!!

[@darrinholscher4897]

It's like eating desert before your dinner. You get spoiled on their jammin. You know they are rockin the walls off of heaven! Just like Jericho.

[@dougieyou]

Van, the Blues are the greatest form of musuc, look at how much joy is in your face watching this !!!! AWESoME

[@yambo59]

Two Blues icons playing together, now both are gone. The old school master and the student who is more than qualified to sit in as an equal - and I think Stevie Ray gave a damn good account of his blues skills here, no small feat sitting in with Albert King. RIP SRV AND ALBERT KING-!!

[@meredithtyson3408]

Albert King was like an uncle to Stevie Ray. And he was mesmerized by the way SRV played.

[@rogerkelly7988]

Been listening to Freddie King, Albert King and BB King since 1973 it's not just music it's the blues and I started listening to them in 1972 when I first heard Hot Tuna and acoustic blues been hooked ever since

[@alfredoeliasbarbosa4078]

They admired each other... First Stevie ... and last Albert to...

[@jimbusby8298]

THANK YOU FOR DOING ALL THE GREAT MUSIC 🎶

[@mrnobody9104]

Stevie took a little bit of sauce from each of the old greats and made the stick to your ribs gravy i can't get enough of!!! Albert was definitely a huge influence and idol of SRV.

[@traceyraffle6675]

Love watching these two...Stevie appreciated Albert so much as a mentor and friend :)

[@amer-hh6kp]

Listen to this entire session. This is historic. These two guys loved each other and it showed.

[@TheDivayenta]

Albert, one of the greatest blues masters around, was an inspiration and mentor to Stevie. I’m blessed to have seen Albert in the 60’s.

[@musiclover-cd4wn]

Brother check out Tin Pan Alley with Stevie Ray and Jonny Copeland You will love it

[@deborahhalbert3372]

I ask everybody to do Tin Pan Alley w/Johnny Copeland. It’s one of my favorite live per FB performances. Epic!

[@klasseact6663]

VAN....PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do this, it's INCREDIBLE🔥🔥🔥

[@debbiechang5781]

Just amazing. Nothing more to say. 🌺✌️

[@carltonwilliams9256]

I love both these artists. Albert makes you lean in and SRV makes you jump back and yell DAYUM!

[@robc.8269]

You should watch the whole performance. Albert didn't know who Stevie was before the show, but when Stevie walked in he remembered him. When Stevie was a teenager, Clifford Antone of the infamous Antone's blues club in Austin asked Albert if Stevie could come on stage & play with him. Albert was Stevie's idol & became a father figure for him.

[@malcolmcooke2024]

Actually Steve had played many times with Albert before this first when he was about 14 in Texas and many times after that Albert considered him better than Hendricks

[@jlstock_1]

I got this CD of the entire session about 15 or 20 hrs ago. 10 to 15 songs One of my favorites

[@davidteller7681]

All time guitar great Stevie Ray Vaughan worshiping at the feet of his idol!

[@TheCheeksMiller]

This whole show is an absolute picture of Teacher and Student, Master and Apprentice... When they first approached Albert about this show he refused cause he was like.. WHO is stevie ray vaughn.. and his band was like.. dude that is a little stevie!! And the rest is history. Albert simply knew him as little stevie. There is another part in this where Albert gets Stevie to play Pride and Joy. I love how Albert just looks like the proudest papa ever this whole show.

[@f.murphy8340]

I saw Albert King and Stevie on the same bill. Albert opened and Stevie headlined. You may notice the Albert is a lefty, just like Jimi Hendrix, but he did not switch the strings as Jimi did - so Albert is effectively playing all chords and notes "upside-down" - which is just unbelievable. While players bend a note up, Albert pulled it down.

[@larryl1427]

Man you are on fire. You've got it going on. I also noticed that your doing a some awareness videos about fixing the country. You sir have this guitarists respect. Thank you Van.

[@joshuatift4640]

Ok Van we need to jam you can be the lead singer OK you have a really cool voice I'll play the tambourine ok

[@20kingsize]

Loving your reaction tonight - two blues giants. Glad you were into it my friend, and thank you for sharing such an amazing blues performance.

[@kierstenridgway4634]

All day long!! ❤✌

[@johnboydTx]

2 Dallas Tx legends 🎸🎸 Just Smooooth Smoking!!!!! And Taking it Higher🎶💘😋😎✌

[@patriciarooney6113]

Wow..Thanks for sharing!

[@DarthRaider520]

The Larry Bird of blues guitar.

[@largemansteve60]

If you haven't yet, give the song Don't Lie to Me from this same recording a listen, another melt-the-brain-to-nothing track by these two gents...

[@klasseact6663]

There is only O N E Stevie Ray❗❗

[@darlenebanks1368]

My Ace and My King...

[@Newfie-zc7ug]

Great reaction as usual............................keep it up man.