Stevie Ray Vaughan Voodoo Child Reaction! (Live at Nashville!)

[@PowderedToastMan420]

Sings and plays behind his back at the same time. GOAT.

[@guidosarducci]

SRV is not just a "great" guitarist...he is/was one of the very best... and I must say that the band is SO STINKING TIGHT...

[@TheLantzMann]

Double Trouble was a tight and talented band for SRV but this kids father doesn't know that Tommy Shannon the bass player played with Johnny Winter for his first 2 albums and helped him get his start. So saying the band was just alright is BS both Tommy and Chris are masters at their craft

[@markvaars37]

Stevie ray Vaughan is incredible!! My all time favorite for sure

[@douglascampbell9809]

BB King "I've said that playing the blues is like having to be black twice. Stevie Ray Vaughan missed on both counts, but I never noticed." Eric Clapton "I don't think anyone has commanded my respect more, to this day. The first time I heard Stevie Ray, I thought, "Whoever this is, he is going to shake the world." I was in my car and I remember thinking, I have to find out, before the day is over, who that guitar player is." When they say you are legend then you are one.

[@johnosenbaugh2250]

Douglas Campbell funny I met him at a party and he told me SRV is proof you can be white and sing with your eyes open and it can still be blues.

[@billyreno8221]

He doesn't make his guitar talk son he makes it scream. Glad to see SRV still blowing minds

[@mariolevasseur731]

Just want to add, his band, Double Trouble, was one of the best Rhythm sections. Stevie never played the songs the same way or even the same tempo. It would change from night 2 night. He makes some parts longer in some parts shorter and the guys would figure it out as they went along. They were so in sync. The bass player was one of the Great Blues players. He played with Johnny Winters and the number of Blues greats. Tommy Shannon

[@ssacra22]

Greatest guitarist ever! There's a reason all of the great blues artists of the time wanted to collaborate with him. I saw a great interview with him many years ago where the interviewer asked him where he got his clothes and he said, 'mostly truck stops'.

[@doobiedave9686]

Stevie Ray is one of the guitar greats for sure.

[@michaelshepardson8436]

If playing behind your back were easy, we would all be doing it. He played it behind his head as well. And the band is epic...the bass lines and drum fills are every bit as much a part of the sound as the greatest guitar player of all time. Hendrix gets points for creativity, but for pure mastery of the instrument in a single genre, there is none greater.

[@trewan1519]

I think the part you both missed was the last 30+ secs of the song he did it with broken strings and no you don't see a lot of player's playing behind there back at that level of excellence.

[@johnmcelroy5804]

Not only was he playing in a very difficult position to play, the wrist control and the feel of the fret board is incredible, but apart from that, the pulls and bends that he was doing were especially impressive considering he used the heaviest guitar strings available. His guitar playing is unrivaled to this day.

[@fishouttawtr]

He actually has a great voice and his band is FANTASTIC!!! "ya know ya know"

[@larryg7126]

Stevie is stellar & you can't not watch/listening, but the rhythm section is one of the best in the business. R.I.P. Stevie Ray Vaughan. It's not the same playing behind your back.

[@cokeman13377331]

"The band's alright"... well I guess everyone does have their own opinion of course; as for mine, I think he couldn't have hoped for a better drummer. Chris Layton is a tremendously underrated drummer (more of SRV and Double Trouble will let you get a better understanding of how good Layton is and how quick he is to notice any changes as well as how good his timing amongst other things, especially considering he is drumming for someone like Stevie). As for Tommy Shannon, he is a pretty damn good bass player (originally having been with Johnny Winter). I personally haven't payed as much attention to Tommy and because of such can't say if he is the perfect fit for the band or not, but with the amount of Stevie I have watched and listened to, I never heard any problems with his bass playing. As Mario Levasseur here in the comments said, Stevie never played the same way twice, so for Tommy and Chris (and later Reese) to keep up is testament to their skill.

[@phillebo]

He's not just an OK vocalist. He's a great blues singer. And a Guido just said, his band is "so stinking tight"!

[@roncardenas2582]

One of the greats, thank you so much for checking him out. So awesome to jam too. As always, much love&respect-!-

[@connectwithandre]

That kid got the palette for quality, keep expanding it. Keep it up pops 👍

[@anthonysalas6599]

the look on your sons face,priceless good job.

[@therenewedpoet4292]

My dad saw him on the late night shows and Austin City limits. Growing up with a cassette in the car and my dad saying: "He could play that solo behind his back one handed" When I bought a dvd of him in mid 2000s I couldn't believe it seeing it. Just jaw dropping

[@stephenlf706]

I'm one of the lucky people that got to hear him play in person

[@chrisgamble5843]

Even Eric Clapton was intimidated by SRV

[@saschaschneider6355]

Yup, he walked out when he was supposed to play on the same bill and was supposed to play after him. Saw him playing and noped out and went home. Said he felt insecure in his own skills.

[@johnosenbaugh2250]

Sascha Schneider not getting on that helicopter saved Eric’s life though

[@saschaschneider6355]

@@johnosenbaugh2250 true, but why throw in something completely unrelated?

[@johnosenbaugh2250]

Sascha Schneider was totally related. When SRV died Clapton was supposed to be with him.

[@saschaschneider6355]

@@johnosenbaugh2250 No, he wasn't. It was reported that EC was in the same helicopter but he wasn't anywhere near it. And never had been. It was Clapton's entourage and SRV - Jimmie and his wife were supposed to be on the same helicopter but there was only a single seat left and Stevie took it. Apart from that, that wasn't the same night as Clapton fleeing. It was on that same tour, yes, but apart from that those were unrelated events

[@hungfao]

Stevie is normally a fiery Texas blues player. Many say he is the best ever. He has earned that title, but on this song everything he does was already done by Jimi Hendrix. Hendrix also played with his teeth. I've never seen Stevie do that, but I suppose that would be difficult while holding tobacco in your mouth. The major difference between the two is their styles. Hendrix did hard blues and a lot of what they called 'psychedelic' music. With the exception of this song, Stevie stuck with his Texas-style on most of his output. He does things like 'Voodoo Child' as an homage to Hendrix. I've been to Stevie's concerts even before he became an overnight sensation. The one thing he never did was lose his cool no matter what happened. In this video you saw where he broke a string, maybe two, and he just keeps right on going. THAT is a man who has mastered his instrument because breaking a string can completely upset your intentions. Stevie just adapts. During a concert I was at, not only did this happen, but his keyboard started humming, his one guitar literally died, and a speaker shorted out. He just kept on going without missing a beat. He had a great backup band. Also of note, the old man is right - playing behind your back is the same as playing in front if you know your guitar so well that you can play blindfolded. I've been playing for over 30 years and can play perfectly in the pitch black (although no where as well as Stevie). If you know where the notes are, you'll find them.

[@jackscott5593]

Thank you for the Stevie Rave On review! 😉🎸🐐 Stevie came onto the scene in 1983 when hairbands, parachute pants, and synthesizers ruled the airwaves. No one was doing Blues/Rock and he took everyone by storm. In fact, everyone wanted him to play on their records. Ex: David Bowie's 'Let's Dance'. Yup, that's Stevie on guitar. His main influences were Albert King and Jimi Hendrix, although he did have many 'guitar heroes'. He got sober from drugs and alcohol in late '86 and was clean until his death on August 27th, 1990, when he was killed in a helicopter crash following a concert with his brother Jimmie Vaughan, Eric Clapton, Buddy Guy and Robert Cray. He is regarded as one of the best guitarists of all time. Of course, that's all subjective to whoever is ranking them. Don't ask me who's best because I'm biased. 🤣 To see him do more 'tricks', check out Voodoo Child live at the Cotton Club in Finland. (He shakes a dude's hand while he's playing) Check out Life Without You live at the Capitol Theater. (He plays with his teeth) You should also check out 'Texas Flood' live at El Macambo. One of the best guitar performances. Ever. PS - 'Tight Rope' and 'Leave My Girl Alone' live at Austin City Limits in 1989.

[@garykelly7422]

You just witnessed greatness. Legend for sure 🎸

[@fatherandsonreactions]

We sure did! -S 🎸

[@suecook1326]

SRV passed away in a helicopter crash in the early 90's. Great loss!

[@CapricornSunSagRisingLibraMoon]

I've had the honor of seeing SRV twice LIVE! If you think his videos are something to watch - watch him LIVE! Electrifying! Mesmerizing! He played 13 strings. He and Jimmy were raised in the black community with Albert King as a guitar mentor who took Stevie under his wings when he was a teen and watch him like a proud papa when he took it to another level and grew into greatness. Sadly, SRV was killed in a helicopter accident in 1990/91 but his spirit like his music lives forever. Stevie Ray Vaughan did not play the guitar - STEVIE WAS THE GUITAR! RIP!

[@amaterasuodera]

Been watching SRV for 7 years. Best words to describe him, out of control

[@sbakerrealtor]

I think the kid gets it better than the old guy. Playing behind your back is different than playing normal. Totally different.

[@Mike_Judas_Priest_Kalsek]

SRV was certainly one of the best guitarists of all time. You guys really need to do more of his live material. Pretty sure the subscribers have already filled you in with all the details and plenty of suggestions. He was soooooo great...gone too soon, RIP. here's another great guitarist, but with a completely different style than SRV. Here's Joe Satriani with Flying in A Blue Dream (Live) (kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHXJqmltot5lidE). Cheers!

[@moefeaux1442]

Glad you enjoyed the GOAT in action. Introduce him to some grunge next like Alice in Chains "Would?". Dad, in an answer as to back and front no difference, take out a piece of paper and a pen and write your name in front of you and then attempt it behind your back. Keep rockin' guys, really enjoy it.

[@juliusanderson4528]

He was a TRUE master! If you love SRV you need to listen to a lot of Jimi. And you are very correct about Jimi doing the original version. Althoug not as good, but still amazing, is SRV's brother. Another great video.

[@strings53notlob50]

I saw him live every year from 1983 till one month before he died in 1990. every show was stellar. He was an unbelievable talent. The guitar and him were one.

[@RMLtiger]

Most can’t play behind that good. Most of the greats have to look down a good bit. SRV rarely ever looks down. I played guitar years ago and my teacher told me to never watch SRV because it will shatter all confidence.

[@poppiethestable1090]

Stevie ray has great voice

[@marymargaretmoore9034]

Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan are my top two favorite guitarists. SRV died in a helicopter crash in 1990, sadly. RIP Jimi and Stevie. 🎶😢. BTW, Voodoo Chile was written by Jimi and the studio version (on his album Electric Ladyland) is amazing.

[@bradb3248]

Was waiting for this reaction, loved seeing your faces when he played behind his back. This August will be the 30th anniversary of his death, helicopter crash in Wisconsin. I’m with you son, most couldn’t play behind their backs, not the same thing. Considered on of the best ever, could also check out Texas Flood live, or Couldn’t Stand The Weather, thanks.

[@quiltie1774]

I love watching people fall in love with Stevie and Double Trouble! You two were bopping your heads and when he spun around and played behind his back you both stopped moving and were appropriately stunned. Then the one handed play. At the end he broke a string behind his back and just kept playing? He’s the GOAT at guitar!!

[@PowderedToastMan420]

Check out Little Wing, Tin Pan Alley, Life without you.

[@sbakerrealtor]

You are a lucky young man, you just got to witness the greatest guitarist of all time.

[@PowderedToastMan420]

SRV kept American blues alive in the 80's.

[@artandrade1]

The Greatest!!!!

[@Pilot545]

Playing behind your back is not a gimmick. Like others have said. If it was easy, you’d see everybody doing it. The biggest reason is that your wrists are rotated from your natural playing position. So to play at that level with a wholly different hand position is...well hard af! Haha. He also does this in a tux with a coat tail. He has to keep the guitar far enough away from his body so it doesn’t interfere with the strings.

[@marcianocastillo9501]

Stevie is the only person that can play Jimi Hendrix behind the back and it is hard to play behind the back SRV is the GOAT💯💯💯

[@sven-olofmattsson1077]

SRV was taken away from us all to soon. The band Double Trouble was among the tightest in the business. For Stevie the guitar was just like a natural part of his body. You should try out "Tin Pan Alley" live. Epic performance. :-)

[@patteel]

Stevie Ray used 13 guage strings, his hands were super strong. Stevie was the G.O.A.T.

[@docbearmb]

SRV played the guitar in its entirety. Watch closely and you’ll see him constantly adjusting the knobs and switch to get the best/appropriate sound for the part of the song he’s playing. He was/is the Master.

[@bighupp3081]

check out the string gauge SRV used.

[@stevegackowski8614]

Yes thick as rope damn

[@tombanaski3251]

He used 12’s; my understanding (correct me if I’m wrong guitar players) is the normal is like a 7 or 8? He must have had one helluva handshake!

[@robertomotad]

You should watch Look at little sister, Autstin, TX 85, he breaks his guitar string and keep playing, smooth switch of guitars. He was in another level!. PD. Hope you guys keep sharing reactions as father and son!

[@selmonb921]

I think the kid got it way better than the old man!! When you're playing as a 3 piece band, you better have a bass player and drummer, who knows how to play with the leader! The bass player and drummer always played what was called for no matter the tune. If you have either one going outside the box, it turns into a cluster F*ck!

[@erniehenderson1100]

He got out of bed he was the goat - everything he did was so effortless like he wasn't even thinking about it. - I hear what you're saying about the band they didn't seem very tight there are other recordings were they are all locked in sound good I saw them live once at a music festival he was pretty drunk they did about four or five songs and they were done but I still got to see him before he died

[@curtisgunnarson1768]

Any song from El Mocambo show is awesome but only do live reactions. SRV must be seen and heard to appreciate his greatness

[@_Common_Logic_]

Semi-Pro wannabe here... Dad, you are wrong. Although the chord "Positioning" is the same, doing this is not "the same" as playing in front. Most people realize your picking hand needs clearance behind the back, but the fretting hand is actually the most affected. keeping the guitar body tilted and away from your body obviously also tilts the neck. you can't just detach your wrist and wrap your hand around the guitar neck to put it in your usual chording position. Your entire positioning is thrown off along with the usual leverage which affects your strength, speed, reach, dexterity and articulation. You lose a lot of your leverage on that hand, and if you've learned ANYTHING about SRV and his set-up, you'll know that he played ridiculously heavy strings set unusually high from the neck. It took a gritty guitarist to play his set-up in the normal position... It would take a MONSTER to play it behind the back. Fill a 5 gallon pail with water and hold it to your chest. It's heavy, right?... Now extend your arms and hold that same full bucket at at arms-length in front of you. Enjoy the torn muscles!. See the difference positioning and leverage make? You said this was a trick for "People that don't know how to play guitar" when in reality, everyone who'd PLAYED one knows how impressive this was.

[@brianrussell6570]

Steve used the heaviest gauge strings on the market

[@3SeveredHeads]

SRV is the GOAT!! Ur son is TOTALLY CORRECT about playing behind the back...SRV also played each time differently so theres lots of the same song done a million different ways! A total genius who unfortunately was killed in 1990 leaving a gig in helicoptor crash age 35....he has an older brother Jimmy who got him into guitar n jimmy still plays...btw SRV was better than most pros by the age of 14

[@jerrypaul9712]

Listen to Hendrix’s original version 😊

[@Blue-qr7qe]

Agree. Hendrix was SRV's idol comming up, so this is, in part, homage. If you're ignorant of the original, you won't get the same appreciation of SRV's work, here. In fact, listening to the entire Electric Ladyland album by Hendrix, 'cause, no offense, i get the sense you guys don't really have an awareness of Hendrix's genius, and why a player as phenomenal as SRV would want to cover his music. Just sayin'.

[@markvaars37]

@@RLfromTexas1 I have to agree. Im sorry I just think stevie did a way better job with this song

[@claireburling8547]

I'm with you kid. It's NOT the same thing. You seem to have a better grasp on greatness! Can't wait to see Grandma.

[@zoniekat]

I think Stevie has a very interesting voice, and I always look forward to hearing him sing. I don't think he sings enough. I'm a fan of the young man. I have a lot of respect for his maturity and excellent taste. And, major BS that it's just as easy to play behind the back. If that was true there would be a lot others doing it!!! That's ridiculous. I've seen a lot of guitarist, and SRV is the only one playing behind his back. Dad is wrong about a lot. I've seen other reactions from you and the kid gets it. He gets music. He's awesome. Dad does one thing right - he's doing a fine job raising this outstanding kid. Bravo!

[@Yesquire0]

SRV has a fine blues voice, much better than average for a blues guitarist who tries to sing on top of playing a great blues guitar.

[@sammybeck7794]

You are right. This is a Jimi Hendrix song. Stevie Ray Vaughan did this song Justice. He played it pretty close to the way Jimi did but with that Stevie Ray Vaughan Flair. That's what I call game showing respect to Jimi Hendrix

[@williamcabell142]

Not great...he is the GOAT!!! 😎✌️Dad, the bands alright? Double trouble is one of the greatest rhythm sections ever. He died in a helicopter crash. His voice is a great blues voice. Dad...come on you aren’t that well informed. Listen to your son, he is more insightful then you.

[@stevemartin4249]

SRV is great ... but Can't break new ground again. Nothing beats the original Jimi Hendrix.

[@DSBac]

Playing behind your back is not the same as in the front. You want to play the right notes in both situations, but it's harder behind your back. The coordination is trickier and you can't look down and see exactly where your finger are on the fret board at any given moment. Think about how hard it would be to play other instruments behind your back (like a violin or the drums or something like that). Some instruments would be harder than others, you'd have to practice a lot to get the same result as you would doing it the normal way.

[@brigittejohnson9120]

He was THE guitar player...have u watched the video of his SOUND CHECK he just woke up and as a SOUND CHECK is Monday blowing!

[@Blue-qr7qe]

Hendrix was SRV's idol comming up, so this is, in part, homage. If you're ignorant of the original, you won't get the same appreciation of SRV's work, here. In fact, listen to the entire Electric Ladyland album by Hendrix, 'cause, no offense, i get the sense you guys don't really have an awareness of Hendrix's genius, and why a player as phenomenal as SRV would want to cover his music. Just sayin'.

[@cliffmitchell3826]

Stevie Ray was one of the best.

[@fatherandsonreactions]

Sure was! What a shame he had to leave us so soon -S

[@cliffmitchell3826]

@@fatherandsonreactions I remember the day it happened and what I was doing when I got the news who died in a helicopter crash.

[@BLU3CrossF1r3]

You gonna react to more Stevie Ray Vaughan.. RIP 🙏

[@PowderedToastMan420]

Hendix said that Stevie was better. SRV=GOAT.

[@fatherandsonreactions]

Did he really say that? That’s awesome! -S

[@toshibautoob]

@@fatherandsonreactions NO, he never said that. Stevie was only 16 years old when Hendrix died.

[@fatherandsonreactions]

Thanks for the inform Robert! I’ll look it up right now! -S

[@petem.3719]

Hendrix never said that but I do. Hendrix was an innovator. SRV was a virtuoso. Hendrix was a 69 Ferrari. SRV was a 2022 Lambo

[@ella5319]

SRV was just the best, you need to explore his music & his story. "Texas Flood" played at the Presidential Inaguration Party of George H. Bush, just electrifying. There never will be another SRV.

[@Fubbernutt]

Playing behind the back isn't harder technically, but it takes a lot of strength to hold the guitar up off the back of your shirt and play at the same time. It makes it really hard on the picking hand, even if the fretting hand is mostly the same. The difficulty comes more from the awkwardness of the position.

[@quiltie1774]

Dad you are dead wrong!

[@Tbirdhaynes]

If you’re gonna cover Jimi Hendrix you better be worthy and he was! When he came along the blues genre was dying and he single handily revived it. I was so lucky to have seen him TWICE!

[@johnwjr7]

On Monday, August 27, 1990, at 12:50 a.m. (CDT), Vaughan and members of Eric Clapton's touring entourage played an all-star encore jam session at Alpine Valley Music Theatre in Alpine Valley Resort in East Troy, Wisconsin. They then left for Midway International Airport in Chicago in a Bell 206B helicopter, the most common way for acts to enter and exit the venue, as there is only one road in and out, heavily used by fans. The helicopter crashed into a nearby ski hill shortly after takeoff. Vaughan and the four others on board-pilot Jeff Brown, agent Bobby Brooks, bodyguard Nigel Browne, and tour manager Colin Smythe-were all killed. The helicopter was identified as being owned by Chicago-based company Omniflight Helicopters. Initial reports[by whom?] of the crash inaccurately claimed that Clapton had also been killed in the accident.

[@sylviapotter6328]

I'm not sure you noticed because it's hard to tell but had the end when he rips a string off and puts his hands out and makes that face, he actually broke a string and still played the ending and you would have never known.

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

You’re right...his hands are in the same position when it’s behind his back...I’ve been playing for yrs and at that point it’s just muscle memory...still to do it like SRV, which NOBODY ever has, or will is mind blowing

[@TheBlaster54]

Stevie Ray Vaughn was your favorite guitarist’s favorite guitarist. He was to guitar playing what Neil Peart was to percussion.

[@daveenglish2358]

What time is that vid paused at? I think I recognize a couple of old friends.

[@leafsfan1728]

SRV...simply one of the greatest! His guitar tone was incredible!! I would love to request some Jimi Hendrix tracks but unfortunately most of his studio stuff is non-existent on KZbin. It's mostly poor quality live versions.

[@samuelwest6435]

Legend!! Surprisingly, I don't have too much to say about SRV 😂 he speaks for himself. Wait, wait LOL your little argument over backwards guitar playing was hilarious. When, y'all both decided to stop fighting about it but then started back arguing again it made me audibly laugh 😅 I almost spit my drink out. As a guitarist myself, I understand what F is saying, the way you hold your fingers position does not change reguardless of of if you are playing the guitar normally, behind your back, over the shoulder of whatever. Your muscle memory still works the exact same. HOWEVER, as S said only extremely skilled guitarist can pull off tricks like this. Because the act of holding a guitar in a strange way with your body can easily throw off the way your brain is processing playing. Until, your skill surpasses the novelty of changing the way the guitar is held. Plus picking is a little different because you have to hold your hand so that your body doesn't mute the strings. I've never been able to do it, I just have very talented friends that I've had the good fortune to have had explain these things to me. So, My answer... Is you're both right. You may continue arguing ☺

[@samuelwest6435]

Hey, do me a favor and put a hold on any of my song picks please. I wanna find something that will just blow your socks off I'm every catagory... I'm a bit gun shy after Weezer.

[@fatherandsonreactions]

Oh yea that weezer didn’t really do much for us. Totally appreciate you requesting and please do not be gun shy. Also , we will continue to give honest opinions and reactions on the page because it’s so much fun ! Thanks so much for watching us !! F

[@fatherandsonreactions]

Think I will start on him again about it when he gets home from school ! Haha F

[@samuelwest6435]

😂😂😂

[@Rick-or2kq]

Was killed in helicopter crash leaving after a show in August of 1990. Pilot error!

[@fatherandsonreactions]

That’s terrible! -S

[@bewl2641]

Behind the back is an order of magnitude harder to play than the orthodox way. Your fretting hand's wrist (left hand) will have trouble with its flexibility to reach your fingers across the fret board for some lower register chords, especially playing as fast as he was. On the other side (right hand), not only does he have to keep the rhythm with his strumming and soloing, he has to hold the guitar away from his back so his strings aren't muted against his pants/shirt/body. That restricts his strumming hand's movement capabilities. I have yet to see ANYONE do it as well and as effortlessly as SRV.

[@markwambolt2820]

Hey Patrick...I had the great fortune to see SRV live & it was a Concert I will never forget. It was 1989, after he was clean & sober & he played for probably 3+ hours...Best Concert I've ever seen & I'm 62. Double Trouble is SO UNDERRATED...So tight were they with Stevie, keepin' up with everything he did. I am not sure if we'll ever see such a guitar force again...His passion & talent are just hard to put into words & he had a great voice for the Blues!

[@ronaldbaker6089]

Well said Patrick 👍

[@SSPVideo]

You guys watch some more SRV and then you will really realize how special he was and is missed.

[@Real_LiamOBryan]

I used to play a lot of S.R.V. stuff, including behind the back, it is much more difficult because your left arm doesn't want to move right and you have to be able to play it from muscle memory, without looking, in order to play it well. It's very difficult. It's not a huge difficulty leap from playing it in front of you, but the difficulty definitely goes up. Also, it takes a lot of hand strength to get it behind your back because you are only holding it by the neck, with your off hand, while you are trying to reattach your strap. You also have to hold the guitar off of your back. The real shocker is that he plays better behind the back than most people play in front of them. Also, he never played a song the same way twice. If you watch a different video of the same song, then you will notice the difference. Okay, I'm going to quit rambling. I just love S.R.V. so much. He died in the late 80's early 90's (in his 30's).

[@kens32052]

Look out Stevie is going to break some strings. He only broke 2 strings this time lol. If it's so easy to play behind your back why haven't I seen any other guitarist play behind their back.

[@gerargonzalez2933]

react to SRV Texas flood live el Mocambo. awesome

[@lobotomizedjellyfish2171]

Go search out and find Hendrix slaying this song at woodstock. Actually, go find him doing his entire set at woodstock!

[@doobiedave9686]

You guys should check out Scuttlebuttin' by Stevie Ray if you want to see some killer guitar played at light speed, lol. 👍✌️

[@dougneill6476]

SRV Was a guitar monster! Nobody else that ever picked up a guitar could play a Jimi Hendrix song (voodoo child) behind his back, and I mean nobody. He also used gorilla strings .013 gauge to .060 also tuned to eb also. Did you notice that he can bend them like they were plastic? He also broke them all the time, Eric Clapton will tell you flat out SRV was the man.....RIP GOAT

[@moefeaux1442]

SRV died in a helicopter crash in 1990 I believe right after he straightened out his life from his addiction problems. R.I.P. Everyone when watching SRV is fixated on him alone unfortunately for his tight band, Double Trouble. No need to explain. Another rabbit hole to consider is Led Zeppelin. Start with "Since I've Been Loving You".

[@markwambolt2820]

Double Trouble ( Triple Threat with the addition of Reese on Keyboard) was top notch!

[@johnosenbaugh2250]

He died in a helicopter crash. Eric Clapton was supposed to be with him, but cancelled at the last minute. I still remember when they announced his death, I pulled over on the shoulder and cried!

[@billyreno8221]

SRV actually has a great voice check out some of his other videos

[@AXXXDEAN]

Check out Texas Flood live by him

[@masterplanedofff]

Sorry guys, don’t think that I don’t like Eddie van Halen and Alex Lifeson and other cool, stately guitarists. BUT wait a minute ... Stevie Ray Vaughan, one of two - three the best guitarists in history. At all. In the past, present, future. And he will remain in his place forever and ever. My choices are Hendrix, Stevie Ray, Clapton. These guys are all number one. And not one of them is better than the other.

[@treborjones6803]

I agree with those 3 but add joe satriani steve vai and yngwie as other untouchables

[@armadillotoe]

At a certain level there is no best. There is only best at what they do, best for the mood you are in, best for what you love. That being said, Stevie Ray is the best I have ever seen, and I have seen some great guitarist.

[@PowderedToastMan420]

That Fender has some miles on it. LOL

[@pcraig1383]

He idolized Jimi Hendrix and reached the same level of musicianship. When you get this good it ain't about whose 'best', it's strictly preference. He learned a lot from Jimi Hendrix would tap out melodies on the fret board while accompanying himself with rhythm strokes at the Pick ups.

[@jamesdennison6924]

SRV was and still is the best blue guitarist of all time . And no most guitar players can't play behind their back as good as they can with it in the front . The same with Jimi Hendrix.

[@benwhittington2164]

Try out Texsd Flood Nd Cuoubnt Stand the Wearher. He burns both up. SRV was born in Dallas Texas, and died in a helicopter crash in 1991. He is the greatest.

[@marklavely3441]

Try listening to " Texas Flood" A great performance. The live version on Shout Factory is great.

[@PowderedToastMan420]

Double Trouble aint to shabby either.

[@joeybecker781]

SRV definitely top 5.. All the great guitarists are old or have passed. Kids are to distracted by video games these days.

[@michaeldevereux9208]

To say that playing the guitar forward is the same as playing it behind your back is insane. If it was that easy, everyone would do it. Name me another guitar player who did this?

[@dennishinkle5010]

Try studio version of Change It.

[@Nightwatchman53]

Texas Flood (live version)... check it out.