These are some of the most strangely relaxing videos. It's like a PBS show from an alternate universe where rock still mattered and the promise of the 60s was never quite extinguished. Just a couple of guys very, very slowly restoring Mike Bloomfield's guitar. (Powerful metaphor in its own right for never giving up on the music, I think.) I just woke up and my iPad was on the floor, my headphones were wrapped around my face. I had fallen asleep. I picked up the iPad and unlocked it: "Oh. Right."
@davidschwartz51277 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree what you see is what you get unlike PBS's historical rewrites for political correctness sad to say.
@DaigoParry6 жыл бұрын
As relaxing as Bob Ross
@jgmiller8046 жыл бұрын
NutritionalZero I was just thinking it’s like This Old House but with guitars. There are a lot of channels on youtube all about restoration and such. They are very relaxing as you said. Something about competent people fixing things and solving problems is something the world needs more of.
@SonicArchives5 жыл бұрын
He ripped me off, he is not a nice person
@SonicArchives5 жыл бұрын
@@DaigoParry he is a crook, please send my guitar back already moron had it for over a year
@tMatt5M8 жыл бұрын
Dan is a national treasure!
@fanoboss8 жыл бұрын
+tMattLZ So is Eric , LOL
@tMatt5M8 жыл бұрын
Fano More He's not old enough yet to be one.
@fanoboss8 жыл бұрын
I disagree but I do respect your opinion
@deweypug8 жыл бұрын
I'd sweep the floors of Dan's shop just to hang around with him!
@1948steven7 жыл бұрын
I'll bring the donuts
@rafaeloda5 жыл бұрын
I'll take out the trash!
@FlogehtaufsKlo5 жыл бұрын
I will hand the tools to him
@jasbradbur5 жыл бұрын
Ill clean everything not in the floor
@victorrene38525 жыл бұрын
Who would kiss his butt?
@tatethompson12345 жыл бұрын
I've watched all these Bloomfield tele videos, just because I'm in awe that it was his tele. It's not right that he ain't still with us. Some people are destined to never get old and he was one of them. A tortured soul who gave the world so much and took so little in return. I hope wherever he is, he's at peace. I'm in my 20's, and this man still inspires generations and always will.
@goodun29745 жыл бұрын
Tate Thompson, Jesse Edwin Davis was another one who ended up as a tragedy, similar to Mike Bloomfield. And then there's Danny Gatton, and Roy Buchanan as well. Telecaster players all....
@U014B8 жыл бұрын
9:36 I CAN BREATHE FOR THE FIRST TIME I love the Yakety Sax montage, too.
@phanCAbe4 жыл бұрын
Ex-instrument repairman here. See how much quality work is being put into this job and how much experience these two guys have...now imagine how much they're being paid to do it. Yeah now you see why quality repairmen are hard to find - you'll need another income to make ends meet nowadays.
@dale88095 жыл бұрын
I can't stop binge watching these videos. They are done really well and show a true Craftsman at work.
@budgetguitarist8 жыл бұрын
If it weren't for Dan Erlewine's videos on KZbin, I'd have never had the courage to learn how to do my own fretwork. And my story is not unique. Thanks, Dan!
@jedishaw67712 жыл бұрын
You are right! I live in the UK, been doing guitar work for years, read everything written by Dan! Amazing guy!!!
@bv59804 жыл бұрын
What I like the most about this video is the tools and knowledge. Dan’s shop is my dream come true
@andrewsmith15208 жыл бұрын
I had forgotten for a second that I was watching a short(ish) Stew Mac video and that I wasn't watching a full how too video... When the guitar showed up at the end finished without getting to see the in between steps I was really disappointed, and then I remembered, "Oh yeah, this was free and WAY longer than a regular Stew Mac video". Then I was grateful for what I did get to see... Thanks for sharing Dan!
@RonaldCid3 жыл бұрын
Respect to Mike Bloomfield...Thanks for the great video RC
@MichaelSorensen-bl3ec11 ай бұрын
Dan and the entire StewMac team have taught me so much. The tools and techniques Dan has invented for repair work are excellent. Thank you, guys!
@charlie-obrien4 жыл бұрын
All four videos in this series of refretting Mike Bloomfield's Tele are excellent. Dan shows the work and gives little history lesson along the way. From start to finish it was a joy to watch an learn from such an accomplished expert.
@insanusvir7 жыл бұрын
The first time I watched this video, almost everything was lost on me. Watching all the Bloomfield videos plus some I can really appreciate how awesome this is. It's a privilege to watch, thank you.
@XimenaZhaoArchive2 жыл бұрын
Oh the big cup of tea is my favorite part! Pops can really jam, too!
@Skizze376 жыл бұрын
Dan has such a gentle touch in his playing- how sweet.
@southernmonkey648 жыл бұрын
Dan sir,you are without any doubt whatsoever! AMAZING! Thank you for sharing!
@tedmiller17455 жыл бұрын
I find myself mesmerized with all of your videos. I dabble in guitar playing but watching these videos and trying to comprehend your genius work make me smile!
@Troy_nov19657 жыл бұрын
Loved all the videos on the Bloomfield Tele , excellent work and what a piece of music history it is.
@Whitehawkvisionfilms8 жыл бұрын
Can't possibly say enough about how much I enjoyed watching this!
@tombisesti58167 жыл бұрын
I love these guys! There's nothing better than watching master craftsmen plying their trade. Thanks for letting us watch.
@kean10c4 жыл бұрын
Mr. Erlewine palying us out with Got My Mojo Workin on Mike's guitar put a huge smile on my face.
@anthonyskellern59708 жыл бұрын
Unmissable! I always look forward to Dan's adventures in the workshop. This is Old School craftsmanship on a world-class level
@joachimschranzhofer55668 жыл бұрын
just amazing to see to what lengths of effort and detail a real master of the craft will go to preserve a unique instrument. Very inspiring...
@RandyFricke8 жыл бұрын
I love watching Dan work. He's so generous.
@mttclifford8 жыл бұрын
easily one of the most amusing and informative videos ever. one can really feel the reverence that Dan has for this historic guitar. Also the lengths he goes to in order to preserve the significance of the Bloomfield Tele
@ericheine24147 жыл бұрын
I got my first book by Dan on how to repair and maintain electric guitars when I was 17. Thanks for your continuing contribution Dan.
@thecableguy14148 жыл бұрын
Fantastic job Dan and Eric!
@modelleg5 жыл бұрын
I don’t play guitar, don’t own a guitar, but think your videos are just terrific, engaging, fascinating. Kudos to you for sharing your technical prowess and love for these instruments. Wonderful!
@Silent_Stillness7 жыл бұрын
God it's so soothing to watch someone competent do this kind of work!
@neutrodyne6 жыл бұрын
Dan's videos are always great. I enjoy it when he plays at the end. I really like the playing at the end of this video as it has a mysterious Bass player playing on it along with the 2 guitars.
@rodneysmart97746 жыл бұрын
Great to hear you guys play. I'm a carpenter and my fascination with guitar construction is what got me started playing. These videos are a real treat.
@bucknuts67623 жыл бұрын
Dan and his crew are a treasure of knowdledge when it comes to working on guitars and we respect all of you for sharing your expertise on guitar repair, thank you for sharing your video's that you put out
@Bcarn19984 жыл бұрын
This guy's grandkids are blessed
@MrMikecd18 жыл бұрын
Not only informative about the work, but about Mike Bloomfield and very entertaining as well! Loved the time elapse with Eric playing while Dan finished the fretting. Hope my frets some of that love someday!!!
@mikeraz5943 жыл бұрын
Great playing Dan
@LRS9055 жыл бұрын
This is simply amazing, the level of care and dedication from Mr. Erlewine. What a damn cool bunch of tools, would love to have a shop like that!
@mattsmart7057 жыл бұрын
I'm on my 2nd video. Firstly your Tele body repair, now this. I've been smiling right through. Looking forward to more of your uploads. Thank you sir! ✌🏼️😊🇬🇧
@brenthann26235 жыл бұрын
i cant play an instrument nor would i have the patients to work on one, but i absolutely love to watch your videos. you are a true master at your craft.
@HeadLikeARock5 жыл бұрын
I love the attention to detail of these guys. Wish I'd chosen to be a luthier when I was younger!
@tr33m00nk6 жыл бұрын
Great production!: to the point, clear explanations, excellent videography, humor - it's all there! Your videos are among the BEST ON THE NET!
@NKBobcat4 жыл бұрын
Dan, you are a national treasure. Because you’re sharing all of your great skills, we all can be better guitar techs.
@nigelsmith49488 жыл бұрын
You two are so cool, just love watching you work, so skilled and such experience. Thank you
@chazz-j19948 жыл бұрын
I think Dan likes this guitar, considering its been in nearly every video for the past 4 months
@nickfanzo8 жыл бұрын
I love it too. I want it. lol
@Chrispbacon946 жыл бұрын
Well he can literally say it’s the guitar that started his love of blues. To be able to work on a guitar like that and be able to have such an extensive look is an honor all these years later. You can still apply the information to your own work. He’s taking us on that journey with him.
@cuscoothriyas51636 жыл бұрын
Mike was a personal friend of Dan, he probably felt a sense of attachment to it too
@gcapeletti6 жыл бұрын
There is no such thing as too many videos when it comes to a piece of history like this.
@DiscoScottie6 жыл бұрын
Giovani Capeletti - damn straight. Can't get enough of this magical Tele.
@reefreacher2stevemiller245 жыл бұрын
I just cant stop watching. My father has a woodshop and nothing has been used. I'm so glad I landed here.
@nickfischer73745 жыл бұрын
It's so comforting to watch you guys work! And I learn a lot from your videos, too. Thank you!
@richardhintonracing5 жыл бұрын
My goodness this is one of the most fascinating youtube tutorials I have ever chanced upon. Beautiful careful accurate considered work. Who ever knew so much precision went in to an electric guitar lovely equipment, materials and technique knowledge and experience - it is a great watch. Those of us with no musical ability look on with great envy. How wonderful it must be to pick up a guitar play a recognised tune perfectly and entertain people - a great gift coupled with a lot of hours of work and practice. Here in UK some of my favourite players are Hank Marvin Chris Rea Jet Harris, John Barry, Duane Eddy and a whole host more . Superb films keep it going
@robguitarwizard4 жыл бұрын
Could watch you do this all day. Brilliant.
@bristolfashion442118 күн бұрын
SO useful to watch & listen to, these guys, to learn about the way to approach work methodically and carefully. Many, many valuable lessons for me to try to absorb! Thanks so much, you folks 😊
@leftyfusion886 жыл бұрын
Nice looking floors in the new shop!! The attention to detail these guys take and their patience to perfection is honorable.
@ZAcKHINN8 жыл бұрын
Oh man that jam at the end was so good! Great stuff, thanks guys.
@sickb22008 жыл бұрын
7:38 I don't think those are certified safe shop footwear.
@LoganCartwright8 жыл бұрын
When you know what he knows, you can go bare-footen~~~~~~~& B way-cool.
@forrestcarroll93507 жыл бұрын
Yup, way cool when you break your toes. Granted I've only spent a lot of time in a metal shop, I don't feel like a guitar body dropped on your big toe is gonna feel nice. A nice pair of steel-toed Wolverines made me stop wearing any other brand of shoe.
@j_freed4 жыл бұрын
He wears steel toe boots for work on Norlin era instruments. And a back brace.
@jackjackattack91375 жыл бұрын
Bloomfield was a natural blues player, Dan you are lucky to have this in your most able hands ! I listen to Mike play Maggies farm at ' 65 newport as much as possible.Thx for sharing!!!!!!
@travelingman97638 жыл бұрын
Always great to see real musicians learn how to fix theirs and others axes very well!
@Eliac138 жыл бұрын
I love him! He's just so cool and collected!
@nickfanzo8 жыл бұрын
iconic guitar! loved that tone in the butterfield band.
@PlaguePriest885 жыл бұрын
This is one of my favorite videos on youtube. Dan and Erick are full of character.
@audiotechlabs46508 жыл бұрын
Thank you both for these priceless videos.I have a 83 Tele I will refret soon. Thankz
@harryodum55985 жыл бұрын
I was there to ! It was a GOOD SHOW and your repairing that guitar wow.....
@ThomasDeLello8 жыл бұрын
I like the way Dan plays that "I got My Mojo Workin'" lick there.
@howardwhitehead59274 жыл бұрын
A pleasure to watch a true conservator at work.
@philtron19697 жыл бұрын
Wow! I just found this video series and I'm captivated. Wonderful work by wonderful people. Thanks for sharing!
@tromeo7315 жыл бұрын
I suffer from depression and anxiety...Dan is a Lifesaver! Love his Vids!
@davegrier5233 жыл бұрын
Hey! Those safety sandals go great with the Benny Hill theme and the speed up! As a 30 year tradesman it is a validation of the pains I take to watch these masters at work. LOVE this channel.
@oldmate862 жыл бұрын
I love your patience and attention to detail. That’s about a 5hr job just putting in the frets when you account for the glue drying
@internetnow52437 жыл бұрын
How can anyone give Dan Erlewine a thumbs down? Silly. Awesome video!! Thanks for sharing your experiences. Most of us play guitar and don't know much about repair and building, so it's great stuff to learn from. Thanks, and double thanks!
@larrykeilman8 жыл бұрын
great series on the Bloomfield Telecaster! I loved every episode!
@ScrapwoodCity5 жыл бұрын
Wow, that was really awesome!
@MrMarceloSz8 жыл бұрын
Oh man!!!! Congrats from Brazil, Mr. Erlewine!!! Great work! Nice video. Thanks for sharing this.
@woodartberlin48528 жыл бұрын
i love this guy . sooo awesome and full of knowledge ! i bet he can build a guitar with closed eyes
@talbertwilgar36984 жыл бұрын
I've only recently discovered your Channel. And what a fantastic service you are doing. I have very much enjoyed Upgrading lower and guitars. I've never had the guts. To mess around with the Neck of the guitar too much. Thank you for your expertise
@StonefieldMusic8 жыл бұрын
One of the coolest Trade Secrets vids you've done. Thanks, I really enjoyed it.
@sm1tty0312 жыл бұрын
I love this channel. Its like This Old House for guitars. Id watch this on TV
@gw20315 жыл бұрын
That was a masterclass!! With the coolest guitar tech on the planet,what a dude. !!
@michaelr.48786 жыл бұрын
Dan is as big of a legend as this guitar is legendary. Tons of youngsters should be lining up to learn from Dan. His knowledge and expertise is amazing.
@tonykraft62053 жыл бұрын
My new favourite channel! When you put that first fret in - wow!
@stewmac3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! 👍
@drummerchappell5 жыл бұрын
My goodness this fella is something else boy, could watch you do this all day. And I’m a drummer, mainly.
@AgimLubonja8 жыл бұрын
Got my Mojo working! You are unbelievable!
@IsakKazazic8 жыл бұрын
Such dedication!
@icewaterslim72603 жыл бұрын
Nice fixture work.
@curioso55505 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your videos, I’m getting in to Luthier Jobs on my own guitars , I’m 20 years contractor doing construction but this is another realm
@jdod645 жыл бұрын
Holy hell, talk about rocket surgery. What beautiful attention to detail and so much care taken. Thank you for sharing it with us!
@red240red25 жыл бұрын
So relaxing but then I get excited by how insane the skill is with these guys! Some of my favorite content on KZbin!
@larsv.95968 жыл бұрын
Really great one. Thank you for sharing and all those wonderful stories too! Greetings from Norway!
@JakeSpeed10008 жыл бұрын
Great video. I greatly enjoy all of your vids. Thanks.
@godforbid956 жыл бұрын
God bless you Dan - from Seoul, Korea
@s19142 жыл бұрын
What a great vid, and sweet playing at the end too 👍
@talldude58418 жыл бұрын
Just goes to show, you can't beat experience. Period. Great vid. Loved it.
@bradauto3 жыл бұрын
Watching these guys is like meditation for me
@maddogdave46 жыл бұрын
Just found these videos but they are addictive viewing Dan's great
@pskemster6 жыл бұрын
Congrats on your move.
@denizdurdag8 жыл бұрын
Go for it pops :)
@seamanjive7 жыл бұрын
Wow, I really enjoyed this series of videos - Dan, you are a true artist !!! Thx
@MYEVILTWIIN7 жыл бұрын
I don't even play the guitar , but love watching these videos .... the benny hill theme tune during the sped up part ... brilliant !
@grantandrews48268 жыл бұрын
You guys have gotten exponentially better in front of the camera. This is awesome. :)
@naminnooman8 жыл бұрын
Loved this one a lot!
@Frank557 жыл бұрын
I have nothing with guitars (I even don't play guitar!), but your videos are very entertaining! Always like to see professionals who know what they are doing.
@MrBingping8 жыл бұрын
Forget the tele, that melody maker is beautiful. Love pelham
@whatsupmaniamme7 жыл бұрын
the end of the video made me want to cry... "i wish bloomfield was here to play this"... we all wish! these videos strangely had his "presence", i mean, think of all bloomfield's feelings that passed through this guitar in the years he played it, surely has a piece of him. Now i'm wishing they do some like this for buchanan's "nancy", hendrix's "blackie", SRV's "number one" and so on!!!
@garethgoodchild26432 жыл бұрын
Loved it too, especially when he launched into Got my mojo working!