Eric Gales - Little Wing - Dublin Whelan’s 2017

[@Upside_Down_Guitar_Guy]

The jazzy interpretation, the sweet runs he does in the beginning, the beautiful reharmonization of the chords, and then to top it off I was not expecting a voice that rich. Absolutely incredible version.

[@kujo5998]

So funny, i was about to say the opposite. Would be SO COOL if he just played the main licks of the song, especially the intro, the way it was written… And do his noodling in the middle or at the end. The way it was written is SO MUCH more beautiful than what he played there… There’s nothing anyone can do to make that song sound better. Anything you add or subtract diminishes it. There’s only a few songs like that. And this is one… Too bad

[@modobomber]

This brought tears to my eyes.... not since SRV has someone brought such soul and passion to this song. This right here is another great that is standing on Hendrix's shoulders. Long live Eric Gales!

[@Auxifyz]

Oooo listen to Eric Tessmer's he has a very blues and chill voice but STRONG guitar playing

[@pillcosby872]

Very great way to put it srv brings so much soul to the song and Eric really adds his own thing to it he does a wonderful rendition

[@sgorneau]

As much as Eric shines here (and he surely does) ... that bass is pure, thick sauce on those tasty chops

[@CorePathway]

Damn, son. You just made me hungry.

[@tiago2336]

@X X lol you are right, he is better xD

[@theguitarsosa]

A guitarist is NOTHING without the best bass and drum players-- and specifically those two accompanists. Why do you think John Mayer, Joe Pass, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimmy Page, Clapton were so adamant about who they play with in their core. If the rhythm section can't follow the performance is garbage.

[@buxycat]

@@theguitarsosa When guitarist Peter Green formed a band, he named it after who he wanted the drummer and bass player to be, Mick Fleetwood and John McVie. McVie was in another band at the time too.

[@Connie-B]

I normally don't like anyone doing any of Jimi's versions, but this guy takes it and runs with it. Jimi was wanting to go in the direction of a more jazz approach before he died. I think he'd like this. There's several Hendrix tribute artists out there, but this guy is his own persona. Good going!

[@KaninTuzi]

Agree. Playing Hendrix while trying to sound just like the recordings is the least Hendrix thing one could do

[@DBlairMusic]

Agreed, besides that Eric is anything resembling a Jimi impersonator. Not that that’s what you were saying, but just pointing out 👍 This man is closer to Jimi’s peer than a fan

[@Connie-B]

@@DBlairMusic Oh, I totally agree with you!! He is influenced by Jimi and if Jimi were around today he would be absolutely thrilled with him and what direction he has gone with his music. It was so hard for Jimi to do his own thing as people and management had him blocked into his old stage antics and note by note stuff. He wanted so badly to go this direction where he could be free with his music and style. Peer would be completely correct. No way would I ever imply Gales was any type of impersonator. :-)

[@TheBatugan77]

@@KaninTuzi 👍👍👍

[@Clynikal]

Yeah these hacks like SRV and god…. Fucken lounge chair musicians.

[@hazor777]

His ability to bend the melody to any song , is unlike any other guitar I've seen. He takes a lot of chances and seems to always land on his feet.

[@BigPinner-Jake]

He’s got a case of the Jimi’s

[@BigPinner-Jake]

100% sick

[@jjmah7]

Let’s not overlook his voice here, unreal how talented this guy is.

[@barristanselmy2758]

Yes he's talented. He does have a very clean tone. Great technical ability. I don;t find him to be amazing. But i would stop and listen to him on the street.

[@ultranacional6171]

@@barristanselmy2758 i would stop and kick your ass on the street

[@IvefoundthetruthonMay]

@@ultranacional6171 Count me in as well

[@rulisa1131]

@@ultranacional6171 😂😂 Thank you, kind sir. I'd stop and help you on the street

[@emresimsek7394]

I don't like his voice but he's guitar skills like a god

[@BoGuest2571]

The amount of different styles Eric Gales incorporates into one piece and the way he transitions into each one and molds them together as if they're one is absolutely mind blowing to me

[@melaniefayemusic]

love love love how he threw the wah pedal in there for just a brief but beautiful moment

[@YaoEspirito]

If Melanie Faye likes it, it's real👆🏾

[@shmigme]

Jimi would be so proud

[@ghostbear200123]

Damned Right on the flipped Fender.🎸😎

[@dariusewing6962]

Facts!

[@dariusewing6962]

And BB King as well...

[@finckel2682]

@@dariusewing6962 Or, who knows, Albert King?

[@finckel2682]

I think Eric is a reincarnated Jimi. Only difference is that Eric didn't need to restring his guitar.

[@bsdaldal]

I've watched Eric Gales playing this very song a hundred times and each time he finds new approachs and notes to blow my mind. Pure gold. Thanks for this upload!

[@sunhearth]

wedge antilles thank you so much ! I’m still watching this version again and again. Eric the Fantastic ! More videos soon.

[@machorandingo164]

imo, he's almost on the level of a myles davis. he could record a new album at each show with the same songs and no two versions would be the same. he is a modern master.

[@sunhearth]

Absolutely right !

[@colaboytje]

One of the best and most underrated guitar players. This man deserves arena's. His chords and the clarity... just genius. He really makes a song his own. And his band is equally amazing.

[@Jake-pd9pm]

Is he Playing without restringing the right way!?!?!?!?!?!? HOLY SHIT

[@thomaseatspomus]

How have I just heard of this guy?? Thank you, KZbin algorithms! The most natural, fluid guitar playing I’ve seen in ages. So refreshing, yet he’s been around for decades. I’ve got some catching up to do...

[@gottadutch]

Have you seen the kid Kingfish Ingram play yet??? Fantastic stuff!!! Check him out if you don't know who he is

[@neuralmanacle]

Jimi is not gone, his spirit lives through many like Eric.

[@kodiakandgrizzlybears3787]

He never existed.

[@dougsmith1622]

Nuhh?

[@Max-dr6rz]

@@kodiakandgrizzlybears3787 wtf?

[@jackieclark8253]

@@kodiakandgrizzlybears3787 ...you mean just like your channel content,with videos of you playing? 😂😂

[@chriscortez7010]

love this Arjun...

[@CT_Marine]

I grew up with my stepdad as a close friend of Eric’s since they were kids and I use to love watching Eric just jam on an acoustic guitar back in the day just sitting around the living room as a kid.

[@agetan9302]

Holy cap he's amazing

[@henryfrost8542]

Refreshing version. Original guitarist. Musical colours flying out of his fingers.

[@omarevans2080]

Henry Frost we can thank Eric for bringing Jimi to kids my age cause just about every young Guitarist plays the Eric gales version

[@Gianluca.3]

Eric Gales is an absolute genius, paired with Cody Wright on bass, well... those two become absolutely unreachable, unattainable,! I love them so much! Is anyone aware of anything similar?

[@tambert3897]

he has the soul it takes to play these songs.

[@mirageguitar]

Eric’s ears and sense of timing are immaculate! Bass player and drummers also step up to the plate and provide solid backup! Such a rich musical conversation, for those with the ears to hear what’s going on!!

[@BFGALL]

Absolutely mind-blowing. Wow, the man is such an extra-ordinary talent, he is just one with the instrument. Something you really don't see often, his skills are out of this world!

I cried. That's so powerful.

[@YaoEspirito]

Try to catch him live. His spirit and goodwill are so strong, he just radiates.

[@runsk88]

i'm still holding it in haha

[@jazzy_rose4166]

the way he kept looking back at his beautiful wife is just golden. the way she smiled at him even made me blush! God bless their marriage.

[@travisolson4926]

what the hell, why did it take you tube 5 years to recommend this to me, stop depriving me of greatness

[@kovugreen]

Could listen to him play for hours. Jimi himself would love to play with this man!

[@calebmcconnell4554]

Wow, just heard about this guy 5 minutes ago. Incredible

[@YaoEspirito]

Catch him live. Every show is an electrifying experience.

[@jefflindeman]

Nice! You got some catchin' up to do. He's got like 20 albums out and a shitload of live magic on KZbin, so get to work! And enjoy!!!

[@danielrogers2470]

Eric is the greatest, he's already a guitar legend

[@Bowl2010Man]

Love the chord changes he made to this song. It’s amazing how he plays the guitar so fluently upside down

[@akasgsvirgil9503]

His phrasings are simply breathtaking.......

[@stevenjones9207]

I have watched you four 3 years please keep it up, for the sake of all of

[@micmac1121]

I have to say, Love that he covers others, but his songs are where the real strength is. look at his albums, when it's his band! That's the gift he gives! His music!

[@wiltner]

I was at this gig. One of the best I have ever seen.

[@chriscortez7010]

i envy you man

[@dryrubribs]

Eric owns this, those passing chords...nobody thought of playing it like this, not even Jeff B.

[@MRxr400]

wowzers. that is amazing. little snippets of original riffs but a truck load of inspirational playing

[@marianemeth4885]

Two weeks ago he went on the boards in Paks, and I was so lucky to listen to his concert. He's amazing. God bless him, and his guitar. Paks is little town in Hungary, but has a famous International Bluesfestival in every year. And we got the opportunity to know such a world star like him, Beth Hart, Josh Smith and so on. Come and see it next year, in July first week! :)

[@jeffantone352]

good to see you still have the same DRUMMER and BASSIST a solid back bone just like Jimi had

[@laz4erin]

I could listen to him forever...but seeing him play a right-handed axe upside down and left-handed is a serious mindbender; hehe. God bless Eric Gales - one of my faves.

[@hagzfisher4676]

Man! He Made That Microphone Cry When He Started Singing! And That Bass! Praise The Lord!!!!!!!

[@crimsontyger8576]

It's not just his incredible playing that gets me but also his range of truly beautiful sounds.

[@alfgwahigain5544]

Eric is such an original talent. So glad that he's back performing. What a gift to the world.

[@learn_live]

I think it's about time we start to include Eric Gales in the convo with Hendrix. He is just not a copycat note for note. . .he stands on his own, in oh vative. . . feel me?

[@BurgerGrabber]

his playing is a lot different than jimis. eric has a different sense of timing and musical ideas.

[@1973wildcatman]

World Class Virtuoso nothing against Hendrix he died so young but this cat is otherworldly

[@johncolic2269]

I've been having that conversation for years. : )

[@keitho3986]

he's one of a kind ! natural righty just flips the guitar ! What ? awesome . Class by himself

[@johncolic2269]

As a player, Gales is where Jimi was headed.

[@vladynho1]

Randomly clicked on this song, while trying to click a different one. I dont regret a single moment, from the first second he started playing, I felt Jimi's pressence. I feel so ashamed that I haven't heard about him until today. What a legend. I can also hear some John Mayer in his solo.

[@Jeff4014]

This cat is one of the best guitar Players in the world even with the guitar upsidedown and backwards....

[@boogermcphearson5338]

my buddy told me about Mr. Gales 5 mins ago, and holy hell i wanna be him when i grow up!

[@boogermcphearson5338]

@@handled-g3u nice shtpost!

[@mikeanderson7962]

No one will ever exist anywhere near the genius of Hendrix, but Eric occupies his OWN space like a boss!!!! Props to Mr. Gales!!!!!

[@averagejoe363]

Never will a better version of little wing ever be played again. Something magical happened at this performance. I’d be surprised if Gales could ever top it himself. But then again he never fails to prove me wrong

[@Aguilasaurus]

I had never heard of Eric Gales until now... holy good god... friggen incredible... Im going down a rabbit hole of fucking awesome music. JUst when I was loosing faith ... AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING!....

[@thebronzelion6585]

Crazy he ain't signed, he's an artist on a another level his own level always inventing himself. Can't way to see dude live oneday...

[@jamesf2918]

To cover this song 50 years after its initial release, after being played and covered by probably a million people, and to not only do all of that but make it relevant and amazing… That is just something else. This shit floored me.

[@nickspencer2207]

Can’t believe I’ve never heard of this guy before! This is one of the best version I’ve ever heard, and Mr. Gales is quickly becoming one of my favorite guitarists

[@ultiawesome]

How did I just now find this. Unreal

[@naobieeyendrembam1699]

A friend of mine suggested me to watch eric gales. I'm blown away by his skills now. I mean he's actually playing that upside down without changing the strings. Damn!

[@gtrdave]

Eric Gales is an American treasure to those who know and have heard him. A man who continues to grow and learn, who has an endearing hope and who plays guitar on a masterful level and with a style that is all his own. His rendition of this iconic song is proof of this.

[@syfman6]

One of my fav players. Love his clean, beautiful, melodic tones....great player!

[@delussusandra7518]

Man! You have Soul, you have Blues, you have Jazz, you have Funk, you have Simpaty!!!

[@csharpbnatural]

At 1:40 mark - GREAT lead-in chord!!!!! ERIC GALES is the TRUTH through the guitar!!!!!!

[@antoinepav]

What is this chord ?

[@ianmcmath92]

I discovered Eric Gales a couple years back and have been blown away every time I listen to him. He is a TREASURE and a TRIUMPH!

[@mike8610]

Eric is so talented. He totally takes a song like Little Wing that has been done 10 million times, but breathes something new into it each time. So creative and a clean player. Each note is so crystal clear. A true legend, and an underrated one at that.

[@Tomas-ot7be]

w0W!! Goosebumps! He just gets better and better. It's so beautiful you weep and so incredible you have to laugh out loud at the same time.

[@sunhearth]

Wow Tomas thank you. I’m super happy that you’ve enjoyed this video.

[@dennismclean9802]

True true

[@fadhilmohd6710]

Just close my eyes and listen to this rendition and as a result, wow! You dont need LSD to fly.. what an experience

[@matiasquiceno3237]

I watch this video religiously

[@stratman9449]

the way eric plays upside down does my head in......;-)

[@lazylion420]

Eric Gales is naturally right-handed, but he plays left-handed, even though the guitar he's using is right-handed and turned upside-down... Eric Gales is the Leonardo DaVinci of electric guitar.

[@GNJ1118]

My buddy that past away played the same way and was awesome. He was also born with a disability and couldn't walk since he was a kid. R.I.P ram

[@ephascus8974]

cmz8706 wtf

[@frankieconcepcion7860]

Theres alot of dudes who do that hahaa

[@lazylion420]

@@frankieconcepcion7860 yeah and most of them are nowhere near as good as Eric

[@frankieconcepcion7860]

Jimi and Doyle Bramhall II not as good as Eric? They're right on par id say @@lazylion420

[@noelwinslow6899]

I think Eric is the most exiting player out there, he has a wonderful depth to his understanding of melody and chords, his note choices are so snobby and it rocks, his execution is top shelf, he seems like a beautiful person and im sure he is, all the best Eric

[@gelonious1]

This is by far the best rendition I've ever heard of Little Wing. So funky and Tasty and yes that bass man is baaad too!

[@doctorj7112]

Every time he plays ANY song he always puts his OWN style into it. Thats what makes him great. #original

[@dinfulofsin8525]

ive been playing for over 35 years and watching this dude's hands playing the guitar upside down is freaking me out. great and very unique player. i love finding gems like this.

[@nickshaw6085]

Eric Gales IS love.

[@lopezb]

The real way to respect and honor and show our love for Hendrix is to fly off into the fields and rivers and mountains, building on his tune and licks but not a prisoner of any of it, taking risks and not caring a whit or a bit, creating music that is as new as the sun and as old as the moon or the smile of a child. Rock on, for us all, Eric! Thank you thank you.

[@alexcraig8543]

One of the most interesting and well performed interpretations of Little Wing. Eric Gales' style is raw genius.

[@ralphheeber8756]

I've seen some of the very best in 50 years and I did. Eric lifts me off the ground to a place I haven't been since Jimi. None of the others had the feel or touch Eric does. None came close. If the others have gone as high as the moon Eric travels the universe with the spirit of Hendrix. God bless him and his family.

[@sixtobuschiazzo8391]

He has Hendrix soul

[@TheGreatTomDix]

Well I have a new thing I'm obsessed with!

[@CammedFox]

Wow....floored. we are not worthy, Eric !!

[@franktaylor7978]

This is just fire. Beautiful. My goodness. God bless this man for taking something internal and spiritual and turning into sound for us to hear.

[@baqarhasan9743]

How is this guy not a superstar?? Mind = Blown

[@terryduncan5718]

People talk about Beck,Clapton,etc...they can't touch this guy in a million years...why don't we hear about Gales in the mainstream ??? Hes incredible!!

[@joshmusic9766]

I never did like clapton… maybe its because hes before my time… maybe because hes an idiot and covid denier… who knows

[@Iliveonthesecondfloor]

Or maybe your just an idiot.

[@jeremyhazard5249]

Has he wrote anything noteworthy? Let’s not forget that without those aforementioned greats, there wouldn’t be a song for him to cover. Think before writing silly things…

[@marcchrys]

Beck can't touch this guy? Hmm. There are MANY great guitarists..Eric Gales is certainly very good, but Beck has a unique feel and technique. Check out Beck playing Little Wing..it's a totally different sonic dimension

[@thevoeltzwagon]

@@marcchrys Yeah but beck always got stuck in traffic

[@mikeclarke6000]

Holy shit i’ve just discovered this dude and his band 👏

[@PatrickAllen]

I saw 'sublime version' in the description, and I was freaking out that Subilme did a cover! but no.....Eric Gale's arrangement is SUBLIME! thank you Eric Gale for bringing his sound to life for all of us to hear.

[@PatrickAllen]

4:20....my goodness....

[@YukonDan]

His tone is so raw. No where to hide!!!!

[@Max-dr6rz]

Love the licks at 1:20 and 0:35 as well as 0:43 and that 1:45 man even the simplest stuff he does is amazing, I knew about Eric gales since I started playing in 2019 and never bothered to listen to him til now, he is a phenomenal guitarist. I love the different styles he puts in this song, very different to jimi. he is so unique, he does some chromatic/jazzy runs and also adds new chords and voicings to the song and that r&b style of playing too.

[@montaguegroupservices3029]

Take a the astonishing achievement of the right handed, left handed upside player out of the equation. The man has soul, shear musical talent and music prowess running through his veins. Put simply....Amazing! Never stop Eric your the Don.

[@WytePac47]

Eric gales should do maggot brain or good thoughts bad thoughts by funkadelic

[@hermanhelmich]

Leon Huff Precies would be great

[@madefrom9]

I don't know man, Eric is an amazing player but I don't know if his style would translate well with Maggot Brain or any Funkadelic stuff. He over plays a lot of times and he doesn't stick to the pocket enough to do the George Clinton stuff. Now his style works very well to showcase his immense talent but some songs are just not going to sound as good with his interpretation. I think Maggot Brain is one of them. Call me crazy but....... 🙂

[@davidturnage3467]

Sure damn is!!!! But when isn't Eric Surrounded by top notch talent? Would be a clash otherwise!!! LOL

[@carlsmith1263]

Machine gun

[@UncleChillGuitar]

Gales is way beyond Eddie Hazel or anyone else that played with George Clinton.

[@Kazyman]

From a decent veteran lead guitarist: Eric is beyond amazing! LOVE how he finds a chord groove & hangs with it. Instead of a constant In-Your-Face lead, he takes us on avenues of expression, variety & rhythm. This guy should be a fave of worldwide arenas. LOVE the inverted guitar string style. I'm blown AWAY!

[@brianjames723]

How many colors can one get out of such a simple song? EG is a box of Crayolas. Amazing

[@isaiahvoorhees1096]

I just found this guy not 30 seconds ago from a youtube short this is what ive been missing in my life mr Hendrix would be so extremely proud one hell of a job brother one he'll of a job

[@arif9112]

Eric Gales is a national treasure. Protect him at all costs

[@dianacrow7509]

Lefty...smarter, wiser and distinct. Thank you, Mr. Gales (Sensational; on the Blues Cruise of 2019. Mr. Bonamassa was extraordinary...the ship of the Gifted.) Grateful 🙏

[@hllwn123]

these blues artist are so good

[@TheArtofGuitar]

Eric gets out of this world and takes us with him!

[@blzbob7936]

Jimi would love this guy!

[@alandavies6081]

You won't find a more complete player than this man, the best.

[@AlanLCon]

Best interpretation of this song I've seen. I love this song! #HendrixForever

[@ttexas1963]

As good as it is, and it is very good, Stevie Ray's version still gets me Everytime.

[@gsmeeuwsen]

Utterly AMAZING!!!!!!!! This guy ALWAYS plays the most interesting stuff...

[@sunhearth]

Many thanks to all of you guys ! Your comments make us discover how fantastic is this masterpiece played by Gales !

[@davidturnage3467]

Wow!!! Haven't watched this video in like a month............I'm blown away like the first time!!!!!!!

[@DanishBall123]

Wow! Amazing! And he’s playing the guitar upside down! Amazing!

[@ev25zv]

It's not like he flipped his guitar over for the gig.

[@peterattilanagy_nap983]

He's lefthanded and upside down.

[@YaoEspirito]

@@peterattilanagy_nap983 He's actually right-handed.

[@davidlawrence5]

It don't mean a thing.... and Gales has swing! Loved this funky version and big props to the man on bass. He's been killin' it at all shows. WOOF!

[@너네알빠대로생각해라]

와 ..;; 감탄밖에 안나오네 ㅠ srv이후로 리틀윙 커버한거중에 젤좋다

[@stevetrivago]

Agreed

[@imissnepal]

I completely agree

[@TheWinwil]

What the......? Just discovered this guy and I happen to be in the right country in the right place at the right time to see him later this month for 20 bucks! I love America that you can still see one of the greats in an intimate setting the way gigs should be. Pure art and musicianship of the first order. Here quoting Hendrix unmistakably and beautifully but totally making it his own and taking us on a journey full of interest, surprises and beauty with mindblowing technique and a wonderful band. Thank you brother. When will the world wake up this man deserves alot more attention than he does?

[@jillbettini2668]

I just discovered him tonight!!! He's coming to my area this coming Friday! What are the odds of that coming together? I just found him through a Beth Hart video. Comes from a multitalented family of guitarists! Unreal!!!

[@davidturnage3467]

You understand how lucky you are, that's awesome! Love how you appreciate the intimate setting too. I live in North Carolina and haven't experienced one of his shows yet! Think I might be jealous!!!!

[@roofuss61]

A friend turned me on to his first cd back in the 90's. Very talented man. Look up the first song from that cd called Resurrection!!

[@ralex3697]

On another planet Absolute genius this man is

[@jordanraney3681]

How to be good at guitar: Step 1 - be named Eric

[@pippipster6767]

Or Jimi / Jimmy.

[@levibailey6256]

Or Tommy

[@finckel2682]

Or Mark.

[@henryvg8825]

@@finckel2682 Mark Letteri?

[@יונתןזך]

or Steve (Steve Vai, Steve Hackett, Steve Howe, Stevie Ray Vaughan...)

[@MarkTBeasley]

Eric is simply an a AMAZING MUSICIAN! Love to listen and watch him preform. He is absolutely in a class all by himself.