The Captain Meets Tommy Emmanuel

[@andertons]

A note on recording Tommy's guitar: All the sound you hear from Tommy's guitar in this video comes from the pickup system in his Maton, recorded via the Direct Input on the AER Compact 60 (discussed at 54:35 - link in description). You may have noticed the microphone in front of the soundhole but it may not come as a surprise to learn that that's not particularly effective when there's a cover over the soundhole. Tommy covers the soundhole so he can get the most out of the microphone pickup by cranking it up (explained at 58:30).

[@mathevideos9909]

@MorbidManMusic mhm I think I trust Tommy a bit more on this topic. 😂😂

[@iainmcguire7190]

@MorbidManMusic nope. Sounds great

[@nicholaspalacio9672]

MorbidManMusic I know it’s a bluegrass/old school guy thing that “pickups are bad”. I’m a bluegrass player too. But this pickup sounds just fine. Tommy wasn’t about to take the strings off his guitar and take the soundhole cover out, nor should he have. There’s plenty of footage of his raw guitar, mic’d up.

[@andrewbutcher3391]

This man is an absolute genius. I can’t believe there are millions better than him....Another great interview Lee.

[@ThePiecesofMind]

@@nicholaspalacio9672 You don't have to take the strings off to remove the cover. I use a similar one and it's easy to remove with strings on. I agree pickup sounds fine.

[@EventHorizonPrdctns]

There needs to be a law that if you dislike this video you have to give an explanation.

[@andrewjenkinson8948]

It wasn't long enough.

[@fly1327]

Absolutely. Right now 38 folks have some 'spaining to do.

[@Z8_8Z]

A law with no strings attached whilst playing with fire? Yes our crime is we are all having a 'music love fest with good taste'. Amazing talent!

[@rickyjones7282]

Anybody who dislikes this is either deaf or a gangster rap tosser or even a football fan!!!

[@nextgenfootball69420]

Hardcore Justin beiber and lil pump fans

[@T3L3cast3r]

Tommy Emmanuel is the reason I play bass :)

[@dharleyfan1]

lol, that's funny, good one. Tommy makes me want to use my guitar for firewood.

[@ThePERJURED]

@@dharleyfan1 if a world class player makes you want to burn your guitar, then what impact on you have bad players?

[@ramelix2287]

I was ur 100th like...

[@youwaisef]

When you realize he also plays bass... -_-

[@bunnynikkipeaches2442]

I JUST GOT THAT . LOL

[@simon_patterson]

"There are a million guys who can run rings around me". No Tommy, nobody can run rings around you when it comes to guitar. Nobody.

[@allgunsblazed9106]

I don't think guitarist should try to compare each other , especially when the styles are all so different.

[@budgetguitarist]

There's always someone better than you, and there's always someone who wants to be as good as you, but ultimately it's about making music that people enjoy.

[@boddumblues]

Even if it was so, to have the guts and drive to have his career, very few will accomplish that.....

[@joshxms2260]

Simon Patterson his live video with Joscho Stephan (Sweet Georgia Brown?) gets close, Joscho is incredible

[@TheEchelon]

After delving into the world of classical guitars, there are guys who are way beyond Tommy. You haven't seen nothing yet bud.

[@tomiasthexder7673]

Steve Vai said "there is no better guitar player than Tommy Emmanuel" High praise indeed...Eric Clapton said something similar.

[@rexramjet76]

agree

[@Dan.Chaytor]

After you see him live there is no argument. He’s the man.

[@barryhobbs5080]

There's a clip of Tommy sitting in with Steve and his band and Steve says something along the lines of "...had to get Tommy on electric to slow him down". I've seen Tommy live play a Tele with a band and he's a killer player.

[@jimjambananaslam3596]

Tommy is the most highly praised musician nobody has ever heard of. And I mean that in a good way

[@sixstrings1490]

I am a Proud Aussie, and the only thing I have in common with Tommy Emmanuel is that I am a self taught guitar player who can't read music. Hell I wish I could play half as good as Tommy, or his Bro Phil (R.I.P Phil) Love you man ! Scardy 😎

[@geoffsmith117]

Saw Tommy in a Pub, well known for it's music, in an Irish town called Boyle. It's not the biggest town in the world but that night every guitar player in a 40 mile radius was in the first 10 rows. The guy is an awesome player, but so humble. The highlight was when some wag shouted "can you do anything Irish", and Tommy pauses a moment then says "I can blow up yer car mate!". After a short stunned silence everyone fell about the place laughing. You have to have a personality to get away with that!

[@stevemassie9299]

Wonderful

[@skippy1564]

Gold!

[@johnnyrocker7495]

Great story :)

[@billiejames5243]

That's our Tom...lol

[@trapkat8213]

Hilarious!

[@bernie_smith]

When my son was 6 years old I took him to see Tommy, when he made an appearance in Blackpool, UK. We sat right at the front and Tommy regularly smiled at my son during the concert. Towards the end of the evening he addressed my son directly and dedicated a song to him, as by now it was very late in the evening but my son was still full of life and enjoying the gig. He said something along the lines of "this is for the little lad at the front, so he can remember the time when Tommy Emmanuel played two songs at once." Tommy then played Dixie/Yankee Doodle Dandy, both melodies simultaneously!!! What a guy and what a superb artist.

[@shootcutdeliver]

Bernie Smith You are going to love this video with Tommy kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3qsfINvp62ehtk

[@coryCuc]

That's an amazing story and knowing TE, I wouldn't doubt it for a second. The most humble and sincere guy.

[@bernie_smith]

@@shootcutdeliver Thanks Shoot Cut!!! Great stuff!! Bernie

[@bernie_smith]

@@coryCuc Absolutely Cory. Bernie

[@zingleraster9124]

That is life changing stuff. Goosebumps.

[@billybob9144]

He is the most amazing guest you guys have ever had on barr none, what an absolute legend. Thanks lee

[@masterbeernuts9344]

Barre none

[@billybob9144]

@@masterbeernuts9344 thank you, although its... Bar none. Ah wait i think i see what you did there, very good

[@panzerlieb]

Yeah wouldn’t bare nothing either. No one needs to see that.😁

[@szmash]

I'm like Frodo watching Gandalf’s fireworks here. As long as we have old wizards like Mr Emmanuel we may feel we’re living a golden age.

[@revenant235]

Miklós Szabó amen to that

[@BeefNEggs057]

Perfect analogy!

[@MrLuckyT]

What a metaphor ... man 👍🏻🤩

[@adamkane9340]

A true Australian treasure. Hard work, commitment and following your heart.

[@gti1647]

Right on!

[@RobRhodesMusic]

There's not enough superlatives to do Tommy justice, either as a player and a person. He makes me proud to be Australian and is a true role model for us all. Humility, dedication and a true entertainer. The Captain did a great job and some of his facial expressions are of child-like wonderment. Loved every minute of it, thank you.

[@DarekLachowski]

Wow! "The captain meets..." just reached another level!

[@craigmitton5047]

Definitely

[@Charbarhousemusic]

My neighbour looks a lot like Tommy Emmanuel. He can't understand why I greet him so warmly.

[@davidsmart8594]

Find him a cheap guitar and insist he takes lessons; you never know...

[@justinemarkdajay7485]

Plot twist: He is Tommy Emmanuel and has been trolling you since.

[@alward5678]

HAHHAHAHAHAH

[@tommckirdy514]

You are actually kidding me. Tommy Emmanuel on Andertons! He is my guitar hero!

[@platriani]

20 years ago, I was shredding away, and this guy asked if I wanted to buy Tommy Emmanuel tickets, for about £8.......I said who.... ..oh go on then. Never heard of him, never liked acoustic as it was “inferior” to my shred......never heard his stuff. We went to an awful run down venue, take your own cans of beer, and out he came. I laughed for 2 hours, not at his jokes (which were funny), but because I was completely mind blown, I could not believe what I was seeing and hearing, and laughing was my body’s way of saying “holy mother of Jesus Jeffrey’s Jones” ........ I bought the tab book after the gig, still got it. I then proceeded to play electric for another 20 years, and now, I have grown up. I am now totally focussed on Tommy, and will dedicate the next 20 years to this amazing music. I always listened to Tommy since that day, and always rated him as the best guitar player. I really struggled with his stuff, but now we have you tube and power tabs and so on.....I’ve got a chance ! The dude is my hero.

[@cougar231000]

Growing up doesn't implicate quitting with Electric Guitar....

[@anish_99]

also those 74 dislikes are from electric guitar folks.

[@micklewis8500]

I soo understand where you coming from.

[@markopolo2224]

dude how old are you ?

[@natpicking]

1:00:08 "You want to hear to hear is 'when are you coming back?'" I've seen Tommy live thrice! And I would jump at the opportunity to go again. It is always an experience that leaves you full of awe

[@shubniggurath6464]

I've been using the Force for months to get this to happen ... glad it worked.

[@777Yoni]

Much appreciated.

[@budgetguitarist]

Best comment in the thread.

[@fabrizioanavitarte]

The force is strong on you!

[@commentfreely5443]

my brother got his guitar autographed by tommy.

[@Double_0_7_Strings]

Thanks, ancient Lovecraftian deity!

[@thomasstretton8574]

That intro has to be one of the most mesmerising things I’ve ever seen.

[@simon_patterson]

There is no such thing as the greatest guitar player in the world, but there is no acoustic guitarist greater than Tommy Emmanuel.

[@mysticalstalker7524]

Tommy emmanuel always full of heart and passion in his playing, legend period. A movie should be made on this man

[@3GreeneBJ]

Yeah Yeah! Hurry - I'm running out of road here!

[@Tasjudoka]

​@Bryce Saylor really?!?

[@golf-freq]

Hey Andertons, I've seen and heard everything I could find regarding Tommy throughout the years and I must say that this interview is among the very best I've seen. Everything about this video is an invaluable window into the mind of Tommy. I've also gained a new appreciation of The Captain as an interviewer. Excellent all around -- thanks so much for this!

[@felinekaiju4517]

Lee has this amazing way of interviewing people!.

[@mikelembo6657]

As far as I’m concerned, Tommy is one of the best guitarist there is. Such an incredible talent!

[@bambostarla6259]

I always found tommy to be one of the best. He is disgustingly good at everything on the instrument. I guess all the hard work paid off for him. His warm up exercises are insane and to think he does them hours per day...

[@ronvonryan]

I am a big Tommy fan, but if you have not heard Richard Smith give him a listen, even Tommy says Richard is great.

[@pwnubenston481]

@@ronvonryan yeah watch richo playing "the entertainer" its so fking good

[@ronvonryan]

@@pwnubenston481 And not one 'bum' note!!! that takes some doing!!!

[@UmVtCg]

Talent is overrated. You heard him, he works really, really hard.Take a look at that guitar, that is relicing done by real work with blood, sweat and tears my friend.

[@godfreyozzy7128]

R.I.P. Phil, a phenomenal guitarist in his own right. Everybody should check out the album they did together, Terra Firma.

[@Juventud2222]

I was lucky enough to watch him & his brother play a stadium in Melbourne. When they played Back On The Terra Firma just 2 guys on stage was intense, i was only a kid and still remember it. I remember 'The Journey' as impactful too.

[@mikeymumblesreal]

Godfrey Ozzy Was that Phil McCracken?

[@peterschmidt9942]

Yep, it's got some ball terra's on it. That last bit where they're jamming AC/DC songs sounds like they're having so much fun.

[@marklr5716]

Tommy is an Australian National Treasure!!

[@marshwoodvale4367]

Forget the shredders. This is real guitar playing!!

[@studiogorilla]

I got to record Tommy this winter, and he's the kindest guy you'd ever meet.

[@andrepienaar2014]

Tommy Emmanuel, best acoustic player period.

[@jackturtle131]

@Jipke He's plays not like Tommy at all

[@jeremy00123]

Every video of Tommy Emmanuel playing is magic. But this one is perhaps one of the most outstanding.

[@rufusdisturbed]

My mother went to school with the Emmanuels at Muswellbrook High School. They were all musical. They lived and breathed music from the day they were born. There is no living acoustic guitar player better than Tommy.

[@brooklynboy1000]

playing guitar is not a competition

[@Simbetam]

Noel Gallagher lol

[@phillyblunt138]

@@brooklynboy1000 The point still stands though! Tommy is peerless

[@Mexxx65]

Tommy is indeed in that "peerless group" of guitar players

[@leeonardodienfield402]

@@sg-yq8pm trophies for everyone!

[@robertlennox3607]

I feel so sorry for the 37 people who thumbs downed this! Tommy is an absolute genius as well as a top bloke. He always inspires me to be better as a player. Somewhere over the Rainbow made me cry when I heard him play it live, reached in and grabbed me.

[@anncarothers4481]

Yes. Every time I hear it. Call them joy drops.

[@richardblackledge7402]

I love the fact that Tommy talks about how to become better at playing the guitar and always giving back to the guitar community.He does this so many times.He does camps all over the world teaching others and always giving advice.Unfortunately so many popular guitarists out there give nothing and are only interested in making money and never giving back.This guy is amazing.Thank you Tommy.

[@Morill128]

Came for the excellent music, stayed for the life story! What a legend, damn

[@Twiztednate]

I was today years old when I found out who Tommy Emmanuel is. What a guest, my day is completely allocated to learning more about him now. How have I gone 36 years of my life and 26 years of being a guitar player to never have heard of him is beyond me.

[@carnivalminds]

Nate Brightman “Waltz’n Matilda” Chet Atkins and Tommy Emanuel is glory encapsulated!

[@JIsaacMardis]

Congrats! You’re one of today’s lucky 10,000!

[@osso2]

Then you are in for a treat! 👍 😊

[@luuk341]

I gasped seeing this title! I had the pleasure of seeing Tommy Emmanuel and Andy McKee live in a show together! Absolute pleasure to watch!

[@rickcar94]

I saw the same concert, Tommy and Andy together! Where did you see them?

[@luuk341]

@@rickcar94 Groningen in The Netherlands

[@rickcar94]

@@luuk341 Italy here! It was a mind blowing show and experience for sure 😁

[@luuk341]

@@rickcar94 Yeah man! Did Andy play Rylynn for you too? It was the first time I heard the explanation for the song and it made it even more impressive

[@rickcar94]

@@luuk341 I'm pretty sure he did, but it was 3 years ago so I can't really remember all the details 😅

[@mickvictor]

I've had the privilege of seeing Tommy in person 3 times. Twice in Waco,Texas and once in Colorado Springs,Colorado. A noticeable atmosphere develops at his performances. He truly shares himself while playing. And if the audience MOJO is up, he senses it and man, hang on to something. It's on then. That guy will blow you away.

[@martinpaddle]

You manage to get the likes of Guthrie Govan, Greg Koch, and now Tommy Emmanuel to sit down with you for a one hour chat and jam... that is seriously impressive

[@sunnysuman1255]

Don't forget John Petrucci and Steve Vai.

[@SamOwenI]

I think it's a no-brainer for these guitarists to want to be on channels like this. A great way to market your work to hundreds of thousands of people.

[@jimmycampbell78]

I enjoyed Walter Trout’s interview and playing as well.

[@stonaldinho1178]

@@SamOwenI Not just their music either. They all probably get a small cut of every piece of signature gear that gets sold as well. To be able to show off their own gear on a channel that is viewed almost exclusively by guitarists with an above average interest in gear is the best bang for the buck they're ever going to get advertising-wise.

[@Badonkadonker]

Still one John Mayer dodges them every time ...

[@bmccall30]

The second best part of this video: Lee Anderton's uncontrollable smile as he watched a master at work. PS: Thanks for this. It was truly amazing.

[@mattiagaleone7726]

what an amazing person he is. Tommy is probably one of the finest acoustic guitar player, if not the finest (maybe ever): simple chords, simple melodies and loads of feel. Instead of putting so much effort into creating some nonsense rythmic structures, with unusual harmonies, he's always for the song and the melody. And his songs are absolutely killer to play.

[@tjthegreat7]

simple? you try play that shit it's insanely complex to do

[@soundknight]

@@tjthegreat7 I think the rest understand what he really meant (focused)

[@mattiagaleone7726]

@@soundknight simple not in a technical sense, but melodies that go straight to your head, easy to sing...you can sing along to each one of his pieces and you get how lyrical his style is. Take Angelina and how singable it is...Mombasa or Those who wait...killer to play but those melodies are so catchy, so moving...so good

[@richat1691]

SIMPLE! you are joking right

[@mattiagaleone7726]

@@richat1691 as I said earlier years ago, of course his songs are killer to play, there's so much going on in every single tune he performs. But if you think about the melodies they are some of the most beautiful, singable, moving without using complex time signatures or unusual tunings or strange ideas.

[@teyink]

He has one of the more interesting superhero origin stories that I have ever heard.

[@asensibleyoungman2978]

52:00 Compare that exquisite version of 'Over the Rainbow' to Chappers in that seat knocking out his lobotomy inspired shredding. It's like comparing a Faberge egg to a Cadbury's Creme Egg.

[@TheBreadman24]

30 years ago I got to spend an afternoon with this absolute legend at his soundcheck when he was playing here in Bundaberg. He Signed my American Telecaster for me and played Stevie's Blues on it I didn't have my EM 400 Maton on me at the time. What an absolute legend this man is and nothing was to much for his fans. He even remembered that my Uncle played Bass with him and Phil when they were touring as children.

[@timvanngman]

“C.G.P. stands for Certified Guitar Player. This is a designation that Chet Atkins assigned to guitar players who excelled far beyond the normal line of playing. He handed this title out only to four guitar players in his lifetime. After his death, his daughter (on behalf of his estate) conferred it on last recipient - Paul Yandell, Chet’s longtime band leader and co-guitarist.”

[@bigstam1234567890]

A bit sad that Richard Smith was not on that list, he's a monsterous guitar player

[@michalwlosik3544]

Does this make ((all the other players)-4 people) non-certified? Can they be arrested when found playing guitar?

[@cuda426hemi]

Jerry reed was one of Chet's CGP's 🎸

[@Fenar_]

I can't believe mark knophler didn't make it.

[@kommi1974]

@@Fenar_ LOL, come on now. Mark is good, but not even in the same galaxy as these guys.

[@deldia]

He knows all the chords and can make it cry and sing.

[@joestrkr]

Tommy is the Sultan!

[@iainmcguire7190]

That was George Borowski.... (and still is)

[@melkkoe]

You feel alright when you hear that music ring

[@redSectorA]

wikichris They said an old guitar is all, he can afford

[@yesiamadorito]

@@redSectorA When he gets up under the lights to play his thing

[@gholmes429]

Clicking like before watching a second. Now to kick the family out of the house for an hour

[@JonasCraftUltimate]

“I work harder than everybody else” Without coming off as arrogant. What a champ

[@Racelinekarting]

See when I heard that I thought the opposite.

[@jimmycampbell78]

@@Racelinekarting What's your problem with Tommy? He's a gent and a very warm fellow. Also he's a brilliant guitarist. If anyone can be arrogant its someone with that level of ability.

[@Racelinekarting]

@@jimmycampbell78 my problem with him? It’s very simple really, he comes across as his own biggest fan. He can’t stop talking about himself, which I know is the point of the interview, but literally he will yatter on for ages once asked a question. Having watched endless interviews with all sorts of players, in my opinion he is just a big head. Technically he’s great on an acoustic guitar, but technically gifted doesnt make a ‘great’ player in my humble opinion. Personally I’d rather listen to the Captain play. It’s just my opinion, I respect yours is different, as I’m sure you do mine. Not sure arrogance is good in anyone.

[@coryCuc]

@@Racelinekarting Honest question. How much do you know about Tommy Emmanuel? I couldn't disagree with your comment more lol. He's literally (I'm not speaking figuratively here) the humblest person I know. The amount of time he dedicates to his fans before shows, after shows, signing autographs and guitars and doing workshops and fundraisers all for free and truly enjoys spreading music and guitar as much as he can. I'm guessing you don't know much about him with your comment that he's great on an "acoustic guitar" when he grew up playing the drums and the electric guitar (which is much easier to play than an acoustic on many different levels).

[@JPMonstie]

@@Racelinekarting Your opinion doesn’t sound at all humble. TE is about as humble as it gets if you had any real experience of him on and off the stage.

[@guevaramarwan]

His life story needs to be immortalised in a movie ASAP

[@scarey2me]

Used to watch Tommy and Phil at the Birkenhead Tavern back in the late 70's. THE guitarists guitarist.

[@ovyone5474]

Saw Phil at Dampier, of all places! Had a beer with him during the set! He was awesome too!

[@joshuafreedman7703]

scarecrow T.E. isn't even human; he's an alien! It's like he gets the guitar to do things it weren't designed to be able to do!

[@bikeboysyd292]

scarecrow Me as well. Great memories

[@JackDaniels10101]

One of the first bands I saw in the early 80s was The Emmanuel Brothers at the Bexley North Hotel here in Sydney.

[@ianfisher5316]

Wasn't it called The James Craig Tav at Birkenhead Point. I grew up in Five dock.

[@Lozh1993]

Love that the captain literally cant stop smiling. I've been waiting literally years for this one to happen. Insane

[@anthonycashero7605]

Always smile listening to Tommy E.

[@charlespatrick1572]

Lee Anderton, you ARE the man. Tommy Emmanuel as your guest!!!!! What an epic "The Captain Meets" episode!

[@marzfielding6898]

Your face is just brilliant watching Tommy, Class.

[@directive-4]

Hearing this gentleman play just puts a huge, huge smile on my face

[@BaronsDuju]

The dynamics in his playing! The percussion! The melody! The technique! Ah man... Tommy is amazing.

[@revenant235]

Clint well said. Dynamics all day long

[@form_52]

Pay attention younger people who don't know better.... This is what a true guitar master looks and sounds like.

[@benwhitechef]

Got a chance to visit Andertons for the first time just over a week ago, I would have melted into a puddle if Tommy was there. Managed to meet him randomly a few years ago in a Guitar Center in Nashville, true gentleman and the best acoustic guitarist, period. Still got my baby Maton signed by him, love this channel!

[@Miguelskytwins]

I don't know if Tommy changed the world, but he surely changed mine. I've been listening to his music more than half of my life and it helped me a lot in so many ways, and i couldn't be more gratefull... I had the opportunity to see him live (for the first time) a few days ago in glasgow and it was one of the best days of my life.

[@danfarmer6730]

I just saw Tommy for the first time last week, I've always admired him. What an incredible guitar player.

[@startingfingerstyle]

Let's face it, there must be hundreds of interviews with Tommy on YT. Surely, this must be the best by a country mile! What a really genuine bloke. Have had the pleasure of meeting him several times and spent a few days with him on a guitar camp in Scotland last year. What you see on this interview is exactly what he's like in person.... Truly generous soul. Remembering now how he nursed me through a duet on the last night of the camp. I was nervous as hell, but he guided me through with grace.

[@monkeylovingtroglody]

Lee’s face at about 1minute is gold. Like he was simultaneously in awe and a little bit offended someone could be so good.

[@adsy1124]

Our very own guitar god🇭🇲

[@devarajkrishnamoorthy4265]

People may envy that he can play guitar like next to none, but then you have to give it to Tommy especially that his first 15 to 20 years was unbelievably rough - losing his brother sister and brother same year when he was 5 and losing his father when he was 11, and his family living in hand to mouth existence. He has seen both sides of life, that is why he has feet totally grounded and lives a disciplined life. You have to respect Tommy not only for his great guitar playing, but to learn from him how to live life despite hardships and not allowing success to go to ones head. Truly a great man.

[@oleran4569]

i rarely cry.....except when I hear Tommy play....

[@guitarnut6144]

So glad he mentioned the hard work at the very beginning. Tommy is the best.

[@jfo3000]

Hard work AND tremendous sacrifice. That sacrifice, it takes everything; ones entire life, why so few do it. Total respect for Tommy.

[@jamesdalton7850]

I had the distinct honour of being Phil’s live sound engineer for a few years before his untimely death and can say that there’s no one in the ‘professional’ muso world more down to earth, honest, and pleasurable than the Emmanuel family to work for. Vale Phil ‘the wiz’, and monster respect tommy. Love your work brother.

[@KaneODriscoll]

James Dalton I’ve met Phil and he was outstanding guitarist & humble... much respect

[@benachurch]

What a bloody legend!! A true Aussie icon and just awesome down to earth Bloke. Thank you Captain. That's made my night. 🇦🇺🙌🏻🤘🏻

[@dbthreshold]

Just beautiful As an Aussie Living in the country/bush Playing guitar all my life Saw Tommy play many many times This really resonates Thanks Tommy And thanks Captain

[@bluesmonkey4463]

I first saw Tommy and his brother Phil play together as '' The Emmanuel Brothers '' in a very old 18th century pub in Sydney Australia called the Governors Pleasure back in 1978 and it was a great venue to go to on a Friday and Saturday night and was blown away by them, and was a fan from that day on and I'm still his biggest fan as we all are and love him heaps ! Sadly the Pub is no longer there but I have great memories to remember of those days with my friends and just '' loving the music '' Thanks so much Tommy !

[@robgoodson2212]

Some of us here think we're half decent players. Then there's Tommy. It's like a different instrument in his hands.

[@ZIGSVIDS]

Until you see Tommy live you have no idea how good he is, seriously. I loved Tommy's playing for 30 years then saw him live ,mind blowing live.

[@lesgl]

As a kid living a similar life moving around the Aussie bush with my parents in the 60's 70's doing correspondence etc..I must say how much I admire the guy...true Aussie guitar legend..

[@glennmartin4043]

I first hear Tommy play in 1975 in Sydney. He was checking guitars out in a shop. By the time he finished the shop was full of guitarists with their jaws on the ground. He was one of the best then.

[@786itube]

Another legend on one of my favourite channels

[@WoodesosGuitarMods]

Superb interview. You get the sense that he's likely uncomfortable when he doesn't have a guitar in his hands. The fact that he played almost throughout the entire interview, shows how much this is a part of his soul. Absolutely brilliant.

[@PSBradshaw63]

I used to have a cassette tape many years ago called “Goldrush:Live at Last”. This was Tommy and Phil’s band in Australia in the 70’s and they were incredible. As he says about Phil in this interview, they were a cohesive unit and at times were one musician. Tremendous. RIP Phil Emmanuel

[@ovyone5474]

Finally, Lee! You get the best guitarist in the world on! Sit back and watch in Awe!.. He really is that good! Guitarists out there, if you ever get a chance... go see him live in concert! He's inspirational! (although he might bruise your ego and make you want to play drums, trumpet, clarinet or any other musical instrument!) First time I saw him in the 90s I went home, took a long hard look at my strat!.... He plays a mean Telecaster too! :-( nooo! Txs TE, Lee and Andersons!

[@anthonycashero7605]

Went to Tommy Emanuel guitar camp in 2017. One of the best weeks of my life. Love his playing.

[@ryansutter4291]

These people are ALL great people to "Meet", but the Captain is the glue in these interviews. So accomodating and vulnerably curious and it just brings the best out of the guests....Cap is obviously good people...

[@thorndog100]

10 seconds into Tommys playing and tears rolled down my face from sheer emotion not jealously. He is beyond amazing with the guitar. I love a lot of guitar players but Tommy really is as one with his instrument. The best Captain meets ever and ive enjoyed a few..

[@rockychieng88]

Condolences to Tommy for the death of his older brother and sister.

[@rockhard2654]

@Ben Hackett to my ears phil was better than tommy obviously that's saying waaay lot

[@iainwhite3476]

Even more amazing than Tommy’s playing is that 4 jerks gave this a thumbs down wtf ????

[@adsensedd]

They must be losers who don't love music.

[@gloriagarrison8055]

Tommy signed my Little Martin and sang happy birthday on my 70th birthday. A Meet and Greet I will never forget ! He has a sincerity and made me feel like this mattered . There was another person there who was a Tommy follower for his shows. I had trouble playing the strings Tommy touched like a teenager !!

[@artemlitvinov3536]

I am study as a chemist, but a year ago I accidently picked up a guitar and started learning by myself. Now I can play a few simple fingerstyle tunes like Windy and Warm or House of Rising sun. I don t want to be a scientist or something like this. But I enjoy playing guitar well, playing with passion(with stupid face). And Iknow that the path of a musician is very hard and the worst thing i can imagine for now is that I will get bored by guitar. Tommy is one of the reasons that keeps my faith and inspiration. I would love Tommy to live forever!!

[@twist2723]

His song Lewis & Clark is one of my most favorite songs I’ve ever listened to.

[@AshShearer]

I think this video will be the Captain Meets series high water mark. Tommy is an absolutely mesmerising entertainer and guitarist.

[@ryanspencerlauderdale687]

This and John Mayer, considering Lee's genuine interest in the music of Mr. Mayer.

[@DB-uf6md]

Gotta love lees pure childish grin during all of this interview, Possibly the best captain meets to date.

[@l1feson]

Watching Tommy’s version of Somewhere Over The Rainbow with tears in my eyes. So beautiful! Tommy is a true master of the guitar

[@shootcutdeliver]

Dave Leask You are going to love this video with Tommy kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3qsfINvp62ehtk

[@boatfaceslim9005]

Completely spellbinding.

[@toivonencresto]

Greatest living guitarist, and one of the Greatest guitarists and musicians of all time. A Legend. But, above all, a sensibile, humble and nice human being

[@gewuerzgurkeev]

Tommy Emmanuel is one of the best persons in the music industry! Hearing him play or hearing what he says or does always warms my heart! I wish from the bottom of my heart that we have more people like him. He is not just an incredible guitar player but also an incredible person! I love everything about this person and wish Tommy Emmanuel the best! May he be joyful and healthy for many many more years! He is just the best! Words cannot express that.... Tommy if you notice that: I adore you and your work with all my heart, your music and joyfullness touches me deeply and it worms my heart! You are loved by people who do not even know you personally... Nor do you know them You are the man!

[@jeremypankey8960]

Side note. Yes he is amazimg at acoustic. But he is no slouch with a Tele too. Proper shredder as well. Best to do it ever.

[@JIsaacMardis]

I just saw a vid of him playing a tele a month or so ago for the first time. Proper shredder sums it up

[@markgowans]

Lee looks like he's dropped dead on the spot and went straight to guitar heaven :)

[@joec2639]

Tommy's joy just overflows when he plays. It simply cannot be contained and is totally infectious. He is probably the only player that makes me want to sell my electric guitar gear and take up the acoustic. Watching him play always leaves me smiling in awe. Thanks for the great interview.

[@jamesonowens4562]

J C you should hear him play electric! Equally as awesome.

[@d_ressu]

This man is a walking legend we still have among us. A class act.

[@adrianmoore8840]

Best guitarist you've ever had on and ever will have on

[@AidanMillward]

Until John Mayer comes on :P

[@zippyp8229]

I think I must have seen Tommy around twenty or so times (starting back in the 80s). In that time, I have had a chance to chat with him at least ten of those times. He used to invite his audience to meet him after shows, and sign stuff for them, or sell his CDs, or just shoot the breeze. He genuinely is the nicest full-time working musician I have ever met - and would chat to you for hours if he had the time. I had the chance to meet his brother Phil (who - as per the video - passed away last year) with Tommy once also, and the same could be said of him. Just your old school amazingly nice kinda family. Cheers Lee for having Tommy on the show - I'm betting you got as much out of it as we did.

[@mathevideos9909]

There is no way this just popped up in my feed?!?!?! I Love everything Tommy does. Definitely a CGP! Thank you for sharing these experiences with us!

[@johnpaulnash8144]

Whenever I see people play better than me I am transfixed, mesmerized and inspired. I've not picked up my guitar for a while but Tommy thank you so much for getting me motivated again. You are bliss👏

[@philipatoz]

Tommy mentions how his dreams "slowly unfolded" - but he's one of those rare birds whose dreams were built upon stunning talent. I finally saw him last year in Charleston, SC (with David Grisman). What I love about this interview is that Lee lets Tommy talk - and Tommy has no useless filler, but start to finish something of value to share of his incredible beginnings, story and encouragement to other musicians. And to think what sacrifices and chance his dad took to get his kids a music career - I mean, that took a lot of courage. And I'm sure a lot of people thought he was crazy. Lastly, when one thinks about how few (primarily) mostly instrumentalist players strike massive success - I mean, you can just about count them on one hand. But an ACOUSTIC guitarist, mostly known for his virtuosity, and yet filling auditoriums all over the world - I mean, how rare and wonderful is THAT???!!!

[@jaysjams1517]

If I had to describe his playing in one word I would use a MESMERIZING.

[@bryanclarke1927]

Simply one of the greatest guitar players of all time. And also someone who knows how to entertain an audience.

[@greatreset3]

I wish I could do ANYTHING as good as Tommy plays guitar! He is the best of the best! 🎶🎸

[@dbo4506]

When I was a kid I saw his brother Phil play a gig at the Upper Coomera Hotel in QLD while on holidays with my family. That is the reason I started playing guitar. He just had a vibe!

[@richardbaker4797]

Just look at The Captain's eyes at the beginning when Tommy starts playing. Pretty much says it all really. Outstanding musician.