The Guitarist Behind Jason Isbell's 400 Unit | Guitar Tours

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[@frankieolivo2359]

Marty please teach us to play love is strange by Mickey and Silvia.

[@roknfnrol]

What Vox amp was Sadler playing thru? Thanks!

[@TimStreeperMusic]

Admittedly, I'm a bit of a Jason and the 400 Unit fanboy- but Sadler and Jason IMO are the best ham and egg guitar duo making music today. I loved this- glad to see Sadler getting some well deserved credit.

[@smitty0375]

Yes x 1000

[@jamesbradley1873]

Two guitarists that good shouldn’t be legal.

[@kirchitect]

Best thing about Sadler is that he seams to really not be taking anything for granted and just keeps working hard. Very talented kid, great choice for the Tour, Marty!

[@garrickpridemore413]

Ive been an Isbell fan since way back in his DBT days. This may be my favorite video so far Marty!

[@MartyMusic]

Thanks for watching and supporting Garrick, I appreciate it!

[@AllGlitterandDirt]

Had the honor of seeing him last night! He and Isbell did an amazing rendition of Honeysuckle Blues that brought the house down! 🌌🌟💕💜💕🌟🌌

[@jeffhebert9643]

Never heard of this chap before . ....but I am now a fan...super guy and talented player....this video series is really all about the " true talent " behind the scenes of the music. Thanks Marty .

[@trick58]

This was the best gear video I can recall. Really enjoyed Sadler explaining his greatness. Been a fan since I saw a video of the 400 unit putting together one of their big songs in the studio. Sadler brought it all together. Those folks are great talent. We are lucky yo have them.

[@eugenestein278]

Great video. Sadler is so talented and versatile. My favorite thing about him is he’s got chops from hear til Sunday but uses them only if they fit the music. He’s a musician first but man when he decides to start tearing it up look out! He’s smoking and a totally killer player. Very melodic and tasteful player too.

[@eichaan]

I look forward to watching this. When I saw the 400 Unit last time they came through Richmond, VA, Sadler's performance was a lead guitar clinic. I am still digesting it, and inspired by it.

[@jasper_north]

Sadler Vaden must be the coolest name ever...please agree.

[@alwayscrazy1]

Yes! I've been saying that since I first learned his name!

[@mirrorman8521]

Couldn’t agree more! I met him in Carbondale, IL after seeing JI& the 400 Unit. He is such a nice down to earth person. I asked him if that was his real name and he showed me his driver’s license. Lol. He was born to be a rock star! He reminds me of Mike Campbell, humble and plays his role perfectly!! Keep rockin!!

[@joedian1399]

@@mirrorman8521just today on this old video discovered he had his own albums

[@stevevice9863]

Great to see Sadler getting some recognition. He is one of my favorite players...always seems to capture the right mood in his playing.

[@Mistertbones]

I've seen Sadler in concert twice with Jason Isbell. Sadler's a truly amazing player. From this interview, also comes across as a super nice guy.

[@74crazyscout]

Marty!! So happy to see you with Sadler! This guy (and yourself) are inspirational beyond words. His talent is only preceded by his laid back attitude and style; a true humble virtuoso. His slide work, in open tuning no less, was one of many highlights. Glad you’re out of your own studio for a minute and rubbing elbows with the heavies!

[@NoWay1969]

Old Yamaha FG's are the D-28's of the working man. Nice pull, Marty. Drivin' and Cryin' was a great band and Jason Isbell is fantastic! Straight to Hell was one of the 1st things I ever learned to play. 3 chords and a simple walking bass line.

[@grilledspaghetti]

Well they both are, but Sadler is such a perfect fit at doing whichever role Jason decides to put him in that night. Great side man. Saw them last November and was blown away.

[@mikeflight9]

Great Marty. This (to me ) is the best interview since you interviewed dear ED King, God bless him. I had not even heard of Michael Jason Isbell and my God is this guy Sadler Vaden is so good and has so much imagination in his music. I will be listening to Sadler Vaden music from now on. Marty thanks so much for interviewing Sadler.

[@MartyMusic]

I'm so glad you liked this episode! Thanks Mike!

[@RockFan98]

Jason actually funnily enough now owns Ed Kings 1959 Les Paul “Nicknamed Red Eye”

[@abg125]

@@RockFan98 I was just typing this out and looked up...ha I think it's cool as hell that another Alabama boy owns Ed's iconic Les Paul...

[@RockFan98]

adam glover oh yeah and it’s great hands to! Ed I’m sure is very happy up above. A family freind used to own his black 1959 Stratocaster he plays in all the old footage. Back when Ed lived in New Jersey

[@colten4172]

Bumped into Sadler in Nashville before one of the shows at the Ryman (absolutely amazing experience!!). He was kind enough to let me take a picture with him and chat for just a second. He was there supporting Morgan Wade, an awesome songwriter he’s producing an album for.

[@gregkoegel7311]

I knew Sadler was an amazing musician but what I didn’t know was what a humble great guy he seems to be and I love that

[@kc8923]

Jason Isbell one of my favourite singer/songwriters and a great guitarist in his own right. Saw Jason with Sadler on guitar at the Roundhouse in London a few years ago, great concert and Sadler had a fantastic tone.

[@patrickscott3491]

Hey grew up in Summerville, SC with Sadler, glad he's still doing that thing

[@toddstile961]

Always enjoy these on Sunday morning, thank you Marty!

[@tracykern2313]

As was Mike Campbell to Tom Petty and Stuart Mathis is to Lucinda Williams, Sadler Vaden is the do-everything player so important to the sound and success of Jason Isbell.

[@StevenBrooksBand]

This is great! Thanks for bringing these folks on.

[@michaelluciano1980]

Used to see Sadler play in Charleston with Leslie wayyy back in the day ( 05? ). Still have your EP and glad to see your still doing the damn thing!

[@Biggwoody]

Interesting story regarding the name of the "400 Unit". Jason Isbell grew up in Lauderdale County/Muscle Shoals Area of North Alabama (as did I). The hospital that served the area at the time was Eliza Coffee Memorial (ECM) Hospital. The psychiatric wing of the hospital was called the "400 Unit". ECM would periodically bus patients of the 400 Unit over to Court and Tennessee Sts. in downtown Florence and let them out with some meal money and then later reconvene on the bus. Jason tells the story of his own band members being on the tour bus and needing some "meal money" when they got off in some small town. He noted the similarities and dubbed his band the "400 unit".

[@bwmack]

Thanks for featuring Sadler. He’s amazing! I love watching him play.

[@kitano0]

Wow, Marty's really workin' it! A lot of good content you've released lately!

[@MartyMusic]

I appreciate your comment! I love doing this but it's nice to hear the recognition!

[@subterfusion4005]

Saw Sadler with Drivin n Cryin at the Cats Cradle in Carrboro NC! They blew the other band away!

[@HandsOnMusicLearning]

great playing!

[@ebeep]

That Nocaster KILLS IT!!!! I'm guessing those are CS Nocaster pickups...

[@zordakAU]

EBEEP Twisted Tele pups

[@glenmcarroll]

Going to try to go see this guy (Jason Isbell too). In Ottawa. Killer guitar work.

[@mattcotton0]

Marty thank you for having sadler on Isbell and the 400 unit r Amazing!!!

[@MartyMusic]

They are awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@akazhou1]

LOVE IT! Great interview, new info about Sadler we west coast fans didn’t know - I was at Farm Aid too. Thank you!

[@Individual_two]

Really good interview with a really cool guy. I've been a fan of Sadler's playing since seeing him with the 400 Unit.

[@stevegurgon]

Sadler on Whipping Post w/the 400 in 2017 Milwaukee was absolutely stunning

[@Sam-w9des]

WOW, that original song. Wow!

[@brianmullins2110]

Anyone else hear just a hint of Tom Petty when he’s singing his own song?? Great stuff.

[@graham1745]

Great session with Sadler, Marty. Have a good new year.....Best wishes from Scotland. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🎸🇺🇸

[@timmytVA]

EXCELLENT. Big Isbell fan. Will now have to listen to Sadler's solo stuff too. I like his playing and he has an interesting voice. LOVED the outro jam. Who doesn't love them some Petty?

[@RC32Smiths01]

Awesome playing by Both of you! Really sounds classic and bluesy definitely! Always great to see from you Marty!

[@MartyMusic]

I really appreciate that my friend! Thank you!

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@MartyMusic You are very welcome my man! Keep up the amazing content as always!

[@palkire8798]

Marty I love this man. Keep doing more of these!!

[@indianajones5037]

Sadler is amazing. Had the pleasure of watching him lots in Nashville. I miss Leslie what a power trio.

[@Xmao002]

Sadler is one of the best players in the world and seems like such a humble and great human being. Jason and him together are absolutely phenomenal ❤❤

[@erickmo1188]

Sadler Vaden channeled his inner mike Campbell as soon as he grabbed his tele. That heartbreakers sound will always be my favorite tone.

[@ArjaysJourney]

You guys rock! Good info. Cool guest! So fun! 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@ArjaysJourney]

I’m gonna rock out today!

[@MartyMusic]

Thanks so much Arjay!

[@richsherman3673]

One of the greatest Guitar Virtuosos, with an incredible voice and Golden Fretboard Fingers. His voice is reminiscent of Tom Petty.

[@andregobi9285]

Sadler Vaden is an amazing guitarist and looks like a such nice dude.

[@Birbdup]

Marty on an Archtop is always going to be good.

[@MartyMusic]

ha kind of you! Sadler was an awesome hang!

[@Birbdup]

this guy knows what he's talking about

[@VixCrush]

Very interesting... I am one of those Grateful Dead/ Phish people but got turned on to these guys a couple years ago. Good stuff. It is quite the love story Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires. I was gonna try and catch a show this summer especially to see Billy Strings on the bill as well but will just have to be a little patient. Nice axes Sadler and good playing.

[@subterfusion4005]

Awesome to see Sadler learned on an old Yamaha FG too....perhaps there is hope for me!

[@timaustin8721]

Great Video!!

[@Seth_Benjamin]

Nice video, I really dig the sound!

[@morganghetti]

Sadler is a great player. Super tasteful and he has the best slide tone of any one playing today.

[@spikesprospectingequipment1419]

Great information and picking!! Marty inspired me to start my Guitar Woodshed!

[@ebeep]

Oh hell yes!!! Made my week and I haven't even watched it yet!!!

[@natepardee3792]

I’ve been waiting for this

[@ruithacker5996]

Sick video!!!

[@rickymcclellan]

that tele sounded amazing

[@dickdastardly2560]

That little riff he was playing at 22:09-22:19 is that from a song and if so what's the name of it?

[@kylemulholland2571]

Best epi yet

[@aaronparker1614]

Have always liked Sadler for playing music and not just licks and scales... cool guy

[@mciver47]

Some of the more interesting old guitars I have not seen before, Bravo-Zulu.

[@gingabing]

Great job!

[@Bobby_Digital37]

Really like Sadler and his music!!!

[@jakemcguigan8863]

Gotta love that Wayne's World reference

[@Craig-h8v]

Hey Marty, could you please do dust on the bottle by David lee Murphy? I’ve been trying to find a video that shows the solo but the only one that does people have to pay for. I’d really enjoy it if you could.

[@obversedd]

Do you know what the song at 21:57 is?

[@Ekkix]

The final Breakdown-ish jam was nice

[@CBDM777]

Wow he's good. Humble to boot.

[@cam1924]

Marty how about a lesson for Bees of Spring by The Sword?

[@Jawnietheboy]

Marty could u do mainliner from social distortion plz thank you:3

[@zachhickey5887]

Sadler is awesome!

[@journeyvetsch7195]

Can you do my name is jonas by weezer

[@EduardoGarcia-np5bi]

Please do any song of Slash feat. Myles Kennedy.

[@masterminderlf8935]

What about the ending solo of “I put a spell on you” (CCR)

[@bradnorton9938]

Guitar lesson on bleed the freak- Alice In Chains?

[@ebeep]

What is that amp Sadler is playing through? Looks like a Thomas Organ Cambridge Reverb, but I could be wrong. For those that don't already know, Sadler's demo of the Vox AC30S1 is the best that amp will ever sound. He used his '51 Nocaster for it. Find it on the KZbins here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpC6fYasg9uqf7M

[@jonahguitarguy]

Man, I was thinking this guy is like Tom Petty and Mike his guitar player all rolled up in one dude. Even before the last song! Is it just me?

[@nebbynoo1127]

That ES is beautiful what is it?

[@Joes_Corner]

I have a Yamaha FG-150 red label that my Step-Dad gave me almost the same guitar Sadler has.

[@jacksturges796]

Can you please teach us how to play Beast of Burden by the Rolling Stones

[@robertwellington2616]

Jack Sturges kzbin.info/www/bejne/amWteo2QmZmhjMk

[@r.m7921]

Can someone Interview Landon pigg?

[@grilledspaghetti]

Okay. I'm jealous of that Vox now.

[@ryanmcdermott3604]

Keep it at 400 likes

[@joshstern5047]

Sickkkkkk

[@yeshueya3812]

I LOVED LESLIE

[@scottroberts3801]

Great sounds. Got a Tom Petty vibe from his sound and singing.

[@JB-ol1po]

That Ric 12 is a v-64

[@cpresto2]

I would propose to that tele if I saw it

[@texasplumr]

Sadler fu****g Vaden! Hell yeah!

[@jennifer6833]

Can you have #BRADPAISLEY do a guitar tour with you!

[@ScottJamesHicks]

17?! I thought he’d have 1,700.

[@jacobbrountas2605]

Jurassic park theme song? Could you do a video on it please

[@lucasjames572]

What I saw you play not what I seen you play.

[@ryannelson1695]

Les paul the queen of guitars...

[@mando3107]

Queen*

[@ryannelson1695]

@@mando3107 thanks dude

[@mando3107]

@@ryannelson1695 ay

[@feminico2613]

The mistake i did was to remove my finger calluses

[@seymourduncandonuts9881]

I did the same thing but they came back after about a month of playing!

[@robertwellington2616]

Dio Brando you need them why did you do that?

[@sassycat]

👍

[@allcheese7455]

Ree

[@redskygaming7541]

#4th

[@nyacoustics8373]

Jason, never heard of him .

[@charleescorner8095]

F M edumacate yoself lol