The Life & Death of BIG JIM SULLIVAN

[@quotemenot7520]

Big Jim is why the first album is an absolute classic, Jim took the songs and made a superb album.

[@claymor8241]

I remember him doing the regular guitar lesson spot on that Bay City Rollers TV series in the mid-70s. Not an ideal setting but he did manage to squeeze in some very impressive little demo pieces and showcased his playing to those of us who’d only heard his more restrictive session playing.

[@delorangeade]

I think one of the most amazing things about Big Jim Sullivan was how quickly he developed as a guitar player. He was only a couple of years ahead of the likes of Page and Blackmore in his career, but he seemed like someone from a different generation.

[@chrissi3193]

Pretty sure he taught us guitar on the telly in the 1970s. I know Ulf Goran dod. But sure Big Jim taught, had books you could learn from. A nice guy and a big influence on any of us that playrd guitar. Still does.

[@kswannie]

Thank you so much for doing this - you did a fantastic job, as always, it was so informative! Big Jim is certainly one of the most heard yet little known musicians throughout the world, so prolific was his first-call session work. It's really great to see so many Big Jim fans and old friends/acquaintances here in the comments as well.

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

Thank you so much! So happy you enjoyed it! 🤗❤️

[@prjackson7802]

Great video & great guitar player. I used to stand in front of him when he played the local pubs with Willie Austen. Fantastic times. Miss you Jim

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

Oh wow that's really cool! Would have loved to see him live, lucky you and thank you 🤩👍❤

[@DeidreL9]

Hello my friend, thank you for this! He was born the same day as me, though quite a different year. I love seeing the early photos of the musicians you cover, all these amazing people who find each other and become friends. The technical inventions and discoveries are fascinating, as is the sitar work. I’ve never thought of Jimmy Page as Little Jimmy until now! I think that will stick in my mind. What a great career he had. Wonderful tribute my friend!🤗

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

Thanks Deidre 🥰👍 So you are an Aquarius 😊 Yes was hoping there were more photos of him with other musicians but like with so many artists there were few. I think it depends on how long ago they passed and how private they were etc So happy you enjoyed the video and thank you as always for watching and commenting ❤️

[@DeidreL9]

@@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv it’s a joy, my friend🤗

[@jaynerichardson3807]

Thank you for that. He certainly got around sounds like a nice man ❤❤😊

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

Yes he did 😁 Sadly not many photos of him available as it would have been good to see him with a lot of those artists he played with. So pleased you enjoyed it thank you as always for watching and commenting Jayne 🥰❤

[@Shawn-1971]

Great video. I kept thinking where have I seen him. Gilbert O Sullivan song Alone Again Naturally video, he plays the guitar solo.

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

Good spot! Will have to check that out, I love that song 🥰 Thanks Shawn I appreciate you 🤗

[@AlanAnderson-f9i]

@@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv kzbin.info/www/bejne/epCzXqlnd7uEpJo

[@bayridge99]

Excellent video. And thank you for not having background music!

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

So happy you enjoyed it thank you 🥰👍

[@raymondbonington9355]

Always remember him on the Tom jones show .

[@charlesboyle9223]

I saw Big Jim performing in the mid 70's with a Fusion band called Pacific Eardrum.

[@harvey1954]

Never saw An Everly Brothers Live in 1963 at the Olympia. What Stones tune did he play on ? That blonde with the sunglasses is Nancy Sinatra. Two of the Marty Wilde band went onto to become Shadows. It was Gilbert O'Sullivan that Big Jim paid tribute to with an album.

[@johnmontgomery9149]

Jim was a brilliant guitarist. Can I suggest a tribute to John Rostill of The Shadows who also played alongside Jim in Las Vegas with Tom Jones?

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

Popped him on the list thanks John 😃👍

[@tommybluebones8265]

The saddest thing is that he most likely played all the sitar parts on beatles album and never was clearly credited for it.

[@mnbv990]

I remember him on shang a lang. He made the rollers look tiny.😀😀😀😀

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

😄👌❤

[@evileyes4070]

Another great one❤. I thought of a consideration for you. Herman Brood Musician Painter Poet. Died aged 52 jump from top of Amsterdam Hilton

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

Oh dear that's very sad 😓 I don't think I've ever heard of him before so will check him out. Thank you very much for the suggestion and for your ongoing support my friend 🤗❤

[@evileyes4070]

@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv Reeling In The Years channel uploaded one of Herman tracks yesterday and I remember going to a concert 1990 he was something special .

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

@@evileyes4070 That's awesome! Yes he looks like a very interesting man. Look forward to delving into his story cheers 🥰👌

[@evileyes4070]

@@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv then I thank you from the family and a fan and a friend xx

[@chrisbacos]

This episode was fascinating. Practically a who's who of rock music. I had never heard of him before today. Earlier today I was listening to Millie Small and it dawned on me how about some Jamaican artists: Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Millie, Desmond Dekker, and Toots Hibbert. Whaddya think?

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

I've done Peter Tosh and no one really watched it sadly. Jamaican music is awesome, I just love it too Chris 🥰 Will have a look thank you! ❤️

[@weservine5480]

You forgot he played with Gilbert O Sullivan on one of Sullivan's big hits, Alone Again Naturally Here's the video that features Jim Sullivan

[@weservine5480]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/epCzXqlnd7uEpJo Alone Again Naturally with Jim Sullivan

[@petersheely7246]

👍😔

[@AlanAnderson-f9i]

Mick and Jim did the demo of "As Tears Go By" :- kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKbQg2dnhqZ3hM0

[@axxellein]

How Tall was J|im?

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

Not sure, just looked and couldn't find his height. Assuming 6 foot 4 or over perhaps? 😃

[@lamper2]

2:57 NO Stones except Jagger played on Some things just stick in your mind so did Jim really play on a Stones song?

[@HarmonyHeartsLifestyle-ul5yv]

Yes I know he played the sitar as the Rolling Stones performed “Paint It Black” live. Not sure what else he did with them but he did definitely play with them 😀👍💕

[@jamiedoyle3147]

Probably played on Beatles songs to

[@rocktober1327]

The fuzz box was used by George Harrison in1963 on Please Please Me, the only way to really hear it's effect is listening with head phones.

[@vincentl.9469]

you must have super human hearing !

[@rocktober1327]

@@vincentl.9469 Have you listened to it with head phones? I have been playing Guitar for 56 years but I don't have perfect pitch, and I think it is spoken about in the making of Please Please Me.

[@vincentl.9469]

@@rocktober1327 I'll give it a try some time ..

[@vincentl.9469]

@@rocktober1327 I did what you suggested. Twice. I cant detect fuzz. I think what could be coming through in short bursts is some distortion from the amp but for the most part it's a clean sound ..for me, there is no fuzz box in there ...

[@rocktober1327]

It says so in the book all the songs.