The Wrecking Crew's Louie Shelton and the 1952 Fender Telecaster

"Chats with Guitar Cats" Episode #1
I surprise studio legend Louie Shelton as we recall his younger years by pulling out a guitar like the one that started it all for him as Little Junior Shelton back in Little Rock Arkansas - a genuine vintage 1952 Fender Telecaster.
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#guitar #motown #interview

[@RickHollis]

I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@markweber1677]

Loop P

[@geraldjensen9399]

Louie was/is a prodigy, cool gracious man.

[@peteraddison4371]

... having an original 1952 Fender Telecaster, or even an exact copy re-issue, "IS" my wildest dream guitar. NOT ONLY BECAUSE I WAS BORN IN THAT YEAR, but & because, Leo Fender was THEE STRATARARIUS MASTER LUTIER INSTUMEÑT MAKER of the 20th century, if not, the modern era ...

[@jonlennon3348]

I think I know who might have Lou's guitar. Tell him to get his manager to get ahold of G.E. Smith He was on the early saturday night live band. He has a double cutaway just like he describes.

[@paddymaxwell]

Is that ( G.E. Smiths double cut)not regarded as being the Bob Dylan tele, from the famous 66 tour?

[@pablodebiddlybo3771]

An absolute studio icon and such a humble guy. His tone is still solid gold

[@RickHollis]

It’s in his hands :)

[@ebay9302]

He really has no tone. He just plays the notes with out much expression. Technically great but whatever...

[@Zacharia503]

@@ebay9302 Oh, go back to sleep...

[@Perromedico]

@@ebay9302 Lol. Whatever. As you said...😅

[@jonathanhandsmusic]

And his chops are pretty good too!

[@willieg4632]

I’m hooked on watching everything Louie Shelton after learning a little bit about his musical legacy and legendary career a few days ago. I’m 65 years old now and I’m a little ashamed I didn’t know more about him sooner after growing up a big Jackson Five fan.

[@geoffreykeane4072]

Same

[@johnny6strings]

Same thing happened to me!!

[@erikkibler3466]

Don’t feel bad there’s a lot of incredible talent out there😊

[@kenlawson4460]

@@erikkibler3466 I'm 81 in two days time and had not heard the name even being a guitar geek. I must have heard him lots but never knowing who it was. Not any more.

[@alwolf2325]

They throw the "legend" tag around all willy nilly these days, but Shelton is a legit one.

[@RickHollis]

I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@stephenbru]

You are so right my friend!👍

[@mnelson56]

...he covers Elton John's "Tiny Dancer". Love it.

[@rcsutter]

Man I just love it when I stumble across a gem like this on youtube. I was one of the millions of teens that started playing electric guitars in the mid 60's, inspired by guitar playing like Mr. Shelton's on so many songs of that era. It's a gift he gave me and I still enjoy to this day very much. Especially now, when we are under stay-at-home orders. If it weren't for guitar playing I'd probably go nuts. Sincere gratitude to you Mr. Shelton. You did a really good job with this Rick, especially considering it was the first interview you did and an impromptu get-together. I was spellbound the entire video. Thanks to you as well, take care. I'll be watching for the next time you get together with Mr. Shelton.

[@musket-hc1fc]

I agree. Thank God for the guitar. Especially now.

[@RickHollis]

I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@jordymaas565]

@@RickHollis ever out west, give us a holler; W.A. cheers.

[@JamesWilliams-en3os]

Louie’s guitar work on the Monkees’ records were hugely influential on me. I became a guitar player because of his playing

[@thestuffmikedoes2309]

When you mic’d it up I got the exact same feeling as when you’re at a restaurant, really hungry, and you see your server walk up with your food

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- ​​@B77Q​

[@NickRatnieks]

Louie Shelton leaves all others standing choking in his dust- but he's just a down-to-earth guy.

[@RickHollis]

NickRatnieks On top of a great career, Louie is a lovely chap.

[@RickHollis]

I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@joe22589]

No flashy effects, no one trick pony - just world class proper musicianship

[@RickHollis]

I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@rudybigboote3883]

Yep, plug the guitar into the amp and let's go!

[@robertclymer6948]

Thank you Rick for this outstanding video. What a talent Mr Shelton is and has remained all these years. He is so humble and down to earth. Love him and his phenomenal playing.

[@RickHollis]

Thanks Robert. Louie really is a lovely chap regardless of his phenomenal career.

[@RickHollis]

I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@jenniferlawrence2701]

What a lovely chap. Very generous with his time. Thanks

[@muratgurelmusic]

Brilliant interview. Thanks for the addition of a real 52 also.

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@brianirving814]

I'm 52 vintage, heard much playing, never could myself, half hour of joy, I roadied for years, many fab players, this a cut above, thanks guys, massive respect ..

[@RickHollis]

Thank you for watching.

[@hollybo3986]

Mr Shelton is a genuine guitar player and sounds so humble for his past en devours in pop music

[@alwolf2325]

Yummy.

[@jstnxprsn]

I know, right. You'd think he was just some living room guitarist or something. Complete humility. The anti- Kanye. LOL

[@RickHollis]

I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@DemnRaig80]

But he's not the humbler

[@shaunw9270]

This is such a great relaxed , natural interview and Louie's playing so bloody awesome, I must have watched this half a dozen times over the last 2 years ! 👍👍👍

[@stratolestele7611]

The value of that '52 instantly increased. Louis is such a great player, gentleman, and interviewee. I always enjoy seeing and seeing him. Brother - "Leo almost got it right with the Tele." implying that the Strat was/is perfection. I'm surprised you said that. Louis, ever the gentleman, politely corrected that mis-step.

[@bartnettle]

FENDER should find him an original or at the very least a Anniversary reissue

[@steveb9325]

Last count Keith has 12 52's. I bet if Keith knew Louie wanted a 52 Keith would give him one of his. Lord knows he deserves it

[@MrMd5555]

@@steveb9325 you know that's great & all, I'm all for capitalism & free market & more power to Keith he's certainly earned it & able to spend his money how he pleases but there is a little something off putting about people collecting or hoarding a majority of vintage instruments & artifically driving up supply & demand even more than it should be.

[@steveb9325]

@@MrMd5555 we're talking Keith Richards brother. A rock guitarist icon that does this for a living. I've got nothing to do with it. I'm thankful for the guitars I have. They're paint brushes for me. I'm a musician.

[@steveb9325]

@@MrMd5555 get your point and agree, been going on for decades. I'll never get my dream vintage Martin even if I won the lotto I'd never spend quarter million on a guitar. It's all subjective bro

[@brothermike2506]

Perhaps they Should've built A Sig. model for him.They built a john5 model for him. yikes 😞

[@OFR]

I have a 1952 Tele. The newer ones - even late 50s, don't compare. There's one reason why they are SO valuable. They are not so thin and spiky, although they are still like a Tele. They have wooden warmth, kind of a sweetness - as you can hear here. They tend to be lighter (not much paint or lacquer at all) and easier to play than many later ones.

[@rogerwilliams2629]

An honor to hear him speak of his influences and hear him play.

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@rockinguitar101]

Louie is an amazing player, I have been playing guitar for decades and I still have a hard time playing out of the box. Please more of Louie Shelton

[@RickHollis]

More coming :)

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- ​​@B77Q​

[@lenniemacdonald2598]

This guys great. So humble can play anything. Thanks for posting

[@RickHollis]

Thank you, Louie is truely great.

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@frantisca]

What a dignified gentleman Louie is ! Guitarist, showman, producer, he must have played with half of the planet's professional musicians during his sessions and still remains modest and gentle... Is that a Vox Pathfinder in the background ?

[@RickHollis]

I have 2 Vox Pathfinders and an AC10 in here so without watching the video again, I’m gonna say yes. Louie is indeed a dignified gentleman.

[@HektorBandimar]

Absolute respect to you Sir, you are a talented musician who has learned your craft to perfection. A great guitarist and a truly humble gentleman.

[@virginiareece5620]

Hi Junior, Virginia Brannon here, not many of us Barnyard Frolics kids left. Love to hear you play, Greetings from Little Rock!

[@LouieShelton]

Hi Virginia, so nice to hear from you..can you look me up on Facebook...I'd love to catch up.

[@pweston65]

@@LouieShelton this is inspiring hope y'all are able to catch up and i'm loving this video i mean my being a man who had no idea of your playing with T-Bone Walker or the jackson 5 really??? Cool

[@RickHollis]

@@pweston65 I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@davidt9841]

Oh, my goodness! Thanks Rick, for posting this interview and Thank You Mr. Shelton for all the wonderful music you’ve shared with us for all these many, many years! Legendary!! Play On!!!

[@b3j8]

Loved that little bit there he did on Chet Atkins. Always loved his stuff too! Thanks for this video! Great music to get your mind off all the craziness right now!

[@michaelheller8841]

What a fantastic player Shelton is. This whole interview surprised me of how actually good he is, he went from rockabilly, country to Segovia and Bach. Fender should make his own signature Tele 52' is an understatement. There is a reason why all of these known musicians hired him.

[@sirfultonbishop]

Right! C’mon Fender! Step up! It’s the right thing to do!

[@mitchellhaller7190]

Great interview. Learned a lot. Very interesting to hear Mr Shelton explain what he is thing when he plays. Interesting also to see Mr Shelton switching between classical position to hold the guitar (between his legs) and conventional modern position (on one leg).

[@RickHollis]

I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@johnypitman2368]

I have a special place in my heart for the unknown session musicians

[@seanemmettfullerton]

Tiny Dancer (Elton John) tune!! Thanks Rick! I first heard Louie on the Silk Degrees record (Boz Scaggs).

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@StratsRUs]

Such a wonderful ' vocal' guitarist that bursts out of a song. Thank you

[@ronburati257]

Thanks for doing this. Louie has been and is still a guitar idol for me.

[@RickHollis]

You're welcome, Ron. Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@charlie-obrien]

My father's family was from Nashville. We used to visit there when I was a kid and no trip was complete without a matinee at the Grand'Ole Opry. I grew up a Rock era guy and then became a jazz buff. But there is nothing like hearing some good old country pickin' played by a man who walked the red clay. Little Junior Shelton sure came a long way from Arkansas, but he still has it in his fingers and his soul.

[@thestuffmikedoes2309]

I’d never heard of this guy before this interview. The whole conversation was amazing and his playing had me absolutely gripped

[@commentatron]

Check out his YT channel, it's awesome.

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@ishratfirdousi7182]

The guitar becomes a real live thing in Shelton's hands. The magic is still very much there.

[@johnscott7995]

Shelton is like a national treasure for his guitar ability and his amazing list of credits. There was a point in time I thought there must be all these great guitar players in all these different bands, turns out it was this guy, and perhaps a few others. Thanks for the great contributions to music Louie!

[@martydibergi5228]

Met the Hellecasters and after a brief rehearsal Jerry Donahue gave me a two hour louie shelton lesson fingerpicking i was in heaven thank you Louie and Jerry still have trouble with last train to clarksville

[@bombaybeachrevival3064]

he is wearing a BB King T-shirt with the Album art for LIVE in Japan, my fave LIVE record! and he jams Bach. LEGEND

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@massimos6863]

Totally awesome guitarist and awesome Man ❤🎸

[@Jackg1949]

Louie Shelton, what an amazing guitar player....and a mild mannered gentleman. Loved listening to his stories, thank you

[@udohoppe6243]

Man what a great tone and sound Louie Shelton has in his fingers with this amzing sounding Tellie 52 and the Fender Deluxe. And this 2 guys are very sympetic i must say. I love Tellies! The "honest" guitar I know. Which everyone a lucky day _ greets Udo

[@mikelliteras397]

How many 60 yr olds would love to be able to move their hands and fingers like that, never mind a guy pushing 80. We’re losing our national treasures frequently now, it’s great that there’s video of these guys and others, now.

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@sodoffski5642]

What talent; mind blowing

[@willissmith190]

This is awsome brother and such a great watch.love that ol skool sound..traverse picking n chet Atkins yea ima google watch n learn some..hi from nz👍

[@RickHollis]

Willis Smith Glad you liked it Willis :)

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- ​​@B77Q​

[@CountJayeAndTheHardBeats]

Awesome. Thank you.

[@ronherrera8327]

His humble young years sound like Carol Kaye. She was a poor little girl who was taken under the wing of a guitar instructor. The rest is history.

[@douglascollman7341]

Very enjoyable interview. The time flew by . Going to play it over and listen again. A real pleasure to hear this ! 👍🏼 Thanks very much 😀

[@jamiethomson8494]

How could there be any thumbs down ,this is the one of the finest melodic guitar players in history! Awesome interview too, just a great inspiring 40 minutes!!..thanks

[@regaltip8A]

I played a show where Louie was filling in for our guitarist. I didn't get as chance to speak to him and I wasn't told his name. From the first tune I knew he was world class. In the set break I spoke to him and when he introduced himself I nearly fell over. I knew of him instantly. I was only 24 at the time

[@RickHollis]

I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@nigman2023]

Louie Shelton and Tommy Tedesco and Larry Carlton are my favorite Guitarist of all time grew up listening and emulating Louie's riffs on guitar and never knew it until the internet I wished I had him as my guitar teacher growing up thanks Louie.

[@davidreed6264]

Love Roy Buchanan and his Telecaster blues great guitar player

[@LoveRackett]

It's a wonderful show everything was perfect. Thank you !

[@danieldevine8588]

Louie obviously still loves to just play guitar. It's a pleasure listening to him tell old stories and talk/play guitar. Still looks pretty good for 80 too. God bless him.

[@lueysixty-six7300]

80??! Nooo waaaay! He looks no older than when he was 50!

[@Blkojo]

Turns 79 tomorrow.

[@RickHollis]

@@Blkojo I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@Blkojo]

@@RickHollis Reminder is set. Thanks. By the way, I learned Louie's "Last Train to Clarksville" solo from one of his videos recently. And yes, I play it on a Telecaster.

[@tjnugent62]

There is nothing like a 52 Tele. Nothing! It sings on its own. It makes you sound amazing. A give a lot to the guitar. It has a soul of its own.

[@musket-hc1fc]

I wish I had bought a Tele in the early 60's, instead of the Gibson Johnny Smith model that I had. A 52 Tele and a Fender Deluxe Reverb amp! What a wonderful outfit that would have been.

[@122Music1]

Wilson Picket? Said, " Who R these white boys" Where's the band?"... Nice! Thanks for the music! And the revelation of anyone with soul an rhythm can make greatness regardless of bloodlines. Piece

[@davidkellymitchell4747]

Great musician ! Enjoyed the interview!

[@brendans1952]

Living history . Stay forever young Lou

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@thegolfnut812]

Wonderful interview. Enjoyed getting to know Louie Shelton and what he did. Nice Tellies, have one myself (remake). Love the way it plays.

[@paulwatson9217]

Upmost love & respect to you Mr Shelton. Thank you so much for the pleasure you’ve given to millions of people around the world not to mention the admiration of musicians young and old alike, thank you and god bless you.

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@BernieHollandMusic]

That last little bit at the end sums you up Louis - it made me chuckle as well - thank you for bringing some sunshine into the darkness of this lockdown - you are truly a kind soul - it is no wonder that you have done so well in life - what would I give to have an hour playing with you !

[@gregrhodes6802]

He looks really good for a guy who has to be in his late 70’s don’t ya think...???

[@thetruthchannel349]

Ya he was 78 here.

[@iconoclastKM]

I'd be interested to get his thoughts on pick- ups as well as his thoughts on on Les Paul models. And his thoughts on the acoustic guitar in relation to his session work as well. What a very nice, friendly and humble fella Louie Shelton is; I am very impressed by this man..!

[@RickHollis]

@@iconoclastKM I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@retrothingz]

Good interview. Very interesting......even for those of us who can't play a note of guitar

[@ralex3697]

He is 79 now

[@Doones51]

One thing i noticed is his laser-like focus when he plays. Super concentration. Thanks for the show.

[@jaysjams1517]

I was waiting for you to tell him that was his Tele and you were giving it to him.

[@MickeyMetalmjl]

nicely done thanks

[@wildbillhackett]

His most memorable playing for me was on the Monkey's tune "Valerie." Aside from Jimmy Bryant I had never heard anybody play that fast, clean, and melodic all at once back then.

[@AllenPinchloaf]

A living legend Mr Shelton

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@randalldickson2270]

Incredible! You can actually see his eyes light up like he's seeing an old friend when he gets a hold of the original 52. I got a little misty. After hearing the first strum. Just wonderful!

[@Dam-oH]

Came to this late. Really enjoyed it !

[@bones11252]

38 Minutes of Pure Bliss! Players like this should be coveted.

[@RickHollis]

Thank you Brian. Glad you enjoyed it. I'll be having a live chat with Louie here on my channel soon. Subscribe and notification bell to stay in the loop :)

[@rivierabeachmike]

Even in this relaxed environment, Mr. Shelton's time is perfect. His ability to play perfectly in tune , pure tones are a very Rare Jem indeed. M. CASWELL

[@craigramseur2377]

The intro to "Valleri" by the Monkees is brilliant. I went looking for the player and found Mr. Shelton. He's amazing.

[@kevski61]

Brilliant.Great balance of interview and playing.

[@RickHollis]

Thank you. This was my first attempt at an interview. I've done 50 since and still find it hard to watch myself.

[@dldave1978]

Louie Shelton....amazing player who seems like a wonderful, down to earth guy. I’ve even asked a question on his Facebook posts and he’s quick to respond and kind.

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- ​ kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@williamkerr3350]

Thats one great conversation right there mate ,well done and thank you.

[@JohnDoe-pm3oq]

"This might be mine. I've been looking for it for a lot of years," said Louie. Too funny! Genuinely good hearted man.

[@soulstalgiarecords77740]

I have huge respect for the Session Guitarist of the Soul Philly Era, and also the Kool & The Gang Guitarist... But if I had to give the trophy for the best and most versatile session guitarist of Soulful Music I have to give this man Top Honours...

[@tomjones2348]

Growing up in the 60s and early 70s, I heard Louie's brilliant playing, but of course did not know he was the guy. What a great guitarist.

[@jonathanhandsmusic]

Very cool and interesting. He’s a living history of the early days. Way cooler guitar player than the modern types.

[@jeffwyatt7199]

Such a talent. You can tell he just loves playing. Just a tele into a delux is such an amazing sound. 67 year old gear and sounds better than most stuff built now.

[@Kushalien51_nv]

Not in my case my tele mij and sound better than a few vintages somewhere out there but yeah I agree depends

[@whitemellon]

Wow, he is incredible, I really enjoyed that interview. Thank you.

[@frankfoleyjapan]

Absolutely loved this interview! A humble legend interviewed by a well-informed and respectful host. Well done and thanks!

[@kateconway-hickman5945]

Thank you!

[@norman2999]

Some gave this a thumbs down? THUMBS DOWN? The reason is jealousy. Pure & simple jealousy. Unreal talent & humility=Mr Shelton. Calm, cool attitude reminds me of Keith Richards!! I wish I could meet Mr Shelton to say thank you for all he's done for the world of music, and for guitar & guitarists!! Thank you, Mr Shelton from Norman H in Montreal, Canada. Please come up here!! Maybe for the Jazz Fest? We can't wait to see/hear you!!

[@thestuffmikedoes2309]

Nor man honestly, some people are just strange. It doesn’t even matter what the video is, people will just give it a thumbs down.

[@commentatron]

@@thestuffmikedoes2309 Or is it the big red button syndrome? What ever you do DON'T push that big red button!

[@thestuffmikedoes2309]

commentatron2000 kinda falls under the same “category” of what I meant-people will do something because they can

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- ​​@B77Q​

[@zymmer4]

I had tears in my eyes hearing the chet atkins stuff being played so well.

[@saidinjest]

He does not look like a man born in 1941. I think it's because he got to experience a lot of the good things about being in the music industry without all of the bad things that come w/ the fame. What a cool story he has!

[@mikeg3660]

Class act …wonderful player of the instrument.

[@JohnDoe-pm3oq]

Rick, thank you for not only providing a '52 tele, but the '52 tube amp, too! When Louie picked a little, the magic of a true maestro was on display. [big smiley face]

[@RickHollis]

John Doe Thank you. When I got my hands on them for a day or two, I just HAD to have Louie come over and play it. Did you catch the live chat I just did with Louie a couple of days ago?

[@peteandrews7169]

FANTASTIC interview thanks for posting, man what a great guitarist

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@ronchrisman]

There was no "wrecking crew" until 1983. That's when Hal made up the name for his book. Their name was "The Clique" throughout the 60s and early 70s. He changed the name because of the other drummers that actually worked more than Hal like Earl Palmer......and on and on.

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- ​​@B77Q​

[@tadsomato1940]

This guy is amazing.

[@RickHollis]

And such a pleasure to work with. That goes a long way in the industry.

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@aloikari7745]

My first Louie moment was the fierce Spanish flavored soloing on the Monkees' "Valleri". Not a huge fan of the song itself, but that guitar work was jaw-dropping. Nobody was doing that for late 60s pop-rock.

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- ​​@B77Q​

[@christopherkuefler9839]

Louie seems like such a sweetheart of a guy.

[@douglaspera1268]

Liked this session you let the legend do the talking very nice i subscribed

[@RickHollis]

Thank you, Douglas. Did you catch the more recent live stream interview I did with Louie as part of my Chit Chats With Guit Cats series on my channel?

[@gnawbabygnaw]

When the interviewer doesn’t recognize the theme to The Beverly Hillbillies, more conformation that I’m OLD. Really enjoyed this 🤙🤙

[@jeffhux8806]

Fascinating , what a true treasure . Louie is so humble and soooo talented . The amount of input he has had on the soundtrack of our lives is incredible . Listening to him and his stories is the kind of history lessons I love ! Thank You !!!

[@jamesmormile5608]

Louie, fascinating video...your just a National treasure. Guitarists across the land like myself have come to respect and emulate the founding "fathers" of America's music. James Burton, Albert Lee, Vince Gill, Chet Atkins, Louie Shelton. You guys are on MT Olympus for a reason. Its your gift you've given to all the rest of us, your incredible God given talent. Enjoy the view Louie you've earned it

[@almirantenelson1469]

I'm also a Big Chet Atkins fan. The distorted sounds with modulations are exciting but nothing like a clean Telecaster tweed sound.

[@guitarsncarsnart]

"i need my thumb-pick to play this but... " then plays it perfectly. A master....

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- ​​@B77Q​

[@andrewtannenbaum1]

What a treat. Bach on a 1952 Fender Telecaster. Kind of like a period instrument performance.

[@zazoomatt]

Such a Enjoyable Person of Life's Youth he is moving Better than Ever Louie Shelton to never be Forgotten and Always Pursued for a reason, SO Pleas'in. Love you Louie. Thank YOU

[@RickHollis]

I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@ScottsGuitar]

Antonio Lauro! That’s the last thing I thought I’d see is Venezuelan Waltz’s 😂 super cool

[@Eisenhower42]

Wow! I'm from Pine Bluff, Arkansas! Born and raised there, from 1971 - 2003 and have been living abroad ever since. Does Mr. Shelton remember the name of the music store where he got his '52 Tele? It probably didn't exist anymore when I was growing up, but there was a music store on Main Street called Wallick Music that was in business for more than 70 years. I wonder if that was it?

[@RickHollis]

I invite you to come join Louie and I in a live stream chat in a few days time and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@Eisenhower42]

@@RickHollis Very cool! I will try to do that.

[@RickHollis]

Louie and I are doing a live stream chat in a few days time. You're invited to come along and ask him your questions via the live chat window/ You can set a reminder here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K7n6GgiKdqbbM

[@HD35MAN]

I really really enjoyed this thank you so much for inviting Louie

[@RickHollis]

Thank you for watching. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@robiandolo]

For me the simplicity of the Tele is the beauty of it! It’s the last guitar I bought and it’s the one I play the most, and I have 7 electrics.