Wrecking Crew Guitarist Louie Shelton playing a 1988 Gibson ES-175D at Norman's Rare Guitars

Happy #GibSunday!!! Louie Shelton, the guitarist from The Wrecking Crew stop by #NormansRareGuitars and played some of the most iconic guitar parts of all time with our 1988 Gibson ES-175D. It was great to hear him, and he will be appearing at the Bake Potato this coming Wednesday, don't miss it!!
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[@timothycormier3494]

WOW!! This guy is responsible for some of the most iconic tunes in the last 40 plus years. Norm, thank you for putting this one on the channel

[@wesleyalan9179]

Timothy Cormier ....Hell yeah he was!, this was an Awesome video!

[@calmistheway]

Yeah this guy is like... "well... just sitting in the studio recording hits"...

[@A_29886]

Responsible. More like added too

[@jimladiana6212]

Hey Timothy, Louie's, Latin-fused solo on the Monkees, "Valeri" still knocks me out. BTW, this might be of interest. Thanks. stringsofmemories.com

[@ericcross7863]

Timothy Cormier check out Carol Kaye on you tube

[@elizabethcoleman5729]

Louie Shelton is one of the greatest Guitar players in the World he made a lot of people famous. Thanks Louie Shelton

[@zankyalbo2208]

I'll bet he's a good fisherman cause he put the hook in all my favorite tunes... thank you for my youth

[@69zenos1]

I don't get it....dad.

[@jdexposure]

Well, you KNOW he likes seafood. "Cause he's made a lot of clams doing what he loves...

[@sharonramone7186]

Great comment!

[@karmicselling4252]

We all know the Guitar Heroes ... Robert Johnson, Chuck Berry, BB King, Clapton, Richards, Hendrix, Beck, Page, Gilmour, Lukather, Knopfler, Van Halen et al. But there are also the Silent Guitar Heroes ... Kaye, Burton, Shelton, Tedesco, Vic Flick et al. Every bit as good and just as deserving of our adulation.

[@claytonwebb1999]

Atkins?? Louie credits him as one of his inspirations.

[@pitoraaijmaakers9733]

Dean parks….

[@karmicselling4252]

@@claytonwebb1999 Of course, how could I forget Chet.

[@PAD939]

Jerry Reed

[@Bradzhamo2781]

As an Australian i just want to say thankyou, Especially to you American folk because you guys always say such kind things about us Aussies and it really is nice to know that the rest of the world likes us! And i am truley greatful to have been born and raised in the greatest place on Earth. Stay safe America, god bless and cheers from Australia! And thank you Norm, love your videos! 🤟

[@Glicksman1]

Yeah, we like you guys even if you're all upside down.

[@Bradzhamo2781]

@@Glicksman1 haha cheers Brother

[@gymshoe8862]

If I am ever forced to leave the US I just pray I can make it to Perth!

[@oinkooink]

The world was most impressed with our brutal and hysterical lockdown measures. Aussie Aussie Aussie!

[@Magik1369]

Louie is a session legend. He's the guy you heard playing that sweet jazz tone on hundreds of hit records from the 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's etc. Great video.Legendary guitarist and musician.

[@ApeLikeCreature]

When I heard the songs that Louie played on, I realized that he was actually one of my earliest guitar heroes...seeing Mike Nesmith playing the solo to Valerie always left me with my jaw on the floor as a kid, it was Louie! The guitar work in Summer Breeze...Louie! The Jackson 5 stuff...and on and on. Now I know why I was partly drawn to certain songs, he was the guitar player on each and every one of them! A legend.

[@wongnaichungrd]

Had the same reaction to Valerie as a kid! What's that crazy good guitar? I live in Brisbane Australia and have seen Louie in local clubs as he lives just down the road on the Gold Coast. A true legend.

[@kauaiman1]

Ive been playing guitar for 50 years and stupidly enough I didn't know of Louie Shelton but heard him a great number of times as all people, Wow am Im stupid..Louie you are a class act. Thank you!

[@breakroommanager1]

Man , on top of being an amazing guitar player that is largely responsible for some of musics most iconic riffs, he is one heck of a swell guy it seems. So down to earth and humble . It would be a dream just to sit and talk with him . Class act !

[@pb12661]

most REALLY good players are humble.

[@ralex3697]

He is an iconic legend

[@ericcross7863]

Carol Kaye is another session player that'll blow your mind!

[@shannongordon6746]

Guitarist as well as a bassist.

[@paulbonner582]

We're so fortunate Louie found a new home in Australia these past 25-30 odd years...Happy to say I've had the honour to Record with Louie....

[@NoFretts]

Louie Shelton is THE MAN when it comes to session guitarists...absolutely fabulous player! Great to see him again. x

[@5four]

Best Norman's rare guitars segment I've seen to date.

[@scottfleming6166]

the best sets of hands I have ever seen play a guitar. Amazing touch, tone, taste and timing.

[@coopermagee8977]

He is outstanding to say the least. Today's " revered " guitarists are not even half the guitarist he is, in fact, they are not fit to carry his guitar case.

[@johnwattdotca]

1039sflem: I gave you a thumbs down just to be picky on you. You are correct about touch, tone, taste and timing, getting smooth jazzy... but... I didn't see him standing there, banging the guitar against his hip in beat for a rhythm treat, tapping the head-stock to make notes sustain forever, tapping the body, flipping switches, playing with his teeth, rubbing the neck on a mike stand....

[@johnwattdotca]

@@coopermagee8977 I'm giving you a thumbs down because he's not left-handed.

[@ralex3697]

@@coopermagee8977 So true, learning guitar from an app is not the way to go

[@jean-lucbersou758]

@@johnwattdotca YOU LOOK FOR A CLOWN . Lot have some ability with an instrument .....but not enough for sessions .!!

[@erikkibler3466]

Watching Louie play is like watching magic for me and I’ve been playing myself for 25 years.pure magic

[@vernonhoover1387]

Louie played with every big name out there.he helped most of them on their way.Louie,Larry carlton,and players like that helped us have the music we have today.great job louie!

[@bgierat]

He’s a gem. Just a real hero behind the scenes! Pure talent.

[@lesterpaul9657]

This man is born 1941 !!! Just music can keep you young and in good shape. Respect.

[@MattyK-USA]

Just a total legend. So humble, I could listen to his stories and playing for hours. Damn.

[@dougdavis8986]

MattyK USA : can you be a legend if no one knows your name?

[@MattyK-USA]

Doug Davis: Nope, but that's not the case here. Just because you haven't hear of him, doesn't mean he isn't really well known.

[@gymshoe8862]

@@MattyK-USA The public may not know his name but they all know his music by heart.

[@markv.5962]

@@MattyK-USA hes extremely well known in the guitar world

[@sassycat]

Amazing stuff, I could watch a three hour video of him sharing stories and playing.

[@gymshoe8862]

After a few beers and some other Crew members I bet the stories would be flying around one after another!

[@erikkibler3466]

He needs a podcast

[@margiesplace259]

love louie and what a humble man! Australia is lucky to have him. Glad he comes to visit and let us enjoy a lifes time of some of the best solos, riffs, presentation, phrasing on guitar. Hearts and applause

[@edjefferson9175]

How great his work will be enjoyed for centuries to come!

[@bikerbisht110]

When I see guys like this I realize I've lived through some of the best years of music

[@robertclymer6948]

Louie is so humble and real! One of the very best session musicians of all time. Thanks Norman for having Louie and giving us a thrill of all his monster hits.

[@johnshields6852]

My Mom loved Johnny Mathis. RIP Mom.🙏 Louie's amazing talent.

[@thatguitarguyBillyPezzack]

Never heard of him - but we've sure heard him a lot ! Louie's playing credits are like a jukebox of massive hits - hope he got royalty on some of those & not just session fee !

[@markjohnson7243]

This man has signature licks on the sound track of my life...

[@GPLP335]

Louie is beyond amazing. Unknowingly at the time, I grew up listening to all his fantastic guitar work. He's a true gift to music!

[@fredmclaughlin8234]

He made those tunes go to a new level with that guitar he's playing

[@montemichelbleu]

Applause at end is so well deserved for this legend. He must have had the attention of the whole gang at Norm's . Cool.

[@stevegosper8568]

Such a humble guy and a true national treasure.

[@sharonramone7186]

Thank you for the soundtrack of my life!

[@mikerevello3828]

I second that emotion! 😉

[@beenderedonedat]

This past Saturday i played a show and we had "I want you back" in the set and I learned it here on KZbin from this gentleman. Little did I know that he played on the actual take, stupid me. Great episode

[@frederickking1660]

Wow this guy is a national treasure. What an incredible player.

[@markwheeler9072]

Louie is such a humble guy and I am glad he lives here in my state . . I remember his input with Seales & Croft & still love his licks and solos . . . it takes me back to rich & exciting musical days. Thank you for that beautiful interview . . so very much appreciated.

[@ibleebinU]

I wish I could upvote this 1000x. Pure gold.

[@XLBiker13]

Wow! That was awesome. Thank you Louie Shelton for all the great music. And, of course, thank you Norm for doing your part to keep the music alive.

[@allen6924]

Just WOW 😳😳😳. He and Glen Campbell play a lot alike. Knowing each other so young, see the connection just with them playing. That's so cool.

[@PeteCalandra]

thanks for posting this one. These guys need to be shown as often as possible while they are still with us. A scene, sadly, that will never happen again

[@dougmcpheters1546]

One of the best videos from Norm's.

[@123uzuz]

Humble guy. Glad to have home here in Australia too.

[@3340steve]

Shelton's solo on Bob Scaggs Lowdown is one that upcoming soloists should definitely woodshed. Classic.

[@thezootsuits8151]

Fabulous player. The bass in that 175 is wonderful.

[@davidrouillard58]

I always loved that guitar solo from 'Lionel Ritchie's Hello' that was always my favorite part of that piece.

[@adamski101]

It's one of the all time classic guitar breaks.

[@JohnOhkumaThiel]

Holy Hendrix, this guy is an icon. Someone needs to get this guy his ‘52 Telecaster as quickly as possible.

[@alansturgess1324]

"Circling the drain" ... best quote I've heard this decade!

[@zazoomatt]

Thank YOU Louie Shelton. For Everything.

[@MitchGurowitz]

Legendary, & he’s so humble too.

[@BillyBongwaters]

I'm on a Louie Shelton Kick again today....he is fantastic

[@wesleyalan9179]

This was a sweet surprise! Awesome!

[@pallhe]

Never knew about Louie until now but he's obviously a phenomenal guitarist. I remember picking up the solo from "Hello" in my teens as the band I was playing in was sort of joking around with it. It was one of those songs that we found somewhat funny but still liked and respected. We were very impressed by the solo and I think I may have been under the impression that it was George Benson. I could pick up most of it from memory because it was so melodic and I had heard it so many times, probably on MTV in part. Love Louie's playing here. I want that ES-175D!

[@campfirecrooner]

A player like Louie Shelton naturally gravitates to a Gibson 175. The tone of this guitar is reminiscent of the 50s and 60s era of music when jazz was being played by all the session musicians of that era. Great to hear someone do justice to such a beautiful sounding instrument. Louie Shelton plays all the genres and make this guitar sound appropriate for any setting.

[@michaelanzelino5068]

Thank you Lou for all of the good sounds you've played over the years, bless you my man.

[@WS-ij1fu]

that first chord on Summer breeze yes

[@ralex3697]

The man is a genius Legend

[@trinityflow]

Wow! Great history of some of the best of the 60's and 70's. Thanks for sharing. Quite an unknown icon.

[@josephcorcoran8714]

I can never get enough of the Wrecking Crew stories.

[@lonesom]

You're looking amazingly great Louie!

[@marknorris3769]

hauntingly beautiful summer breeze if you are old enough to remember it very cool

[@ricklaino8996]

Great interview with a great guitarist! Very informative and interesting. ......Please do more like it Norm!

[@CaptainCraigKWMRZ]

I can't help but weep while watching this video. Those days are gone and if you weren't there, how sad for you.

[@stephenmccarthy1597]

This guy brought back so many memories of the radio in my parent s car his tone his style of playing the works of art he will leave behind can't be measured thanks norn please stay safe

[@garyb9565]

Wow!! Summer breeze by seals and crofts is my all time favorite song. Awesome player

[@kylekirkpatrick5715]

LEGEND STATUS! DUDE IS FREAKING MUSIC ROYALTY! 👑👑👑

[@alanscharrer5255]

I could listen to the history and antics of the Wrecking Crew for days. TRUE MUSICIANS AND PROFESSIONALS

[@tomcoryell]

Big love to Australia! Thanks for playing my music, wish my own country would!

[@MrMjp58]

A brilliant player with a great sound and feel. Responsible for some magic moments.

[@Skinny_Karlos]

Quite a few U.S citizens are coming down here to Australia and for the most part leave most of their past behind and become Aussies just like us. I think it says a lot about both countries 'cause when I ask any one of them that I meet if they'd go back it's a very quick "no way".

[@AdaptivePhenix]

Quite a few here in the UK. I just assumed it must be judge ordered 😁

[@Skinny_Karlos]

@@AdaptivePhenix Ha ha. Very good.

[@florencerussell3552]

A Legend and Unsung Hero.......the Vid is a must see

[@S69Classic]

Not only a great guitarist, played on so many hits, but most importantly one of the nicest human beings you'll ever meet.

[@dougdavis8986]

S69Classic : wow, did you meet him?

[@S69Classic]

a couple of times, at guitar shows or gigs that Louie's playing at.

[@tubularbill]

What a nice and humble man. An immortal legend.

[@themusicshopct]

Tone and chops like nobody else on Earth.

[@Skrelnick222]

Wow! What a legend.

[@philsarkol341]

what a nice humble man...great musician...

[@Keninoz1]

Another great Aussie guitarist. They live here, we own 'em :)

[@Dan.Solo.Chicago]

My brother has an ES175 like that one. It’s a mid 1960’s with just a single neck humbucker. That guitar has the best feeling neck I’ve ever played. Nice and thin.

[@comicblueswithjonygitar36]

Thank you Louie Shelton! Love to make the Wed 12th Baked Potato. This guy is one of greats!

[@Powertuber1000]

Wow... just wow.

[@musicmatty67]

Legendary and iconic that this man has been a part of some of the greatest music ever made. How unfortunate that this new generation is so detached and will never know any of that great music😳

[@ngunnawal_mick7845]

Circling the drain indeed! Hey that's me....... well and truly on the cemetery side of sixty. Those tunes were, and still are, a part of the soundtrack of my life. Goodonya Louie.

[@robertcollucci750]

LOUIE thank you for all you did for our ears your our American treasure

[@barackmycat9448]

True heroes stand the test of time.

[@waynegoff764]

So he's the guy who played all my favourite guitar stuff.

[@jimmypaulgaard3644]

Such a legend

[@royhanson3335]

so appreciate this man.......wow

[@jamescarter4175]

Fantastic! Thanks!

[@gottastayfocused]

Thak you Norm! For always putting a smile on my face and feel good about music! It's always historic when I see your videos, I need to come by and meet you. I'm like you come from the sixties. What a lovely man Louie Sheldon, I remember him from Silk Degrees when he was recording at Davlen Sound Studios.

[@Terryomalleyonline]

We will take this legend as an Aussie....all week!

[@StephenOshea]

a true legend indeed

[@theo1001]

What a joy! Loui. I wanted all my life to be one percent of your guitar solo feeling. IT is Pure magic.

[@TC-bl9gx]

Thank u Louie for all your work, and Norman for sharing

[@davidbakerscuba]

Wow, I never heard of him but what an iconic guy. He has played on so many things I’ve loved over the years.

[@jnucleo]

So humble, but what a great story. The new generation should be taking cues from gentlemen like Louie.

[@chrisbirch1469]

Only discovering him now, but imagine how different so many songs would be without him, legend!

[@faizalabdoelrahman2311]

Living legend.

[@crilf5830]

Thanks Norm! Legend!

[@chrismaines1285]

Very great artist that’s been on everything over the years. So clean.

[@slickmic6113]

wow!!! what a special treat this guy is an encyclopedia of musical history

[@gregmirr]

Thanks Norm for interviewing the best guitarist of our time .. well done .

[@paramediccpo]

Oh my God this guy is an actual living legend Somebody should write a song about this unsong hero

[@bobwaldman9996]

WHAT A WONDERFUL THRILL TO SEE LOUIE HE PLAYED ON SO MANY RECORDS OVER 40 YEARS WHAT A SUPER COOL CAT