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What happens when up and coming legend Billy Strings sits down with the undisputed best banjo player in the world? Let’s find out....

First of all thank you for all the lessons and the react (more like amazing breakdowns) that you do!! Learning a lot about theory. Now for the song, I was hooked from the first bass lick and the voice control and range LP has is bonkers. I can guarantee in writing that you will not be disappointed by her singing.
The video is 4 years old but has half a billion views! I don't have the knowledge yet to tell if the guitar playing and scale/progression choice is mainstream or the lead and bass are throwing curveballs but the song as a whole is a masterpiece. I would love to hear your take on the song as your perspective always gives a clear and precise insight to the music magic happening inside. Please do a react for this song.

I would love to see you react to this! I just recently discovered Sonny, and I'm amazed that he isn't more well known. Definitely one of the greatest slide players ever. (Clapton said he is one of the most underrated musicians in the world.) I've loved Derek Trucks for a while now, and to see them solo off each other is just amazing. They both shine because each of them gives space for the other. The soloing has a very clear element of being a conversation. That on its own is a lesson for anyone who plays in a band. The rhythm section is also super tight.

I realized that I posted the music video instead of a live performance and couldn’t for the life of me find how to take it down, my apologies. But Jonny has an awesome souls-y, blues-y sound that’s just awesome. All of his songs are gems, but this is the first one I heard by him way back.

I know Les is a bass player but I'd love to see you react to this. Thank you for all you're doing for this community!

An awesome souls-y, blues-y sound. All of his songs are gems, but this is the first one I heard by him way back.

Hi Michael, love this artist I saw live a few times. He wrote this tune for the Woody Allen movie Midnight in Paris.
I can see arpeggios and lot of chromatic runs, but I am having trouble guessing the progression. I am in awe about this guy’s ability to find the ‘changing note’ and highlight the changes.
Hope you like it.

Luke Winslow King on slide resonator, Roberto Luti on electric slide.
I believe LWK wrote it.

Michael, you could drop Isbell's whole catalog in the queue and be blown away by every song. He's one of the best songwriters in a generation. He's an incredible guitar player too. We southerners are super proud to call him our own. He's connected through his stint in the Drive By Truckers to the Muscle Shoals music scene (Patterson Hood's dad David Hood was part of the legendary Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section also known as "The Swampers" ...see "Sweet Home Alabama"). But i think of all the tracks that will get your blood boiling, this version of "Goddamn Lonely Love" is incredible. Amazing horn section. Great guitar work. I've seen him play "flashier" longer solos than he plays here. But this is just so tasteful. He plays what the song demands and nothing more. The drummer is a machine and has the best facial expressions. Amazing lyrics...it's the total package. Check it out...(btw, your channel continues to be amazing. Thanks so much. I recently subscribed to your lessons, and I'm looking forward to brushing up my chops!)

Please Please Please do a review of this song. Your review of Kingfish's version of Empty Promises is what turned me onto your channel and your courses. I think this would be a great addition. Also, I just started your guitar courses and already you've unlocked doors for me and made me love the guitar again. I gave up learning years ago because I just couldn't seem to pick up on things like other people could. Turns out with the right teacher and lessons I can do it. Huge thanks man!

The infamous "Toxic Twins" with Whitford, Hamilton & Kramer holding it down. Keep that Train Rollin' all night long, friends! #AEROSMITH
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toxic_Twins
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerosmith
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A great example of Jason Isbell again. If you liked Cover Me Up, check this one out. His slide playing is beautiful and this is one of the better 400 unit songs that display his talent!

Mayer absolutely loses his mind in the third solo. Pretty standard Sugaree until he descends into madness here. One of my favorite DeadCo moments. He was feeling it on this hot one in Dallas.

Man, where do I begin with Theo Katzman. In my opinion one of the greatest songwriters of our time. His ability to write a vocal hook is insane. An ear worm in nearly every sone of his.
The control he has of his voice and instrument is second to none, especially when it comes to his guitar/scat solos. Man is fire! And his band does nothing else but compliment each other, all sitting so perfectly where they should be int he mix, even live.
This track combines a cover of my favourite bands of all time (Eagles) into a groovy, upbeat jam.

Hey man, big fan of your videos and your style of teaching. I know you've already done a few videos on Derek Trucks, but I think this one is definitely worth your attention, . Derek's playing is outstanding as usual but what caught my ear on this one was the bass solo about halfway through and right after when Derek trades licks with Benji Shanks of Blackberry Smoke. This video was my first time seeing anything with him in it and I was blown away at how he didn't miss a beat while playing alongside Derek. Seriously some unbelievable guitar playing all over this tune.

Awesome genuine musicians from the UK. Fantastic live performance

Would love to see a react to this legendary performance in memory of Charlie Daniels who passed away today at 83.

I've been a member of guitar Gate for about 2 weeks now, I've been playing guitar for about 19 years have been in multiple bands & I've mainly always been a rhythm player with limited soloing ability so that is the reason I joined your website to try & give myself that extra push to stop being the same that I've been for the last 12-15 years, so with that being said, I figure you might already know this tune but I'd like to see you break down the riffs cause there's like 3 different riffs & each one is like the coolest riff ever & I can't find any videos on it other than videos just showing how to play sections of the solo, thanks & I love your channel & I went through course 1 so far (even though I'm not a beginner) & I look forward to filling holes/blanks in my skill & knowledge to ultimately be able to hold my own when soloing

About 6:40 in he makes his guitar sing. Clapton said he has flow unseen since Jimmy (Hendrix)

Long raunchy jam leading into the song. Best version IMO, like so many of the songs from this show.
They Love Each Other, Half-Step Mississippi, Friend of the Devil, Peggy-O by light-years the best one.

I have been a fan of your channel for awhile now. After watching your Star spangled banner video I couldn't help but think you would love this for what is going on in the world right now.

About 6 minutes in he says things that are more than relevant to this day. Cheers man, I hope you enjoy. Happy 4th!

As someone who's been playing guitar for over a decade I've still never seen the same combination of techniques or an acoustic guitar piece so impressive. Many aspects of this performance I've still yet to see anywhere else. Would love to hear your thoughts on it!

Truly one of the most moving artists in my opinion. Chris had a short career and lived a hard life sadly dying from lung cancer in 2005. He spent most of his career living homeless and playing gigs to earn enough money for food and his habit. The video showcases two songs from his album Dirt Floor, but the song Wild Country, IMHO is truly his greatest. A metaphorical and prophetic prediction of is eventual end starts at 4:10 in the video. An iconic example of the resonator styles of old, mixed with some of the most technical and progressive harmonies and lead lines.