RIP Stevie Ray Vaughan (October 3, 1954 - August 27, 1990), aged 35 And RIP Jeff Healey (March 25, 1966 - March 2, 2008), aged 41 You both will always be remembered as legends.
I agree Jeff was a beast but being equal with Stevie is a stretch. I think if Stevie had an equal it would have been Jimi. No offense meant, just my opinion. 🤟✌️
Healy was the best thing to come out of Canada as far as blues guitarists are concerned. Got to see him live in the 90's. RIP to both these fine gents.. Legend has it, if you listen closely toward the sky you can faintly hear them cranking out the tunes : )
Thanks for posting this! I was in the audience for this show. I managed Jeff's band in the early days and saw him produce genius almost every night for several years. He was truly an utterly unique and profoundly gifted guitarist. He also happened to be a lovely guy as well. Miss him.
The Guitologist Yeah, he really came loaded for bear, especially knowing he was gonna be jamming with SRV. If you couldn't play like he did, hell, imagine the intimidation factor. Once more I learned a lot that I didn't know. In this case about Jeff Healey, who I did know could play, but damn!
I saw Jeff Healy perform just a few short years before he passed and it was at a SRV memorial concert that was held annually in the Dallas Texas area. Jeff had the utmost respect for SRV and wanted to honor him. Such a treat to see him up close and personal. There probably wasn't more than 200-300 folks seeing him. Incredible.
It was amazing how Jeff Healey and Stevie Ray Vaughn ever finished a performance. I can picture their guitars catching fire and exploding halfway through every song.
Jeff Healey is a national treasure here in Canada, and I've never seen this particular clip. Thank you!! It doesn't get any better than these two blues greats playing together live!!
Stevie and Jeff had a fantastic chemistry that brought the best out in both of them and challenged them to stretch their abilities to the limits; this is perhaps the epitome of what could and would happen when they shared the stage
As his rendition of Blue Jean Blues.. Even more, at least to me that is.. It's like what Tin Pan Alley is to Stevie, so to say And then there is Hideaway, ... offcourse
You make a good point about how Healey held his own with the great SRV. It is one thing to be a Jeff Beck or an Eric Clapton with an established reputation as a guitar god and cutting heads with SRV, but if this is circa 1987, Healey had yet to blow people's minds with "See the Light". The fact that he didn't just sit there and strum throughout the entire song shows he had cojones the size of cannonballs! Another thing I found extraordinary about Healey was that for someone with as unorthodox a technique as you can get on the guitar, the sound that was coming out of his amp was absolutely pukka blues. Unfortunately, both men are no longer of this world, but I am grateful that they were.
Stevie inspired me to pick up the guitar when I was 24. I'm 54 now and I'm still picking up the guitar because of him. Credit to Healey here as he matches Stevies passion. Tough too do. Awesome!
When the greats pick up their instrument it becomes a living being. One thing I have noticed with blues artists is they love to share the stage with other blues artists, this time it was magic.
Excellent video. 👏. What’s just as amazing is that Jeff Healy was about 21 and SRV was about 33, when this was filmed. They sounded amazing together. ❤️ May both of them RIP and continue to make amazing sounds in guitarist heaven.
There is something so special, so beautiful, and so emotional in this performance. I loved/love Jeff and SRV. I don't want to come across as patronising, as I know that Jeff wanted to be known for his musical ability as a person, not as a 'blind' person playing the guitar, however, when I watch Jeff and knowing he is blind, when we lose one of our senses, the others are more heightened. His sense of hearing and feeling is so obvious to us that have vision, and it's more emotional to watch Jeff becoming so moved by the music, and Stevie loving watching him too. I wish he knew that I for one, bought his first few albums, without any knowledge he was blind. I just heard his songs on the radio and loved his voice and guitar playing. There wasn't YT when he first came on to my radar. Sometimes it's better that way. But I will admit I was surprised when I found out about him. And I could tell by your face Fil, you were as moved as I was, and I still am! Thanks for reviewing these two amazing men.
Samaa Hammam This, to me, shows he is a master. He never saw it. He played it in an antithetical way to how people with vision play and he could jam on an equal level with Stevie. 2 masters shared the stage that night, one who envisioned it all in his brilliant musical mind, and one who had vision and could play his guitar behind his back without seeing it better than most all of his peers playing it where they could see it. Hope they both come back and bless us again. Bless them both.
I still get goosebumps whenever I see Jeff get up during a solo... Miss them both terribly. Also, I echo what others are saying - your enthusiasm is infectious Fil! Thanks for these!
I dare say, I think that was the first time I ever saw Jeff Healey on film STANDING up! Something about playing with SRV brings a spirit into the room that causes others to rise in joy with him
His only problem was being Canadian. Unless you’re an american or british guitarist, you’re at a distinct disadvantage for exposure. Healey stands at the head of the class with Stevie in my opinion.
Stevie Ray Vaughn with Jeff Healey and Jeff Beck opening. Toronto Skydome. I wuz there! But actually, the first time I saw Jeff Healey was when a buddy and I went to a jam night at a small basement room in Markham, Ontario, Canada, and Jeff and friends came in to join us. He got up and jammed a half dozen songs for us. A lifetime memory for me and my friend.
Wow that's awesome! It's amazing that artists like this leave a back catalogue more impressive then some artists who have been around for twice as long. Taken way too soon.
I saw Roadhouse with my friends. I refused to leave until the credits reveled who that amazing guitar player was. Went out the next day to the record store. Jeff Healey was an amazing treasure.
Ah, the days before the internet when you could simply have googled it. No RU-vid, so you had to teach yourself to play by figuring out what what the musicians were doing on your own. No music downloads, so you had to go to the record store. Memories.
@@richardpowell1772 it makes me cringe when I see people pleading “for the guitar tab” in commenting on a video. Just listen to it. Watch a video. Learn the chords. And play it!! Hendrix, BB King and SRV never had guitar tabs. They just listened to the songs, and practised until they could play them. Then they exploded into the stratosphere and gave us all that great music!
In 1984 I was the guitarist in my Toronto area high school "Jazz band" that made it to the finals in a inter-school music competition. The high school we were up against played first. Their first tune was a jazz rock thing and in the middle solo break, out came this sound (really, out of nowhere...because I didnt hear much guitar till that point, just some chord work, and the guy was hidden in the back row and couldnt see him)..a sound I will never forget in terms of how it just mesmerized me. These were the greatest licks I ever heard...smooth, melodic, tasteful, beautiful tone and lightning fast but with more feel than I thought possible from a guitar. A bunch of us just stood up and moved to the side so we could see who this was doing this (it had to be a fake, a tape...lol). When I got right up beside the pit here was this guy playing on his lap, clearly blind, playing away with such intensity and yet such obvious joy. After they finished, my band mates gave me a "poor you" look before we went up. I almost felt like I wanted to just run away. I mean, we were a good band and I was a decent 17 year old guitarist. But I felt like I was going up against what I had just decided was the greatest blues guitarist I had ever heard. I was way out of my league LOL. We played well, but there was no way this other school wasnt winning that competition. Afterwards, the two bands got together to jam out a couple songs (the band leaders / music teachers were friends it turned out) and I met Jeff, played a bit with him, went out for a smoke (and a joint) with him, sneaked a couple beers down before their school bus left, and exchanged numbers. we had loose plans for him to give me lessons...till my teacher reminded me that the way he plays it on the lap and top-down with his hands etc would probably not allow me to learn much anyway. I kinda knew that was true, but I was just so keen to get to know this guy more. We did in fact meet up a couple more times, including at one of his gig (he was in a Cream tribute band) then I went off to Uni right around the time he was "discovered". I was so happy for him. Never spoke with him again. Honestly, a super nice, totally humble dude. But so dedicated and passionate about music...blues, rock, jazz. And still IMO one of the best rock/blues guitarist ever. His hand technique gave him such a massive range on the fretboard...so (as he told me then) it allowed him to do pull-offs, bends and hammers that would simply be impossible for anyone playing it conventionally. But even just his rhythm playing and chords...so colourful and brilliantly textured and TASTEFUL. When SRV was tragically killed I wondered if Double Trouble would maybe link up with Jeff. To be honest Jeff's backup band during his heyday, both very good players, IMO really didnt have anywhere close to the soul/feel that Jeff possessed. I felt that maybe with a better/different band he might have avoided some of the kinda generic and heavily produced cover tunes he put out, with more barebones and higher-fueled blues in the manner of SRV (or like in "See the Light"). Jeff was such a nice guy and I wondered maybe at times "too nice" for music industry - much of which seemed to me tried to use him and pull him every which way, at least in the early days (starting around the time of this SRV appearance). It seemed though that in his last decade or so it really was on his terms and he was very happy. RIP Jeff
I’ve never seen anyone other than Healey play the guitar in this manor and he does so effortlessly. I’d put Healey on SRV’s level because of his power and energy. I can’t think of many who play with as much power as these two.
There is a Nashville cat named Rory Hoffman that is blind and plays his guitar in his lap, but the opposite way as Jeff. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-n7kNkfU0LHs.html
Wow, 1987!! I don’t remember seeing this video before, and they’re both so good! I saw Jeff Healey play in my college cafeteria in 1988. I’ll never forget it... he was amazing. Sadly, I never got to see SRV live.
Being from Houston I've loved Stevie Ray Vaughan since I was a teenager but I never heard this performance. Those two were a match made in heaven. Thanks so much for reviewing this badass dual performance. Stevie's jamming for God now
Stevie uses his thumb to mute strings. When we are taught to play we are taught to keep our thumbs behind. We also don't use 13 gauge strings. I've been playing a long time and I will never tire of watching Stevie Ray. His duo with Jeff is so awesome.
I’m catching this one again. SRV is the epitome of blues for me. Jeff blows my mind. I’d thought maybe I could learn to play chords like him but there’s no one around to tell me how. I wish Stevie could’ve known just how much his talent and style would hold up. Jeff has an awesome voice as well. I’m glad I caught this one again! Saturday live was fun Fil! More than words. Perfectly done kind sir.
I had to watch you analyze this one more time, and it hit me that you weren't analyzing this at all, you were showing great respect and in so doing acknowledged two Legends♡
It almost makes me cry to watch this performance. I LOVE the way jeff plays its amazing to watch. He's probably the only one that bounces off SRV style the best.
Man, I saw SRV before he got sober and after... He was great before, but after..... Just... No words for it. His voice... SO much stronger after as well. A miracle. Thanks SRV.
Fil, a cold, rainy day in Northern California, going back thru old videos. WOW!!! Forgot about this. One of the very few vids where you sat back and said (basically) "There is no critique, hate to stop it (but yes, I have to), this is just pure talent". When I hear someone complain about this ailment or that (including myself with serious health issues), I pull up a Jeff Healy video and remind myself that if a kid that has been blind since the age of 8 months could get on a stage and not only jam with SRV, but amaze him (love the look on Stevie's face during the solo), it gives me a whole different, smiling outlook. As I said, when you, Fil, sit back and tell us "What can you say..." Thank you sir, great way to spend a rainy morning. Be well.
I actually like Jeff's voice better but I had no idea Stevie could sing like this! Wow, Fil, thank you for analyzing this. Two super talented men, may the rest in peace. That band in heaven must be incredible.
Have you never heard a SRV song? He sings like this on every song he every recorded outside of instrumentals. His first big hit was Pride and Joy, which sounds similar to Little Sister.
Saw Jeff at the Christchurch Town Hall, New Zealand around 1991 - he completely slayed the audience.. so much power and soulfulness and effortless fluency.. everyone left lost for words
Jeff and Stevie seem to have respect for each other and are not trying to upstage each other. No egos and just jamming it out which is the way it should be. I met Jeff in his early years and had a chance to talk about his playing style it's seems to help but that was when I had my eye sight . About 5 yrs ago I lost my eye sight completely and still able to play , but glad to have had the opportunity to meet Jeff many years ago. The blues Jeff & Stevie are my greatest influence and has allowed me to enjoy the blues and to continue on. May the both Rest in Peace! Cheers!
Way to go, Jeff Healey! Doing that lead break solo not only standing up, but playing with SRV!! Just how old was he here? He plays like a master blues guitarist.......RIP to both of them.
I can't help but watch them and think talent like theirs will never come around again. Heartbreaking that they passed way too soon. Thanks Fil for all the great music 💗
I don't think Stevie was expecting Jeff to hop out of that chair , but he sure had that big Texas smile on his face. I swear Jeff could see that night .
I found this little nugget this morning and watched in awe and amazement at Jeff & Stevie playing Little Sister together. Makes me appreciate Jeff's skills even more. And Stevie Ray Vaughn, well you said it Fil. No need to analyze, just listen, he's so good, you feel it deep down in your soul. What a way to start my Sunday, SRV and Wings of Pegasus 🌞👍
You couldn't possibly have chosen better, brother......highlighting the incredible talents of both SRV and Jeff Healey. Damned few could have held their own on stage with SRV; Jeff did.....and did it with aplomb. Brilliant.
Thank you for crediting Stevie's vocals beforehand. It had that terrific rasp. And of course, the supernatural guitar work of both men. I can only imagine how much more incredible Jeff Healey could have been if he had kept his eyesight.
Another great vid. So glad you did this one. Jeff had a video for "See The Light" that was getting regular airplay on Canada's Much Music. I went to several record shops and no one had heard of him. It turned out he wasn't signed. He did two nights at a blues bar in Vancouver here called the Yale Hotel. He was selling copies of the single and after the show I grabbed one and spent some time chatting with him and his band mates. They continued to play clubs here and I recall him telling me one night he was doing a film with Patrick Swayze. He was really excited about it. :) It wasn't long before he got a record deal and really took off. He was so much fun to watch. He'd leave the stage at one point during his shows and walk through the crowd while shredding away. Another amazing player who left us way too soon. I'm so grateful that we had a massive blues scene here and I was fortunate to have met some of the greats.
So glad you included this awesome video of SRV and Jeff... These two were great friends, great respect they had of each other. 🎵💜🎵 Please look into LIFE WITHOUT YOU dedicated to Charlie Wirz, longtime friend and mentor. The American Caravan performance is my personal favorite. RIP Jeff and SRV 💜💜🎵🎵
Jeff Healey's cover of Hoochie Coochie Man in the movie Roadhouse blew me away! I had no idea he was blind in real life until a few years after seeing the movie. I thought the guy in the movie was just an actor!
dmike03 nobody believes this is real. I was blown away when I learned someone played like me too.. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-XiId__J-ATg.html
I stood two meters from Jeff many years ago for close to two hours during a gig in the southern parts of Sweden. I was completely floored for three days, and to this day it’s still one of my best concert experiences I ever had
i lo ve the way stevie ray vaughan and jeff healey COMPLEMENT one another,FEED OFF one another,and ENJOY PLAYING with one another!!!!!!!!! stevie's voice has so much POWER AND SOUL which complements his SUPER guitar playing!!!!!!!!!!!! jeff healy is an inspiration to ANYBODY that has a handicap or disability !!!!!!!!!!!!! jeff healy may be blind but when it comes to the realm of the big picture jeff healy can surely "SEE THE LIGHT"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......no pun intended of course!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I really don’t think Jeff considered it a disability or handicap. Sure, he couldn’t see, but show me anyone who played with as much soul and passion, and I’ll show you the man standing next to him in the purple suit...
Hot Damn... An amazing performance by 2 brilliant guitarists. I had the pleasure of seeing SRV live in concert... An experience unlike any other 🎶 Another great analysis Fil 👏
Saw Jeff Healey many times at the seediest (some not so seedy) bars on Yonge St. One night we were just walking down the street and heard him through the doorway of the old Upper Lip. He actually lost his eyes to cancer at 1 years old. I heard he was kicked out of college (Humber??) because he refused to hold the guitar in the conventional manner. We are all glad he taught himself. He was a student of the blues genre. He had his own radio show and played his own records (over 30,000 78s) for discussion. What a soul!! RIP.
Hard to believe they are both gone...when I saw them I couldn’t believe the odd way Mr.Healy played...but it kicked a#@...thanks Fil...stay well and be healthy. Gr8 blues playing. I always wished I had that type of voice...
Just discovered this video. Absolutely amazing. Never saw footage of these two together. Texas Native and SRV is part of that TX folklore. SRV is like essential to our heritage as Arthurian legend is to Britain. We love everything Texan. Loved your share of Stevie and Jimmie playing together. Great stuff. What a beautiful soul cut short. What he experienced and the level he played and how he embraced a clean life before his early departure from this earth left a legacy of love for just truly spiritual level music he played for his fans. Thank you!
Wow. Since i found wings of Pegasus I’m constantly exposed to great music and thoughtful analysis and have been blown away every night. Such a treat. And the non analysis...for someone like me, that humbleness is most relatable for me since the emotional connection is all i really have since i couldn’t play note or sing one to save my life. Thank you so much for sharing this.
Great video Fil! Thnx man! Stevie and Jeff on stage together was magic. Two of the great ones. Oh yeah....funny how everyone knew to watch out for Jeff waving his guitar around...did you see Stevie dodging him? Lol. Funny. Peace Fil.
Thanks for this, Wings of Pegasus. Appreciate your comments on these two legendary players. And I agree with you that Stevie had a perfect voice for the kind of music he played. I always loved his vocal tricks (like the trailing off with heavy, fast vibrato at the end of a phrase). And I was SHOCKED when Jeff jumped out of his chair and hopped over to where SRV was! HOW did he DO that? Perhaps just using the sound of Stevie's guitar? This video kind of makes me a little sad .... Both such great artists, not only playing guitar but also they both had great voices as well (check out Jeff Healey's "ANGEL EYES"). And sadly, both died way too young. Still love and miss them both.
All of the talent comments are spot on. One side note is that for those that have not seen older clips of SRV is that at least for me, his purest feeling, most from the heart playing is seen during his sober/clean years. So sad they were cut short.
