My takeaway was that fellow great guitarist, Roy Clark, who has intermittently played with Glen Campbell over the years, was being a good sport but was all the while wishing he would have been part of this performance too. However, you could be right!
i agree too... he was itching to play but he stood back to let his friend play something what will never be repeated... you cant beat 'live' when you see those expressions... bye the way who is the girl with the nice smile and shortish brown hair... she is on timeline at 2:02... thank you.
Imagine being in a room full of the absolute best musicians and singers in the world and making all their jaws drop with how good you are, without even breaking a sweat. That's Glen Campbell in a nutshell.
I sure do miss him. I fell in love with his music at 14. I remember listening to the DJ and he started making fun of him over the radio. He kept calling him Glen Cowbell. I was so angry that I called the station and chewed out the DJ. He didn't stop. Oh well, I was 16 and in love. I'm 68 now and still love his music. RIP Mr. Campbell!
I will tell you that even as good and successful as Glen was believe me, he was intimidated by the fact he was on camera and in front of his peers. There was one missed note and he got through it but you could see it on his face for 1 second. A true professional!
In his time (just like Brent Mason), Glen Campbell was the #1 Studio Guitar Player not only in Tennessee but also with the "Wrecking Crew" in California. Glen Campbell was Nationwide!
If I remember correctly, while he was a studio musician many headliners encouraged him to record his own music. That he had way too much talent to be in the background.
One of the finest guitarists who ever put hand to strings. Not given the credit he deserves in my opinion. They don't make 'em like the Rhinestone Cowboy any more.
@@thesixshooter6506 He was truly unique and awesome when it come to pick’in a guitar! Had an awesome amazing voice too. He and Jerry Reed never got the recognition they deserved I don’t think.
@@ronniealexander8967I totally agree. I'm not as familiar with Jerry Reed, but Glen Campbell was an amazing artist. He had a fine voice and was a master guitar player. Watching him play was as entertaining as listening. Did some acting too.
@@ronniealexander8967 I thought Jerry Reed was remembered as a guitarist? Just with Glen Campbell the guitar playing was maybe overwhelmed by the charisma and personality.
And then there's Chet Atkins, sitting politely, and quietly thinking, " childs play.". (He could play that at 10 years old, with his hands tied behind his back.) But I still like Glenn.
This is one of the most flawless, understated, and eloquent live performances I have ever seen. Clearly a master of his craft. And I'm not even a country music fan
Where are you a fan of the Beach boys? Elvis? Paul Simon? How about the monkeys? The smothers Brothers? He also played for other bands like Merle Haggard and Johnny Cash and numerous others before he ever went out on his own. A member of the famous wrecking Crew. Known as the best in the world at what they do
Matteo Macuso is flawless. Glen is not, but he's a giant where Matteo is a kid yet to discover what Glen discovered doing all those sessions with the Wrecking Crew - make every note sing.
This recording was done live on "Ryman Country Homecoming" filmed on April 22, 1999 at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN. On stage along with Glenn were Chet Atkins, Waylon Jennings, Lorrie Morgan, Willie Nelson, Roy Clark, Lynn Anderson, Bobby Bare, T. Graham Brown, Ralph Emery, Janie Fricke, Barbara Fairchild, Larry Gatlin, Crystal Gayle, Ray Stevens, Geezinslaw Brother, Ferlin Husky, Dan Seals, T.G. Sheppard, B.J. Thomas, Ricky Van Shelton, Porter Wagoner, and Gene Watson. Chet had been diagnosed with cancer reoccurence and had a brain tumor removed two years earlier. and he had a rough go of it. Him palying the guitar softly behind Glenn is very touching.
Hey Steve thanks for that list of the stack of legends, clapping one of the most underrated guitarists of the 20th century.. 👍 Not too many could lay down a solo like that and also sing it so purely.
If I remember, Ronnie McDowell was part of this as well. He told a story about turning down 3 consecutive songs that were #1 hits for Conway Twitty. The next time Conway tried to give him a song, he said "Gimme that sucker; I don't care what it sounds like!"
Yes. Got his albums. Watched "It'll be me" documentary many many times. Had to delete it, you know why... As an Elvis collector I gotta add Elvis realized he could not have Glen in his band. Tell's enough...
Glen doesn't even look like he's trying when he plays guitar. He's seriously have a conversation during his solo and it's like his fingers have a mind of their own. Phenomenal.
years and years of experience...check out some of the "Wrecking Crew" videos online....he was around for a long time before anyone had any idea what kind of talent he really had..
I've probably watched this clip hundreds of times over the years. It pops up in my recommended videos every couple of weeks, and I always watch it when that happens. Without fail, each time Campbell gets to the end of his solo I'm just as elated as everyone in that room were. I love his smile at 1:56 just as he's finishing it. It looks like he's thinking "Damn, I'm good." And he was. Sheer brilliance on display.
Same here, buddy. There’s an excellent analysis and breakdown of the solo on the WingsofPegasus RU-vid site. He talks of Glen’s ability to hit every note with his right hand when playing up-tempo pieces on acoustic, which is incredibly hard to do, but which Glen does effortlessly. It makes every note emphatic. His dexterity is amazing, but really amazes me is that he couldn’t read music and played strictly ear. Wow.
The Wings of Pegasus video was very good. I had no idea he couldn't read music. That makes it so much more impressive. Makes me want to learn how to play an instrument... I'm sure I'll get around to it eventually. Fingers crossed! Imagine if you could become even a tenth as good as Campbell. I wouldn't do anything else but play music all day until I shuffle off this mortal coil.
A pure talent and humble gentleman to all, our world is a lesser place without artists like Glen and Roy walking it. Glen may be gone, but never forgotten by anyone who has heard his wonderful music.
His uncle taught him to play guitar and the rest was sheer talent and honed on practice. God, what a story. Left home @ 14, and the rest is history. Doesn't happen much. God bless Glen.
Yes, I can believe that. He’s from a musical family and played since he was a boy. Childhood is the best time to learn a musical instrument. The relationship between a child’s brain and training the connections in the young nervous system make it the perfect time to learn. It all becomes so ingrained in a way that is very difficult - perhaps impossible - to achieve as an adult. Of course he was talented on top of it!
I also just turned 72 last month. Most people remember Glen for his singing and his TV show. However, he was one of the most talented studio musicians to ever play the musicial scene. The top guitarists (i.e. Roy Clark) could only smile and nod approvingly when Glen played. Even in his later years, even though he could no longer remember the words, he was still able to play the songs. His fingers still remembered the notes. That is a tribute to how great a guitarist Glen was!
Glen Campbell is truly and American treasure. In fact all those folks are American treasures. Rest well brother! We love and miss you! Ciao!! Benedica!!!
No sorry, I don't agree they're 'mesmerised'. That's a non-muso's observation. Those singers, artists and musicians are enjoying it out of recognition....recognising a fellow muso who's speaking their language. Not unlike someone enjoying a friend's re-telling of a joke they already know.
The '60s were busy, as were the '70s , busy and busy. Here we are in 2021 and I finally discover Glen Campbell. In 1971 I dropped out of High School. 50 years later things slow down enough to catch up.
Watching all those great country music stars looking at Glen Campbell perform that song, and seeing their faces basically saying “this dang guy is the most talented person here tonight” was incredibly satisfying!!!
Roy was looking at Glenn wondering if he should jump in but wasn't sure if he could keep up with him!😂. Roy was a stud in his own right! God blessed them both!
When Glen Campbell starts his brilliant solo, surrounded by all the GREATEST legends of Country Music, every single ONE OF THEM is absolutely DAZZLED..... (especially the guitar players.) He will live FOREVER as one of the greatest guitarists of ALL TIME.
There will never be another Glen Campbell. Most talented musician ever. He could play and sing anything. Most people don’t know that he once filled in for Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys on tour when he was sick. Unbelievable!
It's Melodic playing. It goes more to the Heart and Soul. Thom Bresh was right behind Glen and Thom ain't no fool! Here is a great old tune he is doing with Tommy Emmanuel. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-cfm8CLWdMs8.html
In September of 1967, I sat with Glen and his band in an all-night coffee shop till 5:30 AM telling stories and jokes. He was easy to be around, relaxed and friendly. I'll also mention that my radio station back then (KMOR in SLC, UT) was among the very first to play "Gentle On My Mind" when the John Hartford version came out in May of '67. Glen's release was in August and we had it on the air the day we got our copy.
Jim enjoyed your post .. longtime Glen Campbell fan since 1961 and also, I got to know John Hartford - pelase contact me. Roger Christensen, San Diego (age 66)
Dear Sir, thanks for the nice post and remarks. I first got to meet Glen in 1961 !!!! He was a session guitarist and vocalist. My Mom, Dad and Brother and I were coming back to San Jose, CA from South Dakota. We stopped into "Billie Jean's Hair & Nail Salon" in Albuq., NM There was a guy sitting in the back corner just playing his butt off on his guitar. My Dad said, this young man is great. I went over and introduced myself and family. He told me in the summer of 1961 - he wanted to be a professional singer. Years later in 1964, after I had meant the Righteous Brothers, Hal Blaine and The Wrecking Crew - which Glen was a member of , did I get the total picture. He got paid $35.00 a day to play guitar on albums of very famous people. Everyone at Gold Coast studios, starting with Sonny & Cher knew he'd be a BIG star, and he became one. I saw him in concert at least 50-60+ times, just like I did with The Righteous Brothers, Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield. You can imagine that I never had to buy a ticket after about 1966 - it was all "on the house." I saw Glen go thru his ups and downs - as did with others. I loved Bobby Hatfield (1940-2003). I collect celebrity autographs thus, after you ask say, Neil Diamond, 25-40 times to sign an autograph they sorta remember you and you form a "fan /celebrity" relationship." Glen and The Righteous Bros - were my all-time favorites. I also got to meet Jimmy Layne Webb at least 20+ times and the list goes on. He is literally God's gift to my generation as one of the greatest singer-songwriter-composers - just look him up and see of of the GREAT songs he wrote. He was NEVER too busy to talk to any fan or sign autographs, pose for pictures, he was just such a fine Christian gentleman. Thanks again and I hope I didn't bore you. I could write a book about my collecting adventures and the "friendships" that I made while collecting. Not all celebrities are nice to the fans - TRUST ME.... SOME PEOPLE THE PUBLIC WORSHIP'S ARE SO RUDE AND MEAN YOU NEVER GUESS IT WHEN YOU WATCH THEM ON TV OR IN A FILM. BUT I WON'T GO THERE AND PUBLISH THEIR NAMES. MOST celebrities, IF approached the right way - will sign autographs pose for pictures. All of my old autograph friends - where we'd go out collecting together - at night - gosh we'd start 5:00 PM and end up staying out until 6:00 AM. Picked up Frank Sinatra one night after waiting 10 hours. He was such a nice gentleman - it was his bodyguards, just doing their jobs, trying to keep us away from him - when he would actually tell them to back off and let him sign. He'd see us when he went into have dinner and then their late night poker game. Then more partying - but when he walked outta the club/restaurant - he immediately remember the faces that had been standing in the cold for 10 hours for one autograph and he would ALWAYS sign. I will say this Danny Thomas and James Garner were two of kindness celebrities I've ever gotten to know. They just loved the fans. Mr and Mrs. Ronald Reagan long before his was the President of the United States and Nancy was first lady - they were such classy people to the very end. It didn't get any better than them. President Reagan, even after he got outta office would sign autographs and just talk to us fans about sports ... it was great. He had a GREAT lsugh that I can still hear to this day. How is this "my man" for an nice response to your post to me .... :) .. God Bless You, Roger C. San Diego, CA
My God, at this time I was just a baby. In 1967 I was maybe 16 years old. I heard Glen on the radio and watched him on TV. I didn't know anything about bars and bands till much later when I played music for a living. This was a whole different breed of musicians and artists, great guitar solo, live, off the top of his head. It was just such an inspiring time. It must have been incredible for you to be in that business, at that particular time. Most people now know nothing in the real world of those whom paved the way. You got to be part of that.
I'm not a country and western fan generally, but his voice, guitar playing and the heart and soul he put in his performances just blows me away. A sad loss to the world....
glen was certified cross-over. so were several of the other faces in this circle. most of them started out as "country" but they didn't limit themselves to it. and others they played with could also play whatever styles suited them.
Glen doesn't always receive the credit he deserves, for being a great guitarist. A lot of people don't know, that he was one of the most sought out session guitarist in the business, before he made it as a solo artist. He played on a ton of albums. Rock, and Country.
I HATE IT when some know it all says “A lot of people don’t know....” We aren’t cretins! Many of us have loved music our whole lives---and not just the top 40!
So damn right Helen. People who start a comment off with that remark are hoping we DON'T know so that they can tell us! But you are so right. We DO know these things about Glen. Why wouldn't we? Like yourself, I have lived through so many styles of music over the years. Rock and Roll, Rhythm and Blues, Folk, Country, Punk, Reggae, etc, etc, and I'm so glad I was around for ALL of it. I could compare the class against the trash and Glen Campbell was the one that made me take an interest in the guitar......7 years ago when I was 60! Rather late I know, but the last 7 years have been so musically enjoyable. I just wished I had taken it up in 1960.....instead of when I WAS 60!. But better late than never I suppose.
It's been an incredibly rewarding three months getting familiar with his music - his virtuosity and flawless balance between his picking and that soaring, versatile tenor.
+eight inches He was not "underrated" at all. Prior to making it big in his solo career he was the most in demand session guitar player in LA. He played on hundreds of albums for a wide variety of musicians, mostly uncredited. He was an amazing guitar player. Even in "I'll Be Me" when he is struggling with the debilitating effects of Alzheimer's he could still play amazing guitar solos, seemingly by instinct.
If I had a nickel for every video on RU-vid where someone has to clarify that, "I'm not a country music fan, but.." I could buy myself a new pickup truck!
I'm 59 and just remembered him for True Grit and Lineman for the County, only recently appreciating him for the genius that he was on the guitar. Now I can't take my eyes off his hands every time I watch him play. His kind will never come again. Thanks Glen and Roy
A ROOM FULL OF RESPECT! The late and great CHET Atkins, Crystal Gayle, Ray Stevens, Willie Nelson, Roy Clark, B J Thomas, Waylon Jennings, Bobby Bare just to name a few. And a humble and confident Glen Campbell!!
And let's not forget the great Johnny Hartford for those magnificent words he penned to paper. They are more than words. They are capsules of people's lifestyles and of their lifetimes. My very own lifestyle matches them so well.... All up, so much beautiful music from so many legends and Glen sure does have that guitar leading the way on this one. Thank you to all.
I am of Indian ancestry born in Brooklyn NY but moved to Houston, TX in 1979, I was like nine years old listening to Rhinestone cowboy jumping from couch to couch to that song. This song in particular is so sweet. I love this man and I love country music. I miss Texas and that down south country hospitality.
I play guitar, Willie knows a few runs, but nobody has the ability to hear music like Glen and just play what they hear. Others would have to study music for years to do what he does naturally. It's all about how it comes across, and Glen's music came across gentle on your mind. Like he said, he can play whatever any other great guitar player plays sometime better than they can. He has a natural talent that many people may have for different things, but he, like Kurt Warner, NFL Hall of Fame Speech 2017, took advantage of every opportunity and dreamed big! What a great person from Arkansas. He just wanted to play his music and please the listeners, and he certainly did that. RIP Glen!
Daniel I just saw a clip from Alice Cooper saying Eddie Van Halen approached him and asked if Glen could give him a few lessons since they played golf a lot. Glen was the best..
Nothing like the respect and admiration of your peers... For any performer/artist, sometimes the moment is...just there! If we're especially lucky, there's a camera or at least a mike present to capture that moment. If there's a better performance or recording of this song out there, I haven't seen it. Flawless!
The one thing I have always appreciated about Glen is that he always gave John Hartford credit for this song. I think the best way to put it is, Written and Originally performed by John Hartford, but made famous by Glen Campell.
Never. Where are the George Straights, Don Williams, Porter, Roy Clark. Waylon and Willie, Johnny and Roseann Cash, Loretta Lynn, Merle Haggard, Ronnie Milsap, Kix Brooks, Ronnie Dunn, Hank Williams (NOT Jr.),Vince Gill, Randy Travis, Alan Jackson...Ray Price! Ray Price-“For the Good Times” may be one of the best songs of all time! And George Jones.
To see Roy Clark in awe just gives me chills. Roy was one of the greatest guitar players who ever lived yet even he knew just how good Glen was. This is one of my favourite clips on RU-vid. I revisit it often and it still gives me immense joy. Tremendous upload.
I'm a rock fan but always thought Roy Clark was the best player ever until I started listening to Glenn who's to say who's the best they're both unbelievable &then there's Jerry Reed
Chet Atkins!! I hope these days come back again. I’ve loved country music since I heard “Fancy” by Reba on my grandpa’s radio in his ‘79 Pontiac LeMans in the 80’s. Living in New Jersey and liking country music did not make me popular, but I wouldn’t trade a day of it! Bless all of those that have come before for showing us the true spirit of country music 🙏❤️
I never knew the great talent Glen Campbell was until I saw the Wrecking Crew video, he’s has recording credits on about 700 records, like Good Vibrations, Johnny Angel, to Strangers in the Night,, all I can say is WOW.
I am going to make a big statement: THIS SONG, THIS SONG is THEE most mentally stable thing I have latched on to all year to keep me from going into absolute debauchery and/or prison, deepER depression and utter chaos in my life. Glen Campbell. Don't take a bow, let me do it first in utmost respect!
Good on you mate! I’ve only discovered Glen Campbell. I sure wish I had have listened to him more in his prime. The respect from all those country stars is palpable. You sure would like Witchita lineman. Have a listen.
God bless you, my brother. I pray that you will see your way through all of your troubles and come out on the other side not too much worse for the wear. I wish you genuine happiness but more so, I wish you peace. I, too love this song. I was just a kid when he had his tv show and played a snippet of this song during the show’s outro. I have many fond memories of watching this show with my family. Much love to you, my friend
Now that he's gone, all we can do is, just rejoice every time we hear the sound of his voice. One of my favorite country singers. May his soul rest in peace.
Have you taken a look at the 10 min. CBC morning short posted here (entitled, FAREWELL) - very well done. Interestingly, he states in it that he did not see himself as a 'Country Singer' per se, but someone who liked good songs, which of course says so much about his endeavours and choices. He was a very bright star that has NOT burned out!
Imagine being a son or daughter or grandchild of Glen and at any time you watch this video of him playing in front of the some of the greatest in country music history. Then you see this audience react in spontaneous and genuine awe. enjoyment and love for the man and his skills and talent. For Glen's descendants this legacy performance is beyond precious.
No. He wasn't underrated. He was appreciated and recognized early on and built a stellar career with both fingers and voice. A truly wonderful performer.
I love Country music and all the fabulous artists who sing and perform for us. I'm not an American citizen, but when I listen to these beautiful songs, it's the way I see America: love, friendship and freedom. A wonderful, country. Thanks so much for this compilation of songs that bring back sweet memories.
Thank you for appreciating this great music and the musicians that we love so much. I'm happy that people in other countries appreciate this music. It belongs to the world.
I grew up in a Barrio in the southwest in the 60-70s and remember watching the Glen Campbell show on TV alongside my grandmother. His music transcends the cultural fabric of this country. My eyes well up for Mr. Glenn Campbell and his greatest hits every time I hear them.
I am hugely indebted to you for uploading this. I would NEVER have known, I would never have known. You have opened a whole new vista to me. Kinda heartbreaking at the same time.
I just came back to watch this clip for the umpteenth time, and it made me grin from ear to ear this time as it has on every other occasion in the past. I stand In Awe of Glen Campbell's Talent, and I'm always tickled pink to watch these greats of music tapping their feet and smiling as Glen plays one of his signature songs and comes forth with an amazing guitar break. What an amazing talent he had, and how wonderful that his peers and contemporaries feel exactly the same way.
I love how everybody smiles when he leans into it. He was so good you can't help it. There's no pressure to scrutinize or analyze anything because it's just too good. All you have to do is smile and listen.
Glen Campbell was a national treasure in my opinion. When Roy Clarke is in awe that says it all. His songwriting was only eclipsed by his amazing vocals and guitar skills! We will dearly miss you Glen.
Yeah, and you could tell he just ripped that lead off from the top of his head, he felt it coming in and just announced to the other players "I'll play one" - it looked like to me he directed it to Willie, just got the feeling that Willie was going to do a little lead right there.
When Glen Campbell left us, his good friend Alice Cooper mentioned that GC was revered as a guitarist throughout music. In fact, Eddie van Halen once asked AC if he could get a lesson from GC. This guitar break fully illustrates Mr. Cooper's assertion.
This makes me so happy. The joy everyone finds in the music, the respect they show to Glen, and THAT SOLO! Pure joy, and surely one of the greatest acoustic solos of all time!
How many of us are noticing that he is listened to with respect. No yelling, cheering or other distractive noise. We have lost something with our need to "participate"
That's not true, they're all cheering during and at the start of the song and that is true appreciation of live and not recorded music. That's real respect, not being ashamed to show you are impressed or touched by a beautiful performance and I can't speak for all artists, but when I perform or during for instance a jazz show, clapping after a solo or even during impressive moments gives great energy for the players. Listen to Al DiMeola live with John McLaughlin to get that vibe I'm talking about :)!
Yeah, clapping after each player performs a solo in a jazz setting is quite different from clapping along with, or -grr- over, a performance like this unless invited to do so (cheers at the end, sure)
these are some of the great musicians of all time. they are mesmerised by Glen. Willies look says "we are watching the best of all time". thank you Glen
We need more love here for John Hartford, the writer of this wonderful song. I was fortunate enough to see him in a tiny bar in Toronto when there were still such places on Yorkville Avenue.
@@JM-jz6yy Yes they may be "gods" to the world lead by satan; but I can assure you NONE of them are "God". For there is ONLY one God; who is Jesus. Praise His Holy Name.
Simply awesome was Glenn Campbell. An amazing guitarist, singer and show man all in one package. Our world yearns he be still with us because there aren't many that even come close to his talents.
The greatest country artists together, not burnt out and fakey, but genuinely having a ball watching one of the best doing his thing, and having a ball doing it. Perfect.
T he late great Glen Campbell who will live on forever in the annals of music ! one of the greatest talents of all time, and what a guitarist. He couldn't read music yet he was one of the members of probably one of the greatest bunch of studio session musicians - " The Wrecking Crew " This is one of mt favourite solos !
His music was always a inspiration to me especially" try a little kindness" I was attacked by a horse at an early age, I came full circle with the horse by learning g to communicate with the horse. Thanks Glen
