The Uncopiable Six string God! When Hendrix burst on the scene in Sept '66 in UK, When he wasn't playing! He would spectate & listen too all the greats of R&R back then! Beck would & turn his back & play backwards when he knew Jimi was watching & in the house,
Not really.. A lot of people are still super good at stuff till almost 100. Jeff stayed off the hard stuff, was a vegetarian, worked on cars a lot to stay strong, did what he liked to do. That makes an incredible difference, if you get to do what you want most of the time. I saw videos the first woman commercially successful pro drummer in the US, Viola Smith. She has videos from 1939 till fairly recently. I saw interviews with her at age 103 and her mind was still super sharp, she told tons of cool stories and still played drums some.. never retired. Finally passed like in 2019 or so. Think of all those that never got famous that are still jamming in older age! So yes, good health can go a long way.
He didn’t have kids to distract him. His wife didn’t seem too clingy. He could dedicate himself to his two main interests, playing guitar and working on his cars. All these things were to his advantage. He did things right. He seemed healthy…
@Roland Mueller He had relatives and cared for his large estate and cared for animals. He grew vegetables, worked on and built scores of Hot Rods and played a lot of music. All these things gave him what he needed to achieve his desires.
He looks and sounds so good here. Hard to imagine this would be his last concert. He was on his own guitar planet. Never make a boring note was his code.
I saw an interview he did, a few years ago, where he said he practiced EVERY DAY… an hour in the morning and an hour in the evening… and he was always looking for something new. He knew if he didn’t, he would lose his edge… That’s WHY he was so astounding at 78! What a loss…🖤💔🖤
I do know from persisting at practicing that I have lost slot of dexterity as I got olderr. Or requires lots of effort to just stay in shape. Jeff Beck actually got better and more technique and super fluent
You are correct, sir! I am 71, and first saw the Jeff Beck Group: him, Nicky, Ron, Rod, and Mickey W., October, '68, Fillmore West, saw all 4 nights, never played the songs the same way twice! Saw him at the Greek theatre on UC Berkeley campus in '75, at the Orpheum in 2K, Luther Burbank Ctr. in 2002 Always better, more amazing, I really miss him, too!@@jfson4321
I was in a record store after my 15th birthday in May 1976 to spend my gift certificate. I spotted Wired, and thought, wow, that looks like an awesome album. I bought it and discovered Jeff Beck. What a gift.
He was probably the most human genius walking the earth. And it´s so heartbraking seeing him in tip top shape here and then this beast Meningitis decided to end his ways in this world... unfair!!! Rest In Peace Jeff and thank you for the joy you brought us over a span of around 50 years!!! 🎸🎶🕯
The Master of the Stratocaster ! Simply the best ! Just miss Tal , they were realy a magic pair of devoted " all or nothing" high priest's of spiritual perfect harmony !!
Blessings to all who are listening so much to Jeff after learning of his passing. It's astounding that his playing never diminished in any way, right up to his departure. Love and gratitude for the life of Jeff Beck with us now and always.
Bacterial meningitis is terrifying in the way it appears, develops and so often kills .Learn the symptoms , esp the rash though they are not always the same for everyone Speed is of the essence It killed my healthy, baby nephew in a matter of hours years ago . The shock at the rapid development of it was overwhelming It is so scarey to see that it can still be so deadly .Utterly tragic that it took this genius who was looking so good.Thank you Jeff for the music through the years and R I P.
The guitarist's guitarist. Impossible to copy, an inspiration for so many, the guitar was an extension of his soul and acted as the vocals of this incredible one off. Never to be forgotten or replaced. RIP Jeff, your music truly left the world a better place.
The Master, still at the top of his game at 78 years of age. Many people of that vintage would be all crippled up with arthritis or some other debilitating condition, I believe Mr. Beck took good care of himself, never heard much about him abusing drugs or booze, cars being his other outlet. Finally felled by meningitis, this world is so unfair. Thanks for posting this now monumental footage.
I could not believe that is what was his undoing what a bummer what a killer player he was I don't think anyone will ever surpass his unique style and ablility.
Jeff Beck among his peers. The Peak of the Mountain . Carried the Torch after JIMI . Huge loss in the Music World. Was Blessed to see him. Up close with Tal, Vinnie, Tony. Unforgettable. R.I.P. The Great One. Jeff Beck 🩶🙏🙏🙏
Jeff was actually one of the few people who just never got old! lol. That dude held his age so well. He was a phenomenally great guitarist. He had his own style and sound PERIOD! There was only ONE Jeff Beck and that's for certain!
Jeff was amazing at this show! Made 14 shows UK & US that Tour,and this final performance! Jeff was flying very high!At this final show Jeff was smiling a lot as it went on... On 'Loose Cannon' can was at an all-time high! On the way home I left for the airport 3:45am,and was with his Soundman at the airport,we both agreed he's playing "Better than Ever"! My condolences sent to you,Thanks for sharing,we do have special memories, :Dean...
He did a lot of smiling, wish he said more! A lot of fans left when Jeff's solo half of the show was over. They definitely weren't there to see Johnny!
I'm so sick to my stomach!!!!! My brother gave me the album wired when I was like 15 and now 57 and loved that man every day!!!! I knew he was the best then and he is still the G.O.A.T with out a debate.RIP :(
The Man had an impressive Musical Resume to say the least. Yes He will be missed but for those fortunate few that saw this Concert LIVE it will leave an indelible mark in their memories 4EVER..
First time I saw him was with Bozzio and Pino Palladino and I think his tinnitus was really bothering him but he was still great. Second time, I saw him in a grand old theater and he brought Beth Hart out to sing "Ain't Superstitious" and she just tore it up. Beck was even better when he had a strong singer to play off of. I also got stuck in traffic next to Jeff one fine California summer day. He and his drummer Simon were racing in their 32 Fords. Once traffic stopped I worked my way up next to him and said "hey, Jeff!" He looked at me and I said "You are fucking great, man!" He smiled and gave me a thumbs up.
@@wishiwasthere Mick is a very weak singer, small voice. The Stones just play super loud, at least they used to, so you cannot tell. I could think of so many so much better than Mick! He is a good showman, and an amazing business man. Mick is probably one of the best business men in music. How about Imelda May, Danielle Nicole, and Amanda Fish for starters, if you want big powerful voices and great singers?
I don't disagree. I had just seen Jeff and Mick in a video recently. Maybe the energy of Mick was matched by the talent if Jeff Beck. I guess all I'm saying is that I agree this last performance was great but would have been phenomenal had Jeff been joined by an equally talented group onstage.
Man. He was feeling good that night cause that was so fkn tight and he literally talks to his audience through his guitar as if he were a singer. True master. A players player. RIP Jeff Beck. Thanks for sharing man, that was incredible!
He was still at the top of his game. Looking great for his age (78). After 6 decades of making pioneering music, touring the worlds stages- part of the fabric of rock history from the mid 60's, and within 2 months he was gone. It doesnt seem believable! Reminds everyone that life is so precious and fragiile, and not to take it for granted.
The album "There and Back" that this tune was from came out in 1980. I bought it right away and was listening to it over and over again and to this day it still sounds fresh. Jan Hammer played keys on that record and was the perfect compliment to Jeff's playing !!
He went out on TOP. Continually got better and more incomprehensible with his style. One of a kind, would have to love to have seen him and Hendrix play together.
Saw Jeff in Chicago in oct. He blew the room away and left us all spellbound. I was on a Jeff Beck high for two weeks after that :) Thank you Mr. Beck!
It seems like there's been a frizzy/curly headed guitar or bass player with him for years- she seemed really quite a few years back, and I always wondered if she wS his daughter or someone related to him. Do you know who I'm talking about?
@@samgibson684That would be "stagecraft" . Stage management concerns things such as where props are placed, where the actors enter the stage, lighting, special effects etc.
I was there, too. Unforgettable night! I was with a group of 4, then one of us went to this show in Reno all by himself. He’s certainly glad he took in both of them now
My brother and I were lucky to be at this show. Here is the setlist from that show Freeway Jam (Jeff Beck cover) Loose Cannon (Jeff Beck cover) Midnight Walker (Davy Spillane cover) Big Block (Jeff Beck cover) Caroline, No (Brian Wilson cover) You Know You Know (Mahavishnu Orchestra cover) Me and the Devil Blues (Robert Johnson cover) Star Cycle (Jeff Beck cover) Brush With the Blues (Jeff Beck cover) You Never Know (Jeff Beck cover) Cause We've Ended as Lovers (Syreeta cover) Rumble (Link Wray & His Raymen cover) This Is a Song for Miss Hedy Lamarr Isolation (John Lennon cover) Time (Dennis Wilson cover) Venus in Furs (The Velvet Underground cover) A Day in the Life (The Beatles cover) Corpus Christi Carol (Benjamin Britten cover) Little Wing (The Jimi Hendrix Experience cover) The Death and Resurrection Show (Killing Joke cover)
knowing that he is no longer in this world... there is no one better ...guitar player extraordinaire... I am sad he is gone but better off knowing he made such genius
Thank You for posting! I saw him for the 3rd time on 21jul2022... what a guitarist, what a musician he was! And what a Man! RIP Jeff, You, like Your Music, will be immortal!
I learned how to bend properly studying 'Cause we've ended as lovers' off of Blow By Blow as a young teenager. His music influenced me so greatly, I doubt I would've kept guitar as a life long passion without his music.
I also. I've never cried in my adult life other when my mother passed away. But I have to say I was kinda choked up when I heard on the radio that Jeff Beck had died last week. R.I.P
I agree too! What a horrible loss, heartfelt condolences to his family , so sad... Thanks for sharing this awesome show !!! Jeff was my favorite picker of all time! May herest in peace!
It was magic to the last few moments. I was SO looking forward to seeing this line up in Australia this year.. We still have the amazing memories and music of Jeff Beck. Thank you Grand Master.. 🙏
One of the best concerts I've ever seen SRV and Jeff Beck!!! Stevie ending up dying a few weeks after and now Mr Beck is gone. But their music will live forever!!!❤❤❤
Our beloved Jeff Beck at his final performance on this earthly 🌎 plane. Phenomenal as always. I witnessed his virtuosity and genius twelve times from 1976-2014. So grateful 🙏 Jeff for all the beauty and passion that you blessed this earth with. 🕉
Jesus fc*n Hell Bound I'm Begging For Mercy Here, Lord. That solo he did in that first tune from There and Back (Beck, Hymas, Foster, Phillips). He was from another realm. I saw him in '77 and '97 both times here in Seattle. RIP Jeff Arnold Beck. 🌹
Thanks for this post .. hard as it is to accept I’ve come to think of a quick passing (in older age) as a kind of gift, rather than a long drawn out illness. Learned that lesson with my pops. What a treat to live in the time of JB’s mastery, I have thoroughly enjoyed many moments of JB inspired awe. RIP good sir, you are missed.
Roscoe, I learned the same lesson with my dad in 2021. Jeff was so alive during this tour, I'm sure his friends and family consider it a blessing. Best to you.
Many amature videos of concerts don’t cut it, but these are good. I am so grateful that you had these and put them up here. Many thanks. Barely a day goes by that I don’t watch some Jeff Beck. I am an amature guitarist and don’t even try to emulate him, but I will listen forever. Missing you always Mr. Jeff Arnold Beck!! Beck
I share the sentiments of all here. As I have said in other comments, Jeff is the greatest guitarist of my generation. I'm 71 and studied many of the greatest guitarists over the past 60 years. So I have the credentials to unequivocally state as fact that "Jeff is the greatest guitarist of my generation." I'm listening as I write, Jeff is doing it again. He is blowing my freaking mind. DO YOU HEAR IT?
After so many years performing Beck was physically strong! Alex Lifeson of Rush was having problems with arthritis. Beck was truly a rock n roll soul that spanned decades across all sorts of era's while still maintaining top notch craftsmanship. What a loss!
Thank you so much as this is very key video footage that will be remembered for years to come. I am so angry at myself for missing his show when he came through my city in October thinking I would see him on his next swing through but of course we know there will not be one. He was my all-time guitar hero and also one of my life heroes to be able to play this incredibly well at his advanced age like it’s nothing!
Phenomenal, how can you hold so much musical knowlege in one brain ? , all the notes all the timings all the hand/finger movements ? man it will baffel me to the end of my days, beck truly was a one off, RIP
