Show & Tell with Joe Bonamassa's 1958 Gibson Flying V at Norman's Rare Guitars 

Joe....I've got 3 of them....bonamossa.

Norm is like that grandfather that always tells the same stories over and over. Been watching a lot of these videos the last few days and I've heard Norm tell that playing a vintage guitar in the rain story like 10 times already.😂

the best thing about Norm’s is that he is as nice to the regular guy as he is to rockstars. he is really great and friendly to everyone. he genuinely wants to get you connected with an instrument that makes you happy for a lifetime. i love that shop.

There’s one in Missouri, belongs to an old RnB player. He lives in a trailer, hanging on to it. A few collectors know about him.

*fans of the show complaining that Norm calls everyone his buddy in the videos* Joe Bonamassa: I perpetuate the myth that Norm is my Uncle.

If I could play those 6 notes (towards end of video) and make them sound like that, I would die a happy man. But seriously - I met Joe in the Vintage Room of GC Hollywood in 2010. He chatted with everyone shopping there like he knew us all. Even complimented me on the sound of the 60's ES-330 I was playing. I couldn't afford to buy it, but I still smile when I think about that day. The man could not have been nicer.

Saw BB play several songs in pouring rain and lightening; the man would not stop. I think it was 1994 in Miami. His crew literally had to drag him off the stage with a standing ovation.. Mr King. raised you well Joe, He said the same thing as you. " you folks came to here me play and thats what I am going to do."

Joe is great and very humble - great Guy!

What a treat, love seeing Joe

My friend's cousin has one, it has a repaired headstock break (probably repaired by Eric Schulte back in the day). His Dad originally bought it at McCoys Music in Norristown, Pa. It had been sitting there, no one wanted it.

Man, V's are meant for snow. They're the Viking of guitars!

Met joe in va. at a early days show of his when he had a 3 piece band.sensational then also.. Still humble and willing to answer questions about the gear and many guitars he was playing.

Thanks Joe for sharing!

“In’at cool?” Right there, at the end, proud to show off his safari kill, priceless! Thank you for sharing guys!

GOAT....rip SRV....Joe has been my favorite guitar player for the last 15 years what an awesome talent

Joe’s such a great guy, incredible guitar player!

Thank you for this! That Flying V is a real treat to see and hear.

Thanks so much, Norm. It’s always great to see you host a visit with Joe Bonamassa. He’s a great guy and a great musician and you are, too. Best wishes from the San Francisco Bay Area.

Each time I watch this, the last 3 seconds gets me...authenticity. “I’nt that COOL?” True nerd.

Nothing I like better than watching a down to earth musician play...! Love your videos Norm...!

I love the Albert king tones!!! 😎

Here on YT I really enjoy watching Joe come into Norms and talking shop then I put the cherry on the top and then watch him jam at the Baked Potato. Really raw, firey stuff. Best ever!

Norm really doesn't want us to forget that he's friends with Joe.

Flying V's 4ever!

Oh my goodness. That thing sounds so freaking amazing!!! Love the 50's V's and Explorers in Korina.

I give him credit for bringing that outside of padded room in a place unknown. AND letting somebody hold it standing up.

I certainly enjoy seeing Joe and Norm talk about guitars.

Joe's a real Gentleman and if not the best, one of the best musicians to ever come out of Central NY. He's 100% for sure one of the very best guitar players in the whole wide world, BAR NONE! From one Central New Yorker to another, many thanks for all of the great hours of entertainment you've given us Joe, to me your the GOAT. Greatest Of All Time and being in my 60's I've seen almost ALL of the greats and your my favorite. Thanks Joe and keep up the great work!

You can tell the job does wear joe out but still manages thats the passion inside burning strong love it thank you for being such a fantastic social presence norm you bring so much to light throughout all these videos including the older ones with Mark when he was working at the shop!

Love when Joe visits his uncle. 👍

The best interviews!!

I love Joe. Any fan of Paul Kossoff is a hero in my book. Respect 🎸

Joe is just great. So is Norm! Happy to watch this

Joe's a real world class player! Big big blues guy and I like it!

Thank you Norm and Joe. I needed that

I just saw Joe in Saint Augustine a couple of weeks ago. It was the best I’ve ever heard him play or sing. It would really be a great show for him to release, it was fantastic in every way.

Congrats Joe ! Thanks Jen and Norm !

He played for 5 seconds only but.... WHAT A TONE OH MY GOOOD I WANNA DIE THATS PERFECT

Gotta love Joe. A righteous dude indeed.

Always enjoy seeing Uncle Norm. & Joe B. Nephew together. 🎸🎸

Fascinating And Very Entertaining Thank You Joe and Norman.

I love these guys

That was Great! Thanks Norm!

Joe B, don't ever forget Lonnie Mack, he was a wizard on his several Flying Vs.(as are you)!

Joe is definitely THE guy - love him !

What a beautiful guitar!

Awesome Flying V.

Speaking of how Joe Bonamassa is as a person.... My wife and I saw him at the Ryman last year. Well into the show, a great show, he needed a sip, so signaled for a drink. One of the crew took him a diet coke, he opened it and took a sip, then put the cap back on it and sat it down. Sometime later, he wanted another sip. When he reached for the bottle sitting on the riser behind him, he knocked it over, so that when he did get it and loosened the cap, it sprayed him down. He wiped his coat and guitar with his towel, and continued the show. After the show and after the bows, everyone was leaving the stage.Joe walked over to the riser, picked up his towel and cleaned up the coke from the riser and the stage.... I told my wife "this really speaks to what kind of person Joe Bonamassa really is"... I still think about that everytime I see some "star" with their entitled "better than you" attitude....thank you Joe Bonamassa..

His dad's store was called Bank Place Guitars. In my hometown. I saw his dad not long ago.

Phenomenal.

How fortunate he is to own several super rare, super cool guitars.

Awsome Geetar love a V.🤘

Holy crap dude! That thing sounds AWESOME! 🎸👍☮️🌞

classic and superb video.

Joe is just beyond reach,amazing man

I have been fortunate to meet JB. a few times.. Total Class Act..

God! That’s beautiful!

That's an awesome find.

Is the towel in the case with the V to wipe up the drool ?...oh baby what a beauty ! Thanks Peoples

Wow, in 1958 that was at least 3 months rent. Buying one was not easy! Thanks, that was great! I'll get over to Norms some day...

Absolutely does that thing

Joe seems like such a normal guy, but when he's on stage a total boss! Looks like that V's been sitting in it's case for a long time before it found Joe, hope it finds a good home!

Very cool. thx for sharing this.

Great show 👏

Beautiful

"Im a working musician I'm so blessed to be fortunate enough to be around these guitars and have one"...er....3 of them. Haha

Amazing guitars Good vibes 👌👊

A few years ago when Joe played the Hammersmith Apollo (Odeon to you and me), I met two of his crew who drove the trucks and operated the spots. They said what a nice, down to earth fella Joe was, I think this comes across in videos like this.

Joe rocks! Thanks Joe, 'n Uncle Norm, :)

Joe is awesome he deserves that guitar...

Joe is an amazing player and an amazing collector. Would love to see a whole tour of his collection. Guitars, amps, pedals, and all the other goods!

Joe, Garry, SRV...great blues players!

god bless yall! awesome show case ! as always

Thank you.

Joe is the man!

One of these days I want to be on the Blues Cruise

Love Gibsons

I like the last words when the camera is turning off - to Norm (Like a kid) Isn't that cool? Yea Joe, it's pretty cool! Thanks Joe and Jen and Norm...

My friend Joe P, who was a photographer for Palm Springs Life Magazine, had a 1958 Gibson Flying V. He acquired it from a kid that did not know what he had but wanted something more like a Telecaster or a Strat. He traded Joe and the rest is history. Joe did some research and found out his Flying V was the 11th V produced that year.

Amazing

I wish to be this sharp in this age, like Norm is. Dude is amazing!

Man, that is a clean flying v ,wow.

Very nice!👍👍😎

Love it had a 76 explorer remake. Never see a modern, but played a 52 gold top.

Really hoping he was gonna play it. Joe's a beast

Norm has such great stock 😊

Thanks Joe for reminding that you are also italian , Italia loves you !

Awesome

Rock On Joe & Norm Peace

Thanks Joe

That's sick! Don't have an electric but I'd probably go Les Paul Custom but that V is a flying fun revelation.

I saw Joe when he was a young ladd at Redcreek in Rochester,ny (Herietta) and I remember my ex father in law saying, why does he have to play so loud.LOL I loved it but haven't had the chance to see him as an adult. I will somehow.

Always great to see Joe at his "home away from home" with UNCLE Norm! Thanks all and you Jen!

Joe baby, that’s my 58 V. Hey just get it back to me in the next few days and we be cool. just JOE KING!

Joe is the best!

Joe the best guy in the business … and a real guitarrist guitarrist

Thank you cool vid!

Nice!

I love the Albert king style at begining playing..

sweet guitar'''''