Sir Duke - Stevie Wonder - Solo Acoustic Guitar (Kent Nishimura) 

I’ve played and enjoyed guitar for 58 years and have followed many masters of this fascinating instrument. Kent has truly made chord melody technique rise to new levels with his complete band style. Keep your windshield clear and take us all on your musical journey.

It can't be said enough, what sets Kent apart is his GROOVE. Sure his technique is outstanding, but plenty of others can play fast and complicated lines. It's that rock-solid beat and subtle rhythmic inflection that make you want to get up and move, that's what makes his playing so enjoyable!

"Music is a world within itself with a language we all understand"

Seriously Kent, stop exceeding your limits every time you post a new video - I can’t handle it! Your arrangements are absolutely out of this world, I wish I had at least 1% of your arranging skills when doing my own arrangements - and don’t even get me started on your technique. Watch out world, Kent is here to stay!

Truly a gift from God. Until tonight I didn't even know that anyone could possess such unexplainable talent.....truly a gift.

もう凄すぎて・・・。 いろんなアコギ動画見ますが、やっぱケントくんが史上最強ではないでしょうか。 みなさんそう思いませんか？

Holy cow. And what may be most amazing about this player is the rhythm. His Tommy Emmanuel-style thumb-thumping is as regular as a metronome. That alone makes this fascinating to hear & see.

“Music is a world within itself, it’s a language we all understand” well Kent makes it easy for me to understand. I just wish I could speak the language half as good as my man Kent does.

Technique aside, this dude has SOUL! WishI could share this with my dad. He's love it, too.

指板を縦横無尽に駆けるアクロバットのような指さばきでした。それでいて天性のリズム感と本能的なノリで、見て聴いてこちらも楽しくなってしまいます。

im so confused how he can keep the bass sound perfectly. this is amazing

リズム感、バッチリ！！ 思わず、身体を揺らせながら楽しく聴ける演奏！！ アコギ一本でこの曲を、ここまで再現できるケントくんは、 最高のソロギタリスト！！ テクニックも、表現力も、リズム感も、全部最高💕😊🎶 あの難しい 後半のオクターブ奏法も、バッチリ👍決まってます😊 21日のLIVEで、お会い出来るのを楽しみにしてます！！

Young man you get it. It's hard to explain but your heart and soul are old school and you get music. Thank you for your artistry. Stay safe. 👽😎

いつも素晴らしい演奏。 こんなギターアレンジ聴いたことない。ありがとう。 もっと長い動画にしてくれたら嬉しいです。

It has been said that the guitar is an orchestra and no one demonstrates this with more mastery, fluidity, skill and unrivaled than Kent. Such a joy to watch and listen to. Thank you Kent.

ネットサーフィン中にひょっこり現れたこの動画。ケントさんの事は存じ上げていなかったのですが、タイトルを見て懐かしさから再生してみて、すっかり虜になりました。他の楽曲を見てみたら、あれもこれもリアルタイムに聴いていた大好きな曲達。親御さんが同世代かな？アコースティックの優しさの中にもパンチの効いたアレンジ、どれも素晴らしい。ライブがあれば行ってみたいです。

Honestly I have made comments about how young Kent is given his amazing talent. I don’t think age matters anymore, because it only serves to distract from the greatness of this artist. What an amazing showcase of talent, musicianship, and taste in music. Kent, you are one of three of my favorite musicians! Bravo!!!

The best version ever. Love it. Again not overplay. Perfect, well play beautiful 👏👏👏

Dont forget to make sure you are listening to this with a decent set of speakers or headphones for the low frequencies... :)

absolutely off the chain

I think my jaw hit the floor during that first solo section. UNREAL.

Give him the crown right now! He's the greatest of all time!!

This man has a groove for the 70s! So happy someone makes amazing covers to the music I listen to!

Whaaaat???. Bass, drums, melody and chords all at the same time by one single person and on one instrument??. I've never seen such an amazing talent and ability. Seriously.. I didn't know you could do all this on the guitar. Why isn't science studying this kid??

Bloody unbelievable! The speed and the precision! Excellent!

It's beyond technique, or arrangement, or theory, or any one thing. Kent doesn't play guitar. He is the guitar. And not just any guitar. An. Amazing. Guitar.

Bro. This arrangement is nearly making me cry... I feel your flow! So good!!🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

Your skill at producing fantastically musical arrangements is exceeded only by your sensational playing of them! It’s a privilege to see you work young sir, you’re better with one hand than I am with two 😀

When you hear Kent playing any songs with his guitar, you feel this curiosity to check the original music and compare it side by side. As always, an amazing arrangement from Kent. Well done.

That blew my mind, one of my favorite Stevie Wonder songs played in a style that is out of this world 👏👏👏👏🤘🤘

音の粒が揃ってるとか、正確さとかテクニック的なことはもちろん凄いですが、なにより聴いてると楽しい気分になります。素晴らしい！

Fun, fun, fun to watch and listen to! Kent, your music energizes and relaxes, all at the same time!

I’ve been checking so many acoustic guitar videos for several years. And I’ve never come across anything better than this one.

I burned my guitar months ago after I heard this kid, now I want to go out, buy another one, AND BURN IT!!! Outstanding job Kent.

There are no words to describe how unbelievably talented you are . I can’t believe you’re this good so young. You’re a true inspiration to every budding guitarist . Please keep posting your amazing work.👏👏👏👏🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

I can’t believe Kent just outdid himself again! 👏👏👏 and you can see how much he enjoyed himself with this song (which again is another classic choice)

Ay ay ay! Just when you think this kid cannot top himself he goes to throw this at our ears and eyes. GENIOUS!

It's just a brilliant masterpiece and a joy to listen to - nothing more to say.

along with everything else, impeccable time

Sir Kent👍👌💯

Truly legend...

I am convinced that we all have our great strengths to discover..... This is most definitely his !!!! Love him !!! AMAZING !!!! 😘😘😘

Wordless…. Speechless …. Silence!!

Blown away by everything this guy plays. Genius talent!

Sir Kent!

the technique of this kid! AND MAN, WHAT SOUL!

Kent is just incredible.

I love Kent’s renditions as much as I love the originals... maybe more.

What a great groove!

He really feels the music! Top class!

I am quite blown away by the ability of the young talent that is up coming these days , and a very nice surprise along with that is the fact the majority are playing everything from every time period from classical to modern metal and EVERYTHING in between ! It is a good indication that the youth today haven't forgotten the past completely .

Music is a world within itself With a language we all understand With an equal opportunity For all to sing, dance and clap their hands But just because a record has a groove Don't make it in the groove But you can tell right away at letter A When the people start to move They can feel it all over They can feel it all over people They can feel it all over They can feel it all over people, go Yeah Music knows it is and always will Be one of the things that life just won't quit But here are some of music's pioneers That time will not allow us to forget, now For there's Basie, Miller, Satchmo And the king of all, Sir Duke And with a voice like Ella's ringin' out There's no way the band can lose You can feel it all over You can feel it all over people You can feel it all over You can feel it all over people You can feel it all over You can feel it all over people You can feel it all over You can feel it all over p- Play it y'all go Woo Yeah, yeah Ha You can feel it all over You can feel it all over people You can feel it all over You can feel it all over people You can feel it all over You can feel it all over people You can feel it all over I can feel it all over, all over now people Can't you feel it all over? Come on, let's feel it all over people You can feel it all over Everybody, all over people, go Woo Go on a lil'

Great guitarist,,, amazingly played... Intricate pickings in hitting the right notes... Youee truly guitar wizard Kent.. 👌👌👌👍👍👍

Fist time I ever heard kick drum played with a wrist! Fantastic!

Absolutely fluffing LEGEND man. I remember how hard I struggled to plau this song on just bass. And then you go ahead and do the instrumental breakdown in 2 octaves.... God tier. The amount of hours you put into this was well worth it man. Fluffing legend.

I'm speechless. This was insane!! Can't stop listening to it!

Damn, This Kid brings the Ear Candy EVERY TIME!! Nice Chops Kent!

Another beautiful work. You always leave me smiling as I watch you turn multi-instumental songs into a one man guitar orchestra.

You are on another level im at a loss for words i just look forward to more of your original songs i cant wait

The spirit of your music and energy is on point, keep spreading the vibes

Just when you this young man is a master he blows the lid of everything.... unbelievable

And you make it look easy... And you look like you're having fun! This is so wonderful.. you are a gift to the world.

Had to come and watch again! THE BEST!!!!

Insane dude, what is best about you is that you have insane rhythm. most fingerstyle guitarists sound rubbish in this regard. keep it up!

What else can we say that hasn't been said.. amazing as usual.

Outrageous

glad my guitar was in the other room for this

So good

Setting the shot to track somewhere on his body was a nice touch. When the chorus kicks in and he’s dancing to the rythym, it looks like the whole frame is dancing with him. Neat effect

My brain is doing loops right now. Outstanding once again Kent!

Amazing talented playing ! This song was one of my favorites in my teenager period 50 years ago, You can feel it all over and so did I/Cheers from Thailand.

I always love your arrangements and performances of these classic songs, Kent! Brilliant, as always!

Big fan....listen to u most days of the week...truly enjoy ur personal style and interpretation of songs I really like. But truly enjoy listening to u... ultimate, master class guitarist, for sure, love ur playing Ken

Wow, just another Wow

Thank you very much for making me enjoy the music with your great talent and your wonderful guitars.🙂

I am sure that Stevie Wonder will give half of his fortune to see this little Maestro ..... I have a moment of pure pleasure listening to this masterpiece, I play guitar, but I enjoy the Drums in this song. well done 👍

INSANE! We are blessed 🙏 to hear you play. I think Stevie Wonder wold agree that you are the definition of “music to my ears”👍 Thank you!

I didn't think it was possible that Kent could get any better, but here we are. Bravo!

Высочайшая техника, удивительная чистота звука!!! Браво.

Always love seeing a notification of a new video from Kent! Another great composition, very jazzy.

西村さん、お上手です❣️

Went from Andy McKee, to Alexandr Misko. Pointed this direction by a few fans of theirs.Excellent, excellent, excellent

Incredible man. So impressive

Joyful!

The way kept the groove going through that wonderfully played solo is awesome to behold

The only channel I click the bell notification for.

Wow! One of the greatest guitar players living today. I don't know anyone who can play like this.

Sir Kent

Just so... angelic. Inspired.

f*****g slayed the shout chorus! Bravo!

Just another day on the guitar for such a talented young musician. Love your style and passion, Kent. Thanks for sharing.

Masterful.

Hooray musical and pleasing

You’re too good! Make me feel like listening the original song, your grooving is also amazing

crazy tuning sure a great arrangement cheers

this guy is an absolute beast

Just incredible 🤗

So happy to listen this song. 👍

The way he keeps the beat is amazing.

Masterful