It's actually an Ovation Deacon 12-string. The Deacon was the higher-end model of the Breadwinner. The Deacon was the one that offered the 12-string version, as well as having a gloss finish (versus the Breadwinner's matte finish), more color options, such as Glen's natural wood finish, an ivory-bound fretboard and diamond-shaped fret inlays. I know because I have the 6-string version that's identical to Glen's in this video. In less that month my Deacon will turn 45!
Yes, he was born with guitar chops. I saw him in concert multiple times at various places in his career, from large arenas to dinner theater. He was always fantastic to watch. In Houston, he was playing a small venue and some of his family was in the audience. He called two of his older brothers to the stage and they sang three part harmony to gospel hymns. There is nothing like familial harmony. Thanks TMS!
No matter the genre of music…lyrics should be easily discernible!!! This tune is an example of why the lyrics and tune was so catchy and part of the soundtrack of the 70’s.
No artist reminds me of my mother as much as Glen Campbell (except maybe Helen Reddy). I was 6 when thIs came out and remember my mom and my older brothers and sisters fighting for record player time. I remember the stack of albums. Boston, Hotel California, Year of the Cat, Fly Like an Eagle, Rumors and my moms Southern Nights. All these albums came out within a few months of each other.
That warms my heart! Glen was such a great performer! This song combines country with a sort of 1920s jazz feel. My family used to watch his show every week when I was a little kid. He had so many great songs!😍 I truly miss him. If you have any more of his stuff, bring it on! Thanks, TMS!
@gregoryduncan3067 Yeah, sure! I wonder if he was on earlier than this. I love his older stuff even more a la Wichita Lineman, By the Time I Get to Phoenix, Gentle on My Mind.
A lot of people in remote areas, (Delight, Ark in Glen's case), grew up in family bands and developed an ear for music from the time they were toddlers. The old question is whether it is "nature or nurture". Inherited talent or learning at a young age. In his case, it was both.
I believe thats an Ovation 12 string guitar. Jeff Lynne and Kelly Groucutt are playing Ovation guitars in the ELO video for their great song Confusion.
@@JQ127-c4e Yes, that's an Ovation Deacon 12-sting electric. The Deacon was the higher-end model of the Ovation Breadwinner electric. The Deacon had a gloss finish with more color options, an ivory-bound fretboard and diamond-shaped fret inlays. It was also the model that offered the 12-string version Glen is seen playing here.
Glen Campbell played on hundreds of big hits as part of the Wrecking Crew before he was famous. Also played the guitar parts on early Beach Boy records.
Nice. They showed a clip of this on Facebook beforehand. They showed a clip of The Guess Who- These Eyes as well. That's a good sign of things up ahead 😊.
With all that talent in the wrecking crew, he was the one that became a solo superstar. He was not a better player than any of them. But he had the right looks, a terrific singing voice, and a very marketable personality.
@@scottblanton3182 Definitely right. Tedesco was an amazing guitarist just like Campbell was. Everyone in the crew were amazing musicians. Hal Blaine for example. The most prolific drummer in rock history. Campbell was just another one of the crew.
@@zeusapollo8688 Yep. It was his guitar brand for years, and he was a heck of a marketing icon for the brand. I don't think he kept using it into the 90s and 2000s, but I could be wrong.
That’s a pretty nice 12-string electric. It might be custom. But if you’ve ever played a 12-string acoustic your fingers might bleed after awhile. I can’t remember if I ever played an electric version though before.
