The Captain Meets James Bay 

This video has completely changed my prejudice view of James Bay as a musician and artist. I'm not a massive fan of his vocals (which is more a personal preference as they are by no means poor) and it is so easy to dismiss mainstream artists as being "average" without really giving the music a good listen to. I am often put off by songs which are over played on the radio as they very quickly become annoying. Anyway I digress...Very talented player and songwriter and seems like a really nice guy. Has made me take a long hard look at myself, I should not be so quick to judge. Thanks James and Lee for sharing this with us!

What a nice man James is. Articulate, unpretentious and and great, great tone.

"Music with soul not necessarily soul music"-dope quote

James' blues playing is on point! He should do a little like 4 track blues album, that would be insane! He's a brilliant musician, so versatile!

James is one of the very few artists I can't wait to see grow further. I consider myself very lucky to be close to his age so I can be here for his entire journey.

my favourite of the 3 Top Gear presenters

That was an enjoyable way to spend 45 minutes, in the company of two decent, down to earth blokes talking about music. Cheers Cap'n Lee and Mr Bay

Lee certainly got fired up, I can't remember him playing that well in a long time. James Bay is a breath of fresh air.

That old Epiphone has the most beautiful sound, it's immense. The Captain's in love as well haha.

Great interview. Got a lot of respect for this guy.

How about a Captain meets John Mayer? If that is somehow possible (Maybe arrange it via Paul Reed Smith?)

Pleaaaaaaasseeeee do this with John Mayer.... Andertons + John Mayer = Perfection!!! These interviews are amazing... Learn so much about guitarists from these than from things like tv documentaries... More please!! I'm sure John will do it if you ask really nicely......

Captain you are a really great interviewer. A natural... I'm really enjoying this series. Great stuff. Greetings from Canada.

I have just passed the last 46 minutes watching a video about guitars while I had no clue what they were talking about xD Too easy to fall for him being so passionate about it!

I love that Cap is doing this, it gives us all a closer look to a lot of our idols, and personally inspires me now that these people are so simple with their gear, and so complex with their talent. Please never stop this Captain Lee.

What a player and what a lovely bloke. I met him when he first came to Andertons to try the Tone King (before his album was even released) and he's such a nice, humble guy. He deserves all the success he's getting,

James said once in an interview to Total Guitar magazine, that when he sat down to write his debut album, he had to set aside the blues and soul inspirations. Having wanting to be played on the radio and get known, he had to let his style go more mainstream. I hope he gets inspired to write a blues influenced album at some point of his career. He has a spark of blues greatness he has to explore and bring about. These days, when pop music rules the mainstream, he is one of the young musicians, which can carry the blues legacy to the next generation.

The Captain meets interviews are really some of the best guitar interviews out here. No bullshit, just sheer passion for gorgeous guitar sounds. And you really feel that lee looks up to them. I want my fav guitarists interviewed by lee!

It's so sad that he doesn't show off his blues talent more :(

I'll admit, I never heard of James Bay. Of course, I haven't listened to anything recorded past 1975... But what a great young man. He looks very much like David Gilmour in his younger days. Funny, it's the few times a '58 reissue, hand selected, Les Paul took a back seat to an Epiphone.

What a great interview ...james bay what a nice guy top work ATV

The way The Captain's face lights up when James says he used a blues junior for his favorite video is absolutely priceless.

What an awesome player! Such genuine love for tone, feel and gear. Awesome to see someone doing that in the mainstream

I just missed this until now somehow. What a great Meets video and what a gentleman James is ...

When James does play humbuckers as a lead he's incredible. He says his next album will concentrate more on ability to play lead. Right now 80% of his set is without a pick. He's been touring just about every day since the release of Chaos on 3/25/15. He might be gigging as much or more than Bonamassa. He also had 3 Grammy nominations, dude is for real.

OMG! I am so glad I found this!!!! AWESOME INTERVIEW! I think this is an awesome interview and really shows the amazing talents of James, his kindness, realness and how humble he is about his numerous talents. My husband plays guitar and really listens to James because I just love him, his talent and heart felt lyrics that so many can relate to. He's got the balance down and has figured out the formula for success without having to compromise himself. His honesty, maturity for his age and artistic ability blows me away.. not just his musicality but his drawing and so much more...He gets it. He really gets the gift he has and I think he has only barely tapped into what he has in that beautiful heart of his. As a Mom of two teenage sons and a wife of an amazing husband... I love that this young man has such a great heart and a great gift to share with the world. I hope that my sons will have the clear focus, determination, kind heart and work ethic at his age. If so, we will have done our jobs and done them very well. His parents and family must be proud as they should be. You can't fake his persona and humbleness. At some point, the truth comes out and he really is the REAL DEAL. Hoping he comes to Los Angeles again soon. I will be front and center.. with my husband because that's how we roll.... I think my husband will be drooling more over his guitar abilities and equipment LOL!!! Thanks for sharing this

This guy is right out my street!!! Hope James will have as more success as he deserve.

Captain just like he really doesn't know how good he is. It's true, his guitar ability is underrated, especially in songs like hold back the river. Great interview capt.

he's far better than i gave him credit for. time for a listen, i suppose

Unexpected, refreshing and insightful. Someone already said it, but he has my respect based on this. I'll even listen to the album now with fresh ears. Really good.

What a wonderful nice genuine down to earth guy James Bay is. He seems to b his own man and not someone who feels he has to follow the fashion in equipment. Thanks Lee for this insight.

Never really paid much attention to James Bay's music before, however, watched this video has given me an appreciation of the guy. Seems very genuine, down to earth, and knows his history of blues. I also went out and bought his album today. (I was listening to Machinehead and BFMV yesterday... James Bay today.... It's great)

I'm gonna be one of those who always says something like "Bring back the "Chaos and the Calm" good old James!". This album is a masterpiece. And bring the HAT BACK!!!

Another brilliant interview, these should be shown on Sky Arts or BBC4, Lee is such a natural interviewer. I'd love to see Ronnie Wood, Marc Ford & Derek Trucks in future ones

The captain played very well in this episode. Bravo

Im loving The Captain meets series so much, they are so interesting to watch and the fantastic playing is a bonus

Pure magic what James plays @38:00

Didn't know much about James Bay before this, but now he has my full respect. A true musician and artist

This should just be a TV show. The Andertons videos these days are so damn awesome! Lee is a great interviewer!

what a really genuine nice guy. total guitar geek in the best meaning. respect to you sir.

I've been watching the Anderton's videos for a long time, is it just me or in the last couple of years has the Captain turned into a pretty damn good player ?Way to go bro, you are an inspiration to those of us who are casual players that if you practice enough and hang out with great players like Rob Chapman it will rub off on you.

Superb interview

what a great guitar player the captain is it has been so great to see him on his guitar playing journey getting better and better.

what a genuine soul. He needs to demonstrate his ability on guitar more so that he gets the respect that he deserves. It's almost hard to watch James bc of how damn talented he is. Mad respect

James Bay is just brilliant!

Seeing Bay in the thumbnail of this video reminded me of a young David Gilmour :P

Nice to see a British 'pop' star who has an understanding of guitar history and players. Though my view of him has changed, he seems less a pop star and more a guitarist who wrote a pop album. Be interesting to see what he comes up with next.

does anyone else want him to do an ironic episode of this series with chappers and bea

Really am not a fan of modern pop music but have always been a fan of James since I first came about! Think he's such an incredible player and guitarist! Also love how he mentioned the war on drugs, they are one of my favourite bands!!

What a great interview... hanging out with cool musicians, talking guitars and playing vibey music. James Bay is a true talent and an absolute gentleman. Great job Lee.

what a great interview , i also liked the interview and demo James did on That peddle show.

His use of wide intervals is the biggest part of his sound...I would say. Love it.

James Bay is an awesome guy

You and this kid should do a blues record together. Absolutely beautiful jam you guys did. Unfamiliar with his music but what a fantastic player. I'll have to check out more of his work now.

What a pleasant surprise to find this today

32:10 - I LOVE that riff!

James Bay is definately my favourite guitarist at the moment, he knows how to get a good tone too

I will admit that I don't like pop music AT ALL. But this guy, who I have probably heard on the radio in Australia more times than I can remember (and I work at one) has jumped out at me as one of those few who although has made it mainstream, actually has mastered his instrument and shows genuine love for his craft and to his instrument. The way he plays makes me want to buy an Epiphone or similiar hollow body guitar and write songs... Thanks for sharing this guys... it inspires young startup musos like myself to push on. :)

Nice one Captain! Verrrrry cool interview! Definitely your best yet! :-D

love the hippy hand shake/half hearted high five at the end there. legends the both of you

I don't know who James Bay is. But he seems really cool and he knows a lot about music. He seems super chill. I have to check out his music

Some of the best stuff on the Tube now. Thanks Captain, great real feel format!

I really enjoyed the beginning and end jams a lot. Subtle blues lead guitar duets are so cool. I have never heard of this young man, but he seems very pleasant and talented. Yes more Captain. Much more.

Probably the best interview I've seen on RU-vid.

James Bay seems like a fantastic human, good to know considering his massive success.

as if captain and chappers are getting so popular now they actually have popular world famous artists coming on. it's amazing the power of RU-vid.

I watched this entire interview with the silliest grin on my face and i just couldn't stop! Im just blown away by James genuine love for music and guitars. A true inspiration!

This video was my introduction to James Bay. Right after viewing, my daughter invited me to performance in San Diego on Sunday. Serendipity!

awesome! James is both a great guitarist and a singer, and he's a very nice guy in person

always thought of him as a singer who could play a bit before this. Much better guitarist than I thought he was, love his playing, and his gear!

Lee, thanks for keeping it going! Very inspirational!

This was a JOY to watch. So informative but casual and laid back. I didn't want it to end. My admiration for James has just grown. Fantastic interview :)

what a lovely guy!

literaly best interview ever!!! it is so cool to see james in his element talking about what he loves doing with someone who loves the same thing and who understands him !!

Very well done Captain. Always a pleasure catching these laid back interviews.

Hype for his next album

Love this series Capt Lee the playing is great and the interviews as well plus hearing about other bands and guitarists thank you

Saw James live in Italy a couple of months ago and what a performer he is already, absolutely electrifying!

This was an absolutely brilliant video Lee! The respect you give and take is immense :-)

That was great! More of these please.

Epiphone are underrated!!! Thay have that sound, the new as the vintage and pre gibson epis (bigest concurrent back at the day to gibson!!!) and the elitist (new high end epi line since the 90s) (high end 2000€$+)....all epis are superb!!

Such a big inspiration to me! James Bay!!!

Incredibly inspiring, comforting interview. You all rock!

That Epiphone Century is so simple, but it's such a distinct sound that he's totally embraced. Single P90, gotta love it!

Probably the best interview video you've done... And I never had an appreciation of James bay before this.

Most chilling 45 minutes in a long while with Mr Bay and the Captain!

One of the most down to earth and amazing interviews I’ve seen. Was a fan already, but now I want to buy James Bay a beer and talk music...

Agreed ,Lee what a great guy down to earth and a top notch interview one of Lee's best and to be able to play along with James what a experience thanks guys

No James, its about being born with a natural rare gift for singing, writing and to a lesser extent the obsessive traits to put in hours into practicing an instrument. Oh.... and it helps to be a pretty and have a like-able personality as well!

G'day Cap, thank you for the great interview. James is such a lovely lad.

Been waiting for this for ages!!!

Me as a musician I really enjoyed this, the interview was great and the whole feel was great as well, thanks for taking time to make these , it doesn't always have to be about rock en the next pedal are pushing the next amp , it's about being a lover of music and appreciating just hanging out and having a one-on-one talk about music thanks captain again your friend Clarence clay Warner .

This is great, I was a bit on the fence about James Bay but he seems like such a genuine, excitable lover of all things music related that it's very difficult not to like him. Will definitely check out more of his material than the singles that I've heard.

I just fell in love all over again James you're awesome! Awesome interview!

Amazing, amazing sound

Never knew James Bay was such an awesome guy, really love this interview, very inspirational!

Didn't realize James played blues so spot on, love it! Great interview, great sounds..

Great interview. Thanks for the chilled vibes. Legends.

Loved every minute of this

That opening jam was the best one yet on Andertons.