Wilko Johnson Demonstrates His Guitar Technique 9.7.12 

I'm sure this will be watched a lot today! RIP Wilko. What a player and what a man.

Saw him 3 years ago at Holmfirth. Met him in the Bridge Inn afterward. Sad loss. Glad he got those extra 8 years so this lifelong fan could meet him and shake his hand. RIP

A most wonderful, gentle and extremely talented man, very British... unique in every way ❤️🙏🏻❤️

A total ONE OFF ! He's bloody marvellous is Wilko !

This man made a disproportionately massive impact on my quite sad young life. He injected energy, force, creativity, difference, idiosyncrasy and love into the grey mind of a quite depressed 20 something. He made me realise that being different is good, fun and interesting, and that basics are best, with love, passion and originality mattering so much more than endless pedals, effects, posturing and posing. His lyrics made me cry and his music made me smile - I saw him live in 2016 and I will never forget it as long as I live. A fighter, a lover and a true original - dare I say it, but truly, a legend. I really, really loved him. I will always love him - and thank you will never be quite enough. Rest in peace Wilko Johnson.

RIP Wilko. Absolute solid legend.

A true legend. Rest easy Wilko, thanks for the magic.

Always wondered how he did it, looks simple but only because it's in the hands of a master. The worst part of getting older is when your hero's and people you admire pass on and they are always unique and irreplaceable. Wilko was one of those. Luckily for us their legacy still lives on at least-R.I.P

Ok so this is crazy. It's looks simple but he's actually accompanying himself with percussion and a bass line. And the bit where he's keeping the same strumming technique but playing a kick is amazing. No one else sounds like him...

Ashamed to admit I'd never heard of this guy before now - - what a great sound, great vibe. Going to be obsessed with this guy for a while I suspect. RIP

Lucky enough to see Wilco slice up the stage with Ian Dury and the Blockheads, 1981, Auckland New Zealand. Unforgettable. Rest in Peace Wilco Johnson.

RIP, Wilko's music lives on long after all of us.

When this guy starts playing "she does it right/roxette" I wanna grab a drum kit and go crazy.... His playing is raw, energetic and infectious, cant keep me feet still when WJ starts playing.... Saw him with his band in 79 at the music machine.... I was hugging the edge of the stage and he gave me that robot stare.... Still remember that image like it was yesterday.... God bless this guy, I love his music.

RIP Wilko, a true guitar hero.

RIP Wilko, I've had 3 musical ephinanies in my life and one of them was seeing a repeat of the old Grey Whistle test performance of Roxette in the late 90's as a teen and just being floored by it, I couldn't take my eyes of Wilko and marvelled at his dynamism and movement, his playing and brilliantly cool intensity, In that moment I was hooked.

God bless him.....One of England`s ever-diminishing pool of old-fashioned good guys and a gentleman too.

What a man! Let's celebrate his humour, his musicianship and the fact he will (hopefully) be with us many years to come.

the man who came from death to rock the Jools Holland's 2014 new years special. What a genius. Thank you sir and god bless you

The most underrated guitarist ever imo. I'd rather listen to him for 2mins than Clapton for an hour.

RIP Wilko. Fabulous player

So humble, an absolute legend, RIP Wilko, love you always. I'm sure Irene was waiting for you down by the jetty....❤

Thanks Wilko - learnt more for you than I ever did in school! You'll be missed.

I barely discovered Wilko Johnson..... now I'm hooked.....

Relatively unknown, grossly under appreciated. One of the greats for sure.

WOW!!! He's appearing at the Kubix festival is Sunderland, July 2021. I don't think people realise the enormity of the occasion.

Absolutely wonderful Real honest guy ,and just ordinary RIP Wilko God bless you and your family

Brilliant guitarist and an absolute legend. RIP Wilko

beautiful man. Fantastic to hear of his recovery

I just love the way this man played guitar and I love his tone on those early Dr. Feelgood tunes. His style was so unique and just amazing. Thank you so much for the great music Wilko Johnson. RIP and God bless you.

RIP Wliko, true legend. Thanks for the memories 🙏🏻

I saw wilko at the Walkern sports and social club some 10 years ago. He phoned the club to say he would be a bit late on stage, as he was still waiting for his curry in town. What a lovely down to earth great guitar player. Was a great night. Your a superstar wilko

His playing has more energy than most young guitarists today.

RIP Wilko, a massive influence and source of inspiration to a generation

What a lovably talented guy. Privileged to have seen Dr Feelgood in '76, and to feel the full machine-gun attack of Wilco. My 1st gig. The thrill of it has lasted ever since.

RIP Wilko, what a legend and a lovely man

What a great Guy, bless him RIP Wilko.🙏🙏😢😢

there's not many guitar players where you instantly recognise, brilliant raw playing

Wish i could have been there, one of my all time favourite guitar players and such a polite and humble man. Wilko it is truly heartbreaking to hear of your cancer but i hope and pray that you survive it. Take care and thank you very much for all your music.

It was no wonder Wilko mentions legendary Mick Green from The Pirates as such an influence ,he was way ahead of many back in those days utilizing rhythm & lead together while rocking the house to the ground with his bandmates. Keep on rockin it ...

FOOKING LEGEND WILKO GOD BLESS YOU!

yeah wilko, its a very simple thing. the only problem is, nobody else can do it.

Rest in peace Wilko! You are the best in my mind forever 🙏

Wilko - a really top bloke as well as an underrated guitarist...

So glad I got to see him and Norman on tour in Manchester a few years back....RIP Wilko, knock'em down up there !

Everyone loves Wilko,a really nice guy,with a lot of talent !

It's heartbreaking to think the likes of this guy and the amazing music he brought just aren't around anymore. God Bless Wilko.

I'm glad he understood the need to show us. Any wilko footage is absolute gold

A true legend.

What an absolutely delightful man! RIP, Mr. Johnson.

Wilko back from the dead !!! Love this man !!!

A great player with a massive influence. If you think that you've not been influenced by Wilko it's odds on that you've been influenced by someone who got some of their stuff from the sadly departed English master of the Telecaster. RIP WILKO.

Amazing how I watched this video with a few thousand views about a month ago, and now he's passed it's got millions. Just shows people don't get the recognition they deserve until they pass

One bloody chord and the entire Masterpiece presented. What a splendid genius you are Mr Johnson!!!!

He makes it look so easy, and yet there is no one but Wilko who sounds like that.

Amazing player and amazing you are still here Wilko following your terminal pancreatic cancer diagnosis some years ago. Top bloke

RIP Wilco. Simplemente Genial.

I've been playing since 1965. Every guitarist has their own approach, style. whatever. I always loved Wilko, he's so percussive and expressive. Nobody plays exactly like him, but he sure as hell influenced a lot of youthful bashers.

Wilko Johnson is fucking UNKILLABLE. What a legend. The amphetamine kid still.

Checking back into this wonderful video again. What a brilliant player he was.

One of the greats RIP Wilco Johnson

Wilco -God bless him..One of 'the' most unique, original, exciting, compelling, enjoyable & hugely talented guitar players the world has ever had the pleasure to hear.. I know he's ill & terminal - & that makes me & I'm sure many, many people who love him - very sad BUT what a fantastic legacy of brilliantly uplifting & great great music he will leave behind !! Wilco man...You are so loved & I thank you from the bottom of my heart.. A truly amazing guy who brought happiness to millions. PEACE y'all !!! Rxxxx

One of rock's most unique and self depreciating talents.

rip wilko a unique n wonderful guitarist thanks for the great music x

RIP Wilko, Mick Green was also my hero

Love him absolutely love him he's pure rock and roll. And great live!

that's what I call an original style guitarplayer . You're great Wilko .

RIP Wilko.. always loved your style.

My grandfather died of Pancreatic Cancer in 2003. He was my best friend. I used to go to his grave in the middle of the night and just sit there and talk to him. It's tough, and it's hard to deal with family/friends having it. Right now one of my good friend's mother is dealing with PC and slowly, but surely, it's breakin him, as much as he doesn't want to admit it. Medicine has come far in the last 10 years since my grandfather past, so hopefully Wilko will pull through.

one of the great original sounding guitarists of the last 40 odd years imo.him and dr.feelgood heavily influenced my own guitar style,thanx wilko

Incredible magic! And from my local bookstore!

Had the privilege to hear and see Dr Feelgood live iback in -75, during my late school days. Didn't realize then what a brilliant guitarist he was, but I sure do now! Wilko, you"re The Man! God bless you! 🎸

He can have two operations more or three but they can not cut the pure talent out of him, Wilko we love you and you keep on impressing us constantly ❤️

A true character of the music business and an absolute legend

A real one off. We could do with a few more Wilko Johnsons.

RIP Wilko it was an honour to see you in concert..

R.I.P Wilco. You've given us some great music

Wilko a true legend..R.I.P.

Nadie como èl. Descansa en paz, Wilco Johnson.

I just watched it all through,couldn’t help myself…what a great guy,remember him in the 70s…fabulous,unique sound. Good one Wilko

Fantastic guitar player and a lovely bloke. R.I.P Wilko.

Wilko,Lee,John B and Big Figure ...love your music

Great guitar player with such a unique approach, but more importantly a good human being. Was gutted to hear of his passing.

Both humble and great at the same time.... brilliant...RIP Wilko !!

The only thing better than a guitar talent is a beautiful human being behind it... big loss to the planet that he helped make a better place... may his soul keep shining in this universe

RIP WIlko. Rest easy old son.

Paul Weller “tonight Matthew I’m going to be Wilko Johnson”.

had the wonderful privilege of going to a Wilko gig in Ireland a few years back great Man great Guitar player RIP

Wilko Johnson - Guitar Legend!

What the hell are his fingers made from? What a way to play guitar - absolutely genius.

WHAT, a man.

Wilko the legend, Got to see him with the doctor and as a solo artist thank god. Lovely guy too. Sadly missed.

Wilko, character and talent, simply one of a kind.

Always loved the Telecaster sound. So many great players including Wilko have got a distinctive style from the guitar people like Steve Cropper and Syd Barrett. So simple but you try doing it!!

Blimey, that accent. Legend.

Sal, I've watched your videos at this event SO many times & smiles, laughed & marvelled every single time. Today I watch is tinged with sadness but so happy to have seen him live earlier this year. Thank you SO much for recording & then sharing this grounded & intimate event with us all. Cheers 🙂

Learned to play guitar 🎸 thanks to Wilko ,, sadly missed

descansa en paz Dear Wilco. Tengo 60 años y empecé a tocar de quinceañero gracias a él. Le vi tocar muchas veces en España. Thanks

RIP Wilko. So talented. Was in a college band that supported the Feelgoods when I was a kid, then in recent years lived a couple of streets away and would often see him or his wife collecting his meds in local pharmacy.

RIP the greatest guitarist/entertainer i have seen

RIP Wilco....your musical job is done.