its good to hear al play his electric quitar once again, like in the old days of return to forever, my favorite...

No one else like Al. Incredible musician and technician

Glad to see you healthier.

Al is my all Time , Favorite. I've been with him since 79'

Going to see him this Friday May 10 at the Keswick in Glenside PA

The man that literally invented Shredding. The King of Shred. No legato, pure picking and shred. My hero .

@chrispage2782

2 ай бұрын

“literally invented shredding”? uh…no…not by 1/2

@alexfadista

Ай бұрын

He's one of the pioneers, John McLaughlin and Steve Morse are too. Is shred only about pure alternate picking? Because Holdsworth could be considered one of the pioneers too. To me shred is just super fast and technical playing regardless of the technique used whether it's alternate picking, tapping, legato, sweep picking etc. But yeah Al di Meola is one of the godfathers of that.

@nj.5581

Ай бұрын

@@alexfadista yes John McLaughlin for sure another shredder. Al Holdsworth was an incredible Legato player with amazing speed. In my humble opinion that is not shredding. Legato is just a movement of one fretting hand. Shredding requires both hands playing and moving. Picking hand shreds and the other hand frets the notes. Very hard to master up and down with incredible speed. Of course there are people that are naturally talented. They are all amazing players in their own way. Music is subjective.

@richietownsend6737

Ай бұрын

Hey, let’s argue about everything and show how smart we think we are!!

@chrispage2782

Ай бұрын

I’m not arguing about anything. My response was to the OP’s post “That man literally invented shredding.”. Nothing could be further from the truth (although depending on the age of the OP, I realize that a certain younger age group has co-opted the word “literally,” and uses it to mean pretty much anything BUT “literally.”)

Al being Al! Excellent! So glad to see him in full form!👏👏👏

Just saw Al live this past Friday. Excellent musician and band, just wow. Glad to see Al healthy and back better than ever.

I was very blessed to see Al with Return to Forever in 1982! What a PHENOMENAL CONCERT!!!

Saw him in 78 at a concert hall with a huge band two drum sets, xylophones what a band ...Land of the Midnight Sun tunes, Elegant Gypsy and Casino...what an incredible show! Never forget how incendiary and magnificent his playing was, a tornado of ferocity and technique I've never seen equaled and I've seen nearly everyone of the greatest guitarists.

@peterschmitz6446

9 күн бұрын

Al is one of the few Guitarists, who could compete with Carlos Santana. Did they ever play a Duet together ? Must evaluate that.

Al Di Meola is a wonderful songwriter who happens to play some great guitar. Been listening to you since Romantic Warrior and Land of the Midnight Sun. Thank you for all these decades of dedication Al. Glad you have your health back. Many more years.

one of my alltime favorites......that tone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The legend is still thriving. You were a turning point in music! I am glad I could make a comment to you.

Al you are the greatest!

Awesome to hear this live !

The best song!! The way this song builds. Some of his finest writing imo

Still playing and looking as great as ever 👏👏☹️💯

I cut my teeth on guitar trying to learn your early albums. Much love to you and best wishes for you and yours.🎸

@peterpowder8546

2 ай бұрын

Yep. Me too. Had the black beauty Paul complete with DiMazios.

The king of electric jazz guitar and eclectic acoustic jazz.

Thank you for so much incredible music! Truly another level than any other. So glad I was introduced to your music early on. I have listened to so many others with amazing talent, and none compare.

Al is considered a top master of his instrument no room for disrespect here! Please come close to North Carolina!

My very favorite web satisfaction, watching our most beloved music stars busy having fun performing and entertain us fans oh yezzzzzz heavenly bliss indeed ❤🎉❤

Always a pleasure

Master mentor humble. Thanks Al.

Bello/Magnifico.✡️😱😱😱😱😱😱🌡️👑

Здоровья и сил Al Di Meola !

Rock on Maestro! Watched you live years ago in Hollywood CA….sooooo good! So smooth,,,,Awesome! Thank you!

Al remains the Stellar guitarist he's always been. He's been a trailblazer since he started!

This is my favorite Horace Silver album. The African Queen is so beautiful. Pretty Eyes too !!!

Great Song From A Great Artist! I Hope All Is Well With You Al & Your Family! Peace & Love! WooF!🐶🐶

Lovely stuff indeed.

Excellent😃ROCK ON!!!!!!!🤘🏻🤙🏻✌🏻

Wonderful! Different musicians but one, but same great music.

Bought your Mediterranean Sundance nearly 1/2 a century ago in my late teens when it first came out. Saw you 20 yrs ago live . i have gone grey and you still look the same

@carlosespinal17

Ай бұрын

He's the same age as Paco, and Paco died almost a decade ago

Thank you for a very special evening @aldimeola!

back to the good old days I love it

Playing with fire. I love his tone and that band is so good. I would love to see one of his shows on this tour. Al if you read this please tell Elias Danny and Donna Combs sends their best regards to him. He’s a wonderful gentleman and musician.

Maestro🖤 🤘🏼

Merveilleux mélodiste !

That kicked ass ☕🎸

Alberto, we love your music❤❤❤

Mr Al good to see your links again I guess you're doing okay since heart incident but you're looking good you're playing it still awesome. 🙏🥁😃👍

This is awesome..hopefully he is performing in Canada

The KING in 1973 .......... never left the throne, fans!😋

Looking forward to seeing you at park west ❤

Que rico!❤

Have same exact guitar!!!

@tonydevosmusic

3 күн бұрын

worth a fortune 🤑

Maestro

AL. THE GREAT TEACHER

❤👍🤘

Wow, fast as ever.

Hoping a live album of the Electric Tour will be released next. Have a good time Al ! Ciao 😉🇮🇹

Saw him in 1981 cape cod coliseum with samtana really great show but hot as hell in that building lol. I looked like i jumped in a pool but it was sweat haha . General admission on the floor so it was hot up near the stage wow.

@adamsher2538

Ай бұрын

I caught Pat Benatar w Billy Squire there in 83. Hot as hell and thoroughly drenched.

Que vuelva por estos lados...Chile...

👍

私の青春は、春夏秋冬、晴天の日も雨の日も雪の日も、君の曲を録音した compact cassette tape と共にあった。 そして Paco de Lucía にめぐり合わせてくれたのも君だ。Al Di Meola よ、ありがとう!

Sounds like Santana ! if you have been listening for a long long time.

There’s none sound like that 🤌☀️🤗🌞❤️ Meola signature

Hi Al, Can you tell everyone how long your Black Les Pauk sat in the closet before you took it out to use it again? Thanks. I've been a fan for many years.

Al doing a great Santana impression,....... on a Les Paul...

@tonebrennan8475

Ай бұрын

So,…you think,purely as a guitarist,Carlos operates on the same level as Al?;not denigrating Carlos,just curious

He's so lyrical and melodic, far from what 99% of "shredders" do. Steve Vai and Joe Satriani are his musical children.

I actually detected a few consecutive 'up' strokes in his right hand technique. Is Al finally loosening up? HA!

I watched your Rick Beato interview and it sounded like you dis'd Earl Klugh because you wanted the Chick Corea gig?

@OfficialAlDiMeola

2 ай бұрын

I never would dis Earl . I always mention what a great player and guy he is. I just indicated he was more an accomplished acoustic player then ever being known to play electric guitar!

@sil.lum.quan.

Ай бұрын

@@OfficialAlDiMeola Cool. I'm 5 yrs younger than you and grew up musically counting you as one of my top 4 guitar influences.

Mercurial….

I clicked here to give a fresh listen because I've always struggled to understand, to 'get' his music. And, sorry, nope, I still don't. I'm not trying to start a debate or a fight with anyone, I'm not saying I'm right and those who like him are wrong -- I'll even graciously accept the problem is me and not him. But, sorry, I don't get it.

@danielcombs3207

Ай бұрын

That’s alright because everyone has different tastes. You may prefer John McLaughlin, George Benson whomever it may be find what you prefer and enjoy it.

@RicardoMarlowFlamenco

Ай бұрын

1. Rhythm, 2. Melody. 3. Virtuosity in small doses. Most other music tends to lack in one of more of these areas, unfortunately.

@ericsack7468

27 күн бұрын

It's music. It speaks to you, or it doesn't.

@fredgee4537

17 күн бұрын

I agree. I will second your opinion. I don't get it.

@randyjones280

9 күн бұрын

I'm not really fond of this, but Land of the Midnight Sun is amazing and much more melodic

help Kazumi Watanabe fell down😭

@patshowiedoit5340

2 ай бұрын

Yeah, hopefully he recovers well. Haven't heard anything about it in the past month or so. Kazumi is one of the best.

@megasoid

Ай бұрын

Jazz guitarist Katsumi Watanabe hospitalized for brainstem hemorrhage, suspends activities for new year Sunday, March 31, 21:35 Guitarist Katsumi Watanabe Jazz guitarist Katsumi Watanabe, 70, was diagnosed with a brainstem hemorrhage with impaired consciousness in February, his office announced on March 31. He will cancel all live performances and other activities planned for FY2024 and concentrate on medical treatment. He collapsed at his home in Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, on February 27 and was hospitalized urgently. Currently, only family members are allowed to visit him, and the office commented, "We believe that watching over him in a quiet environment will lead to his earliest possible return to work.

Gosh, and you look 20 years younger than you really are... I owe you several years of tendinitis due to trying to (badly) play Mediterranean Sundance on a Strat, my then only guitar

Striking resemblance to Jürgen Klopp, but much better musician. Seriously, please come to the UK on your tour!

Saw him acoustic a couple of years ago and he opened the show with a stupid political statement. Walked out and have never listened again till this. There is so much great music out there, it is easy to eliminate those who would insult half their audience.

@ThomasRogan-gc5pi

10 күн бұрын

Agree with someone's opinion or not I didn't pay to hear it! Play your music 🎶

Why this key, strange choise. Why not in Em or Dm? Then again why not.

@CookieMonsterJams

2 ай бұрын

Same key as original!

@Tomaz-Lanza

2 ай бұрын

@@CookieMonsterJams It sounds just like the original key to me as well.

@aleksik4028

2 ай бұрын

It is, was just wondering why the strange key for guitar and Al is not tuned half step down. One of my favs from Casino.

@chordlogo

2 ай бұрын

Doesn’t seem like a really difficult key. Most of the playing is in the middle of the neck. Down to around the 4th fret and up to around the 17th fret

@RicardoMarlowFlamenco

Ай бұрын

It changes keys. The ending part in G# minor is super cool for guitar, cuz open E lydian gives guitar a special sound. Em gets boring.

Al’s guitar is a bit subdued in the mix throughout. Keys are overwhelming at times … percussion at other times. The Les Paul is really too laid back in the mix.

DIMEOLA IS GOD

@user-un7pk7jm8o

2 ай бұрын

….of guitar

@user-qe1qt7pk8m

2 ай бұрын

Not even guitar.

He looks a little like a certain manager of a certain Premier League football club,or should l say an out going manager?...dare l say Liverpool F.C🤔

Why are you doing this ?….put the Paula in a corner of you’re living room and enjoy it….

After 3 minutes hearing its for me only boring !

@RicardoMarlowFlamenco

Ай бұрын

It is called building up to a climax. You are supposed to have more than a 2 minute attention span to listen to this, it is not for ADHD kids.

As good as Al is he's kind of boring to listen too...Yawn

Boring. Check out Tory Slusher. Much more musical.

@davemenard5089

Ай бұрын

She’s pretty good

@mattdelany6799

Ай бұрын

@@davemenard5089 she does a loosely based cover of black hole sun. At 05:45, you have never heard anything more musical, or beautiful.

@davemenard5089

Ай бұрын

@@mattdelany6799 the black hole sun video was the first one I saw from Tory. It blew me away

@mattdelany6799

Ай бұрын

@@davemenard5089 try Kashmir next. I believe she is the most musical guitarist in the world. Her bebop is second to none. You have to watch her videos until the end, because she will just improvise, and create magic. Only a handful of guitarists can just sit with a guitar, and create this kind of magic. She dances from classical to bebop to country. Jeffrey the chainsaw man is another one. She is a world class rock player, too. A genius.

@autk

28 күн бұрын

LAUGHABLE 😂

Demieola is such a virtuoso, one of the most prolific guitar masters

@romanhollow2985

Ай бұрын

DiMeola