tony rice was one of the few artists that went out of their way to thank me (the lighting guy) and the sound folk at the end of his show at our theatre.

@Guitargate

3 жыл бұрын

I believe it!! Love hearing that.

@fiveeyes2802

3 жыл бұрын

That is humbling!

@mcmule2007

3 жыл бұрын

Opened for BB King and many other national acts. BB was the only one to acknowledge and give thanks during the set. Class acts both of them.

@TheOneTrueSpLiT

2 жыл бұрын

You were honoured Sir.

Don't forget Tony Rice's vocals too. Putting all the guitar virtuosity to one side, he was just so incredibly musical. That's why he should be remembered as one of the greats.

@Phoenixhunter157

3 жыл бұрын

True! I absolutely love Tony rice’s vocals

@kevinmoyer6224

3 жыл бұрын

Tonys vocals and song writing were always above the guitar playing to me. And his guitar playing is on level 10.... so that should tell you everything

@stevemidkiff1482

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely 👍 💯

@benspires956

2 ай бұрын

Tony was hands down, the best bluegrass singer!

@benspires956

2 ай бұрын

The “nod” says, ‘your break is next’! Love it! Never be another like Tony!

Grew up a few houses down from Mr. Rice and as great of a flatpicker that he was, he was a nicer man. And had great taste in cars, can still hear his black cobra til this day

@LaChameriquetyville

3 жыл бұрын

This fact makes me very happy.

@afterglow2020

3 жыл бұрын

bahaha of course this dude drove a black cobra

@SamofCR

3 жыл бұрын

Never knew about the cobra, but I remember the Challenger he had in Crystal River.

@B1769

Жыл бұрын

Was he from Eden, NC?

@fishingthesoutheast5404

Жыл бұрын

@@B1769 not sure where he lived previously but he lived on cedar lane in reidsville for yeeears

I think its an accurate statement to say never in any genre of music has there ever been more talent assembled on one stage than this. Nobody will ever be able to replace Tony Rice. R.I.P. my friend. You will always be the GOAT in my opinion ❤

@G_Demolished

Жыл бұрын

The crazy thing is, even though Tony and Bela are the big names, I think Mark was the most talented one there. He plays all those instruments at that level.

@scottsweetmusic

Жыл бұрын

I don’t necessarily disagree but I I would say my favorite lineup for taken would be David grisman quintent or quartet

@blakehymer424

Жыл бұрын

Jd crowe and the new south 1975 I would argue.

Everybody should go listen to The Pizza Tapes with Tony Rice and Jerry Garcia, it's magical.

@slowwaterdrifting

3 жыл бұрын

Waiting and hoping forna vinyl release on this one.

@shoretyus

3 жыл бұрын

magic

@zacharydressel1973

3 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite bluegrass/ old time records ever.

@fiveeyes2802

3 жыл бұрын

Totally,!

@eliasmcgilp1564

3 жыл бұрын

I was about the make the very same recommendation. Not only is the music and banter simply incredible, but the story behind the tapes is almost equally good. More Dead serendipity.

I have always considered this the ultimate bluegrass lineup. Their whole set is out there somewhere on KZread.

@edsiefker1301

8 ай бұрын

The ultimate band period.

Oh my god, I'm devastated. Tony was The Man. I met him backstage in the early 90's and he actually let me play his guitar. In the late 2000's I came across some research on spasmodic dysphonia and sent it to his website. I'm sure he didn't remember me from Adam, but a few months later, as my wife and I were watching TV; the phone rings. "I'm looking for Eric Fischer, I'm Tony Rice." The voice goes. I would have thought it was a prank, but with that husky rasp he had then, I knew it must have been him. He searched me out, and called me, just to say thank you for sending off that information to him. My wife, Anne was on the couch, she was dying from cancer and I said, "Anne, you'll never guess who this is. It's Tony Rice!" She used to play bluegrass with me, so she knew who he was. I didn't know what to say; just stuff like "Tony you're the best, man. Thank you for everything." He talked for a couple minutes and then excused himself. What a gentleman. Back in the 90's, my friend was a nurse a local hospital and in one room, the TV was playing an old Andy Griffith episode. Clarence White and the White's were on. He pointed to the screen and told the patient, "My friend played that guitar!" Tony, man you'll be missed.... and revered for years to come. Thank you!

I was there. And yeah, Tony Rice, one of a kind. The master.

@ogs1mpson609

3 жыл бұрын

Lucky you. My first time seeing Tony live was at 1998 telluride bluegrass festival.

@mrphil2557

3 жыл бұрын

@@ogs1mpson609 Used to go to MerleFest every year back then. Only got to go to Telluride once. Beautiful place to see great music!

@ogs1mpson609

3 жыл бұрын

@@mrphil2557 they had basically the same all star band for the 98 telluride festival closer but instead of Mark O’Connor it was Tim O’Brien

@mikelabomusic7782

3 жыл бұрын

This lineup is just amazing. Unbelievable, really.

@bradsparks6008

3 жыл бұрын

Consider your self lucky there! I would pay anything to experiance this era of bluegrass

RIP Tony. I feel lucky to have lived in a time that produced Tony Rice, Bela Fleck, Mark O'Connor, Jerry Douglas, Sam Bush and Mark Schatz. Every one, a once in an eternity.

I’ve watched that performance more time than I can count. What an absolute masterpiece!

As a bluegrass educator myself, nothing makes me happier than watching another musician/teacher nerding out about a classic bluegrass video! :D Happy to run across this sir! Let me know if you would ever like some more obscure, but awesome bluegrass stuff to react to! :D

@Guitargate

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Link me up!

11:02. KZread couldn’t even handle the amount of heat it was being required to stream hahahah. So bad ass. Rest In Peace TR. my favorite players favorite player.

Literally growing up at Bluegrass festivals in the late 70's-early 80's, Tony Rice was always like some mythical beast. If he was picking, EVERYBODY stopped jamming and watched. A complete Master of his craft. From Manzanita to the New South and then the Tony Rice Unit he blazed a very wide swath of what was possible on an old Martin D-28. RIP sir. Go rest high on that mountain.

Michael--I think that the reason I am so drawn to you and your reactions is the sheer joy that escapes the screen of my laptop. You make me happy.

@justathought88

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree! Michael's reaction here was off the charts! Love it. 💜

The absolute best reaction you have done. Tony Rice will be remembered for a long time.👍👍👍

I'm going to start playing gigs in a suit and tie. I just don't think you can play that well without being dressed properly.

@mrphil2557

3 жыл бұрын

Tony was pure class. He set a standard we should all reach for.

@genuineimpulse9134

3 жыл бұрын

He's got the country preacher look for sure 14:22

@leodorini789

3 жыл бұрын

don't forget the mustache!

@trevormekelburg3773

3 жыл бұрын

The mustache is the key to real authentic tone. More so then strings, picks, and tone woods.

@WildwoodSon

3 жыл бұрын

It is called dressing for the character you wish to portray on stage; think Emmylou Harris with her cowboy boots and J-200 or Vulfpeck striped shirts. The stage persona is for the show. Folks are surprised when they meet their stage heroes and discover they are, for the most part, just regular guys and gals. BTW, Tony's guitar solo on Emmylou's Wayfaring Stranger is the epitome of taste and timing. I digress.

Tony is a killer. I love this version, it gives me POWER

Tony Rice changed guitar for me forever! He is my guitar idol, Rest In Peace Mr. Rice

One of my all time favorite musical recordings is “The Pizza Tapes” - Garcia, Grisman and Rice playing just for the love of playing…Legendary..

In Grisman's FB tribute to Tony he mentioned that when Tony first joined the DGQ he told David that he couldn't compose music, and David told him, "Yes, you can!" The next day he brought his first composition to David, Swing 51, and it was included on their premiere album, The David Grisman Qunitet (Kaleidoscope F-5). The power of suggestion is real. RIP Tony, and thank you for this tribute, Michael.

Tony's second solo, while improved, is not really winged. He's adding jazz to bluegrass. Giving space and tension. Complete mastery over that Martin. Breathtaking.

@scottsweetmusic

Жыл бұрын

Something he likely picked up working with grismans music too

This hit me hard, he is one of my all time favorite artists, and he was an artist. Not just a phenomenal groundbreaking guitarist, but also a great groundbreaking singer, bringing a while new style to bluegrass singing, and damn he was able to tell a story. He was a great songwriter as well, but didn't write lyrics. And he picked the greatest songs to cover as well, he especially loved Gordon Lightfoot and his versions of his songs really are the definitive versions. And he was a humble gentleman as well. What an exceptional human he was.

@tcm6756

3 жыл бұрын

well said Jeff. Always loved that he loved Gordon.

Sam Bush’s break is incredible.

The look on the fiddle players face after he killed that solo. It's like he surprised himself. Thanks for making these videos, it really helps us tone deaf folks when a person says "that's an A". I'm starting to recognize notes, it's awesome.

@datsunlambchops4624

3 жыл бұрын

The fiddle player!?!?!?!? Thats Mark O'Connor, also one of the most awesome players ever. He can keep up with the best players on any instrument, mandolin, guitar. Boss.

@KenLongTortoise

3 жыл бұрын

@@datsunlambchops4624 its "The "fiddle player

@rockinredneck57

2 жыл бұрын

Mark is a past Grand Champion on both fiddle and guitar.

How can anyone NOT be in awe of that stage! Absolutely unreal!

There will never again be this much musical talent on one stage together. Each one so incredible. I glad I lived to see it. RIP Tony. You still are the master.

The A team "tales of the acoustic planet " series will always be some of my favorite music. R.I.P. Tony

Last comment - promise. Tony had a beautiful singing voice (before dysphonia took it). Go listen to him sing "Four Strong Winds", "Church Street Blues", "Urge for Going", or "Green Light on the Southern". Thank you, Michael, for the lovely tribute. You said and felt what we're all feeling.

RIP Tony Rice, you were a legend! ❤️ There is in general so much badassness on stage! Bluegrass finest!

I've never heard of Tony...you have changed that. Thank you!

@sooparticular

3 жыл бұрын

I HEARD OF HIM BUT NEVER HEARD HIM PLAY

@peteworland226

3 жыл бұрын

The first time I saw tony I was mesmerized!!

@riceflatpicking4954

3 жыл бұрын

For 25 years now my biggest hero and inspiration, the reason that I pick! Do a search on KZread and listen to the entire Mar West record you’ll love it! And a big welcome to Tony’s music!!

Bluegrass just makes you smile, even if the song is sad, so much fun, the foot just has to move. Great reaction too!

What an absolute joy to see you enjoying 'Freeborn Man'. You are right! The magic, the artistry, the humour and the leadership, Tony Rice had it all. Thank you for this. Once again, you are showing us another shade of what music is all about but always through the prism of passion :)

JD Crowe, Tony Rice, Ricky Skaggs, Jerry Douglas and boby Slone. To ME, the best Bluegrass album ever. Started playing banjo in the 70's with the Earl Scrubbs book then found JD. Crowe, and COUNTLESS Banjo players. But Tony Rice just freaking stole my heart. RIP Tony, you gave us ALL some GREAT GREAT times.

@joseureste8257

3 жыл бұрын

Check out sturgill simpsons new albums cutting grass vol 1 and 2!

@tylercartwright

3 жыл бұрын

That recording of those gents doing The Old Homeplace is classic bluegrass.

@TheRycooder

3 жыл бұрын

@@tylercartwright Just AMAZING....

@TheRycooder

3 жыл бұрын

@@joseureste8257 I've heard #1 and yes, love it....Glad to hear him put a spotlight on Bl;uegrass again.

@TheRycooder

2 жыл бұрын

@@joseureste8257 Love Simpsons album but I gurantee if you asked Simpson about the JD Crowe and the New Grass album he concede it's the best ever.

I love how you respect the great one! His pure driving grass and jazz influences warped the guitar in bluegrass to another level and there will truly be no other! I find this hard as what he did with the guitar is almost comparible with scruggs on the 5 string, completely rewriting the instrument and every solo you listen to in grass has a TR influence he will be greatly missed...

You missed some of the fun interplay. Bella missed his cue on the banjo break, so coming into the next verse, Tony intentionally waits an extra two beats to come in with the vocals. You can see Sam laughing because he knows it’s Tony playing around.

I first saw this performance a couple days ago and I’ve already watched it like 7 times, incredible

Thanks for this. Tony was the man, IMO the greatest bluegrass guitarist we've seen (and not just a bluegrass guitarist, he could play well in virtually any style). Such a cool cat too. RIP.

That D28 the “antique” is priceless. Some of the best to ever hold a pick have had the honor and privilege to play it. From Clarence to Tony to BMFS have all played it. I hope the family keeps it and takes care of it.

I'm dying at 13:00 - 13:05 Tony goes for a lick, then another, and your face as you try to interpret what he might be going for is priceless. Your hand in the air. Mouth slightly ajar. Eyes narrowed. hahahahah

5:45 When he walks from the A to the D, he does it *against* the beat. When you hear that (and it's the sh*t) that's either Tony or a Tony disciple. And it gives me chills.

As a (now stroke-ridden) metal/rock axe maniac from the '80s I believe I have missed a lifetime of the talent and workings that were from the virtuoso that was Tony Rice. And only now after his passing am I enlightened to his magic, and the knowing that for all this time I've been a *HUGE* bluegrass fan all my life. I would have loved to have performed "Cattle in the Cane" to unexpected HM fans with all the respect that it owes him, it is *LITERALLY* among my most favourite pieces of guitar work from *any* artist or genre. Much love and respect, always Mr TR ❤️

I’ve never seen anyone else react the way I do when I watch that freeborn man video. Thank you for making me feel like I’m not the only fanatic 😂 and thanks for sharing the joy. This video of Tony rice is one of my absolutely favorites.

@Guitargate

3 жыл бұрын

YES!

Great to hear you do this song. RIP Tony Rice!

Hi Michael! First of all I want to tell you that I love your channel. I went to see Tony Rice in Harrisburg, PA in the early 80's. I'm ashamed of myself for not remembering the fiddle and banjo players names but they were absolutely phenomenal. I love bluegrass and always will and watching this just sparked my interest again. I know this video is from 2 years ago so you may not even see it, but I thought I would reach out anyway. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day.

I have been obsessed with this song lately watching this Tony Rice version on KZread every night for about 8 nights in a row so I really enjoyed your rundown. Thank you.

I was so fortunate to see Tony in small settings when he was in his prime!

I was so blessed to see Tony at Merlefest a few times. Tony and Doc and Merle up in heaven jammin’ together again. The cosmos is very fortunate.

@jordanlakey698

3 жыл бұрын

Amen! The one thing I loved about growing up in Wilkesboro North Carolina

Saw Tony duet with David Grisman in a small auditorium, completely mindblowing and joyful. Classiest guitarist I ever saw.

Oh man thanks for paying respects to the LEGEND. Can’t wait for the next one

Thx for doing this one. Tony was the undisputed king of cool. Just in another world of his own. RIP.

I know what you're unable to say. I've been in awe of Tony since '83 when I first was introduced to his music. I got to meet and chat with him a few times. He was as awesome as his playing. Bragging on everybody else.

my absolute favorite of all time. I was on a roadtrip with a college buddy in 1999 a few yrs after graduation. He was a serious flatpicker, i played just my strat (blues mainly) at the time. In a hotel room in Lake Tahoe he played a beautiful rendition of Tony's version of Church Street Blues. It completely floored me. It was then immediately and is still now, one of my favorites of all time. I did the ultimate deep dive of Tony and all of bluegrass. I learned to play bluegrass guitar until my fingers bled, healed then played again, rinse repeat and didn't stop - that was 20 years ago and i've never stopped. Thanks for this video! RIP Tony. You were absolutely immense. In case you guys want to hear his last interviews with his friend Jan, here is the link - kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZHaNlcqDcsq5Ybg.html and part 2 i believe - kzread.info/dash/bejne/n52I1plvhN2qiJM.html

@vandyman9957

3 жыл бұрын

Sold, Church Street Blues... I'll dig it up tonight. Love seeing Ben Jammin here, thank you brother

I believe the Tony Rice video is from the 1992 Merlefest on Sunday. I was there. A cloudy and overcast day. That was a good year.

@jordanlakey698

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! The best thing about growing up in Wilkesboro is Merlefest!!!!

I grew up in Wilkesboro North Carolina. Home of Merlefest. The best bluegrass fest started by Doc Watson. It’s amazing to see who comes from all around the world. Great music and great community. Awesome Rest easy Tony Rice

@jordanlakey698

3 жыл бұрын

I just realized this is at Merlefest!!!

My guitar Idol! RIP Tony!

Jerry could play any style of American music as well or better than anyone of his generation.As King of the bluegrass pickers around the Bay Area of course he and Tony played together, water seeks its own level. Love you Mike, your the finest kind. 🖖🏽

Tony's music has been with me when everything else felt insincere. I cannot put into words how incredible of an artist he was. his works with the bluegrass band and Tony Rice unit are among the best music I've heard. it just felt great seeing you loving this man and his music. great video.

Rip Tony Rice💔💔💔

Thank you for the video. I love your passion. It's nice to see someone who knows all these people and is passionate about the music as I am. I've seen this video maybe a dozen times but I still love it. I love how much fun they're having too.

This is an outstanding analysis. I've seen that video probably 500 times, and you pointed out some things I had never realized. I was so fortunate to have lived in Louisville, KY when Tony and Sam were in their late teens playing with the Bluegrass Alliance, and it was already obvious that they were a force to be reckoned with.

I get so much more from your reactions and analysis and joy of this great music, I love it. I got seriously into guitar in the early 1980's and played it like a mad man for 20 odd years, but have not picked it up in a couple of years. Thanks for the fun you put into these, this was hot ...

@vandyman9957

3 жыл бұрын

Tell us you've picked it up again amigo!

What a glorious tribute! Thank you Michael for reminding us how and why great music is made, this time in the form of the late Tony Rice. I have such affection and respect for the man. He was my favorite guitarist in Appalachian music, second only to my very favorite, Norman Blake. Their two joint albums ensured a walk through the pearly gates, and once reunited, they will charge but a modest fee** for their heavenly performances. ** Every few days angels will be dispatched to Earth with the money to replenish strings and picks and such.

My favorite part is when Tony is doing the jazz comping, then it sounds like Douglas catches on and meets him at the top of the vamp.

Holy Jesus playing a fiddle that's a beautiful guitar! I know what I'm gonna be saving for this year Can't even focus on your playing I'm just admiring the inlay

I told my wife how lucky we are to have had this generation of musicians that built on the foundation's of monroe, Stanley, flat,and Scruggs and took acoustic music to a new level. Sadly Tony passed on Christmas but he set the bar for the next generation.

Btw.... since you asked.... that’s Mark Schatz on bass.... one of the best.... ever. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

I clicked into this just out of interest of you reacting to a Tony Rice vid that I've seen, had no idea he had passed... Like you said, he will be missed, but he left a huge legacy and tons of good music. Watching your reaction was a lot of fun, and hearing it from another person's perspective than just my own was pretty enjoyable. Rock on!

First time I’m seeing you dude...love you and your enthusiasm!

Michael, your appreciation alone is enough.

I cut my bluegrass TEETH on Tony Rice in the late 70’s/early 80’s. Saw him in person at gigs all the time. I would laugh until I cried. I’m glad you get it!!!

Amazing, gracious musicians. So incredibly gifted. Feel so fortunate to have been able to see these guys live. I love how generous they are with each other.

Everyone has videos. I had the pleasure of sitting in his living room watching him play.

Lived in Nashville for 20 years and would regularly go to the Bluebird Cafe and the Station Inn. Not only would you see the current greats of country and bluegrass playing as well as songwriters trying out their stuff but you would see the greats of other genres in the audience. Steve Winwood lived in Nashville and he was a frequent visitor. 30 years ago I was in the Bluebird and the owner announced that there was a "fairly good picker" in the audience and wanted to see if he would play a bit. This guy in front of me gets out of his seat and steps on the stage. Eric Clapton. Crazy.

I grew up with Tony's little brother Wyatt, (who's also an amazing guitarist!!!), back In the 70s in Crystal River FL. Was always a treat when Tony came home for a visit!!! The whole family was gifted and when they got together to make music, it was like heaven on earth!!! Believe it or not, Tony was a better fisherman than guitarist... If he wasn't pickin, he was fishin 😉 You'd see him walking down to the river, barefoot, cigarette in his mouth and a fishin rod in his hand!!! I was very blessed to know that family!!! Thank you for the great video sir🙏🙏🙏

Dude!!! You're speaking my language now! Although , so sad at the news, 2020 has been unreal.....

@Guitargate

3 жыл бұрын

I know, right>?!

@johnchainey4831

3 жыл бұрын

@@Guitargate wheeless is right speaking my language and leaving me speechless LOL

@wadson990

3 жыл бұрын

@@Guitargate Great channel. Greetings from Brazil. 🙋‍♂️

Awesome Wonderful Tribute

I was able to buy an instructional vid he did several yrs ago . He was a top notch teacher as well . Each one of these guys to my thinkin are close to the top if not the top player in their field . Tony Rice is the man u say ? Well , Yes sir , yes he is .

Michael you are such a rockstar! The look on your face when the youtube video glitches out is priceless. Thanks for, finally, doing a video on the legendary Tony Rice!

Nice camera quality and shots!!! Gonna use them for my videos!

This is a favorite clip of mine, and you've added even more enjoyment from what you point out. Well done & thanks.

I've watched that Freeborn Man vid must be 1000 times. It's nice to hear someone appreciate it for all the deep and detailed reasons why these guys in this band playing this song this way is such a smokin' damn miracle. Every time I watch it Tony is a god. Mark O'Connor is a tasty beast. Bela is an absolute monster. Sam Bush OMFG. I actually submitted this video for another review channel - wanted Brett and Eddie on TwoSet Violin to discuss Mark's solo. Never heard back, sadly...and I chalk that up to pure terror.

Thank you for making this -- your joy in watching and listening to this master helps to ease the pain. A huge loss.

Thanks for your comments. It looks like you almost had tears in your eyes at times. I truly understand. Mark O Connors break was from outer space. This is one of the best bluegrass performances ever!!

I love the passion you got. I'm not that big into bluegrass and i dont even have close your music knowledge but you just catch me with that passion. Couldnt stop smiling the whole vid... you inspire me to improve my guitar playing

Really loved this video. I have entirely new and improved appreciation for Tony Rice. I listened to him when I was much younger, he always amazed me. Great stuff! Thank you.

This is one of the reasons I always loved Merlefest. Not only is there usual a great line up, but it’s one of the festivals that players go to so they can hang out with their friends. Well, that and was set up by some of the ancestors of Bluegrass. They started it playing on the backs of flatbed trucks....and up until COVID hit most of them rarely missed it. That’s an all star line up there with Tony Rice, each of them arguably the best or one of the best at their instruments. All of them are headliners at lessor venues.

Thanks for paying tribute to a legend. You are always out front doing good work for the people.

I'm so glad you did this one, I have been watching it for years. Insane musicianship.

I discovered bluegrass through the Grateful Dead!

@SamuelDuplessis12

3 жыл бұрын

Cool, you should listen to Trey Hensley's version of "Friend of the devil", Trey's stuff is absolutely amazing!

@JoelKAS

3 жыл бұрын

Same here. I loved Reckoning. Dark hollow was my favorite song on that album. That lead me to BG.

Great tribute! I learned so much by studying his tablature, I wish I could have met him!

Long time fan of Tony's from the days of the Dave Grisman Quintet, he never ceased to amaze me, and what a lineup on that stage in your video. Years ago, I attended a concert at the World Guitar Congress at Towson State where the Tony Rice Unit was the last act. I left Steven's Hall and walked straight to the closest bar and ran into 3 other's that had done the same. The topic of conversation, as we drank beer and sat in amazement of the awesome performances, was (jokingly) "what to do, practice a whole lot more or give up the guitar forever"! I've seen this video before but REALLY appreciate the enthusiasm in your review. Keep up the great work. And yes, i was a part of the Baltimore bluegrass scene for a while too. Losing Tony was so sad, but thankfully we have so many ways to remember him through his music. Ok, my guilty pleasure is his duets with John Carlini, River Suite for Two Guitars is wonderful.

No artist ever affected me the way Tony Rice did even though I was an acoustic music (and more particularly guitar) fan from a very, very early age. Prior to hearing Tony I was a finger style guitarist with my heroes being the likes of John Fahey, Leo Kottke, Bert Jansch & John Renbourn. But Tony made me want to play flatpick. Bad. Me and some quadrillion other people (just like ol' BMFS is no doubt doing again). Can't say I ever got that proficient with it but still Tony remains for me the gold standard of tone, rhythm and timing, as well as song selection and just plain taste. I'd would absolutely love to hear you do another reaction of deep dive video on Tony! It doesn't have to be one of his countless barn-burners that us mere mortals can only gawk at. Any of his slower pieces that demonstrate his tempo and timing and interesting cording and picking pattern. Something like "Shadows" or maybe even one of my personal favorites "Let it Ride" which has such an interesting picking pattern.

Michael, I've been watching you for about a year, and this video single handedly got me into bluegrass when you released it. Thank you so much!!!!

Tony influenced so many people in all music he was a hero of mine so sad he passed i had always hoped he would get well enough to come back out on the road 😔😭

Just an unreal amount of skill and craftsmanship on that stage.

While you were immersed in bluegrass while at GIT, probably a couple of decades earlier I was just as immersed while studying photography at Art Center over in Pasadena. That's a pretty lonely place to be being a bluegrass nut in the mid 80's , but at least The Banjo Cafe still existed back then and at the beginning of the semesters, you could sneak off for a quick Saturday night of J.D. Crowe playing there. Love your enthusiasm for Tony and the music he took to a whole different level.

Thanks for this. My first trip to your channel. Lots to learn here.

thanks for this, saw tony back in the mid 80's when I went to telluride. blew me away. been a fan since

Thanks for the intro to this guitar great, Tony Rice! I’m a very basic guitar player who loves all good music and I absolutely love your enthusiasm for this truly gifted performer. I’m joining you in geeking out on Tony Rice today.

Would've love to see Clarence White and Tony on stage together, minds would've been blown!