He's humble, gracious & not ya typical music industry guitarist /singer. He's very respectful, kind, funny & a very talented guy who worked his ass of for many years to be the musician he is today! Very proud I listened to him long ago! What an awesome dude!

Personally I think Joe will regret selling this one.

@BrentHarmon

7 жыл бұрын

I agree. I would have held onto that guitar until my dying day.

@BossNotes

7 жыл бұрын

Brent Harmon but he's been on the buying trading guitar stuff since a small kid , Ya seem to get not so emotionally attached till you reach you 60's. Then ya say , man I wish I had the gold top prototype right about now. I know , I do this to the 2nd girlfriend I had . Seen her the other week, do t look as good as I remember, But that's a diff story.

@dave340cars

7 жыл бұрын

Big Mistake. One that will be highly regretted.

@kamb26

7 жыл бұрын

Gary Moseley he had a great prototype made for him. With that said it's hilarious that he doesn't use it at all. That guitar was the feature of the 1st royal Albert hall show. I believe this is the guitar he uses on the great flood in that show. I understand the allure of 59 les Paul's but when you have a guitar made for you, not using is just odd. I wholeheartedly agree with you that he will regret selling this. It's just so odd that he doesn't use his signature model at all.

@albertoramirez5977

6 жыл бұрын

It’s nice but it isn’t vintage

Great respect for Joe. Cool guy who stuck to his music when the big labels didn't want it. Nice human being.

@trollfiddler

7 жыл бұрын

I'm more in the Skip James and Mississippi John Hurt camp myself, but a friend sent me a track of Joe's many years ago when I was still recovering from my rock mode :) Having said that, I love the stuff he does with Beth Hart and he has much more feeling in his playing than many modern guitarists.

@turkeytrailhoneybeefarmgeo6292

6 жыл бұрын

trollfiddler seems they have been out of touch for a while.

What a down to earth guy, wish I had friends like him

I’ve really become a fan of Joe’s by watching these videos and learning more about him. Truly a classy guy!

Joe, thanks for all that you do for everyone. You're a special guy and it's an honor to be able to share a world with you.

He seems like a kid whose parents raised him right. His excellent musicianship is a bonus and a gift to us all.

Frank Stallone probably already has this one on layaway

@andym28

7 жыл бұрын

lmao

@conan218

7 жыл бұрын

Pablo Escobar lmao

@sebs2268

7 жыл бұрын

haha

@38Noles

7 жыл бұрын

It's Sly's Martin Luther King Day gift and you just ruined the surprise

@russclark6780

7 жыл бұрын

You win the internet today. Lol

I've just fallen in love with Joe. He may have a big chin, and a funny last name but boy, does he have the kindest soul, the sweetest singing voice and guitar playing skills to die for. Stay lovely and grounded, Joe, us fans truly love you for it.

As one of those homeless people, I want to sincerely thank you for your heart and for what you do for those around you

Joe's one stand up guy plus one of the best guitar players around

he's a monster player flying the flag for blues rock guitar like nobody else his generation. Keeping it alive.

Thank you Norm & Joe for sharing your talent and gifts with those of us who are true music lovers!

For some reason I've resisted applauding Joe's accomplishments for years. After seeing him play as a child I expected him to eventually burn out and become a pipe fitter or mechanic leaving music behind as many applauded by stars do. But he stayed with it and invested the time, effort and work it took to become what he is today. To see him contribute to those around him, to speak to the public as a modest human being, yet continue working to advance his skills is overwhelming. His modesty, consideration for others, and his contributions to family, friends, and people in general is a most unexpected gift to all of us. Given what I've seen Joe's welcome at my table as long as I remain living.

@zacharyradford5552

2 жыл бұрын

Jealous is a powerful thing. Also I doubt he gives a flying fuck.

Love all the jealous people who rag on Joe, a man who’s living his passion and doing it his way. Last I checked, you can’t force people to listen to your music! They’re plenty of artists I may not like but respect them for their success and abilities.

@jamesbarrybrooks6564

2 жыл бұрын

I agree James, Joe's great. If you like guitars, what's not to like, he's a real fan as well as a great player & very knowledgeable. God bless Joe Bonamassa, he's important to the world of guitar.

@shmirginhymer1867

2 жыл бұрын

Where does the hate for Joe come from? Everything I've seen of him he's, humble, intelligent, and extremely passionate about his work. Love the guy.

@KathleenWillemsMusic

2 жыл бұрын

@@shmirginhymer1867 i’m asking myself the same thing. Why are there any Joe haters? If you don’t like him, just don’t listen to him.

I love the bit where he gives advice in earnest about how to handle endorsements. As if that’s something we’ll all have to figure out someday. There should be more people on the planet like him.

Thank you for feeding the homeless. I was once homeless. God bless you.

helping those less fortunate than ourselves is a beautiful thing..!! you guys are right on..! God bless everyone.

so good to hear how much you do for the less fortunate, I have opened my door, to a few homeless teens, and Dusten is now off to school back east, after being with me and my wife, for four years, he is now family to us and we still support him in his journey. I was very happy to receive a beautiful Les Paul faded t from him a year ago Christmas. since then, I have rejoined my efforts to learn to play after 40 years, and in this process, have discovered what an amazing guitar player you are. thank you for your gifts to us...

A fantastic musician, a really nice guy and quite possibly the greatest guitarist of his generation.

@blazer6248

2 жыл бұрын

Nah. He's gotta be better than Buckethead before he can take that title and he's not even better than Bucket. Buckethead can and does play about 25 different genres of music, all just as well as any of them. Blues, jazz, rock, metal, country, avant garde, whatever. Bucket does it all. Joe doesn't. That alone makes him not the best. Same reason why Duane Allman is better than Jimi. Duane could put down way more than Jimi. He was the more well-rounded player and was better than Jimi, too. He didn't need all the gimmicks like Jimi, either. Just look at the difference in their shows. You went to an Allman Brothers Band concert to HEAR the music. To FEEL the music. You went to a Hendrix concert to see Jimi do all the gimmicks. Joe may be one of the best blues guitarists of his generation. I can get on with that. But overall? Not a chance. And I'm no Joe B hater. I love Joe's music and Joe, too. He's a real a** dude. But he's not the best guitarist of his generation.

@catspajamas482

2 жыл бұрын

Cool story.

@hauntedchannel9163

2 жыл бұрын

@@blazer6248 very well said! Buckethead is not human

As down to earth as he is amazing, lovely man Joe B !

Joe tells great stories. I would love to see him at a song writer/ performer show interview on stage. So humble and so giving. Have fun at villa Boehm, wish I was there!

@sgt.thundercok4704

2 жыл бұрын

He does.

Nice gesture Joe man . Thank you for helping people no as fortunate as you are . Been in the rain . One love man 🙏🏼💜☮️.

You guy's are so incredibly generous. Its a privilege to watch your video's from England.

Joe's humility is what defines his unique greatness. Best living and humble.

I only wish all celebrities were as genuine as joe appears to be. Your a good man joe Bonanassa.

Joe!! You are no less a guitarist than any other famous guitarist in history. You are amazing player and greatly deserve your own Gibson model. Rock on!!

over the last few months I have grown an absolute respect for JB! Great guitar player but better Man!

What a really nice guy Joe is. I saw him in Leeds in his early days and he's just got better and better.

I heard heavy metal almost my whole life, blues is still not my music style..., but this guy has a great sound, and a humble heart. I like it.

@Olegstuff21986

2 жыл бұрын

Metal is actually rooted in the blues, the early Sabbath stuff comes from there, a lot of the heavy metal solos use the pentatonic scale as a basis.

Great video. If you've never seen Joe in concert, do yourself a favor and go! He puts on one heck of a production. From the band, backup singers and all the rest of the "cast"- they really do entertain! Go JB, thanks Norm!

Joe seems like a really nice guy! A genuine good person who is humble and hasn't let his fame go to his head. A rare thing today!

translation: Norm wants something special that he can jack the price up on beyond his already inflated prices

@sangeif5222

7 жыл бұрын

I agree and disagree with your point. I'm sure Norm has quality on point vintage instruments, that are overpriced, but like you said there nice well taken care of good sounding instruments. With that being said, i have been in vintage shops in my area, and have played many of the "nice" vintage guitars they have and can say without a doubt that the prices are sometimes a 1000$ over and the guitars are mostly crap.

@1954telecaster

7 жыл бұрын

I have no beef with Norm but I wouldn't pay a penny extra for a guitar just because it was owned by Joe Bonamassa (as good as he is, he's nowhere near iconic level)

@BubblesBubbles

7 жыл бұрын

Really? Nowhere near iconic level? Let's hear your playing, man. That's a bold thing to say. SHOW ME who is still alive and BETTER than Joe Bonamassa. A gentleman's bet. You can't...but if you do...cool!

@1954telecaster

7 жыл бұрын

I'm not denying that he's a great player but there's more to musicianship than technical ability, he has yet to produce any iconic work. I don't give a shit about the Ballad of Jim Henry (or whatever it's called)

@BubblesBubbles

7 жыл бұрын

Understood. But he's still incredible. Look at B.B. King: Great blues guitarist and singer, but really leaned on the same string-bend and neck-vibrato, and played that on many songs on his records and with other people. Heck, B.B. himself admitted years ago he didn't play rhythm guitar at all. The Ballad Of John Henry is a classic country-folk-blues song. Joe is also loved around the world and plays lots of live gigs. He is also not addicted to drugs or booze, which, in my opinion, means that he will be around for a long time. He's doing great so far!

I bought a used '74 Gibson Les Paul deluxe gold top back in '76 or so and I played it for a few years. I can't remember _why_ I wanted to get rid of it but I took it down to 48th Street in NYC and sold it, (I think the place was called 'We Buy Guitars' or something like that), for a fraction of what it was worth. Looking back I _really_ regret doing that. This video triggered the painful memory. Thanks guys! :D

@nickjackson6375

7 жыл бұрын

TheMerryPup that was the name. I think that's where edge got his explorer.

@carmengiaa65

6 жыл бұрын

Brother, we've all been there.

God Bless you guys! Your contributions to humanity cannot be out given. "There is not enough Love to go around" Guys like you touch hearts and make a difference!

Joe is a decent human being and norm your heart is as big as california god bless you both.

Don't trade it Joe..............................

God bless you guys for helping the homeless.

Two wonderful guys doing what they love in life and giving a little back... Thank you for sharing :-)

Next video coming soon... "Frank Stallone buys Joe Bonamassa's Les Paul"

@LASR71

6 жыл бұрын

Ha haaaa!!!!

@whynottalklikeapirat

6 жыл бұрын

Or ... "Steven Seagal decorates his lawn with it"

@bluehornet6752

5 жыл бұрын

"Frank Stallone's brother Sly buys his brother a gold-top Les Paul."

@mchlstn

4 жыл бұрын

whynottalklikeapirat lł"

Great story on your prototype Les Paul Joe! Great for what you and Norm do for the homeless! You’re a good guy.... and a hell of a guitar player! 😀😀😀😀

Joe, you truly are a class act. I wish you great things in your future of music and life in general.

From Utica, NY- very typical Upstate NY kid. Humble, down to earth. No bullshit:)

I've been watching Norms vids for a while now, I'm not very good yet but, someday before I go I'm going to buy a Gibson from you! At 54 and a disabled vet, I wish I could speed things up but patience makes the pudding taste oh so much better. Please continue with your vids, I find them not only interesting but inspirational too!

Hey Joe where ya going with that les Paul in your hand

@fostergood191

5 жыл бұрын

Lol

@kennybluet5527

5 жыл бұрын

Steven Tuttle "I will have a psychedelic gleam in my eye.I will love everyone.I will love the police as they kick the sh......"----Frank Zappa

@murraywestenskow2896

5 жыл бұрын

92742 Watchtower Lane.

@johnwattdotca

4 жыл бұрын

hey joe, where you going with that test in your hand, I'm going to see my doctor, I might have to quarantine myself.

@samstevens4001

3 жыл бұрын

I’m gon down to trade it for something bad You know I caught her messing around with another band And that ain’t to cool

Always polite and pleasant. I like him.

Had the pleasure of seeing Joe play that very guitar in a 2008 in a small blues festival in Fargo, ND. Hs played that night as a trio, just him, a bass, and drums. I was leaning on the stage 6ft away and it was the first time I had ever heard of Joe Bonamassa. I have some great photos and videos. It was a great night.

THANK YOU JOE & NORM FOR HELPING THE MIDNIGHT MISSION!!!!!!!!

Norm always asking questions to add value to the guitar. "You used this guitar on John Henry?" "This guitar was the prototype!?" But after all he's got a business to run. Good for him.

$38.87 plus up to $10 postage. That's my final offer.

@waterfallsurfer9939

7 жыл бұрын

Apex Window Cleaning Services I think you forgot to remove the decimal point and place a 1 in front of the 3 hahaha

@therugburnz

6 жыл бұрын

ill paint it for ya for 19.99

@stevemaslow703

6 жыл бұрын

yeah, im sorry BS

Wow. Never heard Joe sit and wrap. What a cool guy.

Joe reminds me of that neighbor who always says hi to you and talks to you from his porch in the morning. What a cool dude.

Joe Bonamassa seems to be a genuine down to earth guy as well as being one of the greatest guitarists ever.

@maryhantelmann8359

6 жыл бұрын

you must be kidding! the most self centered overrated wanna be superstar guitar player ever. Hey Joe, write a song that matters

@tfaucette87

6 жыл бұрын

I can assure you he is NOT self centered. I met him in 2014. He is so down to earth and appreciative of his fans. He was an absolute gentleman. And a song that matters? Listen to "Driving Towards The Daylight." So he doesn't have one of the 5 songs in rotation of pop radio. Big deal. The dude is the hardest working musician in the business. His tour schedule is staggering.

@ZiddersRooFurry

6 жыл бұрын

He's super humble and treats his fans like solid gold. How about you write a song that matters and uplifts people instead of talking shit?

@waterwoodguitars6871

4 жыл бұрын

I met him in Nashville and he is one hell of a nice guy. Had no ego and seemed appreciative that I wanted to shake his hand. Talked to me for a minute about amps. I was the one to cut off the conversation so I could let the man eat in peace. He most certainly DIDN’T act like some celebrity rockstar who was too good for me. Joe is a-ok in my book and an incredible guitar player.

That guitar will most likely disappear into someones collection and never be seen again.

@agtronic

5 жыл бұрын

Exactly.

@notthebannerboys

5 жыл бұрын

Most guitars are never seen again once they're bought by someone.

@theguywhoisaustralian1465

4 жыл бұрын

You're telling me if you had the means you wouldn't buy that and keep it forever?

@Stangil1

4 жыл бұрын

@Brian Landers Says the person whos probably never touched a guitar.

@infowazz

4 жыл бұрын

wow really

Great gesture from Joe.I remember seeing him play the Renfrew Ferry in Glasgow years ago which was pretty full but on a previous visit he played to maybe fifty people at most.Some guys would have gave up but fair play to Joe ,he just kept gigging and believing that he would make it.Hope the guitar goes to a good home (with new strings ).Cheers

Always a pleasure hearing him play and speak share his knowledge . And wealth.

Amazing to hear a musician use "we" more often than "I". What a cool ICONIC dude.

@pault7280

5 жыл бұрын

Nomad Nomad shouldn’t it be weconic?

@kennybluet5527

4 жыл бұрын

@@pault7280 I saw what you did there. LOL

So much talent with so much humility ! Your're a class act Joe

Love all that you do for every one, GUITARS RULE WITH YOU BROTHER THANKS AGAIN GARY

I love this Vid. I work for the Mustard seed here in Victoria BC. Feeding ,clothing, by the grace of God trying to steward an organization that focuses on the lost and homeless is proabably the beat job ive ever had. Im very much a les paul guy myself. After a long journey. I dont have a Bonamassa lp . I am very fortunate to steward a 2016 R9 burst tho. Princeton reverb for me !!! Cheers Joe and Norm. Wonderful !

I wish everyone that hates on Joe an everbreaking g-string ! ... then again.. most of the haters probably don't even play guitar ;) I will think of something else for those. I think he a great and warmhearted person. How can one hate that ? Lots of people enjoy him and his music (like me).. No need for that stupid hate. It's not like you HAVE to listen to him. Grow up !!

@kennethparker1032

6 жыл бұрын

I honestly cannot comprehend "hating" on Joe B. He is, by any standard, a good human being.

@bmxriderforlife1234

6 жыл бұрын

can i "hate" him because he is luckier then me and im jealous he has gotten to play the beast and jam with marsden? but bare him no real ill will? you know the canadian way :P

@jamesryan5436

5 жыл бұрын

anyone that hates on him either doesn't play guitar or can't play guitar as well as he can

@cs868

4 жыл бұрын

It’s not like we HAVE to listen to you either. Thank God! Haters gonna’ hate, hate, hate.

So, I remember having a small talk conversation and a beer at a tiny place in struthers ohio what was a downstairs billiard room called the cellar. Joe, you were not even just "some dude" then...(silly) Anybody in that Room paying attention knew that you'd be where you are! Gifted and touched is an understatement. Your one of the most Brilliant guitarists of all time. " Raised right" And humble, Down-to-earth? Absolutely CLASS ACT! If I recall correctly mom was actually pushing cd's that night. Kiss mom...and thank you Sharing your gift!✌👏👏👏

@Winslow23_

4 жыл бұрын

I was there and seen Joe a few times for a redickuless price, like $5-$7. Watched him from about 6 feet away. Yes he was a very nice guy signed my tickets and would talk to anyone.

Awesome guy and gives back without hesitation.

This channel is starting to be a platform in which those with money (i.e. Bonamassa and Stallone) share with us their good fortune of being able to buy up all of the greatest guitars in the world.

Joe Bonamassa is such a likable, brilliant, super talented dude...

@harleyhoney

6 жыл бұрын

He's humble, gracious & not ya typical music industry guitarist singer. He's very respectful, kind, funny & a very talented indivisible who worked his ass of for many years to be the musician he is today! Very proud I listened to him long ago! What an awesome dude!

@strangedean

5 жыл бұрын

And he even lets Norman tell everyone he's is nephew.

@ludwigfan3013

5 жыл бұрын

He was taught by the best too, RIP Telemaster

Fantastic... Man he is a fantastic player ....so so cool ....Thanks for posting... NormCheers Alberta Dave

@Tsukamaki

7 жыл бұрын

Dave Webster Hey, thought I was Alberta Dave?! ;-)

@dwebster50

7 жыл бұрын

Someone call 911....there is a guy here that has lost his identity :)

ive been getting into the blues recently and les pauls have been my dream guitar since i was a kid when i saw slash use one, now i have one goldtop and one slash afd epiphone, i just found out about joe bonamassa ive seen his name before but then i was reading a article he had in guitar world then i saw his signature model black beauty and thats when i dived in and he is a really awesome guy in addition to being a amazing guitarist..

One of my favorite episodes. Love it.

Oh c'mon Joe. You go the idea of the mismatched knobs from Gary Moore's 59 burst.

@joeloxig6872

7 жыл бұрын

*Peter Green's

@tinyb4165

7 жыл бұрын

No. Everything that Joe does is his own original idea.

@msallehuddinsoeb

7 жыл бұрын

Lefty Blues Joe yeah..from peter green..to gary moore..to kirk hammet.

@msallehuddinsoeb

7 жыл бұрын

Nudelwagen Poop and wah pedal!!

@paolo4002

7 жыл бұрын

*Mick Ronson's

Joe is brilliant.

I need to do a deep dive into his catalog. I keep seeing people bash him for being a "Blooz" guy. But I can't hate the guy. He seems like a real genuine person in EVERY single video I've ever seen him in. I'm a fan of the man, now I need to check out his music.

What a great chap, even a bigger fan now.... thanks Joe.....

fantastic guitar player..but a better person..just pure class

What a great guitarist, one of the best

I love that guitar,so unique the colours together,the black and gold with the black scratch plate.No surprise all 300 got sold.

Two good hearted gentleman to help those in need.

Such a humble guy, fantastic guitarist.

That’s a great guitar and a legend. For me one unforgettable guitar I’ll never forget playing is playing a vintage 1959 Goldie in a rare and vintage shop although I never admired the Les Paul I had. Of course it was already gone when I saved up to buy it which was listed for $6000+. Joe is one of the guys I truly trust and respect for the unique guitar tone and guitars that he thoughtfully choose. I think he’d be one of those picky “ehhh I don’t like the way it sounds” until it satisfied him which is the reason I respect him.

Sick guitar! I like the different tone and volume knobs

Love you Norm! and Joe ! God bless you both!

Joe’s dedication to music is inspiring

I'd like to know exactly what he meant at 6:44 when they discuss the Mono-bird and then Joe says, "Sorry about those". It sounds like he was not happy with endorsing that model but then he quickly backs away from that when Norm says "I like them" and then Joe counters with "I like them too". So which is it? But about that proto-type, I don't see how he could let that guitar go. I've hung onto guitars for sentimental reasons that are dog crap compared to that Joe B prototype.

@bmxriderforlife1234

6 жыл бұрын

maybe its one of those guitars that some people really like but everyone for the most part hates. i mean, everyone i know thinks the gibson corvus looks like shit, and i love it. everyone i know also likes strats but i really dislike the body shape. i know a bunch of people that dont like some of the crazy hair metal guitars that were one offs of limited editions or boutique guitars but i like alot of them. if it was real(it might be idk) id totally get that one shark guitar from the one guitar hero game. along with the tiki guitar from the same game. some people just like odd stuff. so it could be as simple as that.

@davidburke2132

6 жыл бұрын

GAS Man I think it's the Bonabyrd. It's basically a Les Paul with a Firebird neck (or at least headstock). I suspect he's probably apologising because he's had people complain/criticise about messing up a traditional Les Paul appearance and Spec! :P As it was clearly associated with him and one of his own signature guitars from the Gibson Custom Shop I'm pretty sure he's not trying to suggest that he dislikes them!!

I was just there today, from San Luis Obispo. Boss you guys for your midnight mission work.

Joe makes it look easy........... outstanding player and seems to be a very fine young man.

These guys are class acts' We can be in the same place in the blink of a eye.

I'm no fan of Bonamassa's music nor blues wanking, but I admire like hell his dedication to his craft and devotion to the special instruments and amps of the past.

Ive always and always will be a big fan of Joe B!!! Thanks Norm!!

Crazy cool!! Joe B fan for a long time but The Ballad... got donated to the library.

Joe is one of the best guitar players I wish I can meet him once

Joe the nerd. Brilliant nerd. And badass nerd.

@wesnorthcutt639

6 жыл бұрын

Nerdville...

Its one of my dream guitars right there. I love it and i have this space in my hands thats itching like hell. I doubt one of these will ever be affordable.

He's a humble person. And a monster on the fretboard.

Good luck prising it out of his hands, he's like Gollum with that thing

Joe does a GREAT job on my new TELEMASTERS album!

@scottmoehlis9144

4 жыл бұрын

Super cool to see a comment from a true guitar legend like you Arlen. I've enjoyed your articles and instructional materials over the years. When I saw Arlen Roth I was like "I know that name", any guitar fanatic should know it and research.

@ChrisKomGuitar

4 жыл бұрын

Scott Moehlis totally agree!

thanks norm and joe, you guys are both class acts! and are humanitarians who are thankful for your blessings ,and willing to give back some love, and are good at heart, god bless you for that! beautiful les paul ! joe is such an exceptional player ,so quick snappy and precise, and i can tell you, that nobody even comes close to the way joe plays the blues and or other styles on guitar! this man is a modern day les paul himself! you can tell that joe lives , breathes and worships guitar. this passion has made him one of the greatest players ever. and when you own some of the sweetest guitar examples ever,as well ,it made him even better. and norms knowledge and expertise on all things guitar is amazing! hes seen it all , been there and done that on the guitar market for decades! thanks guys !

@carmineredd1198

2 жыл бұрын

i have a prototype guitar, you can buy it for only $50,000 and i will even sign it

God Bless you both Joe and Norman for helping out the Homeless ! You guys Rock !

So what did it sell for ?

You're a real name Joe. You deserve the honor.

Giving back to the people who are less fortunate speaks to what kind of people you are. I love hearing about people giving back like that. It made this video extra special. Btw I wonder what this guitar will go for ?

When I was in a band back in 1981, I had a Gibson Les Paul gold top with Humbuckers. The guitar was sweet. It wailed! I believe it was a 1978. Thing is, I am Strat man. I've always played a Fender Stratocaster. Its so light compared to The Les Paul. Especially when your playing it on stage for just about 3-4 hours. I didnt have much money at the time or I would've kept it instead of trading it in. Thats what I did. I traded it in for a 1979 Black Fender Strat with a Maple neck. And playing through a Fender Twin Reverb! S W E E T ! 🧡