What a sound and life this man gave and lived. Rest easy, friend.

@TheGdspruill

Жыл бұрын

😓

@diamonddave16

5 ай бұрын

@@TheGdspruillmade that Fender Stratocaster sing

I hope folks watching this realize how mind-blowing it is that he could play this song note-for-note without a slide. Absolutely wild.

@fiddlefaddle1

9 ай бұрын

It's not hard at all. I learned to play it years ago without a whammy bar. Don't get me wrong. I like Beck but, it really is an easy song. Hell, youtube has tutorials on how to play it.

@duzntmatter5926

7 ай бұрын

appreciate Beck! He is using a Bigsby

@comatoo

7 ай бұрын

@@duzntmatter5926Congrats on the most troll statement I've seen in years. He's using a Strat Trem.

@disturbed157

6 ай бұрын

​@@fiddlefaddle1you do realize its working the whammy while playing that makes this song what it is (if you don’t have a slide). You didn't play it if you didnt have a whammy

@emarquez8604

6 ай бұрын

​@@disturbed157you can literally play a fingerstyle version of this without a whammy bar or slide.

I had this record by Santo and Johnny when I was 4 years old. It is still one of my favorite songs. And the great Jeff Beck nailed it and did it proud. I'm now 68.❤

@rhondagentry9657

10 ай бұрын

I am 68 and I have listened to this song since I was about 13. It’s so good!

The man would literally make a guitar cry. RIP Jeff, you'll be missed.

Jeff obviously loves this stuff . It’s like an old car fanatic taking a spin in a 1955 Pontiac . He takes it around the block nicely .

@barbaraeisenhower3866

5 жыл бұрын

machia0705 love your analogy!

@jameshurtado5389

4 жыл бұрын

and he’s into old cars

@stevewilliams846

4 жыл бұрын

Well put.

@imthatguypal_

4 жыл бұрын

This made me smile :)

@fabiosousa9814

4 жыл бұрын

Such an American analogy

hes not trying to impress anybody.. hes payin respects to a classic tune and playing how it should be played..

@Frisbieinstein

6 жыл бұрын

What's wrong with trying to impress anybody?

@jchunter21

5 жыл бұрын

It should be played on a slide guitar then

@cmkilcullen8176

5 жыл бұрын

yes indeed...

@geatorella

5 жыл бұрын

exactly! always in service to the music and never about showing off - like Sinatra

@tehfigster8413

5 жыл бұрын

geatorella hes adding his own twist to it. Does it really matter how he plays

Jeff Beck, Danny Gatton, Roy Buchanan. Three who turned my head around and turned the guitar into a whole new instrument. I miss you already Jeff. RIP to all three.

@charlsie1108

Жыл бұрын

The piece he hethe piece he did for Roy Buchanan when he passed , We Parted as Lovers sounds like the guitar was weeping ❤

@johntiger5

Жыл бұрын

@charlsie1108 Jeff Beck did " Cause We've Ended as Lovers" while Roy Buchanan was still alive. Roy Buchanan replied with a song called " My Friend Jeff". Check it out it's on KZread. Peace.

@PIPA1302

Жыл бұрын

Amen

@Mafola

Жыл бұрын

Gary Moore!

@sjuozhunki

Жыл бұрын

@@johntiger5 'Cause we ended as lovers was written by Stevie Wonder for Jeff Beck.

What comes across to me is how respectful Jeff Beck is of this classic song. Every note played with respect for a song few people even know anymore! A class act!

@mattrussell106

3 ай бұрын

Yes! Everyone else who covers this song feels the need to surround the melody with little licks and doodles and nonsense, then add a couple more verses to fill with more beedly beedly bullshit. Jeff has the good taste to know to just play the tune and then stop. What a player he was.

@michaelcraig9449

Ай бұрын

EVERYONE knows of this song!!

@toms6756

Ай бұрын

@chipmuellemann7901 I totally agree, this is the only cover of this tune that I come back to. Some of the others who are supposedly great totally miss the beauty of this track.

RIP Jeff Beck. This is one of my favorite versions of Sleep Walk, one of my favorite songs. Haunting…

Insane tonal control. What most guitarists do with the whammy bar is almost laughable compared to this.

@Weshopwizard

2 жыл бұрын

You are 100% correct. A wonder to hear and see.

@rowdy5.9L

2 жыл бұрын

Take a listen to dimebag. He may not be your style of music but he did things to that guitar that no one else ever did and still no one can do. True talent

@onlywhenprovoked

2 жыл бұрын

@@rowdy5.9L kind of a different sport though, people like dimebag and eddie and vai used floyd rose with locking nuts. You can't botch the tuning on those, once they're set. Jeff pulling this off with a shitty fender trem is a much harder feat.

@Yourbankaccount

Жыл бұрын

@@onlywhenprovoked fender trem is not shitty at all, blame some shitty set-up

@wgaf66

Жыл бұрын

Couldn't have said it better ... 👏👏👏

Jeff Beck, 1944-2023. One of the absolute greatest rock guitarist's ever, a true musical legend. R. I. P.

@lotswifemusic9965

8 ай бұрын

The….

@user-lo3bh3cl4o

4 ай бұрын

THE greatest ever... never doubt it.

Without doubt the best rendition of sleepwalk on a guitar. It even sounds like a steel! *Tips hat to Mr Beck

@davidvasquez8658

2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking I guess he cant get the high note on guitar then at the very end he hits it.Fretless.I sholda known better.Tip of my sombrero.

@jhay2004

Жыл бұрын

Brian Setzer?😳

@jamesheskey4797

Жыл бұрын

I’d check out deftones version first, before I said that, if I were you….

@steveindorset

Жыл бұрын

@@jamesheskey4797 you’re joking right?? 🤣😂🤣😂🤣

@steveindorset

Жыл бұрын

@@jhay2004 yea he does a great rendition in his own inimitable style, but for true classic pure tone Jeff does it for me. 😎👍🏻

R.I.P. Jeff Beck One of the greatest guitar wizards left us, but he never will be forgotten by his fans and musicians. You will always inspire us!

His love for this piece really shows.

@RickBaconsAdventures

6 жыл бұрын

lmao hey what the heck are you doing here? what if jeff beck liked YTPs

Makes his Strat sing, cry, and laugh like no other. R.I.P. you legend..

On January 10th, 2023, the legendary guitarist Jeff Beck passed away at the age of 78. His death has brought the guitar playing community together in mourning and remembrance of his influential career. Jeff Beck’s legacy continues to live on across generations of guitarists. He was considered a pioneer of electric guitar playing, known for his technical virtuosity and masterful compositions over a myriad of genres. Playing with groups such as The Yardbirds, he incorporated elements of rock, blues and jazz into his own unique style. Throughout his lifetime, Beck was considered one of the greatest guitarists of all time. Many generations of guitarists have been affected by Jeff Beck's death, as it serves an important reminder of the impact he had on the music world. His influence can be seen across all genres of music today. Experienced guitarists around the world pay homage to him by playing his songs, taking on his many techniques, and incorporating his influence into their own music. In the wake of his death, there has been an outpouring of condolences from guitar communities all over the world. On social media, countless guitar players are sharing memories of Beck’s music, playing his classic solos and honoring his life through tribute videos. Dedicated fans of all skill levels are uniting in their love and admiration of the masterful musician. Additionally, many guitarists plan to keep Jeff Beck’s memory alive by dedicating even more time each day to mastering their craft. A number of acclaimed players have gone on record saying that they hope to further their guitar playing skills in his honor. This is one of the many ways that the guitar playing community is coming together to celebrate Jeff Beck’s life and legacy. The loss of Jeff Beck has left an immense void in the music world. However, his death has also served to bring the guitar playing community closer than ever before. As fans and musicians pay tribute to Jeff Beck and his lasting influence, his legacy will never be forgotten.

Jeff beck's sleepwalk sounds the most like the original santo and johnny version. Whammy bar imitating the slide. Very nice.

@lancepecchia4773

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I am amazed that he could emulate the slide guitar so well.

@dontbetonit813

3 жыл бұрын

Hank Marvin does a great job.

@LuisFranco-ys6rc

3 жыл бұрын

No, never

@omarcapaso7156

3 жыл бұрын

Luis Franco ok

@meatwad1

3 жыл бұрын

It's actually a pedal steel guitar he's imitating. There's a clip of Santo and Jonny playing this song on American Bandstand and the parts that sound like slide are played on a steel guitar.

Rest in Peace, the best guitarist to ever walk this earth. Was 1/1, nobody plays like you, nobody ever will. Long live the beautiful guitarwork from that white strat

You gave us so much joy with your music. RIP Jeff, you will be missed by so many ♥

Jeff Beck's unique playing style is perfectly suited to this. Beautiful tribute!

@jackkellydunn4079

3 жыл бұрын

There was a band named Bobbidazzler

Jeff Beck never ceases to amaze me ! He is the true meaning of virtuoso !! Goose bumps or tears , he can bring out every emotion humanly possible !!

😔 Estoy triste por tu partida Jeff, uno de mis grandes ídolos. El mundo es un lugar menos agradable sin tus interpretaciones geniales! Legendario siempre presente atraves de ese estilo tan característico de tocar. A Dios Genio

Legend! Proper Top drawer, Class Virtuoto & GENIUS musician.. That man could play ANYTHING! God Bless and RIP Jeff Beck 💔🎸🙏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

Rest in peace Jeff. Thank you for decades of incredible jams ! Much respect. 🫤

When Jeff slides up for that lick between verses, it sound just like a pedal steel. He really has such a great tone and feel for what he's playing. Dude's got soul.

Jeff Beck - master class. Still bending notes in guitarist’s heaven 🌹✨🎸

Rip Jeff Beck ,your playing will live forever,just love the sound of your 🎸 guitar thankyou !!!

Breathtakingly beautiful!! The band was incredible and Jeff's guitar just pulls on my heart and touches my soul. So lovely!

How could Jeff get 67 thumbs down. Are they crazy? Jeff is awesome. One of the BEST GUITARIST of all times.

@ebuff57

3 жыл бұрын

This is a remake of someone else's work. Even I gave it a thumbs down.

@chrisrva710

3 жыл бұрын

@@ebuff57 its a cover dumbass. wow you are an idiot.

@moss8448

3 жыл бұрын

those are the same people that shoot their own in shooting games too. they think it's 'cute'

@SarcastSempervirens

3 жыл бұрын

some people don't like this kind of music or guitar playing or this style. youtube may have suggested it to them. there are new people being born and using the internet every day. they don't all like the same things, some don't like this. the feature serves to give us all a chance to show our preference. it is used not only to better personalize suggestions for you or me or them and show us what we liked and not show what we did not, it also serves to curate content in general. thumbs down on youtube are not scores or grades that say the video or the person in it are bad or worthless (yes, sometimes it's a really badly made video of something good and you downvote it cause the effort was not there). it's just a simple tool to show you content you like and to help the "suggested" part do it's job after learning your preferences. it learns those preferences by - looking at your likes and dislikes.

@chrisrva710

3 жыл бұрын

@@SarcastSempervirens no one cares shut up

I was truly shocked and taken aback when I heard of Jeff’s passing. What an amazing approach he had towards the instrument. I believe Hendrix showed us what the guitar could do, but Jeff showed us how it should be played. There will never be another like him.

I was dancing to this song when Santo & Johnny recorded it. I always fell in love with each guy that I danced with when they played that song. Those silly teenage guys kept that jukebox playing all night. What Beautiful Memories...

listening with a tear in my eye - RIP Jeff Beck

Man, there's an old saying that a great guitarist has forgotten more than most remeber.......but Jeff remembers everything and makes it better.

The most expressive guitarist ever!! Godspeed Mr. Beck

This ain’t no normal song, you can tell this is next level hard.

I cant believe this man is gone!! What a legend!! RIP Jeff..... thank you for all you left behind.

First time I came across this I was blown away... had to re-listen and take notes on how the Master Beck plays a lap steel song with his fingers instead on a fretted strat. Gotta love Jeff. Nobody can pull the stuff he does.

@davidlishin6455

5 жыл бұрын

John Bennett Beck blew my mind when I saw him live........ and everytime I hear this ascended Master of the axe !!....he's on a complete higher level than all of the rest...... Legend/ iconic best playing Without a pick........ not easy at all......I can't praise him enough....... the Truth.........strange to c him use a pick on this a rarity

@johnbennett3714

5 жыл бұрын

David Lishin agreed. Love the brass and band here too... wow

I like Clapton quote "Beck pulls the sound out of the stings" true genius!

How fortunate was anyone who saw Jeff Beck play live. A simply unmatched talent.

@loomrogersargent2614

3 күн бұрын

I was blessed to know this fine artist and friend for over 40 years. He was a guest at my home in Lucerne Switzerland on several occasions and played with other artists here too. True Genius..

One of my dad's favorites. RIP. they play this at the end of La Bamba

@CorbCorbin

4 жыл бұрын

James Quaranto Ritchie!!!!

@TheJofrica

4 жыл бұрын

CorbCorbin You tell ‘em carnal

@longiscadenotas4890

4 жыл бұрын

"Never my Ritchie"

Amazing. Beck is like no one else, no two ways about it. And he's the perfect instrumentalist to do this one. He's got such a repertoire of technique, and this piece really accommodates, even call out for, this type of a player. Hat's off, Jeff Beck!

Thank you for everything Jeff. The definitive voice of the guitar. 🙏

Jeff Beck is on top of the mountain for me!! He amazes me every time I listen to him play 😻🎶☮️ When I die I want this played to send me off 😻

So sad he's gone - a great talent. RIP 😟😟

This is an EXTREMELY difficult song to recreate on the guitar. Trust me, even the most technically gifted virtuosos will have a hard time learning its nuances.

@henningsS

4 жыл бұрын

Why do you say that? The slide vibrato?

@furbymetal83

4 жыл бұрын

@@henningsS In order to get that Pedalsteel sound he is bending the string (raising the pitch) and hitting the bar (lowering pitch) at the same time, and if you dont do it the right way, its very easy to miss the key by going either flat or sharp. Also, when you play it by yourself on guitar, you gotta cover a lot of ground, keeping the rythm section tight and the melody going at the same time, while including all the little embellishments. Lots of things going on

@fossilmatic

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, but this is Jeff Beck we are talking about.

@Obiwannabe

4 жыл бұрын

@@fossilmatic god damn he makes it look easy.

@Liquid_dreams-

4 жыл бұрын

It sounds easy but isn't at all

The most overlooked musician I can bring to mind. One of a kind👍love his style💕

Thanks to revolutionary musician and virtuoso guitarist Jeff Beck...his music has left an indelible impression on millions of fans and fellow musicians worldwide and will continue to amaze and inspire us for centuries to come....Rest In Peace Brother Beck...!!!

I've been a Jeff Beck fan since 1965 when I first saw him on TV with the Yardbirds..I saw Beck play with his original lineup in 1967 or '68 at Central Park in NYC - Mick Waller,Ron Wood,Rod Stewart. The amazing thing is Beck gets more incredible with age.Where others hit their peak decades ago he continues to improve his sound,technique and best of all - his soul.He plays with more feeling than ever.Truly amazing player - one of a kind.May he live forever!!!!!!

The man could wail on guitar with the best of them & he also proved here that he could also play beautifully as well.Rock In Peace legend.

You, did Santo and Jonny proud ' Thank you Jeff fanammel JoB!!! RIP😢

This is the most BADASS ever!!!! Jeff beck RIP brother. I’m 55 & I remember listening to you n the late 70’s.

Pura expresión, hace cantar y llorar a su guitarra. Es una leyenda viviente. ♥️♥️♥️😱 Te queremos Maestro Jeff. 🙌🙌🥺👏👏

anyone who disliked this has no clue with how diffcult this is to achieve, Beck is very gifted amd this was awesome!

@jim7976

3 жыл бұрын

@Voracious Reader Okay, thanks for letting me know. I hope you're well and all the best to you ;)

R.I.P. TO BECK.... DAMN, GONE... BUT STILL IN OUR HEARTS,.... THOSE OF US WHO KNOW REAL HERE... ANOTHER GREAT GONE.... BUT I WILL NEVER FORGET HIS GREAT MUSIC.

Rest in peace. Thank you for the music🙌

Forgot this was his Jam. Great sound out of his guitar 🎸. Rest in Peace my Brother ! Rest in Music 🎶 🕊️🙏🎗️

jeff beck plays this flawlessly. best version ever.

RIP Jeff Beck! Truly ”The Master of Touch and Tone" on the electric guitar. Bravo, Jeff!!

One of the most underrated guitarist of all time. Jeff is brilliant! !

@Gregorius1953

9 жыл бұрын

He was, but I don't think he was underrated. He is ranked right up there with Clapton and Hendrix.

@Elimnio

9 жыл бұрын

***** He definetely is, but everyone knows Clapton and Hendrix, but who (non guitarist) knows Jeff Beck??

@Guitaroverkill

5 жыл бұрын

It’s seems you are the only one who has underrated him.

@carlwilson5339

5 жыл бұрын

Rated highly but still under rated

@carlwilson5339

5 жыл бұрын

@@Gregorius1953 still under rated because he doesn't push his fame ... Much of what he does is just hidden

One of the best of all times! RIP Amazing Jeff!

This song just gives a whole different feeling now...

Beautiful... One of my favorite instrumentals of all time

sheer mastery and a lesson in control...just beautiful ....love jeff beck

How to play slide...without a slide!

@pattipie1004

10 жыл бұрын

Good point............Have a great day.

@denisjl100

6 жыл бұрын

really good but still not a slide. i just listened to santo and johnny and it ain't the same.

@Steacy783NUTS

6 жыл бұрын

Plenty of classes on the tables .

@markmarsh27

6 жыл бұрын

His Whammy techniques are just SUPER HUMAN. ....DAMN!

@Johngonefishin

6 жыл бұрын

Little finger volume swells.

Jeff Beck is literally the most ideal customer Leo Fender had in mind for the "With Synchronized Tremelo" decal on the Stratocaster headstock.

So many insanely talented lead guitarists coming out of that one island...at the same time. wow.

Jeff, again, blazing yet another unforgettable and unmatched path for all of the fashion industry to behold and attempt to follow.

Excelente!! Cómo entran y cómo suenan esos vientos, acompañando...! Magnífico!!

Loved you for so many years, Mr. Beck. Thank you for what you gave us all, and particularly for what you played especially for me, just when I needed to hear it.

And just like that, a true master of guitar is gone. Rest easy Jeff.

I've played guitar over 50 years and Jeff still plays circles around me

Beck playing Sleepwalk. Dreams do come true.

Can’t even count how many times I’ve come back to this video. It’s just so, so beautiful

A Masterclass From A Majestic Artist.Thank You Mr Jeff Beck.

Ten years ago I had when I first listened to this beautiful instrumental music. It is one of the reasons that I loved music and I collect good old music today hobby.

I love this! No music like this can be heard today anymore ... 😍😍😍😍

I've heard this before and loved it but never knew the name of it ❤️ Happy to have found it again

Very beautiful!!👍👍🌹🌹👏👏🇱🇷🇱🇷❤️💗💕💓🧚🏿‍♀️

Amazing talent! Will be so missed!

ONE OF THE GREATEST INSTRUMENTALS OF ALL TIME RECREATED BY ONE OF THE GREATEST PLAYERS TO EVER GRACE SIX STRINGS AND THE TREMOLO AMEN!

A man with nothing left to prove, enjoying doing what he was born to do.

Не стало ещё одного талантливого гитариста. Пускай ему земля будет пухом!

@liliaabdseka

Жыл бұрын

Удачи ему там в раю)

Look, can we all just agree: Jeff Beck is the finest exponent of the electric guitar?

@sonnyblagrove1778

4 жыл бұрын

Yes! After Jimi that is 😂

@ttrocks5985

4 жыл бұрын

@@sonnyblagrove1778 And Stevie Ray

@sonnyblagrove1778

4 жыл бұрын

@@ttrocks5985 I'll be honest I'm not too mad on Stevie but I understand your opinion 😌

@ttrocks5985

4 жыл бұрын

@@sonnyblagrove1778 Yeah. To each his/her own. There's just something about SRV's style that hits me way down deep, moreso than others. Can't explain it ... but who can REALLY explain feelings engendered by art, music, poetry?

@nochannelmusician769

4 жыл бұрын

Sonny Blagrove and Derek Trucks

For 50 years I have never understood why people sing over a guitar the guitar says everything you need to hear.

RIP Jeff Beck, Aged 78 years old. 11 January 2023.

R.I.P Jeff Beck you will always rock 🎸

Flawless. I'm crying, it's so perfect. From the gods too.

Jeff Beck...pure magic. Love his creative genius

Bellissima musica strumentale 👍🎶 Grazie mille per la condivisione 🙏 Un bel saluto 🙋 Ciao 🇮🇹✔️🤗

Abolutely classic Jeff, love this, such wonderful playing...

People who gave this a thumbs down must be envious of his skills. I'm not a Jeff Beck fan in particular, but this is truly great guitar playing and a great interpretation of Santo and Johnny's original.

An absolute master, utterly unique. A guitarist’s guitarist

R.I.P. Jeff Beck may he be sleep walking forever.

Jeff Beck what a guitar god !

What a great version. Jeff Beck doing your song on guitar is like Betty Crocker baking your cake.

@strangersound

7 жыл бұрын

Now that's an analogy! :)

@unclealand

6 жыл бұрын

Betty Crocker is pre-mixed and bland. Try another analogy.

@letsgooo1637

6 жыл бұрын

unclealand like HSBC paying your mortgage??

@ChefBum

5 жыл бұрын

Michael Johnson good one!

No words can convey how magical Jeff is

So lovely

That is a very tough song to play on a normal guitar, the original was recorded on a lap steel. Great job, as always, by Jeff Beck. And I believe the horn section is part of the Wrecking Crew.

@deanveni638

4 жыл бұрын

No its not, it’s simple triads for the most part with the occasional licks lmao. I love Jeff Beck but there’s absolutely no need to oversell a song. The fact is only he could manage to make such a simple song sound as lovely as he did.

Every time I hear this I think of the movie, LA BAMBA.. It was the theme song.. Love it! Thanks for posting it!!

RIP. Came here immediately after hearing the news. Man revolutionized the way we see the trem arm. Thanks JB. o7