Robben Ford and Mark Ford and the other brothers are truly the airs of the original Butterfield Blues Band. It's an example of that rare thing--great playing where you can tell where they got it from and yet marvel at what brilliant sweetness and personality they bring to their playing. Mark Ford is one of the most consistenly interesting harmonica players, pushing the Butterfield style of wide open improvisation and long lines to flawlessly, lyric areas. Jam on!
If you have never seen Mark live, treat yourself before you leave this planet. First time I saw him I just stood there with my mouth open thinking you can't do that with a harp but yet there he was right in front of me. Beyond words when he's live. TRUST ME !!!
Marc Ford for my money is the most interesting,emotive, exciting and inventive player going bar none. Also to quote his brother Pat " there's this filial connection" which makes the band so great.
Laying in the back of an old jeepney in Manila harbor Philippines I was listening to a blues tune on the radio,and I thought I recognised the style.Mark Ford of course.An international talent indeed.So glad to have been introduced to the blues through these three.Steve was my brother -in -law.May he and Jennifer rest in peace.Michael
I happily got hip to the Ford bros. in the early 70's thanks to either KSAN or KPFA in the Bay Area, and this is one of the first songs I learned to play in the late 60's. I used to go see Mark play at Barney Steele's in Redwood City every week. WOW! He rocked it then and he's still rockin' it now. Thanks Mark, you just keep inspiring me to cut it loose and let it go!
Didn't get to see him at the KKJZ Blues 'Bash'. They promised me I could dance if I paid $300 for the VIP tickets. 2 songs into the opening act, they sent a bouncer to sit me down, so I left. Shoulda known bettern to go up on the 'Miracle Mile' with millionaire F's. This is Kool, but I couldn't stay there just on principle alone.
Ha I thought this guys going to cook on this and then just like Butterfield plays worksong wrong wings it and does not play 5OB, which is simply not good enough.
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Robben Ford and Mark Ford and the other brothers are truly the airs of the original Butterfield Blues Band. It's an example of that rare thing--great playing where you can tell where they got it from and yet marvel at what brilliant sweetness and personality they bring to their playing. Mark Ford is one of the most consistenly interesting harmonica players, pushing the Butterfield style of wide open improvisation and long lines to flawlessly, lyric areas. Jam on!
heirs
Volker's solo is pure magic, so melodic and full of feel and mojo.
whos Volker ?
Awesome! I’ve played the Feliciano version of this song forever but this is the first time I’ve heard it withe the various takes on it. Thanks.
Check put the Nina Simone version. It's great, too.
just a great band! and Mark is one of the greatest unsung harp players, IMO. thanks for these vids..
Mark Ford is a fantastic harmonica player. One of the best in blues/rock.
If you have never seen Mark live, treat yourself before you leave this planet. First time I saw him I just stood there with my mouth open thinking you can't do that with a harp but yet there he was right in front of me. Beyond words when he's live. TRUST ME !!!
Marc Ford for my money is the most interesting,emotive, exciting and inventive player going bar none. Also to quote his brother Pat " there's this filial connection" which makes the band so great.
mark is brilliant
Great jam. Up there with Butter and Bloom.
Great group all around. Mark is one very underrated harp player. Rock on Ford Bros band!
..harmonica?
Laying in the back of an old jeepney in Manila harbor Philippines I was listening to a blues tune on the radio,and I thought I recognised the style.Mark Ford of course.An international talent indeed.So glad to have been introduced to the blues through these three.Steve was my brother -in -law.May he and Jennifer rest in peace.Michael
michael rowan ...I know Steve's wife from Ukiah...sweetheart. Life is Happy/ Sad. Celebrate the Happy!!! LOve me the Fords
I happily got hip to the Ford bros. in the early 70's thanks to either KSAN or KPFA in the Bay Area, and this is one of the first songs I learned to play in the late 60's. I used to go see Mark play at Barney Steele's in Redwood City every week. WOW! He rocked it then and he's still rockin' it now. Thanks Mark, you just keep inspiring me to cut it loose and let it go!
I think Paul and Mike are looking down from that great band in the sky with smiles of approval.
What a great clip! Any harp players out there will enjoy Mark's smokin' version of "Summertime" that is on a CD called "Got Harp if you Want it"
I love these guys!!!!!
incredible frasing by Robben Ford, thanks a lot for loading
man, the tone mark can get out of that harp is just unbelievable !
Volker, Mark and Robben: Awesome / Großartig!!!!
Volker is one of a hell guitarist!!
+Armando Pace yezzir !!
Wow!!!
UH THIS RIGHT HERE...
IS THE CATS MEOW THIS WHOLE SHOW IS OFF THE CHAIN.
Oh well, really inspired all around. Of course the harmonica playing is outstanding but the ensemble is just perfect.
blue rocket records..Patrick's own company. you can order their stellar music. wow!
+1 on Mark's version of Summertime. If you like music you will appreciate it. If you play harp it will make your jaw drop
Damn!!!
Wait... That was 10 min?! Felt like 2, that 's how great it was.
Ford brothers ROCK!!!
I totally agree.... Mark Ford is terrific.. I like him and Studebaker John the best
Didn't get to see him at the KKJZ Blues 'Bash'. They promised me I could dance if I paid $300 for the VIP tickets. 2 songs into the opening act, they sent a bouncer to sit me down, so I left. Shoulda known bettern to go up on the 'Miracle Mile' with millionaire F's. This is Kool, but I couldn't stay there just on principle alone.
Muito foda toca muito bom demais....
He's playing in key of F, 2nd position, using a Bb harp.
mspyjed
Jed Ervin ....I am friends of mark and Patrick...life is happy/ sad.
Dam, Hot fn harp playing wholley shit! slamming.
What I missed out on.
talented boys, caint hold a candle against the original
sounds like Hendrix at 4:07
Hey! Anybody out there who knows the harpkey he`s playing in? 2. Position?
Need help pretty soon. He`s awsome!!!!!!
B flat
I heard the Ford Bros play this song on the radio a few months ago and looked this up on You Tube. How can I get the recording of it for my iPod?
They do a killer version of it on the Ford Brothers Tribute to Paul Butterfield. Hard to track down, but it's a great cd.
The Brothers Ford better then the Car! LOL
Volker Stifler
guitar gets some different ideas in there , kinda jazzy at times . must be somekinda modal stuff
This is must be the paul butterfield version.
5 overdraw ??!
chicken shack 3:03
Mark scared Robben :)
Just play a pentatonic lead twelfth fret ,
Ha I thought this guys going to cook on this and then just like Butterfield plays worksong wrong wings it and does not play 5OB, which is simply not good enough.
este no juega al futbol
What a great clip! Any harp players out there will enjoy Mark's smokin' version of "Summertime" that is on a CD called "Got Harp if you Want it"
Damn!!!!