I used to be in a band with this guy, was a fun experience we did some crazy eclectic instrumental versions of songs no one played in the first place, nice to see him getting props, great player
This is the true test a former band mate reaching out very quickly with his stamp of approval, that speaks volumes. Seen a lot of wannabes and those with loads of talent but no dedication. This man has the talent bolstered with decades of pressing in to be the absolute best he can be; THAT is what sets him apart from most. Still hard to see all this people walking by totally oblivious.
@@bubbaray575 When you’re unemployed and homeless you’re invisible, that’s why they’re walking past. But if someone was there with a film crew and a camera they will get the money out ... and only then, because it’s all about them.
There's something seriously wrong when people like the Kardashians are famous and make millions and you get talented people like this man playing on the street.
The Kardashians, etc. are members of "The Club". They're put in front of the public to serve as "influencers" and push political agendas! As such, they are relentlessly promoted, whilst those of real talent so often remain unknown.
Yes we all see him But to some we must stop everyday Oh yes PEOPLE so mundane Playin that tune since 2007 Dread playin "no woman no cry" we must stop 100 times
I've been a student of the guitar for, er, 41 years now. Let me you, tell this man is a MASTER. What is astounding to me is the complete inability of the people walking by to recognize this amazement for what it is ! Isn't life strange.
The same people who pay to download songs from "artists"who can't play instruments and don't even write their own songs, then worship them like some musical god.
@@leonashwell7427 Do you know what improv is? It's what all the REAL musicians do. Copying is easy, doing your own thing is not. It''s spelled 'straits'.
I have found that it is hard to get people's undivided attention unless they offer it willingly and knowingly. You can be one of the best players but unless you are extremely talented at drawing people in it can be difficult for them to even notice if they aren't on the same vibrational wave as you are.
Idk maybe they got shit to do... or it's awkward like you know the dude wants money...or he might be playing that for 20 minutes... so when you stop you're his audience and if you want to leave you have to abruptly walk away... plus you can still hear it while you're walking so basically that is his audience. I'm sure he doesn't care
The amazing thing is that he didn’t as much copy Sultans of Swing as he did completely channel Knopfler's style. Some was Knopfler, some original, but it was hard to tell where one ended and the other began. Absolutely fantastic.
@@hiho915 for sure man...just off the top of my head Thundercat is an incredible artist with a unique brand of sound. This is some dude playing an average cover of a 40+ year old song. Makes me cringe when people act like music from the past is some sort of higher power sent from space and god. Like bro listen to somethin fresh.
@@hiho915 what is your point then? I mean it pretty rich coming from you that this guy is not that listenable. I got about 5 seconds into your redemption song cover
@@shatnershairpiece thank you for the reply. I wish you the best of luck in getting new subscribers that are loyal and will support you through any platform they can. I hope some people stumble upon your music like myself that truly am inspired by what you do. There's a vast catalog so I have 15 years of catching up to do. Stay well
You are just insanely talented. You play a lot of the original lead, but you take it WAY beyond. Blows my mind. And you are playing on the STREETS. Fucking unbelievable. I am too poor to contribute, but I have shared your video with my richer friends.
@@speedtrapp28 Why are they idiots, can they not have their own interests, concerns and life and carry on with them or should they be lined up and shot?
Thanks! You can support this channel by checking the description links for patreon, PayPal tip, and band camp, where you can download 15 years worth of my original music. I’m still banned from Busking and I make no money from TH-cam videos.
@@shatnershairpiece curious as to why no money from youtube vids? cant monetise? if not why not? just v curious abt that. Amazing skills bro. Well played.
@@Mogzrl his google account has been banned from monetising years ago, its says in the description of thid video. And even if he did monetise, large majority of his videos would have that money delivered to the record labels of the songs he covers...
People going nowhere, Looking at nothing Till suddenly somebody Notices the lone guitarist Hears the mastery The hypnotic tone .. A miracle happens Their heart is stirred by the rhythm And they do not stare at their Cellphone. Oh mister music stop for me again Take me back to my childhood. I'll throw away these needless cares To be totally lost in the rhythm of the music. Thank you so much lone guitarist You reminded me of my humanity Once again. Here is my debt a purse of leather With golden coins Which turn into beautiful surfer's Sea-shells at sunset....
As a Dire Straits fan I applaud that you take this classic of theirs and add your own flourishes and feeling. Maybe in the future, we will applaud players with amazing talent like you in the same way we applaud someone who interprets a piano concerto by Rachmaninoff.
thanks. unfortunately most see me as an evil click baiter. poor busker, can’t work, this video provides MK with more income....I know, let’s thumb it down because I didn’t see MK’s jaw drop!
@@shatnershairpiece my guess is that anyone who understands musicality even at a low level will be blown away by what you're doing in the video, it's so good it makes the 6 minutes feel like 30 seconds and half an hour at the same time, at least that's my impression. It would make anyone who loves music instantly forget about the fucking title, the "most" you are referring to are just a bunch of internet PC warriors who can't go on with their lives without crying because of a clickbait title. If that title is what eventually brought me to this video, thank you for naming it that way!
@@stevanmilenkovic7309 appreciate that. The level of violence directed towards me for this title is quite amusing. One guy actually called me a piece of shit. Lol It seems to be the butterfly trigger that is setting off people who are already on the verge of a mental breakdown.
Terrific, fresh rendition of an all-time favorite piece. Worthy of some headphones, a dimly-lit room, and some weed. Even in my sixth decade this tune, done well, makes me close my eyes and smile.
Haha, definitely a song you could smoke a joint to and get lost in. Probably how Knoplfer came up with the tune originally haha. I’ve only known this tune for one decade (23), but man, is it the business
It’s not like someone forced him at gunpoint to play on the street with his guitar. Don’t know what you’re so riled about he’s out there by his own choice. On a street.
@@Michael-bt6ht You obviously dont get it haha. Some people pay crazy money for shit shows, and here is someone doing it for tips and often gets stopped by cops, if you dont see the irony I dont know what to tell ya.
@@thirsty003 Ugh, have you listened or read why he does it? The guy loves doing it but also needs money, and he deserves it man, he is a phenomenal artist that makes the world a better place just by playing.
Ha ha! 🤪 Such wit! 🙄 mines obvious lyric references and thinks it’s cute or funny. Here’s a reality check. I don’t have a daytime job. Not doing all right. Live music and busking banned. Was not able to play at all last year, and very likely not this year either. Did not receive a cent of gov’t assistance for covid related job loss, while 15 year old French fry servers who worked part time and lived at home, all got paid $15,000. Very depressing year in 2020. So bad, could not even pick up the guitar for 8 months. Now, I finally start coming out of serious depression and this joke title video (which I had completely forgotten about) goes viral after sitting in the toilet for 4 years and 43 views, and I get hate for the title on top of it. then in April. 2021, I had a serious brain aneurysm and almost died. Win win! Also don’t make a cent off this video, or any of my videos on TH-cam, no matter how many views they get. Video is monetized by Mark Knopfler’s record label. And we all know he needs the money.
Came for the clickbait title, stayed for the skilled guitar playing and great performance. No regrets, other than the deafness of the passers by to such artistry. All the best from Australia!
Dude, you have me applauding at full volume from my apartment at midnight. This interpretation of sultans would make knopfler blush. I can only dream that my playing will sound this good. Respect.
Sir, I salute you. I am a huge Mark fan, have been to watch him play at the O2 (60th birthday present) and attempted for many years to replicate his unique and awesome style (I failed lol). If he ever drops by this clip, then I'm sure his jaw will drop; he is a humble man. Keep playing my friend, you are awesome.
This guy's talent is off the charts - can't believe people are walking by without stopping for a second and at least nodding in appreciation... is brilliance the new mundane now?
Not only do they not stop, some actually scream obscenities and tell me to shut up. I interfere with their ‘standing in the bus line’ time. Once, a guy screamed at me because he was trying to have a quiet smoke. I had one old guy on a bike pass me very day and call me an asshole. A woman waiting in the bus line told me to turn it down because she was stressed and considering suicide. I recommended she get therapy, ASAP.
No, selfishness is the norm now. No one gives a crap about anyone else. I remember a time when I thought a lot of people were cool. Now I never cone across anyone I imagine being a good friend. Well, I'm exaggerating a bit. This guy should be a successful musician unless he has some serious problems that make it impossible, like a bad drug problem or can't get out of bed before supper time. He could make a decent living as a studio musician, if nothing else. Maybe he just got out of jail and needs some quick cash until he gets hired. I wish him well whatever it is. He has the talent. I think he is no knoffler, but it's hard to judge from one TH-cam video.
@@perrypelican9476 Given Knopfler is ranked 12th in Guitar World's all-time rankings, I wouldn't expect him to sound THAT good. However, this fellow deserves better than the crowd that was walking by gave him. Some were trying very hard not to notice him playing, averting their eyes as they passed. I woulda pitched in a few bucks had I been walking by...I've done as much for street musicians before, especially if they sounded as good as this cat does. You are spot on with the comment about selfishness. Unfortunately, greed typically wins out over generosity.
I don’t see how all these people can walk by and not toss a few cents in.... takes balls to get out there and do that! Freakin EXCELLENT rendition by the way!!! Loved it!!
I miss seeing this kinda stuff in the city. It always stopped me no matter what I needed to do. As a former recording engineer, I'd always look for talent to offer free recording to, people that deserved to have at least a 3-song ep to sell while they were doin their thing out there. I really miss the vibe this kinda stuff brings to a city. It's great.
@@JonathanLukeAvery ohh, nah.. Unfortunately I got out of the recording business in 2011 partly due to hearing loss, partly a split with my studio co-owners. I couldn't keep up with the cost associated with running a studio. Sorry, mate. I wish I could still do what I did. I enjoyed it a lot.
I remember over a decade ago in the middle of night near the water in San Francisco was one guying playing some of the best tenor saxophone I ever heard. It was surreal.
Oh the IRONY! Guy’s SHREDDIN’ a great old tune about heathens not appreciating good music. And the mass of Latte-Guzzlin’ Shites can’t lay a Fin on the dude?!!?! Well Done Brudda!!
How can you just walk by and not notice? This guy is off the charts. I'd have gladly emptied my wallet into his guitar case and still feel like I owed him.
@@goodboyringo9716 first thing dummy, not a trump fan, I actually fought for my country. Guess I am just a hater of insincere comments, which yours would align you with the big orange dope more so. “ it would have been a great donation, if only I was there, but my darn bone spur kept me from giving”Thought it funny how you were so kind to empty your wallet “if” you were there and figured I would remind you that you could via Patreon. You won’t though, just like you wouldn’t have had you walked by, also, the Beatles are way overrated.
@@charlesklahn2811 Good boy Ringo might be off the ark but no reason to slag the Beatles. You may not like the Beatles but they were not over rated. More than 21 #1 hits in less than 8 years and they were righting songs so fast they had to give some to other artists because they couldn’t record them all. Even when sometimes they put out more than one studio album a year.
I’ve been a massive Straits and Knopfler fan since I was a kid, this was awesome. We had a trip to Vancouver planned in 2020, but all cancelled of course. When the pandemic is over we’ll be there for sure, and I hope to see you playing sir!
I was in Art college with a girl who talked about her friend in Harlow College called Mark Knoffler who played blues guitar (not a name you would forget), it was years later that I heard ‘Sultans of Swing’ and then found out it was him playing.
I didn’t think anyone could play this classic as well as Mark Knopfler. I was wrong! This fellow is as good as the original and even adds some special licks of his own! Amazing! I am impressed! This guy is a guitar 🎸 virtuoso! I so glad someone uploaded this and captured this magic! It looks like he mounted his own Go Pro camera on the guitar 🎸! Good use of a Go Pro! The only thing he doesn’t do is sing like Mark. If he can do that too then I’ll be truly amazed. 🎸👏🏻😎
The passers by don’t even appreciate the mastery of this man. Our top educators could work a thousand years and not make the kind of money sports stars make. A naked b movie celebrity gets millions of views while news (truthful news) gets not even a tenth. Go figure. Such artistry deserves attention.
I understand your point but people care about what they care about and that's showbusiness. Certain things bring in money because people are willing to stop what they are doing and pay for it. I say this as a guitarist myself so I have a huge amount of respect for this guy but no one has am obligation to stop what they are doing to watch him if they don't want to
@@jakemcs1095 If my comment implied obligation then I didn't word it well enough. It wasn't that anybody would be obliged to stop and listen, but I don't know how it would be possible to not want to stop. Music is the very fibre of my soul, though so that's where my perspective is coming from. But I understand your point and I agree with you. It's not everybody's cup of tea...but his passion though and the impeccable riffs....my God! I saw Mark Knopfler life in September 2019 and this was every bit as inspiring! Cheers!
I would totally walk up to this guy. Get the lyrics on my phone, and be like I'll give you at LEAST $50 if you start over and I can karaoke to your playing..... I'd totally sing out the lyrics....Such a great song!
Holy crap this guy is awesome! If you saw this guy standing in line at Home Depot you would never suspect he was this talented, just looks like an average guy, then he plays this, incredible, Too cool👍🇨🇦
Just like Mark Knopfler, his live version is completely different from the original and almost jammed every time. At least he is finger picking unlike most, you can’t do Knopfler justice with a plectrum.
Man, this Video is pure Gold! Sultans of swing is one of my all time favourite songs ever. I came across this completely random a week ago and I watch it before sleep every night since them. I’m feeling your guitarplay badly! And I love how you really live the song while you play it. Damn this is just awesome! Greetings from Germany Please just keep it up
Let me tell you something, this week I flew from Germany to Vancouver and walked around the city. It happened that I saw you playing here. That was such a nice moment, since I didn’t even know that this is van (first time here). Just felt a moment like seeing a childhood idol. Thank you for playing so nice and keeping it up, man you rock!
I clicked this video out of curiosity and found myself in a trance. This was always a song that just blended into the walls for me, but seeing it actually being played shows what a musical masterpiece it is. Awesome cover and amazing playing. Thumbs up a new sub headed your way, sir.
I don't understand it when people say they are jealous of this guy's musical talent ? I'm just watching in complete awe and admiration for the whole thing 🔥 this is just pure awesomeness 😎
Well done my friend. Wish you were hangin' out on my street ! That was FRESH. Beautifully played... love the fact that you strongly carry the melody line throughout all of the leads. You are a great player ! Rock on !
I've gotta say, this is damn good. I rarely add videos to my favorites for enjoyment (I usually favorite tutorials) but this is one of the few exceptions. You've done a beautiful job of taking SOS and bringing some new light to it. Something about the way you do your downward runs just sounds so twangy and beautifully articulated. Love to see it, please do much much more!
I am a keyboard player of classic rock for over 50 years and you sir are an extremely talented guitar player. i wish you were in California. I need another guitar in my band and you would be a perfect fit. Thanks for entertaining and dont worry about the people who ignore your talent. you will reap richly soon what the good lord has blessed you with.
This came up in my recommended even though it's a few years old, but this is still bloody outstanding! Smashed it mate and now I can't help but want to look at more of your videos
According to my mom, if I was fussing as a wee one this song would instantly cheer me up. To this day, it makes me smile! Beautiful rendition, sir!!!! ✨💗✨ Happy to join! Wishing you all the best!!!!
I have to admit I was dubious when I saw the video title, but you sir, won me over big time. An absolutely great cover! Wish I had been there. Thank you for sharing and rock on!
Wow! That was amazing. I couldn't have stopped listening if I tried. I saw Mark live in an intimate, smaller setting. I would pay to hear this talented gentleman play. Amazing.
Guy walks by with little kid. Kid stops and looks at dad, "I can't believe we are going to walk by without giving that guy some coin!" Dad hands kid pocketful of change 😁👍
Where I live you'd never have the opportunity to hear a musician on the street. I don't understand all the people who walk by as if nothing is happening. I'd have to stop and tap my foot and hang out for a while. And give him all my cash!
thanks! City people are mostly apathetic these days, too busy or too distracted to listen. You can support or tip on my bandcamp page where I have all my original guitar music. I make nothing off TH-cam. thesixmilliondollarguitar.bandcamp.com/
I would also add;...Sultans took Dire Straits to the premier league of pop music in it's time. A great, foot stomping song with a platform for some unforgettable rifs. I have listened to many buskers play it..always with admiration, joy and a smile. But you paid homage to the original but with a twist that is your own. It made it better.
she saw her chance to rid her purse of everything she had no more use for. 2 buttons, some tokens for whatever, those weird coins from a holiday 8 years ago
Having absolutely no musical talent myself I greatly appreciate those who do. How sad people are rushing by. I would've been stopped in my tracks unable to move while my ears had orgasms. Bravo.
Are all these people in such a damn hurry to get somewhere? Stop and enjoy this man's beautiful rendition of a wonderful song. Love it. Excellent job sir.
There are not many who put a coin in the "hat" of the musician who tries to give people a little boost in their everyday life. Edit : A very skilled guitarist.
I was walking across lower Manhattan years ago and it was 25 degrees with snow falling and a blizzard coming. I heard a guy playing a banjo and stopped for a moment. I gave him $5 and said that I didn't have time to listen, but if he was playing in a snow storm then whatever he was playing was worth 5 bucks! I never pass a street musician without putting something in the hat. I'm also usually the guy who claps in a restaurant after the first song I hear ends and the crowd is mute. Rarely do they suck, so people could at least acknowledge his or her existence up there. It means a lot to hear applause and not silence.
@@stephenwalsh2634 If I was going by I'd listen and contribute but that is Vancouver's Grand Central Station. Commuters coming down the valley, the Seabus from the North Shore terminal. Skytrain etc, etc, etc starts and ends right there. Taxis, buses too. Many commuters are busy getting to work in the heart of the city and don't have a lot of time. It is just what it is.
IM humble opinion, this raw version magic. The other version, I bow down to, but you are on the edge of your seat more, your inner personal voice just comes out in a really cool way in this version bro. Thank you for your killer talent!
Edge of my seat is right. It feels like being in the eye of a hurricane. You can't hear what's actually happening by listening to this audio. It sounds like I'm in a nice quiet and cozy bubble but it's the opposite. This is an audio recording in front of the amp and not what I actually hear. I am surrounded by vagrants, bums, addicts, screaming, car horns, sirens, smog, buses, people running into me or my bag. My spidey sense is on high alert even in the middle of solo. It's amazing I can produce any coherent music at all in this madness.
@@shatnershairpiece Thanks for the answer 👍 If I could ask another, please. What would be hitting you? Is it specifically related to crime? And let me also just add that it makes your playing even more impressive. Keep it up, sir!
@@gerhardvaneeden5615 vagrants, addicts, street psychos hit me, and steal my money. have gotten into fights, had drunks arrested, been shoulderchecked, idiots running into me while running for the bus, idiot joggers running into me, drunks stand next to me and sing, old men on bikes will ride past and yell “shut up asshole!”, and bus line passengers will actually poke me and tell me to stop playing.
I'm also a prolific street performer, and it's always a joy to see those who are actually being creative and original in their improvisations-something very lacking in most! Thankyou for fighting the good fight! And best wishes from Auckland New Zealand.
Street performers can be amazing; we had a young Hispanic man who painted on poster board downtown Friday and Saturday evenings. Been drawing since I was a kid but amazed at the gentleman's talent, creativity and speed. There was always a crowd and he couldn't paint them quick enough. Sure enough some imbicile complained and the cops had to ask him to leave, they weren't too happy either. I'm sure he took his talents to another city.
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I used to be in a band with this guy, was a fun experience we did some crazy eclectic instrumental versions of songs no one played in the first place, nice to see him getting props, great player
hey Curtis, long time no see. how are you doing?
This is the true test a former band mate reaching out very quickly with his stamp of approval, that speaks volumes.
Seen a lot of wannabes and those with loads of talent but no dedication. This man has the talent bolstered with decades of pressing in to be the absolute best he can be; THAT is what sets him apart from most.
Still hard to see all this people walking by totally oblivious.
@@bubbaray575 When you’re unemployed and homeless you’re invisible, that’s why they’re walking past. But if someone was there with a film crew and a camera they will get the money out ... and only then, because it’s all about them.
@@oleggorky906 very well said.
He's AMAZING!!!
He knows all the chords, and definitely makes it cry and sing.
👏👏😁🤭
hell yeah
that was great
It’s got rhythm but it’s not strictly rhythm
He just plays them in the wrong order
He does
There's something seriously wrong when people like the Kardashians are famous and make millions and you get talented people like this man playing on the street.
I agree wholeheartedly.
The Kardashians, etc. are members of "The Club". They're put in front of the public to serve as "influencers" and push political agendas! As such, they are relentlessly promoted, whilst those of real talent so often remain unknown.
American culture is an absolute dumpster fire of nothingness.
Truly
Absolutely agree!!
I live in Vancouver and have walked by when he is playing. I always stop and have missed a few busses over the years listening to him
Nice to meet you, fellow traveller. maybe one day we will meet again!
Yes we all see him
But to some we must stop everyday
Oh yes
PEOPLE so mundane
Playin that tune since 2007
Dread playin "no woman no cry" we must stop
100 times
'buses'
@@robgrey2480 Yes. Grade 9 was my senior year !!
I would miss many busses!
I've been a student of the guitar for, er, 41 years now. Let me you, tell this man is a MASTER. What is astounding to me is the complete inability of the people walking by to recognize this amazement for what it is ! Isn't life strange.
thanks. I agree. most people are not musicians so they have no clue on the amount of work it takes to become proficient.
People are strange! I agree people just dont know what they're missing
The same people who pay to download songs from "artists"who can't play instruments and don't even write their own songs, then worship them like some musical god.
@@leonashwell7427 Do you know what improv is? It's what all the REAL musicians do. Copying is easy, doing your own thing is not. It''s spelled 'straits'.
I have found that it is hard to get people's undivided attention unless they offer it willingly and knowingly. You can be one of the best players but unless you are extremely talented at drawing people in it can be difficult for them to even notice if they aren't on the same vibrational wave as you are.
How can someone walk past what is the cleanest cover of Sultans of swing I've ever heard and not stop and listen
exactly what i was thinking
Idk maybe they got shit to do... or it's awkward like you know the dude wants money...or he might be playing that for 20 minutes... so when you stop you're his audience and if you want to leave you have to abruptly walk away... plus you can still hear it while you're walking so basically that is his audience. I'm sure he doesn't care
@@simonlinser8286yep I'm broke so no money to give him. I might hang around and pretend I'm waiting for someone though😂
The amazing thing is that he didn’t as much copy Sultans of Swing as he did completely channel Knopfler's style. Some was Knopfler, some original, but it was hard to tell where one ended and the other began. Absolutely fantastic.
Thanks! Very well said. That's taking influences but then adding my own thing. I try to do that in every empty vocal spot I can.
Spot on!
Well said, so true.
@@shatnershairpiece Love your playing! Which model Parker do you have?
@@jonnyroxx7172 2008 autumn burl, only 25 exist.
I’d stop and be late even if I was in a rush. Somethings in life deserve this.
You have hit the nail on the head man .No problem
Sometimes you just have to stop and listen.
More talent in this video than the entire 2021 Grammy's performances combined.
Listen and wish its a gift
Amen!
Cringe comment
@@hiho915 for sure man...just off the top of my head Thundercat is an incredible artist with a unique brand of sound. This is some dude playing an average cover of a 40+ year old song. Makes me cringe when people act like music from the past is some sort of higher power sent from space and god. Like bro listen to somethin fresh.
@@hiho915 what is your point then? I mean it pretty rich coming from you that this guy is not that listenable. I got about 5 seconds into your redemption song cover
This is the hardest anyone has ever wailed on this cover. It was not a shred cover. It was yours. Fucking nice mate. Thank you sincerely
thanks again. great name by the way,
@@shatnershairpiece thank you for the reply. I wish you the best of luck in getting new subscribers that are loyal and will support you through any platform they can. I hope some people stumble upon your music like myself that truly am inspired by what you do. There's a vast catalog so I have 15 years of catching up to do. Stay well
@@ScumbagWoW let’s see how it goes. My subs went up but views are back down as this video lost steam.
@@ScumbagWoW for a scumbag you are quite nice lol
@@shatnershairpiece amazing, i had a bad day and now it’s not bad
Is this chap George? He knows all the chords.........
Bloody awesome.
Wasn’t George the guy who didn’t want to make it “cry or sing”?! 😉
@@davidburke2132 Harry perhaps? He can play the honky tonk like anything....
Mind he’s strictly rhythm he doesn’t want to make it cry or make it sing
But Harry's got a daytime job, he's doin alright.
Except for that one at 1:43
You are just insanely talented. You play a lot of the original lead, but you take it WAY beyond. Blows my mind. And you are playing on the STREETS. Fucking unbelievable. I am too poor to contribute, but I have shared your video with my richer friends.
appreciate it! thanks!
All guitar. Seems like he don’t give a damn about no trumpet playing band....
but strange enough I can't hear the horns blowin' that sound...
Playing guitar for his daytime job...he’s doing alright.
No trumpet needed!
He can play the Honky Tonk like anything
And Harry doesn't mind if he doesn't make the scene...
Anyone who “didn’t have the time “ to stop and listen for a few minutes really missed out. Could sit and listen to this sort of guitar work for hours.
You must take into account.....how many of those idiots walking by actually know that amazing song???
@@speedtrapp28 Why are they idiots, can they not have their own interests, concerns and life and carry on with them or should they be lined up and shot?
Totally agree
Westindieguy walked by.
@@dl3g3nd45 No I didn't, watched it to the end and I love this and Dire Straits..
The way he made it his own with those riffs. Absolutely amazing. That tone is spot on . Effortless!
I am a musician and a huge Dire straits fan , and that my friend was incredible !!! Kudos to you 😊👍
thanks. Appreciate it,
incredible
well done
very nice
Someone PLEASE give that man a contract.
In my book this guy isn't just a great guitarist like many, he is rocking and that makes all the difference...
I have never in all my life listening to music, heard anyone play like this guy. THIS is real talent.
Thanks! You can support this channel by checking the description links for patreon, PayPal tip, and band camp, where you can download 15 years worth of my original music. I’m still banned from Busking and I make no money from TH-cam videos.
Why were you banned from busking?
@@affablecamel153 all live music and busking has been banned since 2020. Music is in its death throes.
@@shatnershairpiece curious as to why no money from youtube vids? cant monetise? if not why not?
just v curious abt that.
Amazing skills bro. Well played.
@@Mogzrl his google account has been banned from monetising years ago, its says in the description of thid video. And even if he did monetise, large majority of his videos would have that money delivered to the record labels of the songs he covers...
all these people walking by, going nowhere, stop a moment, take time , enjoy the artistry , this guy's amazing!!!
You ever think
They seem him every day
Have things to do
Date with dominatrix
@@vantastroganoff4370 then he'd move to a different place surely, fresh audience
He never comes by to watch me work either
People going nowhere,
Looking at nothing
Till suddenly somebody
Notices the lone guitarist
Hears the mastery
The hypnotic tone ..
A miracle happens
Their heart is stirred by the rhythm
And they do not stare at their
Cellphone.
Oh mister music stop for me again
Take me back to my childhood.
I'll throw away these needless cares
To be totally lost in the rhythm of the music.
Thank you so much lone guitarist
You reminded me of my humanity
Once again.
Here is my debt a purse of leather
With golden coins
Which turn into beautiful surfer's
Sea-shells at sunset....
Theyve got day time jobs, m8. They doing alright
As a Dire Straits fan I applaud that you take this classic of theirs and add your own flourishes and feeling. Maybe in the future, we will applaud players with amazing talent like you in the same way we applaud someone who interprets a piano concerto by Rachmaninoff.
thanks. unfortunately most see me as an evil click baiter. poor busker, can’t work, this video provides MK with more income....I know, let’s thumb it down because I didn’t see MK’s jaw drop!
@@shatnershairpiece Maybe it it gets enough clicks, MK will link it via his own channel 😎
@@shatnershairpiece my guess is that anyone who understands musicality even at a low level will be blown away by what you're doing in the video, it's so good it makes the 6 minutes feel like 30 seconds and half an hour at the same time, at least that's my impression. It would make anyone who loves music instantly forget about the fucking title, the "most" you are referring to are just a bunch of internet PC warriors who can't go on with their lives without crying because of a clickbait title. If that title is what eventually brought me to this video, thank you for naming it that way!
@@stevanmilenkovic7309 appreciate that. The level of violence directed towards me for this title is quite amusing. One guy actually called me a piece of shit. Lol It seems to be the butterfly trigger that is setting off people who are already on the verge of a mental breakdown.
Knob head.....why can't you just say he is good
Terrific, fresh rendition of an all-time favorite piece. Worthy of some headphones, a dimly-lit room, and some weed. Even in my sixth decade this tune, done well, makes me close my eyes and smile.
Haha, definitely a song you could smoke a joint to and get lost in. Probably how Knoplfer came up with the tune originally haha.
I’ve only known this tune for one decade (23), but man, is it the business
Just a few years behind you but with you in spirit bro.
No weed, just some whiskey & in my 7th decade still gives me goosebumps.
@@charleswalter2902 Purely medicinal 😉
Haha, me too man.
This guy makes me want to pick my guitar up and never touch it again at the same time. Amazing technical ability, and soulful musicianship. Respect!
That performance was worth a million dollars yet it was free, fuck this world.
It’s not like someone forced him at gunpoint to play on the street with his guitar. Don’t know what you’re so riled about he’s out there by his own choice. On a street.
@@Michael-bt6ht You obviously dont get it haha. Some people pay crazy money for shit shows, and here is someone doing it for tips and often gets stopped by cops, if you dont see the irony I dont know what to tell ya.
The guy gets to play his favourite music in the sun for a living, not too bad 👍
How about you track him down and send him money? I think he was pretty good and I enjoyed his performance and he probably does it for that reason.
@@thirsty003 Ugh, have you listened or read why he does it? The guy loves doing it but also needs money, and he deserves it man, he is a phenomenal artist that makes the world a better place just by playing.
He's got a daytime job, he's doing alright
Sure hope so
@@maxkagi1297 I thought he was pretty impressive.
Nice
Yeah. He’s a lawyer. “Better call Saul”, right 😏
Ha ha! 🤪 Such wit! 🙄 mines obvious lyric references and thinks it’s cute or funny. Here’s a reality check. I don’t have a daytime job. Not doing all right. Live music and busking banned. Was not able to play at all last year, and very likely not this year either. Did not receive a cent of gov’t assistance for covid related job loss, while 15 year old French fry servers who worked part time and lived at home, all got paid $15,000. Very depressing year in 2020. So bad, could not even pick up the guitar for 8 months. Now, I finally start coming out of serious depression and this joke title video (which I had completely forgotten about) goes viral after sitting in the toilet for 4 years and 43 views, and I get hate for the title on top of it. then in April. 2021, I had a serious brain aneurysm and almost died. Win win! Also don’t make a cent off this video, or any of my videos on TH-cam, no matter how many views they get. Video is monetized by Mark Knopfler’s record label. And we all know he needs the money.
Came for the clickbait title, stayed for the skilled guitar playing and great performance. No regrets, other than the deafness of the passers by to such artistry. All the best from Australia!
Dude, you have me applauding at full volume from my apartment at midnight. This interpretation of sultans would make knopfler blush. I can only dream that my playing will sound this good. Respect.
Sir, I salute you. I am a huge Mark fan, have been to watch him play at the O2 (60th birthday present) and attempted for many years to replicate his unique and awesome style (I failed lol). If he ever drops by this clip, then I'm sure his jaw will drop; he is a humble man. Keep playing my friend, you are awesome.
Many thanks!
I have this feeling that everyone should help this man become rich, famous, or both.
This guy's talent is off the charts - can't believe people are walking by without stopping for a second and at least nodding in appreciation... is brilliance the new mundane now?
Not only do they not stop, some actually scream obscenities and tell me to shut up. I interfere with their ‘standing in the bus line’ time. Once, a guy screamed at me because he was trying to have a quiet smoke. I had one old guy on a bike pass me very day and call me an asshole. A woman waiting in the bus line told me to turn it down because she was stressed and considering suicide. I recommended she get therapy, ASAP.
@@shatnershairpiece Don't let a bunch of negative Nellies get you down! Great work, sir!
@@shatnershairpiece Is it Vancouver that is to blame? Never been there, just wondering...
No, selfishness is the norm now. No one gives a crap about anyone else. I remember a time when I thought a lot of people were cool. Now I never cone across anyone I imagine being a good friend. Well, I'm exaggerating a bit. This guy should be a successful musician unless he has some serious problems that make it impossible, like a bad drug problem or can't get out of bed before supper time. He could make a decent living as a studio musician, if nothing else. Maybe he just got out of jail and needs some quick cash until he gets hired. I wish him well whatever it is. He has the talent. I think he is no knoffler, but it's hard to judge from one TH-cam video.
@@perrypelican9476 Given Knopfler is ranked 12th in Guitar World's all-time rankings, I wouldn't expect him to sound THAT good. However, this fellow deserves better than the crowd that was walking by gave him. Some were trying very hard not to notice him playing, averting their eyes as they passed. I woulda pitched in a few bucks had I been walking by...I've done as much for street musicians before, especially if they sounded as good as this cat does. You are spot on with the comment about selfishness. Unfortunately, greed typically wins out over generosity.
The guy put "His Own Stamp" on a timeless classic. Knopfler would have approved!
I’ve played for years. The man can play. Love it. Absolutely wonderful.
Runs home, grabs lawn chair, spends whole day watching this guy. Free concert!
I'm just truly humbled when I see how much talent some people have !
I don’t see how all these people can walk by and not toss a few cents in.... takes balls to get out there and do that! Freakin EXCELLENT rendition by the way!!! Loved it!!
No kidding. I could never walk by.
It got me to click and I ain't sorry I did. Even if neither Mark nor his jaw made the scene.
Yh i was waiting for mark to show but there we go this guy has raw talent
Mark doesn't mind - if he doesn't, make the scene
If I heard a Sultans jam live on a city street I’d sit and listen all day. One of my top 5 favorite songs and solos, a damn masterpiece
Come on, people, get your hands in your pockets for this guy! How fortunate you are to be able to watch this in person.
I miss seeing this kinda stuff in the city. It always stopped me no matter what I needed to do. As a former recording engineer, I'd always look for talent to offer free recording to, people that deserved to have at least a 3-song ep to sell while they were doin their thing out there. I really miss the vibe this kinda stuff brings to a city. It's great.
@@JonathanLukeAvery me? For recording?
@@JonathanLukeAvery ohh, nah.. Unfortunately I got out of the recording business in 2011 partly due to hearing loss, partly a split with my studio co-owners. I couldn't keep up with the cost associated with running a studio. Sorry, mate. I wish I could still do what I did. I enjoyed it a lot.
I remember over a decade ago in the middle of night near the water in San Francisco was one guying playing some of the best tenor saxophone I ever heard. It was surreal.
bandcamp.com ‘the six million dollar guitar’ 2000 originals.
Oh the IRONY! Guy’s SHREDDIN’ a great old tune about heathens not appreciating good music. And the mass of Latte-Guzzlin’ Shites can’t lay a Fin on the dude?!!?! Well Done Brudda!!
It ain't what they call rock n roll
@@keithhartman9946 you just won the comments section for me with that one bro!🤣🤣🤣👌🏴
@@supertramp6011 thank you. You made my youtube day!
@@keithhartman9946 perfect
And one who does is an older lady. She's got more soul in her little finger than most of the schlubs passing by.
Amazing how few people stopped to listen. Apparently, people in Vancouver (as in other big cities), are in an all-fired hurry to get nowhere fast!
How can you just walk by and not notice? This guy is off the charts. I'd have gladly emptied my wallet into his guitar case and still feel like I owed him.
Because the people are cheap.
I know right, if only he had a Patreon link in the description that you could “empty your wallet into”....
@@ceklahn ... You were one of the people just passing him on by. But you will send Trump that has done nothing , tons of money , ggg
@@goodboyringo9716 first thing dummy, not a trump fan, I actually fought for my country. Guess I am just a hater of insincere comments, which yours would align you with the big orange dope more so. “ it would have been a great donation, if only I was there, but my darn bone spur kept me from giving”Thought it funny how you were so kind to empty your wallet “if” you were there and figured I would remind you that you could via Patreon. You won’t though, just like you wouldn’t have had you walked by, also, the Beatles are way overrated.
@@charlesklahn2811
Good boy Ringo might be off the ark but no reason to slag the Beatles. You may not like the Beatles but they were not over rated. More than 21 #1 hits in less than 8 years and they were righting songs so fast they had to give some to other artists because they couldn’t record them all. Even when sometimes they put out more than one studio album a year.
I’ve been a massive Straits and Knopfler fan since I was a kid, this was awesome. We had a trip to Vancouver planned in 2020, but all cancelled of course. When the pandemic is over we’ll be there for sure, and I hope to see you playing sir!
Look forward to it!
I was in Art college with a girl who talked about her friend in Harlow College called Mark Knoffler who played blues guitar (not a name you would forget), it was years later that I heard ‘Sultans of Swing’ and then found out it was him playing.
I've never seen anyone play Sultans of swing better. Congrats man!
Great job improvising on this.Knopfler never played it the same way everytime either.certainly mastered his style
who watched to see if Mark Knopfler showed up?
I wouldn't fall for that ;)
It was Mk Playing
Guilty.
Me .
🙋🏽♂️
I didn’t think anyone could play this classic as well as Mark Knopfler. I was wrong!
This fellow is as good as the original and even adds some special licks of his own! Amazing!
I am impressed! This guy is a guitar 🎸 virtuoso!
I so glad someone uploaded this and captured this magic!
It looks like he mounted his own Go Pro camera on the guitar 🎸! Good use of a Go Pro!
The only thing he doesn’t do is sing like Mark. If he can do that too then I’ll be truly amazed.
🎸👏🏻😎
The passers by don’t even appreciate the mastery of this man.
Our top educators could work a thousand years and not make the kind of money sports stars make. A naked b movie celebrity gets millions of views while news (truthful news) gets not even a tenth. Go figure.
Such artistry deserves attention.
truth
I understand your point but people care about what they care about and that's showbusiness. Certain things bring in money because people are willing to stop what they are doing and pay for it. I say this as a guitarist myself so I have a huge amount of respect for this guy but no one has am obligation to stop what they are doing to watch him if they don't want to
@@jakemcs1095 If my comment implied obligation then I didn't word it well enough. It wasn't that anybody would be obliged to stop and listen, but I don't know how it would be possible to not want to stop. Music is the very fibre of my soul, though so that's where my perspective is coming from. But I understand your point and I agree with you. It's not everybody's cup of tea...but his passion though and the impeccable riffs....my God! I saw Mark Knopfler life in September 2019 and this was every bit as inspiring! Cheers!
I would totally walk up to this guy. Get the lyrics on my phone, and be like I'll give you at LEAST $50 if you start over and I can karaoke to your playing..... I'd totally sing out the lyrics....Such a great song!
Holy crap this guy is awesome! If you saw this guy standing in line at Home Depot you would never suspect he was this talented, just looks like an average guy, then he plays this, incredible, Too cool👍🇨🇦
"You feel alright when you hear that music ring" Many thanks, man. Made my rainy day bright!
Man, he’s doing the honky tonk - just like anything.
Well, he DOES know...all the chords...so there's that...
Must've been Friday night
And he’s livin’ it up!
Haha 😆
He has no day time job, though 😢
That’s the most epic video description I’ve read, but some of the best guitar playing I’ve seen.... breathtaking.
Unfortunately now that popular music has been globalised, most young people don't appreciate great talent.
Disagree
great skill, + you don't need to be young to be ignorant of it..
@@SlayPlenty Sure.
If this was Regent Street London, there would a crowd of people watching.
A true artist, 'lost' in the joy of his endeavor. He is truly 'one' with his guitar.
Fantastic performance. Slightly altered the original without losing its soul - 10/10
Just like Mark Knopfler, his live version is completely different from the original and almost jammed every time. At least he is finger picking unlike most, you can’t do Knopfler justice with a plectrum.
Man, this Video is pure Gold!
Sultans of swing is one of my all time favourite songs ever. I came across this completely random a week ago and I watch it before sleep every night since them. I’m feeling your guitarplay badly! And I love how you really live the song while you play it.
Damn this is just awesome!
Greetings from Germany
Please just keep it up
A very creative version of Sultans. SWEET!!
Let me tell you something, this week I flew from Germany to Vancouver and walked around the city. It happened that I saw you playing here. That was such a nice moment, since I didn’t even know that this is van (first time here). Just felt a moment like seeing a childhood idol. Thank you for playing so nice and keeping it up, man you rock!
cool. I’ve been out a lot this year, another month and I’m done.
I clicked this video out of curiosity and found myself in a trance. This was always a song that just blended into the walls for me, but seeing it actually being played shows what a musical masterpiece it is. Awesome cover and amazing playing. Thumbs up a new sub headed your way, sir.
Many people who pay to attend concerts don’t hear playing that good.
Nice to hear at least a few people applauding at the end of this piece. He should have a much bigger audience!
I don't understand it when people say they are jealous of this guy's musical talent ? I'm just watching in complete awe and admiration for the whole thing 🔥 this is just pure awesomeness 😎
Well done my friend. Wish you were hangin' out on my street ! That was FRESH. Beautifully played... love the fact that you strongly carry the melody line throughout all of the leads. You are a great player ! Rock on !
Usually when street performers play this to make it "their own" they usually lose the sound of the original, but yours doesn't, nicely done!
I've gotta say, this is damn good. I rarely add videos to my favorites for enjoyment (I usually favorite tutorials) but this is one of the few exceptions. You've done a beautiful job of taking SOS and bringing some new light to it. Something about the way you do your downward runs just sounds so twangy and beautifully articulated. Love to see it, please do much much more!
I am a keyboard player of classic rock for over 50 years and you sir are an extremely talented guitar player. i wish you were in California. I need another guitar in my band and you would be a perfect fit. Thanks for entertaining and dont worry about the people who ignore your talent. you will reap richly soon what the good lord has blessed you with.
Wow your journey to this point has been incredibly wild.....I feel like I have truly spent quarantine along with you!
Maybe... after the pandemic, people may actually appreciate getting outdoors & stopping to listen to fine musicians
such as yourself.
yeah, let’s hope you’re right. . You have to lose things before you miss them.
He there since f 2007
Not a big deal
@@vantastroganoff4370 ?? No, I’ve been in this spot since 2016.
This came up in my recommended even though it's a few years old, but this is still bloody outstanding! Smashed it mate and now I can't help but want to look at more of your videos
I can’t get this tune out of my head! I keep coming back to your channel for a listen❤️so relaxing! A salve for the weary soul. God bless you!
According to my mom, if I was fussing as a wee one this song would instantly cheer me up. To this day, it makes me smile! Beautiful rendition, sir!!!! ✨💗✨
Happy to join! Wishing you all the best!!!!
Love that!
If I had no change in my pocket I would have walked to find a cash machine. THIS IS UNREAL!
thanks, you can always support through the tip link.
Ya notice he didn't get a dime !
As a guitar player myself of 15 years. I appreciate how well you've mastered fingerpicking. Simply amazing!
Absolutely BRILLIANT first class.
Had to come back and comment on this one because you flat out killed it! One of my top 10 favorite solos in electric guitar.
My heart skips beats when I hear you play... That's emotion. You have a gift.
My cat jumped up and started rubbing her head against my phone that was playing this video.
She has great taste in music. 🙂
I have to admit I was dubious when I saw the video title, but you sir, won me over big time. An absolutely great cover! Wish I had been there. Thank you for sharing and rock on!
Wow! That was amazing. I couldn't have stopped listening if I tried. I saw Mark live in an intimate, smaller setting. I would pay to hear this talented gentleman play. Amazing.
Guy walks by with little kid. Kid stops and looks at dad, "I can't believe we are going to walk by without giving that guy some coin!"
Dad hands kid pocketful of change 😁👍
2:42
Yes I loved that, he's sick of Ariana Grande.
That’s the bread and butter of buskers
I would have given this guy half of my total pay check to keep this guy there.
@@stephenbrooks6174 😂
Where I live you'd never have the opportunity to hear a musician on the street. I don't understand all the people who walk by as if nothing is happening. I'd have to stop and tap my foot and hang out for a while. And give him all my cash!
thanks! City people are mostly apathetic these days, too busy or too distracted to listen. You can support or tip on my bandcamp page where I have all my original guitar music. I make nothing off TH-cam. thesixmilliondollarguitar.bandcamp.com/
@@shatnershairpiece Cellphones have created a tsunami of narcissists, the tech device is the new nicotine.
Look at that Vancouverite.
He's well-recognized.
Congratulations!!!!
Man to my ears this guy's playing is flawless💯❤️
I would also add;...Sultans took Dire Straits to the premier league of pop music in it's time. A great, foot stomping song with a platform for some unforgettable rifs. I have listened to many buskers play it..always with admiration, joy and a smile. But you paid homage to the original but with a twist that is your own. It made it better.
That lady was really counting out every last penny.
Yeah, she gave though so good on her
Looks at him like...hey I gave you 47 cents
she saw her chance to rid her purse of everything she had no more use for. 2 buttons, some tokens for whatever, those weird coins from a holiday 8 years ago
@@OB1KXB
Yeah the old button trick 😆 I still admire her for doing what many didn't, as my old man used to say, it's the thought that counts in the end
Put more money in that musicians hat y'all !
Having absolutely no musical talent myself I greatly appreciate those who do. How sad people are rushing by. I would've been stopped in my tracks unable to move while my ears had orgasms. Bravo.
If I lived in Vancouver. I would want to just go down to the seabus station and listen live to this man playing.
Are all these people in such a damn hurry to get somewhere? Stop and enjoy this man's beautiful rendition of a wonderful song. Love it. Excellent job sir.
There are not many who put a coin in the "hat" of the musician who tries to give people a little boost in their everyday life. Edit : A very skilled guitarist.
I was walking across lower Manhattan years ago and it was 25 degrees with snow falling and a blizzard coming. I heard a guy playing a banjo and stopped for a moment. I gave him $5 and said that I didn't have time to listen, but if he was playing in a snow storm then whatever he was playing was worth 5 bucks!
I never pass a street musician without putting something in the hat. I'm also usually the guy who claps in a restaurant after the first song I hear ends and the crowd is mute. Rarely do they suck, so people could at least acknowledge his or her existence up there. It means a lot to hear applause and not silence.
@@stephenwalsh2634 If I was going by I'd listen and contribute but that is Vancouver's Grand Central Station. Commuters coming down the valley, the Seabus from the North Shore terminal. Skytrain etc, etc, etc starts and ends right there. Taxis, buses too. Many commuters are busy getting to work in the heart of the city and don't have a lot of time. It is just what it is.
IM humble opinion, this raw version magic. The other version, I bow down to, but you are on the edge of your seat more, your inner personal voice just comes out in a really cool way in this version bro. Thank you for your killer talent!
Edge of my seat is right. It feels like being in the eye of a hurricane. You can't hear what's actually happening by listening to this audio. It sounds like I'm in a nice quiet and cozy bubble but it's the opposite. This is an audio recording in front of the amp and not what I actually hear. I am surrounded by vagrants, bums, addicts, screaming, car horns, sirens, smog, buses, people running into me or my bag. My spidey sense is on high alert even in the middle of solo. It's amazing I can produce any coherent music at all in this madness.
@@shatnershairpiece Damn, that sounds awful! Why don't you use headphones, then?
@@gerhardvaneeden5615 That would prevent me from hearing the danger. I need to be aware at all times as I can be hit from all sides.
@@shatnershairpiece Thanks for the answer 👍
If I could ask another, please. What would be hitting you? Is it specifically related to crime?
And let me also just add that it makes your playing even more impressive. Keep it up, sir!
@@gerhardvaneeden5615 vagrants, addicts, street psychos hit me, and steal my money. have gotten into fights, had drunks arrested, been shoulderchecked, idiots running into me while running for the bus, idiot joggers running into me, drunks stand next to me and sing, old men on bikes will ride past and yell “shut up asshole!”, and bus line passengers will actually poke me and tell me to stop playing.
I never understand that talented individuals like this chap are out of work.
sign of the times. music clubs all closed, people don’t care about live music anymore, guitar out of fashion.
There is no way in hell that I would be able to walk past this without stopping to hear the whole rendition. Epic performance mate
Someone please sign him on. Too much talent to let go by.
fantastic rendition
The fact that more people r interested in how much moneys in his case shows whats wrong with the world
Kudos to the dad that takes the kid back (2:50)
Dude you’re a total beast on guitar. Beautiful take on Sultans. Gave me goosebumps the whole time.
I'm also a prolific street performer, and it's always a joy to see those who are actually being creative and original in their improvisations-something very lacking in most! Thankyou for fighting the good fight! And best wishes from Auckland New Zealand.
Street performers can be amazing; we had a young Hispanic man who painted on poster board downtown Friday and Saturday evenings. Been drawing since I was a kid but amazed at the gentleman's talent, creativity and speed. There was always a crowd and he couldn't paint them quick enough.
Sure enough some imbicile complained and the cops had to ask him to leave, they weren't too happy either.
I'm sure he took his talents to another city.
Knopfler is truly one of the all time greats, & so are you my friend. Nice job!!!!!