Almost got the same rig, went for a zoom l-20 instead - slightly different features but certainly similar vibe... Amazing what you can get for your cash nowadays to make great music and capture excellent performances!
Played guitar for over 30 years and I must have watched this vid over 100 times. Firstly what a phenomenal cover, but secondly, Josh’s solo is just off the chart - floored me too!
Every single person involved in this project is absolutely world class. From Martin and his regular guys, his guests, the engineers, to the camera crew, even the cleaner is a legend!! Such a great band.
Love the way Josh switches between the neck and bridge pickups on his strat multiple times during that first solo, really gives a nice hint of variation
It's incredibly in place. Martin is really good technically, but I always prefer Josh. Not only tone-wise, but entirely. Martin almost sounds out of place, but I still wish I had his knowledge of the neck.
@TwangaBunga i like the two different takes on the solo. Josh went all on blues, Martin went more Jazzy. Which both fit the progression. It's just John himself went bluesy and Martin's lick might be a bit long for the phrasing of the song.
Why is this not one of the top selling bands in Europe....Great guitarists, great drummer, great keyboard guy and a great bass player with an awesome voice
That's the difference between elite level and great. Elite level means you don't need to do all the scales and arpeggios all the time - you have it in the bank if you need but it's just a tool to help you reach your goal
16 bar bass solo would have been enough in my opinion, thanks josh smith for your strat tone and your right feeling, you're not only a blues virtuoso but a true guitar master!
I've literally seen this song performed by hundreds of different people. This one is special. I'd love to John Mayer's review of this. That bass solo was freaking legendary.
That my friends! That is A solo. Listening and learn, the fat tone from a real tube amp, the feel, the timing etc. Everything is there. Josh is king. 👏
Benni is such a talented bass player and singer! I've watched his live streams and I can't understand why he hasn't got more subscribers. Together with Felix, they are by far one of the best rhythm sections I've ever heard.
Josh Smith's playing is so fluid. I'm not sure I've heard anyone who's got that sophisticated phrasing while also maintaining such feel and tone all at the same time. This guy is an actual Master.
The entire band is just slaying it!! A lot of people would be very happy if you all did a 90's alternative rock tribute - Pearl Jam, Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, Nirvana, Mudhoney etc. If you all did a 20 min jam of Pearl Jam, I'd probably only be listening to that for years to come... Lol!
Never been a huge John Mayer fan...he’s got a gift ...but you mr bass player...where did that voice come from? ..this cover and song. Wow ..You my friend have an ungodly talent. As everyone in this room does. But I’m shaking my head and at an emotional borderline ... this upload has absolutely 100% made my weekend nothing but smiles… Thank you for all the hard work you put into these videos to entertain us normal humans on this planet because you guys are definitely not from here…mad respect. From Ontario Canada
I just mediated for 90 mins this morning then I listened to this after. This is musical meditation in it's own right. Thank you cosmos for music. It's the greatest gift to the planet. Peace and love everybody
Great job guys, I like how you put your own vibes/style in vocals and instruments. A very “original” cover, let John Mayer sound like Johnn Mayer and you guys do your own thing.
Just a few bars into Martin's solo I catch myself swaying back and forth to the music with a big stupid smile on my face. As per usual. He gets me every time. So damn good.
You guys are true masters. It's one of those rare cases when you hear a cover of one of these giant musicians and you think "they're at the same level, if not better than the original"... many many compliments! You make my soul sing with you. You're a bless for every music lover.
Josh Smith gets more and more amazing everytime I see him play. He has an amazing touch and feel and it's great to hear him put that drip of honey on this Mayer track. Totally mind blowing
easily one of the best renditions i’ve heard, josh’s tone and phrasing is just phenomenal and miller is just absolutely godly and never fails to blow me away, infuckingcredible!!
Ce qui est génial, c'est les conditions "direct live" qui règnent sur ces reprises, bien meilleures souvent que les originaux sur-mixés. Le tout exécuté par d'énormes pros ! Le pied en direct !
Dear Martin and team, you've done an incredible and respectful work so far: perfect musicality and amazing sound design. I think it's now time to move to a Dream Theater medley. I know it will be hard, but I it's going to be epic! TH-cam will never be the same again. Neither Dream Theater covers. Best! A fan.
Sometimes, ... when I bump into this song I listen to Josh lead part at least three times. :) The whole band is great anyway and no praise is high enough!
A pleasure to hear you on the strat.. unlike most other players, you not only have a great vocabulary but also have such a developed and refined feel and tone.. A true guitar master! Look forward to seeing what you come up with in the near future
I love the way Martin Milller gives space in these sessions. He stands over at the back, stepping in to melt faces occasionally while letting his guests show their awesomeness front and centre. And he introduced me to Josh Smith, for which I will knight him, as is my right as an Englishman. Because Josh Smith is my new hero.
You're right--those guys are seriously great. But let's not forget about Martin because his highly technical playing is so fast, melodic, and clean. He could stand on the stage with the best guitar players on earth--John Petrucci, Joe Satriani, Steve Lukather, Vinnie Moore, Guthrie Govan, and others.
Martin. Benni is the man. We all know. As a bass player turned all rounder, a talent like his is not un-noticed. As is his carefully crafted participation of your awesome whole. If you do nothing else as a bassist but make your song better.... you have succeded. He goes way past that. For me, IMHO, he is a pillar of the Martin Miller Experience. Has he hit you up for a pay rise yet....?
The pickup changing on Josh's solo is really wild. I never noticed it until now but he shifts the lever based on the location of the neck he's playing on, and he does it during the natural phrasing points in his playing, like when a horn or wood wind player would breath.
Listening to Benni Jud on the bass inspires me to practice so much, just an amazing knack for capturing the the genre and feel so perfectly and his thumb technique is without question. Well done.
Makes me appreciate Mayer's vocal timbre even more. The guitar in this cover is great, but more than half of the song's appeal is that Smokey rasp that Mayer possesses.
Sean Hemstedt I agree, the difference in the vocals jumps out SO much. But I really like that this guy was brave and did it in his honest way. Most people put on a fake rasp
@@heirtothepwn maybe...but as a vocalist/multi-instrumentalist myself, song selection does matter...and anyone who performs in from of crowds knows this. I dont think this was a good choice for him vocally....and Ive seen this from him more than a time or two: He has access to other vocalists who are a better fit for a song, yet he chooses to do it himself. I'm pretty descent at a bunch of instruments, but there are MANY that I would never put front-and-center for an audience because I have access to far better musicians in my circles. This young man has WAY more access than I do...so I think it makes more sense to choose the best tool for the job at hand. Just on opinion, of course....and what do I know. Afterall, he DOES have far more followers than I do.
Which one...?? The bass solo is nasty and funky...Worldclass players in that room...Personally I'm a Martin Miller fan...tone, feel, and technique is amazing....
Josh really brought the bluesy Mayer vibes into this song... very nice ❤️ the way he uses his guitar as his voice by doing all the pickup switching during the solo is just phenomenal. The whole band is formed of great musicians. Wish I could play like you guys 🔥🔥🔥
Props to the unsung hero, the sound engineer. Sounding sweet. And the snare is just perfection.
Agree..
@Daedalus Icarus I got XR18! thanks for notice the X32 control software, that's amazing
It says in the description it's Martin Miller himself, so, not that unsung xD
@Daedalus Icarus Absolutely yes!
Almost got the same rig, went for a zoom l-20 instead - slightly different features but certainly similar vibe... Amazing what you can get for your cash nowadays to make great music and capture excellent performances!
Josh Smith's solo totally floored me... what an absolute master.
Tone for days.
Absolutely!
+1, insane
Effortless
Played guitar for over 30 years and I must have watched this vid over 100 times. Firstly what a phenomenal cover, but secondly, Josh’s solo is just off the chart - floored me too!
Everybody is talking about the bassits voice, but the way his bass sounds and sits in the mix is as magical 😍
The bass sounds absolutely perfect. Not to mention his playing with such accuracy and soul, while singing. Great!
I can't say in words how good that guy is, his bass solo and singing is magical
Compressor + mid scoop and overdrive = best bass tone
Its great
The tone is spectacular and the bass solo is very neat.
Every single person involved in this project is absolutely world class. From Martin and his regular guys, his guests, the engineers, to the camera crew, even the cleaner is a legend!! Such a great band.
lol the cleaner 😂
Love the way Josh switches between the neck and bridge pickups on his strat multiple times during that first solo, really gives a nice hint of variation
It's incredibly in place. Martin is really good technically, but I always prefer Josh. Not only tone-wise, but entirely. Martin almost sounds out of place, but I still wish I had his knowledge of the neck.
@TwangaBunga i like the two different takes on the solo. Josh went all on blues, Martin went more Jazzy. Which both fit the progression. It's just John himself went bluesy and Martin's lick might be a bit long for the phrasing of the song.
@@MrHaggyy Martin is an amazing guitarist and, of course it depends on your taste in music, but Josh's solo is just out of this world
@@relaind agree blues never die
I'm obsessed with Josh Smith's solo...so damn clean with a hint of a country tone. his taste in tone and phrasing are just bad ass
Been obsessing over that solo for a week now! Keep coming back to it... He's an absolute legend!
I am still coming back to it...
Funny thing is when he explains his solo technique and you see how he builds up an improv, and then yet when he does it, its magic
The brilliance and timbre of Benni Jud's voice is addictive to me. I love to hear him sing.
Benni blows my mind!
2:53 - Josh Smith's beautiful solo
4:20 - Benni Jud's badass bass solo
6:00 - Martin Miller.. Damn
Josh Smith has got to be one of the best modern blues guitarists. This solo is so inspirational 👏🙌
Agree
Aside from Benni's fantastic vocals, his bass solo starting at 4:21 was freakin world-class. Serious talent.
Wholeheartedly agree. Even among the world-class musicians that this bunch is made up of, he shines like a freaking diamond.
Wicked bass player! Lots of musical talent in that room
Benny Jud is true master of music. He can do it all, play bass like a boss and sing like a star. True inspiration for us all. ✌
yeah strongly agree Benny Jud is a true master of music.
MARTIN, PLEASE COLLAB WITH MATEUS ASATO !
-2023
"Thank you Martin for make it happen"
You all the best !!!
Right on...two alpha males...lol
I second this notion
WOW, PLEASE DO THIS!!!!
up
not really
The bass guy is super excellent... Loved his skills
Benni has the best voice! Far out, every time he sings I get shivers. And he always seems so happy doing what he does.
Just look how Josh is switching pickups during his solo, he masters the art of making his guitar cry!
The bass solo is so sick mayer would be proud!
Bayan Magiliw hope he’d see it haha
That was excellent! The bass solo was the best sounding I’ve heard in my life. I’m 60 years old.
Why is this not one of the top selling bands in Europe....Great guitarists, great drummer, great keyboard guy and a great bass player with an awesome voice
Because they cover songs. Do you think Europe doesnt have that?
That was one hell of a solo by josh, Jesus Christ , that guys got it down
highest compliments to the audio engineer for the perfect levels on all the instruments. everyone sounds even and perfectly balanced in the mix.
Josh Smith, that was a tremendously tasty solo, you are a legend sir
That's the difference between elite level and great. Elite level means you don't need to do all the scales and arpeggios all the time - you have it in the bank if you need but it's just a tool to help you reach your goal
Mark O'Neill That was insane. And he made it look so easy.
Did you play for bayside by any chance
this project is easily the best thing that happened to the modern music scene.
Lost count of how many times I’ve seen this, the musicality of these people is next level
16 bar bass solo would have been enough in my opinion, thanks josh smith for your strat tone and your right feeling, you're not only a blues virtuoso but a true guitar master!
I've literally seen this song performed by hundreds of different people. This one is special. I'd love to John Mayer's review of this. That bass solo was freaking legendary.
That my friends! That is A solo. Listening and learn, the fat tone from a real tube amp, the feel, the timing etc. Everything is there. Josh is king. 👏
I loved the solo, especially at 3:34 , and the fact that he improvised a new solo is great
Probably one of the best John Mayer covers I’ve heard. The guys playing lead guitar have some soul!
Benni is such a talented bass player and singer! I've watched his live streams and I can't understand why he hasn't got more subscribers. Together with Felix, they are by far one of the best rhythm sections I've ever heard.
Bass player's voice is as rich and deep as his bass tone, awesome!!!!!!
Josh Smith, and the other guitarist just lift the song to another level, bass player holding it down while singing stellar band, great sound.
Freakin Josh is a true diamond in the rough! Just pure musical feel and genius
That drummer! I don't even care that he's lefty (sound engineers will understand). He's the magic in this tune.
lol. I'm right handed. for some reason I CANNOT watch lefties play drum. Totally fks me up! lol
I live in UK and I'm just hearing about these guys and this voice along with the bass solo
Josh Smith's playing is so fluid. I'm not sure I've heard anyone who's got that sophisticated phrasing while also maintaining such feel and tone all at the same time. This guy is an actual Master.
The entire band is just slaying it!!
A lot of people would be very happy if you all did a 90's alternative rock tribute - Pearl Jam, Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, Nirvana, Mudhoney etc.
If you all did a 20 min jam of Pearl Jam, I'd probably only be listening to that for years to come... Lol!
Never been a huge John Mayer fan...he’s got a gift ...but you mr bass player...where did that voice come from? ..this cover and song. Wow ..You my friend have an ungodly talent. As everyone in this room does. But I’m shaking my head and at an emotional borderline ... this upload has absolutely 100% made my weekend nothing but smiles… Thank you for all the hard work you put into these videos to entertain us normal humans on this planet because you guys are definitely not from here…mad respect. From Ontario Canada
Kevin Vandusen wow! Thanks so much my friend!
Josh's solo was more than great :) So much taste AND feel there ... amazing
Bunch of tonemonsters. Just oozing talent and musicality.
Benni Jud stole the show this time. What a voice!
Yeah True story and great bass sound too :)
Totally!! I've loved his bass playing in these vids, but had little idea he could kill it on vox like this.
Nino Helfrich He totally did
You're so overestimating his voice, he wasn't that great at all.
Alebo Boi like you can sing better. No one need negativity here
Dude with the hat who did the 1st solo was awesome, had so much soul good interpretation. Beautiful.
I just mediated for 90 mins this morning then I listened to this after. This is musical meditation in it's own right. Thank you cosmos for music. It's the greatest gift to the planet. Peace and love everybody
Josh smiths solo is phenomenal…simply of the world
Great job guys, I like how you put your own vibes/style in vocals and instruments. A very “original” cover, let John Mayer sound like Johnn Mayer and you guys do your own thing.
Just a few bars into Martin's solo I catch myself swaying back and forth to the music with a big stupid smile on my face. As per usual. He gets me every time. So damn good.
Martin, can u record Purple Rain? Cheers from brazil!
This!
Boa!!!
Right on dude!
Boa... mas estou esperando mesmo pelo Medley do DT!
Yes please do
You guys are true masters. It's one of those rare cases when you hear a cover of one of these giant musicians and you think "they're at the same level, if not better than the original"... many many compliments! You make my soul sing with you. You're a bless for every music lover.
Loved the ad in Martin Miller's guitar solo. Really spoke to me
i can't believe there's three solo verses holy moly, 2 guitars solo and one bass solo this is really good damnnnnn
Benni Jud. How good are you mate. Fantastic. Great vocals. Nice to see you shine.
Josh Smith gets more and more amazing everytime I see him play. He has an amazing touch and feel and it's great to hear him put that drip of honey on this Mayer track. Totally mind blowing
Great Cover, like the voice from the bass player. Dear Martin waiting for the Dream Theater Medley 👍
Josh is a real monster - he can play guitar and drums simultaneously!
easily one of the best renditions i’ve heard, josh’s tone and phrasing is just phenomenal and miller is just absolutely godly and never fails to blow me away, infuckingcredible!!
Listen to these every few days - it's so great to watch masters in their art perform. Sound engineer was spot on too.
Clicked on this so fast, it's still in 360p. But I just know it's gonna be class
Ce qui est génial, c'est les conditions "direct live" qui règnent sur ces reprises, bien meilleures souvent que les originaux sur-mixés. Le tout exécuté par d'énormes pros ! Le pied en direct !
Great playing, everyone! One of the most tasteful bass solos I've heard recently!
Der Bassist, aber in seiner Rolle als Sänger, ist der MVP dieser Runde! Tolle Player rundherum.
And I was not expecting that bass solo!!!!
Wow! Nuff said.
Dear Martin and team, you've done an incredible and respectful work so far: perfect musicality and amazing sound design.
I think it's now time to move to a Dream Theater medley. I know it will be hard, but I it's going to be epic! TH-cam will never be the same again. Neither Dream Theater covers.
Best!
A fan.
WE NEED THIS!
NOW!
Hard for who?
The best cover I listened! The guitar player found a magnific solo to add this song!
Very professional all!
From this Video, I realize how great John Mayer was. His soul and feel on guitar is exceptional🔥
*how great John Mayer is. He's still around!
He's still alive you know 😏
Where the Light Is ending solo of this song. Masterfully played and phrased.
I love how the difference in tone between the two guitars makes the harmonizations sound even more amazing. Great work Martin Miller and team! Kudos!
"It's so easy to go for a solo when you sound high pitched" said that bass solo
Dear Bass players that day has come!
Benni Jud awesome playing and singing!!!!! True artist
These guys are as professional as any I've ever heard...sound so good
Me: “oh it’s just another ‘Slow Dancing’ cover....”
*bass solo*
Me: “nevermind.”
Yeah Benni and Marius are crazy underrated! Mad props to you guys!
true. I almost skipped after hearing the first part and then saw your comment :)
Facts
Great all.....We are absolutely amazing !!!!
Sometimes, ... when I bump into this song I listen to Josh lead part at least three times. :)
The whole band is great anyway and no praise is high enough!
A pleasure to hear you on the strat.. unlike most other players, you not only have a great vocabulary but also have such a developed and refined feel and tone.. A true guitar master! Look forward to seeing what you come up with in the near future
I love the way Martin Milller gives space in these sessions. He stands over at the back, stepping in to melt faces occasionally while letting his guests show their awesomeness front and centre. And he introduced me to Josh Smith, for which I will knight him, as is my right as an Englishman. Because Josh Smith is my new hero.
Benni Jud - Great voice and absolutely amazing bass player!!
josh smiths playing is like butter and benni has just become my favorite bass player
You're right--those guys are seriously great. But let's not forget about Martin because his highly technical playing is so fast, melodic, and clean. He could stand on the stage with the best guitar players on earth--John Petrucci, Joe Satriani, Steve Lukather, Vinnie Moore, Guthrie Govan, and others.
@@mesabman martin is overrated🤣🤣🤣
Josh Smith missed the memo on keeping low in a band! :D What a performance!
Josh Smith...his playing always leaves me speechless.......overall what a great band......
Martin. Benni is the man. We all know.
As a bass player turned all rounder, a talent like his is not un-noticed. As is his carefully crafted participation of your awesome whole.
If you do nothing else as a bassist but make your song better.... you have succeded.
He goes way past that. For me, IMHO, he is a pillar of the Martin Miller Experience.
Has he hit you up for a pay rise yet....?
🥺🥺🥺❤️
I am dying...uffff miller...what have you done man. Love you all.
More than one whole minute of pure joy beginning from 4:20 of bass solo... Soul satisfying indeed!
The pickup changing on Josh's solo is really wild. I never noticed it until now but he shifts the lever based on the location of the neck he's playing on, and he does it during the natural phrasing points in his playing, like when a horn or wood wind player would breath.
He's amazing. Definitely mind blower!
Listening to Benni Jud on the bass inspires me to practice so much, just an amazing knack for capturing the the genre and feel so perfectly and his thumb technique is without question. Well done.
He's such a great singer too
Makes me appreciate Mayer's vocal timbre even more. The guitar in this cover is great, but more than half of the song's appeal is that Smokey rasp that Mayer possesses.
Sean Hemstedt I agree, the difference in the vocals jumps out SO much. But I really like that this guy was brave and did it in his honest way. Most people put on a fake rasp
@@heirtothepwn maybe...but as a vocalist/multi-instrumentalist myself, song selection does matter...and anyone who performs in from of crowds knows this. I dont think this was a good choice for him vocally....and Ive seen this from him more than a time or two: He has access to other vocalists who are a better fit for a song, yet he chooses to do it himself. I'm pretty descent at a bunch of instruments, but there are MANY that I would never put front-and-center for an audience because I have access to far better musicians in my circles. This young man has WAY more access than I do...so I think it makes more sense to choose the best tool for the job at hand. Just on opinion, of course....and what do I know. Afterall, he DOES have far more followers than I do.
@@riffism "yet he chooses to do it himself"
It's not Martin Miller himself singing …
The nuances with his guitar licks too. This song sounds easy to play... but it ain't. Not like John does.
This room is on fire. We loved that guys.
The bass player took this song over. Nice work on the vocals and solo.
I like how MM stands quietly in the corner as if he's not an unnecessarily talented guitar god.
What an amazing vibe for a video shoot. Now I’m dying to talk a local band into a shoot that looks and feels like this.
What a solo ... most amazing solo cover i heard ever
Josh’s solo is utter perfection in tone and execution with emotion and feel....damn brother
That bass player has a really beautiful baritone voice! Very smooth tone, a bit like early Eddie Vedder
Pearl Jam medley hmmm?
@@JD-cg6nv They should totally do it!
haha, not quite but yeah not bad
I can listen to Josh Smith's solos all the time
I didn’t know that I needed this cover that much in my life until now. This sounds AMAZING!
The bass solo is a unbelieveble, its great!!! 🔥🔥🔥
God, that guitar sounds amazing
Which one...?? The bass solo is nasty and funky...Worldclass players in that room...Personally I'm a Martin Miller fan...tone, feel, and technique is amazing....
He's the singer, so he can take as long a solo as he feels like! And it sounded great!
Freaking hell. Absolutely astonishing!
CHILLSSSS. I hope John sees this!
Thanks again Martin Miller. Every note with a perfect balance. Great mixing...
incredible mixing skills. Sounds amazing
Josh really brought the bluesy Mayer vibes into this song... very nice ❤️ the way he uses his guitar as his voice by doing all the pickup switching during the solo is just phenomenal. The whole band is formed of great musicians. Wish I could play like you guys 🔥🔥🔥