Michael....Mr. Spiritual......Playing from above......In the presence of stars, comets and Thrones of the Great Eternal Father, Son and Spirit.....amid the starlights of The Highest Heaven
It's sad to see comments here lambasting other guitarists like McKee for stumbling on fame and making comparisons to Michael... this isn't a football game, folks. Michael inspired Andy, Andy shared his talents and creative output with the world and has inspired MANY people that would not have heard of Hedges to give his music a listen. As a person that writes my own tunes and also loves playing Michael's music... it's so great to have the opportunity to explore and expand on what Michael inspired in me, personally. I am also not very inspired by many other musicians the way I am Michael, but if they can even catch my attention for a moment or help others reach back to artists like Hedges, de Grassi, Billy McLaughlin, Michael Manring and others... thanks to them for making the effort and practicing their asses off for so many hours trying to touch the trail MH left us all. Michael Hedges played a LOT of music before Breakfast In The Field. He lived his crazy dream and it lives-on... but I'm pretty sure he wouldn't be down with disrespecting any other guitarists that were doing their best. That's not an approach that typically adds-up to such beauty and free expression. Then again... maybe he'd think my tunes were shit and laugh me off the stage. I wouldn't quit playing if he did. ;)
oh hell to the hell to the noooo I say to the naysayers Jeffrey...you are on it brother!!! McFee? Seriously? Wonderful stuff. I saw Michael Hedges in Reno...I learned about McKee from Toto. We are both from Kansas (McFee and others like yourself who love him) anyway You keep posting dude
thank you for making this video, ad sharing Michael Hedges' deep music with everyone. Watching it, I miss my true home so much, I am not from around here, I don't belong in this physical universe, I miss my home so much. "All will be well, and all will be well, and all manner of thing shall be well."
You know, I read your comment and realized that I had meant to say Jon Gomm, imho, as a potential Hedges contemporary. NOT because they sound alike, but because of the extremely unique and creative way they play (Gomm's use of the guitar as a percussive instrument is pretty amazing). But You are right....McKee doesn't remind me of Hedges in the slighest. Thanks for pointing this out to me.
Andy McKee has said on video and very publicly that he took up acoustic guitar in the style of Michael Hedges after hearing Michael hedges songs. He says openly that TH-cam gave him his fame and that Hedges is the inspiration and model for his style. McKee is the only one that I have heard who can faithfully reproduce the sound made by Hedges.What I haven't seen is anybody play with the fluidity that Hedges played with. You watch Hedges play and it looks like every chord is going to be a mistake and of course it's not. That ability to keep accuracy and precision in the presence of a very loose style of playing is what gave full resonating sound, to Hedges's guitar playing. McKee however does do justice to the music of Michael Hedges and because of TH-cam, the style of Michael Hedges guitar playing has been kept alive and promoted by McKee. There are others that will play his songs. That is a lot to ask of most guitar players. McKee is a talent in his own right and would be with or without the influence of Hedges. He is also one of the few who have been able to carry the music and style of Michael Hedges forward. See this video for McKee doing Areal Boundaries and his acknowledgement of Hedges influence to a mostly unknowing audience. th-cam.com/video/PkrEBUx2M5E/w-d-xo.html
I have indeed. Theres so much going on lately its seemed hard to take on any new music. Ive been re-discovering some old favs too. its funny how music changes through ones interest/life relative to time. Ive totally goten into michael manring tho. I listended to Tim Story thax for that i was always around piano as a kid and am just finding a strong interest in it. Time changes alot. But everyday i sit back go through my music and my heart beat gets up my body moves, goose bumps down my back. hah
i wear this song like i do my pair of loathers. really perfect video too, quite mesmerizing. This beautiful song makes me feel inquisitive as i often feel compelled by it to contemplate life and whats beyound when paired with this video. As a result i feel relaxed and at peace. Ty Sreal1119. I see all pics were off Google, does that include the pic at the beginning that i/we may assume is you?
Ugh...I have no idea why a few people think that Andy McKee sounds ANYTHING like Hedges, but I attribute it to the lack of a knowledgeable ear. Michael Hedges' music was subtle and nuanced, his mastery of his instrument beyond compare. Andy McKee is boring and ham-handed, and has none of the creative genius of a giant like Hedges.
His music with those images...MASTER STROKE.
God I love this song beautiful captures emotion !! Speaks in tones of solitude into the Escape of Imagination !
God I love this song !! So perfect in everyway !
Beyond exquisite...powerful and soul-penetrating. So thankful to be alive and inspired by him.
The genius Michael Hedges. No one else ever sounded quite like this...
Michael....Mr. Spiritual......Playing from above......In the presence of stars, comets and Thrones of the Great Eternal Father, Son and Spirit.....amid the starlights of The Highest Heaven
Something about this instrumental that just reaches the soul. Miss you Mac.
man this is a testament, michael was on the cutting edge when he was making this stuff
It's sad to see comments here lambasting other guitarists like McKee for stumbling on fame and making comparisons to Michael... this isn't a football game, folks. Michael inspired Andy, Andy shared his talents and creative output with the world and has inspired MANY people that would not have heard of Hedges to give his music a listen. As a person that writes my own tunes and also loves playing Michael's music... it's so great to have the opportunity to explore and expand on what Michael inspired in me, personally. I am also not very inspired by many other musicians the way I am Michael, but if they can even catch my attention for a moment or help others reach back to artists like Hedges, de Grassi, Billy McLaughlin, Michael Manring and others... thanks to them for making the effort and practicing their asses off for so many hours trying to touch the trail MH left us all. Michael Hedges played a LOT of music before Breakfast In The Field. He lived his crazy dream and it lives-on... but I'm pretty sure he wouldn't be down with disrespecting any other guitarists that were doing their best. That's not an approach that typically adds-up to such beauty and free expression. Then again... maybe he'd think my tunes were shit and laugh me off the stage. I wouldn't quit playing if he did. ;)
oh hell to the hell to the noooo I say to the naysayers Jeffrey...you are on it brother!!! McFee? Seriously? Wonderful stuff. I saw Michael Hedges in Reno...I learned about McKee from Toto. We are both from Kansas (McFee and others like yourself who love him) anyway You keep posting dude
Beautiful interpretation of Michael's ethereal senses.
Beautiful song and video - John
Thank you for sharing this gem that overwhelms my senses.
thank you for making this video, ad sharing Michael Hedges' deep music with everyone. Watching it, I miss my true home so much, I am not from around here, I don't belong in this physical universe, I miss my home so much.
"All will be well, and all will be well, and all manner of thing shall be well."
I miss home too 🔆🤞🏾🎆
@@zenmoneyhoney me too and miss micheals spirit
He left us a Treasure.
gorgeous visuals! and lush sounds
love his music thanks listen to it often.
Awesome video love Hedges so inspiring to hear !!
You know, I read your comment and realized that I had meant to say Jon Gomm, imho, as a potential Hedges contemporary. NOT because they sound alike, but because of the extremely unique and creative way they play (Gomm's use of the guitar as a percussive instrument is pretty amazing). But You are right....McKee doesn't remind me of Hedges in the slighest. Thanks for pointing this out to me.
Andy McKee has said on video and very publicly that he took up acoustic guitar in the style of Michael Hedges after hearing Michael hedges songs. He says openly that TH-cam gave him his fame and that Hedges is the inspiration and model for his style. McKee is the only one that I have heard who can faithfully reproduce the sound made by Hedges.What I haven't seen is anybody play with the fluidity that Hedges played with. You watch Hedges play and it looks like every chord is going to be a mistake and of course it's not. That ability to keep accuracy and precision in the presence of a very loose style of playing is what gave full resonating sound, to Hedges's guitar playing. McKee however does do justice to the music of Michael Hedges and because of TH-cam, the style of Michael Hedges guitar playing has been kept alive and promoted by McKee. There are others that will play his songs. That is a lot to ask of most guitar players. McKee is a talent in his own right and would be with or without the influence of Hedges. He is also one of the few who have been able to carry the music and style of Michael Hedges forward. See this video for McKee doing Areal Boundaries and his acknowledgement of Hedges influence to a mostly unknowing audience. th-cam.com/video/PkrEBUx2M5E/w-d-xo.html
@SomethingReal1119 Thanks alot for posting.
Michael Hedges♡Ursa Major (inspiration: Mendocino sky)🐻✨ Torched liner notes, 1999
this song fits perfectly with the pictures
congratulations for the nice job!
btw, this song is epic, isn't it, amazing!!!
I have indeed. Theres so much going on lately its seemed hard to take on any new music. Ive been re-discovering some old favs too. its funny how music changes through ones interest/life relative to time. Ive totally goten into michael manring tho. I listended to Tim Story thax for that i was always around piano as a kid and am just finding a strong interest in it. Time changes alot. But everyday i sit back go through my music and my heart beat gets up my body moves, goose bumps down my back. hah
beautiful vid and music is so crisp and clear :)
Something Real; spot on about Jon Gomm
i wear this song like i do my pair of loathers. really perfect video too, quite mesmerizing. This beautiful song makes me feel inquisitive as i often feel compelled by it to contemplate life and whats beyound when paired with this video. As a result i feel relaxed and at peace. Ty Sreal1119. I see all pics were off Google, does that include the pic at the beginning that i/we may assume is you?
a healer
@Jonlock00 Thanks! All pics were pulled off the internet while doing random google searches. Many of them came from Deviant Art dot com, I believe.
yup. very well articulated my friend.
Wow, does anyone know what the picture is called at 0:45? I want it on my wall. Great song by the way.
How can I be too busy to practice???
I share your pain
Ugh...I have no idea why a few people think that Andy McKee sounds ANYTHING like Hedges, but I attribute it to the lack of a knowledgeable ear. Michael Hedges' music was subtle and nuanced, his mastery of his instrument beyond compare. Andy McKee is boring and ham-handed, and has none of the creative genius of a giant like Hedges.