I'm a huge Mayer fan and while I first watched this performance I was totally expecting him to overshadow Keith. But I had no idea Keith was such a killer player himself. Those licks were amazing.
I have been waiting for this video to drop for years! Finally!! My favorite part of this live performance is that this was during the time when John Mayer was having issues with his voice. You can see John feel his voice going out at 5:07, looks to Keith, Keith fills in seamlessly. These two have the best chemistry on stage.
Agreed I've been waiting for Michael to cover this! Also how great is the part when Kieth's strap comes off and John helps him get it back on YET Kieth hops right back in like he never missed a beat!
I thought John sang when he didn't mean to and then handed it over to Kieth. Either way, I picked up on it also. The help with the guitar strap was so pro too.
I was at this show. I love John. He’s one of the greatest to ever do it. But holy hell, I was flat out not expecting Keith to be THAT good. Tone was in the pocket, vocals were solid. His solos transcended that night.
@@marcavus1 It is mostly because he sticks to the modern country style and that has a limited appeal to most of us. But when he slides over to the rock and blues side of the road _watch out!_ Glenn Campbell called Keith the best guitarist in the world before he died. And Glenn could play virtually any style of music and really knew his stuff! 🎸🎸🎸😎👌👀💖
@@marcavus1 Agree. I've been watching KU for many years. He's a major player. I think many don't know of his playing that much because he's a country music guy, but he can rock with the best of them.
When John starts singing and backs off, Keith picks it up and runs with it... that's so cool! Bandmates looking out for each other. If I remember correctly John had recently had throat surgery when this performance happened and was not at 100%. You can tell that he's limiting his range, trying not to strain.
I don’t think that is the way it went. Keith was supposed to sing that verse, but he was distracted. That’s why he is smiling because he knew he missed his cue. John covered for him. They were alternating verses.
@@jeffainsley6000 no, he had actually done surgery on it a less than a few months before and couldn’t hit his whole vocal range, this whole verse was johns, and thats why he looked at keith and he smiled at him after he sang it
Keith helping John with his vocals. John helping Keith with his guitar strap. Class acts for both of them. Watch them both on CMT Crossroads too. It’s equally incredible
Keith is a KILLER player. I love the major tonalities he outlines. Really this is where great country guitar shines imo, its some of the most tasteful use of pure major harmony. Also shoutout to Zane Carney, monster player and Johns rhythm guitarist during this era
Of course the bass player is killing it. It’s Sean Hurley, he’s the best kept secret in LA. Probably one of the smoothest session guys EVER. Yes I said ever.
I'm totally hearing John channeling the great Derek Trucks from his performance on Midnight in Harlem at about 17:20. It made me think of the now famous video of them together with BB King. I think John, as a student of music himself, was particularly moved by Derek's playing style and emotive note choices. I think it's a feel that a lot of us strive to emulate. Both John and Keith are amazing players and songwriters in their own right.
I've seen Keith twice live and this man can play guitar in any type of music situation with the best of them. He started out country but he is more rock and always has been. He could play guitar in any band and not break a sweat.
I always wished to hear this again now that John’s voice is back ,this was soon after his return from the vocal surgery still phenomenal tho these two playing are goated
This is the song that made me listen to John Mayer and made me like him. Made me give him a chance with Dead and Co. Just got back from LA for the tour opener. Had no idea Keith was legit as well. The little stuff John does at the end with the popping and sweet little rhythm groove. Love it.
Perfect song for the two of them because neither one let the other down. They both worked/performed so well together and had each other's back. I could watch this performance everyday and never tire of it ❤
Keith and John complement each other so incredibly well!! Keith playing very harmonic chordal tones and major stuff, while John just puts down the most badass minor blues (personally, hot take maybe, I think John's phrasing is the absolute best out of all blues players ever). Also I love how smooth John always switches between major and minor, always keeping it interesting! Keith is so underrated as a guitar player and I kinda just found that out so I guess I've got a whole lot of listening and learning to do!
Oh thank god you’re doing this video. I remember watching this live and it really turned me onto Mayer and made me respect Urban as an outstanding player!
Always loved this version since I found it years ago. Loved seeing you react to this, showing every lick and chord. Learn something new every video. Thank you man.
Awesome video and love the analysis. Such an incredible performance from John and Keith and they sync so well even though they come from two very different backgrounds of playing.
When I first come across the video of this show they did together I was totally blown away by both players!! Totally incredible playing and Tone from both of them. Instantly had a whole new respect for them (Not to mention Vocals as well)
Michael, thanks so much for reacting to this! I'm a huge fan, and your videos here and on Guitargate have helped me in innumerable ways through my guitar journey. Thank you so much for what you do
Michael Palmisano, you are the G.O.A.T. So fun to watch you break down what these great guitar players are doing with your passion and your knowledge. Not even other great guitar players can do what you do in a manner that makes it so enjoyable to watch.
Wonderful stuff Michael. I’ve watched the original video many times and this is a great supplement to help put words to what makes their respective solos so great. I’d been sleeping on Keith’s guitar talents. No longer.
October 2023...I keep coming back here. I know nothing about instruments and chords but I love the music and how you break it down. I love your channel, Michael. Have you done a video on the two of them doing Sweet Thing.
Paisley is much closer to the skill of Gill. I don’t even put Mayer on the level of Gill or paisley. Keith is definitely an above average guitarist and great performer though.
yes. Urban and Stapleton are good guitarists. Vince shows he is a master on a different level. I bet they were very honored to share the stage with him.
This is the second Keith and John and its equally as great as Til Summer COmes Around fom CMT Crossroads.......the groove is nasty.....the guitar runs are insanely perfect.....it is so great to see great guitar players play live when they just let loose and let things just fly......Keith's guitar work is totally as only Keith can do it.......Keith is such an amazing guitar player......and then John comes in and takes to to Mayer heights....I know this may be sacrilegious to say but the only way to listen to Mayer is live .....he is so much greater live than anything he has put out on record.....the guitar breakdown section is sexy as hell and the both just play off of each other so well.....would love to hear them do this on record and even tour together and just jam all night that would be remarkable
Keith maybe gets underrated on guitar because he’s mega famous as a country music star. I saw him play live in Australia years ago and he was killer with a choice of selected vintage guitars on stage Plus he had two other great players in his band as a bonus
First of all, your opening lick was very impressive. Second, thank you for reacting to this video, I've been obsessed with this performance. Let's see what you have to say
Keith Urban has really solid alt rock chops. He's parlayed it into country, but it's really about the alt rock ballad. He's got all that Maj7 sweetness, not just the minir-over-major barbecue sauce.
I was at this concert, it was claptons crossroads 2013 at MSG. I actually had very good seats, it was amazing to watch live and it was cool because I personally always loved playing this song and I didn't think a lot of popular artists were covering it and then I saw this live and they did a beautiful job
Michael please please can you do John Mayer slow dancing in a burning room in Brazil he has a light pink or orange shirt on trust me man you ain’t never seen John like this
Love you advice about spacing voicings and staying out of the other guitar players way. Also gotta be listening to the steel guitar and keys voicings and not cluttering things up.
Mike. You should break down. Led Zeppelin’s White Summer. Would love to here what u have to say about that one. It’s on the “How the West Was Won” DVD.
Yeah this was absolutely amazing but have you heard John Mayer and Keith urban - sweet thing? HOLY SHIT THAT PERFORMANCE IS AMAZING! PLS REACT TO THAT ONE! JOHN AND KEITH ARE A POWER DUO❤❤❤
Gotta disagree.. John's playing is great as always but predictable and nothing new. Seen him (and many others) do what he does here a million times. Keith is coming with a totally different approach, and almost every lick is unpredictable, refreshing, and inventive as hell.. Very cool to see this video. I can't imagine other players out there, who aren't fanboys, not thinking Keith clearly got the best of this exchange. I'd be willing to bet even John himself would tell you that. It seems so obvious; beyond Keith's playing, the entire intention of having him out there was to drop jaws.. Mission accomplished...
@@garethmurphy8235 yeah that is fair to say. I think Keith shines because he has John to bounce off. John is this good on his own, Keith is only really this good with John (from what I’ve seen) John does tend to elevate those around him though. But it’s not a competition anyway, they are both incredible and play so well together. Have you seen their Crossroads show?
@Ryan Lewis that is a great observation and one I hadn't really considered.... Although I am not a huge fan of either guy (more of a Jerry guy..I'm old and saw the big man live many times) I have to say that I have never been blown away with Keith's playing like I was here... Good point.. and No..I haven't seen the Crossroads show but you better believe I will now...
I'd love to see you do a reaction of Keith and John playing Till Summer Comes Around. I personally feel that is a much better performance than this amazing performance, they both just take it to totally another level.
Keith is underrated. Deserves more recognition as a player for sure
Crazy how little respect he gets. The man can play.
I'm a huge Mayer fan and while I first watched this performance I was totally expecting him to overshadow Keith. But I had no idea Keith was such a killer player himself. Those licks were amazing.
Total bad ass. As good as they come.
Oh yeah, Keith is one of the country greats at guitar. What's cool is how different both their styles are, yet how well they mesh.
Nice to see someone finally mention just how crazy good Keith Urban is on guitar. He's a bad Mo-Fo
I have been waiting for this video to drop for years! Finally!!
My favorite part of this live performance is that this was during the time when John Mayer was having issues with his voice. You can see John feel his voice going out at 5:07, looks to Keith, Keith fills in seamlessly. These two have the best chemistry on stage.
Man I missed that!! Now I see it. great catch. total pros
Agreed I've been waiting for Michael to cover this! Also how great is the part when Kieth's strap comes off and John helps him get it back on YET Kieth hops right back in like he never missed a beat!
I thought John sang when he didn't mean to and then handed it over to Kieth. Either way, I picked up on it also. The help with the guitar strap was so pro too.
I was at this show. I love John. He’s one of the greatest to ever do it. But holy hell, I was flat out not expecting Keith to be THAT good. Tone was in the pocket, vocals were solid. His solos transcended that night.
I can't believe so many did not know how great Kieth Urban is. Based on these comments he might be the most underrated player in popular music.
@@marcavus1 It is mostly because he sticks to the modern country style and that has a limited appeal to most of us. But when he slides over to the rock and blues side of the road _watch out!_ Glenn Campbell called Keith the best guitarist in the world before he died. And Glenn could play virtually any style of music and really knew his stuff! 🎸🎸🎸😎👌👀💖
@@marcavus1 Agree. I've been watching KU for many years. He's a major player. I think many don't know of his playing that much because he's a country music guy, but he can rock with the best of them.
Man I knew I loved Keith in this performance, but also having you geeking out over his playing was really cool to see. Hugely underrated player
When John starts singing and backs off, Keith picks it up and runs with it... that's so cool! Bandmates looking out for each other. If I remember correctly John had recently had throat surgery when this performance happened and was not at 100%. You can tell that he's limiting his range, trying not to strain.
And Micheal missed that moment haha
I actually hit the comments to see if this was addressed. Didn’t know he was fresh from surgery. Urban seemed to kinda laugh about it.
I don’t think that is the way it went. Keith was supposed to sing that verse, but he was distracted. That’s why he is smiling because he knew he missed his cue. John covered for him. They were alternating verses.
idt john can hit that note even when he's healthy
@@jeffainsley6000 no, he had actually done surgery on it a less than a few months before and couldn’t hit his whole vocal range, this whole verse was johns, and thats why he looked at keith and he smiled at him after he sang it
Keith helping John with his vocals. John helping Keith with his guitar strap. Class acts for both of them. Watch them both on CMT Crossroads too. It’s equally incredible
And on a song called Don’t Let Me Down too.
Thanks for the tip. Onto it. Also check out Keith’s Bee Gees tribute.
one of my favourite Mayer live performances I have seen on youtube, I watch it over and over again all the time, so glad you did this
Keith is a KILLER player. I love the major tonalities he outlines. Really this is where great country guitar shines imo, its some of the most tasteful use of pure major harmony.
Also shoutout to Zane Carney, monster player and Johns rhythm guitarist during this era
I clicked on this video expecting great guitar playing, but little did I know I'd also get a masterclass. 👏
Of course the bass player is killing it. It’s Sean Hurley, he’s the best kept secret in LA. Probably one of the smoothest session guys EVER. Yes I said ever.
I'm totally hearing John channeling the great Derek Trucks from his performance on Midnight in Harlem at about 17:20. It made me think of the now famous video of them together with BB King. I think John, as a student of music himself, was particularly moved by Derek's playing style and emotive note choices. I think it's a feel that a lot of us strive to emulate. Both John and Keith are amazing players and songwriters in their own right.
Bit Jeff Becky too
The greatest song John (Lennon) ever wrote in my opinion ❤
Keith is amazing. ❤
Sir, you just earned yourself a new subscriber. This is a great takeaway.
I've seen Keith twice live and this man can play guitar in any type of music situation with the best of them. He started out country but he is more rock and always has been. He could play guitar in any band and not break a sweat.
I remember when I first saw this and I just had a HUGE smile! This was just awesome and those two together is magic!
Keith urban's solo is fantastic!!
When do you ever see guitar duets these days? This was so cool! Loved it when they slowed the pace down and started playing to one another.
I always wished to hear this again now that John’s voice is back ,this was soon after his return from the vocal surgery still phenomenal tho these two playing are goated
This is the song that made me listen to John Mayer and made me like him. Made me give him a chance with Dead and Co. Just got back from LA for the tour opener. Had no idea Keith was legit as well. The little stuff John does at the end with the popping and sweet little rhythm groove. Love it.
Instant like! Beautiful song, beautiful rendition, always feel honored to check out your analysis!
Perfect song for the two of them because neither one let the other down. They both worked/performed so well together and had each other's back. I could watch this performance everyday and never tire of it ❤
Very informative breakdown. I learnt so much. Please breakdown Keith’s tribute the Bee Gees.
The backup singers are some of the best I’ve ever heard!
Great collaboration! More talent in their pinkies than I have in all my limbs combined.
Keith and John complement each other so incredibly well!! Keith playing very harmonic chordal tones and major stuff, while John just puts down the most badass minor blues (personally, hot take maybe, I think John's phrasing is the absolute best out of all blues players ever). Also I love how smooth John always switches between major and minor, always keeping it interesting! Keith is so underrated as a guitar player and I kinda just found that out so I guess I've got a whole lot of listening and learning to do!
FINALLY! been asking for this
Ya I knew when I saw the title this was going to be a good song. Both guys are phenomenal musicians.
This is such a great live performance! A great song done right. Thanks for doing this one - been waiting to see this video pop up here!
Yooo I can’t believe you’re reacting to this. I’ve watched that cover an unhealthy amount of times
CANNOT WAIT for the hybrid picking course Michael!!!!!!! Another educational video! Thank You!
Oh thank god you’re doing this video. I remember watching this live and it really turned me onto Mayer and made me respect Urban as an outstanding player!
Michael, shout out to the Fab Four. And to you. Loved this. 🤝
Awesome choice! I have watched this many many times.
Wow...this was a pleasant surprise. Glad you recommended this!
Always loved this version since I found it years ago. Loved seeing you react to this, showing every lick and chord. Learn something new every video. Thank you man.
Wow I have been waiting for this for a longgg time 🙏
Keith has an amazing voice also.
Awesome video and love the analysis. Such an incredible performance from John and Keith and they sync so well even though they come from two very different backgrounds of playing.
Thanks for this. I watch this performance all the time
When I first come across the video of this show they did together I was totally blown away by both players!! Totally incredible playing and Tone from both of them. Instantly had a whole new respect for them (Not to mention Vocals as well)
One of my all time favorites
Michael, thanks so much for reacting to this! I'm a huge fan, and your videos here and on Guitargate have helped me in innumerable ways through my guitar journey. Thank you so much for what you do
Michael Palmisano, you are the G.O.A.T. So fun to watch you break down what these great guitar players are doing with your passion and your knowledge. Not even other great guitar players can do what you do in a manner that makes it so enjoyable to watch.
Thanks my friend!!!
Wonderful stuff Michael. I’ve watched the original video many times and this is a great supplement to help put words to what makes their respective solos so great. I’d been sleeping on Keith’s guitar talents. No longer.
Michael I love your videos man. My guitar playing has come lightyears since I started watching. Much Love from Indiana brother.
those 15 seconds starting at 7:30 sent me on a journey, Michael
My 4 year old and 2 year old daughters like to watch this version of Let Me Down, along with the Beatles version. Thanks for breaking it down!
I got the Crossroads video, and this performance was the best i saw in it! Glad you unpacked some of it. Awe.
October 2023...I keep coming back here. I know nothing about instruments and chords but I love the music and how you break it down. I love your channel, Michael. Have you done a video on the two of them doing Sweet Thing.
You should mention the bass guy also, he is also so sweet
My two favorite living musicians playing together 🥹!!
Keith reminds of the this generation's Vince Gill. People forget that Vince was such a monster player due his voice... but holy smokes!!!
Well said
Paisley is much closer to the skill of Gill. I don’t even put Mayer on the level of Gill or paisley. Keith is definitely an above average guitarist and great performer though.
Have you seen the clip of Vince Gill, Keith Urban and Chris Stapleton trading guitar solos? If you haven't, do yourself a favour and check it out.
yes. Urban and Stapleton are good guitarists. Vince shows he is a master on a different level. I bet they were very honored to share the stage with him.
This is the second Keith and John and its equally as great as Til Summer COmes Around fom CMT Crossroads.......the groove is nasty.....the guitar runs are insanely perfect.....it is so great to see great guitar players play live when they just let loose and let things just fly......Keith's guitar work is totally as only Keith can do it.......Keith is such an amazing guitar player......and then John comes in and takes to to Mayer heights....I know this may be sacrilegious to say but the only way to listen to Mayer is live .....he is so much greater live than anything he has put out on record.....the guitar breakdown section is sexy as hell and the both just play off of each other so well.....would love to hear them do this on record and even tour together and just jam all night that would be remarkable
This one is so amazing I assumed you had already done it!
Keith maybe gets underrated on guitar because he’s mega famous as a country music star. I saw him play live in Australia years ago and he was killer with a choice of selected vintage guitars on stage Plus he had two other great players in his band as a bonus
Great breakdown!
That first lick is straight 🔥
Finally thanks!!!!
John Mayer- Covered in Rain. Performed during his Any Given Thursday concert in Birmingham.
Just a well waiting to be mined.
I've waited for this ever since the other JM and KU video.
I was at this show. Amazing.
I was there for both nights. John was rumored to have a vocal injury and may not make an appearance at all. But here we are
Keith stared his career as a session player. I have the bluray of this, its great.
Btw that’s Molly Miller in John Mayers band
First of all, your opening lick was very impressive. Second, thank you for reacting to this video, I've been obsessed with this performance. Let's see what you have to say
Keith was like get my strap I’m about to end this crowds whole career
Oh my god finally!!!!!!!!
look into Thin Lizzy's "Still In Love With You" and Gary Mores solo
Alot great thingss in here.
This is a classic, surprised it took you so long to react to it.
Great analysis as usual! Keith had always had this crazy approach and it works. Almost Santana vibes in some places...
I think it’s cool seeing their different showman personalities
That intro riff in this video should win a Grammy.
Keith is an animal!!! Seeing him live is just 😳🤤🤤🤤
they are both underrated guitarists
Not many people put John in his place, but Keith really killed it.
Riviera Paradise - Live Austin Tx SRV!!!!
Keith Urban is a beast! Tele's ftw!
Keith Urban has really solid alt rock chops. He's parlayed it into country, but it's really about the alt rock ballad. He's got all that Maj7 sweetness, not just the minir-over-major barbecue sauce.
That opening riff Mike Palmisano did was slick.
Unknown mortal orchestra! Would be a good reaction video, please
10:00 beautiful tones
The back up singers…awesome stuff.
I was at this concert, it was claptons crossroads 2013 at MSG. I actually had very good seats, it was amazing to watch live and it was cool because I personally always loved playing this song and I didn't think a lot of popular artists were covering it and then I saw this live and they did a beautiful job
Calum Graham- Phoenix Rising. a really good guitar piece. if you are feeling it. no vocals but it takes you on a journey.
Michael please please can you do John Mayer slow dancing in a burning room in Brazil he has a light pink or orange shirt on trust me man you ain’t never seen John like this
Love you advice about spacing voicings and staying out of the other guitar players way. Also gotta be listening to the steel guitar and keys voicings and not cluttering things up.
Finally!!!!
Mike. You should break down. Led Zeppelin’s White Summer. Would love to here what u have to say about that one. It’s on the “How the West Was Won” DVD.
Yeah this was absolutely amazing but have you heard John Mayer and Keith urban - sweet thing? HOLY SHIT THAT PERFORMANCE IS AMAZING! PLS REACT TO THAT ONE! JOHN AND KEITH ARE A POWER DUO❤❤❤
I seriously thought you already did this
Great video, Michael. Thank you!
'Stupid boy' solo live will melt most faces...
I would love to see you break down the new Yes lineup’s newish song, “Cut From the Stars”
@4:33 I’ve seen w/ always a Bmin7 r min for that chord n tabs etc
John was still the highlight. His tone is insane
Gotta disagree.. John's playing is great as always but predictable and nothing new. Seen him (and many others) do what he does here a million times. Keith is coming with a totally different approach, and almost every lick is unpredictable, refreshing, and inventive as hell.. Very cool to see this video. I can't imagine other players out there, who aren't fanboys, not thinking Keith clearly got the best of this exchange. I'd be willing to bet even John himself would tell you that. It seems so obvious; beyond Keith's playing, the entire intention of having him out there was to drop jaws.. Mission accomplished...
@@garethmurphy8235 yeah that is fair to say. I think Keith shines because he has John to bounce off. John is this good on his own, Keith is only really this good with John (from what I’ve seen)
John does tend to elevate those around him though. But it’s not a competition anyway, they are both incredible and play so well together.
Have you seen their Crossroads show?
@Ryan Lewis that is a great observation and one I hadn't really considered.... Although I am not a huge fan of either guy (more of a Jerry guy..I'm old and saw the big man live many times) I have to say that I have never been blown away with Keith's playing like I was here... Good point.. and No..I haven't seen the Crossroads show but you better believe I will now...
I'd love to see you do a reaction of Keith and John playing Till Summer Comes Around. I personally feel that is a much better performance than this amazing performance, they both just take it to totally another level.
He's already done it !
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He has done this one I believe