British guitarist analyses the Clapton, Trucks, Winwood, Bramhall dynamic DREAMTEAM!

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  • What a line up! Tonight I'm taking a lot at some top musicians joining forces for the good of the composition!
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  • @maryj.3876
    @maryj.3876 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I've said it before: There's so much heavy talent in this video that it's a wonder the stage didn't collapse. And the song is as gorgeous and moving now as it was like 50 yrs ago.

  • @pauladupree8679
    @pauladupree8679 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Still love this song after listening to it for 50 years

  • @twofarg0ne763
    @twofarg0ne763 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Great artists don't step on each other - they become one. Winwood and Clapton played on the original version of the song when they were both with Blind Faith. The little smiles they give each other tell the story.

  • @Head318Hunter
    @Head318Hunter 6 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Winwoods voice is so unique and just amazing.

  • @georgethuesen2139
    @georgethuesen2139 6 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    Fil, having worked in the music industry ,I find your analysis always direct and informative without being overly technical. I really appreciate what you do.I would recommend this to any would be musician to understand some fundamentals of their craft.

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks George!

    • @tropaes
      @tropaes 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Absolutely. That's a spot on couple of comments. I know very few musicians - guitar players anyway - who can be such articulate explicators and outstanding players at the same time.

    • @cantstopsinging
      @cantstopsinging 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@tropaes So true and Fil has an old classic music's soul.. He can teach the younger and older generation so much.

    • @theswordoftruth-dn9yc
      @theswordoftruth-dn9yc 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      So right on George! And this song instantly takes me back to being 14-15 yrs. old and just falling in live with Stevie's voice, Clapton's leads, and "Traffic"! So blessed we were to grow up with this kind if musical richness! Thanks Fil! Any time you want, to cover these guys careers... so fundamental to rock... these guys are truly at the heart of it's progression! 👉😎🆒Way COOL👉😜😎🆒🙋💖🥴

    • @brachiator1
      @brachiator1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@wingsofpegasus I have just recently come across this reaction. I am not a musician, but have always loved this song. The discussion is great and gave me new insights on performance. Great stuff.

  • @briandillon8041
    @briandillon8041 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    My favorite song from Blind Faith only album. Remember it from childhood. Play drums on it every band I was ever in. Steve Winwood is underrated as the guitarist only because he so excellent on vocals and keyboards. The section where Eric was staring at Steve’s left hand so he could match what he was playing in a supportive way brought tears to my eyes.. thanks Phil another great choice

  • @strooomon
    @strooomon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Steve Winwood, one of the geniuses of my generation, well, yah, ignoring Higher Love. Never hear his name mentioned with greats from the 60s and 70s but he sure as shit belongs. This is a killer song. These players make it even better. This performance had more feeling than the Blind Faith original. A beautiful performance. Thanks for sharing.

    • @alanriley9621
      @alanriley9621 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alan, are you the same person that used to hang out at the Hyatt bar in Cambridge, Massachusetts??

  • @zoothornrollo9960
    @zoothornrollo9960 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm old enough to remember buying the Blind Faith LP in 1969. Now 53 years on there's still something about Clapton and Winwood together that gives me uncontrollable goose-bumps. It's a match made in heaven to my ears.

  • @chadwhitfield6946
    @chadwhitfield6946 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I think too many ppl forget how talented a guitar player Winwood is. He was considered somewhat of a prodigy in his youth.

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep!

    • @perseapolaris9015
      @perseapolaris9015 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Fil...!🎉 I loved thinkng about you today. Your Birthday...🍰 And now..this concert .Clapton ,Winwood.! And to distract me ,your beauty.. m'y Heart is racing ,..idéal man..! M'y kisses for this happy Birthday ,dear Fil..💌

  • @judyjudy51
    @judyjudy51 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    One of my all time favourites is this version of this beautiful song

  • @gdfggggg
    @gdfggggg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    There’s a great acoustic version of Winwood singing this near a fireplace.

  • @gerardgiudice8303
    @gerardgiudice8303 6 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    DOESN'T GET MUCH BETTER THAN THIS

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      👍

    • @davidmartin7081
      @davidmartin7081 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great comments like usual Fil! I LOVE your comment saying, There's 4 guitarists playing, this could turn into a real mess. HA. Yeah It sure could but it didn't ,..
      become a runaway train and derail, it was GREAT because of what Fil said, : These guys care about the music!! Hey Fil, how about looking on that same concert for my theme song & run it? Had To Cry Today. Great job Fil!! Great choice! !

  • @marksc1929
    @marksc1929 6 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    ...I've talked with Derek Trucks ....one of the most humble , engaging ....jst the nicest guy you'll ever meet ....he's definitely here for the long haul.....ps nice job Wings "

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cool!

    • @notadoc2130
      @notadoc2130 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was at one of the legendary Beacon ABB concerts their last year there in 2014. Pre-purchased CDs of concert. Was near the end of line after concert when they RAN OUT of CDs -- 4 or 5 of us waiting. They said it would take another half hour or so and apologized. The few of us there waiting were visiting about how GREAT the concert was when one burst out, "Derek Trucks!" From behind me he walked up and shook all our hands personally apologizing for our wait and thanking us for coming out. Oh, and his hand's grip was SO STRONG. Called back home and told my wife I was never washing that hand ever again! ;) So, INDEED, "Derek Trucks ....one of the most humble, engaging ....jst the nicest guy you'll ever meet ....".

  • @foggy4180
    @foggy4180 6 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Nice to hear you talking about the music and this time no dazzling guitar wizardry. So important to have a good song before you can play great solo's.
    For me Steve is one of the greatest songwriters of British rockmusic. As soon he joined the Spencer Davis group at the age of 15 they had 3 masssive hits and instead of going for more succes he started Traffic to find new directions. Mith Mitchell said in an interview; "we as Jimi's band would have played with Steve anytime and anywhere". That says it all I think. He played besides the hammond also sologuitar at livegigs with Traffic in the early seventies.

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      👍

    • @aholdera
      @aholdera 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, agreed. Great comment. Addressing musicality, and song etiquette, is crucial if you want to 'kill it' playing live.

    • @pbracey1
      @pbracey1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Speaking of Hendrix, Winwood played organ for 'Voodoo Chile' on the 'Electric Ladyland' album in '68, and sang the backing vocals for 'Ezy Ryder' on the 'Cry of Love' album in '71.

    • @mbolduc
      @mbolduc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      As a guy who started learning solos before anything else, I can't say I disagree with this at all. Harder to work back to the basics than the other way around lol

    • @kentbrummett1040
      @kentbrummett1040 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think it IS dazzling guitar wizardry to play softly with such a feel for the music and such finesse ! I know what you mean in your comment , but this talent level is more rare and harder to find than it is to find someone who can rip out a bunch of notes.

  • @JoeBlow_4
    @JoeBlow_4 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    When you said Clapton only plays fast when the track needs it, I was reminded his moniker "Slowhand" is for a reason. Sweet analysis, btw. You're right, it never sounds muddy. It breathes all the way through.

  • @dwaynewladyka577
    @dwaynewladyka577 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I have this on DVD. It is for a great cause. Eric Clapton's rehab center in Antigua. A stellar lineup of musicians. I saw Eric Clapton once live, I saw Derek Trucks twice live, with the TTB and I saw Steve Winwood twice live, when he was opening up for Tom Petty. Great version of the Blind Faith tune, that Steve Winwood wrote. Many think of Steve Winwood as a keyboard player. He is a great guitarist and plays many other instruments. He is a great singer too, and also a great producer. Arc Of A Diver had Steve Winwood write all the songs, play all the instruments and he produced the album.That's how great Steve Winwood is. Thanks for this analysis. Cheers Fil!

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      👍

    • @MrToddKa
      @MrToddKa 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @marlboroheavy Which came first, the Winwood or the Prince?

  • @kurtiswichmann4699
    @kurtiswichmann4699 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Steve sounds exactly as he did when he was 15 years. What a great singer. I was a huge Traffic fan. Saw them a couple times. I'd wanted so much to see Blind Faith, but the stars weren't with me. You notice nobody's stepping on anyone else. Everyone is on the same page. Making beautiful music. Thanks Fil. I've got all three bands including Spencer Davis loaded into the breech for tomorrow.

  • @pbracey1
    @pbracey1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Excellent commentary Fil! Steve Winwood is an incredible musician. I've been a fan since '66. The sound of that Hammond B-3 played through a Leslie on 'Gimme Some Lovin' was incredible. It's too bad that the Leslie isn't used as much as in the past. I suppose the Uni-Vibe phase shifter had a lot to do with that. Winwood was heavily influenced by the great Ray Charles.

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks!

    • @joleneloveland2942
      @joleneloveland2942 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes and a B-3 with a Leslie is an incredible pain in the ass to haul around on tour! Poor roadies! A Hammond B-3 weighs 425 pounds and the Leslie weighs 140 pounds.

    • @garysarratt1
      @garysarratt1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Peter My favorite was Gregg Allman, though I’m also a big fan of Winwood.

  • @kurtisle
    @kurtisle 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    We may not neccessary think of Steve Winwood as a guitarist...but he's got chops man. He started as the creative genius of the Spencer Davis Group...at 16 years old.
    And Derek...well, he had to replace Duane Allman as a 16 year old kid....nuff said.
    Both those guys had to fill some pretty big shoes.

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      👍

    • @joe22589
      @joe22589 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      When Duane died, Derek wasn't even born. So the term "replace" is definetely wrong.

    • @Bear78420
      @Bear78420 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      He started with ABB when he was 11, btw

    • @kurtisle
      @kurtisle 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Bear78420 According to Steve Winwood he burst into prominence in 1963 at the age of 15 with the Spencer Davis Group. The band enjoyed a string of chart-topping hits by way of such enduring classics as “Gimme Some Lovin'”, “I'm A Man”, and “Keep On Running”.

    • @lorrimiller7010
      @lorrimiller7010 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Clapton called 16 year old Neil Schon to replace Duane. But Carlos Santana had already called Neil 3 weeks earlier.

  • @mydailybread7
    @mydailybread7 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I started watching your videos beginning with Glen Campbell (rip) and haven't stopped. You have an amazing gift to analyze artists that are gifted. I have a love of music from the sixties. Now because of you, I appreciate why these artists are so talented. It doesn't hurt that you are also really attractive! Ann

  • @taragreenetarotastro
    @taragreenetarotastro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love Stevie Winwood since he was a 15-year-old Kid singing Give Me Some Lovin' in Spencer Davis group when it first came out. Then Traffic, Blind Faith, and have always loved this song.

  • @robertlawrence492
    @robertlawrence492 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The tone of Steve's guitar on this video is superb. It's great to have these three guitarists weaving their sounds together. I have this concert on DVD, and I can't tell you how many times I've played this song over and over and over. Its beautiful.

  • @Bunter.948
    @Bunter.948 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    In my late seventies now and using the time to understand music. This is one of my most favourite tracks, but I also love Yvonne Elliman's version and Steve's acoustic version. I'm learning it on the piano and it brings such fulfilment. Thanks. Simon T

  • @ronaldbrown8792
    @ronaldbrown8792 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It is so great to watch musicians working together and communicating with a smile or nod or head movement or glance.

  • @martymcmannis9121
    @martymcmannis9121 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks FIL
    Your honesty says what it is. Nothing more, nothing less. I appreciate that

  • @mattbennett2260
    @mattbennett2260 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My four favorite living guitarists playing a classic song together...heaven on Earth.

  • @judycook4314
    @judycook4314 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A favorite performance!! Thanks for reviewing.

  • @stevetrivago
    @stevetrivago 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    One of my all time favorites

  • @drmoore4011
    @drmoore4011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The unknown of music, combine a classic song, major gifted talent, great live mix and that total element, when the sound takes on a life of its own. On the video you see it at the end, when Winwood gives each side that look. They all knew, smiles, and no words needed.

  • @me2nmineme243
    @me2nmineme243 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Soo well done. You do the tech & yet somehow, you throw in the dynamic of the artist(s). We don't just get the instruction but also the thrill of great music which you always describe & incorporate. Love that song & a version I love. ^5.

  • @mkivy
    @mkivy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! What a festival I missed.just think of all the music that has been written since I was born in 1954...the year rock was born...and I will die with rock in my heart! Thanks Fil, for giving this old rocker a kick ...my generations at its best!

  • @robmorrison1043
    @robmorrison1043 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Spot on review of a phenomenal performance, by master players and musicians.

  • @tm1830
    @tm1830 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve watched this video so many times, and it never gets old! ❤️ Love, Love, Love all of these musicians!

  • @margelacosse6502
    @margelacosse6502 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I saw Winwood and Clapton with Blindfaith and the sound of Windwoods' voice I will never forget coming over the loud speakers and everytime I hear him now. I am so lucky to be living at a time when it was popular not that its not popular now. Music that makes you float in sound Also saw John Mayall

  • @visnamacpherson5109
    @visnamacpherson5109 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is my favorite version of this song. So much talent in one place. Absolute perfection!

  • @uniqueone2731
    @uniqueone2731 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Fil. I know the channel has gotten really big. And with you playing and running the channel you are really busy so I want to say thank you for your time. ROCK BROTHER

  • @int53185
    @int53185 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fil, you have picked one of my favorite videos from YT. The talent on this is astounding!

  • @stella3265
    @stella3265 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ‘Fil, I love when you Analyze the top players. You do it with no ego. You understand the ever so important nuances. For the most part you have good taste. It’s easier said than done. I enjoy your show. Very informative, I’ve been playing for a long time and I must say that you give me hope in the younger generation. Peace my beautiful brother.

  • @jamieferentinos3164
    @jamieferentinos3164 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    THIS IS MY FAVORITE RECORDING OF THIS TUNE !

  • @SKB1955
    @SKB1955 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    “Smooth and easy “. That it is. It is pure joy to listen to and watch!
    I surely appreciate all the points you discussed while analyzing this incredible performance ! ( neck/bridge pick up sounds ,vibrato etc)
    Thanks once again 🎸🔥🎸

  • @greenworm7915
    @greenworm7915 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just found you and I am absolutely LOVING your reviews! Love that you cover all genres of music's greatest guitarists! 👍👍👍

  • @nuttall47
    @nuttall47 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There are some videos on TH-cam you keep coming back to, laid back but always interesting. The interchanges are great.

  • @avalondreaming1433
    @avalondreaming1433 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    My favorite Winwood song! I saw him open for Tom Petty several years ago and he did this version of Can't Find My Way home. It's great, but the original is so sad and haunting.

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cool!

    • @bobwowk8440
      @bobwowk8440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too. I saw Steve Winwood open for Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. I saw him back in the late 1980’s in a high school auditorium outside of Cleveland. That concert was supposed to take place downtown Cleveland but the weather was so horrific with snow and blowing and ice that it was moved to a smaller venue. Can you imagine sitting 10 feet away from Steve Winwood playing low Spark of high heeled boys? That was one of my favorite concerts ever. Phenomenal.

    • @avalondreaming1433
      @avalondreaming1433 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bobwowk8440 I think I saw him on that same late 80's tour. I remember it as one of the best shows i've ever seen.

  • @jeffreyl.7210
    @jeffreyl.7210 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I had the pleasure of seeing Steve Winwood live back in the late 80's early 90,s ? In Seattle Washington. Great show. He played songs from Blind faith, traffic, Spencer Davis and from his most recent records: Back in the High Life: such a great musician ,singer and songwriter 👍😎

  • @timmotel5804
    @timmotel5804 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful, Wonderful, absolutely the Best. So cool that you picked this awesome video to describe and analyse. Thanks. I grew up with this music

  • @AHA-ui2ep
    @AHA-ui2ep 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this gives me the chills every time

  • @shawnpwatsons1
    @shawnpwatsons1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I so enjoy your videos. They are so rich. You help me appreciate music and musicians so much. I'm going to play music in my next life.

  • @mariorabottini5687
    @mariorabottini5687 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You can hear the seasoned brilliance from these guys playing!!! Amazing how if you close your eye you can hear Clapton as he just lifts the song , sensational lead lines! How good is Steve Winwood!!! Total enjoyed this!!! 🤘🤘🤘

  • @rickypierce8577
    @rickypierce8577 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Yes the outlaws Huey Thomasson and the boys either Freeborn Man or Green Grass. And High Tides or Hurry Sundown check em out .

    • @TheHumbuckerboy
      @TheHumbuckerboy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Way back in the mid 80s I bought the 'Hurry Sundown' album on vinyl after hearing a rumour that The Outlaws were a great guitar band and I wasn't disappointed !

    • @pbracey1
      @pbracey1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The 'Florida Guitar Army'...Hughie Thomasson, Henry Paul, Billy Jones. Thomasson is a member of the Fender Hall of Fame.

    • @rickypierce8577
      @rickypierce8577 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pbracey1 absolutely right rock on

    • @arthurrendbeau6782
      @arthurrendbeau6782 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      And Freddie Salem on Bring it back alive .

  • @joleneloveland2942
    @joleneloveland2942 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Right on Fil! One of the first things I learned about music is if you want to be a great musician you not only shine on a lead but you also shine as an accompanist. Which means you are not adding less to the music but you are adding more by supporting whomever is on lead with the "right" notes at the right time etc. and therefore never stepping on or into the lead's territory. Rather you are enabling him to also shine by adding just the right touch of "flavor" to not only what the lead is playing, but to the song itself. Also very super important, and I'm in complete agreement with you, is playing for the sake of the music itself only! This is the difference between a musician and an outstanding musician!! I've seen enough over the years to notice that musicians (and bands) that play for any other reasons (imho) do not stand out as a wonderful or innovative musicians, and as for bands, they do not stay together very long. Conflicts always arise within the band.

  • @mbolduc
    @mbolduc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    God, what a powerful song. Beautifully played. Thanks Fil! You're the greatest thing on YT

  • @anitaadams2422
    @anitaadams2422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Phil, your analysis is spot on. Thanks so much.

  • @danielhamilton5094
    @danielhamilton5094 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Feels so good, drummer and bass player are like honey

  • @pamelafradette6520
    @pamelafradette6520 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Agreed, Phil! Great teaching. These guys are some of the best!

  • @mearkitek3773
    @mearkitek3773 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fil, I can go back in time and catch your great reviews of the guitar giants...THANKS!

    • @lynndow3185
      @lynndow3185 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too! I'm all transported in more ways than one. This is such a favorite video, what a joy to find that Fil analyzed it!

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No problem!

  • @jamesparker9043
    @jamesparker9043 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ok, I have to analyze Phil at this point. I just started watching his analysis videos about 3 weeks ago, and I gotta say something here.
    Phil, your analysis of this particular performance is a shining representative example of all your analysis of so many musical performances across a multitude of genres.
    You don’t miss a beat. You know exactly where, why, when and how to drill down into each performance no matter the performance. Your knowledge, breadth and depth, of music is downright staggering. Your interest, love and respect for this art form we call music is written all over each analysis video you make.
    I find your analysis to be thoroughly unannoying (it’s a new word) which I cannot assign to any others that attempt to analyze various musical performances.
    You have this way of capturing the mood....the attitude...the setting of the performance, the time period at which the original track was recorded. Your analysis are often backed with an historical knowledge as pertaining to the music your analyzing. You have depth. A rarity these days amongst today’s musicians imo. You truly appreciate well crafted music, outlays of legitimate talent, music backed by meaning, skill and melody instead of gimmickry, ego, one-upmanship, and fads. You are a natural throwback to a time where absolutely phenomenal musical talent was ubiquitous, unlike today.
    You sir must also, by default, be one hell of a guitar teacher. I only hope your students fully value everything you are teaching them. The world needs far better musicians. Musicians that eschew the one-dimensional approach to musical creativity. Music, actually ART, was never meant to be one-dimensional. Any fool kind draw a line. You grasp the value of the presence of soul and artistry in a musical performance far better than most, You naturally pick up on how a song is nuanced, however subtle it is and yes even if it’s the exact opposite of subtle.
    God Bless your efforts and pursuits regarding music Phil.
    Respectfully
    Great Job Phil !

  • @johnderekmitchell1510
    @johnderekmitchell1510 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I LOVE this performance! So smooth.

  • @rullmourn1142
    @rullmourn1142 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful, this song holds a special significance to me, in my life events.

  • @paulpenczner8291
    @paulpenczner8291 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The supergroup Blind Faith (Eric Clapton, formerly from Cream, as guitarist: Steve Winwood, formerly from Traffic, as organist and singer; Ginger Baker, formerly from Cream, as drummer; and an excellent bassist/violinist) had a short U.S. tour (14 concerts or so) in July and August of 1969, and my then-17-year-old brother and my then-almost-14-year-old self were fortunate to win tickets to see Blind Faith from a radio contest held by the FM-100 rock radio station in our hometown of Memphis - the tickets were to the tour stop which was geographically "closest" to Memphis, which was the Sunday August 3, 1969 concert at Kiel Auditorium, in St. Louis. My brother and I flew up from Memphis on Delta Airlines, saw a (then-brand-new, premiering) film "2001: A Space Odyssey" in the afternoon, saw the wonderful Blind Faith concert at Kiel, that evening; however, it had some unexpectedly lengthy encores; this caused us to miss our late-night ticketed Delta return flight to Memphis. We tried to hitch-hike (as was mostly quite safe and quite customary, in those years) on the nearby I-55 expressway for a ride to the airport in St. Louis, to call our parents and ask them to wire funds for a new return-flight airline ticket; however, co-incidentally, a trucker who gave us a ride was going not to or near that airport, but was going straight through (in the wee hours of the morning of Monday the 4th) to a truck stop in West Memphis, Arkansas, before heading on I-40 south to Little Rock in Arkansas; of course, from our perspectives, it was a thousand times better and cheaper to do this, than to have gone to the St. Louis airport. We could then call our parents in Memphis from the truck stop in West Memphis, and explain the situation (there were no cellphones back then which would have allowed for an earlier call), and they were so delighted that we were both still alive and well that my father (a self-employed artist) left his office and picked us both us from the truck stop in West Memphis -- with NO questions asked !!!!! GREAT Memories -- except for the worries of my parents !!!!!

  • @gsn4096
    @gsn4096 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a great song and excellent analysis as usual. Absolute legends on stage together. I was pleasantly surprised one evening to be flipping channels and caught the 2010 Crossroads Guitar Festival. Eric and Steve teamed up in Dear Mr. Fantasy, absolutely amazing, my favorite version of that tune.

  • @CARNELIANTURQUOISE
    @CARNELIANTURQUOISE 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the original vinyl of this album...Blind Faith was one group that influenced me when I was young...this song has a special place for me!!! You are awesome for picking the people you analyze, Thank you!! I'm so fortunate to have grown up in this era of music!!

  • @shikhindahikar8488
    @shikhindahikar8488 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video and dear Mr fantasy from crossroads are my favourite performances of this lineup.

  • @melissamorris8046
    @melissamorris8046 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There is never enough to say about these guys. Another great analysis Fil.

  • @donfleming9886
    @donfleming9886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Far and away my favorite Blind Faith song. I have another Crossroads version on my stick that plays in my car. Great analysis Fil. Lots of great players on this stage.

  • @gerryk3114
    @gerryk3114 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    THANK GOD YOU ARE PRESENTING REAL MUSIC, NOT WHAT THEY CALL MUSIC THESE DAYS !!
    I HAVE BEEN AROUND LONG ENOUGH TO HAVE SEEN REAL TALENT !!
    Steve and Eric have played together for such a long time that they have a special chemistry !!!
    Plus, Eric Loves Playing with Steve !!

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      👍

    • @larrygeetar9309
      @larrygeetar9309 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Gerry K It's easy to criticize pop music of today. Most of it has become
      slave to the almighty $$$. But there is still a lot of talent out there, young
      talent, to boot. You just have to find it! It's not often on mainstream
      sources. Satellite and HD radio, word of mouth through young people,
      especially, and your own curiosity yields a surprising amount of good and
      sometimes great music. No, it's not "The Old Days," (and I'm one of those
      old guys) but it's out there. Young musicians don't have as many oppor-
      tunities as they use to, but the internet - youtube and all - gives everyone
      the door to exposure for their creativity. Often, a walk or short ride to
      your local live music venues will make you hopeful for the future of
      creative music. Just my opinion.

  • @lynndow3185
    @lynndow3185 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love this elegant song! It's wonderful to hear a big gang of talent sound like a band that's been together for years. This has been a favorite video for awhile, it's so interesting to hear the breakdown of what makes it SO wonderful.

  • @jonathanbristow3208
    @jonathanbristow3208 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those drums, so clean, the guitars working off one another... Everything here works beautifully. As always, your analysis reveals your love of music. Best!

  • @juantailor
    @juantailor 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    An awesome performance. Understated brilliance. Thanks for the post!

  • @pamelafradette6520
    @pamelafradette6520 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    These are some of the great musicians of our time. As always, a fabulous teaching, Fil!

  • @imoffthegrid2158
    @imoffthegrid2158 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great lick ,Clapton and Winwood . Derek Trucks is such a great player in his own right . All the crossroads and the Clapton /Winwood live cd's are amazing .

  • @timothyparsons8327
    @timothyparsons8327 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was so “comfortable” to the ear, so well blended (where no one stood out from the rest). Only Legends like these guys could deliver such quality. It makes me proud to have been brought up in this music....Thanks to the fifth formers at my old boarding school!!

  • @stevetrivago
    @stevetrivago 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks so much Phil

    • @kropkamark
      @kropkamark 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      hmmmm...........I think he spells it FIL

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No problem! Yeah auto correct doesn't like my name!

  • @charleslloyd1683
    @charleslloyd1683 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Clapton is always at his best when he plays or records with world class musicians. His best albums were with Winwood and Duane Allman. Willie Weeks on bass played on some of the greatest albums ever recorded. On drums is Ian Thomas from Wales England is another session musician that has recorded and played with some of the best. And Chris Stainton on Keyboards another Brit from Sheffield whom first hit the scene playing with Joe Cocker on the Mad Dogs album and tour. This group has so much talent and are in a class of their own.

  • @brianhildreth9099
    @brianhildreth9099 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Fil, besides the technical side of this performance, I just LOVE seeing the interaction between Eric and Steve. These two playing together after all those years, is just heart warming.

  • @realmusicforever7086
    @realmusicforever7086 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    hello Fil,i loved win wood since I was a kid.people don't realize that Steve can play almost any instrument and that soulful voice makes you stop and listen.i seem to remember that Steve played all instruments on his solo album ARC OF A DIVER.What a great album.Side note besides Eric's playing, people forget he too has a great voice.i saw them in concert and was like a kid again.i just hope music will continue like they did it.thank you for the video.

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem!

    • @mydailybread7
      @mydailybread7 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      "cause my rock in roll is putting on weight" Arc of a Diver the best!

    • @realmusicforever7086
      @realmusicforever7086 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate what Fil shows on his channel,I hope you show younger music lovers what is now rarely seen or heard like in the past. Thanks to Mydailybread7. Yes “Arc” is as good as it gets.

    • @mydailybread7
      @mydailybread7 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amen Brother--I took care of a toddler for a special time in my life-He knows the Delfonics, Cream, Elvis, Moody Blues, Procol Harum, Kinks, Beatles and on.....He would dance or sleep to this music. Cheers, Ann (ps I appreciate Fil's gift and passion as well).

  • @bekind6763
    @bekind6763 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was great, I've had the privilege of seeing Steve Winwood live several times & I saw Eric Clapton once, they are both great talents each in their own way. Thanks!

  • @notadoc2130
    @notadoc2130 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Went to Clapton concert in St. Louis when Trucks toured with him (2007?) with VIP pass. Promoter walked up and we chatted for a moment. I told him I was looking forward to watching and hearing one of the world's greatest guitarists. He said, "Yeah, Clapton is great!" I responded, "I was talking about Derek Trucks!" You should have seen his eyes bulge. I thought his head was going to spin around like Linda Blair in The Exorcist. LOL ... Oh, and I wasn't kidding, either. I went to that concert because it was my first opportunity to see Derek Trucks in person!!!

  • @stephentillisch9229
    @stephentillisch9229 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is one of my favorite Blind Faith Songs. Thanks for posting

  • @lynncunningham829
    @lynncunningham829 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love the way they play together

  • @trishsoha
    @trishsoha 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Learned more, and more about you, in this vid than many I've watched 'til now. It is a brilliant collaboration, I agree.

  • @azaryd
    @azaryd 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent review, and this is one of the videos in my playlist. The dynamics of this performance are so brilliant, absolutely love it. Hey, don't forget about the bass player as well. Willie Weeks is a monster bassist - his playing back in the Donnie Hathaway days is legendary!! Thanks again WofP...

  • @gator1376
    @gator1376 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You left Me no choice but to hit the Like button on this one , You dissected this song so beautifully. These guys put on such an amazing performance.

  • @juliaingram7448
    @juliaingram7448 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My go to video for my favourite Stevie song (and there are loads to choose from!) to boost the day. Evergreen. Saw him play this live in Bristol just a few years ago. Sublime.

  • @mariannemaloneywitherspoon6335
    @mariannemaloneywitherspoon6335 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just showed this to my paralyzed (quadriplegic) musician friend. He love Blind Faith and used to sing this song while either playing lead guitar os playing drums. He was so happy to see this. ❤🎸🥁😇

  • @nancybarnhill9235
    @nancybarnhill9235 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I can tell you enjoy this. Good early memories for you!

  • @aprils6589
    @aprils6589 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been deep diving on your older analyses for a few weeks. This is one of my favorite performance of this song. It's one to play while cruising at night - volume turned up/windows down. The head room you mentioned is what makes it addictive for me although I never consciously focused on it. I love how Willie Weeks' base line is such a quiet driving force.

  • @rabukan5842
    @rabukan5842 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great pick of live versions, which has been my favorite for some time. Nice to hear your spot on analysis.

  • @thirdday07
    @thirdday07 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just found this after asking you to add Steve to your video collection. This is one of the best! Thank you Fil!

  • @russdrummond7292
    @russdrummond7292 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always enjoy watching talented people play to their strengths and its great to have your interpretation over the top. Thanks Fil!

  • @MashaRollz
    @MashaRollz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This has been my long-time favourite live version of Blind Faith's gem that many people don't know about, thanks for covering it, Fil (even though I'm few years late since the upload)! Top job as always, your videos are very enjoyable and educational.

  • @TaraLyz
    @TaraLyz 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Grew up listening to Clapton & Winwood. Amazing players & singers! Great video!

  • @onoyudont
    @onoyudont 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    They all mesh beautifully.The board engineers do deserve a nod.On a different night-the Jeff Beck tribute,Doyle Bramhall was a revelation for me.A surprisingly great vocalist , and ,REALLY laying down sweet licks on,not just with the Strat he played here, but his cherry red Gibson ES series.

  • @DiamondGirl-1234
    @DiamondGirl-1234 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This one gave me chills. It is so good. ❤

  • @merthur88
    @merthur88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    all these great guys.

  • @Marlboromanprojects
    @Marlboromanprojects 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really appreciate what you are doing.

  • @chilihomepie5770
    @chilihomepie5770 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude. I love your shit. I have learned so much from you and your channel. I love it.

  • @louied2613
    @louied2613 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks again Fil another great video

  • @RootzRockBand
    @RootzRockBand 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Superb breakdown on the tone and sublime power in the dynamics here.

  • @edge2sword186
    @edge2sword186 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good harmonies very sweet with the backup singers .

  • @oswaldthree
    @oswaldthree 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fil, like some others, I'm hanging out for your analysis of Spencer Davis Group (hopefully "I'm a Man" or maybe "Gimme Some Loving")!! Those amazing intros (and of course Steve Winwood's singing&playing) are SUCH a big part of my wonderful 60s memories and hearing them, even today, still raises my excitement in expectation of the great music I know is about to come!! RjB