I've loved this masterpiece from Christine McVie for more than 40 years and Eva Cassidy's version only added to that love. I never would have believed a non vocal version can do this gem justice until I watched this. What a talent Mark is. Delicate, sensitive and completely true to the essence of the tune in his interpretation. He avoided showing his mastery of his instrument to simply show off but allowed his soul to deliver the notes from his guitar that capture the beauty of the melody. Simply gorgeous. He deserves a million times more views than he has garnered so far.
As I was saying, I had the pleasure of meeting Mark at this weekend's Upton Blues Festival. He played for 2 3/4 hours. His playing is so emotional and from the heart. What a lovely humble and superbly talented man. Thank you so much.
First saw Mark Playing in Eastbourne many years ago, his superb playing brought a tear to my eye then and still does now, so pleased we bought his CD Hello, as it is still my favourite now. Such a amazing talent.
Mark, I have a special “playlist” that consists of only your songs. I’ll soon be 69 years old, but I wanna play guitar like this when I grow up. Keep these good songs and videos coming. Excellent job Mark, AND Artfrob for producing them.
I listen everyday since I found you on TH-cam I am hank marvin fan and now a fan of yours that tells you how good you are I'm 81in August my name is David knox from taffswell keep making videos ❤ 3:49
I haven't heard anything better. A real musician. He feels what he's playing. Not like the kids on TH-cam who play 10 million notes that mean nothing and just play for attention. Excellent..
An extraordinary touch... People don't even realize what is happening here... What talent, delicate, sensitive, he captures and renders the very essence of this emblematic title of Christine Mc.Vie... The sound of the guitar is sublime... We listen to two measures and tears come to your eyes, thank you Mark for this magical moment...💕😘
Absolutely classic song. And played by a wonderful class guitar player..simply amazing 👏..thanks very much for sharing your wonderful videos with all of us..Jimmy cupid...
Your playing and your music just Captures my mind. I’m trying to learn the Electric guitar and the Slow Blues on U Tube and when I came across your Incrediable Talent, I just had to start Listening ❤️❤️
You love your music and so do the rest of us. I've played out on the street and it is tough. You get lost in time, and few people pay attention, or give anything. Thanks for all you do.
Every song you play , becomes to a deepness and beauty ,never found before , so thankful ,found you and your music 🌹🌹🌹its now only five days ago and I'm changed
Eva Cassidy's version was my introduction to this sweet song, played with such emotion by you. I hear much of Miss Cassidy's guitar method in this most heart-stirring rendition. My mother so loved this song; she would have loved your playing, too.
Mark, your playing is so very touching; every single note gets light, beauty and power through your hands. This 2020 hasn’t been a happy year. Nevertheless, it was the time I got to know your way of playing songs, in Cardiff’s streets. This, for sure, is one of the city treasures. I’d like to thank you for each emotional moments your playing brought inside of me. Merry Christmas and a better New Year to you and to Artfrob, this generous man, who has connected you to the world, including me in a small city in São Paulo State, Brazil.
Absolutely beautiful playing. This guy love's his playing his face shows how much he enjoys playing to the public. I've watch a few of his guitar solos. Thank you for sharing this with us. Amazing talent.
Two of my favourite songs by anyone, are Christine McVie’s Songbird and Wild Horses by Keef and Mick (particularly the acoustic version). I’ve been hooked on covers for a while now. That led me to Mark Allen playing Wild Horses. After playing it over and over and over etc...... I subscribed and searched for others. Enter Songbird and some Mark Knopfler and others. I watch and listen regularly. Mark Allen is my favourite street musician. I used to travel from Canada to the UK every year or two. If I’d know about this man in Cardiff, I would have made the trip from the south just to see him play in the street. Just great. Rob Ottawa
I met Mark yesterday at the Upton Blues Festival busking on the main street. Yes he sounds this good in real life and draws quite a crowd. He lives quite a long way away from Cardiff so don't expect to see him there every day. Best to try to get to Upton Blues Festival if you want to track him down. Beautifully music with so much feel. 👌👍👍👍👍
.... wow hermosa canción!!! e interpretado por este virtuoso de la guitarra Mark Allen es subliminal y mágico .. 👏. Me suscribí y un LIKE!.. más SONG actuales por favor💫
like those who passed by the greatness that was Vincent van Gogh, so too are these souls - they do not listen, they do not know how - perhaps they'll listen now.
Mark Allan is good,, "BUT" Hi praise must go to "ARTFROB" for this Video Plus all his other ones he has done,, other wise, you would just be watching a phone camera at work,, But as I said the guy doing the video should have thanks. I would love him to do mine (Gib Williamson TH-cam),, but I doubt he would fly over to see me in New Zealand,,,, Gib
@@artfrob3754 Mate, if you did one of your videos with all the cutting & pasting, we could live on my pension. If we Win lotto I'll fly you over,,,,,,, Gib
Why isn't Mark on every radio station around the world.The world would be a better place listening to this amazing musician.
You are right, think the same..look..getting more and more played🎉👍😻
Beautiful masterful performance.
Sublime! Thanks!
More people should tune into u-tube to listen to this beautiful music,instead of the killing and carnage on our tv screens
This guy makes his guitar sing and that neck has seen some serious riffing. Magic!
Ye beautifull lad, bless u, top draw great feel, ♥️👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Absolutely Beautiful. I have never seen such emotion come from a guitar, this borders Spiritual. Thank you so much for sharing your talent.
Just beautifully played, with such feel and amazing tone! ❤
I've loved this masterpiece from Christine McVie for more than 40 years and Eva Cassidy's version only added to that love. I never would have believed a non vocal version can do this gem justice until I watched this. What a talent Mark is. Delicate, sensitive and completely true to the essence of the tune in his interpretation. He avoided showing his mastery of his instrument to simply show off but allowed his soul to deliver the notes from his guitar that capture the beauty of the melody. Simply gorgeous. He deserves a million times more views than he has garnered so far.
I just don't have the words to explain what your talent evokes in my soul
Thank you for the music your my favourite guitarist now that I've seen you on TH-cam all the best from dai fantastic taffswell
As I was saying, I had the pleasure of meeting Mark at this weekend's Upton Blues Festival. He played for 2 3/4 hours. His playing is so emotional and from the heart. What a lovely humble and superbly talented man. Thank you so much.
I cannot stop crying when I listen to you. You are an special soul and a wonderful musician. Regards.
First saw Mark Playing in Eastbourne many years ago, his superb playing brought a tear to my eye then and still does now, so pleased we bought his CD Hello,
as it is still my favourite now. Such a amazing talent.
A truly talented musician that gives us beautiful music for free , while so called musicians with half the talent are charging funny money.❤
Thank God I'm on the same planet as this guy !
Mark, I have a special “playlist” that consists of only your songs. I’ll soon be 69 years old, but I wanna play guitar like this when I grow up. Keep these good songs and videos coming. Excellent job Mark, AND Artfrob for producing them.
Thank you Jembeau for your kind remarks. Mark is indeed a rare talent and it has been a pleasure to film him...long may it continue...artfrob
I listen everyday since I found you on TH-cam I am hank marvin fan and now a fan of yours that tells you how good you are I'm 81in August my name is David knox from taffswell keep making videos ❤ 3:49
Thank you I love his sound so much..can't stop playing, I am 60 years- feel no harm when he plays😊❤
WE HAVE TRULY BEEN BLESSED❣
THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS DEAR SOUL WITH THE WORLD❣
Whoa whoa whoa!!!! Speechless, this man's talent is breathtaking 👌❤ touches the depth of my very essence - My word, my word!!!
Masterfully played, this guy puts his heart and soul In to his music, absolutely stunning
Beautiful Mark. I love Eva Cassidy singing this. RIP Eva.
yes you got that right she was amazing
Emotional depth and harmony floating through our ears -- What a treat! Thank you, Mark!
Mark, thank you for such beautiful music. I sit nearly every night and just listen, perfect end to hard days work. Cheers.
Now I know how a guitar should sound! Every single tone with such a soul!
Your playing..Your sound...One of the best on youtube...P E R F E C T...! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !
I haven't heard anything better. A real musician. He feels what he's playing. Not like the kids on TH-cam who play 10 million notes that mean nothing and just play for attention. Excellent..
An extraordinary touch...
People don't even realize what is happening here...
What talent, delicate, sensitive, he captures and renders the very essence of this emblematic title of Christine Mc.Vie...
The sound of the guitar is sublime...
We listen to two measures and tears come to your eyes, thank you Mark for this magical moment...💕😘
Thank f##k for youtube .
There is so much talent out there that no one would ever see without it.
Great job mark as usual 👍🥁🇬🇧
I would have to stay for hours to listen to you Mark, better than going to a Gig.
I put this man up with my two all time heroes Mark Knopfler and JJ Cale, glad I found you man, love watching you play.
Wow just WOW!
Absolutely classic song. And played by a wonderful class guitar player..simply amazing 👏..thanks very much for sharing your wonderful videos with all of us..Jimmy cupid...
Beautiful playing so much feeling and emotions Beautiful sound off that strat great talent mark 👏
There are many great guitarists on TH-cam but the way you play makes me feel warm and peaceful. Thank you.
Perfect Mr. Allen. Mesmerizing and beautiful. You showed your heart here.
Play it every night before going to sleep love it
Brilliant
Just Beautiful, a true pleasure listening to you my friend, great sound and from the heart.
Sehr sehr sehr schön!
Your playing and your music just Captures my mind. I’m trying to learn the Electric guitar and the Slow Blues on U Tube and when I came across your Incrediable Talent, I just had to start Listening ❤️❤️
Mark what a wonderful performance👋👋👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️. Thank you so much!!!!
You seem lonely but so happy. Thanks mark for bringing pleasure to this so called normal life.
he`s not lonely he has his lover in his arms .
Surrendering to this passion that is music makes you play like never before.
A good guitarist.
Just beautiful, beautiful, emotionally-evocative playing.
You love your music and so do the rest of us. I've played out on the street and it is tough. You get lost in time, and few people pay attention, or give anything. Thanks for all you do.
Wonderful
Lovely. Could listen to you the whole day.
amazing playing and phrases are beautiful
Someone please tell me, why does this man not have a recording contract?
Wonderful
Every song you play , becomes to a deepness and beauty ,never found before , so thankful ,found you and your music 🌹🌹🌹its now only five days ago and I'm changed
Eva Cassidy's version was my introduction to this sweet song, played with such emotion by you. I hear much of Miss Cassidy's guitar method in this most heart-stirring rendition. My mother so loved this song; she would have loved your playing, too.
Mark, your playing is so very touching; every single note gets light, beauty and power through your hands. This 2020 hasn’t been a happy year. Nevertheless, it was the time I got to know your way of playing songs, in Cardiff’s streets. This, for sure, is one of the city treasures. I’d like to thank you for each emotional moments your playing brought inside of me. Merry Christmas and a better New Year to you and to Artfrob, this generous man, who has connected you to the world, including me in a small city in São Paulo State, Brazil.
I keep coming back to this and it's always so beautiful. Thanks.
Is fantastic, Is special see how play Mark.
He play whitch your heart.
Thank so much Marck, for tour music.
👏👏👏👏👏😘😘😘😘😘👏👏❤❤❤❤❤❤ José Luis from Spain.
My all-time favourite guitar player
Mark, You have no idea how many times I listened to you playing. I need to pick up my star caster ~ and do some practice
Nice guitar work.
Another brilliant song you bring me to tears every time I hear you play thank you so much!!!!
Awesome 😎
Never tire of listening to you, Mark... beautiful .
Mark is playing with heart and soul, thank you
Oh what a pain soother.Great thing about good music was when it hit you feel no pain! Great job sir! Amazing gift from God
That is absolutely stunning
magic
So beautiful
One of my favourite too i would like to hear a roy orbison cover please thank you from dai fantastic taffswell ❤
Great sensitivity which is the way the Fender strat should be played, tastefully and very beautiful. A lesson to all guitar players !
Absolutely beautiful playing. This guy love's his playing his face shows how much he enjoys playing to the public. I've watch a few of his guitar solos. Thank you for sharing this with us. Amazing talent.
As ever beautiful.
my eyes gently weep with your guitar...
and my guitar gently weeps because I can't play like this man!
Two of my favourite songs by anyone, are Christine McVie’s Songbird and Wild Horses by Keef and Mick (particularly the acoustic version). I’ve been hooked on covers for a while now. That led me to Mark Allen playing Wild Horses. After playing it over and over and over etc...... I subscribed and searched for others. Enter Songbird and some Mark Knopfler and others. I watch and listen regularly. Mark Allen is my favourite street musician. I used to travel from Canada to the UK every year or two. If I’d know about this man in Cardiff, I would have made the trip from the south just to see him play in the street. Just great.
Rob
Ottawa
I met Mark yesterday at the Upton Blues Festival busking on the main street. Yes he sounds this good in real life and draws quite a crowd. He lives quite a long way away from Cardiff so don't expect to see him there every day. Best to try to get to Upton Blues Festival if you want to track him down. Beautifully music with so much feel. 👌👍👍👍👍
So beautiful...just no words ..
.... wow hermosa canción!!! e interpretado por este virtuoso de la guitarra Mark Allen es subliminal y mágico .. 👏. Me suscribí y un LIKE!.. más SONG actuales por favor💫
You r just brilliant 🎸👍
Stunning, absolutely stunning
Mark doesn't need that trem bar, he has got more than enough in his fingers!
Excellent
Wonderful music. Thank you Mark.
Beautiful version, such tasteful playing.
Just superb
Lovely !! Xxx
Beautifully played,straight from the soul 🎸
From the soul to the soul
Wonderful! Thank you.
Love to play alongside you
I had the pleasure of meeting Mark at this weekend's Upton Blues Festival
Beautiful
Parabéns pelo seu trabalho
like those who passed by the greatness that was Vincent van Gogh, so too are these souls - they do not listen, they do not know how - perhaps they'll listen now.
Wow great Job....very nice sound and with lots of feeling.
Sounds stunning Mark
Thay shold put your name in lights on some ones window in cardiff city
Just wow 😢😢
Wow, only just discovered you man , glad I did that was superb.
beautiful
Godspeed Christie...
Super très expressif 👍
Wauw 💝
❤😊
Bella interpretación de Mark...
Mark Allan is good,, "BUT" Hi praise must go to "ARTFROB" for this Video Plus all his other ones he has done,, other wise, you would just be watching a phone camera at work,, But as I said the guy doing the video should have thanks. I would love him to do mine (Gib Williamson TH-cam),, but I doubt he would fly over to see me in New Zealand,,,, Gib
Hi praise indeed Gib. I've never been to New Zealand but if I do i will bring my camera and film you guys. The pair of you are good together....
@@artfrob3754 Mate, if you did one of your videos with all the cutting & pasting, we could live on my pension. If we Win lotto I'll fly you over,,,,,,, Gib
your'e on.....