I love this guy!!! I've played guitar for 25 years and this is my first time listening to him. Brilliant. Also love Larry Carlton who jams with Robben Ford. This guy is cool. No star just a great muscian
@@johnmaynard3989 It's funny you mentino that, I love Pat's writing sooo much. I think he and Lyle Mays write music from another world. The Still Life talking album, and that stuff. Gorgeous.
A very kind man, is Robben: a natural gentleman. Living in Ojai, CA, we'd meet occasionally. Had a beer at his house there. He once played out in the desert in Bakersfield and invited my GF and I for a short meet and snack before the show (he was with the Blue Line then) just because he knew we were there. Occasionally he'd show up at the Buddhist group meetings in Ojai. Just one cool warm friendly man.
Been enjoying him since the '80's, Ford Bros. Band. I'm from N. CAL near where he grew up. Everyone knew this guy was genius early on. Actually his whole family.
Blindingly good all round. I love the lead, the rhythm, the lyrics. Robben's singing as well as I've ever heard. The bass and drums groove and the keys are the icing on the cake!
Don't think I've heard a better live guitar tone. Both the humbuckers and single coils sound stellar in the band mix. A fantastic talent playing, no doubt. But the sound guy deserves major props as well.
Been a fan since his first solo LP 43 years ago. Never tire of listening to his soulful playing. Great quality video & audio on this club date. He da man!
I read that Robben is the rare player who incorporates jazz voicings into his blues playing--and manages to piss off neither the jazzers nor the blues purists. That's some accomplishment!
@@jeffs7482 I have to disagree with not pissing off the blues purists. A lot of Blues purists I know that been to his concerts weren't too impressed. A lot of Blues purists want to hear more pronounced bending and pentatonics, like an actual Blues player.
We all know Robben's guitar playing is brilliant! I believe his songwriting is brilliant as well, everything about it is well thought out and original. Love this band, too- Brannen, Lou Pardini, keys (wrote Smokey's classic 'Just To See Her'), Jimmy Earl, bass (from Jimmy Kimmel's late night band), all fantastic players in their own right! Thanks for posting!
He comes up with these lines that you have no idea how they’re going to resolve; and they go in a completely different direction; and it’s perfect! I don’t know how his mind works, but he comes up with brilliant stuff …
"My, my,my." - "start it up, start it up" - This recorded version lives and breaths compared to earlier or other versions Robben has done. This live small venue recording is very special to these ears - one fine groove set in the right Parisian club. All compositions are well written and very well played; it's hard to pick a favorite. Enjoy them all! Thank you for your pure approach, Mr. (Robben) Ford.
My God! What an artist!!!!! First class musicality that derives from knowledge without being sterile and cold ! The coolest thing about Robben is that you can not tell in which point his natural talent or his huge knowledge of music comes out!! And that my dear friends is a fucking accoplishment!!!! GO ROBBEN GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!
This cat has it all, and the wonderful thing about him is he has for years passed on his knowledge freeley to the young players coming up. Real music by highly gifted people will never fade away. Bravo Maestro!
this appears to be about 2001. Louis Pardini-keyboards* Jimmy Earl-Bass * Brannen Temple-drums*. most songs written by Robben Ford unless indicated: 1) Nothin' To Nobody (with Michael MacDonald) 2) Start It Up 3) Moonchild Blues 4) Help the Poor- (Charles Singleton) 5) Chevrolet- (Lonnie & Ed Young & Memphis Minnie) 6) Tired of Talking 7) Indianola
This concert is available on dvd. I bought it a few years ago. It's a great show. Robben is one of my favorite, long time guitar heros and influences. I listen to him regularly. Always amazing. Taste, tone, phrasing and his own blend and style of music. Thank you Robben!
I’m a keyboard player...but my favourite instrument (Hammond is number 2...) is the Telecaster guitar. I think the bloody things should be considered religious relics...from Vince Gill to Robben Ford, no single instrument should be allowed the range of moods from the relentlessly music Gill, to the equally relentless musical Ford, who’s Tele, at times, screams as he rips of great arcs of solo...quoting a whole variety of other runes as he does so...without being accorded the respect and adulation of an instrument, perfectly designed and perfectly played... Beethoven’s Ode To Joy brings tears to my eyes, as does the sound of a well played Tele. Wish I’d picked up guitar at age 6 rather than piano...
This is the first time that I've taken to listen to Robben Ford. I can say that I like his playing style. His style is nice, clear,clean and not to over driven.His notes are clear and distinctive. Some guitarists are about as much speed and flash as they can get.sometimes they forget what the purpose is of the playing,and that is to get the thought across. I guess,everyone doesn't do it the same way. Good work Mr. Ford.
With a musical grounding playing in Miles Davis' band , Tom Scott and the LA Express , and with the super talents of Joni Mitchell & Larry Carlton, Robben was always going to be all class on that guitar !
I've been lucky enough to see Robben live twice...first time was at the venue in Sellersville, PA...second in Syracuse. Drove from Toronto just for these shows and so happy I did. Scored Tiger WAlk cd at a yard sale and have been on him since. For me, Jeff Beck then Robben Ford.
@@1952FMS I've Jimmy Witherson's albums with Robben playing. He was so young and recognized at the outset of his career. I guess the A&R guys couldn't break him so they stopped trying...he should have been known to a much broader audience. When speed thrash trash gets air-play and this guy doesn't?...there's something terribly wrong.
I've seen Robbin twice and listened to so much of his great music and yet so often Robben and the band generate an excitement akin to hearing a great piece of music for the first time.
A true musician's musician: inspiring, always playing with joy and sounding great, full of soul. Thank you mr. Ford and thanks for posting. Looking forward to see a concert live (again).
The best Robben I never heard.. Unbelievable phrases touch & sound... The band is superlative too. The bassist remind me Roscoe Beck. Thank you for sharing this concert ❤
Did I just witness .. He that makes the blind see .. the deaf hear .. the lame walk .. brings the dead back to life (Matthew 11:5) ? I consider myself a tough guy .. but Robben Ford's Moonchild Blues made me cry ..
I met you once in Den Haag, several years ago and still I like your music very much. Your kind of music is, one of a kind, and a big challenge to "copy" the cords and licks on my Hammond organ... Thanks again for this amazing concert!!!
My brother introduced me to Robben in 1994 or so. Saw him in NorCal many times as well as Cleveland and Orlando. A great listen because he gets the best players to back him up!
Who is the gentleman seated at the KORG? And the bassist? Love the way these three plus drummer all nail "Start it Up" by totally capturing the period genre of this song. When I hear it I am cruising Route 66 in a 1963 Thunderbird with my 'dolly' next to me - the top is down, the sun is shining in, and we'll stop for a burger & shake and make out afterwords. "Yes, yes,yes".
"Indianola" bears a resemblance to "Help the Poor". BTW: If you are a fan of "Help the Poor" then you will no doubt enjoy the 1998 Burghausen live version featuring the likes of Rosco Beck (one solid and artfully capable bassist), James Slathery (well, he is so skilled and plays so well with others that I see him as the "co-star" in this performance), Tom Brechtlein (Tom's percussion work is always two or three notches above great - his playing speaks for itself). When Robben joins these compadres with his sweet vocals and consummate guitar and composition skills it don't get 'mo 'betta. NOTE: If anybody knows of any other recordings featuring James Slathery or might know what has become of him please let me know. I would love to hear more from the creative competent musician.
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How could anyone not like this guy? He's just so good at all styles of music. Love his funky song...... awwww shucks!
No doubt! I've been a fan since the early 80's. RF never disappoints. 👊
@@joepowell1004Yes, always brings it and never disappoints, for like 30+ years. Heck yeah, I'll be listening to talent slow all night probably.
This is so damned good. He has that liquid swing in his playing. What a great sound of the band.
I love this guy!!! I've played guitar for 25 years and this is my first time listening to him. Brilliant. Also love Larry Carlton who jams with Robben Ford. This guy is cool. No star just a great muscian
Robben is my favorite musician in the world.
Yes! Live too, unequalled....I'd throw in one Pat Metheny, but Robben....
@@johnmaynard3989 It's funny you mentino that, I love Pat's writing sooo much. I think he and Lyle Mays write music from another world. The Still Life talking album, and that stuff. Gorgeous.
A very kind man, is Robben: a natural gentleman. Living in Ojai, CA, we'd meet occasionally. Had a beer at his house there. He once played out in the desert in Bakersfield and invited my GF and I for a short meet and snack before the show (he was with the Blue Line then) just because he knew we were there. Occasionally he'd show up at the Buddhist group meetings in Ojai. Just one cool warm friendly man.
Earl on bass ... a pure jewel. !
Been enjoying him since the '80's, Ford Bros. Band. I'm from N. CAL near where he grew up. Everyone knew this guy was genius early on. Actually his whole family.
Brannen Temple, drums
Jimmy Earl, bass
Louis Pardini, keys
Robben Ford, guitar
Thankyou for the information
Blindingly good all round. I love the lead, the rhythm, the lyrics. Robben's singing as well as I've ever heard. The bass and drums groove and the keys are the icing on the cake!
Don't think I've heard a better live guitar tone. Both the humbuckers and single coils sound stellar in the band mix. A fantastic talent playing, no doubt. But the sound guy deserves major props as well.
Been a fan since his first solo LP 43 years ago. Never tire of listening to his soulful playing. Great quality video & audio on this club date. He da man!
AND The musicians he picks for his bands~
Love this. It sounds very Steely Dan. Great Tele playing. Gorgeous!
Robbed has always been an awesome player. But this band is so talented. Every individual in the band is the best I have heard in decades.
The way Robben comps the organ solo in Chevrolet...oh, so tasteful!
Robben is one of the best tour guides for introducing jazz to new ears...in my humble opinion. But I'm always right...
I read that Robben is the rare player who incorporates jazz voicings into his blues playing--and manages to piss off neither the jazzers nor the blues purists. That's some accomplishment!
@@jeffs7482 I have to disagree with not pissing off the blues purists. A lot of Blues purists I know that been to his concerts weren't too impressed. A lot of Blues purists want to hear more pronounced bending and pentatonics, like an actual Blues player.
He has just the right mix for me.
@@josephblow5946 😂
Yes you are!
😁👍
Robben is one of the best ever --- such a tight groove --- the guys love playin with this staight forward blues/funk/jazzer --- super band .
We all know Robben's guitar playing is brilliant! I believe his songwriting is brilliant as well, everything about it is well thought out and original. Love this band, too- Brannen, Lou Pardini, keys (wrote Smokey's classic 'Just To See Her'), Jimmy Earl, bass (from Jimmy Kimmel's late night band), all fantastic players in their own right! Thanks for posting!
He comes up with these lines that you have no idea how they’re going to resolve; and they go in a completely different direction; and it’s perfect! I don’t know how his mind works, but he comes up with brilliant stuff …
This was a fantastic formation of The RF Band ,a respectful audience too .
"My, my,my." - "start it up, start it up" - This recorded version lives and breaths compared to earlier or other versions Robben has done. This live small venue recording is very special to these ears - one fine groove set in the right Parisian club. All compositions are well written and very well played; it's hard to pick a favorite. Enjoy them all! Thank you for your pure approach, Mr. (Robben) Ford.
My God! What an artist!!!!! First class musicality that derives from knowledge without being sterile and cold ! The coolest thing about Robben is that you can not tell in which point his natural talent or his huge knowledge of music comes out!! And that my dear friends is a fucking accoplishment!!!! GO ROBBEN GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!
Amen.
BButtery smooth light touch to the fretboard. What fluid and effortless playing. Respect to the genius!!
Love your Music Robben. Tasteful genius. The Best Fused Blues. Thank You for this Great Music! Much Love and Peace...
This cat has it all, and the wonderful thing about him is he has for years passed on his knowledge freeley to the young players coming up. Real music by highly gifted people will never fade away. Bravo Maestro!
So sincere, so fine musician and good person.
this appears to be about 2001. Louis Pardini-keyboards* Jimmy Earl-Bass * Brannen Temple-drums*. most songs written by Robben Ford
unless indicated: 1) Nothin' To Nobody (with Michael MacDonald) 2) Start It Up 3) Moonchild Blues 4) Help the Poor- (Charles Singleton) 5) Chevrolet- (Lonnie & Ed Young & Memphis Minnie) 6) Tired of Talking 7) Indianola
Always in tone-feel + Always a top performer of music……..play on ….☮️🎶🔛🌎
the start it up solo is so crazy - Robben on fire.
@33.00, nice bass playing. Jimmy Earl, bass (from Jimmy Kimmel's late night band), good job, I am a bassplayer myself and this guy is good company.
Such a great player. It just pours out. Never boring. Always cool.
I love the tone from that telecaster!
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Yes telecaster and Dumble-amp.
What a talent, Robben , Mark and Pat ! They aré amazing musicians .
What a fabulous rhythm guitarist RF is!
rythm? Not.
Loved his playing with Miles Davis, big band with two keyboard players but he found space. A very generous virtuoso.
The great Jimmy Earl on Bass.
Thanks for that.. I was wondering.. Great player as well.
Maestro Robben merci pour tout s'est bon moment le bluesman
One of the best concerts I've seen this band play. Robben was on it!
This concert is available on dvd. I bought it a few years ago. It's a great show. Robben is one of my favorite, long time guitar heros and influences. I listen to him regularly. Always amazing. Taste, tone, phrasing and his own blend and style of music. Thank you Robben!
I like the simplicity of the telecaster when played by a master.
It helps when its going through a Dumble :)
@@Spartanm333 No doubt.
I’m a keyboard player...but my favourite instrument (Hammond is number 2...) is the Telecaster guitar. I think the bloody things should be considered religious relics...from Vince Gill to Robben Ford, no single instrument should be allowed the range of moods from the relentlessly music Gill, to the equally relentless musical Ford, who’s Tele, at times, screams as he rips of great arcs of solo...quoting a whole variety of other runes as he does so...without being accorded the respect and adulation of an instrument, perfectly designed and perfectly played... Beethoven’s Ode To Joy brings tears to my eyes, as does the sound of a well played Tele. Wish I’d picked up guitar at age 6 rather than piano...
Totally agree. Still, simple doesn't mean easy to play ;)
@@agrodocsss Thousands of hours of practice and gigging coming out in every note.
This is the first time that I've taken to listen to Robben Ford. I can say that I like his playing style. His style is nice, clear,clean and not to over driven.His notes are clear and distinctive. Some guitarists are about as much speed and flash as they can get.sometimes they forget what the purpose is of the playing,and that is to get the thought across. I guess,everyone doesn't do it the same way. Good work Mr. Ford.
Amen!
With a musical grounding playing in Miles Davis' band , Tom Scott and the LA Express , and with the super talents of Joni Mitchell & Larry Carlton, Robben was always going to be all class on that guitar !
Amen to that
One of the best concert ever made by Robben Ford thanks to a very good organist too.
Louis Pardini on keyboards.
Paul Harrison Thank you very much indeed... Louis can make the difference in a blues band ... ever.
I've been lucky enough to see Robben live twice...first time was at the venue in Sellersville, PA...second in Syracuse. Drove from Toronto just for these shows and so happy I did. Scored Tiger WAlk cd at a yard sale and have been on him since. For me, Jeff Beck then Robben Ford.
i'm with u
@@1952FMS I've Jimmy Witherson's albums with Robben playing. He was so young and recognized at the outset of his career. I guess the A&R guys couldn't break him so they stopped trying...he should have been known to a much broader audience. When speed thrash trash gets air-play and this guy doesn't?...there's something terribly wrong.
I've seen Robbin twice and listened to so much of his great music and yet so often Robben and the band generate an excitement akin to hearing a great piece of music for the first time.
Wow! What a band! I've enjoyed this so much!
He is just Fantastic. I was also hooked with the first Yellow Jacket Record. ❤️❤️
Robben is so awesome..and the whole band too
Un Guitariste Prodigieux;c'est le talent à l'état pur.tour en FRANCE en 2014 à suivre de très près
A true musician's musician: inspiring, always playing with joy and sounding great, full of soul. Thank you mr. Ford and thanks for posting. Looking forward to see a concert live (again).
What a fantastic player!
The funkiest blues ever? God damned shit is groovy!
This is the best Robben Ford I've ever heard! He's nailing it!
The best Robben I never heard.. Unbelievable phrases touch & sound... The band is superlative too. The bassist remind me Roscoe Beck. Thank you for sharing this concert ❤
Did I just witness .. He that makes the blind see .. the deaf hear .. the lame walk .. brings the dead back to life (Matthew 11:5) ? I consider myself a tough guy .. but Robben Ford's Moonchild Blues made me cry ..
I met you once in Den Haag, several years ago and still I like your music very much. Your kind of music is, one of a kind, and a big challenge to "copy" the cords and licks on my Hammond organ... Thanks again for this amazing concert!!!
Total free thinking music enjoyment...thank you for posting.
Best book-matched guitar top I've ever seen.
_Chevrolet_ at 36:58 is one of my favorite jams of all time...
This line-up's fire...
Escuchandolos en plena cuarentena, desde Argentina! Maravilla para disfrutar!!!
WOW ! Chops, tone, authentic artistic and original. Damn tasty stuff.
Love Robben's proclivity for minor key/chord blues.
Best live concert by Robben and company so far. Jazz-blues-rock isn't it without Rob. Check it out... Thanks much for this, seboze!
From Ukiah high school to the Yellowjackets. What a strange trip it's been!
Yep. . Charles Ford Band.. Been a fan about that long.
Brannen Temple is the drummer, played on Eric Burdons` 2009 European Tour & I think with Joe Satriani on the G3 tour 2006
fabulous guitarist !
My brother introduced me to Robben in 1994 or so. Saw him in NorCal many times as well as Cleveland and Orlando. A great listen because he gets the best players to back him up!
Philip ETIENNE
Check Robben at infinity Hall 2015.
Very good sound and great band. Pure delice......
01 - (00:00 à 10:50) - Nothing To Nobody
02 - (10:50 à 17:00) - Start It Up
03 - (17:00 à 22:00) - Moonchild Blues
04 - (22:00 à 36:50) - Help The Poor
05 - (36:50 à 42:20) - Chevrolet
06 - (42:20 à 46:50) - Tired Of Talkin
07 - (46:50 à 52:38) - Indianola
Gracias Artur...
Obrigado meu amigo!
🙏 Thanks
The organ solo in the first tune is terrific too. Very expressive to the melody of the song!
Completly agree
This is just ridiculously awesome!
Excellent !!! d'écouter cette musique
à Paris
BLUES é gostoso de se ouvir até na Finlândia. Banda espetacular, guitarrista fora de série. Nota 1000.
Le concert parfait, la coolitude inspirée, y'a rien à jeter!
grandissimo Robben,sei il top del modern blues!
Мастер! Великий талант, берет такие вкусные аккорды !!!
primo! Thanks for making this great talent available!
So special......this was great......
Un maestro de la guitarra electrica. De los mejores de todos los tiempos
For sure he is
Hooked since the first YellowJackets release
Hooked since the Charles Ford Band, late '70's
Fantastico Robben, lo ascolti e non ti stufa mai!
The keyboardist, Louis Pardini is now in the group "Chicago"
Maravilhoso!!! Esplêndido!!!!! Grande Robben.
Sim,ele e muito muito grande!ele e o melhor!
Love his guitar tones. Would love to know how he decides which guitar for which song. Recently he seems to prefer LesPauls or 335s.
Me to... Don't get any better....
Robben Ford Class A !
He really is and I love the guys style! He wears great shoes too!!
There are many great guitar players, but RF's playing is delicious.
what dynamic solo , fruity , smoothly , a good work .
A pure joy!
Also: who can dislike this? Christ, who are those people...?
This guy is a GIANT!
These cats have some serious cook!
Great show. Thanks so much for posting!
OMG what a band!
is that Lou Pardini on keys?
Who is the gentleman seated at the KORG? And the bassist? Love the way these three plus drummer all nail "Start it Up" by totally capturing the period genre of this song. When I hear it I am cruising Route 66 in a 1963 Thunderbird with my 'dolly' next to me - the top is down, the sun is shining in, and we'll stop for a burger & shake and make out afterwords. "Yes, yes,yes".
I need the playlist ! plz!!
What A great player this man is! And I can cop that tone with my gear. Hell ya! I be a copycat!
A great class act!
"Indianola" bears a resemblance to "Help the Poor". BTW: If you are a fan of "Help the Poor" then you will no doubt enjoy the 1998 Burghausen live version featuring the likes of Rosco Beck (one solid and artfully capable bassist), James Slathery (well, he is so skilled and plays so well with others that I see him as the "co-star" in this performance), Tom Brechtlein (Tom's percussion work is always two or three notches above great - his playing speaks for itself). When Robben joins these compadres with his sweet vocals and consummate guitar and composition skills it don't get 'mo 'betta. NOTE: If anybody knows of any other recordings featuring James Slathery or might know what has become of him please let me know. I would love to hear more from the creative competent musician.
He signed my cd Tiger Walk after The Birchmere show in Washington DC. 2003
a awesome presence on stage !
scratches my itch like no other.