Great selections Dude, love the history as well. I was on my way to southeast Asia when these songs were changing history. I carried my guitar to fourteen different counties and it saved me being so far from home, so young and lonely. like many guys in the Marines, my wife chose to leave me while I was deployed rather than welcome home a flag draped coffin. God bless you for demonstrating these selections and sharing God's gift to you. The Edmund Fitzgerald was by far one of my favorites to try to play.
Uh-oh!!!! You have stirred the ire of Don Henley!!! I can see the fire in his eyes (there in the background). You've done it now! Better say your prayers and don't fall asleep! 😉
LOL. Have you seen this video :DON HENLEY VS RICK BEATO: BLOCKERS AND THE FAIR USE BATTLE th-cam.com/video/wqyHrEkk064/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=8MinuteAxe. I've spoofed Don in a lot of videos but in this one I compile them all in the first 2:30. If you haven't seen it, check it out. I guarantee you will be rolling on the floor. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. -Mark
You are so right people do think of a 12 string guitar as something from the 60’s but carried over to the 70’s and I pray it will make its return in 2022
wish you were here was the first song I learned on my 12 string and i play it almost every time i pick up my guitar, i can never get enough of the song!!
Hey Martha! I hope you're well. Great to hear from you. I really appreciate the comment and I'm glad you enjoyed Styx. When I started focusing on the 12 string over a year ago, this was one of the first songs that came to mind and I finally got around to putting it in a video. Have a great weekend, take care, and stay safe. -Mark
When you started cracking on Don Henley I laughed out loud...and then he kicked in my door and punched me in the face! Freakin' Don Henly man. Great content as always. Keep 'em coming.
Thanks so much Jason. Have you seen this video: DON HENLEY VS RICK BEATO: BLOCKERS AND THE FAIR USE BATTLE th-cam.com/video/wqyHrEkk064/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=8MinuteAxe. I spoof Don in several videos but I put them all together at the beginning of this one. If you haven't seen it, I guarantee you will be laughing your ass off after watching the first 2:30 of it. I really appreciate all of the support. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. Mark
Hotel California is such an iconic song that if you play the right chords you can improvise on the picking and everyone still knows what you're playing
This video is AWESOME. Great choices and I love the amount of detail you put into the performances. Thoroughly enjoyable. They just keep getting better and better!
Hey Keith. Me too. I really glad you enjoyed the video and I appreciate your time and comment. I hope you're having a good weekend. Please take care and be well. -Mark
I'm thrilled my favorite band YES made the list and your version was spot on. I remember going to concerts in the late 60s where Steve did it on an electric 12-string. I think over the decades they figure out how to mike the guitar, move on to piezo electric guitars, and then most recently he started using Line-6, 12-string guitar emulation.
Hey Randy. I could have done a top 10 list including only the songs I left and gotten away with it. So many great songs. Thanks for checking it out. Please share and check it out again later if you have time. I really appreciate the support. Have a great weekend and take care. -mark
Hey Pete. I always use that pic when I'm talking about him. It's kind of an inside joke I have with myself. I agree, he looks mad. LOL. Have a great weekend. -mark
Hey Joe. Good catch. I actually fixed it about a year ago. It's actually a great playing 12 string. The string sets are really close together which I like. The Taylor is in the middle and the Tak has a wide spread. Have a great weekend. -Mark
My introduction to the 12 string was Turn, Turn Turn by the Byrds. A bit earlier than these top ten (all of which are great) but that is the one I identify most with the 12 string guitar . Thank you for doing this video. A beautiful instrument.
Hey man. For sure. Most of my content has been 60s related. I recently did this one TOP 10 12 STRING SONGS OF 1965 th-cam.com/video/uQ4vrHiaq-Q/w-d-xo.html and I have videos about the Byrds and Beatles individually. Also, my comprehensive riff videos like this one 25 FAMOUS 12 STRING RIFFS th-cam.com/video/8Eteg4fqQ-E/w-d-xo.html is very 1960s centered. I really appreciate you checking the video out. Please look at the links I sent you. I think you'll really enjoy them. Enjoy your Sunday, be safe, and take care. -Mark
Hey Mark. What a great call.. Over 10k comments and you're the first one to mention Run of the Mill. I know the song well but I totally forgot about it and the fact that it uses a 12 string. All Things Must Pass really is amazing although if George had made it a single album it would be a contender for the best Beatles solo album. It still is, but there is some filler. Band On the Run is near perfect although I don't think anything can trump John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band. What would be your pick? I really appreciate you checking out the video and supporting the channel. Have a great weekend and take care. -Mark
@@8MinuteAxe Love All Things Must Pass! Love Band On the Run as well. Favorite McCartney probably Ram. Agree with Plastic Ono Band, with Walls and Bridges a close second. Thanks for sharing your music!
Hey Jacqueline. I'm so glad you liked the video. I really appreciate your time and support. I hope you're having a great weekend. Take care and be well. -Mark
Great video, here. Wow! The memories of that decade came flooding in. Becoming a teenager, Watergate, the fall of Saigon, the Bicentennial, polyester, Tommy, the wreck fo the Edmund Fitzgerald, high school graduationd and more. I had an uncle who was a retired Great Lakes freighter captain and knew the captain of the Fitzgerald. This is kind of macabre, but the crew is still down there on the ship, minus one (he was ejected from the ship and is lying on the lake bed) all nearly perfectly preserved due to the fact that the water at that depth rarely goes above freezing. At any reate, the 70s produced some legendary music.
Hey James. Your comment (which is awesome by the way) inspired me to do a deep dive on the history of the wreck and the ship. They even have a recording of the coast guard asking other ships to help out. Very sad. Other stuff that makes me think 70s: trans am with the T top and 18 wheelers. My brother loved trucks and had posters of 18 wheelers on his wall. He loved the song Convoy and the movie...with Kris Kristofferson. I was born in the 70s but I do remember them.....and I have the bad haircut to prove I was there! Thanks again for all of the support! It's appreciated SO MUCH. -Mark
@@8MinuteAxe How could I forget Trans Ams? I had a friend who had a 1974 Trans Am with a 455 cu. in. engine. It had no external door handles. To get into the car, he had to insert his key in the door lock and turn it to rool down the window. He then opened the door with the internal door handle. I never thought that that system would deter a determined car thief.
Hey Zach. Thanks so much. Please watch again if you can. The channel is really struggling over the last two weeks. Share too if you have time. I really do appreciate the support. Have a great weekend. -Mark
Hey brother. Thanks so much. I really appreciate your time and support and I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I really enjoyed making this one. Take care and be well. -Mark
Excellent choices Mark. Like some of the others, Maggie May makes my list, but then, I’d have to drop something! Bummer, I can’t decide which one to drop! Keep up the excellent work. I look forward to your videos every week!
Hey Jim. Thanks so much. I'm surprised at how many people mentioned Maggie May. That wouldn't have been the next one on my list. I would have put Horse with No Name and Wild Horses above it. I'm actually going to perform it this weekend at a gig. Thanks so much for all of the support. I really do appreciate it so much. Take care. -Mark
With so many Great 12 string songs to choose from the 70's. You did them justice with this pick Mark ! It pretty much summed up the genres and sounds of the 12 String from that era. Very pleased to see Gordan Lightfoot made your cut. What a phenomenal singer, song writer, 12 string guitarist ! Thanks Mark for all your time and effort to bring us good content !! Until the next video, Stay Safe and have a Great weekend !!
Hey Charles. I really appreciate your comment. I've actually been thinking about doing a full cover of Wreck but I'd need to get a strong baritone to sing it. I'm a tenor with a very limited range and I couldn't do it justice. I took my time with this one and got a bit more detailed with the riffs than I normally do. I'm glad I did as a lot of viewers have commented about it. Thanks again for all of the support. I appreciate it so much. I hope you're having a great weekend. Take care and stay safe. -Mark
Excellent choices, Mark. Your videos have inspired me to pick up my 12 string to practice more often. I actually had not played for years, and when I found a great buy on a Martin 12 string at Guitar Center that got me playing again. Now I split my time between the 6 and 12.
Hey Robert. That's so great to hear. If I can inspire even a single person to play more then it's all worth it. I wasn't much of a 12 string player until a couple of years ago. Now it's a huge part of my playing and I even use it for half the songs at live solo shows. The Martin and Taylor entry level 12s are both fabulous guitars. It's hard to justify spending $2500 on a 12-string unless you're Leo Kottke. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. -Mark
@@chenelisha1053 The chord progression. Jethro Tull. Tune called We used to know. Eagles opened for Tull on an early tour. Probably when Don got the riff.
@@knowmusicman157 I can actually hear it, you’re right bud. Although there are “worst” rip-offs, I can definitely see where you’re coming from. Sounds too similar to be a coincidence
Great selection of some 70’s classics! I really liked the video overlays where you play a fill to a song. I find these videos very inspirational to play some songs I have not played before in a while.
Always wanted a 12 string. I remember playing my friends 12 string whenever I got the chance and played many of these songs! So very long ago this was, the 70s. You hit all my favorites including The Sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald! Iconic phrasing and melody to me but none of friends were really into that song. Struck me odd back then. I'm a new subscriber but very happy I found your channel. By the way,.. your performances in these videos are excellent! Noticed you have a passion for the 12 string! Like I said, always wanted one but is what it is. Thanks for sharing!
Well done, sir. The seventies was a target rich environment for the twelve string. Great choices. I always learn something watching your videos. Thanks for that.
Hey Woodman. Thanks so much. I really appreciate it. Honestly, I like the research and the factoids even more than the playing. My original goal was to have a channel where I talk about classic rock but that wasn't what the YT gods had in store for me. Don't get me wrong, I'm very grateful for the success I've had. I know that for every channel with 100k subs there are millions with 100 subs. I try to remember that when things are trending down for the channel like they have lately. Anyway, I really do thank you for your time and support. Please take care and be well. -Mark
Hey Fausto. Thanks so much. I tried to go the extra mile with these and I'm glad I did. A lot of people have appreciated it. Please enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. -Mark
Thank you for this, Mark. I had that Yes album and would come home from classes, put it on and crank up the volume. One of the great bands of all time in my not so humble opinion.
Hey Ross. For sure. As I mentioned in the video, my brother was a huge Rush fan. While I gravitated towards the Beatles and Clapton, he listened to a ton of Yes, especially The Yes Album and Fragile. I like Close to the Edge the best but I know the other two much better from hearing them 100s of times. I really appreciate all of the support. I hope you're having a great weekend. Take care. -Mark
The sad thing about More Than A Feeling is that the singing was also exceptional. And yes, I'm old enough that I was working in a music store when this came out.
Hey BB. You mean sad because of the tragic end of Delps life? I recently watched the local news report where they interviewed a couple of his neighbors that had no idea that he was famous. Amazing vocals for sure. One other interesting thing I recently found out. The story about just about every record company passing is a fallacy. Right from Tom's mouth: he put "about 30" cassettes in an envelope and heard back from 8! The fact that ANY of the 30 didnt just throw the package away is a miracle. I bet the 8 that responded were the 8 that listened. And I believe 3 were interested. To me its quite the opposite if the myth. Anybody that heard it may not have wanted to sign them right away but they knew it was good! Have a great weekend. Mark
Nice list. The Zeppelin songs all deserved to be on the list. That's the Way and Over the Hills and Far Away are to of my favorite songs to play on my 12 String. Thanks.
during the commercial i forgot what i was watching till you started playing Wreck of The Edmund Fitzgerald. such a great song and you were playing it so perfectly, then you stopped and i remebered this was a compilation of 12 string hits from the 70s. it sure would have been nice to hear it all. hey, this is also one great campfire song.
Thanks Mal. I went the extra mile on this one with the guitar simulating the portamento keys on Yes and the guitar on Wreck. This one was more fun to make than some of the others. I really appreciate it. I hope you're well. Take care and have a great weekend. Mark
Hey Graham. I really appreciate that. I'm glad you enjoyed it. For some reason, I enjoyed making this one more. I went the extra mile on Wreck and the Yes tune. I even recorded three others that I didn't use including Xanadu by Rush. Anyway, enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. -Mark
Hey DH. I really appreciate that. I'm glad you liked the video. I took my time and tried to pay attention to the detail on this one and I think it paid off. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and stay safe. -Mark
Hey David. Thanks so much. I really appreciate your time and comment. I was only 5 in 76 but Styx was a big part of my childhood. Tommy Shaw still looks like he's 30 years old today. LOL. Please have a great week and take care. -Mark
Hey Ralf. I agree. A lot of people in my generation point to Bon Jovi and the older generation points to Mr Tambourine Man. I appreciate you checking out the video and commenting. Have a great day and take care. Mark
Hey brother. I really appreciate all of your support. I'm glad you enjoyed the video and I hope you're having a great weekend. Take care my friend. -Mark
Hey Sean. Thanks for checking it out and for giving me your list. I actually had Xanadu by Rush in there instead of Closer to the Heart but I figured Xanadu followed by And You and I followed by Edmund would lose people. Even though Edmund was a huge #1 hit a lot of people are unfamiliar with it. I hope you have a great weekend. Take care and stay safe. -Mark
Hey Michael. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I spent more time and attention to detail on this one. When I decided to do Yes I thought 'I can't leave out the keyboard part' so I simulated it on guitar with the help of some effects and then when I was doing Wreck I thought 'this is really boring without the lead guitar' so I dubbed that in too. Everybody seems to really appreciate it so I'm glad I took the time. I appreciate your time and comment. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. -Mark
Thanks so much Burton. I really appreciate it. There were a lot to choose from and it was painful to cut some. Here's a more comprehensive video I did 25 FAMOUS 12 STRING RIFFS th-cam.com/video/8Eteg4fqQ-E/w-d-xo.html. Thanks so much for your time and comment. Have a great evening and take care. -Mark
Hey man. It's funny. I thought I knew the majority of 12 string songs when I started the channel but I didn't know 10% of them. I've received an incredible education over the past 2 years. It's been awesome. I really appreciate your time and comment. I hope you have a great week. Please take care. -Mark
I could play "That's The Way" all day and never get bored. One of my favorite songs of all-time. When I learned how to play, "Over The Hills and Far Away", it was a milestone in my guitar learning days. By the way, I am pretty sure Chris Squire "pats" the strings with his palms on the intro to, "And You and I" 😉.
Hey Peter. Thanks so much. I really appreciate your time and comment. I really enjoyed making this one. I'm glad I went the extra mile with And You and I and Wreck of the Fitz. People seem to appreciate the attention to detail which makes all the work worth it. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. -Mark
well done, I always find at least one stand out song to learn each time I watch your song lists. ....nomatter howmwny times i view your video's I always find a song that just catch my attention , and there is my next project song,-- thank you
I started playing the 12-string early this year and I really appreciate your focus on the instrument. I’m familiar with almost all of these songs, but I didn’t know that Edmund Fitzgerald & Horse with No Name were originally recorded on the 12-string. Even more reason to learn them! Thanks again!
Hey Matthew. It took me 20 years to find my way to the 12 string. I cant believe how many songs use one. All Along the Watchtower, Mysterious Ways, Sloop John B, She Came in Through the Bathroom Window all 12 string songs. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comment. Have a great weekend and take care. Mark
Awesome list!!! Full of classics! And the best part is that you flew under Henley's radar!! That takes skills 😎 A song you missed that is also a really good example of a 12 string played at it's full potential is Deja Vu by CSNY. But still, great list and great video, Mark!! Peace ✌🏼
Great selections Dude, love the history as well. I was on my way to southeast Asia when these songs were changing history. I carried my guitar to fourteen different counties and it saved me being so far from home, so young and lonely. like many guys in the Marines, my wife chose to leave me while I was deployed rather than welcome home a flag draped coffin. God bless you for demonstrating these selections and sharing God's gift to you. The Edmund Fitzgerald was by far one of my favorites to try to play.
Uh-oh!!!! You have stirred the ire of Don Henley!!! I can see the fire in his eyes (there in the background). You've done it now! Better say your prayers and don't fall asleep! 😉
LOL. Have you seen this video :DON HENLEY VS RICK BEATO: BLOCKERS AND THE FAIR USE BATTLE th-cam.com/video/wqyHrEkk064/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=8MinuteAxe. I've spoofed Don in a lot of videos but in this one I compile them all in the first 2:30. If you haven't seen it, check it out. I guarantee you will be rolling on the floor. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. -Mark
Big fan of 70s music brings back so many memories thanks for the post
Thanks brother. I really appreciate it. Have a great weekend! -Mark
Good choices! Came in late I will have to go back and listen to the first part
Hey David. I hope you're feeling well. Thanks for making time to watch the video and support eh channel. Have a great weekend and take care. -Mark
You are so right people do think of a 12 string guitar as something from the 60’s but carried over to the 70’s and I pray it will make its return in 2022
Another great video. You’re right, a TON of classic 12 string songs from the 70s!!
Thanks so much. I really appreciate your AMAZING support!
wish you were here was the first song I learned on my 12 string and i play it almost every time i pick up my guitar, i can never get enough of the song!!
Hey again Kaitlyn. Thanks again for watching and supporting the channel. I really do appreciate it. Please take care and have a nice weekend. Mark
Thanks Mark, you are really broadening my view of the 12.
Thanks again Pete!
That Styx opener - always loved that! Great video, Mark!
Hey Martha! I hope you're well. Great to hear from you. I really appreciate the comment and I'm glad you enjoyed Styx. When I started focusing on the 12 string over a year ago, this was one of the first songs that came to mind and I finally got around to putting it in a video. Have a great weekend, take care, and stay safe. -Mark
Good stuff! the information you provide is super. Its so great to know.. " That was a 12"
Hey Michael. I really appreciate your time, support, and encouragement and I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Have a great weekend and take care. -Mark
Really looking forward to this…
I hope it lived up to the billing! LOL. Take care.
Of course it did :-)
I loved it. Gorgeous 🥰 I'm a 12 string fan. I got 2 right now and I love em. Thankyou🥰👍🪕🎸🙈
Thanks so much. I really appreciate you taking the time to watch. I hope you have a great weekend. Be safe and take care. -Mark
@@8MinuteAxe I'm retired so I always have a great week end...week...year...life😂🎸🪕👍
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@@nodrog5150 I retired in January 2020, so I tell people my life is now seven Saturdays a week.
I was very young in the 70's but they had some of the best music that we still go back to. Great video.
Great selection!!
Thank you my love.
When you started cracking on Don Henley I laughed out loud...and then he kicked in my door and punched me in the face! Freakin' Don Henly man. Great content as always. Keep 'em coming.
Thanks so much Jason. Have you seen this video: DON HENLEY VS RICK BEATO: BLOCKERS AND THE FAIR USE BATTLE th-cam.com/video/wqyHrEkk064/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=8MinuteAxe. I spoof Don in several videos but I put them all together at the beginning of this one. If you haven't seen it, I guarantee you will be laughing your ass off after watching the first 2:30 of it. I really appreciate all of the support. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. Mark
Hotel California is such an iconic song that if you play the right chords you can improvise on the picking and everyone still knows what you're playing
Hotel California is in my opinion one of the best songs ever recorded.
Great video, Mark! A real joy to watch!
Hey Mac. Thanks so much for taking time out of your day to support the channel. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Please take care and be well. -Mark
This video is AWESOME. Great choices and I love the amount of detail you put into the performances. Thoroughly enjoyable. They just keep getting better and better!
Thanks man. I can always count on your support!
Agreed ...and he values the opinions of others. Rare quality in the WhoTube world
I saw STYX so many times in Arkansas, they played the College Circuit, but they were Always FANTASIC!!! They always had a SHOW!!!
70’s music is my favorite, and the 12 string defined the sound of the best for me. Great songs!
Hey Keith. Me too. I really glad you enjoyed the video and I appreciate your time and comment. I hope you're having a good weekend. Please take care and be well. -Mark
I'm thrilled my favorite band YES made the list and your version was spot on. I remember going to concerts in the late 60s where Steve did it on an electric 12-string. I think over the decades they figure out how to mike the guitar, move on to piezo electric guitars, and then most recently he started using Line-6, 12-string guitar emulation.
Nice one Mark. Great selection 👍😎
Thanks brother. I really appreciate the amazing and continued support. Have a great weekend. -Mark
The intro to Maggie May is absolutely awesome. Would have made my list.
Hey Randy. I could have done a top 10 list including only the songs I left and gotten away with it. So many great songs. Thanks for checking it out. Please share and check it out again later if you have time. I really appreciate the support. Have a great weekend and take care. -mark
This kicks ass
Sweet very good 👍jimi page is top 5 all time....
I thought the intro was done on a mandolin. Great song either way.
@@sweetnsourchick1761 There is mandolin on Maggie May
Don looks mad in that insert...
Hey Pete. I always use that pic when I'm talking about him. It's kind of an inside joke I have with myself. I agree, he looks mad. LOL. Have a great weekend. -mark
It’s because he always mad lol!
My recommendation is to forget the decade… this could take you from Turn, Turn, Turn, to Free Fallin’ and Dead or Alive… great video… THNX!
For number 9, you used the Mitchell 12-string. Did you get it fixed?
Hey Joe. Good catch. I actually fixed it about a year ago. It's actually a great playing 12 string. The string sets are really close together which I like. The Taylor is in the middle and the Tak has a wide spread. Have a great weekend. -Mark
My introduction to the 12 string was Turn, Turn Turn by the Byrds. A bit earlier than these top ten (all of which are great) but that is the one I identify most with the 12 string guitar . Thank you for doing this video. A beautiful instrument.
Hey man. For sure. Most of my content has been 60s related. I recently did this one TOP 10 12 STRING SONGS OF 1965 th-cam.com/video/uQ4vrHiaq-Q/w-d-xo.html and I have videos about the Byrds and Beatles individually. Also, my comprehensive riff videos like this one 25 FAMOUS 12 STRING RIFFS th-cam.com/video/8Eteg4fqQ-E/w-d-xo.html is very 1960s centered. I really appreciate you checking the video out. Please look at the links I sent you. I think you'll really enjoy them. Enjoy your Sunday, be safe, and take care. -Mark
Thank you for these mini-lessons. I also appreciate the back-stories.
again, my humble thanks Mark. I love the history of rock n roll. Take care. Be well. Mark
And you and I - absolutely fantastic playing!!!!
Enjoyed the video.
Have you heard George Harrison's Run of the Mill?
Hey Mark. What a great call.. Over 10k comments and you're the first one to mention Run of the Mill. I know the song well but I totally forgot about it and the fact that it uses a 12 string. All Things Must Pass really is amazing although if George had made it a single album it would be a contender for the best Beatles solo album. It still is, but there is some filler. Band On the Run is near perfect although I don't think anything can trump John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band. What would be your pick? I really appreciate you checking out the video and supporting the channel. Have a great weekend and take care. -Mark
@@8MinuteAxe Love All Things Must Pass! Love Band On the Run as well. Favorite McCartney probably Ram. Agree with Plastic Ono Band, with Walls and Bridges a close second. Thanks for sharing your music!
Great list Mark. I like how you "ghosted in" your image to enhance the song. Keep em coming, and I'll keep watching. Peace!
Hey Michael. Many thanks. I've had a lot of fun on the channel at Don Henleys expense. Take care. Mark
All really great tunes from a great music era. Thanks very much!
Love love love. So glad I found you
Hey Jacqueline. I'm so glad you liked the video. I really appreciate your time and support. I hope you're having a great weekend. Take care and be well. -Mark
happy to see Boston's "more than a feeling" make it..arguably the most perfect rock song ever recorded
Great video, here. Wow! The memories of that decade came flooding in. Becoming a teenager, Watergate, the fall of Saigon, the Bicentennial, polyester, Tommy, the wreck fo the Edmund Fitzgerald, high school graduationd and more. I had an uncle who was a retired Great Lakes freighter captain and knew the captain of the Fitzgerald. This is kind of macabre, but the crew is still down there on the ship, minus one (he was ejected from the ship and is lying on the lake bed) all nearly perfectly preserved due to the fact that the water at that depth rarely goes above freezing. At any reate, the 70s produced some legendary music.
Hey James. Your comment (which is awesome by the way) inspired me to do a deep dive on the history of the wreck and the ship. They even have a recording of the coast guard asking other ships to help out. Very sad. Other stuff that makes me think 70s: trans am with the T top and 18 wheelers. My brother loved trucks and had posters of 18 wheelers on his wall. He loved the song Convoy and the movie...with Kris Kristofferson. I was born in the 70s but I do remember them.....and I have the bad haircut to prove I was there! Thanks again for all of the support! It's appreciated SO MUCH. -Mark
@@8MinuteAxe How could I forget Trans Ams? I had a friend who had a 1974 Trans Am with a 455 cu. in. engine. It had no external door handles. To get into the car, he had to insert his key in the door lock and turn it to rool down the window. He then opened the door with the internal door handle. I never thought that that system would deter a determined car thief.
Great list.
Hey Zach. Thanks so much. Please watch again if you can. The channel is really struggling over the last two weeks. Share too if you have time. I really do appreciate the support. Have a great weekend. -Mark
Amazing video dude. You really went the extra mile on getting these songs down like the original. I REALLY ENJOYED THIS ONE!
Hey brother. Thanks so much. I really appreciate that. I worked hard on this one and I'm happy with the way it came out! Have a great weekend. Mark
I absolutely love the 12 string sound on guitar. I wouldn't mind having one myself to play
Dude !! That was such a cool trip down memory lane… nice playing too! Thanks man!!
I love the 12 String! I had a Fender Villager when I was young and want to get back into the 12 String. Thank you for making these videos.
I really enjoy your music and I will own a 12 string guitar one day. You rock. ❤🎸
Hey Cynthia. I really appreciate your time and support. I hope you have an amazing weekend. -Mark
Do it now!
Wow! Great list! Great songs! Very well played! Thanks! :)
Hey brother. Thanks so much. I really appreciate your time and support and I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I really enjoyed making this one. Take care and be well. -Mark
Excellent choices Mark. Like some of the others, Maggie May makes my list, but then, I’d have to drop something! Bummer, I can’t decide which one to drop! Keep up the excellent work. I look forward to your videos every week!
Hey Jim. Thanks so much. I'm surprised at how many people mentioned Maggie May. That wouldn't have been the next one on my list. I would have put Horse with No Name and Wild Horses above it. I'm actually going to perform it this weekend at a gig. Thanks so much for all of the support. I really do appreciate it so much. Take care. -Mark
With so many Great 12 string songs to choose from the 70's. You did them justice with this pick Mark ! It pretty much summed up the genres and sounds of the 12 String from that era. Very pleased to see Gordan Lightfoot made your cut. What a phenomenal singer, song writer, 12 string guitarist ! Thanks Mark for all your time and effort to bring us good content !! Until the next video, Stay Safe and have a Great weekend !!
Hey Charles. I really appreciate your comment. I've actually been thinking about doing a full cover of Wreck but I'd need to get a strong baritone to sing it. I'm a tenor with a very limited range and I couldn't do it justice. I took my time with this one and got a bit more detailed with the riffs than I normally do. I'm glad I did as a lot of viewers have commented about it. Thanks again for all of the support. I appreciate it so much. I hope you're having a great weekend. Take care and stay safe. -Mark
Excellent choices, Mark. Your videos have inspired me to pick up my 12 string to practice more often. I actually had not played for years, and when I found a great buy on a Martin 12 string at Guitar Center that got me playing again. Now I split my time between the 6 and 12.
Hey Robert. That's so great to hear. If I can inspire even a single person to play more then it's all worth it. I wasn't much of a 12 string player until a couple of years ago. Now it's a huge part of my playing and I even use it for half the songs at live solo shows. The Martin and Taylor entry level 12s are both fabulous guitars. It's hard to justify spending $2500 on a 12-string unless you're Leo Kottke. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. -Mark
"Don and his henchmen" Haha, undoubtably one of the hardest songs to cover on TH-cam.
Felder borrowed the Hotel riff
@@knowmusicman157from who?
@@chenelisha1053 The chord progression. Jethro Tull. Tune called We used to know. Eagles opened for Tull on an early tour. Probably when Don got the riff.
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@@knowmusicman157 I can actually hear it, you’re right bud. Although there are “worst” rip-offs, I can definitely see where you’re coming from. Sounds too similar to be a coincidence
Still my favorite video that you've done.
Great selection of some 70’s classics! I really liked the video overlays where you play a fill to a song. I find these videos very inspirational to play some songs I have not played before in a while.
Always wanted a 12 string. I remember playing my friends 12 string whenever I got the chance and played many of these songs! So very long ago this was, the 70s. You hit all my favorites including The Sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald! Iconic phrasing and melody to me but none of friends were really into that song. Struck me odd back then. I'm a new subscriber but very happy I found your channel. By the way,.. your performances in these videos are excellent! Noticed you have a passion for the 12 string! Like I said, always wanted one but is what it is. Thanks for sharing!
Well done, sir. The seventies was a target rich environment for the twelve string. Great choices. I always learn something watching your videos. Thanks for that.
Hey Woodman. Thanks so much. I really appreciate it. Honestly, I like the research and the factoids even more than the playing. My original goal was to have a channel where I talk about classic rock but that wasn't what the YT gods had in store for me. Don't get me wrong, I'm very grateful for the success I've had. I know that for every channel with 100k subs there are millions with 100 subs. I try to remember that when things are trending down for the channel like they have lately. Anyway, I really do thank you for your time and support. Please take care and be well. -Mark
Agree. In the 70s the 12 string was heard everywhere. Not as much today unfortunately.
All great songs! And real nice and suttel effects
Hey Fausto. Thanks so much. I tried to go the extra mile with these and I'm glad I did. A lot of people have appreciated it. Please enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. -Mark
Thank you for this, Mark. I had that Yes album and would come home from classes, put it on and crank up the volume. One of the great bands of all time in my not so humble opinion.
Hey Ross. For sure. As I mentioned in the video, my brother was a huge Rush fan. While I gravitated towards the Beatles and Clapton, he listened to a ton of Yes, especially The Yes Album and Fragile. I like Close to the Edge the best but I know the other two much better from hearing them 100s of times. I really appreciate all of the support. I hope you're having a great weekend. Take care. -Mark
Good selection
I love this songs
The sad thing about More Than A Feeling is that the singing was also exceptional. And yes, I'm old enough that I was working in a music store when this came out.
Hey BB. You mean sad because of the tragic end of Delps life? I recently watched the local news report where they interviewed a couple of his neighbors that had no idea that he was famous. Amazing vocals for sure. One other interesting thing I recently found out. The story about just about every record company passing is a fallacy. Right from Tom's mouth: he put "about 30" cassettes in an envelope and heard back from 8! The fact that ANY of the 30 didnt just throw the package away is a miracle. I bet the 8 that responded were the 8 that listened. And I believe 3 were interested. To me its quite the opposite if the myth. Anybody that heard it may not have wanted to sign them right away but they knew it was good! Have a great weekend. Mark
First of all, you were lookin' sharp in that powder blue suit my friend. Secondly, love And You and I. Thanks for including that!
I even simulated the portamento keyboard part on the guitar. LOL
Another great video! Can hardly wait to get the tab! Thanks again!
Hey Jim. The tabs are in your inbox. Let me know if you need help with anything. Mark
Great list Mark! 38 years young but grew up listening to all these classic 70's greats!!
got extremely lucky to be the heir of a 1980s japanese 12 string guitar, so happy that i found this channel 😁😁
Nice list. The Zeppelin songs all deserved to be on the list. That's the Way and Over the Hills and Far Away are to of my favorite songs to play on my 12 String. Thanks.
Excellent as usual !! Thanks for that
during the commercial i forgot what i was watching till you started playing Wreck of The Edmund Fitzgerald. such a great song and you were playing it so perfectly, then you stopped and i remebered this was a compilation of 12 string hits from the 70s.
it sure would have been nice to hear it all. hey, this is also one great campfire song.
Great video I enjoyed it immensely thank you very much sir
Nice one Axe. You sure put a lot of work on these buddy.
Thanks Mal. I went the extra mile on this one with the guitar simulating the portamento keys on Yes and the guitar on Wreck. This one was more fun to make than some of the others. I really appreciate it. I hope you're well. Take care and have a great weekend. Mark
@@8MinuteAxe thanks Buddy...
Amazing playing!
Hey Graham. I really appreciate that. I'm glad you enjoyed it. For some reason, I enjoyed making this one more. I went the extra mile on Wreck and the Yes tune. I even recorded three others that I didn't use including Xanadu by Rush. Anyway, enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. -Mark
I really enjoyed the content.
Hey Nino. Thanks so much. I really appreciate your support. I hope you're having a great weekend. Take care and stay safe. -Mark
Mark, another fantastic 12 string vid, thanks!!
Hey DH. I really appreciate that. I'm glad you liked the video. I took my time and tried to pay attention to the detail on this one and I think it paid off. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and stay safe. -Mark
Sounded fantastic. Good job much appreciated. Agree 70s are the best comes to music. ✌️🌺
What a great video, and I really like your hat. Keep rocking. ❤🎸😇
Floyd is my favorite. So many loved ones gone now, so many i miss. RIP Dusty Hill
Love the 70's. Great list!
Hey brother. I really appreciate it. I hope you're having a great weekend. Take care and stay safe. -Mark
Thanks for the memories. I was 16 in 1976 and Styx was one of my favorite bands. Yours playing is Awesome.
Hey David. Thanks so much. I really appreciate your time and comment. I was only 5 in 76 but Styx was a big part of my childhood. Tommy Shaw still looks like he's 30 years old today. LOL. Please have a great week and take care. -Mark
Love this video on the decade most people forget. Everything 12-string related is awesome!
I have thesame guitar Vangoa 12 string excellent guitar cant beat the price for sure.
I love the Force ghost for the Edmund Fitzgerald. I could listen to that all day.
It was my brother's favorite song growing up so it played over and over. It has a big place in my head and heart. Mark
#2 will always be my #1! Goosebumps every time.
Stairway to heaven and more than a feeling...
The untimative 12 string songs
Hey Ralf. I agree. A lot of people in my generation point to Bon Jovi and the older generation points to Mr Tambourine Man. I appreciate you checking out the video and commenting. Have a great day and take care. Mark
Great selection. I'd have to agree. The 70's ruled for the 12 string.
Great video!
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Love em all
Awesome list! Another great video Mark!
Hey brother. I really appreciate all of your support. I'm glad you enjoyed the video and I hope you're having a great weekend. Take care my friend. -Mark
Like your picks for the list, but I would have swapped out 'and you and i' in place for 'maggie may'
Hey Sean. Thanks for checking it out and for giving me your list. I actually had Xanadu by Rush in there instead of Closer to the Heart but I figured Xanadu followed by And You and I followed by Edmund would lose people. Even though Edmund was a huge #1 hit a lot of people are unfamiliar with it. I hope you have a great weekend. Take care and stay safe. -Mark
As always, immaculate stuff.
You picked well, and you played them very well. I just bought an Ovation 12. I love it
Great video legend thank you
Really enjoyed your selections and in particular your performance!
Hey Michael. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I spent more time and attention to detail on this one. When I decided to do Yes I thought 'I can't leave out the keyboard part' so I simulated it on guitar with the help of some effects and then when I was doing Wreck I thought 'this is really boring without the lead guitar' so I dubbed that in too. Everybody seems to really appreciate it so I'm glad I took the time. I appreciate your time and comment. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. -Mark
Fantastic choices! Hotel California (on vinyl) was the first song I remember hearing as a child around 4 or 5 years old and sparked my love for music.
Great memories! Great playing!
Thanks so much Burton. I really appreciate it. There were a lot to choose from and it was painful to cut some. Here's a more comprehensive video I did 25 FAMOUS 12 STRING RIFFS th-cam.com/video/8Eteg4fqQ-E/w-d-xo.html. Thanks so much for your time and comment. Have a great evening and take care. -Mark
This really may have been the best of this series yet. Bravo my friend !
Great picks! I've owned a number of 12-strings since I was about 15. You have me a few more songs to learn!
Hey man. It's funny. I thought I knew the majority of 12 string songs when I started the channel but I didn't know 10% of them. I've received an incredible education over the past 2 years. It's been awesome. I really appreciate your time and comment. I hope you have a great week. Please take care. -Mark
I could play "That's The Way" all day and never get bored. One of my favorite songs of all-time. When I learned how to play, "Over The Hills and Far Away", it was a milestone in my guitar learning days. By the way, I am pretty sure Chris Squire "pats" the strings with his palms on the intro to, "And You and I" 😉.
Wow, those are some sweet sounds !
Thanks. Does the club you're at now allow youtube? 😂🤣
Great 12 string playing ... great groups and songs :)
Hey Peter. Thanks so much. I really appreciate your time and comment. I really enjoyed making this one. I'm glad I went the extra mile with And You and I and Wreck of the Fitz. People seem to appreciate the attention to detail which makes all the work worth it. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. -Mark
I like your choices a lot! Thanks for doing this.
Thank you DC. I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment. I hope you're having a great weekend. Take care and be well. -Mark
Thank you Mark. Perfect lineup
Excellent. ✌️❤️
One more thank you to you my friend.
well done, I always find at least one stand out song to learn each time I watch your song lists. ....nomatter howmwny times i view your video's I always find a song that just catch my attention , and there is my next project song,-- thank you
Thanks again Brian!
I started playing the 12-string early this year and I really appreciate your focus on the instrument. I’m familiar with almost all of these songs, but I didn’t know that Edmund Fitzgerald & Horse with No Name were originally recorded on the 12-string. Even more reason to learn them! Thanks again!
Hey Matthew. It took me 20 years to find my way to the 12 string. I cant believe how many songs use one. All Along the Watchtower, Mysterious Ways, Sloop John B, She Came in Through the Bathroom Window all 12 string songs. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comment. Have a great weekend and take care. Mark
So many of my favourites on there and the Gordon Lightfoot Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald which I hadn't heard before, so thanks for that.
Hey Mark, nice video. Nice to see you get Yes in there. Steve Howe was and is definitely one of the best 12 string players out there. Happy New Year!
Awesome list!!! Full of classics! And the best part is that you flew under Henley's radar!! That takes skills 😎
A song you missed that is also a really good example of a 12 string played at it's full potential is Deja Vu by CSNY. But still, great list and great video, Mark!! Peace ✌🏼
Love Deja Vu. And I feel like I've been here before. I think Carry On may be a 12 too... So much to choose from in the 70s.