Jeff Beck

artiebear · January 2023

I haven't been on the forum for a long time, but can't think of anywhere more appropriate to express my feelings of loss ( even grief ? ) at the loss of THE electric guitar player. After the close losses of the last few months, that I dealt with almost stoically, I was amazed at myself for shedding more than one tear at this news. Jeff epitomised the idea of a guitar player. I have just enjoyed a three hour JB wake, from Blow by Blow, through Guitar Shop, to Emotion and and Commotion. All brilliant. Probs won't post here much in future if at all but , thanks JB.

stickyfiddle · January 2023

I've never been a fan but there's no question the guy was one of the all-time greats of the instrument.

RIP

roberty · January 2023

Even if you don't listen to his music you've probably used a Seymour Duncan JB

https://youtu.be/hgBhfsJhk-8

Philtre · January 2023

No way, gods don't die.

Blow by Blow, the biggest influence on my playing.

Thanks Jeff.

bacchanalian · January 2023

I think of Jeff as one of the holy trinity. Possibly the best of all of them.

richardhomer · January 2023

This is a big one. Really became aware of him when he played Cause We Ended as Lovers on the Secret Policeman’s Ball around 1981. A sublime piece of guitar playing.

There are few players have who followed their own path with quite the single-mindedness that he did. No one else really sounds like Jeff Beck.

I went to Eric Clapton’s New Year Party at Woking Leisure Centre this year. I couldn’t help thinking (though he looked, played and sang really well) that one day I’ll wake up to the news he’s no longer with us. Not a day I look forward to…

This generation of players need to be treasured, while they still can.

RIP Jeff - you were one of the very, very best. And thank you…

RandallFlagg · January 2023

I wasn't a massive fan, but a keen admirer. However, his rendition of 'A Day In The Life' for the George Martin album is stunning, one of my favourite guitar instrumentals, superb tone and delicate emotional playing at all the right places.

I don't like it when people we grew up listening to start leaving us, reminds me that the clock never stops ticking and one day, one hour and one minute has my name on it...

DrJazzTap · January 2023

Oh FFS that's terrible news. He was always on my bucket list of people to see live. RIP to an icon.

To me he was like Holdsworth, if you know how great he was you knew , again often copied but nobody could really sound like him.

Boromedic · January 2023

RIP Jeff, a true genius and legend, will be sorely missed, the guitarists guitarist.

guitarmangler · January 2023

RIP. I had the Beck , Bogart and Appice album on cassette growing up and wore it out trying to steal those licks. Amazing player. He always seemed to be reaching for something new through his whole life/career. What a dude.

relic245 · January 2023

I remember sitting round a campfire about 19 years old with a few friends and listening to BBA.

It was like I was hearing music for the first time.

Rip Jeff.

Axe_meister · January 2023

Oddly enough his induction into the Rock'n'Roll hall of fame came up in my YouTube feed last night with him playing with Jimmy Page. What a loss, but boy what and inspiration. Last time I saw him was with Eric Clapton at the O2. Sucj a Rock God with a stage presence that would put people half his age to shame.

guitars4you · January 2023

Only just heard the news and totally gutted - I first got into Beck around the time of There and Back then quickly found out about Wired and Blow by Blow, both of which have been mighty influential to many players - I've seen him live 4 maybe 5 times - Guitar Workshop is a total master piece - I know what will be on my play list today - I know it will come to us all one day but 78 is no age these days - His work will last and influence many guitar players for many more years - RIP Jeff

Teetonetal · January 2023

Probably not most peoples first choice, but I first heard JB in my teens when he played on Blaze of Glory for Jon Bon Jovi. Really an exqusit solo and one of the first where I heard whammy tricks and slide together.

It was years before I found out just how big a name he was and what his contribution to music was.

Great player.

stonevibe · January 2023

The man was a musical genius.

RIP Jeff Beck

https://youtu.be/howz7gVecjE

Jalapeno · January 2023

RIP Jeff Beck, truly unique and a master.

SpankThePlank · January 2023

I found out last night that this legendary player has died.

His touch, tone and his maverick rock god style are unmistakable and there will never be another. I'm gutted and wiping away the tears.

He was so familiar and modest, like a mate. No matter how many times over the last 40 years I have tried to work out his tracks, esp GPPH, there is always some element of mystery. What a guy. What a loss. At least he can have a great jam with Jimi and SRV, etc, etc.

Love you, Jeff! Xx

Kebabkid · January 2023

The great and sadly, late Mike Caswell showcasing Jeff Beck's style

guitars4you · January 2023

Kebabkid said:

The great and sadly, late Mike Caswell showcasing Jeff Beck's style

It is alright showing how to play Two Rivers but those notes are not on my guitar - Not sure if the guitar is faulty or me (I suspect the latter)

maharg101 · January 2023

I read the news today, oh boy...

Jeff Beck was the only guitarist whose playing always raised the hairs on the back of my neck - every time I heard him, from his earliest Yardbirds work onwards.

RIP Jeff

boogieman · January 2023

Even though I started the thread last night I’m still in shock over this. Of all of his era of Brit guitar players, Clapton, Page, Hank, etc etc I always thought Jeff would outlast them all. He always seemed younger, fitter, more tuned into modern life, his music never got stuck in a rut. Then I see he’s gone and I was gobsmacked. I even woke my wife up to tell her the news (she wasn’t impressed).
I’ve seen him play live several times, but I wish it had been more. He was a gobsmacking player: nobody had his phrasing, technique, style and pure emotion in their playing, all instantly recognisable. His song writing was excellent too. A true legend and a complete one off.

mudslide73 · January 2023

I only saw him twice but the first time was from row 6 or something with Vinnie, Tal and Jason Rebello... the closest I've come to a religious experience. The guitar was truly a different instrument in his hands.

RIP Jeff. You were the greatest.

maharg101 · January 2023

R4 just played Beck's Bolero into the 0900 pips. I'm in pieces.

guitars4you · January 2023

The biggest regret IMO is that Jeff and Rod Stewart never got together to do a blues/soul cover album - They talked about it but it never happened - With what Rod has done with the American Song book albums and both did with People Get Ready then it would have been an album I'd have looked forward to hearing - It doesn't sum up or show Jeff Beck at his best, as we know via the likes of Guitar Workshop etc , but 12 tracks based on People Get Ready would be well worth listening to

Jimbro66 · January 2023

His loss is so tragic and so unexpected. Jeff was one of those rare ageless people, still having the demeanour and verve of a much younger man. Nothing about him said ‘elderly’. Always experimenting, always innovating.

He has been the guitar soundtrack to most of my life and the player I have most consistently enjoyed watching and listening to through the decades. Ask any of the top British and American guitarists who the player they most admire is and many will reply Jeff Beck.

Right from his days in the Yardbirds, when most of his contemporaries were reinventing the blues styles of the three Kings, Jeff was already forging his own path. His playing on tracks like ‘Shapes of Things’ and ‘Over, under, sideways, down’ was far removed from the blues and already exploring all those fractions of a tone that became his trademark.

A tremendous loss. A very good friend of mine who is of Jeff’s generation had Jeff in his band for a while in the very early 60s and they have remained firm friends ever since. He is going to be shattered by Jeff’s passing, as are so many others.

RIP Jeff and thanks for showing us just what can be achieved on the guitar. You set the bar high.

fretfinder · January 2023

RIP Jeff, magical guitar player. I’ve had a few of his albums over the years and surprising how often when listening you find yourself saying ‘wait, what was that, what did he just do there? I went with a guitar-playing pal to see him in Bournemouth a few years ago and we were transfixed throughout. Another legend gone, sign of the times, very sad.

axisus · January 2023

I heard the news driving to the gym this morning, and I have to admit that I got a bit teary eyed. Such an iconic and amazing guitarist, like no other. I guess it's the hardest death for me since SRV. I shall play Live at Ronnie Scott's later today, such a brilliant album. I'll follow up with Guitar shop, an album that was very close to my heart when it came out.

Rest in peace Jeff, thanks for being amazing ....

usedtobe · January 2023

Wife just told me. Even though I’m not that familiar with his stuff, I’m well enough aware of how incredibly talented he was, and the regard he’s held in by fans and musicians alike.. I wouldn’t argue with any of the accolades… just an incredible talent..
Even as someone who isn’t a fan, as such, I’m stunned..
RIP JB

welshboyo · January 2023

Jeff's passing has actually hit me harder than Eddie - that was bad enough but this is another level - he was such a huge influence on me - Guitar Shop was probably my 1st album and it took off from there - people talk about BbB and the earlier stuff - for me he came alive in the 80's with Flash and There and Back and then just went stratospheric from there on - right up to the latest stuff.

Saw him quite a few times live (and with Jan H) and it was always an experience - mainly fighting the urge to give up after seeing him play.

For me, he pissed all over Page (messy), Clapton (Boring) and Blackmore (Twat) as a player - never really strayed from what he started out to do, kept his style, kept his head - just a complete and utter legend.

The more the day goes on and the more I delve into his albums (some I haven't visited for some time) the sadder I get that 1 of the true greats that influenced a lot of my other "guitar heroes" has gone and what will we be left with of a similar ilk - nothign really....sorry....

I just hope that the BBC don't highlight the legacy he has left with Hi Ho Silver Fucking Lining.....

jdgm · January 2023

A legend passes. One of my biggest heroes.

Yes it is sad, but he achieved a hell of a lot and leaves a truly magnificent legacy.

R.I.P. Jeff, you were the MAN.

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