RIP Jeff Beck (78), virtuoso rock guitarist

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In summary, Jeff Beck, the British guitar virtuoso who rose to prominence in the 1960s as a member of the Yardbirds and later embarked on an acclaimed and prolific solo career, died Jan. 10. He was 78.
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Jeff Beck, the British guitar virtuoso who rose to prominence in the 1960s as a member of the Yardbirds and later embarked on an acclaimed and prolific solo career, died Jan. 10. He was 78.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertain...irtuoso-rock-guitarist-dies-at-78/ar-AA16eqam

Beck performed lead guitar with the Yardbirds (1965-1966). The other two were Eric Clapton (1963–1965, later of Cream) and Jimmy Page (1966–1968, later of Led Zeppelin).

Beck had a great solo career. My favorite album is Blow by Blow (1975), with the tune "Cause we've ended as lovers". Wired (1976) is also a decent album.https://apnews.com/article/jeff-beck-dies-6fafc82a3f8fe8e27d6f6e39a215e28d
 
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Blow by Blow is unbelievable, although I have a soft spot for his Yardbirds stuff. I saw him in ’89 or ‘90 with Stevie Ray Vaughn. I have never scene such thorough mastery of an instrument.
 
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Here’s a performance from 2010 of his that I like.
 
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Here’s a performance from 2010 of his that I like.
Wow, beautiful. Turn up the volume! :smile:
 
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I always overlooked this guy because he was always next to Jeff Buckley in used book/cd/vinyl store. Watching these videos makes me really wish I hadn’t. This stuff contends with Jeff Buckley…..not an easy thing for me to say at all considering I’m a Buckley fanatic.

Excuse me for derailing the thread. I’m floored. I haven’t felt this taken back from music in a while.

This music is from another world. In a good way.
 
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A little piece of my world is gone. This will continue, piece by piece, until one day it all goes away.
 
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A little piece of my world is gone. This will continue, piece by piece, until one day it all goes away.
Many of my hero's are already gone.
John Lennon, Jim Morrison, Elvis, Bowie, Buddy Rich.

Paul McCartney will be a big one for me also the Stones, Robert Plant, Focus, Yes and Deep Purple. All in their 70s.
 
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Jeff Beck, the British guitar virtuoso who rose to prominence in the 1960s as a member of the Yardbirds and later embarked on an acclaimed and prolific solo career, died Jan. 10. He was 78.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertain...irtuoso-rock-guitarist-dies-at-78/ar-AA16eqam

Beck performed lead guitar with the Yardbirds (1965-1966). The other two were Eric Clapton (1963–1965, later of Cream) and Jimmy Page (1966–1968, later of Led Zeppelin).

Beck had a great solo career. My favorite album is Blow by Blow (1975), with the tune "Cause we've ended as lovers". Wired (1976) is also a decent album.https://apnews.com/article/jeff-beck-dies-6fafc82a3f8fe8e27d6f6e39a215e28d
My first real exposure to Beck was the album Truth. It also included some vocalist whose voice was so rough I couldn't understand how he got a recording contract.

RIP
 
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Stones, Robert Plant, Focus, Yes and Deep Purple
I liked the Beatles in the 60s, but I grew into the other bands like Traffic, Cream, Rolling Stones (pre-1972), King Crimson, The Moody Blues, Wishbone Ash, Jethro Tull, The Who, Led Zeppelin, Robin Trower, Yes, Deep Purple, Pink Floyd, ELP (Emerson, Lake & Palmer) - mostly bands of the 60s and 70s.
 
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I liked the Beatles in the 60s, but I grew into the other bands like Traffic, Cream, Rolling Stones (pre-1972), King Crimson, The Moody Blues, Wishbone Ash, Jethro Tull, The Who, Led Zeppelin, Robin Trower, Yes, Deep Purple, Pink Floyd, ELP (Emerson, Lake & Palmer) - mostly bands of the 60s and 70s.
I think our albums would correlate, plenty of gatefold!
 
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I liked the Beatles in the 60s, but I grew into the other bands like Traffic, Cream, Rolling Stones (pre-1972), King Crimson, The Moody Blues, Wishbone Ash, Jethro Tull, The Who, Led Zeppelin, Robin Trower, Yes, Deep Purple, Pink Floyd, ELP (Emerson, Lake & Palmer) - mostly bands of the 60s and 70s.
I dig your list. You ever listen to _The Nice_? Arthur Brown? Mike Oldfield?
 
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The Nice_? Arthur Brown? Mike Oldfield?
Yeah, I would add those too, and Free, 10cc, Humble Pie and Black Sabbath.

Oldfield's Tubular Bells is outstanding.
 
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Oldfield's Tubular Bells is outstanding.
I'd have to do some looking, but somewhere I have that on an 8 track tape.
 
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I do listen to Jeff Beck sometimes, but I would not call him a virtuoso because his technical skills on the instrument is (well was) not that great, which is what virtuoso means. That said, he was quite innovative and had great feeling.

Fav albums is "who else" (the first I heard) and "guitar shop" (was recommended to me, and I still like it a lot)
 
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I'd have to do some looking, but somewhere I have that on an 8 track tape.
@berkeman

I just remembered that I sold that car which had the 8 track player and it had all the 8 track tapes in it. :(
 

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Who was Jeff Beck?

Jeff Beck was an influential English rock guitarist, known for his innovative playing style and contributions to the music industry. He gained fame as a member of the Yardbirds and later formed the Jeff Beck Group. Over his career, he earned numerous awards and accolades, including multiple Grammy Awards.

What were some of Jeff Beck's most famous songs?

Some of Jeff Beck's most famous songs include "Cause We've Ended as Lovers," "Beck's Bolero," "Freeway Jam," and "People Get Ready" (featuring Rod Stewart). These tracks showcase his exceptional guitar skills and have left a lasting impact on rock music.

What made Jeff Beck's guitar playing unique?

Jeff Beck's guitar playing was characterized by his use of a wide range of techniques, including fingerstyle, whammy bar manipulation, and innovative sound effects. He was known for his ability to blend different genres such as rock, blues, jazz, and even electronic music, creating a distinctive and versatile sound.

How did Jeff Beck influence other musicians?

Jeff Beck influenced countless musicians with his technical prowess and creative approach to the guitar. His work inspired many guitarists, including Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, and Eddie Van Halen. Beck's willingness to experiment with different sounds and techniques pushed the boundaries of what could be achieved with the guitar.

What awards and recognitions did Jeff Beck receive during his career?

Throughout his career, Jeff Beck received numerous awards and recognitions. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice—once as a member of the Yardbirds in 1992 and again as a solo artist in 2009. He also won multiple Grammy Awards for Best Rock Instrumental Performance and was widely regarded as one of the greatest guitarists of all time.

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