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vmflair t1_j3ykhsg wrote

For the youngsters out there, check out “Truth” with Rod Stewart. I had the good fortune of seeing Jeff Beck on his tour with Stevie Ray Vaughan.

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DavoTB t1_j3yl6j7 wrote

Jeff Beck was one of the guitar greats, from the 1960’s through today. Though not as well-known as Hendrix, Clapton or Page, he was extremely talented, developing a unique sound and style. He was also law unto himself, taking left turns throughout his career. He will surely be missed by his many fans worldwide.

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Th3andra t1_j3yuuww wrote

Cant argue with the OG stuff but the stuff around 2000 ( Who Else, You had it coming, jeff) holds a special place in this millenial's heart. RIP Legend

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grafxguy1 t1_j3yv3hm wrote

This is terrible. He's been a huge influence on my guitar playing. Very tasty phrasing, amazing technique and tone to kill for. RIP Jeff Beck

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Jubbly2007 t1_j3yw8ir wrote

I met him a couple times, along with Alan Parsons, when I was working at a fancy hotel in the UK in the 80's. He was really a nice guy. RIP.

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Lonely-Connection-37 t1_j3z27mg wrote

A long time ago I got to see him play with Stevie Ray Vaughan at Cobo Hall, Detroit, Michigan

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teeyodi t1_j3zpcen wrote

It’s funny. I’ve been listening to rock and roll for 50 years and while I’ve heard of Jeff Beck countless times, I cannot recall a single song or album of his. I’ve probably heard some but never knew it. For such a supposed influence and contributor to the genre, his presence went largely unnoticed by me.

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scorpious t1_j3zq53p wrote

My idol. Always preferred the pre-whammy days, but it’s all fucking genius.

So much soul and humor in his playing…. Like EVH, really, at least to my sensibilities. Always a crazy-ass riff out of the blue to put a smile on your face.

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Hesam2010 t1_j3zrr3q wrote

This one is sad. This is very sad.

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DavoTB t1_j43mzsk wrote

Replying to teeyodi (#1,338,412)

He was sometimes “under the radar” compared to the bigger names in music, but made some pop single appearances, such as Bon Jovi’s “Blaze of Glory,” Tina Turner’s “Private Dancer,” and several songs by Rod Stewart (his former bandmate) on “People Get Ready,” and “Infatuation.”

His work with The Yardbirds in the 1960’s covered some well-known tunes, such as “Over, Under, Sideways, Down.” Later, he had a few hits and many albums under his own name. His early Jeff Beck Group released “Beck’s Bolero,” “You Shook Me,” and “I Ain’t Superstitious.” Later, he did mostly instrumental work with George Martin producing, such as the song, “Superstition,” which Stevie Wonder wrote with Beck in mind, but later released himself. He also collaborated with Jan Hammer, Les Paul, Roger Waters, Imelda May, Chrissie Hynde, and Stevie Ray Vaughan among others.

Not known to all music fans, but appreciated by those who found his approach to music engaging.

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