Derek Trucks, renowned slide guitar virtuoso, admits to occasionally forgetting his slide mid-performance - learn how he chooses when to utilize it.
In the world of music, Derek Trucks continues to captivate audiences with his exceptional guitar skills and unique style. The latest release from Tedeschi Trucks Band, "Mad Dogs & Englishmen Revisited: Live At LOCKN'", showcases this brilliantly.
During the recording of this album, Trucks brought his A-game, delivering notable guitar solos, such as on "The Letter". Interestingly, for this track, Trucks opted for fretted fingerstyle playing without a guitar pick.
Trucks, known for his mastery of the glass slide, sometimes forgets he has it with him during performances. However, on "Mad Dogs & Englishmen Revisited: Live At LOCKN' ", his decision to use the slide was made at the last minute. The absence of slide playing from Trucks in a live performance would be unusual, but the spirit of the live event was captured beautifully by the ensemble of musicians involved.
The production of the album was a collaborative effort, with contributions from original Mad Dogs members such as Rita Coolidge, Claudia Lennear, and Chris Stainton, as well as guest artists including Chris Robinson, Warren Haynes, Anders Osborne, and Dave Mason. The performance also featured Leon Russell and other guest stars, making for a vibrant and collaborative live event.
The band has already started playing some of the 17 songs from the new album live. Some audience members at these performances think they recognize the new songs, a testament to the band's strong connection with their fans.
Meanwhile, Trucks' friend and fellow Allman Brothers Band alumnus Warren Haynes puts his own spin on Blue Sky by performing it live with a slide. This shows the versatility and influence of Trucks' unique style.
Trucks admires guitarists like Jeff Beck who can make guitar playing sound like slide playing without actually using a slide. This versatility in Trucks' playing style is evident in his solos, which can change the grammar and phrasing depending on whether he uses the slide or fretted fingerstyle.
In fact, Trucks often changes his playing style during solos, using both slide and fretted fingerstyle. This adaptability allows him to tell the story that each song needs, as he stated.
Trucks' performances with Tedeschi Trucks Band often include guest stars, making for dynamic and exciting live shows. This collaborative spirit was also evident in "Mad Dogs & Englishmen Revisited: Live At LOCKN' ".
Stay tuned for Derek Trucks' story of that fateful night's set from Mad Dogs & Englishmen Revisited: Live At LOCKN' which is coming soon to MusicRadar.
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