British guitarist analyses Chet Atkins AND Jerry Reed's stupendous ability level!

Saw Jerry Reed in the mid 1980's and he was a great, down to earth guy. Loved telling stories and cracking jokes. I asked him why his nails we're actually quite trimmed for a finger picker. His response, in the classic Jerry Reed style was "Son! You ever tried to bass fish with long fingernails"? A truely good man with a good heart and soul. Our loss is Heavens gain.

Regardless of your preferred music genre, if you're a guitarist, you have to appreciate their talent.

“Jerry Reed doesn’t know how good he is” - Roy Clark.

You have an amazing grasp of all aspects of music, I've watched maybe 20 of your videos and learned more about music then the rest of my life combined. So many things that I never noticed or have even been aware of.

One of the things I like about watching country musicians, especially in jam sessions, is their obvious joy in what they are doing.

This guy's analysis cannot be overstated, he's got it spot on in every video, with every aspect of their playing. 10/10

Jerry Reed was such an underrated musician. Not only could he pick away on guitar with great technicality but he was such a good songwriter. Plus his quick wit and humor could be found nearby. May he rest in peace and his soul jam on.

Gotta love guys like Jerry and Roy Clark who were such CASUAL monsters on their instruments! They'd play the "beer-drinkin', good ol' boy, fun lovin'" naturals, all the while absolutely concealing how many hours it must have taken to become as great as they were on their instruments. Pure showmanship.

Jerry Reed was a great guitarist but also a great songwriter and underrated as an actor. An extremely talented entertainer!

I love your absolute appreciation for all types of music and styles. It's clear that the talent of these performers makes you happy. That's the love I have for music also. All styles, all genres and all instruments. Keep up the great work Fil.

Right before he starts, Jerry says: “Pray for me”. I love being a Southerner.

I have always appreciated your open mindedness in analyzing different guitarists' techniques.I also appreciate your humbleness.Keep your videos coming please!!! Thanks.

I love your attitude of other players too. You seem like a really humble guy yourself. I sense NO arrogance on your part at all. Quite refreshing actually . And you introducing guitarists of today to appreciate good players of different styles. You're so musically open minded, I love it, and I'm sure many others feel the same way. And you don't miss a thing, with each player. You are so analytical in everything that the player executes. And makes me wonder how someone like you, your generation has the ability of being so open minded and non judgemental which is so prevalent these days. Kudos to you Phil and your show, very well done, and quite professional. Keep up the good work. Have you done a review etc of Jimi Hendrix yet? I saw your SRV review and noticed you didn't catch his strong Jimi Hendrix influence. I'd love to see you and hear you review Jimi playing Voodoo Chile...

I do love this guy. I’m older so I feel like he’s telling me what I already know but his love of the music is obvious. So cool.

Oddly enough, as great as Chet was, he often said Jerry Reed was better. These guys rarely played at a 100% level. They'd throw in just enough to let others know, See?, that's just a taste! You can't handle everything I got! Jerry came to Nashville in the early 60's and found Chet at RCA studios and played for him. Chet hired him for studio work right then. They soon started jamming and Chet discovered just how good Jerry was. A man of many talents was our Snowman. Playing, writing, singing, acting and overall making everyone feel good. He was the perfect foil for the laid back Chet. We are better off for having their music to go back and listen to and watch.

It's nice to see someone younger recognize just how awesome these gentlemen were on guitar. I say younger because I'm 56 and grew up watching these men and actually attended a Jerry Reed concert. He was spot on live too. I appreciate your narration and the truth in your observations. Thanks for your videos and appreciation of past legends.

Love you explanations.... you’re very articulate and make things clear to even non-musicians like me. Thank you!

Fil, I love your appreciation of these great artists. It helps me realize just how talented Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed were.

You can hear Jerry chuckle at 5:15 bc he knows how hard and how awesome that sweep picking run Chet pulled off was. Makes me chuckle too, in a jealous way lol

When I started this video I though You are going to criticize. Watching your face, You totally enjoyed it. Sir, you are such a First Class Act. My hat is off to you. All my best, <<< Jim >>>