He has kept the blues relevant, and brought it to a new and younger audience, love the guy he just loves playing, honest and humble to this day

I used to have a long soak in the bath every Sunday evening and listen to a Dutch rock radio station, the reception was awful but they played some really cool music. One night I heard this guitar player who was just out of this world playing a Jethro Tull tune, his tone, his choice of notes and his rendition of this song was unbelievable. I prayed that they would mention the artists name at the end of the tune (they did not always) and as I do not speak Dutch I had to really listen to catch it. Joe Bonamassa was the name and I've been following him ever since. The guy is very friendly, very humble and his attitude to fans reminds me very much of Rory Gallagher. Nice guys can sometimes finish first

he seems like a really genuine humble guy and his dedication to preserving vintage instruments and sharing it with us all is wonderful.

Every time I see or hear Joe, I become a bigger fan. His playing is absolutely phenomenal, but to me thats not necessarily the biggest draw. When Joe talks about the music of other musicians, he speaks with the expertise of a true fan. He talked about Jeff Becks album like it was a book he'd read 100 times. So I know that when he pays tribute to another artist or speaks complementary of them he is not just paying lip service for the sake of packaging or marketing his own stuff... He has as much genuine passion for listening as he does for playing, and that translates into his amazing performances. He seems to be a genuinely good man and there is no doubt about his dedication and willingness to work. So as someone who started this Bonamassa journey as a respectful skeptic, Ive made more of a turn around that I ever would have predicted. Maybe the hardest working guy in music? ..one of. Thanks Joe. Much continued success.

I love that Joe has kept a very sweet sense of humor, and that he is FUN. yes, he is masterful with his playing. His stage prescense is intense as f, and he can sing so danged well.

I'm a huge fan of JB for his guitar mastery but even more so for his humility!

I just met him and I'm blown away by his music and style. I love you Joe and love your music.

Joe fought for his passion and won. I fought and lost after broken. I keep my musical dream. Congrats to Joe; to all his backers and to all his fans including myself. Thank you.

It's great to see there are still people who actually know how to play an instrument, and make good music... Hopefully, someday, good old blues based Rock N Roll will make a comeback --- most of what we have today is pathetic...

I've seen many doc's on him on youtube, love his style,personality, and his love for the older amps and guitars. My new favorite!

I've been a rockin roller since the 60's, but as I have gotten older I wasn't that aware of the new talent emerging like I would have in back in the 70's especially. A few years ago I ran accross a concert I believe was on PBS, which first introduced me to him. At that time I said, " Well who the hell is this guy ", I really thought he was a blow hard, one man band kind of guy, of which I thought was just a everyday JOE, who could play great guitar, that I couldn't deny. Now over the past 5 years or so and especially from hearing the story concerning the record industry, which we have all known for years was true and his desire to be remain pure to his audience and his music, I'm totally getting on board. I see him coming into the main stream music would very, very soon and final;y getting the kind of recognition he truly deserves. Joe is a fantastic artist who deserves ever accolade that he receives, and it will be great to see him up front and in there faces / record industry showing that the dream can come true and has with Joe, THANKS JOE for keeping it ALL real and ALIVE, keep carrying the torch Joe.

I appreciate this video. Helps me understand the history of Joe. Not everyone will get it, that's ok- don't feel bad- move along... This is the story of a talented guy who isn't hidden away and marketed as a deity. The music of the 60's and 70's will always be the best ever. But it's 2015 and I'm sure glad that great music is still being made. And I'm glad it is different. I want it- and more

Joe has stack of talent, he is simply very very special but what I picked on him as well, he comes across as just normal nice guy! Good personality with simple honest passion and a lot of talent makes the unit called Joe Bonamassa. Great combination!! Love it :-)

Ive seen Joe (3) times in small venues. I got to meet him after his show in CT, he was genuine. Joe is a nice guy.

I appreciate how well rounded Joe B is. He can play nearly all styles of guitar and play them well and do it with the proper vintage equipment. His humility is the best part.

Joe Plays with one of the coolest and finest bassists i ve ever seen

I love his guitar playing, one of the best blues players today.

I am confused are the 49 dislikes and negative comments from people who never played an instrument, or just from people who's bands spend years learning to play cover songs? The guy is no beginner and obviously a lot of talent established players feel the same and I tend to think when he plays with BB or Glenn Hughes they do it because he brings something to the table. Personally, i don't believe great players make great music just because your a craftsman doesn't mean I am going to feel it...it also doesn't mean you suck, there is no shame in respecting a persons long time commitment to his/her art and this guy can loves to play.

Saw Joe perform recently in San Antonio. He blew the roof off the place. He and his band were so effin badass!!

JB has been on pbs VT several times, first time I saw him was maybe in 2013, 2014. One time I watched the 'Carnegie Hall' concert and then it totally hit me.... eff'n WOW! Luckily I had recorded that so I could see it several times and every time I watched it I liked it more than the previous time. But nothing prepared me for a life performance, in St. Augustine FL this last november. That was beyond my imagination. When I got home that evening, remembering what I had heard and seen, I realised that I hadn't been so completely in love with the music, show and a musician since... since... since I was a teenager? I just cannot remember when that was because it is many decades ago. And I am so happy I can still feel this compassionate about music. Music, I can not live without it. And JB has proven that good music is still been made. I have no words to express my gratitude for that.

Just about 3 or 4 years ago I found Joe, and he's never let me down.

These personal pieces on Joe and his family and his upbringing are so very important in bridging the divide between him, as an artist, and the listener who knows the guitarist "with the funny name." I can go back and listen with a new ear because I really feel like I know Joe. To those who don't get his style, there are many artists who don't resonate with everyone. The one thing no one can take away from Joe is his dedication, from a young age, to the craft and art of playing. My Strat collection will never be played as well as someone like Joe but, someday, when I pass them on, I hope they inspire some kid to do what Joe has done. Making it in the music business is nearly impossible. But creating a new music business that works is a tribute to his teams dedication on not taking "no" for an answer. Thanks for sharing with us Joe... Godspeed to your and your career and your family.

Congrats Joe, Great to see a real sensible person down to earth while loving what you're doing. Cheers, also to Roy and Kevin. Teamwork = fabulous ! Thanks for sharing this doc.

Joe is really great. He's a true blues-rock guitar master. I've seen him live before and I have tickets once again to see him in March. He really loves the genre! He emotes about the guitarists who've influenced him. His playing pays homage to them.

Great artist and humble. Love it when he stands in his own meet and greet line. Great team Joe!

God Bless Joe! He is genuine. I have been playing since I was 15yrs old and I have to say now at 60 plus Joe is an inspiration.

Just saw him at the Moore in Seattle. It was one of the best gifts to see and hear him live. Joe your beyond talented your a gift to music and my ears are blessed !! Love ya and thanks for you. I look forward to what you do next. See you again !! 🤘🎶🎸🤘

Rock on Joe! Love watching your videos. Admire the hardwork!

Thank you so much for this video I absolutely love seeing The process and getting to know Joe on a more personal level. I will always be one of his biggest fans. I wish I could work for J&R in any capacity lol I could be the coffee girl. Just to be involved with such a challenging and inspiring dynamic would make my life worth while on a whole other level. Music has and always will be such a huge force in my life and listening to Joe’s music has carried me through many emotional storms. Love what y’all are doing. Thanks again for posting

Well lets see, he is a great guitar player, vocalist and song writer that works his butt off touring. That may be part of why he is the Blues man.

Someone I’ve always admired along with Robin Trower just so full of talent a pure gift to all music lovers .

Just saw him in Saint Augustine May 10, 2018. Never heard of him before I bought the tickets. It was a mind blowing fantastic concert. Thanks Joe. Please come again.

Joe, you're awesome! Thanks for the music.

Love this man completely….Joe Bonamassa is in a league of his own…a wonderful human being and talented musician..❤❤❤❤❤

Cant wait for part two!

Thank you for all your inspirationally driven music, you are a positive influence in peoples lives and you make this world a better place🙏🙏🙏

great video joe ! i remember you playing in utica ny when you were 12 and was blown away and after all these years to see you still jamming is awesome !

I’m so glad (as a longtime Bluesrock guitarist myself) that Joe, Ron and Kevin have found a way to have success in the Music industry with a talent like Joe. Great work guys, and for believing in each other ...

Came across Joe B's music about 7 yrs. ago and have been a fan since about one minute in...have been listening to blues for 30+ yrs. and playing blues guitar for about 20 (not to his level by any means) and he hit a new level with me immediately with all he brought to the table with a great guitar...but his producer hit it right on the head putting phenomenal band and later an entire orchestra behind him to just accentuate his awesome talent was genius...

Great ‘documentary’ ... wow ... & Mister B. made ME cry @my 2nd time seein’him, as he & the band performed Self Inflicted Wounds 19OCT19, ✌️🤟💕🎶🤓🎸

In 2020 I'm buying more cd's than ever. Live the last 2 Bonamassa albums, great work guys.

Joe is amazing. What a fantastic player and musician. His alternate picking is superb.

Thank you for posting . This is 👍

JB has beat the industry, but being a completely independent artist is rough. You have to tour constantly, you have to record constantly, and your biggest revenue will come not from the music itself but from the merch and other gigs. Check out the Indie Band Survival Guide if you're interested in this sort of stuff. JB didn't beat the industry solo either. Kevin handles production. Roy handles management. Therein lies the lesson for independent artists: you need a support team if you want to go far.

What a great story. Joe deserves all his success and more, he never gave up - thank goodness! He just gets better and better ❤️

what a lovely story to come out of the music industry, one that these days no one hears about, and he's overloaded with talent, if he comes to TO hope can afford to see him

Just saw Joe the fourth time in Santa Barbara. Damn he keeps getting better. Great show !!!

Great musician and decent person-- from a huge fan, Thank you Joe!

Thanks for helping me keep the positive in my struggling field. I see our dreams could come true...always believe in it and never give up!

Joe is my absolute favorite blues-rock performer, his voice also gives a particular uniqueness to the beautiful songs. - Joe's old friend B.B. King nailed it when he said of the then 12-year old; Joe is - ’One of a Kind!’ 🎸⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you Joe for keeping the blues rockin.

Twelve minutes into this and I'm hooked!

just found about about joe 2 years ago, I love his style and he is original. and man can he play clean and fast! not to mention he has great vibrato.. so much talent he has as a guitar player and singer...

Everything he does is with class, reverence for the craft, and a drive to share the love with fans and the next generation of "torch bearers" as he calls them.

Its good to see your “History” of your Music and love for your Music”❤❤

Joe is THE MAN for this generation, plain and simple. If you don't "feel" it, you'd got your musical ear blocked. PERIOD

Crazy we seen Joe at The Hayfoft in Mt. Clemens, MI. Signed my Fender Strat Plus. Then 2 months later met him again at Cleveland HOB. Great down to earth guy. Wish you well Joe.

I listened to Joe since the band Bloodline. Many people don't even know he played in that band. I was hooked from then on. I actually got to mix monitors for him at a small start up blues festival in wheeling WV when he was playing where ever he could with his first solo artist band.

What a remarkable story...........Tremendous innovation and courage......! Thank you.

Love him !!! 🎵✖🎼✔🌐🌑🍃✴♥🌊🌀🎳🔀♻️💎💍🌂🎹🎸🌐⛵❤🌀💙🌊☀️🎹💙🏁💍

Every guitar player has to study the way he plays his technique is astounding. Very few pull offs and hammer ons his picking technique is world class . Thanks Joe keep on keeping on God Bless .

The young man is gifted beyond belief. It's great they have a good team. But Joe is a once in a lifetime phenomenon. 7 years from this film, I bet he doesn't play to 25-50 crowds anymore! Seeing him in 4 wks. for ♥️Day!🎼🎶🎤🎸🎷🎺🎹 The best ever-

Some very interesting insights by JB and his team- Great players--- Love Michael Rhoades and Anton Fig.

Very cool, I like learning this background information and history.

Joe... I like you because you are humble and true and never forgot where you came from.Thaddeus ProshanskyEast Coast Productions

Joe.... I understand now why you are so GREAT...LISTENING TO EVERY DETAIL. BECOMING THE MAN YOU ARE....KEEPING THE STYLE OF MUSIC WITH SUCH PASSION ALIVE. Music is not who you become...ITS WHO YOU ARE....FAIT WILL YOU PLAY THE BLUES FOR ME

I bought all 4 CD's and they are great to listen to.

This was cool to see looking forward to pt 2

Inspirational. Looking forward to getting the DVD's.

Joe looking forward to finally hearing you live( Salt lake City) and like everyone else that knows your dedication and your contribution to blues and to music would love to sit down and just jam joke and laugh with a idol. Thanks in advance Joe and to the many who made it possible for Salt lake to hear tomorrow.

I LOVE Joe B. so my opinion may be somewhat bias. In this great free country we are lucky enough to live in; how can you not root for the underdog?? An extremely gifted musician wants to make his living doing what he loves. For Joe wanting to keep control of his music by owning it (sign with a record company and you WILL lose control) I say why not ?? Playing the Blues is not a big market your trying to appeal to, why give the record company your hard earned money?? I LOVE YOUR MUSIC JOE !! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND I WILL KEEP BUYING YOUR ALBUMS & SEEING ALL THE SHOW I CAN POSSIBLY SEE !!!!!! STEVE FREEMAN NORFOLK, VA

You are a talented wonderful gift to our lives.

Joe is by far one of the greatest, not only musicians/blues/guitar players, but people in the whole universe. I found out about him very late but I cannot gen enough of his music ever since. He is a pure inspiration to me and my dreams as a musician.

I don't like blues music but I have great respect for this guy's obvious talent and tenacious attitude.

This makes my f***** eyes water, very rare, honesty, trust, integrity, God Bless these guys forever.

I looove this and Joe ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Whoever paired Joe with Beth Hart is A+ genius.

thanks for sharing this with us

Joe is a great ambassador for the tradition of brilliant rock and blues guitar players of the 60,s and 70,s. A great and very tasteful musician and we love him over here in England !

you would find success on any level joe your amazing!!! roy is cool but your the main event..i love what you do!!!!!!!!!

Outstanding !

just saw Joe in Nashville(Ryman) and he was great. Did not play 3 of his best songs for some reason but it was great! Kenny Wayne Shepard came on to help him with one song. Joe's live shows are world class! All the musicians are top notch.

What a story. No Illuminate problems here !! Impressed with your attitudes !! ♡♡♡

5 oktober 2014 Antwerpen. Seeing him for the first time. exiting

I just saw Joe at the Chicago theater. He made ME cry. Twice!

Great talent your singing is as good too love it

I realize from FB that Joe Bonamassa is truly, on a mission, even being gifted, he is finding his chops, and they will be good.

This is awesome !

This man is authentic on top of a prodigy with a killer work ethic. Just an amazing man from everything I've ever seen and heard. My gosh.

Love joe's music

Great Story!!! Seems like a great guy!

There is a good reason that Joe Bonamassa is so respected and revered in the music industry and this series of clips and his wonderful catalogue of music start to show why.

He's an inspiration... and some of my favorite medicine...

Definitely a lot of learning for all guitarists and indie peeps

incredible I just discovered Joe Bonamassa my home town London

I am and always will be a JB fan... He inspires me to keep practicing.... Thanks Joe...

Joe is an artist, a very accomplished artist, that knows what he wants, and has the common sense and intelligence to know who to work with, and how, to get it, and entertain us very much all at the same time. Kudos, Joe. Oh, and thanks for your many interesting videos about guitar playing and such. Survive and thrive, Joe. Keep it real.

Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!

What a class act, I love me some Joe

great insight Joe - thanx