I felt quite encouraged when Chris said it needed more then a single take. Then I heard the first take.

There are a million people who can shred and play great, but lack a "signature" sound in likes of SRV, Gilmour, etc...and you have "that sound" that sticks out above the rest. Definitely one of my favorite players.

Me, I couldn’t care less how many takes. Just the fact that it can be done at all impresses me. This guy is a killer player.

Ad lib? Ad nauseum? Neither. Just “ad”ding to my Friday’s enjoyment. 🎸🇨🇦👍

You definitely have signature moves which you repeat, the struck higher notes, the low note bends, the overdriven quite dark tone, but I find your melodic sensibility refreshing and also very inventive. I bet I could pick out your playing from a long way back.

Dude, you're the best guitar player I've heard in years. Tone, phasing, musicality, dynamics...everything.

I swear man you are the most inspiring guitar player I've come across in the last 20 years, thanks for putting all this content out!

This is what happens when you spend time practicing instead of watching KZfaq all day - like me!

Those effortless slides that are used with hammer-ons, or whatever else you would call it are so freaking unique...

I love you man! You speak like you play, with outstanding articulation, inventive phrasing, sheer subtlety and pure command. Perfect.

One thing I love about your solos is how calm your right hand is compared to your left.

Killer band Chris. You are wise beyond your years my friend and your humility, honesty and willingness to share with others is very much appreciated.

Dude's a monster. The amount of meaning and feel in each individual note has Jeff Beck and Steve Hunter levels of intensity.

If it had turned out your typical approach was to plop down and capture a one-take solo I'd have to quit playing. Good of you to share your process! Gives us mere mortals hope. Love what you're doing.

I like the imperfections in a guitar solo. They make it more real and not sterile. Just do one take and put it out there. You are a great player and anyone watching can see that.

This is where the magic happens....right here every Friday, inspiring free lessons. No other channel comes close to the energy.

mate, what the hell.. how come you found this perfect blend of dark clean, overdrive and distortion that just makes every note so clear and yet, dirty... I bloody love your playing and music, Buck! Hell, we needed a Guitar Hero that would bring influences of our generation and blend the best of the Blues Rock, Hard Rock, Funk and more .. I don't know! Hell, just damn carry on setting our hearts on fire with your sound!!!

Your soloing style is *DEFINITELY* the best I’ve ever heard! That intro jam is *absolutely* AMAZING along with every other one you’ve ever done, they always brighten up my day!!! 🤘🎸🤯

To come with that in a couple of hours is frankly astounding. Personally I doubt Chris could ever do it better again, not with the same energy and vibe. There is an interesting vid by a guy that used to be sound engineer at Muscle Shoals studio and was there when the Stones snuck down there during a weekend break in a US tour (illegally, they only had a touring license) to cut Brown Sugar and Wild Horses. He told the story of how they started working on Brown Sugar, Jagger trying different lyrics, the rest of them working up the base arrangement in very much the same way Chris did here, and in about the same time frame too. Once they'd decided on the arrangement Jagger got on the desk and mixed the sound to his liking while the others played through it couple of times and then they rolled the tape for three takes after which Jagger goes "Right, Wild Horses then". The guy was flabbergasted by this, inquiring WTF and suggesting maybe a few more takes? (he was used to country players taking taking all day at least to perfect a tune). Jagger said "Nah, once we got the arrangement down we usually use the first take that hasn't got a serious mistake in it". As this dude said in his vid, like this was the Rolling Stones and what did he know and he kind of learned something from that. Grit, energy, vibe and lift off at the peak of the creative process before they got bored of it and went off the boil. I think that's what the Stones were after. I mean hearing what became the basis of Brown Sugar for the very first time while you're actually playing it has got to be some kind of creative rocket fuel never to be repeated I guess. No over thinking it. Trading mechanical perfection for raw emotion. Funny story when they moved onto Wild Horses. Ian Stewart declined to play keys on Wild Horses. Said "I am a boogie woogie piano player. I do not play minor chords. This song *sniff* has got minor chords it." So Kieth asked this dude "I heard you play piano, man, can you sit in?". Long and short of it is he changed career from sound engineer to session keyboard player around Muscle Shoals and Nashville after that session. By popular demand.

Can you show us what goes into the making of your backing tracks?

Chris's "first take" on the Revstar, he described as messy was about 10 times better than the best solo I've ever played! It would take me about a month to get that down!

I find the accuracy, extent and control of your bends astounding

That switch to the plectrum and immediate backwards rake was mental. 0:50

Thanks Chris for letting us into the process to make your great videos.

A master class for guitar playing, music creation, and YT content creation. Excellent content all the way through!

I can’t tell you how much it means to this aspiring guitar player when my heroes open up and candidly reveal all the hard work and many takes behind that killer solo. So many players seem to want to maintain an aura of perfection around what they do. Maybe they think being open and honest will spoil the magic? Not for me. It makes the magic real, human and even more precious. Thanks Chris!

the best thing about you, Chris, is that you arent just a 'you tuber' . You play live, you write cool blues and rock music. You advertise good melodic playing. Keep it up.

Man the drummer kept a steady tempo for like 5 years straight. That’s endurance ! LOL great playing Chris!

Every Chris Buck video I watch makes me respect this man more. The virtuosity and creativity of Chris's playing is mind-bogglingly impressive, but underneath that is an articulate and sincere human being who always has something worth saying... I am only one of many who are happy to keep listening!

Appreciate your honesty. You deserve more credit. Can't fault anyone for wanting to put their best foot forward. Your badass work is apparent and I think anyone who was able to have the killer finished takes you've pulled off for your videos couldn't be prouder. Please continue, they are soooo great. I'm sure I speak for many when I say that If you had no content other than your intros and outros I would check them out every time and FFW makes for better Friday's always. No matter the subject.

Dude... You made that strat sound MASIVE for this video's solo... Huge!! Great tone..

.....your humbleness is only outshined by your heart and soul..........BRAVO Chris Buck.......Bravo.............

That's a very good solo man. Quite aggressive, expressive, and it feels really personal. Like you're playing with your soul, not just your body. It's like you have a message, or an emotion, that you just have to get out there, and you don't care who's listening. Well done mate. :)

Your conclusion is so spot on that it hurts to listen to any top charted music nowadays... most of the magic is gone or has no room in today's music. Luckily guys like you are still around

#12 for me. Its the switch to the neck mid repeat that does it for me. Those extra highs at the start and then the change in tone to that lovely neck pickup tone we all love. I'd be happy if I could play like #1 ... guess I'll always = #2

No confession needed, Mr. Buck. Having said that, you are forgiven if you feel you need it. Fascinating look at how your FF solos are made. I am always completely blown away by your tracks. I don't care how many takes it takes to get the take you post.

Yea they are freaking amazing. Best youtube guitarist in my opinion.

This guy definitely is one of the current guitar heroes there are.

I amazed how you switch between the plectrum and finger picking so effortlessly, great playing.

Crazy seeing something amazing that gives you goosebumps become something that stops your breath for a sec in a few dozen takes. Thanks for sharing the backstage process of these solos. And your can see on this one he's holding back (tied hair), even more reason to see him playing live!!

I love everything about this solo..just fabulous

Man, you are such a gem 💎. Please find a band that allows you to shine and unleash that talent.

Fantastic, mate. And thanks for sharing a little honesty. It only adds fire to how good you are. There is no modern-day guitarist I would rather hear.

I'm no rocker, but I can't stop tuning in each Friday. Cheers dude.

That intro jam is just perfection

Love it... This is the process of it and the work going into it... All sounds fricken fire... 🔥

Very cool to see your process. Spending time listening is such good advice!

It’s sad that his “throw away” takes are still better than anything I will ever play in my life.

Love your style and I appreciate the insights into what you go through to create the solos and videos.

Thanks for the breakdown, that’s a lot of work! Your generosity is appreciated!! I look forward to every video you make 🤙

just happy to hear you play Chris, your inspiring

Great insights, guidance and, as always, masterful playing!

Always love peaking behind the curtain. Great video!

Another Friday evening made even better with one of your videos. Thanks as always.

It is so refreshing a man of your talent can be so honest and show the behind-the-scenes reality. It just goes to show the quality of your character and it also makes me feel better about it taking me longer than Noah took to build the arc, to get a good solo recorded. Thank you!

"Rehearsed improvisation" really sums it up nicely. This is a video we didn't know we needed. Thanks.

It was a lot of fun watching the development of the slow train solo.

Best part of any Friday is your video! Knowing you work on those solos and makes them much more enjoyable.

Man, I just love watching your right hand technique. So complex and nuanced, yet it seems so natural for you. Thanks for the peek behind the curtain Chris.

Thank you! Chris. We sooo enjoy your sense of groove and vocal-like phrasing, two huge factors which set you apart from the crowd... funny, the only person on the planet that could possibly appreciate what you do would be a pro audio engineer/producer/composer/ virtuoso guitarist/videographer like yourself :) Bravo, my man! Stay awesome :) sf

Thanks for making this video, taking the time, and providing a window into the process...mistakes and all! Very relatable. Your vlogs and guitar work are amazing!! Keep posting.

Excellent, floored by your playing as usual !!

Great music. I never realised how much work went into making your videos - they are always excellent. Thanks.

Chris, thank you for all of the care and hard work you put into your videos. You are appreciated.

Thanks for this video. I like your feeling, your vibe, your energy and you're sound. Congratulations and thank you for all 🙏🇨🇵

Wonderful insights into your work. Thank you, Chris!

Chris is rather special , he has his own style , and is very capable making and editing videos to show his skills Would love to hear more of his slower stuff , love the Strat

Great background insight into your process. I can watch you solo all day long! I LOVE your style and musical abandon. I LOVE FRIDAYS!

no matter what you did bro, it all sound great in my ears...

God damn that intro solo might be my favorite I've ever heard from you.

Thanks for taking us behind the curtain. All the solos sound great. Really enjoy watching the close up camera work. The string bends, quick pick up choices, pick and no pick.

Each guitar solo is an expression in the moment. I can't believe how much work your right hand is doing in these takes. It's like you are at one with the instrument. Awesome. :)

Great insight Chris. It's always a temptation to try to perfect things but it is the spontaneous happenings that give character to a piece. 👍

The end product is worth the toil. Your ideas and touch are always top shelf.

One of the best things about fridays are your videos, I love that red strat man :)

Thanks for sharing your process. It was super cool to see the progression of the solo over several takes. Love it!

Thank you so much for sharing, and being such a great inspiration. Lightening up my Friday afternoon with your presence and your fantastic guitar tones. I never stop wondering who puts a thumb down on a generous video like this, and just fleeing the scene without telling why they thought it was a good idea to do...

Thanks for sharing your process. Great playing, as usual.

Thank you! Especially for the pick-drop! 😁🎸❤️🎶

The "flaws" make it real to me. Not that I could ever peg a flaw in what you do, but the seeming reckless abandon makes it Very organic and not so antiseptic feeling. You have such a huge tool kit of techniques that I doubt it could ever feel engineered in that sense. But I love that you shared the process. It made me feel better about my constant (failed) attempts to record something. You are one seriously blessed player. I could listen to you play all day. Stay Well.

I love your solos. They are a joy to listen to. Love the creativity and switching between pick and fingers. And strings bends are crazy. Very inspiring.

Fascinating insights into the creative process. Thanks for sharing.

Fascinating insight, and great to see how much love goes into your vids - which explains why that comes across! Got to say, loved the Revstar version - i'd have probably stopped there and gone down the pub! Oh..... if you could have!

Come off it Chris .. these Friday Fretworks are the best thing on KZfaq and the solos and jams are incredible.. and you also know that we all want an album of them all... we'll buy it instantly.. and you teased us a little last week... 😁😁😁😁

Thanks for taking the time for this yo Love love love your playing brother keep it rocking my guy

Great video Chris. It was nice to see what you do to put together a Friday Fretworks. I kept hearing Chicago's version of I'm a Man in your solo. It was awesome. Love the tone and keep up the great work.

Thank you for this video. It’s easy to watch your video and assume the solos are off the cuff and effortless. Knowing you developed one over years of playing the song is comforting.

Hey Chris cheers from NY! Great intro stringwork man. Im a new subscriber and just want to say thank you for your channel! :-)

YES! Listening! This is what I've learned to do whenever it's time to collaborate. LISTEN. Sometimes for an hour or so, but frankly sometimes for as many days as are available. It's not required to simply get the job done, but I find so much more joy in it--and feel the end result is much more enjoyable to the listener--if I've soaked it into my bones. Also: thinking hard about a Revstar these days, though they're thin on the ground here in the US at the moment. Rock on, Chris. I'm lit up by everything you do, man. Rock on, rock on.

THAT.... was really interesting, I am too bloody lazy and tend to just plug in and play and my solos all sound the same! I’ll definitely give this technique a go...... superb playing as always sir.👍🏻🤘🏻👊

You are an absolute virtuoso, Chris. Great video giving a window into your process.

I liked them all. The last one got me out of my chair. This was a great episode.

Great playing Chris👍

Amazing work, man. Wise words, insightful, and encouraging! Keep it up, Chris!

Thanks for sharing this. To come up with a fresh and amazing solo every week, not to mention all the other great content is awesome.

Your solos are literally awesome and they are very personal, with your own signature, very dynamics, full of expressions and different parts and feelings, a real piece of art. Really a pleasure, hearing and watching you playing, thanks a lot for sharing!

I'd love to see even more of these- like the background of how- exactly- you record this. How do you capture the tone- what mic's, cab placement- what camera do you use- etc. I'm assuming you're using a tube amp- but it might be through the Helix. You consistently get great tone- I think nearly all of it is in your fingers and your "touch" but even more behind the scenes would be very interesting. Thanks for Friday Fretworks and not abandoning social media!

Hi Chris! Great episode today really enjoyed it. First let me say I love that Strat - it reminds me of the one Paul Davids uses often. Wow! Secondly I have to high-five you for creating the chapters in your video. Classy! You obviously go well out of your way to make the user experience as friendly as possible. You are definitely a ‘guitar player’s guitarist’ as everything you do for your performances (and channel) is very well conceived and developed. I personally find your solos intimidatingly musically verbose yet so full of such joy and earnest expression that even after 35 years of playing it makes me yearn to be better. I don’t think these old hands will ever move as fast as yours but you make me want to keep trying. Have a great weekend. Cheers from Canada!

Very cool. The final take is definitely the best. Thanks for teaching us by doing in front of our eyes...

Great episode Chris. Your explanation of the process was very liberating! Love your thoughts around music and your playing is always tasteful and sublime. Cheers 👍🏻