Just a side note... he couldn't read a note of music, but boy He could sure get drunk, neither of which seemed to have any affect on His ability as a player, at least until later in life...he lives in Phoenix and his drinking turned into a real problem.. which He has pretty much overcome now with the help of his Daughter.Dave Bagwill wrote:Re Glen Campbell - a little off-topic, I'll be brief - those who knew him only by his many 'pop' radio hits did not know how he could kick a** on his standard ol' telecaster. I saw him once on a PBS special, when he was older, following a few other younger and flashier players, and he looked out of place - he was dressed well, the string tie, the Southern-style suit, boots, no hat, lean and fit - and I thought: what is he doing there? He started the song - amp set to 'clean', no distortion at all (how could he solo without distortion?) , a pleasant voice and good lyrics, but no show of chops. Until the song was done, when for a few beats in the silence he looked over at the younger guys, gave a little smile, the drummer kicked it off again and he solo'd for a couple of minutes - it made your heart sing - this guy was a master. No cliches in his playing, just state a theme, develop it, add more layers, play fast when it fit, it just went on and on. Plenty of fire. It was obvious he could play whatever he wanted to.
I think He has a photographic memory of sorts or.... He is just a plain genius.. He can sit and listen to a song ONCE...and turn around and play every note.. an amazing Man!