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Komentáƙe • 658

  • @andyparkerCGS
    @andyparkerCGS Pƙed rokem +78

    Hey Guys. Mike passed away peacefully this morning surrounded by his family x - Andy

    • @hankcentral6438
      @hankcentral6438 Pƙed rokem +7

      Andy, is there anywhere we can donate to Mike's family? I know the guitar community will want to rally round to take care of them. We're devestated at the news today.

    • @daveelson213
      @daveelson213 Pƙed rokem +6

      i never met mike, didnt know him personally but watching his videos you could tell he was decent chap. wasnt in it for fame and money like a lot of youtubers. i watched this recent video just now cuz i havent seen anything from mike in a while and was choked up to see him. his disease took hold pretty quick and it was so sad to see, then i read through the comments to find out he passed away. ive never felt like this about anyone off of youtube that passed away but mike was good egg, 100%. gonna miss his videos, gonna miss him and his live streams. much love love to his family and friends and all those that knew him. say hi to jimi for us mike and ask him where his monterey guitar is x

    • @BritishMusicVault
      @BritishMusicVault Pƙed rokem +4

      Mike enjoyed watching gold diggers on tv, we all knew he was made of the purest gold known to man, 100% pure.

    • @davelocke
      @davelocke Pƙed rokem +1

      Deepest sympathies to all 😱

    • @marcusadams8067
      @marcusadams8067 Pƙed rokem

      So sorry to hear that. I offered him a stay is my holiday cottage in Devon
..it would be my privilege if his family want to take up the offer.

  • @MrMadtv123
    @MrMadtv123 Pƙed rokem +103

    Rest in peace Mike. You were one of the first youtubers i ever found or watched at 13. I'm now 24 and my life's been a rollercoaster to say the least. Thank you so fucking much for all the effort you put into your channel and videos, I'm sure there were good and bad days like everything and everyone else. I hope in the end it was worth everything and you got exactly what you wanted out of it, love and peace my friend ❀

  • @derekclacton
    @derekclacton Pƙed rokem +46

    Such sad news today 
 I’m not the first to say this and I won’t be the last - you were one of the good guys and will be sorely missed. My heart goes out to your family and friends. Rest in peace, Mike.

    • @pairman69
      @pairman69 Pƙed rokem +1

      I couldn't say it any better

  • @rowley5784
    @rowley5784 Pƙed rokem +46

    Very sad to read on Facebook that Mike lost his battle, he showed so much courage. Thanks for all your content through the years. My sincere condolences to the family. RIP.

  • @xforeverknightx
    @xforeverknightx Pƙed rokem +17

    So sad to hear of Mikes passing. He was such a shining light in this world and will be missed.
    He kept up his positive attitude right until the end.

  • @SFBGuitar
    @SFBGuitar Pƙed rokem +69

    We all love you so much, Mike, and we are all pulling for you. Stay strong and I'm hoping for the best for your trip to London.

  • @dalepal
    @dalepal Pƙed rokem +21

    RIP Mike. You touched the lives of so many people in positive ways. We will miss you dearly.

  • @sirhilaryflange
    @sirhilaryflange Pƙed rokem +3

    Just heard this news today, so very sad, loved your enthusiasm for all things guitar, you were such a great bloke, God bless and condolences to your loved ones.

  • @kutnersuicide
    @kutnersuicide Pƙed rokem +4

    Just learnt about Mike's passing. So sorry to hear that. It's heartbreaking.

  • @thebooda
    @thebooda Pƙed rokem +3

    Thank you for being you!!! YOU WILL be MISSED. Save a seat for me! Can't wait to meet you!

  • @jcoulter43
    @jcoulter43 Pƙed rokem +32

    We love you buddy and will keep lifting you and your family up in prayers. So good to see you on here and to be able to hear you speak thru the AI voice. God bless you my brother 🙏🙏🎾

  • @bradleyshuppert3393
    @bradleyshuppert3393 Pƙed rokem +4

    RIP Mike
. Life is so precious and it was more precious with you in it. Such a brave journey and share into ALS
. God Speed Mike
. You will be missed brother!!!

  • @AlexWBKK
    @AlexWBKK Pƙed rokem +6

    Unbelievable how quick this goes. So hard to watch this video, knowing you are no longer under us.
    One of my doctors have diagnosed me with ALS a few years ago. Thank god it turned out to be wrong and im still here...feeling a lot better. But i remember well how i felt the months thinking i will go through this too one day. It took 3 months until i heard that i dont have it actually.
    Anyway, i dont want to turn this into my story. Just saying, i can especially feel this loss, even not having seen many videos of you.
    I wish the best to the family and friends involved, RIP Mike.

  • @themiltons1460
    @themiltons1460 Pƙed rokem +13

    Your comments are so comforting and we are so grateful. He loved each and every one of you ❀

    • @daveelson213
      @daveelson213 Pƙed rokem +2

      he was one of the best on youtube. better than all those with millions of subscribers because we knew he cared for our input and opinions on all things guitar. hes gonna be missed.

    • @davecruickshank7660
      @davecruickshank7660 Pƙed rokem +2

      I am so sorry to hear about Mike. That video broke my heart.May he Rest In Peace and my sincerest condolences to your family.

  • @earthquakemagoon2505
    @earthquakemagoon2505 Pƙed rokem +6

    Just learned of mikes passing. So sad. You will be missed greatly. Thanks Mike for everything! 🎾😱

  • @charliebuttocks2400
    @charliebuttocks2400 Pƙed rokem +3

    Good to hear your still fighting..all the best Mike

  • @tayron27
    @tayron27 Pƙed rokem +4

    Man this has shocked me to the core. I loved Mike's videos in the Chinese guitars . I didn't even know he was ill as he always looked so full of life. RIP Mike 🙏

  • @smalltowninnewmexico
    @smalltowninnewmexico Pƙed rokem +3

    much love to all friends and especially his beautiful family. i am so very sorry for your loss- never ever met the dude, live half a world apart, but i felt like Mike was a mate.We could hang out in my room and nerd out on guitars alllllll day.

  • @egnbigdave
    @egnbigdave Pƙed rokem +3

    Goodnight Mike. The good ones always go first.

  • @keithh8661
    @keithh8661 Pƙed rokem +2

    Thanks Mike, I been watching sailing videos, best of luck, love you, great ta see ya! Made my day!

  • @shigamatt
    @shigamatt Pƙed rokem +3

    I think I might need to come and help Andy - he’s sure to break something!!!

    • @andyparkerCGS
      @andyparkerCGS Pƙed rokem

      😂 I'm sure I will! See you soon buddy x

  • @vintagevintagevinylsouthwest

    so sorry to hear a devisting news he was such a kind man so sorry to hear this

  • @tomvrieling
    @tomvrieling Pƙed rokem +7

    So sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. I thoroughly enjoyed many of his videos throughout the years and admired his optimism and determination regarding his ALS-diagnosis. He was one of the OG guitar CZcamsrs that will be missed by so many. Rest easy Mike! ❀

  • @hearpalhere
    @hearpalhere Pƙed rokem +6

    Rest in peace Mike. I wish your family and friends strength.

  • @axe2Mummy
    @axe2Mummy Pƙed rokem +4

    It's a sad day and we've lost a brother
    I will always remember Mike and think of his incredible strength throughout his struggle with MND when I'm faced with challenges. I started watching CGS a bit before his diagnosis and continued to watch through his physical decline. It takes an incredibly strong man to share something like this with people he doesn't even know and all the while still making guitar related content
    God Bless you brother
    You will not be forgotten!

  • @NocturnalButterfly
    @NocturnalButterfly Pƙed rokem +2

    Much love 💖 and many 🙏 coming your way beautiful music manâŁïžđŸ’‹đŸŽ¶đŸŠ‹

  • @antonia4722
    @antonia4722 Pƙed rokem +2

    God bless Mike. Wishing you the best of luck...Hope it works to improve things for you lovely fella. Much love to you! :o) xx

  • @giorgiop9535
    @giorgiop9535 Pƙed rokem +5

    RIP, such a beautiful person.

  • @paul2602
    @paul2602 Pƙed rokem +2

    I just learned of Mike's passing a few minutes ago. So sad and sorry to hear this news. I've been keeping Mike and the family in my prayers continually. Sincerest condolences to the family and friends. Such a sweet man who gave so much to the guitar community. He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. ❀

  • @andyguitar3805
    @andyguitar3805 Pƙed rokem +7

    So sad to hear from his passing, RIP ❀

  • @ivorlongshot
    @ivorlongshot Pƙed rokem +40

    I was peg fed when I was being treated for throat cancer, I hope it helps you as it did me. Sending love & strength from my family to yours ❀

  • @Cantabilex
    @Cantabilex Pƙed rokem +4

    Funny,helpfull,caring and sincere...Those are the first words that come to mind. Thank you for everything. Rest well Mike.

  • @ifrias
    @ifrias Pƙed rokem +3

    Oh no 😱 so sad. CGS was one of the first YT channels I've started to follow and Mike always transmitted good energy.

  • @justincork3838
    @justincork3838 Pƙed rokem +6

    Rest in peace Mike

  • @joshuamccann6081
    @joshuamccann6081 Pƙed rokem +6

    When I was a young guitar player, I would watch your videos all night. I ended up buying a chibson myself. I wanted to say my condolences to your family and thank you for being a part of my young and fun guitar journey. It’s so hard for me to come back Al these years and hear and see the news. Love you buddy. Fly to the angels my friend. Thanks for everything. Who knew taking the time to set up a camera and share your music journey could help and inspire so many. 💕

  • @Stratboy999
    @Stratboy999 Pƙed rokem +2

    Super impressed with that software that can generate Mike's voice. Very convincing.

  • @deancramer
    @deancramer Pƙed rokem +3

    I just saw that he'd passed. He certainly seemed to be one of the nicest people you'll meet. A great attitude through the years with his videos. I'm sure that he's missed terribly. My condolences to his family and friends...

  • @SamBellGuitar
    @SamBellGuitar Pƙed rokem +1

    All the Love and Power Mike! Thank you for the update. Thinking of You x ❀

  • @phillipbeck5736
    @phillipbeck5736 Pƙed rokem +2

    There will be one more star burning brightly in the heavens tonight. May you have peace as you journey on. Love you man xxx

  • @TheLambLive
    @TheLambLive Pƙed rokem +5

    RIP Brother,,, thank you for everything you did. đŸ˜„

  • @colintraveller
    @colintraveller Pƙed rokem +2

    Sad to read of your passing this morning on Mike Bradley's post
    ... Going to miss you on here . Keep on playing in the Heaven's above

  • @4034miguel
    @4034miguel Pƙed rokem +2

    I will forever be subscribed t o this chanel, and will again watch the chibson videos. They were educational, funny and entertaining. Thank you Mike for everything.

  • @amandacoombs8270
    @amandacoombs8270 Pƙed rokem +8

    I love you Mike, thinking of you so much. You're so damn brave, you always have been. Sending you the biggest hugs. 💓

    • @rejeancomeau77
      @rejeancomeau77 Pƙed rokem

      he was very positively brave and his a hero â€ïžâ€ïžâ€ïžđŸ˜„

  • @gregshadoan4049
    @gregshadoan4049 Pƙed rokem +2

    God Bless you Mike. Praying for you!!

  • @BenCoombs
    @BenCoombs Pƙed rokem +9

    Love you brother Mike, think of you every day.

  • @KnoxCoRailfan
    @KnoxCoRailfan Pƙed rokem +5

    🎾R.I.P. Mike!! 🎾Thank you for the many years of knowledge you have shared with us. 🎾You will be greatly missed!🎾 We love you brother!🎾

  • @dreamscuba
    @dreamscuba Pƙed rokem +3

    Rest in Peace Mike. My thoughts are with all Mike’s loved ones.

  • @georgebaader9817
    @georgebaader9817 Pƙed rokem +1

    Much love and prayers to you and your family Mike!! Stay strong in your fight, your CZcams family is pulling for you!!!

  • @Paul-D
    @Paul-D Pƙed rokem +4

    RIP Mike, Thinking of your family and friends, Play on.

  • @steverobinson7040
    @steverobinson7040 Pƙed rokem +4

    So sorry to hear of Mikes passing . Condolences to his family he will be sorely missed R.I.P

  • @stevemilk4526
    @stevemilk4526 Pƙed rokem +9

    Just heard of the passing of Mike this morning. RIP sir you will be missed ❀.

  • @bellamybracken
    @bellamybracken Pƙed rokem +2

    Good luck, mate.

  • @leondantas
    @leondantas Pƙed rokem +5

    RIP Mike. You are one of the greatest guitar youtubers. Thanks for all the content

  • @Karlgolden
    @Karlgolden Pƙed rokem +2

    Keep fighting bro 🙌 Sending love to you and the family. Hope the procedure goes well x

  • @deanmichaels4262
    @deanmichaels4262 Pƙed rokem +5

    Sorry to hear of Mike's passing very sad news. He seemed a really nice decent genuine guy. He would take the time to reply to all the comments on his videos. We know he's been battling this horrible condition for quite some time now and sadly the outcome was inevitable. But it's always a damn shame when the good guy's go down early. Condolences to Mikes family and friends including the CGS community. RIP Mike rock in peace brother.

  • @blkjckgtr3075
    @blkjckgtr3075 Pƙed rokem +1

    God Bless you Mike and your family,all the best on the peg surgery,rock on brother!Cheers!

  • @JMal883
    @JMal883 Pƙed rokem +7

    RIP Mike, and my condolences to your family. Thanks for all the great content and responses to comments. You shared your passion for music and made an amazing community in the process. Thank you Mike, and as you always said, take care brother.

  • @cibbantwist
    @cibbantwist Pƙed rokem +3

    Get better soon! I'l definitely use your affiliate links for all my purchases at Thomann from now on.

  • @bradchervel5202
    @bradchervel5202 Pƙed rokem +4

    Mike, a remarkable human being. Your strength in the face of mortality is a gift to all of us who will follow right behind you.

  • @papablue3015
    @papablue3015 Pƙed rokem +1

    Fight the good fight, Mike! My thoughts are with you! Being disabled myself, I know the struggle!Your friend papa Mike blue.🎾

  • @BlainSlackJaw
    @BlainSlackJaw Pƙed rokem +2

    Wow, I haven’t watched a CGS video in years after an absence of guitar playing. I am just getting back into playing and Mike popped into my head, I can’t believe he’s passed away. Rest in peace you legend.

  • @GuitarBeard
    @GuitarBeard Pƙed rokem +6

    Rest in peace Mike and love to your family

  • @gilljo1
    @gilljo1 Pƙed rokem +3

    Rest in peace Mike. The world needs more people like you. So sad.

  • @thetonekingofficial
    @thetonekingofficial Pƙed rokem +1

    God bless you Mike. Hang in there. You look great and we are all standing with you! With lots of love and respect - your friend, TK

  • @TheOligoclonalBand
    @TheOligoclonalBand Pƙed rokem +1

    Mike, my thoughts are with you! I wish you strength, optimism, determination and a lot of people around you that loye you and care for you.

  • @THESESSIONROOM
    @THESESSIONROOM Pƙed rokem +3

    We love you here in 🇹🇩 Mike! You were one of the first channels I ever subbed too! Only guy at the time that had the balls to ship and review a Chibson! Love you mate! So much love and respect from my family to yours!❀

  • @RaxFx
    @RaxFx Pƙed rokem +1

    Good to see you Magic Mike. Wish you the best & thanks for the update. & thanks Andy for your help.

  • @RandySchartiger
    @RandySchartiger Pƙed rokem +22

    God bless you Mike! I've been thinking about you lately and have said prayers for you! you hang in there man a lot of people are praying for you! thank you for updating us!

  • @markmagee3961
    @markmagee3961 Pƙed rokem +6

    Sad to hear that Mike has left this world...RIP ❀

  • @leemaiorano5875
    @leemaiorano5875 Pƙed rokem +2

    Mike keep up the good fight. Think of you often. Take care my friend.❀

  • @DrGomez1
    @DrGomez1 Pƙed rokem +4

    R.I.P. Mike. My heartfelt condolences to his friends and family.

  • @rockerfromhk
    @rockerfromhk Pƙed rokem +1

    Mike, don't give up. Your friend Max recommends us to support you. God bless you.

  • @mikewhitfield2994
    @mikewhitfield2994 Pƙed rokem +2

    Did not know about you and your channel until I caught an old GuitarMax show I'd missed. Prayers and good wishes to you as you fight the good fight, and remember, there's never a cure until there is a cure. Praying that it comes soon enough for you, but if not, may G-d embrace your soul and succor your family.

  • @v.rucciinkmusic8978
    @v.rucciinkmusic8978 Pƙed rokem +5

    Rest in Peace, Mike. I hope your family can remember you as the guy that put smiles in their faces. ALS took my aunt last year. You will be missed a lot. 😕

  • @RandySchartiger
    @RandySchartiger Pƙed rokem +5

    RIP brother Mike! I know you have been up against a battle we all don't know the mere steps or difficulty you have faced and had to deal with! may you find peace now brother! please rest assure the fake guitars we talked about here will NEVER leave here unmarked! they will in fact leave here marked as FAKE rest assure! videos to come will show this! eyes filled with tears right now! love you buddy!!!!

  • @terrygrealey1364
    @terrygrealey1364 Pƙed rokem +2

    R.I.P Mike. So sad todays news. God bless you and your family. ❀❀❀

  • @philsequeira3180
    @philsequeira3180 Pƙed rokem +1

    Mike, so much love coming to you from me, thanks for the update video and my thoughts are with you always!

  • @Mr.Wrong1
    @Mr.Wrong1 Pƙed rokem +2

    Stay strong and keep fighting my friend. Good luck to you x

  • @christianpucciarelli
    @christianpucciarelli Pƙed rokem +3

    Love you mike , wonderful example of humanity and strength and joy till the last breath ,we’ll never forget you. Your smile will always be with us. Smile to whoever you’re with,wherever you are .

  • @BAMozzy69
    @BAMozzy69 Pƙed rokem +20

    Keep fighting my Friend - Thoughts and Prayers are always with you.
    Enjoy every moment you can....

    • @rejeancomeau77
      @rejeancomeau77 Pƙed rokem

      Hi my friend it's been a while , that news break my heart and i will miss him . His a very huge hero ! Take care man

  • @888Marco
    @888Marco Pƙed rokem +2

    Love you Mike. God bless you.
    And thank you Andy for doing all this!

  • @daveelson213
    @daveelson213 Pƙed rokem +3

    ive just watched the video and truly sad to see mike like this. then reading the comments my mind soul and heart are broken. to all of mikes family im truly sorry to hear this news. so many hours of entertainment and watching his quest for the truth in all things guitar bought me and many others so much pleasure. his videos will live on in youtubeland. much love to all his family freinds and colleagues. rest easy mike x

  • @LMGuitarCorner
    @LMGuitarCorner Pƙed rokem +3

    Thanks for the update! Good luck with your procedure, hopefully it helps you! Fingers crossed! All the best to you and yours! Good to see you're still able to smile, I hope that never goes away!
    Cheers,
    Martin

  • @richardwright345
    @richardwright345 Pƙed rokem +3

    Rest in Peace Mike, you will be missed.

  • @headstockharem4
    @headstockharem4 Pƙed rokem +12

    Keep smiling Mike!
    Praying for your good health!

  • @Lespaul13100
    @Lespaul13100 Pƙed rokem +3

    Prayers Mike..God bless..

  • @ikestoddard2458
    @ikestoddard2458 Pƙed rokem +9

    All the way from Houston Texas! Mike, please take good care yourself! You are appreciated by guitarists worldwide for CGS. ❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀

  • @quiksilver78
    @quiksilver78 Pƙed rokem +4

    This is really such a loss to the community and utterly devastating to hear. Sincere condolences to his family and our thoughts and prayers (for real) are with them. We must always strive to heed his words "take good care" (of each other)

  • @forrestphillis293
    @forrestphillis293 Pƙed rokem +3

    i am so sorry to hear of mikes passing. please rip mike you have meant a lot for me rip mike. love you.

  • @vasotoe
    @vasotoe Pƙed rokem +4

    You are a brave and strong humam being Mike. Thinking of you and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers 💜 Hoping this treatment will make you feel better and sending you a great/big/giant/fat hug!

    • @rejeancomeau77
      @rejeancomeau77 Pƙed rokem

      😞 hope he had a chance to read your beautiful comments my dear . See you again in Ola's livestream . Peace ✌

  • @mikehughes2183
    @mikehughes2183 Pƙed rokem +3

    RIP Mike, very sad to hear of your passing.

  • @peterharris4105
    @peterharris4105 Pƙed rokem +3

    Gone far too soon, rest in peace Mike we’ll miss you. Condolences to your family and friends.

  • @davidyates8880
    @davidyates8880 Pƙed rokem +5

    Just heard the really sad news, my thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. Mike, make sure you ask Jimi if that Strat was his 🙂

  • @SomaSong
    @SomaSong Pƙed rokem +1

    Fight the good fight.
    We hope for your recovery.
    No questions, just wishing you the best!

  • @ScootersGroove0801
    @ScootersGroove0801 Pƙed rokem +25

    You were the first CZcamsr that I started following. I'm so very sorry about your health, I am a cancer and brain tumor survivor and seeing you smiling is bringing a tear to my eye. Much love from America.

  • @AllanGildea
    @AllanGildea Pƙed rokem +1

    Mike, Max give me a slap upside the head and told me to check in with you - sending you much love and every blessing with your challenges. You are greatly loved and appreciated.

  • @drdre4397
    @drdre4397 Pƙed rokem +4

    Rest in peace mike, such a kind and gentle soul taken too soon

  • @bluesingmusic3443
    @bluesingmusic3443 Pƙed rokem +4

    Hang in there Mike. Much love & many blessings!!!! We (my Grandkids & I) are praying for you!!!!

  • @ragingchimera8021
    @ragingchimera8021 Pƙed rokem +4

    Rest now sweet man, you spread so much love and class in this world. ❀

  • @phillippitts6294
    @phillippitts6294 Pƙed rokem +2

    R.I.P. Mike . Condolences to your family and friends.