James Bell X - All Along the watchtower Jam

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  • čas přidán 29. 07. 2015
  • This is me jamming to a backing of Jimi Hendrix's version of "All Along The Watchtower" (written by Bob Dylan). Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE if you like this! :-)
    If you wish to hear my own original Hendrix inspired rock songs, you can check them out here - jamesbell.bandcamp.com/album/...
    Facebook - / jamesbellguitar
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    The guitar is a black squire stratocaster with rory gallagher replica facelift sticker placed on the body. www.guitarfacelift.com
    I'm using a BlackStar HT60 cranked on the clean channel and an Xvive Tube Drive for a big boost.
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Komentáře • 711

  • @JamesBellx
    @JamesBellx  Před 5 lety +28

    Hi friends if you're wondering why I've disappeared and gone nowhere, please click this link to find out . www.gofundme.com/jamesbell. I'm in desperate times and really need help. I would really appreciate anyone sharing this link too!!

    • @joemorrow8411
      @joemorrow8411 Před 5 lety +4

      James Bell X James Bell where are you from,,,,you just got 🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸out of me!🇺🇸

    • @IWLTTFYBA
      @IWLTTFYBA Před 5 lety +3

      @@joemorrow8411 . James is from a place called Stoke on Trent in Staffordshire England. It's about halfway between Birmingham and Manchester.

    • @lazydog1964
      @lazydog1964 Před 5 lety +5

      Keep getting Better James, your talents are incredible but Health comes first.

    • @hectorgonzalez9170
      @hectorgonzalez9170 Před 4 lety +3

      @Crispen Drye
      Come on Crispen do you really mean that. Lmao. I thought it was a breath of fresh air.

    • @jerryshunk7152
      @jerryshunk7152 Před 4 lety +4

      @Cardinal Sin I hope you meant murdering in a good way !

  • @shcaskey
    @shcaskey Před 8 lety +60

    this young man is a true musician....

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 3 lety +4

      Thank you! I'm making a classic rock album this month... Would that be something you'd be interested in?

  • @merlepatterson
    @merlepatterson Před 5 lety +37

    This is such a rarity. There are many players on CZcams, but it's extremely rare to come across someone with the full rounded technical and emotional sense of what guitar playing is actually all about. Technique, nuance, emotion and construction are abundant with James as natural gifts.

  • @diariodeumaprendizdeguitar5442

    I don't know what is more wonderful, the song or James...

  • @bakthapuranan1034
    @bakthapuranan1034 Před 2 lety +1

    BEST EVER VERSION OF HEINDRIX
    INSTRUMENTAL OF THIS SONG.
    HEINDRIX WILL LOVE THIS GUY.

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před rokem

      Thank you so much!! Can you email jamesbellguitar@gmail.com just saying “Hi” so I can send you an original song?

  • @taketheredpill1441
    @taketheredpill1441 Před 5 lety +1

    Not to mention that he's playing this with a squier. Top notch dude!

  • @baconweiser
    @baconweiser Před 9 lety +46

    That was absolutely AMAZING. To be truthful, I even think Jimi would appreciate your talent. :D

    • @jerryshunk7152
      @jerryshunk7152 Před 4 lety +3

      I am POSITIVE JH would love this. POSITIVE !

  • @robinperronjones5024
    @robinperronjones5024 Před rokem +4

    I have come back to this video on numerous occasions as a Hendrix fan, well done James for keeping Jimi’s music alive and truly well, excellent !!!!

    • @XAmybooX
      @XAmybooX Před 9 měsíci

      Same mate he got some style there bud

  • @TubeAngst
    @TubeAngst Před rokem +4

    For some reason, I started bopping around the net listening to renditions of All Along The Watchtower. After around 20 versions, yours was by far the best. Very entertaining. I'm gonna go back and listen to it again. -- Dude, I just read what going on in your life. Very painful to read (although not remotely near the pain you've been living with). I believe in God and I know he answers prayer. I'm blessed to work in a Christian store and we pray every day. I will put you on our prayer list. We've seen countless prayers answered over the years. What you are going through is not by accident. We will pray that you are brought back to full health. Start thanking God ahead of time for what he is going to do for you. He is above ALL things. Look towards him and know he is by your side and loves you. He knows the number of hairs on your head. He knew you before you were born. There is no greater love. God bless you. (I donated to your GoFundMe)

  • @paulsims7161
    @paulsims7161 Před 4 lety +8

    Makes me think about smashing my guitar to bits, followed James for years now, genius,pure genius.

  • @sezles1
    @sezles1 Před 2 lety +2

    Without Hendrix's cover of this Dylan track this and many more covers wouldn't exist. However in my 73rd year I can say most excellent young man and you have put your own stamp on it rather than just copying like many can. Bravo.

  • @gregdemeterband
    @gregdemeterband Před 3 lety +5

    Just Love It , Brah.....Nothing Like it in the world! That's All You ! Take Off To Where You Are! Don't stop there....Be Everywhere!

  • @lanatinker
    @lanatinker Před 5 lety +2

    just beautiful. period

  • @markthompsoncpa
    @markthompsoncpa Před 5 lety +1

    Im in AWE of that playing!!!!!!!

  • @taketheredpill1441
    @taketheredpill1441 Před 5 lety +2

    Why doesn't this kid have at least 200k subs? Amazing!

    • @chrisbell5032
      @chrisbell5032 Před 5 lety

      Who knows if he flew some rc models( which is good) around that would do it ,doesn't make sense.

  • @awkwardme5375
    @awkwardme5375 Před 5 lety +11

    Holy shit. I think you're actually better than me. It takes a lot for me to admit that, but your phrasing is top fucking notch, man. Don't let your skill go to waste. You really have what most guitarists are lacking. This is so much more impressive than most people will realize. It's not the technicality..it's that goddamn phrasing. I tip my hat to you.

  • @odyzothansanga9024
    @odyzothansanga9024 Před 3 lety +2

    One of the best this song covered

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 3 lety

      Thank you! If you like this... You might like original Classic Rock album! I hope you like it if you check it out!

  • @woodychadwick9834
    @woodychadwick9834 Před 6 lety +11

    Well, i think this the best guitar solo version i have ever heard....over.

    • @gregdemeterband
      @gregdemeterband Před 3 lety

      Nice Tone Guys going somewhere....I also do a pretty Cool version......Greg Demeter version....Yes, right Here on You Tube..Check It Out....If it peeks you curiosity ???????

  • @1FJBURKE
    @1FJBURKE Před 6 lety +3

    From a musician from the 60's, that was awesome !!

  • @newt6545
    @newt6545 Před 9 lety +5

    James Bell is the most exciting guitarist for 30 years! He has unbelievable technical ability but has feel n soul not heard since Slash n Michael Sckenker at there peak

  • @lynndow3185
    @lynndow3185 Před 3 lety +3

    Fil from Wings of Pegasus said to visit. I am pleased to help at all with the awful illness that befell you and looking forward to hearing you play. Best luck to you, you talented soul!

  • @moxopixel
    @moxopixel Před 2 lety +2

    I can't take this, too good.

  • @scotmullen9066
    @scotmullen9066 Před 8 lety +4

    Billy Gibbons once overheard someone saying "I could sound like that if I had a $5000.00 guitar. You made that Fender Squire sing. Yet again I loved it! Keep going!

  • @woodychadwick9834
    @woodychadwick9834 Před 5 lety +3

    Ok, that little hammer on. Or what ever it was, it was perfect. Somehow this young man understands what song this is.

  • @Karlgolden
    @Karlgolden Před 9 lety +87

    Something about the sound of a strat is magical. Nice! Had to comment again! Loved it!

    • @marcus6360
      @marcus6360 Před 5 lety +1

      Has a touch of of srv to it

    • @vegadiego248
      @vegadiego248 Před 5 lety

      Hi! :3

    • @kurtlonde5892
      @kurtlonde5892 Před 5 lety

      .....it his fingers .....don t you hear this ...man

    • @MPK-72
      @MPK-72 Před 5 lety +1

      It's a squire not a strat.

    • @MPK-72
      @MPK-72 Před 4 lety

      @McFly no such a thing, a strat is a fender, a squire is a cheap knock off of fender. Squire is a brand and is fender.

  • @joepowell6059
    @joepowell6059 Před 6 lety +8

    Amazing! We need more people like u who know good music

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 6 lety +2

      Joe powell thank you so much!! If you like this I have some original songs too that i hope you'll check out and maybe purchase jamesbell.bandcamp.com/album/the-capital

  • @intercosmos82jimi
    @intercosmos82jimi Před 3 lety +4

    That's the best "All Along..." version on You Tube

  • @theduyvenbode3862
    @theduyvenbode3862 Před 9 lety +7

    no words can really comment justice on this.... Blown AWAY!

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 9 lety

      Duyvenbode TSV Wow mate thank you! :-)

  • @jamespolucha6911
    @jamespolucha6911 Před 2 lety +5

    Man let me tell you you are fantastic, keep playing the old stuff from Jimi Hendrix, your fantastic

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 2 lety

      Thank you !! I hope you checkout my Hendrix inspired ORIGINAL albums!

  • @edgeofchaos1588
    @edgeofchaos1588 Před 18 dny +2

    Fire, bro....just FIRE!

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 18 dny

      Thank you!! I hope you like my original songs on my channel

  • @stevengould9404
    @stevengould9404 Před 6 lety +2

    You're a gift young man - God has blessed you with an insane talent... and blessed the rest of us who watch and listen to your incredible skills. Thanks for making me smile and shake my head! Frick'n awesome!!

  • @bbasche
    @bbasche Před 3 lety +1

    JAMES, SOME OF MY EARLIEST ROCK MEMORIES ARE OF HENDRIX. YOU'RE DOING A GREAT JOB. KEEP IT UP.

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 3 lety

      MINE TOO MATE! Thank you!! I think you may enjoy checking out my albums of original songs on bandcamp, they're very Hendrix influenced.
      jamesbell.bandcamp.com

  • @SeanagnewA7X
    @SeanagnewA7X Před 9 lety +21

    Outstanding mate and great tone

  • @pat7785
    @pat7785 Před 7 lety +24

    I like the way that you didn't follow how the song is supposed to go during the vocal parts, makes it less boring

  • @gitarmaniaxe
    @gitarmaniaxe Před 7 lety +17

    James, congrats on this cover. Superb technique, tone, and vibe. So much promise and talent at your age. Just blows me away. First videos I saw yesterday were your UFO covers and was immediately hooked. Wish you all the success. Keep posting these videos!

  • @davidlacroix6769
    @davidlacroix6769 Před 4 lety +2

    Still my favorite video of all time on CZcams. Nothing better out there.

  • @Gregory_TheWatchman
    @Gregory_TheWatchman Před 9 lety +4

    Jimi Hendrix, Greg Howe, Guthrie Govan, Robin Trower, & Glen Campbell...a few of my favorite influential guitarist. James....you've made my list :) Thanks for keeping your style in that piece and making it your own. Great job!

  • @simmosimmo100
    @simmosimmo100 Před 9 lety +4

    Oh YES Squire! And a nice bit of finger-picking work to boot. Played it three times in a row. Great feeling. You have a soul full of music James, and you're letting us hear it. Thank you.

  • @ollierenee9237
    @ollierenee9237 Před 7 lety +2

    👏 👏 👏 👏 Bravo darlin! Jimi would be proud. Very talented. Stay centered! Don't let the industry steal your soul! Stay true to your music & heart ♥ ✌ 💋🍻

  • @mez7736
    @mez7736 Před 7 lety +4

    Phenomenal guitar work, and played with real fucking feeling which absolutely makes it and impresses. One talented dude right here.

  • @DannyJamesGuitar
    @DannyJamesGuitar Před 8 lety +35

    Nice playing man!

  • @PavelMartinekpierre
    @PavelMartinekpierre Před 7 lety +3

    LOVELY IM SO SAD WITH YOUR MUSIC I PRAY FOR YOU AND CRY I LOVE IT!!VIVAT JAMES KING OFF GB!!!

  • @Spiritwar2
    @Spiritwar2 Před 3 lety +8

    Finally, an equal to Jimi. As one who personally seen Jimi in concert 3 times, I can assure you that you have the hutzpah of Jimi all over you. I’ve seen videos of this song all over the place and none can hold a candle to this except Jimi’s. This flippin’ rocked.

    • @expresso8264
      @expresso8264 Před 2 lety

      Wow, if that is true, I salute you my good sir, I could bombard with some many questions but I wouldn't have the time lol, wow, what an experience that must of been.

    • @Jimihendrix1834
      @Jimihendrix1834 Před 2 lety

      Great yet don't forget Jimi passed in 1970 over a half century ago at 27. Who knows what he would have achieved had he been around longer. No James is not equal however he is very talented.

  • @user-jy6dq9np7n
    @user-jy6dq9np7n Před 4 měsíci +2

    Been a Hendrix fan longer than you been alive you sounded really good play on

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks! Hope u enjoy my original songs

  • @rudytuwankotta4505
    @rudytuwankotta4505 Před 8 lety

    Neil young said,Hey hey,My my.Amazing!!,Thanks for this music.

  • @medioprecio837
    @medioprecio837 Před 8 lety +7

    no shit, is the best version so far

  • @anthonya.gentry8882
    @anthonya.gentry8882 Před 9 lety +8

    Very SOLID James, ...Like a tank! :) We greatly enjoy your fantastic work!

  • @paulsims7161
    @paulsims7161 Před 5 lety +17

    This is the best cover of Hendrix , watchtower I have ever heard. Listen to it hundreds of times. Talent James ....talent.

    • @glennrager3684
      @glennrager3684 Před 3 lety +2

      I agree!

    • @verbatimdk
      @verbatimdk Před 3 lety +2

      did you listen to jeff healeys version czcams.com/video/Ah5Hs770twM/video.html for me its still the best artist who did this song

    • @jamesedwards2237
      @jamesedwards2237 Před rokem

      @@verbatimdk Uli Jon Roth does it justice as well!!

  • @SLO4SpeedBump
    @SLO4SpeedBump Před 3 lety +2

    I'm sure that Jimi would be proud and Steve RAY would say "DAMN THAT KID IS GOOD".!!!!!! Me, I know what your future is. Very well done youngster, please keep it up.

  • @Karlgolden
    @Karlgolden Před 9 lety +12

    Awesome

  • @grigorioskontopoulos9074
    @grigorioskontopoulos9074 Před 8 lety +3

    greetings from Greece mate....Rock it to the bone!!!!

    • @marklmp3199
      @marklmp3199 Před 8 lety

      geia se parakalo an mporeis na kaneis subscribe sto kanali mou kai like ta videos mou

  • @harleyhipwell9174
    @harleyhipwell9174 Před rokem

    Good to see younger people playing such amazing songs by hendrix his a great player too go on son

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před rokem

      Thank you !! I hope you like my recent original songs if you get a chance to check them out! And maybe consider subscribing and hitting the bell!
      Also, as people have been asking, I have a way people can help fight my condition I am suffering with here - :- www.paypal.me/jamesbellx
      Full story on gofundme - gofund.me/afe96bb0

  • @gregdemeterband
    @gregdemeterband Před 3 lety +2

    Where did this Cat come from!? With his electric Rainbow....Soundin Like, Stevie Ray...and Laying Jimi Out Flat? Who is this Groovy Dude, playin so Righteous and Sweet, as Honey Child.....Takin Ladies by Storm....these are just a few....of all we have to know....Predictions of the Heavens...

  • @ETHAN539
    @ETHAN539 Před 7 lety +2

    I need to tell you,,,,each time,,,,I listen your song,,,,,it makes me feel good,,,,,,,,REALLY REALLY EXCELLENT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks,,,,,,,,,,,,,,john,,,,,,,,,from,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,ETHAN !!!! Welcome James ,,,,,,

  • @dsam6990
    @dsam6990 Před 6 lety +3

    Excellent, I loved the way you took ownership by playing it your way without losing the main vibe of the song, very well done

  • @mikyway77
    @mikyway77 Před 9 lety +2

    I swear you have the soul of an old rocker. Great cover

  • @Blackboxrecording0
    @Blackboxrecording0 Před rokem

    Mr.James Bell!!!
    I can hear Jimi's lyrics singing out ...through those chords...sweet sound

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před rokem

      Thank you! I hope you like my recent original songs if you check them out and maybe consider subscribing and hitting the bell !

  • @victoriousgrace5370
    @victoriousgrace5370 Před 5 lety +1

    JBX, Congrats! I've been a Hendrix study since 1969 and can say that your sound fits the Hendrix groove. Improvisation, licks, soul and groove. You feel it and made me feel it and that is the point. I dig your arrangement on one the the all time fusion classics!

  • @caroeps5077
    @caroeps5077 Před 9 lety +5

    wow! that was amazing you are the best james xxxx

  • @robinperronjones5024
    @robinperronjones5024 Před 3 lety +2

    I’m a great Hendrix fan, I came across your cover, I can say you have a great appreciation of his music and the feeling he put into it. Brilliant !!!!!!! WOW

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 3 lety

      Thank you! I hope you enjoy my original Hendrix influenced album if you check it out!

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 3 lety

      It's in my description btw

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 3 lety

      As in the video description sorry

  • @larrytackett4293
    @larrytackett4293 Před 8 lety +1

    There are so many great licks here, and most of them are fairly simple in the notes they use. But the talent is in making something simple sound great. And you do that with every note. I've been playing for years, but this stuff is making me better.

  • @robrose182
    @robrose182 Před 8 lety +3

    Your sound and the fluidity of your playing are just amazing! Hands down THE best cover with a twist that i have heard. Keep up the amazing work!

  • @faggianileonardo
    @faggianileonardo Před 6 lety

    Great!!! My favorite song by Jimi!

  • @skiboy1046
    @skiboy1046 Před 3 lety +1

    Note perfect! Wonderful!

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 3 lety

      haha thank you I'm so glad you like it!
      I have a JIMI HENDRIX influenced ORIGINAL ROCK album out that I hope you will like if you check it out!
      jamesbell.bandcamp.com/album/live-in-my-dreams-classic-rock

  • @kylegregory2693
    @kylegregory2693 Před 3 lety

    I am so glad this appeared on my feed. Exceptional

  • @matpez65
    @matpez65 Před 5 lety +1

    goosebumps

  • @TheGrupoepidemia
    @TheGrupoepidemia Před 9 lety +2

    Sounds awesome !!!!!!!!

  • @macheadg5er
    @macheadg5er Před 8 lety +2

    love this version. just F ing awesome!

  • @alanlayton972
    @alanlayton972 Před 8 lety +3

    Outside of Jimi's original, this is the best version I have ever heard. I listen to your version at least once a day now.

  • @Noname10028
    @Noname10028 Před 6 měsíci

    James bell is my all time favorite gitarist.

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you!!!! I hope you're enjoying my recent origianl songs!

    • @Noname10028
      @Noname10028 Před 6 měsíci

      Yes I do. Thank you James. I listen to your music since 2018. You have been a great inspiration. Thanks a lot.

  • @thomasobrien2193
    @thomasobrien2193 Před 6 lety

    Absolutely excellent

  • @hpmtenaja
    @hpmtenaja Před 6 lety

    Absolutely the best guitarist you have never heard of, except maybe Buckethead.

  • @woodychadwick9834
    @woodychadwick9834 Před 5 lety

    My favorite song. Over.

  • @RIEH54
    @RIEH54 Před 3 lety +1

    Absolutely freakin fantastic. Loved every note

  • @curlykipper
    @curlykipper Před 5 lety +2

    Was surfing for eric johnson version (great if you havent seen it already) and found this. Superb rendition of a classic song.

  • @sudoku6177
    @sudoku6177 Před 7 lety

    bro this sick you killed it, proof you dont need a thousand dollar guitar to make something sound good.

  • @arthurhunt642
    @arthurhunt642 Před 8 lety

    As always, awesome.

  • @simonbieber9042
    @simonbieber9042 Před 9 lety +3

    James I have only 3 words for this amazing amazing amazing

  • @davidmartin6316
    @davidmartin6316 Před 9 lety +2

    Damn you are a great guitarist but the thing that makes your uploads so nice to watch is the passion and enjoyment that you show while you play.

  • @elmariachi821
    @elmariachi821 Před 5 lety

    Magnificent!!

  • @np216
    @np216 Před 6 lety

    I've seriously been watching this every day

  • @Urankar3
    @Urankar3 Před 9 lety +4

    PERFECT!!!!

  • @mbyt961
    @mbyt961 Před 8 lety +1

    Keep on rocking! You are amazing!!!

  • @RIEH54
    @RIEH54 Před 3 lety +2

    Exceptional- especially towards the end. Best cover of this song I’ve heard to date

    • @JamesBellx
      @JamesBellx  Před 3 lety +1

      Wow Thank you so much!!! As you like this you might like my Hendrix inspired classic rock album of original songs!!!
      (Link in the description)

  • @jimtepe2825
    @jimtepe2825 Před 3 lety

    could listen to this kid all day long. Phenomenal

  • @hillarymardis4079
    @hillarymardis4079 Před 6 lety +2

    Beautiful job! Lot's a bravery to take on such a huge song out here in front of the world. Bravo!!!

  • @jimgrill
    @jimgrill Před 5 lety

    Wow! Awesome!

  • @kevhol1973
    @kevhol1973 Před rokem

    Top five cover of this song all time.

  • @Thebusysuperhuman
    @Thebusysuperhuman Před 5 lety +1

    Really good ! One of my fav tracks ever

  • @fenderstratguy
    @fenderstratguy Před 9 lety +8

    Your timing and tone are fantastic

  • @steveraleigh100
    @steveraleigh100 Před 7 lety

    Beautiful playing that took me to places I rarely go. Thank you.

  • @FireZAT88
    @FireZAT88 Před 4 lety

    Amazing!!!

  • @dirkjameslebron6367
    @dirkjameslebron6367 Před 9 lety

    Amazing !!

  • @WhoDatheir
    @WhoDatheir Před 9 lety +1

    Just WOW! You just continue to amaze James.

  • @JenniferLowe97
    @JenniferLowe97 Před 9 lety +2

    Once again I really enjoyed your video! You've got such a beautiful skill and passion, and I love it!!! Always love your rock covers :)

  • @qazjayp1979
    @qazjayp1979 Před 7 lety

    I really love this version.

  • @stratbluesman
    @stratbluesman Před 8 lety

    awesome playing !! -one of my all time favorites !! I remember when that song hit the radio - long time ago lol

  • @SummerGraceMusic
    @SummerGraceMusic Před 8 lety +1

    So good, as always.

  • @saudesaude3522
    @saudesaude3522 Před 6 lety

    this gyu keepiing rock in roll living our mind and heart!

  • @dannyventure
    @dannyventure Před 8 lety

    Bravo for taking on Hendrix, one of my favorites; and I wasn't disappointed