I wouldn't say the best but definitely one of the most influential. Just listen to Tony Joe White and Mark Knopfler, there's a lot of JJ in their playing
I love how Eric Clapton, one of the greatest guitarists of all time, steps back and plays back up to his mentor and friend, the incredible J.J. Cale. He was showing the love and respect he had for this man. Amazing.
Guys, I think it's truly a blessing for us 50 and older, to have experienced what REAL TALENTwas... Nothing else is to be said since our era was the freedom and ❤ years.
I miss the joy for life and long haired men. They were good looking had they kept their locks they would be drop dead gorgious still instead of looking aged. Don't take me wrong I still love them.
Oh, I am so tired of hearing this nonsense. How did you forget to say the musicians in your time did not need Autotune? That usually comes into the geezer rant at some point. As a teen in a small rural town, when I discovered the Beatles, my parents and all their generation dismissed them as not fit to stand in the shadow of the musical icons of their time. (Later, when we were driving in the car and Paul sang "Yesterday" on the radio, my Dad admitted he was wrong. That's one of the reasons that though he is long gone I'll always respect my Dad -- not many people have the character required to admit being wrong.) Every generation by necessity chooses the sound that resonates best. By definition, other generations will not feel the same. How could they? What we experienced in our formative years will always be with us. And later, we will not be able to identify with other generations' favorites, because we heard them at a different stage of life. Me, I'm a rocker and could never figure out rap. But I know better than to put it down. Rap comes from a place beyond my wildest imaginings as a teen. Just because I do not understand it doesn't mean it is sub-par. Only a self-entitled idiot would feel that way.
@@jankotznicht6029 Agreed. Eric doesn't try to blow up the song or take over the stage. He just seems to find his place among the other players and slide right in.
JJ just oozes simply pure fluid smooth cool without even trying. One of a kind with a back porch, easy, funky style unlike no other. Back from a time when music and talent stood on its own. Stratospheric props to Eric to reverently taking a supportive role in backing up one of his preeminent heroes. The smiles say it all.
Well considering that Eric was on Heroin for much of his career and JJ was a close friend... Maybe its not just "coolness". Great musicians, music and people either way!
@@NormenHansen That part of his life was mostly in the early 70’s. He finally kicked heroin then alcohol became his major vice into the 80’s. That almost killed him. He cleaned up his life after that and has only been improving his talented craft since. He then put his energies into creating the Crossroads Center for rehabilitation.
@@jeffbranchick1516 You know, with celebrities I'd be careful if what you read about them is actually true - especially when its about "getting sober". Theres a lot of people with financial interests, including those writing the magazines and making their image.
Two thing I like about this besides the obvioius. Michael J Foxx on drums and how much Christine is enjoying this set. She has probably played this song a thousand times with JJ and it still gives her absolute joy to be playing with him and Eric. It so good that we live in a time when these moments are preserved.
Eric took a lead, but I think he was a bit intimidated by J.J., who was the master of this style. And Eric was not intimidated by many other guitar players, having had to come to terms with his limitations after watching a guitar genius who turned out to be a close friend, Jimi Hendrix.
Just before this song, they performed After Midnight, at the beginning of the session, JJ motioned for Eric to the mic. Eric smiled and shook his head. He allowed JJ to take the full lead. This was respect for the great JJ. Notice the smile at the end? Eric was having fun
Every southern rock band covers JJ Cale tunes. I saw him open for Allman Bros & Widespread Panic years ago. The pre crash version of Skynard with Collins, Rossington, and Gaines on triple lead guitar is the best American rock band ever assembled. Every single song is a timeless banger. This is my wheelhouse, I be knowing about this 💩.
Awesome footage...!!! Eric Clapton doesn't have to look up to too many people but JJ Cale is one man that he does. Eric's smile at the end says it all....pure respect...!!! Clapton covered a few of Cale's tunes for those of you who don't know much about JJ Cale.
Agreed, and I am under the impression Eric showed up at this gig to help J.J. draw a bigger audience. J.J.'s health was not good and it shows. But he had this wonderful gift of saying so much with so few notes. B.B. King did the same. After a certain point I outgrew the shredders. Or maybe I just outgrew myself.
Eric is the consumat professional, he respects the people people he grew up listening to and learned from. I'm sure it was an honor playing with JJCayle
There are so many things that make this video the best: the song; EC solo; JJ’s face at 3:38; Christine laughing all the time; the amazing bass player; John Mayer enjoying in the backstage;
Her and JJ played at the University club in Saskatoon Canada back in 85. Audie Ashworth and the bus driver, as well. The 2 of them BLEW 373 ppls minds. Christine played keyboards and JJ played guitar, base pedals with feet and a beat box for drums. I was the Manager so after the concert, loaded the Bus and sat around for an hour or so chilling. Branded my ❤️
I never get sick of listening to this song. I play it about at least 5 times a day. That bass player is so cool. Therapeutic soundz. Good to listen too to unwind after a stressful day at work. Best as antidote.
I had to watch again and again I love watching any Eric and JJ together I never see Eric smile a lot when playing with an exception of a few people. JJ definitely is one check out the videos from live from San Diego lot of grinning going on.❤
j.j. slows the world down to his own speed in a imperceptible millisecond kind of way. finding your own voice and sticking to it will do that. safe to say j.j. is a friend of god.
You see how JJ loves you Eric? JJ didn't want the spotlight. He enjoyed seeing you and other great musicians doing his stuff. How in the Hell did the world not know about this incredible man, JJ Cale. He did so much and gave so much to the world of music. RIP JJ!
This set in Fair Park the night before the big show in the Cotton Bowl was my favorite of the two days! Only time I saw J.J, Cale and it was as perfect as could be! The weather had cooled down with a steady breeze blowing at twilight. So much nicer environment than the 100,000 that packed the Cotton Bowl in the summer heat the next day.
J.j cale is awesome so natural guitar player always loved his music, & eric is really good , & christine , great video thanks for the share, you can always tell when j.j. plays he has that style 🙏🏴🙏
One of Claptons great influences n they enjjoyyss playing on this! His Wife Christine has this smile n so infectious for her man! JJ Wrkfee some of this world's best contemporary blues songs n a lesson to the phoney glimmer n glamour of today's young Artists! Every song vhe ever wrote was top 10 but he wasn't one to seek limelight just genuinely happy making others happy! Rip JJ your songs will live on n never fade, away! Saw u over 50 years ago in Melbourne Australia u lit uo my night n 50 years later still light up my life! My sincere sympathies to Christine. she is so lovely n now here huge loss! Stay strong Christine u were married to the best!
Actually I think Eric was a little intimidated by J.J. Eric’s lead started well but petered out. I believe Eric was aware J.J. could convey more musicality playing fewer notes, always the sign of the master. I get the impression Eric did this gig to support J.J., whose health was not good at the time. All the more reason to be in awe of a guy like Clapton, being such a huge star and not letting it go to his head.
my dad is on bass. miss these guys
Is dad still kickin it?
@@jimronsivalli1675 no. he passed away in 2010 before JJ
@@toddraffensperger4 I'm sorry for your loss.
This is awesome!!!!!!
You are blessed, indeed. The best music, ever!
Eric Clapton always said that JJ Cale was the best guitar player he ever heard.
I dont belive that, the just add to each other real good ❤
EC listens to a recording of himself to hear the best guitar player.
I wouldn't say the best but definitely one of the most influential. Just listen to Tony Joe White and Mark Knopfler, there's a lot of JJ in their playing
THE best best guitar player , I say oui
Actually I have to put Sonny landreth in that group.
When it's good, there's nothing to say, you just have to listen.
Thank you Eric Clapton for letting us have JJ Cale forever
I love how Eric Clapton, one of the greatest guitarists of all time, steps back and plays back up to his mentor and friend, the incredible J.J. Cale. He was showing the love and respect he had for this man. Amazing.
You are so right. He was every great guitarist's favorite guest artist because he never competed with them.
Clapton is a big fan of JJ…. that song is basiclly one chord.. think about it.
I saw JJ Cale in Caines Ballroom in Tulsa Oklahoma way back when…. Truly incredible 🎉
Guys, I think it's truly a blessing for us 50 and older, to have experienced what REAL TALENTwas... Nothing else is to be said since our era was the freedom and ❤ years.
I miss the joy for life and long haired men. They were good looking had they kept their locks they would be drop dead gorgious still instead of looking aged. Don't take me wrong I still love them.
@@bcascadascrane9831 All my locks fell out...🤣
We had it good . Poor millennials. That must suck .
I am close to being 67,,,,,I had the best of life and the best of music
Oh, I am so tired of hearing this nonsense. How did you forget to say the musicians in your time did not need Autotune? That usually comes into the geezer rant at some point.
As a teen in a small rural town, when I discovered the Beatles, my parents and all their generation dismissed them as not fit to stand in the shadow of the musical icons of their time. (Later, when we were driving in the car and Paul sang "Yesterday" on the radio, my Dad admitted he was wrong. That's one of the reasons that though he is long gone I'll always respect my Dad -- not many people have the character required to admit being wrong.)
Every generation by necessity chooses the sound that resonates best. By definition, other generations will not feel the same. How could they? What we experienced in our formative years will always be with us. And later, we will not be able to identify with other generations' favorites, because we heard them at a different stage of life.
Me, I'm a rocker and could never figure out rap. But I know better than to put it down. Rap comes from a place beyond my wildest imaginings as a teen. Just because I do not understand it doesn't mean it is sub-par. Only a self-entitled idiot would feel that way.
I am dedicating this Call me the Breeze by Eric Clapton and JJ Cale in the memory of my brother who died recently rest in peace.
JJ is a genre of music himself.
I just love how Eric Clapton always just looks like a regular guy. No fancy stuff just the best guitar 🎸 that ever was!! Love you man. 🎸💞
bb King Ma guy
@@jankotznicht6029 Agreed. Eric doesn't try to blow up the song or take over the stage. He just seems to find his place among the other players and slide right in.
@@MrTwister50 hmm ,,,oke fair enoug.
Eric Clapton has been through more in one lifetime than me you and the other guy combined
He's so relaxed............nuthin to prove!!!!!!!!!!!!
JJ was always so laid back. One helluva writer & composer!
JJ just oozes simply pure fluid smooth cool without even trying. One of a kind with a back porch, easy, funky style unlike no other. Back from a time when music and talent stood on its own.
Stratospheric props to Eric to reverently taking a supportive role in backing up one of his preeminent heroes. The smiles say it all.
Mr. Butterfingers in a good way!!
unique prolonged brilliance !!!
Well considering that Eric was on Heroin for much of his career and JJ was a close friend... Maybe its not just "coolness". Great musicians, music and people either way!
@@NormenHansen That part of his life was mostly in the early 70’s. He finally kicked heroin then alcohol became his major vice into the 80’s. That almost killed him. He cleaned up his life after that and has only been improving his talented craft since. He then put his energies into creating the Crossroads Center for rehabilitation.
@@jeffbranchick1516 You know, with celebrities I'd be careful if what you read about them is actually true - especially when its about "getting sober". Theres a lot of people with financial interests, including those writing the magazines and making their image.
I love the way Christine smiles!
Same here
Christine who?
@@brenthammond9679 Christine Lakeland, his wife.
Me too. !!!
Eric doesn't stand behind too many people Paige .... thats some respect right there
This has to be one the most enjoyable performances I've ever seen. R.I.P. Mr. Cale.
I was a great weekend! Hot, but great!
Where was this at
To those who may not know the ever smiling woman to Eric's right is JJ's wife, Christine Lakeland
Eric is grinning like a child before Christmas as he idolizes JJ CALE .
JJ Cale gets me through all the tough times with ease
Two thing I like about this besides the obvioius. Michael J Foxx on drums and how much Christine is enjoying this set. She has probably played this song a thousand times with JJ and it still gives her absolute joy to be playing with him and Eric. It so good that we live in a time when these moments are preserved.
Mind if I ask who Christine is? Was she J J 's wife? She has an awesome smile!
Christine Lakeland - JJ's wife - and regular band member since 70's @@adammiller2246
What about John Mayer in charge of guitar rack.
@@adammiller2246 yes. Christine Lakeland. She was JJ's wife. She plays on most of his albums and has released a few records of her own
Thanks for answering my question@@gazza63a14
Getting Clapton on stage with you is pretty great. Getting Clapton on stage with you and not throwing Clapton a lead? Priceless....
Clapton was nervous AF!
Eric took a lead, but I think he was a bit intimidated by J.J., who was the master of this style. And Eric was not intimidated by many other guitar players, having had to come to terms with his limitations after watching a guitar genius who turned out to be a close friend, Jimi Hendrix.
@@johntechwriter I agree 100%
Just before this song, they performed After Midnight, at the beginning of the session, JJ motioned for Eric to the mic. Eric smiled and shook his head. He allowed JJ to take the full lead. This was respect for the great JJ. Notice the smile at the end? Eric was having fun
I get that 💯
After 66 years out of the womb I finally got hooked! I'm hooked on JJ. C a l e baby!
JJ Cale was a HUGE inspiration to the Early Lynyrd Skynyrd Band
They did a solid cover of Breeze
As far as Im concerned, JJ Kale was a huge inflence on many, many artists!!!
Every southern rock band covers JJ Cale tunes. I saw him open for Allman Bros & Widespread Panic years ago. The pre crash version of Skynard with Collins, Rossington, and Gaines on triple lead guitar is the best American rock band ever assembled. Every single song is a timeless banger. This is my wheelhouse, I be knowing about this 💩.
I love watching JJ Cale's wife pick her flatop and smile at her husband...alwsys encouraging him and having fun together and with the band! 🎉
R.I.P. J J
Thank you for The Music!
What a great line: I ain’t hiding from nobody, no one is hiding from me.
Ain't nobody hiding from me.
J J 's death wasd a terrible loss! God Bless you JJ
⚘️
John Mayer standing back watching these legends who are showing how it's done.
Awesome footage...!!!
Eric Clapton doesn't have to look up to too many people but JJ Cale is one man that he does.
Eric's smile at the end says it all....pure respect...!!!
Clapton covered a few of Cale's tunes for those of you who don't know much about JJ Cale.
Cocaine being one
JJ was a great writer
Agreed, and I am under the impression Eric showed up at this gig to help J.J. draw a bigger audience. J.J.'s health was not good and it shows. But he had this wonderful gift of saying so much with so few notes. B.B. King did the same. After a certain point I outgrew the shredders. Or maybe I just outgrew myself.
A lot of greatness on that stage, but man, ya gotta appreciate that bass man and drummer!
Glad I'm not the only one that feels that. Great sounding band 😊
Just that smooth rhythm does the soul so good!!!
The "Tulsa Groove"
No dancing No antics just pure music.
One of the few rock musicians who aged in dignity
Beyond cool.Beyond laid back.Love JJ's guitar style.Christina's smile turns me to jelly!
She's such a cutie babe! Infectious smile. Goes well with JJ's laid back coolness.
charles gould g
Oh yeah! What a way 2 start a day!!! Good Mornin', er'body!
Christina spent her entire career making beautiful music with her man. Nice life if you can find it.
Eric is the consumat professional, he respects the people people he grew up listening to and learned from. I'm sure it was an honor playing with JJCayle
Christine has the most beautiful smile.
1:20 - Two legends of rock guitar, better than ever as they mellow out with the years.
Just wonderful seeing Eric playing with one of his big influences ... so cool.
❤ FANTASTIC, AWESOME!
I MISS J J Cale 🎉RIP 😢
I sing this all the time at work , Eric and JJ here with Christine and all the band , just amazing happiness,
love this song ! never tires me to listen to it !
2:32 John Mayer vibing in the background. He covered this song on Paradise Valley. Awesome
Legends, I could listen to this all day...
beowulf3075 - Britain does not have legends, only knighted millionaire musicians
@@majorrgeektf are you on about
I love this music
Thanks Fabio!!!!
Great music from Great People, thank you.
There are so many things that make this video the best: the song; EC solo; JJ’s face at 3:38; Christine laughing all the time; the amazing bass player; John Mayer enjoying in the backstage;
And... Michael J. Fox on drums...
Cale is soooo laidback and unassuming it's ridiculous. Love this vide.
JJ CALE FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS
The master of simplicity and rythm
Music real music by two of the best guitar players and one of the best song writers in my 60 years
Just keep coming back to this iconic pperformance, Thank you for sharing with us!
Long live JJ Cale ! We love you and thanks for the memories !
One of the best music videos ever.
Christine Lakeland has been going along, playing guitar, and smiling with JJ Cale for many years...
now she must be very sad today..
Her and JJ played at the University club in Saskatoon Canada back in 85. Audie Ashworth and the bus driver, as well.
The 2 of them BLEW 373 ppls minds. Christine played keyboards and JJ played guitar, base pedals with feet and a beat box for drums. I was the Manager so after the concert, loaded the Bus and sat around for an hour or so chilling. Branded my ❤️
That looks like a Line 6 Acoustic 700 she’s playing… don’t think I’ve seen many of those in use on a pro stage.
@@left0verture Interesting. Never knew Line 6 made anything apart from electric guitar amps
She is an unsung hero she was integral to the sound of JJ he is so be loved by me and true true troubadour
@@Ad-Ac jjiiikikoklpo
I love how JJ Cale's wife smiles at him and how Eric is happy playing in the back ground
Christine Lakewood is a joy. And she has a few albums of her own which are great.
The only time I saw Eric Clapton was the closer on his versatility. This is my first exposure to J.J
Cale, what up genius?
Look at the smile on Eric's face right before the song started
Good times . Never again with these two amazing musicians.
Thank you so much for this amazing time butterfly music
Oh how I miss musicians of this like just so smooth and they just have IT!!!
Je n' ai pas de mots pour expliquer ce miracle musical.
That was awesome! Looks like a great concert!
Music as good as it will ever get - EPIC
The classic Tulsa Sound that Cale helped pioneer, Rockin Jimmy Byfield and the Brothers of The Night also captured Clayton’s interest
This music gets in your bones & moves you without your consent.
Yep I agree. That dead crowd didn't agree with us though..
Can’t sit still when Tulsa Times music is playing…in the blood
I never get sick of listening to this song. I play it about at least 5 times a day. That bass player is so cool. Therapeutic soundz. Good to listen too to unwind after a stressful day at work. Best as antidote.
JJ just owns that groove!
Anyway the wind blows, what a BREEZE...hard to settle for less. When you've heard 2 of best.🎸🎸 Players!! Thanks for sharing, back in the day.✨
JJ is music personified and thank you to whoever
Well I grew up to these guy's and many more this is the type of music I love.
J.J Cale のリズム メロディーに非常に惹かれた。
Il pezzo più godibile di Eric eJJCole!
I had to watch again and again I love watching any Eric and JJ together I never see Eric smile a lot when playing with an exception of a few people. JJ definitely is one check out the videos from live from San Diego lot of grinning going on.❤
j.j. slows the world down to his own speed in a imperceptible millisecond kind of way.
finding your own voice and sticking to it will do that.
safe to say j.j. is a friend of god.
Wow, so awesome. I've listened to so many times and many more times to come . The best of the best!
Что бы ни говорили, музыка нашей молодости самая лучшая...👍👍👍
You see how JJ loves you Eric? JJ didn't want the spotlight. He enjoyed seeing you and other great musicians doing his stuff. How in the Hell did the world not know about this incredible man, JJ Cale. He did so much and gave so much to the world of music. RIP JJ!
I think the feeling was entirely mutual.Two great musicians enjoying each others company.
J Mack xxx
J Mack JJ is name of motivation..
I've loved this video, along with After Midnight, for years! The groove-factor on them both is off the charts!!
Ο Μάγος τής κιθάρας Eric παλιός "γνώριμος" μέ μαγεύει εδώ καί δεκαετίες. Many Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!
That's the best hard country I've ever heard, Cale wrote this song.
Джи Джи Кэйл , дорогой . Ты навечно в наших сердцах . Твоя музыка - памятник тебе на века .
They are best lbave seen
such respect by clapton
Todd how great is that, thumbs up.yeah
So smooth I'm smiling and I got goosebumps thanks guys and ladies
@EricClapton2 thanks for your reply and all the wonderful music
@EricClapton2 👍😉
@EricClapton2 sorry I can't get it. 🎶👍
@EricClapton2 Hello 🎶😎
Great song and one of my favorite work out numbers. Almost 5 minutes of good exercise.
I heard someone describe him as not needing to be an " Acrobat Musician. "
So true!!!
This set in Fair Park the night before the big show in the Cotton Bowl was my favorite of the two days! Only time I saw J.J, Cale and it was as perfect as could be! The weather had cooled down with a steady breeze blowing at twilight. So much nicer environment than the 100,000 that packed the Cotton Bowl in the summer heat the next day.
J.j cale is awesome so natural guitar player always loved his music, & eric is really good , & christine , great video thanks for the share, you can always tell when j.j. plays he has that style 🙏🏴🙏
Absolutely brilliant. Love it ❤ Everything, his voice, piano, the band.
Never have been bored of it
I LOVE this song. I love JJCale.
I love the smile of JJ`s wife....!!
you are absolutely right - Christine Lakeland is her name.
How much I love this song and as a breeze I would cross the oceans and fly to Los Angelos RN ❤
One of Claptons great influences n they enjjoyyss playing on this! His Wife Christine has this smile n so infectious for her man! JJ Wrkfee some of this world's best contemporary blues songs n a lesson to the phoney glimmer n glamour of today's young Artists! Every song vhe ever wrote was top 10 but he wasn't one to seek limelight just genuinely happy making others happy! Rip JJ your songs will live on n never fade, away! Saw u over 50 years ago in Melbourne Australia u lit uo my night n 50 years later still light up my life! My sincere sympathies to Christine. she is so lovely n now here huge loss! Stay strong Christine u were married to the best!
So much Talent on that stage!!
What else can I say about this great man? Only two words: Eric Clapton.
And f course JJ Cale, the giant in music.
Actually I think Eric was a little intimidated by J.J. Eric’s lead started well but petered out. I believe Eric was aware J.J. could convey more musicality playing fewer notes, always the sign of the master. I get the impression Eric did this gig to support J.J., whose health was not good at the time. All the more reason to be in awe of a guy like Clapton, being such a huge star and not letting it go to his head.
now that's rock and roll, Sunday morning out on NJ rt#21 early Sunday morning, burying that needle,nice road early in the morning on Sunday
Isso se chama Música!!!!!!
One best fabulous song of JJ. I like !!!