Truetone Lounge | The Elvis Movie Guitarist -JD Simo
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- čas přidán 26. 06. 2022
- An unseen star of Baz Luhrmann's Elvis movie is guitarist JD Simo, who was tasked with replicating the original parts and tones played by Scotty Moore, James Burton, Hank Garland, Reggie Young, and Tommy Tedesco. In today's special collaboration with Ask Zac, we sit down with Simo, as he tells the tale of how he was asked to take part, and the gear he used to replicate the legendary guitarist's riffs.
We also take a look at his soon-to-be-released album Songs From The House Of Grease. Recorded with his trio, the album features his recently acquired Danocaster Singel-Cut, along with an ancient Alamo amp and a venerable 1965 Deluxe Reverb. Simo also shows off his new Xact Tone Solutions built pedal board. - Hudba
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It's so great to see an interviewer who allows the guest to formulate complete answers instead of talking over them. Well done Zac.
Thank you
Tom bukovac was recently talking about JD on his channel. I never heard of him. He was saying how awesome he was on the Wah. Had to check the music out for myself. And god damm. I can’t stop listening. Incredible, vintage, and someways very modern. Making his influences, his own.
I don’t know if I’m describing him in the right way. But I’m completely hooked on his music. Inspiring to me, in many ways. Makes me want to really hunker down on my guitar playing.😎✌️
Glad to see success for JD on his terms. He could have sold out a long time ago but stayed true to himself.
Not only did JD sound great in the film, he looked awesome with Crudup in that gas station shack scene. The music in this movie is perfect and rings authentic. Cool to know they went right to tape.
This is pure gold! JD is a treasure and Zac you're a masterful interviewer. Now I gotta watch the Ask Zac episode.
I don’t think Elvis would consider himself a broken man. Broken from what?
This is my world of music, guitars, and friendships. Love the Shure Vocal Master speaker in the back :)
I'd love to see Chuck Prophet on this show. my favourite telecaster player
I stopped this video half way through and went to the movie. I was dismissing it until I heard the Great JD talking about it. I was totally wrong. Just got back. So glad I went. Thanks for sharing this Gents. Listened to Elvis Radio on Sirius on the way back. Going to have to find The 68 Comeback Show and watch this weekend.
I remember watching the 68 comeback show live. I was 8 years old.
Absolutely great interview
I’m very happy for him, this is a major accomplishment and a more than deserved one. JD is one of the nicest and most talented musicians around so good for him! Keep it up, JD!
one of the most Delicious interviews ever.. got my J.D. poster signed by J.D. over at Darryl's House a couple years ago right here in my office, still got the same afro there JD :) shout out guys can't wait to see the Elvis movie
Excellent interview, as always! And two cool dudes.
Glad you enjoyed it!
You're the greatest JD, can't wait to see the movie and see you again when you make LA! Thanks Zack, your channel is ruling!!!
the movie is AWSOME exceeded my expectations,very well done
It’s so easy to take for granted all the sounds great guitarist AREN’T letting happen. Masters of Muting. Total control of the guitar. It’s so much more than just playing the right notes.
I really have grown to love JD great musican
Second time I’ve watched this. What a great interview, Zac! JD is such a humble, down to earth dude…and a heck of a picker.
This is a well done interview , really enjoyed it . I caught JD with Tab in Texas last week and obviously dug it . Special player .
What amazing tone and slide! Love it!
Thanks for another informative interview with JD. He is The Man
You bet
Absolutely wonderfully entertaining episode! JD is definitely our friend! Lol. Can't wait for the new disc!
Us too!
Absolutely brilliant thank you 🙏
Too cool man! Very nice! So happy for J.D.!!!🤘
Me too!!
Great interview, Zac. Can't believe I'm just watching it.
JD is great. Thanks for the interview.
Thanks for listening
Excellent interview … both sides of the mic !! Great questions. Fascinating answers. Thanks
Our pleasure!
nice one, would like more interviews like this
This is a real find...Great job JD and Zac…Kudos…! Sorry late to the party. Just getting caught up on CZcams.
Thanks for listening
I just discovered this channel and have been binge watching the last few days. I don't know if I should practice more or just throw the guitar out the window.
Great background. JD Simo is a great tonechaser. Good to know.
Great interview. I covert some of Burton's licks to use with my keyboard using a pitchbend wheel. Keep a rockin'!
Rock on!
I sincerely appreciate this one, don't know how I missed it, but that means I got to enjoy it today instead. JD is one of the deepest guitar cats out there, when it comes to geeking-out nerdishness and knowledge of music. The only cat I can think of who is close would be his friend Nik at"the riff" - another cat who goes DEEP into tonesville (and amazing guitarist too)........!
That's funny, the last rig rundown I saw of his was with John Bolinger and JD was shaking his head at the fact that everyone and their mother were using Fender BF's.
OMG is that a sure vocal master PA in the background?? I had one in my first band in the 70's!!
Great interview Zac!! Please ask JD about Patrick Sweeney . Patrick would make a great guest on the tru tone lounge. He’s a true unsung finger picking , road dog guitar hero. Amazing talented guy that more people need to know about.
yes, Patrick Sweeney would be great!
Rip Lisa Marie Presley
I've been resisting swapping my Tele pickups because I didn't know where to start. I still don't but down the rabbit hole I go.
ZAC CAN YOU GET A SHOW WITH THE BAND GA20 ??????
How do you get that neck pickup to sound so full and bright? I've tried different pots and wireing, but it still sounds dull.
Man the tone on that switch master was amazing. What was the signal path? Was that just straight in with grit or was there a touch of fuzz? Is it just all about the vintage P90s?
Into his 1965 Deluxe Reverb
@@TruetoneFX just strait in huh? Sounds killer.
His look and demeanor actually reminds me of Tommy Tedesco.
Could his fuzz be noisy because germanium?
Zac, did JD get rid of the RS?
I think he still has it.
@@TruetoneFX first time I saw JD on CZcams was footage from Robert's. I found out that he was using an RS tele which I thought was awesome. I'm in eastern Kentucky and work in Winchester where RS is located.
Nod to Reggie makes this good.
These boys burned some hippy lettuce before they started rollin…
Just some Topo Chico straight up.
baz who
Baz Luhrmann
@@TruetoneFX Ahhhh, I have to look him up. JD was awesome, as always. Just a little taste of his playing a few pieces of the movie scores has me wanting to watch this ASAP. That old 3-P90 Gibson he was playing is awesome. The sounds he was getting from that beauty are incredible. JD makes it look so effortless. Great interview, sorry I didn't catch it sooner. Thanks
Just saw the movie if you haven't seen it don't bother. Only part I felt you was Rosetta Sharp. You got fourth line first column of 15 additional musicians. Stay real Hollywood still sucks. Love. Peace.
THARP
Great Zac! This Interview is a jewel; JD is one of my real heroes. My friend Sir Don Pedro made a heroes vid with his heroes: czcams.com/video/TZv1e2VUevg/video.html
Hello Gentelman!! That fist song JD is playing? What is it?
Elvis Sun Session. I think "Baby Let's Play House."
Good Rockin Tonight
Hamburgler
Hey JD. Kid Rock saying they gonna demolish Hank Williams house. Help spread the Word thx help