Stevie Ray Vaughn - "Texas Flood at El Mocambo" Reaction! Separating Himself From the Competition!
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Published 2024-08-01
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Stevie Ray Vaughan's electrifying live performance of "Texas Flood" at El Mocambo is legendary in the annals of blues and rock history. Recorded on July 20, 1983, this iconic show showcased Vaughan's unparalleled skill and passion for the blues guitar. From the moment he launched into the opening riffs, Vaughan's raw energy and technical prowess mesmerized the audience. The intensity of his playing, coupled with his soulful vocals, captured the essence of the blues in its purest form.
The venue itself, El Mocambo in Toronto, Canada, provided an intimate setting that allowed Vaughan's music to reverberate with unmatched power. As he navigated through the song, Vaughan's improvisational ability shone brightly, taking listeners on a journey through the highs and lows of his musical expression. His guitar solos were masterful displays of emotion and technique, drawing cheers and applause from the crowd.
The live recording of "Texas Flood" at El Mocambo not only solidified Stevie Ray Vaughan's reputation as a guitar virtuoso but also served as a testament to his deep connection to the blues tradition. It remains a seminal moment in Vaughan's career and continues to inspire musicians and fans alike, underscoring his enduring impact on the world of music.
All Comments (21)
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You don’t watch Stevie Ray..you experience Stevie Ray.
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I seen him in 85 as a 16 year old and it literally changed my life the way I viewed music. It was a spiritual experience. Stood 5 feet from him the whole time. His eyes closed most the time in 100 degree Texas Summer Heat. Sweating Bullets.and cooked!
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Stevie Ray's guitar wasn't plugged into his amp, it was plugged into his soul. RIP SRV the GOAT. 🙏🤙✌️
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Albert and BB king gravitated to him after hearing him and felt he was one of the best they ever heard, even at a young age
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I don't always listen to Stevie Ray Vaughn, but when I do, so do my neighbours...
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Texas girl here.SRV. Incomparable. Was lucky enough to see him play many times in so sad that there are people who’ve never heard the virtuosity of HIM. He pulls you into his world.
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SRV was one of one. He played with incredible passion. Another must watch is "Tin Pan Alley" with Johnny Copeland, incredible how they complement each other.
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GOD WAS SHOWING OFF WHEN HE MADE STEVIE RAY VAUGHAN!!!
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Guys, “Life Without You - Live from the Capital Theatre” is a must witness!!! The song is for his longtime friend, and guitar tech that passed away. Not only will you witness his passion but, how SRV works through multiple tech difficulties and, he loses his tooth! Lastly, you get to witness what a beautiful human being Stevie was.
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My dad turned me on to Stevie Ray in '83 when Texas Flood was released. Not Pops' kind of music, but he'd heard him on NPR driving home . I was 18, torturing my folks with BB King, Hot Tuna, Alvin Lee and Jimi Hendrix. But my old dad was tuned in enough for his ear to catch something I might dig - and man was he right. Miss ya Pops. Thanks for a great reaction.
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The El Macambo was a bar in Toronto, Canada🇨🇦 Stevie Rays idol was Jimi Hendrix. Stevie went to Jimi's father to ask his okay to record some his songs. Ultimate sign of respect. This video is before SRV got sober.
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Eric Clapton said he was an open channel that never stopped flowing.SRV didn't have to think about where he was going next,it just flowed through him....
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There’s been no one like him since Jimi, and no one else since. RIP GOAT✌️❤️🎶
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The best recorded version of Texas flood live 👍
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I saw him live in 89. Nothing else like it before or after. Two things to keep in mind: it was live - one take and no Autotune. This was more Stevie than Voodoo Chile, which he meant as an homage to Jimi and kept close to that version. This was more of the true SRV. That almost pained expression on his face I always interpret as the the inspiration of the universe passing through him to his guitar. He never really played it -- just made it speak what was spoken to him
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Stevie Ray Vaughan Tin Pan Alley (with Johnny Copeland) - Some deep blues!!!!
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One of the greatest things about Stevie, beyond the musical genius, was what a humble, good dude he was. May every blessing of God be upon him.
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So nice that you mentioned the blues. Stevie was loved & mentored by so many of those old bluesman. They loved him & he loved them right back. In the 80's he hit the big time, creating a huge blues revival. He consistently brought those great blues legends on stage with him creating a revival in their careers. As his best friend Buddy Guy said "Stevie put the blues over & then came back to get the rest of us". He was by all accounts a truly kind, funny & humble person off stage and (obviously) a beast on stage. Heaven gotcha good one the day they got Stevie.
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NOBODY...WAS EVER THIS CONNECTED...TO THEIR GUITAR..., AS HE WAS.
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Most people don't realize the strength and endurance required to play the way Stevie does with the strings and set up he has. Unbelievable, I am in forever in aww.
