Paul Franklin bopping at the steel !

Jamie Lennon · Post by **Jamie Lennon** » 6 Feb 2007 4:41 pm

Looks like Paul is really enjoying this

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FV7gHnwJIf0

Jim Cohen · Post by **Jim Cohen** » 6 Feb 2007 5:06 pm

Yeah, but is he playing anything? I sure can't hear him.

Jamie Lennon · Post by **Jamie Lennon** » 6 Feb 2007 5:08 pm

I know, but its great to see a pro such as Paul enjoying what he is doing.

Larry Weaver · Post by **Larry Weaver** » 6 Feb 2007 5:19 pm

Well said Jamie... Man, it's just great to see a Pedal Steel in such a prominent spot in one of rock music's great tours. Thanks for posting the clips Jamie! Cheers!

best,
LarryW

Jamie Lennon · Post by **Jamie Lennon** » 16 May 2009 5:23 am

His the master !!!

Tim Pillow · Post by **Tim Pillow** » 16 May 2009 5:15 pm

Now that is obsession at it's finest!...

Jack Stanton · Post by **Jack Stanton** » 17 May 2009 4:44 pm

It's only rock & roll, but I like it...

Jamie Lennon · Post by **Jamie Lennon** » 23 May 2009 2:54 pm

Tim Pillow wrote:Now that is obsession at it's finest!...

obsession or ADMIRATION !!!!

Rick Campbell · Post by **Rick Campbell** » 23 May 2009 3:12 pm

What a waste of Paul Franklin's talent. I hope the money was good. That band needs a steel guitar like a country band need a tuba.

Jamie Lennon · Post by **Jamie Lennon** » 23 May 2009 3:48 pm

Rick Campbell wrote:What a waste of Paul Franklin's talent. I hope the money was good. That band needs a steel guitar like a country band need a tuba.

Rick listen to Dire Straits on the night, or even better watch the dvd !!!!

You will see how Paul complemted that band, listen to the solo on walk of life !!!!

Because there a rock sort of band does not mean a steel guitar dont fit in !!!!!

And as for mr Knopfler enough said, what an honour to play for them !!! my 2 cents !

Rick Campbell · Post by **Rick Campbell** » 23 May 2009 4:53 pm

I'll take your word for it. My only experience with this band is the video posted above. Based on that, I wouldn't spend any money to hear more.

Micky Byrne · Post by **Micky Byrne** » 24 May 2009 1:36 am

Jamie me old mate.....put the clip of "walk of life" for Rick....Show him how Paul complemented that band. Just because Paul didn't do much in that prevoius video don't mean a thing and yes he was enjoying himself. Sometimes as you know even in Country bands, depending on arrangements of a particular song, the band leader may suggest the steel to lay off the entire song

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Jamie Lennon · Post by **Jamie Lennon** » 24 May 2009 4:22 am

i got walk of life, the london one though cant they took it off youtube. But the bug has great steel, heres them both

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlLxrTsI41w walk of life

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0wkxYUdT2c thed bug

Hook Moore · Post by **Hook Moore** » 24 May 2009 4:55 am

I like them Jamie !
Hook

John Lacey · Post by **John Lacey** » 24 May 2009 7:21 am

I had the pleasure of seeing the Dire Straits band compliments of Mr. Franklin back in '91 when they came through Vancouver. I was lightly informed of their music thru the radio and wasn't sure what to anticipate (brought earplugs-didn't use them). Once the lights went up and the band started playing, it was a very pleasant walk through a bunch of different kinds of music and formats, full on big band with Paul, down to a small quartet like the beginnings. Lots of Paul on it, on the appropriate spots. Me and a bunch of hairy-legged steel players walked away with big grins on our faces. Thanks again, Paul Franklin, your a class act.

David Wright · Post by **David Wright** » 24 May 2009 8:22 am

found this little ditty, I think it's great, and shows in 1972, Paul's future was in recording...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0cFm2a5vykc

Rick Campbell · Post by **Rick Campbell** » 24 May 2009 10:17 am

Thanks for the links. The song "Walk Of Life" reminds me of Rockin Sidney's "Don't Mess With My Toot Toot". Obviously, lots on talent in this band, but it's not my cup of tea. Guess I'm too much of a die hard country fan.

Bas Kapitein · Post by **Bas Kapitein** » 24 May 2009 12:37 pm

Of course Paul is enjoying himself, he is playing in Holland !

And if I am correct he had not been in our country for 20 years. That was when he 18 years old and playing with Dottie West.

Jamie Lennon · Post by **Jamie Lennon** » 25 May 2009 3:18 am

I have this gallery track, I think it was Paul's first recording !

David Wright · Post by **David Wright** » 25 May 2009 3:37 am

Jamie:
I believe Paul was 15 at the time he recorded that..

Jim Seay · Post by **Jim Seay** » 30 May 2009 2:32 pm

Rick we know the truth!