I always thought that Jim was a very underrated talent.   I am so thankful that I grew up in the prime of Campbell and Stafford and Clark.   We were spoiled and didn’t know it.

" While the other kids practiced football, I practiced guitar, and today I can kick that guitar 40 yards". Jim Stafford.

I remember him. Guys like him and Roy don’t act like they’re special, while those who act special aren’t.

Mr Stafford is very alive and still makes people laugh in Branson Missouri

Jim Stafford is an incredible guitarist who has never received the respect he deserves most likely because of his comedic approach to playing.  But he's got the chops, and can hang with the best of them when he's being serious.

The "Jokers" always seem to be underrated.  Jim Stafford, Roy Clark, Jerry Reed...  All MASTERS at their craft.  Thanks Fil, for yet another insightful analysis!

In my belief, Classical Gas is one of the best contemporary classical pieces ever written in modern history.  What an entertainer.

Victor Borge on the piano was exactly the same. A brilliant musician who would have you in fits of laughter . Your generation has really missed  out on some of the great entertainment we had in our younger days.

I was born in Defuniak springs Fl. I never thought to hear it mentioned in a Jim Stafford story. Thank you to all musicians for your gifts to humanity. Mr. Fil, it is so nice to hear the respect and decency you display. I am so sick of snarky, mean spirited people. You help restore some of my faith in humanity by your demeanor. Hee Haw to Zeppelin I have enjoyed it all. Keep playing and singing, it lifts our souls.

It's impressive that a younger fella like you can see the talent of some of us older folks.

It's amazing how many of the older "country" type guys, are actually classically trained as well!! They don't make em like that anymore!!

YES! He’s one of those guys that was all over the 70’s, but is actually a super talented musician and entertainer!! Viewers as old as me will remember “Spiders and Snakes.” LOL! 🤙🏻😁🎸

I attended college here in the States at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs (I graduated in June of 1977). Notoriously tough audience for performers, as we got many top acts; 4400 males between 18 and 26, all top of their high school classes, top athletes, etc......and cynical as hell. Saw Jim Stafford there; he performed totally solo........and he killed. He had us all eating out of his hand. Brilliant player, brilliant performer, funny as hell.

I saw Jim Stafford perform at Six Flags Magic Mountain in the late 70's and I was blown away he played "Dixie and America the Beautiful at the exact same time on the same guitar, both songs at the same time it was amazing.

My kids' dad was a jazz guitarist who lead the band for Little Anthony and the Imperials in the early 70s. He said he jammed with Jim Stafford and people just didn't realize what a great player he was because of the jokes. He was really underrated. I loved the guy!

I'm an old-fart who plays "cowboy chords". but I recently subscribed to your channel.  I absolutely love the analysis, and the fact that you are pointing out stuff that folks who don't play the instrument (or in my case, play it only poorly) so that they can appreciate the artistry that goes into the playing of the folks at the top of their game.  I've watched several of your videos at this point, and the other thing I appreciate is that you genuinely enjoy both the artists and the techniques, regardless of genre.  Well done channel, and thumbs up.

For anyone who remembers, Jim Stafford was a regular on the Smothers Brothers Show back in the day. He would always dazzle you with his playing ability in one second, and in the next have you rolling on the floor laughing! What a talent! Thanks for some good memories Fil. And thanks for some very well-rounded and "off the wall" reviews. It IS appreciated!

Brother you were born 25 years too late for your taste in music. I do love the fact you are keeping rock alive and well thank you.

Jim puts on a great show at his theater in Branson Missouri. My parents were in Branson on 9-11. Jim's theater was the only one to open up for prayer.

i met jim in the 70's,  he was dating my best friend.  i always thought his musicianship was under rated...he is truly gifted and thank you for bringing attention to his talent.  he's also one of the nicest people ever.