Mike Dawes - Cloud Catcher (Official Music Video)

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'Cloud Catcher' is the opening epic of the record, and Mike's favourite original composition.

At 7 minutes long, this original tune for modern fingerstyle guitar showcases Mike's writing and performance through an incredibly dynamic piece about hope and a cautious future. This song is for anyone struggling with anxiety about what that future means to them.

We hope you can take the full 7 minutes to enjoy this video captured perfectly by Josh Partridge (Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning)

Colour grading: ‪Josh Partridge
Audio recording and production: @getrealaudiouk
Thumbnail: @CasperEsmann

Mike Dawes

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[LTDudzek]

Mike has the platinum trophy for acoustic guitar.

[letsrace]

I have no words for how overwhelming this is. I have played guitar since 2001, and it is my primary emotional outlet. I have been suffering from fingertip dermatitis for the past year, which has prevented me from playing guitar during that time, despite my best efforts to address the causes of my dermatitis. I'm home sick for the past 4 days, and this just dropped. I clicked on it as soon as i saw it, and about 45 seconds to a minute in, right as that OC-5 kicks in, and there's a flash of a smile in the left corner of your mouth, a tidal wave of emotion blindsided me and i sobbed like an infant for the rest of the song. i felt fear, desperation, anger, frustration, and profound sadness, but buried deep in there, holding the whole mess together, Hope. I don't know if i've ever cried like that in my life.

I've only listened to the song once, and i need to calm myself down before i listen again. I've had to pause several times to gather myself even as i write this comment. I am compelled to share my deepest gratitude for sharing this song. you have helped unlock a measure of the emotions i've been holding in over the past year. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU. I wish i could express to you the way i feel right now. This comment is a feeble attempt, but i want you to know that you have gifted me a puzzle piece on my road to recovery. Again, thank you.

[MichaelRoberts-rurw]

You managed to silence my 5yr old for 7 mins while we listened to this together - you have super powers 😂. Wonderful stuff.

[roughcollielover]

As a classical guitarist for the past 55yrs Mike has blown me away with his technique, expression and song writing skills. Bravo Mike because you have sought excellence and have been rewarded.

[claudiacostanzi]

7 minutes might be a lot in our fast-forward and short focused society but, sometimes, they might be all you need to breathe.

Thank you Mike, this is soul nourishing.

[indy_dog_mom]

So much awful in the world, you just gifted me with 7 minutes of peace. Taking a deep breath, smiling, and thanking the universe for such beauty.

[chico]

5:18 what a clean capo transition! That song is awesome Mike!

[jonathannicholson]

I really believe this is going to go down in history as one of the most beautiful fingerstyle songs ever written. It's so refreshing to hear again a guitarist with something to say... And you say it loud and clear.

[afroafroguy]

I can hear the underling progression of your entry to the 2023 shred colab in this masterpiece. Beautiful.

[emptytombprod]

2:22 hedges written all over it... this might be the best acoustic fingerstyle song I've ever heard man.. bravo Mike 💪🏼☝🏼

[miedzystrunami]

This tune strikes me as very Hedges-esque, but it's so much more. You truly took the legacy of fingerstyle guitar, but instead of just copying you build upon it your own story, expressed not only with technical finesse, but first and foremost with feeling, groove, musicality, tenderness and incredible taste. That's what acoustic fingerstyle guitar is about. Kudos, you're amazing, and this is and instant classic, as well as one of my new favorite songs. Thank you!

[danielperkins]

I just played this for my Junior High Guitar class and they loved it!!!!☕️

[jessejames]

Bro im tryin not to cry listening to this in the parking lot at work... 😂 There's nobody like you Mike! 👏✌️

[matthiasu.]

This song left me completely speechles in the best way possible. The level of genius on the accoustic guitar as well as the feelings created by the wonderful melodies and handmade sound-FX cannot be put into words. Instrumental song of the decade.

[chrishayhurst]

You pulled out all the modern fingerstyle stops, but in such a stunningly tasteful way. I'm constantly in awe with your skill and sense of melody and harmony.

[laura.sefchik]

🙌🏻Mike, this is exquisite. A masterpiece. 🤍🕊 Thank you for this moment of tranquil contemplation.🤍🕊 
🤍The outro lightly rains God's grace upon our soul.🕊
Lots of Michael Hedges DNA: 🔔· 🥁 · ostinato · transcendence · heavenly strings · music for the soul🕊· "Heaven is all around - translated to sound' - MH
“Pray, hope, and don't worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer.” - St. Padre Pio 🤍Love + Blessings to all🕊

[kimdawcatgirl]

Like a surgeon, Mike's hands and fingers perform miracles! Beautiful composition! No matter where you play!

[marknutting]

On the gloomiest of mid winter, Friday mornings, I feel that this song may have saved my life. Thanks Mike. 🎭❤️‍🩹

[JWilder]

Flawless. I've been playing guitar since 1976; I can say that it doesn't get any better. He is blessed.

[BobuSama]

Finally!!! Been waiting on this for two years 😂🤩. Such a gorgeous song, Mike! Can't wait to listen on repeat now.