The Collection: Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke

Today, we are grateful to venture off the beaten path to meet up with our friend and true Southern storyteller, Charlie Starr - the charismatic frontman for Blackberry Smoke and, lucky for us, a connoisseur of some fine vintage guitars. In this new episode of Gibson TV’s “The Collection,” join host Mark Agnesi to get a close-up look at the guitars Charlie has amassed in his world travels and learn his one rule for collecting: every guitar is meant to be played on stage.

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00:00 - Intro
00:51 - Interview
4:50 - 1955 Les Paul Junior
8:34 - 1956 Les Paul Junior
13:18 - Interview (cont’d)
16:18 - 1957 Les Paul Junior
19:36 - 1958 Les Paul TV Model
22:12 - 1959 Les Paul Junior
24:28 - Interview (cont’d)
28:24 - 1962 Les Paul SG Junior
31:30 - 1964 SG Junior
34:34 - 1953 Les Paul Model
38:14 - 1958 Les Paul Custom
41:33 - Interview (cont’d)
42:57 - 1964 ES-335TDC
46:58 - 1965 ES-330TD
50:13 - 1964 Firebird I
52:35 - 1946 ES-300
55:26 - Interview (cont’d)
58:02 - 1941 L-00
1:00:50 - 1963 Country & Western
1:02:35 - 1963 J-180 Everly Brothers
1:06:22 - 1960 Martin 00-21
1:09:19 - 1950 Martin D-28
1:12:30 - Interview (cont’d)
1:13:00 - 1958 Fender Telecaster
1:16:55 - 1963 Fender Esquire
1:19:15 - 1965 Fender Esquire
1:21:45 - Interview (cont’d)
1:22:44 - Performance Guitar T-Style
1:27:22 - Outro

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[karencostantini]

😅 😢 Love this video but brought tears to my eyes watching Charlie bring out the '58 Les Paul Tuxedo, triple pickup my awesome husband's guitar. So happy it ended up in Charlie's hands!

[Andy_Fallon]

This is such a great episode. A real working collection rather than a warehouse full of guitar cases that haven't been opened in years.

[bddmhopp]

I’ve met Charlie a dozen times, hung out on the tour bus, he is a truly, good southern gentleman. And a kick ass guitar player with no ego.

[jrchanning]

My favourite "Collection" episode so far, incredible collection of guitars with some amazing stories behind them. Blackberry Smoke are a real favourite of mine and Charlie Starr is a brilliant guitarist, singer and songwriter and he knows how to buy special guitars and obviously loves 'em !!, many thanks to Mark and Gibson for having Charlie on 👍🎸😄

[jamesdavid]

Charlie, in an interview and probably daily life, seems more down to earth than probably anybody I've ever listened to.

[TheSpiderbridge]

Charlie rules. I hope Gibson makes a signature Jr. with him at some point in the future. Thanks for this!

[trickyrjb]

I don't think I've ever enjoyed an interview as much as this one! Love Charlie, his music, his guitars, and this look into his world.

[shable]

Charlie needs to tell everyone about his secret weapon, the rugs!!! The Afghan rugs are the trick to center your mind and feel relaxed while playing somewhere, they give an aura of familiarity to every gig no matter where.

[dragendelao]

That “Stepbrothers” reference at the end was perfect. My favorite Collection video so far!

[manusisback]

I love Charlie, he is a talented and passionate musician. And he's a cool guy...

[mrt]

Great episode! Charlie is an amazing songwriter and player, with a killer band behind him. ❤ BBS

[peytonsmith]

The best guitar show on the internet, yet to make a bad episode, I’ve been watching Mark since guitar of the day, to see where he’s at now is nothing short of incredible and a true testament to sticking with your passion no matter what. Truly awesome!!

[benallmark]

These episodes are by far my favourite on this planet to watch great stuff. Gracious

[duanec]

So glad Charlie included the Hagis guitar. Always love hearing the story behind that guitar!

[chizlr]

Awesome!!!! Good guy and a really great player. Good to see Charlie getting some mainstream recognition.... well deserved.

[terryeaster]

This has been the most awesome hour and a half I've spent on YouTube in forever!!! Thanks guys

[MyJROBERT]

oh man i love to hear the storys ., they are as music history as the music and musicians them selves .Charlie has great taste in guitars .

[leehurst]

That was the BEST 90 minutes I've ever spent on Youtube!! Seen Charlie a bunch...spent some time with him a couple times...he's just one of the nicest, friendliest guitar masters in the world!! And his momma, Tanila, is an ANGEL!! She is SOOO proud of her boy...and rightly so!! Good people, y'all!!

[brianmckenzie]

ABSOLUTELY loved this episode! Charlie Starr is such an awesome person and musician! Love that he actually plays these and they are not sitting in a case locked away. When will we see a Charlie Starr signature Jr?

[nikeisagreekgoddess]

It's really cool to see how these dudes will happily show other brand classics in these documentaries. They got their priorities right and this content will age like fine wine.