Exclusive Video: Tommy Emmanuel Performs “Hope Street”
We recently had acoustic guitar legend Tommy Emmanuel drop by the Acoustic Nation studio.
In addition to an exclusive interview and lesson, he also treated us to an intimate performance of his track, “Hope Street.”
Inspired by the unlikely combination of George Harrison and Keb’ Mo’, the tune implements Emmanuel’s trademark picking style along with some genius melodic work.
It’s hard to not have a smile on your face while watching him perform this song.
To find out more, visit www.tommyemmanuel.com, and if you see a tour stop in your town, don’t miss the opportunity to see this guitar master up close!
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Acoustic Nation is written by Laura B. Whitmore, a music industry marketing veteran, music journalist and editor, who has contributed to Parade.com, Guitar World, and others. She has interviewed hundreds of musicians and hosts the She Rocks Podcast. As the founder of the Women’s International Music Network, she advocates for women in the music industry and produces the annual She Rocks Awards. She is the Senior Vice President of Marketing for Positive Grid, making the world safe for guitar exploration everywhere! A guitarist and singer/songwriter, Laura is currently co-writing an album of pop songs that empower and energize girls.

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