After reading some of the reviews here, I cam to the conclusion that the critics here probably didn't even watch the entire show before lashing out, denigrating positive reviewers as "fanboys".
A documentary should illustrate the life's work of the artist in question, should make you care about the person involved, and give you a distinct flavor of the artist. This has it all in spades.
Joe played with all the greatest blues and rock and rollers, and he was recognized and spotlighted early on because of his age and his talent. He was pretty raw as a beginner, but what new beginner isn't? I Bonamassa is humble throughout the documentary, except for the moment he is on stage, then puts forth his talent professionally, without prejudice, but without mercy. He is deferential when playing with the master Clapton, and his attitude throughout the show is respectful towards the root of the blues, towards the greats who played before him.
Comparing Joe to any other guitarist is pointless, he has earned his spurs, is still playing and improving, and isn't wasting his talent. He stands among the best that are out there, or who have passed on.
A documentary should illustrate the life's work of the artist in question, should make you care about the person involved, and give you a distinct flavor of the artist. This has it all in spades.
Joe played with all the greatest blues and rock and rollers, and he was recognized and spotlighted early on because of his age and his talent. He was pretty raw as a beginner, but what new beginner isn't? I Bonamassa is humble throughout the documentary, except for the moment he is on stage, then puts forth his talent professionally, without prejudice, but without mercy. He is deferential when playing with the master Clapton, and his attitude throughout the show is respectful towards the root of the blues, towards the greats who played before him.
Comparing Joe to any other guitarist is pointless, he has earned his spurs, is still playing and improving, and isn't wasting his talent. He stands among the best that are out there, or who have passed on.