On February 9, 2014, as part of The Night That Changed America: A Grammy Salute to the Beatles, a powerhouse trio of Gary Clark Jr., Joe Walsh, and Dave Grohl delivered a chilling rendition of George Harrison’s classic “While My Guitar Gently Weeps.” Performed exactly 50 years after the Beatles’ first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, the concert took place at the Los Angeles Convention Center, later airing on CBS
Standing out among epic tributes from Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Stevie Wonder, and others, this performance turned heads. Joe Walsh and Gary Clark Jr. exchanged fiery, emotive solos, while Dave Grohl’s drumming brought a hard-hitting edge that echoed his Nirvana legacy. The trio didn’t just replay the Beatles—they lit the song up anew, balancing reverence and raw energy.
Gary Clark Jr.—already acclaimed for his blues-infused technique—laid down jagged, soulful licks, while veteran Joe Walsh added melodic yet gritty counterpoints. Their interplay felt like watching two old souls reconnect in real-time. Dave Grohl, slamming the drums, grounded the moment in rock’s pulse, making it feel modern yet timeless .
Fans say this performance is “magic” and highlight how Grohl played “as if it were a Nirvana tribute,” turning attentions to the drums as fiercely as the guitars
More than just a cover, it was a statement: “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” still has the power to move and unite generations. This triumvirate paid tribute to Harrison’s haunting message while injecting new life and relevance into a song that never stopped speaking.
