Summertime - Billy Strings & Marcus King

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  • @jackstraw0000
    @jackstraw0000 5 років тому +6459

    I hear people bitching all the time that there just aren't any new young musicians coming up to fill the shoes of the great ones we've lost. Well, I beg to differ!

    • @iwillnevergetone5
      @iwillnevergetone5 5 років тому +193

      exaclty. those people are lazy listeners

    • @welhynole4082
      @welhynole4082 5 років тому +181

      Problem is none of them are famous at all compared to main stream that’s the problem

    • @travis9822
      @travis9822 5 років тому +139

      It's overwhelmed by all the mainstream garbage. Nearly everything on the radio is generic recycled crap. Country, if you can call is that, is the most far gone as far as mainstream goes

    • @travis9822
      @travis9822 5 років тому +117

      I flat out don't listen to the radio

    • @thetubekid
      @thetubekid 5 років тому +88

      The issue isn't that it doesn't exist. It's that it isn't popular. Artists like this used to have mainstream success. No longer the case. That's what is sad.

  • @MrMarkpark
    @MrMarkpark Рік тому +276

    Thank God for UA-cam to bring us music we’d never ever get to hear on the radio. Thanks to discovering music on UA-cam I haven’t listened to the radio in nearly 20 years. True story

    • @chestercheeta
      @chestercheeta 11 місяців тому +1

      Exactly Sir here’s a cheers to the next 20 years ❤

    • @brianwalsh6666
      @brianwalsh6666 11 місяців тому +2

      I’m sooo with you! What an advance from the old TV as well!

    • @musoandafan965
      @musoandafan965 9 місяців тому +4

      A few independant stations is all I need

    • @musicwith9lives
      @musicwith9lives 9 місяців тому +1

      Amen🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉so many gifted people out there in this great big wotld!

    • @ptrain86
      @ptrain86 8 місяців тому +2

      The Internet is good ànd bad... Sometimes it shines. Sometimes it shines.

  • @csutton161
    @csutton161 2 роки тому +301

    I met Marcus King in a small bar in Greenville SC back in 2015/16, and I was MESMERIZED. He and his band members came to my house, after the show, and sang and played the piano I had in my living room. WOW. what a great memory. and now i've discovered Billy Strings as well. 2 great musicians.

  • @TheDellaniOakes
    @TheDellaniOakes 3 роки тому +835

    My son introduced me to Billy Strings. I introduced him to Marcus King. These two together -- magic.

    • @Louisiana666
      @Louisiana666 2 роки тому +8

      I love this!

    • @TheDellaniOakes
      @TheDellaniOakes 2 роки тому +1

      @InThisTogether That's a great idea! I hope you have a great time at the concert.

    • @amys.1017
      @amys.1017 2 роки тому +3

      Same scenario for me and my 34 year old son!!

    • @majinyaze
      @majinyaze 2 роки тому +4

      that’s acc so fy

    • @kayliehall7349
      @kayliehall7349 2 роки тому +1

      @@Louisiana666 😅

  • @lw216316
    @lw216316 5 років тому +1915

    These old guitars must be thinking.....finally someone who knows how to play me !

    • @filipdemeyst8842
      @filipdemeyst8842 5 років тому +22

      Guitars don't think.

    • @abbyfrazier839
      @abbyfrazier839 5 років тому +39

      ok boomer

    • @MrPnew1
      @MrPnew1 5 років тому +11

      @@danieldonato I don't normally follow these links in comments as they are usually by idiots, but you are a great young player fella.

    • @elon13yearsago8
      @elon13yearsago8 5 років тому

      All those guitars still have price tag on..

    • @Isaiah42069
      @Isaiah42069 5 років тому +2

      @@elon13yearsago8 dummy, they are at a guitar store. cant you read the fucking info? these kids prob cant afford to buy them.

  • @oneson3608
    @oneson3608 Рік тому +641

    Y'all just go ahead and do a collaboration album and call it string kings. Make it happen 🔥🔥🔥

  • @adamcoe
    @adamcoe 3 роки тому +1468

    by the way let's give a massive hats off to whoever engineered and mixed this...you wouldn't think a random room in a guitar shop would sound so gorgeous, but these videos always sound killer. great preamps, great mics, great placement, and obviously top drawer talent playing top drawer instruments. i mean what more do you want

    • @ytubs
      @ytubs 3 роки тому +17

      great point actually

    • @AlexanderScamelton
      @AlexanderScamelton 3 роки тому +6

      You right

    • @jamesbarger4409
      @jamesbarger4409 3 роки тому +9

      Can't get enough of this

    • @alecb2806
      @alecb2806 3 роки тому +16

      The acoustic micing and mixing is actually insane in this video- so crisp compared to Marcus and that super reverb

    • @PatJamesRicketts
      @PatJamesRicketts 3 роки тому +11

      Any guitar shop worth their strings ought to have proper acoustics. It helps to have two living legends playing together:)

  • @frankmageean6027
    @frankmageean6027 4 роки тому +1024

    I sent this to my 85 year old classical guitarist dad . His eyes lit up and he cried.
    Blues and skillfully played instruments impress all musicians , no matter their genre

    • @Samuel-H
      @Samuel-H 4 роки тому +18

      Frank Mageean thanks for sharing! music IS the universal language. I love seeing how artist can speak to each other in “music”

    • @todharper3964
      @todharper3964 4 роки тому +7

      Frank Mageean amen

    • @amysmusicsplaying4002
      @amysmusicsplaying4002 4 роки тому +8

      The most beautiful compliment!

    • @absoledge
      @absoledge 4 роки тому +8

      Shit are you serious? I conjured up such an image if this after reading your comment

    • @CramBL
      @CramBL 4 роки тому +9

      It's jazz but yes, I agree with the sentiment 100%, beautiful music is beautiful for anyone who's willing to listen. (For the youtube "professors" who love to discuss: It's technically a jazz blues but that has less to do with blues than the name might imply. "Straight, No Chaser" is another example that shows you that jazz blues is not blues, it's jazz).

  • @MrRTB1987
    @MrRTB1987 4 місяці тому +192

    Anyone else watching this for the 47th time?

  • @srishtirumalai5973
    @srishtirumalai5973 4 роки тому +2098

    This sounds like how good whiskey tastes

    • @brandong1811
      @brandong1811 4 роки тому +39

      This whiskey is like how good sounds taste

    • @jordandahl9621
      @jordandahl9621 4 роки тому +13

      Smoooooth...

    • @eelco8800
      @eelco8800 4 роки тому +14

      Getting drunk on all the billy strings vids here

    • @dirkjohnson1113
      @dirkjohnson1113 4 роки тому +7

      Damn straight, or even on the rocks.

    • @StonkeyDomp
      @StonkeyDomp 4 роки тому +11

      This comment deserves ALOT more likes!

  • @dwphillips42
    @dwphillips42 5 років тому +642

    Billy's voice is getting better and better.hes freakin awesome.

    • @Leppify
      @Leppify 4 роки тому +1

      David Phillips agreed

    • @joycebusby9023
      @joycebusby9023 4 роки тому +9

      I watch this video all the time--!I love both of their guitar playing and their singing voice!!Incredible!!George Gershwin should have heard this performance!

    • @countryboy6767
      @countryboy6767 4 роки тому +1

      Smooth move in sound!!!! m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=2589544244423089&id=100001026151518

    • @oldtimetinfoilhatwearer
      @oldtimetinfoilhatwearer 4 роки тому +7

      He sounds like Doc

    • @ccaissie113
      @ccaissie113 4 роки тому +2

      kinda a Doc Watson softness and earthy.

  • @JimStandley
    @JimStandley Рік тому +67

    "Summertime" is quite possibly the most beautiful and captivating melody written in the last century. Mighty find job here, gents!

    • @JAMESGANG-f5u
      @JAMESGANG-f5u Рік тому +2

      It’s fantastic, but .... c’mon man. Put your seatbelt back on.

    • @barbaraann7610
      @barbaraann7610 Рік тому +1

      Gershwin wrote so many magnificent and brilliant pieces, to whit.

    • @jeffpagel8178
      @jeffpagel8178 11 місяців тому +1

      gershwin still is amazing in 2024. timeless melodies

  • @TapthatZhopa
    @TapthatZhopa 4 роки тому +455

    Guitar store guy standing there like “So should I wrap those up for you guys?”

    • @ELWOOD..
      @ELWOOD.. 4 роки тому +12

      Guitar store guy is sitting behind the counter dusting off the "HELP WANTED " sign.

    • @chaddskinner2213
      @chaddskinner2213 3 роки тому +13

      Those guitars should never be played again...ever!

    • @Gutslinger
      @Gutslinger 3 роки тому

      😂😂

    • @jim355749
      @jim355749 3 роки тому

      😁

    • @TonyHartzy
      @TonyHartzy 3 роки тому +11

      I think he’s more like, “damn, those guitars are worth 4x the money now!”

  • @gerardguitarist
    @gerardguitarist 4 роки тому +352

    Wondering how many people out there really know how good this is...
    Laid back, in the pocket and most importantly, NON RUSHED.
    Excellent...

    • @stephenpayne6956
      @stephenpayne6956 2 роки тому +5

      It's honestly super duper incredible

    • @crotherszach8825
      @crotherszach8825 2 роки тому

      Billy and that fingering

    • @jeffslusher5581
      @jeffslusher5581 2 роки тому +3

      Billy strings is one badass dude and all the band members that play with them no joke one of my favorite I'd really like to see him in person at a concert

    • @ozlemguler4324
      @ozlemguler4324 2 роки тому +1

      Well put! In the pocket 👌

    • @bd-ht3eb
      @bd-ht3eb 2 роки тому +1

      Man, simply perfection. These two nailed it

  • @midnitesunblues
    @midnitesunblues 3 роки тому +122

    Isn't it great to know we can come back and listen to this again and again. Makes the world not half bad.

    • @johnkemp9835
      @johnkemp9835 Рік тому +2

      104 here in Texas today, got a dog-walker going by that digs it the most

  • @blademan6075
    @blademan6075 3 роки тому +540

    These 2 guys complement each other’s playing style so well. This was actually a beautiful collaboration. It was fluid. No contrasting playing or sound conflict.

    • @Ron_Don_Valante
      @Ron_Don_Valante 2 роки тому +2

      Kinda like the Grateful Dead

    • @christ9359
      @christ9359 Рік тому +5

      They definitely know how to play with other musicians. No ego, just a pure love for the music.

    • @elinolasco1019
      @elinolasco1019 Рік тому

      Couldn’t live with myself if I hit like and ruined the 420 like count. 👍

    • @jeffpagel8178
      @jeffpagel8178 11 місяців тому +1

      an entire album of these two playing would be timeless. like "kind of blue" timeless.

  • @njgl2010
    @njgl2010 4 роки тому +124

    Rumor has it that there's a new generation of young cats who have their own distinct style of playing that is incredible and they have paid attention to the old cats who paved the way!
    This is as good as it gets, no matter the age!

    • @JKoooozie
      @JKoooozie 3 роки тому +6

      Billy and Marcus, kingfish, are the future!

    • @BSE251
      @BSE251 3 роки тому

      Oh man its only getting better

    • @scuzyscuzy
      @scuzyscuzy 2 роки тому

      billy, marcus, and colter wall are a refreshing breath of fresh air and they are young guys that are showing true grit across the country/american folk genres. they have musical knowledge, soul, and style. true musicians in a world of manufactured pop music

    • @stephenpayne6956
      @stephenpayne6956 2 роки тому

      @@JKoooozie Kingfish fits that description perfectly too, good call

    • @HallStationBand
      @HallStationBand 2 роки тому

      Tyler Childers too

  • @taylorfontenot5008
    @taylorfontenot5008 4 місяці тому +56

    Here because Billy and spud told me to watch it #thedawgs

  • @rockers2rockers616
    @rockers2rockers616 3 роки тому +252

    Man! Strings dropped into his opening solo like a pro at the Pipeline. His tone, feel and expression is unmatched. His vocals? Melancholy...blue and effortless. Describing Strings as the Lords gift to our world of music is a heavy load man! But he is. And he is, most certainly heavy.
    Brothers and Sisters Billy is a once-in-a-lifetime gift much needed in this World.

    • @TrippelB990
      @TrippelB990 3 роки тому +3

      I JUST discovered him and I'm absolutely obsessed! Bummed I didn't know sooner (he came to several venues near me 4 years ago)... but oh so happy that I have! Can't wait for this weekend!🥰🎫🎶🌴🌅🌴🎶💓

    • @thealaskapicker8628
      @thealaskapicker8628 3 роки тому +9

      I'm surprised to hear so many people raving about how great Billy Strings is (he is) but not commenting on how amazing Marcus King is. Maybe t his video doesnt highlight him enough but his voice and guitar skills are at least as good

    • @possumwilliams2940
      @possumwilliams2940 3 роки тому +4

      Billy reminds me of a young Glen Campbell, so fluid and smooth and Marcus is a guitar monster as well... thanks for the post 👏 👏👍🤠 Thank you again !

    • @deanmary1969
      @deanmary1969 3 роки тому +1

      Amen

    • @AlanRobb1
      @AlanRobb1 2 роки тому +1

      Listening to these guys is an inspiration. Sierra Ferrell and co. still top my charts.

  • @emmettyoung7603
    @emmettyoung7603 2 роки тому +98

    i love the jazz influences obvious in marcus’ playing, it’s a heady mix of blues, jazz and country that’s all his own

    • @unstrung65
      @unstrung65 Рік тому +2

      The octaves are a nice touch 1

    • @opticrewind2010
      @opticrewind2010 Рік тому +5

      Go listen to the doc and David Grisham version of this Billy sounds exactly like doc it’s crazy

  • @georgeriginos7497
    @georgeriginos7497 4 місяці тому +32

    Thank you Baby Billy - MSSP

    • @MattH-wg7ou
      @MattH-wg7ou 4 місяці тому

      Her D-18 and J-200 videos specifically. And Billy Strings is on here too, spectacular.

    • @mgiraudjr
      @mgiraudjr 4 місяці тому

      Here because Billy MSSP

  • @claystone420
    @claystone420 3 роки тому +70

    Folks are going to look back on this specific video in 90 years. This is insanely good.

  • @MatthewScottmusic
    @MatthewScottmusic 5 років тому +754

    That's the juice

    • @vdub1959
      @vdub1959 5 років тому +6

      nice to see you over here Matthew. Love your channel and killer tones. I dig it.

    • @waseemaghc3208
      @waseemaghc3208 4 роки тому +1

      @johnnyD D .

    • @waseemaghc3208
      @waseemaghc3208 4 роки тому +1

      Bon

    • @williamnord1115
      @williamnord1115 4 роки тому +1

      totally juicy

    • @brigs369
      @brigs369 4 роки тому +14

      this is not the juice. sir, this is the sauce

  • @katannanat
    @katannanat 16 днів тому +2

    There still is talent in this world! This proves it. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @crashgoldstein5160
    @crashgoldstein5160 4 роки тому +487

    I like the guitar bits at 0:00-4:46

    • @coryCuc
      @coryCuc 3 роки тому +8

      Yeah man. I agree. That part was absolutely bad ass! ;)

    • @rockers2rockers616
      @rockers2rockers616 3 роки тому

      A fine example of this style of music and guitar playing ala Doc Watson. I'm going to get ALL of those licks under my fingers. His tone will take much more work and is aided by the beautiful Martin Guitars OM Style Acoustic he plays here. Simply put, a Twentieth Century masterpiece made in the early 1930s I believe by the fine Luthiers at Martin Guitars USA. Get one while you can!

    • @Egg-noodles
      @Egg-noodles 3 роки тому +1

      @@rockers2rockers616 I own a Taylor personally, and have played many a Martin in my time, and in my opinion the have a much richer, more full timbre than the Taylors. The lower action most Taylors have and the thin, ergonomic necks and deeper cutaways just make them easier to play for me. I absolutely love the Martins’ tones though, I’ve tried changing to a thicker gauge string, swapping to nylon, using finger picks, switching to just fingernails, everything I can think of to get that warm tones that Martins have while sticking with a Taylor, which from a playability standpoint just suits my style better. Sadly, nothing I try compares to a good ole Martin. If only there was something I could do to my Taylor to get that tone.

    • @scuddro
      @scuddro 3 роки тому

      Yea....that section really got me too....

  • @TomoFujitaMusic
    @TomoFujitaMusic 4 роки тому +736

    So good!!

    • @cristanboy
      @cristanboy 4 роки тому +13

      You're great Tomo 👍

    • @josephcarr2684
      @josephcarr2684 4 роки тому +3

      Awesome

    • @nate2629
      @nate2629 4 роки тому

      What’s scale is Marcus using for the first 30 seconds?

    • @davidprice5701
      @davidprice5701 4 роки тому +5

      Tomo fujita you're amazing!

    • @davidprice5701
      @davidprice5701 4 роки тому +5

      So cool you listen to Marcus and Billy too!

  • @anthonyjackson6199
    @anthonyjackson6199 3 роки тому +7

    So suprised that this many people appreciate some good music in this day of age. If there is one thing that can bring this broken world back together, my money is on music to save ourselves! Because no matter who you are or what your outlook on life is. Im 100% sure we can all get behind a good tune!

  • @guitarsword1
    @guitarsword1 5 років тому +345

    Did u notice Billy pull off the mic. What a pro. The future of American music is secure in the hands of these two smokin young musicians. They are clearly reincarnated old souls.

    • @Tier_1_Golf_Academy
      @Tier_1_Golf_Academy 5 років тому

      guitarsword1 when you say “pull off the mic” are you talking about him backing away from it depending on if he’s playing rhythm or taking a ride?

    • @j1thom
      @j1thom 5 років тому +7

      "Live mixing" 😊 A pro indeed.

    • @CrystalTwinStar
      @CrystalTwinStar 4 роки тому +1

      Yes!
      Absolutely!
      They are the muaical usherance of the New Earth!

    • @0ly001
      @0ly001 4 роки тому +1

      Sturgill does it in Brewery sessions also

    • @Leppify
      @Leppify 4 роки тому +1

      Agreed

  • @skipgriparis
    @skipgriparis 2 роки тому +76

    Great example of country blues! The future of music is secure with these two fine young players!

    • @johnwise7693
      @johnwise7693 2 роки тому +6

      Yes, and it was composed by George Gershwin with lyrics by DuBose Heyward and Ira Gershwin for the opera Porgy and Bess!

    • @DrunkenDish
      @DrunkenDish 8 місяців тому

      Country Jazz.

  • @nrich5127
    @nrich5127 2 роки тому +75

    There's more talent sitting on these 2 stools than the entire crop of wanna bees on the radio today ...

    • @Roger-se1zm
      @Roger-se1zm 6 місяців тому

      Yes, I totally agree with you. Blessed to see them live. Two of the best shows I've ever witness. Wonderful talents and humbled young men.

  • @michaelmueller8746
    @michaelmueller8746 2 роки тому +25

    Came here for Marcus.
    Now heading out to listen to everything Billy has done.
    Two great talents.
    Thank you Carter vintage guitars.

    • @erikwatson7293
      @erikwatson7293 2 роки тому +1

      What did you think of Billy's stuff?

    • @michaelmueller8746
      @michaelmueller8746 2 роки тому +2

      @@erikwatson7293
      He's great. So young yet a very tasty player.

  • @vincedimichele6996
    @vincedimichele6996 3 роки тому +73

    This is one of the best videos on the internet. Two young masters laying it down!

  • @RyT-1000
    @RyT-1000 2 роки тому +15

    These two are just straight up PURE artists. Anyone that doesn't like this music.... Doesn't understand music.

    • @SKIDMARKBROWN
      @SKIDMARKBROWN 10 місяців тому

      Or just has different tastes in what they enjoy

  • @benthepainter4639
    @benthepainter4639 4 роки тому +55

    Can't stop playing this shit. That guitar playing is so soulful . Fucking kill it guys

  • @hippydippy
    @hippydippy 3 роки тому +19

    2 of the hottest & coolest cats going these days. Bless their heart's for keeping "real music" alive.

  • @warnerjohnson4103
    @warnerjohnson4103 5 років тому +157

    "Billy's" voice is hauntingly like Doc Watson's. Wow!

    • @andrebalian
      @andrebalian 5 років тому +5

      that's the first thing I thought! Glad somebody noticed.

    • @steveb9325
      @steveb9325 4 роки тому +10

      Docs his biggest influence besides family

    • @elevatorisland
      @elevatorisland 4 роки тому

      Thought so too

    • @mrsockmonkey1969
      @mrsockmonkey1969 4 роки тому

      Thought exactly that same thing

  • @johnultimate1161
    @johnultimate1161 Місяць тому +3

    Like a "Last meal", this is the song and version I would pick for the"last song" I hear.

  • @matthewstewart7627
    @matthewstewart7627 Місяць тому +3

    Damn do I always come back to this performance..two of the very best to hold a guitar in this generation

  • @Randorita
    @Randorita 5 років тому +90

    Damn, Billy! That may be the best version of Summertime I have ever heard!!!

    • @susanbuss7275
      @susanbuss7275 4 роки тому

      Was it good for you because it was fabulous for me.

  • @sharonbarratt8743
    @sharonbarratt8743 4 роки тому +48

    I’m blown away by the heart and soul that both musicians display. Billy actually sounds like Doc

  • @Maltozombie
    @Maltozombie 14 днів тому +1

    I consider myself a fan of music in general and this was THE video that showed me Marcus King for the first time

  • @fredeb67
    @fredeb67 2 роки тому +10

    Real singers and musicians that I can listen to all day and all night.

  • @johnobrien3816
    @johnobrien3816 3 роки тому +13

    These guys are so good it's making the old guys cry from their memories of the good old days

  • @dantatro78
    @dantatro78 Рік тому +8

    this could play on repeat for a good while

  • @irmojon1
    @irmojon1 5 років тому +82

    South Carolina and Michigan united in a way never seen before.

    • @clayallen4354
      @clayallen4354 4 роки тому +2

      Where is Marcus harmonizing?? Would of been insanely great. Billy did surprising great given the melody.

    • @madsnoop7
      @madsnoop7 4 роки тому

      Sounds so sweet!

  • @akamr.g4773
    @akamr.g4773 4 роки тому +27

    The stellar way they play rhythm for each others leads is s true sign of greatness.

  • @djbennyblanco
    @djbennyblanco 8 місяців тому +8

    I listen to this regularly to remind me what good music sounds like

  • @josephcoon2385
    @josephcoon2385 3 роки тому +49

    I believe that was the best rendition of that song, hands down. Incredible, incredible musicianship. I feel privileged to have heard this... wow!

    • @senoraraton
      @senoraraton 2 роки тому +3

      I think Nina Simone might have something to say about that....

  • @ElroyMunson
    @ElroyMunson 4 роки тому +59

    Transcendent music: timeless, priceless. More valuable than any gold or material richness...God protect these transmitters of irreplaceable truth that rings like a bell to our soul.

  • @fredkentparker6947
    @fredkentparker6947 2 роки тому +35

    My very favorite version of this classic. I'm wowed by the disciplined voicing of the notes and chords and complete talent of these 2 prodigies. Thanks guys!

    • @lnash2569
      @lnash2569 Рік тому

      They aren't prodigies. They are masters.

    • @dmlong56
      @dmlong56 Рік тому

      I’m a huge fan of both these guys. Billy’s flat picking is always phenomenal. Love this version but take a listen to Ray Charles and Cleo Laine take on Porgy and Bess’ ‘Summertime’. It is truly the quintessential version of this masterful song.

  • @drinajgb2437
    @drinajgb2437 2 роки тому +10

    Always a favorite song of mine sung by Janis Joplin of my generation. This is a beautiful version. Bravo to you young talented musicians.

  • @guitarthings8453
    @guitarthings8453 3 роки тому +11

    Nice to see there are still some kids out there still carrying the torch of Real guitar playing. Those harmonics Billy hits , are as clean as it gets.

  • @PaintMyLifeAway
    @PaintMyLifeAway 10 місяців тому +1

    I really love to listen to them both. Billy Strings is one of those special musicians that only comes once in a lifetime.

    • @mbsnyderc
      @mbsnyderc 10 місяців тому

      You could say that about both of them.

  • @ellie4539
    @ellie4539 4 роки тому +26

    This is one of those things that just makes you wonder how anyone can be as talented as this here

  • @keegandrawe9287
    @keegandrawe9287 4 роки тому +46

    There’s no way to adequately describe how good it is that they’re in a room together playing and singing!!!

  • @MoparGirl_IndaKitchen
    @MoparGirl_IndaKitchen 2 роки тому +28

    Best version of this song that I have ever heard. A good musician can just jam with anyone and make it sound awesome, and that's what these fellas do.

  • @adubs222
    @adubs222 5 років тому +118

    Damn ... best version i ever heard. No joke.

    • @MelissaR784
      @MelissaR784 5 років тому +1

      Adrian Whittenburg Just wonderful! Blown away!

    • @MattyK-USA
      @MattyK-USA 4 роки тому +2

      This is a wonderful version, without a doubt - but you haven't been looking very hard 😉. That is not ANY take away from this fantastic rendition, for the record.

    • @Leppify
      @Leppify 4 роки тому

      No joke.

    • @MsMitzBitz
      @MsMitzBitz 4 роки тому +1

      Personally, best version is by Janis Joplin.

    • @freedapeeple4049
      @freedapeeple4049 4 роки тому +2

      Billy sounds almost identical to Doc Watson. ua-cam.com/video/vi8W93aJG_U/v-deo.html

  • @michealjovanie7143
    @michealjovanie7143 5 років тому +30

    Billy strings and Marcus King now I seen everything! This is pure just out of this world.

  • @shanekulczycki7387
    @shanekulczycki7387 2 роки тому +13

    Absolutely the new generation of greats. Congrats boys sooo good

  • @markmccall6273
    @markmccall6273 5 років тому +18

    This is a partnership we need to see more of. Pure talent.

  • @tlabelle1965
    @tlabelle1965 5 років тому +6

    I never will understand how someone could give a thumbs down to something this good.

  • @christopherlee1040
    @christopherlee1040 Рік тому +4

    If I could I would mash the like button.

  • @HappyMicTv
    @HappyMicTv 5 років тому +49

    he sounded very similar to Doc. Literally 2 of the most talented musicians ive listened to in a long time. Excited for these guys to blow up even more in 2020

    • @jblflatpicker
      @jblflatpicker 5 років тому +2

      HappyMicTv yeah. When he started singing, it was eerie how much he had Doc’s timbre.

    • @billnu
      @billnu 5 років тому

      Jarod Lewis I had a moment there too.

    • @omni_0101
      @omni_0101 5 років тому +1

      In one of his interviews he talks about how Doc was his and his father's largest inspiration.

  • @timesman14
    @timesman14 5 років тому +89

    I've loved Marcus King's music for a while, and I grew up in the same area as Billy - we've even done a gig together. These guys sound great together!

    • @seanbrown5096
      @seanbrown5096 4 роки тому

      Fancy seeing you here, my handsome young James.

    • @rollin19
      @rollin19 4 роки тому

      Well you would clearly know if Marcus is 100 percent self taught player or did he take guitar lessons when he was young?

    • @joeking9061
      @joeking9061 3 роки тому

      @@rollin19 he is self taught but he does have formal Jazz theory training later.

  • @Jodeanson.23
    @Jodeanson.23 2 місяці тому +1

    With what grace these young men possess on those frets, I’mo pray that they create a f’n earth shaking rock metal blues record album.

  • @fredm.9031
    @fredm.9031 4 роки тому +12

    I could've listened to that beginning jam session forever! "Soul" is truly a universal language.

  • @allanpolk2681
    @allanpolk2681 3 роки тому +23

    Billy's voice is like an old soul, and these guy's playing is like a vintage wine, that is too precious to open. But, open it, they did. I'm glad they did.

  • @hollymartens8059
    @hollymartens8059 2 роки тому +12

    These 2 gents are fantastic. They both are tapped into that sacred vein where the best music flows forth and is timeless. They both are wonderful vocalists and as guitar pickers, they humble me. As a 50 year old who has been playing for 38 years, they've got me doubling down on my practicing! Lol I would say not to worry about the young folks, they have a big mess to clean up but they'll do well, and they'll keep us tapping our feet while they're at it!

  • @--dh--
    @--dh-- Рік тому +15

    The idea that a vintage guitar shop can get these two young phenoms together for a session is mind blowing. Two of the most amazing musicians on the scene today and of all time. Thanks!

  • @jonathanshields2016
    @jonathanshields2016 2 роки тому +5

    Im not a country music fan at all normally but Billy Strings is some player. He plays bluegrass like a demon, has a great voice and shows off some jazz chops here too. I think I just missed him coming to the UK sadly.

  • @shineoncoffee4772
    @shineoncoffee4772 5 років тому +100

    wow. I'd love to see more of those two. Thanks Carters!!!!

    • @jaket7738
      @jaket7738 5 років тому +2

      if you haven't already, you should hear King sing. His voice is one of the best.

    • @burtshort9900
      @burtshort9900 5 років тому +1

      Jake T i thought he'd sing on this tune but Billy nailed it.looking forward to seeing them again at roosterwalk again this year.

  • @KING-FU
    @KING-FU 5 днів тому

    A true classic played with a new mastery of guitar string massage.

  • @goober22100
    @goober22100 5 років тому +11

    these guys are the real deal, id listen to the country station if they played real talent like this!

    • @davidbrown3971
      @davidbrown3971 4 роки тому

      That's not country music.

    • @goober22100
      @goober22100 4 роки тому +2

      @@Daffanitely Whatever it is it's fun to take bong rips to

  • @rogerrendzak8055
    @rogerrendzak8055 Рік тому +4

    Not just another version, of this classic tune, but one's that, up top👍!!!!

  • @alexanderrolfs6539
    @alexanderrolfs6539 8 днів тому

    2 of the best guitar players playing today. Glad they're getting the deserved attention in today's pop era

  • @jackwillson8099
    @jackwillson8099 3 роки тому +4

    Wow the future looks very bright for music blues and soul with these two young gentlemen playing thank you for your beautiful music

  • @wrongsquirrel9520
    @wrongsquirrel9520 4 роки тому +16

    This is the best music on UA-cam right now. Stunning.

  • @dorothykersanac4856
    @dorothykersanac4856 3 роки тому +17

    My adorable son-in-law sent this to me as he knew how much I love this song and I literally cried when I heard it! Whatta' beautiful arrangement!! Fantastic job y'all did!! Thank you!!

  • @kelseyjohnson2154
    @kelseyjohnson2154 3 роки тому +4

    This is what music is about boys !!

  • @MonsterClub7877
    @MonsterClub7877 3 роки тому +25

    I swear watching these guys play is supernatural. I get goosebumps. Tremendous talent, Bravo 👏

  • @janicejohnson6438
    @janicejohnson6438 2 роки тому +5

    Wow, Jazzie, Bluesy, is there anything Billy can't play? Marcus King is no slouch either. Just a really beautiful interpretation of a lovely song.

  • @ronron1402
    @ronron1402 5 років тому +11

    Best transition of one guitar solo to another 0:48

  • @gwaynehiner
    @gwaynehiner 4 роки тому +6

    Real talent never shouts. Magnificent.

  • @balksrad6243
    @balksrad6243 2 роки тому +1

    I introduced my parents to Marcus King. They LOVE Billy as is, every concert they can attend, greeting , anything .But everytime I get around them they ask for this song or lonesome fugitive by them. I’m 24 years old and it’s amazing someone near my age can produce music on this form and attract so many people from young to old. Bluegrass is still alive!

  • @timallbritton7329
    @timallbritton7329 4 роки тому +16

    The future of real music looks a lot better when I hear guys like this.

  • @otterwv1
    @otterwv1 5 років тому +8

    If people would only listen we could rid ourselves of pop forever. This is next level.

    • @MrSpydrpunk182
      @MrSpydrpunk182 5 років тому +1

      They're not smart enough to not listen to pop.

    • @LANGI902
      @LANGI902 4 роки тому

      Theres some good pop. Theres some bad country & blues.

  • @robertwynkoop7112
    @robertwynkoop7112 Рік тому +5

    I have watched this soooo many times, can’t like it enough! Thanks Billy and Marcus for keeping the flames burning and bright!

  • @celenabarclay1488
    @celenabarclay1488 4 роки тому +10

    As much Billy as I heard in the past few months of discovering his talent... I just got chills to my body... I never realized how much he sounds like Doc until this very recording. I had the very fortunate and blessed pleasure to see Doc Watson before he passed. He was a one-of-a-kind much like this talent we are graced with. If you are a great storyteller, that is a definite plus, lol

  • @invisibleboy3997
    @invisibleboy3997 5 років тому +9

    Them boys be channeling the spirits of love and grace...foshow.

  • @DavidJones-ey6ie
    @DavidJones-ey6ie Рік тому +1

    This is what mastery looks like.

  • @frankapaez7521
    @frankapaez7521 4 роки тому +11

    Thank you for posting this. This is what real talent looks and sounds like

  • @Valness11
    @Valness11 3 роки тому +13

    wow that opening solo on the tele was incredible

  • @HardlyDrivenSon
    @HardlyDrivenSon Рік тому +4

    Two of the best talents of this generation

  • @SkorLord
    @SkorLord 3 роки тому +4

    One of the most recorded songs of all time. And, of all the versions I have heard, this is in my top five all time.

    • @NortonNice
      @NortonNice 3 роки тому

      For sure. George Benson's take is top shelf as well. The Carnegie Hall version that is.

    • @SkorLord
      @SkorLord 3 роки тому

      @@NortonNice
      A version for every mood. The George Benson Quartet version is one I can cruise to on a comfortably sunny day. This version has a breezy day on the porch with some good homemade lemonade or sweet tea feel.

  • @comradeshmoo
    @comradeshmoo 4 роки тому +10

    Lovely to hear Billy play outside of his flatpicking style. There was never any doubt, but his legato is clear and smooth as hell too!

  • @eif6051
    @eif6051 9 місяців тому +1

    lightning in a bottle this session right here, hope their paths while cross again one day in a studio of some sort.

  • @davidharrick469
    @davidharrick469 5 років тому +25

    These guys are so good, a lot of hours logged in to play at this level.

  • @hoggjazz
    @hoggjazz 5 років тому +4

    A real treat to see and hear the worlds two best guitar players today in a duet. Made my day.

  • @tomhoefling
    @tomhoefling 6 днів тому

    One of those masterpieces i return to often. Hard to see how anyone could ever excel this performance of this song.

  • @bellalujosie7794
    @bellalujosie7794 2 роки тому +2

    really cool that billy lets marcus play with him. billy is in another league.