A great musician but an even greater man. No "rock star" attitude, no pretense, no sense of entitlement.... How can you not love this guy and by humbled by him? Rest in peace Levon.
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Levon Helm's voice, whether speaking or singing, is simply one of the most expressive, evocative instruments the American South has ever produced. Anyone who claims to love music should buy or rent "The Last Waltz" just to watch Levon sing "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down." If you're not crying tears of joy by the end of that song you don't have a heart.
@@BrentTheGent1 I saw Levon perform with daughter Amy and their band at the Oregon Zoo outdoor amphitheater less than two years before he passed. His voice was rough, but he was still Levon Helm.
@@andyinoregon I must admit that I only got really into "The Band" and Levon in the past year for various reasons but I am hooked. It was an old buddy who was in past for a coffee and he put "TNTDODD" on and my love for music came back after many years of not listening. I am so hooked and have a blister on my ring finger rn from playing along to "Willie and the hand Jive" I have bought several CD's and am totally in love with the "poor old dirt farmer" album. My old mate who is great on guitar comes round and plugs in and I sing so we have a good old time. Life and illness took my joy of music from me for so many years. Do you know of Townes Van Zandt? His song "waitin around to die" hit me in the gut a while back. The old farmer guy who was listening to him sing could not hold back the tears and also did when I saw him. Made me realise something very important about myself and the old video of it holds much "weight"! Boom boom haha. Excuse "the band" pun.... But I found Townes Van Zandt through listening to "The Last Knife Fighter" who I also think is darn awesome. Also a guy with a voice like gravel is "Jay Howie" , please check him out. I am sure you will enjoy his voice and guitar skills. See you on the flip side and thank you for your comment. 🎸
The epitome of true greatness.......he doesn't have to tell you how great he is, he simply shows you every time he goes on stage. Talent, class and humility.....a combination you very rarely see these days.
He was just such a simple man with such extraordinary talents. I remember being 10 years old and watching him in Coal Miner's Daughter (no idea, at that time, of what The Band, and any music beyond simple music, even was). I fell in love with that man from that film because of his beautiful, but simple, goodness, that just shined through. When I was older and realized he was also a gifted drummer and singer I just felt as if we were all gifted with this man's presence.
You can see the joy in his eyes. It has always been there - now that he is older, it shines brighter. God bless this man and all those who love Levon Helm.
Love this man, don’t think he was ever given enough credit for all his achievements, which in itself, is the sign of a kind, unpretentious, beautiful human being. RIP
"I'm not in love with listening to my voice and the sound of my voice anyway." That makes one of us, Levon. For me, I could listen to it every day forever.
My oh MY! I have always loved this man and his enormous talent. Now to hear him speak so humbly of the gift that was returned to him humbles me also. God Bless You, Mr. Helm!!
I'm so fortunate to see him live, and was able to shake his hand. I don't care what anyone thinks, but I feel that even his voice now is classic. It's probably because Levon is such a talented and soulful singer that his voice can carry regardless of it being raspy. You're the best Levon!
The fact that he was not in love with his own voice is proof that we are often not the best judge of our own talents.. His singing voice is such a wonderful thing to so many of us, but perhaps the unassuming nature of it is what makes it so amazing. He doesn’t realize how great it is because he is so close to it.
I adore this man - have since he caught my eye all those years ago in The Band. You just aren't going to find a more genuine individual than this. Bless you Levon...I'm still listening!
I think Levon held true to the things that matter: "I am the drummer". And, wow, was he. From there, while he's modest about it, he had great musical ideas. The harmonies we heard in his Rambles: Levon on mandolin singing solo, Amy and Teresa, the horn section, Larry Campbell (a GREAT musician), Brian on keyboards: all either Levon's ideas or Levon pulling together the best of the best and letting each take the spotlight and also harmonize. OK...I loved the tight perfection of The Band. Can still remember where I was when I first heard "Chest Fever". The Levon Helm Band was something different and equally perfect in a looser, expanding, way.
Love Levon ❤️ Everything about him ! The first time my father heard The Weight on the radio, his roommate woke him up from his sleep and said, " You have got to hear this song and this voice." 💓
Having listened to Levon's music since before I saw The Band in 1970, it is especially beautiful to view and listen to this inspirational video of The Man.
What a fighter that man was!!! He was really strong, and that bought him a lot more years, a lot more music, a lot more fun and a lot more time with his family and friends! Levon, rest in peace. We'll always love you and your music!
You are so right. I can't picture life without the music of The Band and especially Levon's voice. It is people like him that give me hope for the future of music and the future of our kids. My family will never forget him. That is for sure.
God bless all of you. The Band and Levon Helm have meant so much to me over the years. As good as or better than anyone else you care to name. No band has ever meant as much to me. They were, are and always shall be one of the great examples of North American folk music.
Just got in from work to hear the sad news of one of my heroes final struggle with the imminent fate which awaits us all. The world will be a truly lonelier place without this man of limitless talent. I will pray God grant him a peaceful passing and comfort to you both.
A man that knew the value of another day and the great gift of music and people inside of a good song. Levon has always offered great leadership for us complainers
..There's a lot more here with Levon than a standard news spot interview. I'm 68 and I can relate with how great a gratitude Levon has for just being alive as the years roll on.
It is always a joy to meet people as sincere and authentic as Levon Helm. And what a double blessing that a personality as warm as this had been coupled with a collection of amazing talents. He is deserving of all the success and contentment that life can offer.
So wonderfully touching and genuine. Such an honest and simple man. Levon Helm you leave a wonderful legacy of your passion for your sweet musical style...RIP Levon Helm
I have a list. It's people that I somehow wish that I could have met in this lifetime. Not to get autographs and not to satisfy some kind of "fan dream". Just people that I admire. People who's work I have enjoyed. People that I respect. Just to meet them, shake their hand, buy them a beer and have a conversation. Maybe ask a few questions...maybe hear a story or two...then we'll be on our way with a tip of the hat and a thank you for your time. Levon Helm is high on that list. Maybe it will still happen in the great beyond. Who knows?
please tell your father that he will always be with his fans through the music & will never be forgotten, he will live on through every song & every line and continue to bring people joy through his music. It has been my pleasure to have enjoyed much of his work, he has truly left a positive impact on the music industry.
One of the best drumer in american music, and as a person the friends they have the privilege to meet him told me he is one of the must beautiful person you can meet. Thanks Levon
My heart swells at the thought of your face and the sound of your voice, be well wherever you are and we as a whole will continue to love you and listen to your music!!!
Well said, Levon truly is a National Treasure and a gift to the world. His gracious, humble and loving attitude make me see that he truly is deserving of the all the success and recognition that goes to him. I just bought "Electric Dirt" yesterday and then "Dirt Farmer" today and both albums are well worth every little penny spent. God bless his daughter and all those behind him that are backing him up and helping to make his music available.
Oh, I just now learnt that the wonderful down-to-earth gentle man, great musician and raconteur and a real human being has passed on. RIP Levon, you gave many people much happiness for many years.
Treated me w/such kindness & respect as I learned how to produce for gospel, blues & bluegrass artists long ago. Memorable human, sad he had to go so young. Nice to see this post. Tks.
Thanks for posting this, it's made my day to have watched it! Levon Helm seems such a humble man. He has a grace that many musicians sadly lack IMO. I saw The Band when they toured Australia in 1986, but they had lost Richard by then, and Robbie stayed at home, and as good as they were that night, I'm positive it would have been so much better had Robbie & Richard been with them. RIP Richard Manuel and Rick Danko. Play well and play often Levon!
I've always loved Levon Helm. He seems like such a down to earth person. There never seems to be any pretense coming across when he speaks. He's good people and it comes through. I'm so glad to hear to that he's recoverinh and doing well. Peace.
WHAT A GENTLEMAN. Where have all the gentlemen gone? I see he has chosen wisely his sentimentality. He knows whats important, and doesn't harp on every mile marker. I wish to be as level headed someday. Mr. Helm, I wish you and yours nothing but the best. Thanks for sharing, -b- KCMO
This is the third site I have been to since hearing of Mr. Helms condition. I do hope he is not in pain and sincerely wish he comes out fine. He is an inspiration and a good man. Bless
His voice makes me almost cry.. I love him so much. When my husband told me he had passed I was downtown Denver just after the 420 fest and I broke down and cried. I listen to him almost everyday. It seems crazy but I just love his b=voice so much that I have to get my fix
I hesitate to assign the title "greatest" to any one, but I will say this, Levon is truly the "whole package", awesome drummer, lead and background vocalist, plus one heck of a descent human being. From all I've seen as well as the opinion of a friend who hung out with Levon, I'm told he's one heck of a genuinely kind and gracious man. I was impressed by the interview portion of The Last Waltz when Levon strikes a match and lights Robbie's cigarette before he lights his own. A real brother.
1:50-Doesn't even consider himself a singer.....Meanwhile we've got all these shrill pop tarts screeching off key into an auto-tune box,elbowing their way to the front of the crowd,demanding to be noticed.Then,once they get there and promptly get torn down to make room for the next"mommy's little princess"they have a meltdown in front of the whole world,and then an appearance in a sex video and then a perfume line,if they didn't make too much of an ass out of themselves in the process.....Fame eats it's own,just keep working on your craft,carry yourself with some class,and maybe you can pass through this world with you dignity intact and leave behind some music that got people through some hard times and helped them celebrate happy times. R.I.P.and God Bless You Levon.
A great musician but an even greater man. No "rock star" attitude, no pretense, no sense of entitlement.... How can you not love this guy and by humbled by him? Rest in peace Levon.
Well said
What lovely words for an
American treasure He's still with me every time I listen to the Band
Disagree he thought he was entitled to profits from robbie songs,even though he never wrote them, got very bitter about that
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Levon Helm's voice, whether speaking or singing, is simply one of the most expressive, evocative instruments the American
South has ever produced. Anyone who claims to love music should buy or rent "The Last Waltz"
just to watch Levon sing "The Night They Drove
Old Dixie Down." If you're not crying tears of joy by the end of that song you don't have a heart.
💯
Amen to that
A song my buddy and me play and sing when he comes around once a week or so.. ❤
@@BrentTheGent1 I saw Levon perform with daughter Amy and their band at the Oregon Zoo outdoor amphitheater less than two years before he passed. His voice was rough, but he was still Levon Helm.
@@andyinoregon I must admit that I only got really into "The Band" and Levon in the past year for various reasons but I am hooked.
It was an old buddy who was in past for a coffee and he put "TNTDODD" on and my love for music came back after many years of not listening.
I am so hooked and have a blister on my ring finger rn from playing along to "Willie and the hand Jive"
I have bought several CD's and am totally in love with the "poor old dirt farmer" album.
My old mate who is great on guitar comes round and plugs in and I sing so we have a good old time.
Life and illness took my joy of music from me for so many years.
Do you know of Townes Van Zandt?
His song "waitin around to die" hit me in the gut a while back.
The old farmer guy who was listening to him sing could not hold back the tears and also did when I saw him.
Made me realise something very important about myself and the old video of it holds much "weight"! Boom boom haha. Excuse "the band" pun....
But I found Townes Van Zandt through listening to "The Last Knife Fighter" who I also think is darn awesome.
Also a guy with a voice like gravel is "Jay Howie" , please check him out. I am sure you will enjoy his voice and guitar skills.
See you on the flip side and thank you for your comment. 🎸
His voice and his spirit have been a presence in my life for 43 years. Love that gentleman
The Band was just pure Ameracona
Levon Helm was a great spirit by any standard, and he enriched the lives of millions. May he rest in peace.
He always seemed to me like a man from another era - straightforward and honest to the core.
Yes, I know exactly what you mean. His voice and character is unforgettable. The Band were unique.
No reason to wonder why people love him. So humble, doesn’t want to admit his greatness. RIP. Glad I made it to a ramble.
You are a lucky man
His music was “liked” alright. “Liked” by about a hundred million people for about a half century. Life well lived.
The epitome of true greatness.......he doesn't have to tell you how great he is, he simply shows you every time he goes on stage. Talent, class and humility.....a combination you very rarely see these days.
Thank you for the beautiful music you created. Levon Helm, RIP.
He was just such a simple man with such extraordinary talents. I remember being 10 years old and watching him in Coal Miner's Daughter (no idea, at that time, of what The Band, and any music beyond simple music, even was). I fell in love with that man from that film because of his beautiful, but simple, goodness, that just shined through. When I was older and realized he was also a gifted drummer and singer I just felt as if we were all gifted with this man's presence.
To this day Loretta Lynn can’t watch him do his scenes, he was so like her Dad. Floored her when he called her Lo-reddy 🥲
You can see the joy in his eyes. It has always been there - now that he is older, it shines brighter. God bless this man and all those who love Levon Helm.
What a warm and charming man he was.
I love this man with his southern country twang. Pure class.
I love you, Levon. Your music touches my heart and soul.
Levon Helm has one of the coolest voices and dialects on earth. I love this guy!
Dave
Me too. We should do lunch.
You are still an insperation to a lot of people including me. RIP Levon Helm and thank you for everything you have taught me.
Love this man, don’t think he was ever given enough credit for all his achievements, which in itself, is the sign of a kind, unpretentious, beautiful human being. RIP
💯
Thank you Levon for the wonderful music that always makes me happy.
R.I.P. you true Gentleman of the South!
"I'm not in love with listening to my voice and the sound of my voice anyway." That makes one of us, Levon. For me, I could listen to it every day forever.
Agreed!
I love listening to my voice singing. I don't believe that.
My oh MY! I have always loved this man and his enormous talent. Now to hear him speak so humbly of the gift that was returned to him humbles me also. God Bless You, Mr. Helm!!
I'm so fortunate to see him live, and was able to shake his hand. I don't care what anyone thinks, but I feel that even his voice now is classic. It's probably because Levon is such a talented and soulful singer that his voice can carry regardless of it being raspy. You're the best Levon!
One of the all time great voices didn't even consider himself a singer. Levon was the man.
One of THE BEST voices in rock history!
Who?
Oh Levon you are so missed everyday....
Yes
RIP, Levon, you'll always be remembered.
The fact that he was not in love with his own voice is proof that we are often not the best judge of our own talents.. His singing voice is such a wonderful thing to so many of us, but perhaps the unassuming nature of it is what makes it so amazing. He doesn’t realize how great it is because he is so close to it.
Such a sweet man. Love him and how much music means to him. He will be missed. Thank you Levon.
I adore this man - have since he caught my eye all those years ago in The Band. You just aren't going to find a more genuine individual than this.
Bless you Levon...I'm still listening!
This is what the soul of America used to look and sound like - pray we can get back there some day.
Rest in Peace, Levon, you were a understated true legend, your music and amazing voice will live-on, forever, in our hearts...
I think Levon held true to the things that matter: "I am the drummer". And, wow, was he. From there, while he's modest about it, he had great musical ideas. The harmonies we heard in his Rambles: Levon on mandolin singing solo, Amy and Teresa, the horn section, Larry Campbell (a GREAT musician), Brian on keyboards: all either Levon's ideas or Levon pulling together the best of the best and letting each take the spotlight and also harmonize. OK...I loved the tight perfection of The Band. Can still remember where I was when I first heard "Chest Fever". The Levon Helm Band was something different and equally perfect in a looser, expanding, way.
The night they drove old Dixie down...RIP Levon, we miss you.
This interview is one of the most touching I have ever heard.
He was such a treasure, gotta love that voice.
Im learning still how to be humble thanks to Levon
I miss the music. But thank God all the great records are in my collection. God Bless the Great Music!!
one of the best singers around! and what drummer! wow! rock on mr. Helm! :-)
Love Levon ❤️ Everything about him ! The first time my father heard The Weight on the radio, his roommate woke him up from his sleep and said, " You have got to hear this song and this voice." 💓
God bless Levon.
Having listened to Levon's music since before I saw The Band in 1970, it is especially beautiful to view and listen to this inspirational video of The Man.
What a fighter that man was!!! He was really strong, and that bought him a lot more years, a lot more music, a lot more fun and a lot more time with his family and friends! Levon, rest in peace. We'll always love you and your music!
One of the best voices of all time.
You are so right. I can't picture life without the music of The Band and especially Levon's voice. It is people like him that give me hope for the future of music and the future of our kids. My family will never forget him. That is for sure.
I really liked his part in "The Shooter" a very captivating person!
And Loretta Lynn’s father. Amazing.
Great in 'The Right Stuff' also. He was the narrator and played Chuck Yeager's buddy at the airfield, based on a real guy.
God bless all of you. The Band and Levon Helm have meant so much to me over the years. As good as or better than anyone else you care to name. No band has ever meant as much to me. They were, are and always shall be one of the great examples of North American folk music.
Just got in from work to hear the sad news of one of my heroes final struggle with the imminent fate which awaits us all. The world will be a truly lonelier place without this man of limitless talent. I will pray God grant him a peaceful passing and comfort to you both.
A man that knew the value of another day and the great gift of music and people inside of a good song. Levon has always offered great leadership for us complainers
Great musician and human being! Thanks for all the great tunes!!
100% Class Act. They just don't make them like this anymore.
A true Southern Gentleman
..There's a lot more here with Levon than a standard news spot interview. I'm 68 and I can relate with how great a gratitude Levon has for just being alive as the years roll on.
Thank you for everything Levon!! Can’t thank you enough!!
Damn, it's just so sad that he's gone.
It is always a joy to meet people as sincere and authentic as Levon Helm. And what a double blessing that a personality as warm as this had been coupled with a collection of amazing talents.
He is deserving of all the success and contentment that life can offer.
So wonderfully touching and genuine. Such an honest and simple man. Levon Helm you leave a wonderful legacy of your passion for your sweet musical style...RIP Levon Helm
I have a list. It's people that I somehow wish that I could have met in this lifetime. Not to get autographs and not to satisfy some kind of "fan dream". Just people that I admire. People who's work I have enjoyed. People that I respect. Just to meet them, shake their hand, buy them a beer and have a conversation. Maybe ask a few questions...maybe hear a story or two...then we'll be on our way with a tip of the hat and a thank you for your time. Levon Helm is high on that list. Maybe it will still happen in the great beyond. Who knows?
Agreed. Wish I could have told him he was the most beautiful part of Coal Miner’s Daughter.
@@MontagZoso you are not wrong about that.
what a lovely man he was.
please tell your father that he will always be with his fans through the music & will never be forgotten, he will live on through every song & every line and continue to bring people joy through his music. It has been my pleasure to have enjoyed much of his work, he has truly left a positive impact on the music industry.
Levon deserved an interviewer who knew the difference between compromising and comprising. God bless him.
For a guy who doesn't much like the sound of his own voice, he has one of the greatest I've ever heard in my life. When he sings, he really brings it.
What a beautiful soul. The whole state of Arkansas will never forget you.
GOD Bless this man....a real human with a soul...speaks from the heart
The most humble man you'd ever meet. May your spirit live on forever Leon
One of the best drumer in american music, and as a person the friends they have the privilege to meet him told me he is one of the must beautiful person you can meet. Thanks Levon
Levon, I love you and always will. You're God's gift to the music lover.
My heart swells at the thought of your face and the sound of your voice, be well wherever you are and we as a whole will continue to love you and listen to your music!!!
@busterbone thank for that. Always knew that was Levon.. but didn't know. Great ear for music and I think had an amazing voice. Thanks Buster.
Levon has always and will always be one of most favorite singers. God bless him, and I'm glad he's got his voice back - Sing it, Levon!
Thank you for posting this interview. Love the guy and his music.
levon helm wow. im 24 and he is one of my favorites. he's a true artist
Sending only Holy Love to this wonderful man , who has given us so much and to his family♥
Well said, Levon truly is a National Treasure and a gift to the world. His gracious, humble and loving attitude make me see that he truly is deserving of the all the success and recognition that goes to him. I just bought "Electric Dirt" yesterday and then "Dirt Farmer" today and both albums are well worth every little penny spent. God bless his daughter and all those behind him that are backing him up and helping to make his music available.
I love this Man!! Never changed at all, with so many opportunities over the years... Thanks god for that.
I Love this man!!!!! Always have...always will!!!!!!!
dixieken
Oh, I just now learnt that the wonderful down-to-earth gentle man, great musician and raconteur and a real human being has passed on.
RIP Levon, you gave many people much happiness for many years.
What an incredible sweet man, makes me love him even more :)
Treated me w/such kindness & respect as I learned how to produce for gospel, blues & bluegrass artists long ago. Memorable human, sad he had to go so young. Nice to see this post. Tks.
Levon Helm will live for ever !!!
Thanks for posting this, it's made my day to have watched it! Levon Helm seems such a humble man. He has a grace that many musicians sadly lack IMO. I saw The Band when they toured Australia in 1986, but they had lost Richard by then, and Robbie stayed at home, and as good as they were that night, I'm positive it would have been so much better had Robbie & Richard been with them. RIP Richard Manuel and Rick Danko. Play well and play often Levon!
thanks for such beautiful music over the years levon...
You're not in love with listening to your voice, Levon, ..but we are.
May God bless you Mr. Helm. May you rest in peace. Amazing man, and musician
I just clicked the thumbs up on all the posts, yo all rock, just like Levon. God bless all of you.
I've always loved Levon Helm. He seems like such a down to earth person. There never seems to be any pretense coming across when he speaks. He's good people and it comes through. I'm so glad to hear to that he's recoverinh and doing well. Peace.
That's what a fantastic human being looks and sounds like. Bless you, Levon Helm
WHAT A GENTLEMAN. Where have all the gentlemen gone?
I see he has chosen wisely his sentimentality. He knows whats important, and doesn't harp on every mile marker. I wish to be as level headed someday.
Mr. Helm, I wish you and yours nothing but the best.
Thanks for sharing,
-b- KCMO
Rest in Peace Mr Helm. You are a true rock musician forever. One of the best.
This is the third site I have been to since hearing of Mr. Helms condition. I do hope he is not in pain and sincerely wish he comes out fine. He is an inspiration and a good man. Bless
Incredible human. Very much loved and missed. 😢 God bless you 🙏 Levon ❤❤😢
Some people think they are the smartest person in the room he really was the smartest person and the kindest and humble and honest
" I am happy where I am" may we all be lucky enough to get to that point Gods speed, Thanks for all the great music!
Such an awesome drummer and singer, godspeed for a fast n speedy recovery. We can always hope. Such a gracious and loving human being
He was real. Talented, Modest, and Humble. I miss good music.
It never gets old, listening to Levon sing, play or just talk. Keep it a-coming....
His voice makes me almost cry.. I love him so much. When my husband told me he had passed I was downtown Denver just after the 420 fest and I broke down and cried. I listen to him almost everyday. It seems crazy but I just love his b=voice so much that I have to get my fix
I hesitate to assign the title "greatest" to any one, but I will say this, Levon is truly the "whole package", awesome drummer, lead and background vocalist, plus one heck of a descent human being. From all I've seen as well as the opinion of a friend who hung out with Levon, I'm told he's one heck of a genuinely kind and gracious man. I was impressed by the interview portion of The Last Waltz when Levon strikes a match and lights Robbie's cigarette before he lights his own. A real brother.
What a man....
We luv ya Bro!
Thanks for being there
Roger
What a great spirit even in the hardest of times. Godspeed Levon
A true American Treasure!
Thank you for everything Levon , rest in peace Brother.
🧠🌌♾🎸🎵🎶
1:50-Doesn't even consider himself a singer.....Meanwhile we've got all these shrill pop tarts screeching off key into an auto-tune box,elbowing their way to the front of the crowd,demanding to be noticed.Then,once they get there and promptly get torn down to make room for the next"mommy's little princess"they have a meltdown in front of the whole world,and then an appearance in a sex video and then a perfume line,if they didn't make too much of an ass out of themselves in the process.....Fame eats it's own,just keep working on your craft,carry yourself with some class,and maybe you can pass through this world with you dignity intact and leave behind some music that got people through some hard times and helped them celebrate happy times. R.I.P.and God Bless You Levon.
musicalchairs777 awesome. A+
Can I get a Amen.
could not agree more. Levon had more talent in his pinky than all these frauds combined.
musicalchairs777 ... A thoughtful, brilliant post that mirrors my thoughts. Thank you ..
@@danterry6328 amen