Bull Doze Blues -- Henry Thomas (1928) -- Bariuke & Pan Flute Cover

If you watch the video below, you will see Henry Thomas playing his guitar and his pan flute downtown in some city in 1928. The question is-- which city?
He sings about Mobile and Memphis in the song, but his bio reveals that he was born in Texas in 1874 and lived the life of a hobo on the Texas rails, earning a living as a street singer. I think the film clip might have been shot in Dallas. The buildings seem a bit familiar, but I could be wrong. Henry recorded 28 songs in the late 1920s. He died in 1930.
• Henry Thomas - BULL DO...

[@-LyDia.Of-France]

What an extraordinary performance to play both the guitar and the pan flute at the same time!!! I am blown away! It deserves a standing ovation!!! Thumbs up Bruce. LyDia ♫♪♫

[@brucerutherford222]

Thank you so much, Lydia!

[@trevorhansbury]

Fantastic cover of Henry Thomas one of the lesser known acoustic blues and folk musicians of that era, wonderful performance Bruce very well done my friend, also he was very well known for the song Going up the country which of course was made famous by Canned Heat, Bull doze blues is another name for Going up the country I believe 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻

[@brucerutherford222]

Right you are, Trevor, although Canned Heat wrote Going Up the Country-- or the lyrics-- to go with the melody and the pan flute runs of this song. Canned Heat used a regular flute and a rock band, of course. I like both songs. Appreciate the listen, my friend.

[@Top.Mallorca]

Very beautiful cover! Greetings from Palma!

[@brucerutherford222]

Thank you from Texas!

[@KalibaOne]

That was fantastic Bruce . What a great musician you are ! Super song ! The best greetings from Michael

[@brucerutherford222]

Thanks for giving a listen, Michael!

[@TonyMcGreal]

Very good Bruce 👍👍

[@brucerutherford222]

Thanks, Tony.

[@CARLOSFRANCO1000]

Thank you so much my dear friend Bruce... well done... fantastic theme...
good luck my dear friend... amazing interpretation... I really enjoyed listening.. 😊😊🎵🎵🎹🎹

[@brucerutherford222]

Very kind of you, Carlos. Mucisimas gracias!

[@JungHeeYoon]

Wow~~♡
Very great performance and song~~ like15
Thanks for sharing.

[@brucerutherford222]

Thanks for listening, Yoon!

[@gregoryeditor6500]

A new treat for me, first time I am hearing this song sounds good Bruce.

[@brucerutherford222]

Thanks, Gregory! Glad you came by.

[@AxelRnnvocalguitar]

I guess it not not easy to sing and play Bariuke And pan flute performance at the same time
You are a great musician Bruce my friend ,amazing Cover 👍👍

[@brucerutherford222]

Aww, thanks a million, Axel!

[@danielobenhaus8100]

Hello!
I don't know this song. Definitely an interesting song.
Pan flute, ukulele and voice sound good together.
Have a nice day!

[@brucerutherford222]

Thank you, Daniel. I like your English version of May Shines!!!

[@johnleonamnoiz9931]

A UNIQUE COMBINATION OF INSTRUMENTS.

[@brucerutherford222]

Glad you could come by.

[@SamirAbadeer]

so nice , well played and sung

[@brucerutherford222]

Thanks a lot!!

[@joseluiselvirad]

Excellent song and interpretation, I liked it a lot, congratulations from Madrid and see you soon Bruce, like 14

[@brucerutherford222]

Thank you from Fort Worth, Texas!

[@PeterStrachanMusic]

Don't know the song Bruce but I like it.. Love the pan pipes.. Hope you are doing well my friend.. Cheers

[@brucerutherford222]

Thanks for lending an ear, Peter. I'm just a novice on the pan pipes but hope the improve! Take care.

[@ezfinger9958]

Wow. Pan Flute! You are really talented! It's amazing performance! 👍👍 I like it!

[@brucerutherford222]

Hey, thanks for listen, EZ!

[@lunagaiaspath5069]

Good morning dear Sir Bruce. There are no end to your musical talents. Love those pan pipes, and they transport me to deep South America with images in my mind:) This is a delightful song and performance and so well done Bruce. Super talent!! Very interesting about Henry Thomas. I had not heard of him, Your very impressed Lady Ali:)

[@WailinHeino]

I guess you have heard Canned Heat's cover of this song before:). They named it "Going up the Country".
Nicely done, Bruce!

[@brucerutherford222]

Yes, Canned Heat had a nice country rock hit with their cover (with all new lyrics) Thanks for lending an ear, Heino! Peace and Light ~ Bruce

[@brucerutherford222]

My dear Lady Ali, I am quite honored by your very generous comments. I am so glad you came by, and I hope your ladyship has a peaceful night. Obla Da ~ Bruce

[@onewomanandsomesongs]

Hi, Bruce...I've been on the road vacationing again...just thought I'd stop by and listen to your latest. Love the pan flute....it adds a wonderful addition to your performance....a fun listen, my friend. Thanks for watching my dancing short too...I've always wanted to twirl, hehe. :) Janet

[@brucerutherford222]

Thank you, Janet! Glad you could stop by after your road trip. Obla Da ~ Bruce

[@therealrosswhite]

Love how you have mixed this unusual combination sir Bruce and made it seem normal. I love your desire for new and different things sir.
Absolutely genius.
All my best to you always🙏🙏
Ross

[@brucerutherford222]

Thanks so much for lending an ear, Ross! I'm just learning my way around the pan flute, and I must say, it's a lot of fun. Have a great tomorrow, my friend. Peace and Blessings ~ Bruce

[@therealrosswhite]

Sir Bruce I’ve mailed you 🔆🔆🔆

[@therealrosswhite]

@@brucerutherford222 well your getting great at it sir, I’m liking what I see. I’ve mailed you back
🙏🙏
All my best
Ross

[@bendummitt888]

Attaboy...

[@brucerutherford222]

Thank you, sir!