DEEP RIVER BLUES | Country Blues Fingerpicking on the Martin DX Johnny Cash Guitar

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  • @justinjohnsonlive
    @justinjohnsonlive  3 роки тому +32

    🎸🎸DOWNLOADABLE TABS FOR THIS SONG: www.musicnotes.com/l/g9TW4

  • @NathanKt
    @NathanKt 4 роки тому +37

    I used to hear my dad play this song, and as I grew up, we used to play it together. We don't play much as we used to now, but Deep River Blues will always remain the Father&Son theme in my heart. Thanks for polishing this masterpiece of Doc Watson. Cheers from France

  • @justinjohnsonlive
    @justinjohnsonlive  4 роки тому +142

    Thanks for watching! Please Hit the SUBSCRIBE button while you're here! 😁

    • @patrickmcgee4698
      @patrickmcgee4698 4 роки тому +2

      Justin what place would you recommend to buy this guitar from knowing I'm getting the real deal delivered and all Thanks, and great playing 😎🤟🍺🍺

    • @jjbanshee
      @jjbanshee 4 роки тому

      can u play rory gallagher? it's 25 years ago when he died...he had al lot of accoustic numbers

    • @andrewfarell2261
      @andrewfarell2261 4 роки тому

      Done!

    • @inthso362
      @inthso362 4 роки тому +1

      Sure hope your making much better than a living wage, you more than deserve it. Will switch channels and subscribe, thanks..

    • @davorkamilic4587
      @davorkamilic4587 4 роки тому

      Stonishing

  • @Acousticeg
    @Acousticeg 4 роки тому +36

    I been down to the crossroads, but the devil looked at me and laughted. You old fool you lost your soul a long time ago. It's a young man's soul that feed's my delight. Blues for a soul. And he gave it to you...

  • @keeganitreal
    @keeganitreal Рік тому +17

    Even after watching video 50 times, it never EVER gets old. It would take me multiple lifetimes to get this good. Bravo 👏

  • @12artman
    @12artman 4 роки тому +315

    I was playing Deep River Blues before you were born. A friend played Travis style and it was the first song I'd heard in the style around 1965. It's what motivated me to learn how to play guitar and I think I've played a bit of it every time I've picked up a guitar for over 50 years. I also played it for Merle Travis in his dressing room one time and I have to say something frankly Justin, I hate your guts. Loved it. Nice to see how the last 30 years has produced so many players who are keeping the style alive. My hat's off to you. Merle did warn me about one thing though, he said, "You keep pickin' your guitar like that and the hole will never heal up."

  • @НиколайДыхнилкин-з5р

    Браво ,Маэстро, гитара в ваших руках игрушка, а музыка её..звучание в века..Спасибо, что вы есть на Земле Божьей и красота звучания гитары вашей будут радовать многие поколения людей..Браво..

  • @johncogley1956
    @johncogley1956 4 роки тому +18

    3.07 3.08 I love the look on his face, he knew he aced the entire song without a single mistake and we all loved it!!

  • @Slash1066
    @Slash1066 4 роки тому +4

    I have seen many players on UA-cam, this guy is hands down the best, unbelievable really

  • @wesleysmith5580
    @wesleysmith5580 4 роки тому +1

    It's like May something, I have lost my self too time ( Literally ) I Can Play Again!!!! Time is nothing but a metaphor..... My Hand's are singing again and "I Don't Want Ta Ever Sleep Again" ...
    Thanks Mr. Justin !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @brucecar562
    @brucecar562 9 днів тому

    Rivals any of the stellar versions of this great Delmore Bros. tune! Fantastic take.

  • @stevensexton204
    @stevensexton204 4 роки тому +9

    Doc Watson is one of my all time favorites and you did him justice with your rendition, very well done sir.

  • @darlenemeans7896
    @darlenemeans7896 4 роки тому +18

    This one is my all time favorite of your videos. You mash this up!!! probably about 2500 of the likes for this video are me. I cant stop watching it. The soul in your fingers is like FUEL. You go Daddy!!

  • @mattnobrega6621
    @mattnobrega6621 4 роки тому +16

    That moment you realized that when you played Johnny Cash's signature guitar you just awoken his spirit. That was awsome.

  • @aslanmonn86
    @aslanmonn86 2 роки тому

    My grandpa was my introduction to this song. We both had a mutual liking for the song. I met another man, Stan not long after and found that he liked the song as well. We got to play our versions to each other, and it was apparent that he was better at it than I was, haha! Because if them, the song is a regular part of my song circle. Your version is absolutely wonderful, and you played it very well.
    God bless

  • @petecartwright5211
    @petecartwright5211 4 роки тому +3

    If you're a guitar player, this guy's your instructor. I've never seen better vids or playing. Giving it out for free too. I'm stealing every lick I can. Doc would have been mighty happy about this one...

  • @dlux703
    @dlux703 4 роки тому +4

    Nobody hangs it out there, warts and all, from beginning to end with this kind of feel. Perfection without production.

  • @fireinsoul8904
    @fireinsoul8904 4 роки тому +2

    Justin Johnson is UA-cam's most inspirational guitarist ✌

    • @harvstersmusic6320
      @harvstersmusic6320 4 роки тому

      I agree, I can't really compare him to anyone. That's what he gets for being himself. Huge but self contained. Love this man.

  • @buddyjackson3148
    @buddyjackson3148 4 роки тому +22

    I can see Chet smiling with the utmost approval !!🤠

  • @Veggie_Tray
    @Veggie_Tray 4 роки тому

    Doc is the GOAT!!! I mean cmon. dude was BLIND, and tore it up!

  • @dixiehurley3599
    @dixiehurley3599 3 роки тому

    Face it y’all this young man is just plain one very talented guitar genus unlike ninety nine point nine an three quarters percent of us will never be ! Oh but isn’t it wonderful we get to listen to him ?

  • @jargo101
    @jargo101 4 роки тому +426

    Every time I listen to this my guitar cries and asks why I dont treat her this good.

    • @chaplainmattsanders4884
      @chaplainmattsanders4884 4 роки тому +2

      jargo101 😂

    • @thinlaypaddu
      @thinlaypaddu 4 роки тому +2

      May be your one is a cheaper one 😝

    • @TooBadJim
      @TooBadJim 4 роки тому +1

      Well put!

    • @cdanist
      @cdanist 4 роки тому +1

      🤣

    • @DeltaJazzUK
      @DeltaJazzUK 4 роки тому +4

      @Steven Thompson So true. In the good old days you could believe you were a pretty hot picker when comparing yourself to locals. Then youtube came along and suddenly your stuttering version of Freight Train didn't sound nearly so good.

  • @j.d.7208
    @j.d.7208 4 роки тому +1

    Ima diehard heavy metal head and I just can't get enough of this its absolutely phenomenal

  • @ninjago561
    @ninjago561 4 роки тому +1

    You're just insane. The rhythmic ability you possess is unparalleled and to see implemented in such a great blues song is beautiful.

  • @jimncheryl
    @jimncheryl 2 роки тому +1

    That was just outstanding! Doc is smiling from ear to ear right now. Amazing....

  • @tonypepena7206
    @tonypepena7206 4 роки тому +3

    Love how the sound bounces each note bounces feel high on music

  • @kderby2204
    @kderby2204 4 роки тому

    With so many views, why are there only 688 likes? His picking and playing is fantastic to listen to and watch. What's with all those people who can't recognize talent when seen?

  • @cassvirgillo3395
    @cassvirgillo3395 4 роки тому +6

    Hey Justin, You never fail to amaze, a natural when it comes to playing instruments and music. Thank you for sharing your talent and all the cool videos. Best, C.

  • @Trident750UK
    @Trident750UK 3 роки тому

    Doc Watson will be absolutely loving this..!!

  • @hochbob
    @hochbob 4 роки тому

    Best version of this classic you will ever hear.

  • @beeandboo
    @beeandboo 2 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @michaelcarson8534
    @michaelcarson8534 4 роки тому +1

    Every time I hear ya play I get goose bumps, and start chair dancin. Your awesome, love your style, and trying to pick like you.

  • @randystallard8079
    @randystallard8079 4 роки тому +5

    As cool and clean as it gets, always, and I mean you always hit that lick, that musical spot, well, um, spot-on fer me~ Doc would, heck, IS proud, peace N God bless ~

  • @MrCretemaniam
    @MrCretemaniam 4 роки тому

    Jesus Cristo.... How can anybody be this freaking good? He looks so young 2 !!! Thank you Justin.

  • @brendamitchell1014
    @brendamitchell1014 4 роки тому +1

    Oh sweet Jesus! Thank you for bringing this mans music in my life. 🎸

  • @chrissycrissy2948
    @chrissycrissy2948 3 роки тому

    My dad used to play songs like this,it brought back a lot of good memories thank you

  • @Chimera6297
    @Chimera6297 4 роки тому +141

    Best part about this guitarist is he's still alive haha

  • @gunlokman
    @gunlokman 3 роки тому +1

    This is just what this guitar was made for - brilliant!

  • @pault7280
    @pault7280 4 роки тому +4

    This rendition is simply amazing! Just unbelievable!!

  • @zwergenbass
    @zwergenbass 3 роки тому

    Sehr schön gespielt , du hast dein ganzen können uns gezeigt ! Vielen liebe dank für´s teilen . Lg. Bärbel 🎹🎸👏

  • @MrEspo117
    @MrEspo117 4 роки тому +8

    The Johnny Cash Martin sounds great. I picked up the 50th Anv. Mexican plant same price as the Cash. And also plays ands sounds better than some of the more expensive models. The Cash is really nice. Great playing as always.

  • @StevenParente
    @StevenParente 10 місяців тому

    This is one of the most badass instrumental covers of this song I've ever heard!👏👏👏

  • @HawkTheAmazingWolf
    @HawkTheAmazingWolf 4 роки тому

    Thanks for playing justin...wishing all good things showering on you,just like you shower us with music from the pure realms

  • @Madmaxx0829
    @Madmaxx0829 3 місяці тому +1

    If I could get 1/100th as good as this guy before I died, I would be a happy man… unbelievable…

  • @jargo101
    @jargo101 4 роки тому +3

    This is just awesome. I have had to sit down and re-think my whole guitar playing life after seeing this.

  • @rejeanbeauchamp6126
    @rejeanbeauchamp6126 3 роки тому +1

    You have been my panacea of the Day !
    This is the kind if accoustic blues I am fully delighted for !

  • @ericjam6346
    @ericjam6346 4 роки тому +3

    Sounds fantastic. Love the switch ups from fingerstyle to flatpicking. You handle both styles very well and they integrate together and compliment each other well.

  • @sapelesteve
    @sapelesteve 4 роки тому +1

    Old Doc would have been proud Justin! Just an amazing rendition of that tune.... 👍👍🎸🎸👍👍

  • @darenmorgan4377
    @darenmorgan4377 3 місяці тому

    Never get tired of watching this.

  • @flatpicker75
    @flatpicker75 4 роки тому

    The UA-cam rabbit holes have brought me to many of your vids over the years. I've always recognized the talent, but this is the first one that made me say "holy sheet". You get it. Long live The Doc.

  • @tonysargent1699
    @tonysargent1699 4 роки тому

    19th February 2020. 18:15 G.M.T.. Nice bit of finger pickin by Justin to relax to. Magic!

  • @StefanoValerilove-coffee
    @StefanoValerilove-coffee 4 роки тому +2

    Justin play the guitar so easy like a drink a glass of 🍺 beer. He’s a Maestro of guitar!

  • @breaux70517
    @breaux70517 4 роки тому +3

    Imagine a duet with Tommy Emmanuelle. I could listen all day. Thank you Mr. Johnson.

  • @deannederhoff
    @deannederhoff 3 роки тому

    Sir.you have got to be one of the best unspoken guitar players there's ever been.love every dang video you've ever made and the guitars you've made also.i wish I could play a1/4 as good as you

  • @Rambunctious
    @Rambunctious 2 роки тому +1

    He has magic in those fingers! 🎸

  • @kevinaaker1674
    @kevinaaker1674 4 роки тому

    One of my favorite Doc Watson songs. Made me smile!

  • @lewolf2884
    @lewolf2884 4 роки тому

    I will never tire of listening to you make that Cash sing the best of the blues in such a sashaying way! 🐺

  • @tonisarsfield3615
    @tonisarsfield3615 3 роки тому

    I love watching your hands. Its like your fingers are dancing!

  • @noneyabusiness6957
    @noneyabusiness6957 3 роки тому +3

    I love the Doc Watson version but man Justin you’re killing it as usual.

  • @PatrickBergeron
    @PatrickBergeron 4 роки тому +2

    Absolutely some of the best Blues on UA-cam, honestly! SRV would have enjoyed your style man!

  • @anuraggill1162
    @anuraggill1162 2 роки тому

    Yeah New Ideas for Deep River Blues 🎶🎶🎸❤❤ Love this Justin's Version.

  • @kmm7550
    @kmm7550 4 роки тому +6

    Amazing !!!
    France is watching you 😎

  • @christineschmidt8494
    @christineschmidt8494 4 роки тому

    BEE YOU TEE FULL young fella you never fail me ! I would still like to hear you and Johnny Hiland jam this kind of stuff ! In fact I just broke out Turquoise Trail again. Had to put it away for awhile, I didn't want to burn holes in it. Hadn't played it in about 4 months and it's just as fresh as the first time I played both cd's. By the way the Cash Martin sounds phenomenal, I could listen to you play that thing ALL DAY LONG. ( wife's tablet )

  • @aliciacarovini1075
    @aliciacarovini1075 3 місяці тому

    Siempre es y será un placer escucharte y verte tocar. ❤

  • @chrisraybruce7185
    @chrisraybruce7185 4 роки тому

    Hell yeah Justin!!! I've been waiting to see you pick away at this song for ages!! You just made this work day a heck of a lot better thanks a lot

  • @dagsthedrover927
    @dagsthedrover927 3 роки тому

    One of you best I think…. and appreciate the camera work as well… great o be able to get a good look at your technique. Thanks to both of you!!

  • @Василий_Север
    @Василий_Север 3 роки тому +2

    Великолепно! Каким чувством гармонии нужно обладать, чтобы так играть!

  • @fishinwithjimgronaw6224
    @fishinwithjimgronaw6224 3 роки тому +2

    Just an outstanding version of this classic...WOW! Thanks so much!

  • @coseybutler279
    @coseybutler279 4 роки тому +3

    You are one heck of a musician brother! Keep up the picking, and I’m gonna definitely subscribe and like all of your videos!

  • @MrCretemaniam
    @MrCretemaniam 4 роки тому

    If that intro don't kill ya I don't know what does !!! I got to listen to it a few more times !!! To get the full meaning ... Thanks JJ !!!

    • @MrCretemaniam
      @MrCretemaniam 4 роки тому

      I never heard of or seen a 9 string before . . Did you make it ? I mean make it happen ? Something tells me you did.

  • @stevebradbury1914
    @stevebradbury1914 4 роки тому

    Quickly becoming one of my 5 all time greats, keep pickin😎😎😎

  • @debbivaughn1313
    @debbivaughn1313 3 роки тому

    Now that's the kind of blues that makes you just feel good all over.👍👍

  • @fernandobarbosa6636
    @fernandobarbosa6636 Рік тому +1

    Esse Cara e diferenciado sensacional Justin Parabéns.

  • @marcus_starr
    @marcus_starr 3 роки тому

    Dig that move you do bar three. I find it easier than Doc’s version. Excellent. Now I play it your way.

  • @mickknox1889
    @mickknox1889 3 роки тому +12

    My guitar went to the pawn shop and pawned me...

  • @ВиталийШлянин
    @ВиталийШлянин 4 роки тому +1

    Класс !!! С удовольствием послушал ! Получил массу положительных эмоций !!!!!!!

  • @stagelifelv9324
    @stagelifelv9324 4 роки тому

    What talent blessed by God. Wonderful to watch!

  • @amoghskulkarni
    @amoghskulkarni 4 роки тому +55

    I thought I would never have that starry eyed look for someone other that Tommy Emmanuel. Then I saw Justin's videos.

    • @Flyfishthebordersandbeyond
      @Flyfishthebordersandbeyond 4 роки тому +2

      Justin is better than tommy. Tommy just plays every thing light speed and shows off. Justin plays all speeds and is very humble

    • @ioman3979
      @ioman3979 4 роки тому +10

      @@Flyfishthebordersandbeyond lol, technically, tommy emmanuel is a fucking beast, he can play whatever he wants and he has a colosal memory. He lost some groove because his technic is perfect but he's still one or the best guitarist of all time

    • @amoghskulkarni
      @amoghskulkarni 4 роки тому

      @@Flyfishthebordersandbeyond I would like to recommend you a video of Tommy's - "if I had you". It's with Joscho Stephan. You'll see what kind of melodic powerhouse Tommy is.

    • @Hairy.Whodini
      @Hairy.Whodini 4 роки тому

      @Amogh Kulkarni check out Kent Nishimura... very young, humble, next level guitar god.

    • @tomaszpaw174
      @tomaszpaw174 4 роки тому

      Tommy Emanuel super❤️

  • @Chris-qz4qj
    @Chris-qz4qj 5 місяців тому

    Wow I love the sound of it I going to go buy me one and Johnny cash is my favorite singer❤

  • @MARKCANEER
    @MARKCANEER Місяць тому

    Excellent as Always Thank You Mr Johnson 🙏👍🐕‍🦺

  • @aridzonagardencentre7488
    @aridzonagardencentre7488 3 роки тому

    Thankyou you make me feel so happy listening to you.

  • @gabe31g
    @gabe31g 4 роки тому +2

    After watching this I feel like giving my guitar away. I play those same chords And my guitar never sounded like that 😳 ❤❤❤ Great picking style.

  • @perihelion7798
    @perihelion7798 4 роки тому

    I always expect excellence and greatness, and yet I'm never disappointed. Very fine! Kudos.

  • @bluesteel5688
    @bluesteel5688 4 роки тому +1

    Nicely done, brother.....fluency, accuracy, interpretation and feel....a wonderful performance

  • @stankygeorge
    @stankygeorge 4 роки тому

    I enjoy feeling you feeling the music as you create it!

  • @w13rdguy
    @w13rdguy 4 роки тому

    Justin's best video, to my memory.

  • @njgl2010
    @njgl2010 4 роки тому +8

    My guitar just walked in the living room and said she's leaving me for Justin Johnson!

  • @philsadler2136
    @philsadler2136 4 роки тому

    Great balls of fire. That's some mighty dang good pickin

  • @stuchdog6118
    @stuchdog6118 4 роки тому

    Probably my all time favorite. Thanks for sharing.

  • @swimcat2333
    @swimcat2333 4 роки тому

    Excellent, beautiful and real without production. A real talent and a absolute joy to hear and see !! Keep um coming--- first time I heard I became an instant fan . I looked up live show dates for you.

  • @warnerjohnson1338
    @warnerjohnson1338 4 роки тому +3

    Well, hot damn, Justin: - More Merle and Doc Watson and I thank you ahead of time for this great picking. [While your at it, throw in some Jerry Reed.]

  • @SolracJr0722
    @SolracJr0722 4 роки тому +3

    Love that acoustic! Great playing too, love the blues 🤘🎸👍

  • @johnforneris5479
    @johnforneris5479 4 роки тому

    Great Song, Great pickin! Always enjoy your videos. Rock on Justin!!

  • @paulsharp6559
    @paulsharp6559 4 роки тому

    I like working out on an acoustic guitar because it keeps you in shape to play your Strat or you’re tele. Nice job.

  • @alquimby5508
    @alquimby5508 3 роки тому

    Let it rain, let it pour, let it rain and rain some more, cause I got them deep river blues...

  • @alanvega806
    @alanvega806 4 роки тому +2

    Expert! See you from Argentina! Love you style!

  • @stevenpitts6665
    @stevenpitts6665 2 роки тому

    This boy is a magician, brilliant!

  • @timsrensen3542
    @timsrensen3542 3 роки тому

    Thx Justin.... Always a pleasure 😎

  • @galaxytater6850
    @galaxytater6850 4 роки тому

    Jeez I love the matte black finish on that beauty

  • @truth-Hurts375
    @truth-Hurts375 4 роки тому

    This is like running a 2hr marathon...He is good !!!