If you would have told me when I was twenty something, that someday one could sit in their dining area or den, grab their guitar, take a sip of wine, and sing a song, then post it on UA-cam for potentially millions of viewers, I would have said..”no way!” Now that I am 78, I truly understand that change can come in small waves, or in giant tsunami’s. But the platform or social media is never better than the thing posted, and when an old and mournful, pleasing folk song is played and sang by a superb artist, it is a delight to behold. The rich history of folk music goes on. If we would all just stop to appreciate it, the ballad, the story in a song, the narrative of a life lived with ups and downs, success and failure, happy times, and even depression, well, all I can say is…..there is a universal longing, artistic expression, and a message for each of us. Let us all keep looking for it. God bless.
@@dreamalittledo I’m not from USA but I think this kind of music and performance is more popular there than what goes for popular music. For the few big money stars there are thousands making or supplementing a living. This song is Americana genre, which I see as a fusion of folk music from many countries. I think you should check bluegrass music if you haven’t already, a root of Americana, and itself rooted in Scandinavian folk music.
Greetings from Germany and thank you for this beautiful tribute to John Prine. There is no better way to do it. I am sure he would be very happy about it and he would be proud.
The dress, the table, the colour scheme, the guitar, the ice cold beverage and of course, you Toni. It all comes together in one beautifully inspired masterpiece. Thanks Toni!
True. Nice dress, nice painting, nice table, nice plant. Real nice sound. Actually, at the end, at 4:05, the pattern of the dress and the pattern on the side of the table come together with the shapes of the paintings on the walls. Nice work all around. Again, nice voice and playing.
Thank you young lady. Not only did you make this old man smile but I’m sure there’s a man named John smiling down by the Green River where Paradise lay.
Great performance of one of the best tunes ever written. The legacy of Texas songwriters like Blaze Foley, Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark is an absolute gold mine.
Those names you mention help make up my playlist. It’s remarkable to me why not everyone knows those names. It’s uplifting knowing that Toni, Elle, Carson McKee and Josh Turner are keeping those names alive. Toni is my favorite guitarist by far now. Carry on guys.
So glad Blaze Foley is getting the recognition he deserves, I found this song about a year or so ago and have been obsessed with it since. Seeing more and more covers coming out makes me so happy.
Performing this at the low end of her vocal range gives a definite Prine effect. Masterful playing - left hand like a spider's legs (in the very best way).
Everything about this performance is stunningly beautiful, starting with the clarity of the guitar and circling to the mellow tones of Toni’s voice. A keeper.
I love this song and this cover is so beautiful. Fun fact: feeding pigeons clay protects them and heals them against certain things. It made me view the lyrics in a more beautiful light.
wow amasing tallent break up cords i am 76yrs i would like to play one day like you. gods tallent mam over hundreds of hrs i can hear your voice n your playing I LOVE IT. GOD BLESS
So did I . I grew up near Fond du Lac long before she was born. Hopefully someday I will have the opportunity to meet her and Renia and see them perform live
I've been playing and singing this awesome song for years. Blaze Foley's story has a very sad ending but John Prine gave the song some exposure. This is a great version. Thanks Toni!
I'm sittin' here in the early winter on the great plains in Canada, watching the snow fall, flakes dancing in the wind. Memories now, long, long ago memories, and my eyes start giving way to small tears and it's like I'm hearing John Prine sing right in front of me. Very well done Toni. Very well done indeed. Thank you.
OK here’s the deal. Virtuoso on guitar, soothing beautiful voice, very pretty lady. Toni you have stolen my heart. You and Elle are one hell of a team. Do more singles.🎸
Literally everything in this video is beautiful to look at, then it's soaked in beautiful music. That took me away...and I'm still sitting here...frozen....
For those who may not know, this was a Blaze Foley song that John Prine did a cover of. Blaze had a small but powerful repertoire of original songs that are worth hearing.
Infact jp was a huge fan.. and said he onlly wished he could have wriitten asong as good thanks for pointing that out blaze is an amazing songwriter ifi colud only fly just stopped me in my trackstragic that foley is virtually unknown that will change in time people you you are missing out clay pigeons is favsong of mine i play it alot but jps live vrrsion has also on hi roteate which isnt often the case so super wrapped to sre this .. beenplaying tonis versionn for most of my saturday morn its pretty bloody impressive more i play it the better it gets this womens talent is a given but im reall enjoying vocals on pigeons really strong man im chuffed to hear one of my favourite tunes covered the guitar sound brilliant so did hersinging her cover is fucking extra coolthankyou toni again anyone else that reads this need to find blaze for goddam real for all of our sakes
Interesting! I had always thought John Prine wrote it himself. As they say "That is what I get for doing my own thinking." LOL Eventhough John Prine was much older than Toni when he passed, I would have Loved to have saw Toni and John performing as a Duo together. He was such a Great songwriter!
@@ToniLindgrenToni, outstanding as usual. You've probably mentioned before maybe many times, but which Martin is that? I notice it's long saddle, toner, gold butterbean likely open-back tuners, ie, not your current "everyday herringbone" - so original vintage or whatever they call their various tribute/homage/reissue models? And what strings and gauges? Mine is a c.1999 standard D-28 I've had since new, looking forward to giving it a proper 25th party next year, and it's great, but doesn't sound like this! Scalloped bracing I'm sure is part of it. The player something to do with the rest I'm sure, ha! Gorgeous guitar and performance regardless.
The best song writing is story telling that is real and relatable. Thank you for introducing me to this song Toni. I am not actually from the younger generation, but I have had a huge void in my knowledge of such music. My appreciation of well done covers has gone up so much since I started following you. In a world of mega production and super concerts I greatly appreciate the pure beauty of a well played acoustic guitar accompanied by a sweet, humble voice.
The simple niceness of the setting and Toni's slightly-modified style perfectly matches her performance of the song. The genius of Toni and Reina lies in their ability to get this kind of thing just right when their musical talent alone might seem to guarantee their success. It's a craftsmanship which many musical stars didn't seem to develop before UA-cam. It's not the best platform for _everything,_ but it is the best for this sort of thing!
Thanks for doing this compliment to Blaze. He would be crying right now. Back in the day we all knew him as that guy who always needs to borrow five bucks and a string or two. I knew him. I knew the troubled soul that shot him. I lived across the street about three doors down from where he was shot. He was so humble. He loved poetry. He persisted even though he never really made a dime from his effort. He's much larger in death than life. He would probably laugh and make self deprecating jokes about that were he here. Then he would probably get all philosophical and talk about how many better people would pass through this life and never be remembered. Then he'd pour some of his beer out in respect for the departed. He was here a short time. Knew trouble, joy, and love. And after, slept.
Thank you Toni. Straight to the heart. John is an American icon. One of the three kings of American folk music. The other two are Bob Dylan and Robert Hunter. They are American icons Toni, and so are you. 🫂 John Prine RIP Robert Hunter RIP God bless you Toni.
She has the most beautiful timing and touch on all her guitar playing. She's in a class of her own. Love all her and Reina's music!
Eh she’s okay lol
I adore Toni. Not so much Reina. Reina does not love the unborn child.
Na they have something special @Stankervision
If you would have told me when I was twenty something, that someday one could sit in their dining area or den, grab their guitar, take a sip of wine, and sing a song, then post it on UA-cam for potentially millions of viewers, I would have said..”no way!” Now that I am 78, I truly understand that change can come in small waves, or in giant tsunami’s. But the platform or social media is never better than the thing posted, and when an old and mournful, pleasing folk song is played and sang by a superb artist, it is a delight to behold. The rich history of folk music goes on. If we would all just stop to appreciate it, the ballad, the story in a song, the narrative of a life lived with ups and downs, success and failure, happy times, and even depression, well, all I can say is…..there is a universal longing, artistic expression, and a message for each of us. Let us all keep looking for it. God bless.
so it was the big bottle of wine🎉... just jeerin... well said... cheers
No ice in wine
Well put. ❤
You're a legend brother. Age like fine wine!
Take care and we'll see each other on the Isle of Avalon.
You made an old man cry.
Yeah, me and 12 others. (and there's a lot who are not telling)
Well done Toni . Thanks
The finger playing on the guitar and singing voice is something out of the ordinary
Just a woman, her guitar and a ton of talent,... a superb example of 'less is more'! Thank you, Toni, for enriching our lives with what you do!
So well said! And so true!
@@dreamalittledo
I’m not from USA but I think this kind of music and performance is more popular there than what goes for popular music. For the few big money stars there are thousands making or supplementing a living. This song is Americana genre, which I see as a fusion of folk music from many countries. I think you should check bluegrass music if you haven’t already, a root of Americana, and itself rooted in Scandinavian folk music.
Beauty and grace defined, pure love. Thank you!
@@paulembleton1733 hi Paul, good tip. Not sure about the Scandinavian influence though -- Scottish, Irish and English definitely
Well said indeed
Greetings from Germany and thank you for this beautiful tribute to John Prine.
There is no better way to do it.
I am sure he would be very happy about it and he would be proud.
You did Blaze and John proud.
I count myself blessed to have met Toni on two occasions. A wonderful talent and very sweet girl.
The dress, the table, the colour scheme, the guitar, the ice cold beverage and of course, you Toni. It all comes together in one beautifully inspired masterpiece. Thanks Toni!
I was struck with the same. For some reason the dress really kinda stood out as a cool touch.
yes the table is also amazing!
True. Nice dress, nice painting, nice table, nice plant. Real nice sound.
Actually, at the end, at 4:05, the pattern of the dress and the pattern on the side of the table come together with the shapes of the paintings on the walls. Nice work all around. Again, nice voice and playing.
Nice
Pure class.
Thank you young lady. Not only did you make this old man smile but I’m sure there’s a man named John smiling down by the Green River where Paradise lay.
This woman knows what she's doing.
the lioness of acoustic jams
Love this girl. Can I adopt her as another daughter. So talented. John Prine would be so proud of you girl.
For the first time on her videos, and those of Reina, Toni in a very pretty dress 👍👍
Sometime a simple "thumb's up" is not enough.
I wish I could give it a big warm hug. Thank you Toni. The fairy fingers lady.
I can't believe how talented this young lady is,,, she's awesome, her playing warms this old mans heart
Taking that slow drink before your performance was so Rock Star.❤️
and with every one of my 1000 views (and counting), it gives the thrill of a moment of anticipation! She is so awesome. :)
This is the first time I've heard anybody play great renditions of John Prines songs not easy.
It’s a Blaze Foley song.
There is a beautiful sorrow in your voice, then your fingers find a joyful hope that lifts my heart!
❤ TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU ON THAT STEPHANIE 🎉RAY TWELVE STRINGS U.K
I bet JP's sittin on a cloud smiling listening to you play that!
Great performance of one of the best tunes ever written. The legacy of Texas songwriters like Blaze Foley, Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark is an absolute gold mine.
Man, that Texas songwriter roster is solid.
Played by one of the best from Wisconsin
Those names you mention help make up my playlist. It’s remarkable to me why not everyone knows those names. It’s uplifting knowing that Toni, Elle, Carson McKee and Josh Turner are keeping those names alive. Toni is my favorite guitarist by far now. Carry on guys.
Don't stop, Sweetie! Many thanks!
Always enjoy watching and listening to Toni sing and play.
Great version of this John Prine song! With her voice and emotion she seems like a “soul sister” of John.
blaze foley
So glad Blaze Foley is getting the recognition he deserves, I found this song about a year or so ago and have been obsessed with it since. Seeing more and more covers coming out makes me so happy.
Performing this at the low end of her vocal range gives a definite Prine effect. Masterful playing - left hand like a spider's legs (in the very best way).
Everything about this performance is stunningly beautiful, starting with the clarity of the guitar and circling to the mellow tones of Toni’s voice. A keeper.
Magic, one of the best all round guitarists of this time.
My god. I wish I had 1/10th the talent you had, Toni.
Less is more, and this performance is perfection Toni............
She wasn't just playing and singing a song a lot of hurt in her past sure came out in her voice and in her guitar. A very heartfelt piece!
A wonderful performance. Thank you for sharing the talent so well displayed.
She makes me happy and sad when she sings and plays. What a beautiful lady.
My grandpa has Alzheimer’s and he loves this song, especially your rendition. He showed it to me today and I’m learning it from your video. Thank you🙂
Like the way you sing the way you play the guitar. And the way you are
I love this song and this cover is so beautiful.
Fun fact: feeding pigeons clay protects them and heals them against certain things. It made me view the lyrics in a more beautiful light.
ever ate gizzards?
wow amasing tallent break up cords i am 76yrs i would like to play one day like you. gods tallent mam over hundreds of hrs i can hear your voice n your playing I LOVE IT. GOD BLESS
Thanks for sharing that! It does add a lot to the appreciation of the lyrics.
Next level. Voice, picking, pretty dress, chill atmosphere, blonde wood... perfect
I have watched this 10 times it always makes me cry
Love the "Wisconsin" lyric, "changing the word the song" and making it personal.... Excellent!
So did I . I grew up near Fond du Lac long before she was born. Hopefully someday I will have the opportunity to meet her and Renia and see them perform live
Beautiful. Toni Lindgren is fabulous.
A beautiful young woman with a beautiful voice. Perfectly playing a beautiful instrument. Oh how beautiful.
you done John real proud!
You are 99.9% pure and you inspire me.
Awesome Toni!
That rendition was so good I think I’ll go make myself a Handsome Johnny and listen to it again. Nice job, young lady
I've been playing and singing this awesome song for years. Blaze Foley's story has a very sad ending but John Prine gave the song some exposure. This is a great version. Thanks Toni!
Toni, if I were only 50 years younger, you would be the apple of my eye! Maybe next go round, our stars will align.
AWESOME song and Guitar picking and I'm 73 but I never listened a lot to his music but should have and will!! Thanks Toni!!
I'm sittin' here in the early winter on the great plains in Canada, watching the snow fall, flakes dancing in the wind. Memories now, long, long ago memories, and my eyes start giving way to small tears and it's like I'm hearing John Prine sing right in front of me. Very well done Toni. Very well done indeed. Thank you.
Beautifully played and sung Toni, love your voice. Great to hear these great songs being kept alive!! Have a lovely evening 😀🙋🏼♂️
Love this great cover of a John Prine song! Warm voice. Exquisite guitar picking. Makes it look easy. Jeez - if only!
Love Toni’s guitar playing!… UK fan.
And Toni has the most beautiful smile.😊
Nobody can sing this better than John Prine, but I have to say you have come very close. A wonderful rendition thank you.
Blazes original is my favorite
@@gonzoreader7391 Plus it doesn't have the random line change that makes the song less personal
Blaze is the one
Glad to see Toni's channel growing. She deserves it and so much more.
Brought me to tears. Thankyou Toni.
Beauty and talent that makes it a pleasure to listen to her work. Congratulations.
Your excellent guitar was fun, but that deep voice, so full of emotion, brought chills and tears of joy. Thanks, Toni
Blaze lives on!
Played this on repeat for an hour. Lovely.
Same here.
A year later, I'm sitting at the kitchen counter and enjoying this song again.
Thank you, Toni 🙏🏻
I miss John Prime just about everday. Great cover from a talented artist.
John Prime, leader of the Oughta-Nots
A contented sigh and a smile, thank you.
I was smiling the entire time you played that song. Thank you for the joy you placed in my soul
Same here.
OK here’s the deal. Virtuoso on guitar, soothing beautiful voice, very pretty lady. Toni you have stolen my heart. You and Elle are one hell of a team. Do more singles.🎸
Yes! Beautiful Toni!
Those eyes... That voice...That song...Everything is so beautiful
Beautiful lady, beautiful voice and a beautiful song. Thank you Toni!
Adult
Literally everything in this video is beautiful to look at, then it's soaked in beautiful music. That took me away...and I'm still sitting here...frozen....
For those who may not know, this was a Blaze Foley song that John Prine did a cover of. Blaze had a small but powerful repertoire of original songs that are worth hearing.
The most John Prine-y song that john prine didn’t actually write
@@johngrauman4208 Yes, that’s what he said when he first heard it, or words to that effect.
Infact jp was a huge fan.. and said he onlly wished he could have wriitten asong as good thanks for pointing that out blaze is an amazing songwriter ifi colud only fly just stopped me in my trackstragic that foley is virtually unknown that will change in time people you you are missing out clay pigeons is favsong of mine i play it alot but jps live vrrsion has also on hi roteate which isnt often the case so super wrapped to sre this .. beenplaying tonis versionn for most of my saturday morn its pretty bloody impressive more i play it the better it gets this womens talent is a given but im reall enjoying vocals on pigeons really strong man im chuffed to hear one of my favourite tunes covered the guitar sound brilliant so did hersinging her cover is fucking extra coolthankyou toni again anyone else that reads this need to find blaze for goddam real for all of our sakes
Interesting! I had always thought John Prine wrote it himself. As they say "That is what I get for doing my own thinking." LOL
Eventhough John Prine was much older than Toni when he passed, I would have Loved to have saw Toni and John performing as a Duo together. He was such a Great songwriter!
Great job, Blaze and John would be so proud!!!😍😍😍
All a person needs, a guitar, a song, and a glass of wine.
Extra thumbs up for the earthy voice.
It wound up being a cold brew coffee in this particular moment, but I do very much agree!
@@ToniLindgrenToni, outstanding as usual. You've probably mentioned before maybe many times, but which Martin is that? I notice it's long saddle, toner, gold butterbean likely open-back tuners, ie, not your current "everyday herringbone" - so original vintage or whatever they call their various tribute/homage/reissue models? And what strings and gauges? Mine is a c.1999 standard D-28 I've had since new, looking forward to giving it a proper 25th party next year, and it's great, but doesn't sound like this! Scalloped bracing I'm sure is part of it. The player something to do with the rest I'm sure, ha! Gorgeous guitar and performance regardless.
Absolutely deep and heartfelt emotion
You did justice to such a beautiful tortured melancholy song of Blaze Foley.
You’re certainly doing that wonderful HD-28 justice my lady. You just made my day with this performance. Thank you so much for sharing this.
Thank you Toni for paying a tribute to Mr. John. He is truely missed. Thankfully we have his music to remember him by. Well done as usual.
This is the new best version of this song.
Nice clean, crisp and clear version of John Prine's masterpiece. Nice job Toni.
John Prine's cover of Blaze Foley's original. Fabulous song.
I like this song. Learned from it by listening to John Prine's version. I like all your singing and Reina del Cid too. Greetings from Barcelona, Spain
So much talent, so much beauty,--- not possible not to love You!
Just three people should sing this song. Blaze, JP and now Toni. Your voice is heartbreakingly beautiful
Thank you Toni. Thank you!
The best song writing is story telling that is real and relatable. Thank you for introducing me to this song Toni. I am not actually from the younger generation, but I have had a huge void in my knowledge of such music. My appreciation of well done covers has gone up so much since I started following you. In a world of mega production and super concerts I greatly appreciate the pure beauty of a well played acoustic guitar accompanied by a sweet, humble voice.
Toni *nails it* -- again !
Great job Toni. That is the best rendition of that song I have ever heard. I like your playing even better than Foley's. Great singing too.
Great job on a Great song. So sad Blaze is gone and went away the way he went 🥲
The simple niceness of the setting and Toni's slightly-modified style perfectly matches her performance of the song.
The genius of Toni and Reina lies in their ability to get this kind of thing just right when their musical talent alone might seem to guarantee their success. It's a craftsmanship which many musical stars didn't seem to develop before UA-cam. It's not the best platform for _everything,_ but it is the best for this sort of thing!
What a lovely whiskey voice you have, Toni!
Wunderbare Stimme, ausdrucksstark gespielt und gesungen! Wie gut, dass es so etwas noch gibt!
das ist sehr gut(from Wisconsin USA) Ich bin in der Nähe ihres Geburtsortes aufgewachsen. viele deutsche Einwanderer
what a wonderful guitar player.
Wow, perfect playing, vocal and so cool habit with coffee cheers at first 🌹👋
Thanks for doing this compliment to Blaze. He would be crying right now. Back in the day we all knew him as that guy who always needs to borrow five bucks and a string or two. I knew him. I knew the troubled soul that shot him. I lived across the street about three doors down from where he was shot. He was so humble. He loved poetry. He persisted even though he never really made a dime from his effort. He's much larger in death than life. He would probably laugh and make self deprecating jokes about that were he here. Then he would probably get all philosophical and talk about how many better people would pass through this life and never be remembered. Then he'd pour some of his beer out in respect for the departed. He was here a short time. Knew trouble, joy, and love. And after, slept.
Thank you, Toni! I needed this.
Beautiful, friggin perfect, best performance this year by anyone anywhere.
Beautifully done Miss Toni. Made my Sunday.
Thank you Toni. Straight to the heart.
John is an American icon. One of the three kings of American folk music. The other two are Bob Dylan and Robert Hunter. They are American icons Toni, and so are you. 🫂
John Prine RIP
Robert Hunter RIP
God bless you Toni.
I love it when Toni sings!
There is nothing thar i love more than the laughs in the middle of the song
Thank you, what a delighful treat. So much talent, such humility. Thank you
Excellent cover. This is the first time I've heard Toni's voice solo. Great voice. Awesome music as always.
Loving this Toni,suits your voice,great song by the way👍🇬🇧👍