According to Aristotle, legend held that Midas died of starvation as a result of his "vain prayer" for the gold touch. Seems like an unpleasant way to go.
As a fan of John Denver and "Country Roads" I'm a little disappointed............that I've never heard this version before. I could listen to this on repeat all day. Starting to piss off the family cranking it up over the surround sound system and letting it play over and over while I rock out in a drunken stupor. My new favorite song. Done to perfection. Subbed.
I need to really focus to even hear the difference between those two as a non native speaker (vest being the Norwegian word for west might have something to do with it). Had the same with veil and whale 😅 however I do appreciate pointing it out as I like to get words as correctly as possible. Unless I of course shape the word differently on purpose to make it sound fuller/heavier or whatever. In the end unless it’s a real big “mistake” in the pronunciation I think it’s what creates that singers sound. I mean what would Metallica be without Hetfields versions of “say”, “me” and tons of others 🙃
@@SkarProductions It's fine man West Virginia is a shit hole and nobody that lives here can speak proper english anyways. They're too busy falling asleep on heroin but awesome cover man it's really the best version I have heard.I really love the warcraft stuff.
👇Get the song here👇 ►iTunes: music.apple.com/us/album/take-me-home-country-roads-single/1520527705 ►Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/7CM9XWKHdbSOxjPOHPbN4H?si=hQuFEvmVSAKvnMoZTZt-Cw ►Google Play: play.google.com/store/music/album/Skar_Take_Me_Home_Country_Roads?id=Bynxj4kkcplldsugifanmc6v7ga ►Deezer: www.deezer.com/us/album/157123092 ►Amazon: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08BX2FNF4/?tag=distrokid06-20 👇🪑Check out the awesome Fallout themed chair from Noblechairs🪑👇 www.noblechairs.com/hero-series
I grew up listening to John Denver. I never in a million years would have thought any of his songs could be made metal. This is absolutely amazing! I love it!
When I saw the thumbnail I thought "How have they desecrated a classic?", but when I started listening I kept turning the volume up. From an old East Tennessee hillbilly, I say, that was just plain and simply AWESOME!!!!
I've never heard of you before, this song randomly got recommended to me, but as a west Virginian born and raised, I can say this cover was fuckin awesome. Great job dude.
This is genuinely one of the best renditions of the songs ive ever heard, ive always envisioned writing a metal version myself, but you did it all the justice possible and I can see myself genuinely listening to this song for being more than just a cover, just an amazing song!
This brought tears of joy to my eyes. My Mother and I always loved this song, and used to sing it together. If she were here today, she would be tickled pink. Thank you Skar for this and all your awesome work!!🤘🤘
In the title it says epic metal cover. Its definitely a cover of the late John Denver song. It's metal. And damn its epic. Despite that, still an understatement on how awesome it is. Well done....when I need a pick up, this is the song I use
It's official - all my favorite UA-camrs have covered the unofficial song of my home state. Gods .. I'm so homesick, but thank you, Skar, I needed this ❤️
My Uncle used to sing the original to me. His Funeral was today. Not gonna lie, this on repeat tonight got me crying like a lil b*tch. Lifes so short. God Speed Grandma, Big Les, Uncle Lester
Man you did something amazing here. I am from WV and I have been dreaming of this song being made into exactly what you have created here. You have sincerely touched my heart.
I have a 30 minute drive to work and this song is always the song I play to get my drive going. Or once’s I can put my foot down and actually get some speed. Fantastic cover
I’m actually from the exact part of West Virginia that this song is about and so far I haven’t been able to listen to this cover without tearing up so thank you so much for reminding me of how proud I should be of my home.
This is honestly the best cover and I like it better than the original. Something about how the notes rise in the "I belong" part of the chorus literally obligates me to sing along. It's extremely satisfying.
I've discovered you some time ago but never wrote a comment, this cover is a masterpiece, i use it as ringtone on my phone! Keep on rockin' and have a great metal life. From Italy!
BRO i just realized this only has 51k views! HOW?!? I've listened to it at least a hundred times. Your covers are incredibly well done and deserve so many more views!
I loved this song may years before Fallout 76 and this is my favorite cover since the original. The strings and harmonies are fantastic, and it takes me back to my college days when every song and its brother was getting a punk cover. :D
Found your channel with your version of Daughter of the Sea and since then can't get enough of your music. Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for all the work you put into these videos. :)
This is EEEEEEPPPPPPIIIIIIIICCCCCCCCC!!!!! I've been looking for a metal version that doesnt sound like trash, I'd say skar did this song some REAL JUSTICE!!!! The late, great mr. John Denver would be proud!!! Thank you skar for this gem!!!!
Random guy (who just listened for the first time Skar cover) be like : I am happy that i grew with the original... BUT DANM THIS IS WAY MUCH BETTER ^ω^!!!! I love it !
Love the cover as always super good, and my daughter 3 years old love it she streams the youtube vid on the tv over and over we are prob up to 100+ times alredy! thank you from me and my daughter!
Been listening the whole morning on repeat mode. Perfect for motivation, office headbanging and a certain propension to want to play on a double pedal airdrum or airbass.... Damn this feels good ! Thanks Skar ! You are awesome dude !
I listen to this version every day, loved the way Skar changed the vibe ov the original song, it's Outstanding, Everithing u touch, turns to gold! I love your work, as a player and a metalhead.
I know i'm a little late to this but as a West Virginia I can definitely say that I absolutely love this version of the song. So much so that it has actually swapped with Denver's song in my playlist heh, but great job Skar. I may have only recently come to become a big fan of yours but I love the work, keep it up man! :)
Skar is a total bad ass.. never fails to bring the best.. that being said.. Where is the Final Fantasy 7 One Winged Angel cover??? its about time Brother!!!!
How does a song about a geographical location that I've never visited and sung in a slightly foreign accent make me nostalgic for something I've never experienced? This cover is fucking excellent, my man! 👍👍👍
I'm a trucker and when i used to run the East coast, I'd play this song every time i crossed the border into West Virginia lol if you've never been i absolutely don't recommend it in a semi truck. West Virginia is a very beautiful state but all those Eastern states have tiny ass roads thats terrifying to truck down.
Dear god, I listened to your song and fell in love with it instantly ...then, as usual, I went to go listen to the original since Im no country guy at all and didnt know it ...and fell asleep on it. So good job, great cover and keep it up! I love your work!
Found this video through an RT Game video and it's OUTSTANDING.
same
Same
The anime op used at the end of the season/game be like.
Same here!
same
Petition for you to change your channel name to Midas Productions, because every song you touch turns to gold \m/
holy shit that's PERFECT
Agreed
I'd sign that shit in an instant!
Nice, thats quite original :D
According to Aristotle, legend held that Midas died of starvation as a result of his "vain prayer" for the gold touch.
Seems like an unpleasant way to go.
Skar never disappoints with his covers. He always finds a way to give a song that extra "OOMPF" that gives it something special. LOVE IT!
I'm sure he could take any song out there and make it awesome!
Yep very well rounded musician and singer. Great content. Just wish he would do more.
@@nokta7373 So do I man.. So do I
Your'e god damn right!
A UFC fighter just used this as his walkout song. Amazing.
Sure did!
Cool! Who was it?
Who was it?
That’s awesome. Who was it?
Common dude, you can't just not tell us who used it!
If they don’t play this at my funeral…. I ain’t goin!!!
Hell Yeah 🤘🏻💯🍻
"Ya know, they used to call me the drift king back in college"
As a West Virginian, I can say this fucking ROCKS
So wanna visit one day!
It's got some beautiful sights. Some of the best mountains you'll ever see! Love your videos man! Keep up the good work!!
@@kennyblankenship5472 don't forget the shenendoah river? :D
@@SkarProductions, you'd be more than welcome, especially after the above. You killed it, in the best possible way.
As a West Virginian I second the previous comment
I have 1 year old triplets and they fall asleep to john denver every night, it's the only thing they like. Thank you for the updated version.
@@UberNoodle This is advanced comedy.
As a fan of John Denver and "Country Roads" I'm a little disappointed............that I've never heard this version before. I could listen to this on repeat all day. Starting to piss off the family cranking it up over the surround sound system and letting it play over and over while I rock out in a drunken stupor. My new favorite song. Done to perfection. Subbed.
Song that might play when five million meteors strike in one single place within two minutes
John Denver is bangin' his head in appreciation in the hereafter. Simply STUNNING cover of this classic iconic tune, as per usual.
unironically love the way you say "west" as "vest" ;)
Since you pointed this out, I cannot unhear it xD
Noticed this as well. The way he pronounces some vowels and his "s" and "th" somehow makes me like his covers even more. Dunno why, I find it unique.
I need to really focus to even hear the difference between those two as a non native speaker (vest being the Norwegian word for west might have something to do with it). Had the same with veil and whale 😅 however I do appreciate pointing it out as I like to get words as correctly as possible. Unless I of course shape the word differently on purpose to make it sound fuller/heavier or whatever.
In the end unless it’s a real big “mistake” in the pronunciation I think it’s what creates that singers sound. I mean what would Metallica be without Hetfields versions of “say”, “me” and tons of others 🙃
@@SkarProductions It's fine man West Virginia is a shit hole and nobody that lives here can speak proper english anyways. They're too busy falling asleep on heroin but awesome cover man it's really the best version I have heard.I really love the warcraft stuff.
@@deadfordays you gonna get some trouble if west virginians see that xD
👇Get the song here👇
►iTunes:
music.apple.com/us/album/take-me-home-country-roads-single/1520527705
►Spotify:
open.spotify.com/track/7CM9XWKHdbSOxjPOHPbN4H?si=hQuFEvmVSAKvnMoZTZt-Cw
►Google Play:
play.google.com/store/music/album/Skar_Take_Me_Home_Country_Roads?id=Bynxj4kkcplldsugifanmc6v7ga
►Deezer:
www.deezer.com/us/album/157123092
►Amazon: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08BX2FNF4/?tag=distrokid06-20
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Epic.....
I'm a west virginian metal head and I approve of this major improvement
The nuke at the end !! So rad
Not enough rads... 😜
Skar kicks ass.
THAT KEY CHANGE?! AWESOME.
Haha! Pure cheesyness all the way with the modulation ^^
Me: I don't like country music...
Me after this video: TAKE ME HOOOMMMMEE COUNTRY ROADSSSS
I grew up listening to John Denver. I never in a million years would have thought any of his songs could be made metal. This is absolutely amazing! I love it!
HOLY CRAP!! I've listened to a LOT of covers of this song, and this is absolutely THE BEST version I've ever had the pleasure of listening to.
When I saw the thumbnail I thought "How have they desecrated a classic?", but when I started listening I kept turning the volume up. From an old East Tennessee hillbilly, I say, that was just plain and simply AWESOME!!!!
I was just listening to this and now Skar does his cover? Friggin' amazing man. You never cease to amaze.
I was just listening to Jonathan Antoine singing it and now this. Both VERY different styles but both great covers.
I've never heard of you before, this song randomly got recommended to me, but as a west Virginian born and raised, I can say this cover was fuckin awesome. Great job dude.
Dude this has got to be the greatest version of this song i have ever heard in my entire life and i'm 51 WOW I LOVE THIS SONG You rock SKAR !!!!!!
This is genuinely one of the best renditions of the songs ive ever heard, ive always envisioned writing a metal version myself, but you did it all the justice possible and I can see myself genuinely listening to this song for being more than just a cover, just an amazing song!
This brought tears of joy to my eyes. My Mother and I always loved this song, and used to sing it together. If she were here today, she would be tickled pink. Thank you Skar for this and all your awesome work!!🤘🤘
Hearing this song gives me the feeling of freedom for some reason. It’s one of many that make me happy.
Man! What a great job. Right on for metalizing this classic tune respectfully 😎🤘🏻
i was skeptical when i read the title... i should have kept my faith in your epic ability to make any metal cover absolutely magical.
This song always reminded me of my DAD!! He's been gone a long time, and he was "METAL"!! Thank you for this!!
In the title it says epic metal cover.
Its definitely a cover of the late John Denver song.
It's metal.
And damn its epic.
Despite that, still an understatement on how awesome it is. Well done....when I need a pick up, this is the song I use
2:50 thank you so much for the galloping chorus I needed that more than you may ever know idk why Leo missed it
It's official - all my favorite UA-camrs have covered the unofficial song of my home state. Gods .. I'm so homesick, but thank you, Skar, I needed this ❤️
I wasn't sure if it was really power metal, then I got to 2:34. Well done metal brother!
This song is permanently on my “get pumped for life” mix. Thank you for making my day that little bit better. Cheers mate.
I'm 55, old enough to remember this tune being all over mainstream radio. I think John Denver would have loved this cover. I know I do.
My Uncle used to sing the original to me. His Funeral was today. Not gonna lie, this on repeat tonight got me crying like a lil b*tch. Lifes so short. God Speed Grandma, Big Les, Uncle Lester
This is now on my workout list. It fits so well. Energy boost and always gives a smile on my face, even during dead lifts 😅
My all time favorite song… the drums in this kills it! Love it!
Man you did something amazing here. I am from WV and I have been dreaming of this song being made into exactly what you have created here. You have sincerely touched my heart.
I have a 30 minute drive to work and this song is always the song I play to get my drive going. Or once’s I can put my foot down and actually get some speed. Fantastic cover
I’m actually from the exact part of West Virginia that this song is about and so far I haven’t been able to listen to this cover without tearing up so thank you so much for reminding me of how proud I should be of my home.
Ah panhandle of wv nice I'm from parsons wv
WTFK man, you gainned an inscrit because this music. best version that i heard.
Now that's a Fantastic rendition of "Country Roads"!
Great Job Man!!
Keep up the good work!!!
This is honestly the best cover and I like it better than the original. Something about how the notes rise in the "I belong" part of the chorus literally obligates me to sing along. It's extremely satisfying.
You know what never changes? You're ability to fucking rock. Don't stop Skar. Never stop.
I've discovered you some time ago but never wrote a comment, this cover is a masterpiece, i use it as ringtone on my phone!
Keep on rockin' and have a great metal life.
From Italy!
Never heard a better version of this song - and that's FACT! Simply amazing!
BRO i just realized this only has 51k views! HOW?!? I've listened to it at least a hundred times. Your covers are incredibly well done and deserve so many more views!
Freaking awesome! I've been obsessing over this song for 2 weeks now. Still not tired of it. :) would love to hear more country covers!
I... I didn't know i NEEDED a metal cover of this song til today..... I got chills down my spine listening to this
Well gotta say you made this West Virginian very proud!! Singing along at the top of my lungs!!! Keep it up 👍👍👍
I loved this song may years before Fallout 76 and this is my favorite cover since the original. The strings and harmonies are fantastic, and it takes me back to my college days when every song and its brother was getting a punk cover. :D
Found your channel with your version of Daughter of the Sea and since then can't get enough of your music. Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for all the work you put into these videos. :)
Epic is an understatement, John Denver gotta be rockin to this wearing a huge smile.
Best cover of this classic Ever.
I had no idea I needed this until I heard it. Aaaaand now it's in my iTunes library.
90% of your covers are on my spotify playlist and I just added another... Thank you.
As an Appalachian native, this hits me hard man. THIS IS AWESOME
Hallöchen! Ich komme zwar nicht aus den USA, aber durch deine Version von Country Roads, bekomme ich Heimatgefühle!
I see no one is going to praise the kick ass string-skipping you did to build the melody. So I will. You fucking rock, Skar. Skål!
My family lived in West Virginia for generations before moving to North Carolina 😍 love this so much!!!!
Best cover since Me First and the Gimme Gimmes! Love that its not chuggy and you use clean vocals. Excellent arrangement and performance. Love it!
This is EEEEEEPPPPPPIIIIIIIICCCCCCCCC!!!!! I've been looking for a metal version that doesnt sound like trash, I'd say skar did this song some REAL JUSTICE!!!! The late, great mr. John Denver would be proud!!! Thank you skar for this gem!!!!
I was hesitant that this would sound good, and wow, you blew me away with this epic cover!! You have my sub!
5 seconds and im sold! Excelent rendition.!!!!!
I’m hearing some Equilibrium influence, especially at 1:53 . I love it!
That’s because Rene is making the orchestra/synth parts for my covers now :)
@@SkarProductions That's awesome! :D
This is still one of my all-time favorites of yours! I'd love to hear more Fallout covers!
This cover deserves at least 100 times more views. Truely epic stuff!!
When I saw the title I got excited by the gods you did WV proud!! Thank you so so much!
This is awesome. He does so many cool little fills. That little descending lick @ 1:36 is rad.
As someone who listens to everything from John Denver to metal, this was epic!
It's cool to see another shade of this song! Never would have thought about mixing it with fallout... hahah it fits!
Seeing as the song was used as a theme song for fallout 76 it’s not that weird 😅
@@SkarProductions Yea, it's not. But I've never associated this song with the Fallout concept.
SUPERB cover, Skar! Love it!! Really fixes a gloomy mood, easily! Thanks!
Love your shit bro!!! I refuse to listen to any other metal covers now man, your style is so sick
Random guy (who just listened for the first time Skar cover) be like : I am happy that i grew with the original... BUT DANM THIS IS WAY MUCH BETTER ^ω^!!!! I love it !
Love the cover as always super good, and my daughter 3 years old love it she streams the youtube vid on the tv over and over we are prob up to 100+ times alredy! thank you from me and my daughter!
This is serioulsy my favorite metal songs of the past few weeks! So good 10/10!
one of my favorite song with the energy of power metal : This epic !!!! Thanks so much
Skar Productions always have to check it out haven't been disappointed yet keep up the good work thanks
Been listening the whole morning on repeat mode. Perfect for motivation, office headbanging and a certain propension to want to play on a double pedal airdrum or airbass....
Damn this feels good !
Thanks Skar ! You are awesome dude !
2:50 - 3:17 is melodically beautiful I love it
I love your version & I love the energy
Just found your video and can't stop listening this, pure awesomeness!
Man, I can't stop listening to this! You are awesome!
WVU needs to adopt this version of the song! I was weeping with joy after hearing this. Thanks! ❤️
I listen to this version every day, loved the way Skar changed the vibe ov the original song, it's Outstanding, Everithing u touch, turns to gold! I love your work, as a player and a metalhead.
SKAR! YOU MADE THIS HEAVENLY GLORIOUS
I am in heaven when i listen skar..... Always. Amazing!!!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘
I know i'm a little late to this but as a West Virginia I can definitely say that I absolutely love this version of the song.
So much so that it has actually swapped with Denver's song in my playlist heh, but great job Skar. I may have only recently come to become a big fan of yours but I love the work, keep it up man! :)
Skar is a total bad ass.. never fails to bring the best.. that being said.. Where is the Final Fantasy 7 One Winged Angel cover??? its about time Brother!!!!
Love the original by John Denver and now this as well, this rocks.
Oh, for those people who think metal is totally not rock, this cover metals
I mean, metals come from metal ores, which are basically rocks...
@@Meshakhad true,never thought of it that way… Thanks for enlightening me 😂
0:49 DOOR LOOK OUT OH NO HES GOT AIRPODS OH NO
You're great at sounding genuinely emotional in these videos. When you say "to the place I belong West Virginia," you really sound like you mean it.
Stumbled upon this cover by accident, so glad I did.
How does a song about a geographical location that I've never visited and sung in a slightly foreign accent make me nostalgic for something I've never experienced? This cover is fucking excellent, my man! 👍👍👍
I'm a trucker and when i used to run the East coast, I'd play this song every time i crossed the border into West Virginia lol if you've never been i absolutely don't recommend it in a semi truck. West Virginia is a very beautiful state but all those Eastern states have tiny ass roads thats terrifying to truck down.
If i could sing and play guitar i would want to sound like this. Bravo
Dear god, I listened to your song and fell in love with it instantly ...then, as usual, I went to go listen to the original since Im no country guy at all and didnt know it ...and fell asleep on it. So good job, great cover and keep it up! I love your work!
Great! Better than original, i think :)
Didn't see this one coming, but boy did he knock it out of the park! Fantastic rendition Skar!
This verion is very good, thank you. Tusen takk!
This is by far the best Cover i've ever heard