I remember playing this song with my old friend Ernie Hagar. Ernie introduced me to Buddy and Bobby Black at the steel convention at the MGM Reno way back. Buddy was hands down the best.
When I heard this for the first time at the intro I thought it was a Miles Davis cover. I guess this is what genius sounds like. Rest in peace Buddy, you were a master and your legacy continues.
IMHO Buddy Emmons is the greatest musician that has EVER lived. I include those YET UNBORN. And the best of all, he chose as his instrument; the most beautiful instrument EVER. And that includes those yet UN BORN.
Well the original would be "Sho-Bud's". Later of course when Ron Lashley Sr (Original owner and president of Emmons Guitar) asked Buddy to help him design a PSG; that would not be built in a back garage; and it would be a pedal steel guitar that ALL others would try to mimic. Thankfully, they achieved that noble goal. Praise Jesus. Often mimicked, but never equaled! It's (Emmons' "Push-Pulls") sound is the finest sound to ever come out of an amp; AFTER the pre-war Rick "bakelites" that Jerry Byrd brought to fame in the 40'S and 50's. The second best sound is the Emmons' LeGrandes. Not quite as good as the P/P's, but second only to it; although a much better designed PSG, when it comes it's mechanical engineering.. Incidentally: Jerry was Buddy's musical "idol". Buddy believe; as many of us do; that Jerry Byrd was the greatest. Little did Buddy know that he one day would be even greater. Oh indeed yes. May Jesus rest both of their precious souls. I am blessed to have been friends of both of them. Praise Jesus.
pat dee ...The Emmons push-pull models from 1964-1967 are the most desirable and are steadily increasing in value. They still set the benchmark for tonal characteristics to this day. I have found the LeGrande models to vary widely, though I never heard a bad one. The red LeGrande that Herby Wallace played for a while was a tone monster, so was the blonde one that I saw Buddy Emmons play when I attended one of his concerts with Jeff Newman back in 1983. Buddy was still a vibrant young fellow back then. It almost feels like I just saw him yesterday. I was shocked when I got news of his passing two years ago. I miss Jeff, also. Probably the greatest teacher ever of this wonderful instrument. Of the LeGrandes, the ones with the long keyhead seem to sustain the best. I play a D-10 EMCI welded body, and is the closest I have come to that push-pull sound in an all-pull guitar. Buddy Emmons even played one for a while. Now, if I could play 10% as good as Buddy Emmons, I would be very happy!
I was lucky enough to acquire a black '66 push-pull. It was in bad shape but my good friend Charlie McVay restored it to its original glory along with a few improvements that minimize the slop in the pedals and levers. I also replaced the single-coil pickups with a pair of Bill Lawrence pickups so to eliminate the AC hum from all the bad power I encounter. Of course I kept the originals. I use this axe for gigs but have a LeGrande II coming. The only drawback with the '66 is its way too heavy for this old fart to carry around. I always get complements from sound guys about how awesome this guitar sounds. Once I get the LeGrande the '66 won't leave the house unless I need to do a studio gig. And no, I don't want to sell it lol ;).
This man created his own Pedal Steel Guitar, hence the Emmons Pedal Steel Guitar. He was the true master of Pedal Steel, any type of music not just country, tho that was his bread and butter. He recorded with many top country music artists.
Jimmy Day Plays a Blonde "Sho Bud" Steel Crafted by the incomparable Buddy Emmons in a 1977 TV Duet of Willie & Miss Tracey Nelson on "After The Fire Is Gone."🎼🎵🎶💃🎸B.W.
Buddy Did so much more for the PSG, than just play the instrument. He was the instrument. Lucky to have seen him in the UK, many years ago, with the Everly's and Albert Lee. JR (UK)
Indeed it is pretty. The live versions that can be found on UA-cam fail to capture the Oriental piano feel. I feel this version is the best I've heard. AND I believe that Buddy wrote this at age 14. HOWEVER that would be in 1951 and I'm not sure pedal steel dates back that far. Sure lap steel and consoles do, but with pedals?????? I'm sure someone with more knowledge can help me out. Still a beautiful tune....whenever he wrote it. RIP Buddy.
enyafreak2007 It's on Buddy's own label enyafreak - ELP1001.You might be able to buy it on E-Bay. It was made in the late 60's or early 70's I think. It must be 40 years since I bought my copy now! It is a great album although very short in length sadly. Blue Jade is a self composed masterpiece.Very beautiful, as are his interpretations of Greensleeves and Danny Boy, also on this album.
astounded by the beauty of this, and the godlike playing of all involved
Mr. Buddy Emmons....just listen...the best ever.
I remember playing this song with my old friend Ernie Hagar. Ernie introduced me to Buddy and Bobby Black at the steel convention at the MGM Reno way back. Buddy was hands down the best.
each time I listen to this it's like the first time I ever heard it, RIP Buddy, thanks for the journey you shared with us.
tony prior ...The Big "E"...often imitated, NEVER duplicated!
Beautiful performance by the King of steel!!
The best ever ..long live the music of the Big E ..you are truly missed
Beautiful beyond words!
Can barely listen to this tonight. So heartfelt. RIP Buddy.
This is by far the best sh*t I've heard in a long period.
The great Buddy Emmons!
When I heard this for the first time at the intro I thought it was a Miles Davis cover. I guess this is what genius sounds like. Rest in peace Buddy, you were a master and your legacy continues.
So glad I got to see him a few times with the Everlys in the 80s. This song evokes deep memories even if it's your 1st time listening.❤
What a great way to put it, and so so true.
I have this on 7" vinyl on the Emmons label. It took me a decade and a half to find a copy. I would have happily waited twice as long.
Nobody can play like Buddy did. Buddy had the tone, touch, emotion and showmanship. One of my heroes for sure.
Best steele guitar player to ever play Rest In Peace.
02/11/2021 I love Buddy Emmons. Thank you Don
Very beautiful.
IMHO Buddy Emmons is the greatest musician that has EVER lived. I include those YET UNBORN.
And the best of all, he chose as his instrument; the most beautiful instrument EVER. And that includes those yet UN BORN.
pat dee ...The original design Emmons pedal steel guitars are still today, "The Stradivarius of Steel Guitars".
Well the original would be "Sho-Bud's". Later of course when Ron Lashley Sr (Original owner and president of Emmons Guitar) asked Buddy to help him design a PSG; that would not be built in a back garage; and it would be a pedal steel guitar that ALL others would try to mimic. Thankfully, they achieved that noble goal. Praise Jesus.
Often mimicked, but never equaled!
It's (Emmons' "Push-Pulls") sound is the finest sound to ever come out of an amp; AFTER the pre-war Rick "bakelites" that Jerry Byrd brought to fame in the 40'S and 50's. The second best sound is the Emmons' LeGrandes. Not quite as good as the P/P's, but second only to it; although a much better designed PSG, when it comes it's mechanical engineering..
Incidentally: Jerry was Buddy's musical "idol". Buddy believe; as many of us do; that Jerry Byrd was the greatest. Little did Buddy know that he one day would be even greater. Oh indeed yes.
May Jesus rest both of their precious souls. I am blessed to have been friends of both of them. Praise Jesus.
pat dee ...The Emmons push-pull models from 1964-1967 are the most desirable and are steadily increasing in value. They still set the benchmark for tonal characteristics to this day. I have found the LeGrande models to vary widely, though I never heard a bad one. The red LeGrande that Herby Wallace played for a while was a tone monster, so was the blonde one that I saw Buddy Emmons play when I attended one of his concerts with Jeff Newman back in 1983. Buddy was still a vibrant young fellow back then. It almost feels like I just saw him yesterday. I was shocked when I got news of his passing two years ago. I miss Jeff, also. Probably the greatest teacher ever of this wonderful instrument.
Of the LeGrandes, the ones with the long keyhead seem to sustain the best.
I play a D-10 EMCI welded body, and is the closest I have come to that push-pull sound in an all-pull guitar. Buddy Emmons even played one for a while.
Now, if I could play 10% as good as Buddy Emmons, I would be very happy!
I was lucky enough to acquire a black '66 push-pull. It was in bad shape but my good friend Charlie McVay restored it to its original glory along with a few improvements that minimize the slop in the pedals and levers. I also replaced the single-coil pickups with a pair of Bill Lawrence pickups so to eliminate the AC hum from all the bad power I encounter. Of course I kept the originals. I use this axe for gigs but have a LeGrande II coming. The only drawback with the '66 is its way too heavy for this old fart to carry around. I always get complements from sound guys about how awesome this guitar sounds. Once I get the LeGrande the '66 won't leave the house unless I need to do a studio gig. And no, I don't want to sell it lol ;).
This man created his own Pedal Steel Guitar, hence the Emmons Pedal Steel Guitar. He was the true master of Pedal Steel, any type of music not just country, tho that was his bread and butter. He recorded with many top country music artists.
Jimmy Day Plays a Blonde "Sho Bud" Steel Crafted by the incomparable Buddy Emmons in a 1977 TV Duet of Willie & Miss Tracey Nelson on "After The Fire Is Gone."🎼🎵🎶💃🎸B.W.
Absolutely beautiful piece of music
How is this album not available on CD? One of the masters.
I have/had this album and use to close out Sunday night by listening to it over and over >>> Then tried playing it on the job >>>
One of my favorite albums
This is so beautiful
Beautiful
Buddy Did so much more for the PSG, than just play the instrument. He was the instrument. Lucky to have seen him in the UK, many years ago, with the Everly's and Albert Lee. JR (UK)
Así es que es!!!
I'm dying to get my hands on a digital version (or any version) of this album... @Evan Kasper, can you or anyone else on here help me???
Master Robert"Bob"Chaney.RIP Sir. :) He Liked this tune.Very nice
No drums on this song, Buddy went ahead anyway. It is one of his most popular songs among pedal steel players.
No drums needed... maybe chimes or something small
Drums suck.
so pretttttty
Indeed it is pretty. The live versions that can be found on UA-cam fail to capture the Oriental piano feel. I feel this version is the best I've heard. AND I believe that Buddy wrote this at age 14. HOWEVER that would be in 1951 and I'm not sure pedal steel dates back that far. Sure lap steel and consoles do, but with pedals?????? I'm sure someone with more knowledge can help me out. Still a beautiful tune....whenever he wrote it. RIP Buddy.
What Emmons album is this from?
enyafreak2007 It's on Buddy's own label enyafreak - ELP1001.You might be able to buy it on E-Bay. It was made in the late 60's or early 70's I think. It must be 40 years since I bought my copy now! It is a great album although very short in length sadly. Blue Jade is a self composed masterpiece.Very beautiful, as are his interpretations of Greensleeves and Danny Boy, also on this album.
Kiki brought me here
MushyRigushy That mix was real good
What mix? Can you post a link?
que bonita
ok.
i feel like im in an elevator eating pineapple glazed ham. no offensive.