Lynyrd Skynyrd's "THE BALLAD OF CURTIS LOEW" • Fingerstyle Slide Guitar Cover

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  • @justinjohnsonlive
    @justinjohnsonlive  3 роки тому +16

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

    • @patrickshannon4516
      @patrickshannon4516 3 роки тому +2

      Your the best Justin Johnson i love this shit man really puts me in a good mood

    • @schneidp20
      @schneidp20 2 роки тому

      "tabs" is an understatement. From the downloads I've gotten so far these are a music scores with tabs.

    • @jamesrogers6260
      @jamesrogers6260 Рік тому

      10bux. Oof. Better be good!

  • @sbw1794
    @sbw1794 3 роки тому +222

    Any time Justin Johnson is sliding on a resinator, your soul shines a little brighter and peaceful smile comes across you face and the day has instantly become better!🤘🍻❤

    • @mulgerbill
      @mulgerbill 3 роки тому +5

      Came here to say that but I don't have that glorious turn of phrase, have an amazing day :)

    • @sbw1794
      @sbw1794 3 роки тому +2

      @@mulgerbill 🤘🍻

    • @ITSALLGOOD5313
      @ITSALLGOOD5313 3 роки тому +1

      Perfect description!

    • @keithfarrington8179
      @keithfarrington8179 3 роки тому +1

      agreed, with this one however kudos must go to mr allen collins and mr ronnie vanzant. well done justin

    • @travisvanalst4698
      @travisvanalst4698 Рік тому

      Not so much a smile, but just peace.

  • @SRVandDtrouble
    @SRVandDtrouble 3 роки тому +152

    This is one of my Skynyrd favs you sir were born to play this and the blues just like old Curtis.

    • @justinbarber881
      @justinbarber881 3 роки тому +7

      One of favorites too all I did is read the tittle and was like “ this is gonna be good “.And his guitar choice was one of my favorites too

    • @robdonell9915
      @robdonell9915 3 роки тому

      @@justinbarber881 Howdy, superb from start to ending. I’m just an observer, still curious, what tuning ?

    • @patrickshannon4516
      @patrickshannon4516 6 місяців тому

      ​@@robdonell9915Justin's Beaver... LoL

  • @Stephen_M.
    @Stephen_M. Рік тому +8

    "Cuz Curtis Lowe was the finest picker, to ever play the blues"
    I love that I can hear every word as you play!
    Your arrangements are off the charts!
    Thank you!

    • @zoramirez-jv9hj
      @zoramirez-jv9hj 11 місяців тому +1

      Maybe this guy is the finest cuz Curtis Lowe couldn’t do this shi

  • @PozerAdultRacingTeam
    @PozerAdultRacingTeam 3 роки тому +59

    One of the finest pickers to ever play the blues. Yep that's you.

  • @tonyshiflet2391
    @tonyshiflet2391 3 роки тому +21

    It’s hot. It’s humid. Sweat rolling down my face. Sitting in the shade drinking some good ole sweet tea and listening to this watching the clouds drift over an open field. Thanks brother.

  • @sunking2001
    @sunking2001 7 місяців тому +5

    I'm a huge Skynyrd fan. I've seen the ORIGINAL band three times before the tragedy. This tune is a true classic in every way and Justin shows what a masterpiece it is.

  • @carriefroman2302
    @carriefroman2302 3 роки тому +9

    Lawd lawd lawdy.... gives me chills and takes me way back.. thank God someone's keeping real music on planet earth

  • @janrandles8683
    @janrandles8683 3 роки тому +67

    As I struggle to learn slide, it amazes me to watch you make it look and sound so effortless. A true Master of the Art! 💜

    • @EricRosemusic
      @EricRosemusic 3 роки тому +2

      I’m trying to learn too, I’m god awful terrible. Justin plays it look marvelously effortlessly.

    • @peterhutchinson3424
      @peterhutchinson3424 3 роки тому +4

      His teaching is awesome, go to his store and learn how to do it right the first time. Better yet join the Patreon and watch him work dings like this out in front you. It is truly amazing.

    • @BlondieG63
      @BlondieG63 3 роки тому +1

      I’ve got a shovel guitar and I’m struggling, too. Any tips, friends? I joined the JJ ARMY as a Patreon, as well. I’ve been mesmerized by ‘The Wizard’ since 2016 and ‘Crankin It Up’. 😵‍💫

    • @peterhutchinson3424
      @peterhutchinson3424 3 роки тому +5

      @@BlondieG63 during his teaching you will notice he constantly uses one word, practice!
      Equally I have accepted the fact that I do not have enough practice years in my life left to even get close saying "I can play this tune just like Justin".
      That's pretty much like saying your a surgeon because you can put on a bandaid.
      I also learned what woodshedding is.😎
      Slow and steady wins the race.

    • @janrandles8683
      @janrandles8683 3 роки тому +1

      @@peterhutchinson3424 Wish I lived close enough to go. It is on my list next time I am in Nashville. Have both his slide and fingerpicking lessons on DVD though. He is a very good teacher too!! What a package he is 😉!

  • @KelliJGreen
    @KelliJGreen 2 роки тому +3

    This guy makes the world better.

  • @celticfury7328
    @celticfury7328 3 роки тому +31

    Wow, just felt Ronnie's spirit crooning the words right along with this soulfully swampy bit of brilliance... you're too good at sending happy chills and goosebumps up 'n down my spine, Justin!

  • @lennvilledobbins5108
    @lennvilledobbins5108 3 роки тому +4

    Brother you picked my favorite Skynard song of all time! The Ballad of Curtis Loewe is a b-side secret not too many people know about. Great work.

  • @elizabethcramer3741
    @elizabethcramer3741 3 роки тому +14

    One of my favorite songs by Lynard Skynard ! Great rendition ♥️♥️

  • @annewonders9865
    @annewonders9865 3 роки тому +1

    my fav song

  • @dracul74
    @dracul74 3 роки тому +11

    It’s so refreshing to see all these videos done (masterfully) in 1 take. Was just wondering to a buddy if anyone can actually play full songs anymore , lol.

  • @name_less7687
    @name_less7687 3 роки тому +3

    Possibly my favorite song of all time here.

  • @patrickshannon4516
    @patrickshannon4516 Рік тому +2

    Listen you guys this guy is better than anyone nobody will ever surpass him nobody will and nobody will ever even come close

  • @BlondieG63
    @BlondieG63 3 роки тому +4

    I love the mystery resonator!! It’s got some kind of magical connection with Justin and it’s always incredible when he plays it!!

  • @daveh5635
    @daveh5635 3 роки тому +88

    Headline:” Previously unknown guitar picker from Upland hits the big time and wows audiences worldwide with his incredible skills!”

    • @Arapaima396
      @Arapaima396 3 роки тому +6

      Music is everywhere, known or unknown, ya dig?

    • @MrMechen
      @MrMechen 3 роки тому +7

      Unknown to you maybe lol

    • @skatetodeath666
      @skatetodeath666 3 роки тому +1

      @@Arapaima396 awe yeahhhh I dig

    • @authenticchristianityminis4109
      @authenticchristianityminis4109 3 роки тому +2

      Amen

    • @heynow2302
      @heynow2302 3 роки тому +5

      Is a wonderful difference without the lyrics. and he does it so beautifully well too. Lovin it. Thanks for the share of this . :-)

  • @patrickshannon4516
    @patrickshannon4516 2 роки тому +1

    And to think this guy makes it look so easy is beyond me.

  • @robertbroom6032
    @robertbroom6032 3 роки тому +3

    The finest picker to ever play the blues 👌

  • @janefoxguitars6061
    @janefoxguitars6061 3 роки тому +11

    Damn, I don't know what to say. That may be the best version of that song I've ever heard.

  • @1372eatapeach
    @1372eatapeach 3 роки тому +7

    Probably my favorite Skynard tune. Well done Justin !!

    • @OysterBoyo
      @OysterBoyo 3 роки тому +1

      Yeah, The Ballad Of Curtis Loew is one of the best song ever made, not only one of the best Skinner songs.
      It's sad that nowdays, especially the young (like me) see Lynyrd Skynyrd as "ahah swet home albania incest ahah to foonny", 'cause I don't really like post incident LS, they were all hyper talented musicians, but at the time they already had lost Ed King, one of the best guitarist players of all time, due to Ronnie problem with alcohol while on tour, and even if as I said they were all super talented musicians, Ronnie was the force that drove them, Ronnie was a real leader and without him it's not the same, I don't really like the "new" Lynyrd Skynyrd, original were just different and unique, they could have got as big as the Stones probably, it wasn't just amazing southern rock, it was amazing rock, and not only that.
      Anyway as I was saying, it's sad that young people now see Lynyrd Skynyrd as a meme and yeah I've made some jokes too in my life, but God I'd love if young people who are into rock will give a serious listen to og Lynyrd Skynyrd, they're just too good not to listen at least to their debut album at least once in your life, living a life without having listened to Gimme Three Steps means you have wasted your life lol.

  • @gerthengeveld1645
    @gerthengeveld1645 4 місяці тому +1

    STUNNING

  • @LoneWolf-McWeed
    @LoneWolf-McWeed 3 роки тому +57

    Curtis may have been the finest picker to ever play the blues... until this cat came along!!
    I love how you sing with your left hand Justin. Spot on cover👍🏻👍🏻

  • @janrandles8683
    @janrandles8683 3 роки тому +2

    Good morning Justin! Thanks for a great start to the day.

  • @ravenwood7777
    @ravenwood7777 3 роки тому +1

    Brought a tear to my eye....

  • @philkonestos2837
    @philkonestos2837 3 роки тому +27

    You know that you influence people around the globe right?
    A friend of mine and me are just getting into slide stuff, mainly because of you.
    Greetings from Germany 🤘

    • @billythomas1708
      @billythomas1708 3 роки тому +1

      He has that affect on people to make them believe in themselves and do things that they normally wouldn’t do I agree so I hope your slight work ends up like Justins and I would like to hear it keep it mate 🎸🔥

    • @philkonestos2837
      @philkonestos2837 3 роки тому +1

      @@billythomas1708 yes that's true. He's one of those who mastered their stuff, without that stuff seeming unreachable, very rare.
      Well if you want to laugh, you can find my first slide attempt ever on my channel.
      But I have to warn you, it's not very good. Still I want to keep the video to always remember how bad it was when I started out, because I am sure that I can improve.

    • @Cws351
      @Cws351 3 роки тому +2

      guten morgen meine freunde

    • @philkonestos2837
      @philkonestos2837 3 роки тому +1

      @@Cws351 hier ist schon Abend mein Bester :)

    • @Worlds_Worst_Guitarist
      @Worlds_Worst_Guitarist 3 роки тому +1

      Das liegt aber auch daran, das in D diese Musik gar nicht gefragt ist und es kaum Interesse dafür gibt. Ich kenn nicht einen einzigen Gitarristen hier, der solche "Swamp-Blues" Sachen spielt, leider.

  • @RainbowChipWishes
    @RainbowChipWishes 3 роки тому +1

    Absolute perfection

  • @jamiehoule7667
    @jamiehoule7667 3 роки тому +1

    One of my favorite Skynyrd songs. Thanks Mr. Johnson! Made my day! F'n awesome!

  • @oldguy5381
    @oldguy5381 3 роки тому +2

    One of my all time favorite tunes. Clap my hands, stomp my trying to stay in time. You did good. Thanks

  • @Sidetrakn
    @Sidetrakn 3 роки тому +11

    Man… you just made my day! My favorite Skynyrd tune. Takes me back to a childhood memory growing up in FL. As always… thanks for what you do.

  • @ripsaltydog1750
    @ripsaltydog1750 3 роки тому +1

    It's the right hand that makes him a god, I can almost follow the left hand

  • @vincegrant3450
    @vincegrant3450 3 роки тому +3

    Sliding my blues away. 🙏❤️

  • @atiredfloridian777
    @atiredfloridian777 3 роки тому +1

    Oh, as soon as those first notes hit... Oooooh, absolute heaven

  • @robinemery
    @robinemery 3 роки тому +1

    I really enjoy waking up to your videos ❤️

  • @stuman1159
    @stuman1159 3 роки тому

    you did that song justice... one of my Skynyrd favorites

  • @Mo11y666
    @Mo11y666 3 роки тому +5

    I love getting to hear songs played out of this mystery resonator. Always such a treat and such a pretty guitar to look at while you make it sing. Thanks again. 😊

  • @DorothyOzmaLover
    @DorothyOzmaLover 3 роки тому +5

    Ooh such passionate and heartfelt playing that inspires me as a guitarist since you play so melodically and make those notes sing from your skilled touch.

  • @marktelin5240
    @marktelin5240 3 роки тому +1

    Yeah, I could listen to that all day, thanks so much!!

  • @lindaschilling6850
    @lindaschilling6850 3 роки тому +4

    One of my very favorite songs 🎵 Thank you JJ for all the Great Music you have shared with us ♥️

  • @martywright1979
    @martywright1979 3 роки тому

    Man you just love that mystery resonator. I do to. Has the sweetest sounds

  • @lindamikesell2442
    @lindamikesell2442 3 роки тому +2

    I've heard this played by different artists. I have to say, this one is the best I have ever heard.

  • @brucehanover890
    @brucehanover890 3 роки тому +1

    As always...outstanding.

  • @guitarifuldexter6366
    @guitarifuldexter6366 3 роки тому +10

    Thanks. This is the best thing I’ve heard all week! The arrangement gets better every second! 🤘🎸

  • @robinemery
    @robinemery 3 роки тому +2

    My favorite 2 things, Justin
    and his Resonator ❤️JJ❤️
    Thank you for the jam Justin ❤️

  • @mikeyredfl3976
    @mikeyredfl3976 3 роки тому

    And so is Ronnie... Brings a tear to my eye... Beautiful rendition... Bless you JJ

  • @pharmerdavid1432
    @pharmerdavid1432 3 роки тому +1

    One of my favorite Skynard songs, and beautifully done too - JJ just keeps getting better...!

  • @tybell1994
    @tybell1994 2 роки тому

    That was beautiful, Wipin` a tear away for Curtis right now.

  • @billgraham1045
    @billgraham1045 3 роки тому

    Love the colors that Justin can slide out...with that resinator, . really made me smile the whole time, listening to one of my favorite L,S. songs.

  • @robertmiller428
    @robertmiller428 3 роки тому

    Wow its even recent! Justin also one of "The Finest Picker(s) to Ever Play The BLUES"! Thank you Sir! In these troubled times Nothing is More Fitting!!!

  • @zarahmb1711
    @zarahmb1711 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for this song! It brightens up my day!

  • @rickoliver2059
    @rickoliver2059 3 роки тому +1

    Wow , you make it look so easy JJ , but we know how hard and precise you have to be to put on an excellent rendition . Bouquets to you Maestro , lotsa love and respect from NZ .

  • @Hi-Z_Lo-Z
    @Hi-Z_Lo-Z 3 роки тому

    Justin Johnson is definately one of the finest pickers to ever play the blues...you the best bro...thank you...🤘🎶😎

  • @robhaskell4043
    @robhaskell4043 3 роки тому +1

    One of my favourite Skynyrd tunes! Well done, Justin!

  • @evelynfields1954
    @evelynfields1954 3 роки тому +4

    Love you Justin, this came at the perfect time! Keep making amazing videos!!

  • @rondonelson9620
    @rondonelson9620 3 роки тому

    I never heard you before this morning but I'm a big fan now . Love how you make your talk to the soul

  • @cavedancesinc.6775
    @cavedancesinc.6775 11 місяців тому

    Man, you really did this song justice! Beautiful. Song always brings me to tears.

  • @jenncronin8887
    @jenncronin8887 2 роки тому

    One of my favorite songs and your playing; there’s no words I can use on this earth the describe the place I go when I listen to you play! And your the most gorgeous man on the planet 🥰❤️‍🔥✌🏻🕊

  • @andyparker2119
    @andyparker2119 3 роки тому +4

    Both versions of this are good. The one you played on that shovel was nice aswell!

  • @floydcouncil1690
    @floydcouncil1690 3 роки тому

    You never cease to amaze me with your talent.

  • @shawnr771
    @shawnr771 3 роки тому

    Thank you.
    Made me smile and cry at the same time.

  • @elizabethreed2090
    @elizabethreed2090 3 роки тому +14

    ...FINEST PICKER TO EVER PLAY THE BLUES...💙🙏

  • @LEWITT-audio
    @LEWITT-audio 3 роки тому +1

    Wow! You just made our day! Beautiful performance and amazing guitar! Thanks for your awesome videos!

  • @mrkingcat2
    @mrkingcat2 3 роки тому

    I think this might be the finest piece of slide guitar work ive ever heard..

  • @tomfoolery8015
    @tomfoolery8015 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you Justin...that was beautiful. My favorite Skynard tune✌🤟🧡🫀

  • @avalondreaming1433
    @avalondreaming1433 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks for making my day Justin!

  • @logofthelex2668
    @logofthelex2668 3 роки тому

    Your timing and phrasing never leaves me bored. I like to stay to see what comes next.

  • @miss_slunk
    @miss_slunk 3 роки тому +5

    Everything is perfect and quality. Especially your guitar.

  • @ryanhey3708
    @ryanhey3708 3 роки тому +1

    Justin Man your absolutely amazing Allan Collins from Skynyrd was my favorite guitarist think I found a new one.

  • @obadijahparks
    @obadijahparks 3 роки тому +1

    I knew what this was without the description from the first note. Great song,

  • @the-hog6720
    @the-hog6720 Рік тому

    Keep coming back to this 😊. Brings a smile to my face Everytime

  • @dennisvandermarkt8263
    @dennisvandermarkt8263 2 роки тому

    One of my favorite songs. You made it better.

  • @addisoncox102
    @addisoncox102 3 роки тому

    This is the best guitar song I have ever heard! I love Justin Johnson!

  • @robertcoulombe6133
    @robertcoulombe6133 3 роки тому +1

    I was excited about you playing that song and I dared to close my eyes and listen and what I felt was so amazing like when I was a kid listening to that song and feeling the real times we were going through then.
    Thank you Sir!!

  • @davidkiser5206
    @davidkiser5206 3 роки тому +3

    A Geat Way to start Tuesday morning 🌄 Thank You.

  • @larry71000
    @larry71000 2 роки тому

    One of my favorites

  • @horsewithnoname12345
    @horsewithnoname12345 3 роки тому +3

    Hi Justin, I think it would be wonderful if you could ever meet and play with Kenny Brown from Mississippi. One of the last from the previous generation hill country blues artists still alive. He learned to play guitar from Joe Callicott and later from R.L. burnside and others. I think you guys would make an amazing team.

  • @larrypages9849
    @larrypages9849 3 роки тому +1

    Good playing the melody, and good slide.

  • @boatbuilder508
    @boatbuilder508 3 роки тому

    I been trying to get me a guitar , but I retired and that’s it so , keep that dream a goin, thanks for the hope and wonderful music you play.

  • @StephenWatson-bk7cw
    @StephenWatson-bk7cw Рік тому

    I just witnessed a phenomenal performance !

  • @therandomblogs1169
    @therandomblogs1169 3 роки тому +3

    Hey Justin just wanted to say thanks for all the great work and music you have posted for so many years Because of you I have practiced slide guitar for two years now and take inspiration from YOU Love you music And thank you 🙏 so much

  • @brendaseagel7929
    @brendaseagel7929 3 роки тому

    Justin .....you move me to complete relaxation and a happy place. Thank you 💝

  • @Heavywall70
    @Heavywall70 3 роки тому

    Tears man
    FREAKING TEARS
    my word you did that justice!

  • @sgt.grinch3299
    @sgt.grinch3299 3 роки тому

    What an amazing version of a great song. This song really is southern music at its best. Skynyrd forever!

  • @paulcrosslin
    @paulcrosslin Рік тому

    Beyond Phenomenal. We all heard these things were possible. But you just dont get it until you hear it for yourself.

  • @chrisjolly4909
    @chrisjolly4909 3 роки тому +1

    Brother.... You just made that guitar sing " The Ballad of Curtis Lo" to me. Absolutely Fantastic 👍👊

  • @user-cw7fq1pf9h
    @user-cw7fq1pf9h 3 роки тому +1

    Great rendition of Curtis Lowe I could really hear the words coming thru on this piece thanks for posting this video!

  • @howabouthetruth2157
    @howabouthetruth2157 3 роки тому

    Justin, that was nothing short of majestic! During my acoustic gigs decades ago, I always loved playing and singing this song. ( Whenever I performed alone, I would whistle the slide parts. ) The way you incorporated the vocal, slide, AND rhythm all into one, is totally mind blowing. Very tasteful too!

  • @davidwhitten928
    @davidwhitten928 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome tune thanks for sharing

  • @billwilliams7566
    @billwilliams7566 3 роки тому +1

    Wow. What a sweet tune. :) Love that slide.

  • @chancelaboube672
    @chancelaboube672 3 роки тому

    This put a bright smile on my face on a dark day. Thank you for that, incredible playing.

  • @brucehelppie6119
    @brucehelppie6119 Рік тому

    Justin…you’re awesome.
    If you were around the ages of the Skynyrd Band members back in the day, Ronnie probably would have wanted you to join their band.

  • @rickyjacobs9908
    @rickyjacobs9908 3 роки тому +1

    that is so cool, great job Justin , love Skynyrd

  • @shawnskiba5874
    @shawnskiba5874 3 роки тому +1

    Hey! This is one of my favorite songs, and I believe you've done it a great justice! God bless!

  • @awienterprisessvsc
    @awienterprisessvsc 3 роки тому +9

    This song comes in second only to I Need You as my Skynard fave, well done you guitbox Jedi you 👊🏽

    • @pameladecicco6509
      @pameladecicco6509 3 роки тому +1

      Excellent song, simple in it's genius, as was Ronnie. I agree.

    • @xWILZTAx
      @xWILZTAx 3 роки тому +1

      Absolutely, i had i need you as my main song at my wedding. Possibly the greatest bunch of musicians to have lived

    • @pameladecicco6509
      @pameladecicco6509 3 роки тому +1

      @@xWILZTAx Nice! Excellent choice!

  • @SkunkPunch73
    @SkunkPunch73 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you very kindly Justin, lift us up brother and let us all just fly away on the vibration of them strings you control with your whole soul Mr Johnson has left the building! 😘👍 stay safe and healthy brother

  • @vincentvelazquez6001
    @vincentvelazquez6001 3 роки тому

    Love Lynyrd since a long time,heard many covers but youre is far above all.You made it yours, the guitar sound is awesome (as always).French fan.

  • @thebreeze12
    @thebreeze12 3 роки тому

    How can you not listen to this all day long.!!

  • @lennvilledobbins5108
    @lennvilledobbins5108 2 роки тому

    My all time favorite Lynyrd Skynyrd song! I've been waiting for you cover this.