Larry....Warm, hypnotic, intoxicating...This is without a doubt, 4 minutes of music perfection...How you sing with that sweet voice and those blue eyes, you bring the ladies back again and again...You are one who's music is quite the powerful thing....ione marie
I am listening to this performance 11 years after this video was uploaded. I hope that these excellent interpreters can read my comment as I want to congratulate them for such an excellent job ....
Larry, this is my FAV Neil Diamond song Ever... you NAIL it, and sing, play it SO Beautifully... like Neil, I could listen to you for hours... I sort of did last night lol... You are AWESOME! ~~ Becky ~~
Neil Diamond has always been one of my favorite artists and this particular song has been a long time favorite. Well done! I'm sure Mr. Diamond would approve.
I cannot believe I never found this amazing song before today. When Larry lets the words flow naturally, the lyrics take on their intended meaning. Great solo that doesn't overshadow the background. A oldie takes on new life.
This is a WONDERFUL cover!!!!!!!!!!!!! It brought tears to my eyes. I don't know how anyone could say that you lack emotion. I will be subscribing to your channel because of this song.
In all the years I've listened to all kinds of people trying to emulate various artists on UA-cam, I've never commented on anyone until now. You are awesome, Larry!!! I listened to this 3 times. Good job!!
Funny how certain people will thumbs down because this guy does not sound EXACTLY like Neil Diamond. Nobody sounds the same, this is not a contest to see who can flawlessly copy another artist. I could even argue that he probably does this cover better than Diamond himself, and that is a huge compliment to Diamond. Imitation is the best flattery. Excellent.
Beautiful phrasing and a warm timbre to your voice along with a great but relatively simple guitar arrangement all make this a hauntingly lovely version of a great song.Thanks for posting it so the world can enjoy.
I have to write a second comment for this one, Larry. This has always been my favorite Neil Diamond song. I love his music because he sings with soul, just as you do.
Beautiful, Thank You. This was one of my wedding songs with my dear Late husband so it is especially meaningful to me and you honor the song. Love & Peace to All
Oh Yes ... now I remember ... I have been hear listening to You sing this most extraordinary song which is so very special to me. I even made a comment. I limit listening to such songs because I cry so much ... I Thank You for singing it with such respect and care ... I miss having music loving folks around ...
This is a fantastic cover. Larry has his guitar tuned down a ½ step, so he’s got a capo on the 2nd fret, but if anyone wants to play along (like I sure did…), if you’re in standard tuning, put your capo the 1st fret.Then pretty much play C and Csus4 back and forth, with the next chord being F. Then for the chorus, play F, G, F, G7 and back to C and Csus4.
Brilliant! Great video! All your video's are great, Larry! You are a very talented guitarist! I enjoy very much to hear you play and you have an amazing voice!
Neil Diamond is an incomparable and legendary performer. "Play Me" is my very favorite of all his songs. (The entire "Moods" album was exceptional.) Larry, your cover is outstanding and so true to the original. Thanks for sharing your version with us.
Thank you again Larry, it’s a pleasure to know that our favourite songs are in your very talented hands and sung so beautifully by you...Sandi 🦘Canberra, Australia 🦘
Larry. I'm a huge Neil Diamond fan and play this song as part of my repertoire. Yours is now my second favorite version, next to his. Well done, good sir.
Very, very nice. I was looking for a good cover of this song to listen to as I might play this for my daughters wedding. Your cover is really good. Thanks.
As a fellow guitar player I can state that Larry is a good guitarists and has a really nice voice. I wish I could sing like him. This song is so well done, as good as the original. How can anyone but a pathetic troll not like this video,. Salute from a fellow musician !
Amazing cover done. Beautiful. Neil Diamond would be proud. I wish I had your talent. God has truly gifted you. This has got to be one of your best covers yet. But, then again I think I've said this before! LOL. :)
The guitar work is so fine in this and your voice is perfect for the tune. You even made that line tolerable that always sticks out... brang to me ... sort of brushed it off so smooth ... what a role model to the singer/guitarists ! Thanks for all you do.
All i can say is WOW! This was totally amazing Larry! I think it has to be one of your best covers ever!! I love Neil Diamond and i bet he would say that he loved your cover of his song!!
Very well done. Subtle and sounded heart felt. Did I notice a grin being subdued at "come take me" and "play me". Any case, great singing and an excellent post.
Absolutely Amazing !! You have so much expression and feeling, It’s something that can’t be taught you got it or haven’t. It’s something artist don’t have these days in the charts. You knock spots off them. 👍👍👍
My favorite Neil Diamond song (which is also from my favorite Neil Diamond album, "Moods"). Excellent performance, Larry! You always capture the essence of the original recording.
i never comment on videos but i had to respond to 'catkisser'...omg dude, are we watching the same video? this cover is just so heartfelt and perfect! and look how respectfully he replied to you. just shows something about class (and good taste)- you either got it or you dont!
Larry....Warm, hypnotic, intoxicating...This is without a doubt, 4 minutes of music perfection...How you sing with that sweet voice and those blue eyes, you bring the ladies back again and again...You are one who's music is quite the powerful thing....ione marie
I am listening to this performance 11 years after this video was uploaded.
I hope that these excellent interpreters can read my comment as I want to congratulate them for such an excellent job ....
Larry, this is my FAV Neil Diamond song Ever... you NAIL it, and sing, play it SO Beautifully... like Neil, I could listen to you for hours... I sort of did last night lol... You are AWESOME!
~~ Becky ~~
Neil Diamond has always been one of my favorite artists and this particular song has been a long time favorite. Well done! I'm sure Mr. Diamond would approve.
So beautiful. So poetic and the guitars are pure heaven. The vocals so beautiful and compliments the song ❤ thank you.
Brilliant Man... Sublime.. i' m totally blown away.... I'm so glad I found you.... Thank you.. God bless you..
I love this song! You sing and play the guitar so well.
Thank you !! Although it’s 14 years after.
Lovely sir! Thank you. A tribute to our beloved Neil, indeed. Be well.
As usual, great cover! Put up about a thousand more videos for us all to enjoy! You are THE MAN!...haha...have a great weekend!
from the first note...beautifully performed
I cannot believe I never found this amazing song before today. When Larry lets the words flow naturally, the lyrics take on their intended meaning. Great solo that doesn't overshadow the background. A oldie takes on new life.
A beautiful rendition great playing great singing loooove it . I'm a huge fan of Neil's you did a wonderful cover beast wishes Dee
This is a WONDERFUL cover!!!!!!!!!!!!! It brought tears to my eyes. I don't know how anyone could say that you lack emotion. I will be subscribing to your channel because of this song.
Absolutely beautiful! One of the best covers I’ve ever seen. 😊
WOW!!..You did really wonderful on Neil's song..Thank you
I though this was excellent, thanks for posting. You have brightened up an already good day.
Hey Larry. I went back to your archives and found this one. It is absolutely perfect. One big LARRY ON!
I love this song Thank you for your cover. play me
In all the years I've listened to all kinds of people trying to emulate various artists on UA-cam, I've never commented on anyone until now. You are awesome, Larry!!! I listened to this 3 times. Good job!!
I don't think anybody else's cover version could be any better. I sensed your emotion, sincerity, honesty, and work ethic.
Brilliant....both the voice and the guitar. Thank you !
Funny how certain people will thumbs down because this guy does not sound EXACTLY like Neil Diamond. Nobody sounds the same, this is not a contest to see who can flawlessly copy another artist. I could even argue that he probably does this cover better than Diamond himself, and that is a huge compliment to Diamond. Imitation is the best flattery. Excellent.
Holy crap....this is amazing...what a beautiful rendition....
Beautiful phrasing and a warm timbre to your voice along with a great but relatively simple guitar arrangement all make this a hauntingly lovely version of a great song.Thanks for posting it so the world can enjoy.
Love this! Wonderful! Neil would approve! Very enchanting! Bravo!!!!
I have to write a second comment for this one, Larry. This has always been my favorite Neil Diamond song. I love his music because he sings with soul, just as you do.
Beautiful, Thank You. This was one of my wedding songs with my dear Late husband so it is especially meaningful to me and you honor the song. Love & Peace to All
Oh Yes ... now I remember ... I have been hear listening to You sing this most extraordinary song which is so very special to me. I even made a comment. I limit listening to such songs because I cry so much ... I Thank You for singing it with such respect and care ... I miss having music loving folks around ...
This is a fantastic cover. Larry has his guitar tuned down a ½ step, so he’s got a capo on the 2nd fret, but if anyone wants to play along (like I sure did…), if you’re in standard tuning, put your capo the 1st fret.Then pretty much play C and Csus4 back and forth, with the next chord being F. Then for the chorus, play F, G, F, G7 and back to C and Csus4.
I like it, and it's straight forward
Excellent cover not only can you play very well, but have good vocals as well.
Thats simply Brilliant... What a sound
Brilliant! Great video! All your video's are great, Larry! You are a very talented guitarist! I enjoy very much to hear you play and you have an amazing voice!
Larry, Neil Diamond is absolutely great! I love your cover on this song which is also one of my faves...Love the way you rock the sweater vest also!!
What a fantastic voice, a great version of a beautiful song!
you did an excellent job on this song. it fits your voice and style. very peaceful to listent to.
Superb cover! Neil is one of my favorite vocalists and your interpretation of his classic, 'Play Me' is absolutely, monumentally incredible!
I LOVE your version! So beautiful.
Very well done. Great playing and singing. Neil Diamond is one of the greats for sure.
Neil Diamond is an incomparable and legendary performer. "Play Me" is my very favorite of all his songs. (The entire "Moods" album was exceptional.) Larry, your cover is outstanding and so true to the original. Thanks for sharing your version with us.
Thank you again Larry, it’s a pleasure to know that our favourite songs are in your very talented hands and sung so beautifully by you...Sandi 🦘Canberra, Australia 🦘
👏 BRAVO! I can only say WOW!
Wow, just perfect. Thank you.
Wow, great job!! You stayed faithful to a great and beautiful song and I believe you did Neil Diamond proud.
Beaultiful performance! Congratulations!
Very nice voice, great song choice..thanks for sharing..
Such a beautiful song, well done!
Holy crap! Great job and fantastic voice.
So very good. This has to be the best cover of this song on YT. You really made this a great arrangement. Thanks for posting this video.
Man, that was just GREAT! Thanks Larry!!
John
Your voice is so Sweet! Your music is awesome.
Brought tears to my eyes
Larry. I'm a huge Neil Diamond fan and play this song as part of my repertoire. Yours is now my second favorite version, next to his. Well done, good sir.
Very, very nice. I was looking for a good cover of this song to listen to as I might play this for my daughters wedding. Your cover is really good. Thanks.
Good job Larry. Great singing and clean guitar plucking!!
Really really amazingly good!! :)Thankyou!!
So sorry he passed away. RIP great cover artist.
what feeling you put in to this cover. such talent you have.
As a fellow guitar player I can state that Larry is a good guitarists and has a really nice voice. I wish I could sing like him. This song is so well done, as good as the original. How can anyone but a pathetic troll not like this video,. Salute from a fellow musician !
Straight class. Gorgeous Gibson to boot.
Magnificent. Great job Larry.
Hi
A very nice rendition of this good old Niel D.
Thanks for share
5*****
Hans
Beautiful...both the singing and guitar playing. I loved it!
Loved it. Saw Neil 5 times.
5 stars - heartfelt, soulfull, just beautiful. Thanks.
Brilliant, amazing cover.
Amazing cover done. Beautiful. Neil Diamond would be proud. I wish I had your talent. God has truly gifted you. This has got to be one of your best covers yet. But, then again I think I've said this before! LOL. :)
Vincent Silva god didnt do anything. This man has put hes own 10000 hours in.
There is such a thing as natural talent. Not everyone has it
Wow...this is quite the treat! Amazing performance...love this song and you do it so well!! Nice guitar work LL : )
Yes.........a Diamond will 4 ever Shine...........and your performance enlightens it podline...:)
Very very good multiply by excellent is not enough to qualify my appreciation of your interpretation of that song. Make some more of Niel's
The guitar work is so fine in this and your voice is perfect for the tune. You even made that line tolerable that always sticks out... brang to me ... sort of brushed it off so smooth ... what a role model to the singer/guitarists ! Thanks for all you do.
I never comment either, this was fantastic so touched - Ben, Liverpool
Your bass tone is rich and beautiful, professional quality
Excellent. Thanks for posting!
All i can say is WOW! This was totally amazing Larry! I think it has to be one of your best covers ever!! I love Neil Diamond and i bet he would say that he loved your cover of his song!!
That was lovely. I bet your are a remarkably sweet man. You would have to be to be such a sensitive, soulful artist. Just beautiful!
Very very nice. Guitar and vocals are great. Jim
Fantastic job, thanks for sharing!
That was wonderful. playing very very cool.
Very well done. Subtle and sounded heart felt. Did I notice a grin being subdued at "come take me" and "play me". Any case, great singing and an excellent post.
Absolutely Amazing !! You have so much expression and feeling, It’s something that can’t be taught you got it or haven’t. It’s something artist don’t have these days in the charts. You knock spots off them. 👍👍👍
Very nice! Classic song, and you did a great job both in voice and guitar.. thank you.
So beautiful!!!
Hi, great song by the "Maestro Mr Diamond"one of my favourite song and you did a fantastic job..10 stars plus ..All the very Best Brendan
Very good Larry. Thanks for this song!
Wow.....you SOUND like Neil Diamond in this most intimately romantic cover! Love the way the two guitar parts compliment each other. So beautiful!
Very beautiful. You are terrific.
I've seen most of your videos and you have a great guitar selection.
I enjoy all your covers, your voice is perfectly suited for this song. You really sound like the man, Cheers Billy ;)
Everything about this is stunningly beautiful! Love it..
Larry you are truly an artist with massive talent.
Absolutely awesome!
Great job playing AND singing
Wow! That was awesome.
Beautiful, thank you.
My favorite Neil Diamond song (which is also from my favorite Neil Diamond album, "Moods"). Excellent performance, Larry! You always capture the essence of the original recording.
I'm quite impressed of ur version. Keep it up. This is one of my favorite songs.
This is beautiful!!
I love this song... wish i could play it as well as you Larry! brilliant!
i never comment on videos but i had to respond to 'catkisser'...omg dude, are we watching the same video? this cover is just so heartfelt and perfect! and look how respectfully he replied to you. just shows something about class (and good taste)- you either got it or you dont!
Simply BeAuTiFuL!💜🌸🎼☺️