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  • Опубліковано 21 кві 2016
  • @ French Quarter Festival 2016. Erika Lewis sings a Bill Monroe bluegrass classic. If Elvis can do it then so can Tuba Skinny! Shaye Cohn, cornet; Charlie Halloran, trombone; Craig Flory, clarinet; Jason Lawrence, banjo; Max Bien-Kahn, guitar; Robin Rapuzzi, washboard; and Todd Burdick, tuba.

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  • @hillock10
    @hillock10 5 років тому +264

    This woman can really wail on 'blues and dixie. give her a 10. She has style!

  • @BSimpson19911
    @BSimpson19911 5 років тому +247

    Finally, someone with a authentic voice singing her own way.

    • @TheAndrewWray
      @TheAndrewWray 4 роки тому +16

      the very best of the best - as good as such a voice can be

    • @peairs1066
      @peairs1066 4 роки тому +12

      I recommend Erika doing Peace in the Valley. The album version is great. The real thing.

    • @tjwoodlawn9721
      @tjwoodlawn9721 4 роки тому +3

      Check out Sierra Ferrel

    • @DejaView
      @DejaView 3 роки тому +2

      I think I made a similar comment previously on one of their videos. I think if she was any more authentic we'd be listening between the clicks & pops of a 78 RPM record! They don't get anymore real than this gal!

  • @BW12149
    @BW12149 16 днів тому +2

    That’s the great Erika Lewis singing….fabulous…and she’s still at it

  • @stephencramer4389
    @stephencramer4389 8 років тому +116

    Erika really does this tune right... She's sooo good.

  • @slepycitron
    @slepycitron 5 років тому +100

    What a lovely job they have: spreading joy. Try not to tap your feet. Impossible.

    • @vc20029
      @vc20029 5 років тому +3

      That's right. It's like feet have a mind of their own.

    • @spundam
      @spundam 3 роки тому +1

      'The band that won't let your feet behave.' First used 100 years ago about the Original Dixieland Jazz Band, but just as applicable to TS.

  • @buffplums
    @buffplums 5 років тому +92

    What a voice Erika has got!

  • @algreen1131
    @algreen1131 4 роки тому +30

    Once again Erika shows her amazing vocal ability . She sings this with perfect country intonation . Now listen to "what's the matter with the mill" and it's a whole different groove . She's a national treasure .And if I wasn't so old ..............

    • @kenwitkowski9894
      @kenwitkowski9894 3 роки тому

      And C.C. Rider is totally another vibe. This band is soooo good!

    • @richardcaird8792
      @richardcaird8792 3 роки тому +1

      You`re not alone !!!! Richard Caird.

    • @Austin-hw5gf
      @Austin-hw5gf 2 роки тому

      If you weren’t so old, what? You’d try one on her? I guess it’s lucky for us that you are so old.

    • @algreen1131
      @algreen1131 2 роки тому

      Hey Austin I meant that if I were younger I would ask her out . I find her very attractive and I am also a musician and would love to share musical ideas with her . I am also a gentlemen , which by the tone of your comment you wouldn't understand. Grow up little man

    • @Austin-hw5gf
      @Austin-hw5gf 2 роки тому

      @@algreen1131 Typical comment from a guy who is trying to downplay the fact that he beats off to someone he sees on You Tube...shift everything to somebody else. I am grown up which is probably something you wouldn't understand.

  • @hank1519
    @hank1519 5 років тому +47

    Erika really nails the vocal!

  • @michaelbodnar1424
    @michaelbodnar1424 4 роки тому +49

    May I add that the musicians are tremendous.

  • @DanielFKoch
    @DanielFKoch 3 роки тому +15

    Erika Lewis is the top singer. I love her. The Band is one of the best have ever heard. Toptop

  • @JimSulliv3
    @JimSulliv3 8 років тому +129

    The song fits Erika's voice to a tee.

  • @johnonorgan
    @johnonorgan 6 років тому +48

    definitely Erika found her true place in music

  • @roygregory8334
    @roygregory8334 4 роки тому +77

    All great singers can be identified straight away buy their voice. Erika Lewis is one of them . A star in the making.

    • @Vinnie101a
      @Vinnie101a 2 роки тому +3

      What a really astute comment - “All great singers can be identified straight away by their voice”. Who would have thunk it? 🤣🤣🤣. Have you had any further enlightenment over the past two years Roy? Hope so.

    • @egretsregret
      @egretsregret Рік тому +1

      She is BOSS.

  • @DeeMoback
    @DeeMoback 3 роки тому +4

    Lord,lord,lord ...... this is how this song is meant to be done

  • @jeffreymcneal1507
    @jeffreymcneal1507 Рік тому +15

    I'd stand in hot sun or pouring rain to hear these brilliant performers. Lovely Erika sitting on her huge bass drum in a simple print dress and bangs is a show in and of herself. Shayne is the stealth cornet player, so understated, yet pulls the whole sound into one perfect whole.

  • @meredithwilliams4671
    @meredithwilliams4671 5 років тому +28

    Bluegrass and Trad Jazz. Two uniquely American musical styles and they sound amazing together. This bluegrass fan approves.

  • @rogergordon8792
    @rogergordon8792 7 років тому +58

    never heard this tune played as a dixieland piece before. It really works. Great band.

    • @JamesSterling
      @JamesSterling  7 років тому +4

      If you enjoy Tuba Skinny and traditional jazz be sure to subscribe to my channel. I have over 180 videos posted and more on the way.

  • @frankcorrenti5941
    @frankcorrenti5941 5 років тому +56

    This might-could be one of Erika's signature songs. Sure has it to where you wish she wouldn't stop. Love y'all.

  • @rogermharris4268
    @rogermharris4268 4 роки тому +2

    real music ...

  • @chipnorthup5354
    @chipnorthup5354 4 роки тому +79

    You guys make Dixie, Jazz, and Blues proud. Bessy Smith, Lois Armstrong, Fats Waller, Jelly Role Morton, and Billie Holiday are all tapping their feet in their graves. Salute!

    • @ianmorton4136
      @ianmorton4136 3 роки тому +6

      Glad you mentioned my "Uncle" Jelly Roll Morton ! Morton is a Scottish name and a "jeely roll" is a bread roll with jam on it beloved by all Scots bairns. Wonder if he had a Scots connection ?

    • @charleswaynealveyalvey6525
      @charleswaynealveyalvey6525 2 роки тому +4

      This is the best there is we really need this in N.O. !!!!!! PLEASE LET THIS HAPPEN!!!!!

    • @JelMain
      @JelMain Рік тому

      @@charleswaynealveyalvey6525 They have a permanent street pich there (cops excepted!)

    • @laurencetonkin1301
      @laurencetonkin1301 11 місяців тому +1

      Just Brilliant Saw Tuba Skinny in New Orleans in 2019 Fantastic tight Band.

  • @AaronHahnStudios
    @AaronHahnStudios 2 роки тому +3

    My life will go by and NEVER get to see Tuba Skinny Live.. it baffles me as to most of these people here do not realise how fortunate they are & admired to what they saw this day.

  • @georgeclarke163
    @georgeclarke163 5 років тому +5

    Just perfect music with beautiful Erika and Shayla. To those who gave it a thumbs down - you must leave very sad lives.

  • @Classof1970
    @Classof1970 8 років тому +158

    God, I love this band!

  • @richardallan455
    @richardallan455 5 років тому +29

    Wow Erika Lewis she has an amazing voice,just hits you from another time.

  • @allenfriedman2441
    @allenfriedman2441 5 років тому +43

    ERIKA'S VOICE LIKE A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT. THIS GROUP IS SOOOO IN SYNC.

  • @ericcaravag4614
    @ericcaravag4614 4 роки тому +22

    ERIKA LEWIS OH YEA LOVE THAT GAL

  • @jamesanthony8438
    @jamesanthony8438 4 роки тому +58

    I can honestly say that I was _not_ expecting to hear a Dixieland cover of Bill Monroe when I got up this morning. Absolutely loved this! =)

    • @maureensmyth22
      @maureensmyth22 3 роки тому +4

      Brilliant band love this band from Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪☘️💕✨✨🌟

    • @roybodden9243
      @roybodden9243 3 роки тому +3

      Great, great Dixie land band and a Bill Monroe classic! What an incredible combination! WOW! Bill would have loved it (I think?)!Bill was so finicky about how his songs were performed!

  • @alistairmacrae4870
    @alistairmacrae4870 4 роки тому +4

    If these guys don't put a smile on your face it's gonna be a long day.

  • @davidbarnett2292
    @davidbarnett2292 5 років тому +25

    JEEPERS THEY ARE BRILLIANT

    • @weswolever7477
      @weswolever7477 3 роки тому +1

      Watch your language young fella ...this is a family establishment

  • @johnmarler9294
    @johnmarler9294 4 роки тому +11

    I thought good jazz bands were gone, this group is GREAT!!

  • @user-zd5nr5yg7f
    @user-zd5nr5yg7f 6 років тому +17

    Respect from Ukraine to music Culture of New Orleans Sound and brilliant performance by Tuba Skinny!

  • @romanworoch3902
    @romanworoch3902 4 роки тому +17

    They get TIGHTER every time ... FANTASTIC! Wish I had my own TV show. Tuba Skinny would be offered the music contract!

  • @steveellis9288
    @steveellis9288 4 роки тому +13

    I’m in melt down can’t take anymore of this coolness save me Lord it’s unnatural people have been gifted with so much talent. Wow get me there....

  • @sirwoofsalot
    @sirwoofsalot 6 років тому +46

    How many times can I like this?!?!? This is awesome!

    • @flemingcourt
      @flemingcourt 4 роки тому +2

      Everytime ya listen Brutha! Sista!

  • @anonymusum
    @anonymusum 11 місяців тому +6

    They get better and better!

  • @posthanssnoek
    @posthanssnoek 5 років тому +23

    I love Erika and here voice.

  • @harrydietrich3854
    @harrydietrich3854 5 років тому +4

    Great 👍

  • @rondann4011
    @rondann4011 4 роки тому +2

    Great Music

  • @ThePaohc
    @ThePaohc 4 роки тому +7

    nature and real, 5 stars!!

  • @valerieleon14
    @valerieleon14 4 роки тому +4

    Hello America I just love this band the music is awesome GOD Bless America.

  • @travellerdogs
    @travellerdogs 5 років тому +6

    Shaye Cohn on the horn.

  • @dwaynebrue7651
    @dwaynebrue7651 5 років тому +6

    My Hometown New Orleans!! I see Tuba Skinny as much as possible on Frenchman Street!!!!

  • @greenacres4518
    @greenacres4518 3 роки тому +2

    I'm sitting in Kentucky wishing I was in New Orleans again (former Kenner Res).

  • @JiveDadson
    @JiveDadson 13 годин тому

    My favorite Tuba Skinny lineup here.

  • @franklincordeiro
    @franklincordeiro 4 роки тому +27

    What a wonderful voice! In fact the harmony of the group is sensational! Thanks for posting.

  • @angebaroudeur9886
    @angebaroudeur9886 4 роки тому +6

    Erika donnerait la chair de poule à un tronc d'arbre ! C'est l'âme de ce superbe groupe … on écoute ça en boucle en tapant du pied en mesure ! Merveille !

  • @connieclemow4273
    @connieclemow4273 7 років тому +31

    I agree this band is absolutely fantastic. Found them a couple of months ago listening to Loose Marbles. Such a find

  • @montseret1
    @montseret1 5 років тому +14

    Fabulous feel good band. Super musicians and Erika, great singer and also the epitome of femininity. Gorgeous.

  • @johnk8174
    @johnk8174 4 роки тому +5

    That high lonesome sound :-)

  • @pavanatanaya
    @pavanatanaya 6 років тому +17

    This song is Gumbo to my ears

  • @davidtolley9757
    @davidtolley9757 5 років тому +5

    Just don't get any better than this Fantastic instrumentalists and a great singer Now that's what iam talkin bout Magic ain't it just?

  • @gw8278
    @gw8278 5 років тому +95

    While Erika is a fine singer, let's push a shout out to all. Max has got the vocal vibe as well. Rob is premier on washboard, the rhythm section is as tight as it gets. Share, Charlie, Craig & Todd have complete chops, they are masters.

    • @williamgrantz1376
      @williamgrantz1376 5 років тому +3

      I hope there still knocking that stuff out in 2019.

    • @julies1ify
      @julies1ify 4 роки тому +4

      They all compliment each others talents

    • @emmanichols7497
      @emmanichols7497 4 роки тому +3

      I love them all! What an incredible group of entertaining minstrels!

    • @flemingcourt
      @flemingcourt 4 роки тому +2

      TS are wonderful

    • @leonaldobrum
      @leonaldobrum 3 роки тому

      @@julies1ify "complement" (as in help make better, fill-in the blanks, complete, enhance, etc.) not "compliment" - but I guess that was a typo 🙂

  • @Bshaef
    @Bshaef 3 роки тому +3

    That girl can SING.

  • @swampy6194
    @swampy6194 4 роки тому +11

    That was BRILLIANT!

  • @johnasumaa9662
    @johnasumaa9662 6 років тому +16

    They've never done a number I haven't liked. All are tremendous instrumentalists, and Ms. Lewis really knows how to belt a song.

  • @edsherrod5216
    @edsherrod5216 Рік тому +4

    Another '10' performance by a group that is becoming widely known for dixieland jazz! Great job! Erika killed it!

  • @MrDorbel
    @MrDorbel 5 років тому +9

    The band that never misses the bull. Spot on guys!

  • @philipjohnson5366
    @philipjohnson5366 4 роки тому +15

    Love this. So enjoy Tuba Skinny. On the photography bit, I have to say I love the street environment for their performance. Something about it feels sort of retro and nostalgic, but also natural. The imperfect photography, the people walking in front of the camera, the street noise, all of it, make me feel like I am there. Here is community at some of its best.

  • @bubbatheking9225
    @bubbatheking9225 4 роки тому +5

    Erika keeps getting better

  • @robertsuhrer5604
    @robertsuhrer5604 5 років тому +13

    The band always puts me in a good mood!

  • @billycampbell854
    @billycampbell854 4 роки тому +4

    This group could sing/pay anything and it would be great!! Thanks for a diversion during these troubled times. 😷

  • @johnthysen7278
    @johnthysen7278 3 роки тому +2

    On the Tuba Skinny cocktail Erika is the cherry on top !...

  • @martinsmyth8958
    @martinsmyth8958 7 років тому +7

    this is the best tuba skinny performance.everybody is on top form

  • @ardendorney9991
    @ardendorney9991 6 років тому +23

    Sing it Erika......

  • @DDD-vh8xk
    @DDD-vh8xk 3 роки тому +3

    And Elvis together this song👍

  • @raycope2086
    @raycope2086 4 роки тому +6

    Good job you all stopped when you did, otherwise I would have reached terminal delight darlings.
    I would have turned up me tootsies and fell off me perch, to be found next day with a smile on my wee face.
    Thanks for brightening up a solo Christmas Day here in Belfast.
    I wish you rainbows as ever.
    Happy Christmas to you all.

  • @mikehudson8884
    @mikehudson8884 3 роки тому +7

    Everything about this video is EXCELLENT. The music of course with Tuba Skinny, Erika on vocals and the quailty of the film, the colour is amazing.

  • @jayeyetube
    @jayeyetube 4 роки тому +16

    Practically perfect in every way! Great vocals, great clarinet, great band 👏👏👏

  • @klovedaltjorn
    @klovedaltjorn 5 років тому +3

    very very Good . regards from Sweden

  • @arendstunes1891
    @arendstunes1891 4 роки тому +8

    pretty much perfect from every one of 'em, as usual

  • @JamesSterling
    @JamesSterling  8 років тому +32

    Bill Monroe is in the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Bluegrass Hall of Fame, Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (the only person in all four as far as I know). Perhaps he should be in the Jazz Hall of Fame also after this Tuba Skinny performance.

    • @joukarfoy
      @joukarfoy 6 років тому +3

      Bill did it at first in 3/4, then made a change after the first verse and chorus the song to 2/4 after Elvis had the hit with it.

    • @fredprintz3330
      @fredprintz3330 5 років тому +3

      James Sterling I love this angle - you can appreciate the interaction.close ups of those girls doesn’t hurt either

    • @swingrfd
      @swingrfd 3 роки тому

      Monroe was greatly influenced by blues fiddler, Arnold Schultz.

  • @barcrrt850
    @barcrrt850 4 роки тому +3

    This is what happy looks like!

  • @jaimego
    @jaimego 4 роки тому +3

    simply the best music ever - go Erika

  • @ronalrocco4922
    @ronalrocco4922 4 роки тому +5

    don't you just love her!

  • @user-tb4el1sr1q
    @user-tb4el1sr1q Рік тому +2

    This lovely lady has a parlophone or vaudeville voice if I can say that and mean greatest comments to the greatest ways of love for her and each and every one of you do unique things I’ve noticed and deserve praise for entertaining us with the music we don’t hear too often and seems like we can’t hear enough of it because it’s uplifting and happy and I think my brother knew the singer when he lived in soniat years back now he’s here in spirit quite the musician himself❤❤❤

  • @rvq9
    @rvq9 3 роки тому +7

    Their music has a happy and at the same time somewhat antique vibe going. Amazing to listen to this swing. And Erika 💙

  • @ronknaus3286
    @ronknaus3286 10 місяців тому +4

    Watched it again; how come it never gets old?

  • @Ronin4614
    @Ronin4614 4 роки тому +16

    Tuba Skinny is the new gold standard. I would love to find some interviews with the band members.

    • @johnprovince5304
      @johnprovince5304 4 роки тому +1

      @Clark Gable Just enjoy.

    • @kenmurray8476
      @kenmurray8476 4 роки тому

      Search around, there are a few. However, IMHO, they reveal very little about the band members. I think this is an area for development.

  • @alsmith9818
    @alsmith9818 3 роки тому +6

    WOW,They get BETTER,every time I hear them! GREEEEEAT rendition!

  • @thearmchairspacemanOG
    @thearmchairspacemanOG Рік тому +2

    Exceptionally good band.. !! if ma Grandad was still alive, he'd be overjoyed to know folk my own age and younger love swing for real!

  • @elvispresley2021
    @elvispresley2021 4 роки тому +4

    Lovin the way she hits the Word Moooon Wow

  • @mgn5667
    @mgn5667 5 років тому +2

    sweet

  • @TERRYBIGGENDEN
    @TERRYBIGGENDEN 4 роки тому +7

    They are the best and she is the best. :-)

  • @hegerdietmar8101
    @hegerdietmar8101 2 роки тому +4

    I love Erikas voice. Greetings from Germany

  • @Malikchocolat
    @Malikchocolat 5 років тому +3

    Wow

  • @henk-janwormgoor8497
    @henk-janwormgoor8497 5 років тому +5

    Great; Tuba Skinny always lifts me up.

  • @stewmercer800
    @stewmercer800 4 роки тому +4

    So laid back...I think you will find me listening/watching this lying on the floor in a couple of minutes. They make it look so easy...so nice...so ...so ...so...everything!

  • @cp597
    @cp597 4 роки тому +2

    Mille BRAVOs à ces mucisiens..excellente musique et chanteuse !!! 😄😎😚🙋🎶🎶🎵🎶🌹🎶🌹🌹🎶💚💚💚💚💚

  • @michaelbodnar1424
    @michaelbodnar1424 4 роки тому +3

    Bill Monroe, Elvis Presley, and Erica Lewis. Great version.

  • @marcelrietdijk5968
    @marcelrietdijk5968 2 роки тому +1

    Cheers y'all ! Greetings from The Netherlands.................

  • @carlflaks2023
    @carlflaks2023 7 років тому +52

    Wow! I can' get enough of this stuff.!!!!

  • @Safra62
    @Safra62 5 років тому +5

    Wonderful!

  • @1954rocknroll
    @1954rocknroll 5 років тому +5

    Top musicians.

  • @qpr981
    @qpr981 3 роки тому +2

    Beauty + talent = Shaye & Erica 😍

  • @maroillais
    @maroillais 8 років тому +10

    Merveilleux

  • @trig6712
    @trig6712 5 років тому +26

    Yes yes and yes again WOW! seems inpossibe... but they just get better

    • @danausmus9807
      @danausmus9807 5 років тому +2

      This young lady nails every note every time.

  • @torridscene
    @torridscene 4 роки тому +3

    Fantastic. Every aspect, every member of the band. I would bet ... they really love that music! (1905-1930). It certainly seems like they KNOW that music,.

  • @steveklik7870
    @steveklik7870 Рік тому +2

    ...still listening to this daily! x

  • @boomer_4468
    @boomer_4468 Рік тому +1

    I love Cab anywhere I can see him. What rhythm!!