In india we have no clue about Blue grass - Man this is real music - Very humble musicians - no hype - no special sets or costumes

@danmason8427

Жыл бұрын

Yep! Bluegrass is awesome! The stories these songs tell. A lot if notal of them are based on true stories....they are life lessons for everyone to learn from.

@paulreints2279

Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the coolest music in the world!

@susiefairfield7218

Жыл бұрын

Bluegrass music is a tradition-based modern style of string band music. Typically a bluegrass band consists of four to seven performers who sing while accompanying themselves on acoustic string instruments such as the guitar, double bass, fiddle, five-string banjo, mandolin, steel guitar, and Dobro

@terrygarvin1392

Жыл бұрын

Blue Grass is True Grass.

@WeldonLooney

Жыл бұрын

I love you, And you’re appreciation for the amount of soul that goes into this kind of style. I’m inspired to just belt out my lyrics now, all the while moving to the sounds of my strum and truly making music. Check out Billy Strings and Marcus King dust in a baggie It’s an old lullaby. And they made it their own

You probably wont ever see this but my 2yr old daughter is obsessed with this video. She literally asks for Billy Strings with the "bodytaur" (guitar) to sit and watch you sing. And a 2yr old to sit still for a while is a miracle 😂 i think she may br your biggest fan! Keep it up, you are doing amazing!

This young man ought to be on the radio 24 hours a day

@zymmer4

15 күн бұрын

Billy does it his way !!

0:59 "Train that carried my girl from town" 3:57 into "Black Mountain Rag" 7:48 "Southbound" 12:12 "Walk on boy" 16:40 "John Henry" 20:12 "Little Saddie" 24:40 "Tom Dooley" 31:00 "The Coocoo" 35:20 "The Wagoner's Lad" 41:20 "Beaumont rag" 45:11 "Down In The Valley To Pray" 48:15 "Cocaine blues" 52:25 "Way Downtown" 56:50 "Gonna lay down my old guitar" Got tired of scrolling through the comments to find this.

@simmerdown4587

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ryan 🖤

@clashreplayz6419

2 жыл бұрын

I felt the same. Been here thousands of times by now lol

@markandrews2354

2 жыл бұрын

A

@fishheds

2 жыл бұрын

You're doing God's work

@crawford79hoke

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your time Ryan! You helped me out a ton🔥

Who else watches this all the time?

@moritzengel2735

3 жыл бұрын

Me. Almost every day! You're not alone.

@arghapirate2427

3 жыл бұрын

@@moritzengel2735 Hey plays like Doc and sings like Hank!

@ryanpackard598

3 жыл бұрын

I listen on repeat everyday, so grateful I found this... before this it was Bluegrass Sessions Strawberry Music Fest 1999, it's been that long since I've found something to compete let alone (dare I say) top it.

@arschfriedrich2253

3 жыл бұрын

Me too

@elliehjemmet

3 жыл бұрын

Oh yes!

Got to give the bass man props. It looks like he’s learning some of these songs on the fly and doing a hell of a job.

@wildhorsemusic1111

8 ай бұрын

i agree. thats absolutely what i was thinking!

@dwanpyrtle3134

8 ай бұрын

He ain't T Michael but definitely holding the pocket. Great job!

@dannybrafford3408

2 ай бұрын

If you notice the banjo is keeping in touch with the bass.

@billysnyder3498

Ай бұрын

He's a keeper 🎵🤠

People mostly talk about Billy's guitar playing genius, but damn...he is a hell of a good singer too.

@camilleeonich

Жыл бұрын

Yes! He's got the high lonesome sound down!

@lucyndastram4289

Жыл бұрын

And he’s no slouch on the banjo, too!

@nikisawyers7559

Жыл бұрын

Amen

@wheninroamful

Жыл бұрын

@@lucyndastram4289 one of the highlights of the show for me, his banjo playing;

@wheninroamful

Жыл бұрын

I think he's an incredible musician ALL around, but his singing never really vibed with me, and tonight realized that it's the 'nasally" way he sings im not much into; BUT i think his voice will just keep getting better and better, will probably be the best when he's in his 60's if he's blessed with so many days.

Shout out to the bass player learning songs on the fly❤

@pitchforkpeasant6219

5 ай бұрын

Pretty badass in itself huh. Impressive 😊

Not sure what is more impressive, Billy knowing these songs or the bassist learning them in 10 seconds.

@jcg2114

3 жыл бұрын

Well, as someone that could learn the bass for these songs in 10 seconds, I'll tell you that learning all those tunes and remembering the words is many times as impressive...

@chalmersfamilyband

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, Bassist is also great👍👌

@shawni321

3 жыл бұрын

I was trying to figure out just how to say that The bass player is a- mazing to say the least, taking direction on the fly.

@ryanpackard598

3 жыл бұрын

It's just jazz /s

@brittashercurry5158

3 жыл бұрын

Just jazz lol

I saw Doc in Canada years ago. You could just feel the love he put into his music. He did Shady Grove by himself. I thought it was because it was too personal. As they were walking off stage, someone near me shoulted, "We Love you, Doc!" and he stopped for a second and seem to look right at the guy and smiled.

Young Billy is a walking encyclopedia of priceless Bluegrass songs. I'm beyond impressed. The young man is not only a seasoned musician but an excellent vocalist. He's a national treasure for sure. Great band all around.

@user-yu7hv4cd3w

2 ай бұрын

He's really something. National treasure The Naytee award goes to you kid

@Tbowie13

Ай бұрын

This is awesome, it's the music I grew up with. Mountain View Arkansas Town Square on the weekends, this what was being played. Billy is awesome. What's impressive is his bassist who doesn't know the songs yet rips em anyhow. He reminds me of this little girl (well was back in the day, she's got a family and kids now) Lanna Fae Turner out of Mountain View, she could play anything you put in her hands, or Leonard Jones out of Charlotte NC (can play 30+ instruments, sitar, bagpipes, and such, along with normal guitar and banjo etc.) People like that are crazy impressive.

I love how educational he makes this whole experience. Billy’s got an old soul.

@Rarasrevenge

Жыл бұрын

Just like Doc used to do

@ChiefCowpie

7 ай бұрын

He didn’t learn it all on the inside… it’s finished on the inside.

@sidneyloggins2487

7 ай бұрын

Mountain folks.

The future of bluegrass is in good hands with players like this young man!

@pdub4600

3 жыл бұрын

He’s a rare gem these days

@kevinbroadley3394

3 жыл бұрын

A sad tear rate r fed da

@mattc1717

3 жыл бұрын

@AhtodaDakota my man

@keithfarrington8179

2 жыл бұрын

I believe that you are correct

@directapprec

2 жыл бұрын

and these men

Great tribute to Doc and Merle. My grandfather and Doc was first cousins! I remember hearing Doc play all these songs!

@ChiefCowpie

7 ай бұрын

The music is in your jeans.

@helenn5696

6 ай бұрын

😂😂

I was born in Asheville North Carolina. Dad got us out of there , for a better life in the triangle.I have always loved bluegrass and Doc is a home boy who was humble and loving man . Im so proud of Billy for keeping his music 🎶 Alive for a whole new generation to appreciate and enjoy.Yes Billy is an old soul, me too. So much talent in one body. Keep educating the people what great music 🎵 is .

@daveg4963

5 ай бұрын

Have you heard the song "Fire in the Sky" by Iron Horse? Super cool jam.

The guitar picking and the singing is intense. Clean, precise and energetic. This is the most exciting combo I have heard in a long time. Then the banjo player just kills! WOW. When the mandolin player started in, my brain about exploded. The future of bluegrass is bright.

@jakeavonas

Жыл бұрын

The banjo player is awesome, does not get enough credit.

@MrJeanBombers

Жыл бұрын

The poor guy playing the mandolin is 99% off-screen. 😂

@nikisawyers7559

Жыл бұрын

The banjo is fire

@catherinecarter8987

11 ай бұрын

​@@jakeavonas he will most certainly get credit as these talented guys move forward. Great trio 👏👏👏

@trentsmith4884

Ай бұрын

Awesome 😊thank you Jesus for giving us these Great awesome talented people.They are Wonderful.Young men with Great old souls.thanks for your great God giving talent.Awesome keep them coming please.

Our newest iconic true All-American musician. A beam of light in darkness. Thank- you for continuing where Doc Watson left off. He's looking down with a big proud smile. Thank you for sharing your gift and making the world a better place!

@SeanEnginetechnology

2 ай бұрын

Amen to that sister❤

Anybody that clicked this and couldn't stop listening is not alone!

@brownlauren15

3 жыл бұрын

Billy Strings is addicting...

@pattyminot-scheuermann6944

3 жыл бұрын

@@brownlauren15 you're right!

@thefattony2011

3 жыл бұрын

@@pattyminot-scheuermann6944 You Are Right, That ​ Lgb Is Right!!!

@sundayze

3 жыл бұрын

Nolan Pierce I’ve got stuff to do and I’m sitting here instead, just captivated, and yes! Can’t stop listening and watching!

@timfubar5439

3 жыл бұрын

Man, I got work early tomorrow, need to sleep, but... daaammmnnn...

I’m so glad that I found this young man and his band, absolutely the most talented group. Beautiful music!

I sat 10 feet from Doc Watson as he played at the Suwanee River Folk Festival in 1970. He was my hero. Tony Rice and Norman Blake kept the torch alive. But now we got Molly Tuttle and Billy Strings. We are so lucky. It's so wonderful to hear Billy pay tribute to Doc.

@sg66676

Жыл бұрын

What was the set like? Was it anything like this set Billy played here?

@HAL9007

Жыл бұрын

@@sg66676 Doc's set was with his son, Merle, who passed in 1985 (age 36). Only two guitars. Doc made "back porch/shank of the evening/mellow" music. Billy is "high-energy/showoff music. I like em both. Doc played Tennessee Stud, Little Sadie, Black Mtn Rag, and his classics -- Deep River Blues, Shady Grove, Freight Train Boogie, Sittin' on Top of the World. Honestly -- to me -- Doc's voice was as good as his pickin'. God Bless Billy and Molly for paying tribute to Classic Bluegrass and stretching the boundaries into jam grass, acid grass, you name it. Here's another picker I forgot to mention -- Leo Kottke. Who will ever surpass his first album?

This is the first time I heard Billy Strings, what an accomplished musician this guy is. I could listen to this band all night long and not get bored. You sure are blessed Billy Strings.

@flappycelery

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the club!

@leonedimare2341

3 жыл бұрын

Something tells me that not only is he blessed but he's spent what we call around here as a "butt-load" of time practicing.

@joshuas.934

3 жыл бұрын

@@leonedimare2341 , his dad is just as good as he is. He said that his dad taught him how to play the old school Bluegrass and then he makes his own music as well. Father taught him well. He is a genius.

@dennisderby8705

3 жыл бұрын

It's awesome

@troybarnard4730

3 жыл бұрын

@@leonedimare234100

Doc was my # 1 when I first learned acoustic. Loved him. Saw him live twice. Second time he took a flat picking break and was so enthusiastic he fell over backwards in his chair. Never missed a beat. Finished the song laying back with his legs in the air . Stunning.

He's like Doc but with a wider repertoire of styles. His old- time stuff with his dad is actually my favorite, but this young man is a fucking genius regardless. Thank you, Billy, you're the most inspiring young musician I've found in a decade ❤

Walk on boy. This take should be preserved for historical record. Tip of hat to that mando player too.

0:59 "Train that carried my girl from town" 3:57 into "Black Mountain Rag" 7:48 "Southbound" 12:12 "Walk on boy" 16:40 "John Henry" 20:12 "Little Saddie" 24:40 "Tom Dooley" 31:00 "The Coocoo" 35:20 "The Wagoner's Lad" 41:20 "Beaumont rag" 48:15 "Cocaine blues" 52:25 "Way Downtown" 56:50 "Gonna lay down my old guitar"

@markgoss3700

3 жыл бұрын

Absolute legend, thank you!

@conniefletcher6884

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@sunnyside7921

3 жыл бұрын

Thank ya! Salute!

@notmyname3681

3 жыл бұрын

haha found this since I'm learning Shady Grove... and he ain't played it. What a find though, and ty for the track list.

@sdrtcacgnrjrc

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this (should be pinned)

We've lost Doc, but gained Billy. Amazing musicians.

@janbenschop7597

3 жыл бұрын

Right on, bro. Very good point.

@janbenschop7597

3 жыл бұрын

I met Doc through a mutual friend in 1972.

@murraygardner665

3 жыл бұрын

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@jimmorgan917

3 жыл бұрын

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@ClintonCaraway

3 жыл бұрын

I grow up seeing The Tony Rice Unit several times a year and he was why I feel in love with this type music. Doc Watson lived locally and I met him numerous times. It is so awesome Billy will give the love of this music to the next generation!! He is the next Clarence White in my opinion!!

I'm 75 years old, and when I was 16, my grandparents took me downtown Mpls. (on a bus no less) to the Guthrie Theater to see Doc Watson! He was so awesome, and I still have the program from that time. It is a precious memory. He'd be so proud of you Billy!! You're amazing!

@jaredgibson7462

25 күн бұрын

Im mid 30's and i enjoyed reading your comment and imagining myself back in that time. It's very cool that you still have the program! Thank you for sharing 🙏

@iSharpen

19 күн бұрын

I'm imagining the cars in traffic during that bus ride. Was it a hot day? In my mind it was.

He's also just a great story teller. He honors the past and puts his modern spin in. Amazing performer!

GOOD GOD ALMIGHTY THIS BOY CAN PICK!!!!! DOC WOULD BE PROUD!!

@thejonnytexperience4414

3 жыл бұрын

Imagine if he picked plugged into the wall of sound !! We would be slappin our overall clad knees for miles haha

@adamlthompson4966

2 жыл бұрын

You ain't lying.

@randalltuck9588

2 жыл бұрын

@@thejonnytexperience4414 some UU it is

If Doc Watson heard this... his chest would swell with pride and he would have that great smile that went from ear to ear.....

@danieferreira9094

3 жыл бұрын

Wood_Strings_Voice_Music Doc would grab a guitar and join in!

@Fnberg744

3 жыл бұрын

He's conducting from just beyond the veil. That's why Billy has his eyes closed.

@lisbethbird8268

3 жыл бұрын

Doc already knew. Like, he didn't know the future...But he knew that the songs were going to live on. And he is delighted to see and hear this particular performance.

This is like gold flowing through my ears unto my soul! My cup filleth up 👊🫀🍻

@robertphillipson9697

9 ай бұрын

Your comment is pure poetry. I feel that way.

If! If I could, I would keep pushing the thumbs up button for this whole performance.

@kwslack8513

Ай бұрын

1 to 5 stars for like, agreed a 5

America.....you have something very special in this young man, who pays homage to a bluegrass legend in his heart, fingers, and words. Good to see some of the younger generation keeps the older generation living, along with a vital part of Americas history. God bless you all the way from Australia.

@patrickfoster4586

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks from Louisiana! Billy is leading a Bluegrass revival. Cheers P[>

@theflyingcrud

3 жыл бұрын

Nice to see the appreciation for this music! Grew up in the backwoods of the blue ridge so this music is deeply important to me. Cheers to both of y'all!

@randalbladel2817

2 жыл бұрын

You can find a set he did with the incredible Aussie Tommy Emmanuel.

@GaZonk100

2 жыл бұрын

St Kilda, me...yes!

@smurfo2431

2 жыл бұрын

B H, I’m also from the land of oz, As of 18 months ago never new much about bluegrass or had ever heard of billy Strings, absolutely amazing musician and my favourite style of music now, He was a big influence on getting me through the agony of those last 18 months living in communist Victoria Australia. I even emailed Thompson Guitars to buy the Billy Strings limited guitar , but due to $ exchange rate, way out of my price range. But he has opened my eyes to all the fantastic Musicians in this genre, Molly Tuttle also spring to mind. One day soon I’d love to travel to the states and go to a bluegrass festival featuring all these wonderful muso’s. Once our f#*ked up NWO government let’s me travel. God bless to all in the states

Billy is such a "Doc head" lol. He is so wholesome and really just so glad he has introduced me to his legendary inspirations!

How can you not fall in Love with this wonderful Music?

@knoelledesign1973

2 жыл бұрын

I can't not

@charlesclemons4166

Жыл бұрын

It Really hits the SMILE button!...doesn't it?

Half of my family is from the Appalachian Mountain of Mitchell County, NC. This music just fills my soul, plum full! You fellas are so talented and I Love Every Note! Stunning, Amazing flat picking! Thank You, Billy, Billy, Drew and Royal! You're all, Masters of your instruments! This is the best Bluegrass, since Doc, Lester and Earl. Let us not forget Dear Ole, Wayne Henderson too. ))) THANK YOU ALL,, for this Precious TREASURE and for keeping it Alive ! This brings big tears to my eyes, when I think of our Beloved Doc and Merle.

Unbelievable. These days, music companies are clamoring over the Morgan Wallen’s of the world, but this guy goes unnoticed. This is three years old as I’m watching it. I hope success comes to this man in whatever way he wants it.

@allinwitad5557

3 жыл бұрын

who is Morgan Wallens? Ive seen Billy Strings live, worth it and can't wait to see him again. Check out him and Marcus King

@norarebolledo2630

3 жыл бұрын

Muy hermosa su musica vaqera relinda

@Mackathne

3 жыл бұрын

He won the grammy for best bluegrass album just recently

@JacoSeth

3 жыл бұрын

He won a grammy recently! So he's getting his

@7frodo7

3 жыл бұрын

Everybody has a start and so did billy......it’s what you learn from it that shapes you

I grew up in North Carolina and Doc and later, Merle's music was almost always a part of the music playing in our house. Billy...Thank you for honoring his legacy. AMEN.

@adrianconley5811

2 жыл бұрын

He is still up ⬆️

I love watching how he just falls into the role, and he does it so flawless.. He was clearly born to lead this kind of amazing sound into the future. Classic, and ever evolving to a more beautiful and modern form. I simply love listening to people with true passion, playing and singing what they love, as much as I love enjoying listening to it. This is the definition of passion, and commitment

I got my first guitar at 15, and I taught myself how to play. I thought I was good, sometimes real good. I hear Billy play 1 song and I'm like---50 years and I'm ready to put down this guitar and just go back to pickin' my nose. Go get 'em Billy!

@kathleensorce8468

Жыл бұрын

Think positive. Don't quit. I played piano for years, then stopped. Can't even read music anymore. I'm 66 now & gonna try the harmonica. What the heck🙏🏼😊

@mikeholland8416

Жыл бұрын

That's funny man. Seen Doc and Billy

I don't think I have ever smiled for an hour and 5 minutes straight before I clicked on this video.

@michaelbscales2595

2 жыл бұрын

Me too. My cheeks hurt . Billy is totally Amazing. I never listened to this type of music until I was turned on to it by my neighbor out of the blue. Wow

@IsaiahKeiser

2 жыл бұрын

What did you do for the other 9 seconds? ;)

I hadn't realized before what a historian Billy is, and what a natural story teller.

What a group /band of country/bluegrass musicians. WOW, could listen to them repeatedly.

I am not usually the fangirl type but Billy has changed that, I am so in love with his talent,his voice, his passion! I don't care what anyone says 🤷 he is truly the greatest guitarist of all time! 🐐 bmfs 💘 baby! 💘

@larryellis5675

2 жыл бұрын

You could make a lot of really bad choices among the popular performers of today’s world. It says something about your character in your choice. I hope Billy has a long brilliant career so when your my age (70’s) you can look back and proudly say “l liked him back in the 20’s”.

@charlesclemons4166

Жыл бұрын

He is certainly among the best ever.

originally commented by - D bishop 0:59 "Train that carried my girl from town" 3:57 into "Black Mountain Rag" 7:48 "Southbound" 12:12 "Walk on boy" 16:40 "John Henry" 20:12 "Little Saddie" 24:40 "Tom Dooley" 31:00 "The Coocoo" 35:20 "The Wagoner's Lad" 41:20 "Beaumont rag" 45:00 "Down in the valley to pray" 48:15 "Cocaine blues" 52:25 "Way Downtown" 56:50 "Gonna lay down my old guitar"

@coryCuc

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

@d-fens5866

3 жыл бұрын

You’re a scholar sir

@dbishop4542

3 жыл бұрын

Bro, how you just gonna jack my comment like that. Wack!

@coryCuc

3 жыл бұрын

@@dbishop4542 Woahh. That's messed up! Fucking idiot.

@harryhakin33

3 жыл бұрын

@@dbishop4542 i didn't intend to jack your comment, i just wanted it to be easier too find for myself and others

One of the best sets I've ever listened to... so enjoyable to hear Billy's energy and passion for Doc's style of playing.

@chalmersfamilyband

3 жыл бұрын

Timeless!!!

@emiller9426

3 жыл бұрын

You bet! Nice to here that Doc isn't forgotten and has young talent respecting his greatness.

@ianpaul7895

3 жыл бұрын

I think I saw Doc Watson, once, some 40 years ago. Alas, I was quite enamored, at the time, with the much more popular Bakersfield, Texas, and Outlaw sounds; so, my memory of it is hazy. But, I gotta say, I really enjoy hearing this kid and his band mates play.

@joshuas.934

3 жыл бұрын

@@emiller9426, Billy will be known as the next Doc Watson in his time. He is just starting out, such a young talent.

@johnlinhardt2211

2 жыл бұрын

Good god it’s fricking the best I’ve heard in 65 frickin years!

He is seriously one of my favorite musicans of all time, I always wonder is he as awesome in person as his presence on stage. He seems so genuine!

@mikeholland8416

Жыл бұрын

Yes I'm sure

@djmtndew

11 ай бұрын

What you get is what you see with Billy.

@billorphus

11 ай бұрын

His live show is the best thing I've ever seen!

Billy’s father raised him with a guitar since a toddler. Other videos are great. A show with him and his dad playing is so good. His father is so proud. He’s wearing a Billy Strings hat. Also played with Tommy Emanuel. Tommy wouldn’t play with just anyone. He’s a living legend!

Billy has a tremendous voice and "stage presence" and he can find notes I didn't even know existed!

@joshuas.934

3 жыл бұрын

He gets on stage and does what he loves. It will bring tears to my eyes.

Billy said"I've never really played that song in front of people before " well Billy, you nailed it!

This version of “Southbound” is incredible!

God has truly blessed this young man. I can see Doc smiling down upon him from his heavenly porch.

@babswright2664

2 жыл бұрын

We are blessed that he is in our lifetime

@TheBamaKid1962

2 жыл бұрын

And God has blessed us with ears to hear these young men play, I was fortunate enough to see them play at Mars Hall in Huntsville AL right before the covid "pandemic" closed everything down, January 23rd 2020, a night I will remember and tell my grandson stories about!

66 year old retired rocker here... would occasionally listen and marvel at bluegrass... but THIS my friend commands respect for well rounded talent! WOW... I can listen to this for HOURS ON END!

@fasteddie8782

2 жыл бұрын

me too...

@joeltamaray1296

2 жыл бұрын

Ang galing....

@garnerjoyce606

5 күн бұрын

Christian?, job tomorrow?

@garnerjoyce606

5 күн бұрын

Of old thought things through

@garnerjoyce606

5 күн бұрын

She might not be dead

Zen guitar. Completely unconscious when he gets going. What a way to make a living for sure.

@thereverendsam413

3 жыл бұрын

You cannot play this fast if you have to think consciously about it. He put in a lot of hours in the woodshed to get there.

@MikeyPaxton

3 жыл бұрын

Channeling his thoughts to his fingers, like few before him.

@cosmyccowboy

3 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of BB King in that after his concert was over you were convinced that no one in the whole place had a better time than he did!

@MikeyPaxton

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking of BB when I made that comment, Jeff. 🍻

@cosmyccowboy

3 жыл бұрын

TheOGMikeyP he was not 20 feet from me when I heard him say that he would play music for free if he had to and he would be doing it until the day he died!

Damn! All you boys have such exceptional talent!!! It was a pleasure to listen to you:) Thanx!

Billy was such a hit at Wintergrass. It's been a delight watching him grow from being masterful to becoming a master at such a young age.

DAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAM ! ! If you remember the old Maxell ad with the guy in the armchair being blown back from the speakers, well, now we know what he was listening to.

@margehealey3469

3 жыл бұрын

Sure do.

@joshuas.934

3 жыл бұрын

He is amazing. He will be know as one of the best.

@davidfountain863

3 жыл бұрын

Didn’t a Drink slide back into his hand 😁

It's great to hear youngsters like Billy Strings carry the torch of this priceless AMERICAN music that should never be forgotten!

@frankatchison2519

3 жыл бұрын

This music should "NEVER" be forgotten. Hillbilly music kinda grew on me' When I heard it on the movie Bonnie - n - Clyde, when I was a little punk kid. (Foggy Mountain Breakdown) is probably my favorite.

@chris8878

3 жыл бұрын

Bluegrass is amazing cultural music, it’s a shame Hollywood movies have portrayed this music in such a negative way. I’m 32 and I’ve cut Hollywood from my American life for good for many reasons.

@frankatchison2519

3 жыл бұрын

@@chris8878 It sounded good in the Origional Bonnie and Clyde!

@pablpfanque

3 жыл бұрын

@@chris8878 You're wise beyond your years. From a 61yr old.

@chalmersfamilyband

3 жыл бұрын

@@chris8878 me too!!

Goddamn.. Billy is awesome, but his boy playing banjo is amazing. And the dude playing the mandolin is equally amazing. This is a pleasure to listen to. The talent here is beyond belief.

@poughkeepsieblue

2 жыл бұрын

Damn, even the bass is amazing. This is truly a pleasure to behold.

That was absolutely, positively, one of the best performances I have ever witnessed! Just wow. Fuckin' WOW!

@pietop55

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!!!

@billstetler6769

2 жыл бұрын

Just wow will do

@dwerk3

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly how I feel 🤣 no words can explain it. U can just feel that energy and history!!

@rosscampbell1173

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. However check out Billy and Bryan Sutton at The Station House. It’s amazing.

Finding shows like this makes not being be to sleep no so bad

Words cannot do these guy justice!!!! WOW!!!!! Just WOW.. Never thought I'd get my head blown again like this!!! Can't wait for festival season!!!!

Crazy where he's been in 5 years!❤

I LOVE this music. was raised in Michigan too . Listened and danced to this kind of music a lot. Billy you are so talented and even better with your fantastic band.

I noticed throughout this that there seems to be no ones ego interfering. Everyone appears to be an equal participant in every way. Of course this will happen for the bassist later I’m sure Christ he’s learning on the fly here which is amazing. But this seems to be a quality I noticed with doc too. He was always telling this one to pick or that one to go. He never had to be the center of attention 24/7. He recognized that everyone had talent. Some may have been starting their journey but they all had worth to him. This isn’t something you see in rock bands. The lead singer is the prima Donna always. It’s a gracious welcoming that you feel during these collaborations that happen with bluegrass and folk music that just make you feel like your little space in the world is better for having listened to it. I don’t know if I’m making sense 😂

@henrytupper6959

3 жыл бұрын

That’s what I like about Bluegrass. There is no spotlight..

@glennblevins

3 жыл бұрын

Then you didn't notice the two times the mandolin player messed up

@brucepoe3701

3 жыл бұрын

It's very special with Mosat (sp) learning on the fly. I'm fortunate that I have been onto these guys for several years and have traveled the country to be there. Much love.

@wreed3621

3 жыл бұрын

@@glennblevins damn you're such a pro brah

@emiller9426

3 жыл бұрын

Doc was all about the music! Humble man! He did wind up standing out but not because he tried......it just came natural.

00:00 Billy Strings starts off with a Doc Watson medley 07:46 Southbound (written by Merle Watson) 12:05 Walk On Boy 16:38 John Henry 20:11 Little Sadie 24:20 Tom Dooley 28:35 (Story about Ralph Rinzler, mandolin player with the Greenbriar Boys & music historian) 31:00 The Cuckoo Bird (Billy on clawhammer banjo) 35:20 The Wagoner's Lad (Billy on clawhammer banjo) 41:22 Beaumont Rag 45:12 Down in the Valley to Pray (Billy sings a cappella) 48:21 Let the Cocaine Be 52:26 Way Downtown 56:51 Gonna Lay Down My Old Guitar

@pattidale7968

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t remember hearing shady grove

@brantleylewis6262

3 жыл бұрын

@@pattidale7968 shady grove is a hidden way away in the Carolina mountains near villias

@MrFARQIE

3 жыл бұрын

Legend!

@jimothysaunders4090

3 жыл бұрын

This comment needs to be pinned so I don't have to look for it everytime!

You guys make an awesome band , thanks for the wonderful performances

These guys amaze me . True musicians. Thank you lord

This will be a treasure in time, a jewel for the ages! RESECT Billy for actually caring to learn what mountain music is about. Most people don't understand us folks of East Tennessee. Mountain music is real life about real people.

@charlesclemons4166

Жыл бұрын

Already IS, to those who have an Ear to Hear.

Kudos to the bass player getting up on stage without knowing these tunes.

@markshutts9112

3 жыл бұрын

Jazz.....what key?

@joevititoe8887

3 жыл бұрын

M

@keithlambert6217

3 жыл бұрын

I love Billy Strings but this video is hard to watch. Seemed like he was relentlessly riding on that bass player...

@billnowlin9148

3 жыл бұрын

That Bass Player was a walk on and he hit every lick!!! Helluva Bass Player!

@crujones4915

3 жыл бұрын

@@keithlambert6217 your comment is hard to understand. Maybe you should watch the whole thing from start to finish. This set was an afterthought from the people in charge. Royal learned each song on the fly.

Its good to see youth in Blue Grass.

Billy Strings is without doubt the greatest hero i've come across in the last 10 years.

Doc’s smiling! I know I am; Billy covers Doc’s songs with heart and soul.

Oh My, I almost didnt listen to this, to go back n hear some older Billy Strings. Glad I used Patience, and listened to this 105 mins , of Billy

Doc was huge, period. I'm sure he is up there.

This young guy, has more raw talent his finger than most musicians ...Would’ve accumulated in Lifetime !!

Brings up memories of when I was a child in the sixties while a new music was being born in rock there was an older family music that continued on to this day through young men like these. I'm reunited with my familys past thank you Billy

@joshuas.934

3 жыл бұрын

Billy can bring you back to the beginnings of Bluegrass and he also has his own music that he wrote himself. He is probably the best artist in the musical world.

@lisbethbird8268

3 жыл бұрын

♥

This young man is great! Doc would be proud to know he influenced him. Great picking by all the members of the band.

The banter! Best day of my life

I've listened to this 6 times, and just realized that Bill Failings' facial expressions are funny as hell...which says nothing whatsoever about his Gorgeous Banjo Playing. I💙 U Guys. Pick it up Billy, that bow be calling your name. Royal stuck it out to this day thank heaven.Drew doin his thing like it's nothing. Don't quit you guys. You're dearly loved and respected. 💚💚🐢🐢🐘🦩⛈️🌌🌈

The whole band is amazing! Billy is phenomenally talented.

@joshuas.934

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, Billy Strings is amazing and he will get more talented as he keeps playing.

Billy's intro to Beaumont rag brought tears to my eyes. What a cool dude!

Drew is such an astonishing player too on the mandolin I love the stunt he pulled on his ride on the Beaumont rag

@D45VR

2 жыл бұрын

lightning fingers on that run

A whole set of Doc songs? Goodness, gracious!

That bass player knows what's up

Had the pleasure of doing sound for Doc and Merle at local college gigs around his home in NC. He was a true gentleman full of surprises. I once flew to a last minute gig with him in his 4 seat plane. Once airborne he took the controls. He was also known to play Frisbee from time to time; that's how tuned to the elements he was. A true gentleman who never cared for the spotlight just the music and support for anyone who wanted to join in. Billy does him proud he would say.

Best music siens i left alabama.god bless.

Listened as a kid, loved the blues & country then. 50+ years later love it still esp. with a "kid" (to me) playing & singing the way he does. No walking around like a chicken...picken, grinnin & great renditions. Great band members too...finest caliber! Hopefully he'll be doing it 50 years from now.

Amazing - Royal Massat auditioning right there.

Such relaxed energy and precision. You will see these guys around long after I am gone. Appreciate it. It is the real deal.

@jennyward6448

3 жыл бұрын

Loved every minute of this music. The ability of each member of this band was amazing.

I am so grateful for the music these 4 play - I need it - thank-you, thank-you, thank-you, thank-you!

The cords will touch millions of hearts

My favorite set of Billy's I've seen yet. Doc and Billy are my bluegrass heroes.

@andrewbeattieRAB

3 жыл бұрын

Zach Hannah AND Molly Tuttle

@shawni321

3 жыл бұрын

Billy has that same vocal quality, I am not a vocal coach but that is a throaty vocal, it's crazy good

First of all, I never knew I liked music like this until recently. Second of all, HUGE props to the bass player.

@sidforbrains6552

3 жыл бұрын

grab ya some Doc and Bill Monroe.....then find Rhiannon Giddens in her Carolina Chocolate Drops days...lovin me some organic tunes

@OK-Take5

3 жыл бұрын

@@sidforbrains6552 Yes Rhiannon for sure.

@spacelemur7955

3 жыл бұрын

Roots music has great musicians who are more in it for the love than the fame. The roots of this music go back in various stages a couple of thousand years (as witnessed by the similar music in long separated Celtic populations in Europe).

@biscuiteater2696

3 жыл бұрын

Gotta check out old and new. Some good stuff!

@biscuiteater2696

3 жыл бұрын

@Space Lemur and he played rock and METAL for a bit when younger.

Hopefully the day I go, I'll be listening to some of this. THANKYOU Doc& Billy.

Wow I grew up off bluegrass outlaw country just finding him I been living under rock or something.

WOW, how many changes in one song can you get, this guy can pick a guitar.

Doc Watson would be so proud of these guys. As I am. Love it.

OMG. Why haven’t we heard more of this guy I came across him by accident. And I think it was the best accident I ever had lol. Iv watched every gig that’s on utube man this guy can flat pick I had goose bumps on the back of my neck listening to him play. We got to hear more from this guy your an inspiration man.keep it going. And the banjo player is shit hot as well. Love the music can’t get enough. Cheers. Colin. London.

Can't stop listenin' to this video... most excellent flattop pickin' by "Billy Smokin' Supersonic Strings".