It is incredible how these live songs sound EXACTLY like the recordings! He was such a professional, - and his voice!!! R.I.P., Gord.

Miguel…..😢😢😢😢 Gordon is/was the greatest musician on the planet. Thank you, KZread, for letting us have all the videos. His fans worship him…and we always will!!🙏🏻🍁🐴🎶🇨🇦 So glad I live over the Canadian border. Wish I could move to the Canada

How were we ever blessed with such a standard bearer of our Canadian soul? Thank you bright star, never to be dimmed in our memory and heart. RIP...

@uncatila

7 сағат бұрын

it's sick how Trudeau forced him to take the Vax before letting him go to sing in America

I'm 74. of all the songwriter, singers he's my second favorite. just think how many I've had to choose from. says a lot for him doesn't it?

The talent, the haunting voice, the words and his sense of World! He's Canadian, but he is truely an Iconic force!

When i was around 14 years old in New Brunswick, i bought a Gordon Lightfoot album for my mother. At the record store, i quickly decided to buy it, not really knowing if my mom would like it. Of course, we heard Gordon on the radio at home all the time. Back then, personally, i loved his songs, and i'm not surprised that he's recognised has the top Canadian musician of the century.

R.I.P. Dear Gordon. d: May 1, 2023.. You have gifted us with countless memorable songs with poetic lyrics and beautiful melodies. Thank You.

The best singer songwriter of all time.

@monicacall7532

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! His voice is so unique and beautiful.

@uncatila

7 сағат бұрын

praise God for his blessings Praise Him for his sons waiting there in heaven now praying for everyone leave a gentle tear drop over his remains He will save a song for you long after his all his faim teardrops bless the flowers heaven bursts with rain wearing down the boulders the stone hearts that remain

It's so beautiful to know that Gordon touches hearts with his music even today. Thank you for your comment.

@frankmelkert9503

4 жыл бұрын

Most of the world don't even know about Gord's first 4 albums they are amazing

@rosejones9317

3 жыл бұрын

I'll always love him. His music strikes a lonely chord in me -- one I can't quite put my finger on. Similar to "that lonesome whistle moan". From a long, long time ago. Thank you, GL, for the years of music and poetry.🙏🙏🙏

@doneverly7745

3 жыл бұрын

Kid Curry, I'm just wondering did you take the name Kid Curry from the early 70s TV show Alisa Smith and Jones? With the late Peter Duel?

@lynnadams7017

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this

I have only seen him twice. I believe he is the greatest song writer of our time.

@josephgavron1099

6 ай бұрын

Saw him live Chicago rosemont horizon 1987ish. Best concert I ever attended

@danielibnz

3 ай бұрын

@@josephgavron1099 Saw him in Waukegan, Illinois, at the Genesee Theatre (28 MAR 2008)...!

Gordon is one of my wife's and my all time favorites...he was a real troubadour, something seemingly lost these days. That's a real shame...storytellers have largely been replaced by electronic music. God bless Gordon for keeping the torch alive.

@waynecarter4200

3 жыл бұрын

i got lucky,my teacher taute me about guys like this im 62 now she is 73,man its so old school i guess

@waynecarter4200

3 жыл бұрын

his voice makes me cry

@TonyM1961

2 жыл бұрын

@@waynecarter4200 taught... your teacher should have taught you how to spell

@waynecarter4200

2 жыл бұрын

@@TonyM1961 hey tony, so i misspelled it,guess you never made a mistake huh?

@randyperkins7721

Жыл бұрын

It's going to be sad when he leaves this life. What a talent God has given him. Saw him in concert three times...a true Canadian and American treasure.

What a masterpiece this concert is Lightfoot at he best. Red Shea was just such a talent.

His voice is so incredible that it sounds exactly like you're listening to an album! I really do feel like I'm there!

@elltoft Red Shea was a master, 40 years on and his playing is still unmatched. What a great sound Red's counter-melodies and harmonies made together with Gordon and Rick ....

@frankmelkert9503

4 жыл бұрын

Was so precise with Gordon's amazing rhythm that it froze the audience in their seats

JUST PHENOMENAL!! Best Gord Lightfoot live concert video ever- period- BAR NONE!! Thanks SO MUCH for this treasure from the greatest singer/ songwriter/ performer of the past 50+ years!! Only performances of Nova Scotia Farewell & Miguel I have ever seen. This is Gord in his absolute prime.

Absoluely FANTASTIC!!!! Gordon Lightfoot is THE GREATEST singer-songwriter ever. Thank you so much for posting this wonderful video.

This is PEAK Lightfoot

Lightfoot has written more songs than anybody. If he is a national treasure in his native Canada, he is equally is one here in the states. I was 19 when while listening to Ian and Sylvia also folk singers of that era and good friends of lightfoot that I discovered him I’m 72 and still listen to him, there will never ever be the likes of this man amen

He has the most beautiful expressive voice, ever.

Gordon Lightfoot...our Canadian treasure!

It just doesn't get any better than this ~ it never will....thankyou Gordon~

This guy's music i so timeless and so beautiful. I turn it on at night and let it lull me to sleep.

What a powerful voice. Thank you Gordon for giving me hours of stories to fill my head while driving endless miles on dark empty roads... R.I.P.

@elltoft It was such a pleasure to be able to upload this fantastic concert. Your fathers guitar playing is unique and amazing and will go down in history as some of the greatest guitar playing ever. I am honoured that you have been so kind to make a comment on this video and I know of how proud you must feel to have such a fantastically talented father. Best wishes, John (a.k.a. Bensisko16)

Gordon Lightfoot was a great composer, an incredible storyteller, a good singer always surrounded by great musicians, R.I.P Gordon from Valencia, Spain

What a treasure of Gordon's earlier works. The setting and music is so tight with Red Shea and Rick Haynes just expanding Mr. Lighfoot's remarkable talent. Thank you for sharing this!

@tfb9072

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Red's always going for it. No fear. One of the greatest, largely unheralded acoustic guitarist in our time.

Makes me real proud to be Canadian.

I love, LOVE both parts of this concert. Gord with his sidemen (mostly unplugged) puts on the most intimate and heartfelt concert. What a treat. Thanks for uploading these treasures!

I just love Gordon and his guitar playing! I especially love the older material when it was just Gordon, lead guitar, and bass. Red Shea is just an incredible guitar player and he looks like he is sitting watching tv he is so at ease. Gordons music is something that no longer can be found anywhere so thanks so much for this concert post.

@patrickdoherty6973

6 ай бұрын

If l lived to a hundred l never get fed up listing to this guy with red shea

@Cashcrop54

6 ай бұрын

@@patrickdoherty6973 100%

Gordon, the first time I heard you singing in on a CBC show called 'After Four' years ago, I ran from the kitchen to the room where the old black and whjite TV was playing, and just gazed at this guy, sitting very cool on a stool singing a beautiful song, you and your singing stole my heart then and it still is so almost 50 years later. Thanks for posting this. Great !!

This is Gordon at his peak. enjoy!

Songs of my life. I'm gonna miss you for a long long time..

I believe no one will ever compare as a singer/songwriter to Gord. Truly a troubadour---I believe the likes of which we'll never see again. Pure, simple genius---how I wish I could have seen him live...no singer has ever carried my imagination so deeply into my heart...

@marykarle9592

4 жыл бұрын

Ellen Edwards Hi, I saw him when he first came out live...oh gosh what an experience!

What can I say, three of the most accomplished musicians who ever played together and while Gordon was the nexus everyone appreciated Red & Terry. brings back so many sweet memories of seeing them live; right now time stands still & all is well with the world again; they'll never be forgotten, the passage of time only makes us appreciate greatness even more!

Red and Rick always had such a special style and ability like Maury Muehleisen did with Jim Croce to play such perfectly complimentary parts for Lightfoot. When I was younger and first heard Sunday Concert the blend was so brilliant...a perfect combination of discipline.freedom,sweetness and dynamics. This video is just proof of the magic this music holds. It's like its patiently waiting to be discovered by new ears.

@thomasfennessy7999

Жыл бұрын

Exactly what I have been thinking for some time Maury Muehleisen and Red Shea two of a kind. Unfortunately not celebrated enough!

@gordiesings

Жыл бұрын

@@thomasfennessy7999 Red Shea's playing is just beyond compare.

Thank you bensisko16 for sharing this with us all. His music always touches my heart and soul.

Fantastic prime Lightfoot! Red Shea will live forever!

Well its been just a little bit over a month since We Lost this Canadian Treasure and still feels like a giant hole in our world, R.I.P. GL. You can Now sing for the Angel's, Definitely a Canadian treasure, Cause if you go to Quebec and don't speak French....well they won't like you . And Gord tells em' up front he can't speak the language and,THEY LOVED HIM ANYWAY!!. Thanks for a lifetime of great music

Imagine the historical significance of this concert footage. Gordon at his peak. Introducing the BBC audience to his dear friend "you may have heard of from Nashville, Kris Kristofferson". The Canadian Railroad Trilogy marks him as one of Canadas greatest poets and historians. Love always to Gordon. Even my 30 year old girfriend in New Orleans regards him as the finest.

Just simple sheer genius. The magic of Gordon Lightfoot and Red Shea. Astounding.

Been listening to Gordon since I was a kid. No one can blend words and melody like him, and likely will be a long, long time before anyone comes close-if ever. I love this upload - thanks, Bensisko, for sharing this with the world! BK

@kevancorkill2068

Жыл бұрын

I don't think it ever will be again in the interview that he had years back with Joan Lunden on ABC Good Morning America she asked him if the folk Trend would ever come back again and at first he said maybe but then he said no so enjoy what we have but the good news is is Gordon is in glory and we will meet him one day and we will have a good time there God bless you

Thank you for sharing this. Gordon Lightfoot is an amazing storyteller through music. Nostalgic, pure unadulterated beauty. Love, love, love this. ❤️🎶

@AsiyihKhanum-lx3wf

Жыл бұрын

I love you Gordon!!

Sweet memories... my dad took me in 69 in Guelph- years later I took my son to see him in Kitchener and he referenced Railroad Trilogy from the 69 concert. 30 years later! This 72 concert MUST be released on DVD. A Canadian who has said it all.Thanks Gord. And thank you for putting this concert on-line.

Thank you SO MUCH for this video. I watched it twice last night (until two AM) and was thrilled to see Gordon and Red and Rick at what I feel was the peak of their performance career. There is so little video (that I know of) of Lightfoot from his early days live and well recorded so this was a treat - thanks again!

@elizabethboyes-7955

Жыл бұрын

so very smooth is his voici love listening to Gordon and I am 81, brings me back through my 2 marriage and my 3 sons who I adore.

@sblack48

Жыл бұрын

Definitely in his prime and I prefer the 3 pc outfit to his larger bands. This is classic Gord

Just saw Gordo for the second time tonight (6/21/13) at a small, intimate venue.....and while he's lost a bit of the edge, he still knocked my socks off. What a truly inspirational singer and songwriter he is! He can still carry you away to the Canadian North Woods or the Carefree Highway-he sings and you are there. At 74, he can still make magic music. See this great legend while you can!

This is masterly. Saw him in Dublin a few years back.. still a riveting performer

この頃のゴードンが一番かっこいい！ギターもボーカルもサイドギターも秀逸だわ‼️

Simply a transcendent talent. Backed by a totally committed band of professionals, driven by his own incredible perfectionism, Gordon produced one great song after another. Like Jimmy Webb, he combines deeply poetic, brilliant lyrics with gorgeous melodies always performed impeccably. I never tire of listening to him.

oh, how long ago. Look at 'Richard' (the ol' strawboss, Rick Haynes) and the now late Red Shea. And Gord, with his sherry coloured eyes and impatient stage manners. There are songs here I never heard live and haven't heard in years. This, then, is why we know he is simply the best. And his was the first version of Me and Bobby McGee, and still the best I think.

dude... you said it right. Red Shea was, is the Eddie Van Halen of folk music. His triads, alt. bass melodies, in versions, etc. are unmatched. Oh. did i mention he's way way humble. So is Terry Clements, but with all do respect, Terry: great n original cat Red: GUITAR GOD!!!

Thanks for posting this great concert, certainly one of Gordon’s best. I’ve been a Lightfoot fan since the 60’s, and this video really showcases him at his best. And Red was absolutely brilliant, I’m in awe every time I listen to him play. You put a big smile on my face during this time of isolation during the pandemic.

I was proud to meet Gordon at one of his concerts. I was devastated when I heard he died. Happy trails Gordon, You're greatly missed.

Thank you so much for posting this concert. I haven't been so moved since the late sixties and early 70's when I would see them all live. As a young musicians my friends and I were mesmerized by the sound of this fantastic trio. John and then Rick on bass and especially Red's guitar work that blended so well with the Lightfoot strumming and picking simply amazed us. And that voice! That pure resonating tone that Gord had back then. How I wish it hadn't faded so over the years. Thanks again!!!

His voice is mesmerizing and just floats............there is no one like him. The Great Gordon LIghtfoot. Our National Treasure, may you rest easy. Much love, ♥

It’s such a treat to see this footage from Gordon’s prime. What an artist! I’ve always liked Gordon, but really started digging into his catalogue during COVID and had my eyes opened to his incredible talent and the depth of his body of work. Those of us who came of age during the 70’s surely know him for standards such as if You Could Read My Mind, Sundown and Carefree Highway, but maybe not so much for gems like Summer Side of Life, 10 Degrees and Getting Colder, or Early Morning Rain. Plus, he had the musical chops to write the music and lyrics. Who does that? And as some have said, in his prime, he was such a force on the 12 string… no drums needed.

Wow, one of the best singer, song writers ever. Thanks Gord. John P.

bensisko16, this is the true beauty of KZread. So many good people sharing POSITIVE, yes, POSITIVE comments about a muscial artist we all like very much. NO harsh or disrespectful comments. No hatred, no religious chatter, nobody is right or wrong. Just simple appreciation for fine music from a fine musician, that's all. Greetings from Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada.

00:14 Farewell To Nova Scotia (Stompin' Tom Connors) 04:06 Miguel 08:16 Me & Bobby McGee 13:00 Nous Vivons Ensemble 16:50 Minstrel Of The Dawn 20:17 Talking In Your Sleep 23:48 Canadian Railroad Trilogy

@kevancorkill2068

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the listing

@elltoft Watching my dad (Gord) play these sweet tunes moved me as well. Thanks for the upload! elltoft... we should talk! Your father was a common subject in my household growing up, as well as a very large part of my father's past!!

@monicacall7532

3 жыл бұрын

Your father has been my musical hero ever since him sing “If You Could Read My Mind” on the radio the very first time our local rock radio station played it when I was 13. It was the first time that the beauty of a piece of music (and the voice that sang it) reached deep inside of my soul and made me weep. I’ve been a fan ever since that time and have had the privilege of introducing many people to your dad’s fabulous music. You are so fortunate to have a poet and a musician as a father.

I saw him in 2000, and he sounded great as he played all his hits.

Like his soft and fast strumming - technique on his Gibson B45 -12 - string guitar !!

I didn't know that Terry Clements had passed away. I have seen Gord so many times, in so many venues. I saw him once when your father (Red) was with them, but of course, mostly with Mr. Steady on guitar. What an amazing group. Gord with a library that was so extensive they could change songs every night and not repeat. A band that was so tight and so in tune with one another, and to play in the great concert halls like Massey Hall, well I was very lucky indeed. And what a great concert video!

@theowels2680

Жыл бұрын

@Gordon Lightfoot Rest Easy. Thank you for the music

@theowels2680

Жыл бұрын

Sympathies on this day😥

@elizabethboyes-7955

Жыл бұрын

❤thank you all for this concert.

@elizabethboyes-7955

Жыл бұрын

❤God's rest inpeace sweet man❤

@elizabethboyes-7955

Жыл бұрын

Gord

What a voice... Rick and Red are so perfect for the songs Lightfoot wrote. Thankfully a friend in England recorded this to DVD and sent it to me...The quality is superb for a 1971 television production. I have been watching it over and over since it arrived in my mailbox 4 days after it aired earlier this month. Sublime perfection. Can't wait for the 4 nights at Massey in May...

Gordon ( and band ) has had a huge impact on my mother, me, my children and now their children! That music was streamed into all our lives through years touching all of us.

I think Gordon’s early material like this concert (Part 1 & 2) is the purest essence of his musical and poetic talent! His poets’ soul really comes through, and his choice of subject is so classical story telling of Canada and the things that were close to his heart. He was so pure and simple and sweet, before he was influenced by other artists that diluted some of this innocence. I also love his twang….these were early days….pure Gordon Lightfoot. He later lost the twang and Canadian accent…such is life! But, I really love this early material….he is lovely and enticing, and I admit to falling head over heels for his singing voice!! :)

Nous vivons ensemble et nous aimons ça !!!!!! Merci Gordon

@yamahonkawazuki Thanks for this great comment, very much appreciated, and to everyone with your great comments. It's great to know that there are so many fans of Gordon and his backing musicians. Cheers

I appreciate the several times I sat in the audience for 3-4-5 of his masterful storytelling concerts decades ago.

@elltoft Hi, my name is Rob. If your father is Red Shea I have nothing to say but THANKYOU. Red Shea is a great guitarist and someone that Gord always talked about fondly. As for Terry Clements, same thing. Terry was there when Gord wrote the WRECK OF THE EDMUND FITZGERALD and those electric guitar riffs are indeed Terry's. Gordon Lightfoot (although his prime years may well be behind him, is still a legend.) Oh by the way, I used to work with the Bass Players' song Jeremiah!

I have see Gordon 5 times in my life, each concert was great. The first was at De Anza College in CA (sp) in 88. A long time ago, but he was still in top form then. No one artist has influenced me as much as Gordon Lightfoot and I doubt that anyone ever will. I play and write in hopes of coming up with something as great as these masterpieces.

So many monumental songs many with a very personal meaning.

i had never heard those two songs before.Miguel brought tears to my eyes too

A few days after the Grey Cup last year, my mom borrowed Lightfoot's new live CD from the library; one listen and I was hooked! My mom's favourite is Early Morning Rain, it came out when she was in grade 9. She used to sing his songs during her summer job as a strawberry picker during high school. I was so disappointed when I wasn't able to see him at the Harvest Picnic last week, but knowing he was nearby made me love him even more.

Thanks for the upload! Had the honor of meeting Gord and the Band outside the Arlington in Santa Barbara.Stood around and talked like we were old friends. Swapped sea stories with Terry (we're ex-Navy) Great bunch of guys. My drunk friend bummed a Cig. from Gord. His body guard was'nt amused but he just smiled and gave him one. Such grace! A night I'll never forget.

So amazing. It never gets old

This is absolutely marvelous. Thanks for posting. Not too much music like this anymore. I so miss this so! I do music myself, and only wish that more people could just sit and listen to this kind of music without any loud background. Thanks again for posting.

An absolute joy!!! I saw Gordon live in Atlanta in '73---but this video and audio is superb!!! Thank you for sharing this brilliant live concert!!!

I'm a friend of Elltoft and a huge fan of GL Met him twice. A true gentleman. It was a memorable moment in my life.

Thank you Mettz music. For the marvelous chance to look and listen to great Lightfoot

@elltoft I have seen Gord at least 30 times and will see him again in may at massey hall, I go back to the early 70s. Not much i can say to add to the comments givin. His voice in his prime and amazing guitar work says it all. I accually moved my family from toronto to orillia in the late 80s. due tell the noon day bell really did sound in orilla at noon(summertime dream), And in restless, i owned a farm near orillia, and would hear the steel rail going by in the early morning. we still hear it

YOU ARE A LEGEND GORDON REST IN PEACE YOUR MUSIC LIVES ON

Rest in peace you legend. Cannot believe he is gone 😢

LOST IN A SEA OF STRANGE FACES, SMILING, TALKING, DRINKING TO LIFE, & ME; SURROUNDED BY THIS MULTITUDE, ON COMES"IF U COULD READ MY MIND" AGAIN(1 GUESS WHO PUT THE QUARTER IN THE JUKE), NOW "SINGING ALONG W/"GORDON", CARESSING MY "SOUTHERN COMFORT" GLASS", TRYIN TO EMPTY MY BRAiN OF ANYTHING CONNECTED TO HER(DIANE-MY 1ST ,BUT NOT LAST TRUE LOVE). STRANGE THOUGHTS R SWIRLING IN MY HEAD, SHORTLY TO BECOME"TRYIN' TOO HARD", MY VERY 1ST SONG(WORDS, MUSIC& SONG SHEET).SO, NO PAIN, NO GAIN. OWE IT ALL TO U, THE LOST "LADY DIANE". ROCK ON.

@EmersumBiggins

2 жыл бұрын

Let’s hear it🙂

Your're very welcome. Thank you. Ben

As I listen to Gordon Lightfoot, it is not to recall the past but to feel how he speaks to my experiences now...it is a shame that true storytellers are very rare nowadays...and there is no better guitar virtuoso...

Very good music! This is the first time I actually saw him sing! He has a very good voice! :)

@cherixbiggs5819

7 жыл бұрын

You never got to see him in person? We went to see him so many times I can't count. He was soooo worth the price, and the effort of driving to wherever! His music is even better in concert than the studio recordings. I have loved him dearly as long as I've known his music....and that's a long time. Cheri B.

miguel. what a song. lightfoot was one of a kind. folk roots max rip

a true troubadour willnever see the likes of Gordon ever again

Gordon Lightfoot, is a Canadian Icon. I love his music, and not to mention him. Thank You Bensisko for Sharing with us. I would love to able to get the whole concert. I could never afford to go to a concert. Now I would like to get this concert.

THAT " GHOST" WILL NOT SET ME FREE> MUST I BE CONDEMNED TO LET THIS MEMORY CONSUME ME??

Saw Gordon Lightfoot in concert in Portland, Or. in 1972. One of my favorite concerts ever!

Absolutely Gordyat his fantastic best! Wonderful. Thank you, THANK YOU, for posting.

The first CFL game I ever saw (I live in the U.S., so it's not exactly advertised here, lol) was the 100th Grey Cup, back in 2012; I saw it on ESPN. Gordon sang a shortened version of "Canadian Railroad Trilogy" as part of the half-time show, and got a standing ovation. Justin Bieber, performing later in the same half-time show, got booed. He called on the crowd to make some noise; they booed louder.

Every time I hear Gord, I'm eigthteen again!

Gordon Lightfoot was magnificent.

This concert was recorded during a break in the recording of the LP "Summer Side of Life" and includes several unappreciated gems from that album. Have you ever heard such perfect live concert guitar as you hear on "Nous Vivons Ensemble"? Have you ever heard a more passionate Gord as you hear on this performance of "Talking In Your Sleep"? Will a new generation ever experience music as good as this?

@ivangranger8494

3 жыл бұрын

dllewiszz It would take a miracle. What a blessing to actually see him sing, 'Nous Vivons Ensemble,' again, in 2020.

amazing echo and vebratto in the same voice

just wonderful...thanks aren't enough for the archivist who posted this. I have done music for a living for almost 40 years, inspired mostly because of this man and these songs. He has been a good freind, and it is so nostalgic to see this footage; it brought more than one tear to these old eyes............

Superb-what a talent-be proud you Canadians. With Gord nothing else matters. Thanks.

It's a beautiful February Sunday morning here in New Brunswick, and I can't thank you enough for making it even better.