This was one of my dad's favorite songs, he played the original all the time in the truck when I rode around with him as a kid I miss you so much dad

@ronelpeens7366

4 ай бұрын

🙏 I too mis the best man I ever knew...so sorry

@anthonybrady-lb5ve

2 ай бұрын

Is he in the ALABAMA SLAMMER🤣🤣🤣

@kingoffire9373

2 ай бұрын

@@anthonybrady-lb5ve ? No, he passed away with several combined illnesses when I was in my 20s and i took care of him until he passed.

@ronelpeens7366

2 ай бұрын

@@anthonybrady-lb5ve vile reply 🤢🤮

@ulrichbaumann8928

2 ай бұрын

He must have been a great dad! Sorry for your loss, but I am happy for the good memories you have of him.

Six decades of listening to good music and this rendition is among the best!

@Ida-iu3uj

2 ай бұрын

It is.

@benrboss

Ай бұрын

meanwhile the geoff castelucci version

Как хорошо, что есть настоящая музыка и настоящие певцы. Слава им !

Every once in awhile, the KZread algorithm gets it right.

@ericthompson3982

5 ай бұрын

Correct.

@lotharsattel2351

5 ай бұрын

1:03 1:03

@captainidiot4301

4 ай бұрын

This guy knows what's up. That's how I got here too. Glad I showed up

@mattWallJsy

3 ай бұрын

Same here! Absolutely fantastic!

Jaw just dropped, I stopped and logged in just to like and comment. This is a return to my childhood. My parents played this song a million times. At 65 I never dreamed I would hear a better version than the one I heard so many years ago. Makes me want to go back and play this version for them. They would agree with me. But, still I give credit to Tennessee Ernie Ford for my affection to the song.

@chrisagler8472

2 жыл бұрын

Great cover but T. E. Ford still wins hands down. He made you feel it. Beautiful harmony though and well sung. definitely gets the thumbs up. I'm so glad that others are keeping the old song stories alive. It is our history you know. Still constantly tries to be the present too. Bet they could do a decent Big John.

@emmamaclachlan1971

2 жыл бұрын

❤️😘🙏🏼

@robanderson7471

2 жыл бұрын

You take the exact words from my thoughts. I'm 59 my mother big fan T.E.FORD so I heard many times as child. This is awesome version. Live what they're doing here.

@d2darrel

2 жыл бұрын

Geoff Castellucci is good too kzread.info/dash/bejne/mK6gtpppmrSZnNI.html

@walterkoziol3822

2 жыл бұрын

Naw..... not say they're bad but this version of 16 tons is way too folksy. When the song was first written Bob Merrill and Terry Shand is about some guy in the coal mines. Even the original score had the tough hard working feel of the coal worker. This version didn't have that feeling to it.

Tennessee Ernie Ford is somewhere smiling at this rendition. I'm old school and T.E. Ford did this best, but this is a razor sharp close second. Love it!!!

@forrestmosby7118

2 жыл бұрын

Yep..I grew up on TEF

@vickireynolds4055

2 жыл бұрын

Listen to Geoff Castalucci! I love TEF dearly, but Geoff does him proud! 😉👵🇺🇸

@forrestmosby7118

2 жыл бұрын

I was born in ‘55… somewhere around ‘58 or so, based on the age I remember it, my parents and some of their friends had this deep discussion on whether Ford was saying he owed his soul to ‘the company store(sto)’ , or ‘company stove’…They went round and round for hrs…I later heard a version on his variety show where he made a point to emphasize ‘store’…but in the original version, its up for grabs….interesting times back then

@Ellecram

2 жыл бұрын

@@forrestmosby7118 LOL! One could make a poetic argument for the company stove.

@ThePaulv12

2 жыл бұрын

No he's dead. What you say presupposes life after death of which there's absolutely no evidence. Religion asserts it knows more than science but it doesn't, so old Tennessee if he were somehow brought back to life would in likelihood have absolutely no knowledge of this vid.

This is a perfect piece of art in every way possible! The music, the synchronized singing, the colors, the editing, everything!

Привет из Сибири,оказывается и в других местах есть жизнь и прекрасные песни и прекрасные исполнители.Удивлен,спасибо

@swamifakkananda4043

28 күн бұрын

You are from siberia??? Woooow, bebe!!!

@user-ks7nx6gh6c

26 күн бұрын

0кстись,болезный​@@swamifakkananda4043

I just love it when the algorithm leads me to excellent covers and standards. What an excellent rendition of the classic!

@musicalapril23

2 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😆😆😆

@murderraven7770

2 жыл бұрын

Yeehaw!🤠

@SouthernRaisedBG

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@TheDogPa

2 жыл бұрын

...not where I would have gone on purpose...algo fudge factor? Glad, none the less :O)

@MerleBowers

2 жыл бұрын

Everyone that says they aren't recording good country music is wrong. The younger generation is recording and playing it and it is alive and well on social media!

I've heard several versions of this song, and couldn't possibly imagine female voice having a part in it. Yet you guys have done such a good job. From now, whenever I hear this song, I will visualise a loving wife suffering together with her strong, honest husband dedicated to his family.

@user-di9fc5qe5y

2 жыл бұрын

מקסים בפרט הסולן

@idafeuerfrau5631

2 жыл бұрын

Good documentary about the women who worked above the ground at the sorting belts can be found on KZread too. Harsh work and abysmal pay.

@draganminic4928

2 жыл бұрын

@@user-di9fc5qe5y I didn't quite get it... can you, please, elaborate?

@Ellecram

2 жыл бұрын

Well said! Love the TE Ford version but this one is more haunting and layered.

@lenabreijer1311

2 жыл бұрын

Women and children worked in mines too. They hauled the ore out.

It's good to see so of the younger generation keeping the classics alive. My hat is off to all of you.

good to see the younger generation still carry these great songs.

I love it when the algorithm brings me masterpieces like this.

@GuinessOriginal

7 ай бұрын

Rare it does it’s job properly tbh, I’ve been listening to music like this on KZread for years and this is the first time it’s suggested it to me. My folks used to sing this all the time back in the day

The more I listen to Southern Raised, the more I’m mesmerized by the perfect harmonies and inspired instrumentals and singing of this quartet. You guys & gals are the best, and a refreshing departure from rap & hip hop, etc. Cheers! woody, from the sunny Isle of Guam

@artv4nd3l4y

3 ай бұрын

Yeah it's a definitely a good group. As I get more experienced in production it becomes apparent when there is editing like auto tune and possibly timing, but don't let that take away from the quality of the musicians either. I'm just saying there is editing on this, but it does sound great and a lot is still left up to the musicians. Their violin player is seriously great.

That deep bass voice is fabulous. Love it !

@mesasmiles

2 ай бұрын

I love it, too. But why does it seem like they are lip-synching?

@Commenting-answering

Ай бұрын

Bass singers really get me where I live.

I don't hear YOU when I listen to this. I hear the hills of Eastern Kentucky. I hear the sorrow, the angst, the hope, and the echo of the hollar. I still hear your voices but there's so much more. Amazing

I come from a long line of miners in NW England, my uncle used to sing this constantly, It was only after I grew up I realised the truth and sentiments behind it. excellent cover !!

@smudgeyarksha3514

2 жыл бұрын

You a red rose? I'm a White Rose! Living state side now. Hi!

@bluesageful

2 жыл бұрын

Curious... Did ya'll have 'company stores' there in England as well? Here in the Southern States, the companies actually printed their own money. And owned the only stores. So, the people were totally completely indebted to the company. It's illegal now, of course.

@404Dannyboy

Жыл бұрын

Its amazing that people can hear songs like this and be anti union and pro mega corporations.

@aluskn

Жыл бұрын

@@bluesageful Not specifically, but the broader scenario of miners living in extreme poverty, working back-breaking jobs, and getting nowhere while the 'company' makes all the money, was still something which still held true and so would make this song very relatable even without that detail.

@roddydelipsa1769

Жыл бұрын

@@bluesageful we had company stores here in Chile... mostly in American or British-managed mining sites. Miners were paid in tokens to be spent at the store.

This reminded me of my dad. He's gone now, but he loved this song.

@meerestegal2970

2 жыл бұрын

That's why I came here. I was thinking about my dad and this song popped in my head. I guess it was a dad thing to sing this song

I am old enough to have seen Ernie Ford on our old black and white TV. This is wonderfully redone. Not only good looking but oh so talented. Your all are so great to carry on the music of our immigrant ancestors in Appalachia.

What am impact Tennessee Ernie has made on this song. No one dares put out a version without a deep bass singer! God job, Southern Raised!

40 years ago they would have been starring on someone's television show, that kind of talent is rare! Lucky to stumble onto this video they are amazing!

@sarahbrooks4153

2 жыл бұрын

Someone should send this to Marty Stuart. He might put them on his show.

@briansmidt8839

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with that completely. I feel very fortunate to have stumbled on this group. A real blessing!

@laurapinder

Жыл бұрын

Hi there how are you doing? Your post are always comment section but I believe you are off Facebook I don’t want to be rude by sending you a request without your permission would you mind sending me a friend request? thank you and remain blessed

@brianwelsh2810

Жыл бұрын

@@laurapinder would be happy to send a friend request but I don't do Facebook at all.

@laurapinder

Жыл бұрын

@@brianwelsh2810 okay where are you from

I remember seeing Tennessee Ernie Ford singing this on my grandmothers black-and-white TV when I was a little girl. My uncles were West Virginia Coal Miners. Both had Black Lung Disease. God Bless All Coal Miners.

@1SaltyGirl

2 жыл бұрын

Aidah Do Leoni - Thank you. We're all coal miner's or married to one in my family. I could file for black lung with all the diggers, (miners work clothes), I've washed.

@doberman1ism

2 жыл бұрын

@@1SaltyGirl God bless you and all of your family. God bless all Coal Miners.

I like the way they corregraph all the different parts of the song and dancing in the pool into a great rendition of this classic Tennessee Ernie Ford song.

I'm 56 and raised in Alabama. I had two older sisters, and a mama and a daddy. We sang all the time. Around the house, Susan played mandolin; Paula played 12-string; we'd sing just about anything! The McClain Family band, John Denver, the soundtrack from Purlie -- you name it. On long car trips we sang. My job as the 3rd child was to sing 3rd harmony. Not until early adulthood did I realize that not every family bursts into song on the reg. Thank you Southern Raised for keeping this music going. Now here's y'all a treat from your new Aunt Betsy: Search "Johnny Cash reads aloud 'The Cremation of Sam McGee.'" It's a poem they taught us in 6th grade, and it's perfect for the Halloween season!

@user-lg6tm2wn5r

2 ай бұрын

Приезжайте к нам в Россию всем будет земля и счастье

@anthonybrady-lb5ve

2 ай бұрын

Thats great. Im with you all the way. It's great. How's the Alabama Slammer. Is it still as good as ever. Hope so🤣

@betsybrains

2 ай бұрын

@@anthonybrady-lb5ve I'm luckily unfamiliar with the Alabama Slammer. But it Tutwiler Women's Prison, they don't allow pet grooming. Says right there in the bathroom. "Don't wash your cat in the sink."

@anthonybrady-lb5ve

2 ай бұрын

@@betsybrains 🤣🤣🤣🤣

This was the first song as a child I know was music. This group did the song and the MAN who first sang it Justice

I loved hearing this fantastic rendition of a song my Dad used to sing, 50+ years ago

@nancykostrzak9275

Жыл бұрын

Love this song. My favorite since the old days.

Wow! Excellent harmonizing! Just... WOW! That violin! Chills!

@honestj820

Жыл бұрын

Hello how are you doing today…?😊

@AllRequired

Жыл бұрын

Mix it in with the bass and you've got it.

What an 🌟OUTSTANDING GROUP!🌟 Tennessee Ernie Ford would be PROUD of this rendition for sure!!! Thank you for letting us hear this wonderful song once again!!!

I must say I'm an old Tennessee Ernest Ford fan I remember when he sang that song "oh how powerful his voice was" "and young man "what a powerful voice you have" "I applaud you" and the rest for such great rendition of that song may God Bless each of you and your music bless us for a long time ✝️🛐📖❣️

haven't heard this since I was a kid, 50 years ago, you guys absolutely nailed it

It's old classics like these that hold a special place in my heart ❤

Can not get tired of listening to you guys. Thank you.

Woa. His voice is way deeper than I expected. They are talented and very skilled

@faxmett855

2 жыл бұрын

he's a standard bass II actually, but his voice is real good

My brother was sixteen years older than me. He sang this to me when I was little. This was an outstanding rendition.

We need more singers with that deep tone.

Amazing and fresh version of famous worker's song. Thank you for talent and inspiration.

I grew up listening to Tennessee Ernie on the prairies of the mid-west. I memorized the song and sang along with the music whenever I heard it. I didn’t quite understand all the subtle meanings of the song until I married a coal miners daughter from West Virginia. My father-in-law took me on a short tour of his mine. After that little tour and getting to know the people and the culture I really came to understand what the words meant. It was so good to hear the song again. I almost thought I was listening toe Tennessee Ernie. THANKS!!!

Such a talented group, a joy to listen to.Thank You.

Красивые, талантливые ребята. Классное исполнение!

@johanvandermeulen9696

Жыл бұрын

What has you, barbarian from the steppes, to do with this lovely country and western music?

@2737247

Жыл бұрын

в Адыгее, такие же места реки белая

Шикарно! Отличные голоса!

Omg ! Norway here, got this recomended bc of my love of american, Norwegian, Russland and polish folk and all. This group is amazing ❤❤❤ Thank you KZread for once...

Awesome!!! I’m 68 yr. old and I’m sure my appreciation for music even today came from my youth. My grandpa and uncles on my Mom’s side sang and played guitars and a fiddle to this same music when I was a kid and I loved it! Can’t wait to show my 87 yr. old Mom your videos.💕

The Hart is on The Douth do the music filled with the soul.Thank you.🎉

This song was important in the union movement…my parents had a record with Paul Robeson singing it…I’m 71. Still love this sing. Great rendition.

@jo-andahoe9806

2 жыл бұрын

Check out *Abbey the Spoonlady* on youtube. I happened on her last year, fell in love, and now I'm here on this channel as a recommendation and have fallen in Love with it!!! 🇺🇲

Love their voices and their skill with the instruments they play.

I haven't heard this song in decades. Great job bringing it back.

That voice!! And everything else too - great music all round.

Love, love, love....🧡✌️🙏💯🇺🇸

Bravo. Ol' Ernie would be proud of that rendition.

Just discovered and WOW this is way beyond outstanding. I know the old version of this song and I am sure that all involved in the making of this song are blown away. Hope `Sixteen Tons` comes out on a CD. Very well done all and thank you, V/R N

@SouthernRaisedBG

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I plan to upload to streaming services soon!!!

It's like Bluegrass meets classical music. Wonderful,

16 тонн!!!Шедеврально!!!!!!

This is SOOO good, actually brings tears to my eyes, outstanding in EVERY way. I also think the cinematography is just as wonderful as the music

@SouthernRaisedBG

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

@rosairedubrule60

2 жыл бұрын

fine addition to the legend

@alphagt62

2 жыл бұрын

The location made it that much better

@nedoricciardi5716

2 жыл бұрын

@@rosairedubrule60 Ottima esibizione,brave è un piacere sentire il country in quel modo. Grazie mille. 👍👍👋👋

@Michelle-gg7cm

Жыл бұрын

Amazing!!

So love this old song, brought back to life. So love this kick in the water! God bless you all ❤

@honestj820

Жыл бұрын

Hello how are you doing today..😊

What a wonderful version of a classic song. You all deserve wonderful praise for your work.

This man should just be called "The voice". Incredibly good.

@jimmydelancey8920

2 жыл бұрын

There was n always will be one THE VOICE and his name is Vern Gosdin ! End of story. My favorite story with him was in 1983 sitting at Vern's with him George Jones, Vern Gosdin and a couple other folks who are still alive and dont wanna put it out there.

@geoffreyjohnston6483

2 жыл бұрын

@@jimmydelancey8920 what's that got to do with the performance being given now?

@jimmydelancey8920

2 жыл бұрын

@@geoffreyjohnston6483 my deepest apologies if I offended you. I guess after hanging out with Vern always made m ed believe theres only one VOICE . In my opinion and only mine George Jones n Vern Gosdin are for definitely the Best Singers in Country Music. Enjoy this beautiful weekend ! God Bless

@shanearmstrong9618

2 жыл бұрын

Jimmy Delancey set em up Joe !

Use to listen to this song when I was a boy. I haven't heard anyone get that close to the great Ernie Ford. Love the bass singer and the ladies sound great together.Well done !

@grumpyvet7670

2 жыл бұрын

They don't hold a candle to Mr. Ford.

@Dsensei4u

2 жыл бұрын

@@grumpyvet7670 Freedom of Speech, everybody is still entitle to their opinion at the moment. I never said that he was better, just the best that I have heard since Ernie Ford. Hi from another Vet !

I never heard this song before but I absolutely love-- the bass singer's voice is so soulful, I could listen to it all day

Love you guys and this version. The playing and arrangement. The deep bass vocal, the superb harmonies. But when Emily picks up her violin and plays...wow.

Absolutely lovely! --- Bravo! Wonderful arrangement, beautiful harmonies, and even well produced video. It's a keeper!

It's amazing to be able to hit the low notes and sing along. Wow what resonance. The neighbor next door must be thrilled as well. Anybody else? I know this is worldly music, and its back to hymns after this one.

One of the most beautiful voices that I have ever heard.

WOW a masterful rendition of of a truly heart wrenching classic... BRAVO !!! 🤠

When I was very young, we had a vinyl record of Tennessee Ernie Ford singing this song. I used to play it over and over. One of my very favorites! I always love to see others do it, but I will always go back to Ernie as the standard. Great job!! I really enjoyed this version!

@laurapinder

Жыл бұрын

Hi there how are you doing? Your post are always comment section but I believe you are off Facebook I don’t want to be rude by sending you a request without your permission would you mind sending me a friend request? thank you and remain blessed

@rodneyjaynes2485

Жыл бұрын

@@laurapinder Who are you?

THIS is a very worthy successor to Tennessee Earnie Fords rendition. I can praise no higher. Well done indeed!

@richardvonpingel2379

2 жыл бұрын

No higher praise is needed.

@laurapinder

Жыл бұрын

Hi there, I was just going through a post on a page then your profile caught my attention and you seem worth talking to so I could not pass by without saying hi and ask how you doing. Do you mind us talking and getting to know each other better, I will love to be in your circle of friends. But I don't want to send you a Friend request without your permission, hope you don't mind sending me a friend request?

Great rendition of this song. Talented bunch. I love it.

You're good and bless you God 😊

So refreshing to see young people still kicking it old school. I remember Tennessee Ernie Ford singing this when I was young. Southern Raised is a breath of fresh air!

As a true Peabody KY. COALMINERS daughter, you can imagine what a family favorite this song was and still is. Glad you popped up. New subscriber is a must. 👍

@SouthernRaisedBG

2 жыл бұрын

Awe thanks a bunch!!!

@sandibrown53

2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful

@jerrykinnin7941

2 жыл бұрын

My family history is coal and Hard rock miners from western Ky

Love the pure simplicity of this love it

If I sang in a group like that I wouldn’t wear shoes either. ❤ We all adored Tennessee Ernie Ford and this is a great tribute to his genius.

I miss these deep male voices in todays pop singers.

@selftrue670

Жыл бұрын

His preferred pronouns are he/him.

@williamjackson5767

Жыл бұрын

I miss the broken strings these folks are great 👍

@muzhikforchaplin1203

Жыл бұрын

@@selftrue670 hahahaha, in the true south there are only two genders

@mikefay5698

Жыл бұрын

Sounded like Eunochs to me! Very Feminist though!

Oh his voice gives me shivers! Wonderful!

what a band and what voices! Amazing!!!

WOW! Brilliant performance! Great venue! Very talented crew!

This version is just exquisite. So beautiful!!!

Another great version into which they have breathed new life, they are a great bunch of musical performers, it is only the second time I have heard a tune from them, but they were well worth finding. The video went excellently with the song.

It's sooo nice to hear singers with controlled voices who don't have a tremulo! 'Nice, clear tones of real singing! Thanks!

@granthurlburt4062

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree!

What an INCREDIBLE cover, of one of the great American classics of all time. When I first heard this song as a kid, it had probably already been around for about 40 years--yet it still rocked my world. Now, another 40+ years later, I am still hearing new covers of it all the time. This one, though, is no ordinary cover. It is a magnificent remake of the entire song, from start to finish. The original vocal melody is completely gone--not a single three note phrase is the same as in the original song. And the sound is very refined and polished--something that would normally ruin a song like this one, since a whole lot of the charm of the Merle Travis version was a function of its raw sound and working class energy. Yet this version is magnificent, and it immediately sounded familiar and real. The terrific musicianship doesn't hurt, of course.

Honestly, if you aren't playing mandolin and violin barefoot, WHAT are you doing with your life? Bravo to all of you for this performance! ❤

@lelandstone35

2 жыл бұрын

*ain't. 😉

@johndean8064

Жыл бұрын

My life's been wasted

Love the vocal harmony and the arrangement of on of my favorite songs.

Just brilliant. Everything about this video is pleasing, from the sepia tone, to the placement of each member. The voices are perfectly synched. Well done indeed.

Makes me feel like I am back home in those deep dark mountains. I love this song, and big bad john, and ghost riders lol. Yall are amazing!

My Dad used to sing this all the time when I was little - and that was a l-o-n-g time ago now. Haven't heard it in years - thanks; I love it :D

Awesome ! Love this version. I remember this song from when I was very young (about 5 years old) sung by Tennessee Ernie Ford. My parents had loads of records, mostly Country and Western so that's what I grew up listening to. As I got older I transitioned to Folk music and of course Rock music but these old songs are still locked in my memory. Thanks for this.

@tdog4240

2 жыл бұрын

That's how I first heard this song...grandparents old albums.

@maureenpirone3658

2 жыл бұрын

@@tdog4240 I'll give you a laugh! I saw and heard Ernie Ford sig this song as a teenager.

Great music and memories of my youth, God bless you all

Sings like an angel. Plays fiddle like the devil. I'm a fan

@SouthernRaisedBG

2 жыл бұрын

Lol, thanks

@conniewolf7300

2 жыл бұрын

What fiddle??

Wow!!! This brings back memories. Love that deep voice!

@honestj820

Жыл бұрын

Hello how are you doing today..?

Love this! Side note, the young lady on the bass is gorgeous.

Wow... what an amazing masterpiece! ❤ Got goosebumps as he was singing "you load sixteen tons and what do you get? ohohohoh"... Damn! Thanks for this great version!

Transformative cover of one of my favorite songs. I love the interweaving harmonies and excellent playing. Kudos to y'all, great performance!

@SouthernRaisedBG

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

What you get is ….a Hump in your Back …. This the best version ever of this classic …..Hope to see all Old Tune Music / Bluegrass fans at The Galax Fiddlers Convention … safe travels to all ..!

What fantastic cover of this classic song!

I love this folks; I heard it when this video originally came out. It showed up in my feed again, and was so thankful to get to listen to it once again. You folks are awesome, keep up the good work!

knew it with Paul Robson singing... great to hear such a bass voice

@ShneekeyTheLost

2 жыл бұрын

Do yourself a favor, look up Geoff Castellucci doing a cover of this same song. If you think Paul is deep, you ain't heard nothin' yet. Dude's up there (down there?) with Tim Foust and Avi.

Loved it. Your voices, instruments and scenery all compliment each other!

@SouthernRaisedBG

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@dunruden9720

2 жыл бұрын

complement

@barbaracarlton8305

2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful love the scenery thank you very much

@user-qp6fi5mq1y

2 жыл бұрын

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Nicely done. Love how you all put your own spin on this piece of art.

Man, I am in love ! This is the definition of smooth...

Excellent musical and vocal arrangement. The bass voice is exceptional.

Like so many others here, I'm in my mid sixties and I first heard this as a little kid when my parents played it on the record player. Geoff Castellucci does a great cover, but this... is superb! Fine, fine work!