For what it's worth, I was trying to figure out a way to buy that pool table at the auction. We had a small house and nowhere to put it. I kept trying to figure out how to explain to Amy that we needed a pool table in the kitchen. I was also diluted enough to think no one else would want it and I'd buy it for a hundred bucks. Reality set in when the bidding started and I realized I was standing in a room full of people who wanted Tom T. Hall's pool table. I'm very happy that Shawn bought it and I'm glad that I didn't have to explain to Amy why there was a pool table in our kitchen.

@artemisXsidecross

2 жыл бұрын

'...Reality set in...' Make room for reality, it is all around us when the blinders are removed. :)

@defaultusername123

2 жыл бұрын

I’m just glad there are people that care enough to cherish his stuff. RIP Tom T

@artemisXsidecross

2 жыл бұрын

@@defaultusername123 Humor is a good friend and companion when sorrow takes stage; some misunderstand an Irish Wake. :)

@jessebianchi2631

2 жыл бұрын

@@artemisXsidecross sadness mixed with joy and a hell of a sendoff celebration. best way to say goodbye.

@marvinhadley3453

2 жыл бұрын

Mom Mlm loop

I should have maxed out the credit cards and bought everything at that auction. Live and learn.

@T-roy33

2 жыл бұрын

Ahh hindsight...tell me bout it. Thanks for the story

As a side note on those who have passed and who had roots to the music we enjoy, Don Everly died yesterday.

@Mike583

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry to hear that! Now both brothers are gone! Thank you for this info.❤💔

You seriously have the coolest group of friends Otis. All of them are real, very likable and great story tellers.

@douglove2412

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! They are also some of the most talented people. They are linked to the greats in the music world because the greats see their talent. Otis is right there with them. I’ve been listening to a lot of Otis’ albums lately, and the guy is an incredible songwriter and singer. I’m so glad he shares his world with us.

Not sure what my favorite Tom T Hall song is, but Roger Miller calling Tom for songs and saying "my clown died" is one of my favorite stories. Also Shawn Camp is my hero and I am tickled to death that he has Tom's pool table. Thanks a bunch for the great content Otis.

@jimmyjambon9206

2 жыл бұрын

Yes the best content. Adds a whole additional dimension to these musicians we admire. It really gives me a piece of who they are for real. The Roger Miller call is outstanding! You can for certain hear him saying "my clown died" to Tom T...Such a phrase I've never heard, but it feels so right in that context and between them> thanks!

I’m getting older, it’s good to listen to these stories, and know I have more good times ahead! Thanks for sharing…

Love Shawn Camp another great guy, as far as Tom T. song I'd have to go with hope it rains at my funeral. Hope Tom got his wish much love Otis. 😁👍❤❤❤

Always love a good possum story. That guy was something else

Great legendary party story,,, would love to know who else was there that out drunk the Possum “over”, the table 🥃🥃😁😁,,

I can’t choose a favorite Tom T. Hall song. I love them all.

If your watching this you love music more than most folks and that makes you awesome🍻🕺🏻

Oh man,, that's so great to own Tom T's pool table and to know that George Jones was once passed out on it rolled up in a rug !! Lol. You can't hardly beat that,, that is beautiful !!!

Favorite Tom T. Hall Song. “Salute To A Switchblade.” It was just another influence on what I would become. I love pocketknives and a whole lot more. I still remember weekends growing up and when there was no movies on regular TV worth watching, my Dad had this Zenith Stereo with a Garrard Turntable. There would be a fat stack of vinyl loaded up. My Dad personified, “I Like Beer.” And it is true that Vodka puts my mouth in gear. I was saddened to hear of Hall’s death a few days before my last birthday. I just saw a couple days ago that he decided not to go crying into the darkness like Clayton Delaney. What a talented person. May he have whatever afterlife he wanted. ☕️🐇

Shawn seems a real likeable guy and a good story teller.

I love hearing your guests, I could listen to Mike Bub or Shawn Camp all day and never get tired. Of course I listened to Tom T. Hall as long as he was putting out records and they were great, I didn't know who Shawn Camp was until I stumbled on to him on KZread, another one of those amazing singer/songwriters who should have been pushed by some record label but wasn't. Keep putting stuff like this up, I will keep on listening and sharing it to Facebook. There was only one Tom T. Hall, like Roger Miller, Guy Clark and Shawn Camp the reason they are great is because they are themselves, the reason so many like Shawn Camp aren't household names has more to do with record companies than talent.

@a.scottclement6967

2 жыл бұрын

I often say that in today's marketplace, the greatest compliment that can be paid to a singer/songwriter is when Walmart doesn't market their music.

Well done with the Tom t joke, I laughed my ass off!

Week in a county jail. By far my favorite Tom T tune.

I'm not Ready Yet, love singing that one...

What a story....Thanks

Proof George could be treated like dad sometimes ? Great stories

Possum on the table LoL

These stories man…gold!

Great stories. Love these videos. I can listen to Tom T. all the damn day. Who's Gonna Feed Them Hogs was one of many that made my day...

I love is a awesome lil ditty

There are few songs better than Memphis. Absolutely hauntingly beautiful

"Pamela Brown". Tom T Hall and Ray Stevens had some humorous AM hits when I was a kid. A few years back I peeled back the onion on this song used by Leo Kotkee, surprised to find Tom T Hall at the core.

I love all Tom T.'s songs but I guess I must admit that 'The year that Clayton Delaney dies, has to be my favorite. R.I.P. Mr. Hall.

I am walking around with a silly smile on my face - it's all your fault! Thank you. :)

I always loved “That’s How I Got To Memphis” myself.

@momusicfan

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with that one. Just listened to Wyatt McCubbin sing it on KZread.

@harleylewis5974

2 жыл бұрын

Have any of you ever seen the Tom T. agreement to play Beanblossom with Jimmy Martin in 1999? He listed No interviews and no reimbursement required other than 2 cabins, bologna, frozen venison, rabbit or squirrel and homegrown tomatoes. 🤣

@mikedilkshawaii

2 жыл бұрын

Me too

Grandma Whistled and Old Dogs come to mind. There are so many. Oh I forgot Kentucky February 27, 1971.

My favorite. "I love".

Great stories Otis thanks

Thank you so very much Otis for these wonderful glimpses into our music history. I cannot tell you how much they are appreciated!

I love these stories so much. Thank you for taking the time and putting forth the effort.

That whole video made me smile with a tear in my eye, nice video Otis and I have become to really like Shawn camp

Thank you for posting this. Shawn CAMP is so real, such a nice person, listening to him talking makes me feel reassured about the world outside my own town.

Haven't listened to your stories for about 8 months, been ill off n on since the beginning of the yr. As always love hearing your and others tales about the legends I grew up listening to. Stay safe out there.

Man oh man this is good stuff. I love simple life stories about our music hero's. Anytime you have a Tom T Hall story make sure to load it up.

God bless you guys. Another fabulous story. I'm not worthy...

As usual another great story! I agree with comments below that you have the coolest group of friends who are willing to share some real, great stories and tidbits of little unknown facts. Keep em coming!

Old Dogs and Children and Watermelon Wine I cry every time I hear it

As far as my favorite Tom T Hall songs go; I absolutely love the idea of taking something as simple as a visit and conversation with your dad, and creating a heartfelt song like "Homecoming". Simply masterful.

Loved seeing this. Funny how the moment I saw the intro footage I recognised Cowboy Jack's attic. I shot a bunch of stuff there once upon a time including an interview with Shawn. Great series you got going here. Bravo!

Boney Fingers. Loved him in The Black Stallion. Admired his mom too. She wrote Heartbreak Hotel.

@kevingee4294

2 жыл бұрын

Hoyt Axton

Thanks for this video. This is a good send off video for Tom T. Hall without it meaning to be. Good stories and glad that Shawn Camp got to spend some time with him. Glad that other folks can enjoy Tom’s possessions and that he was able to part with them on his terms. No surprise at all that George Jones slept on that pool table.

Great story

After watching Mike Judge's "Tales From The Tour Bus" episode for George Jones, I was very afraid of what was really done to the legendary Tom T. Hall's pool table, but I'm very happy that it was a funny, but harmless event. :)

@BamaFanUSMC

2 жыл бұрын

Read the book "I lived to tell it all" by George Jones. It's a damn good book. Funny stories, crazy stories and sad stories.....

Otis, I wanna let ya know I enjoy these videos more than ya can know. I’ve spent many nights sitting up listening and taking them in. I’ll go ahead and say my favorite Tom T song would be “I hope it rains at my funeral” if you’ve ever heard of Earl Taylor the mandolin player who was with The Stanley Brothers, Jimmy Martin, Flatt & Scruggs and so on I’ve got some stories on him I’d love to to share with ya. All the best, Zachariah Wiles

Thx. Guys. I just subscribed. Geoerge G. Follower all time. Now I want to learn about Tom T Hall.

Definitely more like it!!!

Tom T. wrote many a great song. I love the homecoming the most. I always wanted to learn it, myself. Too damn many words. LOL.

Go George go!

Fox On The Run, hands down. And who the fu k put a thumbs down on this story. He/she has no heart. Love the story Otis! Love Shawn Camp! PS - I was setting up for a gig in Estes Park CO and your song, The Other Side of Me was blaring over the loud speakers. Excellent! 🤘

@otisgibbs

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Matt!

That was funny, Wouldn't that be something having to scoop Jones off your pool table. LOL

Best channel on youtube.

Been a really hard coupla wks with nancy griffith goin monday last wk then tom on fri arvy then sat sometime don everly goin then monday this wk charlie watts checked out . Very big fan of tom an the everlys an always like nancy's writtin an singin an the drummin in the stones was always superb .

Tom T. Is from the next town over from me. It's fairly common to run into someone that knew him well. This area is overflowing with talent. Ricky Skaggs, Kieth Whitley, Tyler Childers, Obviously Tom T. the list goes on.

Another great story about the irreplaceable Tom T. Hall. Hard to believe Rogers clown died. Guess it happens to the best of them . Thanks again Otis.

Me and Jesus, and I Washed My Face In The Morning Dew are a couple of old favs I've rediscovered since yesterday. Btw, for those new to this channel, iirc there is another funny Tom T story here a while back, about why Tom decided to get himself a band! :)

The little lady preacher! I never will forget her, I guess. Tom was such a genius, a philosopher poet prince

What a loss . Enjoyed Tom T. for years.

Man, Tom T. Hall definitely helped me get through high school in New Orleans.. I suppose my favorites would have to include Homecoming and Ballad of a Switchblade Knife which showcase 2 very different sides to his storytelling talent.

Poor Tom. So sad that he got so low that he didn't feel there were any other options.

My favorite Tom T Hall song is WATERMELON WINE.

"Second Handed Flowers" and "Homecoming"... those songs should be used as a guide as to how to tell a story and write a song. Tom T. was a genius... rest in peace my friend.

A few of the Tom T Hall songs that I loved or Old Dogs children and watermelon wine the Year Clayton Delaney died I love about a $40 I miss a lot of trains and the letters

Another real nice segment with great stories and more love for the good things and people in music. I have to ask, is that "Cowboy Arms Hotel" sign from/or in Jack Clement's home studio? I have a life story of meeting Cowboy Jack and accepting his invitation to come to Nashville from PA to hang out. This was in 1981 and I was about as naive as I could get. Jack let me use his studio for some demo recording and Jack's son Niles was the engineer. I still have the tapes (I guess there was nothing interesting enough in my music that they wanted to keep the tapes) and the memories. Thanks again for your great videos. Be well.

@otisgibbs

2 жыл бұрын

This interview was recorded in Cowboy Jack's studio.

@eddieblaze

2 жыл бұрын

That’s what I was hoping. Was the home and studio rebuilt after the terrible fire? Thanks again for the great videos.

ok this def gladly falls into the category realm world of the artists i describe as perhaps looking clean normal mainstream but acting awesome wild fun whereas eg the outlaw dudes looked rowdy which is cool too but that george jobes tom t hall roger miller etc looked not much different than less interesting contempoaries but in words action and lives WERE def much more interesting anyway good stuff once again uncle otis thanks

My favorite Tom T. Hall song? It'd be easier to pick a favorite child. A cascade of titles come tumbling through my brain, each one as prominent as the next.

You could do a 4 hour video just on the places No Show Jones passed out. It might be easier to do one on the places he didn’t pass out.

Me and Jesus is a good T T.Hall song

The year that Clayton Delaney died is my favorite

I love homecoming

Tom T. Hall songs were from original things that had happened to him. How could you ever be possesed to write a song called 'Three Sofa's', he did ! ! !

Hahaha…there’s a song in this, quick someone channel Tom to write a song ❤️

@5thGradeHumor

2 жыл бұрын

Call it George Jones Slept Here

"The Possum's passed out, rolled up in a rug, on the pool table this morning. All I can say is, must of been one hell of a party last night."

I’d want the pool table just because George was on it.

Homecoming

A dog named blue

Old dogs, children and watermelon wine