I had the privilege to be at John’s last concert in Paris.. I cherish this memory, he was the man. And special kudos to his guitarist Jason Wilber, who shines here behind John’s voice and banter…
Thanks I'm glad you like it has much as I myself. That must have being scarry in any war I suppose. Thanks for Charing I was just listening to a Song by John Prine A Celebration of Steve Goodman ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-YKkFkocrCN8.html
Steve is an obviously talented artist, but imo, this flippant performance epitomizes the urban Leftist's characterization of country folk and their inability to empathize with the blue collar - manual labor - hard working man's struggle. I like David Allen Coe's version better, way more soul. And it's interesting because these two are near polar opposites, but somehow come close, like in the horseshoe political analogy. And it's not surprising that a small stature man like Steve would capitalise on his innate talent to humorize and mock what is traditionally the purview of tough rugged men.
I really respected him in many ways. One interview he stated all politicians should have military experience. I couldn't agree more! Ol bone spurs🖕 and 🖕
Knowing he had a death sentence hanging over his head, he went out there and did what he loved to do, entertain and write some of the greatest country songs of our time...
What a treasure these interviews were to listen to. From the folks who knew Goodman best, Such little nuggets of comments from Kristoffferson on Cash, and Prine's take on "You Never Even Call Me By My Name." I will never forget seeing him walk across the lawn at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival once before anyone was there and he just looked up to those towering mountains--and with his size, he was REALLY looking up!--and his eyes got so big and his smile got so big in awe of the scenery.. I will never forget that sweet image of him.
I’ve planned the music for my funeral whenever that unplanned event comes around… yeah the last song will be John Prine “Please don’t bury me”. That’s right, I want everyone who knew me to leave with a smile on their faces.
Hottttttt damn my man! Hotter than a lit cigarette 🚬 😅 But seriously you sound amazing man. I’ve always been bluegrass/old country. Definitely happy to stumble upon this nice little diddy! 🫶 KEEP AT IT BROTHER
Steve wrote "The City Of New Orleans" on his way down to meet up with his future in-laws and his fiancee. The day he left on that train, he had been told by his oncologist/hematologist that he had leukemia. Imagine the emotions he must have been feeling as he took that train (of the same name). I don't think many people would have had the guts to channel their energy into such a gorgeous song with that hanging over their heads.
I have loved his music since the 70's and still do!! I played his song "In spite of ourselves" at my husband's celebration of life because it described us completely and we made it our song? Miss them both....
I hate to say this, Steve, but 1. that's not a mirror, and 2. it's not you. *gorilla reaches out, and grabs him* AAAAAAGHHH!!! LET ME GO!!! LET ME GO!!!
