Finally some Mandolin Orange. I share the same sentiment as the guy who recommended on being appreciative of the genuine passion from Michael. Fun to watch him break these great songs down. I personally dont think Mandolin Orange have a bad song and some of the more interesting arrangements for me are “Paper Mountain”, “When She’s Feeling Blue”, & “Blue Ruin” if anyone is looking for more recommendations.
I don't like a lot of this "reacting to" trend that many RU-vidrs do these days because most of them just watch or listen and make weird faces and then the video is over, but you take the time to make out their choices in songwriting and appreciate the music for what it is. Your analyses are always spot on, but I love that you understand when you run across some truly beautiful and remarkable music and sit back and enjoy it. Anyways, keep doing what you're doing, brother.
TOTALLY agree! I'm not a musician by any means, I don't play any instrument and I think the reaction videos are just...who cares. But this guy...LOVE his videos. Don't know what it is about his videos that draw me in more than any other...maybe because he really is a musician himself, maybe his reaction feels real and genuine...first video I watched of his was reaction to Tyler Childers "Nose to on the Grindstone" and he looked like he was crying! From that point I was like " this dude understands, he gets it" beautiful, story telling music.
Another NC resident here who shares the same sentiment as the person who requested this. I heard this song for the first time back in ‘17. Loved it. Listened to the whole album many times. I then decided to cover this tune in a set I played in Shelby, NC. Actually playing it live I got choked up and almost cried. Weird experience but I felt like it was a long overdue apology for the way I used to behave and things I used to say. To the person who requested this, “of the times” is hitting the nail right on the head.
The poetry of this song is amazing. In very, very few words it portrays the Confederate experience in a "from the inside" sort of way in the first verse. Then the second verse sets the listener up for a surprise-- "too much money rolled in to ever end slavery". The third verse's "pride has a way..." speaks to us all about our Lost Cause legacy and points to its fallacy. The fourth verse allows for the retention of being a son of the South without having to be a supporter of secession/racism---- all that, and "the day old Warren died hate shoulda gone with him" gives us an opportunity to be rid of all that mess. Such a beautiful song. And so, SO smartly crafted.
I don't play an instrument, but dude I watch your videos all the way through. You shine the intricacies in music that I can hear but don't understand. You give me a greater appreciation for all music and for that, I thank you!
This song was my first exposure to Mandolin Orange (Now Watchhouse). It damn near makes me cry every time I hear it. Boy, you couldn't be more right about the ultra-slick electric guitar playing.
I almost shat myself when I got the notification that you had done this song. Can I say that on youtube? Sweet. Thanks for another great video Michael. We do appreciate you
I’ve always loved Mandolin Orange’s way of touching on sensitive subjects like these. They’ve got a song called “Hey Adam” from their first album that touches on another subject that’s very pertinent these day that I think you’d really enjoy
This has been one of my favorite performances for years! I really didn't understand what it is musically, I just knew it was awesome. The harmonies and the subject matter I think is what really turned me on. Thank you for your perspective and trained ear.......AWESOME STUFF!
Its just so great to find someone else that has the same emotion about music as i do... its always so sad when i show my friends great music like this and they just say "country music isn't cool" but man. The talent ... its just great to sit and watch someone else get as excited as i do about this type of music.
Their live performance from Lincoln Theatre is absolutely amazing! I couldn't even start to guess the number of times I've listened to it. I was blown away a few weeks ago when a strictly audio form was released.
Yes bro YES!!!!! This is such a bad ass song I'm so glad someone put them on your radar. They are great I have every album they've made. Dude on mandolin kiiiillllsss
Wonderful reaction once again! Thats such a beautifully written song. I love that they use the imagery of wildfire to tie together moments of history. (Joseph Warren is an actual person by the way). Keep up the solid work Michael, thanks for all you do to continue to inspire your audience! Much love. -Bluebird
I can't believe you listened to this man! Been watching you for a month +. I had caught on to Mandolin a couple of years ago. This is a great version of this song. Crazy when "worlds" cross.
You absolutely said "absolutely" two times! I'm absolutely going to beat that with atleast one! Where did you see them? At a festival? Greetings from Sweden!
Ghandi 2 no at the Oosterpoort in Groningen (NL). It’s a pretty small theatre but such a pretty place. Love Sweden by the way. Great place to spend your holiday (when there’s no covid).
Josh Oliver is the guy on guitar, and he is an excellent all around guitar player. He has some solo work out that is great as well. Andrew Marlin also has an instrumental album called Buried in a Cape with some really interesting arrangements.
Good grief, i never thought you'd analyse Mandolin Orange. Fantastic breakdown of a band that deserves a hell of a lot more listeners. As soon as i've finished my current courses i'm popping over to guitar gate, nice one, Michael.
I’ve been listening to these guys for years, and have seen them play live several times. They’re just as good live as you think. Really cool to see them getting some attention here.
I stumbled upon Mandolin Orange on Spotify several months back and could not believe how good they sounded. Not only are they amazing lyricists, but they are phenomenal musicians! The harmonies are second to none.
When Mandolin Orange is on point they give me the willies from my ears to my knees. I just love it. Getting a physical reaction from an arrangement of vibrations... nothing better.
Michael you're the man. So awesome watching you expand your music horizon. And the way you break it down while also getting goosebumps on songs you may have never found.... Love it.
I love Mandolin Orange. Boots of Spanish leather is one of my favorites, but Wildfire is also at the top of the list. I’m so excited to watch you dissect their music🤗.
Wow. Just wow. Amazing sound. Thanks so much for sharing and a big thank you for doing what you do. I look forward to each and every video you take the time to post
I've seen a number of artists from different generes in person in concert. In the top 3 I've ever seen: Mandolin Orange at the Ryman Auditorium. I was blown away. Incredible experience.
I saw them a few years ago at the Vancouver Island Music Festival...and yes...they were amazing !! BTW: I really love the way you break this down and explain it.
Love these guys. Them and the decemberists are my go-to cleaning the house/rainy day music. Love them and they have such chemistry (i wonder why;)) live.
One of my favorite songs from one of my favorite groups. I wish I could like this one multiple, multiple, multiple times! BTW, I really enjoy the way you break it down into parts and pieces! Thanks Michael!
Your review gave me chill bumps!! Lol Love it when you get excited. I too love this group. Been a fan for a couple of bv years now and they are just get tighter.
One of my all time favorite bands! I'm so excited. Mandolin Orange are just phenomenal live. Understated excellence. Andrew Marlin is an incredible songwriter and his old-soul voice cuts right through to my feels. Emily's voice added to his is pure honey. Everything they do is top shelf. Can't say enough about this band.
Couldn't agree with you more. I'm glad I'm not the only one who sees the greatness of this band and song. I've had this song on repeat since I heard it last week. Instant classic in my book. And thanks for the chord breakdown.
I’ve listened to all of their albums countless times. They are simply the best. It’s incredible and sad they aren’t the most notable roots music in the country.
I thought I might've been getting my 5 seconds of fame for recommending this band/song, but no surprise that many others have recommended this BEAUTIFUL band to you! This was exactly what I'd hoped for. Thank you for pumping out amazing content, Michael!
I discovered Mandolin Orange at the end of 2018, and they became my favorite group pretty quickly, I saw this song performed live in Boston and it felt like there was electricity going through my body I have never felt something like that before, they are a force of nature, I would have seen then more times already but Covid has made it hard.
This series is awesome for: discovering new music, developing an ear for more intentional (theory-based) listening, seeing how one can break things down, and just straight up sharing in the awe and appreciation of the artist(s) with you. A+++ viewing experience. I never really comment on videos but I recently came across your channel and was so pleasantly surprised. I thought from the title that this series would be a cheap and easy content farm but I really really love how you take the time to break things down. Rewinding the video to focus on certain parts with you is just great and adds so much for us wannabe musicians. Thank you, Michael!
@@Guitargate Hey buddy, I think what you're doing is great! I had another comment on this video that I dont know if you saw, but you should REALLY REALLY watch Mandolin Orange doing Boots of Spanish Leather by Bob Dylan...not even to do a video on...just for your own pleasure. It made me cry multiple times. Usually a song might make me tear up the first listen, but this one did many different times of listening to it. Its actually the first song I saw the band do and its AMAZING!!!!!!
I'm very happy to see this. Mandolin Orange has become my favorite band of all time over the last few years. Every song is damn near a masterpiece. And seeing them live was an experience I will never forget. Just world class musicians all around.
Discovered this band a couple years back and was Immediately drawn to the soft subtlety of their harmonies and arrangements. I had been listening to a lot of hard driving New Grass and this just made me pause and listen. Great song writing by Marlin and lovely touch on that mandolin. Do not understand why this band still flies so under the radar.
Incredibly refreshing to see critiques that CELEBRATE music! Love it. Can't believe you didn't comment on this guy's tremolo picking though. It has the perfect amount of swing.
I just came across them a couple weeks ago. I've played them throughout the house while we clean, paint, play, etc... Love their sound, lyrics and all around vibe. Our 6 year old loves it and that says something. He just likes good music
I love mandolin orange man I wish I could have seen them live last year here in Arkansas but they sell out SO FAST. Give a listen to Nick Shoulders if you get the chance, he's a little weird and he's got some serious earworms like Rather Low. Love from Arkansas 💕
Thank you Michael! Checked these guys out for the first time because I saw your video. From my home state of NC Too! I've listened to 3 albums of theirs and I haven't found a bad tune. Great band.
Great breakdown of their performance! I knew Mandolin Orange was one of the best I've heard in terms of true talent and musicality but you did a tremendous job in explaining the method to their genius! Well done!!
