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Had the pleasure of meeting Sam Beam in Chicago. I worked at a design firm that was below a studio where he has recorded many songs. I went outside for my usual cigarette and he was sitting on the bench and I sat next to him. It blew my mind because I was (and still am) such a huge fan of his music. I did not however want to embarrass him or myself by coming off as star struck, so we said our hellos and a bit of small talk. I saw him a few days later and he shook my hand and asked how I was doing. As an aspiring musician writing in a similar genre, I was thoroughly delighted in our paths crossing. Part of me wishes I would have told him how much he inspires me, so until we meet again: Sam, Thank you for making such beautiful music. And thank you for being so kind. Phil

I was lucky enough to catch Sam in Columbia MO a couple weeks ago. He said the greatest thing I have ever heard, "Prepare to have your face peeled off, from the intense mellowness." One of a kind.

OH MY GOD THE CHILLS. Trapeze swinger live is a weakness that I cannot vanquish.

Something I appreciate most about iron and wines songs, particularly the old ones, is how beautiful they age with time. I usually don’t like watching artists perform old songs especially if they are performed differently but when Sam performs his songs they may change but they become more beautiful. The songs are sung by someone who has been changed by life and years. The beauty of the song makes me cry to think of how I’ve changed since I listened to these songs and how appropriate Sams performance is at conveying how things change over time. It’s so rare that music moves me in this way.

Trapeze swinger is one of the best songs I've ever heard. so great!

Wish I could hit a "love" button. Especially for "The Trapeze Swinger". Indescribable.

Sams music always makes me cry, but like a good, refreshing, much needed cry.

2 years ago I was working at Blue Bottle, and Sam Beam & Jesca Hoop came in and after their coffee I asked if I was doing a good job playing it cool about the fact they were there. Sam laughed and we small talked for a minute and he asked my coworker and I if we wanted to be on the list for their show at the Great American in SF. So, so rad, and Sam is such a great guy!

Gotta listen to The Trapeze Swinger a second time immediately! So damn good!

This version of Call Your Boys is so freaking good!

I don't know if I'm crying because I'm incredibly happy or incredibly sad. I don't know how something can be so depressing and uplifting at the same time

Call Your Boys - I can't stop listening to it. It makes me think of my father and it makes me cry. He's still alive and I'm a grown man, but the mere thought that my brother and I might have been disappointments to him brings me to tears every time. If your parents are still around, just remember that they won't be forever. We're all on limited time. Let them know that their efforts and sacrifices in raising you weren't in vain, but don't just do it in words, show them by making something of yourself. Show them by taking care of your family, being a loving father or mother. Show them that when they are gone, their lives as parents will have meant something. That's my goal in life, as important as any other career or other goal. :)

Sam doesn't usually need more than his voice and a guitar but the band really enhances everything. Damn amazing performance.

This is pure heaven. One of best musicians alive today.. Sam you're voice of emotions.

Thomas County Law 0:00 Monkeys Uptown 3:31 The Trapeze Swinger 8:00 Summer Clouds 15:48 Call Your Boys 20:40 Cinder and Smoke 25:20 Song in Stone 30:05 Muddy Hymnal 33:47 Call it Dreaming 36:51 The Shepherd's Dog 41:28 Our Light Miles 46:33

Through out the time and space, folk is so classic. Everyone wearing black and the background is white and the music is so grey to my feeling. Thats so good.

all the critics.... This is music, real music, which is lost in this day and age. Sam makes music for the love, for the expression. Appreciate that and his unbelievable talent to write and play so wonderfully. who cares about acoustics when all of the above exists! P.S. - Summer clouds is my new favourite Iron & Wines tune

The original version of Cinder & Smoke gets me every time, but this one is equally as good. A truly rare occurrence, and I could not be more pleased.

"This next song is a longer one" I actually held my breath, but didn't really think it would be The Trapeze Swinger. Got a bit teary eyed. Whole performance was stunning ✨

The harmonies are delicious. Shepard's Dog - so haunting and wonderful. There has never been a better poet/musician.

How the hell can 73 people "dislike" this? Sort your heads out folks.

I know others have already said this but it bears repeating. The performance of "Call Your Boys" is outstanding.

Tormund Giantsbane of the Free Folk is full of surprises

Just walked by him on Ridgeway Ave in Chicago. Saw an instrument case with IRON And WINE stenciled on. Searched online and here we are. Nice stuff. I like the instrumentation on these videos. The musical possibilities are endless. When you have time, Goggle THE HOUSEWIFE LOVED A BANDIT. We have somethings in common.

Always coming back to Sam Beam’s music at a changing point in life. Dearly listened, and always new.

great to see there is still music out there.

This is a terrific collection... (Beth adds so much COLOR to this collaboration).

I love that he has a cellist in his band! Sam was so funny at his concert in Honolulu a few years ago. I hope he will return.

This is so good. Fine old Iron & Wine

I'm so glad I started listening to them. It's absolutely beautiful.

Excellent version of one of my all time favorites. Thanks!

Please, remember me happily By the rosebush laughing With bruises on my chin, the time when We counted every black car passing Your house beneath the hill And up until someone caught us in the kitchen With maps, a mountain range, a piggy bank A vision too removed to mention [Verse 2] But please, remember me fondly I heard from someone you're still pretty And then they went on to say That the pearly gates Had some eloquent graffiti Like "We'll meet again" and "Fuck the man" And "Tell my mother not to worry" And angels with their great handshakes Were always done in such a hurry [Verse 3] And please, remember me that Halloween Making fools of all the neighbors Our faces painted white By midnight, we'd forgotten one another And when the morning came I was ashamed Only now it seems so silly That season left the world and then returned And now you're lit up by the city [Verse 4] So please, remember me mistakenly In the window of the tallest tower Calling passers-by but much too high To see the empty road at happy hour Gleam and resonate, just like the gates Around the holy kingdom With words like "Lost and found" and "Don't look down" And "Someone save temptation" [Verse 5] And please, remember me as in the dream We had as rug-burned babies Among the fallen trees and fast asleep Beside the lions and the ladies That called you what you like and even might Give a gift for your behavior A fleeting chance to see a trapeze Swinger high as any savior [Verse 6] But please, remember me, my misery And how it lost me all I wanted Those dogs that love the rain and chasing trains The colored birds above their running In circles around the well and where it spells On the wall behind St. Peter So bright, on cinder gray, in spray paint "Who the hell can see forever?" [Verse 7] And please, remember me seldomly In the car behind the carnival My hand between your knees, you turned from me And said, "The trapeze act was wonderful But never meant to last", the clown that passed Saw me just come up with anger When it filled with circus dogs, the parking lot Had an element of danger [Verse 8] So please, remember me finally And all my uphill clawing My dear, but if I make the pearly gates I'll do my best to make a drawing Of God and Lucifer, a boy and girl An angel kissing on a sinner A monkey and a man, a marching band All around a frightened trapeze swinger

I recently began to listen to Iron & Wine, and I haven't stopped since that moment.

I never heard Iron & Wine live. This is a whole different level!

Just amazing. Thanks for sharing guys! Your music transcends me to another place. All is well in the world. Peace.

Long time fan, but new to this concert video. Excellent as usual. Also - bucket list item: to one day play in a band with the amazing Beth Goodfellow on drums. Seriously awesome musician!

So much love for this set. The nylon strings are a change, and what an ensemble, too.

he's too good, too good. love him with all of my heart, can't wait to see such mind-blowing, beautiful talent in my entire life!

Sam really likes saying "fuck" I love it.

After years my comeback set for the perfect vibes of Iron and Wine. Very encapsulating, but everything must evolve and mutate.

Amazing stuff!! This just popped up in my feed. I listen to a lot of different kinds of music. I just loved it! Thank you.

Love this!!

First time I heard and see Sam and his band, wow excellent, different, wonderful arrangements and better performace, I really like it. Thanks a lot

Great to see him evolve. Remember hearing him live at radio city hall in nyc. Still love his acoustic solos

OMG. I love this.

I saw him live in Clearwater, FL as part of his Back to Basics tour-Phenomenal. I'm loving what he did with Cinder & Smoke in this video.

Thank you🙏🏼

Beautiful and sensitive song.... i really liked !! congratulations!!!

Thank you! Wow!

I'm kinda loving you guys! Cheers from Chile.

I agree with you. Incredible!!!! They are pure peace!!!!

Call your boys is like the proto Upwards Over The Mountain

Wonderful thanks x

That is wonderful music! You all should keep that band together, forever! 8 )

Such a COOL concept! whath a great SONGS! kind of beatifull PEOPLE! THANKS & CONGRATULEITIONS. Peace.

Iron & Wine nunca decepciona, que excelente performance e que banda ótima..

just so very beautiful ✨

Meu sonho assistir um show do Sam aqui no Brasil. Artista incrível!

his music makes me feel extremly peaceful

Love Muddy Hymnal, always make me happy for some reason.

MAGICAL MUSIC. BRAVO!

what a beautiful video

Algo bueno en estos tiempos difíciles por la pandemia ..es que llegue a esta banda, me encanta .....viajó al fondo de mis sentimientos , los felicito ....saludos desde Chile

Beautiful.

A singer as humble as his voice.

fantastic love this man's music class band too thank you

Call Your Boys is really good

Perfect music for so many things mine is relaxing after work lying in bed listening to the rain on the roof

His new songs are really good like new sounds but still iron and wine, well recorded too, want more live performances like this

"Where the dreams in the backwater drown us far from home.."... Bless you Samuel Ervin Beam!!

Jesus, this is great music!

wow.. love Cinder and Smoke version ❤

as a Frenchie,i didn't know SAM BEAM ....not very famous in France yet ! i received advertisement from taylor guitars.....they spoke about him.....and i've discover his talent !! I LOVE IT !! thanks to Taylor guitars

Just saw him play in DC-- totally worth it! Not many artists you can say are better live.

Beautiful

The church bell isn’t kiddin when it cries for you

Love your music Sam and love to cover them. Thank you Greetings from Luxembourg

Thanks Taylor for pointing us to Iron & Wine (as well as the great guitars ... 410, 810), non-top 40 for a welcome change.

Precioso, una maravilla.

jesus... Cinder and Smoke had me almost in tears

Nailed it!!!!

This was just fantastic to listen to (1,000 times) because its live without any clapping after every damned song. And banter was kept to a nice minimum :)

cinder and smoke ta na versão mais absurdamente linda q eu já escutei, obrigadaa

If I had a band like this, I'd never let them leave. Ha. Ha.

Maravilhoso 💙

Exquisite!

The lead slide guitar part on Call it Dreaming sounds fantastic on cello

🏹🎶🇺🇾 gracias!!

Very talented live !

I watched this with my girl and when he finished the last song, she turned to me And said 'The show was wonderful But never meant to last'.

Please remember me... seldomly

There's no better lyricist alive.

Espetacular

I just gotta say giving Around the Well a 7.3 is a crime against humanity.

El mejor 😉☝

THIS. Is. Amazing. I'm a Deadhead. I love Benny Goodman. I love Stravinsky! Bartok! Ravel! But music that speaks to the soul..... Is RARE This is it. Love it.

Words and Music

Matthew McConaughey will play Sam in the documentary of his life.

I'm only new to Iron and Wine (Thanks Ed Sheeran!) but his voice is just timeless.❤

Awesome