I'm 70 yrs old and I just found John Prine. I missed out on listening to him for about 50 yrs so I guess I've got alot of catching up to do or live to 140. I hope I go to heaven and he's there too
I'm 70 yrs old also and have been listening to John Prine for over 50 yrs and I can tell you Andrew you've got a lot of great JP music discovery ahead of you. Enjoy the trip.👍
With ya there buddy.....am , like you, a late discoveree.....very sadly!! ....am on wrong side o 60....and only discovering this great music now......well, hopefully I'll be able to listen to it for a few more years ❤
@@MartinCogavin Welcome to the wonderful world of, Prine, Goodman, Kristofferson, Guthrie and so many others that never got the recognition they deserved.
I just found Steve Goodman and I'm hooked. John Prine has been my favorite all my life. I can't believe Steve was so sick and he had so much energy. He preformed and you would never know he was so sick. He would have been a legend If he.had been able stick around.
Amazing what we learn in this world when we open our eyes...john prine was one of the first to be executed for crimes against humanity...sold his soul from the beginning...sad but fuking true .
I never knew who John Prine was until I heard of his passing. I consider myself very knowledgeable when it comes to music. I have been exploring John's music for the last 4 weeks and I can say that he, without a doubt, has become my most favorite song writer of all time. Such simple song structure with such a powerful message. I'm sad I never got to see you perform John. I hope you are having your vodka and ginger ale next to peaceful waters.
Jayson Eubanks The world of Prine and Goodman is the best the music world has ever put together.... No studio tuning here... and the writing is top notch.... enjoy the tour....
A musical void that may never be filled, sad, yet powerful, sweet, and somehow strong. I used to play Johns songs in bars back in the 70's as a much younger man when not many knew of him. Now, as I approach 70, I feel once again drawn to the truthful lyrics and earthy performances that he blessed us with. Thankful that I got to see him perform live a couple of times. RIP.
Rest in Peace John. I feel like I've lost my best friend having had you as my hero since the age of 16. Turn 60 this month and I Thank You for being such a presence in my life.
I wonder if John Prine ever watched all these vintage videos on RU-vid that he may have missed first time around. I'd like to think he did. I saw JP three times in the 2 years before he died, and he always paid tribute to his friend 'Stevie' Goodman. 2 legends. Together again I hope.
There is a sweet, short documentary here somewhere about Steve Goodman, featuring interviews with John Prine, Arlo Guthrie, Kris Kristofferson, Steve's widow, and his manager. Kristofferson has to stop talking at one point, because he starts crying. I was blessed to see Steve perform at the Moore Theater in Seattle in the mid-70s. He played solo for three hours, with one little break. What a treat that was!
I never worked with Steve, but I did work with his brother shortly after he died. We both cried a lot. I miss them both, but they are picking and grinning in heaven
@@hugowiberg1843 Saw Steve Goodman twice, once in a tiny coffeehouse, once in a larger hall. Both times he broke a string mid-song, switched guitars, and picked up right from the note he left.
I saw John in Pittsburgh in early 2012, he dedicated this song to his brother who he said wasn't doing too well, was in the hospital, they had talked before the show and his brother had asked John to play this for him. John ended the song with tears streaming down his face. THIS MAN IS REAL. Love you John.
"Broken hearts and dirty windows make life difficult to see". The best line in any song. I saw John perform this 30 years ago and swore I would learn to fingerpick it. It's now my favorite song of his to play. I miss him so much.
No telling how many times I have watched this. Such a joy, every time, to watch John and Steve together. I think it is one of the sweetest music videos I have ever seen. God bless you, John Prine.
Broken hearts and dirty windows...Steve Goodman broke your heart and John Prine looked through those dirty windows and saw the shadows outside...great job
I had the pleasure of seeing John and Steve together at Milwaukee's Summerfest on the Country Stage. Steve told jokes about his leukemia (dude had a dark sense of humor). John made a point (more than one, actually) about the fact that it was Steve that wrote "City of New Orleans". Damn, those two put on the best show. Have a beer for me in the afterlife, guys.
I'm watching this after just receiving news that John Prine is battling Covid-19. I am sad. I wouldn't put it past Prine to bounce back and give the world another Grammy-award winning album. But if he doesn't, I feel peace that he will join his life-long friend, "Stevie."
Absolutely perfect song as I sadly part with all of the baggage left behind by my mother's passing and contemplate my own mortality. Who will want or understand my souvenirs?
John Prine has meant so much in our al familie's lives - from 1972-73 until today. We have llistened to all his songs - know the words to his songs, gone to his concerts and have loved him with grateful hearts for all our lives.
Music to comfort the soul. Let's all take a deep breath and hope for leadership and sanity in these perilous times. God bless John Prine and Steve Goodman.
Lyrics All the snow has turned to water Christmas days have come and gone Broken toys and faded colours Are all that's left to linger on I hate graveyards and old pawn shops For they always bring me tears I can't forgive the way they robbed me Of my childhood souvenirs Memories, they can't be boughten They can't be won at carnivals for free Well it took me years to get those souvenirs And I don't know how they slipped away from me Broken hearts and dirty windows Make life difficult to see That's why last night and this morning Always look the same to me And I hate reading old love letters For they always bring me tears I can't forget the way they robbed me Of my sweetheart's souvenirs Memories they can't be boughten They can't be won at carnivals for free Well it took me years to get those souvenirs And I don't know how they slipped away from me Source: Musixmatch Songwriters: John Prine
My heart is breaking 💔 We lost a beautiful soul and Jesus gained one. Best singer and songwriter. I followed John since 1973. R.I.P. John you’ll always hold a special place in my heart ♥️🌹
They played together so naturally. True friends, Steve took Kris Kristofferson to hear John. Then John gave Steve solo writing credit on You Never Even Called me by my Name. So Steve bought John a juke box with some of the royalties. Two great songwriters, together again.
Embarrassed to say it, but I just “discovered” John Prine a year ago. Love your story, Michele, because I always felt Steve Goodman was hands down the best songwriter EVER. I love that they were linked as you described, and I have a new idol now.
I can always go back to this , and feel young and old at the same time. The video is fuzzy but it Still sounds crisp. God bless those boys, now and forever.
This was recorded for Austin City Limits and I was priviledged to be in the audience for the taping. Prine and Goodman are two of the best musicians ever! :)
Johnny Cash used to say that he only listen to others music when he was in songwriting mode, and then he listened only to the best: John Prine and Steve Goodman.
I "discovered" John Prine by simply listening to the radio-the days when DJ's played what they wanted. But thank goodness I have lived long enough to enjoy RU-vid and all the free concerts like this. Steve-you are still loved and missed. (Steve lived with terminal leukemia for 15 yrs and died at 36 yrs.) ☮
Damn Steve Goodman was an awesome picker and a very humble unselfish human being who took Kristoffesen to see John at the Earl. What a great pal to have that would put you first. Two great American treasures who loved and appreciated each other.
I was blessed to live to hear Bob Dylan, Arlo Guthrie, Steve Goodman, John Prine and Paul Simon. The nucleus of the greatest singer/songwriters ever. There were more, but these were the best ever. They made me laugh, cry, applaud, cheer and, most of all, think. I will be eternally grateful for that.
I saw them play at either the State or Paramount Theater Mar 5th, 1981,.John dedicated "Sam Stone" to his old pal John Belushi., who had died that morning. R.I.P., fellas
I saw them play this at a concert near Washington, DC back in 1981. I never get tired of hearing those guitars. Goodman died a few years later as I recall. Prine is struggling with the coronavirus now. Here's hoping he pulls through and lives a long time.
was fortunate enough to see/listen to both Steve G & John P individually and together, College of DuPage way back in the late 70s. Have numerous Goodman albums/songs. Few had more wit and entertained more than Goodman. He was quick with a quip and yet refreshingly modest/humble at the same time. He inspired me to learn how to play a number of his songs. Rest in Peace Steve G knowing you left this world a much better place!
What can be said they haven't shown right here. Two of the greatest poets of the last century, two of the greatest performers, and I'll add, two of the best guitarists ever. Thank you for sharing your talents with the world guys, you are missed for sure, thank God we have these videos and songs to fall back on.
Was supposed to see John at the Little Bear in Evergreen, CO the weekend after Steve left us. John cancelled, and rightfully so. I had several opportunities to see him later and consider myself so fortunate to have done so. My first thought upon hearing John had left us, was I'm sure he and Steve are already singing together for all their friends in the great beyond. Rest easy boys!
@@quinbagwell7515 that’s what said. I would have to be deaf not to recognize that Steve Goodman was a superior instrumentalist. And John himself would say that. But when it come to the eloquence of a twist of a phrase , poetry, humorist and basically the second coming of a Mark Twain, John Prine reigned.
Watching something like this makes me feel older than hell (because I am). When you're young, you think something like this will never end. Reality check: it does. You could never imagine back then that someday these two would be gone. Ha! Where did my youth go?!
When I went to see Steve John most likely show up and if you went to see John Steve would show up. To see them was a royal treat. Love John and miss Steve dearly
I use to see Steve Goodman all the time at The Main Point in Bryn Mawr ,Pa in the last 70's. Just him and his guitar and he was AMAZING. No one was like him, before or since. RIP, Steve
Saw them in Spokane, WA, 1980. Steve played our private party after - bought him breakfast - he was a total unashamed humanist who respected people and life. Also a darn fine 'picker & wordsmith. RIP Bro, sorry I lost your album covers.
Prine took the lead, it's his song you know, and together he and Goodman smack downed the the beauty of this song. What a melodic contribution Steve Goodman made to this song here. Man can pick with one pick what others do with a 3 or 4 finger picking style. Great American!
I grew up on John Prine ❤ Got to meet him couple yrs before he passed up at a theater type place he played I was so honored felt like a little kid again 😊❤️
John Prine, Steve Goodman, Kris Kristofferson, Hoyt Axton, Gordon Lightfoot, Willie Nelson, Dylan, and many other singer songwriters whom I saw perform have mad my life richer.
Steve Goodman drove so many talented people to be better than they would otherwise be, yet was passed over for folk recording stardom - whether by discrimination, oversight or his own choice, I don't know. His death was a tragedy; but his life was an inspiration and a celebration. One of the greats. John is still with us, thank dog. Send him some love if you can. He's still younger than Mick Jagger, but looks like he needs a hug these days. Drop him a line and tell him how fucking great he is! Thanks, translatesslowly!
Two of the most talented and creative geniuses we have had the gift of being on the planet the same time. I know when I need to be uplifted and/or just to relax and daydream, I put on my John Prine/Steve Goodman playlist. I'm a lucky gal. Joy abounds with them.
John and Steve, what a pair, came up togrther. Best friends. Steve makes it sound like there is a small orchestra up there. What a great guitar player. Two of the greatest talents to come out of Chicago. Their music speaks for itself and will for generations to come. Good job guys, thanks for the souvenirs.
Wish I could explain how the genius of these 2 men moves me. I can't, so I just count among my blessings that in my time I was able to listen to and enjoy and laugh and cry and marvel at the gifts they shared with us.
Seeing Prine last night in SF>..... it's funny how he patters between songs.... sound less like a legend than he is but more like a guy in the neighborhood who writes little stories about his neighbors and plays guitar doing it.
JaPlJustSayin great singer & song writers indeed. Another genius of song writing is Kris Kistofferson, found these and encouraged them to go to NY and get signed to a recording company...
My daughter' went to see his first show after his health problem and said he was awesome. He didn't use his health as an excuse for nothing. She said he played a long time while standing up the whole time! She loved it😘😘✌
