Michael put this video out yesterday and I’ve since downloaded your album on Apple Music and listen to this 68 song probably six times. Incredible songwriting and passion, keep doing what you do man! This world needs it.
Nolan has been my best friend since we were 13. Eons of talent. And the best lyricist out! I’m ecstatic that he’s expanding faster then a sponge in water! Great review. His music tears my heart out!
I remember moving into town for the first time and finding out this asshat boy from school, the same turd in my damn class every year, lived behind me. And my dad (having only daughters) started collecting neighborhood boys with flat bike tires and loose board trucks. Remember Curtis? Getting off that stupid bus on Bourbon and flipping it off. All of you asshats. I remember my dad hearing Nolan sing when he was coming around the back and through our yard looking for Chuck and he said to me 'he sings? Huh. He should. It suits him'
"she was falling asleep driving down 68, I drove just to get us back safe" hits hard, Ive driven my dad home from the bar many times when I was just a kid, this is an amazing AMAZING song
Because I have a mother and had a father who never dealt with this type of addiction, I can’t really relate to what he’s singing about. However, because of how well this song was written and how powerful the performance of the song was, I am sling shotted into this as if it happened to me. I’m 41 years old and I’m sobbing in my kitchen. My god, man. I love music so much.
Ok new Nolan fans,... now look up and listen to 500 and Born to Love. Born to Love made me cry over and over. The passion in his music is incredible 🥹💕
Whomever is getting these songs to you is doing a great job. I can't think of any other youtuber (or other source) that consistently puts me on good music. I don't get your guitar talk gibberish but that doesn't mean I don't enjoy it. I can only speak on the ignorant side of guitar theory but I know when something hits my ears right. Regardless where one is on the music spectrum, you make discovering the layers of what makes something good interesting without talking down or up to your audience. Very accessible at many levels.
Dude!!! You put words to what I've been feeling about this channel!!! I've been trying to do that since I first found this channel from his Colter Wall "The Devil Wears a Suit and Tie" Reaction!!! Thank you SO much!!!
"6-5-4 is your basic progression - whatever" lol my man you summed it up perfectly - goosebumps for basically the whole video, thanks for the introduction!
I've been listening to Nolan for a few years now, and I called it years ago that he's being slept on, that he's easily top 5 best artist out and no one even knows it. I'm so glad he's finally getting the recognition he deserves. He's truly an amazing artist and songwriter that deserves to be noticed. He's the Real Deal Holyfield. Oh, and this is a true story about his mother.
Nothing more powerful and artistic musically than a someone solo on a guitar and baring his soul. Having a hook or chorus or guitar solo would’ve totally changed the trajectory of the song but he stuck to the main chords and the story he’s telling instead. Can’t get much more real than that
Hosted Nolan at a house show back in August and have had the pleasure of getting to know him a bit. I was hoping this one would cross your path. He’s incredible, man. This one is incredibly personal and about his mother’s struggle with addiction.
Yes, story of mothers addiction from child’s perspective is heartbreaking. Music that hurts you and heals you at the same time….that’s where it’s at! We hope Nolan becomes a S4L Ambassador for “The NarCAN Tour” at Songs For L;fe LLC. We’d love to have the two of you on a future podcast in Myrtle Beach. I’ll be in touch soon!
I met and heard Nolan a few years ago in Manchester Ohio at Bottoms Up bar and instantly loved his voice and music he's one of my favorite artists will always be a big fan
Damn!!!!! No words for this. Absolutely genuine and fantastic!!! I see in the comments he has played in Ohio a couple times, next time he comes to Columbus or bear here, I’m going to check this dude out!!
Didn't realize this one would hit so close to home. I recall driving my mom in a blackout down the old river road at the age of five a miracle to be sure
Best review ever! I couldnt describe my first reaction when I heard him better. Everything I've heard from him is just too real... He has stories that demand to be heard. Hopefully you gave it another listen. I'd love to hear what you think after absorbing the lyrics.
The F-chord around 5:34 is the most emotional F-chord I have ever seen! Goosebumps! Greetings to Michael and all the viewers and lovers of music in it's best way!
two things for me - one is Nolan Taylor. err.... YEA! and the other is you Palmisano. It is so rare that commentary on or about music gets to the heart of life itself and you, sir, did just that on this video. Chapeau. PS fwiw I'm not a guitar player or any kind of musician and I wouldnt know a chord progression if it slapped me upside the head but I love your videos and I love the sincerity with which you speak.
My friends ask me why I watch channels like this where somebody just reacts to songs. It's because of gems like this song that I would have never heard otherwise.
First saw Nolan when he supported CWG in Columbus, Oh. This man had an entire crowd wrapped around his finger in full attention. To say I was moved by emotion is an understatement. His music is really something special. Glad to see him on this channel finally!
The best music always comes from something the writer has seen, done, or been involved in. Put 10 people on the same song & that 1 song now has 10 different interpretations and to evoke an emotion regardless of what that emotion is the very reason we write. I cant explain the difference exactly but, when the song becomes a story that cannot be re arranged for its meaning by those 10 people, when the authors body cries before his/her eyes do, thats power. This is one of those. I've never seen this guy but I will be seeing more of him. Thanks
"I fuckin FEEL it" says perfectly how we all feel about this song. Also weirdly hilarious to hear you swear. You're always so clean to see you lose it is great lol.
I haven't had a song physically shake my soul like this song just did in such a long time. My lord this guy has talent - the lyrics, the belting, the guitar... the total package right here.
Music is such a special human thing. I’ve never watched a video from this channel, never heard of Nolan Taylor, but I’m sitting here on my couch with tears in my eyes. Beautiful.
Soooooo glad you did this man!! I LOVE Nolan. I live in WV where "68" is. And this song hits hard for SOO MANY of us who grew up poor and surrounded by addiction in WV.
I have been listening to this track and crying every time. I cant even relate to a parrent I want to run from, but I feel the truth and pain in this song and it hits me straight in my core. This is what music is all about. Thanks Michael for finding and sharing this!
Man this song hits so close to home for me. As someone with a manic, pain pill abusing, mentally manipulative mother, I'm still trying to separate myself from as a 32 yr old man. Took me until I was 30 to stop lying to myself that she's just going through a phase and some day she'll get out of that bed but she won't.
Michael, I watched this video tonight and I started crying after listening to talk after the song.. I often wonder about things like why we are here and what this life is and it also scares me to think that I guess it was one of those times where the cosmos lined up perfectly and put this video in front of me so I could watch it because every word you spoke and also the song lyric content so perfectly to a tee matched where I'm at and what's going on in my life. If you only knew all of the details of everything it would scare you too. I'm a big fan of your videos and I used to live in Baltimore too. Thank you for speaking the thoughts in your mind in this video because it broadened my perspective on this thing called life.
I am fortunate enough to actually know Nolan, and just saw him perform live recently opening for Charles Wesley Godwin and Cole Chaney, and let me tell you - he is the REAL deal. I was able to talk to him after the show and he is extremely humble, and extremely talented. I am beyond excited to just continue to watch this man pursue his dreams and succeed. He is about to BLOW UP.
I just came across this guy and this song about 2 weeks ago and I absolutely love this dude's style! He is now a part of my permanent playlist. I also recently found you and your song reactions and I thank you for the music you have introduced me to. Thank you!
Thanks my friend. I’m going through this right now at 55. Thought it would be different. This song made me laugh because I’ve never heard something that someone else wrote that was so perfect. Hopefully soon I’ll have the courage. Love you brother. Thanks for doing what you do.
I’m glad to see you reacting to more of this kind of country/Appalachian music. Some of the most powerful lyrics come from these artists, especially Nolan Taylor. I know you love colter wall so I want to show you someone who reminds me a lot of him. Jake Kohn is a new artist with a couple songs on the radiowv channel. He’s like colter wall if he was from Appalachia and I’ve been hearing he’s only 15. If that’s the case he’s probably the most mature, and creative 15 year old lyricists out there. Love the videos and keep it up!
OMG I did not expect this, such a great pick!!! Saw Nolan perform at Southgate House Revival and I felt this when I first heard it, I still do each time I hear it. Very deserving of the nod ❤️
Nolan Taylor is a hell of a singer and his guitar ain’t bad either. He belts out tunes that makes me feel my feelings. Haven’t met him in person but interacted with him online and he’s a real gentleman.
Wow. That song really spoke to me, but more so, your commentary really put it into perspective for me and really touched me. I have been in a "comfortable space" for a very long time and I have become used to not being happy but just accepting with the way things are. Letting got of a very unhealthy relationship and acting on the knowledge that it will never make me or her happy, chosing me, is something that I could never muster the courage to do and it feels like I never will at this moment. Listening to this song and yourself hinting at the fact that you managed to do that and that it was worth it inspires me. Thank you and Mr. Taylor for that.
Dude you seem like such a real and kind person - we need more people like you on this planet, and I just want to tell ya, your vibes don’t go unnoticed ✨
Nolan Taylor is an amazing musician. Powerful songs. He's got a bunch more on his YT. Super good guy. Met him in 2018 at a music festival of sorts. So happy for him that his talent is on the big ole rise
There is something special and amazing taking place in the Appalachians right now as I almost feel like we are witnessing a rebirth of REAL country music. This is the REALEST music being produced today. It's dark and sad, and it's written about their struggles and their pain. I call it COAL COUNTRY, but it really feels like it transcends stereotypes. People from all walks and backgrounds are discovering it and relating to it. It's just so damned REAL.
this Canadian girl completely agrees. a friend introduced me to the region a few years ago and i've been deep diving into the music ever since, including Nolan
I had to sign in just to reply to your comment because I totally agree. Seems like ever since Tyler Childers made it big, these other artists are getting the recognition they deserve. My brother Joe Clark is another artist who’s authentic like this and just writes and sings from his heart and life.
Great writer. Now THAT is what he does have that he shares with some of the best. It was even better by the end. Love finding new artists on Michael's channel. Thank you.
I think there's almost no need to analyze the song because the message was received so crystal clearly. Immediate connection with the emotion, immediately understood.
The thing with a great storyteller is the music is just an extension to the story.... It may not be in key or in tune it's meant to make you feel a certain type of way...... Storytellers want the story to shine and the story is definitely on the forefront here and his pain and passion filled vocal delivery makes you feel every word of it in the gut while the lyrics rip at your soul...... What a great piece thank you for doing this one Michael appreciate all you do
I agree with everyone here about how this channel is a gem for exposure to great music along good natured reactions. This song and artist were brand new to me today and I'm supremely grateful for the discovery. Will quickly say though that you missed the meaning here. He's cutting his Mom out, not his Dad.
Thanks for referencing SRV vibes of his body and soul are one with the guitar. The epitome of a genuine artist is in the open channel of pain or feeling that is expressed from their hands and voice as they are performing. RIP SRV🎸
Just having watched this one video (believe me, there will be more), Nolan is giving me Warren Zevon vibes. Warren is my all-time favorite musician. Hubby and I saw him live 7 times before his untimely death (Don't let us get Sick was our wedding song). I'm going to see where we could catch Mr Taylor live. Thank you for sharing!!
Michael Palmisano - RU-vid robbed me... I didn't get notifications from your channel. I was lucky to get a suggestion on whatsapp, Clicked on it and it's your channel. I had to open a new tab to listen to Nolan Taylor 68 without pause.... THIS IS AN ABSOLUTE STUNNER!!!!
