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Levon Helm Ramble At The Ryman "The Weight" on PBS

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Excerpt from PBS Special "Levon Helm Ramble At The Ryman" premiered nationwide on August 2009. Featuring John Hiatt, Sheryl Crow, Buddy Miller, Sam Bush. Join legendary musician and singer Levon Helm as he brings his Midnight Ramble to the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN. Check you local PBS listings.

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@cb8375 3 года назад

Dying from cancer and 70+ years old and can sing better and play better than any new musicians on the market today. As a drummer myself, Levon is my biggest musical influence. I just wish I could sing a fraction of as good as he could. RIP Levon. I’m sure you are leading Heavens Band.

@timothyclark1493 2 года назад

Who is the harmonica player here???

@barbarabolinger2534 2 года назад

Totally agree. Also a Southern gentleman. His personality was a special

@foobarmaximus3506 Год назад

@Gambler56 Год назад

perfect

@claystaggs8908 Год назад

I’m a drummer myself and Levon is a big influence. He was great at what he loved to do

@retiredyeti5555 5 лет назад

Despite his weight loss and haggard look, Levon played and sang with fervor. One of the greats, sorely missed. Now it is 2023, just rewatched it, and wondered how many folks in that crowd realized that the talent of Levon and associates would rarely be seen again.

@tonyjofenig6833 2 года назад

Levon always looked super slight, even when he was young, but he always sang and played like a heavyweight.

@fedbumoz987 2 года назад

Levin played and sang forever, he is souly missed. RIC

@lawrencemay8671 Год назад

Loved his roles as Chuck Yeager’s sidekick in “The Right Stuff” and as the sage in “SHOOTER” loved the line after Mark Whalburg said “are you sure their dead” He said “Yes I’m sure, still have the shovel in my shed”👻

@johncheek2207 Год назад

It truly brings a tear to one's eye😢

@koDaffi Год назад

He was always that skinny, he was only 5' 8". For the life he lived on road he died an old age. He knew he'd never see 100, none of us will most likely and if you are than be thankful. He lived more in his time on this Earth than many of us combined. He wasn't born with money and nor did he die with it, money doesn't equal happiness. Good music, family, and friends is all you need.

@jameservinmedia 4 года назад

I have never seen anyone in a live show communicate as much raw joy while playing, as Levon Helm.

@leavemealone0819 4 года назад

Agreed. He's been one of my favorites since I stumbled on the last waltz almost 20 years ago now

@lewisc215 3 года назад

Try Jimmy Buffett.

@michalmcquaite4698 3 года назад

I can't HELP but smile, every time I watch him.sing and play.

@LuAnnHeston 9 месяцев назад

Levon was amazing, I'm 66 years old, I grew up w The Band. His passion, his voice, RIP

@jd70HJ19 2 года назад

Someday , someday if we awake to a better reality than the present , curing cancer will become a real priority versus going to Mars or Pluto ...we will never find there anyone like LAVON LEVON HELM to entertain us and stir our emotions . Being from the same generation as Levon`s enabled me to enjoy his music and influence sooner than many later discovered in time. Thank you Levon , rest in God`s eternal peace

@murph3001 6 месяцев назад

Well said thank you

@dianaspears571 2 месяца назад

Yes indeed

@markdelille7927 2 года назад

Levon was having a blast that night. What a class act. Chills down my spine at the 5 minute mark as Chery Crow stands back and Amy and Levon lock eyes to sing that last verse. It really doesn't get any better than that. RIP Levon Helm

@fomoco1454 10 лет назад

I can say that Levon Helm was one of the most nicest and gentlest people that I've ever had the privlege of meeting. Thank you for all, Mr.Helm

@gomerpyle842 4 года назад

Greatist people i eved et

@robfrye4664 4 года назад

Mr. Helm obviously LOVED his work, and was damn good at it! I followed his wonderful career for decades, couldn't get enough. So sad he's gone- but he'll never be forgotten! A fine, fine man!

@beverlycompton8182 3 года назад

Never be anyone like Levon Helm! RIP Sir!

@paulettestoddard4624 14 часов назад

Levon’s genius will always be with us. His music never dies.

@scray00 2 года назад

I think often about doc, Levon and all the others up in heaven playing music for the lord. and my father now no longer a diabetic and blind, watching them play all day and night without a single thing to worry about, because god is taking care of them all. ❤️

@marcusbuckner5582 Год назад

Couldn’t agree with you more…..✝️❤️✝️ God is Love……..

@jackstueve4419 11 лет назад

Levon spoke late often of how the midnight rambles of his youth influenced him His life and music went full circle; from the Arkansas tent shows of his youth, to the stadiums, and finally back to the Woodstock rambles at his barn. I truly believe 60 years from now there will be an old musician talking about the influence Levon had on him when he was a kid, and I hope that kid can pass on the music, the gentleness, and the love Levon gave us all.

@larrypower8659 4 года назад

I’m already doing that and I’m “only” 73!

@divad111352 2 года назад

I am certainly trying to keep his memory alive with my drumming and singing.

@jofornes6206 2 года назад

Fadin fast! Brilliant!

@davidhallam8858 2 года назад

YES!!

@larrydaiell 2 года назад

Right on, Mr. Jack Stueve !!! I couldn't have said it better myself, so I'm not even going to try!!! 👍👌✌️

@tulsatombob2769 6 лет назад

I had the honor of playing bass in the opening act for Levon Helm in Tulsa a few years ago. He was a very nice and down to earth person. Levon was in the class of the best of the best musicians that never sold out, like the late J.J. Cale and Leon Russel. They will all be missed but never forgotten. They left us their timeless gift of some of the best music of the 20th century.

@mrmockatoo6786 4 года назад

Bob, the three gents you mentioned were among my favourite musicians in my formative years as a guitarist/songwriter in Australia. Great talents, all of them.

@mgmassey174 4 года назад

Utter gentleman.i had the honor of sitting up late talking baseball with him..Danko and Hudson. Totally good guys.. Bless them

@bjm8238 4 года назад

You hit my three favorites in one wack! Man they are great!

@Gambler56 2 года назад

you are correct Bob glad you have thoes good memories thanks

@MrJimc2 10 лет назад

One of the saddest days for music but a joyful day in heaven. God MUST be a fan of Levon and The Band.

@MsAdesio 9 лет назад

Well said

@williamjenkinsiii70 4 года назад

Wouldn’t that be a sight to see the man upstairs and Levon sitting around in deep conversation. RIP Levon !!

@felixnathansen3801 4 года назад

Just cried!

@russellschuh1556 3 года назад

You ❤ Know He Is ! He Created Them !!!

@sunflower5143 Год назад

Amazing. Everyone in the band and in the audience seemed to be emitting pure joy through that song. Such a classic and Helm was one of the best. RIP.

@Beserker3737 9 лет назад

Amazing voice, and so solid behind the drums. What a legend. I really enjoyed watching the last verse that he and Amy sang together. RIP Levon...

@RebelChild09 9 лет назад

RIP Levon Helm

@chuckturner6984 5 лет назад

"Drummers shouldn't sing, except Levon Helm." Joe Strummer of The Clash

@RayNDeere 4 года назад

And this after Levon fought off cancer, lost and then regained his voice. Levon finally got his due in his later years with his solo work like Dirt Farmer. He was the finest kind.

@colinstewart3699 4 года назад

Don Henley was another drummer who could sing a song or two eh ?

@larrydaiell 2 года назад

@@chuckturner6984 Joe Strummer wasn't a drummer. He was the regular lead singer, minus the occasional Mick Jones tune. He would pick up a guitar 🎸 every now and then, but not very often and (if he were still with us, I'm pretty sure that he'd tend to agree) not very well!

@cheryllefort1209 8 лет назад

Heaven sure has one heck of a band....

@tom.hoffmann6585 5 лет назад

Cheryl Levon was part of Heaven on earth 😇

@evaadams8298 4 года назад

Cheryl Lefort and levon will in the front!!

@eddiestorey9633 Год назад

I saw Levon the September before he pass and it was an amazing performance. I knew that he wasn’t well but I had no idea he would pass just a few short months after that. I’m thankful I got to see him live, he is missed by the world ❤

@lesschoenberger3070 5 лет назад

Oh man, when he and John shake hands at the beginning and then you hear Levon start singing, the eyes just well up with tears, who didn't love Levon?

@andrewedwards5896 Год назад

I close my eyes to that voice and fall in love again with music , thank you SIR !!!

@bobbyosborne2375 5 лет назад

Imagine jamming with Levon. Extremely jealous of everyone that had the opportunity to play music with him, and EXTREMELY happy for them at the same time. RIP Levon. You are missed. Especially nowadays when music is awful. I wish we could get back to this. When music came from the soul, and was written with conviction, heart, and tastefulness.

@meeder78 2 года назад

I don't know why but every time I listen to the Weight I get goosebumps. Something in the melody and lyrics hits home every time.

@user-qy9tf2im7f 2 года назад

The joy Levon demonstrates in still performing this Classic is amazing!

@claystaggs8908 Год назад

I love to see the audience up on their feet movin, dancin, and clappin instead of sitting there dead. Good music and musicians make ya wanna get up and move around

@jeanc819 2 года назад

Watching Levon Helm play it's clear that making people happy was his calling and music, its vehicle. What a great performance.

@louisquinones3164 5 лет назад

I met, ate,smoked,played music with levon in santa Monica one summer. He was the most down to earth person I had ever met in my life. We had such a great time especially when Gene Clark of the Byrd's walked in,then Billy Preston and Harry Dean staton. We all had such a great time that's what I called my great ole days. I'll always, oh and I left out my great friend Royce D. Applegate, without him, I would've never had met all these great legendary musicians. RIP Royce,levon,Billy and IRA Miller. Miss you all forever.

@imeagles 8 лет назад

Good to see so many young people in the audiences that enjoys such great classic. God bless you Levon.

@dongriffis9106 12 лет назад

There aren't many things that make me cry, but Levon Helm was one. From his sweet soft mandolin on incredible love ballads like "It Makes No Difference"; his shouting out rockers like "The Shape I'm In" -- all the way decades later to the hard rural songs on his "Electric Dirt", he had that understated, appropriate drumming with the mystical voice that moved me to tears. They're almost all gone now -- God Bless you Levon, sleep well and enjoy your many musicians and friends waiting on you there.

@orkycathcart6397 4 года назад

THERE WILL NEVER EVER BE ANOTHER HUMAN SUCH AS LEVON HELM !!!!!!!

@mikeroki3806 5 лет назад

so, 70 years old, dying from throat cancer. and he belted this out. i feel sorrow that i dind;t go to a ramble in woodstock with my buddy Tommyc

@mikefowler2417 Год назад

The joy in this performance is incredible

@alanyupongau8404 3 года назад

What a very happy group of musicians. Thank you Levon and RIP

@skipstein744 5 лет назад

Thank you Levon for all the music you and your friends made... you are missed.

@stefanstanca8410 10 лет назад

Levon Helm is a monument in music rock and country. Great man!

@BarneyDavey 2 года назад

I'm humbled to have seen them play and now see this remarkable soul-stirring display of humanity. God Bless Levon Helm.

@reallyel 4 года назад

True, he was one of the nicest, genuine people I ever met, he played at my club in 1989 with the Allstars, in Liberty, NY on South Main street, one of the best shows we had over the 5 years we were open. The Pursuit of Happiness cafe and music club. He offered to leave all the equipment and come the very next day to play again, but i had to decline even though I would have loved it. i wasn't sure we'd have enough people to pay the extra fee, a decision then i had to make in a minute. Wish I had it to do over again.

@fbmilk 12 лет назад

don't say rock and roll is dead, Levon brought it back to life with the midnight rambles, and if everything goes as it should that magical old barn will be saved one more time, and the ramble will go on forever.....Levon may be gone but as long as there's still thousands upon thousands of people listening to and playing his music rock will never die

@frankstackowitz9234 4 года назад

Great performance of a signature song. Levon truly was the heart of The Band

@matthewbailey2013 3 года назад

It's late 2020, and I am so glad I got to THIS church !

@elvez1231 4 года назад

"Hey there, Mr. Owner-man - you gotta real nice cause in there - I hope you do well with it..." - spoken minutes after The Band played a marathon 2 hour 45 minute set in Chattanooga, TN. 1994. We, they, everyone was exhausted - truly the musical highlight of my life. Plus - I was fortunate enough to get Levon a quarter ounce of weed - thank you D - after he'd been without for a week or so - LOLOLOLOLOLOLOL it was fucking incredible!

@johnknottenbelt2502 4 года назад

You good thaaang ! Memories are some of the few things we get to keep forever.

@stevenwagle1101 4 года назад

If there has ever been a sweeter, smoother Rock and Rock drummer than Levon Helm, I'm sure I don't know who it would be!

@mbnyus 12 лет назад

I'm listening this song everyday for the last 6 weeks and I can't get rid of it. Love this song..!!

@JHamilton263 12 лет назад

Since I heard the news that Levon died, I've been listening to his music and understandably, feeling quite sad. I felt as if he left something unfinished or there was more living he should have been allowed to do. This video gives me closure. The happiness in Levon in this video is amazing. Seeing him doing what he did best, as well as he ever did it, straight until the end really speaks to how complete his life was. I'm still sad he's gone, but you can't say he didn't live a full life. RIP

@ronkirk5099 4 года назад

Browsing through the CD's in a thrift store, I happened on a Levon Helm CD and what a great treasure of music for a dollar. I feel like I struck gold.

@mikeschmiedel6140 9 лет назад

Danke Levon, Rick, Manuel, Robby und Garth ! Ihr habt mit eurer Musik mehr als nur Freude bereitet ! Ihr habt Menschen geprägt !! Danke !!

@moorea1307 9 дней назад

With his core group, little Sammy davis, Larry, Theresa, Amy, ❤❤❤❤ such joy. Levon a direct link with heaven whike he was here and after.

@misterrei1 12 лет назад

RIP Levon. Play with friends both old and new and let the heavens ring with sweet harmonies.

@chuckturner6984 7 лет назад

"Drummers shouldn't sing. Except Levon Helm." Joe Strummer of The Clash

@andrewmccallum9943 5 лет назад

What about don henley?

@FoMoCoJoeB 5 лет назад

What about Phil Collins?

@davidoneill4379 4 года назад

The two of them don't make one levon

@stevenmiller7747 4 года назад

Chuck Turner kind of a dumb statement by Joe.

@muffa9125 4 года назад

anyone remember a drummer named Karen

@mydogchance195 11 лет назад

When you look up in the sky, and the sun is so bright it burns your eyes, that is the white of Levon's teeth as he smiles down from heaven! RIP brother.......see you soon.

@freidrichnietzsche6643 Год назад

Levon Helm is a national treasure. His role in the Shooter movie is epic. God bless this man.

@tom.hoffmann6585 5 лет назад

A perfect song in a perfect place by a perfect group !

@sethcragan6908 5 лет назад

Seeing Buddy Miller on that stage makes my heart smile. I have been a fan of he and his wife Julie for over 30 years now... Good to see I got it right.. Lol.

@davidclements7696 11 месяцев назад

Levon's delight to hear John Hiatt sing his song is wonderful!

@oscarcestari3080 11 лет назад

One of the bests songs from Levon Helm. Congratulations Levon.!!!

@raggedcompany1225 10 лет назад

George Recile, Dylan's drummer on shaker and tambourine behind Levon. Such a great night of music in the best hall I've ever had the good fortune to be in .

@philexile0 2 года назад

One of my heroes. God bless The Band.

@alfredhouston6202 5 лет назад

I concur whole heartedly! The Band came at a tune when they were fusing so many genres that we didn't yet know what to call it; Americana, Southern Rock, Folk, Blues --WHAT??? All I can say is they had had us mesmerized along with groups like Little Frat. Levon Helm was a great vocalist, drummer and actor. He was taken far too soon and is sorely missed. R.I.P Mr. Helm.

@hughmanatee7657 Год назад

Great surrealist song. Never fails to pull everyone in!

@robertforrest9021 6 лет назад

The Band of Stars in Rock and Roll Heaven grows even larger. When my days on Earth come to an end and the Sun sets on my resting body I hope to see the Stars reunited once again

@frankcanary3852 7 лет назад

I've heard many, many versions of this song by many artists. Every one is great. My all time favorite song. Wish I saw The Band in person

@tom.hoffmann6585 5 лет назад

Frank you are so right !

@mikedurhan9941 3 года назад

What a talent and a seemingly nice guy. The world is a better place for having received Levon Helm.

@Parker53151 Год назад

It seems like Buddy Miller alway shows up in the background of videos like this, smiling, playing awesome guitar.

@alanyupongau8404 2 года назад

Happy music. All musicians were happy and enjoying jamming together

@CHS1957 3 года назад

Such talent, one of the coolest dudes who “still got the shovel. “. RIP

@MedicatedOMO 3 года назад

As do we all...

@tomgebarowski8156 7 месяцев назад

I really like John Hiatt here, need to explore his music more! Great to see Levon Helm having so much fun here with this classic song from his days in The Band.

@ernestheau9146 15 дней назад

I first became familiar with Levon Helm when I bought the first album by The Band (Music from the Big Pink), an amazing group of Canadian musicians with one American member, and that was Levon Helm.

@cabsep 11 лет назад

I love this. The performers look like they're having so much fun and enjoying there music. This is the kind of concert I like going to. Just good fun music.

@freeboman65 13 лет назад

There is no one like Levon . His statue should be on Mt. Rushmore . The man is an icon

@geespar1 4 года назад

Great performance of a fantastic song, I loved the shots of the audience as well

@jonEbeeGood 4 года назад

Levon, One of the greatest in the music industry ever !!!

@mikeburton8916 4 года назад

Can’t believe the people just setting in their chairs, get the hell up and celebrate this man.

@daveinindy 7 лет назад

... just cruising through some of the legends here on RU-vid, ... looking for performances where the bands seemed to be having the time of their lives. This is certainly one of them - can only imagine what playing with Levon was like. Clearly, these folks were loving it - and at the Ryman to top it off.

@jimferguson3863 2 года назад

Thanks Levon! You were the best and remember listening to The Band in my teens. RIP

@Crossbow0106 12 лет назад

Just absolutely wonderful. I miss Richard, Rick and Levon a lot.

@BklyNYC 2 года назад

Robbie may have "written" this and others but all The Bands songs will always belong to the voices of Rick Richard and Levon. Those three beautiful voices were an abundant of riches any band would be lucky to have just one of them. Hope they are up there harmonizing and still singing. ✌🏻

@Davidmoore-ib8xg Год назад

Hello ,how are you ,how is the weather over there,i hope your enjoying it?

@lauradewey5748 Год назад

Only Garth is left.😢

@stephaniesmith9715 Год назад

It doesn't get any better than this.

@RebelChild09 9 лет назад

Still one of the best songs ever. You can take your pick on which version you like best, but the song itself is legendary. Personally, my favourite is the one from The Last Waltz where they featured The Stapels Singers. Just too groovy not to love. Levon Helm was a true musical hero. The Band was legendary. I hope the music lives on for many eras to come. (edit: *Staples, not Staple)

@gaellecorff978 6 лет назад

Nox Ensomnia ...la version avec les Staples est aussi pour moi la meilleure !!😉

@SaposJoint 6 лет назад

I don't agree. I think this is one the best I've heard. John Hiatt is a genius songwriter, and has some serious voice control.

@robertporte3729 6 лет назад

Raised my three daughters on the Last Waltz. Mandatory family viewing at Christmas, Easter and Thanksgiving. They are grown and starting their own families. All five of my grandkids are now learning it from their mamas. Now When we can be all in the same place together we often spontaneously sing ‘The Weight’, last waltz style, (acapella). Pure Joy is the best way I can describe it.

@marshsherrif2824 6 лет назад

totally agree

@karensuehampton8233 5 лет назад

THE LAST WALTZ VERSION IS THE VERY BEST WITH THE STAPLE SINGERS ..IMHO.. I AGREE WITH U NOX!!!

@darrelldadams 3 года назад

nothing better than watching a musician having a good time on stage.

@tyecook9630 6 лет назад

Levon was simply a beautiful man, God rest his soul...

@jimmytatum9255 Год назад

Always Been A Favorite Times ☕🇺🇸✌️🤍❤🎵🎶

@williamcassone9290 3 года назад

GOD BLESS THE BAND

@dnealgail8244 6 лет назад

Gosh ... I love this guy! RIP Levon!

@craigschaffer828 10 лет назад

Brings a tear to my eyes...

@beansbeans4551 5 лет назад

God bless you Levon. I sure do miss that guy.

@gmonteri48 4 года назад

This late in his life he could still sing and play. A great musician.

@elainedillon4846 4 года назад

Levon probably the best, I love the man and every piece of music he did a pleasure just to listen to the man.

@TheBatugan77 11 месяцев назад

How can you not love Levon? Always will! ♥️🙏♥️🙏♥️

@jimmyrecce8787 Год назад

Now that my friend is real music...🎸🎸

@Harpplayer504 9 лет назад

Thank's Leon and friends,you've always given us all you've got, and you are missed in my heart.

@jenniferwilkins3825 3 года назад

Thanksgiving. 2020 I am ever so grateful God gave the world Levon. I will forever love this man.

@Davidmoore-ib8xg Год назад

Hello ,how are you ,how is the weather over there,i hope your enjoying it?

@gsueparke6392 2 года назад

Just Levon had that one voice and pleased mamy many of us RIP BUDDY MISS YA!!!😎😎

@bil4doe 10 лет назад

Another era passes. Rockin' In Paradise Levon

@binghiboi8004 4 года назад

Being born and raised in Chicago, it's impossible for me to miss the Gospel and Blues infusion, Levon brought to the altar, through his musical gift from The Most High. His nuanced phrasing, pocket and tone; are Heavenly HEAVY. When the Saints go Marching in, they GO HARD! Igziabeher...

@kylestewart9342 11 лет назад

Very nice. Been on a The Band kick lately, and this tune just keeps humming in my head all day. And you know what, my days have been getting better and better.

@balerjohnson3099 4 года назад

So much great music in the past ..this song was released when I was in grade school . So much music today that is hard to even listen to ..

@charlesrussek7118 4 года назад

So many great versions. But have you seen and heard the 50th anniversary version done by Playing for Change? Features Robbie Robertson, Ringo and dozens of other musicians from around the world. Lucas Nelson , Willie's son, nails The crazy chester verse.

@princetonnj1628 3 года назад

My favorite too. It's perfect.

@CalamityJane831 2 года назад

Hard to support shit that Robbie does :-(

@charlesrussek7118 2 года назад

@Denise Hartle None of us know the truth. They were all on their way to becoming hard core junkies and drunks. Robbie was done with the road. It killed Richard.Emanual and Rick Danko. Robbie saw it coming. The fact that no one but Robbie did any significant writing after the breakup is telling. I am sure the truth lies somewhere in between the two stories. Playing for change did the 50th anniversary version. Robbie gets no royalties because Bob Dylan owns the rights to that song or did until he sold out. Levon made plenty off it with his performaces.

@OnTheRoadWithAndre 12 лет назад

Oh, what a loss to us all... He inspires me even now, and I'm thankful that he was given a second chance at his career after his surgeries and treatments, and releasing Dirt Farmer and Electric Dirt to bring his beautiful talent to the masses once again, on his own terms... Rest peacefully, Levon....before you're departure, you raised the bar for all of us....

@orkycathcart6397 4 года назад

IT DOESN'T GET ANY BETTER THAN THIS WHILE WATCHING THE GREAT LEVON HELM DO WHAT HE DOES BEST AND THATS , EVERYTHING !!!!!!!!!!!!

@charlesnewcomb6520 6 месяцев назад

To super awesome listen to the musicians in this man Damon God bless America for this I mean we have people with hearts we don't have to be a man or a woman we can be who we are I just love it