Well, looks like I'm 9 years late at this point. Wouldn't expect you to see this but felt compelled to join the chorus of voices - in saying what an inspiration you are. Thanks for carrying the torch so artfully on behalf of Nick. 👏
Hey Tobias! Been watching your covers of Nick Drake for years now and have never found anyone who comes close to matching your ability, so so good!!! Just wanted to say your playing is truly amazing to watch, thanks!!!!!
@sethtastical Thank you for your comments! So for subscribing. I appreciate the kind words. It means a lot. In this case, I don't really remember. It usually takes me up to a few days to learn a song by ear once I figured out or looked up the tuning. Constantly refining my renditions over time though. I've been playing guitar since 2009.
@JesseMathews Thank you so much for the comment! I really appreciate it Jesse. You're too kind. Though i'm really glad you liked it of course ;-) I wouldn't know how to approach such a beautiful piece of music other than displayed here. Well there are always new details of Nicks guitar work i discover working on a tribute. I try. best regards
Tobias, this put tears to my eyes. Your delicate approach to this is just incredible... You remind us how special Nick's music really is and always will be. Great job! -Sam
Tobias, 9 years have passed since you made these. I hope your getting as much enjoyment out of life as I am Learning these songs during lockdown in Ireland. I am extremely greatful to learn by watching your renditions.
Wow... I hardly ever listen to covers on RU-vid they mostly don't capture the essence of the song. But my friend yours it excellent!! I almost felt like I was watching Nick himself. I don't say that often. You really are very talented. I have been teaching myself guitar not very good at all but it's been fun learning. Keep up the good work.
Hi Tobias! Honestly I feel like I'm listening to the original. I can't imagine playing and singing this at the same time. You play so effortless yet precise. Absolutely amazing. BRAVO! cheers, julie
Hey, ich wollte mich nur bei dir unbekannterweise bedanken. Das Lied und deine stimmen haben mich nach dem Tod meines Bruders sehr oft und lange begleitet. Auch wenn es Nick drakes Lied ist, der Text passt perfekt zu ihm. Also ganz einfach danke.
Hi Tobias, I feel the same way as Julie, your playing is simply amazing, not only you perfected the guitar playing of nick you also have the same kind of mood in all of your way of performance, and as you go you get better with he's songs, this was better then the older one you made that got deleted for sure man, as always great job! :) Cheers, Jesse
@unclealbert72 Really, i don't know any more words to describe how much i appreciate your comments! Thank you :) Much appreciated. I'm really glad you enjoyed one of my attempts once more. all the best
I don't have anything written down for my rendition. But you can try nickdraketabs com and see if that fits your needs. I think it's pretty close. Generally a great source for tabs of Nicks songs.
I've always loved Nick Drake's stuff and this is one of my fave songs. I play guitar but had found Nick's songs to be just about unplayable for someone of my limited ability. However with the tab,this clip and a LOT of practice I've finally got it! I can't believe it. It actually sounds pretty good. Thanks Tobias. Keep posting your amazing renditions. Dave - Liverpool :o)
@TubaGirl01 Thank you :) So for subscribing of course! You're too kind. I'm really glad you liked my try. I appreciate that you took your time and stopped by!
Thanks for the comments and kind words, Phoebe. I'm glad you enjoyed my renditions! Sorry to say that I'm not singing a lot or recording a lot of covers anymore, but I'll definitely keep it in mind. I learned a few songs of his in the past but haven't recorded any of them yet. I'll let you know if I get back to it.
My focus simply shifted over time. One other reason is, that my voice was never that reliable to begin with. In the end I had to force it, and that wasn't fun, so I put it on hold.
Thanks, Mike. Maybe I'll return to it later on, but as I said, there was just that element missing that I could fully control. My voice was always different on a day to day basis and pretty limited overall. On top of that, my ideas and influences lie elsewhere, so I just have to follow what drives me and what I can rely on.
It's hard to play any Nick Drake song without a SUPER steady hand, and it's easy to lift the pinky once you become a more confident player, so don't worry. I used my pinky a bit when I learned Nick Drake songs. Great job!
Very very good. Is it a pain to tune that way? I'm considering tuning one of my guitars to this tuning but it's always such a hassle. Do you have any tricks that can help me with the tuning?
Wow - your playing and seeing singing are fantastic but the performance is so much more. You really capture the essence of the song - bravo! And don't worry about your pinky. Hendrix shouldn't have played with his thumb around the neck but it worked for him. Just keep doing what works for you.
ich find echt deine qualität so hammer hart ;) so subjektiv auf die schneller eingeschätzt klingt es echt besser als meine aufnahmen, von der audioqualität her! womit bearbeitest du es? super gespielt und gesungen natürlich! sorry dass ich mich noch nicht durch die videos alle durchschauen konnte... marcel
