Shovels & Rope - The Thread 

I just watched this 15 times.... just kept hitting replay... I need to put my phone down now. This. Is. Too. Much. Awesome.

How are they not more recognized as an incredible duo!? Let alone their individual talent! Such wonderful musicians and songwriters !!!

the great thing about Shovels and Rope is that no matter what musical phase im goin through they are always there to listen too

I hope these 2 are doing great, always loved their music so much ❤️ Such an under the radar tune.. I’ve shown dozens of people this song and every single one has been floored.. this is that perfect balance between heavy and heavy hearted.. love you both for blessing us with these absolute gems of Americana bliss 🙏🏻🇺🇸❤️

These words laid down here are profound and beautiful. This song touches the soul

this duo is without a doubt one of the finest i've heard for along time. harmonies are tight without being tried. instrumentally they can switch instruments mid song and not miss a beat. really like these kids.

man this is damned good. love how much good music is out there, especially this resurgence of bluegrass,REALcountry,folk,acoustic based music. LOVE it. this is the music of hard times, and though its not as bad as it can be, the REAL music coursing through this country's veins are a reflection of whats going on, this is the music of struggle. so authentic. be kind yall.

they love each other inside and out so much and you can really hear & feel it in how they play music together... f l o w .... soul...

These two are absolutely wonderful together and I am so thankful I came across their music.

some people are just so fucking talented... the rest of us are just left in awe

@grandmachristine42 She grew up in Yazoo, MS and Nashville, TN.. he grew up in Denver.

Moving many to shout bring Cary home, she has what many search for.. talent. This song has power and Cary has plugged us all into her voice

It was amazing to see y'all here in Eugene on 10/25/22. I was heartbroken that y'all didn't play the two songs that may have literally saved my life when all my friends were committing suicide--THE THREAD and KEEPER. But it was an amazing show and you are amazing people. I understand what it means to feel 'unemployable,' and I thank the gods that you all are, because your music has saved a few lives at least. Very Best, Steve

Please come to Oklahoma!!!! This group makes me come alive. I've been "Laying Low" until I heard you. Appriciate you all so much. Love you guys!!

Thank you for existing

I love the way they interact and how they look at each other

PLEASE COME TO LOS ANGELES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Everything cut on tape that day is amazing. I think the clips in the van were shot the same day. He's cool, she gives me the chills, together they're amazing. I like to way her voice breaks (2:37). They should keep it just like that on their records; All natural, All in and Fuck Auto-Tune !

Power duo beyond comparison. Love these two!

The song great together in that voice wow! just draws you in

I stand amazed. I think I have listened to this song twenty times today. I have no words for just how this song moves me...

@28happenstance SERIOUSLY! This video just literally moved me to tears. What an amazing song & performance.

Just found these two tonight. Song after song has given me chills. Fantastic music.

You guys are awesome I love your music and videos I heard you on the radio I have to get your record or CD

These 2 are already royalty in my mind, and tenured and entrenched as 2 of the finest singer- songwriters who ever did it, they merit not only serious discussion of whether they belong among the " immortals " as I think of them (Dylan, Paul Simon, Baez, Jack White, Isaac Brock) but whether they deserve the seat at the head of the table... these two amaze me everytime I hear every song.... no matter how many times

Songs with lots of truth in them and gutsy presentation.Blows me away!

truly American art. Thank you. Mike

Saw them in Atlanta last weekend. AWESOME. Loved it! Thanks for coming and please return soon!

Fabulous, cant think of any duos that are as good together as these two.

Such a beautiful voice. Thank you for this!

These two make me so very happy. Staggering voices and music.

"Wish I could look death in the face and transcend both time and space". Priceless. Put's tears in my eyes every time. PLEASE come to New Orleans or Baton Rouge!!!

I am really enjoying your journey.... thanks for letting us follow along...!

I love their music & wonder cinematography! Just beautiful!

Listened to this so many times, how have I not heard of these guys before.... They are awesome, they put most 'musicians' these days to shame!

Beautiful, wonderful, brave, marvelous, amazing!!!!

your song is transcendent. the impact is vibrant. thank you for this video! I play it over and over because it is true reflection of who you are ! All the best in your life!

canNOT wait to see y'all in Boston! Chucktown love

Such fun music. She's pretty but her voice makes her beautiful

The little drop she does at 2:43 just melts me. So good.

Just brilliant, much respect and admiration from little old London, UK!!

Were hangin here within an inch of our lives, from the day we're born until the day we die. Don't it make you want to take your time. Are you gonna let it pass you by? Rest in peace Uncle Pete. ♡

met them once when they were in charleston! they are really cool ppl. gave me a free cd

Wow I am truely taken by the two of you I just found you guys never had heard you b4 I will say I will be listening to you alot more you GUYS ROCK!!

This song just makes me so happy!

Her voice reminds me of Loretta Lynn on Loretta's "Van Lear Rose" CD.

My new favourite musicians, lots of love from the South East of England. x

Great music! Going to see them in August in Nashville at Fontanelle.... Was an instant addict!!

Love these guys.

So in love with this

beautifully written song

You are really such an incredible and beautiful voice. God bless your amazing talent.

This song is so brilliant. She has a gorgeous voice.

I just came across this amazing duo, THANKS itunes!!!! Gonna go back and down load some real music!

Love love love them. Great song - great everything. Come to San Francisco!

PBS showed like 20 seconds of this group in the nashville special and I spend the next hour trying to figure out who they were. This is a great sound!

they are in the acoustic guitar magazine for dec 2012 thats why iam here to see them for the first time wow

My God....I love this song so much...❤❤❤

I love them.....they are perfect.

Got to love this track there is nothing like this sort of music

My bucket list soundtrack

This song is amazing. This band...is just my favorite ever...

These two are great. I saw them on letterman the other night. I couldn't believe I had never heard of them before. I think they will be quite famous soonl It's nice to know that there are still talented musicians in this world.

Cant wait to see them live!

these guys have figured out what true love is all about

Holy shit...I think I've just watched 10 or 12 of your vids after seeing you sing with Hayes. And they are ALL amazing! Hope you're touring with him up to Toronto on the 10th. I need to buy your CD!

I just found the new band i was looking for, amazing. East of England UK

I love you uncle mike and aunt cary-ann. You guys rock!

Definitely a new favorite; I love her songwriting!

amazing in every way

I really like this. Wow

Amazing vocals, they are killing it. How did it take me so long to hear about them?

I listen to this song multiple ways. listen to just her, then listen only to his parts, then listen to them together. 3 times the music. He is cool as fug.

Wow. So authentic and sooooo good. I'd be curious to know where these two young people grew up.

I cant believe how madly in love he is with her

love her voice! love his style!

MY FAV SONG FROM THEM!!!!!!!! THEY"RE MY FAV TO LISTEN TOO

2:50 to 4:00 his harmonies are insanely beautiful.

This is pretty bad ass...

I get to see them here on Long Island this weekend March 2018

Such an amazing song

Whenever I need a little bittersweet smile and happinesd I come visiting a bit.

honest. true. it cuts.. gritty. absolute musical intrigue.

indeed, come back to nashvegas too!

man, i love this.

Love this song!!

i only signed onto youtube to be able to comment on amazing music like this! simple, poetic... fuck this is aweeesome! shovels and rope i really wish you all the best!

I just love this tune.

We’re hangin here within an inch of our lives from the day we’re born until the day we die don’t it make you want to take your time are you gonna let it pass you by Made every way cut you like a knife any moment in time could change your life will you be ready with the time you got maker is ready if you’re ready or not hangin on by a fragile thread livin your life like your already dead will you be happy with the time you gave these words will be your final days we’re hangin here within an inch of our lives from the day we’re born till the day we die don’t it make you want to take your time are you gonna let it pass you by wish i could look death in the face transcend both time and space and reclaim those bygone days that i was such a fool to waste we’re hangin here within an inch of our lives from the day we’re born till the day we die don’t it make you want to take your time are you gonna let it pass you by When it comes my day when it comes my time I hope to hear y’all moaning in the second life Just throw my ashes on some hollow ground and sing me on my way with a joyful sound you can sing me on my way with a joyful sound you can sing me on my way 4x

FANTASTIC !!!

Lov'n ya from Alberta, Canada!

ughh can't wait to see you play at lees palace !!!

My favorite song of theirs

Your videos are great!

My guitar strap was held to my guitar the same way! I miss the movement. Anyhow, these two make beautiful music!

This is amazing! i went to buy this but sadly the studio version can't touch this one :( Don't support you can buy this version eh?

beautiful country song

Well, I',m a bona fide jackass for not having heard this one, before ...WOW

Stacy love I hope to god you are ok im sorry I let you let down my beautiful but thank you for introducing me to this group and know I'm currently coming back to the west and hope to god no one's hurts you Stacy my love from Venice white girls!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Fat chance I'll hear back, but looking through discography I don't see this on any releases. Was this song ever released anywhere?