I must admit as a young man I couldn't relate. As a 64 yr old man I know now I was shallow minded and missed out. Catching up these days while I still can.
Tom 'n' Kathleen are writers of songs, rooted in what it is to be human, and that are, thereby, timeless. They'll be unearthed time and again like the work of great poets, novelists and playwrights to find a truer history of our mutual adventuring. Tom delivers with more gravitas and dignity than any performing today.
I have been a Tom fan since the 70's and I am sure that I can name no other singer who can so capably put across such complex emotions with only their voice. A dear old friend worked for the violinist, Itzhak Perlman and was a dedicated listener of classical music. One evening after dinner at our house I played a video from the 70's of Tom doing Tom Traubert's Blues. By the time it was done she was weeping and went the next day to buy some of his music. That is what I am talking about. This song is gorgeous and it could not be just so with anyone else singing it. Bravo.
I had a similar experience when I played Kentucky Avenue to my daughter, by the end was in tears saying it was one of the most beautiful things she had ever listened to. This is such a lovely thing to get 25 years after the original version.
One of my greatest regrets was missing the Glitter and Doom tour in Atlanta back around 2008. I was in Atlanta, but had a planned trip overseas which I wouldn't cancel. Turns out, Rolling Stone, NPR and others were there. It was said that night was his finest performance of his entire career. Said he performed songs nobody thought was possible outside a studio environment. Love his extremely rare talent and am glad I've been alive when he was here.
@@michaelgibson-i6b yeah, that was an amazing performance. I came across a recording of it a few years later. It's nice to put it on and relive the experience.
Not sure if you are a fan of his or not, but Nick Cave's Red Hand Files is a mailing list where he responds to fan questions. Its typically about handling grief, but you get a glimpse into his creative process. He isn't selling anything either, just doing it purely because he wants to. It is a mailing list you might get something out of.
Every Tom Wait's song is a gemstone. But this is considered a blue diamond. True words from the heart, we are so fortunate to have known your music and words, it makes our days more valuable. Surely, our lives would be less interesting without your work :)
@@AndreaAustoni I'm obviously very aware of the facts thanks but considering it's not been released it makes it new music and open the door to futher coment and tell whoever is in charge of the account the fans are here, still living in hope that we may seen hear one more brand new album wthout having to write an essy.
Never let the weeds grow higher than the garden, Always keep a saphire in your mind, Always keep a diamond in your mind. One of the best lyrics of all time.
@@allandranberg8423 really wish he included it in this version. i wonder why he didn't. maybe it wasn't written yet but idk, who knows. one of the best lyrics of all time for me though.
@@joeyjojoe9459 As it is one of the many "Mule Variations" I'm fine it omitted from this version. I think the line is something he had kicking around. Eventually becoming the song "Diamond in your Mind" that Tom lent to Solomon Burke for his 2002 Grammy winning album Don't Give Up On Me
Such a treat to see Tom Waits’ genius bring us all here together in today’s fragmented world. Much respect and love to all my fellow beings out here. Cheers to our impeccable taste!
This radically changes a song I've been listening to for a quarter of a century. That doesn't ever happen. Even better, it's a really good variation. Thank you.
thanks, Mr. Waits and Ms. Brennan. I have been listening to your music since the 90s, and this album came out about half my life ago. I'll never get tired of it. This version's got a much more contemplative vibe--maybe exactly what we need right now in America. Godspeed and may you make lots more music. I'll be waiting and listening.
I have often lamented the fact that I would never see Tom Waits live, and more recently I had started to lament that I would never hear a new Tom Waits song. Luckily, in one case, I was wrong! Thank you for all you've done for music Mr. Waits.
Saw him back in the 90s. He entered the Beacon Theater in NYC from the back of the house, throwing handfuls of confetti to the audience, singing the Black Rider though a bullhorn. It only got wilder from there. I hope somehow you get your wish to see him.
Good old Jason P introduced me to Tom’s music in college. I didn’t appreciate him then, but I sure do now. Lovely and so good to hear this wonderful new variation.
I only discovered Tom a couple years ago and i've been a massive fan since. I live far from the US but i know that if he schedules a show anytime soon I'll pack my bags and fly there. He's old now but he's a legend that lived a time and life that i dream of having had witnessed. Tom i really hope to see you play live one day, you re my greatest inspiration
Damn what a great cap to an amazing day. Feeling grateful for sure. Tom Waits has been there through the ups and the downs as they come. Today is up, tomorrow may be down but the music is beautiful.
Thank you Tom! Craving for some new stuff here… I saw you life in Antwerp, Belgium, with the Real Gone tour in 2005…fantastic….still recovering form it! Praying for a new album some day ☺️
Been listening to your music since ‘83 and am constantly discovering new things about your work!! Love it. And am very pleased that my two sons are also fans!!
@@DuleBajic I know the Tom Waits lyrics there is sacarms,I talking about he is a genius cos God touched him with his own wond, is my own interpretation
God damn do I feel like a princess right now! I was doing a rental turnover clean with my friend today and put on Bad As Me and feel deeply in love with you again, as I often do when I listen to your songs. Tom, you put out your first record the year I was born. I was introduced to you in 1988. I started singing and writing my own songs in the 90’s with a man who also loved you. This record was the beginning of a big chapter of music in my life when I joined a country band called Crooked County. We quoted this song often as a catch phrase, usually about getting through a hangover. When I got sober almost 11 years ago, it was a comfort that you were too. Thanks for the special access to this precious broken down version of a personal favorite. I don’t know how, but you have strings to my heart with your tunes. Much love to you and yours, Mr Chariot.
Thanks Tom for the release first found you in a record store while I was in rehab on a outing I remember getting back to our little section of the building and putting the disc in the player I sank in to another world my head buzzed with your voice all night
One of the few good things I find about getting older, is continuing to discover the depth and brilliance of your work Tom. Don't let this go to your head man, but what a legend, truly one of a kind my friend. God Bless....
