Acoustic Blues in D

A tune called "King Kong Goes to Tallahassee" by Bruce Cockburn.
Recorded at the Lord Elgin hotel, Ottawa, ON.
Guitar is a Martin 000-28H, Recorded through a Zoom H2 and filmed on a Canon Rebel T3i.

[@understructurerepair7132]

Been playing guitar since 1973. Everyday and night. I can't even hope to play this well. I don't envy. Play on young prodigy.

[@understructurerepair7132]

Abdul-bin Bombyourwife love the screenname. Ain't got a wife, darn it.

[@federicorodriguez3836]

i think you are useless homie

[@rev.jimjonesandthekool-aid4488]

100% agree

[@pappyodanial]

He probably has an elite guitar instructor at a very expensive school. Problem is that is you can tell he's playing from memory and not like edge of your ability soulful playing. It's cool though I mean, it's definitely precision guitar playing.

[@g8le]

Will Mac What a bunch of horseshit x)

[@tankhalffull]

I have to revisit this video from time-to-time... lifts my soul...

[@A11Father]

Same here, I keep coming back to this.

[@georgedobler7490]

Whenever I want my breath taken away, I listen to this magic.

[@barryyork879]

There are guitar players, and then there are guitarists! Well done. Truly gifted.

[@coffeeshopqueen]

The combination of music dept. at Butler and your hard work have really made you into a fantastic musician. This piece really shows the maturity you've developed. Wonderful son!

[@clarencebrooks646]

Ms Turner, You should be justly proud. I have been following Josh on KZbin for about a year and he never ceases to amaze me with his music abilities. Wishing he, you and the family the best.

[@GPgraphics]

Leah Turner It makes me really happy that the top comment on his KZbin stuff is from his mom :)

[@bucksellers5364]

+Glenn Porter Can you imagine how proud she is !!!

[@JudgeFredd]

+Leah Turner You can be proud of him

[@WILDBILLSOUTDOORS]

+Leah Turner Found your son on youtube several years ago, he's an awesome musician, great singer too!!

[@thomascussans9844]

What's astonishing is not just the technical perfection but the musical intelligence. In every sense, it is a performance of startling wonder. It leaves you dazed and dazzled.

[@jamesc4812]

Thanks for your honest and sincere love towards my work,we have you to be most thankful for . 💓🙏

[@davidjames4838]

I now at 76 years old have two awesome guitar faves, Martin Taylor and Josh Turner. Both very different souls but their music has that really pure acoustic finger style genius that is so very very rare. Josh your music is bringing so much pleasure to a grey world, be proud, and so many people are waiting for a purchasable download of your 60s cover versions. Smile, you are awesome! ❤

[@journeyman2682]

I was lucky enough to see Martin Taylor play a tiny room in Sheffield years ago, a true virtuoso. Josh's beautiful playing here is worthy of the comparison.

[@zoltansakal7842]

Wonderful ... it is not the player, not the guitar, not the fingers sliding across the instrument.... it is the soul he offers to share with those, that can pick it up. Brilliant .....

[@glennjones6290]

WOW

[@cmlnrowan]

Not just a great performance, not just technically excellent, but probably most strikingly, this is truly original. Blues leans on the same licks rearranged differently. As much as I love the blues - all kinds of blues, this was different in a very important way: it was not predictable. It was fresh. Thank you for bringing something new to the blues.

[@jimcalamita507]

This is a cover of Bruce Cockburns song "King Kong goes to Tallahassee " (every bit as soulful as the original though)

[@davidhenry3938]

I was about to explain what I like about it, but you said it perfectly, touched all the the bases.

[@alexoller22]

While I agree with you about the excellent technique and great performance, I'm afraid I don't about the originality. Josh is covering a tune by the one and only Bruce Cockburn.

[@yourmother3207]

This is a cover of a bruce cockburn tune. This kid does an amazing job though

[@kenhutley971]

In ten seconds I went from guitar-player to guitar-owner....

[@rajbroh4334]

Im gonna buy another guitar , and pretend i need it for my next album (which i haven’t successfully made any..)..

[@brorsen-metcalf]

hahahaha

[@gabbyhayes1568]

I think a lot of guys feel that way after watching this, lol.

[@Rawan-kd9vq]

Gabby Hayes and girls too.

[@gabbyhayes1568]

@@Rawan-kd9vq Oh yes, I forgot. Please forgive my misogyny.

[@fatheroak2011]

This young man is truly extraordinary. Such a gift.

[@bobdaniel282]

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[@janichmondieu6505]

Josh seems to effortlessly hit each note with the characteristics that tell you how much he puts into his craft. Really dig when he teams up with Larkin. Gifted kids cheer me up!

[@jamesolsen650]

This guy plays like I wish I could, and I have been playin a long time!!! What talent, and his song choices across the board resonate with my inner open chord! Hats off to you, young man. Keep the flame of soulful acoustic artistry and meaningful lyrics alive for the next generation!

[@angelacrocker4720]

Very nice.

[@sharonlarson2060]

never cared much for blues...till now... fantastic!!!

[@CR-zh8xj]

Leah Turner - The love shown this young man in his formative years is so evident in his playing styles. Thank you, to your and your husband, for bringing this talent to life. And for providing him with the drive and desire to be the musician he has, and will, become. He is talented beyond belief. I think if he would've been introduced to Chet Atkins, he would've been immediately titled CGP ... Certified Guitar Player ... on the spot. He is awesome!

[@cissymartin3313]

Anyone who listens to Bruce Cockburn will recognize this piece. Very well reproduced!

[@brianlauget4915]

Here in Uruguay, there is a very used phrase, which is something like: "Éste tipo entendió todo." And it translates something like: "This guy understood everything." We use it when we mean that person knows what he does. He really knows what he's doing. I've heard this a hundred times. Really. And it is tremendous. Thanks Josh!

[@michaelhernandez2909]

Vamo arriba, si que aprendió! Saluds desde chile de un hijo de padre uruguayo y madre chilena y amante de la música viejo, abrazo!

[@MaghoxFr]

Salado

[@drbernie-z1i]

Cerveza

[@avaron100]

I really enjoyed Patricia when I was in Uruguay, great beer

[@alejandroflorescohaila1184]

Bueno, si Uruguay nos dio a Drexler, ¡entonces los uruguayos entendieron todo! Un abrazo desde Perú

[@martremcheerfulful]

612 people are apparently idiots! How could anyone "dislike" this? You're talented beyond your years. Incredible expression and tone.

[@Toomanydamnchannels]

I can’t get enough of that, probably watched it a dozen times.

[@janichmondieu6505]

What is actually crazy about this is if you watch this young man enough, he continues to improve where there seems to be no room for improvement. Really enjoy the ones with Larkin's sweet voice accompanying.

[@joyceanastasiasetyawan1089]

I remember stumbling upon this video on late 2018, and here I am listening to Josh and Carson practically every single day since then. I've never been more thankful to the algorithm for introducing me to such blissful musicians.

[@lw216316]

The Martin says, Josh, I'm so glad to have a friend like you who brings out the best in me.

[@davidlewis9572]

A lot of times I will see video of someone playing a guitar and watch just a lil bit of it ....but I listened to this one several times and enjoyed more n more . What a talented guy....wow

[@thelatenightbar]

"KIng Kong Goes to Tallahassee, goes a little somethin' like this..." nailed it :). thanks for sharing.

[@mreaganismyhero]

When I saw the title of this song I got my guitar and wanted to see if I might play along. About 10 seconds into the video I put my guitar back into the case from which it came.

[@ErickdeBraal]

😁

[@quickstep2408]

hey! are you a 'slick' or 'slack' willie! pick that git back up mister! ...maybe make it to like 20 seconds this time :p just jking have a good one

[@JoeSayerUK]

Get it back out man. Took me about 6 months of practising every day but I learned this piece. I can finally play this piece through, learned from this video and the original. A truly beautiful track is worth the work, good luck :)

[@chuckHart70]

no way sir! Get it back the F out. And play what you can. Josh is good, we cant all get there.. but I bet you can do something he can't... musicians never stop learning! At my jams with way better players, I always get asked 'hey what wast that? Thats pretty cool, I never did it that way."

[@SleepThatBurns]

exact the same thought and outcome for me! Had no business trying to play along to this well crafted performance. It went back onto the wall where it belonged.

[@rochlarivee7152]

Josh is a master of the strings. having watched him 1000's of times on bass/ acoustic and electric i am always overly impressed by his love for what he is playing... eagles, croce, steelers/cash/ etc this one is especially grandiose. i have played for over 38 yrs and open d is my fav. you inspire me and the greatest gift you can give to anyone is to inspire them, thank you josh.

[@trentmckenzie343]

“The blues isn’t a genre, it’s a feeling. It’s easy to play the blues, but it’s hard to feel it.”

[@thompsonhadaway2429]

-jimi hendrix

[@trentmckenzie343]

@@thompsonhadaway2429 Was that Hendrix? I knew the quote, but didn’t know who said it

[@danielarcher369]

@@trentmckenzie343 every blues player said that.

[@trentmckenzie343]

@@danielarcher369 Well thanks asshole.

[@jose-mo4ou]

@@trentmckenzie343 damn y so mad lmaooo

[@patrickflanagan8008]

I had a smile on my face from start to finish, absolutely wonderful playing.

[@rayharten6288]

I just found this,now I can't stop listening.Late for work but keep searching for more.Talent,has that something!!!

[@michaelmcdonald3057]

Been three years since I made my first comment on this performance. It is still one of THE Best acoustic solo blues performances out there. You are truly a fine musician!

[@rogerdavis5447]

THE Michael McDonald?

[@kymgerner1664]

THE Roger Davis?

[@rogerdavis5447]

@@kymgerner1664 I suppose there are others but i haven't run into them.

[@jeffreymillunzi8906]

Is there anything that Josh cannot play without absolute complete mastery? Wonderful and fantastic, Josh. Thank you.

[@Alrukitaf]

3 minutes and 18 seconds of the most amazing blues I ever heard.

[@TheZinjaProject]

I watch this so often, this is just such a cool and vibey song

[@koaladelespace]

If this is sort-of the blues, I've been playing the maracas for years

[@brew1138]

Now that is funny raht there!!

[@Simple_Simian]

😂 You me both!

[@scottfeeney8198]

Josh, you never cease to amaze. You don’t just play music, you give it life. Thank you and your friends..... and your Mum’s comment is sublime.

[@ohiovalleyboy8340]

Yep....thats...the..sound..! A smooth feeling! I True Feeling! Sat right there! "Did u get sick..one day n wake up like this!?.. If Not U were Born To Play The Blues!" End quote ty! 🎶👇

[@anthonynatali6789]

Legend has it, the devil sold his soul to get guitar lessons from this guy.

[@lewisfrazier3506]

The devil is scared of Josh his gift is from God

[@adklabor1]

I don't know if this young man ever has time to read the comments, but i'm an old guy, and not a day goes by that I dont listen to everything I can that's posted on this channel. Such Talent. Thanks Josh et al.

[@jamesc4812]

Thanks for your honest and sincere love towards my work,we have you to be most thankful for . 💓🙏

[@nolanwolfe]

This is what the internet was made for. A world full of pure talent being shared for everyone

[@nopeno7896]

I keep coming back to this.....I am an old man and listen to a lot of music. I play a little also. If I could do this once I could die happy.....Well done Josh. You and your group keep me happy and engaged. Kudos to all of you.

[@patbrearley8366]

I am the same, can't get enough of this. I like all kinds of music, it keeps me going in my twilight years.

[@tonyleeglenn]

Superb Josh. Thanks for sharing your talents. Why in the world anyone would thumbs down this is a mystery. Stick up butts or something. Great job

[@JavierNula]

I always think the same. In every fucking video, it doesnt matter how superb it is, there are some assholes clicking thumbs down

[@jimchumley6568]

+Javier Nula Thumbs up their asses! 👍💩

[@marksc1929]

Tony Lee Glenn ....jealousy...pure jealousy....I don't get it either Tony...imma pretty accomplished player myself ....yet I still enjoy listening to Josh and crew

[@Morten_Nielsen1979]

Sometimes people accidentally hit the wrong button. But I guess in 95% it is about jealousy, life-frustrations and just being a sad ass shit person.

[@AndreasNilssonSweden]

Tony Lee Glenn just a good man feeling bad

[@einfussganger]

Hey Josh, as much as I enjoy your ensemble numbers (they're fun), this is just breathtakingly amazing. A fair number of guitarists can play this song. I've not seen or heard anyone play it so effortlessly and with such feeling. What a wonderful thing it must be to be so talented at something you love.

[@bitoku29]

What's that song ?

[@malkyguitar]

2.43 wtf is going on with that bass line timing .....this is sick dude ...hats off ....legend see you at the crossroads

[@lewisfrazier3506]

So talented, a gift, and he shares it with us!

[@jeffa6780]

Holy shit! I just click on the video. I didn't read anything. I just started listening. You are thumping out that baseline with your thumb. I instantly thought, "That reminds me of Bruce Cockburn". Now, I listened to Bruce Cockburn albums way back in the seventies. I loved his songs like, "Deer Dancing Around a Broken Mirror" and "Moma Just Wants to Barrelhouse", etc. He was so fresh and brilliant back then. Different. So, I dropped my computer screen and read the title and author of the song you are covering. Well, you nailed it perfectly. I'm writing this four years after you posted this song. I'm so grateful for your skills, talent and the technology to preserve it.

[@andyimms1868]

What no one has spotted is that this guy is a robot. No human can play as good as this!!!

[@deewing6439]

What no one has spotted is that this guy is a robot. well said ...

[@dragonbillylee4781]

I've been listening to this guy and his band for the past few days. They are brilliant! I've been playing in bands for 25 years (bass) and their skills have only made me feel like I don't know how to play properly😀

[@coycarlson4979]

That is what I am talking about 😁😁👍👍 - SUPER NICE PERFORMANCE ✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️

[@onlyonejustin]

Just the most beautiful blues. Both the tone and the phrasing are outstanding. My god, just listening to this makes me breathless. Thank you.

[@stefaneestien5280]

Superb performance! Every note clearly articulated & not played too fast!

[@anthonykinrade8642]

I just keep coming back to this sort of blues.....😅

[@larrymartin8108]

I realize now why I like Josh so much. Bruce Cockburn is one of my all time favourite guitar players, and Josh is in the same league. Josh, please let us know when you’re back in Ottawa. I will not miss it, guaranteed!

[@johnp162]

Holy Moley!!!! Thanks for all the great music! Peace

[@GuanTones]

thats the happiest blues ive ever heard

[@derekedgley5074]

I’m a classical player, nearly 80 and this was on par with any of the greats of yesteryear. Virtuosic blues. I hope there’s more in the wings

[@lacikosztya2764]

....the BEST !!!!!!!! congratulations, perfect....

[@dickiedick100]

😭😭😭 I am 55 and never get to this skill. Good playing and keep work on your technics....you are worth it. Superb. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@rickwarrick3092]

This is a remarkable blend of Tommy Emmanuel and Eric Clapton. As good as, period. Ain't Joshin'!

[@crashraynor]

That's a high compliment! It isn't Tommy though, it's Chet and SlowHand. Chet was careful, Tommy isnt - they're both precise, but TE has a Beethoven style Metallica excitement. Chet was an Olympic gold medal in Greco-Roman, TE is heavyweight MMA gold. You're on by calling Clapton though. Tommy ROCKS, Chet composes. Still a very high compliment, a Chet Clapton is quite a thing. This is really good. However: Clapton can't mix with Tommy. Tommy is brave, Clapton is surgical. Both very good, but they can't be fused. It would be like fusing Jerry Reed with Santana, or Eminem with Dave Matthews.

[@Bejaardenbus]

Ugh, don't sully it, please.

[@russellbrown1068]

More like a remarkable blend of Robert Johnson, Howlin Wolf and Leadbelly.

[@burrelsk]

I’m hearing some Leo Kottke from Twilight Time. As a guitar amateur, every note of this is tasty, much of it too advanced to be inspiring.

[@ludlow3d]

I've listened to this a few times, over years. I just listened again. Gorgeous. ! just gorgeous

[@jimtheedcguy4313]

For those trying to learn this song, split it into 3 sections. While it’s not super easy to learn, it’s not impossible. It took me a few hours but I got it, just need to polish it to this level of playing!

[@andrewwazagow9120]

Fantastic playing. What a pleasure it has to be to achieve this level of skills and taste ..... words are powerless to sound it out.

[@paulembleton1733]

Whenever I play guitar this is the kind of thing I hear. But no one else hears it.

[@rogermorris737]

For a blues number it has a fantastic feel good factor. I listen to it regularly

[@drjcwardjr]

You catch the spirit and feeling of blues music and blues guitar...old soul ,

[@SirForwyn]

My dream is to play like this one day.

[@lorenzodeiaco8902]

It's the dream of everyone

[@msecure]

so you need more practice.

[@SirForwyn]

msecure Yes sir!

[@ursafan40]

It's my fantasy , and only a fantasy. Because I know after 30 years of playing I'll never be this good!

[@ihatememes3131]

its not that hard, keep practicing

[@gunlokman]

This is way beyond just talent. This is genius \ virtuoso class!

[@jedlewis8232]

Love that Django lick you throw in now and again, inspired.

[@Blissed-Out]

It's really hard to find adequate words here. Josh is clearly in a league of his own... just like this exquisite tune. Much respect and gratitude.

[@macedindu829]

I keep telling anyone that will listen: this guy is a true master. I take the slings and arrows of being a shill. I don't care.

[@takingupserpents632]

Josh I don't even know you and I am proud of your accomplishments as a musician. I can't wait to see what the future has in store for you.

[@phrenchphried]

The Devil called, he says you can keep your soul :)

[@funwithguitar4756]

This is the first song I ever heard Josh play. Five years later I am still a fan and even received one of his CDs (autographed) as a Christmas gift. Keep creating Josh!

[@shirleyhayward2678]

I am 68 years old but I have to say Josh Turner is brilliant!!!!

[@flm251]

Ogni tanto riguardo e risento questo pezzo.E' sempre un incredibile piacere.Bravissimo!! Davvero bravissimo!!

[@musicgoober8424]

@Leah Turner: on behalf of all of us who've been digging your son's tunes for a while now, thanks SOOOOOO much for making him put down the x-box. (And as a kid ... ok, a kid at heart ... thanks for letting him pick it back up again) @Josh:... geees ... what can I say? Really digging your music. We're all better for listening to you and your amazing collaborations!! And PLEASE ... come to Detroit! It's really cool. Almost safe! I work in the city, and I haven't been shot at in almost a week! Honest!!! (Actually, totally safe, as compared to almost any major city. I've been working in the heart of Detroit for over 10 years. No problems. Honest.)

[@duanetrivett750]

Young man you are the Stuff that makes playing Great ! I hope you play a Long time.

[@XLBiker13]

So beautiful. As always, remarkable musicianship. Very soulful and eloquent.

[@gatepro1000]

You just keep blowing my mind . Fantastic . Thank you.

[@toddburgess6792]

Forever indebted to the Earl of Guitar for inventing the instrument of such gorgeous sounds this kid can make. ;-)

[@prince-xw3ip]

Some of the most beautiful sound I've ever heard in my 28years on earth. I play guitar too 7yrs. Splendid playing bravo. Love from dublin

[@Raycii85AKJ]

Made me sad and happy at the same time. Brilliant playing. Thank you

[@abdelmalek9682]

That's the blues bro hhh

[@pabloperez4063]

Feel your own style

[@cunard61]

"Sort Of" my ass, your playing on this one has me wondering if you met a certain someone down at the crossroads.

[@ronbaker3677]

He trolled us..then made that song his bitch..

[@anthonyguillot3532]

cunard61 You may be right there, my friend. Robert Johnson couldn't have been the only one. Paganini, Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Slash, something tells me the Devil is VERY real.

[@cunard61]

@@anthonyguillot3532 - Thank you Anthony, considering his age, Josh's guitar skills are truly stunning. It does make you wonder, doesn't it?

[@craigmalcolm2661]

Yes sir LEGBA

[@caffeine9317]

@@cunard61 he ditched the playstation and dedicated his teenage years to practicing like a maniac have huge respect for his dedication

[@GretschProf]

Say what you will, this guy can play with the best of 'em.

[@AB-jy7cj]

Reminds me of Jorma. I can’t tell you how many times I have listened to this.

[@nenadgovedarovic9983]

Mr Turner, You' re God's gifted son. Keep do your mission on Earth !

[@Simenron]

Amazing...great song, lovely sound. Love it!

[@louiscraddock9853]

Low down dirty funky blues played by a really old southern boy, oops I mean a very mature young man. I love it

[@robertosborne2608]

Superb jazz/blues style!

[@1ukwildcats]

Josh, greetings from neighboring Kentucky. From a guy who has played the piano by ear ever since I can remember, I can certainly understand and appreciate your brilliance. I love a wide range of music styles and genres, and on top of you mastering the guitar and other stringed instruments, much of your appeal to me at least, among other things, is your obvious love of anything from classical, to bluegrass, to the blues, and all others! You can smoothly trade one for another without missing a proverbial beat. Your guitars and equipment are all fantastic, and I love seeing you and your friends collaborate to make some fabulous arrangements, all the while having great fun doing it. You have caused me on numerous occasions to stay up way too late watching, listening, and enjoying, but that loss of sleep has always been well worth it. All the best success to you and your companions (they are ALL great too!)--I hope this can be a springboard to a wonderful career in music and rewards beyond imagination. Thanks for sharing your devine gift. Don't let anything stop you! Pat

[@tonyandrade207]

Perfect Pat. I've only been listening and watching for a short time and am amazed at this talent. We hope to see you Josh in the big show. Looking forward to lots more and wishing you and your colleagues all the best of success and great times. Stay true to yourself and the music you love!

[@als3243]

367 people are jealous they can't play the guitar as well as Josh Turner. Actually, probably a million more people are jealous, but only 367 have the nerve to say they don't like this.

[@DENIEL381]

THEIR FRUIT CAKES PERIOD.

[@ianson3]

Under cover of anonymity.

[@feny8]

Sometimes I press the thumbs down button on accident on videos. That’s probably the case here I don’t see how anyone can actually dislike this...

That's the second time i watch it, since weeks.... And i really love it 'cause it's relaxing and fairly joyfull for a blues. Many thanks and cheers from France.

[@carriesing]

I’ll never be as good as you but it gives this 65 year old something to work for for the rest of my life. Thank you!

[@gnomely1]

Thanks for posting this. It's very enjoyable.

[@thegracklepodcast7287]

Man, you make that Martin talk. And what a story it has to tell.

[@rjt19580326]

Just saw Bruce at Massey Hall The blues got the world is another blues great

[@anonamous6968]

Wow, a man and his guitar. That was beautiful. Very nice. Lots of feeling in that.

[@bankerdad]

A master of his instrument to be sure. Well done young man!

[@paddyoneill3243]

that thuddy muted d is what it's all about

[@DGenthe]

1pt delta blues + 1pt grand ole Opry + a shake of gypsy jazz = quite pleasant!

[@russellbrown1068]

Josh was born with a gift. Thank you Lord. Play on young man.

[@jasondsouza1267]

Your mastery of the guitar is simply amazing. I just hope you get an amazing song writer and together produce a Grammy winning album some day.