Alison Krauss - Ghost In This House

I love Alison's introduction, as it verbalizes what I have known all my life: songs producing melancholy can and should be enjoyed without stigma. I have sat with tears in my eyes listening to this song and many others, especially the saddest song of all (Vern Gosdin's "Chiseled In Stone") and rather than being depressed when it was over, I felt recommitted to embrace and cater to the ones I love while there is still opportunity - which is the final message of Vern's song.

[@AlexandraCrisanSarbuArt]

Alison's voice is so beautiful

[@suefeltus6714]

I have loved AKUS since I saw them on Austin City Limits in the Mid-it's...

[@christibarry7324]

The best

[@adacarmona1271]

Reminds me of a lost long.....

[@adacarmona1271]

....long lost love.

[@deniseganey6890]

Yes,She's so wonderful, I recently got motivated and am Singing her material as I pretty MUCH STAY HOME Due to Covid, LIFTS THE SPIRITS

[@izzyguy6158]

She has to have one of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard. No question.

[@concorde2003]

Lily Allen is pretty good also.

[@maryj2671]

I once heard that Alison has a voice like Dolly's, only sweeter.

[@joypagan6826]

"I'm just a whisper of smoke.... I'm all that's left of two hearts on fire " kills me everytime

[@paulletchworth8127]

The best female singer on the planet , with such ease she belts those notes and that crispness in her voice is just amazing !!!!! Allison rules !

[@paulletchworth8127]

Alison Krauss of course !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!😊😊😊😊

[@davidroga6508]

Alison’s voice is brilliant in this song-lilting, hauntingly heart breaking; surreal. Her voice digs into deep into the heart. The harmony in the chorus is hair raising. Alison sings this song with fantastic passion and feeling. It breaks my heart into a million pieces. Brilliant

[@horsehide3039]

@davidroga6508 I would not add a thing to your comment, just perfect. Love this song and the performers. Thank you, brother

[@nonenone4219]

This is exactly how I feel since my husband passed away. Her flawless execution of this song, with her exquisite voice had me in tears. No other artist can sing with her angelic sound.

[@tomp8094]

One of the most pure voices ever. One fellow artist described her as follows: "If you could hear an Angel sing they would sound like Allison Krause."

[@angelamitchell2840]

A truly mesmerizing voice, I have been listening to her since the mid 90’s and I still can’t get enough of her voice.

[@giovannisocci8793]

She is good,I love her voice too,but she has limits,she doesn t leave her comfort zone.

[@davidkrause3906]

@@giovannisocci8793 Most should not. It's the musical choice.

[@giovannisocci8793]

@@davidkrause3906 True,she is beautiful and talented...your cousin?

[@davidkrause3906]

@@giovannisocci8793 Nope. Just a fan for many years.

[@SO-rn1sl]

My dad is so lonely after losing mom..they were grade school friends that stayed together all there lives...this song made me think of the love they had and the loneliness dad feels now.

[@Justanolemun]

I'm just an old man in a situation exactly like your dad's. My best wishes to him and you. I never heard this song before but already love it dearly.

[@SO-rn1sl]

@@Justanolemun stay strong and press forward a little each day ..take a minute to remember her then just do things you like to do even if it feels empty for you at first ..my dad started back to working on engines for those remote flying model planes..he had stuff all over the house but then he got so interested he became talkative again and I seen that big smile again..it is harder explain than how I know to express here but please find your thread that leads you away from the grief for even 1 min …then 2…then more…it is so hard even now he has his days but you are not just an old man…you have been so loved by a wonderful person and that’s hard to find a love like that..and I still look at my moms pictures and miss her so much me and dad has cried together and laughed together at memories of her it was a big breakthrough for us. Mom used to love the Sons of the Pioneers..she used to sing along with them and with a country accent..one she didn’t really have and it didn’t come naturally…lol it was very cute..I love that memory…

[@WaterSong432]

😢 oh my heart breaks for your dad😔. Bless him Lord

[@marstruth1578]

💔

[@SO-rn1sl]

@@marstruth1578 thanks for heart felt ..I lost my dad not long ago..about 2 months

[@KenHudgens]

My wife of 47 years passed away 08/14/2023 and as a country drummer for 50+ years, this is the first song that came to mind to describe my devastation and sadness at her passing.

[@SidsCardShop]

@user-fz7ng4nd1z So sorry, Ken. My wife of 51 years and I are both saying, "I hope I go first." We're desperately hoping Jesus comes for us before either of us has to suffer as you are. May He give you comfort as only He can.

[@michaelyunkelo1757]

I hope God comforts you. So sorry for your loss.

[@michaelyunkelo1757]

Beautiful just beautiful. Way to go y'all.

[@SuperAngela2310]

Sorry for your loss

[@haderach09]

What a wonderful 47 years I bet and so much joy you had together.

[@cherylcowden9676]

Just beautiful music, doesn't get any better than this, REAL country music, no flashing lights, thumping beat, no smoke and pyrotechnics, pure simple country music.

[@jerryjohnson4625]

Sounds simple ,but some complex song writing ,seasoned vocalist & band. Yes, it's wonderful.

[@magnusganson2822]

Pppp

[@willguyer]

There are just no words to express the unendurable beauty of this song.

[@horsehide3039]

Gary Douglas Nailed it, sir.

[@pocahon8460]

U just did

[@richcountyratrodsjrod2329]

Perhaps the most beautiful woman's voice of all time Time!!! Goosebumps

[@richcountyratrodsjrod2329]

@AlisonKrauss-pu3kf absolutely 💯 ❤️

[@tedpreston4155]

Funny, when my friend introduced me to Allison's music decades ago, he said something similar! The same friend introduced me to Norah Jones the same way, and he was correct on both counts!

[@BARBARASUEKEE]

Allison has the most beautiful voice. Her voice is so pure.

[@williammoxley7725]

What they do with this song is awesome. The vocals are haunting and she makes it sound as if its a ghost moaning in a broken home. And the harmonies accent that perfectly. I keep finding myself listening to this over and over again. Nice job Alison and Union station.

[@Jasmine-nx7ed]

3:10 is where it transcends just being an amazing performance. The line “and he shines with your light” kills me every time 🖤🖤

[@mikemeitzner3493]

I was ruder than Rudy the Cosby show when like a hoe in a cornfield

[@rayhoward8188]

SPOT ON BRILLIANT. RAY TWELVE STRINGS U.K TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU

[@sharcrum]

The whole song makes me feel that way cause I kind of live that atmosphere.

[@brandontenney2996]

You know you have a heavenly "beautiful " voice when it starts before the music...by far my favorite female vocalist of all time

[@oliviaaaaaa123]

Alison's ability to hold a note steady for so long with no vibrato takes my breath away....truly angelic

[@coho2828]

Absolutely!! Her voice is pitch perfect. If you listen with headphones to this song her voice blends in amazingly with all the other instruments Just incredible!!

[@JoeInCT418]

She has to be an angel. No human can sing like that ...

[@pameladarlenewoodward8385]

Best review put into word's. I've have an issue with hootie doing all his songs like that! BECAUSE HE CAN'T SING. Well said

[@pameladarlenewoodward8385]

@@JoeInCT418 she's wonderful but no angel,I've been at the Ryman in the back on a Saturday night.But she's definitely a facetious soul,dry wit,and that's all I can say.But yea,she holds her composure in public very well.

[@caseywalker1714]

Crazy right...

[@robertmcgough7067]

She might be a ghost - hard to believe a human being can sing this well.

[@valeriemcknight5608]

When I first heard this song it immediately made me think of a long lost love and how desolate I felt when he disappeared from my life. Thirty years later he came back. I now listen to it with him, not with sadness but with forgiveness.

[@donaldphilip6496]

Hello beautiful lady

[@GorillaCrewWarGaming]

Love an hugs to you both!

[@theresabollman8061]

Wonderful to hear someone actually SING...and not bellow. The beauty of the words and melody stays in tact.

[@theresabollman8061]

@Alison Krauss Thank You.

[@bobbiets2223]

My thoughts exactly, most singers just YELL a song instead of sing it.

[@JB-3794]

Yes, when did that start anyway? People yelling instead of singing. I don't like it. But I do like Alison's singing.

[@mickshellyhanks6565]

She is truly an Amazing talent

[@RobbieTemple-k6m]

Jesus lord i need this tonight around 130 making a covered dish for easter tomorrow the rest of my world is asleep may their dreams be peaceful 2024

[@jme470]

Her singing always looks so effortless.. pure and angelic. Clear to see why she's won so many Grammys! This voice is unique and unmistakable when you hear it... You know right away that it's her. Very unique and union station does an incredible job at harmonizing along with her! Perfection ❣️

[@davidlarson897]

so true, JamieLee :)

[@joq702]

The Beatles were recognized as head-shaking iconic before the word was known. I would argue this band, in a different genre of music, is also in that same echelon of musical brilliance that only comes along a few times in life. That is give me goosebumps music.

[@papa-ql3xb]

She is the most humble, self-deprecating artist I have ever heard. Plus, she's funny. And on top of it all, she has the most beautiful voice I have ever heard, and I've heard some of the best!

[@markshade8398]

Plain clothes.... No sparkles or glitter. Plain simple beauty, inside, outside and such a beautiful voice.

[@rossabbinett7220]

Just lost my wife after 43 years together, now this song sums up the way I feel.

[@SidsCardShop]

Ross Abbinett: I am sorry for your loss. I know you are suffering.

[@worrier6685]

We lost my father 7 years ago, and my mom still won't listen to this song. She can get through the days, but she just isn't the same, even after all this time. I miss her almost as much as I miss him. I hope you can find happiness again, and I'm terribly sorry for your loss.

[@robydean7]

Hope you are hanging in there. You can make it. I did.

[@georgiadn1619]

Sending love....❤️

[@georgiadn1619]

worrier ❤️

[@chrissnauwaert1393]

Beautiful song performed in an inimitable way by Alison Krauss. This song is really written for her. She has the unique ability to convey a complete picture of the situation with her voice and through the movement in her voice she can portray every emotion and sensation. The sentence "I'm just a whisper of smoke" is a good example of this: you actually see a plume of smoke in the abandoned house. Truly the most beautiful voice on the planet.

[@308Repins]

The Autotune machine is thinking "well damn, nothing for me fix here. Where's that Ariana Grande? SHE needs all the help I can provide". Ms. Krauss is vocal perfection!

[@christopherguzman8050]

That joke in the beginning was perfectly executed haha

[@erichbrough6097]

Just keeping it sad and pitiful, y'all - 'we can't have anyone leaving here feeling good, that's for sure!' (almost memorized the DVD)

[@dennyshonda]

She is goood.

[@smedleybutler1969]

Allison krauss voice is an actual musical instrument she has perfect pitch,I never heard anything like it!

[@KipPalmateer]

Alison's voice still give me chills, and I've been listening to her for over 30 years.

[@tedpreston4155]

I've been enjoying those chills with you, the whole time!

[@sheilabarron7206]

Been Heart broken many times before but nothing like this,but God will see me through this love love love this song Thank you Alison and Vince♥️😢

[@tomp8094]

I remember a fellow artist (might have been Lee Ann Womak) talking about her music and saying "If you could hear an angel in Heaven sing - they would sound like Allison Krauss." So very true - such a pure voice.

[@Alisonprvt]

Thank you so much for your unwavering Love ❤️, where are you from?

[@ivanwesley8182]

I met her when she was 15 and I was blown away, and I instantly knew she would be a star. I saw and met her many times at bluegrass festivals and had a pretty long conversation with her after a show at a local college. She was always friendly and humble. I think she’s the most gifted singer on the planet and also a terrific musician.

[@mikemeitzner3493]

He wasn't too bad himself.

[@mikemeitzner3493]

As himself

[@lindabphoenix]

One of my very FAVORITES! Allison has the most FORELORN, BEAUTIFUL VOICES!

[@charlesheumader4556]

so much talent in one place.... with no ego. Just a love for the craft.

[@joeygurley5785]

Exactly.

[@johnherber7341]

Real talent speaks for itself. No attitude, booty shaking or cleavage necessary.

[@dianejens7054]

Such a gorgeous voice, gave me chills. She uses her voice better than I've ever hear her in other songs of hers.

[@sandrametzler4861]

Going thru my divorce was this song. Her voice tells all and the pain one would feel. She carried me during that time with all her music. Thank you Alison

[@timamyett9679]

Draws you in with her intro then sing s like an angel

[@reggiefolks6352]

One of the most beautiful voices on earth🥰👍🏻

[@bonnieneihsial1258]

I don't pick up the mail, I don't pick up the phone, I don't answer the door, I just soon be alone I don't keep this place up, I just keep the lights down, I don't live in these rooms, I just rattled around I'm just a ghost in this house, I'm just shadow upon these walls, As quietly as a mouse, I haunt these halls, I'm just a whisper of smoke, I'm all that's left of two hearts on fire, That once burned out of control, You took my body and soul, I'm just a ghost in this house I don't care if it rains, I don't care if it's clear, I don't mind stayin' near, There's another ghost here, He sits down in your chair, And he shines with your light, And he lays down his head, On your pillow at night I'm just a ghost in this house, I'm just a shadow upon these walls, I'm living proof of the damage heartbreak does, I'm just a whisper of smoke, I'm all that's left of two hearts on fire, That once burned out of control, You took my body and soul, I'm just a ghost in this house That once burned out of control, You took my body and soul, I'm just a ghost in this house

[@dawnford7618]

Perfectly, poignantly, heartbreaking

[@caroleisner2927]

Bonnie Neihsial ❤️thank you

[@Tsadie1]

Bonnie Neihsial : grief 💔

[@stevemoretti7240]

X BBC NBC xxxxc

[@summerwest1801]

I absolutely love her voice, I lost my brother two months ago and this song reminds me of his wife now going home to an empty house. She sings so effortlessly but it hits your soul so hard.

[@horsehide3039]

So sorry, hope his wife is going to be OK. This hit a nerve with me, just imagining her going into the empty house. So sorry.

[@GraceLaughner]

This song describes me since my husband passed away 4 years ago. I moved from our home 2 years ago to be closer to family. I’ve tried to make it mine but after 44 years of marriage I hate making decisions alone and I find I don’t really care because I’m just “a ghost in this house”.

[@jimburns1666]

Her voice is beautiful buttt you have to give her band credit, the back-up vocals making the sweetest harmony in the world is what makes it sooooo good !

[@lotoscomedentis]

That is so true. So pitch perfect it sounds as an instrument.

[@armadillotoe]

I have heard Alison Krauss sing with many other musicians, but when she is with Union Station, there is a special magic that happens. Thank you for sharing that magic with us.

[@davidtrowbridge919]

I agree. The band is amazing but the harmonies are incredible!

[@alonzogarbanzo]

Not just their pitch-perfect intonation, but also those exquisite little turns, all perfectly in control and in perfect synch with each other. Bluegrass singing doesn't get any better than this.

[@soniabowen6350]

She needs no backup her voice is Angelic

[@hopulikit22]

Alison is how I imagine the angels in Heaven looking and sounding......perfect.

[@danielcronan2467]

Allison Krauss has the voice of an angel. That's just about the sweetest sounding, powerful, emotional and dynamic voice I have ever heard...along with my daughter, Cassidy Cronan, who most definitely has the voice of an angel-as well! Thank you, Allison, for such a great rendition!

[@billbiggert3971]

The absolute Queen of country singing. Love this girl and her awesome voice . Just no one like her !!!

[@ashleylocatelli1324]

My dad went through the exact same thing after 23 yrs with my mom, high school friends, life long sole mates. They had there whole lives ahead after retirement mom was diagnosed with Lymphoma cancer 4th stage unexpectedly after beating the cancer..She died after her an I hung up the phone, last words saying I Love you, see you tomorrow my child, mommy loves you. An I got the call at midnight she passed..

[@SidsCardShop]

@ashleylocatelli1324: So sorry for your loss.

[@ashleylocatelli1324]

@SidsCardShop thank you, time dose help an heal to some extent..I Tried binaural beats and lucid dreaming,. With some practice and belief, I get to see my mom any time I go to sleep..I didn't believe for a long time until it finally happened. It's like I'm a kid again and we're doing everything we did before. Honestly, it's so real especially since she's there when my son was growing up, like nothing ever changed..I definitely recommend to anyone missing a loved one to try. I can post links to sample if anyone would like. Xo

[@karenpyra5200]

One of my favorites! And so funny….we musician/singers often love doing the saddest..it holds the most emotion. Love Alison and Union Station.

[@radmillerjr.6931]

Some laments tug your heartstrings rather than generate tears. This performance, this group, this song, how in the world can it get better than this? the Radman

[@jamesward6803]

amen

[@radmillerjr.6931]

@Alison Krauss Sorry, I have to pass- too dangerous. Thrilled, though. the Radman

[@vernestrickland]

This lady is so spectacular. "Ghost" is a smashing tune that is really growing on me. Have I posted this recently? I think so. Memory fades.

[@ThePhotobug561]

Alison Krauss and Union Station is simply a band composed of the best musicians on their respective instruments in the world.

[@jamesward6803]

no one can compare

[@jamesward6803]

beautiful person

[@mikegibbs3030]

Thank you Alison!!!!@

[@mattiem2490]

When she hits that high note, I get chills every time.

[@horsehide3039]

Yes, me too. Quite unique.

[@davidlarson897]

me too, wow, what a chilling voice!

[@shodanart]

Geez, two lines into this song tears streaming down my cheeks, sniffing, holding back full out crying. Love her introduction. If you’ve lost someone you love, and have a heart it’s going to break! Lost my brother and niece both murdered in Tucson in 2000. Feels like was yesterday, it’s 2020. She was 19, he was 55. Google: “The Story of the murder of Msgt Daniel Walker and Kara Walker.” 💔 Thank you for posting this poignant beauty.

[@rtgray7]

I could listen to her sing all day... Best version!

[@kennymaclean2826]

Just adore Alison & Union Station. The talent here is just fantastic, they make every song very special. Alison's voice is superb, and she's not too rough on the fiddle, either !

[@SidsCardShop]

Yep! Illinois State Fiddle Champion at the age of 12.

[@kennymaclean2826]

SidsCardShop Thanks for the info - I didn't know that. Mind you, the rest of the band are unsurpassable too. Jerry is absolute magic, and the harmony is the best I've heard. Everything the band has done is stunning - they are always on my stereo !

[@kennymaclean2826]

rocksedge2000 You talk euphemisms, yet answer with "if I saw one" regarding fiddles. What are you like !!!

[@horsehide3039]

kenny maclean What we have here, rocksedge and Kenny, is a failure to communicate.That is my best prison warden from Cool Hand Luke. I know, I know. Ha.

[@kennymaclean4430]

Jay Motensen

[@sharonpauley6855]

My Marriage was bad in 03-04, i felt like a ghost in my house, but.... in January of “04”, we lost our home in a fire, there was just a shell of a house left, my Daughters found me sitting in the corner of this shell of house playing this song by Allison Kraus, very sad day !!!!!! I’m Blessed we all made it out Alive 🙏

[@sharonreynolds4506]

hallelujah

[@scott7d]

I'm a huge metal head. But can respect "music". The vocal harmonies in this song make my eyes water.

[@dawnlapka2433]

I love this song! It so beautiful when you are going through grief.

[@marilynmullen7471]

not a day goes by i dont think of my husband, gone 2 years now, yet i feel him in our house, guiding me and oh i wish I could see this ghost,

[@tmee1512]

This is a song about loss...Achingly interpreted by Allison's incredible voice.

[@mindizzle6587]

What blows me away is how freaking effortlessly she opens her mouth and produces the most beautiful sound in the entire world... flawless.

[@DucatiQueen]

She's amazing , beautiful and so, so awesome !!! That voice is phenomena........NO, ITS........HAUNTING ⚠️

[@sasscat7706]

Whenever you hear Alison Krauss, it is like breathing air after a spring rain!

[@sctdc]

Sasscat and song birds sing back to her.

[@jamesward6803]

+Stephen Taylor most under rated artist ever

[@guestu4445]

+James Ward couldn't agree more

[@gwendavis6157]

I love the way you spoke that as to visualize it perfectly I was for a moment standing in a warm spring rain, droplets on my cheeks breathing in deeply as the notes of a mandolin faded in the distance. Simply beautiful simply put.

[@aniboogirl]

Sasscat unless you're in Houston, TX... BUT I know exactly what you're saying. i agree.

[@SidsCardShop]

@ravenostalgia I really appreciate your comment, as I feel the same way. I am the only one in my house who likes Bluegrass, and it is not popular enough in the Dallas Texas area for a radio station to play it. An influential friend of mine has established a Foundation that lets qualified children borrow bluegrass instruments, with the hope that they will learn to play and fall in love with the music, so that it won't die out.

[@Tsadie1]

SidsCardShop BlueGrass is a “Mother Language”. 0-4...an infants ear.

[@rayunseitig6367]

..

[@laylaross3972]

Alison is a national treasure and we have to protect this woman at all cost 😂

[@jodeneantonson985]

The voice of an Angel.

[@jodeneantonson985]

@Alison Krauss Oh no, that's not necessary at all. I don't want to invade your privacy.

[@joycewastler4364]

She truley has the voice of an angel. Please bring her back!!!!

[@janettenow9502]

Insane, over the top harmonies swept up on the wings of one beautifully written melody, sung by a songbird named Allison. Rare, one-of-a-kind talent.

[@Caymanlady]

My husband and I have absolutely loved Alison Krauss since the first time we heard her in the 70ths! We have purchased every CD that she has put out. We just enjoy her beautiful talent so much. Have really missed her lately. Wish she would come back full force again!!!

[@liamconnolly9233]

Alison was born in 1971? I'm sure you mean the late 80's but she is just magic!!!

[@telemark22]

@@liamconnolly9233 I started listening to her in '84 when she was "just" a fiddle prodigy, rarely singing lead. I can't even remember if the band she played with at Nature's Table had a name. She also did Brown Bag Lunches at Krannert Center (U of I) and sometimes I was the only one listening!

[@telemark22]

@Alison Krauss You bet. I have tried to remember what name your band used when playing at Nature's Table--before Union Station. Wasn't John Pennell the band leader?

[@annlanneau4433]

AKUS is superb on every song but this one is special. She and Union Station embue layers of emotion in each performance...especially this one.

[@jamesward6803]

perfection

[@larrykey7]

Ann Lanneau I

[@n.r.2258]

Best version I’ve ever heard.👍

[@JoeInCT418]

If her voice ever gives out, she can do "stand up" comedy with no effort!

[@harrybeau1712]

If you have tears, you'll she'd them now.

[@theunknown4570]

Best voice of all time.

[@jamesward6803]

absolutely

[@papa-ql3xb]

Neil, you are so right. I have heard, and love, some truly wonderful women, but in my opinion Alison is the best that ever came along.

[@saxonanglo3956]

I have to agree. Once you have listened to her you are under the most overwhelming spell. She has the voice of an angel and it is God given.

[@theunknown4570]

@Alison Krauss Allison Allison. You got to let it go hun. I told you in highschool I wasn't interested. Now I blocked you on Twitter Facebook. Please do not let me have to block you on KZbin. Time to move on with your life young lady. Lord knows I have

[@tjpassig208]

@@theunknown4570 that is not the real Alison krauss. It is a scammer.

[@dangermain486]

I've been searching KZbin for a long time for this live version of the song by Alison Krauss. This is one of my favorite songs and the best version ever. She is amazing but very few of the comments on this page are about this song and the performance. We all know already about how great Alison is.

[@SidsCardShop]

I'm glad you found it.

[@kristaleighy]

I have this DVD and the entire thing is amazing. From the songs to the stories to the amazing way these people come together to make such beautiful music. She is so funny as well. Trying to find the entire show on KZbin it can only find certain songs.

[@donreed5109]

There are many artists and many painters, but scarce few can paint a masterpiece as does AKUS !!!

[@slobjob13]

I come on youtube looking for a great song by Alison Krauss, and man I found it...

[@IrisheaglesOne]

Alison is just pure perfection! Her and Union Station are perfection in music and there is just no one like them anywhere!

[@tama33us]

Alison is not only a wonderful artist but she is a lady. Notice how she dosn't feel the need to flaunt herself in anyway and still she attracts so many fans....its pure talent folks.

[@jackwinchester2889]

Well Said friend, and right on

[@rstephens049]

She sure is. I love her harmony in whiskey lullaby. Her and her band have excellent harmony with their voices. She is one awesome lady. She's so good on that fiddle 🎻. So smooth so sweet sounding.

[@jeffbeckfreak54]

Amen to that. True southern class.

[@tomburgess9632]

Yeah she steals your heart. She's so beautiful but gives it back with that one of a kind beautiful voice to listen to.

[@russyeatman5631]

@@jeffbeckfreak54 Although she is not Southern by birth - born in Decatur IL we adopted her years ago.

[@jgrassbama]

Dang...what's all this quibbling over dobro/resophonic guitars?

[@SidsCardShop]

James Moore: I made what I thought was a witty comment and somebody blew up over it. Basically, referring to all resophonic/resonator guitars as Dobros is like referring to all cars as Fords. I'm sure that if Bill Ford, Jr. heard someone refer to a Yugo as a Ford, he would be unhappy about it, and I suspect that Gibson president David Berryman is unhappy with people indiscriminately calling all resophonic/resonator guitars "Dobros," seeing as how Gibson bought the name "Dobro." When you see "Dobro" appearing in proper print format, there will be a capital R inside a circle following the word. That means only Gibson can legally use the word in connection with products they manufacture. Please accept that I wrote this to give you an honest, factual answer, and not as an attempt to be a smart aleck. Let the quibbling cease! :-) Now please listen to how a resophonic guitar should sound, as played by a 15-time "Dobro Player of the Year" (ironic, right?) Rob Ickes sells a signature guitar, but is careful in referring to them as "resophonic guitars." kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJKzqHuhrKhgr7M

[@sandradaniels6848]

Alison is a beautiful lady with an angels voice. She can make any song heavenly. Can listen to her forever.

[@georgesloan866]

Lyrics that are born from the soul that when you get there, you Know you R there.

[@edarrow65]

I am new to Krauss..This is the saddest song Ive ever heard. Absolutely Beautiful.

[@SidsCardShop]

Glad you liked it. If you are up for another sad song, my pick for saddest is Vern Gosdin (who was known in the country field as "The Voice") singing "Chiseled In Stone." It is different from this one in that the story utilizes the loss of one man to turn around the life of another. If you are not familiar with Vern, get a handkerchief or box of tissues before you listen. He had a unique method of phrasing and note bending that made him perfect for sad songs. FYI, back in his heyday, couples married for life, so a lot of popular country songs were about death - also including the deaths of parents, as family ties were very strong. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYXVgX2set-grbM

[@kololikate]

A friend sings this and I just found it sung so beautifully here. Amazing voice and great song.

[@williesboyb]

Search out and listen to "Jacob's Dream", that's a sad tune.

[@tammyward2932]

@@SidsCardShop I ABSOLUTELY agree! Vern Goslin was INCREDIBLE storyteller!! 💖🌹😍🎶

[@2batgirl]

Alison does another one with Brad Paisley called Whiskey Lullaby. She's a heartbreaker.

[@SidsCardShop]

I came here to reactivate comments, and noticed the one from Trigonotarbida, to which KZbin is not allowing me to reply after 4 years. So, Trig, if you're still out there, I just want to explain that the reason I said it might not be proper to call Jerry Douglas's handmade resonator guitars "Dobro", is because of this fact I copied from Wikipedia: "Gibson Guitar Corporation acquired the Dobro trademark[1] in 1994. Although the name Dobro is generically associated with the single-inverted-cone design, Gibson has announced that it would defend its right to exclusively use the name." It's kind of like the way everyone says "Kleenex" instead of "tissue", disregarding the fact that Kimberly-Clark owns the name "Kleenex", but other companies make tissues.

[@johns.8082]

Hey Sid would you pass me a Kleenex?

[@SidsCardShop]

Of course, there's a box right here beside a carton of Cokes (that's really Pepsi-Cola) on top of the Frigidaire. Sometimes people don't really own what they claim, and U.S. District Judge George King has made it possible for all the popular restaurants to sing the traditional "Happy Birthday" song to customers instead of making up their own stylized versions, if they choose. Here's a good article about it: www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3663194/Judge-approves-settlement-Happy-Birthday-copyright-case.html

[@robertsimpson5136]

Its an interesting trivia point. Just a little distracting. Jerry is THE virtuoso of the Dobro. Gibson can sue me.

[@SidsCardShop]

Robert Simpson: How did the discussion distract you from enjoying the song? Music appreciation is highly subjective, so I won't dispute what you said about Jerry, but I will point out that Rob Ickes has won more awards for the "dobro" than any other player. Check me on that. Just for you, here's one of my videos that has been languishing for views for 7 years: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4m8en6hes6jo6M And here's one I personally recorded of Rob Ickes playing solo: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpTRmHufacaHadE

[@socalrcguy1]

I love her voice, it's amazing

[@karenswinford5954]

I love everything about her music. She is an Angel in my eyes.

[@moseswwlee]

Alison Krauss is simply the best!

[@stwhite5135]

I'm all that's left of two hearts on fire. OOOhhhhh I feel it. It's so good to feel so bad. One of her best.

[@horsehide3039]

St White, you are right. I think sometimes feeling the pain of these exquisite songs is actually therapeutic. Just my take, but it works for me.

[@Kavenger11]

Anyone not liking this has no soul.

[@joycejones5996]

Alison Krause ghost in this house lyrics

[@claymore4496]

My story. Listening during the covid-19 shutdown 💙

[@eddiesouthgate6654]

Perfection. Really nothing else you can say as words do not describe her voice or beauty.

[@raymondhailey8114]

Alison, I am an old Virginian. I am currently living in Henrico. I think I pick the best country music to enjoy and you are on that list.

[@Alisonprvt]

Thank you so much for your unwavering Love ❤️, where are you from?

[@DavesNotHere56]

Watching this I just notice how much she looks like Khloe Kardashian looks like Alison. Oh well...lol. Love this song, and how she sings it. I first saw them perform this song many years ago on PBS Austin City Limits.

[@davek8637]

I know this is a song about a lost romantic love but, it reminds me of when I lost my father. It was first big loss and it was devastating. Almost a year past and I was feeling like it was time to let go of my grief then, out of the blue, my sister died. "I'm just a ghost in this house" I know what that feels like.

[@NancyNewbergshawnee]

+Dave K I am so sorry Dave.

[@gwendavis6157]

I am with you sister. I lost my Lyric last October at 18 of diabetes. I completely related to what you said you will be in my heart and in my prayers.

[@traylorvh]

Me too

[@colleenposadas8415]

Sorry Dave 😢

[@colleenposadas8415]

@@gwendavis6157 so sad. Im sorry for your loss. Very hard to lose a child.

[@Drewster58]

I played the double live album that had this song on it over and over after my dad died in 2004. It allowed me to release so much mournfulness. Deep emotion sweeping over us can be directed into healing channels with music like this.

[@adreamtoshare1]

You nailed it! August, 2023 5:00 pm

[@Sisterofthemoon76]

I’m currently going through a breakup and I never understood how heart wrenching this song is until now.

[@michaelcar4012]

I love this unique woman and I love her unique voice. She is so perfect.

[@suemaples4961]

I love her singing! Pure Raw Talent! It doesn't get any Better!!!

[@to8lerone]

FLAWLESS. All that needs to be Said. She is the Definition of REAL Music.

[@gregormann7]

I’m beginning to wonder just how many times this song can make me cry. The original version has absolutely no impact on me whatsoever. But this cover touches something very deep. Every part of this amazing ensemble is superlative in its own right. But talk about the whole being greater than the sum of its parts. No one compares to Union Station. My heart thanks you all.

[@markvandyke3026]

Been thinking that God gave Alison that voice so that we may know what awaits us in heaven. When Ralph Stanley made it I'm sure God asked Ralph how that voice worked out for him. One day when Alison stands before God the same question will be asked of her but with a wink and a grin.

[@raymondhailey8114]

My favorite of her songs. Just going thru a breakup with my all time best girlfriend. Life can be so disappointing. Only consolation is that I am an old man who isn't worthy of her anyway. She needs someone who will be there for her much longer than I.

[@SidsCardShop]

Raymond Hailey: Noble thoughts from the heart. At 79, I can attest that true love never dies, and our heart-breaking losses mold us into who God wants us to be. Although Jesus was (and is) the Son of God, the act of dying on a cross was necessary to make Him our Savior - the One from whom all true love flows. He will comfort you now if you ask Him - right now - wherever you are.

[@raymondhailey8114]

@@SidsCardShop Thanks so much Sid for your kind thoughts. If it were not for the Father and the Son I would be well on my way. I pray for Alanna's well being on her lifes journey. Jesus and I sit on a log and converse daily.

[@raymondhailey8114]

@Alison Krauss Alison your personal information would be delightful. Your performance with Shawn Colvin and Jerry Douglas in honor of Paul Simon was another of my favorites.

[@raymondhailey8114]

@Alison Krauss I am from Henrico, VA

[@tomburgess9632]

There's just something about the great treasure of an outstanding beautiful true original complete seeming effortless sound of a perfect heavenly harmonized voice in tune with the lyrics to perform a masterpiece of a heart break song. It's such a beautiful display of talent honestly