Amarillo By Morning - The Petersens (LIVE)

An old country classic, featuring Matt! "Amarillo By Morning" is a brand new song for us, so we're pretty excited to share it with you all. We have a ton of new content coming soon, so be sure to subscribe and press the bell icon if you haven't already!
Our band is very guitar-driven and Matt is a huge backbone in keeping us together and allowing the rest of us to do what we need to with our instruments. When a lot of people might have wanted to learn fancy solos, he focused on mastering rhythm for years.
Matt plays a Collings D1ATS guitar. It was Bill Collings' last project before he passed away, he studied 30 pre-war Martins and took aspects of them he really liked. Matt's has an Adirondack spruce top, mahogany back and the wood is temper cured to age it in a fast way. It's a great guitar, super smooth and is light, which is important as he has to hold it a lot!!
He uses D'Addario XS Acoustic Phosphor Bronze 13-56 medium strings for a warm sound and in a couple videos, like California ( • California - The Peter... ), he plays a lighter color Bourgeois Country Boy Deluxe. He also has an Eastman AC630 BD Jumbo at home, as well as dad's 10 guitars to play around with!
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Lead vocal and guitar: ‪@mattpetersen4000‬
Harmony vocal and fiddle: ‪@katiepetersen‬
Harmony vocal and mandolin: ‪@JuliannePetersen‬
Banjo: ‪@EllenHaygood‬
Dobro: Emmett Franz
Bass: Karen Petersen
Location: Sycamore Creek sycamorecreekfamilyranch.com
Sycamore Creek's Heartwood Barn is just gorgeous with 30-foot ceilings, massive hand carved beams and views of rolling pastures. It makes a beautiful space for weddings and events.
Turn on captions (CC) to see the lyrics on screen.
Special thanks to Troy Dixon for helping us with audio and Aaron Clark for the videography.
Microphones by Ear Trumpet Labs www.eartrumpetlabs.com
►LYRICS - Amarillo By Morning
Amarillo by morning, up from San Antone
Everything that I got is just what I got on
When that sun is high in that Texas sky
I'll be bucking at the county fair
Amarillo by morning
Amarillo I'll be there
They took my saddle in Houston, broke my leg in Santa Fe
Lost a wife and a girlfriend somewhere along the way
I'll be looking for eight when they pull that gate
Oh, I hope that judge ain't blind
Amarillo by morning
Amarillo's on my mind
Amarillo by morning, up from San Antone
Everything that I got is just what I got on
I ain't got a dime but what I've got is mine
I ain't rich, but Lord I'm free
Amarillo by morning
Amarillo's where I'll be [x2]
►The Petersens:
We celebrate American roots music with family values, and perform full time in Branson, Missouri in the USA. The band consists of four siblings, Katie, Ellen, Matt, and Julianne, our mom Karen, and good friend Emmett Franz. Learn more about our family on our website petersenband.com
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[@Liz.Newton]

*LYRICS - Amarillo By Morning* ------------ Amarillo by morning, up from San Antone Everything that I got is just what I got on When that sun is high in that Texas sky I'll be bucking at the county fair Amarillo by morning Amarillo I'll be there They took my saddle in Houston, broke my leg in Santa Fe Lost a wife and a girlfriend somewhere along the way I'll be looking for eight when they pull that gate Oh I hope that judge ain't blind Amarillo by morning Amarillo's on my mind Amarillo by morning, up from San Antone Everything that I got is just what I got on I ain't got a dime, but what I've got is mine I ain't rich, but Lord I'm free Amarillo by morning Amarillo's where I'll be [x2] Album: Live Sessions, vol. 02

[@mariacarmen3667]

Gracias

[@Shambala_G]

Word 🙏

[@aard9952]

This is pure music, true country, this is the real America. I thought country music was dead... I was wrong. America needs to go back to its roots. This is it.

[@creightonjason]

In a nutshell !!

[@JacktheBeard]

'I ain't rich but, Lord, I'm free'. Words to live your life by,

[@yourneighborhoodwierdo8349]

indeed

[@ginotentori9493]

and .... I ain't got a dime But what I got is mine ...... words to live by ....

[@Shambala_G]

I started out with nothing and I've still got most of it left 😁

[@freyafoxmusic]

ironic cause George Strait is mega rich

[@garyatkins7142]

@@freyafoxmusic "Amarillo by Morning" is written by Terry Stafford and Paul Fraser, in 1973 these guys doing great. i always you starve livin off love folks.

[@markregan8907]

Everything I have seen these people do is first class. Most people do not realize that with no studio mixing these people are mixing the sound by moving in and out (proximity to the microphone) and are consummate professionals that have skill beyond most of the performers seasoned by decades of live performances that use a sound person to make them sound good live. This is an art form in itself above and beyond being able to play the music at hand. I say this as a studio engineer and live performer with over 40 years experience in the studio and on stage, working with 6 rock & roll hall of fame groups, acts and individuals. Well done Petersons. Well done.

[@CrustyWhiteBread]

*SPOT ON*

[@michaeljurgens355]

Nothing to add...

[@angelahagood7143]

Mark Regan And no pyrotechnics! Just talent!

[@marcandrebighetti9882]

Excellent ! Not mainstream just so good Hold on

[@bertspeggly4428]

Using the one large-diaphragm microphone also helps to give the great vocal blend.

[@christianpesigan1005]

Their lives have been evangelical.. they have been preaching the Gospel through their lives.. and we've been touched.. what a wonderful family.. ❤

[@theresap3467]

Agree 💯

[@listerine-pr5lt]

What a graceful family...

[@CGphotoart]

honestly, me as a german, I love the USA in great pieces due to such music and the people behind it...wonderful You represent the USA which I love so much..thx..

[@gitarrojoe]

Liebe Grüße! Another german here trying my best to learn these songs myself... so much fun :) A shame that nobody i know listens to Country/Bluegrass (very few people actually know about Bluegrass here)

[@jorgbaiter2767]

Jutn Abend, noch‘n German Fan of this bänd..... finde fast alles toll von dieser Familie....stoße auf tolle songs....werde einige in meine Oldtime Band mitnehmen...echt dufte Mucke...toll instrumentiert!

[@michaelpiatt6648]

This is America at it's best, what was intended for it to be, not necessarily what it is. But enjoy!

[@flyhelo60L]

Danke!

[@russnurse2b807]

I'm glad you guys love the U.S.. It is families like the Petersens spread all across America that make it a great country. Not all the hate that's being put forth lately by people who are miss guided. God bless you and your family🙏😊.

[@eliyahsromans9547]

1:12- 1:21There is no sound sweeter than Matt and Julianne harmonizing. I could listen to that on repeat all day and it sounds even better live

[@inkslut612]

I agree and I could listen to his dobro playing all day

[@paultharp4626]

Yep, need more harmonies from those two😊

[@bamaguygm]

Matt has those bluegrass vocals and with Emmitts dobro it's heavenly

[@mikeknowles8017]

I grew up in San Antonio listening to country music and you cannot imagine how many times I've heard this song. It was actually around for some time before George Strait recorded it. This arrangement and performance is so original and well performed it's like a new song again. My day is made.

[@jeffhager9398]

Very interesting

[@timothysmith5060]

Matt - and Fam - what a beautiful rendition, actually put a tear in my eye - road trip from Oregon to Texas to bury my grandfather - my dad hopped out of the van - hugged a sign welcome to Tokio Texas - (sign was that small) we pulled sage bush out of the grave sites - so we had a clean area for my grandfather to rest - beautiful cotton fields around - every time I hear this song - it takes me back to some of the best family I ever had !!!! Beautiful job u-all .... And thank you for taking me back to my roots - for a few minutes!

[@bobmoe9221]

Sorry for your loss. Sounds like you're giving back love received. God bless!

[@Sooch694]

Timothy Smith I'm so sorry about your grandfather passing. He's waiting for you! Enjoy your memories of him.

[@drewby613]

Tokio!! Haven’t heard that word in a looong time. I spent three years in Levelland in the music program at South Plains College studying banjo with Alan Munde. Loved those years and getting out into the surrounding area playing little school arranged gigs, and at the different monthly “musicals,” basically town jam sessions. RIP grandfather, and thanks for the trip down memory lane.

[@nighthawk292]

Making that dobro look effortless. They look like they have so much fun playing it.

[@6ii08]

I confess that Juli's smile is something that improves the day.

[@TheLegendaryBrownNote]

One of King George's best. "I ain't got a dime, but what I've got is mine." Love that line. Great cover!

[@dmwilson34]

I ain't rich but Lord I'm free!!

[@RCSVirginia]

The Legendary Brown Note I always loved the poignancy of "Lost a wife and a girlfriend somewhere along the way."

[@swellcat66]

@@RCSVirginia: Some folks sing it, "Lost my wife and HER girlfriend . . . ".

[@RCSVirginia]

@@swellcat66 Ha! That's the more-modern and updated version. 'Tis, also, why he sings, "I ain't got a dime."

[@brett2890]

Each one of them has remarkable character to their voices in addition to just sounding amazing. Beyond that, they're all exceptionally good at their instruments. There's a lot of God-given talent, but also you can tell each one of them has really put the work in to make this group sound as good as it can. What a gift to share with us!

[@Adi-jb4kl]

And now the guitar player is singing. You can ALL sing. I'm just sitting here like 😲😍

[@elmerfudd5738]

what we are seeing is pure God-given talent.

[@trevormatson5239]

This family needs their own radio station😊❤

[@johnwarner6909]

I'd like to see them on PBS!

[@dlagrua]

An absolutely great bluegrass band. They are talented musicians and unlike today's rock bands they all look clean, well groomed and wholesome. Their devout Christian faith shines through brightly.

[@1danieltube794]

Its what the world needs but do not deserve. God is comin back soon and it will be dreadfull for the heathens!

[@lesb_socal]

...or even unlike today's country bands

[@robertcook4568]

AMEN!!!

[@BoldJumper]

That steel guitar gives goosebumps.

[@ethanweeter2732]

Flat top steel is pretty good. Hard to beat Ace in the Hole band on this song, but they do pretty good.

[@myturkishlife1777]

Everyone should take time out and listen to the Petersens at least once every day. Great job everyone.. Love and peace from Turkey..

[@mcginnin6]

Outstanding! Matt, you certainly did George Straight happy with this one! Beautiful Job! Thank You!

[@DrumCoversbyBill]

Awesome, Such a beautiful cover. Would LOVE to see y'all cover Man of Constant Sorrow by the Soggy Bottom Boys.

[@SureTexan]

Tough song. They'd nail it. Great suggestion.

[@jyee2217]

Enjoyable...they all looked like they were enjoying performing and that adds a lot.

[@maryqueenofscots3097]

we just saw real and raw talent AMAZING

[@cjpark5748]

The entire family can sing! I'm blown away.

[@thomasmarthinussen8978]

Lead vocal brother has got such an fine unpretentious sound to his voice and their harmonies are superb! By far the finest Country act I've heard the last 20 years!

[@tecnolover2642]

Incredible talents. They are all amazing but the girl on fiddle is like a radiant beam of light on stage I've noticed. She deeply loves to perform and her smile says it all. Music makes a happy family!

[@drcrowlee]

This is so good it actually makes me tear up. Beautiful

[@tomelder2358]

I saw a comment. It said something like "A visit by the Petersons is like a loving warm hug". :-) Love you guys.

[@adorapiano3325]

Emmett's dobro skill is beyond words. I didn't hear other dober players a lot but I like his calm look as much as his skills.

[@kemart537]

Dear AdoraPiano, you should check out Alison Krauss and Union Station. They have a dobro player named Jerry Douglas, he’s probably the best in the country. Hope you give them a listen. Mike from Orange Beach Alabama

[@MatthewMiller716]

The smiles from this family just make the dark turn to light.

[@s.b.605]

Matt does such a good job with this song, seems to be a natural fit for his voice

[@pierretwolinden2514]

Locked in the barn, their feet hit the ground, Spiders on the beat are playing Tarzan, Worms in their holes start swinging their heads Wishing they could make one clap with two hands, Wishing they could make one clap with two hands. The light in their eyes reflects the kindness Like their heartfelt smiles seemingly endless, And when voices rise in total harmony The world has to stop, for a while, its folly, The world has to stop, for a while, its folly. The Music escapes to the countless skies, To faraway countries where happiness lies, Happiness of sharing short moments of love From The Petersens band and their guide just above, From The Petersens band and their guide just above.

[@singmysong1167]

Sweet, imaginative lyrics, friend.

[@truthseekerdanny]

Are you kidding me!! You guys are just nailing the best songs. One of the all-time greatest songs ever. Matt nailed it.

[@ThePetersens]

Yay! Glad you’ve enjoyed the song choices :) There are so many good ones it is hard to choose 🙈

[@xtapl]

@@ThePetersens I don't know if you've heard "Lonely Neighbor" by Oh Honey, but that song is BEGGING for Julianne and Matt to sing it. Begging. Just putting a bug in your ear! :)

[@CaptainFeathersword]

Matt should take a stab at "All my Ex's Live in Texas"

[@russreed1529]

Good job kids. appreciate you all.

[@OstretsovArtem]

You've opened so many beautiful songs to me! Thanks from Russia

[@royalbirb275]

i think american country fans and Russian/Cossack folk fans should do a swap for a bit...I think we'd all love it xD

[@rickfarrow1890]

@@royalbirb275 God bless you

[@robertwilcock7920]

I am a George strait junkie and Amarillo by morning is my favourite You all did it justice just like you do with every cover but Katie originals are always my favourite Peterson songs

[@angelo3d]

Amazing and so nice family band. Greetings from Brazil, we love US American country music. Awesome!

[@Fremen1971]

I loved your version! Very sweet harmonies, guys. Terry Stafford would be proud of what you did with his song. Thank you for sharing!

[@calyfanpulp3248]

Thanks for posting this! I keep coming back to your rendition of this song. There is such a warmth in it and the way it's performed

[@ryubonsai6861]

We need more of Julianne singing! Amazing voice and a smile that brings sunshine on a rainy day’

[@andymedina7522]

My day is not complete until I watch and listen to Petersen😍😍😍😍

[@robertpaine6378]

This reminds me of several west Texas trips I took with a few of my Ranger buds.

[@jameseast7966]

Amarillo by morning by Terry Stafford, being my all time go to song, was my intro to you guys. Since then you all are my fave bluegrass band. THANKS for all you do.

[@micktezz1561]

EVERYTHING that’s RIGHT with AMERICA!

[@kg4lzc]

Amen!

[@haavichavez]

You're right Mick, so many things about it are wrong but this is one of the things y'all get right

[@lavictoire3240]

Comment ne pas être sous le charme du sourire enjôleur de Katie.

[@glennmaillard9076]

Love the naturalness and the sheer joy of making music and singing together.

[@bdm1000]

My wife is a big fan of George Strait's version of this song, but I actually like this one best. I really didn't think I would but it grew on me. Great job Matt!

[@homeslice1958]

Every single song I hear performed by The Petersens makes me love them even more. True artists who work with humility, joy and unmatched skill. They're a blessing to watch and listen to. Definitely a new favorite of mine.

[@jeffpichette492]

This may be not only my favorite George Strait song, but my favorite Country song of all time. Y'all did it proud.

[@peterwayne1180]

This is a family so loving together. So beautiful, so talented, so real. Thank you all for all the joy you give to us. Pete Wayne from Dawesville Western Australia.

[@MikeMacYT]

My new favorite cover of my favorite George Strait song! NICE!

[@daodaosakhau2880]

What a perfect music arrangement..!!

[@emptycrossministries3601]

Amazingly Awesome as ususal! Katie, keep smiling! That smile always makes my day!

[@claytonspann8032]

Thanks again for another great performance. I know you all hear it a lot, but Wow, amazing musicians, and such wholesomeness. When I watch and listen to you all it’s a graceful momentary escape and a reminder of the what’s good in this world. Thanks again

[@workmaniimartin]

Tell me that don't look like a young Elvis!? Love the music this family keeps puttin out! So talented

[@dadofmax3850]

One of my favorites from George Strait. I used to do this song all the time back in the 90s and early 2000s at karaoke. Thank you for doing this song! Y’all did a fabulous and fantastic job! I loved it. 🙂🙂🙂👍👍👍

[@joannebugden3737]

Love this group

[@rn2505]

May 2022, first time seeing their video....super impressed, love from India

[@dlpfaffen]

The arrangement is outstanding. Love the banjo and Drobo in this song. Those killer smiles, lifts anyones spirits.

[@jaassil]

dlpfaffen not mine. depression really exist. 😐

[@pascalmerschaudio]

Dobro Men is pure Rock n Roll

[@ronaldstatzer3863]

Emmett is the next Jerry Douglas.

[@Blbbbb]

What a lovely musical family ❤️❤️❤️👍😊👏

[@MrJavierrubio]

Son maravillosos, fabuloso ese estilo contry. Desde Mexico un saludo, los felicito

[@paulconant4547]

A real gem. Like Matt's song choices and how he sings 'em. With this gang, whoever is in the lead gets a great, enjoyable and cohesive backup by all the rest. Remarkable.

[@Liz.Newton]

Me too, he’s found his wheelhouse!

[@gnlmaster]

I have to listen to this song over and over. Love this rendition.

[@ericsolveson5972]

my baby will be born today to this music. thanks guys from Colorado

[@bram7659]

You have just blown me away! This is off the scale! This song was made for you Matt. It’s as though you’ve found your wings! Sweet Dobro as always and angelic voices from the ladies. Not forgetting a sturdy bass line from Ma Peterson! You’ve made my days😍

[@daletruswell5010]

I would like you to know that you are providing some truly needed joy to the world. You have a beautiful talent as a family a musical group and each of you individually and that includes you Mr. Franz.

[@bigbubbymerritt3954]

One of my favorites y'all do! Matt, you did so good on this one! also in this one you get a good look at Matt's strum which is one of the most hypnotizing things I've ever seen. Julianne and Katie, y'all are killing it in the harmony! All of y'all have such beautiful voices! Thanks for all the wonderful hours of music!!!!

[@dolonnatodd9557]

Wow! It's like a pop/country update on a classic. True musicians ♥️♥️♥️

[@raymondfoster219]

just awsome, thanks for all your practice your all spectacular.

[@unclejessie]

Matt, I was so use to hearing the original that I must admit I did not watch all the way thru at first, Last night I watched again and must say that you took this song and made it yours, It sounds excellent!, You have an brilliant smooth great sounding voice, In these difficult times you folks and your music is so comforting.

[@bubbahyde322]

I love the Terry Stafford version too!

[@brigadierblue221]

Song is great and man Matt is a looker

[@markusgebauer4065]

after living in Wichita Falls as a kid end of the 70s, this song carries me back over the Atlantic to the Barrywood Lane. thank you very much

[@berndschumann2442]

I come from Germany and love country music. You play it so authentically and very precisely. It is a pleasure to hear you. As always, Matt's vocals and accompaniment are excellent.

[@H.B.Fishing.]

Just love to here all them sing different songs. Ya'll are so awesome. God bless.

[@Brawlmonster_offic]

America is glorious with folks like you!

[@xboxgamer7453]

This music is amazing to me...God Bless from England.....You lift my heart....Thankyou..God Bless America

[@Sooch694]

and God Bless You and England my friend

[@sjculley]

Just what a drizzly British day needs... amazing music, smiles and some summery knees in dresses. Wishing you all safe and look foward to your new album.

[@kayneweber9460]

I love how uniquely he strums the guitar

[@pablohernandez5550]

Brilliant!

[@paddyboy6155]

Super. As good if not better than others. Brilliant voice, Matt. Well done.

[@BL-mf5dn]

What a sweet musical family. All so talented.❤️❤️❤️👍😊👏

[@bobjohnson1710]

Matt, I'll be honest and admit, I didn't think you were going to be able to hold a candle to George Strait, but you actually did a great job! Everybody actually did a great job! True story: Christmas morning of 1990 I was running a completion on a Quarles drilling rig in Scott, Louisiana. The rig crew was from South Texas where my dad was raised. The derrick hand said he was from Pearsal, Texas and I immediately came back with "home of George Strait!" The guy got a big grin on his face and told me this story. When George Strait made Country Music Entertainer of the Year, the folks in Pearsal were so proud they bought a big ole bill board sign out on Interstate 35 to let everybody that drove passed Pearsal know this wasn't just another South Texas farm town, they were near greatness, it was the hometown of George Strait! A couple years went by and George got caught up in all the fame and fortune with living the fast life and got himself arrested for cocaine possession! A couple days after the folks in Pearsal got word that their hometown hero had been arrested, somebody went out to the Interstate with a chain saw and sawed the legs off of that "Welcome to Pearsal Texas, Home of George Strait" sign! I guess the point of the story is, no matter how rich and famous you may become, don't ever forget where you came from!

[@singmysong1167]

Wow...then the Scripture is true...everyone who exalts himself will be humbled...there is nothing more humbling than to have the legs of a billboard sawed out from under one's name in lights..so to speak..I would imagine.

[@mahannopsuriyodorn3870]

Full of charming. Very classy. Nice and easy. Love ❤️ from Thailand 🇹🇭 You make me happy 😃 All the best from me 🙏

[@carlgruber4569]

Great,voice. He needs to know he’s got more in him and he should let that light shine. Don’t hold back son.

[@LeslieHickman]

I realy like this song its so peaceful

[@hughroadie2291]

Watch Katie carefully. Body, mind, and soul, she is in tune with her music and her family...and Emmett. She literally dances with her fiddle. Remarkable performance!

[@jimmyruger7529]

CLASSY Class Act , God Bless, and 1 of my very favorites, of my 54 years !

[@jcannon2534]

Singer reminds me of Ricky Nelson. Wonderful to hear everyone perform

[@johnbattles1002]

Agreed! And with a pinch of Elvis tossed in too! 😊

[@emanuelprzybyla1223]

Damn....its early morning and I'm listening The Petersens. Fiddle and dobro gave me gooseflash 😀

[@CN_Corbeau]

Amazing vocals by Matt wonderful job guys

[@brentfaulkner1980]

Just before leaving for work...i needed this.

[@edwardteach2625]

Yes!

[@romiemiller3093]

You all are quickly becoming my favorite group.

[@willymilane]

Man what a beautiful song.

[@creightonjason]

I love this track !

[@tryonco]

One of the Petersen’s performances I most come back to listen to again... Matt’s voice stands out, along with Emmet’s great dobro runs... and the girls of course with all their great accompaniment!

[@222ableVelo]

"I ain't got a dime, but what I got is mine. I ain't rich, but Lord I'm freeeee..." I absolutely love that lyric. Sometimes we are so blessed by God, and we don't appreciate it as much as we should.

[@prawdawoczy-7901]

One of my favorite country song :)

[@johnwalcott3401]

I ain't got a dime, but what I got is mine. Praise God 🙏🙏🙏

[@daviddix2911]

The Petersens are the one bright spot in 2020. Love your music!

[@swain99]

Loved it loved it loved it 💕 🎸🎸🎸🎸👍 🎸🎸🎸🎸