Jimmy LaFave on Austin City Limits 1996 (Episode 2109)

Jimmy LaFave
July 12, 1955 - May 21, 2017
We remember Jimmy LaFave with his Austin City Limits episode recorded and broadcast in 1996.

[@gilbertmhernandez6308]

Jimmy was not just a great writer, musician and performer...He was a true gentleman...If, you ever talked to him you'd know...He never wanted to talk about music...He wanted to hear about you as a person...It doesn't get more intimate or beautiful than that....I miss you Jimmy RIP

[@AWa-ik2ez]

- I met him! on a frozen starry night just like tonight in beautiful New Hampshire. Jimmy did not like zero degrees F, with high winds. It was even cold inside the venue! To meet him was to love him! Too hear him was to get addicted to his beautiful music! i really miss him. Imagine all the great songs he would have written! -

[@dennislee2199]

I worked sound for Jimmy a couple times. He was a true gentleman and a great artist. It was an honor to work with him.

[@megatuanis]

​@@AWa-ik2ez Agree 100%!

[@a.humphries8678]

I met him at the Broken Spoke, in Austin. Super nice!

[@RandyRugarMusic]

Otis Gibbs brought me here, thank you sir..

[@nickb3510]

I don't know how I made it almost 37 years in life without stumbling into the hidden gem known as Jimmy Lafave. But I sure am glad I found him. He's flipped my life upside down and it hasn't even been 24 hours since I discovered it.

[@megatuanis]

I love your words! He also flipped my life upside down! Only someone blessed by Jimmy LaFave's magic would understand the depth of that statement ❤ I can't express how much we love and miss him. The world will never be the same without him.

[@nickb3510]

@@megatuanis 2 years after my comment and I'm still listening to him weekly. River road will still bring tears to my eyes. The magic is very much alive

[@megatuanis]

​@@nickb3510 Yes, I completely understand!!! His songs are always fresh, no matter how many times I hear them. My favorites are Into your life, Never is a moment, Give your sweet love to me (a masterpiece), Never be mine, I walk along with you, Sweetheart like you. Even his covers are better than the originals. I hope he knew how deeply he touched people's hearts and souls. I have a Spotify playlist of the songs I just listed that i play all the time. They move me every time.

[@nickb3510]

@@megatuanis sweetheart like you is another one of my favorites. I don't know a couple of the ones you listed though so now I've got some new stuff to look up. Thanks!

[@sylviaherman5072]

How did someone who listens to music as much as I do only just discover Jimmy LaFave. I can't stop listening to his music, at home and in the car. I bought some CDs and t-shirts because I want to support his musical legacy. I love you, Jimmy.

[@kentwg]

Jimmy would play in the bars at Stillwater ( back in the day) and draw you in from the sidewalk with his soulful singing! Once, while walking down the 'Strip' by Willie's, I heard him singing inside...had to go in! Didn't know who he was until that evening.

[@MAGAMANPATRIOT]

Somehow I had forgotten Jimmy and his great music and voice , my memory ain't what it used to be. I watched Otis Gibbs and it was about Jimmy , lord I'm so glad I did. It's been like reuniting with an old friend. I love the way he covers"walk away Rene" I've always liked the song but his voice can make me cry and smile at the same time.

[@jerrymullin2058]

Agreed. His Walk Away Renee is very special. I too was lead here by Otis Gibbs.

[@nickb3510]

That's funny. I feel that way about John Prine, who, via the youtube algorithm suggested some Iris Dement. Was listening to her and bam! Jimmy Lafave. Damn I'm so grateful for that suggestion. This has been an amazing day acquainting myself with his music

[@carrie471]

I used to listen to Jimmy back in the day, but I too had forgotten him. I was COMPLETELY taken aback when scrolling through John Prine tributes (my all time favorite songwriter), I came across Jimmy ..Jimmy Lafave!! Oh my heart! My heart literally skipped a beat. This happened about 4 hours ago and I have been listening to him since. 'What's a Sweetheart Like You Doing in a Place Like This' has been one of my favorites of his. His unique voice, his songwriting, his presence ALL make me soooo happy. ❤❤❤ .... yes, still trying to figure out why I lost him in the first place ... ✌❤

[@megatuanis]

​@@carrie471 Jimmy's music has touched my life for over 20 years. He still makes my heart soar like no other artist can.

[@turtleoaks4412]

He was my front porch quilt during a summer rain.

[@lindaeverett8292]

turtleoaks I love this!

[@andrewhidas1993]

That's a beautiful image, turtleoaks, thank you!

[@frito-pi]

Well said.

[@msophiasantiago7900]

Carry On, dearest JIMMY LaFave ~ in heaven with your angels. Loved taking in your music, dancing always (often alone near the stage) and taking your words and lyrics to the core of my Heart. We all miss you so much .... rest in grace . Your MUSIC lives on . Many Blessings ~

[@billjacobson5997]

God Speed Jimmy... Your songs and voice will live on and on.

[@haroldeggers6120]

Bob Johnston produced an album with Jimmy, said he was one of the greatest singer/songwriter/artist ever, as did Townes Van Zandt and my brother Kevin Eggers Tomato Records. Jimmy was and is music majic of the highest degree. One of a kind. RIP Jimmy

[@victoredwards0530]

Just the best. We miss you very much, brother.

[@JPHOT100]

Walk Away Renee by Jimmy LaFave popped up on Spotify an hour ago. Now I find myself here, listening to this great artist who I'd not heard of until today. You have to love music....

[@jimmylafaveofficial]

Glad you found your way to Jimmy's music!

[@Homeinmygardenwithmydog]

Same thing happened to me today! He is so good! How had I not heard of him???

[@stephanierothyourfertilese2783]

I watched this when it first aired back in 1996. So happy to see it again, thanks so much for posting it! There will never, ever be another Jimmy LaFave.

[@kal2487]

When I lived in Austin, I saw Jimmy perform many times live. His soulfulness was epic- that grandiose word is true in this instance. The most special troubadour. I still miss him. There will never be another like him. This first tune Buffalo Return to the Plains, is one of my favorites. Although I have many favorites. :)

[@MrLittlefeat]

Man I really miss this guy.

[@offaxisdude]

great artist and human being....rip jimmy

[@egleprocuta]

I miss Jimmy so much. His voice just makes me stop. There is nobody like him.

[@roshkatan702]

I'm not exactly sure how old Jimmy is, but something tells me his music fits right in with my generation of late 60s, early 70s

[@spb8920]

The Great Jimmy LaFave! I hope you are playing in heaven if I happen to get there.

[@bryansmith2724]

Went to his show at the Freight & Salvage in Berkeley - a joyful noise.

[@catchinbass86]

I'm glad we will always have your music Jimmy, you were the best.

[@brillero2356]

my heart breaks everyday, we miss you jimmy ..... :(

[@bitbarrett5852]

What a great Mucisian and cool cat Jimmy was. Rip my Friend

[@offaxisdude]

Great guy,Singer,Picker,storyteller,interpreter,....could go on and on and on......r.i.p

[@jasonwadkins7410]

I recorded this on VHS when it first aired because Lisa Loeb was also in this episode. (Lisa's performance was incredible too.) That's how I discovered Jimmy. I wore that tape out. must of watched it a 1000 times. R.I.P. Jimmy.

[@kait67]

great musician, never had the chance to see him! Rest in peace Jimmy!

[@kadinmckay9224]

dont get souunds lke this anymore will play till im gone rest in peace my brother xx

[@michaelsix9684]

so talented, died too soon, will be missed, saw him once in Houston--great show--great songwriter

[@RacerPaul3]

Doesn’t get much better than this 🙏🏻

[@TheKiablaster]

Through your songs I learned to live .Thank you Jimmy.

[@prissycat9180]

We will miss you, Jimmy, and I can't help but wonder if the Lord will ask you to sing a song for Him.

[@susieturk1]

Aww you know he will♥️

[@dmbmomma1780]

You are missed. ❤

[@michaelsix9684]

great performance--another of Austin's greats gone too soon

[@johnchoate3398]

Wonderful video. Jimmy put on one of the best shows I've ever seen in Berkeley. Most underrated artist ever.

[@andrewtaylor7484]

People need to watch this show every time it`s available. Giants still walk among us! Please pay attention.

[@heatherdiggs6807]

That shit is tight. How are people so talented?!

[@prissycat9180]

Such a unique voice...like no other.

[@judyosullivan6376]

loved his music and his voice, will be missed. RIP

[@jimlabos]

Gone too soon. I was lucky enough to have seen him in Montreal in a very small club. No one does a ballad like him.

[@detoxmansion66]

That was our show (Billy Bob Productions) 🙏 Jimmy played for us numerous times. Special soul.

[@jimlabos]

@@detoxmansion66 Thanks for doing it. Hoping to see more productions in Montreal like that in the future.

[@paulag.panzermd8239]

Missing Jimmy - keep coming back to old shows!

[@offaxisdude]

some great players on stage with Jimmy.....Rick Poss ,one of the most tasty guitar pickers in the biz

[@mikeeagan3174]

Jimmy was my rock.

[@Jannekeposma]

Wonderful Jimmy !!!!

[@ARTPAINTING101]

Miss this great talent, his performances were always so personal, taking requests and so laid back. I wish he had come to East coast more often I always tried to see the shows.

[@michaelsix9684]

lots of great musicians are playing with him, incredible talent up there

[@kevinbankhead7380]

Thanks for posting this gem. Such a unique voice that is gone, but will never be lost.

[@HermanTulp]

WOW. He was such a great artist!

[@glassncobalt]

Thanks to KPIG for introducing Jimmy to those that receive it.

[@Akamundra34]

We all have that jimmy in us rip good man

[@aljcamp]

Gone too soon...R I P Jimmy

[@324jb]

thank you..thank you.. was hoping this would surface....that voice in this setting....perfection...

[@sweetwaterfilm]

i love you Jimmy!

[@sallyschur8017]

Thanks for this, ACL! RIP Jimmy LaFave.

[@alexduque3219]

don’t listen to much country, but he honestly sounds very much ahead of his time. a lot of country artists i hear today sound like him. and i prefer his raw take on it, personally.

[@lassiejr2115]

First heard Jimmy on radio in Houston on the alternative station down their more Americana and Folk style , back in 1995-98 . Not really Country .

[@MichaelSmith-jw8qw]

great show, so glad this is on youtube--great artist--he will be truly missed

[@HermanTulp]

Thanks so much for posting!

[@BarneysBullit]

i miss him more than 99% of the people I KNEW who have passed on.

[@jackhighfill2826]

Thank you so much for posting this ACL! Such a great talent gone but will not be forgotten.

[@fredkentner6847]

Just today I found out he left us . . . broke my heart, again. 🙏

[@NobodyLikesTheTunaHere]

Jimmy's great and RIP. But that dobro at 1:48 is utterly wonderful. Every note counts.

[@written12]

I thought the same way. Every note matters, and goes with the others.

[@jeffbrown-hill7739]

Yeah, is that Will Kimbrough??

[@megatuanis]

Absolutely amazing, yes!

[@jumbocatproductions]

Love this! RIP Jimmy!

[@alicemiller4298]

Brilliant guy. Sorely missed.

[@compass4853]

Primo Jimmy! Forever man

[@cafmdq]

Excelente voz country 👍🇦🇷

[@marialeal7057]

I saw him at steamboat springs on 6th street.

[@seanrainey3868]

I would have paid big bucks to be at this gig.

[@Frank_2023]

RIP Buddy :)

[@edicamon8486]

Aviat farà dos anys que te'n vas anar, els bons aficionats mai t'oblidarem. Fins sempre, Jimmy. RIP

[@ste_irons]

Great!

[@GregHalvorson]

He was special.

[@debbycoley]

❤️

[@sueholstein3255]

“One of Texas’ best kept secrets”. How sad

[@OldLoner-en4dj]

Oklahoma?

[@RoyalBubble5575]

@@OldLoner-en4djborn and died in Texas. We claim him

[@mrdavidpedersen]

**Jason Isbell takes notes**

[@andy96356]

Isbell is an incredible musician and song writer not to take away from jimmy

[@johnharshfield2927]

Who was the fiddle player - great tone!

[@kbgamble1]

Gene Elders. George Straits fiddler

[@suhaibghazi7673]

What?? he passed away?? noooooo

[@JohnnyCasey]

Looks like the guy who knows a lot about high elves.

[@squaff8332]

Johnny Casey same last name too...

[@rtcastleberry]

Nothing like showing up on teevee looking like a vagrant to impress your audience.

[@raycampbell1845]

Love this guy