Billy Strings - Renewal 2021 - Full Performance (Friday)

Billy Strings at Renewal in Buena Vista, CO
Recorded on September 24, 2021
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[@5704nwredhawln]

I'm an old jam-grasser. It is so cool that Blue Grass has a rock star who is teaching a whole new generation Doc Watson.

[@darrelltalbott4830]

Thanks buddy,🎸

[@sgenetti77]

And I am an aging metalhead that's just discovering bluegrass because of that very same rock star guitar god, lol.

[@javenfogleman5798]

​@@sgenetti77Welcome to the Real World not sure of your age but you sure missed the Best Bluegrass that was ever Performed and Bill Brings back them old song too but he's got his medal side in there also but he wanted to Play Bluegrass since he was a kid going to festivals with his Step Dad But there hard driving band for sure .A Howd to the ,,,🎸 Billy Strings 🔮

[@Tusitala1967]

I turned away from this type of music for years, because I heard it so much as a kid growing up in North Carolina. When I first heard Billy a ton of memories came rushing back to me and I have been a fan ever since.

[@sgenetti77]

I'm still not a huge fan (and/or remain unexposed to or ignorant of) of bluegrass in general but there's just something so relatable and compelling in BMFS's lyrics and his song melodies and progressions. There are so few "guitar hero" level players who's music I find so compelling, in fact, its the opposite. I can only take electric guitar instrumental wankery for so long, Yngwie, EVH, all that. Its the songs, man. @@Tusitala1967

[@1shagg420]

Strings is a once in a generation legend. They don't make em like this very often. Pluck on legend!

[@chazzwan]

Bluegrass Acid Music!🥸 Confessions of a 74 year old who adores this music!!

[@NomadicExpressions24]

Picking up where the grateful dead left offf...!!!

[@AudreyHuber-rg6bv]

Obviously wholeheartedly believe old 😊 I am a maturing 72 yr 1:54:50 music freak concert fool lol? Awesome someone else who is maturing!!😅 2024/72 yrs. I believe Ve we are maturing from 70 - 80yrs 81-90 yrs mature 90-100 older 101-111 old… more accurate and much more understanding scale m 😊😊 enjoy your lives days and nights. We are over stands alone. comers. I have had severe emotional blows that stopped me for varying lengths of time. First ones longest, interesting how young a person can be when death - heartbreak demolish us and our lives , emotions, will to live, fear of being the only one left who knows in your family. How do I deal with so much raw emotions! Good music !!! 😊

[@GlendaGriffin-do1du]

I'm 69 and just saw him for the first time. Can't get enough!!Love his music and voice!! Great band!!

[@maureenh1785]

wow! I learned a lot this week. I was listening toJoe Rogan podcast talking to Tucker Carlson. That's a mouthful. Tucker said he likes bluegrass and mentioned Billy Strings so I thought I'd check and see what that was about and I found Billy Strings doing Doc Watson tunes. I gotta tell you, I grew up with Hee-Haw on tv and I thought it was such a dumb show I didnt even pay attention to it. When I heard the name Doc Watson, that was what I thought of. I had NO idea how talented, influential and important to Bluegrass music Doc was. Thank you Billy Strings and thank you universe for keeping perfection like this available for us to make the world a happier place!!

[@spacelemur7955]

I am long past retirement, but damn if I don't want to live just a little bit longer to see what this band does next. Right on! Strings is your Hendrix, but keep him off the hard stuff, as we lost Jimi way too early. Best wishes to everyone of you young fans. Get active. Take the reins, and bring everyone along with you. - -An old hippy✌

[@adamcassidy4508]

Didn't hendrix get doped up by so crazy girl and she continued to keep him doped up on mass pills so he couldn't leave kind-of a Cathy Bates from misery situation

[@alexbenson6354]

You sound like someone id like to have a beer with

[@n8wv]

He's California Sober, so they say

[@user-pp3ck2ob1t]

He has done and experienced what the hard drugs and alcohol will do. His parents are recovering from drug addiction, his father died from a heron overdose, and his town destroyed by the opium epidemic. I think they will be okay as long as they find healthy ways to deal with the unnatural state of stardom. And I am 59 years old and have thought the same thing about not living long enough to see where these younger musician's journeys take them. But, not going to worry about it. I'm going to live in for each moment and fill my soul with the music they are giving us now.

[@donaldhenley8446]

At 70 I took up acoustic guitar, slowly learning and having fun.

[@thatshaneguy546]

I'm going to see Billy strings April 27th in Kentucky I can't freaking wait

[@jaredgibson7462]

A good friend of mine is going to be there.

[@thatshaneguy546]

@@jaredgibson7462 it's gonna be a fun time. Lexington Kentucky

[@NomadicExpressions24]

A barn burning, foot stomping good time gonna be had at RUPP. Catch ya there.

[@rktyler3470]

May 21 Minneapolis 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@kevinconnell2471]

A legend in the making and along with Molly Tuttle and Sierra hull and a few others are keeping Bluegrass alive and well for future generations to enjoy 🎵❤️👍

[@user-sc5hh4cc2b]

You can't sit still listening to Billy and the band . Frickin crazy.

[@markcritchley4528]

Watched Billy Strings at the Academy in Manchester,"wow"you sure get your money's worth 😮 The whole band pure excellence 👍👍👍✌️

[@scottkeller8890]

I saw them for the first time last week and they rocked my soul. I cant wait for the next tour, I may travel around like I used to with the dead.

[@kvfkvf6900]

This kid is helping me withdraw off fentanyl. I feel worthless and the only bright light is this kid. Someone please tell him how much I love him.

[@solitudessilentgroove]

Same. This world is so fucked up, but it's inspirational to be reminded that such beauty can exist. Keep focusing on the beauty and keep the demons away.

[@jeffwillis2760]

you got this! we're all rooting for you!

[@kvfkvf6900]

@@jeffwillis2760 thanks man. My new years resolution lasted 20 days. The struggle is real and I genuinely wish I never started this. I'm having an extremely hard time not feeling ashamed and embarrassed. Thank you tho. Billy is literally helping me not jump a bridge. I love him so much. I love the vibe of the people and everything. It's so beautiful. Which makes it harder to think. Well nevermind. My family thanks you

[@LoveYouGreggy1]

Stick with recovery! He is sooo good. I just found him by mistake now I’m hooked. Yea he is a prime example of what sobriety can bring you in life, you are NOT worthless.

[@Tusitala1967]

@@kvfkvf6900 Don't be ashamed, friend. Anyone can fall down a hole. Just keep climbing. It's beautiful up here.

[@bradadams2186]

Man I've been following this guy for several years he rocks best kid on a guitar

[@wildhorsemusic1111]

Mad props to THE BAND

[@realrasher]

The level of show you guys put on evolves at the speed of light. It’s always a new ride… every time! Thank you!!! 🙌

[@leonard_maz]

September 24th, 2021 - Billy Strings at Cottonwood Meadows, Buena Vista, CO, USA Set 1: 01:37 Know It All 04:53 New Camptown Races (Muleskinner cover) 07:40 Unwanted Love (David Grisman cover) 11:17 This Old World 15:46 Hellbender 19:23 This Heart of Mine (New Grass Revival cover) 22:12 I'll Remember You, Love, in My Prayers (William "Billy" Hayes cover) 25:09 On the Line 33:10 No More to Leave You Behind (The Infamous Stringdusters cover) (with Andy Hall) Fireball (Lester Flatt & Earl Scruggs cover) (with Andy Hall) 47:10 Turmoil & Tinfoil Set 2: 1:02:13 West Dakota Rose (Chris Henry cover) 1:07:09 Hollow Heart 1:10:57 Thunder Intro 1:12:51 Thunder 1:24:05 The Gold Rush (Bill Monroe cover) Paul and Silas (The Stanley Brothers cover) (with Paul Hoffman) 1:38:10 Reverend (Greensky Bluegrass cover) (with Paul Hoffman) 1:45:34 In the Morning Light (with Paul Hoffman) 1:51:09 Fire Line 1:58:09 Running the Route Set 3: 2:02:28 Taking Water 2:06:24 Ice Bridges 2:11:08 Nobody's Love Is Like Mine (The Stanley Brothers cover, vocals by Jarrod Walker) 2:15:16 Home of the Red Fox (Bill Emerson cover) 2:23:39 Bringin' in the Georgia Mail (Charlie Monroe cover) 2:26:42 Show Me the Door 2:34:32 Pretty Daughter (Danny Barnes cover) 2:42:36 Nothing's Working (with Lindsay Lou) What Does the Deep Sea Say (Doc Watson cover) (with Lindsay Lou) 2:50:11 White Rabbit (Jefferson Airplane cover) (with Lindsay Lou) 2:54:02 I'm Going Back to Old Kentucky (Bill Monroe cover) (with Lindsay Lou) 2:57:20 And Am I Born to Die? (The Doc Watson Family cover)

[@javenfogleman5798]

Thanks

[@balancingscales1339]

Right on! Thank you friend!!

[@WilFreeD68]

i would love you Billy Strings to come in France for a French tour 🤩💖 Think about it ! 🤪 Love to all and Bluegrass for ever ! 🥰

[@Tusitala1967]

This love and honoring of tradition wedded to astounding innovation is something the world desperately needs right now.

[@garethburnell615]

This, nail - head.

[@johnbelcher7164]

I love tuning my Guitar up can't help but tuning twice the last one in before starting the Song. Billy Strings always tunes Properly

[@bobturner6255]

i'Ve never seen bluegrass performed like this The kid is amazing as well as hi coperformers!

[@rktyler3470]

I hope you all stuck around to the end. There’s a golden nugget of light hidden there.

[@crocodilegrundee4514]

Yup I sure did…..what an end to an incredible show.

[@FedUpSouthernGirl]

Around the 2 hour mark is def a nugget

[@charlesstark6988]

Just amazing

[@milesofentertainment]

Best band on the scene today. Four incredible musicians and then they add another with the fiddle. Billy’s been at the top of our playlists since before COVID, has his own “best of” playlist and is featured in several of our videos. He’s just a monster and still young.

[@peterlee4856]

Timeless, ageless, music is immortal. Songs go on and on. Our bodies shall return to water and dust but music carries on. Without physical form or ego trappings, these songs will keep unborn descendants toes a tapping.. All the friction of the long roads grind shall fade away as another generation learns to play the songs from the one who keft them here. A new one learns to play and sing and even improvise. Heard again these welcome friends arrive and go making new friends on their way. Before departing those notes so nice and beats with spice raise spirits living and departed. This one now who sings those words once written on a scrap of paper nearly thrown away. Corrected perfected cherished and rehersed. Delivered to the world embaced by those who thirst for authenticity Again and again here and there the immortal traces lift the faces with smiles of delight. I pray someday to hear you play with authority, original and alive before me. appreciation for all the ears who paid to experience these creations, children of your life. With a band so tight filling all with delight. Encore played Im glad we stayed to savor every note. Good day good night thanks exchanged back on to the road. Arriving at a new venue not just a destination. Another stage another crowd and another songs creation. This way and that one too so much appreciation. Back and forth what you bring forth between us it will grow. Someday in a time far away together once we gave birth to a brand new song long ago that lives beyond our years on earth. Genuine and heartfelt with love authentic music is created. When we die no need to cry for these songs they are immortal. Appreciated and enjoyed by so many through the years. Some make me laugh others make me cry. When we are gone they will carry on delivering their treasure. Where unborn generations shall.embrace the songs so honest and genuine authentic and original. They live on and carry on long after the author has passed into the light.

[@mikebressler-notesfromplan1423]

Great comment

[@car1u518]

Excellent

[@fluxahelmi]

Great musicians, great Band,great music,... great Billy.🤩👍

[@rockman2706]

He has inspired me to stop drinking 🍸 ❤

[@timjohnson4504]

Ill drink to that!

[@robertdevereaux7621]

Thanks for posting. Beautiful musicians, crowd, setting . A real treat for the world.

[@39Riddell]

Billy Strings weaves six strings at the intersection of bluegrass, country, rock, jazz, blues and originality.

[@realplonk]

haha i've always called billy the heavy metal of bluegrass XD

[@user-uq5yy2de2x]

Please cab we cab we seeth w b😊😊😊

[@user-uq5yy2de2x]

Hwll😊😊😊

[@user-uq5yy2de2x]

Plase😊

[@user-uq5yy2de2x]

I need you I

[@rednoise0988]

Thank You, William, from greater Traverse!

[@wildhorsemusic1111]

Shout out from Northern Michigan 🎶✨️

[@steve196134]

I heard Billy got married today. Congrats man. My wife said your wife is beautiful. Can't wait to see Billy and the band again !

[@dan666x]

Yes yes ❤😊

[@dylanmckee7199]

just saw him at Peterson Events Center in Pittsburgh, first time i heard his music. holy shit can these guys play!

[@FedUpSouthernGirl]

7:40 unbelievable. This life is beautiful sometimes when you’re treated to this. ❤

[@DanDBatMan]

This is awesome!

[@AMA-G]

ブルーグラスのLiveにこれほどの観客が集まり熱狂するというのが、本場ならではなのだね。日本ではまず考えられない。猿真似の日本人ブルーグラスバンドがどんなに頑張ったところで、歌詞の真意も伝えられず、単なる物好きの趣味としか見られない。それは仕方のないことだ。

[@pwobbles]

Every time I watch these guys, I'm so amazed at the talent on that stage! F*/*&g unbelievable! I've gotten to see them twice so far and plan to do it again. I do wonder if these guys EVER get tired!

[@nickicombs3760]

Thanks for this. A blessing.

[@weenfain2321]

My papaw loves billy so glad I introduced him

[@pitchforkpeasant6219]

Guys need to stick together. They’re all absofknlutely awesome👍😁👍

[@pitchforkpeasant6219]

Andy hall pretty kickass too👍👍

[@myersc2004]

Brilliant! Thank you Billy and the band for sharing your gifts with the Internets - hope to see you live in Berkeley this summer!

[@wojciechradzikowski9608]

THAT ALL STRINGS😍

[@TheSoftVelcro]

wow superb

[@papadizastr]

This matrix rehab is phenomenal…if only it was real.

[@D45VR]

A great set!

[@ameliamceskew5385]

When your world is Dark and Cold

[@aaronwatson3162]

Just seen your show at bourbon and beyond you did great!

[@wilebeard319]

Happy birthday 🎉

[@zebjohnson5580]

🔥

[@atlantisfunktions]

cant wait

[@mstuckey311]

I bought the livestream for this years renewal. I'm looking forward to Shadowgrass!

[@user-he2ei2wb7e]

He is dam good doc Watson's my ladest family sounds just like him keep up good blues.

[@ameliamceskew5385]

Love is All I Heard

[@sharonanderson8375]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@weenfain2321]

The Jefferson airplane cover was 👌🏻

[@mickcuttriss7120]

Heard the word, checked it out, I'm hooked.

[@user-sl3om5xy1u]

❤베리굿 ❤

[@mikearringtonbf52]

Yup

[@oldwookie4440]

Hey mike

[@highpockets5340]

Nice

[@wordgeezer]

I was lucky enough to have lived in Buena Vista for a while. We had spring water running across a trough on the back porch. My sister was born there in 1940. Billy fits right in with those good old days.

[@osmenjo]

Great at B&B

[@udohaderlein2398]

Blue Grass Rock Star teacher cool guy😀

[@ameliamceskew5385]

When your walking all alone

[@josephanderson3889]

Short hair vs. long hair Billy. WHO would win the duel 🤺?

[@mawx2788]

✌️❤️🐐

[@kotsiktok]

you make me cry over here :) born to die is killing me.. hmm sooo WOW :)

[@mcrandown]

There is some psychedelic about how hard these dudes jam

[@thecaptfun]

Most excellent. Is there a setlist for this show? trying to break it into tracks for my car....

[@mrnatedogg3434]

Billy Fucking Strings!!!

[@user-pp3ck2ob1t]

Does anyone know the name of the second song about the guy with a headache? Thanks for reading!

[@sharlenevowels4125]

This old world took for a ride. Is that original or old?

[@user-es6uf4kc5q]

Play them strings

[@ohwelldanceitout]

💃🏻💜🔥📢💅🏁

[@stephenmcdonald338]

AUSTRALIA.....has some nice mountains too Bill...!! Why don't you shout your hard working band a gift and a trip down here to experience the best country on the planet...while it still is.., play a couple of gigs... have a blast...see some cool stuff...blow some folks minds...and hopefully come back again and again...

[@garethburnell615]

agreed, bring your show out to Meredith Music Festival and I guarantee you one of the maddest of mad crowd of music lovers that would lose their minds when you inevitably set the stage on fire

[@NomadicExpressions24]

Feeed your Head.....!!!!!!!

[@faithyates7826]

Love my Billy!!!

[@Runnin65]

Billy let me meet you one time w the band plz

[@illjester_4203]

It’s my Birthday

[@laurahastings7157]

🙏🌻⚘🦋Happy2Day2U better late.Sometimes I'll just go ahead and celebrate for the whole month😁

[@BigRobsOddPod]

and ice spice gets a super bowl commercial, this world is so busted

[@mng22236]

Where is the timeline dude??

[@oldwookie4440]

💚🦚🦕🦣

[@wubwilson1318]

The missed cheers at 2:00:55

[@snotty484]

Where’s the fiddle player?

[@gailarearick2203]

This was recorded 2 years ago, and he’s only been with the group for about a year now!

[@snotty484]

@@gailarearick2203 saw the date after I typed that thank you

[@kayakbrent]

Awesome concert. Fire the cameraman.

[@littlemissmissy1313]

whos on mando

[@chamicels]

Where is the time stamp poster?

[@nickpavone5220]

I love Alex but sometimes its nice pre Fiddle 🤘

[@bjrutledge6108]

In addition to his incomparable talent is his lack of ego.

[@jaredgibson7462]

Way too many ads on this, cmon now..

[@mikea7887]

The drummer missed the bus...😂

[@erichnussbaum]

Like in Gypsy Swing, this music works better without a drummer. Usualy the MUSICIANS send him to buy beer and cigarettes! ;-)

[@fluthebirdwatcher]

Jesis mc david show

[@solitudessilentgroove]

Welp, guess I can't say modern music sucks anymore. Y'all up there with all the greats from Zappa to Phish to John McLaughlin to David Grisman to Grateful Dead to Pink Floyd.., etc..

[@drh488]

Billy needs to stick with the long hair...just sayin

[@johnroyalty2351]

Nice

[@MrXanFan]

😯😊🫠🫠🫠🌵