Billy Strings w/ Bryan Sutton - Freeborn Man - Delfest Grandstand Stage 5/28/2017

[@bobsmith-ji2uh]

I can't imagine a more terror inducing scenario than being on stage with these guys and they turn to you for a solo.

[@anthonyrussell1129]

😂😂😂

[@christianjames4372]

I take classes with Bryan, and I feel the exact same way. Ive had nightmares about it

[@joshuatate5671]

Yes! Lol

[@ludicroussp33d45]

👍

[@bellesmom238]

I WOULD PASS OUT , NO WAY

[@dougsomers3065]

I love how billy always turns to whoever is soloing and really takes in their performance. True master of his craft

[@babswright2664]

Shows great respect for his band.

[@heathkish6901]

@@babswright2664 Agreed. Billy is a class act. The most ridiculous thing in the world is how some of these "Bluegrass purists" talk shit about him for being a showboat. It has to be jealousy, that's the only explanation I can think of. I for one am thankful we have Billy to carry the torch for the future generation of flatpickers, we're truly lucky.

[@babswright2664]

@@heathkish6901 he is a performer with confidence and I wish him all the success he deserves. I agree jealousy brings out the worst in people. If you watch his interviews you will understand how humble Billy is. I can’t get enough of him I wish I still lived in the States so I could see him live.

[@heathkish6901]

@@babswright2664 I couldn't have said it better myself. My father-in-law is in a bluegrass band, and Billy got on stage with them at this festival they played. They all said he was just the nicest guy. I'll post the link if I can find the video! Also, don't feel bad. I live in America and I still haven't seen him live.

[@heathkish6901]

@@babswright2664 kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5TXd5usbtSDftk My father-in-law is the one singing.

[@mandohat]

Bryan Sutton plays that like he's walking down the street. So perfectly effortless!

[@coryCuc]

He's got that Tony Rice swagger about him. Effortless is an understatement.

[@bobsmith-ji2uh]

Seriously the guys amazing. I used to think I was a guitar player until I started listening to guys like Bryan Sutton. Now I just consider myself a guitar owner.

[@musiclover9361]

Bryan Sutton: 10 times IBMA World Champion Bluegrass Guitar Player. A stunningly talented multi-instrumentalist!

[@aaronjs00]

608K views... I'm pretty sure at least 250K of those are from me watching this video over and over and over. Billy has to be one of the most captivating performers of his generation among any genre and this video shows why. So great, so much fun, so much enthusiasm and respect among the musicians. Mighty fine, indeed.

[@chanceburger3169]

He's going to get better every day an this young man can play every type of music.

[@musiclover9361]

Almost all of the other views are mine! I had the immense pleasure of seeing him play live in Manchester, England at the end of last year. It was an absolutely spectacular gig!

[@guitarsword1]

Ladies and gents, It doesn’t get any better than this.

[@kirksand]

Indeed

[@booradley9640]

thats what it says on every billy strings video

[@borobluegrass2482]

Check out Tony Rice's version

[@garywood5604]

No matter what video I watch with billy I’m smiling ear to ear within minutes if not seconds.

[@1001nancymcmillan]

I'll even let out the occasional hoot sometimes my face just can't contain the smile

[@damianwalck9068]

The key to being this caliber, is absolutely being the music. These guys are their own frequency. They have fun with it every single note, measure and riff they play. I haven't heard one song from Billy that hasn't blown me away in some form or another.

[@tsnody2001]

Wow. Not just Billy Strings, but EVERYBODY playing here. Just wow!

[@TShawsProgressiveBluegrass]

For a free hand shoot single camera this is very well done.

[@TheJrddxw]

T Shaw's Progressive Bluegrass Everything gets done very well @ Delfest

[@richardcarew4708]

a friend says... the best camera is the one in your hand ✋...I am a lifelong photographer who uses his phone for all of it now... it's like having a really really good camera... for a few... comfortable monthly payments... no worries

[@higheststandards3344]

I’ve seen you channel before, they need to put a check mark by you so people know your a channel

[@donaldjohnson257]

@@higheststandards3344 .....Why? just wondering!

[@mf5202]

Good ole Tony Rice approves from heaven. RIP to the REAL Freeborn Man. :(

[@shibaku73]

Killer playing and singing there. I love where he quotes Big Sandy at 5:51 and then Sutton kicks the same quote back to him, only with harmony. Those guys both know how to listen.

[@pageluvva]

Well said. You know how to listen too my friend.

[@LGadeikis]

Exactly, that harmonic answer sent shivers down my spine.

[@adolosguitarstudio]

Always appreciate it when I can feel past artists through present ones in live performance, and we're all acknowledging the nod!

[@TaycroTC]

Magical.

[@griffinmoore6819]

All five are fantastic musicians. Billy will be referred to as legend long after we're gone.

[@fredwood420]

I was hypnotized. You can see that he loves what he does. I'm a fan.

[@an5925]

First time I played this for my then 12 y/o he said 'Sounds like they're having a conversation.' I was 'THEY ARE' Proud momma moment..raising 'em right!

[@TheGrasspond]

This kid is crazy good! What a gift.

[@buddythatcher5421]

I get what you are saying but that kind of talent is earned through many hours of practice. It is not given.

[@Swags456]

@@buddythatcher5421 what he has some many people wouldn't achieve even if they play guitar everyday. Takes soul and hardwork. Break down some of his concerts how he progresses the songs uniquely throughout as you go on the journey. Not everyone can feel that. Even if you play forever. He has it. Many don't.

[@NKBobcat]

I've heard of Billy Strings and knew he was good but yesterday and today I have been watching many of his videos and have to say he is extremely good. One of the best of all time, even at his young age.

[@CamsCampbell]

Oh. My. Gosh. So good. That conversation with the two guitars at the 5 minute mark is outstanding.

[@bobrossi3632]

Cams Campbell crazy echoing 👍

[@GregAlanEdwardsEmmanuelRidge]

That may be the greatest live performance I've ever seen. In ANY genre!

[@ramrodrymensnyder2648]

Man, I havent kept up with the bluegrass scene real closely for a couple years. I start digging around looking for something new to listen to and find this kid. I dont give a damn if hes cocky. That boy is the total package. And playing classics without some " new " BS twist. Not that I dont like the new stuff ...I do. But a kid who actually knows and plays the classics and loves doing it???!! Good stuff.

[@Pinrod93]

Ramrod Rymensnyder Billy is not cocky at all, he comes off that way on stage. If you ever meet him like I did in Birmingham you will know what I mean. He is a jolly, humble, good fellow!😋 David Barr

[@ramrodrymensnyder2648]

Pinrod93 - Yeah, I certainly dont have any reason to think hes cocky, other than the negative comments below. Its definitely nice to see a youngster playing classic bluegrass and doing it like a boss. That boy can damn sure burn the strings up

[@andrewboos-hartig6206]

shameless playlist plug. music.kzbin.info/aero/PLvsWUkd6pXTrFrYG4e6cFM8vIaYREzqus

[@genuineimpulse9134]

you might enjoy this guitar teacher reaction and teach of Billy Strings. Great enthusiasm and helped me to understand just how complex and layered and how it all comes together

[@shreddykrueger3776]

Billy just likes to smell some fun powder before a big performance. It's called entertainment

[@ParadigmStudios]

Man, I was there for this and it was incredible. I think what makes it so special is that Billy is just throwing out everything he has got and completely trusts that Bryan Sutton is going to toss it right back to him. It elevates them both.

[@doyleable91]

I have a memory of this being on the Patomac stage...

[@ParadigmStudios]

​@@doyleable91 The Potomac Stage set was incredible that year too.

[@shreddykrueger3776]

Sutton rarely makes a mistake. He's like a machine.

[@jakkstra]

Amazing seeing all the love for this... got lucky and caught a pretty magical moment here. I still get the chills every time I watch this!

[@daveevans1410]

Best acoustic jam i ever seen .

[@sandyamos2631]

That kind of talent isn't born everyday! I am so glad that I found your music. You bring me joy. Thanks for sharing your talent. I love your dad!

[@shreddykrueger3776]

His real dad or stepfather? I thought his real father wasn't a musician but his stepfather is a well known flatpicker

[@sandyamos2631]

@@shreddykrueger3776 His step dad but, he calls him dad.

[@shreddykrueger3776]

@@sandyamos2631 which makes it even more amazing he wasn't born with inherit talent. He developed it. To me that is far more impressive. Look at Wolf Van Halen. Born with it all can't play worth a dime. Needs the name to get anywhere. Billy is raw.

[@andr00NZ]

This is the ideal picker combination. Brian Sutton and Billy Strings. Two players of enormous talent playing side by side. I have been waiting to see this pairing!

[@mikevoss3732]

Simply amazing! And I’m a die hard death metal musician. Stage presence, undeniable talent, and passion. Flawless performance every time I watch these guys. And Billy in my opinion is the Stevie Ray Vaughn, Darrell Abbot, Chuck Berry....of bluegrass! I’m sure it’s an October 3rd thing. Favorite song by Billy is Taking Water. Stay humble turbo flat picker!

[@terrymiller6840]

said his metal band taught him how to perform

[@stevecollins5290]

I would agree

[@calebvinson8703]

I don’t know how many times I’ve watched this. Around 30 probably.

[@joshuatate5671]

Those are rookie numbers

[@calebvinson8703]

@@joshuatate5671 I’m back.

[@2ndjoshua268]

That's the kind of energy I'm looking for in a live performance. Congratulations on the recognition Billy Strings.

[@1dissan]

Holy smokes! Best pickin I’ve ever seen. Singing is damn good too! Billy playing the classics and doing them more than justice!

[@randyscott9034]

Awesome a young guy carrying on the tradition and what a amazing picker

[@paulburke3917]

First heard the Outlaws do this number on one of their righteous southern rock albums - then Tony Rice did a version and now this wow ...... love these two cats playing together - sweet! That break around the 7 minute mark is just ridiculous!

[@wishbone20t]

Freaking Incredible! Never heard bluegrass? Now you're an instant fan!

[@roygarrett1663]

To me, he is the guitar version of Chris Thile with his on stage persona. I love it.

[@coryCuc]

Ha, I never thought of that. But you're absolutely right! lol

[@Clemmy54]

Billy puts the FUN back into music - this kind of music!

[@terrybeaud9348]

I just started hearing this Billy Strings fella just recently ... Where did this guy come out from !! Incredible talent. Like Earl Scruggs, Flats and Chet Atkins all rolled into one !! Love this guy !!! Real genuine talent !!

[@Mandolin1944]

It is so lucky that someone captured this amazing number on video. As of 10/28/2018 there were 32 losers who gave a thumbs down to this video -- versus 893 who were intelligent enough to give thumbs up! Great video.

[@als1023]

I have deep sympathy for those guitar strings, while tending to great joy in my heart !! Thanks for posting, unbelievable.

[@barrycohen311]

Ernie lost his Balls.

[@mitchellreynolds3264]

Billy was artist at large at Grey Fox 2019. I was a volunteer with backstage pass. I got to see UP CLOSE that Billy is a music geek, totally tripping on Del McCoury and the Earls of Leicester, just like everybody else. He played with dang near every act on the bill, not showing off, but adding to each group. Props. I hope he I'm listening 20 years from now.

[@chrisstierli6889]

Well put Bob..... absolutely one of the best live performance's I've ever seen. These guys are at the top of their game. Some of the the cleanest guitar playing well beyond the speed limit.....

[@MrMusicguyma]

Billy is very talented, singing and picking and having fun. More notes from Bryan and Billy than any guitar duet I have ever heard :)

[@brothershortband2878]

Great version! Super talent right there. Tony Rice signed my workhorse 12 string. I think I'm after a new signature seeing this... What a future!

[@normamartin8755]

After listening to this song for years, the meaning of the line, " I always loved the girl next door, but any place is home" hit me. LOL. This is my absolute most favorite performance by him!!! HOT!!!!😍😍😍😍

[@sharonbarratt8743]

This is one of my favorite performances! Billy kills it and those vocals are just as strong as his fascinating pickin!!!

[@MrBeepbeep11]

Brilliance at its best.

[@jerrystrother6037]

I was along the fence near the vip side. Sweet footage brother. Thank you!

[@ajdneuro]

This video never gets old

[@eazyridin7283]

Damn he’s amazing!!!

[@Glenna-so1pj]

Loved him since he was a kid. He has always had so much talent. Love the dual w/dale mcordy❤

[@drothberg3]

I think this is the first time I've ever seen a guitarist play with Bryan Sutton and not look shabby in comparison.

[@KennethWilliamElkington]

:Not look shabby"? How 'bout more than hold his own? Billy is a monster picker... period.

[@margish48]

Sutton doesn't look too shabby playing alongside Billy Strings. Speaking as a 70 year-old, we may as well face it, Strings is in the process of carving out a universe of his own.

[@Mooseman327]

I do believe that that vintage 1948 Martin D-28 that Sutton is playing there is now being played by Billy Strings. That's the level of respect between a former Bluegrass Guitar Player of the Year and a future one. In fact, Billy is nominated for that award this year and may win it.

[@Pinhead101]

WOW Amazing. Thank you so much for filming this.

[@joakimandersson4985]

true artistry right there! so much passion & soul!

[@larryrhindress2972]

How could music get any better?? My frigging heart is pounding!

[@bradh.689]

Well, my day is immediately better after watching that!! Two phenomenal flat-pickers in action!!

[@babswright2664]

This is so awesome I wish I could like it a hundred times.

[@retiredyeti5555]

Barring a side trip down into alcoholism or drug addiction, Billy has nowhere to go but up!

[@babswright2664]

I hope he avoids that side road. He seems like an amazing and well brought up lad.

[@shreddykrueger3776]

He sure loves his weed. Has a new pipe almost every week on IG

[@kevc-69-]

That is the jam i want on my scones forever.

[@afrisby5297]

You all make instruments sing with such beauty. Fine job fellas.

[@sabeesunwar7558]

Superb performance.... You got the energy...... That's crazy.... Incredible

[@jipes]

What a fabulous performance and great guitar battle Talents !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@child_of_gaia5938]

The 2 masters on one stage what a show.

[@Jkaterchannel]

This guy is hillarious and hugely talented. A joy to watch.

[@econtrolable]

I would love to meet his mother and father. Just want to see what produced such a talented soul. My hats off to his parents.

[@redddbaron]

his dad is a great picker too and you can find them jamming on a youtube vid

[@genuineimpulse9134]

That's the great thing about KZbin. You can find this or another Billy Strings song and then go back and see him as a kid with his dad on the couch. Lots of interviews and Billy is always well spoken and nice, there's videos of him breaking down his rig and telling stories of playing at age six. And I enjoyed this kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJezn2SrbaaqgJI Baltimore Guitar teacher react and teach Billy Strings. It helped me to truly appreciate the technique and layers to his magic.

[@illuminachristos]

you may be shocked... it was a far, far cry from a field of flowers. If you go to his channel you may read some background story. It began in a trailer park of darkness, mischief and mayhem his entire childhood, except his step dad taught him bluegrass and that was his saving grace. But all the hardship shaped him and gave him a lot of unique insights to create songs with and clearly, he has a powerful Will (which is his name ~ WillIAm)🙏

[@Bnnycali]

So incredible.. some of the best live guitar playing you’ll ever see.. wow. 👏👏👏

[@leattaleake8756]

Man, love those long held notes that Billie does. You can tell he just loves what he does. He is the music!

[@smhmusics4510]

5:30 Billy runs out of notes for the lick and the bass player jumps in to finish the rest of the lick's melody for him. Crazy

[@Lubo060662]

Bravo for the marvellous freeborn-man show!

[@calebcar]

I grew up on pop music on Long Island in the 60's. A wasted life. I'll try catching up a little in my remaining years.

[@randyscott9034]

Allan Levy that’s what you get for growing up in the city lol but I myself did the same thing I didn’t start investigating other music genres until I heard Gerry Garcia’s album Old and In the way after that I figured if the Grateful Dead dig bluegrass it might be worth taking a look at

[@nabhnabhmonarch6805]

@@randyscott9034 lol Long island is not the City, I grew up on Long Island too. Its a suburb of the city. It's 20-80 miles from the city depending on where you live.

[@nick19823]

I love this kid. Seeing him on the 29th in Portland, ME. I can’t wait.

[@leapfour4046]

Awesome charisma and playing. Refreshing.

[@psychicgregorytheloveguru7123]

Billy is the best guitarist on the planet. How he got that good at his age really makes you wonder.

[@mjq21xb]

this thing called practice...

[@pv3Hpv3p]

@@mjq21xb we could all practice all day long for years... some people are just made for certain things, this kid's a perfect example.

[@Jay-lr3me]

His dad was a musician and got him playing from age 3. But he must of played for hours and hours every single day, to get this good. Impressive

[@michaelnorkus6654]

@@pv3Hpv3p laws of brainjo

[@scottdavenport1730]

Wow! I absolutely love the energy.

[@Profitocracy-]

Insane level ! Thanks 🙏

[@t-bone_b]

Alright... totally gave me chills !

[@DrcJr77]

so much greatness. Mind and Ears explode.

[@davec7759]

Imagine how good Billy's going to be when he grows up!!

[@otisspunkinmyer3796]

That’s a mighty fine pickin and a singin ’ !!

[@ambassadorportal]

6:10 - heavy metal Billy. I went to college (in the 70s) with guys who had that same look in their eyes that Billy F. gets when he's taking his breaks on the banjo. Like, 'We gonna do this or not, dude?'

[@lawrencehaw8780]

Wonderful to listen and see the torch being carried strongly by an excellent upcoming team of musicians!

[@Bottiglianelleonde]

What awesome musicians!!!

[@codybaker154]

That flat picking at the beginning is way too damn good. Billy is the man!

[@884UK]

I must have been standing right next to you when you filmed this!! Excellent!

[@oolbenite]

Fairgrounds?

[@lewisjakecrompton4459]

What a performance by all, this is absolutely legendary, "mighty fine" were the last words I heard. It doesn't justify it, but what words could?

[@Voirreydirector]

Consummate musicianship boys, and the joy and bravado just make the show.

[@patriciajrs46]

This grass is definitely blue. Nicely done Billy.

[@markmcmullan3351]

I don't dig country much but I dig this . This guy is a guitar playin he'd cuttin machine the likes I have only seen since the Dark lord Steve vai or EVH . I hope this Kidd gets all he deserves .

[@thomasstevens9551]

Blow my mind!

[@debbiecorina5389]

Goddamn! they are amazing young artists... wow

[@curtbayer8144]

we just heard Billy play tonight ( Ithaca) and what a great time that was! This video is superb-excellent sound.

[@curtbayer8144]

Curt- You nailed it my friend. I was at that show and all I have is the highest praise for the musicianship. Billy is on his way to super star status ( which is a shame since seeing him in small venues is so special.

[@sickb2200]

I see the Government Mule flight cases on stage. Warren Haynes is like, "Dammit! Where do they find these guys?"

[@froter1]

sickb2200 exactly

[@melissalake1062]

My new FAVORITE.... #billystrings

[@Grant_Ferstat]

Good grief! So much to love here.

[@SuperMIKEFREE]

Thought I'd come back for more, ya know .

[@MrZiggy-pm9rz]

Doc is gone but now we have Billy! He and Bryan Sutton are the cleanest, most efficient flatpickers since Doc. Maybe even add Josh Thompson to that list. Fantastic.

[@jysmtl]

Well, add Tony Rice, but Billy is the future, indeed.

[@daveblevins3322]

Wow!! Thanks y'all. Two thumbs up !

[@roygarrett1663]

Billy has the stage presence of Thile. He's breaking ground much like NGR did back in the early 70's. Love his traditional and new styles. He has a future for sure.

[@sunshineharris2623]

Beautiful

[@janicemiddleton4491]

I would love to see him in person on stage. I didn't know about him until here lately. He ius a great entertainer.

[@an5925]

GO! They're live show will melt your face!

[@joehernandez5600]

Dang! These guys can play.

[@joebartletti9012]

Hotter than a Midwest Prairie Fire!

[@cicibradley2809]

"Hotter than socks on a Jersey Giant." Wait...Tyler Childers has that one wrapped up with a purdy bow on it. So photo finish!

[@mikevoss3732]

Hotter than a pawn shop DVD player! Smoking

[@11calman]

Yep, Mr Fleet fingers,, great stuff from this young man,, send him over to us here in NZ

[@brianvoith4235]

That is just sick!!

[@TMoody]

This is amazing.