Black Velvet (feat. Carson McKee and Josh Turner)

Commemorating the King with this 1989 Alannah Myles tune.
So excited about this collaboration! Happy to have had the chance to catch up with an old college friend, and super thankful The Other Favorites took time from their busy tour schedule to make some music with little ol' me.
Josh's KZbin channel: / @joshturnerguitar
Instagram: TaylorNeita, AmberTaylorMusic

[@prs1945]

I'm old enough to be your grandfather (74). I'm also a professional guitarist/singer who's played and sung rock for a living since I was 16 (was a studio guy in Chicago for many years). You kids blew me away! You are the real thing, without a doubt. Thank you.

[@NicolasGirls]

Great grandfather you mean?

[@prs1945]

Not quite. But close.

[@prs1945]

No need to be an asshole. I was being complimentary to these musicians. Why do you feel the need to insult me?

[@Elze77]

Great compliment Gran'pa. I have to agree, these guys are awesome musicians.

[@WeyounSix]

@@prs1945 Don't let the trolls bother you, Marv. Your wholesome comment was pleasant.

[@patmccrotch5373]

There aren't too many feelings better than nailing a song this perfectly, only thing better is nailing it in front of an audience that is loving it.

[@TaylorNeita]

I am regretfully terrible at responding to comments, but please know that I have read through them all and I am so grateful for your support and kindness! I am planning on sharing a lot more with you all soon :) Thank you all so so so much from the bottom of my heart!!

[@savagepropressurewashing1289]

You need to give us more!! 😍😍😍 you can go places lady😊😊😊

[@dannybuur6212]

Hey Talyor. Love your voice. Please dont rush, and make quality covers like these!! 😉 goodluck!!

[@spacenut58]

Love your voice Taylor! Can't stop listening to this one.

[@robbiebeck22]

You have a bright future young lady. Don't outgrow your "raisin".

[@ronilieber]

Can you post more blues songs plz? 🙏🙏🙏

[@ManwithAx]

Takes a good guitarist to make a single electric guitar sound so full and complete and a Telecaster at that. They really are more versatile than we give them credit for - Telecasters - Josh is superb. As another 60 something guitarist singer I'm also blown away by these young musicians performing without multiple effects and overproduction. It's refreshing.

[@petemusgrove7422]

I totally agree, talent galore! I don't play guitar, but if I did, it would be a Tele :-)

[@jamesryan5436]

The tele is simple you can either play it or you can't . I have owned several of them of all values including custom shop they to me are the finest guitar out there . These guys have lots of talent too . There life in the fast lane cover is right on .

[@MrStephenmurphyuk]

The Tele is the most versatile guitar, does everything from spikey punk to mellow jazz. It’s just a perfect instrument, so simple but so effective.

[@jamesmilton8765]

Lou Davidson, Yes, not easy to make a single guitar sound that good, and great harmony's too.

[@jochem420]

I would love if next time they directly recorded the guitar instead of through a vocal mic, that would do so much more justice to his playing and the mix would be a lot fuller especially in the low ends :))

[@kendrazzyzwyck8142]

Man those harmonies are [chefs kiss]

[@PiensaLibre]

Back of the neck hairs: UP!

[@nickwojieck]

Thought the same thing

[@blake59]

THIUS SUCKEDD

[@blake59]

@@scootter1956 correct...

[@kevinmorrill5656]

@@scootter1956 No, actually they ARE harmonizing. Perhaps you're confusing harmonizing with splitting octaves.

[@OurEyesAreYetToOpen]

My favorite thing about Josh's covers is that he really "gets" what these songs are and what they ought to feel like.

[@deborahchapman222]

Absolutely, it’s one of his superpowers. I have listened to his various singers and they never sound as good as they did with Josh. This doesn’t include Carson and his brother Skyler. They get it. Josh really does understand the songs. I love his entire Channel. Fantastic songs, one and all. 😍

[@jaketrego8398]

That brother on the right is absolutely spot on with the harmony. Great tone all around.

[@adele1759]

Isn't he just? It's very impressive

[@unndunn1]

He’s great, his name is Carson McKee and he and Josh Turner Guitar (L) are a duo called The Other Favorites. They all have their own KZbin channels. I love it when they get together like this

[@caunesminervois]

Terrific harmonies!

[@viniwittke]

That brother's friggin Carson Mckee. Dude's got a legendary voice. =)

[@waynemartin7574]

That singer is special.her voice brought a tear. I hope she's performing regularly with it

[@annetvandermeulen2399]

Favourite thing ever in live recordings: People laughing/ smiling during either because they made a minor error or just really enjoying themselves.

[@DavidBlain4377]

God, that harmony during the chorus..WOW

[@Dube230]

Holy smokes, her voice!

[@blake59]

she's not that bad... 😂 she's pretty bad though... 😐

[@petemusgrove7422]

Her voice is about 20 years older than she is; and I mean that in the best way. Awesome.

[@joshywashy3453]

Blake *yawn..Can you try harder please?

[@jasonmartin4775]

@@blake59 Like a pizza cutter,

[@oofingberg]

@@blake59 its not that good

[@Rjhs001]

There are no words...well, bloody amazing springs to mind.

[@katedechant643]

Never gets old, even years later. That harmony…just. wow. Well done! ❤️

[@timtibbitts1017]

Taylor and Carson really nail this song, and beat all previous versions. But as always; Josh. When you can do what he does with “just” a Telecaster (the only electric a real player needs), or a no-cutaway Martin 000 (see other videos), you aren’t just a performer, or a session player. You are a true freakin’ master musician. Real artist. Please don’t stop. And btw, Sixteen Tons just proves it again. You guys belong in the Congressional Library of Eternity or whatever it is called.

[@tsommers3284]

Man she ROCKS this song! Its amazing that her speaking voice is so soft but when she sings she belts it!

[@I-Have-Fire]

I’ve watched this video a number of times but for some reason, this time - when the chorus kicked in - chills went up my spine…it’s dead on.

[@JamesCouch777]

I'm 68 and I've heard about everything and this is one of the best covers ever!

[@buckdesystem4562]

Alannah Miles grew up about three quarters of an hour drive from where I grew up. I used to see her in little dive bars. Thanks for bringing back some three decades old memories of the good old days.

[@ssy12335]

This is why I am addicted to YT. All the great music from "unknowns" I should just say, uncommercialized

[@TheVeek192]

This isn't an "unknown" song. Hello?

[@BrljoMrljo]

@@TheVeek192 I am decently sure that he(she?) did not mean't to comment song.

[@johno3326]

She meant people not song

[@stephenhicks826]

Gave me goose bumps guys - Wow! - 67 year old Aussie. Fantastic harmony. Never noticed the wrong chord - only the laughing!

[@joehealy1458]

My God that young lady has a wonderful voice 💕🤩

[@rachelannbovier2968]

Dude can play his ass off!!!!!!.......Lead singer got soul!!!!....Harmony is impeccable!!!!!

[@thomasglasrud9621]

Josh, Taylor, and Carson caught lightning in a bottle with this rendition of Black Velvet. I've been around a long time and that piece gave me shivers and brought tears simultaneously. Great job guys.

[@larryfoster423]

@Taylor Neita PLEASE do not let anyone tell you that your voice needs any type of rework in any recording you do That was PURE

[@valleygirl5832]

Pretty voice..Perfect Harmony..To your knees indeed

[@cindydevine118]

Wow! Her voice is incredible. Great job guys!

[@jeffmckie7300]

So good to hear real music these days. These three are terrific. Thanks so much.

[@SusanRandt]

Great job!!

[@moonie6083]

The lyrics: Mississippi in the middle of a dry spell Jimmy Rogers on the Victrola up high Mama's dancin' with baby on her shoulder The sun is settin' like molasses in the sky The boy could sing, knew how to move, everything Always wanting more, he'd leave you longing for Black velvet and that little boy's smile Black velvet with that slow southern style A new religion that'll bring ya to your knees Black velvet if you please Up in Memphis the music's like a heatwave White lightning, bound to drive you wild Mama's baby's in the heart of every school girl "Love me tender" leaves 'em cryin' in the aisle The way he moved, it was a sin, so sweet and true Always wanting more, he'd leave you longing for Black velvet and that little boy's smile Black velvet with that slow southern style A new religion that'll bring ya to your knees Black velvet if you please Every word of every song that he sang was for you In a flash he was gone, it happened so soon, what could You do? Black velvet and that little boy's smile Black velvet with that slow southern style A new religion that'll bring ya to your knees Black velvet if you please Black velvet and that little boy's smile Black velvet with that slow southern style A new religion that'll bring ya to your knees Black velvet if you please If you please, if you please, if you please

[@mariacarmen3667]

Gracias

[@80sMeavyHetal]

What a take, legendary.

[@dpacc88]

Man that "smile" from 3:06 gives me shivers!!

[@quirkycharac2591]

What can you say, this kid Josh and his friends are always well worth a watch, KZbin thank you.

[@jahiko1655]

3:30 Taylor´s look and that lip bite at the end. I am weak on my knees right now

[@davidlang1125]

OMG! The harmonies! Mind blowing!

[@rickbullock4331]

That young lady has a fantastic voice. Josh and Carson are always good to listen to. Well done by all.👍👍

[@themapplesperiod]

I just keep coming back to this cover, it really is all that. The vocals had the perfect balance of raw emotion and flourishes. Also, just chiming in with another 'this needs to be on spotify' comment.

[@quinnking1002]

Been following Josh and Carson for about as long as they've been around. Originally for the folk and bluegrass covers, and eventually because as a musician they sure keep me humble. Have to say, this trio is, of all the collaborations, absolutely amazing. I would be so happy with an album of you three with rhythm accompaniment. Just fantastic work.

[@454easy]

Everytime I watch you young cats twist out a tune that I'm familiar with or know y'all just blow me away !! This was no exception, WOW I'm fixin' ta be 63 and y'all may just be my new favorite rockers, cause Lord knows I damn sure can't wrap my head around none of the so called rockers today, actually there aint no rockers today. Keep up the great sound kids, Peace Out and Fish On

[@PELVIS361]

Oh man Oh man!!! I'm 38 and i just cried ! You folks just shattered my bones and evaporated my blood! I felt totally absorbed with your voices and music !!! I hope you all make it in the ways you never dreamed of !

[@padanable]

Hey! I Write to you from Italy. In these time of quarantine, to see and discover that still exist thinghs like this, reminds me that good times will never ends. Thank you. You're very great musicians; YOU ARE FANTASTIC.Really. Riccardo.

[@rjb7569]

Wow! Terrific. Excellent harmony with all three voices so well-balanced. Like an old bluegrass group huddled around one mic.. Older player here... Keep at it, this is very good stuff. Now I'll have to subscribe. Love good music. And this...is good.

[@marklevesconte4336]

Keep coming back to this, it’s something else

[@0Matt0]

Carson au top ! Josh comme d'habitude, bien présent où il faut. Taylor...wahou !!!

[@TheSquoal]

very very very very good ! Bravo.....

[@g.williamwhaaargargle9710]

I got kids older than you guys and am a musician.....I'm very proud of you kids. Great job. Girl, you got some soul in those vocals. Keeping a full sound using a Telecaster takes some skill....you nailed it, kid.

[@Anouklaloyaux-re8zn]

Vraiment bien senti, chouette interprétation !👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@suzy9474-o2j]

This is excellent. Taylor Neita you’ve got a great voice.

[@riflebear1711]

That female sounds heavenly. She crushed this song.

[@iejneejeje5980]

Holy smokes, her voice! Man those harmonies are [chefs kiss]

[@numbo655]

... Really? You've literally just combined two top comments

[@frankstammkotter8112]

amaizing. love it!

[@RobertTheNag]

11 out of 10 on the talent scale! Taylor knows how to switch on the afterburner!

[@curtisgrindahl446]

Boy what fun it would have been SIXTY years ago when I was this age... to have the capacity to record ourselves. Love it!

[@arnebuchner1297]

A pure sensation! Please never stop singing!

[@michaelscalese3536]

Amazes me that he does all the tunes that I like. And does them better than I could ever imagine. Period... Pure God given Talent.

[@alikaleslie7460]

I can't get over her voice👍👍👍

[@andyharth]

IT started quite as a common cover .....but........ thouse voices ... oh my goodness..... You are amazing

[@johnbeaker8721]

2:53, Carson's harmony is so damn good.

[@dansilecchia7355]

I love the fact that these "kids" are digging the awesomeness of the classic songs! Hats off to them! Rock on!

[@bluedot8439]

There's a reason why this cover has nearly 1.4m views. Josh & Carson are great as usual, but it's that voice brings me back time and again. Well done!

[@mattgoulty7907]

Those harmonies are honey, the tone coming out of that Tele is pure filth, and the arrangement is better than the original. This is very, very good. Love it.

[@hairdresserbecca8271]

I come back and watch this all the time. Wish you guys did more songs together y'all sound incredible

[@vatraxan8rops]

2024 and it still rocks!!!

[@emlyngriffith5846]

Interesting to see comments on here from "older" guys.....me too....I'm 68 and (being a Beatles generation) had given up on hearing quality music again....but everything that Josh and his friends produce has given me renewed hope that live music can be great again....and in so many genres.

[@sreve1199]

Was already my favorite song... now it has transcended even further.

[@Shaun.Stephens]

Awesome, well done folks. Love the Telecaster too.

[@walterbriggs272]

I know this is an old one but I love this song! Great cover, y’all never stop amazing me !

[@nicolaibomholt3130]

That guy on the right is a real unsung hero in my opinion.

[@lizzyw4157]

Who is he?

[@luuk341]

@@lizzyw4157 Carson McKee

[@georgebrown7906]

Until now I didn't realize what the song was really about... I am truly blown away by these youngn's...

[@westmus]

That sharp aggressive tele sound are a perfect contrast to the vocals. It adds some edge to the performance and helps it to stand out. 👍

[@iaincampbellking7760]

Brilliant!

[@chloemarietoft]

My sister and I have “black velvet if you please” tattooed on our feet, it’s our Nans favourite song. Thanks for doing it justice 💗

[@rjcote45]

I give up. I can't comprehend hoiw JTG can be so good over so many different genres and styles and always connect with the perfect people/musicians for each song over and over again? He has this effortless talent for channeling the artist he is covering. Doesn't he know that he's impossible??? His covers are more marks of reverance than covers!

[@AwkwardlySilenced]

This is my favorite version of this song!

[@achilleskocaeli]

The voice of that girl is amazing. Much much much better than many of the fake singers imposed by media.. I can listen that whole day.. Thanks for sharing guys.

[@ziblot1235]

Wow dont lose each other. Great harmony. I used to play in bands. We tried to get a motown sound. Not easy for 5 white guys from Va. we never had anything like that. Iguess we needed a lady..for those high parts. You guys just knocked me down this morning. Good choice of songs. Have you ever considered..some old Patsy cline or some of the country rock stuff. Some of it is so old you could make it your own.

[@johnyyaussi1339]

Loved this song back then, love it now.

[@loenakapoena8518]

Shivers all over the place. Those guys are good, but girl... you are from an other planet! And beautifull on top of that... More please?

[@stevenvitolianos8784]

Simply....BEAUTIFUL!

[@wmfthehorseman]

Good music never dies when performed by talented people! Excellent work!

[@johns.4331]

Taylor Nieta... I'd take a slice of that. Black Velvet if I please.

[@richardlobo6121]

This is the best cover of this song ever!

[@HansBeeksma-c2y]

Great, great. Love it!

[@trudywatford3909]

A favorite song and you guys nailed it!

[@wendyparry437]

This girl vocalist has talent . Go girl! . A great version of BV . A joy to listen to this trio.

[@tubecoatue]

Oh my God .. sing it Girl ! So good. I love your soul.

[@daledekiewit3988]

I love the way Josh plays the guitar. In it heart and soul

[@CheeseChuckie]

I've watched this every night for the last week.... dam it's just so good....

[@bithynian3700]

This is GOLD!!!!!!!!! thank you KZbin

[@GhostontheMoor]

Oh wow... The hairs rose on my arms when that chorus came in... Terrific performance from the three of you. Thank you, Taylor!

[@bhaganism]

I’m addicted to Taylor’s voice. What a vocalist great job. Also she is adorable. Excellent work by Josh and Carson as well. I hope to hear more of Taylor soon!

[@dannyt2885]

I was 24 in 1989. This brought back some sweet memories, excellent job.

[@InnerPeaceSounds]

Awesome, just awesome!

[@lthoedt]

Wow i have been listening to this on repeat for the past couple of days, what an awesome cover! Amazing voices, lovely playing, truly an amazing cover! Please make more because this trio rocks!

[@iseektruth7435]

You guys nailed that!! What a beautiful singer and great harmonies by the gentlemen!!

[@pavelkratochvila6157]

Wow, great guitar. I love pleasant and clear voice of the girl too. Well done guys, thanks!

[@danamcdonald1400]

Man it is refreshing to see all this talent and going worldwide. You kids are great with sound and style If you go big time..please don't change!!!.

[@billmccabe6188]

This is still one of my favorite. I just k Ike Taylor's voice and huge talent. She's gooodddd

[@Sabastianspreadworth]

Carson McKee what a fabulous Voice.

[@BuddyBudsen]

3:15 - Best Moment, when they just laugh away that mistake. Love this!!!

[@shad0wth3fall3n]

I've been listening to this song since I was 4 when it came out and my mother fell in love with it. Without a doubt, this is one of the most beautiful versions I've heard. Well done.