British guitarist analyses Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings live in 2015!

[@KyleS.1987]

Dave Rawlings is quietly one of the greatest lead guitarists on earth.

[@jimallen8]

Agreed . . 100%

[@pauljenkins2501]

He just makes it look so damn easy........

[@chipsterb4946]

I don’t know enough to technically analyze his chord/note choices. However, I do know that his style is unique and mesmerizing. He often seems to be wandering off somewhere else but effortlessly gets right back into the melody.

[@ronnisullivan9794]

Amen

[@joymcguire]

They are amazing! If you see them live, Gillian will occasionally play dave's guitar; she proves it's Dave's talent and not his cheap old guitar!

[@vdavis4785]

I was lucky to see Gillian & Dave in Chico, CA (USA). For their final encore, they stepped away from the microphones, came down off the stage, and sang an a capella version of "Long Black Veil." Complete silence from the 1200 people in the audience. One of the best concert moments ever.

[@KatieSandberg]

Saw them in Pioneertown, CA, for the Harrow & Harvest tour, same, one of the best concerts ever. Acoustic, under the stars, at Pappy & Harriet's. Amazing. And their final song was White Rabbit from Jefferson Airplane, full psychedelic light show, just jaw-dropping! My husband became a fan too after that one.

[@kenhorneland7060]

Great song!

[@davidpeters3857]

Wow ❤

[@Hopscotch_24]

You’re so lucky! I would love to see them in a venue that size. You know what’s good. 👍

[@sbrons1]

Finally got to see them live this month at The Lyric Opera House in Baltimore. Extraordinary show. Final encore they sang “The White Rabbit,” by Jefferson Airplane because they were so impressed with the acoustics that they wanted to have some fun ❤

[@davidrayward7533]

Crying here. Beautiful

[@luckyrocks1]

67 years old but just recently turned on to this duo! When you can make the audience tear up, you know you've written and performed a great song!

[@barn_ninny]

The first time I played this album for a friend of mine who's a professional singer, he said, "Ooo, I like the way that vocal's double tracked." I chuckled and said, "No, that's two different people. And they usually record live, standing around a single mic." He couldn't believe it. Harrow and Harvest is one of the most astonishing albums I've ever heard.

[@TheDivayenta]

She’s a songwriting genius IMO.

[@barn_ninny]

@@TheDivayenta No doubt about it.

[@JohnDaly-x4i]

Flat-wounds!

[@mfourcade75]

Thanks for your analysis of this performance. I first heard them on the tribute album to Gram Parsons "Return of the Grievous Angel" where they covered Hickory Wind. The austerity of their interpretation prevented me to perceive how wonderful they were. Later I bought Time the Revelator and fell under their spell, definitely. Nothing compares to the symbiosis of their voices for sure, but there must be something beyond technique. Maybe it is the feeling of hearing something so unique and so beautiful which might never happen again that makes my throat feel like it's shrinking and watery my eyes.

[@zoocare2]

Dave’s playing just fascinates me. And I love the story of the guitar restoration.

[@keithfreeland7638]

Love these two been listening to them for year's.

[@lightaces]

I mean, by the time they made this they had spent the majority of 20+ years not just making music together, but basically spending most of their time together! They are really so much more than the sum of their parts.

[@Jamesdylandean]

Gillian and Dave are a recent discovery of mine. They just popped up on You Tube for me and I was amazed. Their harmonies are terrific. But, the thing that attracted me was Dave's Guitar skills. In my humble opinion, he is one of the greatest original stylists of all time, right up there with Chet, Jerry, Merle and Roy Clark. His Power Acoustic playing is so very different than I have ever seen elsewhere. And Gillian's song writing skills are special too. Miracle to me that they haven't attained a lot more attentions than they have with their haunting mountain music playing sounds.

[@GillianHWelch]

Great to see you as always ❤️. Thanks for your loyalty. Hope to keep meeting up for years to come. Do you want to talk to me? Text me on my private line [phone] Or Email: [e-mail] Xoxox 💗❤️💕GW

[@Jamesdylandean]

@@GillianHWelch Gillian, I am so honored that you even notice me. I am just a tyro guitar picker at the age of 76 and a lover of your type of music with Dave.

[@hemihead392]

Yes, they are awesome. David is one of my favorite guitarists and and she is just spot on perfect. Seen them live a couple times and they are so organic and honest and beautiful. No auto tuning required. 👍👍👍

[@andycarlton5625]

Dave Rawlings is the best harmony singer l ever heard.

[@JeansWebbTv]

Some info: I came here searching for a Gillian Welch song (I'm an old fan), and had never seen this performance before. But I can tell that it's from the Swedish tv-show "Jills veranda" (Jill's porch). Jill Johansson is the dark haired woman at 1:59. She is a Swedish country singer and the presenter of the show, where she invites other artists to the US to listen to country/americana. The blonde woman sitting next to her is Veronica Maggio, one of Swedens biggest (and best imo) pop singers. I haven't seen this episode, but I'm guessing Maggio might be a fan of Gillian & Dave.

[@mjt11860]

i don't care that she's aged, i'm still in love with her. beautiful lady. they make a beautiful couple.

[@spottheturtle9568]

I absolutely love this tune. It's haunting and beautiful. I love everything about these two. If anyone out there hasn't looked into more of their work, just stop what your doing and git on it. You won't be disappointed.

[@zeppelinmexicano]

Thanks for covering this work. These two are GREAT.

[@amiparkerson337]

Ahhhh…so beautiful! A personal fave. ❤️ Great analysis. :)

[@catloverkitten10]

These two are so wonderful. Thank you for analyzing this beautiful song.

[@Freakster1970]

These two are a big part of the Americana or Alt Country sound that really took off in the mid 1990s . I think it's a wonderful return to roots music that's still going strong in 2020

[@habathabye]

Freakster1970 I would like to see a review of Wilco

[@briansd2772]

Wasn't familiar with these great singers before today. Humans are so capable of beautiful & positive things when they want. Need more of this.

[@stevenboyd593]

Their performance of 2004 by the BBC has some great material, Dave's solo in revelator is an awesome piece of playing, but as you stated their synchronicity is the underlying foundation that makes the performance an absolute joy

[@itslizmcmahon]

The look on the blonde's face expresses how I feel hearing this. Astounding artistry. And another spot-on analysis from Fil.

[@kennethward4985]

Symbiosis. they are so amazing together, love how she's in his band and he is her band. Reminds of Gary Louris and Mark Olson perfect harmonies.

[@ninomanci3742]

Well you've done it again Phil. One of the great things about your channel is discovering artists you wouldn't normally come accross. Beautiful sound. Thank you..

[@jabbalechat7910]

Always got time for Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings, must get round to seeing them play live... 👍

[@booswalia]

They sound so perfect together. Great song.

[@briangrogan1622]

Great music, and outstanding critique!! Thank you.

[@colinflynn9777]

Glad someone spotted this. It’s a sublime performance by two of the greatest musicians alive today

[@seed_drill7135]

I love Gillian and Dave, and was fortunate enough to see them live. However, there is an intensity and sadness to so much of their output that I have to be in the right mood to listen to them.

[@freespiritwithnature4384]

Where have I been,I haven’t heard of either one.! This is exquisite. It’s haunting to me , and I feel it more than hear it . Like riding a wave , on the same board . Unbelievably beautiful. Thanks for sharing these incredible artist’s . WOW 😯.🤘.

[@Caperhere]

What a great song, beautifully matched voices; umm, this is the kind of music I love. Thank you for the introduction to these two, Fil.😊

[@tnmoppylaura5476]

What an absolutely beautiful blend of voices and music. This is wonderful!!!

[@jamesgordonakacrazylegs8222]

Cool as a popsicle from the beginning to the end and a tasty one at that!

[@charlesstone4523]

Fil, I love you're show man. You're incredibly perceptive analysis, and generosity of spirit.

[@holyvacant1427]

For those that down know, this was from a Swedish television show where they bring Swedish people to America to show them Americana and folk music because they have a thriving folk “Americana” scene in Sweden

[@itslizmcmahon]

That's interesting.

[@TheAcworthdude]

check out the Movie "Broken Circle Breakdown" It is about a Bluegrass band.It is heartbreaking

[@TheAcworthdude]

The Actores play and sing the songs kzbin.info/www/bejne/ap6zfJabrcyknqM

[@elvisandmick]

@@TheAcworthdude great movie! a heartbreaker...

[@chava5074]

Amazing. Thanks for sharing that Matt.

[@virginia3619]

This is beautiful. The song is so pure of sound, but your detailed analysis teases out so many elements, that we see how complex it really is. Thank you! I also just saw for the first time the analysis you did of Billy Strings, a new artist for me. What fantastic music! Your analysis covers so much in terms of the conversation his music has with earlier influences and how innovative it is. Thanks for introducing us to it!

[@joebersik9846]

Thanks for introducing me to these great artists!!!

[@bearbryant3495]

Thanks for this, long time fan here. This is one of their less dark songs. Now we need one on Emmylou Harris.

[@spacemissing]

A special and wonderful performance, unlike any other I've heard.

[@stevencurtis924]

Just plain awesome!

[@MicDanDan]

Fil, I learn so much from you. I know what sounds good, but you help me understand, at a deep level, why something sounds good. Thank you.

[@GillianHWelch]

Great to see you as always ❤️. Thanks for your loyalty. Hope to keep meeting up for years to come. Do you want to talk to me? Text me on my private line [phone] Or Email: [e-mail] Xoxox 💗❤️💕GW

[@bigcod14]

You should teach people to be humble. The more I watch you the more I realize this brother . Thanks for all you do. Hope this makes sense sir .

[@arlenesheffield1136]

Right on.

[@RickGtr271]

Do you ever sleep? You're a machine making these videos! Great stuff! Really enjoy your videos and your enthusiasm to analyze the music.

[@christopherlewis1948]

Not only are Gillian and Dave two of my favorite artists, this song/performance is amazing. Thanks for doing this one Fil!

[@sharonmuzik]

28 years together they have learned to really connect. Did you see how she watched him singing?

[@sayrerowan734]

Better than anything on country radio today.

[@mozart9991]

It's Gillian, like a fish's gills, not like Jillian. Cheers. I saw them live and David's playing made me weep. Love all their albums.

[@charleshash4919]

Yes, she prounces her name Gill-ian, same "Gi" sound as in Gilligan, which is not the way it is pronouced normally in the UK.

[@cindihansen8111]

Their voice blending reminded me of the Crosby, Still & Nash!

[@honkenbonker]

The vocals are so tight it took me a while of listening to Gillian's music to realize that Dave was even there. They sign as one voice that is so incredibly rich and deep.

[@rcsproject627]

Nice tune and beautiful harmonizing. So much depth and so much soul in this song a great tune to keep you captivated. Oh man I love the little fill ins excellent. A great analysis Fil and thank you for sharing.

[@ArgentAbendAzure]

Thanks so much for covering them Fil! I think I'm one of the many who recommended them.Classic country isn't dead. At least I sure hope not :)

[@gregmardon6973]

Thanks Fil for such a detailed breakdown, I know of them but this is the first time I've heard any of their music, they complete each other.

[@RandyHall324]

So happy to hear your thoughts on this video. Discovered it a while back, and can't tell you how many times I've watched it, and played along with it. There's something stunning about a performance so stripped down and yet so elegant when two musicians are just locked into each other's playing and singing. Still gives me goosebumps!

[@marilynsheffield612]

This analysis is so impressive Fil. You my dear are the real deal and a breath of fresh air! 😍😘🤗

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@twikid4134]

Another good one, Fil. Absolutely love your critique/analysis on videos. You explain the techniques, not criticizing. That is the difference between you and so many other. Rock! PS, you have very nice/kind eyes.

[@pauldavies6037]

Fil is mesmerized so am I what a beautiful duet song

[@shellydoyle1378]

Happy and surprised to see you doing these guys! I've been lucky enough to see them several times. They are so tight. Their shows are amazing!. As I'm sure you know by now, her name is pronounced with a hard "g".

[@mydailybread7]

A warm, soulful breeze. Intimate. Thanks for the introduction, much appreciated. ❤️ 🌟 I watched this with you the first time holding my breath to not make a sound as I listened, moved beyond words. They seem to play with one heart and one soul. I watched this over and over again. And cried seeing the vulnerability and talent of these two musicians. I was blown away by your analysis. You said they played on such a deep level (technically), but you also recognized the deep connection between them. No one could have done this any better than you did. ❤️🌟

[@pamnichols7877]

This is absolutely beautiful! Reminds me of Crosby and Nash I’ve... The Lee Shore..... gosh I’m in love!!!!!! Thank you Fil! The world is a better place because of you!

[@larrymarkowitz8386]

Sometimes, I swear, there’s a third “voice” harmonizing with these two that is just magical.

[@lisaritchie6865]

Yep, it sounds like an Archangel has latched onto the song, the Harmony is so vibrant. I hope that Gillian and David come down under to Australia, Sydney post 2024, so that I can experience their Art and Magic live... ❤❤❤

[@ianshortall3356]

Wow... that is a mesmerising performance, I don't think many artists could get that tight and captive a performance if they had a month in a studio, and this was live in a café... I have loved Gillian and Dave for years, it is my type if music, but of course I am not as talented as ether of them, but I do what I do :). Thanks for the analysis Fil, you put in to words why this performance is so captivating.

[@branded72]

They’ve been playing together forever, so that’s probably the best means of achieving such seamless performance. On a side note, I place this in the “Folk” genre rather than country. Also, Dave isn’t just playing a pentatonic minor scale. It’s almost like jazz. He throws in notes that are not strictly in key, nor a part of any mode. Rather, where some guitarists - like me - will slide up or down to my target note, Dave dos not. He picks the notes leading to his target note and it gives his playing this tension/resolution quality that sets his playing apart from many of his peers. Back to their ability as a duet. If you play with someone for over 30 years, you’re going to feel like where a phrase will end, how it’s annunciated, how the phrase is phrased. These two are so obviously in tune with each other I’d be more impressed were they to make a mistake. I don’t mean to sound as though I’m trying to take anything away from what they’ve achieved whatsoever, rather, I’m marveling at what can happen when two people (or more) have the necessary chemistry, technique and love for what they’re doing. Incredible things happen under those conditions and here we have a shining example of it.

[@debishaw9355]

Beautiful song..love their harmony!

[@dalem8332]

Beautiful pairing! FANTASTIC vocals and acoustic work. Peaceful feel. Put me in mind of early CSN&Y somehow. Same vibe. Loved it! ♥️ Great spot on analysis once again Fil. Thanks!😎🎼🎶🎵🇨🇦

[@gainesp2003gainesp]

Just gorgeous. Gillian and Dave complement each other so beautifully.

[@GillianHWelch]

Great to see you as always ❤️. Thanks for your loyalty. Hope to keep meeting up for years to come. Do you want to talk to me? Text me on my private line [phone] Or Email: [e-mail] Xoxox 💗❤️💕GW

[@TheDivayenta]

Like two snakes slithering alongside each other in the grass. Perfection.

[@joelsimms4636]

Great analysis Fil as always. Gillian and Dave have been together for ever. They are one of my favorite Americana artist. Check out Buddy Miller,Wide river to cross or Shelter me! Buddy is a great acoustic guitar player. Great song writer also.

[@charlesbolton8471]

Buddy Miller is also a great electric guitarist with a really unique sound.

[@mariorabottini5687]

Wow Fil this is really special! They have an amazing musical connection! I was totally mesmerised! Unreal! Cheers Mario! 😀👌🤘

[@drewpall2598]

Great vocal harmony between the two! another excellent analysis! love these types of spur of the moment performances. another wish you where there performance!

[@ricks7469]

Their voices are so compatible, it sounds like one. Beautiful.

[@davidcantwell2489]

Hi Fil !!! .... Absolutely beautiful Harmony.

[@ericheine2414]

Gillian Welch gets a lot of respect. She's talented, she plays well, she writes well, she's a good singer, and performs tastefully. Gillian Welch is true artist. I hope that more people discover her and she gets the recognition she deserves. I always thought she'd be a good pairing with Robben Ford. I've watch them both. I think they would be good together.

[@sinnertrain7405]

Harvest and Harrow is a must have album from this duo. I'd love to see them live. Thanks for featuring them. I love how you love so many styles of music.

[@bigbow62]

Nice video ... I'm definitely listening to all kinds of new artists & music here and I like it ! Keep up the great work Fil 😎🎸 & Rock--On 😆🤘

[@gregorys.5215]

Very beautiful song, seems to have a haunting melody, love the harmonics by Dave! Thanks Fil.

[@nissi.k]

Great analysis Fil , very tight unison singing in with just a slight difference in timbre. Such musical intimacy.

[@gingeoram]

So glad you covered this video of Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings. Every song they do is impeccable. I see someone suggested Rodriogo y Gabriela. That's a great idea. Fantastic, exciting guitarists. I'd also like to see your analysis of any song by Kitty, Daisy & Lewis and one on Pokey LaFarge.

[@pamela1144]

This is so beautiful! I just love it! Thanks Fil for your detailed reaction! So informative and fun as always👍❤

[@stevenbrading1437]

Another Great selection Fil!

[@promerops]

It just doesn't get any better than this - sheer beauty. Also recommended is their version of Railroad Bill, where their voices alternate and join perfectly.

[@paulsmith380]

I have been a fan since the Revival album. I think this duo contributed greatly to the 'roots revival's in country music. When I was young we used to have a monthly BBQ and bluegrass jam. There were so many great players and singers whose music was never recorded, but it was part of the fabric of my life growing up. Thanks for the great video and analysis. Reminded me of home!🤙🙏

[@vortexpilot5096]

Another great analysis, Fil. Saw these folks a few years ago and was struck by how obviously intensely they listen to each other and to what they are doing, in the moment.

[@shadowsflame_4007]

Thanks Fil, between the pain meds they gave me in the hospital and this analysis you're putting me to sleep. I thank you! Very pretty song. ❤❤❤

[@barbaradownie3265]

😍😍😍😍😍 SOUNDS LIKE ONE VOICE! BEAUTIFUL RARE

[@KillboyMetalhead]

I live about 7 miles from Puckets in Leipers Fork(20 miles outside Nashville)..eaten there many times. Very pretty area. Gillian and Dave are great. Awesome to see you doing a review of them. Special talent.

[@wongnaichungrd]

Great analysis saw these guys in London in 2005. They're on another level.

[@michaelbanfield7987]

brilliant song, one of my favourites

[@mmccartney6579]

What a great performance, and what a great review, yet again, Fil!! Cheers, mate!! :)

[@dougieh9676]

Holy crap I absolutely love them. ❤️ My favorites are Annabelle and Caleb Meyer. You should annualize those songs. I love your taste in music bro. Keep up the great work. 🎵

[@redwoods7370]

Great Fil. Thank you !!

[@rayhug60]

Been listening to these artists since mid 90’s, was enthralled from day 1, so different. Watch one of their concert videos Fil to get a real perspective of their vocal and instrumental capabilities. Dave Rawlins Machine, his side project is like their duo with a bass and mandolin played by John Paul Jones ( Led Zep ) to a very high standard. Dave’s leadwork is at times just mesmerising. Thank you for this appreciation.

[@bobstewartfolk]

Also, if you research a bit you would discover they have played together since Uni. They are absolutely in sync , glued together old timey perfection. My favourite act. Great song writers. I think they are married, definitely in a relationship, certainly soul mates. I love it.

[@gilbertspader7974]

Layer on layer on layer of talent . Wow

[@danw1955]

Really like these two together. Gillian produced some great music over the years (besides her gig in 'Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?').😉 That guitar that David is playing is a 1930's Epiphone Olympic. I had one almost identical to it that I inherited from my Mom several years ago, and did some restoration work on it, reset the action, etc. Ended up selling it to a good friend that was really into folk music and Gillian and David's stuff in particular.😎 Great review Fil, thanks!😁

[@robertwood4681]

When Gillian and Dave play with a few other people they go out as The Dave Rawling Machine, there is a perfect rendition of Led Zeppelin's Going to California with a band that includes John Paul Jones on mandolin! Dig it out, it's near perfection.

[@harryhlamb2756]

An excellent fast guitar swap and wonderful playing. SRV Life Without you. 9/21/1985 Capitol Theatre. Passaic, NJ My favorite Stevie Ray Vaughan song

[@genbenjamin23]

This is a phenomenal performance. Certainly appreciate you providing this video and your analysis! I really wasn't familiar with their music at all, although their names seem familiar.. not sure why, but how they blend vocally and use guitars reminds me of early Crosby, Stills & Nash (maybe their first album..) or some composition they could have done or performed.. strange, but this is a truly expressive/engaging composition/performance! Excellent! Thank you, Fil!

[@JeffinLowerAlabama]

Enlightening choice Fil , great slice of musicality, Jeff in LA USA

[@digeratadesign]

Grat Review. These two are transcendental. magic.

[@leannemartin7266]

Her first name is pronounced with a hard "g," as in Vince Gill, not Jack and Jill. Her album Revival is amazing. Every song is great.

[@cass57cass]

I very much like 'Hell among the Yearlings' and in fact all her stuff too. 'Revalator' I would say is her best song.

[@barleyfarmer]

Yep, hard G for Gillian. I've seen them play live a few times including one Dave Rawlings Machine show. They've never disappointed.

[@loontil]

you tell 'em.....

[@digitalbrand5510]

I’ve been to Puckett’s and seen the original artists at their locations. If you like this kind of music, and I do, you’ll find lots of it going on in Tennessee. Welch and Rawlings did live in Silvan Park, a neighborhood in Nashville, they are down to earth folks driving vintage cars and sticking to what’s real. It’s always great to hear them and a touchstone to simplicity.

[@slothbros7607]

This is a song you can FEEL. Love these two! This is my kind of music. :)