Bryan Bobo - The Decline (NOFX cover bluegrass)

Bluegrass cover of NOFX's punk rock opera, "The Decline"

[@michaelr.4878]

'The Decline' is quite possibly the greatest song ever written. It doesn't matter how it is arranged or performed...it still shines. This cover is an absolute masterpiece. Well freaking done, dude!

[@jbtallullah7009]

It's the greatest song ever written. Too bad humanity will have the consequence of not being enlightened. Half of America denies climate change and supports Trump... We're done folks.

[@danr308]

Just need to trim 12 minutes of fat off this pig and you'd have a real winner!

[@starwarssatan5588]

@@jbtallullah7009 and the other half supports Biden. Sheeple

[@virgilflowers9846]

I don’t know if I’d say that, only because there are so many amazing songs out there, but The Decline is an absolutely amazing song. I revisit it every year or two, and have ever since it came out, and am always impressed with not only how well it holds up and what a meaningful and well-written song it is, but also how it continues to get better and better for me and seems to get more and more relevant. Back when this came out I don’t remember it making too much of a splash. We all liked it, but it seemingly took a few years for people (including many or most NOFX fans) to really recognize how great it is.

[@siphobrisloks8133]

​@@jbtallullah7009Americans thinking America is the only country in the world:

[@harryniemotka1466]

Country musicians are now invited

[@Manoichan]

To be fair, this is bluegrass. Country is kind of like the pop version of Bluegrass.

[@Construktz]

If they're willing to repeat these lyrics, they've likely already left Jesusland

[@brettmarcus6581]

If only more than "NOFX fans" could actually received these words, after all, they've only been here 20 years. Good show!

[@kellycollier9246]

Try 40 years

[@theBoxtosser]

Bluegrass and punk... match made in Heaven

[@marcusroot168]

Hats off, sir. Great cover. And it thrills me to the tits that non-punks might soak up the message.

[@Jept]

"thrills me to the tits" 🤣🤣☠️ Fucking hell I'm glad the internet exists so I can continue to expand my vocab. 🙌🏻 Thankyou 😂

[@keithpierce3190]

I’ve commented on a total of 5 KZbin videos in my life... I would like to personally shake your hand someday. The original song simply says it all, and in no way shape or form could I fathom a version that could do it’s justice. You my good sir have placed a whole new flavor on a historical punk-rock masterpiece! Good Work!

[@jfish8286]

Perfectly summed up.

[@tjbarke6086]

Bluegrass, the original punk rock.

[@dustinjackson8646]

So happy someone else draws the same comparison ❤️

[@mirroredspork]

As a die hard NOFX fan who lives with a country girl, well, this just hits all of the right spots.

[@Bob_Piss]

It's a crime that this doesn't have a million views.

[@mdog86]

Seriously, I don't even like bluegrass but this cover is fantastic.

[@Bob_Piss]

@@mdog86 Still makes me furious coming here and seeing insufficient traffic. Fucking sickening. This needs more eyes on it. This guy rules.

[@PrankZabba]

OMG, how am I just finding out about this now. At first I was thinking, oh this should be neat. WOAH! THE ENTIRE SONG!?!?!?!

[@BOMBPHONICS]

Wow as a huge NOFX fan this is cool!

[@scottbuzz1]

Bam. Official fan. I self medicate with SuperChunk, The Jaw to the Breaker, NoeffX, Pixies, Pumpkins, Immortal, Bukowski, Nucleus "Jam on it". The third to the last song on Justice w fade in. I reach for that lifesavers. Your version got called up on my internal frequency declaration record replay mood analyzer. Cover isn't kind enough. Version or Treatment. Skills. I needed to hear this through your system. Ty munchez Gratioso.

[@TheSnowMooreShow]

I've got my fair share of those 38k views 😁 No clue why this isnt more popular

[@StompyFPV]

6yrs later and still playing this. Great cover of one of the best song ever written.

[@robertogoffi6661]

Bluegrass fit so well to The Decline's theme

[@Construktz]

I've always thought that Mike's play style sounded like it'd easily fall into banjo. I didn't think I'd ever hear it though.

[@BNASTYLW]

Very good cover of one of the best pieces ever written.

[@nacholibre8412]

Agreed

[@javjas4341]

Totally

[@docmcclock7705]

I hope you got to see it live with BAZ's orchestra at the Punk in Drublic craft beer and music festival.

[@eldonjamesnebriagabrownii2502]

I thought that was a Nofx original o shit this guy's got the nads to say he's soul creater damn

[@MikeP2055]

AGREED, my friend.

[@bennywise83]

Oh my friggin' God. I am having goosebumps from start to end. This is, plain and simple, a masterpiece of a cover. You more than nailed it!

[@sergeipilipetskii7826]

That regge switch was on point

[@paulmwilson62]

Oh man, that scale back on "Aren't ever asked, etc." was absolute magic.

[@Plakativ0815]

One of the greatest Songs ever written. And in my opinion the main content and thus the most important accusation that this song shows is the decline that began in 2020. that wasn't really the intention of NoFx...However, if you look at the lyrics in general - and you should - you have to translate the meaning to this now emerging "fourth industrial revolution". That's what punk is about to me. And if anyone doubts that then R.I.P. Punk, long live humanism!!!

[@DEADERUXSPIN]

Wow been a notx fan since 1992 now a Bryan bobo fan as well

[@damianstubbs5722]

Wish this was played on the radio....wait, didn't NOFX make a song about that? Lol

[@swearenginl87]

Please play this song on the 📻!

[@bradjaeger3775]

Wtf, thank you KZbin algorithm. Great work!

[@adeholder3548]

Well done dude. This is a very very important piece of music for a lot of us and you did a great job! Amazing.....nice work.

[@AzlynRock22]

Fuck, I loved absolutely every dam moment of this song, you literally pulled it off with every detail and for that I have to say beautifully done, more than impressed with this cover, magical to say the least...

[@viracocha03]

Was not expecting this to rock as hard as it did. Love this fuckin song and this was really well done cover.

[@tymirra8769]

that Melvin solo via banjo! yew!

[@thomasportelli]

I'm here because of their last Melbourne show in Australia celebrating their 40th year. I hate country music but this cover cut deep. Thanks,

[@tomaswallyveira1161]

1st time listening to this... hmmmm its pretty cool 👍

[@ArnaldiParedes]

Holy mother of Jesuschrist, what a grat cover man!!!

[@JuanMendoza-ew8is]

This is one of the raddest things I’ve ever heard being a born and raised west Texas punk in the middle of nowhere Texas this brought a tear to my eye thank you sir

[@brandonfbomb_2327]

Texas punk, too. I'm here with you

[@C1RC4istheshit]

breath taking

[@spridle]

This is very well done. Honestly thought I'd hate it but glad I gave it a shot. Good job man.

[@motaburned]

listen at 1.25 speed :)

[@imdaboogyman815]

Not bad!!

[@asiabrusca]

and now i cant listen to it at normal speed anymore again, thanks :p

[@nacholibre8412]

Nice tip

[@Mighty_Atheismo]

It sounds like a pat the bunny project!!

[@REIDGERICKSON]

Perfect. Thanks!

[@AzlynRock22]

I’ve already left a comment but I just have to say I listen to this version more than I’ve ever listened to the original

[@mikesimmons8787]

Pretty darn good

[@MrCfarah]

Bravo 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@bariswheel]

Fantastic, thanks for sharing.

[@peterjlearn]

This gives the BAZ orchestral version a solid run for its money :)

[@riardhrigillespie8161]

Good for you man. This could have been pure novelty bullshit but you surprisingly pulled it off. As someone with equal footing in punk rock and bluegrass i can say you did a damn respectable job.

[@jonathanborges3462]

How 19 people who can't even be classified as people didn't like it? This is amazing, I listen to it every day! Congratulations !

[@alexanderweck4468]

WOW, just WOW!!!😍😎😮👍👍👍

[@LandscaperVideo]

man! ... unbelievable, thank you

[@Tommy-fr5nm]

Even got the Mel Yell in there! Great job man.

[@dyslexicboogaloo]

I’ve been fortunate to see NOFX perform this song live. Somehow your version ended up in my recommended videos and as a bluegrass fan I was curious but I clicked on it thinking it could go either way. What a pleasant surprise to find that you fuckin’ nailed it. Thank you for this.

[@nickeicher9106]

Almost a year ago this was posted, and I'm only hearing it now?!? This is great man, amazing job

[@Bob_Piss]

I couldn't believe it got past me either. Super rad.

[@drewliedtke2377]

I couldn’t help but imagine the drums underneath. So much that I was banging on my legs along with the video the whole time.

[@baganjames]

How have I never seen/heard this!!! Amazing

[@josephancion2190]

My favorite song of all time !

[@dioggi69]

Very fucking talented. Bad ass cover not a big blue grass fan. But I have to say you killed. Awesome job.

[@ryandevinefilm]

LOVE this!! I'm a huge NOFX and Bluegrass fan, I am very happy this exists! 10/10 🤟🏻

[@Cheeksbaby86]

Damn. You nailed it. I’m not a big fan of bluegrass covers, and I expected to turn this off in 30 seconds, but I couldn’t stop listening. You nailed all the intricacies of the song and what makes it great. Very well done!

[@dannyl654]

Same here. I wanted to hate this from the beginning because of close ties I have with this song. But, I’ll be a monkeys uncle, I couldn’t stop listening and this is one of the best versions I’ve heard of this song for sure

[@JesseGrowsChannel]

Not supposed to cover this, bravo sir!

[@mikejowsey1051]

I dont comment too much , if ever , but yeah , gotta say , great job. I really like this. Nofx is one of my favorites of all time, and your version of this is a really nice spin on it. Sounds great. You should do more covers of material like this.

[@TheMalevolentChesire]

I love this version so fucking much!!

[@DBrunoAraujo]

Thank you for recording this. Deeply appreciated.

[@Karveyheitel]

This is EXCELLENT!!!! The slide guitar is a great addition

[@Karveyheitel]

I’m still listening to this and finding cool ass shit man. The happy mandolin peppered in is such a great choice

[@tonytortolano6913]

wow ......well done

[@sirg-had8821]

Now I love this song even more.

[@TheBizzybujo]

Brilliant !!! Absolutely well done, guys!!

[@kellycollier9246]

That was beautiful, great job!

[@bardown7628]

This is the best drinking ,foot tapping head bobbin' 12/14 minz Ina long time ....thanks

[@ryanwilliamson8890]

Came across this tonight... simply amazing cover. Thanks for taking the time making this arrangement and recording it!

[@mikejowsey1051]

This is a fucking killer version of this song. I downloaded it, and listen at least twice a week. Bryan bobo should try to get permission to release it on vinyl.

[@dontlookmeinmyeyeswhenudan5241]

Fat mike won’t allow that

[@julibus7145]

Yes!!!! YES!!!! BRAVO MAN FELICIDADES! ME ENCANTO!😊❤

[@tomstutzman2920]

This is a fantastic cover. I would love to see a video of this being preformed. This NOFX life long fan approves!

[@patrickirving3732]

My all time fav song and band . Great job took it and made it Your own. Stellar.

[@DummyYEEEAAHHHHH]

Well done man... definitely a super unique take on NOFX... 👏

[@OMGrant]

Love it

[@jdtv3958]

Excellent

[@GrantHalcombSmith]

good music sounds good in all genres so long as good musicians are playing it. You sure nailed this! Thank you so much!

[@erinsides8235]

Wow! One of my NOFX favorites and so impressed- very well played!!

[@rhinobushcraftsurvival8339]

Outstanding performance. Thank you for this

[@cw6106]

My god. Brilliant.

[@robertreads21]

Amazing job Bryan! Just what I needed. Keep it up.

[@belafontelife9781]

It’s just really well done, the respect for NOFX shines through.

[@andydougherty3791]

What a beautiful arrangement and rendition of a monumental classic. Thank you for this.

[@smahiz]

I grew up SoCal punk. This song in that context is the shit. Hearing it in this context, with these instruments, in this way. It hits different. This is very good.

[@brofromsiberia]

That is brilliant, comrade!

[@Riot55]

Great job! Love the inclusion of the Mel yell at 8:39!

[@starwarssatan5588]

8:34

[@The1975saulo]

Awesome!

[@smahiz]

this was dope

[@swearenginl87]

Has nofx heard this? They fucking should! This is awesome!

[@s.williamc.]

I was very humbled listening to this. Brought a tear to my eye and raised the hairs on my arms. The power of good art is transforming and inspiring! Thank you Bryan and NOFX!

[@matteo_fogli]

Superlativo!

[@jarrettstetten5608]

This is amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@johand3214]

Well done.. The only cover I heard who nailed it at 14:06..Good work

[@almamedda5050]

Beautiful version 😍😍😍

[@jeffquinn5252]

Seriously, bravo.

[@derailleurmind0454]

hard to recreate NOFX in any original way and man this is great!

[@jerameydelaney9976]

Just amazing bro.. to tackle a punk masterpiece and make it your own is hard. Congratulations on the job. Love it, love it, love it

[@alexfiume4710]

Wow! Masterpiece!

[@rosko123]

Only just come across this. Brilliant and unique cover. Deserves way more views!

[@CeciliaAntonelli]

AMAZING

[@jeandurand3095]

amazing cover ! congrats

[@alessandromorosin3251]

Freaking amazing, brother !

[@MegaSuper17]

Freaky funcking great!

[@mogiewaav6642]

Wow amazing

[@sryanuk]

This deserves waaay more views, excellent job man 👍

[@veechkilluminati6701]

this is incredible!!!

[@drakebeckner6708]

This is a beautiful version of this song.

[@cheosterhout3640]

Hahah deadly im an old punk rocker currently learning banjo and mando this is deadly!