The unique sound of Nathaniel Rateliff

Success arrived late for 44-year-old Nathaniel Rateliff and his Denver-based band, The Night Sweats, whose music is a blend of rock, country, blues and soul. But nothing has come easily for the singer, or for his long-time collaborator, bass player Joseph Pope III. CBS News' Anthony Mason talks with Rateliff about the troubles he's surmounted on the way to his platinum record, "S.O.B."
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[@jimmessina1882]

I'm so glad that my favorite musical artists are getting the recognition they so richly deserve! 🎵😎🎶

[@serbtesla]

Since 2016 mine too. ❤ from Serbia.

[@charliehutchinson4196]

I'm beyond grateful for Nathaniel and his music. He is grounded, and humble, and will always be underrated.

[@lisabeed6001]

I discovered him just recently and love everything about him! He says he’s not a showman? I beg to differ!

[@hurst-cs2jh]

Hello Lisa, How're you doing?i came across your profile while surfing through the site,...i thought of you being interesting to know, hope you don’t mind?

[@janethope]

His voice and musical sound is so rare and special ❤

[@jackwest3282]

listen to bruce springsteen you will hear similar vocal styling. why...cause bruce did it first and better. nothing wrong with copying a style or look or feel of someone's music that inspires you...unless its a 100% copy with no originality. This guy at least has original songs which is more than I can say for a lot of new artists of today. He does sing well and perform well, not putting him down...just saying its a copied style.

[@wolfech1]

@@jackwest3282disagree, if you played them both next to each other you can clear hear a difference. Bruce prob did influence him just other’s influenced Bruce

[@DenaInWyo]

@@jackwest3282 less Springsteen than Van Morrison. I actually really don't see much of a comparison to Springsteen, who I don't much like. I DO very much like Rateliff.

[@jodymccreary102]

Love this band!! EVERYTHING THEY DO IS INCREDIBLE 😍💗💗

[@jackl4laughs]

Goes to show that you never know when your dreams will become reality, gotta keep putting in the work to reach your dreams.

[@jacktally3210]

My favorite music for the past 10 years. Pay attention music lovers.

[@delewan]

These guys bring every bit of their heart and soul to their music, and there's an authenticity to their sound and presence you can't fake. Their live shows are simply electrifying, I don't remember dancing that much at a concert in my life. Been a massive fan since the first Night Sweats record - and I think it was their Tiny Desk that started it all for me.

[@nenaj8053]

i love nathaniel rateliff and the night sweats. im so glad ti see them on tv.

[@angelaengler2387]

Oh wow! I think I’m in love with this guy’s music! It’s been a long time since there’s been any music artist that has caught my fancy, I think it’s kind of funny that I find new music from my favorite Sunday morning news show more than anywhere else lately 😀

[@Redandranger]

Not a new artist but one I recently stumbled upon ..... James McMurtry. Great lyricist. Comes natural as his father was writer Larry McMurtry (Last Picture Show, Terms of Endearment, Lonesome Dove)

[@johnnynitetrain32379]

Still Out There Running is my favorite song of theirs… man I love that tune!!!

[@KohalaLover]

Love Nathaniel and The Night Sweats. Real music.

[@cyrakobelinski2166]

One of the best live shows ever! They are fantastic!!!!

[@dra1469]

I absolutely LOVE his music. His first solo album is one of my Top 3 favorite albums all time.

[@ComfortRoadSessions]

Congratulations on everything Nathaniel!!

[@micheleweiss1698]

He IS a great showman. So fantastic live. I saw him last Summer and was completely in thrall to him. Dancing, performing perfection!

[@maximillie_61]

Been lucky enough to see him live several times and honestly puts on one of the most energetic shows I've ever seen. He always tosses his guitar across the stage...sometimes it makes it, sometimes it doesnt lol

[@oogrooq]

Billy Strings, now Nathaniel Rateliff? it's almost like quality matters again.

[@78tag]

..yea it will sneak up on you if you're not careful these days.

[@glenngrinter6818]

His appearance on The Tonight Show was amazing.🎼🎹🥁🎸

[@Numismatists_Matter]

One of my favorite bands! Thank you!

[@rebeccagolla3081]

Not a great showman my eye! I'm an old lady that's been to a lot of concerts and he's one of the top 3. They had such a groove going, they didn't care if there was an audience or not, and that my friends, it the definition of showmanship!

[@freedknitwit]

Love this music. Wish it was played on the radio playlist.

[@reneevmartinez43]

I heard his music for the first time tonight. I’m in complete awe with his work!! 🥰🥰 Music is absolutely amazing. ❤

[@RedQueensJubileeClub]

Nathaniel Rateliff is an artist I had to like to from the night I was talking to a friend and his music was playing in the background. Now anytime I see or hear him everything I stops while I listen. It’s music that goes outside the comfort zone.

[@Schulz1362]

Been listening to these guys for awhile now and love them. They deserve all the recognition.

[@ambadale]

Thank you for this feature. A good friend of mine has been singing his praises for a couple years and now I understand his appeal

[@drunkdadchronicles]

this is inspiring to me i'm 48 still in the local original music game, i started in it back around '94 hopefully my day will soon come i'm finally getting good at it maybe that's why it's taking so long😅😅 and i'm also recently sober. either way i enjoy performing my music and being on stage critical acclaim or not, whether i'm playing to 5 or 5,000....Nathaniel never compromised his sound, he did it his way and that's the only way i would do it also. if i don't enjoy the music that i'm making on stage no amount of record deals or money matter would matter. Very happy for Him and his success, i'm gonna give them a listen tbh i've never heard them b4. glad i stumbled upon this

[@Trishpage312]

2015… lol! I’m so in a bubble. I just found out about him 2 years ago! Such an incredible talent! I need more new music!

[@TA-lt1ph]

I will admit I have never heard Daniel Rateliff, but damn I am going to run out and get his music. This is the type of music that touches the soul. As an older fan of rock, blues, and soul, I am glad to discover someone new.

[@jimmessina1882]

Nathaniel has two albums recorded at Red Rocks. Both highlight the diversity of his talent and range as a musician.

[@beckimoon5158]

Love him and his music for a while, now.

[@no59do56]

Hey momma its me. Wow. Great record.

[@candaceewell9582]

My favorite 🖤🔥🤘 Catch him live it's AMAZING

[@mililaniman]

Nathaniel Rateliff seems like a very talented musician. I look forward to listening to more of his music.

[@tiffany7269]

“Experiencing joy is not always easy”. Ditto. Had no doubt that they were going to say he grew up in a very religious family. I have felt that way my whole life. The constant guilt and shame. There is a light at the end of the tunnel but it takes a lot of work. Still working

[@seattlejayde]

What a Talent!

[@ebybeehoney]

love this group

[@rheeryder2524]

Wow. Never heard of him. And gotta say...Me likey. 😍😁

[@jimmessina1882]

You have to check out their entire catalog!

[@TheMicheleri]

Go to a show! You will fall in LOVE!

[@maryannsimms7189]

❤❤❤❤love this man and his band and their sound.

[@ofield6561]

Hey Mama is my absolute all time favorite song from these guys!

[@LAVISHING]

Great to see my friend on the news like this!

[@chrisbooth3417]

He's definitely a throwback to real music of the past. A lot of what I've heard from him has a Van Morrison influence. That's definitely a good thing.

[@richiejohnson]

just made the same comment 🤠

[@corey6393]

A very fun live show. If you get the chance, take it! Saw them here in small town Idaho a few years back. What a great night that was.

[@argyle2061]

Saw them live last summer! Best. Concert. Ever!!!

[@busbystandup1337]

Absolutely wonderful music... authentic as you can get, and absolutely full of heart

[@user-yd5wx4fh4t]

Nathaniel Rateliff is my favorite artist, I’m from rural Missouri and he is the best singer ever.Most honest voice and lyrics of anyone I’ve ever heard

[@Hummingbird_Merry]

You are wrong Nathaniel. You are a great showman! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. Your music speaks to so many. Thank you and your band members.

[@mamasaid12]

Just discovered Nathaniel Rateliff and The Night Sweats in 2021. Really love your stuff! My new favorite band.

[@nancy4980]

Amazing voice, amazing band! My best wishes.

[@Kagebushin01]

Been loving them for a good while now and I am so happy to see the last few years they getting so big!

[@kathrynpollutro599]

Love love love him and the Night Sweats , all their energy, truly great shows!

[@leisastalnaker3790]

Love their music

[@carolburke5591]

I always look forward to Anthony's interviews. They are the best. Loved this one.

[@gusgus8134]

Great music should fall off the rails!❤️❤️❤️

[@stephenalanestes]

Truly one of the best artists of our time

[@BobbyGeneric145]

Good music is making a comeback.

[@carriehazel77]

I freaking love this guy, would love to see him live one day

[@kevinnewby9494]

Seeing these guys live is on the bucket list

[@heathkeim3394]

There are several bands/musicians I enjoy listening to more than NR and the Nightsweats. However, I don't think I've ever actually CARED about them like I do NR. They just seem more real and relatable. I'm always happy to see them get their dues as they are great musicians. If you ever get a chance to see a show, don't pass it up. You won't be disappointed.

[@TheScotty121]

I was lucky to see them last year in UK wow they blew the roof off .

[@dougmackey3696]

I never thought I would fall for a band that prominently features a horn section but man I have. I’m kind of a folk music fan early rock fan but I love this band. So authentic. Can’t wait to see them live. Hopefully sometime this year.

[@svaught1]

Great band. I'm glad to see they're making it!!❤

[@zacharyliles8657]

Great piece on a great band! Been a huge fan since I first heard about them a couple years ago

[@joelyall8984]

I had the privilege of seeing Nathaniel and the Night Sweats at a benefit for social injustices at a small bar in Denver. What a treat. Was one of the most memorable nights of my life. We were 5' away from the band. What a show the band put on. I even gave Nathaniel a few high-fives and pounds throughout the show.

[@jonahs.5117]

This 6 minute background story of the much-beloved NR is such an important reminder that life can be so rich if you seek it out. Keep on rockin’ y’all!

[@terryseidl8439]

this was such a great segment... i'm a bigger fan than I already was after this !! :)

[@lynnealexander9352]

Love Nathaniel Rateliff - saw him live in St Pete - he deserves recognition!

[@daniellogan3085]

It's funny how things show up. I just discovered (because yes, I live under a rock) Nathaniel. Love this music

[@hankshepherd2.086]

These guys bring a whole different and much needed sound to todays music and a sound you don’t hear and if so very rare horns

[@Amie-369]

I am so proud of this awesome Band. They all are wonderful and have such energy, momentum, and Power. I listen to Nathaniel and Night Sweats Everyday Thru out my day Love, Love, Love, you all. I Share them with everybody I can. I hope to get to see them soon I live in Jacksonville, FL As soon as their close enough to me I am praying I get to meet him also the rest of the guys. i think your extremely beautiful, and you make me laugh. hi I am Amie

[@jillellis2244]

Yes you are a great show man! Love you!

[@johnr8820]

Saw him on tour with Willie and my oh my he took Charlotte to church..it started raining and he had the whole crowd singing...definitely made me a fan

[@serbtesla]

Listening them from 2016 onwards real artists. ❤ from Serbia.

[@themanwithnoname5325]

I love this man

[@drhouse7264]

Just saw them in Wilmington, NC and they KILLED IT!

[@ellepeterson9992]

Yes! I love this man!

[@leaettelally2332]

Love this man!!

[@nancyv6296]

I saw them at the Montreal Jazz Festival (in the rain)and it was amazing!!

[@stephenhenion8304]

You can't stop the music in side of you! Keep on Truckin!!🎶🎵🎶

[@susantassinari7517]

love him....love his sound

[@jennheflin]

One of the best concerts I've ever been to!

[@momofray6465]

my most favourite artist for the last years.

[@yolakin8210]

Hats off to him and his band💫😽

[@jeanneratterman]

Love the friendship story.

[@adrianakeeton7664]

So proud of them!

[@kirk4086]

We need more guys like these dudes...really, honestly...

[@christrotter3052]

Just saw them again few days ago here in Charlottesville .....so damn good Great video here

[@debs.8922]

Saw him on the show!! Really like him!

[@tinanoel452]

I loved this

[@Jen-lc5yc]

Beautiful sound.

[@JL-OnwardandUpward]

Happy for your success and living out your passion :)

[@jukejointjack]

A true artist for sure

[@raymondkolbus3186]

Awesome, i have ben a fan since i heard the first song.

[@julesotis13]

hey cool good one love nat got to see em open for saint john pine eve!

[@lotusbee1111]

Awww. ❤️❤️❤️

[@uscitizen3252]

Love Nathaniel!

[@highlonesome-coloradobluegrass]

He is fantastic!

[@helamorningsun3600]

Ok, CBS Sunday Morning, my 2nd favorite show since early 90's ...' UNIQUE' voice? Wow ... Someone's parents didn't make you listen to country music and it shows. Rateliff is just a modern day CCR mixed with Hank Senior. Toss some Alman brothers and Willie Nelson creates The Nightsweats ❤

[@TheVCRTimeMachine]

Just discovered them last summer when they were on tour with Willie Nelson. Incredible live band. One of the best I've ever seen. Like a Pentecostal revival.

[@gergemall]

Great tune

[@leobender2910]

Keep up the good stuff, Nathaniel!