Dead Covers Project 2021 - Ramble On Rose / Bird Song

Hi heads, thanks for watching!
Dust Family Band:
Vocals: Huntley McSwain
Sax: AJ Huang
Guitar: John Byers
Guitar: Max Mendle
Drums: Ben Reiff
Pianer: Tristan Ferner
Bass: Nate McGowan
Engineers: Nate McGowan and Tristan Ferner
Drummer's video got lost :/
Also, check out the bassist and key's funk cover page / @roguenote

[@stevekline6093]

Incredible! How does this only have 17,000 views? Easily two of the best versions I have ever heard of these songs. Of course, the singer was amazing. Loved her interpretation. But, the jam in Birdsong...I would gladly pay to hear this group do a three hour concert of Dead covers and just let it rip.

[@stephenhedges8616]

This is absolutely unreal! Just when you think it's hit the ceiling it blows the roof off the joint and keeps on going! Absolutely ASTOUNDING!!

[@cathycullen8851]

Unbelievable.. So talented. Everyone of you, and what a fantastic voice.

[@longlivethedead1972]

Amazing.. Aces back to back.

[@pologoaliecraig]

Thank you for sharing this. Been a deadhead for 45 years. The music just keeps on keeping on.

[@matthewfiles4584]

What a voice ! ...Talent all around ....nice segue into Bird Song....

[@chuckseasel9505]

Nailed it Singer could drop in on some Dead & Company shows!!!!

[@tkoots5894]

Well, after 30 years (sic ) I can hear the words to this song !! I hope you enjoy playing it as much as I enjoyed listening to your beautiful rendition. Got to believe Jerry and the band would be the first to listen and applaud.…and appreciate the drop into Birdsong… sweet !

[@namelia4439]

Ha ha, I said the same…oh, THOSE are the words??!!? 😂 What a beautiful transition they did…I think the boys would love it!❤

[@billhibbard5991]

Baseman, loved that Phill bomb! Wow that voice!

[@donhancock7992]

So good to see these young folks keeping the GD spirit alive! Great use of dynamics, nice energy and precision.

[@joshb23]

Wow. Just, wow. This was something special, not sure how I missed this last year. Sorry I didn't get to see the drummer because that pocket was deep and wide my man! Huntley, we'll be hearing more from you I have no doubt! Gorgeous voice. What I LOVED about this is you all absolutely captured the spirit and energy of The Dead while still having your own sound. No mimicking going on here, but awesome tribute and then some. That lead on Ramble On was awesome, again, Jerry moments but it was all you! Loved those bass lines, Phil-esque but all Nate! Perfect rhythm and pianer, right where they belonged. And I thought I was back at The Garden '91 show with Branford blowing next level wonders! Beautiful jam at the end. Really amazing stuff, congratulations.

[@rvpjohn]

I am her father-she is currently attending the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston-pursuing a Master’s degree in Music with a Jazz Studies Major. And yes, you will definitely hear more from her in the future! Thank you for the kind words we parents love to hear!

[@joshb23]

@@rvpjohn That's excellent to hear!

[@rvpjohn]

Her name is Huntley McSwain-check out her performance on the New England Conservatory channel-covering Cab Calloway’s “Minnie the Moocher”. Will be dropping another jazz song soon on the NEC channel. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5u1ZnWod7hkaNE

[@somewhereinthecity]

@@rvpjohn I used to live a block from Cab Calloway's Baltimore home. Your daughter's rendition of "Minnie" is AMAZING, as is this wonderful take on "Ramble On Rose" / "Bird Song." Thanks for supporting her art -- having supportive parents and family is enormously important. Hers is a rare example of a voice that gets every listener's absolutely undivided attention. More, please!!!!!

[@louisemarasco]

Absolutely nailed it, everyone. That voice is stunning. ❤️❤️❤️

[@jsepenuk]

Seen 100+ entries, first one for which I’ve felt compelled to comment. Talent is off the charts brilliant, Transition to Bird Song pro-style.

[@scottlambert3878]

Great talent y’all!!! What a voice loved it 🌹👽☮️

[@Jjsimo383383]

Absolutely nailed em! There's no doubt a future with songs to fill the air with such talented young artists such as these. Thank you for making me dance!

[@nickvescio-franz9319]

Holy shit. What a stunning voice!! I could listen to her sing all day!

[@gregyoung5774]

Nice! Next generation carrying on the sound. great to see 😎

[@DireDoggy]

Stupendous, wonderful, thank you. Don't ever stop.

[@mikemcbride-c9f]

Beautiful! Just found this. Nice rich voice. Good groove.

[@Sherblato39]

All of you pulled this off perfectly!

[@brettzimmerman4566]

Great post, you guys all rock, love that you are keepign the dead alive!! Keep on Jamming!!

[@lesliereckler3934]

This is terriffic! Thank you for sharing. Please also consider recording "Estimated Prophet."

[@ChyeaBroski]

Grass is greener, wine is sweeter listening to you guys

[@dtom3575]

incredibly talented young people !!!! They have a LOT of feel.

[@stacysummers1155]

Awesome!!! I love this! You all are great❤

[@diegocastaneda6544]

amazing. one of the best bird songs covers ive seen

[@thelatenightbar]

That was a trip. Excellent covers of some absolute classics. Thanks .

[@janetmeiers581]

These folks aren't messing around! That was fantastic.

[@sushantaparikh4713]

AWESOME! Incredible talent and integrity of the spirit....

[@brentwwatsonjr5975]

Amazing. Thank you for this.

[@MrWallybones]

One of the most incredible things I have EVER seen. Sublime to be sure!!!

[@brudlongo-ir1rp]

What a voice! Great band

[@MrWallybones]

can't get enough! You folks ROCK!!!

[@George-tm1ol]

Absolutely amazing. Thank you 🙏

[@kurtohlson]

Great Voice! Great Jam!

[@jasonjohnson9971]

Really awesome,,, jammed along side each of you

[@charlie.something]

wow. this gives me hope for the future. thank you, you young people!

[@JKSuccess1]

Bravo !!

[@RonFella]

Great job!

[@davidgraczkowski5391]

Right on..very nice.

[@deadheadrick1449]

This is great

[@joergie6008]

Keep on Truckin

[@fcorso1313]

great covers, keep it up. Loved it

[@foxcampbell7344]

okay this is insanely good

[@brianlevine5213]

Wonderful!

[@mattseare4039]

Wow! This is so good!

[@LewisJD33911]

Could you guys try your hand at a double-time version of sugaree?

[@daviddemar8749]

Bravo ! 🎼🎵🎶🎵🎸🥁🎹🎙🐻🐼🌹🥀🌷🇺🇸🌈

[@joeygold24]

perfect!

[@StephenRicker-l7g]

AMAZING voice!

[@scruffyandrabbit]

When does the tour begin?

[@phatwithduhph2479]

solid

[@pablosdog2808]

Digging it

[@user-pp8sm4cy4f]

Really awesome stuff, folks! Great vocals, great everything. Just one slight complaint: give the drummer some! I can hear what he/she is doing and it’s excellent (I’m a professional drummer), but I never see them in the video! Having said that, Ramble On, Rose! Let “something like a bird within her” keep on singin’! The vocalist isn’t Janis, but just as good in her own beautiful way.

[@thereiffodyssey2000]

Hey, drummer for this video here! It was my fault I’m not in the video..We recorded me playing too but I accidentally deleted my video! So that was my b. It was a big bummer haha. But I appreciate the kind words!

[@ernienickels]

Sheeeesh 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@joeynice123]

🤯

[@CaptainAmaziiing]

Hey Piano Man- you look stupid sitting alone with a mask on. Props to Sax Man for not playing over the vocals. Tasty vocs. Not convinced the RR guitar solo wasn't (partly) dubbed in afterwards, it didn't quite look like it lined up. But Guitar Man looks like he's enjoying himself, so I'm sold anyhow. Like the big gaps around 5:50, nice touch. Overall, a thumbs up for two fine renditions in one.

[@Jallatt]

Cram it, dude. Piano player could have a gas mask on and still have more class than you. Guitar player could probably turn you inside out (if you even play). Go talk your mask crap somewhere where good people and Dead fans can't hear you.

[@bradleydewey9083]

How good was that? Wow.

[@activistmalpractice]

I'd see them over Dead Inc. any day.

[@Hampw]

Clank your chains!

[@somewhereinthecity]

If you are as blown away by this singer as I am, check out some of her other work. I CANNOT stop listening to this -- especially her version of John Lennon's "Jealous Guy" and Mary J. Blige's "I'm Going Down, both of which are enough to give you the chills. This young lady is a rare, rare find, and I certainly she finds time to record some more Grateful Dead songs. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jme9oJ19nNWsb6c (1) Fine and Mellow, Billie Holiday (2) Visions, Stevie Wonder (3) God Bless the Child, Billie Holiday (4) Save the Children, Gil Scott Heron (5) Stormy Monday, T-Bone Walker (6) Jealous Guy, John Lennon (7) I'm Going Down, Norman Whitfield / Rose Royce (8) At Last, Etta James

[@melonhead49]

Dude

[@yourbrother5304]

Love it. Except for the masks... Nothing left to do but smile smile SMILE. 😃

[@drummerboy6199]

Seriously man ??? SMH

[@yourbrother5304]

@@drummerboy6199 Yeah seriously. Don't be a germaphobe. 😏

[@drummerboy6199]

You are ridiculous sir. Either appreciate the music or don’t know need to talk about their appearance, Or personal choices. Brother

[@yourbrother5304]

@@drummerboy6199 either appreciate my comment or don't. No need to waste my time when you have bogus raps to produce. 😂

[@richardfrey6053]

Could be better if she knew the song. The music is good though.

[@frazerpiccolo2228]

The stupid mask on the piano. Come on man!

[@DustOnALampshade]

The piano tested positive. Come on man!

[@frazerpiccolo2228]

@@DustOnALampshade Clever!

[@philipdyk607]

It's his choice. He may have health reasons.

[@frazerpiccolo2228]

@@philipdyk607 he also may be a foolish woke clown.

[@rocpile2517]

I do not watch mask vids

[@activistmalpractice]

Then enjoy your 1-3 yearly reinfections until you succumb

[@JabroniPony-iy5tu]

Zero soul, but what do you expect from a group of kids who take orders from the government? The irony of this whole thing is not lost on me.

[@victorwong9622]

Dang that Ramblin’ Rose guitar solo channels Garcia, then the seamless transition into Bird Song, coupled with her incredible vocals, as well as the downtempo understated chorus and then the sax/guitar combo solo… a tour de force, well done!!!

[@DustOnALampshade]

Thanks for the kind words victor!!

[@CareyEyer]

So impressive. Thank each and every one of you. I played this for my kids.

[@uncledan7500]

Wow, think Jerry's swaying in Rock n Roll Heaven.😎

[@thomaswest9634]

Excellent playing, the singing was on a different level we could all hear that during Bird Song. The bass players were as wide as saucers! Great stuff guys.

[@brendendomenici3367]

Truly an amazing cover and each of you guys are so talented. NEED MORE!! AHHH

[@philipdyk607]

She is Great!!! Somebody sign her up ASAP. She deserves to be out front all the time!!! I have not heard a voice that good for decades.

[@rvpjohn]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5u1ZnWod7hkaNE. Check out her rendition of “Minnie the Moocher” at the New England Conservatory!

[@jeffmc4233]

Great everyone and I believe this is the best vocal performer I have ever heard !!!! Tops Janis Joplin!!

[@bradhamblin7668]

Unreal

[@somewhereinthecity]

The guitar work is absolutely amazing. These may be the two best covers of GD material I've ever heard. Mary Huntley McSwain's voice is simply unbelievable. I did a quick search and listened to some other stuff she has on YT, and HOLY SHIT!!!!! There are about 600 songs I would love to hear her throw that incredible voice at. Bravissimo!!! God, how I'd love to hear her sing Lil Red Rooster or Wang Dang Doodle or Turn On Your Lovelight!

[@chrisstratch3943]

dude with the silver sky killed that solo!

[@Mark-ts5pd]

RiPPPPPPPPPPPPPin !!!

[@promosproducedbypetecarona3461]

Sounds Fantastic!!!!

[@paultoft8398]

Huntley McSwain... look her up... gonna be with us for a while. Glad she stepped out of jazz for a minute, and into the Dead.

[@DustOnALampshade]

Huntley’s always been a head! She’s amazing!

[@somewhereinthecity]

I'll second the above request for Sugaree. She'd SLAUGHTER it. Sugaree, into Turn on Your Lovelight, maybe, or Wang Dang Doodle? The whole band is amazing, but the vocals are just... just... completely out of this world. Every nuance perfect. If Bob Weir hears this, Ms. McSwain might find herself onstage with Dead and Company this summer, or Wolf Brothers. Damn near fell out of my chair listening to her renditions of Minnie the Moocher and Lennon's "Jealous Guy." Just WOW.

[@unknownkingdom]

Really? She seemed to not know the song

[@hallbagger]

Yeah, that's it

[@paultoft8398]

For sheer musicianship and interpretive style, and the vocalist, this must surely be one of the winners in this year's Covers Project. If not, then I may lose faith. Well, not really after 50+ years on the bus.

[@rhlang11]

that's talent...

[@Gratefultom]

silly with the masks

[@lynnefisk9218]

Wow,they are awesome and the young lady, Powerful ❤❤❤❤😮🎉😂❤❤❤

[@namelia4439]

Beautiful voice, nice transition, great cover - thank you!!!❤

[@BOAZW92]

Daead and company must invite the amazing singer on stage with them

[@rickgarcia239]

The gal has a great voice! Excellent take on the "Rose".... Did they break into someone's studio? That is usually a big buck proposition...

[@DustOnALampshade]

Thanks Rick! The bassist used to work at that studio - legendary Columbia A and Quonset Hut in Nashville.

[@rzambory2938]

very nice !! thank you !

[@darkangel8989]

One of best Dead covers I have heard!

[@genosiegelli5237]

Wonderful … sweet … ❤

[@TheSilverblade41]

so wheres the drummer?

[@shinyheadmusic]

Great work, y’all!

[@LobbVT]

Very well done. Thank you

[@gregorythomas2674]

Well done!! 👍✌🏻⚘⚡🎸

[@SD_Marc]

Damn. Nice job!

[@john-gd7oo]

Wow Amazing

[@stevenfields2635]

really nice

[@tizzlecardenas1662]

AMAZING

[@adamgill1278]

😊✌️