Garnet Rogers - Night Drive - Listen Up

Garnet Rogers talking about and performing one heck of a powerful song. Doug Long backs him up on fiddle. Please excuse the occasional hiccups, but it's encoded from a vidoe tape

[@djsvmm]

If you think this is good, you should see him live. Garnet is an amazing man, phenomenal singer and incredibly entertaining storyteller.

[@donaldvandevenne7267]

I' ve only seen him once about 5 years ago. He was incredible. A great story teller. His music has so much depth.

[@Neptoony]

Garnet is fantastic on stage. A different vibe from Stan, but so extremely gifted as a songwriter, a musician, and oh! that voice! And his sheer stage presence, his wit and his stories, make for an unforgettable night.

[@hardtosay4321]

The trouble I have with Garnet's and Stan's songs is half of them make me cry!😂

[@jimfell7147]

Forget Beiber, Drake and the rest. This is the true music of Canada, fortunate enough to have presented Garnett at the Vital Spark Folk Club, many moons ago, and his encore was a tribute to Stan, the most moving version of Northwest Passage I've ever heard with 200 people doing the vocal. ABSOLUTE MAGIC.

[@hardtosay4321]

I saw him 4 or 5 times in the 1990's. Met his Mom. Honestly this is Canada's First Family of Music!! I have shared their music to everyone I know.😁👿

[@ClintonAllenAnderson]

David Robichaux He's still out there.... But his touring circle is getting smaller and smaller.... I would not be surprised if he's wending his way toward a great deserved retirement. If/when he ever does, he will be missed something fierce!

[@hardtosay4321]

I am going to see him in October with Archie Fisher! The Final Trawl.

[@robreid1543]

I was the guy off camera interviewing Garnet, who I have known for close to half a century. I think this is one of the best versions of Night Drive. The closest thing to a live performance--when Garnet was in his prime. I was proud to be a part of Listen Up with feature filmmaker Terry Odette and others.

[@greggfoy894]

Nice, Rob. I agree this is very great and to me, a powerful version of Night Drive. The echo of Garnet's electric guitar is a touch haunting set against the 90's cinematography. Doug Long's fiddle accompaniment is splendid and the two parts crash together quite well at the crescendos. As far as the visual aspects of the performance, both players keep you engaged in a dreamy state of wonderment.

[@woolst]

A beautiful ode to Stan, I love this song, and Garnet is a treasure. Thanks to both of you.

[@alisonascot]

This is one of the most profoundly moving pieces of music I’ve ever heard, and it’s beautifully delivered here. I have seen Garnet Rogers live twice… Once at the Folkway in Peterborough New Hampshire decades ago, and more recently at Peterborough Players. It is in the most intimate settings that his extraordinary sensitivity shines through.

[@karlzeh4856]

Garnet we saw for first time at the Folkway in Peterbourgh, NH around 1985. Saw him there with Archie Fisher, also. Just saw him last night at Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs, NY. And we have seen him at least a dozen times in between.

[@reeceguisse17]

As a long-time fan of Stan Rogers, I was horrified to have not known until recently that Garnet is just this damn good!

[@marygallagher2709]

I was at some folk concert a few years ago with a friend and before the concert started, some of Garnet's music was on in the background and my friend who was with me who was a Stan Rogers fan and did not know about Garnet told me how much it sounded like Stan. I was a Garnet fan who did not know about Stan so we both learned of a new Rogers that night. I have sought out Stan's music since and she and I have been to see Garnet a few times together in NJ where we live. Such a tragedy to lose Stan but what a treasure we still have in Garnet.

[@kathyvandevenne6028]

@@marygallagher2709 I have had the fortune to see both of them several times. Saw Stan many times at a small coffee house in London, Ontario called Smales Place.

[@cookingwithcandles]

Dam! I just found out today

[@kurefarm4]

Garnet and Stan are two of the greats in the Canadian music scene. Both as writers and performers. I was at his concert in the Sundre, Alberta Concert Hall 17 years ago.

[@michaelcostello7080]

I’m close to tears as I listen to this song….such a loving tribute

[@gibby6904]

Check out the Small Victories album.....his best....Outside Track and At A High Window are also excellent......

[@jefferymatuszak4988]

Thought I knew folk music. This is beyond extraordinary. Song for a dark, lonely night.

[@bobandrayfan1]

I have seen Garnet at least 3 times and he's never failed to deliver! I saw him last year in Portland ME and bought his book.. "Night Drive" 700+ pages of great storytelling.

[@breakbetweencodecall]

Garnet plays with soul and passion. I have had the privilege of seeing him live in Winnipeg. He is a phenomenal musician. One of the best.

[@Neptoony]

They often played the Winnipeg Folk Festival, and in addition to powerhouse performances, were a lot of fun too!

[@koribrus]

Yes, the brothers Rogers. True Canadian legends.

[@TyteFystedFolkie]

Ya know, oftentimes, it's when I read the comments of others, that I feel myself in the company of warm and kindred souls.

[@abishagijh]

Have been privileged to hear this live several times.

[@SlightlySusan]

The album is called Night Drive. Garnet gave it to me once when I was volunteering at Cambridge's Club Passim for helping him sell CDs. Magnificent man.

[@TheCowardStrikesBack]

I love this song. have followed Stan from the beginning.

[@lanecobb4150]

Going to see Garnet at a small venue December 1 in New London, NH. Heard him several times at a tiny club (Middle Earth Music Hall) in Bradford VT where I first heard him perform Night Drive. Hope he does this one! So haunting and beautiful.

[@TheCowardStrikesBack]

This is Garnet Rodgers

[@lking8263]

I've said this before but will say it again, he makes that guitar sing.

[@Bullet4345]

Reading "Night Drives" now. It's a thick book but one of those long reads you don't want to end. I'm glad i came across it.

[@lgcrooks]

I saw Garnet Rogers perform at the Winnipeg Folk Festival some time ago (perhaps 1996?) and he sang this song. At the time I was a little dissapointed with his show. But as I reflect, I think I was looking for a re-incarnation of Stan. Which, of course he is not. Although, there is that deeep, baratone! On listening (emphasize "listening") to this song, now I get it! Great song, and I love it!

[@imafishgod]

I had a dream, it seemed so real. The Northern Lights are shining...Absolute truth in this powerful piece.. Thank you for sharing that REAL gem with me.♥

[@jeanph]

This is very impressive: The performances and GR's song are wonderful; also, the lighting and camera work add a lot. Night Drive is one of those spell weaving pieces of music that can easily get stuck in your head.

[@Jcrowe206]

I was at that show and it was one of the most awe-inspiring performances I have ever had the privilege of witnessing. Such an intimate setting for such an emotionally powerful musician

[@g-girl9867]

Saw him at Ninegret 20 years ago and later under a smaller tent, intimate. I'll never forget this feeling.

[@verified139]

My very favorite Garnet Rogers song - and it's a big list! Thanks for posting this. An amazing musician.

[@jdolew]

@TheSuemac no he's Canadian, check his wikipedia. Although he remains underappreciated here in his home country, sorry you can't have him!

[@lindaworkman988]

I love him. I live in Vermont, saw him once, recently missed him, but am now on a mission to see him again, maybe in Ottawa.

[@doitdiddy]

This is the song I heard Garnet do in Springhill, I was and am so impressed with this one.

[@robmurray1990]

Only tonight,after listening to this song for a few years, did I realise this was for Stan...... Pure magic..... And thank you for posting!

[@lgcrooks]

I should been on top of this, but this past June 3 (10 days ago) was the 25th anniversary of Stan Rogers' death. A great loss that is stilled mourned. The Winnipeg Folk Festival closes the festival each year with the singing of "Mary Ellen Carter". There will be some special thoughts this year.

[@mgray1959]

I saw Garnet last summer in Wakefield Quebec.I'm a big fan and this film is great to see. I live in England and do all I can to promote his music!

[@Kenjock3000]

Many years ago, I reconnected with an old friend, to whom life had not been kind. Needed a break. So we went to see Garnet in concert . She had the best evening in decades, all thanks to Mrs. Rogers kids. Did it again, the next year too!

[@kristenmaclean1108]

I am a great Garnet Rogers fan too and my Mom was a McKim. Maybe we are related

[@TyteFystedFolkie]

This is one of my GR favorites. Does anyone have information regarding the when/where of this "Listen Up" program??

[@ffggddss]

First saw him at a mass, all-star performance in DC (WFMA benefit concert, Lisner Auditorium) in, I think, 1990. He played this song, and I was totally struck by it. Asked him afterward, in the lobby, how he got that sound effect, and he actually explained it to me briefly. (He has a very open personality.) Also asked him what album it was on; it wasn't yet, but he was planning on putting it out soon...and so he did. This remains one of my top favorite songs. Period. And I have many hundreds in my collection, that I sometimes perform.

[@irishlike1]

Could you please share his answer about how he is getting this sound effect?

[@Tearloch]

He is a beautiful soul.

[@ffggddss]

@@irishlike1 It's a common feature in guitar amps - I believe it's called "reverb." It takes any sound input & makes it echo, with the time interval and amplitude of each successive echo, being adjustable. Being (so far) strictly an acoustic player, I don't have personal experience with this effect, but I might acquire this capability soon. Fred

[@westernmaryland1928]

Clinton, I am almost finished with Garnet's novel. Its is outstanding. I hope all is well since the Garnet Yahoo list is no more. Mike

[@ClintonAllenAnderson]

There is still his "fan club" on Facebook Cheers eh 🥂

[@westernmaryland1928]

Thanks for that. I am not on Facebook, long story why. Thanks for letting me know. Garnet looked great in May in concert. Mike

[@ClintonAllenAnderson]

@westernmaryland1928 You're not missing much not being on FB!

[@westernmaryland1928]

@@ClintonAllenAnderson Clinton, thanks, as the argument with some from Sweden, about the 4th of July, some years ago, was the breaking point! I hope you are doing well. Garnet's new novel is fantastic for someone doing this for the first time. The main character has the same personality of Garnet. Perfect! O:) Mike

[@nonewherelistens1906]

Love his voice.

[@cphill2012]

The guitar work is really good on this one. Still can't believe Stan's been gone 30 years now.

[@Mtnsong]

I have seen and visited with Garnet 2 or maybe 3 times in Montana - he has been so ahead of his time in his musicianship and song writing and song performing!

[@Neptoony]

It is so heartbreaking, and loving, and true. He's right...as Stan's legend has grown, the man has gotten lost. I was lucky enough to work in a club in the early 80's where Stan and Garnet played once or twice a year. It was always a Big Event. I don't claim a close association, but we were friends-in-passing, and had a lot of fun, teasing and flirting, although neither meant a word of it. I had chances to socialize with them, at some of the festivals I attended. And a few quiet talks, especially with Garnet after Stan's passing. I think it was a struggle for Garnet, coming out of Stan's shadow (not that Garnet was the least restrained on stage when they performed), dealing with his own grief and everyone's expectations, and just making a living. He always had an abundance of talent, but has grown over the early years to a formidable presence. They were a huge presence in that phase of my life, and I feel such love and affection for the two together, and for Garnet.

[@jmad4306]

Hey Charlie Anderson, Nice recording! When was this recorded? An approximate year would be fine! Thanks, Juliet

[@allabouttheink]

This is correct and thanks for bringing it up. They say he survived the crash but died trying to save others. I don't know if its true or not but I choose to believe it. This song brings tears to my eyes. Just listening to the songs that he wrote and sung while he was alive makes the perfect proof that he was indeed a hero and I will forever think of him as such! MLC

[@pudops]

allabouttheink it is true! My father's friends wife was on that flight but she died from the fumes but Stan died because he would rather give his life to save which is a true Canadian hero!?

[@g-girl9867]

Cried both times I heard Garnet perform this. That guitar sound - like the wheels on the highway, vibrato like a bell moving forward fast yet slow. Ever young and ever dearer...

[@CarolanIvey]

Ran across this gentleman's name in the comments on a Tannahill Weavers video. He now has a new fan. :)

[@zimzoomit]

I have always loved Stan Rogers' works but when I heard Garnet perform Night Drive at Jammin' Java, in Vienna, VA, several years ago, I was "taken" by his talent, immediately.

[@ffggddss]

I saw him play there a time or two, too, but he turned down a request to play Night Drive. I think he's got to be emotionally ready for this at any given time, and who could blame him? I sometimes get choked up when I play this, and I never even saw Stan live. Also really dig Garnet's song, Stars in Their Crown.

[@russelldeanna9198]

Haunts my memory of driving at night alone and thinking about memories. Imagine life without memories? Not a good image.

[@1962RJP]

He and Doug Long should be as national institution. And guitar isn't even Garnett's first instrument. It's his third after violin and bass.

[@lgcrooks]

I return to this song often, because I love its haunting nature. There is a young woman from Atlantic Canada - Amelia Curran - who has adopted this guitar style in some of her music, and I think it is great.

[@Skelter84]

this is a really sad song. Sleep Well we will miss you.

[@coomhola]

Love this version so much more than the album version ... there's just something about Doug's heart-wrenching viola that adds to the power of Garnet's powerfully visual poetry and the spirit of his deep, sweet regret. I'd like to see this rendition on an a future album. Was difficult to pick an all time favorite off my music list, but I have ... and this is it!

[@bekkibearheart7939]

Love this song and what a lovely version... nice to be able to share t with friends...

[@Tammywid]

WOW makes the hairs on the back of your neck stand up - love the song, love Garnet's music and words. thank you

[@josephvaters2947]

Garnet and Doug, what a duo...what a tribute to Stan, and in the process, what a tribute to Doug and Garnet...gotta love this.

[@Hyalucent]

Thanks very much for putting this up. This song is pure magic.

[@piniped]

I saw Garnet do this live in California, very moving...!

[@lindaworkman988]

Just like the very handsome actor, Jason Momoa, who is admired by both women and men, I'd bet Garnet Rogers falls into this category too.

[@ItIsJustJudy]

Garnet tells a very funny story about some woman telling him that “everyone” knew he (Garnet) and Archie Fisher were a couple! 😆

[@lynnevogelsang4907]

Just saw Garnet perform and had a chance to chat briefly with him..love his music!

[@leifchurchill]

I saw garnet in grand forks BC one of the best shows EVER

[@zimzoomit]

I love this song but I also loved his brother's songs of which my favorites are Forty Five Years and White Squall. I can, in my soul, hear the musical soul connection, between these two brothers, with this song, Night Drive.

[@Neptoony]

Liking one doesn't negate the attachment you have to the other. Both formidable talents, converging and diverging.

[@JeanStAubin-nl9uo]

Mesmerizing

[@Larixlaricina]

Still beautiful

[@taranimator]

@TheSuemac He's from Nova Scotia, Canada, b'ye!

[@cambridgeratmom]

@jackwhiskey it's a violin

[@cataloger1]

I love this song, and I love this performance. And while Doug Long is a great fiddle player, and this is a good performance by him, I prefer hearing this song with just Garnet and his guitar (and the delay effect, of course). But that's just my opinion.

[@leifchurchill]

Really love this song

[@cataloger1]

I don't deny it's a nice sound...it's just my own taste on this song, as I've seen Garnet play it solo so many times...I guess I'm just used to it this way.

[@savageminstrel]

Garnet and Stan are and always will be the best. I WISH I could write songs like this. I could die a happy man.

[@coomhola]

@cambridgeratmom Whoops, sorry! Don't know what in the world I could have been thinking ... dang, it's so hard being right about everything! Regardless, pretty wonderful poetry, singing, and fiddlin'.

[@coomhola]

Is it possible to get a recording of this actual session. I have the night drive album, but much prefer this touching rendition with Doug on the fiddle. Let me know. Thanks ... Best song ever!

[@pudops]

Garnet I grew up in guysborough county the same county you and Stan grew up only I grew up near lochaber lake!

[@lgcrooks]

@TheSuemac Damned straight he is Canadian! And a part of Canadian folk music fabric as was his brother (the late Stan Rogers, who he singing about here) and his nephew Nathan Rogers.

[@TyteFystedFolkie]

Thanx. What other artists have appeared on "Listen Up"?? Sheeesh, I've seen Garnet perform this tune live, twice, but this clip causes it to just keep growing on me.

[@ghochheimer1]

Garnet mentions the Tannahill Weavers in a Silly Wizard, Betsy and Cathy Rogue Festival clip posted on KZbin, and if you enjoy it, you may also enjoy the Woodbridge Dog Disaster, and a song of his brother Stans, the Wreck of the Athens Queen.

[@CanadaArtChannel]

Just saw Garnet at Hughes Room in Toronto. Fantastic. Baught the CD. Played it on the way home

[@lgcrooks]

We just got back from a road trip from Winnipeg to Victoria. Now, I can relate to this song better. Of course I cannot feel the loss of a brother - yet.

[@petersimonsen2185]

i know some of the mountain roads. one 2am in march i stopped on the trans canada near banff parking in the middle of the hiway. the northern lights were musically bouncing around us and if you add a bit of far distant thunder you have this song.

[@jeff61177]

what a loss. just tragic. but garnet sounds great. so touching.

[@Ottawarocket]

How long have I been sleeping?..awesome song

[@woolst]

Thank you for posting this. I wish I had a better way of expressing myself.

[@taranimator]

@TheSuemac He's from Nova Scotia, Canada, b'ye!

[@pudops]

taranimator his mother is from Canso but Stan and Garnet are from Hamilton Ontario

[@TyteFystedFolkie]

What happened to the "Frankie and Johnny" video??

[@devilmaster73]

the user who posted that got booted I believe.

[@1955canfarmn]

beutiful beautiful song ...wonderful music

[@grapenut2457]

Anyone have a video or "The King of Rome"?

[@Ambidexter143]

A great song by a great performer and songwriter.

[@jellison01a]

an absolutely fabulous and powerful song.

[@cambridgeratmom]

@coomhola it's a violin, not a viola

[@ninjaa54]

I just love this song :)

[@zimzoomit]

His brother, Stan, was one of my favorite artists. My favorites of Stan's was Forty Five Years From Now and White Squal.

[@ffggddss]

Yes, I'll take those, along with The Mary Ellen Carter, Field Behind the Plow, The Jeannie C, and House of Orange.

[@angryman9]

Absolutely magnificent.

[@Skelter84]

stan rogers is the real big joe muffera, he walked it as he talked it

[@ffggddss]

Yes. Although, as Garnet himself relates, it's been said of Stan that, although he wrote so many great songs of the sea, he himself could get seasick walking across a wet lawn!

[@lillyandruben]

beautiful voice