Benjamin Tod of Lost Dog Street Band, "Hungry For You Blues," // GemsOnVHS™

[@GemsOnVHS]

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[@lastone163081]

I'm interested in investing. I love you passion/my passion.

[@Fall0utC0bra111]

Benjamin, I’m sure you’ve heard this more than you can stand. But I discovered your music during a dark and abusive time. In fact, my abuser showed me your music. That was the only good thing I think they’ve ever done in this world. I have sat with your music and held on to every note, every syllable, every single chord. I would sit by a fire all night, drink and listen to your music behind the crackle of a good fire and it sincerely healed my soul and kept me on this earth. I am now married to a wonderful woman,have a beautiful little daughter and am living the best life I can provide for myself and them. You’re an angel, sent here to live as one of us and have saved so many just like me. Thank you, Sincerely. If you find yourself in north Louisiana, you’ll always have a place by my fire or a place to lay your head.

[@billyjhpone4988]

Healing songs for people thought to be broken beyond repair. Please know youre making a difference in peoples lives, thanks for keeping on

[@albertsmith4809]

When make an impact on and become inspirations. We have been to lows in our and so many other people's lives, mostly because of ourselves and the way when it we react to admiration or praise. When things get comfortable and it looks like things will be better, and it is awful because we know better and we also know the outcome......... First thought wrong. We always make the wrong choice. We don't know why we do it when we want to change, but like Icarus wanted to fly to the sun. Amd so we lose everything in a matter of months days or as soon as overnight. Everything and everyone that we loved and cared about. The accomplishments, core values, they all mean nothing to us when made the decision to instead of not jump off the cliff and remain safe And stable able to experience life and do things to remember. We without hesitation, take a few steps for a running start leap off and out from everyone and everything we knew we cared, loved, wanted, and even just absolutely needs. Some say we lose everything. But truth of the matter is we willing detach and freely and wholeheartedly surrender and give away. Of being of sound in mind and body. We throw ourselves into a world that almost an exact replica alternative reality. While others live and grow and enjoy being of free will and always the possibility of improvement. We purposely fail the test. Make the wrong choice. Inflict pain and suffering, misery and failure ............while at the same time knowing what will happen to us but loving the excitement of the unknown. We end up losing most of and in unknown numbers ourselves or absolutely everything we are, we were, that we can be. We become empty shells of distant memories that our family's, friends, and more than any other wish and pray to become reality again in our lives. For the rest of our lives are spent in only a f

[@FunkyGene]

Yuppp

[@MamaBekz]

I don't know who you are, but you seem to know what I know.... thank you for being you. From colorado with love

[@sammears1317]

Good stuff

[@Supish001]

Your listening to blues. This can be be healing or self reflection, Wich may cause healing but most people come here to feel it then heal on their own. If they have the strength.

[@gruntmezera123]

The perfection of the dog bark while he sings about howling for his healing gets me every time.

[@tamarafields4672]

First time I heard this particular song , when the dog barked I thought someone was home :)

[@HawgNutz]

Can't buy stuff like that.. Awesome I thought too. My life was taken but I still her. This is my anthem

[@bentuck743]

Chris Holder bro what’s up with all the swazis I been seein on these videos. Fuck outta here with that bullshit.

[@sydneyneill6537]

rightt

[@patrickforte8432]

I'm glad others picked up on that. My arm hair stood up.

[@rodeyrode]

I am going through dark, dark days. Trying to get clean, trying to fight my demons, trying to hold it all together and not get lost in my own head. This helps, a lot.

[@GemsOnVHS]

keep on livin buddy

[@misterkelly4103]

I'm so empty at times it hurts. I always used to take til I made it through, but these days I can't even see the other side of these feelings and faking it just feels contrived.

[@HOSWELL444]

I think I got my first verse to my song .. cheers :)

[@hobbitmansstash]

Love ya dude I'm struggling as well

[@jasonmitchell6092]

@@hobbitmansstash keep ya head I'm Fighting demons some days better than others gotta jst keep pushing

[@barbarapettry6817]

"...and I carried 'round a crate of hate for feelin'..." Verses like this are why Benjamin is Top-Notch!!!

[@TheKickback21]

Thank you so much for making this beautiful music. You have helped me through so much these past couple months. Your music and message has meant so much to me. please never stop.

[@ltdsci2171]

Nice words! True music needs it as you need true music!

[@glenstalnaker696]

Jeff

[@glenstalnaker696]

I've been through all of the same demons

[@leftyjones9792]

I agree

[@skatanicus]

For the record, no one can say anything for you.

[@nataliebaker5986]

This song, Benjamin’s work by himself, and with Lost Dog Street has been getting me through one of the deepest heartbreaks I’ve experienced in my life. Thank you Gems on VHS and thank you Benjamin Tod for having one of the most beautiful minds and creativity.

[@josephfriend7442]

found LDSB less than 6 months ago. some of the most profound and meaningful music I've ever come across. this definitely is a continuation of that.

[@turboturkeypunch]

This song inspired me to pick my guitar back up and start playing again. My new favorite song.

[@kendadrover176]

I never give two shits to comment. But as one to another, thanks. Right now my pals are dropping like flies and hearing this makes it not okay, but better. Ride on.

[@deadimdead4241]

Its terrifying. I know if I ever go out again, I'll be dead.

[@jessepurser854]

Kenda Drover, same here. Listening to his songs, every lyric he sings you can relate to in some sort of way. The first time I heard one of his songs I felt some sort of emotion for the first time in a long time. It does make it a lot easier.

[@Isogrnrgrass]

Kenda Drover lost a few myself, really close ones. I feel ya brother

[@slapthelip8260]

Now these are the gems i end up finding that keep me up too late

[@lostboys9733]

The look in that man's eyes.... I know that look , I carry the same one. thanks for the song boss!

[@The_dude94]

To me that looks like a look of heart break and feeling very very down on yourself, I could be wrong though!

[@timbrittain]

Look of ex _ maybe _junky

[@flyinmanatee118]

This is a cover of a hundred year old plus shanty Irish song that never actually existed.

[@christopherotis1531]

I needed to express and hope that Mr. Tod reads this how much this song hits me ...walks right directly through me and is very relative to my ...state of mind as of late ...i want you to know it brings me to tears because its the shoe that fits thats bein worn . This song is gonna get burned to the ground in my world ....everyone around me will be tired of hearing me belt it out daily but idc.I also want you to know its slowly but surely helping me through my current depression ....Thank you.

[@mcclatch10]

Christopher Otis I've been listening to everything I can find by them. Ben alone is amazing also. I know what you mean about the shoe fitting. Keep you're head up brotha, you'll get through it if you don't give up. Much love.

[@john38261]

Same here I relate to all his music. I'm actually going to get a tattoo of a sentence from one of his songs.

[@otisfirefly6824]

Christopher Otis well said.

[@beavercleavage2499]

Im Benjamin Tod...for real...its me! You guys wanna go train hopping? Wanna get banged by some hobos?? CHOO CHOOOOOOO!!

[@evigvandrare]

I've listened to this six times in the space of an hour and a half. This song just resonates me. Can't wait for Ben's new album. And thank you man so much for filming his music!

[@jeffj318]

Music, window light, lyrics... All superb.

[@justincase8239]

There's a Rolling Stone article on the young man behind this channel. www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/gemsonvhs-meet-the-youtuber-whos-spearheading-a-new-wave-of-diy-americana-703681/

[@tommillward8927]

Benjamin Tod's work is a prime example of proper and honest music, that we all need and long for. Thanks for the music Benjamin, hopefully we'll see you and Lost Dog in the UK soon!

[@HawgNutz]

My God Ben... my my my..... you're a gift to the music industry and you are a wordsmith. your combination of lyric and melody are second to none,and the emotional impact of each word are heard and felt by me and everyone else who are worth their weight in salt, I have listened to you for years now and I still remember the first time I ever heard one of your gifts, "I will rise" will forever hold a special place in my heart and life, I am honestly probably still here and able to thank you today because of that gift of words and music you call song, I call it a gift and medicine for the soul... From the bottom of my heart and from every molecule I am made of thank you a trillion x trillion for sharing your gifts with me and the rest of the world, I believe that the world would be a much better place if we had a few more people like you to heal people like me inadvertently by doing something healing for yourself like writing this song, we are all connected to each other somehow and I am grateful that I brought in contact with your music, no doubt I believe that you saved my life by writing this and also by some other things you've said in interviews or comments during videos , I am so grateful to you and I am forever indebted to you

[@jasonhughes1910]

Just beautiful damn music. A million thanks to my friend who showed me The Lost Dog Street Band

[@sourcepilgrim3174]

Timeless sound. I adore his work

[@ryansherrill4724]

You do an incredible job with his videos. Thank you for almost catching an undefinable soul.

[@GemsOnVHS]

Thanks for watching!

[@ryansherrill4724]

Watching is an understatement. I think I run through all of your videos with Ben on a daily basis. Where did you film "The Mountain"? And where are you based out of? Sorry if thats personal for KZbin, but the people wanna know! lolll

[@justincase8239]

Rolling Stone article about the young man. www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/gemsonvhs-meet-the-youtuber-whos-spearheading-a-new-wave-of-diy-americana-703681/

[@ryangallagher9684]

I honestly want to know who the 33 thumbs down are. We can fight

[@repetemyname842]

Ryan, its up to 132 now. Thats 66 apiece, I got your back.

[@fugi6910]

same@@repetemyname842

[@john38261]

Just young kids who don't know the struggle. And don't appreciate music from the heart.

[@offmeds2nite]

@@richardwatts5530 Got your back.

[@kenpachizarachi3419]

Let's beat some musical appreciation into the mentally deficient fucktards, go back to your cardi b and eating ass with that ignorant shit.

[@calliewood1462]

Me and my husband stumbled upon you guys about 3 months ago and you have been on repeat ever since. Thank you so much for your art! We are a lot like you and your wife (I’m assuming) he has struggled with demons and I’ve been there through it with him. A lot of your songs hit him hard, but they hit me like a brick wall. I tear up when he’s around when we listen to certain songs because I’ve seen him at his worst and his best. We love you guys and hope to catch a show one day soon! Please take care of yourself and continue with the passion you have for telling your story! 💕

[@breannak4866]

Miss and love you Eric. Thanks for putting this kind of music. Helps with the healing process/grief more than you know.

[@brookelyn1659]

Miss and love you Kevin 🖤 "Oh now ur missed and I'm diseased.. im getting by on my old friend morphine.."

[@brookelyn1659]

Music helps soo much with grieving! ... hope youre doing ok. Much love to you 🙏

[@AustinKingsboro]

Benjamin Tod and Lost Dog are my absolute favorites of all time. I’ve never heard music that is so well written, so musically rad and so relatable to my own life. There are very few artists/bands that I feel like are creating songs about me personally. Even though they are not actually personal to me. Thank you. I’ve gotten through some of my hardest moments to these songs. Thank you. Can’t wait to see the show in the spring.

[@savageman7047]

Watching in 2020. Can so relate with this song.

[@fightinfire33]

You sing from the soul thank you for what you do i am obsessed with all your songs this one is at the top of my list now fall from grace and now this one can't get enough of either one

[@aliraye1781]

I've never been moved so much by anyone's music as this fella music right here. holy crap it doesn't get better than this.

[@RavenRandumb]

Heartbreak makes the best songs.

[@josephfriend7442]

their music helps to restore faith in humanity. cheers

[@11lance77]

I can't break this by listening too many times can I? ; )

[@erikarobertson2596]

11lance77 if it was possible I would have broken it already. I think it's safe.

[@lbraun8492]

I hear ya. I've had to resort to headphones as my family doesn't appreciate the repetition as much as I do.

[@otisfirefly6824]

l feel the same! Some people don’t have to deal with the struggle. Kudos 😉

[@travdaugherty4614]

Still Feeling It in 2019. Thanks again brother. For that

[@centerb541]

Trav Daugherty I had to buy the album! His music and lyrics are top notch! 👌🏻

[@starparticles6250]

Song brings me to tears every time I hear it. Amazing song.

[@doigkundtz3503]

Absolutely fantastic!!

[@brandonjacques7804]

Every time this song ends I feel like I should applaud. Unbelievable stuff! Keep writing the songs of real peoples lives, and you’ll never get old!

[@raymondwalker8458]

So beautiful thank you

[@icollectsticks3318]

Water for the soul. Thank you for helping someone mourn. Keep bringing these musical blessings.

[@Maskin-n1]

This man knows how too touch my soul in a way only my self conscious mind knows.

[@swampnauts8239]

This is the best song I have ever heard. @GemsOnVHS - your film work goes overlooked sometimes but you do a fantastic job. Thank you for the content! I drain my data early every month on these vids haha.

[@GemsOnVHS]

lol, thanks mate, from one data drainer to another.

[@nicholasterrell1301]

This song gives me chills. Thank you for who you are!!

[@Paulrusheed]

Big thanks from the woods of Mississippi to this band! Really feel these songs. My brother sent me a link to these guys late one night now I’m listening late at night! Music never stops

[@naomiwymer8237]

this touched my heart in a way it hadn't been touched in a long time

[@erikarobertson2596]

I am so in love with his music. It speaks to my soul.

[@GreasyMooseKnuckle69]

I love the dogs response at 1:27 They know what’s up

[@1224bobo]

there is so much talent out there that should be famous and so famous "talent" that should not be heard on the radios, we need more like LDSB

[@lostdoggy6965]

Ben has a beautiful soul no doubt. I wish Lost Dog the best, they deserve every single view they get.

[@H1P420]

Thank you Ben this songs exactly what I need these days, thank you

[@The_dude94]

Another one from lost dog that perfectly sums up how im feeling these days, I love your song writing ben.. it always speaks right to my soul!

[@jakearthurs9443]

Last year I started listening to your music, and it’s unbelievable how much I relate to you. I sold all my instruments so I could get my fiancé her fix . Then I said might as well, didn’t have my music anymore. I’m sober now and I don’t know if my fiancé is dead or in prison. You’re music helps me through everything now

[@sedatedsith]

Stay tough bud.

[@pocketlama]

There you go living life. I hope you're well. It's not easy.

[@evigvandrare]

Pretty sure these are the lyrics: And I saw you cryin' in the pale moonlight. Oh and I was trying to set things right. Oh face to face one million miles apart. You walked away with my only heart. I can't complain, I'm a sad ol' tune. Oh and in my grave, I'll remember you. And from beyond I will call you soon. And with a song I will carry through. And I spit and growl instead of breathin'. I drank and howled for my healing. And I carry round, oh a crate of hateful feeling. Just trying to lose those hungry for you blues. And the stars align for us to be. Oh and in my mind you were everything. Oh, and how we kiss could ignite the seas. Oh, and now you're missed, and I'm disease. And I'm getting by on my friend morphine. And I hope I die on this dingy street. Though your mind wanders endlessly. Don't waste your time pondering me. Do not waste your time pondering me. And I spit and growl instead of breathin'. I drank and howled for my healing. And I carry round, oh a crate of hateful feeling. Just trying to lose those hungry for you blues. Just trying to lose those hungry for you blues.

[@bretbrowne9155]

Kveldulf I think it's 'a crate of hateful feeling'

[@evigvandrare]

I think you're right! I'll edit it.

[@tensadawolf4718]

Hate to be picky but it's "a crate of hate for feeling."

[@thewerd1982]

It's, 'diseased' and 'feelings'. Pluralize that shit yo

[@tobysshades]

TensaDa Wolf it's a crate of hateful feelings

[@billhughes8237]

This song really "hits the spot"

[@krazykimberlin]

love your music man (Benjamin Tod). thank you for sharing GemonVHS

[@awryguy1967]

Been hearing this song bless my playlists lately and everytime this song plays through my speakers I start tearing up. Them hungry for you blues sure are hard to lose.

[@meganelizabethfrandsen4547]

I f el This song in my soul. It's Ben helping threw a very hard time in my life, I love it. Thank you for making it.

[@amandacobb9803]

Wow!!! I love his voice but especially his words and FEELINGS !!! So heartfelt. So special!!!!

[@haleystansberry]

Love it.

[@calebcantshred]

The level of artistry here is absolutely astounding. Thank you to everyone involved here to make this happen.

[@craig4047]

I started listening to this and have found piece. I was at war for a decade. Listening to his voice it made me feel something like seeing birds for the first time. Death loss and addiction, and life will find a recovery. We shall be found again to who we were ment to be.

[@bothatguyyoudontknow]

I've started drinking again all because of an ex that i can t seem to let go...saw her in a car with someone else the other day and it's set me back to square one. You helped show me that I'm not the only one thats missing someone that's no longer able to be had.....so we numb that pain.

[@lukelee7826]

[@drewpridgen1182]

good to see you are still sharing what you have with the world . keep at it ben . much love -coyote

[@carriebakeryoung858]

i absoulty love love love yoe ben...but why are you so so so so sad ...in time whatever it is you desire it will be fullfilled ..so please keep the beautifull music coming....i listen to you literally all day everyday ...i love your acecent..love and always listening ...carrie

[@juliocarlos7268]

His songs always hit the spot. You guys do an amazing job finding artist with meaning and soul.

[@chrigi111]

Amazing song! Greetings from switzerland. Me and my brother are huge fans

[@elishavaughn8333]

THAT DOG BARK ABOUT HALF-WAY BRINGS IT HOME LOVE IT

[@jasonmitchell6092]

This man and a guitar makes the best music helped me.through alot

[@bloomintobe]

Ease my soul. Can't wait for them album. Glad you're not rushing for a dead line. I'll wait as long as it takes until it's just what you want to put out. Thanks for all these years of music ben

[@Losalpesd]

People, pay attention please. These are hit songs you have the privilege of getting free from an up and coming artist. They are genuine, from the heart, and not from a commercial music factory which is why they are so great. Ben, you have a god given talent to connect with listeners with your lyrics and music. Please, please more!

[@pourich1]

Need to put together all of Lost Dog's live stuff on some album for us..

[@GemsOnVHS]

one of these days.

[@benjahminerakabuckshotbrot2919]

GemsOnVHS u said it gems

[@howtodrown]

meefking8404 then buy the albums, duh.

[@pourich1]

yes.. we need the live versions on album.. The mountain being one of my favorites... we needz

[@joewalton89]

he's said this song will go onto a solo album he's working on

[@OhiosOfficialTBMA]

such an amazing REAL song/artist. It really doesn't get much real than this.

[@aaronanderson2731]

fucking THANK YOU KZbin, for this bitter washed up has-been (myself) for finally checking out the recommendation on this artist, because my narcassitic self would look at the thumbnails to the videos and be, pfft, nother, train hopping folk punker wanna be... but dammit, google youwere persistant, and one night in my drunken stupor , I slapped on some head phones and gave "using again" a listen per the recommendation, and I can't even begin to elborate what a fucking slap to the face of refreshing honesty and despair of emotion and passion I was exposed to... I can not get enough of this guy, I literally have to stop listening to him sometimes because its' just too fucking honest and relatable to the extent that I need not feel like that all the time.... don' twanna go all Elliott Smith finale onthis world , but wholy fuck, Benjamin Tod.... Is... Amazing.

[@ethanleclair300]

Your music has done so much for me. Thank you. Stay strong my friend. There are others like me that feel your pain.

[@donaldwhite1684]

Wow. I saw one of your songs on Facebook. I was up late and a friend posted one of your songs. Any way my family and I are from the south. West Virginia we come from a long Line of tap dancing. Man we love your sound. true sound. Heart man . You guys are great. god bless u. Keep making that beautiful sound.

[@avh41082]

Donald white THE Whites of West Virginia?

[@jamestally7184]

I simply can’t believe how amazing you’re writing is Benjamin, it’s just beautiful, sad, poetic and painful. Every time I hear a song that’s new to me, I share it with friends and it becomes a new addition to everyone’s playlist.

[@richardcecil1190]

Anyone who put the thumbs down is ignorant. We can fight over this. This man sings the hard truth of a lot of us. Thank you Ben

[@tompkinsjohnny1009]

His music saved my life

[@DrBetelgeuse]

I know this isn't the most recent video you have of Ben and Lost Dog, but you guys at GemsOnVHS are a machine at capturing their work. Been binging on all their videos you have of them. You film exceptionally well!! Keep it up!

[@DJprimeceptor]

I listen to your music daily, my girlfriend showed it to me and I finally found a voice that speaks to my soul man. Thank you very much, come see us in Louisiana

[@tsmithkc]

It's got something of an old-school Tom Waits feel to it. A leathery old heart full of broken glass. Perfection.

[@larzadams5533]

So awesome love all his songs and covers just bought all I could find!

[@benpalance8816]

I love this man. I love his band.

[@jaredroney9412]

Realest music I've heard in a long, long time. You can feel that it's real. Thanks for sharing the words and music that some of us can't find a way to express.

[@rosstinbender3431]

Its songs like this that make me miss my dad. Hes locked up for a while and i always want to show him new song's.

[@sporfrog1]

opened a whole new world to me. . I thank you for that. Please keep keepin on!!

[@davidserrano4877]

Love this guy..lost dog street band is really good...and im hispanic lol

[@jamesengland9257]

Man these guys never get old !!

[@nicsmith8850]

Every song I listen to i think is my favorite every time I listen to it

[@bottlebrushmedia]

amazing how such beauty can be created from just six strings and a voice.

[@ronaldnoble9694]

One of my very favorite performances

[@elijahtanton6137]

Underrated. Most relatable song I've ever had the pleasure of listening to

[@vbear8501]

I love this music. It feels real.

[@lukebenoche3075]

This song takes me back to when life was harder. Makes me glad i made it through.

[@charliefarrell5681]

Only came across you Benjamin great voice and great story's in your songs keep going and keep them songs coming

[@dexron2497]

I think it's safe to say you can hit the like button before you even hear the song this guy writes gems Everytime

[@davidharrison172]

Beautiful song!

[@SevenCrowMusic]

Your music has helped me so much man. Thank you for all of your beautiful music. Please don't ever stop

[@Soulfly169]

Perfect as always! Cheer from Québec, Canada guys.

[@miraraaa4306]

The voice of an angel. So talented!

[@pickititllneverheal9016]

Really enjoying this songwriter. Big Thumbsup. Using Again is probably my favorite. I can relate to this music. It has meaning. It tells a story. Thats how music was meant to be. Keep em coming Ben.

[@dongarcia4279]

Your music helps me through so many hard times

[@abexlincoln]

8k wtf .. this is my favorite song mang. I love this diddy!! ❤️💪❤️