Gene McDaniels Sings "A Hundred Pounds of Clay" 2010

Gene and guitarist Kent Allyn perform Gene's 1961 song as part of Arts in Reach, an important community arts program that works to empower teenage girls through mentoring and the arts. (www.artsinreach.org)

[@Tmbroadway06]

It was the first day we met him, we worked with him for two weeks and got to know him a lot better, we grew to love him, and we were all very sad when he passed.

[@Subfightr]

🫂

[@MikeBlitzMag]

That was definitely a box of Kleenex moment. Professor McDaniels came full circle in his later years, and soared here. Absolute, utter perfection.

[@jeffgreen7499]

Here's a very fine performance by Gene at 75 years old, with excellent assistance from guitarist Kent Allyn. Gene sounds great and looks great. It's difficult for me to envision that only a year later Gene would be gone. RIP.

[@ginny5937]

Its 2020 and I'm still listening. Gene is as handsome and his voice just as smooth and beautiful as ever. He had a dignity that reminds me of Sidney Poitier.

[@adventurer150]

2023 and this song popped in my head outta no where so I had to look it up so I could share what I was singing around the house. Found this video. Man he was fabulous . This crowd didnt even know how blessed they were. What a beautiful voice

[@70banksia]

What a beautiful piece of music history here and what a lovely guy to boot.

[@Veegzee]

I remember this day very well! It was a hot, early morning that we got to listen to Mister Gene McDaniels and Mister Kent Allyn and personally I loved the good time we had. I'll never forget the experience we'd been given. Many of us were nervous with these amazing people here in front of us. I remember wondering if we could really relate to those that were so successful and known. But I was taken aback by just how warm all of them were! It was definitely a learning experience, and a reminder that even widely respected, successful, and known people who seem far away from reach are still actually /people/; genuine feeling, heart, flesh and blood. Gene was an amazing and creative person. He was also very kind and very friendly, and getting to work with him, Kent, Dennis, and Shannon was absolutely amazing. Thank you Gene for the inspiration that helped get our creativity flowing, Kent for the support and the willingness to work with everyone individually to help them flesh out their own creative style as well as melding our styles together, Shannon for thoughtfully bringing us all together and making it possible for us to have such a childhood memory, and Dennis for the enthusiasm that /kept/ us all together and the life lessons he gave us. I think I speak for many of the girls here when I say that this experience we had was truly one of the bright highlights of a lifetime.

[@mocrg]

This is why we should support the arts.

[@victortravers8723]

Dumb comment! get a harmonica and go to a nursing place as Gene was before he went to Heaven. In Maine USA buddy,,

[@victortravers8723]

say what? I live in Michigan, and I am "VIC"

[@victortravers8723]

We have several folks in residential nursing retirement houses who have talent and ready for you to come visit them with your gifted talent, that means you! really. I will die in my easy chair at my owned house and let the city & bank have my property tax to give back to the arts, missions and God thankyou

[@pillmanfan]

And he did it all with just 100 pounds of clay! Yes, he did!

[@caitlinlasher5405]

I was there during this! Ahh, gene was (and still is!) the coolest person ever. He was so nice, and so genuine, and I even got to record a few songs with him(: it was amazing! Rest in Peace, Gene, us AIR girls love & miss you

[@cliffcal986]

Wow Caitlin, what an experience for you. Have any of those recordings been released?

[@michaelsmithe5228]

NICE THAT YOU GUYS (LADIES) GOT TO HEAR HIM SING AND THE LYRICS ARE SO VERY POIGNANT FROM THIS WONDERFUL MAN/PERSON ! GOOD IS JUST GOOD AND EVEN IF HE WERE SINGING A PHONE BOOK ! OH SORRY, HOPE YOU KNOW WHAT THOSE ARE/WERE TOO? NUMBER #1 HIT IN 60 or 61 I THINK AND AN ALL TIME GREAT TUNE R.I.P. MR GENE ✌🏼💔

[@justicemoke3172]

Which one were you?

[@angels4bobseger]

Rest in peace Gene. Beautiful song.

[@tarquin45]

These girls were priviledged to see a great singer like Gene McDaniels whose voice had lost little over the years. I was sad to read on here of his passing. I had been playing two of his albums today and I came on youtube to see or hear any other songs I didn't have by him. RIP Gene, your voice was superb and you looked like you were a right nice guy.

[@electrojones]

I love what age has done for his voice. It's warmer, and more natural. That might just be the comparison of the way music was produced in the 50s and 60s. Good guy.

[@bazouteast]

True of many artists. Especially so here....

[@sling3shot]

I was 10yrs old when first heard this on the radio in 1961 in my dads 59' Dodge station wagon. I loved it the minute I heard it and I love it even more today. Thanks for the memories Mr. McDaniels

[@nectarmusic3898]

One of the greatest voices of the 60s!

[@phillipruck3638]

I'd like to thank you Gene McDaniels for your contribution to the music world

[@orchidbirds]

I listened to this song almost every night on my little record player. Thank you Gene McDaniel, after all these years I can say that.

[@willruha3983]

Almost a half-century later, and Gene McDaniel's still KILLS it with his magnificent God-given vocal talent. God bless him. What a great artist. Fantastic. Wow! I LOVED this.

[@tbbb2]

This was the second 45 I ever bought. To this day I still think of Gene as one of the truly great singers of his day. More people need to know this man and his music! Thanks for posting this.

[@helenredmond2742]

So glad to see him again. I'm 80 and just loved his music and brings back all those memories and times so long gone.. I'm from Australia and just saw clip singing Another tear falls and reminds me of my hubby of 60yrs passing away 6 yrs ago then to read now Gene too has passed away too..now I'm really in tears?.pity some radio stations don't play all this great music to new generations to enjoy....RIP..

[@scottybroker]

after 50 yrs, he still had it. RIP my brother knowing your music and person were and STILL ARE AN INSPIRATION.

[@Airolgiram]

One of the songs that helped me, as a 14 year old new to this country without my family, to make my life more bearable. Thank you so much Mr. McDaniels.

[@mikeanderson7962]

AMAZING song by an all-time legend. My mind is STILL blown by McDaniels' "Headless Heros" album!!!

[@TropicDunes]

A relaxed, down-to-earth, wonderful rendition of the song! What a talented artist!

[@randyfatthumb]

the most musical human being i ve ever heard,think of gene everyday.and always will.

[@rollickingprods]

hi caitlin, so nice to have your comments. gene loved doing the workshop and was very happy with the song and video, and especially enjoyed his time with all of you. hope you are doing well!

[@RaptorKiller01]

These girls had no idea who this man was and by not knowing could not enjoy the beauty of his music. His voice is beautiful. You could hear the same voice in him but just in a lower tone. BEAUTIFUL.

[@MrDhvinyl]

I will never forget seeing him at Maidstone Granada, England, in 1961 with Johnny Burnette and US Bonds. I still play his songs constantly - what a voice!

[@Christian06820]

This was one of the first records I ever bought when I was 10 years old in 1961. He still sounded great and I wished I could have been there to let him know how much joy his songs still give. A wonderful video...RIP, Gene.

[@casildavelez5911]

.....still diggin it in August 2020💜

[@renatonunes2550]

So beautiful to hear an older McDaniels once again. Remember listening to him singing this very same song in 1961 when I was still in High School.

[@lakepipes52]

RIP Gene, thanks for the music....

[@stevecarlson6462]

I sang along with Gene when I was eight years old every time it came on the radio. Just a fantastic song for a truly great singer. Gene McDaniels!

[@georgequarlessquarless1902]

That was a wonderful duet. I only had a 3 or 4 of your records when I was about 15/16..but I got to see you a couple of times in the movie 'Its Trad Dad' and your rendering of 'Another Tear Falls' totally stood out. Saddened to read of your passing but the legacy of yourself & your gifted voice on record will all be kept alive and never forgotten. RIP Gene.

[@darrellthibodeaux417]

I always listened to Mr McDaniels as child on up. I just found out he's with his Father in Heaven. I still listen to his outstanding music. I miss him so much 😢. RIP Mr McDaniels 🙏

[@MaryjosaphinaKellyLynch]

what a great live acoustic version....R.i.p Gene ♡

[@JeffMcNeal]

Brought tears to my eyes. God bless Gene.

[@charmq777]

Have you covered this? ♥

[@JeffMcNeal]

@@charmq777 Interesting you should ask. This was the very first tribute impression I ever performed, over 750 videos ago, in 2009! It was singing along to Gene's original hit while driving in my car that gave me the inspiration!

[@robertmeadows2432]

WE SURE NEED THIS SONG TODAY......

[@garyjones2561]

Why's that? ☺

[@robertmeadows2432]

@@garyjones2561 Why Ask Why?

[@garyjones2561]

@@robertmeadows2432 Because I don't know why you think we need it today.

[@robertmeadows2432]

@@garyjones2561 It was not really for today...I posted this 2 years ago...so now you know the rest of story...

[@garyjones2561]

@@robertmeadows2432 Uh, I still don't know the express need for it in this day and age. I think it's as nice a song now as then. The message to me isn't terribly profound but moreso catchy.

[@flowerpower3005]

I can't stop smiling....this makes me soooo happy.

[@bmac6731]

What a JOY to hear this song again, after so many years. Gene the Gifted Music MAN. 🎶💝🎶

[@TheDharkMagician]

This is music in its purest form!! Tears!!

[@darlenegist8234]

I have loved this tune since I was a grade-schooler! Along with Tower of Strength. Wore my Mother's 45's out. So thrilled to see him in his last years! I still listen to these tunes incessantly! I'm near tears at finding this video clip. RIP

[@smilingbiter]

Boy! Does this ever bring back memories, and I guess how old I am.

[@Facundoramirez100]

This was a beautiful song and well sung by Gene at that time (1961)... This song brings tear to my eyes...

[@bennyjazzful]

I'm jealous that i wasn't there to see this amazing performer sing this wonderful song live. I'm a 69yo Aussie male & can vividly remember hearing all of Gene's records on the radio & loving them all. In my opinion Gene & Sam Cooke possessed the most magnificent voices of our time. They will always be remembered by their many fans>

[@barbieken1262]

RIP Gene. You did a good thing here. Thank you for all of your positive contributions on this earth. Rest well.

[@IIIMoTeC]

Best voice ever "Nasus" thank you R.I.P

[@barryprofessionalmusicianc832]

This is fantastic! I wish I could have been there Gene McDaniels was GREAT!

[@doomdigi5071]

OMG, He is still alive. I loved this song as a little boy. This made my year. wow. Thanks for puting this on. :)

[@joshuaDstarks]

You gotta clap better than that, ladies. A god is performing for you.

[@smokiebird06]

Josh Starks Will you look at some of those dead ass bitches!! Nothing today even comes close.

[@bobsaturday4273]

a saint maybe

[@deraldhamilton8132]

I don't believe this was quite their vintage.

[@doctorfeinstone6524]

@@smokiebird06 did you seriously refer to a bunch of little girls as "dead bitches"? You are filth

[@lospopularos]

@@smokiebird06 I had the same feeling when I watched them, but you said it so much better.

[@pm1035]

When you listen to this I just think what happened to this kind of talent in the Music industry. This is pure talent!

[@CBSEye]

This is so very touching in light of Gene's passing. Thank you for posting.

[@RockyJacksonSTEFnROCK]

Love this acoustic version!! Did a gig last night with the original drummer on this record ..Jerry Lafavor here in Las Vegas

[@JamesPeachMusic]

Amazing talent, right to the end. RIP Gene.

[@rockinrichardradio]

Man, what a singer and what a song! God bless him, the one and only Gene McDaniels. Let's not forget Tower Of Strength. Just great!

[@jeffkehoe5619]

I agree! These little gals don't understand the greatness they are seeing!

[@maunten66]

NI SIQUIERA HABIAN NACIDO ESAS CHICAS.

[@victortravers8723]

Espaniol,, geeks. Musisca comprende ,,, "Caliente!!!", glacies ,,,

[@doctorfeinstone6524]

You don't know

[@gregoryivanov9187]

I agree with your reply. We do not know these female students.

[@gregoryivanov9187]

Why would these female students would not understand the greatness they are seeing? The faces of these girls suggest they are normal like everyone and that they understand EVERYTHING.

[@DetroitLives313]

I just heard that Gene Daniels has passed on July 29, 2011. RIP Gene and thank you sir for the great music!

[@victorlutes2465]

RIP Gene,,, in Heaven! You are forever a definite LEGEND!!!

[@bennybenicasa]

It must be a privilege to enjoy his talent in such a personal and intimate event.

[@privatedetective6516]

Nice! Kudos to Guitar Man too!

[@karenmcdaniels9375]

Kent Allyn, guitar man :)

[@brianjonestone6908]

Great! I'm glad this video exists!

[@joepalka9643]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I've just stumbled upon this video ten years after the fact. Having spent over forty years in radio, more than a few as a DJ. I've always wondered why Gene McDaniels' body of work was not more revered. Would love to hear that voice doing standards, ala Nat King Cole among others. Thank you again!

[@louisyoung1]

That was beautiful Gene.Your songs were special then and they are still special to this day.You were a big part of my rock and roll teenager years.I bet our Creator likes your music and is probly listening to you right now.Will miss you......Louis

[@sharonthomas3459]

Just found out about this song yesterday and i love it. I was born five years after this song. Im addicted

[@AstonJoey]

I did a 2 year tour in Libya. Went into a bar in North Carolina and this is the first song I had heard in the states in 2 years. It was March of 1961. One of my all time favorites from that era.

[@georgeheiner134]

Wow, Joe, that is amazing. I was only 14, but Gene was one of my favorite singers. I had all his albums (and about 25,000 others) but I finally sold them a couple years ago. If I had a buck for every time I played that tune, I probably could cure cancer with the money. Those lucky gals were surely picked by Jesus, and I know the Holy Spirit was in the room with them.

[@barryplotkin366]

WOW. Just...WOW.

[@victortravers8723]

Gene McDaniels was one of the best! in mid 70' s, I hear on radio what's considered Oldies music by then, his smooth delivery and philosophy on love & women kept me out of a troubled "doghouse",, really

[@kpitt1204]

My friends and I used to play this record quite frequently although neither of us was around in 1961. It's just a great song. His dad had it in his collection and we fell in love with it way after the fact.

[@123Goldhunter11]

That voice is classic.

[@hikeoganessian9729]

Nice to see this..it was one of my favorites, as heard on WLS and WCFL Chicago...thx

[@annabells]

wow! Fantastic! This brought back the memory of when I was 9 years old and my father brought home the Hit Parade magazine and I was SO happy reading the lyrics to 100 Pounds of Clay. Will always love Gene's music.

[@AwakenedSomnabulist]

Wish I would have seen him live like that. Great music.

[@TheLionOfJudahTheLambOfYHWH]

God bless you Sir Eugene Mcdaniels, RIP -- 3rd best song of 1961 out of top 100

[@Sparky1002]

Simply amazing that 50 years later Mr. McDaniels would be in such fine voice singing his song that I use to sing too, back in 1961 when I was 13 years old and the "sweet bird of youth" was still in me. Thank you Mr. McDaniels.

[@Calreva1]

God blessed you, Gene Mc Daniels, you inspired me and many others. You payed the ultimate price for an artist for taking the truth to the people. You stood tall and resolute.

[@joetacoma4027]

How wonderful to have been there and shared Gene's talent and love with your peers. Thanks for posting.

[@sherrymeregillano2706]

One of my favorites!

[@Aleboy40]

That was AWESOME! Thank you so much for posting this video ,just Awesome ,wow !!

[@The_Races_Are_On...3...2...1]

That is just a beautiful moment. What a sound!

[@TheLove4Christ]

Awesome!

[@user-rb3pk2bx7f]

Nice. to hear a singer with a good voice and words you can hear and understand. Pop music of today cannot compare.

[@izanabdullah4001]

pure humanity,. thanks , the madness of the world now needs more such songs and singers

[@danielmkubacki]

Wish I could have been there.

[@randrrr2193]

Nicest rendition I've heard in a long time. RIP Gene!

[@atombomb31458]

wow--the guy looked and sounded amazing--with great accompaniment

[@iconaclastor]

wish someone had recorded him do this with a band after all those years he had the same sounding voice

[@bcharles1009]

A sign of a good singer. A REAL singer.

[@jeronunkoffunk9437]

I'd noticed the very same thing, it's amazing

[@markking2335]

I think was perfect just as is.

[@Aleboy40]

I forget Gene you are a Legend thanks Brother😊

[@fjbutch]

He certainly had it right to the end...!

[@nephetula]

What a special song that was, and such a special voice!

[@mrbillhicks]

The comment below from Josh is spot on... Hand clapping in time is required when you are in the presence of musical royalty.. Filmed just a year before Gen's untimely passing in 2011

[@RandysFiftySevenChevy]

If they only knew real music. The crap today isn't , I love this song .

[@summerrains355]

Oh my I love this !!!!

[@jimmyunforgivenn]

Una de mis canciones favoritas.

[@maestrolady]

Farrrrouttt!!! those girls are just soooo damm lucky...they sitting and listening to tha Man!!! Just sooo fantastic...Gene Mc Daniels ROCK!!!

[@marcoantoniosantosfreitass5279]

Thanks for the posting it, Mr. McDaniels. Since I´m already here, thank you for your great contributions to the wolrd of music. From a fan from the very south of Brazil!

[@charliedontsurf70]

outstanding-love you gene,thank you for the music.

[@Frasenius9]

Simply brilliant.

[@guymichel101]

Brings tears (of joy) to my eyes.

[@macyprimm7201]

What an awesome song and performance ☺️

[@lovetheoldies]

excellent assist, Mr Allyn

[@loboestepariochilensis]

nice... nice... nice.... RIP dear Gene, from Santiago, Chile.

[@mrbulkyc1]

Absolutely amazing......

[@clarencewsmith707]

oh and I always loved that song a hundred pounds of clay it just goes to show a song can be simple but very meaningful along its way, god bless you sir, it’s time we all get back to the basics of life in a very meaningful way and let’s put more love and feeling in our love for one another.

[@maunten66]

MUY PRECIOSO TODO ESTO ! GENE MCDANIELS CANTANDO DE NUEVO SU MARAVILLOSO EXITO DE LA DECADA DEL 60. MUCHOS RECUERDOS, MUCHA EMOCION.