Guns N' Roses Witchita Lineman (Glen Campbell Cover) Remixed Audio

Wells Fargo Center Philadelphia 10/8/17
Original Uploader of footage: Jim Powers
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[@perryjohnson8213]

Man, this is top shelf right here. When GNR covers a Glen Campbell song, that is huge.

[@brt-jn7kg]

James Tull was my father. In December of 1973 he was electrocuted with 169,000 volts for 18 seconds and lived. He worked 33 years for the power company after that. Every time I hear this song I think of my daddy.

[@michaelmcfalls8134]

That right there is an f'n song. Write it and send it to Axl. My condolences.

[@amkamrath]

Have you seen the movie Life On The Line? The credits are a tribute to guys that died in just one year if I remember correctly. Good movie

[@BrianCannon-qq3mc]

That's a legendary tuff dude in anyone's book...

[@coletemple7333]

I had the priviledge of seeing them perform this live in Tennessee last year. This song always reminded me of my old man. One of the best linemen in the country. Still on the line

[@vinyllpreviews9462]

I seen them perform it in Wichita.

[@bcaye]

Respect for your dad.

[@danozism]

This was recorded 2 days after Glen Campbell died, one of the best singers of this song. This is a great tribute by G&R. Axl sounds great, as do Slash, Duff and the boys! Cool shit

[@chevy4x466]

This performance was breathtaking. To take on one of the greatest song by perhaps the greatest american musician speaks to the skill and talent of axel and guns

[@bienvenidovelasco6834]

GnR a dynamic band transitions into magnificence

[@nebnep]

I'm not a G&R fan, but they really nailed this amazing song with respect and tenderness!

[@gmorrison1962]

The best version of this song you will ever hear is from the band called "a girl named Tom" on The Voice look it up on KZbin you will not be sorry! Their harmonies will blow your mind.

[@scottschmittmusic]

Ain't that the truth

[@scottschmittmusic]

I think axl missed his calling

[@emilynrory]

This is one of my favorite sings. I was afraid that the notes might be beyond Axl’s range, now. But, boy - he nailed it. And, I always thought Slash’s Spanish-guitar influence would fit this song perfectly - and, it did. I’d love to hear an entire album of Jimmy Webb covers by G ‘n R.

[@edcastillo9342]

A great tribute to the legendary Glen Campbell...RIP..

[@DT-rt4bb]

glen and all the 70s country guys were the shit

[@splendidrenate]

You don't see this one coming! What a great voice if he really sings instead of screaming

[@MusicAsWeMakeIt]

You can imagine the challenge.Slash had trying to teach them to play this

[@scottay69]

Great version, much respect for the band to keep it so close to the original.

[@MusicAsWeMakeIt]

It's slash

[@5speedMax]

I've never heard him sing in a normal voice. He should do it more often. Good job Axl

[@downtownneonlights]

Listen to the song Patience, uses his normal voice.

[@edenblack5470]

ikr...

[@RyanConnell5150]

Patience before the coda of the song.

[@gregorycrosby5304]

I agree. Very well done.

[@puuxexil]

He begins Pretty Tied Up with his normal voice.

[@douglayton3498]

What a beautiful tribute.

[@johngotone4334]

Axl finally grows up

[@ericcooper4749]

Great stuff

[@caroljamieson4520]

I am so moved by this cover. This song has just returned to my memory and I am listening to every cover I can. Such a tender song.

[@stacyottaviano494]

Carol Jamieson me too!

[@carouser]

Likewise!

[@danozism]

You've probably heard this Carol, but I'll shoot you the link anyway. This is Jimmy Webb ( who wrote the song). It's my favourite version. REM do a cool version too, it's also on KZbin. Cheers- you have good taste in music! kzbin.info/www/bejne/an3HpZV3e9aXqas

[@kidotai1777]

Every time I hear this song it brings back lots of great, but emotional, memories of my youth and of my father.

[@SplinkProductions]

Totally agree! The band must really like it too since they’ve kept it in their set for so long.

[@xYakuzaz]

I think Axl's voice changed with age in a way that it doesn't even suit his own songs very well anymore, but then with covers like this he proves he's still got it, but maybe his older self is just better with a different genre, something softer just like this which he performed incredibly well!

[@jbloodwo]

That is what bands transpose songs down a couple of steps as the singer ages.

[@angelamalcomb1373]

Well, for heavens sake !!!! What a wonderful job Axl did with this song !!! Should be proud of himself!!! But then again, Axl always seems to do anything he sets his mind to !!!!!

[@angierucker5505]

This is incredible, the music/acoustics is outstanding and Axel's voice is spot on!!! I love, love, love!! r I p Glen Campbell!

[@johnnyrod9262]

2 weeks ago in Raleigh NC they performed this song. They did a great job.

[@JSBIRD69]

Amazing cover!! Very respectful of the original, but with a very sweet flavor of it's own.

[@geraldfitzpatrick9123]

JSBIRD69 It's fantastic isn't it? Greetings from Belfast, Ireland

[@new_kingdom8679]

@@geraldfitzpatrick9123 ☘️🍀☘️🍺☘️🍀☘️🍺Greetings Brother☘️☘️🍺👍

[@jonathanhandsmusic]

Really nice. I mean that! A great song for these guys to do.

[@southrnlvingsc]

Wow. I wasn't sure what to expect but whatever it was, I was pleasantly surprised. They did such a NICE job and Axl's voice sounds great. I love that he added a few nuances that made it his own but still respected the soul of the original arrangement. Beautiful.

[@CosmicallyCrystal]

Axl’s voice is so beautiful!!!🤍 I’d love to hear him cover more country songs and sing in his pristine, lower register as well.❤🎶

[@cloud8317]

This seriously got me into listening to Glenn Campbell

[@SMGMusic14]

Same, phenomenal guitarist and songwriter.

[@cloud8317]

@@SMGMusic14 Really just a great tribute. Great playing by the band and Axl sounds amazing in his somewhat normal register.

[@timsanderson5572]

@@SMGMusic14 I agree completely, although Jimmy Webb actually wrote this song. Glen just made the best version of it.

[@donnix7119]

@@timsanderson5572 Fun fact, Glen plays the solo on a Bass VI, a six string guitar one octave down from a normal guitar but still tuned E to E. He used a Danelectro Bass 6 in the studio and a Fender Bass 6 in the video.

[@andrewthomas891]

agreed

[@towjam2359]

Did. Not. See. This. Coming. GNR covering Whichita Lineman and knocking it out of the park? Much respect to Axel and company for paying tribute to one of the best musicians ever! RIP Glenn Campbell.

[@kevinharrington2078]

Man, Glenn had just passed, whoda thunk that Guns n Roses would tribute him,,, man that's so cool of them,, Respect

[@DT-rt4bb]

appreciate one of my favorite bands in college (88) paying tribute to one of my favorite songs

[@WhitLong-me6kr]

Slash is so respectful of the master Glen Campbell

[@lynne5322]

One of the best songs ever written. Thank you for the love and respect for it.

[@neriksen]

That’s respect. Well done boys.

[@xyzlne]

Axels voice is awesome.

[@breebryant4037]

Truth!...

[@neptunedawn7121]

Axel's voice is awesome as long as he doesn't screech!

[@WarmothGuitarist]

Axl really should sing like this more often. He's really got a great mellow voice.

[@stephenruff157]

We all know Ax is an amazing singer. His range is perfect.

[@rebecca75588]

This is one of my favorite songs ever cant believe fortus told me they covered spectacular job boys

[@kevincrisantemi1891]

So cool! Gnr has always been my band...my mom used to play Glen Campbell in the car...now she listens to this with me and loves it!!! Lol...got my 70+ y/o mom to be a guns fan after all😁😁 she loves them all now lol

[@pianomanhere]

Excellent performance and a fine tribute to Glen Campbell as well, who died right around this time.

[@JackF99]

Got to give the band props for courage here. When metal bands cover actual well-written songs with good lyrics they usually fall on their face. Their fans aren't used to that.

[@TravelingWastrel]

Guns N' Roses knows how to write a song or two . . .

[@yaboi2500]

Two things. 1. GNR is *not* a metal band. 2. Usually, metal covers are as good as, if not better than, the original.

[@fishhuntadventure]

Huawei is a criminal organization. ‘Weak solo’ No matter the genre...simplicity or complexity... Other than maybe only 7 or 8 guitarists... anyone would be pretty hard pressed to do a worthy guitar solo up to the standard of Glen Campbell. It’s not even about precision or accuracy, or musicianship. When he wanted it to, Glen Campbell’s guitar playing didn’t generate emotion; it was emotion. He played in a way that can’t be taught and experience or practice can’t provide. He generated ‘feeling’ with guitar strings that only a modern day Bach could reproduce. So, ya, kudos due here.

[@andyshores9391]

You picked the wrong "metal band" this time, dude. You will not and could never, find better song writers than Axl Rose and Izzy Stradlin. Bar none. You can name plenty in their league but you won't name any better. Clearly you haven't listened to any Guns N' Roses. Put some respect on that name.

[@williamarbogast349]

Great tribute to the GREAT Glen Campbell !

[@ADDIDASSSSSSSSSSSSSS]

Most excellent performance!!!

[@wendyj.6922]

This is absolutely! beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@vinyllpreviews9462]

They need to make a studio recording of this song.

[@DickTwatkins]

Rumor has it it’s going to be on a new EP called GnFnR coming out October 1st

[@bertpar68]

Agreed

[@wmpetroff2307]

with that guitar riff.

[@dmslandscapinghardscapes7382]

What a fantastic job Axel did. 😊

[@angierucker5505]

That sounds great, the music/guitar is fkn spot on. Glen Campbell would be proud.. Good job boys!! I love yall

[@garylindsey5174]

Great tribute to a great performer and one of the best guitarist ever! Thanks GNR

[@johnness2457]

I seen them do this song last month at the concert in Portland. Great job on a classic song

[@joemachunda]

GnR singing a song by one of THE best guitarists and singer ever!

[@billybreeze190]

I just gained a ton of respect for this band

[@jennifervaughan2688]

Heard this for the first time in Dallas the other night, and it was just gorgeous. One of many many “favorite” moments of my (FINALLY) first GNR show.

[@DarrellStuart-zk8pw]

I think Guns n Roses does some of the best covers on sing that I've heard, they take their time and do them justice it's wonderful.

[@thomasmills6784]

Axel kicks ass with this beautiful adoption of Glen Campbell’s original song. I would vote for Axel Rose if he ran for President

[@Romulus8]

Not a big guns and roses fan but big respect to them for covering this great song from a great man.

[@mikec2988]

A great tune thats sung with feeling from guns and roses with Axl and the band with those good times that never fade.

[@laviniapelliccione6426]

The respect shown here is incredible. Next to the original, this is the very best. If only Glenn Campbell could have heard it. He surely would have been brought to tears.

[@anguitenens]

Strange hearing him singing in his lower register, but it sounds awesome!! Very nice rendition by the band. 👍

[@rickpoker]

Don't ya love it when the camera doesn't have a clue which guitar is playing the solo

[@muskndusk]

I don't think the camera realised it was Slash not Duff playing the solo. I used to fancy Duff back when these guys were hot.

[@RFXLR]

muskndusk It wasn’t Slash playing the solo either.

[@muskndusk]

@R You Don't Know Was it Fortus?

[@RFXLR]

muskndusk It’s whoever’s playing the white Gretsch guitar. Don’t know if it’s Izzy or...?

[@terryomalley1974]

A great rendition of a great classic by one of the greatest artists, regardless of genre, of all time. Well done!

[@leepalmer1210]

Well damn!! That is seriously good. I'm not a huge Guns and Roses fan but if they released this on an album Id buy it !

[@magneto7930]

I was already prepared to dislike it, but this is great!

[@kimber45ish]

Hauntingly Beautiful..am absolutely mesmerized. Ah, the solo. Amazing.

[@jenniferlea8082]

I love this Glen Campbell song and I have been listening to it a lot lately. I just found this video of Axl singing it. I love his voice and all his albums so this was a real treat and a wonderful tribute to Mr. Campbell.

[@CoolCat11]

Wow... It didn't see this coming...!!! I thought "train wreck" when I read the title. I'm busy eating humble pie now. Loved it!!!

[@waynemiller6070]

I'm glad I came across this version.

[@mariankratzer1994]

Absolutely beautiful

[@oiramsq73]

I’m in complete awe of this! Mucho Kudos for the Band! VERY Cool!

[@mattm597]

I'm glad they did this Country-Pop cross-over classic. I think maybe Axl is trying to prove that he is actually capable of singing grown-up songs......the kind that don't involve screaming. Not a bad job though. It's nice to hear what Axl's natural singing voice sounds like.

[@tensphreak]

What a great rendition of an American classic from a legendary artist to a legendary band..

[@knk4ever83]

Heard him sing this just last night, and he killed it! love you, Axl!

[@normhalliday1640]

Glen is watching and smiling. GnR did it right.

[@theirishgirl6809]

Whoa! This totally gave me goosebumps! I did not expect that... I don't even get goosebumps when Glen sang it! Right on Axl, good job! 🎤🎸🎶

[@PinkyJujubean]

This is so beautiful. They really nailed this and it was a lovely tribute

[@thomasmills6784]

Axel Rose kicks total ass on this beautiful adaptation of this original Glenn Campbell song. I would vote for Axel Rose if he ran for President

[@thomasmills6784]

Absolutely- Axel is Super…. He has a great singing voice. For this song, the first time I ever heard it was on the Ozark series… I think it was season #2. It truly is a beautiful song.

[@curiousnomad]

Showing respect for a brilliant musician and a brilliant songwriter. Glen Campbell and Jimmy Webb. Tells us about the depth of the musicians- they’re much more than a Sunset Strip rock band.

[@MikeM91320]

Great cover and a great tribute. Nice job Axl and Slash....and band.

[@bluedog1532]

Not many people know but Glen Campbell was a phenomenal guitar player he was sought after by slash,Alice Cooper, Eddie van Halen,and a myriad of the best for his knowledge and teaching, them to play their music their way. You'll never be forgotten old friend your in my thoughts daily anonymous

[@danamaguire4285]

A lot of people of a certain age know it. We grew up watching him on TV quite a bit.

[@tensphreak]

I like that little low dip note in the chorus..axl’s personal touch to the classic

[@yourtubesteak]

Wow! Surprisingly excellent!

[@victorrasicci7819]

Love this song! A great choice!

[@scottschmittmusic]

You Go Axl!!! Wow thats youre best song i ever heard you sing... Seriously

[@dlamb2840]

Axel sounded superb performing this. Great respect to GnR for keeping fairly true to Glen Campbell’s original. Just tremendous,!

[@tictaktotiki]

not my favourite version, but so honest. so respectful. so out of character. so its brilliant.

[@markparent5112]

That made my heart smile. Thank you.

[@toddcote2710]

Won tickets to this tour they played like from 7:30 to 11: 45 long awesome concert! Drove 2 1/2 hous to work changed into my work clothes in the parking lot never slept totally sober! Worth it!

[@anthonyramey7917]

The age on his voice, and their experience makes this work. His younger voice wouldn't have the same weight. And they were doing the song justice on strings.

[@dyrtisanchez5349]

I am loving this performance especially Axle's vocals which I think was so nice and meshed perfectly with the rest of the band. More like this from them would be great. Great version of this song.

[@AlexLopez-kt4hg]

Well done. Great cover from a great band.

[@tommyhunter9641]

The power of a Jimmy Webb tune. Done well.

[@kamanama3671]

I’ve never wanted to bed Axl Rose more than after hearing this! Oh my God! I need a cigarette and a mop!

[@1966wilky]

Bloody good job Axl! Beautifully sung and despite it's simplicity it's not an easy song to sing.

[@rebecca75588]

I cant get over that gnr plays this I listen to this song everyday lol 🤣 and I love this version.big Glenn Campbell fan here I love rhinestone cowboy and southern nights they should cover that.

[@trooper744]

Not an Axle fan, but this was really really on point.

[@inxs5860]

The voice normal him IS BEAUTIFUL 😍

[@vanessaleetroy7306]

Beautiful cover of this Jimmy Webb classic

[@keithallen5795]

My friend at Sony said Glen Campbell was absolutely beautiful very young.And about the best."The line" was belted out by Glen.Very beautiful song for its time.Still is. When the world was young.A simpler life ago.

[@jennyrine7216]

I really expected to hate this, but I was very impressed!

[@jagfromtexas]

I saw Glen do this many many years ago at his concert. Damn awesome cover!💯👍

[@thomasmills6784]

Very Well Done - Excellent. I love Glen Campbell and I love GNR AND Axel Rose. Axel Rose is a wonderful man - A wonderful human being. I loved GNR prior to Use Your Illusion 1 and 2, but Use Your Illusion is what hooked me for life to GNR. There are some real masterpieces on Use Your Illusion 1 And 2. November Rain - A lesser known song I always liked from Use Your Illusion 2 is “Pretty Tied Up” And from Lies - “One In A Million” - great song with great lyrics. Axel tells it like it is No BS in that song. GNR and Axel are just wonderful people and I truly believe the lyrics from “One In A Million” say it just exactly how it is and how white is superior and good Christian values.

[@transelvis]

A great artist will always protect and preserve any great music-bravo A-rose N Slash!

[@janiterinadrum1627]

Axel's one of the best vocalists to ever do it... I wouldn't have guessed they would have covered this song in a million years but it sounds awesome

[@smwoutdoorfishingadventures]

he actually has a pretty voice. Nice cover. That song always gives me goose bumps

[@GBPLVR]

Because GNR music is so different than Glenn Campbell's I wouldn't have ever known that they were influenced by Glenn. What a nice tribute 👏🏻 ❤

[@lmbscriptsharcs2044]

Glen Campbell influenced performers across different genres. Legend is that Eddie Van Halen asked Alice Cooper (friend and golf partner of Glen) to arrange a private guitar lesson. That says so much.

[@SplinkProductions]

What a great song-I’m glad they’ve left it in their set.

[@lorenzonez8719]

💖💖💖💖💖Super awesome concert 🙌 and Super love Glen Campbell all the way RIP SALT LAKE UT 🙏

[@joekarl7342]

Awesome, love this song.Slash solo at the end is incredible. WOW!

[@KnightOnBaldMountain]

Wow. Excellent cover.

[@zzzzxxxx341]

Much, much respect guys.

[@melissatyree566]

This may be my favorite cover of this amazing 🎵song .

[@greghardison8505]

What a respectful and meaningful performance!!!! Wow!!