Have Mercy - The Other Favorites (Original)

Have Mercy - The Other Favorites (Original) | Josh Turner Guitar
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The Other Favorites are Carson McKee (left) and Josh Turner (right).
Thanks so much to Adorama Music for inviting us to do this shoot with them, and thanks to D'Angelico for providing the guitars. We shot three other performances that day, which are available on Adorama Music's channel: bit.ly/3a8evNO
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Engineering: Julian Evans
Mixing: Josh Turner
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About Josh Turner Guitar
Joshua Lee Turner is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and producer based in Brooklyn, New York. Josh is best known for his KZbin channel Josh Turner Guitar, where he has been posting eclectic cover performances and original music since he started the channel in 2007 at age 15. Josh now tours internationally in support of his own original music, as well as with long-time collaborator Carson McKee, as the folk duo The Other Favorites. In August, Josh released Public Life, his second full-length album of original music.

[@matthewhine6133]

Sweet mother of production value

[@dcarts5616]

Two of the most underrated talents on KZbin. Vocally, instrumentally, lyrically and production quality etc. Well done you guys!

[@brianmorph]

my thoughts exactly...best acoustic duo in decades!

[@GreenMountainVelvet]

Are they underrated or appropriately rated? A LOT of people (including me) feel that these guys are legends. In that sense, they are appropriately rated as legends :)

[@dcarts5616]

@@GreenMountainVelvet they are legends in the making. Agreed 100%.

[@kevinrogers6509]

Absolutely

[@richarddavis3239]

@D Carts - Obviously like me you are a fan of these guys but I have to disagree with your statement that they are underrated. I don’t think they are in any way underrated, they appear to be universally well liked with a well deserved growing base of popularity. 😊

[@trclm26]

The maturity in Carsons voice gets better each song.

[@phoenixwong728]

Most underrated KZbin musicians 10000000000%

[@YahooWahoo1]

There is something about these gents that just heals the soul. Please don’t stop these videos any time soon, you guys have singlehandedly got me through 2020.

[@truthfreezeJIL]

Some real hymns would be amazing.

[@barrethansen2158]

@@truthfreezeJIL There are a few among the hundreds of videos on the Josh Turner Guitar channel. Josh grew up singing in church choirs.

[@truthfreezeJIL]

@@barrethansen2158 Do YOU KNOW THE NAMES? i WOULD love to find em.I was floored when I heard "Sultans of swing " by a boy that was better than original IMO ha .Then I subbed and heard awesome music by him and other singer and others.Such talent but I lament the lack of spiritual songs vs secular only.

[@ichraumauf5532]

Same! Please continue to share your art, it‘s such a light in these times warming my soul!

[@emiliodaddio8517]

I’m not sure about my soul getting healed, but it most certainly has been soothed.

[@georgelennon3618]

Welp. For those of you who missed the late, great Jim Croce era, that’s the closest thing you’ll ever see to Jim and Maury together again In concert in earthly bodies. Soak your souls in this spiritual experience.

[@Thekossiable]

Carson's voice is so timeless. Is it ok if i liked this video before watching it ? 😂

[@DennisRay99]

So do i

[@michaelosolosax]

Have mercy on me Denied myself the treatment I need and it's more than just loving I need to learn to love myself Have pity on me Declared myself a grown man 23 But I was just a baby On my mamas bended knee When I fall behind Then I can´t see That you keep coming back for me I need you to have pity have mercy Now I spent several days in bed Feeling sorry for this life I've led But I am learning to accept that instead I'm surrounded by folks that love me Have patience with me I`m mean well but that don't mean That I have not heard you In my silence in my grief When I fall behind Then I can't see That you keep coming back for me Have patience have pity have mercy

[@woman9783]

Thank you for the lyrics. This is very helpful for people who aren't native speakers. Greetings from Germany.

[@almudenamartinhernandez8488]

Thanks!! I can not speak English. This way I will understand it. The music and the voice are brilliant. Google translation will make I can enjoy it in Spanish

[@donhancock7162]

Lyrics correction to last verse: Have patience with me I mean well but that don’t mean That I have not hurt you In my silence and my grief

[@althejazzman]

Josh and Carson are time travellers. There's no other explanation. They travelled forward 50 years to bring these classic songs to the listeners of today.

[@duncancalder2482]

Your voices compliment each other so well

[@unndunn1]

I’ve had severe depression for most of my adult life and this song really clicked with me. I’m sending the link to my close friends, the ones I cancel on at the last minute, or never call back because I just can’t do it at the time. They never give up on me although I sometimes think they should. Thank you for the great music, it makes a difference

[@nashvegasnow]

Right on being honest about being human. Good on you for having friends who will still hang in. You are changing the world and the human condition. I got the same thing you do. For sure this is a good song for us. In a socially unusual way we have purpose. We allow others to experience compassion and tolerance. It sucks learning to love one's self. Thank you.

[@robbicu]

I'm so glad you guys are still friends and making music together after so many years. Don't ever stop.

[@kevinmichael9363]

Like tasting a fine wine - hints of Simon & Garfunkel, Hall & Oates, and James Taylor. Bravo!

[@gregourmet]

I think it isn‘t really fair to try to put them in a box. They have their own style.

[@kevinmichael9363]

My wine is not from a box either...

[@syhwang5396]

What an absolutely beautiful song. Perfect for the rainy day over here.

[@MrHolycross6]

Has a great James Taylor vibe to it! Just incredible

[@gdavidfrye]

Honestly - and I say this from having played almost your whole catalog - this is probably the best song you've ever written. The performance was great too.

[@karlikarl]

Take 1, for real? You must be kidding. Damn your good.

[@chachmusic8330]

It sounds like a classic American folk song ! A good one !

[@Bazaretbemols]

True! An ageless song.

[@frogsale]

DUDE carson your guitar here sounds absolutely tasty wtf. good job guys

[@barryhaynes103]

That’s a hit!!! ... maybe the best song you’ve ever written ...

[@JackFlaps]

so far

[@thomascussans9844]

Lennon-McCartney circa 1964 anyone? It's a similar sort of dazzling talent. Endlessly inventive and wonderfully filled with music of the most startling sort. Properly remarkable. And they take such obvious delight and pleasure. The solo is wholly an astonishment.

[@cunard61]

Carson's guitar skills have improved dramatically, and you can see Josh's appreciation of that fact throughout the song, his smile never leaves his face. This was fantastic.

[@1mrmerced]

Yes. I sensed that as well. Carson is now a guitar player in his own right.

[@markeiler9753]

I would like to agree canard61 Carson you have inspired me to get my guitar out and learn to play this song still have a studio in the making in Shelbyville ind if you are interested in sharing.

[@dramwillie6311]

This is as good as it gets; anywhere. Songwriting is simple, to the point, and personal--with feeling. Damn, damn, damn good and the line . . .I'm surrounded by fools that love me--universal and so true. For the music execs in Nashville, LA, and NYC you can't formulate this stuff and it is far better, in almost all respects, than the forgettable stuff you are releasing today. This is American music-how it should be-Brooklyn via Charlotte and Indianapolis-damn, damn, damn good!

[@jimprescott5216]

Right on Dram Willie! :-)

[@corriesherman6507]

It's not, "I'm surrounded by fools that love me" it's, "I'm surrounded by folks that love me" just saying 🙂

[@margithlusiak3120]

Carson's voice!!

[@PurpleTT99]

If either Carson or Josh (or Reina or Toni for that matter) were doing this quality of writing and performing in the late 20th century, they'd all be mega stars.

[@carbonmonoxide5052]

Yeah, it’s a shame there’s way less appreciation for this style today than 50 years ago.

[@Razzzz77]

Oh yeah...and not even to mention, that’s an original. Omg. Top Shelf for yrs to come.

[@apocalypseplough8089]

This is their best original.

[@hickoryham2725]

You two have single-handedly gotten me through this year. thank you.

[@zaidhakim]

My two most favourite KZbin musicians. Outstanding talent.

[@Stadtpark90]

I looked for the:”The guy with the glasses and the guitar is best!” - comment, and then decided this time around I could well make it myself.

[@ParaBellum2024]

They're both equally great talents, but the best thing about Carson and Josh is that, like the Beatles, the whole is more than the sum of the parts.

[@NoName-sj6bu]

The guy sitting down is the best

[@titizeking91]

Unanimité d'appréciation dans les commentaires justifiée, c'est incroyable comme la voix de Carson s'améliore au fil du temps. Quant à Josh, sa magie habituelle ne nous étonne même plus !

[@quiqweig13]

This is one of you guys’ best originals - musically, lyrically. Really strikes a note. Man, you are so wonderfully talented. Such a gift that you give. We’re so lucky. Thank you.

[@sunnysmilessunshine4060]

Absolutely agree.

[@sumnerhayes3411]

For sure. It's easy to get caught up in how great they are as musicians - which they are - but this is a freaking song. A song which they knocked out of the park, but also a song that some future performers could cover the same way Josh and Carson have covered Dylan, Simon, and the Beatles. Lord have mercy!

[@nickcarlson6860]

Very sweet. My new favorite song

[@samcapo324]

Another home run

[@ben1NZL]

Wow! That baritone tho...so rich and deep. Awesome performance Josh and Carson.

[@jendlee9996]

My new favorite song! I just found it last night and keep coming back. Absolutely brilliant and beautiful.

[@WidoMiles]

Hoping you come to Argentina, you'll see me for sure if you're playing. We argentineans will always admire true talent.

[@romanabril9976]

seeing both of you growing up and improving your skills it's something so fascinating, hope you're doing great and merry christmas. From Argentina!

[@deborahchapman222]

That was sooo beautiful. Carson, your vocals were fantastic. Great picking, Josh. Great job, guys!

[@thomasversteeg7274]

Stunning. If I were Paul McCartney I be looking over my shoulder.

[@user-xh3yu5ut2d]

Carson McKee is my favorite singer!

[@rocketpost1]

What a great new song, well-crafted and superbly played. Carson's voice always hits the spot and we all know that Josh can play anything. The Other Favorites definitely deserve a wider audience.

[@CR-zh8xj]

Wow! Just WOW! I hope Josh and Carson will have continued success. This video is just a small snippet of their talent. And the comments ... I've had to replay this video 3 times just to read all of the positive comments. So much joy and happiness. One last thing fellas, I hope you remember to thank those who took the time to share their talent, their skills, and their knowledge with you to get you to this moment. They deserve a nod of respect, at the very least, for starting you on this path. We will forever be in their debt!

[@michaelosolosax]

Thank you for that true songtext ... applies also for me ... declared myself a grown man 57 ;-) ... but the rest applies litteraly ... I feel seen and touched!

[@coffeeshopqueen]

Perfect

[@Grumpyneanderthal]

What a moment of clarity of voice for those that have fallen into that well and all but for the strength of family and friends they they have no standing in their world......beautiful on all counts. Possibly an anthem of the fallen....

[@jayroberts2017]

Seriously, one of the very few good things for me in 2020 was finding you guys and your friends on YT. It's truly been a blessing for me in an otherwise dismal year. Thank you.

[@Voirreydirector]

Extraordinary, kids. You are just plain extraordinary.

[@Arnoudtunes]

Carson, you NAILED this vocal performance once more. Love your voice man!

[@AnibalMirandanibito]

Brilliant song and what an astounding lead vocal

[@joehernandez3262]

Always a comfort when two perfect receptors come together and generate an awesome harmony.😎

[@fendr1962]

I listen to a lot of music on the internet and this song by you two fantastic musicians is by far the best music that I have heard and the best that you all have ever put out there. This song is right up there on the same level as James Taylor and other artist of his type. This song should propel you guys to stardom. I can’t stop listening to it. And everyone I shared it with love it also. It goes right past my ears and straight to my heart. Carson don’t ever change the way you sing. I love how your full expression comes out of your voice and facial expression. Listening to you sing gives me peace. Of course Josh you are so multitalented it’s crazy. I love watching you play guitar and sing.

[@emma.harner]

the prettiest place possible to film!! what?!?! the vibes are immaculate and so are the harmonies and that sweet sweet guitar

[@connopv]

I've already commented twice about this performance. I find myself obsessed with this song. Lyrics, melody, vocals and guitars are brilliant.

[@remay11]

What a great song!!! So much better than the “noise” that passes for music these days!

[@PacifisticPug]

Wow. This song sounds so timeless and is an instant favorite with me. You guys know how to constantly raise the bar.

[@benaaronmusic]

It sounds like butter on fresh bread. So good.

[@iangillham9647]

Frankly, an instant classic. Beautiful singing, playing and writing.

[@fendr1962]

Here I sit listening to this beautiful song yet again. Then it hits me. You two are living the life that I wished that I had lived. Totally involved in your music and surrounded with loving friends. It's all so beautiful. Never take your lifes or talent for granted. You are blessed.

[@djnoble1]

I've come to expect absolute perfection in Josh's guitar skills and Carson's singing, but Carson has exceeded any and all expectations on his guitar skills. He's mastered subtlety and that takes a LOT of work. What a duo.

[@johnsipma9382]

Historically, I have noticed that singer / songwriters have a window of creativity, and then one day, for whatever reason, it goes away. Your window is wide open, and I would encourage you to follow it wherever it leads you right now, while songs such as this one are flowing. Have Mercy is magic.

[@robinwilkins1968]

Oh Carson, your voice is just a priceless instrument. Love you boys.

[@user-bh5ql2oc9i]

America really has talent .. fantastic performance guys

[@philipduttonlescorlett]

I have come back to this track several times now and the more I listen to it the more I realise this should have been a hit record. It is perfect, has all the right ingredients and sticks in the mind!!

[@smann43231816]

Wow. One of the best new songs I've heard in years. Such talent

[@katfoxvan2]

Liquid caramel tones. Thanks guys.

[@jessicacosiguitar]

I have never clicked on a notification so quickly. What a beautiful song! You two are awesome! 💕

[@skygh]

Same!

[@ariellalocalwaves]

the note that was sour, he was able to resolve it back on the same fret relates to lyrical content. amazing josh. EXPRESSiVE SOLOING

[@bethpiper6091]

Love this song and Carson’s voice. Still listening from early days.

[@Gerry10661916]

I just found out about these guys. I play guitar and just gotta say, these guys are soooo good together!!! Really love the way they play!!!! Thanks guys

[@thiemofischer2230]

Came here for the music. I have nothing more to ask for. AND the color grading is on point.

[@chrisraleigh6970]

I always come back to this channel when I’m feeling down. Awesome job guys. Another one to add to the playlist!

[@TheDellaniOakes]

Me too! Their songs always make me happier.

[@debgreen6751]

The plants make a great backdrop too.

[@mistergeedotcom]

One of the loveliest new original songs I've heard in ages

[@JulienMENARD]

You take me with you, nothing to add, just perfect. Thank you so much guys for being here.

[@medicalnegligenceband9]

I can't seem to get this song out of my head, its really beautiful. I wish I had a voice like Carson's, its like brushed velvet!

[@joellekelly5002]

My husband and I really enjoy listening to these two guys love love it

[@amandaismysister]

I've been waiting for this song from the second Josh posted a snippet on his IG story, and I'm so happy y'all released. What a gorgeous harmony in the chorus, absolutely can't WAIT for the next Other Favorites album!

[@fendr1962]

Guys. This never gets old. Thanks!!

[@csababekesi-marton2393]

Your cooperation has grown ripe in the last 5-6 years. Many thanks for that.

[@MrJtate]

It’s a hit!!

[@michaelosolosax]

Sooo funny, when KZbin auto generated subtitles translate Joshs solo with "APPLAUS" ... thats right ... I am applaude with joy!

[@onetouchtwo]

Holy production!

[@jettabartholomew1118]

You guys are Grammy Winning TALENT FROM YOUR CORE💙💙💙

[@crystalpalace4641]

Very unique This is exactly the way I've been feeling today, Thankyou my friends for putting it into words and music. Love you guys from an old grandma of 10

[@conanseibel4464]

To me, the mark of a great song, is when it sounds familiar the first time.👍🏼👍🏼🥳

[@kimberygraf5404]

Have mercy, Josh and Carson, on these old ears.... Just superb yet again!!

[@Kobor_Tamas]

I wish I would born with so greatful voice like Carson has!

[@grahampowelljr1]

That's a real good song, but the video is really outstanding. That's professional stuff right there.

[@Igotknobblies]

That....well.... Started off with a simple chord progression then turned itself into a work of art.... and the lyrics are superb, then I see its original, all you're own work? You guys really are destined for the giddy heights of success. Well done and keep them coming!

[@davinbaker1045]

Godamn boys. Your originals never disappoint.

[@richardosullivan8102]

We are spoilt with these two special artists, we get to them together and separately on KZbin, CD collection growing and relishing the next songs posted, looking forward to seeing them live in the UK later this year with Reina and Toni.

[@supermankent1041]

An other GREAT Song and Performance. Just a comment: Much of the enjoyment of your songs is the two of you in your "Natural Environment" . It is the two of you sitting down and "Having Fun" It is the Joy that you guys have playing together that makes you "Special". You musicianship Is ALWAYS impeccable. What puts it OVER THE TOP is the FUN you are having. When you are in the STUDIO or on STAGE you are in a Serious "Business" mode and the FUN and JOY isn't there.

[@margieemack7211]

One point my favorite songs ever.

[@larrycrenshaw9072]

OUTSTANDING, GUYS !!!!!!!! ............ Great job on the writing and the performance of it. Yay .... you have arrived for sure!! Congratulations to you both!!

[@mommenon1]

Simply Beautiful......You both have extraordinary talent, extraordinary... and it is your simplicity and humbleness that it so attractive and pleasant in your performances ....I have to admit, I am 70 but have fallen in love with your music....Don't ever change, only enrich and refine.... Carson I love your song "Flower in the City" it is so touching...Thank you both for your beautiful music..... ~Marianne...

[@leahbice3365]

Man alive....you both are getting sooo polished. The talent was always there. I love you music.

[@zazachiburdanidze6411]

It's wonderful ... they are progressing from day to day.

[@bobcatross5097]

Carson what a talent you are and how perfectly beautiful you sound with Josh. Thank you

[@lw216316]

Wow ... guys .... you're pickin' & singing and I'm grinnin' love the harmony love the lyrics love the 2 acoustic guitars love mercy - found mine with Christ

[@davedammann7165]

Carson...you've got the pipes.