James Harman,I got new´s for you

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[@turbo1234ist]

Doesn't get any better than this! James played and sang from the heart, lots of soul, dynamite solos, other musicians always all in the pocket, just a great band and great leader! Thank you James for leaving so many examples of how blues should be played.

[@slowbluesmaster]

In Memoriam: : James Harman (June 8, 1946 - May 23, 2021)

[@luisdelatorre3051]

One of the greatest harp players, singers, and blues interpreters that ever lived..see you in heaven James my brother

[@markzelepugas6046]

He was not an interpreter he was the real deal

[@sayerma]

Fantastic controlled harp playing...not too much, just brilliant little licks. Almost vocal responses. Great stuff.

[@bluesborn]

Harmans tone and phrasing is unbeatable.He KILLS.

[@OlBlueshound]

Isn't he, Man he's a great Blues singer, and the boys in the band, they in the groove as well, some very cool harp playing indeed. Play this song every time I need a little shot of Blues, it's just the ticket!

[@SuperBluesman56]

R.I.P. maestro. one of my favourite harp player of all time!

[@airmojo]

Rest in peace and rest easy James !

[@corrindion]

This is so incredibly smooth!! WOW. What a voice...what a band and a great player!

[@guitarandharp]

Yes indeed. James is a friend of mine and he's as good as anybody at this thing called The Blues. He tells his story (he's one of the very best songwriters and vocalists) then his harp tells the story. My ex-wife described his harp style as 'sultry' - James enjoyed that. Today he's not in great shape health-wise or career-wise but he's made his mark and already created a great legacy - and it ain't over yet! Keep on James! Best wishes to all the people out there who love this stuff like I do.

[@robmontier639]

You can't have a blues song without a "Lord, have mercy!"

[@GuitarlosCarlos]

SO SAD TO SEE YOU GO IT'S BEEN AWHILE SINCE WE LAUGHED THE BLUES AIN'T GONNA HURT YOU THAT'S ALL IN YOUR PAST I'VE KNOWN JAMES FOR 41 YEARS NOW IT'S FINALLY TIME TO REST CARLOS GUITARLOS 90042 USA

[@guitarbob63]

This was the path the Fab T-Birds were walking with Jimmie and Kim....it's a shame they seperated. Great style of blues you can listen to this all night long.

[@kirkroad50]

Let's keep him in our thoughts as he goes through a very rough time.

[@frankvandenbosch4241]

Of all James Harman songs this one is above any of them.

[@clairetheriault9440]

Quel grand artiste, superbe voix et excellent harmoniciste, Repose en paix.

[@baillar100]

One of the most artful harp players ever. Superb solos all the time. Thanks for posting.

[@markmcmyn8967]

Beautiful harp playing. Solid gold tone.

[@porkbuttslim]

The correct title of this song is "I've Got News For You" this is from a bootleg release on VHS then DVD, it was a TV show in Chicago and not suppose to be made into a product.. I never signed off on it. Somebody from the film crew held the tape, film whatever for 15 years then released it anyway without my permission. They have never discussed it with me or offered me a dime... digital technology is a mess. I'm glad you all like it and only wish I was getting paid for it.

[@lipsnatcher101]

+porkbuttslim...funny you should say that! I would like to buy it but can't find it for sale? IS it available? If so, point me in a direction...

[@jamesharman413]

+lipsnatcher101 I already answered this one, this song is on this bootleg only. I never released it for purchase. The film crew from this Chicago TV show held onto it for 15 years then released it as a video tape then a DVD... I suppose you could pay those bastards for a copy of the DVD, but I have nothing to do with it.

[@lipsnatcher101]

+james harman No, you said this is from a bootleg release, not that you never released a version I could purchase...which is why i asked...so i could buy it. Regardless, a great job was done here and e everyone that sees is will look for more of your material.

[@stephenmctaggart8400]

This is incredible music. Great singing and harp...who is on guitar?

[@jamesharman413]

@@stephenmctaggart8400 Hello Stephen Mc Taggert. although I wrote the song back when I had Kid Ramos and Hollywood Fats playing guitar in my band this live recording is froma few years later when Robert Eason was my guitar player. Hewas but 18 or 19 years old at that time. He left me when he was 23 to return to school and become an accountant, moved to Seattle , Washington, married had three children and has recently moved back to San Diego. Whenever he drops into my shows, he always swears he has not been activly playing music, but you can't tell, because he still sounds just as great as he did when he was playing all the time in my band. He is one of those "old souls" in a younger body. Thank you for asking.

[@ata1811]

Now, even in Scotland, this sounds mighty fine!! Thanks for posting.

[@mojogypsy]

Harman is THE shit! I had the honor of backing him up on a couple of gigs back in August of '07, and let me tell you, hanging with Icepick is a LOT of fun!

[@12gagedan]

This is sometime around 1995. I met James for the first time in Hawaii with this band. He's one of my heroes for sure.

[@claudiomireltontemp528]

Excepcional Vocalist!

[@guitarandharp]

Yes, he is a great raconteur. I have had the pleasure of hanging out with him but not the undoubtedly great pleasure of backing him up. Well done Mojogypsy! Nobody tells a story like James. I wish I was with him now, sharing a bottle or two, an experience or two and listening to The Right Stuff, preferably on 78rpm through a top class hi-fi. He's great, I love his music and I love him!

[@laloyaux]

I have see James Harman 2 times in Belgium he is a great Blues Man ;)

[@Vernster1]

Very similar to the style of 'The Harpbreakers'... seriously this is blues at its best..sooo sweet,thanks for posting.

[@SuperBluesman56]

Fantastic tune and lovely dancing ladies, I wish I was there to dance with them...

[@robmontier639]

One in particular ooh er

[@SuperBluesman56]

I know what are you talking about. That's is the one I want too!

[@bassai2010]

I saw James at a club in Tempe AZ once. It was a packed on a Saturday nite. He changed his suit at the break (it was soaked with sweat) and just tore it up! The energy level was thru the roof! I only wish I knew which side men were with him that nite.

[@WINOf3VEr]

Saw James when I was working door at Club Fred years ago in Fresno w/ Mofo Party Band...one of the best blues shows ever...

[@UJAXMAN]

Raise HELL in Heaven Mr. James. Sad days down here...

[@birdleso]

Saw him in St. Louis at the Furst Rock, in May of 1990.

[@guitarandharp]

This a really good video with excellent atmosphere and mood, capturing a high point in James Harman's career. He had a great band and was performing superbly himself.

[@swinginonthespiral8765]

Great sound. Rest in peace

[@AdrienLegendre]

Great vocals , great harmonica.

[@cadilacslim]

I saw James Harmon at the Belly Up Tavern in Solana beach for years. Hollywood Fats and Kid Ramos on guitar.

[@jamesharman413]

+cadilacslim Please remember my name is HarmAn, it's Dutch... there is no O in my name. The Belly Up doesn't book much blues anymore... I stopped ground touring to focus on fly-in blues festivals in 29 countries... I just played my only California date so far this year at The New Long Beach Blues Festival .

[@adriannel9464]

+james harman I live in South Africa and am a huge fan, We have a few good blues festivals here. The Durban Blues Festival is my local festival and features a few international artists. I am sure you would kill it here. Big respect!!!

[@jamesharman413]

+Adrian Nel Hello, thank you for the kind words; if you know who books this festival please send the info and I will pass it on to my booking people and who knows.... I might come play there. I hope to see you someday!

[@adriannel9464]

james harman The festival is on later this month and there is a artist from Chicago that is invited. I hope you could make it for next year maybe, that would be awesome. I will paste the festival directors details below. Themi Venturas Festival Director • Cell: 082 554 8334 • Email: [e-mail] Will Wallace Programme Director • Cell: 084 444 8890 • Email: [e-mail] Tanya van Agthoven Publicity Director • Tel: [phone] • Cell: 082 747 9738 • Email: [e-mail]

[@robmontier639]

Excellent at Skegness Jan 2017!

[@soontobe1968]

James Harman is the MAN!!

[@markbridwell8972]

Harman remains the very best progenitor of blues of this age. What an incredible voice & harp.

[@danball1949]

james one of the best in the biz. Gettin old and had all his shit stolen. Love to see him and the boys on the right coast.

[@jimnixon5573]

Hello Mr.Harman,we too get the blues in scotland........Think your harp playin is brilliant,thank you.

[@peterschmidt5385]

R.I.P, Bro .....

[@2696ize]

Very boss ! The guys in that club must all be dead beats, all the girls were dancing by themselves.

[@detlefpickut8310]

This sound is also good in the morning, it helps to wake up!

[@daddyrollingstrong]

Steady, rollin' James, got that good Little Jimmy Reed sound here.

[@remingtonride]

God that guy's sweet. Great, in-the-pocket band too.

[@guitarandharp]

Hi woodsheddin I know that James loves it when girls dance - have you never heard his Don't Spoil My View? I'm a musician myself and when people dance I feel the energy surge. It's great! And thanks for the response wonton5000: i've never played through a Mesa Boogie but if that's what Robbie said..! I still miss my reissue Super Reverb I had to sell. Combined with my Vox AC30 (Kid Ramos uses that combination of amps) or Twin reissue, it was fantastic, especially witha Korg 'Leslie' pedal.

[@Chalamita7448]

I enjoy James still today🕺

[@gilbertocruz1683]

Blues legend

[@FATharpo]

Oh jeh , I had his Cdis and I had be his fan for an long time hi is great I hope to see more of his old stuff! thanks ! jams.

[@spec20]

Absolutely overall unequivocally the best in the business!!!!

[@bshuja5]

Great stuff just dicovered thin man Very much in Kim Wilson style

[@tonny67]

I really love this music

[@dunskie]

What a band.

[@fastfrankandthehotshoutblu7246]

So sad. R.I.P. James Harman.

[@mauriciosahady]

What a shuffle! Well done!

[@topblues]

Miss you James!

[@donschmitz2412]

Tears that harp up. Pow. Killer.

[@lowtone9]

I wonder what bass player Joe Leon is doing now? Whole band had great feel!

[@stinkbomb350]

Love it great track and harp

[@ioamoilblues85]

RIP dear James

[@TallBob2k]

james harmon and hollywood fats a match made in heaven

[@guitarandharp]

Those two blonde amps are James' harp amps, both with one 15" speaker, his preference. Robbie sounds great through any decent amp. I saw in Nelson, Lancashire, U.K., playing through a hired Mesa Boogie. It was the sweetest sound since my man Peter Green. I told James that and he replied: "Phew...that's a big compliment. Peter Green's...er...(chuckle)...Peter Green!"

[@karenc2467]

💕💕 Rip James

[@albedaw]

what a shuffle!!!!

[@greatdane114]

Oh my god! I was at work and we borrowed someone's truck and this was in it. this is actually sick! I love him!

[@guitarandharp]

Hi bshuja5 With respect, it's not really in Kim Wilson's style...James was doing this stuff for ten years before Kim. It's the blues. He was born in Alabama, so he's a Southerner and this stuff is in his DNA! James is influenced by Junior Parker, Sonny Boy Williamson and many more of the great black performers, including soul singers like James Carr. But he is his own man, with his own ideas and songs, and has been for decades. And you're right, it is great stuff. Best wishes

[@kevinl6111]

RIP James!!!!!

[@darcymcewen9808]

Wish you could tell me my FRIEND and I still lovesss you..

[@Bluefinger]

At the time that video was shot, the RI bassman was not around yet so it's probably an original one. Might be a Bandmaster as well, it's hard to tell. Maybe he's plugged into one of the two blonde Twins behind him but it sounds more like a tweed amp to me.

[@dunskie]

Unbelievably COOL F'n song! Blues or no blues. But it is most definately balllues. haa

[@teebeeferris]

great Video , super hot harman

[@jonbottensolhaug7948]

Bluesen blir ikke deiligere enn dette mine dyrebare venner.👍👍🏻👍💕❤️

[@thomasb2802]

Anyone know who the bass player is? He´s killing it!!!

[@jamesharman413]

+Thomas Birck my bass player in this video was Joseph Leaon; he was in my band for several years. He is still around and plays with several different San Diego artists.

[@2right2run]

+james harman ... that was " butcher knife" Joe Leaon as I recall

[@Phillossimophino]

Lovely! great, great playing

[@jamesharman413]

+Phillossimophino Thank you for that unsolicited testimonial.

[@Phillossimophino]

+james harman - My pleasure - thanks for the years of brilliance and inspiration, not to mention TONE!!! Hoping you'll tour Oz one day and I can see you in the flesh. Cheers

[@jamesharman413]

+Phillossimophino I can not tell you why the people who book The Byron Bay Festival have not booked me again, since 1991. I still get a lot of positive mail from Australia, but no agent has approached me abut playing there again in all this time. Thank you for diggin' my work.

[@bshuja5]

Thanks for that guitarandharp you seem to know more about him than me, so on that I give way to you. At least we agree it is good stuff

[@anthonyroach7974]

Just brill

[@mojogypsy]

I loves me some Icepick James!

[@Bluefinger]

interesting ... i was told that this was a lineup from the 80s but the bassman RI was first issued in '90. Not that it actually maters but then the video must be newer. It's f&§$ing good music, that's all that counts.

[@Crichton51]

class.....

[@bub64882]

James is it, very nice person also!

[@mikemckv]

Cookin', James - :0)

[@ninajacomete1985]

❤

[@GAMEDOGWARRIORS]

RIP Giant!

[@guitarandharp]

Thanks bshuja5. Again, with respect, I just wanted to clarify that this stuff can't be called 'Kim's style'. There are quite a few guys who were doing it before him. I'm a Kim fan, I first saw him back in 1979 and 1980. He was astounding and it's an unforgettable memory! However, I suggest that you check out James' CDs, also Rod Piazza, another GREAT harpist who was doing it before Kim. I presume you're familiar with the work of Little Walter and Sonny Boy Williamson #2? Regards

[@alsoknownasjaykay]

THANK YOU BABY, love Mr. Icepick!

[@Brisco45acp]

Rip buddy.

[@oceansidermike]

Xlnt! These vids of James are rare.

[@bgh123bgh]

cruising wonderfull

[@chrisjaybecker]

There’s no apostrophe in ‘“news.”

[@chris30213]

très bon

[@chris30213]

bonjour et bonne après midi

[@hansgustafsson8274]

This is blues

[@beachidiot]

I am in Indiana, call me anytime.

[@jeffstanhope4335]

there's no apostrophe in "news"

[@guitarandharp]

It looks a reissue Fender Bassman to me

[@maxkaplanmusic]

who’s that guitarist?

[@astamnes]

Who plays guitar on this vid?

[@munkamonka]

james harman is one of tho coolest cat on the plantet. we tried to get the feeling, check out my video response, but please don't judge it too hard, its a james harman cover, will not reach the original ;) thanx

[@chrish12345]

bobby davro on drums, life after TV

[@dunskie]

That drummer is nasty slop cool dynamite.

[@remingtonride]

love it but clumsy edit at 1:46

[@SlimDavenport]

remingtonride I agree, weird edit

[@jongone3225]

Giver brother.

[@lbj46]

ICEPICK!