John Prine and Kurt Vile - Speed of the Sound/Sam Stone - Merriam Theater -Philadelphia PA 4-14-2018

[@mrtanica]

I see Kurt Vile - I press like, I see John Prine I press like. I see them performing together - I'm speechless.

[@MrOooooolll]

The soul of John Prine lives through Kurt Vile.

[@MsMtwardy]

Yessss

[@jimbanda]

I like Kurt Vile , he is another of a small group of artists who don't give a sh!t about the record company or commercial stuff. He just gets out there and plays all over, and if u don't like him, well don't listen. But here's the news, John Prine liked him and respected him. It's like God reaches down, taps you on the shoulder and says "keep on doing what you doing buddy" . JP , I hope you have your buddy Phil rite beside you in the joyous place. ❤❤❤❤

[@dadcaylor1385]

Kurt put many a years in to get up there with John. Kurt is as unique as John in his own. Lyrical geniuses playing to a broken radio. Peace and love to all who will grab it and hold on for all to share it.

[@monolithmotors3802]

I was in the audience for this show. Most of the audience was older folks and not so into Kurt. I thought it was magical. Thanks for posting. Two greats. RIP John.

[@wilde.coyote6618]

I grieve with you

[@drv73]

I can sure understand why.

[@georgemartin1498]

Sorry for those older folks who weren’t into Kurt. Their loss! From another certified older folk: Kurt rocks and is an undeniably talented purveyor of the genre of music that Prine so masterfully is a part of.

[@kathyridgeway]

Another "older folk" here who loves both Kurt and John. How old? Had the good fortune to see John at VT in 80 or 81. Grateful for younger musicians like Kurt who produce excellent music of their own yet appreciate the talents of those who came before

[@fergalohearga9594]

If he's good enough for John, he's good enough for me ... Kurt Vile, abú!

[@mojavejen]

I miss John Prine every day.

[@MrJohnr47]

Big hit his passing. RIP John and thanks for making the world a better place.

[@wilde.coyote6618]

I grieve with you

[@jonianddanbowen4533]

I really like Kurt Vile, and have no words to express my deep abiding appreciation for John Prine. Put the two men together on the same stage and I just hit replay so I can listen again. Nothing short of freaking awesome.

[@HardRockMiner]

If you have a child of your own do them a favor and introduce them to John's music. It will eventually find a way into their soul.

[@fuzzer6907]

If you have a child of your own do them a favor and introduce them to music. and also to John's music

[@123huskieman]

i was one of the lucky ones who didn’t need to be showed this music for it to find my soul!

[@robertomendez187]

Miss you ,John Prine. Kurt Vile, keep shining.

[@ronster6656]

My oldest brother introduced me to Kurt’s music when “Pretty Pimpin’” came out. After listening to it I said, “I hear John Prine and Lou Reed when he sings.” Cool to see Kurt onstage with J.P.

[@judyspaulding4141]

I find that John prine never wrote a bad song! Thanks for leaving us so much John!!

[@dawsonheck8763]

Respect for both artists! It is so great to see the two generations of musicians playing together. (Teeny Tiny Teacher)

[@MateoVillena-g8i]

I guess there is not even one soul who has listened to J. Prine's songs who doesn't love and miss old John...but he passed his magic on to Kurt Vile before leaving us...not so orphaned.

[@marissathomas5483]

Kurt has always been one of my all time favorites. The simplicity is underrated and hes so gifted with words. Most of the time when i'm listening to his music i feel like hes speaking directly at me. Seeing that he played with JP warms my heart. Two of the best there will ever be!

[@jasminaogrady7470]

Steve Goodman and Michael Hurley, too!

[@janetwhite7786]

This has special meaning for my family. We used to sing it while my dad played his mandolin. RIP Daddy. RIP John.

[@johndarne2461]

Now I'm crying again. Miss you John

[@leokreimer6492]

This covid tragedy takes the good ones. People like Kurt Vile makes someones be never forgotten.

[@bryantw4375]

No better songs ever written. So much love for John Prine. His songs changed and guided my life!

[@wendinixon1609]

I saw Kurt and John sing this at Nashville New Years 2020. It was well received

[@sueporkola3521]

When you just want to listen to someone wholesome and skip and smile!!!❤

[@formercanadiancitizen4756]

Must say I was brought to tears seeing John again, what a duo

[@stephenmartin3144]

Kurt learned from the best. Have a kick ass career young one. Know this John’s looking down as a proud mentor.

[@delphinaibarra482]

What can I say.but this man left a huge void in my heart our hearts.I still can't believe he left us.but his music will live on he will be greatly missed.heaven has gained a great singer.

[@pansyvaughan5624]

R.I.P. Mr John Prine❤❤❤

[@tdhawk167]

Yes💔💕

[@sarahsh7146]

Two of my favorite people. Thank you.

[@MixedMediaInk]

R.I.P John Prine

[@ras0906]

What can I say? I am sitting here programming, and Sam Stone is on in the background, and I am starting to cry and can't hardly help it. How beautifully sad. I have the original album recordings, and for whatever reason, the words are coming through clearer than ever in this simple live recording. Thanks John and Kurt!

[@musiclover9361]

I saw John Prine play live just once. It was an utter thrill.

[@tommythompsonsurfer]

BLESS KURT VILE!!!!

[@workingtoseethelight8244]

God Bless John Prine,.... He already did!

[@debbyledbetter4434]

Great guys together, or apart, thanks!

[@DavidCKendall]

Just lovely.

[@stevenixon7462]

Very, very beautiful. God rest your soul, John Prine. The world lost a talented musician.

[@gumbyrun]

Tears in my eyes. Oh how I miss JP.

[@superslapshark]

So awesome. I first hear of this song from Alabama 3 who were famous for doing the Sopranos theme song on a LP called Exile on Cold Harbour Lane. Then I found out it was written by John Prine, then found out he recorded it with Kurt Vile.. Damn it is Easter 2021 and I feel the resurrection of John Prime today. Love ya all.

[@wesleystout199]

I like it. He's lucky to play with JP.

[@scubados1]

I cry every time i hear this

[@robertlopez6276]

I just bought seats to see Kurt, Portland 2020

[@thepuppethead1188]

and how did that work out?

[@brogan504]

Does kurt play in a band? Or alone?

[@thepuppethead1188]

@@brogan504 both,he used to be in The War on Drugs but now he plays with his band The Violators (billed as Kurt Vile and The Violators) live and lots of solo acoustic stuff

[@darlaeilers1447]

It just proves that John was good to all people /artist was willing to talk and give much time to others also teach , John Was Great Friends with Kurt 🥰🎶

[@susiefairfield7218]

Miss You John Prine 🙏❤💔❤😢2022

[@beganny]

Thanks

[@howardcorrin8144]

a legend at his best

[@gusglynnsolo]

Jaysus wept! What a song

[@LVVMCMLV]

I first heard Sam Stone in 1971 when my English teacher brought a record into class to listen to.... it was still called Great Society Conflict Veteran's Blues at the time

[@timtwotone3561]

That was lovely, thank you for posting. Such a sad song, but so true for a lot of Americans and Australians.

[@donijackson7652]

I simply cannot understand the negativity here. Yeah, nobody but steve goodman could have added anything to John's songs. But he was generous with his time, his music and his spirit. I'd have never known the joy of performing were it not for generous patient folks I played with. I bless John for that window.

[@nihowdy1]

awesome

[@davidcarlson1208]

Great twpsome!

[@Admidd43]

Still a living legend!

[@byronseveright]

You can tell Kurt was putting his own little twist on this classic. John was probably thinking this kid should stick to the program. When Kurt hit that nice piece and John was surprised and seemed to be happy with it. I like how Kurt closed the song like John would have wanted.

[@KurtPolly505]

I can’t tell if your statement is positive about Kurt slightly changing his part more to his style or not.

[@wgoconnor33]

Incredible I loved it

[@bugdavidson9176]

respect

[@sethie_shots]

Thanks to the original poster for keeping the cam still. This sounds and looks great. TY TY

[@jamesalesi1305]

How did I miss this show?

[@MsMtwardy]

Dammmnn.

[@davidlovett5022]

I think it was perfect

[@g33fer94]

Love you JP. Crack on Kurt - doing good.

[@johnedward8352]

Great job! The sound is perfect and the video has nostalgia

[@johnedward8352]

He posted about this performance with a picture of him and prine and his father on Instagram. You should post this there. Peace

[@johnedward8352]

Well sorry to hear that. i disagree, but you are certainly entitled to an opinion.

[@KurtPolly505]

John Kaitlyn great to hear someone else at this show at least cares about Kurt Vile if not prefers him!!! This guy is just hating on Kurt and I won’t have it.

[@KurtPolly505]

2ndMounier I’m not even from or live in Philly as I drove 12-13 hours to see Kurt Vile. But I like John Prine and would have just seen him near me other wise.

[@fscofi]

that guy sucks. I would walk across the street better guys playing on South St for dimes.

[@jasper_north]

Now John mastered a few chords, a few base runs, hammers and pull offs and it made him world famous. God bless. (That is what Travis Picking can do for you). Thousands of hours practice before that thumb gets loose from the hand.

[@Fenderman123]

Is this a shit post? It can't be because of his transcendent lyrics that he wrote at the age of 23. I assure you his guitar playing isn't what made him famous.

[@markbrownner6565]

@@Fenderman123 mailman john used the guitar to deliver his letters like a shoulder bag

[@wilde.coyote6618]

@@Fenderman123 when John had throat cancer, the doctor asked him what his profession was. He replied," I'm a singer songwriter" The doctor said," You will never be able to sing again" John said " You've obviously never heard me sing". That's what John Prine said after his surgery. Grieve every day.

[@aaronbyer2277]

Goddamn I love Kurt Vile. Now, we just need him and Adam to reconcile so we can get some old school War on Drugs reunion tours in our futures.

[@monicahotter6831]

Yessssssss!!!! Exactly....I’m hoping for the same!!!!

[@gubbymalsch298]

danke for the upload, envy you to have been at this concert.

[@jasminaogrady7470]

Of course, I love John and Kurt, but I also love Steve Goodman and Michael Hurley !

[@Hearsticles]

Contrary to this comment section, I really dig a lot of stuff Kurt does. He's got his unique thing and is a good storyteller. Maybe not the ideal performing partner for ol' Johnny, though! Still, cool to see him give Kurt a nod.

[@KurtPolly505]

Hearsticles your the only one or one of the few that likes John Prine and Kurt Vile. I thank you for that.

[@myszmouse7468]

I like John Prine and Kurt Vile!

[@robincgonz]

I am a brand-new Kurt Vile fan. I love seeing my beloved performers mentoring and introducing other performers. It's how music grows and lives with us!

[@kirkgibson5804]

kirkfest stumbled upon this while trying to find some high school football videos! i guess i have followed enough JP video's that this came up as suggested! i will often drive the back roads of east TEXAS and via the cell phone, i will listen to it over and over! To be honest, Covid Good/Covid Bad...... It has been a blessing to my beliefs, to my family and to my mental state of caring about the people in my life..... i think that was a lot of John's message.... Y'all be good, and remember that any tears are good tears as they create an emotion and an action!!!! Peace to ALL

[@JohnCran]

Kurt reminds me of a young Dave Lindley.

[@jysmtl]

Vile’s performance was the highlight of John’s online memorial concert. Don’t care much for his vocal here on “Speed”. I’m a new fan, anyway, though.

[@SimonRobeyns]

fuck i never knew they shared the stage,i just heard kurts new stuff and I thought it was more of a tribute.

[@bobboberts5183]

❤️☮️

[@joetillman3806]

sweet

[@paulc5408]

2020 Sucks Music Helps. 🎵🎶🎵🎶

[@carmelcrowley158]

You home late late and you come home early. Broken the speed of loneliness, a love forever, what come over you. Out there just to on the run, dreadful sorrow, we got know word to say. What in heavens what have you done.

[@sloburnjo]

nice. i prefer Kurt's acoustic playing over electric.

[@theonygard5694]

Fair stance. Both styles are characteristic to him and different from each other. I tend to choose versions from which mood I'm in:)

[@tubingtomtom]

Kurt V has got a main tap into John Prine

[@TheHanswolff]

Kurt vile

[@imjustaguy8232]

John was not having the pedal bs lmao Don't blame him

[@artsmith4285]

Did the ONE "thumb down clown" (LIKES) Get a refund 'feeling' with their click .?. MGB us all

[@Admidd43]

No need to be agitated. Sometimes people make mistakes.

[@artsmith4285]

C'mon ad min man , Amused , not agitated ..

[@jysmtl]

Robots

[@KurtPolly505]

Kurt Vile & The Sadies How Lucky kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ2Xn6Jvgqx2g7s

[@drv73]

I'd rather hear John sing his songs instead of other people butchering them.

[@2ndMounier]

Lost 45 minutes of my life listening to Kurt Vile open for John Prine and at my age that is Grand Larceny

[@KurtPolly505]

2ndMounier You don’t know what you are talking about!!!!! You really don’t know Kurt Vile or his music that well if you think all he does is ripe off John Prine. I have seen him like now 27 times and as he has hints of John Prines music within some of his songs yet so different!!!! Also Kurt has one of the most unique voices and his guitar is often easily recognizable as just Kurt Vile especially his solos on songs like Goldtone, Puppet to The Man, KV Crimes, Dust Bunnies, Jesus Fever, Freak Train, Wakin on a Pretty Day, Pretty Pimpin and so many others. You just were not listing if you thought that or something. If you listen him more you will see that you were just not paying attention to his set. John Prine is a influence to Kurt Vile but yet Kurt is so unique and different as well.

[@KurtPolly505]

2ndMounier Why say something bad about Kurt’s music like this!!! It’s your right to not like Kurt’s music. But just you dissed Kurt and it bothers me!!! I don’t believe I missed your point at all!!!

[@KurtPolly505]

Well if he was off with his Loop station pedal I could not tell one bit and I know the songs just as well or better than any real KV fan. So I don’t think he was off at all. As I have a video of basically the whole set

[@user-ju7ze9to4k]

KurtPolly505 why so butt hurt dude? Are you kurt’s father or something?

[@fscofi]

maybe his mother.

[@greghall7640]

Don’t know the vile dude but between singing it like it’s a joke and singing unison instead of attempting and kind of interesting harmony I’m not impressed. John’s songs deserve more respect.

[@stephenpierce7731]

What a mess the kid made with the song!

[@michaelarrington5153]

I love my John with a passion but Kurt Vile, no, sounds like a broken toy. This is a first and last for this boy.

[@dariobandar202]

Kurt Vile, I don't think you're ready to play guitar and sing with giants. You need five more years you might get to their level. Kurt is over rated.

[@theonygard5694]

Hey man! Most of us who are here really like him and share the good and positivity of this here. If you do not like him I'd appreciate if you could just ignore it and let us enjoy what we do, and in return I'll gladly do the same thing for things you like that I don't. If you think he has potential but needs more time you are free to leave him alone for now and check in in a few years, but there are more positive ways to say that. I hope you get the agenda I'm trying to push and spread more positivity instead of spending time being negative where it is not necessary. See ya around!

[@dariobandar202]

@@theonygard5694 enjoy it you can have him my man is John Prine.

[@joeepps9209]

kurt absolutely ruins this song with that mil lineal lilt . it sounds sarcastic and makes it all about him , disgusting. I refuse to listen!

[@KurtPolly505]

You are so wrong and likely don’t even know who Kurt Vile is other than he has performed with John a few times a recorded a cover of How Lucky with him. If John was friends with Kurt and likes him you should not be saying these things despite if I love Kurt’s music so much or not.

[@sethie_shots]

You sound old and grumpy. He’s not even a “millennial” dummy. Subjective opinions are different than misspelling and facts 🤷🏻‍♂️ I think he’s good and so did John. You lose

[@chrisroberts-songsfromthel6299]

Yes, he is vile....WTF???? I guess a no-talent guy like me still has a shot at playing with John Prine...

[@KurtPolly505]

Chris Roberts if you don’t like Kurt Vile that’s fine. Just no need to tell people that love him anything more. What’s the point of saying such BS

[@chrisroberts-songsfromthel6299]

That's what social media is dude, an open forum for peoples opinion and mine is 'he sucks', just like yours is ' I love him'. It's a big old goofy world kid

[@jonlhensley6391]

@@chrisroberts-songsfromthel6299 John Prine seemed to like him and I'll take his opinion of him before your no-talent ass any damn day of the week.

[@professormacdeezy]

Where can we buy your albums Chris? Also where is your Wakin on a Pretty Day? I’ll wait

[@MikeHinshawNomadicTexan]

Sam Stone is my favorite tune by Prine. The Vietnam War made many of my friends into vegetables and I can relate. Back then no one knew about PTSD or similar conditions much less be considered heroes or welcomed home by anyone except their families. Such a sad, sad story. I hope one day I see the warmongers in the government be shut down and we stop funding the military industrial complex! 🇺🇲🙏🪖