The Levee - The Other Favorites (Original)

[@seanhallahan14]

If Paul Simon had written/recorded this song, 3+ billion people would know it, sing along to millions of car radio jockeys playing it every day. Carson and Josh are American national treasure gems. Nothing against global commercialism, God bless this talented pair. They are a gift. Thank you, gentlemen.

[@whodey2112]

Yeah, it's stupid that this amazing song isn't a commercial hit.

[@coomerson69]

69th like nice.

[@johnd1727]

@@whodey2112 Commercial hit? Impossible. More than 3 words to remember. No mention of pickup truk...dawg ...you done let me down...mama cried. Biggest problem: Reina/Lindgren/ Josh/Carson don't own a single hat between them.

[@giggiddy]

​@@johnd1727No auto tune, no profanity and no gold tooth mutt grabbing his crotch. Young white girls will never like it.

[@jcmarder3519]

100☝🏼

[@jonathansmith5495]

Some of the finest knees on the contemporary music scene.

[@tylerclinebell7925]

shorts gang forever

[@jeanluno2521]

Yes ! No leather, no nails, no smoke, no hot chicks around... Just pure TALENT !...These kids blow my mind !

[@MarsLonsen]

lmao

[@jerbear7952]

I’m nominating this for a comment award

[@utubeDaveutube]

wonderfully hilarious comment. :-)

[@kathyhollenbach7413]

The algorithm has blessed me on this day, May 14, 2024, with this song! How lucky can one gal get???❤❤👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@arnarne]

It certainly is an amazing tune!

[@treypalmer5105]

Carson's glasses pushup at 2:54: masterful.

[@eddarby469]

And you know he was thinking about it for eight measures or more before he did it. Been there ...

[@Issaaay260]

Ain't that the truth!

[@fprintf]

Who's still watching this 4 years later? Amazing.

[@StannieGbert]

I drop by this song every now and then, keeps on amazing me

[@amypaige6265]

First time seeing it. Excellent! Even though I'm late to the show

[@Elle_I_B]

@@amypaige6265 same here. Better late than never... just makes me smile 😁

[@helmsleyy]

Me and my best friend 'I'

[@elektrolyte]

me. Sept 2019, in Johannesburg, SA

[@carywinn3391]

This original song sounds like a song we've always known. Mystifying.

[@aduck205]

Seriously lol the other day I was looking for the original version

[@brain56]

It absolutely does! I'm interested in hearing Josh break down the theory behind that. Something about the chord progression sounds so familiar but novel at the same time. Very beautifully-crafted song.

[@nickcarlson6860]

Exactly. I had to look it up

[@lilolmecj]

These “kids” never fail to make me smile. Their love and enthusiasm for any sore of music is so sweet! I love them!

[@enneff]

Some songs are just instant classics

[@aaftm]

That's the best thing you guys ever registered. It's a pity that views and likes don't agree.

[@BikeSailboatGuitar]

"Look I get it, the man's a 6'5", blue eyed, American Dalai Lama." That line is a musical event to be celebrated.

[@BrunaChaves09]

ikr? it makes me sad they don't get the recognition they deserve...

[@marshallh7]

Yeah, there are quite a few younger folks working KZbin with good acoustic covers, and these guys are great at that, but then their originals are kind of unbelievable -- both words and music slay me. Plus, then they got it figured out, that it's about a good song, they don't work to show off, they just keep it simple, tasty, and musical. Very good!

[@bryanpoulsen8969]

Ben Brewer Amazing lyrics, that one in particular. These guys are off the charts talented.

[@Gigi13396]

@@bryanpoulsen8969 THESE guys, man! I think Carson writes most of the lyrics. Either way, some of their best songs were written when they were teenagers; Way too young for your average kid to be writing such insightful/heartbreaking/soulful/clever songs. They're amazing!

[@hobhamwich77]

It's a perfect James Taylor lyric that James Taylor never came up with.

[@JuicyFruityify]

I just found myself chilling to some mighty fine music on a Sunday afternoon... Like the good old pre youtube days.....

[@alfonshomac]

What a ridiculously good song.

[@alfonshomac]

Hey, how the hell did I unsubscribe form this channel?... That's weird. Anyhow. I think this song is now one of my favorites. I came here from hearing Chris Thile play Dylan's don't think twice and said to myself: "Hey, whatever happened to the other favorites".

[@RandyAndyShow]

stfu

[@detox5610]

RandyAndy y tho

[@RandyAndyShow]

Leif Schmidt lol mate idk i was just messing

[@TheFnugs]

this is an original by them

[@UtahDelaCruz]

April 2023, and the algorithm finally chose to bestow this song upon me, it’s about time.

[@leowsz]

After 6 years, still my favorite song

[@luigybetis]

I love this song... I keep coming back to this video to listen to it.

[@LohnSquad]

This song gives me chills, makes me want to cry, smile, and sing all at the same time. Absolutely incredible

[@Kevin-vw7yi]

Of the 1,221,933 views, I believe I am 200,000 of them. The writing is beyond impressive. The Banjo and Guitar together is amazing. Even to the end with an orchestrated finish. I wish I had the musical vocabulary to give it the praise it needs.

[@woman9783]

I am another 200,000 of them. Coming back again and again to this masterpiece...

[@gregstuart6622]

Buy the EP. It is full of similarly excellent tracks that you can listen to at any time.

[@jackalker6384]

i didn't realise you guys wrote this song. its amazing. they lyrics are superb

[@frsoh]

I am 71 years old and have never heard such a talented musician as you. I am blown away by the the instruments you've mastered, your fluid style of playing, the variety of music you perform and your singing and harmony. this banjo piece is my favorite so far. Keep playing the world will be blessed for many years.

[@jerbear7952]

You aren’t wrong

[@pappyfiddle]

yeah, these two lads work as one

[@59markr]

I just watched Carson play this tune on his live stream from his home in NC during the Great COVID-19 Pandemic of 2020, currently ravaging the world. For just a few minutes, I was able to set aside fear and anxiety and enjoy this young man’s joyous talent. Bless you Carson.

[@thoughtsfromahead]

Over a year later and I still can't stop listening to this song. It even survived a breakup. Still brings me joy. Cheers to you both.

[@Matthew-zw9su]

Best original song I've heard in a lonnnng time.

[@astridveenstradjcjfdififjf799]

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[@beercanburr4058]

These guys are legit.

[@chronicfatigue5416]

I'm enjoying this while sipping a crisp, delicious, perfectly crafted Sierra Nevada Pale Ale....... responsibly, of course.

[@chronicfatigue5416]

+Josh Turner Thanks for the suggestion! I'll look for it this weekend. I also enjoy their Torpedo IPA.

[@RobHoughton]

Might I suggest their Summerfest Lager - also crisp!

[@willcoll89]

"remarkably quaffable" ... when's the single out?

[@larryadams458]

I hope you were of legal age.

[@lksa983a]

One of the best breweries there is. Never have had bad beer made by Sierra Nevada, cannot say the same about most other craft breweries and I have tried quite a few of them.... Say what, this video was not about beer? Yeah great singing and playing too.

[@timotejhalenar5258]

My absolute favorite from you guys. Love this song sooooo much

[@kevin8122006]

Why is this song not blowing up all over the radio??? Jesus what a great song.

[@danstickney3660]

I agree. This song is so good and it deserves to be played by the radio, satellite, whatever.

[@popjensen3972]

I have listen to this song over and over again. Absolutly love it. Well done 🥰🤩👍🥳

[@zeus-mt7wx]

Still Re playing this. 4 yrs on 👍🏻 Hanging out in Mack sleeper cab. 😁😁😁 heaven 😋😋😋

[@rsharmaosi]

This KZbin version is so much better than their Spotify studio version. Love this song

[@yeshua4U]

Better than their last live show too.

[@RossHollow]

ehhhh, I don't know the studio version is pretty good imo.

[@jimajello1028]

Great original. Love the cord changes. Great chromatic walk down & rhythm. Excellent words. Great work guys! Keep turning them out like that. Vince James

[@darlenetaylor326]

You Boys Will Hear This One Covered In Twenty Years!!! It's A Keeper For Sure🎤👍

[@dalewier9735]

I just listened for the 10th are so time. I smiled just like the first. Great song with the best hook I have heard in years (i am 58). Thanks fellows

[@christophercawley9818]

I'm discovering this music for the first time. It's blowing my mind!

[@maggievanek4568]

I still come back to this video very often. Fantastic song!

[@Kasino80]

This one of the best songs you've written. It's so cool. The blues banjo is awesome.

[@victorrossi6950]

That is one good song. And special thanks coming from France. Keep up the great work guys. Peace

[@SirXHarry]

5 years later, still amazing!

[@lisafox1001]

SUCH, a great song and performance. Replay, replay, replay...

[@DiederikAms]

I think I've heard this song about 87 times now and it is still just pure music gold to me. If only hitparades wouldn't be so rigged, this would have been a worldwide hit. Well, it still can become one. It's timeless!

[@gwbrunner]

I love this song. Everything about it is great. Words, music, vocals. Great job.

[@tete2jay45]

Since i discovered The other favorites, i can't stop watching/listening this one every day

[@Roadhardd]

So, this one time, I was discussing iconic drum beats with the Mrs, and of course, I used “When the Levee Breaks” as an example. In doing so, within a day, KZbin’s algorithm suggested this video. Wow! That couldn’t have been more wrong, yet, couldn’t have been more right for me. Carson, Josh, Reina, Toni, and company are so talented, and I’m so glad that I accidentally found them.

[@batesm]

When you two get together, it's magic. MAGIC! The last time I got goosebumps listening to you two was for "A Table For One." Great lyrics, great instrumentation, great chemistry. Do nothing to this song. Record it just as is. TAKE MY MONEY!

[@FeelsFlows]

Chris here and I play some music myself, just wanted to say you are literally bringing/going to bring back country music/the pure energy which roamed in majority before! Not just country, or bluegrass but music for the soul with southern styles! Peace and much love brother, with all your friends/family too!

[@schoonerdog44]

Can not stop listening to this song. Brilliant, truly. Write more, play more, post more. You are spreading joy.

[@ES_335]

You guys just blow me away!!! What a fantastic tune.

[@SophieCat7]

this is legitimately one of my favorite songs ever. that little break after the Guatemala line gives me shivers. you guys are so so so talented, never stop!

[@jcmarder3519]

A slice of perfection. Binge-repeating.

[@tylerduran291]

Wow, great writing! The banjo rounds it out perfectly.

[@robertwynkoop7112]

This is still great, over 5 years since I first watched, I keep coming back for the lyricism, the blues banjo, the vocals, the banter, the musicianship. Feels like watching teenage musical magicians who have become true artistic mages. Keep casting your spells, we are entranced.....

[@guilhermebernardi6422]

It looks they are playing this music and really feeling it. That makes a huge difference. Please, keep doing this

[@thomascussans9844]

Fuck me, but they are insanely good. This is what old geezers like me call real music. A genuine delight. Precision and pleasure in equal measure. It is a very rare commodity. And however defined, they've got it. In bucket-loads.

[@poobertop]

I've listened to this so many times thinking it was a cover.. but you guys wrote this!? Incredible.

[@mudhen24]

This is just so damn good... been listening to this song for 4 years and it never gets old.

[@CharlesRBiggs]

Fantastic! I keep coming back to hear. One of those songs you miss and need to hear regularly. Thank you.

[@robbie8825]

Camping with these guys has got to be a blast!

[@tommyjcoogan]

You are both so talented .I have been watching your video's a long time now Josh and you are an inspiration to a 59yo who had almost stopped believing in today's music.I hope you realise how good you are and Carson is a great talent also Regards from Dublin Ireland

[@rockdog2584]

Callingcard...I SO agree with you! These two gentlemen (and ALL of the lovely other talents that I have seen them play and sing with!!!) just fill my heart with joy! To see such youngsters that so obviously appreciate such a wide expanse of musical history, genres and styles...not to mention that they, on occasion, write their OWN bloody music!...just warms my heart. Here are some LOVELY, talented people...that haven't followed the cookie cutter/techno-whatever (pardon my saying) CRAP that is so prevalent in today's mainstream soundtrack. My hat's off to these fine folk! I only wish that I could meet them all in person!!!

[@courteneyhooper6511]

Wow wow wow this song, and those chords and those harmonies. Harry Potter on the left absolutely shredding it on the banjo and young Michael Caine on the right havin a good ol' jam. Didn't know you guys existed til a couple days ago. Love your sound, so real and raw.

[@SmokeysBoy]

i am just plain addicted to this song....so awesome. the bend after the break you do on the banjo has more flavor than your finely crafted pale ale! syncopated style rarely seen!

[@sillysongs19]

The opening to this always brings me a smile

[@wilywascal2024]

Just discovered this after watching many other musical videos featuring Josh (often with Carson), and this song and performance is now definitely one of my favorites! An original song, no less! Thanks for sharing all the sweet sounds, guys, and continued success!

[@andreecross6483]

just found this yesterday. fricking fabulous! 172 people that have no concept of music!

[@shannonengland5548]

ok, now you have me listening to "originals", loving every minute of it. This was great. Loved the banjo work and the old school sound, but again, a fresh take on old school.

[@rockdog2584]

It is SO obvious that these two young men just have a wonderful, magical time playing their music together. They are such a pair...a match made in Heaven. I have watched a large number of vids of them together and every one of those vids is just nothing short of pure magic. I wish I could play guitar (and any number of other stringed instruments!) HALF as well as these two gentlemen do. I also wish I could SING half as well as Carson does. (I've been told that I tend to sing in the key of K flat....)(As well...I have been asked over the course of my whole life if I am a singer {I DO have a rather unique voice...to put it kindly}. I have responded that "Of COURSE! I LOVE to sing! But when I DO...dogs howl and babies cry.... "Nough said....)

[@Zsolto66]

This would be great fun to watch even if muted. The way you melt into the music is just priceless. But with the sound on... that is something else again... I love it, thanks a bunch, Josh and Carson! Zs

[@digitaldion]

This is currently my favorite song - I absolutely love it! Josh and Carson you have such great talent! Absolutely stunning. Please come and perform in Cape Town when the pandemic is over!

[@s977382]

What a fantastic song! Time to go listen to more originals...

[@HackWithJack]

How have I just found you guys! Have listened to this song about 25 times in the past 2 days, absolutely mesmerizing

[@clayturtle9521]

Who’s still watching this 5 years later?

[@stevenhill1665]

That is one good tune. Great lyrics, and masterful banjo.

[@zacharybartz7453]

Man, this is beautiful. Thank ya'l, for some real music.

[@shawnlow573]

this was posted on my 15th birthday!!! thank you guys for blessing the world with such wonderful music!

[@kbstickstube]

As much as I LOVE your covers, and I mean all of them, (I'm a 49 yr old music dude) please keep up with this (not type, kind or genre) originality. The collaborations are amazing, but an original song, with actual musical talent, I'm hooked.

[@quickstep2408]

EXACTLY! i want to see you how you create -- you're an artist right?

[@goodcommentman1512]

Yup 👍

[@anthonyreale1079]

First time hearing this OMG!!! Love this! So smooth!

[@rockdog2584]

Gotta love watchin' these boys do their thing...and they're so frickin' GOOD at it!

[@BrunaChaves09]

This will forever be my favourite video of yours.

[@luizasedrim]

1 million views! Congratulations, guys! You deserve this and so much more.

[@Diegotearc]

I do not get tired of listening to this theme yet. This is awesome. Good job two!

[@Bambicarus]

The slick mellow smoothness of the immediate few seconds after 0:38 has caused to me to quite badly slump lower into my chair and abandon all further attempts to worry about anything ever.

[@bjoooon]

One of my favourite Other Favorites' song. Great both lyrically and musically. And this performance persuaded me that the banjo can play lead.

[@cappythumper514]

Share the joy. Thats a happy Bee. :) lmbo .. Great job guys.

[@petrilacosmin7743]

Priceless face expressions! Awesome song, love it!

[@RobertReichertsutanimulli]

ex-pat (German) trapped in China, July 2020. Found the channels of Josh and his friends during the "lockdowns". Just love it

[@gregh7628]

I have never had a man crush on two dudes at the same time... you guys killed it!! Wow that was top notch soul arming heart felt music! Thank you..keep it up.

[@BrunaChaves09]

this melody is SOOOO beautiful ♥ how I wish there was a studio recording of this song...

[@KB19LP]

why? why does ist have to be a studio version, when there is a authentic, emotional real live version?

[@youtuber7186]

Download the video through a youtuber downloader (find a suitable one on Google), convert to whatever fits your needs (mp3 maybe?) and transfer it to your phone via usb/wifi and import it into your spotify library.

[@RandyAndyShow]

[@itspaddyd]

It's going to be on their album coming out soon i think.

[@muhilan8540]

There is one look up Armed and Dangerous on spotify

[@wilmanorman330]

OMG so great!

[@henriquepericles5710]

Perfect harmony, guys. You do know how to play with your voices

[@peterjohnson724]

Two years on and I still regard this as a masterpiece - great work Carson! And Josh's banjo picking is enviable.

[@TheFirstGroover]

One day these guys will walk the Grammys award stage. Mark my words.

[@jessebryant8878]

I am a fan. Just found this stuff. Wow what awsome young talent.

[@umqualquerporai]

How are you not famous yet? That's a really good and melodic song. Congrats Josh and Carson

[@magnetic6212]

I can’t express in words how much I love this song. Great composition gentlemen!

[@picpro5253]

You guys deserve so much more attention for the music you guys make. Love what you two do, keep it up!

[@bruceweigle7597]

binge watching a bunch of Josh and Carson videos and loving them all. Thanks guys!!! And does anyone else thing Carson looks like Buddy Holly???

[@alexanthony62]

Bravo! Great song and musicianship. Very talented!

[@varoadstter3893]

I can't stop watching this. Astounding.

[@davidp573]

Wow, guys - I've been a fan for a while, but I never happened to watch this video for some sad reason. I was born in 1984 in New Orleans, but I had to quit college 1 year from graduating after Katrina came through and move to Monroe in the north of the state. I know this song isn't specifically about that disaster - but wow. The relationships and community that the storm destroyed is so well described by this song, if you want to listen to it that way. Absolutely beautiful.

[@marty7978]

Super performance, i love to watch and listen you both playing and singing

[@rajeevnaralasetty]

Oh guys you perform so well.. and you always have fun with it which makes it lot better. shout out from india

[@hshmanowin]

My favourite Video of 1mio in my playlists... together with the operator and Low Country. oh lord, this is better than real CSNY, Eagles aso... so talented... and nice.

[@woolyman2282]

Wow ! Gonna show you guys off to my friends on F.B. Freakin terrific ... subscribed !!

[@Smiclops]

Hi Josh, I can't get enough of you and your various friends playing. You all's sound is perfect. One of my favorite things you do is record outside, capturing the sound of the world around you along with your music. The two blend together perfectly. It really helps to bring the experience of hearing you "live" to the listener. In this particular song "The Levee", the blend of the music with the birds and the background of nature in general create a beautiful, eloquent sound unlike most any music you hear today. Keep up the good work and we will keep listening!

[@idocmirk]

Really one of my other favorites!