Sittin' on Top of the World - The Other Favorites

Sittin' on Top of the World - The Other Favorites | Josh Turner Guitar
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Written by Walter Vinson and Lonnie Chatmon of the Mississippi Sheiks, and performed in the style of Doc Watson. We were both lucky enough to get to see Doc play a few times before he passed, and as folk musicians with ties to North Carolina, his shadow has always loomed large.
Equipment/Techniques:
Guitar is a 1961 Harmony H -162 rebuilt by Morris Rowell.
Mics are a Vanguard V13 and an sE Voodoo VR2 in mid-side.
Preamps are an ART Pro MPA II.
Recorded live to 1/4" Tape at 7.5 IPS on a Teac A-3300SX recorder refurbished by Andrew Funk.
Interface is a Zoom UAC-8, EQ and Compression added in Pro Tools
Filmed on a Canon EOS R with an RF 35.
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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.

[@jrileycain6220]

I've been a successful professional musician since 1966. When I hear these guys I think to myself "I knew I should have been an underwater welder."

[@theflash1425]

You ain't lying! I've been playing guitar (or attempting to) for over 50 years - and I get paid to do it now, to the tune of 50-100 gigs a year - and I'd have to walk away if I had to follow this kid in a show!

[@alan4sure]

It might not be too late to switch careers. 😄

[@stevoschannel4127]

GREAT comment, good chuckle, thanks friend

[@SILVERPYGMEES]

Bull Sh-T ! do your thing brother and be happy. Enjoy the music you bring into the world and enjoy others!. I'll jam with you any day.🎸😎👍

[@lynettekomidar2819]

Bloody good aren't they

[@stuhazle]

Yep. That's as good as it gets.

[@snaggletooth14]

Josh plays guitar like the rest of us wish we could.

[@renaudmarigny6045]

Exactly And he makes it look easy as he would make us think : "by practicing a bit, I will nail it" But actually, no ...

[@karenlight8732]

My dad is 94 years old and is ill with dementia, Parkinson’s, etc. He loves to listen to your music. This is his favorite video! He says he wants to invite you and your friends over to play for him. We live in Texas. 😊Just wanted you to know that your music is loved and listened to, and that you are admired.

[@inquisitiveterrestrian]

I hope your dad is okay! I wish you and your family well, thank you for sharing this story

[@danchaloner1357]

@@inquisitiveterrestrian Bless your Dad.

[@gaboonviper2440]

God bless yall

[@owenmiller484]

The fact that josh can play rhythm, melody, riffs and sing harmony all at the same time is ridiculous.

[@Driftload]

Preach

[@mysterx4931]

It is amazing you mean

[@greg4673]

I know right!? I hate talented people 😅

[@alfred1599]

Josh is an unbelievably complete musician, but can we appreciate Carson's vocal adaptability and the magic that happens when the lads get together to create actual music. Nothing but gold from these boys.

[@johno3326]

His voice (not the guitarist) is great

[@pappyfiddle]

I've discovered a method to learn how to do stuff like this. You first off get away from all critics including the one in your head. It's nice to have a soundproof room, or some other place. Then, record yourself, just go ahead and sing like people do in the shower. Usually your internal critic will let you do that much. Then listen to the recording. Take note of the stuff that sounds good and what doesn't. Repeat, leaning into the stuff that sounds good. Thing is, you have ears, so you can tell what that is. Gradually you build up a repetoir of tricks that work.

[@gatoryak7332]

@@pappyfiddle Almost everybody can sing at least OK if they turn off their internal critic and loosen up. However, few people can sing well in all keys. It is important to find the right key for your voice. That's why it helps to play an instrument like a guitar or piano and understand how to transpose keys. BTW, the right key for your voice will be different for different songs. The determining factor is the range of the melody (lowest tone to highest tone) and the range of your voice. Find the key that fits both. Some songs have ranges that are to wide for some voices.

[@aqualung1466]

Carson is incredible on vocals.

[@MrEasyaloha]

Carson makes faces

[@rmyAddison]

This old picker ( just turned 71) loves what you and friends (Reina, etc.) are doing for your generation. Keep the great music coming...........!~!~!

[@Joe.Doucette]

I agree with you. I'm a "young" 62. Josh, Carson, Reina, Toni and all their friends give me hope that good music will be played for years to come.

[@brighter22]

It would be mind blown if this was mainstream radio versus the vile puke on today...aka WAP.

[@Joe.Doucette]

@@brighter22 Dream on for this to be mainstream these days.

[@herberar]

Never seen before a guy play the guitar; the Dobro; the banjo; the bass and sing like an angel all at the same time!!!!!

[@michaelbovee2477]

These guys are channeling some old long lost musicians who's souls have years of life's experiences.

[@bobflannagan7262]

The hardest part of watching your music is reconstituting myself from the puddle on the floor, then clickin' replay. Josh, Carson, Reina, Toni, and all the rest make medicine for the livin' soul. Many, many thanks!

[@courtneyconaway3091]

My guitar listens to this when I’m not home

[@TantraJames]

this literally made me lol

[@brettbaxter7882]

Must be nice. I keep catching mine listening to "Ice Cream Man" and shedding Eddie tears.

[@birdybird1252]

Huh- my guitar gently weeps

[@bobconnor6164]

My guitar wishes it could sound like that!

[@goodcommentman1512]

Now that’s a good comment! I should know.

[@Yognaughto]

Doesn’t get better than these boys playin some Doc Watson, swear to god

[@robbibubnj]

Mr. Socko and I bet they’d sound great singing Frankie Valli’s “Swearin’ to God”. Hint, hint...

[@Guitargate]

YES. SO fantastic. Love seeing this. Miss doc too...

[@allanmarks2150]

So many many years ago - maybe half a century ago - I remember driving Doc Watson and his band from Fresno to San Francisco in my Pinto station wagon.

[@bearclawhogs44]

Dude. No kidding--completely righteous.

[@grantwelshsr.4549]

I know this video was a year ago, but I stumbled on it on youtube, I'm 58 years old and have played professionally with Stevie nicks, and prince, and a few others, and this is just so pure!! out standing !!!

[@chaplainmattsanders4884]

Great comment. Encouraging to the young brothers.

[@11304800]

yeah right---I'm super man. LOL

[@elizabethwhalen1550]

It's heartwarming to know that younger generations are going to keep this music alive. :)

[@kathyhollenbach7413]

Ok, 1st thing; I'm 71. I have loved and sang this song since I was a teenager. Absolutely love this; perfection!👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@goodcommentman1512]

Tape Rolling ✅ Mics Set ✅ Camera Focused ✅ Lights On ✅ Guitar Tuned ✅ Vocals Rehearsed ✅ Hair Combed _____

[@jfr597]

Pandemic Hair😂😉 Great performance.

[@SwiftTravels]

I’m dying. 🤣 Good comment, Man! (See what I did there?😊)

[@zuider77]

LOL!!

[@Kapow14]

living up to that channel name 😂

[@deborahchapman222]

We can’t remember everything guys....🤦🏻🤦🏻

[@adbogo]

One guitar and two voices......................Amazing.

[@GretschProf]

Josh Turner continually amazes me with his guitar prowess.

[@유도마-v2r]

I can listen to him play all day and all night, and there are not many like that.

[@BabaDontKnow]

....and banjo, and mandolin, and electric guitar, and bass, and....

[@backwashjoe7864]

Even Carson has to smile at Josh's guitar playing; love it! Those note bends in the fingerstyle picking are sweet! You guys are awesome!

[@tunahelpa5433]

A great old blues song transformed into a great bluegrass song.

[@ForgottenCovers]

Such unreal guitar skills! Sounds like at least two different people are playing! 😀

[@ColdHawk]

Yeah, now that you mention it...

[@danieldeutschen]

The magic of open tunings and some fine playing right there

[@danielberry9610]

So good. Imagine being Doc Watson and coming up with the sound on your own. Doc is a legend.

[@winter2400]

@@danielberry9610 Doc and many other great pickers like Chet Atkins or Jerry Reed have all said that they've been influenced by Merle Travis. He was the original

[@bobcatross5097]

Yeah. Makes me want to just send my guitars to them. May be I will. I will just tap my feet.

[@cortezcortez739]

Thats got to be one of the best acoustic guitar sounds ever recorded.

[@bobbyhill9444]

I agree.

[@pabloelguera1161]

I'm with you in this one. But the playing makes half of it. You can have the same guitar and same mic with if it's not well executed it'll never work

[@garyteague4480]

And I’m try to see the name brand of that guitar

[@cunard61]

@@garyteague4480 It's a fully restored 1961 Harmony Guitar, Josh just recently sold it.

[@garyteague4480]

@@cunard61 thanks so much ! It had a distinct sound

[@davidjames4838]

Why oh why isn’t there a CD or an album download of Josh Turner’s early covers?? I’m 76 and know all the songs from hearing the originals. He’s the ONLY guy who can totally make them really work. an album would sell like hot cakes! Dire Straits, Simon and Garfunkel, The Beatles, loads more, he is in a class of his own as not only a guitarist but singer and arranger. PLEASE RELEASE AN ALBUM OF THESE AND KEEP THE GOLDEN DAYS CONTINUING. This guy and his friends are legends already. More than awesome! 👏 Let’s hope we see him and his musical friends at Glastonbury festival very soon, you would be just amazing!!! 🎻👍x

[@rosecoloredgamer8148]

He really liked your what? Guitar playing? Rhythm? Inquiring minds lol. I kid, it was an excellent vid, I've had it on repeat for 2 days. I can't get enough of that rocking chair rhythm!

[@jamesgribble4415]

Josh I love your playing and singing. You are great and this old 81 years old is fond of your playing. Best to you and yours.

[@chrisfarb]

It takes a lot to get me to like something these days. 👍

[@redrock1963]

I honestly don't know which I am impressed more by, Josh's playing, Carson's vocals or that beautiful sounding Harmony. Thanks guys, that was just wonderful.

[@danielberry9610]

When I see a Doc Watson cover by The Other Favorites, I hit the like button before I even listen.

[@danielcavanagh5463]

Best cover artists on KZbin

[@ryanrancher2649]

My 11 year old son just asked me dad how many times are you gonna listen to that song. When I stop smiling…

[@tylerhurd9569]

That old harmony really sings.

[@thomascussans9844]

I am left permanently stunned at the seemingly effortless virtuosity of Josh. It is properly astounding. It sort of just seems to flow and flow. Has there ever been anyone better? That a serious question. I am talking about all the greats. He up there them among 'em.

[@jbdmed]

same arrangement Doc Watson did in the '60s except Josh appears to use open tuning and recording quality is better .Doc was awesome but in this case I think I like Josh

[@simon_patterson]

That's a fair call

[@MrJDP1974]

I don't throw it around lightly, but he's a killer. There are a lot of them out there, but he has a lot going for him. I caught them way back when they posted the cover of 52 Vincent years ago and watched them grow. It's been really neat to see them stick together and continue to develop collectively and independently. Carson is no hack, by any means!

[@als4817]

@@MrJDP1974 Same , thanks for posting !

[@miralyse.3846]

Tommy Emmanuel ist pretty impressive too

[@TheTinker6871]

Top quality boys

[@danieltan6030]

You can't get more Americana than this. Pure gorgeous.

[@spacelemur7955]

Doc Watson would approve.

[@LedByTheLamb]

"She said come back daddy, *oohh* I need you so".. Que instant full body chill bumps. Y'all are epic, damn.

[@peters.2058]

Carson, you got the Blues in your voice! Sing more of that!

[@EddiesonDK]

Carson's face during Josh's solo says it all.

[@thediggerfromouterspace3180]

I wish I could like this video twice, or even more. Thank you guys, what a trip ! ❤

[@retro477]

I just heard this song being played by some older folks at Knott's Berry Farm and it blew my mind, I was looking for this song but the harmonizing in the video is the closest to the way the older folk sang it. This was great!

[@diannegrach6376]

Rolled out of bed and the first thing I hear is this...what a wonderful way to start the day.

[@bernardboin3149]

Merci Josh à toi et tes amis c,est superbe.Merci aussi a you tub qui me permet de vous découvrir.Bernard France.😸

[@Brent500]

Doc Watson himself would be very impressed with this. Bravo!

[@davidvidler5107]

You young roosters have got it together, like it's deadly music! cheers from downunder

[@handiman5001]

How N I C E was that -- ooooooooooooooo sittin on top of the world

[@francoisekoulwatt650]

Je suis une inconditionnelle du folk, du blues, que ce soit celui de Chicago, du Mississippi ou d'ailleurs et j'adore la façon dont ces 2 jeunes interprètent cette chanson de 1930 !!! FANTASTIQUE. MERCI. Love from Switzerland

[@staffanolofsson8201]

Josh Turners guitar is a lucky beast

[@petesessa2041]

My Gosh. The guitar work was clean and crisp. The vocals were dead on. Gentlemen, it's just a pleasure listening to your music.

[@jimchapman2887]

Sometimes I listen to this for the awesome harmonies, sometimes for the incredibly clean guitar picking, sometimes just because it makes me happy but man I keep listening to it. This is so nice.!!!

[@CreamyBone]

Doc would love it 😉👍

[@tinytree100]

just magnificent !!

[@robertdoyle3001]

I was a very close friend of Doc's. He would be proud to know you are carrying on his style of music. You would fit right in at MerleFest.

[@jimmccusker3155]

I like how Carson gets so happy hitting that low note early in the song. ;-) Great job guys!

[@tygh80]

What kind of a tortured soul would you have to have to give this video a thumbs down? I feel bad for those people. I am truly amazed by your talent and I so appreciate you sharing it like this.

[@GeorgeCrosley]

Has to be jealousy. This is mind-blowingly good.

[@gregslatin8874]

Don't like my peaches don't shake my tree...

[@wptrader9062]

I finally hit SUBSCRIBE when Josh played the final note(harmonic at 12th fret). I don't know what took me so long. What a rich vein of creativity Mr. Turner and Company has tapped into over synthesized world. Keep riding that wave that you found. Your significant other is right.

[@Erulin68]

As someone with a classical education. Bravo

[@joeoak8181]

Two rare talents. Shades of Doc Watson in the guitar work. Great stuff!

[@beckybggibson2556]

I thought the same thing.

[@cortezcortez739]

That D# note on let my peaches be is unbelievable. What a range he has. The guitar playing is not too shabby either.

[@TheOneAtomicPunk]

What the heck just happened?! Am I really here listening to such perfection? 😳❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@chrissaylor7137]

I've been absolutely obsessed with this video since the first time I saw it. That break down after 2:20 is so close to Doc I couldn't tell the difference if it weren't for the improved fidelity. This is what mastery of an instrument looks like and the vocals are fantastic too.

[@lewie7820]

These are two serious musicians. Looks like they just woke up and are tearing it up bed heads and all

[@pratyushsharma5200]

I want him to be so much popular that to find his channel I'd search "Josh Turner" instead of "Josh Turner Guitar". Love from India🍻

[@PauTay942]

They guys just cant do no wrong. Always a pleasure.

[@mikefox2379]

Sounds like some old Mississippi Blues. Great job fellas

[@SmokeDiver351]

Echoes of Doc. Love it.

[@unclevernz]

Doc Watson would be smiling. Nice as usual.

[@HowCommunicationWorks]

One of Doc's finest fingerstyle performances.

[@chawkinz]

One of my favorite Doc Watson recordings.

[@LindaCasey]

This has got to be my all time favorite type of music. I love to finger pick, but I've got nuttin' on Josh's talent. Good grief! FaaaaanTAStic.

[@chasbodaniels1744]

Don’t feel badly. Few mortals are as skilled and play with such feel as Josh does.

[@chaigh53]

Hmm. I wish I could add a like every time I watch this. Unfortunately I can only give one. I just love the vibe of this rendition. ❤

[@asmith9040]

Doc would be proud!

[@jtyler780]

Dang, that guitar is magic.

[@Igotknobblies]

Love that deep root note...."leave my peaches be" Carson, what a vocal range! Great combination of voices and as usual, superb guitaring. Well done the two of you!

[@tombryant52jumpscoach]

For real

[@tangyorange6509]

Hey Josh, So I watch an interview about how you read your comments, so I wanted to comment. I saw this video back in February, and it blew my mind. I’ve only hear the Cream version before this, and I was mind blown when I saw your take. I loved it so much I decided to learn how to fingerpick so I could play it myself. 7 years playing guitar and I’ve never bothered to try. During this time, I was having a lot of heart problems, which made me very on edge because I am only 19. Everyday I would drive into work, the last song I would put on before I went in was this song, and I would sing along. It always made me so happy and relaxed. Now it’s May and I can actually play the whole song, and I’m currently teaching my dad the vocal part so we can play and record it together. Thanks, Emma

[@adbogo]

What a voice, what a guitarplayer. The new S&G. These guys are going places.

[@martincoulmann2045]

Doc Watson wäre stolz auf Euch!!!

[@billy-bentodhunter3496]

magic!

[@dansanger5340]

Going old school with the reel-to-reel.

[@brucezimmerman9451]

In anything like normal times you would be filling venues. Thank you for sharing. When this country finally gets it's COVID-19 act together we will see you in person. We live in the right technology time such that artists can connect directly with an audience and you can bypass the old arbiters of what should be presented to us. Hang in there everyone and support performers online and in person however you can.

[@stuartmac7234]

Theres playing the guitar, then theres playing the guitar and then theres this. Mind boggling. Truly special sir.

[@gwendolynmcgrath7697]

Yeah , good pickin! Ya play it like Doc did

[@bluesintirol]

Perfect duo!

[@ktakta6684]

Such wonderful talent. Carson's voice is so beautiful, too!

[@tclinn2909]

Carson and Josh are rare gems I found on KZbin. Great music, good job lads!

[@Oculus729]

The best version of this song I have heard. Thank you.

[@steelcantuna]

Tuned in because I was a think'n to my soul this must be the Cream version of "Sitting on Top of the World," from 67 or 8. I "play" the guitar. So, I know the guitar player in these videos is VERY talented. Just enough to make me a little green around the gills. You dig?

[@kevinmills7067]

Doc Watson forever!

[@kaibeckstrand3156]

This is unbelievably good. The guitar, the vocals, absolutely everything. Really really good stuff guys. Made my day.

[@rayswick4707]

Josh, you and Carson really harmonize well together. I often wish I could play as well as you do. At 66 and a crushed left hand that will never happen. Enjoy your life, both of you....🙂

[@brettbaxter7882]

Have you tried switching to the other hand? Granted, it will seem like starting from scratch, but what else do you have going on?

[@rayswick4707]

@@brettbaxter7882 Hi Brett. Well I thought of it. But I wasn't very good at finger picking before I got old and stiff. Can't imagine how poor I would be now not to mention trying it wrong handed. Lol...be ssfe...be happy

[@landonjoneson3415]

You guys have introduced me to some of my favorite songs of all time, and I think this is going to be one of them

[@ColdHawk]

The eclectic range of music they cover is phenomenal. I’ve found a so many of my “obscure” old favorites in this collection, which I love, but it’s the introduction to new songs that is truly priceless. Ok, going to go play this over and over until my wife raises her eyebrows or starts singing along....

[@marvinsturgill985]

That was sooo good! Had to spank my inner child to keep him from singing it continuously!! Don't stop...

[@michaelchristopher4918]

Doc Watson would be proud,

[@razombahato]

Holy crap! Phenomenal. Doc Watson would be proud.

[@mattgray3811]

I love the moment when Carson gets super impressed by Josh's guitar licks at 1:26, with the little raise of the eyebrows .... don't worry Carson, Josh is pretty good !!! But that moment 1:57 when you start singing together is amazing.

[@targetglen]

Josh was always great, but Carson has improved so much vocally and in sheer self-confidence he's the ideal soul-mate to Josh's unassuming virtuosity.

[@Bmwguy2011]

So well said.

[@biri104]

This is GREAT

[@HowCommunicationWorks]

Perfect version of Doc’s finger style arrangement.

[@richardpellis]

Been with you guys since the beginning. Will be with you to the end.

[@ricklarouche4105]

Just sittin’ here groovin’ on the sounds of the “bed-head twins”.. 😂

[@loekivanoosterwijk4793]

you mean bad hair twins

[@AViancourt]

I find this style of picking to be such a challenge, it’s so impressive the flawlessness and feel they have.

[@thepilot2023]

Ohhhhh - that is so beautiful, so well performed and sung, just beautiful, how good is Josh! If I wasn't watching this I would think there are 2 guitars, so good.

[@BlitzFingers]

I'm transported back to the 70s Bluegrass festivals as a small child. I heard Jimmy Martin sing this one many times. What a great pick of a song!