Muddy Waters w Otis Spann - Country Boy (Live France 1964)

Concert for RTF in France 1964. Muddy Waters - vcl gtr; Otis Spann - piano; Ransom Knowling - bass; Willie 'Big Eyes' Smith - drums.

[@Yrr666]

I was a military dependent overseas in England when these guys came over there and were accorded the respect they deserved and didn't get in the States. Was a proud young man then to witness history. Muddy, Lightnin' Hopkins, Hooker and others were ambassadors in the best way - music that touches the soul.

[@Alanoffer]

If it wasn’t for Europe in those early sixties documenting these blues greats we would never have seen them

[@leedee4968]

The best slide playing I've heard in forever and to think it was a year before I was born 😎🤔

[@Quebecoisegal]

Otis was a great supporting artist, but he also became a great leading artist in his own right, irreplaceable.

[@michaelsheather337]

I m from Australia and stumble upon miss tharpe a few years ago , every time I play this train , I'm bawling like a baby , magnificent woman

[@avalanche9026]

Hmm now this is what I’m missing. Ain’t nobody s business. What a treat. Hmm 2023 sucks

[@krisscanlon4051]

Thumbpick,tiny pinky slide, and capo...pretty dang sweet...so influential...I hear the next 30 years of players from this one video

[@Breakbeats92.5]

The irony of these performances is that even thought they are American artists, the shows are almost entirely recorded overseas. We had these treasures right in our backyard and did not document them nearly as much as our friends across the pond.

[@bobjuke4216]

+Corey Cavalier ... I couldn't agree more and I don't really know why. But I would say that it's blatantly obvious Europeans as a whole - for most of the period that it was 'alive and well' - had far more respect and appreciation for America's only 100% home-produced art-form (in all its forms) than the vast majority of Americans (when whatever ethnic background) ever had.

[@JosephKulik1949]

+Corey Cavalier .... Dear Corey: It' the difference of Racial Attitudes between Europe and America....PERIOD. There are White people in the Bible Belt TODAY in 2016 that would still NEVER listen to "Black music". As a 66 year old White guy who has lived in California most of his life, I was shocked when I stayed in Texas for a couple of years about a decade ago. MANY White folks down there used the N-word in conversations with me quite naturally, AS IF I was one of them, and AS IF I quite naturally used the N-word too. Think about the kind of reception that these Black musicians would've received from a middle aged White audience in the 1960's. When this video was made in 1964, Sammy Davis Jr was allowed to perform in Las Vegas, but wasn't allowed to stay in the hotels where he worked. Think about it. [e-mail]

[@Breakbeats92.5]

+Joseph Kulik I often wonder why there is so much conflict between the races. It's sad because we all share a common ancestor so we are all in a sense related. Our differences in hue are only a reflection of the differing climates our ancestors evolved in. We have a lot more in common than we think.

[@devonmoors]

Funny in many respects that it is more or less only the Brits who write books about the Blues and whose record companies maintain a steady flow of Blues music releases ,reissues etc.A disgrace that the USA just does not seem to care.

[@diegoportillo21]

in the ears of white america blues was just african slave music, euros had more apreciation for it

[@johnsidecake6226]

the emotion in his playing and voice is like nothing else, im astounded by him this video

[@billmavin1815]

Muddy and Otis - 2 immortals. Thanks for posting

[@imannonymous7707]

Otis n mud....this stuff is great man

[@kaurikallio4668]

Nobody has dynamic like these two. Fire and water. Hard and soft

[@MickeyWesler]

Glad you shared your treasure!

[@maxshumake3027]

Dang I wish I had that telecaster.

[@pitchoun7385]

Merci beaucoup ☺️ Précieux moment ❤️🤝

[@francisboyle3046]

The Master performng in a beautiful, heartfelt blues that Muddy (the 'country' boy who practically invented 'city' blues) delivers in such a restrained and soulful way that anyone who loves music cannot fail to be moved by it.

[@chrisrees5017]

What struck, from almost the first note, was the sincerity of Dirty River's musicianship - and the glimpses of Otis' reaction suggest that he was celebrating that as well.

[@petewhitney7298]

Looking at this again, even better than the first time. Only Muddy on guitar. Nothin' better.

[@coravisser3846]

This is brilliant blues of Muddy Waters love oit with my soul.Thank you for uploading,

[@rievans57]

As I watch this footage I get a sense of what it must have been like to see Beethoven or Bach perform...

[@26095]

I was thinking Mozart, but...yeah.

[@rievans57]

@@26095 🤣👌

[@rievans57]

The message I get form this song is that you knew the job was dangerous when you took it. Sounds like the blues to me!

[@greatesttoysevermade3693]

Blues the way they should be played from the greatest blues man of all time!

[@medoelwerfally]

Thank you very much for sharing 👍🏼✌🏼

[@CARLOLAEZZA]

🎵 "Let's celebrate two giants of the blues: Muddy Waters and Otis Spann!" 🎵🔵 Muddy Waters and Otis Spann: The Magic Duo of the Blues! 🔵Dear blues lovers, today I take you into music history with a special celebration of two blues legends, Muddy Waters and Otis Spann! 🎶🎹 Otis Spann, the Master of the Blues Piano: Otis Spann was a virtuoso on the piano, with a magic touch that took the blues to new levels. His engaging voice and unique style made him an icon of the blues, contributing significantly to its evolution.🎸 Muddy Waters, the King of Chicago Blues: Muddy Waters is one of the pillars of the Chicago Blues. With his powerful voice and electric guitar, he created a blues sound that influenced generations of musicians. His collaboration with Otis Spann was legendary! 🎵 Legendary Collaboration: Muddy Waters and Otis Spann worked together to create some of the most iconic blues songs of all time. Their combined talents generated a musical magic that remains immortal.📖 Heirs of the Blues: The influences of Muddy Waters and Otis Spann are reflected in countless musical genres and the works of contemporary artists. Their impact on the music world is incalculable.🙌 Honour Their Legacy: Today, we pay tribute to these two blues legends. Listen to their music, discover their story and be inspired by the passion and skill they brought to the world.🎶 Join us in this celebration of the blues and two of its greatest ambassadors. Share this video with other music fans and leave a comment with your favourite Muddy Waters and Otis Spann song! 🎵#Blues #MuddyWaters #OtisSpann #Legends #Music Thank you for joining us in this celebration of the blues and two extraordinary artists. May their music continue to touch our hearts for generations to come! 🎶🎸

[@mauriziopiancastelli4076]

Otis Muddy two giants of tre blues

[@trefor8]

So great.

[@user-vy1eu9kf4e]

Merveilleux pour les fans merci pour là vidéo

[@LuisGarcia-oh1tk]

Muddy Waters.. what a groove great Band Gold fingers Ottis Span.

[@gunners47]

Just absolutely fabulous, thanx!

[@Aminharp1]

Who ever has the whole footage of this Concert He´d be soooo kind to post it on KZbin I love especially that COunty Jail Version at the end of the Concert

[@drstevie]

BEAUTIFUL.

[@petewhitney7298]

How have I not seen this before? Great, never saw Muddy do this live

[@kevindean1327]

It would have been around this time a very young Eric Clapton began to show his emerging greatness when he recorded with Muddy and Spann. Check out the Spann song Pretty girls everywhere!!! By the time Clapton did Telephone Blues with Mayhall it was obvious Clapton was indeed special.

[@kurthriczucsah]

Wow, never seen before - it's great, thank you so much for sharing this gem.

[@baronsnobolla6393]

Excellent, thanks for posting Bob!!!!!

[@kennyguitarallen5662]

just excellent.

[@a.t.oliver2440]

RIP Otis

[@pd8206]

Gr8 kombow ❤

[@billykid5076]

The blues had baby thay name ( rock roll )

[@AliSleeq]

Damn this is rare. This is before Muddy changed the color and neck of his Telecaster.

[@bobjuke4216]

Hi Ali! - Well you seem to know what's goin' on! ... I actually saw this tour in Liverpool (Yes I'm that old!) ... Let me know if you want a copy of the concert - Bob

[@AliSleeq]

Bob the Juke that's a great story mate; I wish I was old enough to see Muddy live. Of course I'd like a copy :)

[@bobjuke4216]

I've sent you a message :-)

[@AliSleeq]

thanks! but where :P

[@bobjuke4216]

I sent it to your message folder on your youtube channel

[@26095]

The Master.

[@tomcanfield5108]

played with the best he isthe best]]

[@stevenw4318]

What's with the 2 dislikes? Some peoples children!

[@essiefinch1356]

yes!

[@bertbretherton]

At the time of my writing this, thankfully only 16 people have declared they have no taste in music.

[@dinoharper8984]

Luv his facial expression

[@ildokliemann7991]

Muito bom!

[@michaelfitzpatrick6307]

Find a Drummer who can give u a relaxed beat...like that.........very rare.

[@cyrildia]

C'est Lo qui m'envoie! ⌚🎸

[@si7ltmixwsata7]

muddy n spann...talkin' 'bout...

[@homesickclifford1966]

Man I think his capo one them elastic ones over fretboard in clamp down n put er on peg had one or made capo with pencil n string jus wrapping on tight back n forth., used 13/16 spark plug socket put guitar on my lap to play slide dems "back in the day kid"😯

[@agohman]

Is there any way I can get a copy of this concert? I've been looking for it for awhile now. I'm the biggest Ransom Knowling fan in the world.

[@StefanWirz]

... here's the itinerary of the 1964 "American Folk Blues and Gospel Caravan" (Muddy Waters et al., Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Rev. Gary Davis, Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee UK tour) Exactly when did this Paris event take place? Before April 29? Between May 11 and May 15? Later? April 29, 1964: Colston Hall, Bristol April 30, 1964: Guild Hall, Portsmouth May 1, 1964: Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool May 2, 1964: Town Hall, Birmingham May 3, 1964: Hammersmith Odeon, London May 5, 1964: De Montford Hall, Leicester May 6, 1964: City Hall, Sheffield May 7, 1964: "Blues and Gospel Train TV" in south Manchester May 8, 1964: Free Trade Hall, Manchester May 9, 1964: New Victoria Theatre, London May 10, 1964: Fairfield Hall, Croydon May 11, 1964: The Dome, Brighton May 15, 1964: "Folk Blues & Gospel Concert" at Hunter College in New York City

[@bobjuke4216]

Hi Stefan - sorry can't help you there :-( .. Not my thing I'm afraid (maybe Paul could help) .. Only thing I can add is that I did see this package at the Philharmonic in Liverpool

[@bobbydirninger4529]

Has anybody noticed how much Ransom is out of tune with his bass??? Still wonderful Blues and footage!!!!

[@strawforest007]

Is this on the same bill as Sister Rosetta? Is there more Muddy footage surviving from this show? Big thanks from a Spann fan

[@jamesbacohaveb7n430]

strawforest007 BB King let the good time roll

[@bluesincolour]

This is gold Bob!, do you have more footage of this gig with Rosetta Tharpe & Sonny & Brownie? Would love to see the whole thing 🤞

[@bobjuke4216]

yes I do.. I can dropbox it to you - contact me at [e-mail] if you want a copy

[@bluesincolour]

@@bobjuke4216 Absolute legend! Thanks mate, I'm based in Liverpool btw aswell

[@Johnnycdrums]

I think this is in G flat.

[@donaldzackson1765]

I dont know whats going on either man

[@bobjuke4216]

Join the club! :-)

[@donaldzackson1765]

@@bobjuke4216 I have been a member a long time

[@musikhausortel8035]

I love Muddy but please can someone explain why he´s allways playing the same solo?

[@carlosescalante1080]

Because he doesn’t NEED to play other solos. Also if you “hear”the same solo, then you ain’t listening.

[@martinharrison7927]

Because that’s the way Muddy Waters plays it

[@williamfagan7835]

Because it was not always the same solo. You need to listen. Muddy was from the old blues tradition and used his instrument to support his vocal performance. I know that for a lot of today's listeners it is all about the guitar solos, but this form of blues is all about songs and vocals. If you want to hear really good instrumental blues you need to listen to some of the jazz greats. Most of the guys who play long boring electric guitar solos while scrunching up their faces cannot sing the blues very well. What Muddy did was the epitome of perfection in vocal and instrumental blues combined.

[@musikhausortel8035]

@@williamfagan7835 Well, I don´t like long boring guitar solos either but that doesn´t mean, one has to play the same solo over every song. Yes, he makes minor adjustments and phrases differntly but it is the same solo every time. And by the way he uses that as intro too!

[@williamfagan7835]

@@musikhausortel8035 Obviously Muddy Waters is not for you. You are looking at his playing in an entirely different context from that in which his music was made. The guitar solo was only an element in Muddy's art. I can quote Louis Armstrong by saying " If you have to ask, you'll never know" and I don't mean to be rude in putting it that way. Can you put your musical mindset into the context of someone working on a cotton plantation in Mississippi in the 1930s and 1940s who learnt how to play in that environment by listening to other musicians such as Son House? If you think about that you might just begin to understand his playing and its subtleties. Muddy played the guitar to accompany his blues singing which he did superbly. You don't have to tell me anything about Muddy Waters as I have been listening to his music for about 55 years and I met him 50 years ago this coming December. So I have had a long time to understand and appreciate his music.

[@eugene6472]

If I had to live in the UK in the early 60's I would have drifted towards Amercan blues as well. UK pop music was pretty awful. Meanwhile in the USA blacks had moved on to Motown and Jazz. Singing the blues was as BB King put it . " being black twice"