Nutshell Alice in Chains cover ........ish

[@superm3gaman]

Dude made a sad song even sadder. Bravo, sir.

[@rogeryoung9691]

Lol right!

[@gageguidry1366]

Don’t get no sad then Layne singing it. I get what you’re saying though.

[@dominikcobb1355]

@@gageguidry1366 I think Layne Would appreciate it though. Funny how Layne, a person who was so alienated and cut off from the world, can save lives and bring people out of the dark with their voice.

[@martinsks.a8434]

Disagreed completely. I think he made a beautiful version, but way more “happier” one.

[@carltonclark4891]

If nutshell was an Adventure time song?!

[@Losferwords68]

It’s almost like Johnny Cash doing Alice In Chains it’s freaking awesome!

[@erikrosas7760]

My exact thoughts!!

[@victorpacheco5699]

Johnny Cash has made a cover of Outshine from Soundgarden

[@tammydozier-scott7081]

Are you kidding me right now?!? I love Alice in chains and always have! And now it’s Frank doing Alice In Chains?!? Thank you!

[@alanwashstuff216]

Just like me myself here. I've seen videos of AIC covers that have been posted here not long ago. It's impressive how more people is digging into this band now. Layne Staley deserves to be remembered by the entire world as one of the best singers of all time and take his drug abuse story as a life lesson for millions of kids out there, he's totally a legend.

[@anahi8765]

it’s a good day to be alive

[@sjorsverhoef9956]

Nice play

[@jopoantiques3867]

Hola

[@stephenjohnson9640]

@@alanwashstuff216 Couldn't have said it better.

[@clmills5037]

Ladies and gentlemen, THIS is how you cover a song.

[@matthewmosley4325]

It is indeed!

[@OM-et4qj]

Not taking anything from.this guy but have you ever watched a channel called Stories? I urge you to give them a listen. Ariel Posen sometimes plays on covers!

[@andrejsohar7511]

That's how you ruinned a god song🤣

[@xbriskx]

nah it sucks.

[@NS-er1gd]

@@xbriskx That’s your opinion.

[@ChadTheGirlDad]

And what a relief that it wasn’t made in the image of the original. A life of its own.

[@bezalel5081]

Is kind of like when Johnny Cash did hurt or when Chris Cornell did billie Jean, so different, so much sadder. Even more so since all of those guys are gone now with the exception of Trent Reznor.

[@saltcreekammo]

Sounds like any Johnny Cash version...

[@dominikcobb1355]

@@bezalel5081 I’m very glad Trent is still here. He serves as an inspiration. It very inspiring he can still sing hurt and put himself emotionally through that song as 50+ years.

[@jxxborgese]

I wish Layne could hear this...

[@dilldozar296]

Energy isn’t created. Energy isn’t destroyed. Energy is only transferred. I can promise you he can hear this! 🍻

[@29memyselfandi]

I’d say he has.

[@redlettervagrant1159]

Lets pray he can.

[@dilldozar296]

@@redlettervagrant1159 layne certainly wasn’t praying

[@lukeduke3738]

He can and did

[@Rcaneneophyte8906]

RIP Layne Staley. Thank you Frank the Jar of Flies is one of my fave AIC albums. Stay safe & stay blessed Frank..

[@alanwashstuff216]

EP*

[@Tripledoubleflip_]

@@alanwashstuff216 definitely an LP?

[@alanwashstuff216]

@@Tripledoubleflip_ Jar Of Flies is an EP, not an album. But you can call it like that, is the same. I wrote it just to clarify.

[@IndigoSkookum]

You ruined my day with this. Unstoppable tears, and awe at your unbridled talent. Well done, Sir. WELL DONE.

[@emrekara4032]

I couldn't believe my eyes when i saw the notification from your channel. Because its NUTSHELL COVER. Ohh thank you, grandpa! ☘️

[@zoezannos]

my thoughts exactly. thank you grandpa !!

[@twistedsevenfold]

This was the Johnny Cash version of “Hurt” equivalent of this song. This broke my heart. Already a heartbreaking night and this one caught me. Just discovering you but Thank you. Bless you man. Side note. When. You got to the second bet so that’s why I compared it to Cash. I could tell you felt that verse.

[@TheCubicleReview2]

100% spot on comment, this is "the cash version of hurt" version

[@jerryreichelderfer747]

Good call on Cash. I was also thinking if Pink Floyd had done this...

[@kenleppek]

My local rock station played Hurt as soon as they got their hands on it. I went out and bought the album as fast as I could. I popped it into my alpine and just drove around and listened to the entire CD straight through. When it ended I drove for probably 20 minutes or so in silence. I just had that weird feeling similar to what you have when you wake up from a really strange dream, almost dazed. I got a little of that feeling listening to this.

[@batangdugo8113]

Couldn't have said it any better

[@tylerreynolds8832]

It’s impossible to not empathize with Frank when he’s playing and singing. Not many musicians are capable of that. Stellar performance, as always, Frank 👏

[@donutsacrifice2588]

What i love about Frank's covers is that he takes the song and sort of flips it on its head. The original Nutshell was very Doom-y, whereas Frank's finger picking pattern makes the the guitar melody have a little bit of a hopeful or happy feel, which contrasts sweetly with the despairing lyrics. This, not to mention Frank's chooses to sing the sing differently. It makes me think of a warm summer day where you're sitting on the porch with some sweet tea reflecting on life and just basking in a melancholy calm. Effing brilliant.

[@mikemike5795]

I'm not crying, you're crying!

[@davidjdevan]

You're right! (me)😭 And you're lying! (you)😭

[@mandicoffin2635]

Whenever I get my anxiety attacks, I come to listen to you. Thank you for calming me down. Thank you Frank

[@The_KlaVra]

Frank, your voice makes angels cry and my soul melt.. You make me so happy with each cover, it feels like I am there in your living room hearing you sing.. Much love from Argentina..

[@LieLikesMusic]

This was beautiful!

[@m.0ribund]

listened to Alice in Chains for awhile now and out of all performances of Nutshell yours was just truly amazing

[@FrankWatkinson]

Thank you.

[@horror_fam0847]

I'm in tears this is the essence of Alice In Chains, my dad suffered his addiction with the bottle during my childhood happy to say his over 20 years sober I need to have him hear this

[@anotherbigfootwithinternet2147]

I saw Alice in Chains the worlds greatest with the greatest singer to have ever existed and most emotional band, and Frank the best cover artist on earth, ended up crying, emotionally moving. RIP LAYNE STALEY, RIP MIKE STARR

[@FrankWatkinson]

I didn't they had died , or i would have cried singing it.

[@anotherbigfootwithinternet2147]

@@FrankWatkinson there deaths were very sad and disturbing. It's haunting.

[@jeffroitero4266]

@@FrankWatkinson - It's a bit of a long story. Layne had a big addiction problem and it got the best of him. However, Jerry Cantrell wrote the song. A long with almost all of their material. Jerry's probably the most overlooked genius of the grunge era. He could write songs for Layne that spoke to what Layne was going through. Putting someone else's pain into words is pretty amazing when you think about it.

[@tylerreynolds8832]

@@jeffroitero4266 right on. IMO, Jerry is the true force behind AiC. And he’s a pretty decent vocalist in his own right, too.

[@Twistedstar0320]

@Jonathan Perez I was lucky to see Stone Temple Pilots with Weiland. Great show.

[@rodrigojimenez8805]

Not quite like the original but I gotta tip my hat to you sir for several reasons. 1. Your composure in your finger picking skills is flawless! 2. You took the original song out of proportion and made this completely your style. That's what covering songs is all about. 3. Your sing as if you knew the songs meaning your whole life, You can feel the lyrics come out of your soul. Very beautiful.

[@FrankWatkinson]

Thank you.

[@Virago250.]

You took a sad song and turned it into something that makes me imagine being in a nice and peaceful place to relax. I think it's the definition of heaven. Loved it

[@phineasgage8252]

Imagine if Layne had lived to become an experienced old man as this guy. Still so sad

[@mattiodowd3209]

That bring s tears. That thought.

[@joshrepik]

I have a lady asleep that needs to hear this as soon as she wakes up. Her favorite band!!! Good on you frank! Another great piece!

[@richy85]

After reading the description I wonder, how could anyone get upset over you not playing this like the original??? This version was absolutely beautiful and I’d say it’s even better than the original. It really struck a chord in me 🥲

[@bee7481]

you can hear all the emotions in his voice and in his strumming! I am crying like a baby right now. Much love from Romania

[@MakeABoomBoom]

Listening to you makes me wanna learn guitar. Bless you, Frank.

[@patrickswayze2596]

Ok, so my wife walks in and asks why I’m crying, so I replayed this for her and we’re both curled up on the bed tears flowing! I introduced her to AIC when we met, now they’re her fave band also (which is marriage material in itself haha)... Thank you so much for sharing this with the world you beautiful beautiful man 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@franciscocarvalho2090]

Maravilhoso! Toda vez que ouço o senhor tocar e cantar, lembro-me do meu avô, que também tocava e cantava, mas se foi. Quanta saudade!

[@marcosulla7224]

Este señor cago a palos a todos los que alguna vez hicieron un cover de Alice in Chains... un genio... Idolo... entendió todo

[@MrWiggles00706]

The fact you gave the song a breath of life rather than something melancholic is amazing. This is a great cover and an example for people making covers for legendary songs.

[@lawrence2087]

Morning Frank...I’m running out of superlatives to describe your covers which get better with each day. Thx for a soothing and melodic start to my day. And your picking on this song: especially nice.

[@FrankWatkinson]

Good morning , i always picture you now drinking coffee. lol

[@M1SS4.]

This was my dad's favorite song and he doesn't live with me and my mom because they didn't get along to well, but he got me better than my mom and gave me more love, he showed me many important things, I miss him a lot right now so I really needed this

[@themagnificentwhiskerbiscuit]

Frank always knows how to make a song feel like his own! Thanks for the morning tunes!❤

[@sagnikmondal9576]

It is about 12 midnight in my country and i found this . Laying in my bed it is drizzling and i am listening to this wonderful cover. Thank you grandpa this made my day and night ❤.

[@wendilisblue]

So glad for this gem💎 . AIC is my 2nd favorite band after tool. Laney is the greatest singer I’ve ever heard and a great songwriter. Thank you sir for this rendition. It’s fantastic!

[@jarltrippin]

Soundgarden is my favourite band of the Seattle scene but only Alice In Chains could write something as hauntingly beautiful as Nutshell. And it was honoured by a beautiful cover from a beautiful human being. Thank you, Frank.

[@adrianlindsay7842]

I listened to that Jar of Flies album to death when it first came out. Love Alice in Chains. Love Frank as well. Great cover Frank.

[@mamanmatty]

Thankyou - for the first time on my guitar journey I managed to play it from just listening to you (3.5 years in). Great cover and so inspiring.

[@deadman6996]

It's an AIC song that makes me think every time I hear it. Now you make me think further and more. Thanks Frank! A warm hug for you from your grandson in Indonesia 🇮🇩

[@nell5815]

I absolutely love this song, your version is amazing. You're version is absolutely spectacular... truly. Don't stop

[@chucklillard1243]

Their unplugged version was haunting. This.... this is just as haunting. All in a very good, heart touching way. You're quite a fellow, I wish I could sit and listen to whatever you had to say for an hour.

[@access_control7]

This is beautiful, man. That's one of my favorite songs of all time and I reflexively roll my eyes whenever I see "nutshell cover," but your spin on it is absolutely perfect. Well done, sir!

[@scottbarnett6229]

As a true hardcore Alice In Chains fan...great job! Its refreshing that you made it your own creation. Also, this song,the lyrics hit SOOOOO deep with me. I'm a new subscriber bc of this cover. Keep em coming please!?🎩

[@christinegood1395]

Oh Frank! I was one of the many that requested this and I am in NO WAY disappointed. You had me in tears. Thank you for making this song your own and sharing with us all ❤️

[@doberski6855]

So opened You Tube and received notification that Frank Watkinson had uploaded two videos. Really hard to hate Monday mornings when you do stuff like this sir. Thank you excellent cover, Alice in Chains-Nutshell, MTV Unplugged video is one of my favorites. Yours version is superb Mr. Watkinson!

[@FrankWatkinson]

Thanks , Monday is a work day for my wife so i'm allowed to play.

[@Daninater]

You absolutely nailed it here, Frank. There were so many wrong directions to take covering this song and you didn't go near any of them. This cover is indescribably so right, so accurate. Thank you.

[@morganriney3988]

This man really loves every single comment? That’s dedication!!! What an amazing cover by the way. It is its own piece of art. 👌🏼🇺🇸❤️

[@LucasRodrigues-qo1fd]

absolutly insane, man. Spot on as usuell. You give to this song a completly different perspective

[@ryanschumacher3448]

I don't know if you know this. But you've made it to Facebook. Recently seen like 3 or 4 of your songs being shared by other pages, some with a million followers. Congrats Frank. You deserve it.

[@FrankWatkinson]

I post on my page i don't really get to know about others.

[@ryanschumacher3448]

@@FrankWatkinson essentially, people saw how popular your videos were, stole a couple, posted them on their page, and used them for their own viewership. They gave you and your page full credit though so thats always nice, it doesn't always happen.

[@FrankWatkinson]

@@ryanschumacher3448 I'm fine with that , after all if you post on any social media it is to be expected.

[@jipsigal]

@@ryanschumacher3448 , and Frank Watkinson - I post a LOT of Frank’s music, have ALWAYS given credit to Pops, and recently I’ve noticed my fb friends are sharing them from my share! Within 1 MINUTE of my posting this one, earlier, someone in my friends list had liked it and shared it! Yay, Frank! You have become a JOY to so many who needed that simple joy, that authenticity, in their lives. Love, respect, best wishes, to you, my Pops Watkinson! ❤️

[@ryanschumacher3448]

@@jipsigal that's awesome. I dont watch ever one of his videos but I truly want him to succeed and love watching them when I do. And it's good to see his music getting out there.

[@jtinners4317]

Mate, I had no idea what to expect. What an incredible take on one of my favourite songs. That was beautiful.

[@michaelscarpetti6556]

Very much reminds me of how Johnny Cash covered Hurt and created a completely new piece of music. Absolutely beautiful rendition

[@SalemSick]

This is quite possibly the saddest song ever written and you somehow made it sadder. Its my absolute favorite song and I've heard just about every cover there is (probably not but still) and they all do it the same damned way. You, Sir have every ounce of respect I can muster. You did marvelously and I thank you.

[@sirswigalot7506]

The tears are running down my face as I write this...I remember about 7 years ago singing this with my mate completely pissed and butchering it. He shipped off to Afghanistan shortly after....really enjoyed this cover bud. I think this is just one of those songs.

[@sybbi7]

sir, you just made me cry my eyes out!! this was so beautiful, hands down the best cover of nutshell

[@Apebek]

This is really good. Alice in Chains is my favorite band

[@charlesbogle6544]

Nutshell by Alice in Chains was recorded right up the street when I was young, just a few years after my dad had a nervous breakdown and my life changed. I used to play basketball right outside of London Bridge Studios there even though at the time I didn't know that some of the greatest bands ever recorded inside. I remember looking through the window and wondering what was going on in there. In Highschool a fellow student brought Jar of Flies into our guitar beginning class and I think we covered this song, or was it Don't Follow... But this cover was so moving and deeply felt. Thank you for your sharing heart and soul here for us to connect with your artistry and creativity

[@Lusca616]

Chorei com esse vídeo, essa música significa muito pra mim, e ver e ouvir você cantando, me tocou lá no fundo do coração, obrigado por existir, com muito amor de seu inscrito e admirador do Brasil

[@BlessedLifeOriginal]

One of my most favorite AiC songs by one of my most favorite independent musicians. Needed this.

[@TmanUtube]

I listen to this with tears in my eyes, & wonder if Jerry Cantrell has heard it? Just beautiful. ❤❤

[@larscomedy9521]

This has such a late '60s early '70s feel to it. Frank out of all the covers of this song I've binged watched on KZbin today you sir won my heart and ears and by far is my favorite. 🇺🇸❤️

[@joandrumz3176]

That you play the covers your own way, makes it even more beautiful somehow

[@earth8498]

I can hardly believe that you actually did a nutshell cover. Thank you, I love your channel

[@fordism.01]

Beautifully done Frank. Very nice tribute to Laney. Very touching.

[@comawhite7543]

Keep rocking my dude!! You're talent is unreal! I could listen to your voice all day! Truly touches my heart❤

[@iain2080]

RIP Layne Staley and Mike Starr Brilliant cover

[@mclovin2155]

Thank you for playing for us, Mr. Watkinson.

[@tepidtooth8539]

“Cover.....ish” haha that had me going, this is definitely just a cover though. Just cause you mix it up doesn’t make it not a cover! Look at All Along The Watchtower! This was great, thank you.

[@michaeleccher4068]

Proper cover, from a brilliant artist. Totally made me cry. This is one of my Favorite AIC songs.

[@itskika34]

His voice is so beautiful.

[@tq8076]

Frank, so many great songs and this was one is one of my favorites. The wife and I enjoy many evening listening to your tunes. Thank you sir.

[@Jess-ky8mp]

I'm not crying, you...ah, forget it, not even going to lie, I'm bawling like a baby. This is beautiful.

[@pieterdevries7828]

Cool story bro

[@dreamerpalmer2443]

This is just beautiful. This reminded of my grandfather, he passed in 2009, I miss him dearly. He could pick a mean guitar. Thank you so much for posting this

[@soulrelaxingtime2364]

Oh my, now this is a great cover of one of my favorites...thank you very much, really nice 💚

[@lukehutchens4778]

How did I just now find you on KZbin with all the countless acoustic covers I've searched?? This was a was an awesome interpretation of Nutshell. Your soul and raspy voice took this song to a whole new place....beautiful. Love and Peace to you sir. ✌️

[@AstraVision]

This belongs in a movie scene! Well done!

[@Thebarradonovanmusician]

This is beautiful. So unique and so powerful. I hope Jerry sees this. Much love from Ireland!

[@donniesquirts5131]

Chills...Frank and Alice??? Absolutely astonished

[@haileyehli]

frank, i’m gonna be real with you here, this is a masterpiece. keep up the great work!

[@Twistedstar0320]

You did it! Thank you so much for doing my request! Loved the way you played it btw. This is the best cover yet of this song. Would you consider Down In A Hole? Thank you!!

[@FrankWatkinson]

I had a choice and chose this , not sure if i can get away with that one.

[@BaseballNBacon]

@@FrankWatkinson Everything you play is GOLD, Frank. If anyone could pull off Down In A Hole, it's you! This is a solid choice though, and greatly appreciated. Much love from the Midwest, US.

[@joacoesemo]

This made me cry for the first time in a while, this was amazing. We miss u Layne

[@scottbarnett6229]

...for the 13 folks that thumbs downed this....remember this...your mind is like a parachute , it's useless if it isn't open. Have a great day

[@christurner3945]

No my mind is definitely open I just didn't care for this guys rendition of one of my favorite songs of all time.

[@gaylechristensen6285]

That's an awesome way to put that. I'm stealing that one!

[@zac2186]

@@christurner3945 Didn't have to dislike it though :(

[@Mikeevanko967]

As usual Frank captures the essence and emotion of the tune by stripping it down which is not easy to do. Anyone can do an acoustic cover but to do them the way he does is so impressive. Cheers sir! ❤️

[@giovanipdk8095]

Essa versão fico linda demais, o contraste da leveza de uma música tão pesada, foi foda

[@DeathshotSociety]

I'm just coming across this channel for the first time and i have to say this is great!! I'm sure Staley himself would be proud of this. Great work, Frank, god bless!

[@AbhijeetKumar-nk8xg]

Me singing with guitar, teto te teto te to tee te to tee te too tee.. weeeeeeeeeeeeee

[@scoopsdujour]

I've been an AIC fan for 30 years, and this is amazing. Following your page now, look forward to seeing what else you have in store. Thank you.

[@hercflyer]

Goosebumps. Like when Johnny Cash covered Hurt.

[@BrokenChain]

Lovely version Frank. So relaxing and oozing emotion. Love it

[@jonny5269]

Mr. Watkinson, we are blessed to have free access to such content. Thank you.

[@citizencyclops406]

Beautiful Frank. I would imagine that being a writer of songs you cover provides amazing amounts of joy and satisfaction when they listen to you sing them. It goes without saying that music is prayer to most of the human race. I’m sure this prayer was heard by Layne Stanley. Very cool. Very cool vest Frank.

[@powerneck5008]

That was very beautiful Your acoustic guitar sounds wonderful In a 🥜 Nutshell 🌰😎

[@FrankWatkinson]

Thank you kindly!

[@papercut4685]

It's so rare to find covers where people really put their soul in song, this is one of kind, good luck and happiness all the way!!

[@ch3xzw677]

Touched my soul❤️🥺

[@matthewmosley4325]

This is wonderful! I'm glad to stumble on your channel, I subbed before the vocals started. A truely haunting voice.

[@shiv2033]

This is what Layne Staley wanted his life to sound like in his last days❤️❤️❤️

[@deadmoon7510]

no, that was kurt

[@calaispenido]

Jesus. I don’t know what to say about it. What I just have heard and seen.. spectacular , amazing. My wish would be just be sitting there listening you singing and playing this song. Masterpiece. Thanks for that. RIP Layne.

[@RajMahalTV]

Name a less toxic community I'll wait

[@FrankWatkinson]

When i first started to get subs i was prepared for the haters , they didn't come and so i stayed otherwise i would have just stopped.

[@RajMahalTV]

@@FrankWatkinson hopefully the haters never do come

[@FrankWatkinson]

@@RajMahalTV Hopefully

[@RajMahalTV]

@@FrankWatkinsonyes

[@donaldgump9617]

@@FrankWatkinson No no.you keep moving on. Don't let the unworthy starve us of.your time. Amazing cover.my man.

[@kvothe2793]

You are a treasure, Frank! May you bless us with many many more songs

[@ricbuchnerart]

There is a saying that when Johnny cash does a cover of your song, The song is no longer yours, but his. This works for This Man too 🙂 Forgive my poor english.

[@JasonRyanWilson]

Nah, you did good.

[@benyoung552]

Wouldn’t have known you didn’t speak English well if you didn’t tell me...

[@Tripledoubleflip_]

Yes Frank! You’re so good, this is by far my favorite channel on KZbin ❤️🙏