Owsley - Live at Vintage Vinyl 04/03/2004

[@hichu_wxy]

I'm Japanese I like will owsley 本当に本当に素晴らしい音楽をありがとう…

[@chrisrhoton5344]

0:00 - Good Ol' Days 4:01 - Coming Up Roses 8:34 - The Hard Way 12:33 - She's The One 16:59 - Oh No The Radio 21:11 - Zavelow House 24:50 - Rainy Day People 29:20 - Uncle John's Farm 31:18 - Rise 36:35 - Be With You 41:49 - Hard Days Night 43:55 - Sonny Boy 45:03 - Undone 46:08 - Sky Is Falling

[@rockconnoisseur76]

I have a buddy who worked with Amy Grant who told me to buy Will's first album. He described it as, "like Ben Folds Five but with guitar". In retrospect, I think that was a bit of an understatement. This album was the soundtrack for one of the most magical periods of my life. I can't listen to it without thinking back to that time. Good Old Days really hits home. We lost a true talent and one of the best singer/ songwriters of his day.

[@jamesneno2255]

He was such a strong songwriter. So much talent. I didn't know of him before he passed but that doesn't diminish the sense of profound loss I feel.

[@TheJohnnyswank2001]

Fame is a very weird thing. He wanted so much success. And if only he knew how many people he affected...I wish he did.

[@hyperdog67]

All I can say is this guy was one of the greatest songwriters I've ever heard. He is truly missed...and this is coming from a 12 string bass playing hard rock/metal guy! When I discovered him on HBO's Reverb, I went out the next day and bought his CD. His music changed the way I approach my own writing....and the way I listen to music. His music touches a part of my heart that is only accessed when thinking of happy moments from my childhood....amazing talent...Love Owsley!

[@keithshapiro]

Amen!

[@sparklesthecat6507]

He's from my hometown of Anniston Alabama.

[@tman111195]

@@sparklesthecat6507 Me too, went to school with ‘Bill’ as we called him before he changed to ‘Will’ his stage name. Btw who might u be, may know u??

[@sparklesthecat6507]

@@tman111195 I went to high school with Bill too at Anniston High School.

[@tman111195]

@@sparklesthecat6507 Be willing to bet we know each other!!

[@done1675]

This guy was a fucking genius. I miss the great songs he didn't get a chance to write.

[@SomedaySam]

I met will in Vancouver when he came through with Guster in 1999. He was more than just a great songwriter, singer, musician and producer. He was a genuinely kind human being. You are missed Will, and it was my honour to meet you.

[@tomshaw6373]

The world got significantly less light when Will passed.

[@RobotShlomo]

Damn, he left us far too early.

[@sonidojamon]

This is amazing. I imagine the audio comes from the camera mic. I offer myself to remaster it for free. This is a great (and unique) document.

[@davidp158]

An obviously great musician on all levels, and sadly a huge loss. I cherish the music Will left behind and hope his legacy endures. Best wishes to his family. Please remember life is precious and to keep those you love close and safe. Peace.

[@scottbarrie1303]

Would’ve given my right arm to see him live and meet him. He was just incredibly talented and by all accounts, a lovely guy. Totally inspiring musician and songwriter.

[@smitbow1]

Thank you for posting this. I got to see him play few songs at a benefit show in Nashville, and heard him occasionally on Nashville alternative radio. i bought his first CD twice, and gave the second copy away to keep the buzz going. It is Nashville's shame that Will Owsley is not a household name,

[@matthewnewman2338]

Thanks so much VVR!!!! Saw Will and his band at the Lime Spider in Akron back in 2004..what a great show. And he was so friendly with all in the crowd. We lost a true star when he died. RIP, Will.

[@GIR469]

I'm so glad you posted this.

[@Darrenowsley]

I wish I could have Met him I think I am related to him I love this guy! He had chord progressions that really travel. He was The Beatles after the Beatles. People are stupid to not latch on to him. I mean coming up Roses is a master Piece. I wish I could have done something with him Will Owsley and Darren Owsley So cool Will you allow me to do one of his songs

[@KhalDrogo76]

Spent many days listening to this song and his music he is truly missed and seeing this is tragic that he couldn’t find some peace

[@YesOkayButWhy]

This video makes me so happy. Every song is a joy. Thank you to everyone who requested songs that day - especially the Hard Way songs! Such a great setlist. You can't go wrong when choosing songs from Will's amazing catalogue. Will is one of the greats.

[@hello1868]

found his music this year and instantly fell in love with it. it’s been the theme playing in the background of my life since may… listened through many good times, many bad. funnily enough, this performance was on the exact date i was born. what a legend. rest in peace

[@johnkeel9682]

Owsley popped in my head yesterday and I was looking for video. What timing that this was posted less than a month ago. Thanks so much. Such a sad ending for such an amazing talent.

[@joshuavincentparrella6853]

I heard Will when I was 11 thanks to my Dad & I have been deeply affected & influenced by him since. A few of his songs have been added to my live set & before I perform them, I’ll dedicate them to him. Thank you for everything Owsley❤️

[@hyperdog67]

I almost want to put together a Owsley Tribute band.

[@billholman8760]

I had the great fortune to see him open for Fountains of Wayne in Santa Ana and he blew everyone away. The production on his albums was flawless. Thanks for posting this video!

[@YesOkayButWhy]

F.O.W. AND Owsley? That must have been a night to remember.

[@jeffazi]

OMG Owsley and FOW in the same concert. Two of my very favorite. I saw FOW in St. Louis right after they released Welcome Interstate Managers. I never got to see Will Owsley. He was super talented. This video is a gem.

[@bobgatewood]

Fantastic! I am so glad you posted this performance. He sounded great and his generosity by taking requests just showed what a beautiful person will was.

[@deBASHmode]

I love this guy’s music so much. Got to see him play at the Bottom of the Hill here in San Francisco and told everyone I know to check him out. May 1, 2010 is a day I remember like it was yesterday. Beautiful sunny morning. Woke up without an alarm, excited that it was finally Indy 500 month, and sat in bed reading email on my phone. Seeing the news that Will had died the day before landed like a ton of bricks - i didn’t feel right for weeks. Hearing his immense talent is an experience always tinged with a little bittersweet, both in that his light was never seen widely and that it’s now gone from this world.

[@waverleyk5691]

I saw him open for Fountains of Wayne in Toronto long long ago... He is one of the few opener acts... I went and bought is album right away. When musicians I love pop up in used or discounted bins I often buy them and try to find people who end up loving him. He was too good to be unknown.

[@JoeVideo13]

I can't believe I live 10 minutes from Fords, NJ, and had no idea that he performed there. I would've been there if I'd have known. I remember buying his second LP through his website so I could get the autographed copy. So wishing I had seen him live but seeing this is great! Thanks for posting it.

[@JonathanHiller]

As a player, it's amazing the handle on chord voicings and the fretboard that Will had. SUCH an amazing player. Some of these songs would be REALLY difficult to pull off with just an acoustic, yet he seems to do it and make it look pretty effortless for the most part. Makes me think I need to woodshed more.

[@mskcrc]

To be fair, this is Will playing easy stuff. His soloing is where he showed he was a top-tier session guy. Acoustic chord voicings is the easy part.

[@kristianscott1972]

I always come back to this. Would love a ‘I’m Changed’ shirt ❤️

[@JonathanHiller]

Thank you SO MUCH for posting this. Between his solo stuff, his stuff with The Semantics, and his stuff with Amy Grant, Will's music has been a BIG part of my life for a while now, and there is so little of his stuff available outside of his studio recordings. This absolutely made my day.

[@RRBTZ]

Wow, would love to see what Will Owsley, Andy Sturmer and Roger Joseph Manning Jr could have done together.

[@jeffoff7795]

I was in Nashville around '92 and I remember being blown away by Owsley. He was always great.

[@gailgatewood1462]

Pure magic. Every time. Thank you.

[@paultietjen]

AHHH! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! Far too little of his material and legacy out here to see! Loved that I saw him perform in person! Great show! He blew an amp in the first 10 seconds of the show. Brief intermission and then blew the crowd away with his show! So missed. Awesome talent!

[@lloydgarrelts6033]

Paul Tietjen That was a great night. What a loss.

[@TheOmniBach]

Will Owsley....his music speaks for itself....Wonderful! Thank you God for giving him to us for the time he was with us.....

[@Adkturn]

Damn, he was so talented.

[@bernreutermusic]

It's stealthy. You don't realize how hard the guitar parts are until you watch his hands and see what he's doing.

[@botronicmusic]

The best songwriter from Alabama PERIOD! I have some personal favorite songwriting friends that are really amazing, but Will is TOPS! I still melt when I hear his voice & music!

[@stephenharris]

I think the story is that Will wrote "Rise" to encourage his sister to get past her depression. It's very poignant to see it here.

[@gretchen6102]

Im his sister... Will was such a precious guy and hugely talented! I have "Risen" above my depression but miss him SO MUCH! RIP Little Brother... I love you.❤️

[@stephenharris]

@@gretchen6102 Glad to hear that you got better. I was deeply touched by Will's music and even had the chance to interview him in 1996. What a gentleman. Fortunately I was able to save and post the interview: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJSmZoSKjqiLf5I

[@walther9161]

So sad to have been at the top of his field and obviously very talented. Must have been going thru something horrible… depression is a horrible thing. RIP Sir!

[@bernreutermusic]

So cool to see how he played these guitar parts up close.

[@RRBTZ]

Is he using a special tuning on this, iv'e tried to play these and really struggling Lol!

[@RRBTZ]

His chord voicing choices are other worldly!!! Is he in standard tuning??? tried to figure out some his chords.....and I anit coming up roses :)

[@Beepbopboh]

I’m hung over and I have to go to work . I’m sitting here watching this while I should be getting ready . This guy was awesome .

[@mskcrc]

Saw him as the opener for Smash Mouth back in 1997 or 1998 when I was 12. Had no idea that a band could sound like that live. Back then, it was hard to find music that wasn't pushed by the big labels, so I lucked into winning his S/T at an event booth from the local indie radio station. Wore that CD out. Sure, some of it is ez-listening pap, but what a great songwriter when he was on top of his game ("Coming Up Roses," much of the Semantics stuff). RIP.

[@digpirate]

One of the greatest authors

[@czarpaul01]

Thanks for posting this. Never knew he did a show down the street from me, such a talent. His albums kick ass.

[@jamesafflerbach1962]

Amazing. I stumbled across his first album again today… I forgot how damn good it was.

[@AHSCUSA]

I miss him so. Songwriter and singer of songs. We are less without him.

[@pellky54]

Missing you so much today, sweetie. Sleep well.

[@池島賢]

Great! Love his 2 albums!

[@Beepbopboh]

This life isn’t fair ….it’s not meant to be . This guy dropped a huge bomb and split…while we are stuck down here with the likes of Taylor Swift …. Life isn’t fair…it can be cruel and horrible….but for a second or two , it can be so damn beautiful.

[@Devolutionator]

I love his two records. He was such a talent. Greatly missed.

[@chebrneck]

His work with Amy Grant really made him a legend.

[@abc2abc2abc]

genius, RIP

[@damonjohnsonofficial]

Love you, Will ❤️

[@Smartoe12]

This is gold!!!!

[@vincentparrella3424]

What a Gem he was.

[@JohnDavis-xk5fi]

Does good old days have an open tuning? Does anyone know? Also. I would really like to learn Oh No The Radio. I think he has his guitar tuned down from standard tuning.

[@midtownjohn]

That first album was brilliant.

[@55westend1]

midtownjohn , so was the second! Thankfully, the music lives forever.

[@YesOkayButWhy]

I'm a Hard Way guy, the Semantics album is ridiculously good too though.

[@glennscrymgeour7016]

Thanks for posting this.

[@lisagarvey1330]

I loved him so much! Another victim of record label idiots. Such a shame😮

[@AHSCUSA]

Will's "coming up roses"" rescued me from some really hard times.

[@darnrabbits1]

Sadly, it means everything that as a musician-singer, the crowd lets you know they appreciate you. To us that mean it, it means life and death sometimes. This guy was beyond believably talented. He didn't know they cared. Sad.

[@stephenharris]

I’ll never stop coming back to listen to this. Truly one of the greatest.

[@GnocchiTV]

Happy I got to see him and his band when he came through Los Angeles. Such a loss.

[@BillSeipel]

Thank you!

[@jaynunya5136]

I heard this guy song in a commercial 20 years ago,all I knew was the chorus. So I typed "you cant break me conventional ways lyrics" on google and the song is called 'I'm Alright" , now Im scoping this guys discography, sucks he dead.

[@Billfartsalot]

I missed a chance to see him way back when in SoCal, which I regret. His first album is truly GREAT, and stands the test of time. Very sad he did not get more recognition when he was with us.

[@GnocchiTV]

He played a gig at The Mint in LA. Great to see him in a tiny, intimate venue.