Taj Mahal & Keb' Mo' - Diving Duck Blues - 8/14/2017 - Paste Studios, New York, NY

Taj Mahal & Keb' Mo' - Diving Duck Blues
Recorded Live: 8/14/2017 - Paste Studios - New York, NY
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Summary:
Blues legends Taj Mahal and Keb' Mo' stopped by the Paste studio on Aug. 14 to promote their latest collaboration record, the cleverly titled, TajMo. The duo started off with Taj Mahal's well known tune, Diving Duck Blues, which is featured on their new album. Taj Mahal then played the ukulele to a Keb'Mo' track, "Life is Beautiful," and the pair finished with fan favorite, "Corinna." Information on the blues pair's tour dates can be found here.

[@wespuckdog3897]

I'm so old that I used to listen to these two when they were young men, now they're my age when I first started listening to them, what a short movie it's been!

[@daleleavitt]

Ha. I feel your (and mine) pain.

[@DaxxTerryGreen]

Right on friend. Life is short brother . . . . . .

[@Stellwoodblues]

Hope its been a good one brother

[@erikmaki8642]

The road could have been better, but at least now - in return - we start to understand the meaning and the real value of it.

[@lorirees21]

💗💜💗

[@bartrobertson8444]

There the real deal. They keep the craft of traditional blues alive and all the great souls that invented this masterful simplicity of emotion.

[@randykintzley5923]

I physically feel better after hearing this.

[@davidlennon4662]

So true hard times now the blues drive that sadness away

[@dantoups2108]

Me too

[@jackwyatt1218]

always!

[@growrootslandscape465]

2 thumbs up comment

[@larrylinn8589]

The blues to me, come from broken hearts, but leave me with a smile.

[@cvcoco]

This made me cry. Maybe its the history a lot of us have with these fine gentlemen, maybe its just a damn beautiful song, maybe its just everything.

[@drdave971]

Me too I picked up my guitar and started playing this song and it always makes me cry very heartfelt it’s really about the love of your life which is my wife I’m blessed

[@kardon4996]

Just blues .... 🎉

[@tonyb1063]

just saw Taj in September and at 81 he's still got it. he's gotta get in the rock and roll hall of fame

[@jamesvaughan-evans4055]

F the rock and roll Hall of Fame

[@Two4Brew]

@tonyb1063 One of my friends from the old neighborhood went to see Taj at the House of Blues in Orlando a few years back. Paul paid extra for the Meet and Greet. When he got to meet Taj, Paul explained that he was one of her Kindergarteners (we were in class together). Taj stood up and gave him a hug. He told Paul how much his mom talked about her kids and the old neighborhood. She taught K and 1st for over 30 years. I'm 67 today, and actually still have friends from Nursery school.

[@tageschance5501]

Saw Taj live in Kassel, Germany 🇩🇪 3:16

[@moondawg3693]

To those who Thumb Down on this masterpiece, I feel so sorry for you all, how can you not see the beauty, it's right in front of you. God Bless you all.

[@larrylinn8589]

It makes me cry and smile at the same time. That is the blues.

[@abat9140]

Just be grateful you can appreciate it :)

[@martinsanders5418]

@FreeBornMan 1953 What an utter snob you are, with your over inflated sense of superiority. I mean who gives a shit what anyone else thinks, do you enjoy it or don't you, that's all that matters, no? No not for you, you'v got to feel rage at and look down on anyone who disagrees with you. Pompass fool

[@GloriaDelicioso]

just forgive them is all we need to do

[@martinsanders5418]

@FreeBornMan 1953 Thanks, I'll gladly take pack the pompass fool bit 😉. I've heard a lot of music that I think is crappy in one way or another, but really, what would that matter to someone else that enjoys it? Taste is subjective, I love mine, and can only hope you enjoy yours just as much. ✊🙏🙏

[@alifeworthfinding2838]

Keb Mo has one of the most underrated voices . His voice is blues,soul,r&b and gospel all wrapped into one .

[@rickstard73]

100% this ☝☝☝☝☝☝

[@richardcarew4708]

no one I know thinks anything like under anything.. he's fukin awesome... got something to say.. another friend pointed out that we have two ears... so we can hear what people have to say 🤔 which is exactly why he's in such good company.. you can tell the caliber of a man by the friends who choose him... and, that line from another song...you can do what you want to do, as long as you do what you say you're going to the only measure of a man

[@richardcarew4708]

the rest is, pretty much, optional carry on... loudly.. you'll be glad you did 🙏

[@romeotombran8382]

I agree and his soul comes out in that beautiful slide!

[@TheSelfHelpTube]

Not from where I'm listening. Always been at the top of my list.

[@endlesswave2685]

I Have no words to describe how this music makes me feel.! Maaaaan life is good! Thanks gentle men! Blues!

[@JazzgutsVGvanKampen]

When I listen to these 2 veterans I think: these guys are hitting the essence of the Blues which ain't about only technique but about respect for tradition and feeling, simply great heartfelt Blues.

[@elizabethdevries8028]

wonderful insight, comment. lovely! spot on.

[@JazzgutsVGvanKampen]

@Gun Man I agree 4000% with you, there are many very technicall players and suddenly I have to think on a statement of our national blues singer Harry Muskee who died a few years ago. His words where: I'm listening to an empty egg shell.

[@JazzgutsVGvanKampen]

@@elizabethdevries8028 Elizabeth, I grew up with the Blues and became part of my life, I'm a musician myself and know what it means to grow and nourture a blues jazz style. Keep well in these difficult times.

[@elizabethdevries8028]

@@JazzgutsVGvanKampen Please, you stay well too. And thank you again for what you wrote.

[@brucemargot7970]

Greetings from a 66 yr old fart from South Africa, AGREE, but then don't we all get wiser better with age (Joke) - Stay safe during Covid-19

[@mrmockatoo6786]

"Oh, you can't get away with one, brother, you gotta do another..." Respect. Two beautiful souls in sync.

[@alextotheroh8071]

This simple, delicate thing is so hard to pull off... What a performance.

[@dong1872]

"You got to do another" … and he did, and the goosebumps when up my spine, and my heart burst open, knocked me on my knees, man. Good god almighty...

[@dewdop]

Lmao !

[@shakyarcher]

Both of these men are priceless national treasures.

[@nadavedry]

One of these rare combination of an old classic performed perfectly by two of the best bluesmen ever to pick a guitar in such a crystal clear recording that also captures the squeaky chair to complete the mood. ❤

[@trailduster1977]

Either one of these two alone is outstanding. But any time they are together. It's out of this world. Thanks guys.

[@randallburgess46]

Definitely two of the greatest blues musicians of our time. I could listen to this stuff all day!

[@manofharad]

"Oh you can't get away with one man, you got to do another". Any better words ever spoken?

[@tonyschram1260]

It doesn’t get any better than this, outstanding 👍

[@philipclaasen1957]

Taj Mahal and Keb Mo - honest, feel-it crispy tight blues by two of the greatest blues musicians that have walked the face of the earth.

[@infoscholar5221]

Two thumbs WAY up there.

[@Gribbo9999]

These guys are so complementary. I've been listening to both of them separately for decades and hearing them together is just so right!

[@goodwintrent2989]

How genuine can the blues get? Exhibit A, folks - right here!

[@michaelfogarty8504]

Two truly great musicians doing the real thing - thank you!

[@AZCobraman]

My band was opening a blues fest 3 years ago where Taj was the headliner. He had to cancel for health reasons, dashing my hopes to meet him in person (seen him twice live). So glad to see him still kicking and making great music.

[@maddogmccoy3203]

Having seen and loved Taj Mahal in concert numerous times in the late 60's and early 70's in SoCal , I was very pleased to find Keb Mo on Bonnie Raitt's "Friends" live CD , years ago!....I've always felt Keb Mo was Taj Mahal's rightful successor! Absolutely stunning music from BOTH of them....and now together!

[@robertjenkins7180]

Absolutely an all round blues masterpiece

[@Martha_thl]

This song making me crying a good lonely cry now. But I am going to keep listening.

[@relativelypainless]

Sad, but so so beautiful.

[@fredrikhallstrom8639]

Damn Martha, I feel ya!

[@rickczainski9856]

And I thought i was the only one.

[@chanomnl]

I WAS CRUSHED, THEN LISTENED TO THIS. I FELT IT. I REALLY REALLY FELT IT. DAMN.

[@rondy702]

Sweet slide and great bluesy voice! Awesome!

[@graxav]

The visceral sweet reality of simplicity - just genius.

[@wilburrwould2170]

Before I dye, I must see these two wonderful souls in concert,,, bucket list...

[@cliftontorrence839]

My first Taj show was in1966, one of many to be, was @ the Westport, Ct. HighSchool , cost me 50 cents. Tubas for bass.

[@amberpaigejames9054]

Taj looking like he spent the afternoon with Ernest Hemingway lol And OMG Keb Mo's singing and playing just changed my life. Omg Thank you

[@scottw9732]

Wow, man. Two of my idols for decades. Taj still brings it home.

[@sr4663]

Who were the nearly 100 people who gave a thumbs down to these legendary musicians? Some people got no sense at all.

[@mario7frankielee]

you know the standard answer would be „ they didn’t find their glasses to hit the right button and had no batteries available for their hearing aids“ but maybe they’re just plain unmusical maybe good at something else 😜

[@kramnevets8712]

Taj Mahal and Keb Mo.... it don’t get no better. Bless you both!

[@randyelliott9152]

I feel fortunate to have seen both of these men several times..Saw Taj at a small theater in Capitola California,nice acoustics,Taj told several stories about his life and some of the songs he sang. Saw Keb Mo at a great outdoor venue,The Saratoga Mountain.Winery,wonderful set...Seeing /hearing them play together seems like a natural fit.

[@RushAustin]

Saw Keb at Merlefest last year (2019) and he blew the doors off the place. Absolutely perfect.

[@David53D]

I remember Taj in Toronto young and slim playing a flute and dancing in the mud.

[@everetthenderson5466]

We love you Taj & Keb, keep playing forever!!

[@To.Si.Ma.]

Their voices complement each other so well.

[@terryofford4977]

Wonderful to listen to. The tones,keys and slides are so full of emotion. Terry Offord

[@PtolemyJones]

That metal guitar Keb' Mo' is using has such a perfect sound. Reminds me of the museum of music making in Carlsbad.

[@hunterwest54]

This video wins the internet today

[@aknightwhosaysni2475]

And today 👍

[@pinocleen]

@@aknightwhosaysni2475 how about..... today!

[@aknightwhosaysni2475]

@@pinocleen yeah why not 👍 Happy New year

[@esslar1]

I loved this! Just beautiful.

[@carlbowden4712]

I saw then do this at a show and it brought the house down. They did some very funny improv lyrics with it.

[@scotgallagher5874]

I've seen both of these giants in very small settings. Both of these men we're so appreciative of the fans. Makes them both stand even taller.

[@nancybennett8839]

Taj is awesome After the show he played in Texarkana he stopped by the local blues joint and jammed with the locals. Oh yeah I was there. And years later in Boulder I am buying a ticket for a different show at the Fox and I was walking away from the window putting it in my wallet when I realized wrong ticket! It was for Taj Mahal instead of hootie and the blowfish. But hell no I didn't exchange it. I just went back and bought the other ticket. I guess it just meant to be cause I got to meet Darius later when I went to their show

[@glassncobalt]

This is so sweet...and really clean!

[@postlude1]

This is beautifully recorded. Kudos to the sound engineer

[@shable1436]

Yes, as i read the comments ppl always try to fit things in boxes and has to have a description for every piece of music, but some pieces can't be transcribed by words and notation or tablature. It whats in the middle that counts

[@14thebeat98]

Truly beautifully recorded!

[@paulgresh7260]

Ya....great recording.. Who did the recording and mixing??...

[@RR-vz4kq]

Indeed!

[@rohkwaho]

Sounds clean like a Nagra reel to reel

[@storicallat2857]

Love this song so much, I can't get enough of this here song by Taj Mahal and Keb' Mo'

[@brettmorgan3336]

Whenever I am having a rough day at work or a bad day in general this song reminds me of my mother and helps me press through my day

[@philipclaasen1957]

The real blues invites us all, whether you bad or sad, you can never duck the blues. Bless Taj and Keb. Old Hippy from Cape Town.

[@gillianbooth4828]

Taj got to tell you ... I’ve followed you since your first album ( I’m middle sixties now ). Major highway accident prevented us from attending your show years ago (we survived) but I have felt your magic (kalimba) in Montreal) Keb ... holy shit ... my son ... from Kinshasa ... long story ... we love you,! Saw you in Victoria (and Taj too). Just want to sayThank You! You are both an inspiration to us

[@nago5142]

Touches heart and soul ❤️ Thank you

[@riverthecat]

Simply amazing...full of fun in a class of it's own..

[@durangoransom]

opens my heart wide with love -- to the very depth of my being!!! Wow.

[@roncerosky6258]

How lucky we are to still have these two fantastic musicians still with us.

[@Mykapnmobile]

So good to hear & see Taj..brings memories @ 1976 @ Biddy Mulligans in Chicago..Leonard Nemoy a Serious Blues Lover & I shared a Pint of beer sitting in the front row..Taj & I went in the back lot fired up a joint..He still sounds like good majic..So thankful to hear him again today...

[@giraffesinc.2193]

Absolutely beautiful - had the privilege to see these two last weekend at Pala. Please see them live if you can - their astounding personalities come alive in front of a crowd!

[@Zorgtruu]

Blues at his best! Really enjoy this.

[@bg0252]

all this music makes all my blues go away and puts everything in perspective 😊

[@artysanmobile]

Bonnie Goldstein Which is exactly what the blues was created for.

[@johncardinali]

I grew up listening to Taj at the Golden Bear in Huntington Beach Ca. Me and my brother Don were just starting to play .

[@lukevaughan7706]

Pure Gold !

[@charliemcleod764]

Guitar masters at work here. Brawsome! Best from Scotland

[@akennedy2498]

Spot on Charlie McLeod. From here in Glasgow.

[@unibuzzer]

These two should stay together forever! They work so well together. Thanks for revisiting this old tune! #clickonthechicken #1tribemusic

[@djnoble1]

Maybe one of the best duets to come along in 50 years. Damn, they were made to perform together!

[@anahata8870]

Thank you from Germany

[@rogerleemeyzindi2979]

PURE BEAUTY !

[@JustinBrowndoggy]

Love these 2. Byron bay Bluesfest in Australia rolls them out regularly. Both elegant talented gentlemen who fully represent the blues in the 21st century.

[@christopherhanna5754]

Im not I even sure i deserve to hear such beauty

[@bigrickshaberdashery2759]

can't stop playing and singing this song, amazing pair

[@drnedc]

I shared this, and i am still listening on the rebound. Two immortals.

[@markmartin3221]

What a nice pairing! Two of The Best Yes indeed. My ears separated from my head and I did find them, yes they were found in my heart and soul

[@michaelhill1021]

I just discovered Keb Mo. My wife turned me onto him knowing that I am a blues man. Actually I am at home on a Wednesday because of my knees. I missed work and discovered great music!

[@larrythelips]

Effortless class, great performance and a great tune. Well done gentlemen

[@Behyelzebub]

Absolutely amazin'

[@frankboyd.]

Peace and love from Canada. Rarely hear voices as rich as yours.

[@manofharad]

This is so good, it brings me to tears. Thanks Taj and Keb. And thanks Paste.

[@nanordstrom]

100% feeling and joy!!

[@AntoinePayen]

Fantastic and really moving duet ! Two masters...

[@alasdairwreid]

I still have my ancient recording by Sleepy John Estes and his crew (Hammie Nixon et al) . . . which I still find fantastic - but these two are not so bad . . . !!

[@Chad-gg9kh]

Taj is truly a great bandleader... he ssems like so much fun to play music with.

[@scottfrazer3746]

Simply amazing these two

[@shadeshadyshade254]

Country blues..my fav. Saw Taj in the 90's...these 2 together is golden👍🏼👍🏼

[@michaelfitzurka5659]

Wonderfully done gentlemen.

[@materialclassified]

This is my driving music..Relaxing.

[@peacebeing]

One of my favorite songs by my favorite artists

[@danhuff6531]

Beautiful sound

[@russevans9277]

One sweet sound I can appreciate, love all blues all the different generations playing blues, keep playing

[@williamhenshaw8650]

2017? I guess I'm kind of late, at least I eventually made it. There is something about country blues that can make you cry and make you laugh all at the same time. What a joy to hear two great blues men play some traditional blues as only they can. I've got to run now and hear some more of these fine musicians.

[@williamhenshaw8650]

Oh yeah, and to the 220 people that voted thumbs down, F**K YOU.

[@lorimangold2890]

I love these two guys, I remember," Cake walk into town," Taj Mahal, And. I saw Taj Mahal at some weekend Music Concert somewhere in Washington State, Redmond? And Keb Mo at Bumbershoot, I think in Seattle, or Folk life festival you 2 guys make the Best Music

[@ParkerPeete]

Like a breath of fresh air.

[@wojtekhappywarrior1]

So beautiful I saw Taj Mahal when I was 17

[@fenryblenk5541]

I could watch these two play ALL FRIGGIN DAY!!

[@chriscase1392]

Love that resonator guitar. And it doesn't hurt to have two musical legends playing along.

[@corinnaroberts5301]

Beautiful love and have so much respect ♥️🤗♥️ these man have the beautiful singing which was so underrated people didn't listen to the music how beautiful they are I hope the music gets listen to I love the music so beautiful and the best ♥️♥️🤗🤗🤗

[@mehtaarian1]

For people disliking this...Well you can't blame those whose lives have been too perfect so far to know any blues. But don't worry. Blues chases everyone and never loses. They gonna get cought one day by em blues and come back here to like this.

[@bandofgringos]

Wow soo much soul in one room

[@Beemerboy324]

Aw man, that's good!