River Man

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Every time I hear this song, it stays in my head for days.
I tried to make up for the missing string section with some E-Bow guitars. Tuning is GBDF♯AD, capo first fret.

[@livewire4495]

Your Arrangement and production are Outstanding. Hauntingly Beautiful. 😎

[@meursault7030]

Christ, man, I keep coming back to listen to this. Beautiful.

[@GTRalso]

Good call. Christ was a man but God at the same time. So hard to fathom for sure.

[@meursault7030]

@@GTRalso Sure he was, champ.

[@JasonSchmidt-1979]

I just listened to this with headphones and was transported to another dimension of existence.

[@jazzizm]

a Nick Drake cover on lapsteel. that is awesome

[@sireliot2149]

I just realize this is how I learned about Nick Drake. Thank you sir!

[@synthnseq]

What you've done with the panned acoustic guitars needs to be mentioned as well, that in itself is really rewarding to listen to!

[@lukecyrus]

Thanks! Nylon on the left and steel string on the right.

[@andythefork]

I'm dumbfounded, spellbound, speechless. This is heavenly and brain-tickling for someone with extreme sound sensitivity

[@ChadwickRider]

Nick Drake used so many alternate tunings that he can be difficult to figure out sometimes. Picked this out right away, very well done.

[@lukecyrus]

Yes, and I was almost shocked when I found that this one is in standard tuning!

[@BabaDontKnow]

Stunning and hauntingly beautiful treatment of a classic Drake tune. I'm still mesmerized....

[@PaisleyPatchouli]

I believe if old Nick was still around, he would love this! :) Most excellent cover!

[@MrBuzzthecat]

Nick Drake's music is haunting special and River Man one his best..Your interpretation capytures the melancholy and is simply gorgeous!

[@IvorThomas]

You have put some really nice renditions but man, this one is beautiful.

[@lukecyrus]

Thank You!

[@deanmary1969]

@@lukecyrus Thank you Sir ol couple way down in TX

[@dashboardcrown]

Your playing and tone are incredible. But the backing tracks are the unsung hero here! Such tasteful strumming and "string" parts. So good!

[@MrPatdeeee]

One of the most beautiful renditions on this "celestial" song I have ever heard. And of course, only Luke Goetze can do this. For he is innately talented from Heaven for sure. Thanks kind Sir for sharing this beauty with us.

[@dasbinmich]

I have listened to this countless times. It is so comforting, calming, and peaceful. It's almost putting me to sleep now.

[@lesliestevenson5261]

The ten seconds of video after you stop at the end...required for most of us to just sit and shake our heads in disbelief at what we’ve just heard. Superb and very tasteful cover. Well done.

[@lukecyrus]

Oh wow, I never noticed that had happened. Thank you very much indeed!

[@lesliestevenson5261]

@@lukecyrus namechecked you to @heavypiano on KZbin, does a lovely version on solo piano....do a duet! Would be beautiful I bet!

[@SLoMo4]

at that middle section at like 1:41 on, my heart was in my goddamn throat

[@richardchitty264]

So Right

[@carlmarks8170]

Beautiful cover version of a great song. This is why I love KZbin.

[@gaoldias]

I think if Nick Drake were alive to hear this, he would be blown away!

[@MrPatdeeee]

"I think if Nick Drake was (NOT were) alive to hear this, he would be blown away!". I believe that MOST musicians and many that are not musicians, would be blown away at the talents of Luke Goetze. I have been playing and taught the steel guitar for over 70 yrs; and he is one of THE greatest players I have ever seen. He has a "touch and tone", that few will ever have. Awesome! It has to be innate, for that can not be learned IHMO.

[@andrewroffey]

@@MrPatdeeee Andrew Galloway was correct: Were, not was. It's called the subjunctive tense:expressing a wish or possibility.

[@ThereIsNoOtherHandleLikeMine]

@@MrPatdeeee When you correct someone only to find out that you are the one who is wrong... "Were" is correct. Reminds me of the English teacher who tried to tell me that "They" is not a personal pronoun for gender neutral context. smdh

[@tedhart7708]

Man! Mesmerizing! Lovely!

[@miguelshake]

What a beautiful performance; Brilliant

[@nicolasgeiser1556]

a real poem and 4 minutes of fulness between the disasters. Thank's Luke!

[@pml394]

A pillow full of hauntingly beautiful sounds to rest my tired ears against

[@nealmatthews3048]

Breathtaking. Flawless technique, but one doesn't even care about that as much as the soaring places this takes you.

[@suephillips-st3jw]

Gorgeous Some hints of Jeff Beck's phrasing there ❤️

[@GregoryBrown6283]

WOW !!! Breathtakingly beautiful

[@sasquash1957]

A killer version, thank you for introducing us to it

[@donlopeaguirre112]

Apparently, this song was made for steel. Incredible. Thanks.

[@DJ-yc1rc]

I could listen to this cover a thousand times and never get tired of hearing Thank you Mr G You made my day

[@theLukedishwasher]

This is an instrument mastered, and what an inspiration. Unique. Just fabulous.

[@insider_english1594]

absolutely sublime !! ❤️

[@josephalford6253]

Love these recordings. They're just ahhhhhh...Thank you sir.

[@ArminAdams]

I love the slide twang it brings to a totally non-country song. Opposites do attract. Incredible skills, I pull my hat.

[@funkyjones]

Hauntingly beautiful...lyrically executed with finesse.

[@dalebaker959]

Hauntingly beautiful

[@MirlitronOne]

Deserves more likes - excellent.

[@ricardorazo10]

Wow! I was completely transported somewhere else while listening to this. Amazing.

[@BCTGuitarPlayer]

Stunning...

[@rubbadubdub6543]

Magical - thank you!

[@silvio76504]

wonderful version

[@DennisAnthonis]

You had me floating along a slow moving river and dreaming.

[@mothereartha7]

Man that’s smoking, eye watering faithful testament to a master.

[@thebestian]

I got lost listening to this. In a good way. just...compelled to listen for what would come next.

[@cab5000fi]

Thanks!

[@jeromejoy4479]

Put a smile on my face this morning. Thanks Luke.

[@aipsong]

WOW!!!Thanks!!!

[@meursault7030]

Amazing cover. I now routinely play this immediately after the original. They're perfect companions.

[@RG-vx1kj]

Hi Luke, of all of your songs I have listened to, I like this one the best. More please ...... I'm sending a contribution to the worthy cause.

[@frankgeick3641]

The "E-Bow string section" is genius. I was going crazy trying to figure out what synth patch you were using... totally off base.

[@Zcoleman401]

Man this lap steel adds so much to this tune! Well done Luke!

[@MychaelAllenMusic]

Sounds sooo good!

[@finboyYYC]

great work Luke, a spotify playlist or downloads from itues would be awesome! i'd love to support your work.

[@danceswithstone]

I convert many of his videos to mp3s . . . love it when they come up in my playlist! I also use an adblocker so my veiws don't pay : ( So, I was real grateful to find the Tip Jar a while back! (It's in the description below the video).

[@ClintLock1]

@@danceswithstone Haha i do the same thing and also just used the tip jar. LUKE LET US PAY FOR HQ DOWNLOADS!

[@unstrung65]

Achingly beautiful version of a Nick Drake song ----- even his hand motions add to the 'touch' he has on his instrument

[@kirkduval1279]

I've never heard anyone own a ND song like this.

[@AndySalinger33]

Betty came by on her way Said she had a word to say About things today And fallen leaves. Said she hadn't heard the news Hadn't had the time to choose A way to lose But she believes. Going to see the river man Going to tell him all I can About the plan For lilac time. If he tells me all he knows About the way his river flows And all night shows In summertime. Betty said she prayed today For the sky to blow away Or maybe stay She wasn't sure. For when she thought of summer rain Calling for her mind again She lost the pain And stayed for more. Going to see the river man Going to tell him all I can About the ban On feeling free. If he tells me all he knows About the way his river flows I don't suppose It's meant for me. Oh, how they come and go Oh, how they come and go

[@paulcoalson9738]

Has a certain warmth and mellowness to it . Nicely done .

[@mymuzikzlife]

Great !

[@azcorazon844]

Awesome brother

[@fernandatavares1095]

Wowwwww!!!!

[@FreesyTube]

This is simply incredible. I don't even know what to say. Thanks Luke

[@livewire6925]

I live just south of Nashville. I wish you could visit sometime . You could play both these classics and your own compositions. The quality of musicians is awesome, but you would be unique in this Guitar town. You could play some outstanding venues and be appreciated by Music lovers and meet some very supportive peers!

[@gillesserrigny6324]

Dont let pass the chance Luke ( Or a good time). Thanks for the tuning.

[@lukecyrus]

I’d love to come! Somebody there also owes me a beer!

[@johnrourke4363]

@@lukecyrus I'm guessing a Rolling Rock then.

[@rdpurdom]

I absolutely love this. Ethereal, delicate, precision . Wow! Where do I buy the album?

[@stavrou0]

I have been on a Nick Drake binge for the last week. Then I see the masterful cover. You did this song justice. Cheers to you!

[@StevieWyatt]

I've had this on repeat for about half an hour now!! I've always liked this song, but it lends it self SO well to this instrument. And you play it beautifully.

[@geraldvoss5494]

Seriously Good for the Soul, much thanks for sharing your wonderful gifts, 👏

[@davemassie3726]

BEAUTIFUL! Thank you Luke.

[@BrianMennell-r9b]

I never stop loving this, I play it so much , I think it’s the most and best representation of a love for nick drake. I’d love a copy ?

[@charliewrites]

man that is good!!! you are in the liminal world of N.Drake.

[@johnbarleycorn699]

Luke . . .you the man !

[@jdoucetteguitar]

I am simultaneously humbled and inspired by your performance.

[@stevenchurney2416]

Blown AWAY THISMorn

[@daithesaes]

Beautiful. Thank you.

[@jdoucetteguitar]

watched this again (as i do)....So amazing in every way

[@Thegoldpandaparty]

Music for the soul, a beautiful piece yet again!

[@bobconnor1210]

Stunning! Love to Nick Drake. We miss you, man.

[@jeremiahtalentscout3780]

I got chills all over! This is sooo good! Keep it up!! 🥰💯👏

[@davidcasper4825]

Wow! Masterfully done.

[@andrewroffey]

Spooky! Ethereal! Thanks Luke.

[@eightrodway]

Great touch, great tone, beautiful!

[@scootb7400]

Wowowow! This really hits the spot. Thanks

[@germona]

what a beautifull sound in that lapsteel, and very well played. Thanks

[@nlumby]

...OUTSTANDING

[@malikrath9503]

Wow, very very cool. Thank you very much.

[@dobrofool]

Absolutely love this. My favorite cover was Lee Ritenour. But this. Wow. Phenomenal. I’m guessing you are playing the guitar on the backtrack (?). Well done!

[@johnhiggins6800]

That was Incredible!

[@NUNUA]

Amazing! I'm going through your videos the all day.

[@karst41]

I needed to hear that. Thank you

[@hitsonacousticguitar]

Sounds so sweet

[@DJ-yc1rc]

Question Your left leg controls a volume pedal I see to swell the volume correct? What kind of strings do you use? What’s the tuning ? Those are high dollar Lap steels I saw online, got an extra one? I’ll use it Just can’t get this song out of my head Thanks for the tune. It’s beautiful

[@thierryguille5956]

Nice !

[@UkuleleBobbyKemp]

Gorgeous mate! My fave ND song, and so lovely with your ‘steel vibes... 🥰🙏. Bobby 🌺🎵

[@muddysludge7117]

Well Played Sir.

[@anuraggill1162]

Very nice tone and nice sweater too......🎄🎄🎄

[@costa1434]

I have no words to comment all your performance. I'm speacheless. Just wish you all the best and thank you for your time shared with us. With love greetings from Rome@Italy

[@costa1434]

Tks dear

[@JasonSchmidt-1979]

Ok, this is outstanding! I’m subscribing

[@thomasmartinscott]

That is really inspiring! Thank You.

[@3lil0rd82]

Truly fantastic

[@smokeyrainbows]

Very sweet.

[@ygrekelpm69]

Excellent job... Very nice

[@TimHackettAustralia]

❤