Shinedown - Simple Man (Tribute to Taylor Hawkins) Spokane, WA

[@pamfazio9359]

I danced with my son at his wedding to this song! It was so important to have this played

[@hemicharg3r884]

Shinedown. One of THE most underrated bands in the history of ever. Well done.

[@Brian-yl8ig]

I WOULD HAVE TO DIAGREE 100% ONE OF THE MOST KICK ASS BAND I HERE THEM ALL THE TIME ON RADIO AND THEY KICK ASS LIVE

[@BeauTylerMakesMusic]

@@Brian-yl8ig you misread the comment.

[@chrisowen4690]

Agree

[@diiamuc]

Totally agree 💯

[@Vulcan650Vampire]

Volbeat is an underrated band. Shinedown is on the Swiftie train. Sucked into the mainstream. Not underrated at all

[@LaLayLaKwoumanaQino]

This was played at my older brother's funeral. I have never looked at this song the same since. This a is a beautiful rendition.

[@braddevine1587]

Sorry for your loss. It is nice to have a song that always reminds you of a loved one.

[@whatthecluckreese6378]

The most genuine part of this is they said they wouldn’t be performing this song again, the fact that they did it for Taylor is so genuine and frankly admirable. ❤️ Shinedown will always be amazing!

[@blunttarot5340]

Why did they say they wouldnt play this song again?

[@raregem84]

@@blunttarot5340 Maybe because it's just a cover and not really their song.

[@jennifersmith6597]

I didnt hear Taylor's name mentioned. Did I miss something?

[@raregem84]

@@jennifersmith6597 It's at about 5:48 in.He tells the crowd he doesn't want 50%,or 75%,he wants all they got.Then says he wants them to make sure Taylor Hawkins and his family hear them.

[@joshduckreuter4656]

They did stop playing it for a while, but there is an interview they talk about why they brought it back, and it was because lynard skynard told them that they have to play it for their fans. Go through there interviews I thought it was amazing for skynard to say that to them.

[@John.Skelton]

It's so incredible how adored and respected Taylor Hawkins was throughout the rock world! He will FOREVER be a LEGEND! 👑🤘

[@maryjane8735]

And very much missed😪😔😪

[@evodgamehunter4290]

Great guy! We all have our Demons..... he was a good man to spite it all. RIP Taylor

[@karenmodeski4310]

Didn't expect to cry at their show but Shinedown sure caught me off guard with this one. You don't know what you've got til' it's gone. Taylor, you are truly missed.

[@barbr8012]

I love this tribute....Love you Taylor, just so sad over his passing. Thank you Karen!!!

[@beavisbrowne3497]

Good lord we're you related?

[@aliciablanda2835]

Gotta wear waterproof mascara. Learned that the hard way. First show after my husband passed was the best and the worst. Singing my heart out one minute, crying the next.

[@StaceyDennyFreelanceWriter]

Spent 16 years in Spokane and grew up with Taylor in Laguna Beach. Thanks guys for such a heartfelt tribute.

[@braddevine1587]

Very cool

[@Quinid1]

Wow that had to have been a blast!

[@johncavacini6378]

He was probably a cool dude and a good friend

[@DoubleDJ86]

I’m from HB, I didn’t know that he was from Laguna

[@DoubleDJ86]

I’m sorry this loss happen to his family

[@dianebroude8321]

It's so beautiful how music can unite us! R.I.P. TAYLOR. YOU WILL BE MISSED!

[@RowdyYates12]

The universal language

[@dianebroude8321]

@@RowdyYates12 it sure is!

[@rosebell1720]

I absolutely love Shinedown and this showed another reason why. RIP Taylor

[@chadmcochrancc]

People that put their heart and soul into playing an actual instrument and being a true artist

[@cfmiles]

Nothing less than epic when Brent does a cover of this song........classic!!!

[@R2B2YT]

they are so good live its ridiculous....and brent is one of the most down to earth rock stars ive ever seen

[@studioborgatta3504]

Music is healing and so beautiful. Thank youth all the beautiful fans for being so present to such a beautiful moment, Taylor Heard you for sure....

[@mr.b3132]

How can he hear you? He's dead.

[@nicolegilstrap100]

This was one of my husbands favorite songs. He passed away 14 years ago today. ❤️ Love this songs but crying right now.

[@braddevine1587]

Sorry for your loss. Hope it brightened your day a little. Crying is sometimes a good thing. ❤

[@cclarke9301]

I’m sorry for the loss of your loved one.

[@conorwheale4705]

I cried when i watched the Foo Fighters play MSG for the return concert after lockdowns. To see this in honor of Taylor’s passing just a few months later made me cry again.

[@jackmajoskey26]

One of the best covers of all times to one of the best songs of all times 11/10

[@chrisjensen1380]

We’ll done. Nice cover and tribute to Taylor Hawkins 💔

[@something236]

Something about this gives me chills

[@greenmatrix30seven]

How can it not?

[@staceyroberts3468]

Im so sad about Taylor 😢😢😢 breaks my heart he struggled so bad with drugs. I sure miss his huge smile

[@braddevine1587]

Absolutely. Seemed like the sweetest dude. Addiction takes so many greats from us. None of us can probably understand how hard it is to be a famous musician.

[@dianebroude8321]

He had an enlarged heart people

[@skylarpayne5613]

@@dianebroude8321 and he had 10 different narcotics in his system.... that's addiction

[@dianebroude8321]

@@skylarpayne5613 true but that's not the only reason. Everyone jumps to the drugs right away. Granted with his condition it was pretty stupid but I'm so sick of hearing people talk shit about good people

[@staceyroberts3468]

@@dianebroude8321 None of us r speaking hateful of him. Too much drugs or alcohol can cause an enlarged heart. Taylor spoke n an interview about going to his Dr and being told by him that his heart was huge and how he had his wake up call years ago when he came out of a coma from overdosing. When u lose a loved one over substance problems it’s very frustrating and u just feel robbed. He was super talented, sweet,hilarious, goofy, admired and loved by millions. He was an awesome drummer, a ball of energy and is already missed so much.

[@cathyhiles7635]

So fitting for him. He is missed by everyone. The Rock music has lost one of the great.

[@turtlewarrior3470]

I was there the first time they ever played this live, in a small Jax Beach FL club called Freebird Live (since closed). To hear this song, in a club filled with Lynyrd Skynyrd memorabilia, is truly something I’ll never forget. I always wished to hear this in a large venue, thank you for sharing!

[@grannyredparanormalenthusi3761]

This brought tears to my eyes after just learning that Taylor Hawkins passed away from watching The Grammys. Thanks for making this video. I'm in Spokane Valley. God Bless and Taylor will never be forgotten in the music world.

[@warrenjensen4670]

He passed away from watching the Grammys???

[@Mike_key83]

Lol you need to learn to use punctuation

[@mariaslavinski2609]

Wow I'm blown away saw them perform this and to not play it again gonna be tuff but it's for Taylor Hawkins I can live with it ❤️❤️

[@T.C.216]

With the lead singers voice.....they have decades of traveling/music left. Unreal on that voice!!!

[@poetsdreamsatc]

Oh man I had to cry watching this. For Skynyrd. For Taylor. 🙏😢RIP to the greats we’ve lost.

[@brendabrown7864]

Fly High Taylor 🙏🏽🕊🥁🎵🎶🎼

[@cairnsjen]

Last verse when the audience is singing, there's a man's voice I can hear that's beautiful.

[@braddevine1587]

That makes my day. 😁 I try not to when filming, but sometimes you just can't help it.

[@jimflynn3009]

​@@braddevine1587 I was hearing the same thing at the exact time I read this comment.. Good on you Brad

[@jmooch82]

Glad I bought tickets to the show that morning. I can actually see myself in part of the video up in the 200’s at near the front.

[@braddevine1587]

Nice. Was a great show. The Pretty Reckless was great too.

[@thebeginingofsonar1188]

Last time for Taylor and in Spokane. I’ll never forget that❤️

[@commonsenseman8522]

Die hard Skynryd fan, but these do a great job with a great song.

[@johnlermaqct]

in 2007, they play in our little town ,Victoria, TX, couldn't believe they played there, love SHINEDOWN, R.I.P. TAYLOR.

[@jaybarnett6431]

These guys do put on a great show

[@boew11]

My first shinedown concert was summer 2005. I was on a first date with my now wife of 17 years. We've seen them live 3 times since we've been together. One of the best live bands touring today.

[@VERDICTInsanity]

I sang this to my son the moment he was born, such a great song with multiple layers of emotion

[@braddevine1587]

Got him started on the right foot anyway. 👍🏼

[@thechef19791]

The voice is incredible

[@loriandherb]

Yes Brent is amazing. I really like the group shinedown except for zach... he is awful rude and nasty to his fans in post he made I won't be seeing them in concert or buying their music after the arrival of planet zero I purchased when it was 1st pre-ordered... shame to be able to have such a talented man who has become rich through folks like us who purchase your music to get enjoyment from only to read many post from your official website name calling those who have given you the chance to live behind your fenced-in gated home. While they struggle to get the 25$ to play your music.... no... I am good with that! Sorry Taylor lost his life and unfortunately I read that it was a suspected accidentally overdosed... then there was heart issues... drugs is horrible no matter who or where you stand in life. It's a gamble that you take when doing it... I have a nephew addicted to herion it's just a matter of time before they can say the same thing about him... aww so young so much potential... yes bug you threw it away for drugs!

[@Hopeful_Libertarian]

Shinedown also played Simple Man at 98 Rockfest 2016, Friday, 24 April, in Tampa, FL. They did so in tribute to Prince whom had unexpectedly died just a few days earlier.

[@tatianaroveda]

To Taylor. Great version and sound...Thank you.

[@jasmineflower5844]

This was an Amazing! Tribute Brent sang this so Beautifully and it being such a Soul touching tribute to Taylor Hawkins~ God wrap your arms around Taylor for all of us his wife and 3 children and all that Love ❤️ him around the World. R.I.P. such a SAD 😢 Loss to an amazingly young 💯 % Great Drummer and vocalist 😇 Thank you Brent and Shinedown your above Amazing. God Bless you all and safe travels around the world Tour. Debbie 💜

[@tinachism5166]

Just Beautiful. I Love You Shinedown ❤ 😍 💗

[@kingsmith989]

I had the honor of hearing them perform this a few years ago and its still the best song ive ever heard done live

[@KevinRSquires]

These guys are some kind of awesome! What an amazing bunch of musicians and human beings.

[@kimbarnett4113]

I wonder how many mothers sang this to their sons only to play it at their funerals. I know I did and I’m sure so does Taylor’s.Godspeed kind man.

[@lovepeace6681]

🤘 Godspeed Taylor 🤘🏁

[@lorikrueger6005]

Yes my son passed by suicide in 2016 and this was one of his songs and I play it in remembrance of him

[@lovepeace6681]

@@lorikrueger6005 I'm sorry 😔 lost my brother to suicide, actually lost dad, my bestie and both my brothers in short order. This song is awesome. We seen Shinedown and Godsmack in Denver. They played Simple Man it meant the world to me. Godspeed is what cought my eye, our family has always used Godspeed 🏁 stay strong @Kim Barnett

[@kathleenkilcline7303]

My son also.

[@MrJaybeezy123]

No mommas should ever have to do that. God bless you all.

[@effwardangerston8034]

It still amazes me how people can go to a Shinedown show.. see such amazing musicians onstage... and while the they are performing you have people TALK during the show. Seriously.. Humanity is full of mysterious fools.

[@missansley]

And they are taking video of it! WATCH THE DAMN SHOW!

[@bloodowl8927]

Maybe they are talking about how awesome this is. I remember my best friend and I went to see Foo Fighters in Pensacola in 2008. Will never forget that show. Him and I talked about the show itself and how awesome it was. I doubt he ever forgot it. Now it holds even more a special place in my heart. 💔

[@JohnThomas-tb5kd]

I was on a cruise ship trying to listen to a young lady sing in a lounge, when I finally had to ask a couple to “shut the f up”. Turned out to be her mom and dad.

[@ScottJohnson80]

@@missansley Bullshit! I’m glad they take video! Otherwise those of of us that couldn’t make it to the show, wouldn’t be able to see this great performance. Recording video at concerts is not only good for the fans, but it’s great publicity for the artists. KEEP RECORDING THESE VIDEOS, and posting on social media!!

[@missansley]

@@ScottJohnson80 lol ok

[@BobVlogs408]

What a voice, so much talent. I love live shows. This song is a legend.

[@gladysshirey8672]

LOVE Shinedown, well done and nice tribute.

[@Nymn4]

Dude, this was an amazing concert! So happy that they made it spokane

[@chadmcochrancc]

I really hurt because young people follow rap nowadays and 50 years from now the world won't know true talent like this

[@mikeyj990ify]

50? Lol its getting close

[@kimjohnson344]

I think this music will survive. We do have young people following music like Tom Petty, Mike Campbell, Foo Fighters. They will carry it on for us. I have confidence in Rock n Roll 4 ever.

[@derricksnyder6535]

This is the one band that i just cant seem to catch a show for. Either gotta work, or I'm sick. That has happened twice, where I had tickets but was super sick.

[@pwd1679]

Second best version every played of Simple Man. You know you're doing the song justice when Skynard links your version to there's

[@SharonBenson2674]

Love Skynard!!!!!!!!

[@daviddaniels6137]

This is better than modern skynyrd I agree with artimus Pyle skynyrd died with Ronnie in that plane crash…Johnny may have started with good intentions but ultimately used the band for a payday instead of remembrance…Taylor you will be missed and never forgotten neither will Ronnie rip to you both..god speed

[@jClayT6]

Skynyrd*

[@eddiee2750]

That is one hell of a voice right there.

[@cudakatt]

This was a great concert! Still So Humble and thoughtful of others. Taylor was amazing in knowing even his own faults. he said once, he had to pull himself back from these. He gave us alot before he left us. He will be greatly missed.

[@LJ-yz4ob]

Fantastic! Seeing them Tuesday night in Cincinnati. Can’t wait!🤘🏼

[@anthonykobiec8569]

Music, the international language that can be enjoyed by anyone no matter your flavor!

[@unknownunknown-hj6bf]

I love Shinedown but I definitely prefer the original but I absolutely love how they dedicated it to Taylor it’s the right song to use to dedicate RIP Taylor Hawkins

[@Nasty_Riffs]

The studio version of the cover is amazing, but nothing ever beats the originals.

[@TheDiveDawg]

Carly Simon has a song you might like!

[@digimook]

When you give a tribute, Skynyrd is required. Great job Bret and Shinedown. This year has had way too many sudden departures and we're not halfway done ( knocks on wood). From that day you made up a song on the spot to Rick Beato's riff up until today, Brett has been 100% authentic. Be blessed, fellas.

[@alisongunther6486]

It's Brent...(whisper)

[@upinflames_01]

What an awesome performance! Thanks for sharing!

[@danstern8952]

I don’t care who sings it this song makes me bawl every time I hear it! I really wish I had listened to my mom when she was still here😭

[@aflickerofhope]

Got goosebumps watching this.. thank you for sharing!! Can’t wait to see them in September

[@joechapman2981]

Thank you very grateful.

[@marcieharreld286]

Beautifully and emotionally sung!! 🎶🎼🎵🎸🎙🤘🤘🤘💜💜💜

[@bobbys7877]

First time I heard this version I was fucking blown away. Love Skynyrd but rarely does anyone perform a song better than the original artist but this and Whitney Houston are 2 I can think of.

[@r.b.rozier9692]

Who covered a Whitney Houston song better that Whitney Houston?

[@darlenecollins6254]

They always do such an amazing job with this song the only band besides the original that can even do it I hope they never stop playing it.!♥️🎶♥️

[@aliikai5]

AWESOME tribute

[@dianecarter3211]

Absolutely stunning. Great great voice and the acoustic is amazing. Great job.

[@jarrodward3060]

Awesome version of this song! Guitar and singer sound great!

[@gigawide]

This was beautiful. I love Shinedown and their iteration of Simple Man and It's great to see them performing live. They were the first band I ever saw live and I think it spoiled me because they sound just as good if not better live than in the studio. Thanks for filming this and sharing it, such a cool experience!

[@greenmatrix30seven]

Superb cover. R.i.p. Taylor.

[@soulphoenix13]

WOW. I loved this. What a great and heartwarming performance. Melted my damn heart!

[@msmisunderstood8893]

Taylor was so talented! God bless his family and band mates. YOU ARE GREATLY MISSED 😢✝️

[@Wiltac]

*Pow* ..right in the feelz. Excellent tribute!! Thanks for sharing. #ripTaylor

[@dcooper58923]

Thank you for this and doing it in Spokane! Spokane owns my heart, even though I am enslaved on the West side of the State! One day I will be home! RIP Taylor

[@williamriley9904]

Two GREAT tributes in one 🕐

[@saoriley]

what an amazing cover. Thanks guys.

[@laurabuck3511]

I love this band and their music 🎶 is with passion. His voice is a little rustic and to the heart. It was sad when we lost Ronnie. He was the greatest ❤ 💕

[@briangross3548]

Awesome genuine guys!!

[@paigebarrett1337]

Noble!! Mad love!! Grunge Rock... Dave and Eddie keeping the torch alive !! 🤟🤪

[@schawdaya]

I got to meet them working security for one of their concerts with 3 days grace and POD and all 3 of those bands were humble and genuinely nice as hell

[@braddevine1587]

Nice. How cool is that?

[@stephendupree5702]

A great choice for this tribute!

[@bjmcmahon722]

Thanks Brad...this was nice. #RIP TH

[@justinstingley9969]

When the crowd sang. Gave my chills to my toes

[@twmlloyd5257]

Goose bumps, pure class and respect,

[@patrickhutto662]

Really hope they play this in October in Albuquerque New Mexico when they come.

[@lobosalo]

I think they have to. it's probably their encore song. they remade this excellently.

[@Slaters_RC]

I have seen them 4 times and they played it every time at the end of the night

[@chadmcochrancc]

My point is that a song can be but not always about yelling and talking at someone. A true recording artist talks to people...not at them.

[@rickybecklund2488]

Grew up playing hockey 🏒 in that arena ..cool to see shinedown shout out Spokane.....go chiefs go

[@braddevine1587]

Go Chiefs!!

[@rickybecklund2488]

@@braddevine1587 thatta boy🤟😉

[@carlfreeman2822]

I always laugh because this dude loves the sound of his voice so much. I'm not knocking that, I bet he fucking goes nuts in the shower singing..

[@cfalcone2741]

Beautiful song for s beautiful man rip

[@lynbedfordbedford5076]

Absolutely beautiful ❤️

[@junoleo99]

Fantastic job. 🔥🦾🔥🦾❤️❤️

[@amandag6168]

Crying just beautiful

[@lanewhite2025]

all we need is MORE !!

[@unclemikessouthernoutdoors3783]

This is a Southern Anthem, respect

[@nickfernandez7563]

My boys wearing pjs to a performance. Ultimate flex

[@braddevine1587]

😂

[@nickcampbell7198]

Such a God given talent amazing awesome voice

[@georgesmith8255]

This made me cry… RIP Taylor

[@nixonsoares2980]

BEAUTIFUL....

[@tomcree6555]

I’m in tears man rip🤘🤘🤘

[@alana9832]

Same here brother!Bawling my eyes out right now!

[@link7278]

Oooo baby goosebumps!!! Ahhh that voice!!¡

[@turtlewarrior3470]

Thank you for sharing this! I’ve been a fan since the start and was there the first time they ever performed this live. It was in a little club in Jacksonville Beach, FL named Freebird Live (since closed). Jacksonville was where Lynyrd Skynyrd got its start and the club had lots of memorabilia on the walls, etc. Hearing this song, in that little club (max capacity 750ish), in the city where both Lynyrd Skynyrd and Shinedown got their start, was honestly a moment I’ll never forget. (The next time they played that venue, Brent admitted he was nervous for that first time 🙂.)

[@spidermonkey304]

Incredible

[@deanbodishowpodcast9437]

This Is Awesome !! R.I.P - Taylor