Songwriter Reacts: Colter Wall - The Devil Wears A Suit And Tie

[@SongwriterReacts]

If you enjoyed the video, check out my reaction to Kate McCannon here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5SuZaR4obesrKs

[@gooberclese]

You should look up Robert Johnson and his crossroads story. It's very odd.

[@HighMarshalSigismund]

I never get tired of seeing people's first reaction to hearing Colter

[@roywall8169]

Colter is bringing the Western back to Country and Western music. Legend.

[@SongwriterReacts]

No doubt!

[@adamr9215]

The Texas/Red Dirt scene has been alive and thriving for over 20 years now. When Nashville started sucking, Texans decided to do it right. Nothing against Colter, Im a huge fan. But, he didn’t start the movement, and there are hundreds of people still making good music.

[@roywall8169]

@@adamr9215 which artists are included in the scene?

[@adamr9215]

@@roywall8169 Lots of them. Cody Jinks, Jason Boland (Look up Boland’s “Hard time are relative when it come to family”) Stoney Larue, Cody Canada, Guy Clark, Zane Williams and hundreds of others I can’t think of off the top of my head. Even Aaron Lewis the former lead singer from Stained is doing some good stuff. Uncle Lucious has a bunch of good ones too. There is lots of good country out there, you just don’t find it in Nashville anymore.

[@roywall8169]

@@adamr9215 thanks for the suggestions. I am familiar with Guy and Cody. The former I enjoy, the latter not at all. I will check the others out. 🤘🏻

[@SDGBiscuitJWilcox]

I’m diggin’ this rebirth of the “doom ballad”. It’s the type of country music I grew up hearing my grandfather playing and listening to. This generation has some of the best storytelling I’ve heard in a long time

[@SongwriterReacts]

Doom Ballad is the best description I've ever heard haha. Makes me wanna try to write one!

[@SDGBiscuitJWilcox]

@@SongwriterReacts Hahaha! Cheers! 😁 I think you should write one🤘

[@SongwriterReacts]

@@SDGBiscuitJWilcox I'll have to learn to get tough first. My scrawny self can't pull off doom very well haha.

[@SDGBiscuitJWilcox]

@@SongwriterReacts Keep growing that beard. Seemed to work for Colton🤷🤣 Side note: You should react to Clutch... I think you’ll dig em’. Start with something like “Son of Virginia”🙏

[@beatnpotatoes]

He’s referencing blues legend Robert Johnson who apparently sold his soul to the devil at the crossroads

[@SongwriterReacts]

Yeah and I'm even from Mississippi and I didn't catch it! Haha. I was just enamored by his voice that I couldn't listen to the lyrics well...

[@powderpig1657]

I think you mean Tommy Johnson. He was before Robert Johnson. Only difference is that Robert Johnson made 3 albums about it.

[@powderpig1657]

*tommy and Robert Weren’trelated even though they shared the last name

[@CowpokeCannoneer]

A few things to note about this. Colter is actually from Saskatchewan, Canada. He was only 19 years old when this was recorded. And this song is about Robert Johnson.

[@SongwriterReacts]

I can't believe he is only 19. That's crazy man...

[@sdot5389]

….and his dad was the Premier (equivalent to Governor) of Saskatchewan for 12 years.

[@Rootcauses451]

Dang! Great use of drop D tuning. I was perplexed by the slack strings at first but it adds soooo much to the dirty sound matched with his vocals. Instant fan.

[@SongwriterReacts]

Yeah, it makes it so much more raw and full of emotion!

[@dianaklien1560]

“Y’all jus’ leave us alone.” Amen!

[@andcan7752]

The crazy part is he was 19 when he made this

[@SongwriterReacts]

If you could hear the music I was making at 19...

[@garrettnelson1559]

This song is about a man named Robert Johnson. It’s the legend of how Robert met the devil at a old crossroads and he sold his soul in exchange for great musical talent

[@toryhunterbooks]

React to "Kate McCannon" from the Brewery Sessions next. You won't regret it.

[@SongwriterReacts]

You got it Tory! Thanks for the recommendation!

[@thurstonspurs437]

I still get goosebumps

[@SongwriterReacts]

That big ole voice will do it to ya.

[@Tsilsby]

IIRC he just turned 21. He is from Canada north of Montana. During the quarantine this year he was working as a cowboy on a ranch doing cattle drives. He also turned down multiple tv Interview requests simply because he was busy working...

[@renemedina2055]

Great video! I’m glad you enjoyed it. God bless brother.

[@SongwriterReacts]

Thanks Rene! Same to you and I hope you have a great weekend!

[@Jake-do9uv]

You should listen to some of his newer stuff; like his version of big iron

[@SongwriterReacts]

I certainly will. Thanks for the recommendation bud!

[@beagle1060]

You’re so right. May I add, Kate McCannon from the Brewery Sessions (same as this one). Colter, himself, said his voice is strained in these, still very good. Every since his first ‘mainstream’ album till now, you can hear his lyrics and, especially his voice, mature. Still deep for someone this age (just turned 25), but still as mesmerizing. Thanks😊

[@SongwriterReacts]

Never heard of her but I’d love to check it out. Thanks so much for the recommendation!

[@vaughnperry584]

@@SongwriterReacts Sleeping on the Blacktop is also good

[@dbradx]

@@SongwriterReacts His second album, 'Songs of the Plains' is insanely good, well woth the listen!

[@PF-Fly]

I saw Colter Wall and Tyler Childers play a show together at a tiny bar in WV. Maybe 100 people there. Ticket price:$5 cover at the door! The crazy thing is that was in April of 2016. That’s how quickly the two of them have blown up. In less than 5 years they’ve gone from small bars, playing for cover charges, to selling out places like Red Rocks.

[@jaycetrask6657]

Merry Christmas straight from Australia you have an awesome vibe about you, and Colter Wall has an amazing voice!! Enjoy the festive season mate, love your work 👍

[@SongwriterReacts]

Thanks so much Jayce and happy holidays to you too bud! I really appreciate the encouragement and mucho love from Mississippi!

[@larspitman8833]

He’s talking about Robert Johnson

[@viciousvibes7829]

Hes singing about when Robert Johnson sold his soul to the devil at the crossroads. The crossroads are where 61 and 49 meet in MS

[@SongwriterReacts]

You would think a Mississippi boy would've caught that on the first listen wouldn't you? Haha. I totally missed it!

[@viciousvibes7829]

That's the thing about really good artists when the radio dont play the music over and over. Another good song that takes a few listens is colter walls-bob fudge(the video of him in the field is the most authentic version) it's a really good story song.

[@SongwriterReacts]

@@viciousvibes7829 you're so right and I'll make sure to do that one as soon as I can. Thanks for the recommendation bud and have a great rest of your weekend!

[@Tsilsby]

I love watching Colter reactions the first time they hear his voice. I was not expecting that reactions. Just give me a room full of beer and leave me alone... hahaha then drinks from a mason jar! Subscribed!!!

[@Tsilsby]

Check out Shakey Graves "Roll the Bones"

[@teeheeteeheeish]

Interesting take thinking of the label man rather than the Devil himself. Very cool perspective.

[@SongwriterReacts]

Thanks bud!

[@curtisholsinger6023]

Devil takes his due.

[@jamesclark4523]

Check out Benjamin Tod “using again “ Benjamin is the best songwriter out today

[@SongwriterReacts]

You got it bud! I'll add that to the list!

[@merrittdavid8318]

@@SongwriterReacts definitely Benjamin Tod is a phenomenal artist

[@thedan7]

You should check out “In Dreams” by Sierra Ferrell. She’s from West Virginia and she sings some proper mountain music!

[@SongwriterReacts]

I sure will! Thanks Daniel for the recommendation!

[@stevehackenberg]

I swig with you my brother. Great breakdown!

[@juliawilson7063]

CW has a little Dwight Yoakum thang goin on with not playing to the camera. Its a swagger that brings us in the the Colter Wall World!

[@LMDrudeboy]

Your reaction to this made me subscribe. Not a clue about your other videos but I love colter wall and I love musical youtubers who know their craft. Do you solely watch singers/guitarists/country etc? Have plenty videos to recommend on a broader spectrum. Cheers

[@SongwriterReacts]

Really appreciate the kindness Liam! Yeah, I typically stay in the americana/folk/country genre. Let me know what you got!

[@LMDrudeboy]

Thanks for the reply Burt. Have a look at Sierra Ferrell “In Dreams”. Keep up the good work 👍🏻

[@SongwriterReacts]

@@LMDrudeboy you got it bud!

[@LMDrudeboy]

👊🏻

[@nicholasmurner7523]

Why is it no one reacts to anything Colter past the brewery sessions? They’re at least 3 years old at this point folks, and Colter’s voice has matured. Anyone for “The Trains Are Gone?” Or “Cowpoke” like this comment

[@SongwriterReacts]

I got Cowpoke high on the list and I'll add the other. Thanks Nicholas!

[@nicholasmurner7523]

@@SongwriterReacts Ayyy no thank YOU Burt. And happy new year! Congrats on the success in 2020, looking forward to seeing you continue to kill it. Peace ~ Nick

[@SongwriterReacts]

@@nicholasmurner7523 Thanks so much man! Happy New Year to you too!

[@americanboots7580]

Howdy Mr.byler---sure enjoy the topic of your channel--keep up the good work thank you...for the enjoyment i get from your channel...

[@alexmustain9110]

I love me some colter wall, but here is a list of some of my favorite songs you should react to. Geregory Alan isakov- the stable song with the Colorado symphony, Mandolin orange- embers, Sierra Ferrell- in dreams

[@SongwriterReacts]

Thanks for the recommendations Alex! Never heard any of those!

[@d3eztrickz]

Hey alex just wanted you to know that I have all of those songs you listed in my playlist and love each of them. Nice taste in music :P Have a great day!

[@alexmustain9110]

@@d3eztrickz thanks!

[@noahmartin900]

React to Dust in a Baggie by billy strings also summertime by Marcus king and Billy strings! Thank you!

[@SongwriterReacts]

You got it Noah! Thanks for the recommendation bud!

[@Szolrykor]

Check out "Horse Soldier, Horse Soldier" from Corb Lund if you want some more great lyricism. Definitely a unique sound too

[@SongwriterReacts]

Never heard of Corb Lund. Can't wait to check it out. Thanks Saul!

[@loriwhite8501]

@@SongwriterReacts yeah you have to check our Corb Lund for sure.

[@PF-Fly]

You’ve done a lot of Colter and Tyler Childers. You should do their cover of Fraulein. It’s the only song they’ve recorded together.

[@stilleythekid2774]

Benjamin tod or the lost dog street band. Look up their vids. Benjamin did a cover of "the mountain" by steve earl and its amazing

[@SongwriterReacts]

Love me some Steve Earle. You got it man!

[@mora1948]

Gotta do Kate mccannon next by colter it’s an amazing murder ballad he wrote himself !! Then I’d recommend His cover of “bob fudge” live in back pasture it’s amazing!!

[@SongwriterReacts]

On it! Thanks so much for the recommendation and I hope you have a music filled Saturday!

[@greatwhitenorthlife2327]

I think Bob Fudge is my favorite song I've heard Colter sing. It's amazing how many characters he can sing!

[@dianaklien1560]

Colter Wall reminds me of Johnny Cash, not sure why except they are both unique.

[@SongwriterReacts]

That big ole deep voice reminds me a lot of JC.

[@tiffanyguynn8852]

I thought it was, but my son schooled me on it.

[@DeadBoyJJ]

You must not be a fan of the blues. This song is in reference to the legend of Robert Johnson, famous guitarist/singer in the early 20th century. Legend has it he met the Devil at "the crossroads" which is said to be somewhere on Highway 61 in North Mississippi, where he traded his soul for the talent to become an amazing and famous blues picker.

[@SongwriterReacts]

I am Adam but his voice had me in a trance! I'm even from Mississippi haha.

[@DeadBoyJJ]

@@SongwriterReacts, interesting fact about Colter Wall, he still works on a ranch in Texas during the spring and summer. He only tours in the late fall and winter. Joe Rogan tried to book him on the podcast and the record label said Rogan would have to wait for him to leave the ranch, because he goes off the grid during that time.

[@lubje25]

Hi! I'm new to your channel! I liked your reaction on Colter very much. Nice T-shirt! Are there reaction videos on Jason Isbell from you aswell? Couldn't find them yet.

[@SongwriterReacts]

Thanks Lubje! I've got one coming out tomorrow with his wife!

[@billtroxell2148]

Robert Johnson an the Crossroads story, I think, it was 61 and 49, maybe, his voice is awesome

[@jamesclark4523]

This song is about blues legend Robert Johnson selling his soul at the cross roads in Mississippi

[@SongwriterReacts]

Yeah I realized that later... You would think a Mississippi boy would've caught that on the first listen. His voice distracted me!

[@jamesclark4523]

@@SongwriterReacts Colter is an absolute legend in the making.

[@SongwriterReacts]

@@jamesclark4523 so true!

[@ozarklisa1199]

A person could write a whole musical just based on the story in this song

[@MindfullyBased]

Its not what anyone is ever expecting.

[@eliweakley255]

Being skinny ain’t got nothing to do with it he was born with it

[@SongwriterReacts]

Scrawny but ginormous. You right.

[@Beardedfurflinger]

If you like Colter Walls & Sierra Farrell check out the Western as Fu$% KZbin channel,there's several artist there that are bringing traditional music back to the main stream audience

[@allgenrelisten35]

you wanna hear another Great Canadian Singer- try Matt Andersen!!

[@swilliegerard2718]

This dude reminds me of a southern Andy from the office

[@ghost_615]

If John Wayne and Johnny Cash had a baby, it would be Colter Wall.

[@SongwriterReacts]

That's a great call ha!

[@brenttuttle7268]

sturgill simpson.......from the brewery sessions "you can have the crown " You won't be disappointed

[@MegaHd69]

Dude definitely lives in Austin haha

[@SongwriterReacts]

Really? I thought he kind of goes back and forth between Texas and Canada.

[@kevmoful]

Colter wall turned down being on the joe rogan podcast because he had to work on the ranch. Dude is legit

[@johnkropf8364]

Cover me up? Morgan wallen cover and Jason isbell? Maybe both ??

[@SongwriterReacts]

Man I love those songs way too much. I wish I could go back and hear cover me up for the first time. I need to cover it!

[@nolanmacpherson9880]

The man from speedy creak.

[@SongwriterReacts]

Can do. Thanks Nolan!

[@Joe.Grimm.]

If you get a chance check out Cocaine and Abel by Amigo The Devil.

[@davidoverstreet4656]

Sadly, he doesn't sing this "rough" anymore... I miss it

[@Entgleisungen]

You should react to something by King Dude next, maybe Barbara Anne. Or something by Me And That Man

[@SongwriterReacts]

Never heard of him but that may be the best band name of all time haha. Thanks for the recommendation Silas!

[@haleybaird8128]

Burt!!!! REACT TO PRETTY THINGS BY KAT HASTY😁😁😁

[@jesuslara1894]

Can u react to colter wall sleeping on the black top plz

[@SongwriterReacts]

You got it Jesus! Thanks for the recommendation bud!

[@alexnixon3548]

Yuh ou know what's bad is that is that if I try I can get down and as loud as him but I'm 13

[@SongwriterReacts]

I'd love to hear ya Alex!

[@svavar82]

This song is an homage to Robert Johnson for people who don't know.

[@ckronz1152]

A good song is “in hell I’ll be in good company” by dead south

[@SongwriterReacts]

Already got ya covered: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJW7ZZSil76EqKM

[@asoup09]

You look exactly like the kid from Jurassic park grown up lol

[@SongwriterReacts]

haha I ain't mad about that!

[@nickboisclair5566]

React to holler boys, miss my buddies, hey boy hey girl by upchurch?

[@Mr24kool]

React to taylor branch and the lonestar ramblers dusty boots

[@zoevandyke7277]

Please please please do coal by tyler childers

[@Thesaurcery4U2C]

Crossroads rendition.

[@Pabushcraft]

Tyler Childers Long Violent History or TC Follow You To Virgie

[@SongwriterReacts]

I’ve been dying to react to Long Violent History. I did a few videos on him recently so I was trying to give TC a break. Great recommendation and I’m definitely gonna do it soon. Here’s my reaction to Lady May: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6awfZ-lqpmbrtE

[@Pabushcraft]

@@SongwriterReacts awesome, I understand. If you want to check out something a little different but along the same lines Carnage by The White Buffalo is one you might enjoy.

[@SongwriterReacts]

I’ve heard of WB but never checked em out. Now I have a great reason to do so!

[@_the_outcast_king_]

Flow by Shawn James. Thank me later.

[@john14511]

He started smoking and drinking at age 3.

[@b.c.2281]

The ironic part? He's the son of a successful suit and tie wearing Canadian politician. Makes his whole "authentic country" schtick ring a bit hollow.

[@alexmartis3977]

Is he the son or nephew?

[@b.c.2281]

@@alexmartis3977 He's the son of Brad Wall, the former Premier of Saskatchewan.

[@alexmartis3977]

@@b.c.2281 werd...i'm an american, so i'm by no means in the know...:) my understanding is that he definitely never lived with a silver spoon tho

[@princekermit0]

except he grew up working a ranch, and actually still cowpokes

[@americanboots7580]

out of tune his guitar might be but the sound is right on....

[@Arkstromater]

I like colter wall but I hate mainstream country. Any body relate?

[@Arkstromater]

Ok there’s a few “ main stream”. Songs that I like. But for the most part it’s not really my taste.

[@davidlj53]

Dude, you missed it right off the bat

[@jicujicu8773]

Be more carefull with how loud you speek în The transition you make IT so unpleasened

[@JH-qs7ph]

This is so fake lol

[@rtelles1127]

Sorry just don't get the fascination with this guy !

[@quintondees4501]

This kid is bad to the bone 👏👏👏👏👏👏