Stephen Wilson Jr. - American Gothic (feat. Hailey Whitters) (Acoustic)

[@TyThomas-tr4mm]

Unreal this guy hasn't gone superstar with his music.

[@MrKermitt71]

Why becoming a "superstar" ? maybe He doesn't want to ?

[@stevegatesrealtor]

Where has this guy been all my life?

[@WarrenLandman]

He’s coming

[@chadwalter8512]

Saw him live in Lexington last Thursday, it's the rawest show I've ever been to. And I've seen Jamey Johnson 5 times, never thought anyone's music could be more raw than that. I was wrong

[@realplonk]

the best rise slowly

[@kennethkrull5]

This shits gonna blow up. Hes gonna be bigger then he ever thought he would be.

[@worsword3485]

Still waiting.. cmon 80's kids

[@DRK4x4]

@@worsword3485he’s got a couple good ones but this ain’t it, relatable words doesn’t make it good music. The sound is chaotic. He mumbles and she yells. My father’s son is good and grief.

[@jalexander6699]

Still waiting.

[@RangaPirate]

Hahahaha. I just said this to my Mrs, then found this comment.

[@crazyblumonkey]

He's going end up bigger even, than what we think.. this bloke is the acquired taste you are instantly hooked on.. more please

[@whatalifewhataprice5261]

This should be on the radio for all those unlucky enough to have never heard this man’s music.

[@stevenlinn3962]

Wdym unlucky enough? He’s one of the few country artists that actually still make “country” music instead of that pop country crap

[@molonlabe3083]

This absolutely should NOT be on the radio… This man’s voice is far too great to be wasted and ruined with public radio.

[@humblethinker8493]

What’s the radio???

[@pkahnke]

Not to be too selfish, but let's just keep it to ourselves.

[@Waltz505]

Listen to Travis Meadows

[@southerncomfort1105]

This dude has more talent in his pinky toe than 99% of country artist on today's radio

[@blindjohn2969]

man i just scanned the "top country songs 2023 to 2024" and I listened to hours of songs and tons of artists. most is cheesy af love songs of frat bros that aint even country and cant play guitar. This dude steven is better than all them

[@codyrobinson2247]

You bet your sweet bippy

[@keithwatkins2643]

Second to Eric F$#!% Church

[@snacksquatch2308]

The pedal effect on those nylon strings is super duper.

[@alanricks5021]

Voodoo shit right there…

[@thesundreamers8423]

@@alanricks5021 🤣🤣🤣 agreed!

[@rgammel3452]

One of the coolest sounds I’ve heard come out of a 6 string in a long time.

[@bass3966]

Magical

[@davidpeightal4918]

Tune low string down to B. B-F#-B-F#-F#-B. Never seen it done on nylon strings. Sounds like big rubber bands. Pretty Awesome. I don’t think there is a pedal involved.

[@Jgraven933]

He’s making music for a generation that just missed the 90’s grunge era but never accepted the next 20-30 years of music. This also hails back to outlaw country at its best.

[@seanwebb8678]

My friend I am 36 and what you just said was spot on of my taste in music! Never a truer comment has been written!

[@randomryguy8453]

That’s a good analogy

[@HugoCamacho-on8he]

Such accurate and well thought out analysis! Nailed it

[@DavidSmith-is4ph]

Look up Autovaughn Hell of a Place and you won't believe it. Stephen was an indie rocker.

[@Clandestine_Moisture]

This is a very narrow view of music for the last 3 decades...

[@darrenaurand7138]

When you can bring it with just vocals and a acoustic guitar you're good......this F'in Rocks 🤟😎

[@AlaskanGoldMiner]

This entire album, all 22 songs, has been on repeat for the past two weeks of my life. I have not been moved by an artist in this way since Chris Whitley released “Living With the Law.” Thank you, Stephen.

[@jakecarroll3135]

Once in a generation kinda talent

[@joshauerbach6654]

Same

[@davidpeightal4918]

Been missing Chris Whitley. Still makes me so sad to know he is gone.

[@tomh-ph3dp]

Wow, yeah, Living with the Law, I totally feel you there

[@OrdoBeanMan]

I’ve never been a country fan, but dude, you have made me one. Your music is just incredible man.

[@slingflur]

Find his acoustic version of ‘Year to be young 1994”. He is an amazing songwriter and sound so much like Springsteen

[@margaretasmith852]

Exactly my same sentiments!

[@margaretasmith852]

Exactly my same sentiments!

[@JRCinKY]

Shore ain't Country...but WTF is he?

[@predictiveprogramming3760]

I swear some people see an acoustic guitar and think, "this must be country music!".

[@wyattpowers7685]

Dont get how this song only has 127K views. This is the song of the decade rignt here.

[@BigNate78]

Because it’s country. Just being honest.

[@nrviking]

This song has “it”. Truly a special song that can paint a picture of and capture an era. Brilliant songwriting.

[@chrisezelle]

👍🏼🔥🎵

[@Drivehead103]

Legend in the making happening right before your very eyes. Incredible.

[@nilocrevlis]

Best album I have heard in 10 years. Chills.

[@jakecarroll3135]

Me too man.

[@Bobby82568]

2025 has already started off to a great start, thanks Stephen 🙏🏻

[@herdondoozer]

Stephen and Hailey are the actual hopes of restoring country music to its former self

[@Shesse4]

Throw in Charles Wesley Godwin and Tyler Childers too

[@kieranluke3810]

@@Shesse4add Colter Wall too

[@evandegray6688]

Red bic lighter in a blue jean pocket will never leave my mind, one of those lines I’ll sing forever randomly

[@Lemonjellow]

It was always that one guy who went to Cincinnati to Party and got the cow bic from United Dairy Farmers that guarded it the most... Watching you light a cowboy killer like you're taking his daughter to prom...

[@kristenhamilton9717]

Fellow southern Indiana girl here. I've spent the last hour going back and forth between feelings of awe at your talent and nostalgia from your lyrics. You, sir, are the real deal! I am certain that your career is about to go through the roof! It would be amazing if you would come play in Madison! ❤

[@Lemonjellow]

Madison! You guys are practically Northerners up there! 😆 I jest... Everyone else in Indiana is north of me. Figuratively, not actually at this particular moment as I'm sitting in Northern Vanderburgh county so there's at least 100,000 people South of me in Indiana... But when I drive 20 minutes into Posey!!!

[@DougFLTRX]

Yeah me too.... on both counts. I can literally picture the late 80s early 90s Hoosier rural kids vibe pouring out of this song. Best times of my life.

[@Rugbygorilla]

This is proper outlaw country. So refreshing to hear instead of the current generic country pop thats out there right now, usually some jock in a cowboy hat singing about "heartbreak" 🙄 This is pure, raw talent. Amazing to hear.

[@Tomek1985]

Thank you Sir for bringing back real music ❤🇺🇲 greetings from Poland 🇵🇱

[@desmondboychuk4520]

Springsteen, pearl jam, little hint of zeppelin!!! FU KN AMAZING ❤

[@mackhollowpoint]

Put a bunch of spoons in a bucket, and he's gonna give something back worth grooving to.

[@MoveUpMedia]

Wait for it…wait for it…album of the year.

[@inmintstate]

Why isnt this MASSIVE

[@maggiesisco7543]

I love it! I've never heard anyone reference jack Kerouac in a song.

[@ashsmith3695]

A friend I’ve known since 1985 gave me the “heads up” about your music roughly two hours ago. I’m so thankful that he did. Greetings from Australia.👍

[@jenniferhobbs6354]

Damn!!! This gave me goosebumps!! It's like two bodies moving together in harmony with absolutely no regret. Wow!!

[@jenniferhobbs6354]

@stephenwilsonjr. I'd go to the moons of Neptune and back to see you in concert. Coming to Arkansas in May. Fully plan on being there!!!

[@julialovesjudas]

When people try to pull me down, I always turn to music. It’s my medicine for the heart ❤️ Bless this music. This is one of a kind! Real Life Living 🎶

[@TheScrubDesigns]

2:14 her voice got me in tears right there

[@njblanco10]

Best album I ever heard, hands down.

[@Noeland]

Just found this tonight. Never heard of either of them. Absolutely love it. LOVE IT.

[@Elements795]

Snap

[@jaypeplow_]

You guys really need to check out his album. The devil is incredible and I dare you to listen to Henry.

[@waltercardona8238]

I cannot get enough of this guy

[@morganmend]

Stephen’s sound is by far the most unique I have ever heard. I am hooked and have this album on repeat for the last month.

[@mattcamerson6761]

A ton of the comments in his videos are about his lack of exposure. Just shows you how hard it is to make it in the music business. This guy is so talented. I wish him nothing but the best.

[@smsnc20]

I dont understand how your stuff hasn't spread far and wide by now.

[@MrMan5014]

I’m not sure if we as a society can fully and truly appreciate the lyrics of this song…Stephen is a true talent!..I think he’s my new favourite artist!…

[@Knvb-]

This is by no small margin the best song I’ve heard this year. Number 2 is father’s son. Who is this guy. It’s 90’s grunge outlaw country fusion and I’m here for it

[@keithwatkins2643]

Love this guy. Can't wait too see him in February in Pa.

[@davidwilson9718]

This kind of music can move mountains.

[@Destin4Life]

An acoustic album of all the same songs on your previous album would be super dope to have on repeat while driving.cheers

[@CatCmdr]

He is his own genre… and it’s Amazing! 🤩

[@darrellsmith2658]

Witnessing something very special here.

[@edstoffregen3623]

One guitar, two vocals, and the result. Very impressive!

[@Wyattdearrp]

Can’t tell you the last time I was this excited about an artist, this album is on repeat for me, country music needs this. Can’t beat the original version but this definitely should be released, love it. I’m just getting some bugs.

[@ZCKETZ]

Just keep spreading his music to everyone!!

[@jimmyashtray7665]

What a gem of a song

[@Wyattdearrp]

God damn nailed the voice with the guitar sound, damn this is epic sounding. Dig the looks.

[@jeremyisbell7149]

Amazing 🤩 It was an honor doing sound for you and Hailey in Peoria at Crusens. I’ve been playing your tracks weekly and still can’t get enough! You are a rare talent with writing and your tone! Hope to work with you again. Thank you for your talent!!

[@michaelpope7250]

Don't know why he isnt huge. Love his music. The vocals with her are great!!

[@FlyingElvis3]

I’m livin’ for those bass notes

[@danbiancuzzo1270]

So real, so refreshing.

[@lotsabuena1406]

This is what is called "A Musician's Musician".....someone the famous and pretty people living in their mansions play when they want to hear something worth a damn and be in awe of those who are simply playing and singing without caring about the Glamour of it all.

[@ford1911s]

Great song about growing up in a rural community. Great modern take on the American Gothic painting.

[@iConformist]

WTF.... how did I just learn of you only a few days ago Stephen? Absolute solid jams!! Will keep an eye on your tour schedules. Would love to catch you live.

[@strabe30]

Such a good freaking song man and represents growing up a millennial in the Midwest so well.

[@cbwilson9312]

We need people like you making amazing music. Thank you!

[@leamarie5129]

She was the perfect voice for this.

[@michaelphipps8647]

Your music is 🔥

[@magzrichards]

Oooooof .....in my ears and lands in my chest ❤❤❤❤❤

[@brentandersen8343]

That fucking guitar is fire!!!!!!

[@jeromewieland55]

Hands down one of the best duets our ears will ever hear!!! Amazing!!!

[@adambradberry-virginia3020]

Stephen, you are for sure one of the realest bestest legitest actualist no doubtest most coolest artist i have heard in a lonnnnnnng time..and im 50. you paint the picture bro, with just enough sleaze in your guitar to make it rock......thanks man

[@MetalBootGuy]

goddamn her voice is beautiful

[@markpoindexter5342]

What a Jam!!!

[@SugarMapleForge]

Probably my favorite song. All of his music hits home.

[@AlexanderHofer-mo5sr]

Goosbumps 😮❤😊

[@bellalpha]

This is sooooo sick...love your vibe and songs man...my friend Roan Ash introduced your music to me and since I started listening to it I was hooked...keep up the good tunes brother. Greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@wickedways1291]

I just found this wicked talented storyteller. Is this young lady his lady? They look good together. I can't stop listening to him.

[@lukehearn1341]

Unbelievable songwriting, captures a complex scene and emotion

[@Unclesmokey314]

Hang on Stephen... escape velocity is yours and is coming soon... Absolutely blown away by you music.

[@cdnprogressive]

The very first time I ever grabbed my moms hand and dragged her into a store and made her buy me an album, was when I heard Steve Earle's Guitar Town playing on the radio when I was 4. I played that cassette until it couldn't play it's music anymore. 35 years later, I still love it just as much. In that time I've listened to, and made, a lot of music. Except for maybe a couple of songs I've written that are closest to the deepest parts of whats inside of me, no music has meant as much to me as what that first album's ignition roared awake in my soul. Until, that is, I heard Stephen's music. Turns out, his key fits the same. It's not often it happens, but it does, on ocassion. And it's always a magical moment when that happens.

[@seanwebb8678]

‘Red bic lighter in a blue Jean pocket’ some of the most unique words ever sung

[@stevegatesrealtor]

Open/drop tuned nylon string guitar with distortion is uniquely powerful!

[@gabe_is_gdlygdly1630]

Our generation will live forever through our music. You, sir, put into words feelings I forgot. Thanks for reminding me! Love ya Brother

[@JamesMcaulay-q9g]

His voice is amzing here ❤

[@Cheers2music]

I discovered this man's music, this song, about 2 months ago and have not been able to get enough of it

[@nib68]

Every time I listen to SWjr I can't help but feel like he's created an entirely new branch of outlaw country all by himself. Argue he isnt "country" all you want, but the truth is he's got country written all over him. Look at Waylon and Hank way back when and the parity is unmistakable. With mass media a shambles and corporate music production even worse, men and women like this are pretty much carrying the heart of true music all by themselves and redefining EVERYTHING. If you care to notice, all through music history this kind of innovation and growth has ALWAYS been the real driving force in music, not the corporate productions and media deals and promotions. That's all just vultures trying to cash in and take the spotlight. There are no more producers putting in the work and taking the hits to promote and support original material with heart because they believe in it. It's all about finding a product, getting it reliably profitable, packaging it and selling it as long as possible. Artists like this and many others today, (Samantha Fish comes to mind), are here at the right time. The very young and still ignorant might still be buying into the saccharin sweet media trash, but far more folks are wanting something of substance again. This stuff is exactly that. Just truly good music that'll stay evergreen forever. Love this guy. Edited to add, I'd love to see him join Samantha Fish on one of her endless tour shows. It'd be amazing.

[@christianholmegaardmossing5739]

Wow - just Wow. The wear on his guitar says it all! I hear some Ry Cooder Paris - Texas in his acoustic intros, that really sets an exiting scene. Stephen - I´m a big fan 🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@KathrynCeleste79]

I love this song, the stripped down versions of songs are so cool and let's your vocals shine🫶🏻

[@Elements795]

Just so good…the song, the artist, the lyrics and this epic video……not enough superlatives!

[@dhbourion]

I like the studio version of this song but this blows that entirely out of the water... awesome

[@alastairlang2457]

This is truly special and the album is glorious. Roll on Glasgow on Saturday night.

[@alex355f1355f1]

If Stephen doesn’t win song writer of the year year at the ACM awards I’ll be surprised

[@80sRadDad]

He’s starting to blow up right by In front of our eyes! Bravo and well deserved! Sold out headlining tour!

[@jeromejackson1135]

GotDayum! My soul. THANK YOU!!

[@stevenm.6886]

I’m a bit north here in Indiana and can’t believe I’m just hearing this. This is the sound we need today. Wow 👏🏼

[@michaelmcmillam9671]

This guy is amazing.

[@OlYables]

That guitar tone and tuning: WOW.

[@LilQuaaludes]

Just discover this guy, can't believe how i was missing out on him.

[@brendahamilton3105]

Has to be one of the best ever ! So incredible ! SW JR. Will go down in history.

[@brucevanderhovel9454]

Where you been all my life, damn this good. Thanks pal.

[@Evierambin]

Phenomenal song writing

[@brianreid5891]

Wow! If this is Country now, sign me up! SO GOOOOOD!!

[@trevorwilson5461]

Love all his music!

[@isaaccampos3647]

The craziest thing about Stephen Wilson jr is he was a golden gloves finalist. BRO HAS HANDS.

[@davidwilson9718]

I just discovered him on tic Tok 5 minutes ago.....maybe I'm being biased cause I was 16yrs old in 94' but this dude is definitely going to blow up.

[@mediamonarchyplus]

[@ritamills3417]

I am loving this man's music!

[@Lundy_FZJ8E]

🔥 nostalgia!

[@SWVAWingate]

Wish I could go back and hear all his songs for the first time again.