Sturgill Simpson - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)

[@johnnynoble8983]

Someone should write a book. " How Sturgill Simpson single handedly saved country music " God Bless Kentucky & God Bless Sturgill Simpson !!!!

[@b.csplatbriancross7062]

No sir you forgot Cody Jinks and Jamie Johnson

[@CodyRacingTeam]

@@b.csplatbriancross7062 Creed Fisher, Mickey Lamantia Whitey Morgan and the 78s Cody Jinks Casper Mcwade Billy Strings Jamey Johnson (Just to name a few) a lot of singers and bands are starting to save country music, most of which are located in the Texas Country music scene :)

[@christianberlin4276]

@@b.csplatbriancross7062 you're crazy Cody Jinks is cringe as hell

[@BillKilmerslayer]

There are a lot of Country artists who should be embarrassed by their success after hearing this guy. The Real Deal.

[@markthelark00]

yuppp, that's why they don't embrace him ;)

[@averycardosia2486]

Great comment

[@MegaDanman25]

You said it partner.

[@dornweaver3233]

Agreed except for you calling them "artist" more like posers

[@theJoefamilychannel]

Absolutely this man is pure talent.

[@Sweetpeabowgirl]

Sturgill is my new addiction, I just can’t quit! I am thoroughly hooked!!

[@nathantennison1379]

I'm right there with you 😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@victoredwards0530]

Good god, this is country music for the first time in 25 years!

[@RyanWadePlatner]

+Victor Edwards At the same time, a well rounded artist that can draw in both new and old regarding preference taste. Ear candy, if you will.

[@clayguinard3651]

I agree with you I agree with you I agree with you but I don't hear him on the radio round here I'm up here in Maine

[@jimmydeakins3701]

Longer than that, just my opinion.

[@jasonvoisine3243]

Jamey Johnson

[@jasonvoisine3243]

No doubt him and Tyler Childress are bringing it back.Notice no skinny jeans lol

[@abelramirez7320]

That's some of the very best guitar playing I've ever heard.

[@Nate.lee98]

This is my favorite Sturgill line up, Lil Joe is such a phenomenal player

[@jasonwilliamshuck]

Legit American Roots Music. Killer playing and singing and writing. Simultaneously simple and complex.

[@21wave]

He and Chris Stapleton are hands down the most talented performers regardless of genre in the world today. Both are not only incredible singers but amazing song writers and entertaining performers. This coming from someone who refuses to listen to "country music" or at least what it has become since Cash, Waylon, Willie etc. Hope they both continue for years to come.

[@MrJohnwhitmore]

I don't know where this guy is from but there's no doubt that he's the real deal. I listen to country music stations every day. I don't understand why Mr. Simpson is not given more air play. He's better than most other artists being played today.

[@woodysparks7996]

Because Nashville only wants to push a bunch of sellout's that will play the music they make them play which is none the less , straight up garbage

[@wimrawe2343]

he's more or less from Versailles, KY

[@wimrawe2343]

also..at about 9:20 or so he tells ya his onionin of the Nashville music scene

[@justinbrown4670]

Ill say it for what it is... the music industry cant figure out how to market him to urban blacks

[@jewelsandbinoculars1]

well… he’s never found it necessary to play “the game”…but he’s not gone away… just climbing his own route … may take time but he WILL have his day… Also Laur….

[@Donk82]

This LEGEND....needs to make a Return!!!!

[@jessefrady2319]

Wow! We need more of this! I quit listening to mainstream country music years ago because it wasn’t country music. This is so refreshing!!

[@stratman2k]

That Telecaster player is Laur Joamets from Estonia. He is a wizard.

[@Boogietized]

stratman2k That's some Jedi level Tele-steel.

[@FloridaHammer]

stratman2k I could see him in a wizard hat.

[@Baci302]

stratman2k He's is excellent!

[@stephendanley1858]

+ernesto 67 Wait, a white dude playing traditional American folk music is somehow a slap in the face to those people from whose tradition the very same folk music was born? I'm neither fascists, nor racist, but I am a white Southern man and I don't feel like I've been slapped in the face at all. In fact, I take it as quite the compliment that a man from so very far away would see the value and worthiness in the music of my ancestors. Thank you, Laur, you do it as well any of the legends. Bravo!

[@estesbean]

Mitch hedberg on the telecaster.

[@moondragon3211]

Sturgill Simpson is totally legit. Legend

[@BradleyCarls]

How Country music should have evolved. He's one of the only Country singers alive now a day that does the genre good.

[@leezhiu366]

not quite my friend! their a ton of of em.. they just dont get any radio play so know one knows ab em... BB Palmer, Jason Isbell, Andrew Combs.. just for starters, all good current country players and writers, who get little respect for their ability to rip you heart out, check them out - take care man.

[@boomnchev]

Let's hear a little more of Sturgill and Jamey Johnson on the radio and I just might get a little respect back for Nashville! This is where goosebumps come from. Nothing but emotion! Mr. Simpson is always taking me to a place, whether it's his song or a cover! Thanks for sharing this. The world needs to know Sturgill Simpson!

[@tradguy71]

I am with you Darrel,,,,,stumbled upon Sturgill few months ago when he opened for Dwight Yoakam,,,,,he and Jamey are just a couple of the handful of artists that might be able to fill the shoes of the GREATS!

[@b.csplatbriancross7062]

DO NOT FORGET CODY JINKS!!!

[@b.csplatbriancross7062]

@@tradguy71 don't forget Cody Jinks!!!

[@jamesmortisan]

If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes you wouldn't've been able to convince me that wasn't a pedal steel. I'm impressed.

[@01theredone]

I Never Go Around Mirrors is my all-time fave sad country song. Takes the cake in my eyes. So grateful Sturg covered it up in the PNW at KEXP

[@Zoemin]

The tele player's string control using slide is next level

[@threehundredwords]

Probably not the standard cup of tea for most KEXP fans but he (and the band) is fantastic and a rare traditional country voice. Good on you, KEXP, for sharing this. Someone keep an eye on that drummer, he's a madman lol

[@400OTD]

MADMAN to be sure! ,,,, that's funny shit! This interviewer is a thundering dolt! And what's with the constant skin scratching deal....see an epidermic doc and have that issue addressed. As for Sturgill and his band WOW! Quality goods through and through! what a breath of fresh air on the Country/Roots scene. keep up the great work Sturgill ( the way that you did with Metamodern Sounds In Country Music,,,, a SUPERB ALBUM!) 400OTD

[@TheJohnnymak81]

i wished he recorded "i never go around mirrors" this cover is so damn good!

[@AndreaLoewen]

This is so beautifully produced! And Sturgill is a superstar.

[@kuhchicken]

Wow, my 8 year old daughter just turned me onto Sturgill..."daddy, listen to this, it has guitars". I'm raising her right!

[@David-tl6ix]

holy hell i need me a daughter

[@tannertravis4455]

kuhchicken I hope my daughter is that way. I'm doing all I can to show her real music and not the bullshit on the radio. she's only 3 so we'll see in time.

[@christopherreynolds4177]

We do not believe in the veracity of your claim. Little girls can't even hear Sturgill, they are deaf to his charms. Liar.

[@cardbuffet]

Nice work, dad!

[@flowerdeliveryservice]

I teared up a little to this. what a gem!

[@wajobu]

This guy is the real deal, and needs more exposure. I bought his albums and they're great!

[@joshuabooth2955]

You were proven right

[@cjbotts]

Even more so now since his last few projects. Unbelievable

[@wlister83]

Crazy how Sturgill is probably unknown among most country fans, but they can all tell you who Rascal Flatts (or some other related crap) is. This band is 100000000x better than 99% of most modern day "country."

[@eyoung2289]

I agree Sir,These guys make music..not some computer generated "country crap" like most do in Nashville these days.

[@xabachay]

Damn skippy! I thought I got transported back to '76 for a minute. I hope he keeps at it, and inspires more *real* singer/songwriters of the real country to get out there. We need about 4-5 of these New Outlaws. It's real, it's raw - it ain't about the money, it's about the heart. About time, and thank God!

[@keithmoreity1479]

AMEN BROTHER! THERES A BUNCH OF REALLY GOOD UNDERGROUND COUNTRY OUT THERE.. JUST GOTTA KNOW WHERE TO LOOK - CHECK OUT BB PALMER - HES OUT OF AL, DIFF. SOUND BUT COUNTRY ALL IN ALL

[@wlister83]

Keith Moreity It's a shame what Nashville has done to modern day "country" music!!!

[@nachinathan3846]

was expecting a comment like this- modern country aint bad this country aint bad its just a matter a taste, totally different styles, whatever floats your boat, just enjoy the music..

[@johnbradley845]

Sturgill Simpson is not the only one you've got Chris Stapleton, Whitey Morgan and the 78s, Colter Wall, Benjamin Todd and many others.... Old school country music is back and it's awesome!!!

[@ryanebbert8617]

this is my first and only review. I took the time to log in drunk at midnight.... best combo of sturgi/interview. BEST EVER

[@Qwerty-w7k]

I think that may be the best slide playing I have heard.

[@heymoe1179]

This is the real deal. Damn...takes me back to honest to good C&W from when I was a kid in the 60's.

[@dharmybum]

I know its been said but that lead player is a GOD

[@errk25]

Just heard Sturgill for the first time this last weekend. He's fantastic. We need more artists like him and Jamey Johnson and less of all the pop country stuff.

[@b.csplatbriancross7062]

And Cody Jinks!!!!!!!!!!

[@nathantennison1379]

I would Love to hear him and BILLY STRINGS Together. That would be a Awesome collaboration. 😊😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@mlynn4817]

He's an excellent guitar player. Love his music. Get goose pump just listening to him.

[@shaft9000]

Behold the New Millennium's God of Outlaw Psych. Gram Parsons would be so stoked. And Sideman Laur is the sheeee-it, brother....RESPECT!!!

[@Baci302]

The slide part on I Never Go Around Mirrors, played by Mr. Jaur Joamets, is so beautiful. That's the closest I've ever heard a slide guitarist sound like a pedal steel without using a B-Bender.

[@jewelsandbinoculars1]

Laur

[@Jamie.Laszlo]

It's amazing how an old sound can come along and sound new...and all the sudden make the new sounding artists sound dated.

[@shaft9000]

Jamie Laszlo Most are following the money and the current trends - and these practices become traditions - and that results in 'artists' not straying very far from what's already been recently successful. The difference between good leaders like Sturgill and followers is that leaders learn a thing or two from history, while followers tend to repeat. That's my pet theory, anyhow. Great insightful post. btw!

[@averycardosia2486]

That’s deep

[@PeteNalty63]

Good country is finally back!

[@MrRon0915]

ya if only they would play it

[@shanesinden4960]

Strangely, I just discovered SS only a couple of months ago. I am thoroughly obsessed!

[@kackalovesqhs]

Me too, I'm very disappointed in myself!!😂

[@lukeroes]

that is some brilliant slide playing

[@jimbofranz412]

Let's just say that someone couldn't understand what he was saying.... Your gonna feel what he's saying! These dudes are awesome! Thank you for that real country! That real country that should be on the radio! I love this stuff!

[@jessebfly]

This could be my favorite Sturgill concert. And the best band line up too.

[@Kaelan66]

Amazing! Thanks for sharing something out of your usual style.. Great old school outlaw country. The guitarist is amazing

[@fescudder]

When I play Sturgill for friends and family the reaction is always the same... "WOW!".... I enjoy this a great deal...

[@margaretstoner4701]

"HOLLYWOOD DARLING,...HOLLYWOOD❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤Your a kind interviewer. THANK YOU FOR SHARING ❤

[@mbishop13]

Still one of most brillant performances ever!

[@shannoncampbell230]

sturgill Simpson is absolutely amazing I'm not sure why he's not a big time star he definitely deserves to be..he'll make it an if they let him get away that would be crazy...he's one of the best love this guy😊the 👑 of country on day💿🎸🎼🎶🎧🎤🎹🎺🎻💰󾓦✌💙

[@stevesullivan6494]

Nashville can be a difficult place for new styles and talents, there is a long list of great country artist that were never accepted by the Nashville machine but great talent almost always shines through in the end.

[@lauraalbert679]

the guitarist is out of this world! enjoyed this thoroughly, from start to grand ending!

[@nekemberhone2433]

Can’t stop coming back Lmao

[@Boogietized]

That is some Jedi level Tele slide!

[@jonmu8140]

I saw them live at the Taft Theater in Cincinnati, and I swear dude made that Tele sound like a lap steel.

[@TheCawalstrom]

'Just take a lot of psychedelics and see what happens"! Sturgill is one of a kind!

[@songpoets-ramcey]

The REAL deal. So great to hear authentic country music!

[@jumpyonthehill]

Sturgill You and Boys just keep taking it a step up every time. And this was five years ago.

[@suite42014]

I love when an artist comes along and plays just the right chords along with just the right lyrics and touches me in just the right place. SALUTE STURGILL SIMPSON, I love you,

[@Tim22410]

Great musician. A new breed of singer/songwriter....love it.

This guy, and his band are one of the worlds "unknown musical treasures". I just happened to find this song by accident. Funny how things like that happen. If Sturg & Co ever come around my neck of the wood, I will see his show without fail. Damn good stuff!

[@volpiguitar]

In 30 years as a guitar player I have never seen such a handsome and capable Drummer. Does that sound weird? :) The whole band is extraordinary. Much Love from Switzerland.

[@BrettOKeefe]

This man is the bomb. Psycadelic Outlaw Country Baddass......

[@afrank6022]

Such a pro with the start and finish of songs. It really shows the work put into these songs by the band.

[@marvance6347]

He is one hell of a singer

[@shannoncampbell230]

he is country he brought it back the way it should be...keep it up your great sturgill Simpson..love your sound

[@jamarsu]

Holy Shit!! All of them outstanding.

[@melaniephilip6023]

Awesome, true country music at its best, music as it should be, great lyrics and exceptional voice, all what the country genre stands for.

[@ev6e9ts]

Anything by Sturgill is gold!

[@unanimous300]

Sturgill Simpson: This boy has paid his dues and deserves all the attention he gets. No awards from the Country Music Association because he is not bowing to the old-heads, but he received a grownup people award, a Grammy for the best country album, 2017. Remember Folks, "The 'Country' in country music is America." That's right, this is OUR music and Sturgill Simpson belongs to US.

[@kareliaback]

Who in the hell are the people that do not like this? I am seriously asking..and why?

[@shaft9000]

kareliaback I'd chalk it up to a genetic misfire of sorts. A mutagenic impediment, so to speak. ;-)

[@GrahamBean]

+kareliaback i like metal and techno...but this guy trancends all that divisionary bullshit. music should be spiritual in the non denominational way. listenin to strugil is better than church

[@kareliaback]

I totally agree, ilike metal and techno too just bought tickets to Kraftwerk, here in Stockholm 31/7 this summer :D

[@GrahamBean]

ahhhhh! im sooo jelous

[@michaelbrady1417]

Easy answer is they weren't raised right, haters got to hate

[@Guns-Guitars1310]

Hands down the best performer out right now. His band is tight as hell. It's refreshing to hear such a great voice pair d with the ability to write amazing songs.

[@HankAaronJoseph19]

old timey sound never gets old to me. its about time

[@eloisebush4595]

First time listen.No wonder J.P .loved you.beautiful!

[@Starry_Night_Sky7455]

This is heart and substance. Gets me 'unthinking' ...really perfect imo...and I love it.

[@uncledrew3265]

Keith Whitley, Dwight and a lot of Waylon Nice mixture of solid country music. It is about time. Thank you

[@uncledrew3265]

Making lefty and Merle proud

[@Bennettsflies]

Thank you Struggle keep playing this way.

[@bodeanroadshow2900]

Sturgill is the real deal! Thanks for sharing.

[@jeroenr4524]

best music today greets from holland

[@zach4321]

Damn.... This is amazing and it's new. Thank you PowerfulJRE for having this guy on your show. I can only hope he has a show in Florida soon.

[@donnasonnier8696]

LOVE LOVE LOVE me so Sturgill! Saw him in Houston a few months ago for the first time live. Venue was great! Sturgill was awesome! Can't ask for much more!

[@supdog6996]

You know it's good when shivers travel up your spine.

[@anotherheadlessdemo]

Love the slide playing in this.

[@jasonodell79er]

That voice is incredible. So is Sturgill's.

[@nikopoa6555]

Simply the best artist in the music business today (and I’m a metal fan).

[@SillyMoustache]

Discovered this guy on Bob Harris's Thursday programme where he was playing solo. But I'm very impressed by the sound he has with these musicians. Fine musos all, but shouldn't they be given a namecheck? Like DD - whilst the vocals are real country flavoured - I can't understand a word, however his Website (music) he has the lyrics to everything.

[@matthewprentice339]

This is modern real country music you know who sturgill sounds like well he sounds just like sturgill Simpson keep playing keep singing and stay sturgill Simpson all the way

[@jamarsu]

Holy Crap!!!! Outstanding. All of them!!

[@nikopoa6555]

You know who Sturgill Simpson sounds like? Sturgill Simpson. That’s it. He’s completely unique and original.

[@cesardelatorre7213]

2020 strong still

[@Kaleogriffith]

Never heard of this guy til today. Really good!

[@dendunn6776]

Grass roots country more music sturgill You are without a doubt a great country music singer your righting your path Are you coming to Ireland

[@LarryFuckofft]

He'll be on the Grammys on Sunday. Saw him live in D.C. Greatest show I've seen

[@rusted27]

That lead guitar is SLAYING it

[@Pancho308]

Again, and finally a real COUNTRY artist. Not some overproduced crap like that FL/GA Line BS. Refreshing.

[@mrkylegregory]

skills on the tele!

[@Blkojo]

Except it's a cheap Esquire knock-off. Even more impressive with just that one pickup.

[@grytlv]

Blkojo The guitar is much less important than the person playing it. I would bet it custom.

[@Blkojo]

All parts of the equation are important. If guitars were "much less important" Dave Mustaine would be shredding Squier Teles and Wes Montgomery would have used cheap Airlines.

[@mattygeetarross]

Arnold Palmer could out golf anyone with a dime store set of clubs!

[@Blkojo]

That's why Tiger Woods buys his clubs at yard sales.....uh huh.

[@Rodinmod]

That Estonian dude has some smooth licks! Thanks, Laur...

[@geetarbube]

Who knew Kenny Banya worked for KEXP? That's gold, Sturgill, gold!

[@margaretstoner4701]

I'm thinking best pickers around. This is so appreciated, I cannot compare them to country.A LEGACY OF THEIR OWN❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤LEAGUE? Hooked on phonic"s didn't work 4 i.Kind interviewer!✌

[@brendapoynor6109]

Wow. I am reminded so much of days gone by when Willie and Waylon were fighting the "canned" sound that had overtaken country. This is REAL music done the right way. Love it....Would much rather listen to this instead of what they call country on the radio these days...

[@checkpointchecky9665]

I know I won’t miss your show when you come around

[@jggrda]

Good god....more please. Im drinkin whisky atm and i need more....thanks

[@TheFireFlyStudio67]

Kentucky produces great musicians and Bourbon….something in the water there!

[@clayguinard3651]

I much appreciate it sound keep it old school Randy Travis built his career around this we need an old traditional sound and country music to come back

[@Bradly197]

Talent like this comes along in a small handful, once in a generation.

[@margaretstoner4701]

I was having a shitt- day, and THANK GOD ,great unterviewer,,great band❤

[@JJWangus]

Absolutely amazing.

[@barbaracassello4818]

Love this guy!!