Sunflower River Blues - John Fahey Cover

Sunflower River Blues - John Fahey Cover | Josh Turner Guitar
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In unfamiliar times, it can be nice to go back to that which is familiar, which in my case is unruly hair, the Zoom H2, and the music of John Fahey. I have been playing this song for almost fourteen years, and it's always brought me some peace. I hope it brings you the same. Guitar is tuned to open C down a half step, so B F# B F# B D#
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Recorded on a Zoom H2. In pro tools: Klanghelm MJUC, Softube saturation knob, waves F6, Waves TG Matering, Valhalla room, Waves J37.
Filmed on a Canon EOS R. Graded in Premiere.
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Josh began making KZbin videos in 2007. Ranging from popular to esoteric, local to far flung, and playful to serious, Josh’s videos offer a little something for everyone. Josh also performs regularly with long-time collaborator, Carson McKee, as the folk duo The Other Favorites. Josh’s first full-length solo album, As Good A Place As Any, was released in April 2019.
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[@donmorgan6264]

You may not be a commercial pop star, but the shear breadth of the footprint you are leaving on the music world is breathtaking! And, you've only just begun. At 73, I won't be around to hear all you produce. But, I know it will be astounding. I can't even imagine the legacy you will leave.

[@yonkel0]

I know exactly what you mean. He is one of my favorite musicians and I believe he will leave great music behind. He already has. I hope you live many more years to enjoy it.

[@jonwoll6586]

bulls hit bro and yes !! check out the good ship essexs

[@stevebonzo]

Jeff Gaumond spot on Jeff. Think you put him back in his box.

[@andrewlinesjah4538]

SCHOOL IS OUT - THIS IS THE BIG LEAGUE AND HE AIN'T MAKIN' IT AT ALL ! COVERS BRILLIANT AND COULD BE A LEGEND WITH ORIGINALS TOO BUT NOT AT ALL YET his originals are 10% Brilliant because of his talent and 90% sht because he is a C____ !

[@bolark60]

Perfectly said Don Morgan.

[@barrethansen2158]

I was a good friend of Fahey's and produced his "Yellow Princess" album. I hadn't heard you before but want to hear more. Love the dynamics and subtle shadings you add!

[@JoshTurnerGuitar]

Really? That’s amazing! I was actually between this tune and “Yellow Princess” as to which one to post, I guess I’ll have to do that one soon.

[@GiuseppeDongo]

Dr. Demento! I’ve come across your name many times in my readings and studies of Fahey. So cool to see your name on here. I’m a Fahey fanatic, as I imagine josh must be too. Thank you for all your work Barry!

[@magnusruben9646]

And possibly Requiem for John Hurt.....

[@barrethansen2158]

​@@JoshTurnerGuitar You play and sing such a variety of songs so nicely. You and Carson seem to have such fun bouncing off each other, lifting my spirits in these days of isolation. Speaking of lifting spirits, I'll raise a glass of virtual Pinot Noir!

[@barrethansen2158]

@@GiuseppeDongo You're welcome! I'm very proud to have been a small part of what Fahey accomplished. He was a true pioneer, not always appreciated in his time, sometimes his own worst enemy, but what a genius (and what a character too).

[@RADThird1]

Fahey. One of the most important players of the last century. This ain't as easy as Josh makes it look, folks.

[@allanmarks2150]

To play this song as well as Josh is difficult - but because of the open tuning, this song is very easy to learn to play, and it was one of the first songs I learned when I first started to learn to play guitar, and it is quite suitable for a beginner as long as you have the tablature.

[@Jeff5P]

@@allanmarks2150 I'd second that. SFRB is one of the first pieces I learned in 1984. I just uploaded two resonator versions.

[@XLBiker13]

@@allanmarks2150 Thanks for that bit of info. Encouraging. Might have to take a stab at this.

[@andrewlinesjah4538]

I thought it was his own sht ! The composition is about 10% good and 90% sht ! F____ fahey !

[@sbearly]

@@andrewlinesjah4538 Someone please tell Andrew's mommy he's playing on the computer again.

[@iskandertime747]

I don't think I've ever heard you play Fahey before. Maybe his uneasy but optimistic sound is what we need now.

[@richardkoo7869]

He has. Search for them on his channel. They are gems.

[@iskandertime747]

@@richardkoo7869thanks, I will. I love all Josh's music. He does have a way with a sad/ambiguous song, doesn't he?

[@richardkoo7869]

@@iskandertime747 I don't know Josh personally. Based on his song selections, he can be quite reflective and quite goofy --- not at the same time of course.

[@iskandertime747]

@@richardkoo7869 I agree. And he's good at both!

[@charlesperigord1599]

@@richardkoo7869 Here's one to get everybody started: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpvConqhg95rjrM Hope you like slide guitar!

[@Wheelfish]

Solid tune

[@harmonizaac]

Quarantine Blues

[@contactarilev]

Fahey brought new meaning to many musical traditions that most musicians, at the time, saw as too well trodden. Yet he was one of the most inventive musician America has ever witnessed. Thank you for this well considered--and beautifully executed--cover.

[@jimji5116]

That was a great rendention. John Fahey came to play a gig in Montreal, where I saw him play, and in-between sets we talked, we both had an interest in Indian spirituality. After the gig, I drove him back to his hotel. Certainly, he was an originator of a wonderful music style.

[@jacobbosarge8939]

It’s nice to hear from you in such an unpredictable time. Thanks for allowing people like me to take a break from the news and enjoy pure music. Stay safe Josh.

[@BrainsInBlackButter]

Second

[@farflownfalcon1076]

That was lush. All your videos are ace, but my favourites are the ones when it's just you and your guitar. My other favourites are the Other Favorites.

[@sourisvoleur4854]

I see what you did there.

[@varisent6672]

My Other Favorites are all the Other Ones!

[@lazydog1964]

Josh at 56 years old every time i hear you play it gives me hope for the future, I know i said this before but it needs to be heard. Thank you

[@hugo23235able]

If there can be pure genius at interpreting a song, this is a clear example of it.

[@toddbalazic4884]

This brings a tear to my eye. John would be proud. As someone who's been a Fahey fan for nearly 30 years and who's heard almost all of his albums I can say with some assurance that you capture not just the technical aspect of his playing, but the soul of it as well, which is no mean feat.

[@scottpeterson9609]

Josh, I've said this before in comments but I'll say it again. In the past few years you have introduced me to so many artists I have never heard before. Thanks again for what you do and for how well you do it...........

[@jimmarzo305]

It does my heart good to see a young man like you grounded in the playing of such masters as Fahey who get little recognition.

[@LightsOnMultiMediaMindArts]

This is the music I cut my teeth on a half century. ago. I listened to Fahey's records over and over again figuring out how to play some of this tunes such as this one. I met John on a couple of occasions, listened to him play live several times.

[@targetglen]

Wonderful. Worthy of the Master himself, even getting the doom-laden element of Fahey just right, which is amazing in such a young man.

[@lainam269]

Your solo guitar pieces always have a special place in my heart. There’s just something about a single guitar, it’s so simplistic. Thanks for sharing!

[@nicolaacquarone8977]

My compliments from Italy! If you read this -I know it's the strangest time to ask- do you think you'll ever play gigs in the boot shaped Country? We'd love to see you live! Good luck to all, ciao.

[@giulias.5104]

An island of peace. Thank you Josh! :-)

[@robertjohnson161]

I searched America’s best guitarists and Joshua Lee Turner was nowhere to be found. I guess I’ll start my own list. At# 1, Joshua Lee Turner followed in the distance by some other folks whom I’m sure are lovely.

[@PedroNord]

One of John’s earliest songs. It was a favorite of his father. Very nice rendition. He never played (or recorded) it the same way twice. He developed a musical palette still largely unappreciated. Thank you for remembering him.

[@CrabApples13]

I would say the total number of times I have watched this is pushing 1000.

[@calwilliams1506]

John Fahey cover???? Wow!!!!! Go Josh!!

[@katapilaro1823]

On top of the serious baseline, something lively refreshing evolves.

[@bgrigg07]

Fahey is always worth listening to. As is Josh!

[@3niknicholson]

I love John Fahey. This brilliant performance left me smiling. Thanks.

[@christianwacker9027]

Thanks for some very welcome distraction in these times. Great as always. I still hope to see you in Europe some time this year. Stay safe and healthy.

[@davepeters2832]

Well, that just brightened my day. Come back to the UK soon!

[@JohnBudnikBand]

Josh, I know you and many artists across the world are hurting over this pandemic. It hurts us fans too knowing we can't have that collective experience together of seeing our favorite artists live. I haven't had a chance to come see you, yet - and I emphasize 'yet' - but I'd like you to know how much your videos mean to me. Your performances transcend the medium in which they are delivered. If your live shows are anything like your internet videos, then let it be known from your fans that they SAW Josh Turner live. We will prevail. Much love from Alaska.

[@sangresolida]

Wow. Just wow. Fahey is one of my favorite musicians ever, and you managed to not only play this piece correctly but also make it shine. Hopeful music for these hopeless times. Thank you so much, Josh.

[@sebbeandersson5233]

April, come she will would be really nice to hear!

[@charlesperigord1599]

He did that already! It's fully as beautiful as you might imagine.

[@almogchaim7943]

Charles Perigord can you send the link? i’ve been watching him for years and i’ve never seen him play it.

[@gc7956]

Can’t find it either :( but it made me dig back into his early KZbin vids, so much good stuff in there !

[@tolbiny36]

I could've sworn he's done it but I can't find it anywhere either.

[@sebbeandersson5233]

Downey Studios Mandela effect???

[@PeterGregg]

Two things stand out AFTER the just plain awesome performance :) First,watch the fingers of Josh's RIGHT hand. Awesome tight almost magical control of each and every finger, is the fourth one doing stabilization duty even?? And number two, Josh's impeccable hair styling with each strand of hair being a work of art is likely to start a new fashion trend in many neighborhoods:) 😁 Seriously, thank for performance quality work Josh, you are so loved 👍👍👍

[@monitorcomputersystemsltd2375]

I thought he was wearing half a Viking helmet

[@malcolmxivm]

Josh you are a superb musician and you prove it every time. You bring us joy. If you were to perform "Two of us" by the Beatles with Carson you would get millions of views and the world would at last see the new Lennon and McCartney they already have. When you perform with the wonderful Reina and Toni, we gain a new Fab Four as well.

[@kenwalker2868]

As usual, a great video. My all time favorite is the one where you're playing in a park with people walking by in the background behind the trees with no idea what they are missing as you and Carson sing Sweet Baby James. I might be one of your oldest fans at 79 years old. I love what you are doing.

[@Klanderson33]

I don’t understand why as young as you are you’re so amazing! Captivated! Please don’t stop!

[@santeff]

this is just phenomenally good - takes the Fahey standard, tends towards complete fidelity at times but adds so much that's not quite Fahey and is all the better for it 😍

[@monikamylonopoyloy6223]

During these difficult times , this is really consoling. Beautiful as always! Thank you , stay safe ❤

[@josephconsoli4128]

I always liked that picking style of guitar. Very peaceful sound. Great tune too. Love your precision Josh. So clean.

[@daldoc76]

That Martin had the Fahey sound from the first strum! Nicely done!!

[@tomeandbansho4911]

OH MY GOD you are the most talented guitarist I have ever witnessed no JOKE

[@dsbobst50]

Thanks Josh for brightening up my day.

[@tcarney57]

Very sweet and gentle. Many thanks!

[@mason8971]

John Fahey is the folk pickers icon that only folk pickers seem to know! What a great performance :D

[@Koolblak1]

This would be a welcome delight on any day, but particularly in this uncertain climate it gave me so much peace. Thank you

[@matyashugyecz4444]

One of the most beautiful guitar work in the world, thank you for covering it That is exactly what i needed now.

[@BarackCohen]

You're a great inspiration for so many beginner guitar players. Thank you

[@dher1000]

John Fahey is one of my all time favorite guitarists. He was a pretty weird dude, but his mind was in his music and it's mesmerizing. You did his tune perfectly. You never cease to amaze!

[@3-dwalkthroughs]

John was unique..when I was in high school in 1972, I used to visit the Hare Krishna temple in Los Angeles. I would see him there from time to time. He liked to chant. He was friendly when I said hello a few times; seemed like a very nice dude. My buddy played guitar and was a big fan of his..... He music was beautiful!

[@SteveGaddTasmusic]

Thanks for being a living microcosm of all that is best in music.

[@gillianesquilant4091]

Thank you Josh...that was so right this morning for me.

[@cougarman8]

One of my favorite fahey tunes

[@trumpsahead]

That was beautiful. Looks like you got a lot of ol' timers appreciating your music, like myself. At 76, I'm finally learning guitar. Thought I always knew what the attraction was, but not until you play hours every day do you feel that vibe that goes right into your soul like no other instrument. These are crazy times, and they're gonna get really mean. Your music gives me a feeling of peace. ciao.

[@NextPlayRecords]

I’ll save this and come back to it time and time again. Incredible.

[@tomas5376]

Right on!👍✌️😊🙏🏼🎵🎶🎵🎶🎶🎶🎶

[@zuider77]

Beautifully played, as always. I've been to the Sunflower River in the Mississippi Delta. Muddy Waters was born there.

[@justincase6108]

Josh never ceases to amaze me, thanks Josh, Carson too for your wonderful playing both of you are beyond great.

[@joshh879]

Sweet tune man. Thank you for sharing your passion with others!

[@stevegrooms1142]

Josh, this is a superb interpretation of one of Fahey's finest compositions. You find nice moments in the piece I've not heard before, and I've been listening to this piece for over 50 years.

[@StringForJoy]

Great tune! Love John Fahey.

[@bradcoffman7395]

I hold John Fahey with high regard and I particularly love that song. It was a pleasure to hear you play it even with a few sparkling extra notes. Thanks for sharing man. You're entertaining as heck.

[@robertmizek3315]

Love it Josh. Thanks for posting something so uplifting. Fahd you’re would’ve loved it.

[@varisent6672]

Martin overtones! Smacker-doodle them strings! Love that thumb pick!

[@timacann]

Nice. John Fahey and Nick Drake taught me everything I know about playing guitar. I’m learning the piano at the moment (first week) and can play a very rudimentary version of this.

[@asharp1504]

Oh Josh, great playing and just the right amount of hair sticking straight up! +1 for authenticity!

[@chrismuir4127]

Thanks Josh, an addictive listen and as with everything you play just top shelf quality. Cheers

[@ecorfanedes343]

Another gem, Josh. Thank you for bringing the great music.

[@ephesians320ladykkmcatmom7]

I’m going to get my ukulele, and play it. Inspiring.

[@anaderiggi]

Beautiful!

[@donaldneumeyer4423]

Awesome Josh!

[@jessicacosiguitar]

Beautiful! I wish I could play like that 😭

[@alisonburgess345]

Great Josh - thanks!

[@johncardell2024]

Pay attention: this how a guitar is supposed to be played. Josh is one of best at it. Keep it up, buddy.🤗

[@jonjennings13]

a reverent and wonderful rendition! You must Love and respect Fahey to cover a song of his with this fortitude. There are plenty of moments in this cover where it sounds just like Fahey. Bravo!

[@ylenia2907]

Magnífico como siempre

[@EllieCantWhistle]

This cover just called me untalented in so many different ways. Beautiful work!!

[@beachidiot8530]

Bravo !!!

[@zunif]

Sounds amazing

[@arrange7707]

Wow. What an amazing sound !!!!

[@Druidh31]

I love this more than anything you’ve done lately. Fantastic.

[@alicasoto4497]

i like that u didnt talkbfor 10 minutes straight before u played. just got to it. played the dam thing.

[@jrod9104]

Love the accent you put into this. John fahey would be proud

[@kbone1961]

Beautifully done. That song has been among my top favorites for many years.

[@jackiepuppet_5324]

amazing job! thank you for keeping Fahey alive!

[@cameronhirtle7316]

Man this has got to be one of the greatest acoustic covers on KZbin. Pound for pound just a very beautiful rendition you’ve created. Thanks.

[@iznot2]

That was great Josh. It takes special stones to cover a song if one of one of the masters. Very nice Josh.

[@billsedge7360]

Mesmerising,,!

[@pierreyvesgagneux2342]

Brilliant !!! Amazing !!! Great !!

[@sf_raiders_fan3520]

Most excellent !

[@bipbeedippy3954]

Beautiful! Stay safe everyone :)

[@richardjones4259]

Well done! It's been a long time since I've thought about John Fahey. Guy had a rough life.

[@danbgt]

Love your stuff. Love John Fahey. I started playing guitar after I retired as a means to stay viable. Got hook on John Fahey and some others from the start. Sunflower River Blues was the first song that I learned to stumble through. I like your version. You probably never play it the same way twice. That’s the interesting part of American Primitive guitar. I don’t think John Fahey ever played anything the same was twice. I would like to see your take on Jack Rose’s Kensington Blues. The second song I learned.

[@quirtdrozario856]

Beautiful, just beautiful.

[@dannymaenhaut262]

Thank you for the music in these corona-times. It's making people happy ! Danny M. Belgium

[@DustyThorburn]

Bravo! Fine playing. Technically precise with a lot of feeling. Stay safe, Josh.

[@jackrodewald2339]

Beautiful tune. Love the playing man!

[@gbossaboy]

Somewhere in the great finger-picking beyond John is nodding his approval and smiling. Thanks. Wonderful rendition.

[@MarcusDekenah]

Masterful playing. Thank you, many replays ahead. Worthy of unruly hair.

[@LarryLane07]

Wow, I love that!

[@alanbromfield1387]

Beautifully done and with such gentle aplomb. No sirens - yay.

[@3-dwalkthroughs]

Love this, thanks Josh. When I was 18 in 1972 I was going to the Hare Krishna temple in LA and saw John Fahey visiting there also, and spoke to him briefly. He was a a nice and humble guy, from what I saw. I never even would have known who he was then, but a friend who played guitar was a big fan of his, and of Leo Kottke. Incredible music was just busting out from all over in those days. It's great that it's still being appreciated!

[@taurtue]

Love this John Fahey cover. More covers of him please!

[@WatchinDeTellybox]

Love this and this song in open c. Can't beat some Fahey 😉 Great meeting you after the Dublin show last year, Josh. Hopefully you're back on the road before too long