Sweet Memories

[@graciedailey3298]

My husband passed away in 2012. He played Steel Pedal guitar most of his adult life. He idolize John Hughey. Thanks for keeping his talent available.

[@philvandel]

I have been in this business for a long, long time. This is my favorite live recording of anyone, anywhere. This song, this band, this singer was put on this stage at this very moment to do something magical and they did. God bless whoever captured this video and audio footage so the rest of us could be inspired by this incredible, heartfelt, selfless performance. I feel blessed to have heard it and inspired knowing that sound I've always heard in my head and in my heart really exists.

[@tomkozic8505]

I agree Phil Vandel. This is a once in a lifetime performance. Kills me every time I watch it. What a singer and incredible gathering of players, just beyond words...

[@AustinRogers1]

Yes!

[@rogerbillings6151]

Well said Phil, well said indeed.

[@fukhue8226]

This is what Country Music will sound like when we get to heaven!

[@CFMD28]

You are so right. This was a moment of perfection, and it’s preserved forever. Rest in Heaven, sweet lady.

[@ianjohnston8871]

I,ve just lost my beloved wife of 56 years ,after 5 day illness,and I,m so comforted by Kenny Sears attutude to losing Dawn,to cancer. He thanked God for allowing him to spend 20 plus ye

[@jimbowman1656]

I was privileged to sing on this very same stage with this dream group at the Station Inn. Nobody could mix the charm the feel, the musicianship, and the love like the Time Jumpers. Rest in peace, Dawn and John.

[@skipcoughlan2753]

This song will NEVER be played EVER the same with Dawn and John gone........ May they rest in perfect Harmony !!!!!

[@otherbg]

AMEN !!

[@denisjl100]

skip coughlan. i agree but just for the hell of it listen to dawn sears daughter Tess singing this song for her mom. bring tears to your eyes.

[@raymondfuchs6242]

​@@denisjl100 Or Mickey's (the composer) 1973 version'.

[@6843450]

Skip Coughlan you are 1000% correct. I met dawn years ago at a fair when her first album came I t and have loved her since and always will

[@danielmargolis3210]

I heard Dawn sing this after John had passed. Sublime.

[@brendahines1178]

Brings me to tears EVERY time! Dawn Sears was such a powerful vocalist and John's steel playing evokes such emotion. A classic!

[@susanmooney8102]

AMEN!

[@bradfordsmith2897]

Incredible performance..., to say the least! 💔

[@Punchacow]

Perfection

[@jrbailey2652]

Amen glory to God amen

[@mslindafreeman]

The best voice that Country Music ever missed making a HUGE STAR , was DAWN SEARS What were the labels thinking in those days...

[@onealfarms9967]

To reply to your question they were trying to kill country music like this to pop it up dawn is the best singer I have ever heard next to pasty cline I would love to see if Carrie underwood can sing this song and keep it going years to come

[@stevenhashek8892]

​​@@onealfarms9967 I would rather hear Mandy Barnett singing this instead of Carrie. She is another underappreciated singer, but she could do this Mickey Newbury song justice. So could Wendy Moten.

[@jlveer]

This song was meant for Dawn Sears to sing. I have watched it MANY times. This is the first time I ever noticed, a poster behind John Hughey has 12 Oct on it. Today , 12 Oct 2002,my wife and I would have been married 18 years,she passed away in July.

[@jimengels2612]

This is the standard that all female singers should be judged by for any of the so-called country and western award shows

[@dorothydouglas3874]

I have to come here every once in a while to listen to the awesome voice of Dawn Sears. She is gone but not forgotten!

[@johnz1118]

+Dorothy Douglas , i had came across Dawn, but in youtube videos. Not too long ago. I knew of the timejumpers and vince gill etc , and listened to a few of their tunes, but that was it. That night I came across Dawn, it was like wow, what a voice, I believe her. So I thought I have to see this singer. This a few weeks ago. Never new what happened. I was planning a trip to go see them. A friend of mine , sees them a lot , I texted him and told how she just capitvated me. He didn't answer. Later that night my phone woke me up. It was him asking me, John you know Dawn died dont you? I was in shock. I was sad, and angry , it is like I only got to experience her for a week, thru videos. I feel cheated. I come back here each time I come into my studio, and play these videos. Its weird, I didn't know her , but watching her sing , I feel like I have know her. It is frustrating. I want to see her sing live, and its gone. She is one of the most pure voices I have heard. Watching her sing, she means it. Its very very heartbreaking .. I cant imagine how her husband must feel. I feel for him. This videos are up, and it has to be hard. Dang Dawn . I hope I see you on the other side .. to hear your lovely voice again.

[@dorothydouglas3874]

+John Zagmester, I know how you feel, I was the same. I found her about 2 years before she passed and feel like I lost a member of my family. And Papa John Huey has also passed on, making this a special video of the two of them. God rest their souls.

[@factnotfictionpeople1313]

+John Zagmester I felt the same about Karen Carpenter and John Denver - now, instead of thinking I must get around to - I do it! :-)

[@reallyreallyrhonda]

JohnZ111, I am sorry you missed Dawn. She was The Best Singer, Nicest Woman, Sweetest Person... it always blew my mind that the label idiots didn't support her. They wanted Pop Country and she wasn't that. She was simply Pure Talent.

[@rodford500]

I listen to this at least once a week. Besides it being in my top 3 best ever performances, it reminds me of some wonderful times going out dancing. What a fantastic voice and band!

[@Mags150]

Just absolutely stunning. Reminds me of my friends when I was in Vietnam 70-71. Thank you Lord.

[@gailcaldwell1512]

Listening to the AMAZING Dawn Sears will FOREVER be the absolute SWEETEST OF MEMORIES. Thank You Dawn for sharing your gift with all of us for your too short life. Your voice and legacy will live on. ❤

[@TheKhormaksar]

Not an ounce of ego between them, just fantastic musicians doing what they do and enjoying it. Dawn's voice is perfection.

[@JamesSterling]

Every time I go back and listen to Dawn singing this it takes my breath away. And I don't mean that figuratively, it literally causes me to stop breathing momentarily and have to catch my breath. She owns this song. It will never be done better. May you rest in peace Dawn.

[@letsexplainricky6825]

Agreed!

[@richgrimmett9993]

I already knew what I was going to post but wanted to read a few other people's feelings about this performance and after reading this post by you James Sterling, I have no reason too now. Every word you wrote was my feelings exactly. Down to the catching your breath.....It reminds me of a great song by the great Ricky VanShelton called "I meant every word he said" I meant every word you said James. If anyone doesn't recall that song, look it up and listen. I've gone back at least 30 times since Dawn passed away and have Sweet Memories on several Playlists throughout my phone. She gives me goosebumps. She took that song and made it her own. I think the Time Jumpers just nailed perfection. With a live performance at that. A lifetime award for best live performance of all time would be in order.

[@victorpotts7244]

She had her own voice, but could sing so much like Patty Loveless. Two of my favorites .Look at Nashville Now!

[@edbyerly1]

Wonderful combination of the late Dawn Sears and John Hughey!!! Both were total PERFECTION!!!

[@ianjohnston8871]

I, ve just lost my wife after 60 years as partners and best friends. This recording is helping me so much,especially as I know now just how Kenny suffered when Dawn passed away,and how well he has kept going. Wonderful,talented and inspiring people. Thank you all.

[@howardowens721]

I found Willie Nelson’s recording after my wife of 30 years died. There are so few songs dealing with the death of a spouse. I fell in love with this song. A friend recommended I listen to this performance.

[@cjweber6771]

What more can be said about this performance that has been said? I love it and keep coming back to hear the sweet sounds. The steel guitar solo sends shivers up and down my spine. RIP Dawn Sears, your angel voice was our great joy to had the pleasure to enjoy.

[@nickcripps2806]

I watch this, oh so many times, it is just pure country. I would have loved to have been be able to jump up from the audience and hold Dawn in my arms and thank her for, well, the pure emotion she was able to instil into this, and all of the songs she performed. Just magic. As for John, perfection. Just exactly what a steel player should be. RIP both of you, I miss you.

[@johnfisher9523]

Dawn Sears just makes this song. There is none better. Her memory lives on. RIP

[@shawndowdy7697]

what soul, what a heart, and a voice that's nothing short of legendary! RIP!

[@texas759]

RIP Dawn Sears. Another beautiful voice has been added to the angel band.

[@rogerlatting9345]

Dawn Sears will never ever die in my heart. She was the real deal and her singing lives on forever. She was a teacher of country music and many of us got taught for free. Legend. Hall of Fame material. Wife. Singer. Mother.

[@richgrimmett9993]

Well put sir! She may not have received the right songs when she was trying to make it as a solo artist but if I were one of those song writers who passed on giving Dawn a chance to record their song or the label companies looking for clones of Faith Hill and Shania Twain, shame shame shame. See and listen to this performance then tuck your tail between your legs look down at the floor and GO ON AND GET! Get outside with the rest of the PIGS!🐷

[@TheCowboychris]

i've watched this vidieo a 100 times and every time it gives this ole west texas cowpoke chills just love it

[@davidlj53]

Wow, she put everything she had in to this song, Rest In Peace dear lady.

[@JoeWheatleyLakeTulloch]

I have watched this performance many times and I'm still drawn to it. It is just perfect and that is something I rarely say about music. I wish I could describe it. Such an angelic voice backed by world class musicians...each adding their own tasteful and subtle additions. This is is powerful and just good stuff!

[@skipcoughlan2753]

There are "Steel" players, Professional steel players and Great Steel players.......... THEN..... there is Mr. John Hughey.... May you rest in peace!

[@skipcoughlan2753]

Skip Coughlan Thank You for Agreeing!

[@lapdawg60]

My favorite steel player. Many great ones, but he gives me the 'feels.'

[@federalist46]

He did things with a Steel that can't be done with a Steel. Amazing.

[@shurshot2764]

And he ain't whiney.

[@fox5411]

A Mickey Newbury 'masterpiece' composition. Not only did Dawn Sears does the the most moving and emotionally evocative version of this beautiful ballad but she dedicated it to the 'memory' and musical beauty of John Hughey,my favorite pedal steel player. Thanks Dawn !

[@dorothydouglas3874]

I come back often to listen to Dawn's beautiful voice. I miss her. );

[@THEWONDER58]

Me too. Almost daily

[@dorothydouglas3874]

Such feeling in her voice! And Papa Huey's artistic abilities! What a combination!

[@haggiefatigue2971]

Me too!

[@MyAbe24]

Me too

[@procol0616]

I can't believe there's only 9K hits on this video!! Mebbe it's because I almost can't watch this without crying a bit,and, who wants to go there??!! Fantastic. Fantastic.

[@bamakeyman]

Every single person you see here is a gifted musician or singer. Those three fiddles playing in perfect harmony, pedal steel is magnificent, and of course the vocals. I saw Dawn in one of her final performances with the Time Jumpers. Gordon Motes was playing piano that night. She sang "Crazy', and I literally wept. I still can't think about the power of that performance and not shed a tear.

[@JoeBanjo88]

Perhaps the most soulful song ever recorded! Missing Dawn and John...

[@JohnE528]

This music is like a religious experience!

[@htdjr2000]

Whenever I get a yerning for some real country music guess where I go. Gone but never forgotten Ms Dawn

[@billcomptonacts.chapter1025]

i am not into country music, but i will go to my grave believing Dawn Sears was the greatest singer of country music I HAVE EVER HAD THE PRIVILEDGE OF HEARING.Ihope to hear her again someday in heaven.RIP DEAR LADY

[@cpolite5374]

Miss you girl. You were never allowed the credit you deserved in voice.. love all you left US with. RIP❤🎉

[@EZblueboy]

Best version ever.. I can listen to this song and that sweet and beautiful voice of Dawn all day long.. and I actually do, it touches my heart every time.. I never heard of her, here in the Netherlands and then to sadly find out she allready passed away.. this angel will be missed.. the band playes so sweet and respectful.. class musicians..

[@dorothydouglas3874]

That voice.....I'll never forget her and her lovely voice. Gone but not forgotten!

[@johnz1118]

+Dorothy Douglas very classy, . There are a only a few singers for me anyways, that like draw you in. I can picture everything, she is singing. I don't need a produced video. But yet this is it. This is all I get . Emotion, rules. I have said it in other posts, she owns the song. No matter what she sings, its sounds like its new, I don't even think of the original artist. I am still going see the time jumpers some how. Then I found out that John the steel player is gone too. ugh,

[@dorothydouglas3874]

+John Zagmester, Yes, sadly Papa John Huey, a master of his craft has gone to play the steel for the angels.

[@fls53151]

THE BEST 6 mins. ON THE INTERNET!

[@57rferret]

Just a great song performed with excellent vocals, wonderful band including one of the finest pedal steel guitarists the world has witnessed. Thank you all - especially John hughey

[@raisincane42]

This rendition of "Sweet Memories" by those wonderful musicians is a masterpiece to say the least!

[@onlyme114]

Pure country talent and I've never heard a steel guitar talk like it does in this one !!!

[@dromaharg]

Words are not enough to describe how beautiful this performance is! I weep every time I hear it and can never just play it once!

[@joeknapp9101]

I will never forget watching this performance live. The look on Kenny's face as he listens to his wife preach the song is priceless. The pedal steel has just as much emotion as the song itself. This is why these folks are the best of the best.

[@lisagarcia1625]

So heartbroken with Dawn's passing. She truly had the voice of an angel. A rare and beautiful gift.

[@carolynmcdonald6946]

Dawn sang this so beautifully-so sad that she is no longer with us! I loved seeing her sing with the Time Jumpers!

[@donaldewert2402]

DAWN SEARS WAS A LOVELY VOICE SENT TO US FROM HEAVEN!!!🙏🙏💚

[@Ruby2Bec07]

An amazing, talented artist gone too soon. RIP Ms. Sears.

[@navroful]

When music's this good it makes a mockery of genres.

[@Sharyourvoice]

Dawn Sears, Wow, and John Hughey on Steel, "Sweet Memories" Magical Singing Voice, and The Music Never Comes No Better!

[@joeofficial9401]

Hi there, how are you doing??

[@kumpulantembanghits4413]

This is the best version of sweet memories i have ever heard. Love it so

[@777muzzy]

WOW!! This is how it's supposed to be! A perfect lesson on true country music. I am still reeling in my jaw off the floor....

[@Sluggo01]

I had the opportunity to see Dawn and this group play about a month after Papa's passing, JOHNS widow in the front row as Dawn sang this to her, OMG.... NOT A DRY EYE, Dawn had a difficult time finishing the remainder, How sad, JUST WOW ...WOW...THE BEST THERE CAN BE!!!!!!!

[@Sluggo01]

Only Dawn can sing this with her heart, she was friends with Papa John, n his wife, rest in peace John!!! I saw time jumpers in Nashville soon after Papa passing, John widow in the front row and DAWN sang this for her... everyone he'd tears!!! Dawn had a tough time singing it, wow just wonderful!!! Lyle Miller

[@mwolfenbarger1]

This is terrible news. I have been in the business for over 40 years, and everytime this lady sang a song, it was the best that I had ever heard...no matter what. All my best to Dawn and her family in their battle with this disease.

[@michaellunburg8567]

Dawn was the best. She made you feel it. RIP Dawn!

[@brdman3]

As a steel player I'm always awed by John's intricate playing and the delicate touches he always placed in the songs he played. Aside from that, Dawn Sears and the entire rest of the group are the best I've ever heard. Country music, as it is today, needs to take a long, hard look at the talents and popularity of this group and get back to its ROOTS. There are very few country artists around today who can produce this kind of material and it's at the very heart of REAL country music.

[@bobfelts531]

Had great fortune to meeting Papa John and the Jumpers for first time in 2007. What a wonderful man he was. The music world lost one of its greatest treasures.

[@WilFreeD68]

Unforgetable Dawn Sears... This song moves me every time ... R.I.P my beautiful Lady 💜 Love from France 💙Blessings to all Time Jumpers 🙏

[@Grandmomma55555]

I can't just listen to this one time......at least 3 times.it almost makes my heart explode!!!!!!! Anyone who has ever loved and lost (passed) knows what I am saying here........memories..memories....love, after 30 years,and this song brings you back every time I hear it!!!!!!!! Pearl

[@nephetula]

Chillingly beautiful, classic country perfection, and in a LIVE performance! Nothing better ever came out of the most expensive studio in Nashville. The "labels" should be ashamed.

[@w.j.skipcoughlan3718]

There has NEVER been Anyone who could do this song JUSTICE ..........other than the Great Dawn & John!!

[@tenstringsandabar]

I could write a ten-page review on the excellence of this song and video. Having spent nearly twenty years on stage working with a vocalist of this caliber, I can tell you, I feel their love of song. I've been there. And as to Papa John (God rest his soul), He appears to be a humble man and truly spoke the voice of God with those ten-strings. This is probably the BEST live perfomance I've ever heard!

[@ernestharp422]

I've studied country music my entire life, I saw Hank Williams Sr live on stage at the Ryman in the early 1950s, and I've pitched my songs in Nashville since 1961. I also played in nearly all of the clubs, honky tonks, and skull orchards on the KY/Middle TN state line for many years. I think the time jumpers are very close to the best I've ever personally heard, and I also think Dawn Sears was (and is) the best singer, male or female, that's ever been in Nashville.

[@fitzpjo]

My oldest Brother moved to Nashville after his wife died (live closer to his two sons) and I would visit Bob twice yearly and he would take me and sister to The Station Inn and we were present when this was recorded. We lost Bob in March, he was a veteran of WW2 seeing much action in the Pacific (B17 gunner). This song is almost too much to bear. Thank's for posting

[@corvettejerry]

Not much point in anyone ever trying to sing this song ever again. It can't be topped ! Yes she does "OWN THIS SONG"..... period !!!

[@judiekleng]

Such a beautiful song, sang by a beautiful woman. Thank God for youtube! RIP Dawn

[@joeofficial9401]

Hi there, how are you doing?

[@sjt609]

*BREATHTAKING!*

[@ArkRed1]

Dawn Sears. Whatt an angelic voice, and the late great John Hughey and all the Time Jumpers just put the icing on the cake.

[@swimminintherain341]

Sometimes the angels stop to listen; and sometimes they call their friends and everyone listens.

[@62fut]

This is my Favorite Video, and my Favorite Steel Player. What a talented group of people, There is no ONE Hero, Just a stage of Heros. This what Country Music is supose to sound like. Thanks for Sharing this Gem

[@ojadkins]

EVERY single time I hear Dawn Sears voice I get tingles that up and down my spine. She was so marvelous. She will live forever in her recordings.

[@MrMultitool]

I'm sure John and Dawn are making beautiful music in Heaven. For now ,we have sweet memories to be thankful for.

[@bradfordsmith2897]

If this doesn't move you, you have no heart or soul. R.I.P. Dawn Sears 😥 And Mr. John Hughey.

[@kennethmacdonnell3634]

I am happy Dawn is no longer suffering, that she is face to face with Jesus and rejoicing in the greatest freedom that ever was and is to come. But, I am sad for us, her voice was one of the finest that I have ever heard in my lifetime. My condolences to Kenny and their family and their friends.

[@dennisskagen7475]

I have seen hundreds if not thousands of acts but none as powerful as what I have seen here by all musicians. It almost brought tears to my eyes / such a shame that Dawn had to leave this world at such a young age. A great Singer and a Great Lady !!!!!

[@tomkozic8505]

Dawn's voice is amazing. John Hughey, just so wonderful. You'll never hear this on the stupid radio. There, i said it. Thanks to my departed friend, Bill Rehrig, for turning me on to this group a few years back. I miss you, brother.

[@carrollrickard9684]

No one but no one can sing this song like Dawn Sears, I fell in love with her the first time I heard her sing and PaPa Hughey absolutely perfection. God has some good music up there.

[@spedoclctr]

It, absolutely, doesn't get any better than DAWN SEARS! RIP 🙏

[@jimmyc5498]

Wow. My first time hearing Dawn with John on steel. God has a special place for them. What a lineup and thanks for posting this.

[@r.mcgraw1231]

Beautiful voice. Dawn you will be missed. RIP You won't have to battle cancer any more. You can sing up in haven with the great country music singers from the past.

[@rcaken]

What a voice.Just wonderful.Love these people. thanks . Ken . NW .England.

[@lindagale7543]

Fantastic Singer and musicians especially the wonderful late John Hughey!

[@joeofficial9401]

Hi there, how are you doing??

[@1954crc]

Amazing voice!

[@BillieJean42]

Sitting here with tears flowing down my face..again. Dawn sings this song better than anyone i've ever heard! She makes the lyrics come alive. This song is especially meaningful to me because the love of my life passed away a few years ago after fighting valiantly for 35 years,the war wounds he received in Vietnam. This song brings comfort to me , but it also reminds me he's not with me anymore except in my "Sweet Memories"

[@all95621]

I never heard of this group until tonight I seen them on Larrys sDiner on RFDTV There are absolutely the sould of what REAL country should be. Hey all of you new comers take a lession. Thanks so much for posting this site to UTube

[@VEDABF]

No one will ever Find , anywhere, such Sweet Harmony ..As this Group gives us.. Their Music Contributions Will Never Fade Away....{ Not long as WE Want To Keep OUR Memories. AND Who Doesn`t ? } The Time Will Come to us All...if we Live long enough...That Our Memories ARE What we turn to In our Lonely Hours...While Everything and Everyone else is ASLEEP.

[@JamesSterling]

I've watched this probably 20 times now and it still gives me goose bumps every time. Dawn Sears and John Hughey ( may he rest in peace) are PERFECTION! It is a crime that Dawn doesn't have a major recording contract in Nashvile. The lyrics to "Murder on Music Row" couldn't be more appropriate. Prayers for Dawn to have a complete recovery. I hope to make it to 3rd and Lindsley soon on a Monday night to see her and the rest of the Time Jumpers.

[@lapdawg60]

I agree 100%

[@williamlinington9166]

Oh yeah!

[@patriciawilhite7038]

The incomparable gift of the Angelic voice of Dawn Sears touched my heart and soul so deeply. Gone much too soon 😓 So thankful for Videos and Records like this that lives on forever. "Sweet Memories" is my favorite as I reminisce of my beloved husband of 42 yrs. Rest In Peace sweet lady and thank you for sharing your God given gift with us 🕊🌹🕊♥️🕊🌹🕊♥️

[@joeofficial9401]

Hi there, how are you doing?

[@allannickerson5713]

What a pair Dawn + John. Gone but never forgotten R.I.P.

[@BobHolland1949]

All I can say is it gives me cold chills every time I hear this recording of Dawn Sears.

[@bulkyelbows]

This video is a work of love, and supports the saying, "If you can't play well, play loud". No loud music here! Notice how each musician caresses his instrument - no framming and bamming needed! The violin players are as smooth as silk, as well as the old boy on guitar. I don't know his name. These are ordinary folks who simply love music. Papa John, rest his soul, was simply the best on the steel. None other like him! And Kenny looks as if he could eat his wife up at 4:45.

[@warrenburlingame7087]

You can see the respect they had for each other. Dawn is my favorite female singer

[@BeckaRogers]

One of the best tributes to Mickey Newbury's great write. Beautiful.

[@joeofficial9401]

Hi there. How are you doing?

[@susanmooney494]

I just lost my brother, and I thought of this song. Dawn Sears, I know you are singing with the Angels!

[@donnieb1950]

MY LORD!! What hole have I been in for the last twenty years?? What a voice! Had I closed my eyes, I'd have sworn that Patsy Cline had been reborn! And those musicians ! Incredible. (and good-looking too!)

[@sotw1]

You'll both be so missed. RIP John & Dawn.

[@oldsalt7534]

Why God would take this beautiful woman with such a goddess like voice from us I just can't comprehend.

[@LaurieHeathStudio]

So beautiful. I'm thankful I got to hear her perform live during the summer of 2013 and look forward to hearing her again in heaven someday.

[@chuckieboy3]

This is a lesson to would-be country singers in how to sing a ballad. Dawn Sears obviously has been blessed with a gift from God. She teaches us how to understate the powerful Mickey Newberry lyrics and only build the song when absolutely neccessary. What an all-around tour-de-force of playing and singing by the Time Jumpers as well. The Kill Nashville Pop movement that Larry Shell and friends are promoting would do well to get this group on board.

[@ianjohnston8871]

To complete my comment,I love Kenny for helping me to cope with my grief. He appreciated the fact that he had been blessed wit h spending time with an Angel. Me too. Thank you Kenny. Ian.