Acoustic Musical Performance | Lukas Nelson | TEDxBigSky

Lukas Nelson shares his perspective on the art of telling stories through songwriting.
Lukas Nelson has no more footsteps to follow other than his own. As with all creative artists, Nelson’s course has been somewhat unpredictable. Though born to country music royalty, he has followed a different muse. Or, more accurately, he has introduced a bunch of muses to each other and locked them into an imaginary room to spend some wild time together.
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[@burlingtonbill4687]

50 years ago my wife and I packed up a 1966 Mustang with all of our worldly possessions and traveled to Ft. Benning then to Ft. Polk where I was serving in the Army. On my you tube page you'll find the song I wrote about it. I started listening to Willie way back then . Love the way Lukas honors his Dad and yet has his own style. He mixes respect with self pride!

[@BenilleCouturier]

2a2!żq❤

[@bobleblanc4282]

As the saying goes, "the apple doesn't fall far from the tree".....Lukas Nelson carries the torch that his father carried before him.....

[@cece3194]

Perspective . . . Empathy . . . What the world needs now is more of both. I really enjoy Lukas Nelson. God bless.

[@Redplane500]

I can hear his father's voice but in Lukas' own original brand of music. I could listen to him all day long and never get tired of it.

[@bonniecorley1768]

so much respect for Lucas Nelson, sounds just like his dad, but he is his own man... love for Lucas!

[@groovy3870]

i was passing thru songs on youtube ,came across this video and thought this young man has some talent. wasnt till i read the comments i saw this is willies boy. hope he keeps on making the music his own.

[@rochellehibler1044]

Lukas you are awesome. You can sing anything and you sound beautiful. I love to hear you sing. I am from Ohio but my heart is as big as Texas when I hear you sing. You are so talented.

[@johnbackman4475]

He can exactly do that odd sense of timing his father has. I know of nobody else whom exactly replicates it

[@frankmacias7244]

This should have at least 100K Likes ...This was so nice to see and listen to.

[@chrischoate3008]

Lukas is an unbelievable talent - the voice......

[@roberthodge7802]

Oh my! What a fantastic gift! That man has footsteps the world has yet to see! This is proof the good Lord loves us.

[@leotabaca5476]

He is just great. I would buy his music just like his Dad,he is one of a kind.Willy should be so proud.

[@mikepeterson8032]

I was there for this performance on that cold January night.... Made warm by this guys' talent. Lukas touched us all. Incredible.

[@robinsteinecke3119]

Raw and Authentic.....Thank You Lukas.....for bringing us Songs of Old and New......I am excited to follow you .....I know you will Soar to Great Great Heights......

[@mikehouston1584]

Lukas is living his own dream and his music takes him to many places. Growing up he followed and learned from his Father and this put him on the path to find his own place in the great world of music.

[@phoenixkay7191]

Truly a bright and shining 🌠 in our presence 💜

[@riffdigger2133]

Yeah, his voice with just an acoustic guitar is so strong and powerful. Hits all the notes with that gorgeous vibrato- then there is his fine guitar playing.

[@gloriastapp940]

I felt the same way when I met SRV on a SW flight from Austin back home to Dallas.

[@theflyingmushroom8641]

I don't ever cry but some of your songs brought tears to my eyes. Great tunes brother! Keep it up!

[@bobbyjones5390]

I am so glad that apple didn't fall too far away from the tree

[@rosettedsouza7265]

Music is art, this man is amazing...........

[@avavincent9481]

During Willie's birthday concert I was happy to see his music was portrayed knowing there's a whole generation who most likely didn't know he'd written.

[@moeg8924]

Amazing talent. No need for Dad to back him up. Truly gifted.

[@sparkysmom7149]

He is truly original and amazing

[@gigistrus490]

How is it possible I've never heard him before! He's terrific.

[@tdhydenify]

Lucas you are awesome I could listen to you all day God bless you and your family

[@BKBobbyDigital]

how doesn't this video get a million views, the world is missing out on this talent

[@sandrafrancis979]

Bobby Tumpak Share share and share. I am 60 This young man is better than his dad.

[@kellyrn6014]

@@sandrafrancis979 That's blasphemy!!! Just kidding; I love Willie but Lukas is absolutely incredible.

[@nancyreynolds2442]

Have fallen in love with this youngster I know he has his own shoes to walk in and he had some amazing influence thank you Lukas so beautiful

[@nancyreynolds2442]

Mercy just love this Young man's beautiful voice amazing music like daddy like son thank you Willie Annie and absolutely Lukas

[@robinemery]

Loving the rasp in your voice 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@myfj40]

Saw Lukas tonight in Des Moines with the Promise of the Real. So glad I went and scored a ticket. He's the real deal.

[@joniselbe7072]

First time I heard him, didn't know he existed, was on a farm aid concert on tv. Just happen to come across it. He started singing and I'm like dude quit trying to sound like Willie lol. Then he sang the sound of your memory. It grabbed my heart instantly. I've never forgotten it !! Some time soon I figured out he had to be Willie's son lol. I love him. His song writing is amazing!!!

[@sissysanders4140]

Spellbound by Lukas..so much talent

[@cs6113]

Advantage after a recess...the gift of time... affords me to recognize the full worth of your talent and learn a new lesson...pause and share the breath. as you said, all forms are a part of the same dream. love you

[@effiemcfarland6735]

Lukas Is One Of A Kind Love His Music

[@mariefremlin6476]

Why couldn't someone like this have been in my life. How different my life would have been.

[@billiehanold3070]

💖

[@mariefremlin6476]

FRMONSIVAIS Don't worry about me. I'm already who I want to be.

[@markjordan2080]

I play guitar myself and Ive always said if someone can sound great playing acoustic guitar and singing alone, they have true talent. You are awesome!

[@Pooh-ov1cv]

Love me some Lukas the real deal raw talent ❤️

[@brysonfamsquad6965]

Lucas is such a great talent!! Why is he not on the radio??? I just adore him.

[@joniselbe7072]

Cause he would have to sell his soul and he knows that. Willie being his dad the satanic music industry would take him in a min but he won't sell his soul. That's why music isn't worth a damn anymore you must sell your soul then they can tell you, demand what you play. That's not Lucas. How refreshing.

[@luvTacoCat]

I wish I was 30 yrs younger. I'm so in love with this man.

[@JeanBakula]

There's hope for the music world again, talent, lyrics with meaning!

[@prairiestorm3823]

Lukas Nelson is a brilliant musician singer and songwriter. The apple didnt fall far from the tree!! I really enjoyed this performance! Thanks for posting!!

[@danielaggeler9263]

This is raw music. Very entertaining to listen to. Thank you sir.

[@tonifrancis2189]

This boy is so talented and has a heart of gold. So happy to be alive to see him sing, play and spread light and love. Wish him the best! ❤️. And Lukas, we are all rays from the same Light and in this life, you’re doing right.

[@emilythesongbird2306]

Thank you for being a lighthouse for me. Your songs, stories, and how you channel amazing artists from the past is such powerful model for me. I also love how you mention Joseph Campbell. It appears as if you are on a musical hero's journey. Thank you for sharing you with the world!!!!!

[@Bluessongstress1963]

@LukasNelson is pretty damn amazing on his own, the fact that he's got that Nelson royal blood is just an added enhancement. He's amazing.🙌🥰

[@georgettabarton4248]

I love Lukas, Micha and Willie. All three have heart and soul and they are awesome together!

[@georgettabarton4248]

Lukas let me tell you about Pastor Arnold Murray, you haven't read the Bible untill you have heard him. He's on utube at The Shepherd 's Chapel. I love you that's why I tell you about him!

[@liquidlove9999]

Love his playing...carries on his father's mantle without being derivative... and finding his own power and voice. Singing the blues!

[@everycoLor_312]

Tears when he went into "Crazy".

[@rodbuilder3657]

To anyone under the age of 30 who is listening to this - LISTEN TO THIS MAN. He is a true inspiration to you and everything you should want to be when you get old. Life is not about what you have, it's about what you feel inside and how you use those feeling to make others feel good about themselves.

[@maritzawilliams1858]

What a talent. Thank you ✌️

[@leilasesmero5910]

I find his personality strong , very smart with empathy and authentic. Excellent musician love your voice Lukas!!

[@elizabethm7552]

I'm still swooning from the first time I heard him sing, in that little Mexican Restaurant just across the street from the beach. And he sang about runnin' shine. And my whole mood changed. ❤️

[@neuropsychroberts8922]

Such a huge fan of this talented young man. Was blessed enough to see him live at The Staple Center in LA last year. Within 2 songs and with just a guitar, he had the whole place on their feet. Amazing.

[@carol.luna.stella]

A beautiful man and what a gift. So glad youtube brought me here.

[@franapple2528]

Love this, and there are some great lines imbedded in the moonshine song. God has blessed you, Lukas Nelson.

[@susancurl6219]

Saw Lukas open for his dad in Eugene Oregon in 2007, another opportunity to enjoy a concert at Britt Festival in Jacksonville Oregon and last week in Bend Oregon. Seeing Lukas Nelson grow as he developed his own style, all this old rocker can say is thank you!

[@GagaCRoy00]

Lukas is so genuine. He has so much talent and heart. His music often brings me to tears.

[@nancychace8619]

Really enjoyed listening to some honest acoustic. My sense is that Lucas is still just hitting his stride. Wish him and all his family the best. Thank you for sharing.

[@nancychace8619]

Oops - please forgive my poor spelling.

[@tinarlowe2251]

There will never be another Willie. Lets just say that Nelson family has some gifted men. Lukas is a very talented young man with his own style and sound. I can see a LONG future in music ahead for this incredibly gifted young man.

[@tenaciousdan5831]

There still is a Willie.

[@teriw56]

If I started over, that so deep. It made me weep. He tapped into something.

[@debraaragon2436]

Lukas your so gifted. i resonantly discovered your music. i've been listening to, regularly the last couple weeks. I love your dad, i've saw him numerous times in concert. It's looking like i'll be a fan of yours to. You got your own style, and, i like the way you pick at your, guitar. you GOT IT GOIN ON.

[@cherylwyatt909]

Lukas, you have great talent. I loved "If I started over," I enjoyed every minute !! Cheryl

[@bosse641]

A voice very similar to his father. ...nice to hear. Very talented young man.

[@marilynmarquardt8369]

Wow~!!!~ When he first starts out, His voice is a definite blues which is so Strong !!! Then we have Lukas singing "Crazy" which the tones resemble his Dad's for sure 🌹 His voice is so Pure and Clear on "Running Moonshine" Then we have What if we had to start over" Tis is a Gorgeous song with so much meaning..You have to really appreciate what Lukas stresses across to all of us watching this Amazing video..So much inside feelings looking on the outside in 💞🎶🌹 You Are Amazing Lukas Nelson ~!!!!~

[@markfoster2500]

Marilyn Marquardvery great job with appreciation!!!!

[@byronritchie7322]

I actually got to play a few holes of golf with Lukas last weekend in Natchez, Ms. and he is a humble, kind, all around class act. And a pretty good golfer to boot! Rock on Lukas.

[@ronshalita]

Man, (if I started over) has got to be the heaviest song I have ever heard! i dont care who's son he is... he is amazing... thank you Lucas...

[@halfbreed1987920]

His song find yourself is one of my all time favorites. Being from Hawaii I appreciate the reggae vibe in the live version of that song.

[@joannhenderson7395]

Now, this is the REAL Lucas. Love it!

[@assumptalydon4141]

First time hearing him in Ireland! Love his sound.

[@moose6676]

This guy is just an amazing musician and a really nice person, just like his Dad. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@julielancaster9795]

I just saw him on Sunday for the first time. What talent. He was the star of the whole festival...................

[@allenstclair-kg9up]

cup of joe,a good smoke,sittin on the front porch,listenin to the storms, lukas nelson playn' in the background.cant get much better than that!

[@cherylking646]

What a sweet story. You are so talented. Lyrics, voice and styles. You've come into your own.

[@southerncross5360]

Yes!! Here’s a man with an incredible heart and mind, shows vulnerability, true passion for life. Pay attention young people we need more people like Lucas!! Excellent

[@cs6113]

Feeling more complete, human and enriched, Lukas brings all positive emotions to the table, I am still trying to figure out why I am so compelled to lesson to this guy, it just gets better...

[@ianbaker2599]

What a great songwriter, singer and guitarist. Amazing talent.

[@sharrysmith7356]

Lukas is truly an amazing musician with a deep feeling into and beyond life.

[@terri8587]

So talented and smart love every song he does!!!! Easy on the eyes also 💙I just want to close my eyes and soak it up

[@kadesignsit]

When i watch Lukas sign and play he loose himself in his music we need more musicians like him. A God send talent

[@albatross1943]

Quel merveilleux guitariste, Lukas Nelson Bravo

[@Robb5994]

Omg the UK needs to hear him.

[@seanr1013q]

astounding how much he sounds like Dad

[@katherinepoletto7875]

Lukas.I Love your Laugh.Patsy Cline and your Dad did it JUSTICE.thnx Lukas.kat,ct.

[@djtimmy08]

You’re a huge inspiration to me Lukas,I hope we cross paths someday...👍

[@blisteredblues1255]

Lukas you touch my heart and soul with your passion and talent. It is truly a pleasure to hear you!

[@sherryfalgoust9405]

Why havent i had the pleasure of enjoying your voice you sing like a angel

[@mekocwah797]

Thank you for sharing these messages through story and music. 👏 ☮️ ❤️

[@vbsandlady]

Lukas is amazing. He may be his father's son but he is his own musician when it comes to singing and his guitar playing. One talented musician.

[@tambourini]

Yes, let's avoid comparing. Thank you :)

[@Magoover1]

vbsandlady This guy's for real.

[@harrydelange1821]

Very very talented!

[@michaelworkman5590]

cup of joe,a good smoke,sittin on the front porch,listenin to the storms, lukas nelson playn' in the background.cant get much better than that!

[@Jeff-McCallum]

I can hear and see that, his guitar styling , he has been taught by his father or at least by hearing his dad so much his playing comes through like his dad.

[@maureenblake5781]

" If I started over, I'd find you again." Beautiful songwriting.

[@tammyshiver8703]

Thank You Lucas!

[@kristinabrammer1449]

Lord Bring On the Rain! I love Trees plants and Oxygen!😎💯

[@majortom2540]

The legend lives on. Awesome.

[@SheaMasonMusic]

Hearing him talk about his songs and what inspired him to write them makes me like him even more. I already really liked him but now I can see he’s the real deal.

[@austntexan]

Lukas is really incredible. How does one make their own way and sound with such a tower as Willie as Dad. Running Shine is so great. Lyrics so great.

[@garyculver9198]

Lukas Pardner, I had no idea how Versatile You ARE, The World 🌎 Will Know You!

[@garrisonhill1]

This guy has real talent all his own. Great artist.

[@toddfischer1519]

What an accomplished musician. Will must be so proud

[@astoker06]

The more I listen the more I see him play the more impressed I am...

[@halfbreed1987920]

I respect the fact the he is truly an eclectic lover of music. His music has elements of all musical genres. That gives him a unique and refreshing sound that is all his own.

[@cs6113]

3/15/23. NYC. Timely Ripe...Thank you Lukas

[@gracereese1993]

Very nice 👌

[@gracereese1993]

One of my favorites 🎉❤

[@muse63027]

"Destined to come here, again, and again." ...

[@sofia._.deluna]

So glad KZbin brought me here ☺️

[@TVsGringoStarr]

I'm generally opposed to TED and anything associated with it, but I can happily make an exception for this. This was amazing.