The Civil Wars - Full Concert - 03/16/11 - Stage On Sixth (OFFICIAL)

[@blenhardt1245]

I feel like it is one of the great tragedies of music that these two split up. What they had was beautiful, magical and ephemeral. The likes of it are not to be seen again any time too soon. I can't even imagine the music they still had to create between them. I just love them and hope that one day they will be able to reconcile.

[@LaWandaJane]

B Lenhardt I hate that they spit...and John Paul's new CD, "The long Good-bye"...sounds like he's singing to Joy, not his wife...and I have Joy's new CD ordered...released soon...but "What a Good Woman Does" ...I know she's singing about John Paul... My all time favorite Duet....

[@LaWandaJane]

Thanks...I found that, "The Long Good Bye" was written long ago...but when I first heard it, I didn't know...and listened to every song over and over until Joy's, "Grace" came out...and I know there are many songs that are directed specifically to John Paul...and I'm sorry, but "The Long Goodbye" sounds like it's for Joy...I'm listening to "Grace" alot...Would be so happy :) if the would reunite...Best Duet EVER !!!!!

[@stardustgirl2904]

That will require the Almighty God to intervene, I think ! I don't know what they don't atleast text, for crying out loud!😂😂

[@luannebowling4395]

Agreed

[@leojaxxon3405]

You probably dont care at all but does anybody know a trick to get back into an Instagram account? I was stupid lost my login password. I appreciate any assistance you can give me!

[@kathifuller5332]

Their chemistry is pure gold. 1:46 when she pushes him with her fingertips. And the look on his face when he goes back up to the microphone. "Oh dear, never saw you coming. Oh my, look what you have done." For real.

[@kimberlee831]

I keep coming back to watch this set because it's pure magic. The incredible raw talent, the clear and intense chemistry/tension between them, the lyrics...it's sheer perfection. They're in sync not only in their harmonies but in their breaths and cadence. It's like you're watching someone paint a masterpiece right in front of you and sexy as hell. I wish I'd been there to see this live. I did see JPW live twice at World Café Live in Philadelphia; had front row seats and spoke to him before and after the show. He's a lovely person and WOW he's just phenomenal performer and I'd go see him again and again. Goes without saying, it's tragic they split. Despite what they say, it's easy to see why they did, it's all in the lyrics both as TCW and in their solo work.

[@TheLucasGregory]

They sing looking at each other throughout the concert. This is love.

[@carltonhigginbotham9290]

best musical connections are made that way

[@mandyrobbins2160]

To be fair, when you harmonize with someone, you have to look for cues in their face and mouth to stay in sync. But I agree, they have a really strong bond that is often untenable when you're married to someone else. So sad.

[@CM-ct5bk]

I think this love is what destroyed this group. They were totally married to different people (not each other) at the time.

[@makeamericagratefulagain]

If only this type of "love" could last...

[@kurtisraywheeler]

Being in the room for this show was sheer SXSW magic. Every few years you catch yourself with your mouth open, realizing that you are watching something great unfold that will certainly have an impact on many people. This was that moment. Thanks so much for sharing. Very sad to hear today that they have decided that they simply can't go forward. I will remember this as one of the most intimate and celebrated pre-breakout performances that I've had the privilege to experience.

[@johngreene2508]

Hell yes . . .sheer musical magic 💯✌

[@adders45]

I'm 100% sure their respective partners had some input into their split - The chemistry is palpable

[@DRM-nb1fg]

Mainly John Paul's wife if I had to guess. Joy's husband was their manager and probably had everything locked down on the road. It did not seem Joy (or her husband) wanted the band to breakup. The breakup was entirely on John Paul's end of it, which makes me think his wife was driving it. Can't blame her.

[@suzyrunninghawk7870]

@@DRM-nb1fg Exactly. As a musician myself, I hate that they broke up. But as a woman, I can definitely see his wife saying, "It's me or her." I know that's what I would have said! But part of me wishes they were a real couple!

[@jenniferponder3230]

I want what they had…❤️

[@christospapakiritsis5250]

Their chemistry, this vibe, their communication .......once in a lifetime........so unique

[@tinah2500]

One of my biggest regrets: never seeing them live

[@jamesfoster2238]

I had tickets to a scheduled performance... but it never happened. so sad.

[@christospapakiritsis5250]

They are both lovers of music, of Art, they live for expressing their selves through their music and they are feeling each other 100% ....their songs have part of their soul as their performances....such chemistry and same point of view by both......so rare and unique...

[@dukesmith1570]

I'm sorry but you can't fake being into someone (or NOT being into them). And if you can, these two deserve Oscars for this performance. I agree with B Lenhardt -- easily one of the greatest tragedies in music. Most musicians nowadays write and perform complete and utter garbage. This, on the other hand... this is art. I'm truly heartbroken like so many people here.

[@TheAtticradio]

Blimey ! Ive been missing out to this music ! So good !! That’s a great comment … I'm sorry but you can't fake being into someone (or NOT being into them) … very true … these two are off the scale with talent ! … so they split up well if they were together ❤. And then there’s the talent - agony& ecstasy kicks in… both are exceptional … must go listen more …

[@christospapakiritsis5250]

heartbrake indeed !!!! so sad

[@Bluzrooster]

9:55 Twenty Years my favorite CW song of all.... and the amazing Barton Hollow version, gave me chills!

[@iamsultana]

1:45 Cheeky. In another life, Joy and John will get to live out their love story. They will have their dance til the very end. I wish them much happiness in this life too, even if not together.

[@suzyrunninghawk7870]

I agree. I also think that they were together in a past life, hence the incredible connection and chemistry

[@karlaalejandra587]

😭😭❤❤

[@cizzlecentral]

I mourn them

[@trevorbaugh1335]

More chemistry in any duet since Cash and Carter. Such a shame that they split. I have listened to Barton Hollow and the self-titled more times than I can count, and I'm foaming at the mouth for another album.

[@LaWandaJane]

Trevor B. I hate that they spit...and John Paul's new CD, "The long Good-bye"...sounds like he's singing to Joy, not his wife...and I have Joy's new CD ordered...released soon...but "What a Good Woman Does" ...I know she's singing about John Paul... My all time favorite Duet....

[@nikopoa6555]

Have you watched Mandolin Orange/Watchhouse? They absolutely match this couple chemistry.

[@jbrowne1948]

I feel like I game to the party after everyone left. I just discovered this duo three days ago while looking at Olicity videos and someone had posted a video with Adelaide Kane and Steven Amell with the song Dust to Dust. I immediately went to iTunes and started downloading Barton Hollow and The Civil Wars albums. It was the next day I found out the Joy & John Paul had separated a couple of years ago - I was just crushed. Their sound is soooo good. I watched a couple of live performance videos and saw how good they worked together on stage. I also hope some day they realize their best music is done together. What a loss but at least we have some songs to remember them by.

[@pjrtech4141]

Go see their New Orleans concert. It will blow you away. Best duo anywhere, period.

[@LaWandaJane]

pjr tech I have no idea how many times I've watched New Orleans show ... I still can't get enough

[@LaWandaJane]

pjr tech I can't get enough of that concert.....I hate that they spit...and John Paul's new CD, "The long Good-bye"...sounds like he's singing to Joy, not his wife...and I have Joy's new CD ordered...released soon...but "What a Good Woman Does" ...I know she's singing about John Paul... My all time favorite Duet....

[@nikitzb8353]

Her Dance moves!! just love how she is so comfortable with herself :) From This Valley is my favourite :) :)

[@andrewlim3415]

i only knew this band around a couple of months ago, and only found out that they'v broken for over a year. my heart broke as well.

[@birdi3beez]

Same. I became a fan during their hiatus. Then they broke up. Worst day ever. How a band as perfect as them no longer exists is just heartbreaking

[@CostcoDog]

Thank you so much for making this wonderful performance available, particularly since there will be no more of them.

[@LaWandaJane]

CostcoDog I hate that they spit...and John Paul's new CD, "The long Good-bye"...sounds like he's singing to Joy, not his wife...and I have Joy's new CD ordered...released soon...but "What a Good Woman Does" ...I know she's singing about John Paul... My all time favorite Duet....

[@CostcoDog]

LaWanda Goggans The Long Good Bye actually came out in August 2008. Any idea when they first got together. In 2008 sometime but I haven't been able to find out what month.

[@LaWandaJane]

Thanks...I had no idea...I thought it was his newest since their split...sometimes I put too much thought into things ...I sure wish they would get back together ...but it seems they can each make it on their own...I do feel that "What a good woman does" by Joy, on her new CD is written specifically for JPaul...

[@CostcoDog]

Wouldn't you love to have been a fly on the wall just before they cancelled their European tour? At that time I think it was Paul who said there were "irreconcilable differences" regarding the tour. "I Wish You Were the One Who Got Away" from "The Civil Wars", which was pretty much in the can before they were going on the Euro tour, would support your notion. Their singing was full of angst on the whole album, and a fine one it was! I'm looking there for clues.

[@bettinak.4]

I've found your music a few months ago and now I can't imagine my days without it. I really hope that someday you will play music together again. Then, pleeeease come to the heart of Europe! B. from Hungary

[@LaWandaJane]

I hate that they spit...and John Paul's new CD, "The long Good-bye"...sounds like he's singing to Joy, not his wife...and I have Joy's new CD ordered...released soon...but "What a Good Woman Does" ...I know she's singing about John Paul...My all time favorite Duet.... Bettina Kónya

[@willb5240]

Two incredibly talented singers and two voices that were just meant to be together. I hope that some day they are able to work out whatever is keeping these two beautiful voices apart and we will all have the opportunity to hear them together again. Please.

[@lilianacosta1282]

I thought they were a couple since the first video I saw of them performing together... This chemistry is undeniable!!

[@cultureyoo]

so wonderful harmony and such a great couple like troubadour. Thanks for this view.

[@ianowen8555]

there's an English duo called When Rivers Meet that are naming the Civil Wars as a major influence especially with their harmonies, I'd never heard of these guys until When Rivers Meet pointed them out and they are awesome, totally special a wonderful combination I even like their solo stuff.WRM are more bluesy and rockier and the vocals are different but they are also sensational and definitely worth checking out, their debut album We Fly Free is out now

[@xrxs1020]

Her beautiful expressions while they sing are gold.

[@SJB-cm7jg]

Hate to see such a talented duo split way to soon they were just about to be a real tour de force in music let's hope they see how their fans are hurting not having them to see and enjoy, if the music God's have any sway please reunite the best duo on the planet, PLEASE!!!!!!

[@theresanguyen3770]

Still watching this...Pure love

[@timothycollins7336]

Brilliant. Poison and Wine - what a song!

[@ou8126]

Thnx 4 the memories. We'll miss you guys!

[@BlimeyKatie]

Actually SO sad that they're breaking up! :O( So glad that I got to see them live before that happened. They have such beautiful voices together and the most amazing chemistry... Just lots of fun! My fingers are already crossed for a reunion!! xxxx

[@alexaescapita2526]

They look so happy singing together! I miss them so much! Now individually they have wonderful music, still heartfelt and powerful. They just don't seem as happy as they were here. I hope they can make amends soon!

[@bwhitley8]

I miss them

[@michaelmatson3864]

Absolutely NONE Finer ! Thanks of sharing. Need more when you are ready...

[@DMRJ53]

They are , and always will be in love. You can’t fake that stuff.

[@carltonhigginbotham9290]

sooooo good! miss them

[@tohok2000]

They were so happy back then. :(

[@MariaDorseyBikeShorts]

GOD I WANT THEM TO JUST LOVE EACH OTHER and I know it's wrong but how SWEET are they together here?

[@geolinkin6579]

they do love each other...that is the problem. Hell, I love Joy, but also love my wife. Sometimes we have to lose out.

[@LaWandaJane]

Maria Dorsey I hate that they spit...and John Paul's new CD, "The long Good-bye"...sounds like he's singing to Joy, not his wife...and I have Joy's new CD ordered...released soon...but "What a Good Woman Does" ...I know she's singing about John Paul... My all time favorite Duet....

[@charrylan]

Thanks for posting. I love their live performances... so full of energy.

[@次男浅野]

Miss Williams’s breathing so so magnetic! Please come to Japan show stage!!

[@cherylsarafinchan6715]

I agree. Every single time I watch these two, I am sad they no longer "exist". SUCH chemistry. Such a shame.

[@JamothonKeepitreal]

I can feel the good vibes that you put in your songs and it's beautiful your voices are so amazingly heart touching thanks for keeping it real

[@toyz1784]

Great show! Her voice reminds me a little of Brandi Carlile and his face reminds me of Johnny Depp. His guitar playing and their harmonies remind me of everything awesome about music :)

[@MrDaedaluss]

I feel like these guys broke up cause they were scared of the chemistry they had...cause theyre both married to other people

[@Lala0RK]

lpowers60 that's a lovely thought and poetically so romantic and tragic. I'm still heartbroken that they broke up. They were so awesome together! They are so incredibly live. Their music is just magical! I love their music so much :) It's a shame though - they were so wonderful together. It makes me wonder about is it not possible to be married and love your partner, but also love someone else but in a different way, and continue to work with them and be their friend. Maybe sometimes we fall in love with more than one person at the same time?

[@ariatara]

+lpowers60 I've always known this to be true, in my heart. It's something I felt very deeply just by looking and listening to them. Now I see I'm not the only one.

[@stardustgirl2904]

I heard John Paul say in an interview he thought of JOY as a little sister! But everyone says they have chemistry, but I don't why?

[@pollylewis4849]

No joke! Chemistry, talent, complimentary voices - things many musicians would KILL to have with one another!

[@adasteia6667]

Yes, it is sad but life can be pretty gruesomely sad ! What happened is absolutely no one's business but theirs ! They are not gonna get back together. They have long ago moved on. It is now August 2022. Be happy for them as they are both releasing new albums. Life goes on !

[@Sarah-the-Carin]

I'm coming to know this group too late, I wish they would tour again! This is wonderful.

[@JohnCampos062298]

Thanks so much for posting this excellent moment in time!

[@talentshowwinna]

hate that they split. so much talent.

[@LaWandaJane]

Ben Mills I hate that they spit...and John Paul's new CD, "The long Good-bye"...sounds like he's singing to Joy, not his wife...and I have Joy's new CD ordered...released soon...but "What a Good Woman Does" ...I know she's singing about John Paul... My all time favorite Duet....

[@GirizdL]

@@LaWandaJane could you link these tracks to me?

[@townie607]

Simply amazing. With such a powerful and natural chemistry, I have to think that JPW and Joy's spouses had something to do with the duo splitting up.

[@LaWandaJane]

Philip Wischmeyer I hate that they spit...and John Paul's new CD, "The long Good-bye"...sounds like he's singing to Joy, not his wife...and I have Joy's new CD ordered...released soon...but "What a Good Woman Does" ...I know she's singing about John Paul... My all time favorite Duet....

[@Lala0RK]

LaWanda Goggans I also hate that they split up. They were so incredible together. Such harmonious voices and electrifying songs. What makes you say that about John Paul's new cd, that he sounds like he's singing to Joy and not his wife - that's poetically romantic and tragic.

[@shoreshore1019]

this is magic

[@푸른노을-i3q]

노래 정말 맛갈나게 잘하네요,,,,지금은 못본다는게 너무 아쉽네요,,,언제나 두분 사랑합니다~♥

[@leylasarica7899]

Güzelliğiniz evreni kaplar,sonsuzluk gibisiniz.Böyle güzel düet görmedim.

[@leftyelysium]

They had so much! It hurts think they wont be contributing to music as a duo.

[@jessicascheffler597]

it hurts that I will not ever get the pleasure of hearing them live...

[@devattack]

God Bless 'em.

[@strawberyyicecreamdream216]

I would be incredibly surprised if they didn't break up because of them both being married to other people. Some people don't want to admit it, but if they weren't into each other, they are some fantastic actors. I'd be surprised if they hadn't had an affair.

[@suzyrunninghawk7870]

They would be super human to not to have had.

[@c.matusevich1881]

just learned of this duo, so sad they are no longer together. i've never heard such a couple sing as they do, they were clearly meant to be together. their voices are ethereal...not too happy with the direction she is going now :-(

[@gonggomaldian1338]

When i hear this song i feel happy I feel chemistri its so 👍👍👍

[@KMAObama]

Absolute Perfection.

[@crx350x1]

there's chemistry . . . . Then there's these two. jesus

[@JennBinIndy]

Joy's new album Venus is fabulous! Check it out if you enjoy her

[@pupperific]

so amazing ...why oh why are they no longer together? love them SO MUCH.

[@charliebarracuda1251]

You know every time Billy hears their version of Disarm he's like "crap they do my song better than me" lol

[@lauriesydnor843]

LOVE THESE TWO VOICES...THE MELDING!...perfect. (not TOO difficult to look at...(drool over) either.)👏🏼👍🏼🤘🏼

[@vanessahartigan2024]

Seeing this versus the performance in New Orleans is a total different feel...just a few months apart...JP doesn't even look at Joy in New Orleans...regardless total professionals and both amazing shows

[@jeanlucLamigeon]

un concert super sympa merci

[@devattack]

Music is so inescapably sexy, in the deepest way. No wonder Plato (or whoever) thought it should be outlawed. Holy Shiv. Never heard these divine creatures before.

[@marcoquezada3146]

would of been nice to hear the civil wars play that song of Free Bird, lol as they said about it and he started playing a bit before the start of Jackson song of billie jean.

[@bcjams3786]

Check out Foxes and fossils cover of Barton Hollow here on youtube...Father daughter singing together and they are worthy of the listen

[@ericlane6145]

A girl, a guy & a guitar. It's perfection.

[@danielpecaro777]

One of a kind.

[@itecoinDad]

I love them

[@aysenurrkoc]

poison and wine favsss

[@timmothyames3296]

I'm so pissed I missed the chance to see these two play together. They have a magic connection for sure. And j think the fact that they aren't lovers is part of the magic. There is a quite respect there for sure

[@fiddlefolk]

True tragedy that these two went on their own. This is the perfect example of the magic of two parts being greater than the some of any one part....True greatness together...Alone? not so much!

[@hisel13]

Gaddamn they are good.

[@drob7218]

Best life ever

[@drob7218]

Get some popcorn 🍿

[@ranpaes]

They used to sound even better live. Joy's voice is angelic and amazing.

[@leea5943]

Why did these two break up😥 Such harmony! So so sad they aren't together anymore😟

[@veerchasm1]

Dang, this version of Poison ☠️ and Wine 🍷 is killin’ it

[@JoshuaPolak]

They were really somethin!!!

[@God0fCows]

When I was younger, I thought these two had a bit of a romance going on, but now I see that, musically, they go so good together that anyone would be jealous. I used to sing in a choir, and me and the choir are jealous of them. They're musical bond is so strong, that I have no doubt they're husband and wife were worried. For sure they're playing into the whole romantic part of it, but they're amazing performers, the both of them.

[@ImplosiveCatt]

She's so sweet :)

[@suzyrunninghawk7870]

She is. Her name suits her perfectly!

[@God0fCows]

4:34 my favorite part

[@lorenzoromero3979]

Nice

[@carbonatedlemonade19]

8:22 omg

[@evelynaguirre3067]

I love them! She has amazing vocals, but she sing a little too loud over him sometimes.

[@71tbomb]

Soooo Niiiceee.

[@echs777chs]

miss them ..Joy wanted more pop genre ...... John wanted to stay true to folk blues country. .thats it....💕❤

[@ladyaurora6949]

Chris Slok that doesn’t explain why they’re not on speaking terms... :(

[@iamsultana]

If that was it, they would have handled it like mature adults but instead they did their last concert without looking at each other, then canceled all of the rest of their sold-out shows and never spoke to each other again. That is not something two adults do over different musical preferences. Something else happened.

[@Candie183]

I'm sorry...i feel like they were intimate. That little bit starting at 11:28...ummmmm

[@suzyrunninghawk7870]

I agree.

[@crissylura]

The problem is you listen to one song, and another, and the next thing you know it you’re watching a concert.

[@leannandrews5372]

Please get back together

[@tricoachdara]

DAMN IT! why did they have to break up!

[@djfox1234]

Best Americana band that never was. So hard for me to understand what could have been SO BAD between them they couldn't figure it out and continue together as a band. Did someone show up in other's dressing room naked wanting sex? That's about the only thing that makes any sense as to the breakup, but even then, you'd think it could've been worked out.

[@carlybalsamo9883]

She is the cutest.

[@travisgroblebe5657]

Sad to hear they decided to part ways.

[@RushAustin]

Great interview with Joy over at the Death, Sex & Money podcast. www.wnyc.org/story/joy-williams-death-sex-money/

[@JonnieHellboy1]

After seeing them together...on stage, if I was Joy's husband I would of let her go to him...is that strange to say???

[@nate9696]

not strange that you would say that as many people feel that way about them and that is one of the major "attractions" that people have/had with them is that no one know if there was anything behind all the eyes/stares that they had. there are a few hidden interviews and such that they have said "there is nothing between us" and they seem to be very honest and sincere people and i would just tend to lean towards that. I have also read that there was "tension" between them during the second album that ultimaetly lead to the break up. Oh by the way dont know if you knew or not but joys husband was there tour director so there is that too.

[@rubieleahbote5350]

4:40 what a moment

[@bobhope9783]

Can somebody that is an actual singer please clear up the debate between if when Joy is looking at JP a lot if it has to do with her visually keeping the harmony in order...or she just looking for those reasons. Understand? Thx if anybody can say if thats a real tactic or not. Later...

[@MegGyver1]

When you are singing a duet with someone and there is that much harmony, you look at each other to make sure that the timing is perfectly in sync. You want to breathe at the same time. When you sing with the same person a lot, you can tell by the way their chest and mouth move what they're about to do. I often look at duet partners that I don't much care for just for this reason. LOL. That being said, she's into him. Making this kind of music with someone is intimate, and I'd argue more intimate on the "soul" level than sex. Whether they acted on it or not is speculation, but these two are definitely joined together at the soul level. It is painful to know that they aren't making music anymore. It's like my parents got divorced all over again.

[@evansentnote]

Yes. Visual, body language, that’s where they get their perfect harmony timing. Spectacularly done

[@jennaburnett5953]

so sad they broke up

[@tikakchk]

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