THE MARCUS KING BAND - "Rita is Gone" (Live at JITV HQ in Los Angeles, CA)

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The Marcus King Band - "Rita is Gone" Live at Jam in the Van Headquarters in Los Angeles, CA.
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[@JamintheVan]

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[@ethanhart6274]

I hope everyone understands how much of a once in a lifetime talent this kid is.

[@purpledahliamedium1968]

soulful savant

[@y0Fiqqy]

the whole band is just utter utter talent man, i love this

[@doomeex2419]

Just unbeliveble

[@alicantube]

soooo true!

[@peterlindberg4557]

Oh, yes! We do.

[@tucker2251]

idk who the hell rita is, but thank God she's gone.

[@Smeewa]

I think she killed herself. Listen to the intro again. Sad song.

[@witchsabbath13]

Guys, Rita is the sister of Dexter, from the series called Dexter about a serial killer cop!

[@aceou]

@@witchsabbath13 Rita is his wife and mother of Dexter's kid. Marcus did say in an interview that "Rita" in the song is from Dexter. She was murdered in the show (sorry, spoilers). But not by Dexter. By another killer.

[@Stangil1]

lol

[@mugwolf9252]

Amen brotha amen

[@EricBlackmonGuitar]

This kid is amazing! I have known his Dad since 9th grade. We played guitar with different bands and traded licks for years! Now Marcus kicks both me and his dad's butt on guitar! I heard him sing and was blown away a second time when he was just 17 years old! I am black and have played in many bands and made a living at it and still do as a full time music teacher who plays 8 instruments. Marcus plays and sings with more soul than ANY of the black R&B and blues players that I performed with over the years. So glad to see that he is starting to get the attention that he deserves. He gets better every time I listen. Rock on Marcus!

[@DrewElGringasho]

EricBlackmonGuitar hey man on a side not I enjoy jamming to your tracks you put up! Great stuff. Good to see you on this video and that is high praise. Bless!

[@paulrogers4852]

I was able to hang out with Marcus and his dad when they played in Kalamazoo a few months back and they're both just super solid dudes on top of being brilliant musicians. His dad definitely helps to make sure he stays humble when it's so easy for kids his age to get a big head. I can't wait for him to come back around in a couple months.

[@ddesign63]

Pls read my post just above yours. This shit is legit! Their must be a Black man trapped inside his body. Damn...., he is the S_ _T!!!

[@brainstain2904]

So true Eric he is phenomenal good band too!

[@jonmiller19845]

ddesign63 c-lo green! Same mouth and nose

[@duaneleitch7648]

ridiculously insane for 23 years old. The soul the passion . A legend in the making

[@MaynardGKrebs-gv4vy]

I have been on this earth for 67 and Marcus is truly a phenom....can't wait to see him live. I know Stevie Ray is looking down saying "Damn, that little chubby man can play..."

[@JackettiBallognese]

I think he was 20 here. Insane.

[@ktthomas7714]

Soul man

[@elliotbrown9760]

this is some of the best live mixing i've ever heard from any artist. Top notch sound engineer

[@jimolson8810]

Seriously. That is the truth. I have never heard a better live performance recording and sound mixing. The person who mixed this is legend.

[@mateoostojic5869]

Crazy...small room with woodwinds brass and drums and everything is clear separated in mix and didn't lose tonal quality. Vocal on dynamic mic sounds like studio recording great reverb and processing I'd say even better than on the studio track.

[@Brian-rq8hi]

Sounds like it was performed in a studio which is nuts.

[@j.scheutjens7290]

True but checkout winery dogs live -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5OuY3yhp6icapY

[@bobcobb6742]

Jam in the van does not fuck around 🤌 5 star sound people

[@crumb5756]

Can we just appreciate how locked in the bass and drums are too?! These guys are masters of their craft!

[@johngavin1448]

Sooooo locked in. 10 outta 10 drums mane

[@cmsgtjasonh5794]

Tracks??

[@zentertainer217]

that solo at the end is pure gold

[@johnhouse3898]

I think when Otis Redding, Sam Cooke, James Brown, Steve Marriott, Duane Allman and B.B. King passed their souls immediately went into this guy... fortunately.

[@deff3060]

Saw him open for Chris Stapleton yesterday, he burnt up the stage and the horns are such a great addition to his southern soul. Covered sabbath and we all fell about the place🤯

[@grahamwheat2179]

Tell your friends about this guy. Hell, make your dog listen to this band.

[@clifflef]

My dog is the one that told me about him. I thanked her again today.

[@melaniebotting6397]

Best reply I've ever seen on KZbin. Funny man.

[@ViciousTuna2012]

Thank her again tomorrow. Thank her till the end of time.

[@TheScreamingBeagle]

My previous dog had a good taste in music kzbin.info/www/bejne/i33anqV8mK55iZo . The new one doesn't know shit.

[@74dartman13]

Graham Wheat she's laying here listening right along with me!🐶😀

[@harshman121092]

This is my very first time listening to Marcus King. As soon as he started singing I said out loud, "Are you shitting me?!"

[@butchcassidy3373]

Yeah, I've caught him live a few times and man they are fantastic

[@panchowheeler4122]

just caught me off guard too, what a voice man

[@amandahayward6759]

he opened for Chris Stapleton back in October 2021 and he was amazing. kinda stole the show from Chris. I got tix to his new tour "youngblood" for September.

[@airforceretired5094]

I would much rather listen to Chris Stapleton. I just wasn't too impressed. But I don't listen to music much

[@justacutepieceofshit]

Me too

[@DiSoRdErLy0604]

All praise Ethan Glaze and Sean p Jones for the sublime sound engineering! A band is only ever as good as the engineer. He brought this to life! Amazing performance! Such a tight band!

[@MortalShores]

One of the greatest guitar solos Ive ever heard. Top 5.

[@TopoGraph8]

Fabulous! Proof that the new generation is creating and performing musical miracles! Great blues guitar solo!

[@caseybaird310]

Omg thank you gods of boredom for bringing me here

[@annhancock4509]

He has surrounded himself with a super talented group of musicians. The rythym section is killer , both horns are phenomenal and keys perfection. Add Mr King to this mix and it a deadly combonation.

[@JBPhish73]

Agreed! The bass man is awesome. Saw them live opening for Tedeschi Trucks Band

[@nwk-wt3ty]

Word - this was a team effort. Sublime.

[@AssassinGreen]

The whole package for sure

[@duaneleitch7648]

I couldn't say it any better

[@ezzong]

@@JBPhish73 a song with him dueting with Susan Tedeschi would be the best thing ever.

[@glensimpson9018]

Buy their albums and you'll be glad. Catch a live show and you'll be changed. MKB is that rare thing in music when all the stars align and some strange magic happens. Super cool dudes too!

[@jaharris1701]

bought both his albums on Itunes, really diggin this dude !!!!

[@Casey_J96]

Jim Harris same I hope to see him someday if he comes around.

[@pokemic8552]

Glen Simpson. i seen them at wanne he killed it was playing with other bands. played with wide spread panic wsmfp!!!!

[@pokemic8552]

look up the mountain jam

[@clairebo_bg2429]

Very much agree!!! Seeing them live is life changing. They brought my love and passion for music back. From the lyrics to every note each instrument sings, has you emotionally invested. They are awesome!

[@krispymc77]

This band is epic, that man absolutely shreds, one of the most melodic solos I've ever heard

[@elrafa782]

With Marcus King, I can’t choose between voice or guitar ! So soulful ! And surprise, almost jazzy sometimes ! Love this man. Super band too, of course.

[@STSGuitar16]

That solo is suuuuuuper jazzy. And to think that he literally just improvised that on the spot blows my mind man. Insane talent. I play guitar and learning that solo has been a masterclass for me in terms of how to play a soulful bluesy solo with a lot of jazz elements throughout. He studied jazz guitar for a few years with a teacher and it really shows.

[@andrewfuller62]

He can really rock too. Check out his version of Sin's A Good Man's Brother (it is insane) or any of his many War Pigs (Black Sabbath) covers.

[@tommy8087]

Every musician in this video is incredible. Listened 20+ times and still find it hard to take in all the musical aspects, it’s a shame most don’t see that deep into it in the mainstream market! Amazing stuff.

[@humboldtharry4248]

In a selfish way I want them to continue playing small venues. Stadium shows with them would be a shame.

[@o-redbeard-o1036]

Whoever decided there should be a bud light ad right before the guitar solo deserves at least weekends at the county jail smh

[@binola]

For at least THE first 10 years

[@andrewhuff9294]

See shit like that is why KZbin Premium is the way to go, no ads whatsoever

[@butchcassidy3373]

I just back it up and listen to it again commercial free. They ain't taking my joy.

[@o-redbeard-o1036]

@@butchcassidy3373 fair but my point still stands. #LockHimUp

[@brianbytheocean]

AdBlock my dudes

[@oP-bh9tg]

I love how all of these band members still play with him today. Rare to see groups stick together like this . Legends. Helped me get through times

[@theastraykhan]

I have a feeling he’s going to end up as one of the greats.

[@brendanmcg8566]

So this is where all of the damn soul went!

[@alexhebert7730]

Holy fuck. Rita is not coming back.

[@jwcross6110]

Fuck Rita. He can do better

[@mrbraindead12]

The song is actually about the character Rita from Dexter.

[@FlyingPeluche]

I think you misunderstood his statement, the name Rita comes from the character Dexter, the lyrics were previously written

[@bradduran7751]

That bitch better think again!!!

[@joefelice5062]

I just did both

[@anthonyperez685]

If I were to ever start a band, this is exactly what I would want it to sound like. This group is absolutely talented.

[@philipj.brogan5386]

1000% agree

[@codychase1863]

holy moly, i love this song and Im about to watch that solo like 10 times

[@dyashwanthv]

I cant wait for this pandemic to be over and see these kids live in a concert. (Marcus rocking a Muddy Waters tee. Respect.)

[@DadDrummer75]

This is one of the most phenomenal and refreshing combinations of music. I just heard this band for the first time and I love them.

[@Jerrymc1975]

If you haven’t, listen to Tedeschi and Trucks. They’re also amazing.

[@bbeach117]

When you're a bluesman you get to wear funny hats. That's why I'm practicing to be the next blues master.

[@ChunsBuns]

Theres so much genuine soul in this whole band

[@kathrynfarrow1]

I'm new to the party but while doing a walkthrough for clients in new construction the electricians were jamming to Marcus...I became an instant fan...kid is talented...!!!

[@Chiados]

Dear God. That mans voice is drenched in soul. Wonderful.

[@lisasmit1856]

HIS VOICE IS SICK!! Omygod love it

[@ericcrow2015]

honey lungs

[@RM-gm7lu]

Ha haa! yup

[@storytellermusic9371]

I am almost 70, and Gregg Allman has always been my guy. God bless him. How lucky I am to find the Marcus King band. I love them all. They would do an amazing cover of Statesboro Blues.

[@johnl6758]

Wow! His influences are so apparent yet he sounds completely original. This is great all around

[@MacSvensson]

One of those nights were I dive down the YT musical rabbit hole and discover oa. Billy Strings and Marcus King. Live doesn't get any better than this! This is absolute world-class!

[@2kanchoo]

This is by far and away the best sounding live version of this song and in my opinion more soulful and better sounding than the album version too!

[@starclawsgaming]

The trumpet and sax in this song and the chill of it has got to be my favorite song from these guys.

[@dennydritic2628]

I'm not sure I can think of a voice and guitar playing combo as excellent as young Marcus King.

[@gavinsomerville7690]

That’s it fellas. That’s all you get. Don’t expect anyone like that to come around for another 50 years. I don’t care what you say, who you are, you can’t touch this guy right now. As far as I’m concerned he’s on top.

[@user-bu4ns8ps4p]

17 year old Grace Bowers…look her up. Incredibly talented at her age

[@bomberdog6638]

Swear ta fo GOD!! this kid is channeling a 40 yr. old black man !! Love the sound , and you'll be hearing more from these fellas!! This is what i call blue jazz and it is off the frikn hook !!!

[@humane143imperfection6]

This is the sweetest thing I've heard in a long long time 😎

[@StephanieRolfer]

You guys are legit ! Unfortunately, my sister died and then I heard this song. It eased the pain. God Bless Yall! Thank you!

[@AssBagComedy]

Whoever recorded and mixed the audio in this video should do your next album. Beautifully done. Incredible song.

[@hddbug]

AssBagComedy great sound in such a small space

[@JohnnyBoyBlues]

I would point exactly that. The mixing is perfect! You can hear everything so well and defined.

[@itsphe]

As an audio engineer, I agree with this comment

[@itsphe]

Simple setup but it has a bold and poignant sound

[@Fex.]

As an audio engineer / producer / composer - I also agree. This is studio quality recording.

[@mindfulskills]

WOW!!!! F'n A, man! I love you guys! My new favorite band. You bring it all - I hear echoes of Steely Dan, Van Morrison, SRV, and the greatest soul acts of the past, but updated and totally original for the modern age. I know this clip is almost 6 years old, but your life is about to change. Today, you're on the front page of the NY Times, and a million people who didn't know about you yesterday know about you now. Congratulations!

[@ddesign63]

This almost brings tears to my eyes. This is that Blue Eyed Soul that I grew up with in the 70's. Didn't think I'd ever see this kind again. Soul from the heart that he was evidently born with. You don't just learn this. This Dude gets a Ghetto Pass, fa Sho!

[@robertmcanarney7589]

Did someone say... HEADLINER! THESE GUYS ARE GREAT!

[@GuitarExpress]

There is still hope folks

[@destroyer102794]

This was a randomly suggested video.... I wasn't ready for all that talent lol

[@caseybrzostowski8332]

Welcome to Superstar Marcus King. This dude is magic for the soul. Changed my life. I am obsessed

[@destroyer102794]

@@caseybrzostowski8332 Honestly! My comments a few years old now, but for anyone who hasn't yet he's even better live! Hands down one of the best live shows I've been to!

[@caseybrzostowski8332]

@@destroyer102794 I noticed how old it was after I I posted it. Derp. What ride discovering Marcus King. Finally saw him couple months ago. He opened for Zac brown here in Syracuse NY and it was amazing. Cheers my brother

[@destroyer102794]

@@caseybrzostowski8332 It's all good haha. And man what a show that must've been! I used to live in Buffalo, what are the chances 😂

[@joseiraheta5622]

That solo just makes me want to cry

[@mortwally4053]

I'm 64 years old and you guys knocked it out of the park I love the sound I love the music i'm a fan thank you you have a unique style keep up the good work

[@twincam825]

Wow what a band and vocals are killer along with the guitar playing this is the best band to come out in many years.

[@JamintheVan]

They are the best! Glad you liked them

[@18thandMission]

Never thought anyone could touch Derek Trucks....this dude is touching him and then some!

[@401Blues]

Obviously Derek and Susan also think the same...

[@18thandMission]

@@401Blues For sure, talent knows talent when they see it, It's all music and all family

[@dylanmccaskill643]

Holy Sh*t…🫨🫨❤️🤟😌✌️ One of the best songs I’ve heard in my lifetime…Thank you for this gang. LONG LIVE THE MARCUS KING BAND!!!! ❤️🙏

[@dallasmitchell6999]

That guitar solo is sizzling man! Marcus my man🤘🏽

[@taylorcampbell1815]

Marcus's solos and licks have the most perfect fusion of jazz and blues that I have ever seen. It is completely seamless and jaw dropping. Such an amazing guitarist, and an incredible band in general. I want to see them live SOOOOO badly!!

[@Aquapon67]

my x-wife is Rita...and I'm glad she's gone.

[@chckmrsh]

Thank God & greyhound she's gone,hahaha!!! I got one named Kitty & I ain't seen or heard from her in 26 years.She walked out on me & 3 kids chasin the dope man.Three years later a beautiful red head adopted my 3 kids when she only had one boy 16 so her child raisin days was about over.Mine were 4,6 & 9 when the ex left.She's an amazing woman!!!

[@mannyhoward6207]

When it's all about the music... this is what you get. Sublime.

[@villainstudio.6572]

That mixed jazz n blues licks... im blown away.

[@mcren6781]

Villain Studio. Thought I heard some sexy dorian in there

[@snarphalisous]

been listening to every thing I can find on the net by Marcus King and I can safely say there is not a bad note or negative energy in any of it almost makes me feel like a kid again

[@JamesDGardner]

Stephen Rosin well said

[@ivanholdenmusic9539]

i am obsessed with this guys music at the moment. this solo is just mind-blowing. and imagine if he used his pinky too!!! but the star of the show is whoever did the live mix. the sound is just absolute perfection and hats off to the jam in the van mixing guy. its top notch...... the new album El dorado is sublime.........

[@woopchicken8371]

I guess there is great "new" music after all. Bravo fellas! My ears thank you

[@Linox82]

This young man give me hope, real artist making real music still exist ! Thank you Marcus !

[@jackiestringfellow805]

NO WORDS!!!! 💗💗💗 AMAZING, SOULFUL, BRILLIANT. I AM IN ABSOLUTE ADORATION.

[@Heffsta02]

I can't get over how good this is, band is immaculate, audio mix is perfect....and that soulful AF singing then BAM that face melting guitar solo was incredible.

[@robertknox9579]

Like the 50th time listening to this..dang, so good. Can't turn on any more of my friends. None left.

[@grin64]

I've never cared for brass in a band other then jazz. But here it's so smooth. I like it.

[@rangeofmotion5993]

Wow! Not only is his rhythm guitar impeccable, but he can solo with so much feel! Great performance.

[@TheDivineHysteria]

Thank you MKB, & thank you God for that amazing guitar solo .... glad I could revisit this video

[@rexvisitor44]

Fast becoming my favorite living musician. Just great, soulful.

[@fall3n245]

This dude was made to sing.. his voice is on another level most music doesn’t reach

[@nrn21]

Single handedly disproving the theory that gingers have no soul

[@davidmelo1111]

Noah Nichols Ed Sheeran

[@siscoismyhomey]

Ed Sheeran has no soul

[@cgavin1]

Gingers don't need souls they quite clearly steal everyone else's.

[@strongstrummin4078]

Noah Nichols Marcus doesn't have red hair it just looks like it in this video lol

[@elnegromatapacos162]

He sold his soul to the devil in exchange for that smooth, smooth voice.

[@nealshirley1205]

First heard these guys opening for Govt. Mule a few years ago. Glad I showed up early. His voice hit me like a slap in the face. Wow! Big fan ever since.

[@ralphmunn1685]

Amazing that such a versatile, virtuoso guitar player is also the best new soul singer of his generation!

[@Techsus1]

Listening to this for probably the 1,000th time.... and it STILL brings a smile to my face. Every. Single. Time.

[@djangolove4643]

Just saw Marcus Live and he's the Real Deal ~ Unforgettable

[@mauja9253]

WOW!!! NEVER HEARD THESE CATS BUT I DO KNOW!!! NICE JAM BOYS!!!

[@deepsnowgoodtimes]

Love how much everybody is flippin' out about MKB. Thanks Jam in the Van for spreading the love! The best thing out of SC for sure! GO SEE THEM LIVE RIGHT NOW!

[@jayjackson9369]

Amazing song. This is one of my new favorite bands. The mixing on this video is also incredible.

[@clifflef]

The Blues is alive and well thanks, in part, to this Greenville, SC band.

[@lemmelone8846]

07:11 Everyone in the jam is feelin it... Those looks are what you see when musicians are in "THE ZONE". Awesome...

[@PodCookie]

Thank you! First true Blues music from the next generation. This band puts acts like Joe Bonamassa in the trash can. 😎🎸👍🎶

[@jlane3118]

They make it sound great. This kid is a future Grammy winner.

[@myfavmuzic]

This is the Marcus King sound that I fell in love with. He's so good live it's insane XOXOX

[@Mr_AgentSnake]

This kid blew up my mind with his voice and melted my face with his guitar skills.

[@marekjelo7650]

Love bands that work with their potential...just love them.

[@varun2262]

That guy playing trumpet with tambourine is just phenomenal....I mean just look at the dexterity...too good.

[@mcc3374]

I love how the recording fidelity is better than any basement recording I've ever heard. The sound you guys get in this van is incredible! LoL.

[@brettd530]

it's great to see that there are still true musicians out there. these guys are amazing!

[@dougcouvillon8980]

Wow...love that southern blues and jazz sound!! He is an old soul and has a hell of a career ahead of him. Just scored tickets for his show at the Filmore Detroit in Oct/22 God Willing!!! Can't Wait!!

[@pottery2790]

This cat has got it all!! The blues are in good hands with this kid!!

[@kennethschulte8099]

INCREDIBLE VOCALIST! LOVE THE ENTIRE PACKAGE...VERY JAZZY AND BLUESY...

[@bierhausurban1195]

👍

[@MrsBethany1107]

holy shit. wtf is this. thank you KZbin

[@JamintheVan]

MrsBethany1107 you are welcome

[@fenderjazz6213]

Jam In The Van I am Subscriber to Norms rare guitar site, and I just saw this young man today , in a one year old vid there. Your site just showed up a couple minutes ago, with his band and I am damn glad it did. This guy is incredible for a 20 year old. Needless to say, I have watched a couple more bands on your site , and am quite impressed. So I had to subscribe, thank you

[@follybeachusa]

I tried to get Eddie's daughter to book him at the Troubadour but they didn't know enough. Help me out, man!

[@pkdixon]

Omg. When i heard this song I fell i. Love. Awesome guitar work.beautiful red hair man you go! Your voice is un believeable. Gorgeous!

[@ldubski]

I have seen Marcus King live...and I am truly grateful that I have finally seen a legend....I would have seen SRV, Hendrix, Duane....if I could have, this kid is dynamite!! I was in awe of his live performance

[@user-wj7pt1th3b]

this guy is the future in THIS generation mark my word

[@1998644]

no, he wont be, this generation likes crappy music

[@PigCrafted23]

David Chavez this guy would have been huge in another generation

[@1998644]

The only way to make it with this generation is to play the crappy music that they want to listen to, then once your big enough play whatever type of music you want.

[@AndrewWaite]

yo im in this generation and i think this is killer. granted im a jazz kid, funk lover and ska devotee

[@adamkadmonmusick]

the greatest...

[@justaman-km1hl]

so refreshing to see/hear musicality and real musicianship. I hope I get a chance to see a show.

[@uthamanco]

I caught a live show and "I was changed"...top3 best live show experience if my life out of dozens. It was magical...just a slice of music heaven. This guy was born for this. Such a joy to experience his gift.