Tuba Skinny - "Big Boat" 5/13/18 @Jazzbattaklang in Dendermonde, Belgium

[@654Geoff]

They have ordinary clothing, perform in public places, sit on assorted chairs are totally unpretentious but play their instruments and sing as true professionals. Just remarkable.! 🎺🎼

[@kevin3473]

I wish I could understand what she was singing !

[@petermueller7870]

@@kevin3473 Mississippi river Is so long, deep and wide I wonna see my baby Standin' on that other side I cried an I called I could not make my baby hear Lord, I'm 'on get me a boat, woman Paddle on away from here Ain't it hard to love someone When they are so far from you Lord, I'm on' get me a boat and Paddle this old river blue I went down to the landing To see if any boats were there And the fareman told me Could not find the boats nowhere The big boat ease up the river Are turnin' 'round an 'round Lord, I'm 'on get me a good girl Or jump overboard an drown

[@peterknight2860]

Geoff - unpretentious is what they are, normal common people, just what the world needs right now

[@samtapia5616]

Pure raw unadulterated talent in the business of keeping us smiling and delighting us blues folk uber happy

[@henryseidel5469]

No show effects, no flashlights, no cosmetics, no gesticulating entertainers, no messing showmasters - simply talent and great music. APPLAUSE AND COMPLIMENTS !!

[@ktoner2592]

I give credit to the whole band. They are great!🤩🤩🤩

[@emiliolopezify]

They are the best

[@paxwallacejazz]

I'm a 60 yr old modern jazz pianist and these guys are great fun bringing history to life reminding us of our roots.

[@robertshoesmith5074]

I've never been a fan of this type of music but the talent and musical ability of all members with no electronics or other embellishments have reached out and grabbed me at 76. Wonderful.

[@mackpainter7445]

Never liked NO jazz before now

[@GrowthCurveMarketing]

Erika Lewis is a musical TREASURE. This entire band has revived the origins of American Jazz more than almost any other group.

[@edotoole]

She has a unique voice along with an amazing delivery. She is special.

[@jamesbaker7780]

You are calling it 100% correct in my opinion. Doesn't matter who Shaye lets play the band is always tight and enjoyable. This music is more American than either Country or Rock and Roll truth be known.

[@henryseidel5469]

@@jamesbaker7780 That is the America as it is loved around the world - genuine and original. Greetings and big applause from Europe.

[@TheGr8fuljoe]

That young woman’s voice is so freakin good. The clarinet, trombone and washboard took nice solos too. Some of the best “good time quarantine” music going.

[@trussell8510]

So tight and loose at the same time. Perfect little orchestra and wonderful music selection.

[@davidwassall4757]

After the washboard solo which is great - the band burst into a crescendo , I love it .

[@harlanroeser7546]

I have tears because u all play music from the past, the present, the heart & the soul. I have listened to ur supreme music for about a year & listen so much I never applaud very often the greatness u possess. I have albums & songs on my ipod & cannot get thru a week without listening to "TUBA Skinny" You all are great & 1 of these days, I must c u all in person to express my absolute joy in ur music. Stay together, keep playing & realize that u hold clouds of music in ur soft & musical hands! U R the BEST!

[@cmcdonald5710]

🙂👍

[@BorislavIordanov]

Music that takes you to another world. A singer with such a subtle yet intense charm, voice and presence.

[@TERRYBIGGENDEN]

This is a sensational band. And she is the best singer in this style ever. :-)

[@darrill2404]

I can die in peace, I've heard the most beautiful sounds

[@roccalumera1294]

Love Erica's voice, Tuba Skinny is terrific.

[@zenpharaohs]

On so many of these videos she cannot be adequately heard. It's nice to get her higher in the mix for a change.

[@willboyd4607]

Agreed. Also like the washboard guy.

[@glynluff2595]

I think the joy of listening to them is the way they throw the tune from one to another always finding a little extra something in so doing. Nothing appears formulated which is usually the sign of much hard work and development out of the public gaze. To be sure their expertise does not just happen it is the progressive development of consummate musicians and we have the delight of being their audience. Thank you Tuba Skinny from fans across the globe.

[@dsusilo8605]

I'm love music very much. I can play gitar, keyboard/piano and gamelan Javanese. Now teach gamelan Javanese in Malang, East Jawa, Indonesia. I want to know(berkenalan) with musician from out Indonesia, because I have some songs(ex: Dangdut Jawa and notation). I can't produce it because very difficult to find musician that understand about .ideal. Can you help me???

[@jiveturkey9993]

I just stumbled across these guys clicking around. They're pretty damn good.

[@johnmiller1179]

Understatement?

[@tat2dluvboy]

These folks are theeeeee BEST!!! I could listen to them all day and in fact, I often do. 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@pearlcaster8287]

I love this band. I'm 74 yrs old and have been a Dixieland fan since gradeschool band. It's FABULOUS to find these practioners...only regret they weren't around when I was in my 20s!!!

[@alfching2499]

These are Marvellous ,but there was a few good ones around in our time im 72

[@allenfriedman2441]

don't worry, you're young

[@JiveDadson]

@@allenfriedman2441 If you think 72 is young, I'm guessing you're not 72. I am. Being 72 feels like being 25 after a fight.

[@gordonbailey3660]

The great thing is they make it look so easy! That's talent!

[@philglover2973]

Wow that's awesome thanks if they we're in England they would be a national treasure 🇬🇧🕊️🇺🇸

[@rednedbj]

Liked Dixieland before, Love it now that I know Tuba Skinny ...

[@dominiquedourneau7425]

These guys are a gem...

[@mariequinn4225]

Just discovered tuba skinny absolutely brilliant

[@feliperosa6732]

Be prepared for a long stay. They are incredible, and even better live.

[@ВикторГоловенько]

Приезжайте к нам в Хакасию 😂 Это направо от Москвы, не доезжая до Аляски 😂 В Абакане играют джаз в ирландском пабе " Лимерик"🎉

[@miksyezpatelik]

I LOVE THESE GUYS !!!!!!!! from a musician in England !!

[@SeanMacOirc]

Erika, Shaye and Greg superb as always! Big Boat real jazz number and performed to perfection!

[@yccmzimmy]

I love you all for the great music you are playing! Shaye you are incredible, it feels like everything is in your mind!

[@jamessnell6176]

Erika & Shaye....💕💞💕...........But, as for "Tuba Skinny," they are an American Icon! You don't make music better than this! 👍

[@danieldonohue3162]

I've never been fond of this music genre, but always found it 'toe tapping, hip swaying" music. The band is excellent. Shaye is a good leader with her nods, toucing her head and other signals, And Erika's voice is perfect for this. Thanks to Kassiniru for the video, well done.

[@kenmurray8476]

I think I used to like it by others in similar ways, but when I heard them in person, and even more on CD, I was astonished to hear that they were doing something much more complex. I could hear the pattern laid down by the melodyist, with the gaps they leave, and that the backing jump in and out to fill, without tripping on the song. Done poorly by lesser musicians, it turns into jumbled up mush. But these guys don't step on each other. You lose some things in these videos, such as this one, the Tuba solo just isn't heard.

[@stevem-h5e]

Yes. I always tap my toes and sway my hips to music I don't like.

[@Sebb88888]

good erika.. good banyo and guitars, clarinet, tuba, trombon, and beatifull Saye, saludos al ritmo, la batea..saludos desde Chile--

[@jaimego]

Simply the best ever = emotions mixed with music = so wonderful

[@ronaldhuff635]

missed this beautiful young lady, GOOD TO SEE YOU AGAIN ERICA, wish you well with your family, was heartbroken to see you gone for those years, do not know if you are back permanently, and you may, or may not be--- however, you go a long way to make that little band what it is,, GREAT!!!! wish you all well

[@mikemerkweki727]

One of my favorite bands I hope to see live someday!!🎶

[@dwaynebrue7651]

Erika and Shaye❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Sebb88888]

goood y do, they are woderfull.

[@Sebb88888]

totalmente de acuerdo.. viva TUBASKINNY forever...

[@bellmandk]

What a voice she have, it burns through everything. Love it badly, of course a great band too. Wow to all

[@karlchristianhansen2540]

One of the very best Tuba-concerts, so good!!!

[@dannyc.jewell8788]

I like the interaction between band members

[@jamessullivan3053]

Love Todd with his fill-ins on Tuba...he blowin' throughout

[@andyhutch8262]

What a singer, am in love....again haha

[@ericstandefer9138]

I had to go back and watch that washboard solo a second time!

[@JEANSDEMARCO]

My favorite band for this type of music without a doubt!!

[@richardking7173]

Driving rhythm + melancholy voice. Love it

[@michaelbrown4723]

The best in the world

[@michaelbrown4723]

Please play in London -please

[@noelconroy3647]

Awesome Eric's thanks beautiful vocals 🌹 and musicians thumbs yup 🍀

[@Frankhaghi]

It is not often that one can come across this kind of beautiful music played by a group of talented musicians, everyone of them. But the washboard guy is something else! ("Passport not washboard"...ala Harpo)

[@alfching2499]

You’d only give this fine Band a Respectful Comment,They Are Fabulous and I Love em

[@ernestofloresgonzalez5668]

Erika..tu voz arrulla mi corazón y tus ojos hermosos mi inspiración..

[@terencebennison6275]

Erica and the band brighten up these dismal covid days. I'm watching and listening to these recordings whilst stuck Indoors ( in isolated lockdown), this is the best medicine ever! Stay safe y'all!

[@BazColne]

Amazing.

[@softfarr]

Simply, they are great... All of them. Since I heard this music from their unique sound, I got hooked!!! Congratulations. And thanks for your big work. It’s a pleasure to hear that music played for the band and sung by Erika. She is great!!!

[@PopsCoffee]

This eight-bar song is 'Mississippi River Blues', composed and recorded by Big Bill Broonzy in 1934: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eabLamiXi6tsaJI The identical song was later recorded as 'Big Boat' by Washboard Sam. Big Bill played it in the key of G, whereas Erika prefers E flat and takes it (with the strings playing eight to the bar) slightly more briskly than Bill does.

[@bernardballbag]

Pure class !!!!!😎😎😎😎

[@JoanKentBible]

Always a joy to watch and listen to. These great musicians have such a wonderful gift.

[@posthanssnoek]

Oh, what great music, beautiful.

[@sirwoofsalot]

As always and excellent performance by a fast advancing little group! Excellent!!

[@rahulkhanna3723]

Love that girl's singing Ummmahhh!

[@Sebb88888]

beatifull song, beatifull Shaye, beatifull Erika, fantastic the New Orleans band, TUBA SKINYY

[@johnchoquette5695]

LOVE these people ! Music with a BEAT ! And - and - and - Erika is LOVELY to behold ! :)

[@stewartpetersen3457]

Entertainment at its best.So much talent.Forget rap and rock.This is real music. Classics performed to perfection.

[@jamesconnor4686]

Love you guys, so carefree. May God bless you 🙏😉

[@dufus2273]

dam, that's some real Dixieland right there. great job. on of my fav groups. looking good Erika.

[@ericpisson2911]

Always good

[@helenlizzystewart4908]

Good to hear her voice properly

[@gitaneVYS491R]

I've listened to quite a lot of this band's stuff on here (YT), really good.

[@todaynow1563]

They are what jazz is all about, true music.

[@ds-ll9rw]

Love the way Shaye nods in approval as Craig solos on clarinet.As leader she's in sync with every band member.She's a natural treasure!

[@yogisuperman]

Brilliant!

[@gustavomontoya3005]

Todos muy hermosos. Los amo Me han alegrado mucho

[@marcoarturo1508]

Magistral,precioso,con todo el encanto de los años treinta 👏👍

[@billslootweg8014]

I just love listening to your music. You guys are the best.

[@andremarchal358]

/Tout d'abord,on croit que c'est foutral.En réalité,c'est très étudié,très construit.Tous sont au top de leur talent.Les deux filles sont d'une surprenante séduction.C'est joyeux,primesautier,optimiste,universel.On nese lasse pas d'écouter TUBA SKINNY!

[@SeanMacOirc]

My favourite Tuba Skinny number, first class.👍❤️

[@barrysmith4094]

excellent!

[@richardmorris8874]

I these bad time of 2020 God they lift you stay safe world from England 🙏🙏🙏

[@alancoy9377]

FANTASTIC!!

[@navajovik]

What a barbie Erika Lewis is on this video, she's so beautiful!

[@captlarry-3525]

and you are such a shrimp...

[@specadmin]

I love love love this band. Thank you for filming and posting.

[@johnmeksa3090]

The banjo player finally woke up. good job ! John Meeksa

[@Tscharlie001]

Tuba Skinny i love you, thank you for that brilliant music.

[@jamesbutler2564]

Could watch them all night!!

[@ATMABRAHM]

the drum solos are great!

[@bernardososa2633]

Grandioso!!!

[@diannegooding8733]

Absolutely brilliant. Thanks

[@s444imon]

I like this music

[@chrisbarry7836]

Wonderful

[@captlarry-3525]

still trying to figure out the half of one percent who give these performances thumbs down... I understand that dixieland and obscure jug band blues are not mainstream.. or everyones cup of tea.. any more than opera or death metal are... and the the music is too intricate for some and sometimes requires a frame of reference to appreicate fully.. and some folks just don't care for an individual song.. but even given those things.. when one encounters such thorough going greatness.. it ought to ring a chime, even if you are averse to the style or content. oh well. some folks like wonderbread to the exclusion of all else. No soup for you !

[@anonymusum]

Most listeners are no musicians and can´t tell the difference between their taste and the quality of a performance. I´m not very excited about this old time jazz but I like them as they are a good band. And that´s way better than listening to a lousy band trying to play the music I like. So .....

[@hawaiianstarman]

Some people are just plain dense and blind to talent 🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️ Probably dropped on their heads a few times in the early years. 🙄

[@tbone9835]

Actually there are a lot of people out there who have no taste at all.

[@1Passingthrew1]

T Bone Scottish expression, Their taste is in their mouths..

[@jamesbaker7780]

Well said Capt Larry... Been listening to this band, in it's different forms for awhile. I have seen them twice in New Orleans once with Erika once without, I enjoyed the Erika one better but all in all a great band which I 100% credit Shaye for. I am sad that had not big business took over or radio stations this band would be at or near the top of the charts. Anyone reading this and loves this band, buy their stuff!

[@smajeklose]

So many grey haired people in the audience, but then I'm one too! what is wrong with the young of today. this group plays the most happy, genuine and uplifting music out there. My only regret is I can't see them live!

[@daanmooren1956]

My favoriete band 👍👍👍

[@robindegu7294]

I missed her voice ;_; !! Wonderful!!

[@Chan-Lin-Tao]

why do I cry?

[@boxtie]

would love to see these in U.K.

[@alad999]

excellent ! merci !

[@clarinaldomainardesbenicio8738]

Espetacular! 👍👏👏👏

[@yccmzimmy]

I love washboards, and, since I am bund at music, I really admire washboard players 'cause their ability is extremely obscure to me... is almost like being a ten hand drummer... 8-O :-}

[@jwdeboer5583]

Het is weer een stuk top werk wat jullie met elkaar neer zetten met deze muziek. Verder wens ik jullie nog een mooie muziek tijd met elkaar, en ook gezondheid. Dank hiervoor. Groet, J.W. ENKHUIZEN ( Holland ).

[@mikesolomon923]

hey 😅hello 😆& greetings 😆2020 new for me I liked it joyful tune was great camera person good thank you keep smiling with lol politely

[@user-or4xc7if6r]

Soy tu fans erika luce hermosa y cantas fenomenal saludos a toda la banda

[@sirwoofsalot]

Another good'n! As always. My favorite band of all the Nawleans buskers. And Erika has brought the special touch back. Lovely Shaye just gettin down with her bad self and all the others in step, in tune, and in time and great fashion as well. Ya'll are the best! Just wish the two ladies would smile more often! Keep up the good work!

[@tomgilsenan8934]

Love to see them come to Dublin👍

[@davidharrison3399]

Class

[@shawnsteynfeger9001]

very very cool------