Tuba Skinny ~ I Get the Blues

Tuba Skinny with Erika Lewis on vocals performing at Louisiana Busker Fest in Abita Springs, La 4.21.2013.
I Get the Blues by Bo Carter 1935
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[@lesd1923]

My 99 year old Dad found this group on KZbin about six months ago and I’ve not seen him this happy in YEARS. He played sax in three bands after retirement at 55, and finally had to give it up ten years ago because his fingers no longer worked properly. Might have been the saddest time of his life - not performing anymore. Thank you Tuba Skinny for putting a smile on my Dad’s face again! Much love from Atlanta.

[@brucesz2334]

God bless him! I am a 73 year old guitar player. The friend I used to jam with 20 years ago died and in depression I gave it up. Well he willed me his guitar and I recently got back into it. I found that my old fingers that used to work when I was younger no longer work right lol. Some practice and I am close to where I was 20 years ago. Your dad is a great man and he appreciates music. I salute him!

[@rogerhonore]

Best wishes to your father!

[@brucesz2334]

@eclemensen I'm ready! :)

[@karlhungus5554]

@Les D - If your Dad's issues with his fingers is due to joint pain/inflammation, perhaps have him look into a product called "Penetrex" that has helped a couple of people I know with various joint and muscle aches and pains. It's available on Amazon.com, Walmart, CVS, and elsewhere. Best wishes to you both.

[@youcantwinforlosing]

Love Always :)

[@jallen6874]

How do people not like this? This is so timeless and beautiful.

[@christinemosley1475]

It's GREAT!!

[@Pazair-nq6gl]

Some of this guys picks dislike because are looking for cartoons, manga or other things. Sorry, bad english

[@johnkidd797]

I really don't know how any sentient being wouldn't like this. It's impossible not to like this. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@themikeyone]

👍🇬🇧👍🇬🇧🙏

[@pavloskarageorgis424]

Gulfstream 19.28 9#10#3

[@jimmyjack5214]

Does anyone else get the urge to give Erica a hug

[@jeffreytracey]

I sure do

[@josvandencamp8441]

Absolutely yes.

[@mikenixon6654]

Oui

[@Martin-fb1df]

Erika's sensational voice gives me goose bumps every time I listen to her.

[@bobdocteurvelo7535]

mais en plus elle est taquine, et ça se voit ! j'adore !

[@alfching2499]

She happens to be on a good PA system this day,

[@ricklorion]

Same

[@mmg9675]

@@alfching2499 Sound on this is first class

[@johntatum8088]

Yes, she is awesome!

[@henryseidel5469]

This is genuine America the way it is loved and admired by the rest of the world. Compliments and applause from Europe.

[@karltaylor4455]

Thanks Europe.....Yes, this is real America. All The Best!

[@henryseidel5469]

@@karltaylor4455 Thank you. Indeed it is beautiful to listen to them. Without show effects, without flashlights, without cosmetic bags, without gesticulating - simply nice, talented people and their music. I wish I could see them some day on a stage. There are several Dixieland Festivals in Europe, but they look very commercialized. Nothing compares to Tuba Skinny. They play on a road corner with ordinary people dancing around - and they play in a concert hall. A genuine piece of American culture. Great ! All the best to you also...

[@maddierosemusic]

@@henryseidel5469 Henry - Tuba Skinny HAS gone to Europe! Look up for other links!

[@henryseidel5469]

@@maddierosemusic Thank you very much, I have already found them.

[@zaphodsrealm1549]

OMG! Erika makes me feel like I'm listening to an old 78 LP... she's phenomenal. The entire group is one of the best I've ever heard. Just awesome!

[@1959ticktock]

So, late at night, before I go to bed, a little viewing of Tuba Skinny always makes the world a better place, makes me smile. Who said the blues was a sad affair?

[@MrJackzippy]

Can’t stop listening to TUBA SKINNY

[@davidwassall4757]

I only came across Tuba Skinny 6 months ago now I cannot go a day without listening to them , cheers from Devon , England .

[@pauldouglas3576]

Totally agree, real feel good music

[@philcool168]

Loving them here in Cornwall too, Erikas voice is great, and love the band. Some of the best music is to be found on You Tube, another recent find is Mean Mary James, another talented, singer songwriting individual

[@barr474]

Yes indeed, New to me 3 months ago, now can't get thro day without listening to this perfection

[@pauldjerassi620]

OH MAN IT DOESN'T GET ANY BETTER THAN THIS DOES IT.

[@imakeitwhynot]

I love how she doesn't have to force her voice, it's just comes out so natural and like a record. Quite impressive.

[@geezenslaw]

Yes, Big Easy 100% NOLA

[@maddierosemusic]

and like a record - pretty cool. A girl from Minnesota etc. could not sing it this way. Super cool.

[@allanf9355]

Quite? QUITE?? Are you for real???

[@ivanhajncl8833]

@@geezenslaw except of course that she comes from New York, no?

[@augydoggy71]

It’s just trait up her voice. It’s incredible. Nothing to make it otherwise. True talent.

[@allanf9355]

Isn't she something else!!!! Unique voice and delivery, so often just behind the beat or dragging a note out fractionally. And yes, it's love for real!! xxx

[@alfching2499]

If You Think Shes Good ( Which She is ) Listen to Chris Barber and Ottilee Paterson From Way Back

[@allanf9355]

@@alfching2499 Barber was pretty average. But Ottilie P was an amazing voice. Her version of "Poor Man's Blues" breaks my heart still. The last chorus of her "Jailhouse Blues" still makes the hairs on the back of my neck rise with fear. On her American tour an old black woman asked her "How come a little white gal like you sing the blues just like us?" There can be no finer compliment.

[@AaronHahnStudios]

Over 3 million views now... wow. so I am not alone in coming back to this.?

[@Bob61944]

Might be I’m responsible for a lot of them.

[@AaronHahnStudios]

@@Bob61944 Not possible, googles algorithms notes the IP address/account and only counts as one view regardless of how many times you watch it. Though it does help the uploader as it does count duration of time watched in meeting the monitized minimum qualifications.

[@ronaldmills3247]

Since I found Tuba Skinny on the internet, never a day goes by without me listening to them. Wonderful.

[@martindizoniii2230]

Word.

[@ot6552]

Me too !!!!!!! Wawwwww!!!!!!!🤗

[@fernacticus]

Yes yes yes yess. Did I say yes at all?

[@lemmob2935]

me too,

[@shelleyboyd2491]

Same here bro!

[@user-bo8eq7ki5w]

This is not a modern imitation of the old Blues. This is 100% hit in style, reliability (etc etc). I believe it ! Charming, authentic. Like the twenties. Cultural continuity. I would call their work a Museum business ! Close your eyes, add noise, crackling old records and voila ! That's it ! (Oh Yes ! I forgot to add the old outfits and cars) You do an amazing job, thank you guys ! *FASCINATED :)))*

[@denisecabral8199]

As a female vocalist myself I've covered just about every style of music, including Blues and Swing Jazz. I can honestly say, without a doubt, that Erika & the Tuba Skinny musicians are the absolute BEST representation of an era of music that's never "covered" correctly nor authentically. I'm so happy they don't augment their sound via modern technology, other than an occasional PA system, bcuz they're ALL truly special and her vocals are flawless!

[@maddierosemusic]

LOVE it Denise - I appreciate Authenticity!!!

[@geezenslaw]

100% NOLA. Gripping to the point I had to stop watching. Killer emotions. Nuffsed

[@allanf9355]

This is the music I'd listen to at my (English) father's knee back on the 50s, on his shellac 78s - Mugsy Spanier keep coming to mind when I listen to Shaye on cornet, but the way Erika sings reminds me so much of the style of Billie, lagging behind the beat, and with real feeling in her voice. Finding Tuba Skinny's like I've been reborn musically!

[@J.M.Stigner]

Hi Denise, how would you describe this Blues in detail, ie. is it rag time, 8 bar? It sounds like a similar structure to Dylan's 'Don't think Twice Its Alright' - I'm not equipped with the knowledge to understand how you'd categorise this song structure and wondered if you could help? cheers

[@howiesmith1504]

@@J.M.Stigner It's a bluesy tune in the form of a typical 32 bar pop song with an A-A-B-A structure (two choruses, a bridge strain and another chorus...8 bars each), one of the commonest Tin Pan Alley frameworks. And you're right, it does have some similarity to "Don't Think Twice, It's Alright," but Mississippi bluesman Bo Carter's 1935 original record predated Dylan's early '60s tune by almost three decades. .

[@ruzenakoskova5712]

Erika has a beautiful voice. As I listen to this music, I return to my youth in thought. We always dance like this when we are young. I've been a fan of this group for a couple of years and I still like it. I am women 72 years from the Czech Republic, so excuse my English. Thank you very much for having Erika here and singing for us.

[@papagarth]

Your English is correct, though a bit poetic in the second sentence.

[@eddiesampson2177]

Erika is absolutely amazing, her vocal abilities are quite unique. The band is top notch as well. My favorites.

[@timsuthern4580]

Without the internet people might never see talent like this. Great band.

[@stuffnuns]

Tuba Skinny is First Class. Mmmm, soooo good. How can this not make you feel Good? Yassir’am!

[@HazmatSuitUp]

Wow, her voice sounds exactly like it's off an old vinyl. Heard these guys on the radio today. So glad there's still interest in this kind of music.

[@cecedell7889]

Sounds like Billie H

[@cmans79tr7]

@@cecedell7889 - Billie Holiday. Just what i was thinking.

[@carpenterfamily6198]

Yes, she is amazing !

[@ivanhajncl8833]

@@cecedell7889 Widen your listening and you will realize that she is close to Billie Holliday only in the alphabet, and even there, they're not sisters

[@ivanhajncl8833]

@@cmans79tr7 Widen your listening and you will realize that she is close to Billie Holliday only in the alphabet, and even there, they're not sisters

[@jedharper5858]

this woman is something else, voice straight of an old timey record, in awe, in love

[@christopherfattibene7296]

Her voice is excellent!

[@navymusician822]

@@christopherfattibene7296 and her FACE would stop a clock LOL

[@mailmanjim57]

@@navymusician822 there's no reason to be mean.

[@californiancondor6860]

@@navymusician822 Your a nasty twat !

[@cottonpatch2000]

I saw her first

[@danielemanzella]

Erika is quite something ... This is one of her best performances. She is deep and joyful at the same time.

[@richardcaird8792]

Well another year gone bye and I`m still watching her .......

[@MsNickie1001]

Erika doesn’t sound like all those young girls today who think that same breathy voice that they use is so cool,, it’s not. She’s refreshing.

[@travismason3264]

She’s deep in her own lane and approaches the style from a genuine place. This is one of those genres you just can’t fake it through, she’s the real thing.

[@user-eh3sr3ww9c]

Да ,так называемые современные исполнители - они не поют своим голосом,они или кричат,или разевают свой рот под студийную запись

[@gregoryhussey6477]

I ove Erika's understated, effortless laid back brilliance - thats a rare talent

[@susandhifaoui]

so perfectly sums up her voice/style. wonderful and refreshing, isn't it.

[@mikeos1]

Perfect pitch, perfect phrasing. She knows just how to place the words for maximum impact. Magic.

[@hendrikvogel3019]

REAL music. Love from Cape Town, South Africa.

[@PLA5207]

Erika has that old home grown blues voice. Feel I'm listening to an old phonograph vinyl indeed.

[@julies1ify]

Exactly !

[@snurkergerm6168]

Her voice just need a few crackly noises

[@Gieszkanne]

@@snurkergerm6168 Yes is to soft and mellow

[@davidobrien2739]

More like a shellac-made 78. Vinyl records didn't come along until the early 1950's.

[@lydialily846]

Philip that’s an absolute perfect description of this beautiful lady singing here .

[@gunlokman]

These guys - all of them - are so professional. The seemingly ad-hoc but extremely professional arrangements, Erika's fabulous voice and sheer quality and mixing of the music is fantastic. So glad I found you guys.

[@bartdrennon1764]

They are all the cream of the crop musically. The tuba player especially turns it out on this performance. And Erika is a true gem.

[@richardorchard5197]

A smile from Erika will break your heart.

[@drjojo5551]

Bub….let me tell you….a broken heart I could bear…it’s the wet dreams that can become a drag!

[@karel1948]

hope that Tuba Skinny will come to the Netherlands for sure

[@sordini66]

Can't believe what I am hearing. These people are sensational and Erika's voice is really something else. I am hooked

[@David-sd9wl]

This has been in my recommendations for months and I ignored it.Now I can’t stop watching .

[@1946nimrod]

Welcome to the club!

[@allandavis6116]

Tuba Skinny is the closest thing to a trip to New Orleans you can do without leaving your house.

[@gladysrodriguez5498]

Right!

[@stevemike1984]

Fuckin a

[@williamsantangelo]

Yes indeed and you'll never hear a bad tune either!!! One can see why so many people Love the Tuba Skinny!!!

[@davidmatthews3131]

Wait...what?! I'm not in New Orleans ?

[@thefreese1]

Except with Tuba Skinny you get some roaring 20s mixed in..

[@elizabethlinsay9193]

My blues went out the window listening to her singin'!

[@terryandrews7271]

I'm 70 years old I'm an old rocker, But I like music Period. I just ran across you guys a couple of days ago this is a fantastic gift, Thank you and please keep it up.❤❤❤

[@catherinekauffman8224]

This band is the greatest, as is their music. It takes us back to better times. Thanks Erika.

[@ksamwilson]

These musicians are the best thing I’ve heard in years. Restored my faith in Americans and their culture.

[@maddierosemusic]

Careful, Now! :)

[@colinbundred2412]

Probably the best the best recording to showcase Erika’s unique voice, and an all round excellent performance by this wonderful band.

[@drchapman6501]

I agree with previous comment. This is not a modern day rendition of an old song. This is authentic. This takes me back to...oh, about 1928. Thank you, tuba skinny.

[@franksolis8660]

I love the Blues...and I’m a Hispanic!! Love this Music keep marching on!!

[@valentuss]

Erika Lewis - you are Amazing!

[@sockhawk4675]

Erika is awesome! Love this band! I have all of their stuff!

[@jaimego]

Louisiana Beauty comes out in Erika's voice and Shaye's cornet sound - oh my oh my

[@Koroschinski]

Dear Erika. May God protect you from the final CORONA-countdown. Loving regards and best wishes from Hamburg / Germany

[@lydialily846]

U can’t teach what she’s got ... This is special ., NOT forgetting the fabulous musicians also .. all n all just brilliant...

[@vincentdesiano4861]

What a great and soulful singer! And an equally great band! Only people who truly love what they do can put forth such an authentic original early jazz sound!

[@johndidwhat9464]

Listening to Tuba Skinny always puts me in a good mood 😁

[@glennwalewangko480]

Food for my soul - thanks

[@tpobrienjr]

This is the first I've heard from Tuba Skinny. I'll be back for more.

[@decwin12]

Absolutely bloody BRILLIANT!!!

[@petemarsh7320]

Jazz as originally created, what a privilege to be able listen to this incredible number.

[@SPennell]

One of Erica's best! Long live Tuba Skinny.

[@waynegoebel395]

I have a friend whose collection of this era of music is quite extensive, or was, as he sold/donated much of it to the National Archives. What he does still retain he often features when he substitute DJ's on the local public radio station here in Pittsburgh. I say all that to say, I appreciate this bands authenticity to the style of that era and how it reproduces the feel and authentic sound. Those old recordings, although valuable for historical reasons, lack the clarity and true beauty of the genre because the technology was primitive (not a condemnation, just the facts) and the medium, through age, has obviously deteriorated. Some would say, that is part of its charm. But this band in particular, makes it like going back in time and experiencing this musical era live and in person. I was touched by these folk's hearts that's obvious in their performance and found myself binge watching all them. That era was definitely "...the best and worst of times'''". Peace!

[@twistcut]

Don't know why but I really like this number. keep coming back and listening to it again and again.

[@robleary3353]

What I love about this emsemble is as soon as they start playing, your fingers and/toes are tapping along!. BRIL!.....

[@brianwalker7323]

This is the one that hooked me. (Originally)

[@az_exit1279]

Music such as this, reminds me that life is a party.

[@RiffRock51]

How could anyone dislike this?

[@jimmymcc1941]

I love it!

[@estherdejong6500]

John Noonan I believe because they ain’t able to recognize real And pure music anymore

[@luizneves9726]

Deve ser algum louco que não gosta do que é bom. Like Like Like thousand Likes

[@rperez3883]

That's easy. Because they are an asshole with no taste in music.

[@lousiannegirlatheart]

That is exactly what I was going to say! wonderful!

[@lumpcrabbarnacle3382]

Hi there! Love you all . I’m 75 was born in Texas my dad worked at KPRC in the 40’s and 50’s he used to bring me the old promo records and I listen for hours as a kid. The old shellac’s we had had great music like this. Thank you.

[@markdodd1152]

I love her voice. I can listen to her all night. This is probably in my tenth time watching this . Going on a lost count of how many times now 1/20/23

[@AMDesignMarketing]

Great band, this woman is one of the best singers I have heard in quite a while!!! She's so retro and different. Very refreshing to listen to her

[@drjojo5551]

And Russ……she just radiates sex!!

[@casinoroyle5254]

There's nothing better than watching TS, melt into one blissful heaven of human kindness, restores my faith in humanity

[@PineyWoodsPrepper]

I Get The Blues... love to hear/watch Erica sing this. But that’s not to take away from the rest of the band. They’re all great.

[@mmandl1832]

Beyond words how great this band is

[@draconusspiritus1037]

A truck load of talent and a voice like perfectly aged smooth and smoky whiskey.

[@123bug]

No words. Just tears in my eyes. Erika! 💙💚❤️🙏

[@redlipstickmafia]

Erika Lewis is a WONDERFUL singer! I love her voice and her natural style. I've been playing piano in clubs on Bourbon St. since the early 80's, and passing some of these musicians on street can often bring fun surprises. 👍

[@williamsecor7745]

Seeing Erica's little smile in reaction to the crowd is sweetness in itself.

[@discobikerAndRosie]

In November of 2005, I was in the French quarter when I heard a beautiful voice wafting down the street. I told my friends we had to check it out. We walked into a bar where a band was playing. I don't know if this is the same voice or not, but she sounds like her. I could listen to her for hours!

[@frederickwise5238]

Accidentally found these. A REAL TREASURE!!!!!!!!! Cant get enuf of this group!

[@rippi37]

I found them by accident today....I'm hooked !!

[@thedaily30]

If this video should ever be deleted, I think I may cry.

[@hch49]

I think I've listened to this song 100 times since I found it yesterday AM. Wow.

[@janbonsema5888]

if she likes it or not, she's got star qualities...

[@1946nimrod]

Nice to hear Erika using a mike! Much as I like the Norlinz street sessions, you really get to appreciate the lovely subtleties and tones of her voice in a recording of this quality.

[@Emilio3377]

My favorite performance. Great Erika .

[@davidcullen6797]

It's like sitting in my Daddy's front room, listening to 78s on his old phonograph. Addictive stuff.....

[@fireman4516]

One of my favorite Tuba Skinny numbers, Erica really rocks this tune.

[@robertduis2925]

Timing of Erika Lewis absolutely perfect!

[@jimstledger6061]

What a great voice, Erika Lewis, I think I just fell in love with this woman.

[@greghill225]

Wait in line

[@janet4635]

I came across this group by accident and am so glad I found them! It’s impossible to feel alone and sad listening to them, especially Erika’s vocals. Just an amazing, talented group.

[@edwardcristina9309]

I know this was 7 years ago but you were just as good then as you all are know a pleasure to listen to,, Eirka your voice is what I hope the angels sound like when I arrive at the pearly gates :-) (Australia )

[@redsal09]

Been here at least 10 times. My favorite Tuba Skinny tune. Sal

[@alfching2499]

Never Left Here, Fabulous

[@ZzZ0ne]

tuba skinny always makes me smile, and i can take on life whatever it brings..

[@CrustyWhiteBread]

Well..You Tube finally put this band in my recommended and I've been watching and listening all night...This one's the cream if everything I've heard. Great stuff.

[@gusgone4527]

Erica takes away my blues and gives the warm fluffiness.

[@goinxnginx]

Erika's voice is so darn GREAT and she knows how to work it. What a great band!

[@donaldkauffman2673]

This is my all time Tuba Skinny favorite, Erika knocks this one out of the park.

[@howardkendallstoupe5820]

is it me ,,,,every time I watch this band I can only look at this charismatic woman

[@johnyfencewalker4781]

Back again seen this so many times never get old. Boot strap talent you got it or you dont

[@frankrogers3489]

Just as perfect as I have heard from Erica and Tuba Skinny

[@dudleydelany8186]

A beautiful song in a beautiful setting. This is Tuba Skinny at its best!

[@bobpatterson149]

+Dudley Delany I totally agree Dudley, Great Song, Sensational performance

[@dontischenko3361]

Bob Patterson

[@floyddemelo5904]

Dudley Delany b

[@kenmorley2339]

Its Bo Carter cleaned up .

[@californiancondor6860]

This lady is brilliant. Reminds me of Ottilie Paterson but I have to say that the residents of New Orleans are blessed that they get to listen to that voice.

[@rudymartinez6242]

My son hired a band like this, musically, I mean, for his wedding. It was called the 1906 band and the wedding was held at Heritage Square in Los Angeles, a place where old homes and buildings from the 1870s to the 1910s are sent to keep from being demolished. They are arranged around a “main street”. It was the perfect venue for the wedding and the band. Now I follow this type of music.

[@lesliedeacon2121]

Erika absolutely mesmerizes me...............I am well and truly hooked...........I am not sure why,.... but she drives me crazy...........it`s now 2019 !

[@drjojo5551]

Les…..you’re going crazy too??? I’ve got it worse Bub……I have to put up with wet dreams every time I see her!! BUT…what an absolute beauty!!!! Nice bod too!!!

[@Johnbartels1]

This video gets better, the more you hear and see it!!

[@RONNEY123ful]

What a voice what a band wow👍

[@Sunshine-Light]

Superb musicians

[@dirkvuerinckx]

What a voice! As mentioned below; she has an amazing "Vintage Sound" voice! Wow!

[@massonman9099]

Absolutely superb. Found them by accident and love them. And what a beautiful setting they are playing in.

[@leostewart363]

UNPRETENTIOUS.

[@mmandl1832]

Once I start I can't stop listening to this FINE Tuba Skinny music!!

[@jeanclaudemortier9696]

Le reflet de l’excellence : plus de 2.500.000 vues pour Tuba Skinny . Une interprétation magistrale ! Merci Tuba Skinny .