Van Morrison sheds light on Three Chords And The Truth

[@cookinsdabest]

One of the few dudes to actually reach enlightenment in this lifetime

[@asacarrick1385]

These are not interviews, it's conversation. It's a treat, a rare treat to share.

[@christianadams9114]

Its fascinating to me, that one mans other worldly ability to express life through the form of music, has bought me so much joy, melancholy, strength and spirituality. A heart felt thank you Van.

[@susanrobertsen3667]

Well said.

[@thistimenextyear77]

Too true

[@marysmyth8288]

He is Brilliant, genius..love him so much 👏

[@jamieholmes4675]

What a perfect way to describe the magic of Van Morrison

[@franks435]

Nuff said! Thank you, Van.

[@rmh3657]

God bless Van.........we're lucky to have him around

[@howardkoor9365]

What a sensational music maker.

[@dacianbella]

Van Morrison has been my favorite musician since I was a little girl. His songs always resonated with me on a high level, even when I didn’t speak English. When I was able to understand the meaning of his lyrics, I realized the exquisiteness of his music. With Three Chords & the Truth, Van Morrison revealed that he isn’t only a brilliant musician, but a beautiful human being, too.

[@neilhobson3624]

Van Morrison has made some of the best albums I’ve ever heard , and that’s a hell of a lot. He’s brilliant 👍.

[@feartheferg2483]

Same!

[@donaa.6996]

Thank you for that remark! I totally agree!

[@noneovyerbusiness4909]

The man's 74 years old and can still can sing like that? Amazing! The older I get the more Van's music grows on me. I was listening to his Best Of album today and it stoned me like a jelly roll.

[@melindalemmon2149]

Its engineered

[@noneovyerbusiness4909]

@@melindalemmon2149 Are you insinuating Van The Man uses pitch correction software?

[@kayandchuck]

FYI Jelly Roll is a person...this is what he talks about people being lazy and not knowing what he’s really talking about. 😂

[@susanrobertsen3667]

Haha yes me too

[@lumberpilot]

@@kayandchuck I thought he was referring to a specific part of a female.

[@sofieweb]

There is no one like Van. Thank God for this man, and his music we've had for all these years.

[@donaa.6996]

So fantastic to see this! He was one of my faves!

[@colinwilliams553]

God bless VAN THE MAN I could listen to him talk all day.A great conversationist as well as a great VOCALIST.

[@HonoraryGreek]

I think he's lightened up in the past few years when it comes to interviews, even smiling more often on stage too. He's entitled to do whatever he wants now - he's made a lot of people very happy over so many years with his music. I find this interview a complete joy.

[@jolssonusa]

Thank you Mr. Morrison for the joy you have brought to my life. Since the early seventies I have always come back to your music. One significant example is when my best friend and I used to travel long distances on the way to fishing in Sweden. We share the same musical the preference and we were listening to your songs all the time. It's a complete package of joy.

[@ishmaelhope2516]

Excellent interview. Van 'The Man' opens up to genuine people.

[@keatsgipsy9991]

Van is absolutely his own man … you are looking at the real Deal ~ AN ARTIST’S ARTIST 🍃❤️🍃 love this interview thx you

[@nigelbanks3738]

Van expression of his soul , has always grabbed my soul and shaken it to its core......'the squealing feeling'

[@chrisd0407]

Been listening to Van for over 50 years ever since the Them days. Only artist I buy now when an album is released. No ifs or buts....

[@mikefannon6994]

Me too, John. I remember walking around our neighborhood in Ohio with Jim and Tom, late night, singing G L O R I A at top of our lungs. Big grins!

[@jetdeleon]

As a singer, I can't think of anyone with a tastier mix of harmonic sophistication, pocket feel, phrasing, songwriting/composition, lyrical delivery, and soul feeling than Van Morrison. More than just a vocal hero for a singer like me, he represents a standard of musicianship that I will be spending the rest of my life working to meet. Thank you for your work and inspiration Van. One Love, Matt D.

[@grahamcousins3243]

The greatest ever,no questions

[@DavidWilliams-hf4hy]

I wonder if you read these posts Van. You are held in such high esteem by so many. For me your music has been the sound track to my life. It all started when, aged 17, I was given the LP Hard nose the highway by a friend, this was his way of preparing me for Astral Weeks which completely blew me away. I’ve followed you ever since, attending as many concerts as I can with family and friends. The Riyal Albert Hall was a big favourite. Most recently, my wife came to your concert in Hull last year, a brilliant night and judging by the number of encores, a night you enjoyed also. The following morning I realised we were having breakfast in the same hotel and I was able to shake your hand and thank you for a lifetimes worth of inspiration. We are booked to see you in January at the Stormont Hotel, something I’ve wanted to do for a long time. Unfortunately, my wife has cancer but we are praying that we can still make the trip over. Thanks for all you do. Your music brings inspiration and solace in equal measures, it lifts me up, it makes me smile and it moves me to tears. Many peoples lives are all the better for having you as part of them.

[@vals74]

David Williams - I pray your wife is healed. In Jesus mighty name. Amen

[@Pkia-tm7gw]

Listen to the Lion! Keep the spirit strong! Good Luck!

[@robw1031]

This interviewer is amazing , he actually got Van to laugh.

[@TitoTito-ju1te]

Funny you say this because I got the total opposite. Van the man did have a few nervous laugh but I had the feeling he just wanted to get the hell out of there.

[@AngusRobins]

One of the few people van will really talk to...his old sax player

[@rupertmcnaughtdavis3649]

He's a brave man!

[@scottbangoarce4836]

Leo Green, plays sax on Healing Game LP and tour. Watch Van on Jools Holland, 'Philosopher's Stone'. That's him.

[@carolweidig4689]

I love "Make it Simple", be real, be honest, be truthful, and keep on giving your messages Van Morrison.

[@nickadams1519]

Sending Love ❤️…Carol…Are you single?

[@Ryan-rk9mu]

Thank you so much for the interview. Three Chords and the Truth is one of my favorite albums of 2019. Can't get enough of it, so this is like a huge bonus!

[@ERRNCAM1]

Just saw him in Reno, front row, he is mesmerizing and I am still filled with joy.

[@jimdee9801]

Camille DePoy yep I saw him live first time in Belfast back in the 80’s - i was totally knocked for six. How the man had slipped under my radar for so long

[@peterward8630]

Wow,Camille,i can only eulogize. I have him during tough,spiritual and/or frantic times. With weeks away ofcourse,then,suddenly,WHAM,oh, it is so good to welcome him back to my world!

[@rdurl5086]

and it only cost you $1200 dollars.. you were left with joy, and feeling alittle lighter in the wallet..

[@bettiemccall9671]

What an inspiration Van is to the rest of us that are 70+ !!! This latest album is pure gold !!! Something to be very proud of for sure !!!

[@nickadams1519]

Sending Love ❤️…Bettie…Are you single?

[@nickiewilson6985]

My 1st record in 1973 was Van Morrison & Them, Gloria & have never stopped listening to his inspirational songs & have had Brown Eyed Girl sung to me many times over the years!

[@michaelmclaughlin2039]

He's the man! Love his dismissal of air & graces and in maintaining his Belfast accent. He can get away with with it because his work is pure genius. If music were a literary medium, Van would be up there along with Irish giants such as Joyce, Yeats and Swift.

[@pcorcoran100]

It’s more a mid Atlantic accent now

[@melindalemmon2149]

Accent is barely there

[@ellemdee276]

@@melindalemmon2149 To an American ear, he sounds like he could be from across town, any town. Fascinating that people from all over, even separated by oceans, hear "home" in his voice not only when he sings but when he speaks as well.

[@headlyl]

It makes me happy to see him finally, *finally* relaxed and comfortable in an interview. It's been a loooong time getting here but it sure is nice to see that we're finally here. :-)

[@Onecent703]

Van you still have a great voice and brilliant mind! You survived that crazy 60-70s era in tact! I would love to meet you in person🙏❤️ I’m wanting to go to your performance in San Diego Sept. 6🙏

[@nickadams1519]

Sending Love ❤️…Are you single? ❤

[@michaelfranz8252]

Love everything I heard by this man. One of the best of all time.

[@kristine8338]

Special man, a one of a kind musician. His own colour and style is Unique !

[@peterward8630]

If Van passes on before myself,just dont' know... Troubadour,venue(Cali) singing Caravan 1973

[@starlight9994]

Van-the Master of Music & voice !

[@Jeff-lf5nk]

The greatest musician of our lifetime

[@brianMcGranahan0311]

That will be said for many lifetimes to come.

[@gabrielesimone1372]

He wrote the best songs ever

[@denbones1234]

Van the mans voice comes from a place believeable .”hard nose the highway “ ..when I was young gave me something you can’t buy ..love van

[@mmgoff]

I love him. Years ago I saw him several times. He goes on for hours.

[@peterward8630]

Caravan,the days of rock n roll,hey? For hours and hours And the healing has begun.

[@musicfanhawk4523]

I could tell right off that Van liked the guy interviewing him and here it was Leo, his sax player from times before ! Very cool and excellent interview!! Van is so deep, smart, comical and really a deep thinker.I love him so much!!! Great interview, very enjoyable! And I m excited to listen to the album. I don't care what anyone says I think Van is a nice guy, I Get him!!

[@bh8365]

Musicfan. I did not recognize Leo. But now I do. Thanks for that info. 100.

[@musicfanhawk4523]

@Staying Sober absolutely!! And I have found some clips of him, Leo, with Jerry Lee Lewis that are fantastic! He is definitely a favorite sax player of mine. And his style is one I recognize. 🎵🎷🎼🎙️

[@suzannehoulden3632]

I get him, too! One of the most under-rated musicians EVER. His singing and style have moved me for decades!

[@alexandercove1194]

listening to Into the Mystic gives you a second wind...thank you for this great and soulful song

[@stevew5146]

You've got to be kidding me!!! That's Leo? He lost weight and looks great! He was such a great part of an era with Van.

[@KandMe1]

Hardnose the Highway connected with me most of all; I think it is a work of art as much as an album but I do love the songs on that album. Just it very much connected with me and helped me through an intense searching time in my youth. Thank you Mr Morrison, thank you very much for that album.

[@StephenS-2025]

Van the man. I love that he's still doing it.

[@stefano.b65stef77]

I grew up with Van Morrison, I bought Astral Week and Moondance in 1983

[@marysmyth8288]

Always my hometown Idol, love his unique voice .♥️

[@nickadams1519]

Sending Love ❤️…Mary…Are you single?

[@klauspeterwittmann9393]

I love his music my whole life,he is a Genius

[@cinnamongirl6717]

VAN MORRISON we know This Man is ONE of the GREATEST Song Writers Lyricist Musician & Singer of the 20 & 21st Century ! I think the BEST ! 😃 Hundreds of Songs & STILL writing more... Ageless 🎤- VAN THE MAN- 🎶 🎸🎷 🇺🇸 Thank You 😘

[@Walker-ld3dn]

Although he has certainly received his deserved accolades, I maintain he is still underrated. A true Master.

[@ee.es00]

Yeah he is.

[@cohencohen54]

I feel the same way about Tom Waits.

[@nickkelley4191]

I feel like it's because the same 3 songs get played in movies and whatnot. So he's known as a pop singer for a few songs, but not the brilliant songwriter he is. Same thing with Tom Waits. Everyone knows a Tom Waits song, but it's usually a cover by someone else that has become a hit

[@dylanalbuquerque4854]

@@nickkelley4191 I agree, a lot of Van's more spiritual and philosophical albums have been wrongly overlooked

[@TheSchuyler75]

Cardiff!!!!! Hostages underground in Cardiff I’m in USA and can’t investigate but there’s a bunker by the shore and prisoners please look for them I am DEAD SERIOUS VAN MORRISON

[@brendabear839]

So amazingly talented love all his music 💜💜🥰🥰

[@mikem1834]

Van THE Man, he never stops producing quality and never stops touring. No one is like him! ✌️

[@darealberrygarcia]

Pretty sure Phish tours even harder and still creates new albums every few years

[@mikem1834]

@@darealberrygarcia 😂😂

[@mikem1834]

@therandom3591 how many albums in last 10 years? How many tours?

[@mikem1834]

@therandom3591 enlighten me!! And it was 5 albums he released! How well do you know Dylan???

[@mikem1834]

@therandom3591 enlightened ✌️ still don't think on a par quality wise with Van though!

[@sealisa1398]

Decades of being deeply affected by his music creations. Love this man.

[@sherylcarmanstickyliability]

He has been, is and always will be, my absolute favourite. Gutted that I couldn’t afford to go to his concert at the BIC last week. At least I can look forward to his new album. Keep making beautiful music Van, and thank you.

[@nickadams1519]

Sending Love ❤️ Sheryl…Are you single?

[@jimkeeling]

His music is getting more spiritual! Love the Profit. Father,Son and Holy Ghost!!

[@edmoser7577]

A Van interview is always good when the questioner, as in this case, focuses on the music, and not trivia and personal stuff.

His best record in nearly 40 years. I can't get over how solid this one is. The voice, the music, the songs - it's like he's young again.

[@rhodastertzer8391]

Listening to "Van Morrison" is helping me heal as I grieve for our oldest Brother- who was a musician, too. He had humble pie and jelly roll. He was from "down yonder, too, actually he was from Alaska, so up yonder. Lol! Thank you, van Morrison for your beautiful music.

[@neilbush9873]

I like this interviewer he is getting alongside the man and asking interesting questions and making good even the anoying ones.

[@aerial_camera_video_imaging]

Always a pleasure to listen to Van speak about new material.

[@yasminmcewen3749]

If Van is the Preacher, I'm in his front row in ecstasy every single day. His songs literally are a religious experience. This is a nice interview. You can tell they are friends :) -Love You SO incredibly much Van! 🍀 He soothes my soul 💖💖💖💖💖 wild Irish Blessings ~

[@robertlevesque9193]

Van is the epitome of to thine own self be true. He knows his self well enough to never settle and it makes him great. He is real.

[@chesterannjubran9557]

I don't care what every body says I love everything he does but the best I think is van into the music the healing has began is his best work

[@jamesmyers8644]

Wow, he’s totally cool! My first taste was in the late 80s with Avalon sunset, a more popular album. But I have loved poetic champions, sense of wonder, Veedon fleece and Tupelo Honey, and I still have so much more to listen to. I love this guy because he’s a mystic and a poet. And I think I’m that too.

[@jeanniecampbell1374]

not sure if I can read you Van but i feel you spirit deeply and love that voice talking and of course singing .

[@omansnowball8027]

Why oh why has he not been nominated for a Nobel laureate for literature. He poetry is superb Heaney work is up there with him in quality.

[@ScottishMTV]

Thank you Van the Man for keeping the music alive in an era when others are trying to kill it!

[@helenmcgrath200]

Van is simply a genius, still knocking out quality music after so long..guys a legend..

[@nickadams1519]

Sending Love ❤️…Helen…Are you single?

[@tonyspoetry]

Love this album. Probly one of my favorites. Up there with 'Down The Road for me.

[@regineuhe6657]

Love this interview. Great, he's already planning his next album... I so hope he'll go on forever, at least in my life time. Gotta get this album

[@59koopman]

still my favourite!

[@peterward8630]

My name is Peter,too.√ Love Caravan and And the healing has begun.

[@grahamcousins3243]

Words don’t cover this man,a musicial genius,the best ever.rave on mr morrison rave on

[@dylanalbuquerque4854]

Good to see Van in good spirits and providing knowledge. Great interview

[@artchurchiowa]

Great conversational interview. Love the Mythology

[@danmelenka9521]

Van the man ! I have lost track I must check out his new stuff because I sure love his old stuff.

[@MultiBlackbirds]

Three Chords and The truth will be my next purchase. Van was playing in Cardiff 23rd Oct, I was there and I’m still Buzzing. Van is sounding as good as ever, I feel very lucky to have seen him “again”..What a Band 🎵.

[@realgone222]

He is hilarious. The question at the end about being "happy" had me dying.

[@carlalikesthese]

"We came in old." Wonderful. ❤

[@pamzavada5269]

Yessss, he's an old soul! I can relate to him so well.

[@janefriel6895]

There are so many layers to this man.I have listened to his music for decades,constantly.I have seen him live more times than I am about to admit to and yet he is like a complete stranger.That is and of itself the reason I love Van Morrison.☘️

[@pamelamacneil1331]

I agree. He is a very complex, fascinating man. I've been listening to him for close to 50yrs. I think he's 74 here and is still as fascinating as ever.He's a legend! He really is in a league of his own.

[@janefriel6895]

@@pamelamacneil1331 It's interesting that one of the sound technicians who have worked with Van Morrison in recent years has the same surname as you Pamela. Truely,my life would be a very different experience without the music of Van Morrison.☘️

[@pamelamacneil1331]

@@janefriel6895 I never thought of it before, but I think you're right, my life would be different if I hadn't discovered the music of Van Morrison. I think he is one of the greatest song writers of his generation, maybe the 20th century. His lyrics in some of his songs are profound, such as "Not supposed to break Down",, "Behind the Ritual", "Just like Greta Garbo" and many more. He is the only songwriter I know who will read a non-fiction book in psychology, or philosophy and write a song about it. His spiritual journey is heard throughout his music. I wish he'd come to Toronto, I'd love to see him again.

[@ladyfaye9811]

What a fascinating man!

[@heartnsew5999]

My dream 1st n last dream to meet w/Van he saved many moments in my life, also to share w/other lives, what a philosopher, Christion soul, Hard to wait for heaven to pick us up and share touching the face of God. Amen

[@cosmicdrifter287]

Vantastic!

[@gpb365]

cosmicdrifter287 I see what you did there!

[@tonyspoetry]

Great name for his next compilation album ha.

[@darinjames3313]

Keep on Rockin it Van!!...I really mean this...He's a Lyrical Wizard....and can Hook Us like nobody's business...Another Living Legend doin it!!!..God bless Him and thank you Sir for all the years of Some of the best 🌞🌛

[@watchdog3640]

The excerpts from the new album sound amazing. It's on my wish list. Van, please keep up the great work and keep it simple.

[@Noelbluesky]

"We came in old" lol love that.

[@debramangum5680]

He just keeps going strong love his music he’s the best!!!

[@nicolaswalter6996]

Hello pretty ❣️

[@nickadams1519]

Sending Love ❤️…Debra…Are you single?

[@shanewright2772]

It's been 35 years since you came to Australia, Van. Come on back!

[@northernwitch3626]

I love your music, Van. St. James Infirmary is a family staple in my house. Thanks so much. Wishing you health and happiness.

[@richardkent2200]

Simply brilliant

[@kentxx12]

Wow,Van the man in a new interview in the year 2019,just that is awesome,you get my vote :)

[@pistachoone1958]

Van is in a very good mood.

[@bennyjazzful]

WOW WOW WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! From a mad keen 76yo Aussie fan. GOD--Van is a BLOODY GENIUS. Great intervewing.

[@charlespeterson3798]

I was living in The City in 69´. Every Wednesday, as I remember, Bill Graham had Mr: Morrison headline as a result of a lawsuit with Bert. Van Morrison is a part of my mythology. I must have seen him 40 times. Working on his chops on the sax, developing Astral Weeks, Moondance, His Band..... So great to see him well and happy. A great man. 10000000 thanks.

[@wernermorgen1707]

I got the new Vinyl album today. Great songs from a master. His singing is brilliant.

[@robfrye4664]

Engineers from the future: "I don't even think they listen to the lyrics! How do you translate somebody looking at a computer screen with reality!" Amen, brother! Love the hat!

[@randyclarke1879]

so cool to see this interview - Van is such a mysterious guy - his lyrics and compositions are beyond amazing - can't live without it

[@marygilbertson2488]

There's not too much to say about this Guy that hasn't been said His music ... that Voice is an Unearthly Instrument that comes up out of Him And takes me right into the Mystic with Him ... I say Thank God for Him

[@nickadams1519]

Sending Love ❤️…Mary…Are you single?

[@yeahsee1933]

Good interview. My copy is coming today. Really looking forward to hearing it. I’ve been anticipating it, since its announcement.

[@justdevine864]

Lucky you, congratulations and enjoy!

[@LookSee]

Me too, preordered and delivered on release date, like getting a present from a friend.

[@anniefarr4373]

He might have 'come in old' as he puts it, but, hes the Man with the magic Mood! Timeless

[@nickadams1519]

Sending Love ❤️…Annie…Are you single?

[@markusludin4427]

This man is a musicholic every jear he produce 2-3 new albums and every album its great, he has the Blues in his blood, fantastic blues man he is. I am Fan from the Beginning in the 1962 till the present, hey Van you are very special. Marco Suisse

[@stephencobb2735]

I first saw_Van, in a small tavern in Ben Loman, CA called "The Town and Country".(Near Santa Cruz). It was in 1968 if I'm not mistaken. My good friend, said come on, we got to go. I was truly blown away, by not only his_emence talent, he played at least 7 instaments. I never saw Sanatra perform live, but Van's presence and command are at least equal, and thats just part of what makes him so special and captivating. He evokes your deepest and most tender emotions, when he delvers a love song. More than just a Legend, he's a World Wide Treasure. I was blessed to see him 3 more times over the years, all at the Greek Theater, on UC Berkeley Campus.

[@PatKittle]

Ben Lomond is in the redwoods: -- [ kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWPaon5ma6ynfJY ]

[@TheAtticradio]

Just a music genius … his albums have to be heard . Such soul. He looks more relaxed than usual

[@marcbolan1818]

This album happens to be the real deal. Strong vocals and some great songs here.

[@ritamachia3354]

Wonderful interview!

[@nickadams1519]

Sending Love ❤️…Rita…Are you single?

[@TheCissero]

He is the greatest ever! i want meet him so bad.

[@dennisreeves632]

Ditto Kristine's comment, special man, special music. Music all his own. I have followed for many years and will continue to follow as long as I can. Thank you for all you have done.

[@magzsara9892]

My son was born on Van's birthday.. perfectionist Virgo indeed..This is a very enjoyable interview..