Ye Vagabonds, Willie O Winsbury.

[@dereknicolls5909]

I just found this and ye's are GREAT! What is so so so special here is the Scots venacualr with that Irish accent - oh man... that is how it is between these nations ... totl RESPECT!

[@TomFynn]

If I had to hear this for the rest of my life, I would not call myself a poor prisoner.

[@spudeleven5124]

It warms my heart to see that our music is in good hands in the next generation.

[@jlars972]

I first heard Martin Carthy sing this some 50 years ago followed by a few others. You two lads easily stand with the rest in your singing of it here. The same tears from fifty years ago were again shed in one of the most beautiful ballads I've ever heard. Thank you, the film maker, Mr. FJ Child's efforts and especially the unknown souls who carried this story forward. Just a stunningly beautiful song.

[@josefinagarza241]

First heard Pentangle sing, during covid time❤this is hy far the best I've heard

[@RebekahCurielAlessi]

​@@josefinagarza241 I do love Pentangle....

[@oriel9347]

How do I find Martin Carthy singing this ?

[@jlars972]

​@@oriel9347Good question. I cannot find it in my collection of his music nor online. My guess is a concert recording I once had.?

[@YourLoyalDeserter]

This is one of the most beautiful things I've ever heard.

[@easytoremem]

very right

[@martifingers]

Have you heard the Sweeney's Men track by Andy Irvine ? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmiloHp-ZayWrtU The story is, he looked up the wrong tune for the lyrics and invented this classic version that people have followed ever since. He revisited it decades later for a lovely re-make: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qainqGuseKmXd8U

[@tommcguire6392]

Very well done. And then there's the sublime Dick Gaughan version.

[@leecromer3289]

The hairs on my neck are tingling, such an emotional song…beautiful…

[@kavalkid1]

One of the most beautiful things I have ever heard.

[@sophiafake-virus2456]

I love the voices, and the video totally works, young handsome knaves, in the land that time forgot. Perfect. Love that shop.

[@sophiafake-virus2456]

@@sundayhawkins5207 It's original meaning was boy, serving lad, a working class young 'un.

[@laurencazeneuve6136]

9 years later still in love with this song

[@wigon]

I agree with others Myles. This duo's music is exceptional, but your incredible film-work really takes the beauty of their music to a whole other level of beauty and story-telling. Absolutely amazing work. I really look up to film makers like yourself.

[@myles.o.reilly]

Many thanks :) X

[@sophiafake-virus2456]

@@myles.o.reilly I agree, perfect video.

[@callithowiseeit5806]

So heartwarming to hear men of such tender years embracing this music, we must preserve such a rich heitage for future generations to enjoy

[@myles.o.reilly]

Pleased you enjoy them so much!! Do have a look at the other films I've made in collaboration with Ye Vagabonds on my website arbutusyarns.net/?s=ye+vagabonds

[@Jane-oo4xg]

How could anyone not love this song. This is a beautiful rendition of one of my favourite songs.

[@YourLoyalDeserter]

In times like these it's nice to escape into a story that's hundreds of years removed from the present moment, even if that time was worse on the whole

[@lindsayheywood7195]

Beautiful voice, beautiful singing!

[@jvhobson]

I keep coming back to this beautiful video. Both the music and imagery are heartbreakingly beautiful. Thank you.

[@humblehomebody6931]

Old people are the best of us. Let's stop throwing them away.

[@margaretnesbeth593]

Beautifully sung by two handsome young men✌😘😘🍀🍀🍀❤❤

[@thiod]

I'm a bit late to the show, but I just stumbled across this. This is absolutely awesome... I love those crystal clear voices. The harmonies in the vocals are absolutely stunning... Very nicely done!

[@thomasvanpelt2989]

this is so real authentic and beautiful

[@sionyevans]

Can hear Sandy Denny as a third harmony here...such honest fayre it doesn't get any better than this...it wont get anymore REAL AND BARE..L9VE LOVE LOVE IT..BLESS YOU MYLES

[@markschafer7510]

Yes...Dear Sandy...RIP Sweetest Sandy

[@lindsayheywood7195]

I would have loved to have heard Sandy sing this one.

[@RebekahCurielAlessi]

Plus these fellows are so cute.

[@andreav.winkler6996]

Diarmuid, Brían, this is absolutely fantastic!!!

[@gaurav7333]

I can only say, thanks KZbin for your algorithm.

[@talonsoftheraven6693]

2020 and still brings me to tears!

[@JockLambert1972]

This took my breath away for 7mins 5secs, my heart was pumping so hard, I cried, I smiled (hard), thank you.

[@philiprife5556]

Beautiful song, well sung by these lads.

[@kasperkorea]

Absolutely wonderful. What a characteristic and unique but yet traditional voice. Such a joy to listen to.

[@flipdoubt23]

Can't like this video enough. Everything about it is beyond perfect. Keep coming back to it.

[@seandoyle2769]

I can't stop coming back to this song after more than 4 years

[@grahamrankin]

Beautifully sung and extremely good listening. Thank you so much for this treasure.

[@daviddkilpatrick]

Good touch of Scots in there and clean simple treatment. One of the first songs I ever learned through. And once accidentally played when not recognising an older John Renbourn seen in a local pub for the first time.

[@PeterPan-iz1kk]

Brings tears to my eyes almost instantly. My new favorite version of this old song. Beautiful, thanks!

[@PinkPurplexity]

This is totally amazing. Sublime voices, such a beautiful version of one of my most favourite folk songs. Anne Briggs has always been my favourite recording but now has a rival in this. I can't imagine that it could be improved upon by releasing a CD but would be first in the queue to buy a 'collection' recorded by these guys.

[@myles.o.reilly]

You must check out my other films with Ye Vagbonds on my site arbutusyarns.net/?s=ye+vagabonds

[@sandramorey2529]

Another beauty from the Child Ballad collection. These epic ballads were the movies of their day and told some pretty scary stories. Nice that young people have taken them up and passed them on. Ye Vagabonds are lovely.

[@staceycarroll5339]

Im in a Vagabond moment... Nobody speak to me

[@genogeno1234]

Love the song, the singing, and the backdrop of the "mini documentary". Bravo

[@Simple_Simian]

Fecking awesome! Some 25 years ago I heard a BBC series on border ballads, one was by Archie Fisher: Willie o' the Winsbury... I was utterly beguiled, and until today had never heard a version to match... That was sublime!

[@daragildea7434]

There are other good versions, by Sweeney's Men, and by Pentangle.

[@siamterry]

Did you ever listen to sister Ray Fisher singing “Willie’s Fatal Visit” ? Another fantastic rendition :)

[@bleachyberserko4191]

Anais Mitchell and Jefferson Hamer did a child ballads album, it's gorgeous. Their version of this is absolutely lush, but not as emotive and passionate as this slice of perfection.

[@cliffg4437]

Not forgetting Dick Gaughan

[@gwennjouin8609]

What a smile Brian !! Chers from little Britain ! Gwenn

[@Diecastclassicist]

Wow, great performance, great film!

[@mariedolan4626]

I first heard this in 1971 here in Boston. I learned it. I have a new favorite. It is yours. I listened to it many times. The film is also entrancing. I look forward to hearing more of your music.

[@christianwethered8158]

Can’t stop listening to this. The film and the voice together

[@alicethebakingfrog2180]

Just listening and watching for the hundredth time. And then spotted my guitar at 5:42 on the ground. Must've bought it a few months later😆

[@michaeldearness607]

This song is the best ….. it places you back in days of old ……

[@cashgrabgaming]

A KZbin treasure.

[@Deafpeaches]

As fine a version of this, one of my favorite songs, as I have ever heard. The singing is magnificent and the guitar accompaniment is just right. A favorite here in Portugal as well as the world over. Muito bom!!!!

[@cynthiahenderson450]

Oh my! Lovely version. I first heard the song by Pentangle ... absolutely love this version with the old language. 💕

[@sdrtcacgnrjrc]

This track is on their 2019 album "Hare's Lament". I found it on amazon (CD comes with mp3 download). Earlier albums are available on Bandcamp.

[@TigerPrawn_]

I'm not sure quite why, but I had tears streaming down my face by the end of this. So lovely ♥

[@myles.o.reilly]

Precisely what I wanted to happen :) First time I heard it was the same. So I'm pleased to spread the #happytears

[@davidflett8107]

I once loved a lass. Jock o Hazeldean. Peggy Gordon. The Corries. I've cried t all these tracks

[@bryngilwern5766]

It's a powerful song and a powerful rendition. Tears is the most appropriate reaction.

[@bryanirving2422]

when music is pure the heart flows

[@229andymon]

⁠@@davidflett8107May I also suggest Fhir a bhata. Many covers, including Sandy Denny.

[@mariannemcaleer746]

What a superb film of two amazing singers! I've been listening to this every day for weeks now! Even had to learn the song. Thankyou.

[@williambeaulieu9873]

Exceptional harmonies, and excellent musicianship.

[@jeanniecampbell1374]

Awakened to the first breath in the voice's and drawn in to the Beautiful authentic filming ..love

[@myles.o.reilly]

You must check out my other films with Ye Vagbonds on my site arbutusyarns.net/?s=ye+vagabonds

[@folkmusicgirl]

Pure, pure beautiful cover. Outstanding!

[@emmajadexxxx]

My favourite song and this is the first time I've heard their cover it. Love it!

[@nlowell1]

My new favorite also. I had known it as "Farwell, Farewell" by Fairport Convention. But after looking into it I guess Fairport absconded with the tune to 'Willie O Winsbury'. I'm glad to have found Ye Vagabonds by accident. When I first heard this song done by them I was speechless. I posted it everywhere saying, "Please! Please listen to this!" :o)

[@barbaryanneominous6437]

Brían this is gorgeous. Pentangle's version to yours -- spans so much!

[@ven4963]

what a bliss...thank you

[@carlfigueiredo2095]

Heard this fantastic brother-duo y'day at walthamstow festival! Gorgeous blend of voices! They really touched my soul! Thanks Ye Vagabonds!

[@fourbarsincollective-darwi6781]

Lovely. Thank you, lads for your lyrical and simple telling of this old tale xx

[@AngeliaSparrow]

Diamuid looks rather like my murdered sweetheart. I watch this vid and have an illusion of him back for at least a few minutes. Not to mention I love you guys' sound

[@veryspecialguests200]

Sorry to hear about your love Angelia, it stuck me. You are seen and you are loved. And I hope this comment brings you some solelence, big hugs from the west of Ireland.

[@RobertGrayMusic]

That was so, so good. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@1briansullivan]

Haven't heard this song in years . A standard in every English Folk Club in the '70s !! Always loved it and this is a good version .

[@josefinagarza241]

Saw video of a young girl Anne Briggs singing this in a pub,fell in love with it ❤

[@rossatoaurelien]

what an amazing performance, I hope to see them one day...

[@JazFusion]

My god, that was beautiful.

[@lness87]

Superb rendition, stunning visual work and editing... Beautifully shot! Thanks a lot Miles - been enjoying a dozen and more of your uploads! Keep up the good work! With best regards & spiritual support from Oslo, Norway :)

[@nobodyowens8159]

Amazing Bloody awesome

[@daraheen]

Love the video. Great version of my favourite Child ballad, find myself listening to this one more than the Sweeny's Men version. Heard this ballad in The Cobblestone a few months ago, wonder was it yerselves playing it? Well done all round.

[@acolleenjones]

This is so lovely and has some of the same details as The Arbutus Tree, which I learned about 20 years ago from an older Irish folk singer in Vancouver, and he learned it from his mum in County Tipp.

[@vickystanley8853]

My FAVORITE version of this song. Great video too.

[@kevindunne6520]

A beautiful cover.

[@flampreia37]

Great music and a great film-work as usual, beautiful! Many thanks from Portugal!

[@FernanMas]

pure feeling in that voice. Great performance. Conratulations from Catalonia

[@DanielKellyFolkMusic]

Just bought their album on bandcamp, can't wait to hear more from them and look forward to their Australian tour!

[@marybateman8127]

can't stop listening. We're coming to Dublin in April. We'll be coming to see you lads play x

[@oisinhill1634]

I love how the King sees Willie and is like 👀 "No homo lad but I would"

[@CossackGene]

Absolutely unhinged plot for a folk song. Imagine your *father-in-law* being like "well I was gonna kill you for banging my daughter, but like, I would also smash, so - "

[@TheYopogo]

I don't know of anything else like it: It's an at least 3 century old folk song, and it's got this pretty blatant acknowledgement of sexuality and gender being in some way fluid; it's wild!

[@LC-wv7tz]

@@TheYopogo It really doesn't. Sexuality in no way needs to be "fluid" in order to understand what traits that would appeal to someone else. That's just basic human empathy.

[@HoneyTheFracking]

@@LC-wv7tz I had basic human empathy with your mum B)

[@stevesteves8915]

Great song - great singing - great video!

[@cm4099]

The second the guitar started you just knew it was going to be amazing. So happy YT sent this my way!

[@davidhoward6645]

This is my favourite thing of all time. This aul man would adore this. I fear for how it may have progressed. I called up to this shop last Saturday. Business has ceased to exist it seems. That makes me very sad. I was hoping to trade instruments. There's very few like this left in Dublin. If any.

[@harrismoore3387]

Love it...good one, Myles!

[@Justyaj]

Brilliant version the vocals are top class also the filming is excellent

[@staceynolan8577]

oh my god your voice, well ahead of your years. love you guys

[@User_LUdrcn]

Brilliant piece of work

[@illingworth36]

the way that man says Romanian brings so much joy into my life

[@plamen140659]

so enchanting and beautiful...

[@margaretnesbeth593]

Brilliant song and singers, I love those boys😘😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@DavidWoodArtist]

Love the music, love the film!

[@margaretnesbeth593]

Brilliant filming❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sheldonfable]

Very mellow and well done.

[@dongyeongjeong5698]

basically music is good but, I've been looking at your videos it touched me lots!! I'll keep watching you great man!!

[@howlmd]

Absolute pure quality, THANK YOU .

[@endacaulfield1006]

I've listened carefully to the versions from Olivia Chaney, Andy Irvine, Anais Mitchell, Sweeney's Men, Pentangle and Anne Briggs but this is by far the best. The phrasing, diction and gorgeous rich tones of Ye Vagabonds are superb. They have that particular 'Irish' tone to their voices - similar to Sinéad O'Connor and Lisa Hannigan (different to the equally gorgeous 'English' tone of, say, Olivia Chaney). It is a very distinctive and slightly breathy/nasal tone. I'm playing this Ye Vagabonds version about 5 times a day now. This video is great also and I love the Stoneybatter area in Dublin which has now become very trendy.

[@carlofarina]

Give Phoenix Ensemble Munich a chance!

[@endacaulfield1006]

@@carlofarina I did but I honestly don't think that operatic-type voice is suited to a folk song.

[@clickynikki666]

What a beautiful rendition. I'm only fully acquainted with pentangles version... But this is probably now my favourite :')

[@Trollificusv2]

I've never heard a version I preferred to Pentangles'. It was our lullabye when our kids were little (along with John Barleycorn), and it is right cemented into me. Among the dolorous laments, tragedies and murder ballads I love so much, the happiest ending of any ballad anywhere, ever. But this is really, really good. Love duet singing and there's good singing with good voices, and then there's another level of magic where the sum is so much greater than the parts. These guys have got that. I've heard it called "blood harmony" because it's more often found among siblings and relatives, but whatever, these guys have got it.

[@clickynikki666]

Aye this version is so captivating. They're perfect together. And yes! John barleycorn is also one of my favourite folk songs. Haha can you recommend other such good story telling ballads?

[@prangbro]

@@Trollificusv2 I get your point about it being a surprisingly happy ending, not to mention the homoerotic undertones - the king lets Willie off the hook because he basically fancies him, but there are still disturbing elements to this song, not least the king submitting his own daughter to a virginity test!

[@chriskessler1195]

@@clickynikki666 "Sir Patrick Spens" by Fairport Convention, "Cruel Sister" by Jacqi McShee/Pentangle.

[@veestarling1193]

Listening in California. Love your music.

[@haggiswilly]

Great stuff boys have to catch up with you soon at one of your Dublin gigs. And well done Myles O Reilly

[@noddyholder79]

Feckin marvellous. Slaintè !

[@davidjames9626]

You just sit still and listen.. Thank you..

[@doyler369]

what a voice this guy has

[@staceynolan8577]

The voice. im melting

[@siamterry]

Beautiful rendition ! ranks along with Mary Black's version. There used to be a guy in Bristol, around 1960's, named Albert Lightfoot, who would have you spellbound !!

[@rebexyg2663]

Love everything about this.

[@chiarha6703]

this melts my heart

[@milesnagopaleen6907]

What's not to like? Great song, singing and lovely cinematography.