You Ready to Hear This? | Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit - White Man's World [REACTION]

[@ozymandias4988]

As a 47 year old black man who grew up listening to country and western music Jason Isbell is one of best artists I've ever heard

[@mikeslaughter6053]

Jason Isbell is phenomenal. Great video. His wife Amanda who plays the instrument in question said "it's a fiddle when you buy it and a violin when you sell it" 😀

[@coltjames4322]

Jason Isbell is so underappreciated. Honestly, probably the best songwriter alive today.

[@shanemcdonald520]

He’s an absolute legend and an incredible person… his heart bleeds for everyone struggling to make it through this world…

[@danzollner9627]

Jason Isbell (in my opinion) is the best songwriter our generation has. The best and deepest love song I've ever heard is "If We Were Vampires." It's about valuing what time we have with each other. The Austin City Limits performance is great, because you can see him looking at his wife sometimes. He has said it took several tries before he could get through it when he first sang it for her. Go down the Jason Isbell rabbit hole; you won't regret it.

[@sarahthomas7815]

YES!!!!!!!

[@acog21]

Yes, please react to this one!

[@sharontesta6566]

I wholeheartedly agree, now that John Prine is gone, he is the best

[@joshuawebb6694]

His albums "Nashville Sound" and "Southeastern" are both "no skip" albums. One of the best songwriters of his generation.

[@HiSummerWasHere]

Reunions is another amazing one.

[@duncanmcgroyne9317]

@@HiSummerWasHereI listened to Reunions everyday for over 2 years.

[@stephen.macleod]

I've been a musician for 35+ years. The first time I listened to "Southeastern," I listened straight through and when the needle came up I turned to my buddy and declared it as top of my "top ten stranded on a desert island" records. Jason has been so good, for so damn long. It's amazing.

[@ericpeabody1555]

Agreed. Maybe the best songwriter currently in his creative prime. Can't wait for the new LP to drop next week!!

[@keefmack]

@@stephen.macleod I got Southeastern the day it came out. Played it through and called my buddy to tell him I just heard one of the greatest records ever recorded.

[@henrysmiley5878]

Saw him and the 400 Unit live a couple months ago. Amazing artist, great writer, great singer, great guitarist. He's the whole package and the real deal.

[@pjmcguire01]

It’s that dichotomy of Amanda’s fiddle and Jason’s slide guitar that makes that instrumental section so strong.

[@donna3465]

Jason Isbell is a genius songwriter, and his wife is too. I can’t imagine how talented their child is going to be.

[@KismetSarken]

Never heard this man before now. Believe me, he's on my Playlist now. Fantastic voice, and music you feel down to your toes.

[@LJPorcello]

Criminally underrated artist, glad you're reacting to him. So many songs! Maybe you'd love these: Elephant - (This is the essential track to listen to...) Traveling Alone Cover Me Up Speed Trap Town Relatively Easy Alabama Pines Basically...anything you choose will work.

[@sarahthomas7815]

agree… Isbell is by far one of the most brilliant songwriters of our time.

[@jefflevesque5316]

Huzzah same pagers!!!!

[@grilledspaghetti]

Speed Trap Town is severely overlooked.

[@HiSummerWasHere]

He's an incredible songwriter, guitarist, and human being.

[@ericwatkins8523]

Absolutely find everything Jason has done. It's a serious treasure trove. Thanks for the video. Love your glow!

[@chrisaulbach4582]

Funny quote from Jason, “It’s a fiddle when you’re buying it and a violin when you’re selling it”. Unique thing about Amanda is that she plays a 5 string violin. She likes the additional range it provides.

[@GroundbreakGames]

Thanks for sharing.

[@daviddaking5969]

First time ever heard of them. The man in black Johnny Cash, and Elvis Presley sang for equality back in the old days. Even some of the most famous African American singers talked about the two getting there messages out there to the world...A smart man once said an eye for an eye makes the whole world blind...☮❤🙏 Royce

[@meganhughes6377]

God Bless You for playing this. Thank you Jason Isbell for recovering from addiction and seeing the fire in your little girl’s eyes! You too Amanda Shires, you are a big reason Jason lived to tell this tale. Truly one of the great songwriters. IMAGINE singing this in the South where he’s from. Not that the South is any more racist than the North, if you know about all the Dark Money dudes up here. Rock on, this was a great review, keep it up, you have guts too!!

[@grilledspaghetti]

First song of his that I heard, I thought "how brave is this?" Made me check out a concert podcast. I was hooked. Then I bought Southeastern. Now I own all of the albums and concert tickets for November. Can't wait.

[@TNTales]

He also has a song on A Star Is Born sung by Bradley Cooper "Maybe It's Time" which is actually where I discovered him.

[@jefflevesque5316]

" I guess he's just lookin down and laughing at our ways"

[@kimhouchen3935]

Powerful song. He's not afraid to lose "fans." I've seen people get up and leave his concerts during this song. All of his music is this good.

[@kyrminagellantara8259]

He also doesn't mind when people leave. It amazes me how long it takes some of his 'fans' to realize he's not their kind of singer/writer. He just keeps on keepin' on.

[@Holly_D84]

Great choice! Anything Jason Isbell is a win! Please take the time either on your channel or in your spare time to dive more into his music. You really can't go wrong.

[@798robbie]

Violin/fiddle, it's the same instrument. You MUST hear "Elephant", "Cover Me Up", "If We Were Vampires" and on and on and on. Jason Isbell is the Bob Dylan of our time. I also recommend you react to Tyler Childers.

[@TheAndersox]

Another thing about Jason Isbell -- he walks the walk, too. Another country artist, a more commercially famous one, did a cover of his "Cover Me Up," and then that artist was caught being racist on video. After that, Isbell donated his proceeds from that cover to the Nashville chapter of NAACP, putting his money where his mouth is. That's the kind of integrity I appreciate -- that's being a real artist.

[@jefflevesque5316]

I'd offer Jason is a far more personal writer than Dylan.

[@puteraslayer]

The live version of (Elephant) for me is the best on live at Sirius XM

[@kameracamera8120]

Strong recommendation for "If We We're Vampires" next and then "Elephant" by Jason. Two of the most affecting songs you will ever hear. Love your channel btw

[@euph77]

Thanks for playing Jason! From my part of town. Love your reactions. So real!

[@Real_McPhee]

Outstanding reaction! I’m so glad the title didn’t stop you. Jason’s social commentary is strong and wrapped in amazing songwriting. Especially from someone born in 1970s Alabama. As a white man, especially with two young sons, it’s imperative to recognize the starting line is not at the point for everyone. I simply love the lyrics, “there is no such thing as someone else’s war” and “we’re all carrying one great burden, sharing one fate”. Sounds like such a simple concept, yet so easy for many to turn a blind eye to. Again, great upload and reaction! Thank you. Side note: Yes, the FIDDLE😉 you hear is Jason’s wife, Amanda Shires. Amanda is fantastic musician, leading an all female band, The High Women. I am a huge softie when it comes to them on stage. Toward the end of this song you hear her play a riff and he answers back on guitar. Watching them do this live on stage is so powerful. It should also be mentioned, Amanda is the one who helped pull him out of a very serious issue with addiction. He got through it, they own their own record label, and upon sobriety on his first solo album Jason won Americana song of the year with “24 Frames”. Much of Jason’s success would not have happened if not for the woman who never approaches the front of the stage live, provides a high/soft voice to back up his, and has been his rock for many years. The little girl with fire in her eyes when he wrote this song, was his them almost 2 year old daughter (with the fitting first name) Mercy Rose Isbell.

[@jefflevesque5316]

Jason is one Deep Dude....and a Goofball

[@Real_McPhee]

@@jefflevesque5316 Oh man, I love that side of him. He can tackle some of the countries most difficult topics but still giggles like school kid at silly stuff. I am all too familiar with the look Amanda gives him sometimes. I have two sons, 9 & 10, they keep me seeing life through somewhat youthful eyes. Being a serious adult 100% of the time is overrated.

[@georgialilly3794]

The line "There's no such thing as someone else's war" needs to be heard by everyone

[@lowriebean8140]

Great reaction. Jason is a brilliant songwriter and the 400 Unit are awesome. He doesn’t shy away from difficult topics and is honest about his past addictions and his recovery. I don’t think I’ve heard a bad song from him and there’s a lot to choose from.

[@bdmention]

One of the best American songwriters today.

[@SunCoastGuitars]

I’m driving 450 miles to see them on Sunday! You should listen to the rest for sure 😎

[@deborahbryan3639]

Enjoy!!!

[@tomward6689]

Great review of another excellent Isbell song. Such a deep songwriter.

[@jefflevesque5316]

and a flamethrowing guitarist

[@MrDavecdva]

Jason lost a few fans over this song and his politics in general, but like the great man he is, he doesn't give a damn. This one and Hope The High Road really hit hard on that front. Not that he ever does a bad song, but those two really do some work.

[@CharlesNicholsonhackpoet]

He usually says “thanks for listening” after he performs it! Love both of those songs. He is amazing!

[@jefflevesque5316]

@@CharlesNicholsonhackpoet He does. In Portland, ME it was a very welcome message. Not so much in other places but Homestyle has balls of Titanium.

[@grilledspaghetti]

This is the song that made me look him up and subsequently buy his albums. This is straight up truth, anyone that has a problem with it is only pissed that someone pulled their head out of the sand for 3 minutes.

[@MrDavecdva]

@@grilledspaghetti I think he may have picked up two fans for every one he lost. At least I hope that's the case.

[@jefflevesque5316]

@@MrDavecdva ....He is candid about that being the case.

[@eminor8823]

A thought provoking song and this is what art is about. I am an African man living in Africa and I still can relate with the song because its human. Big up yourself Rxyce you are a fool for this one. Lol, its 4am out here.

[@guyturbide6348]

🇨🇦 61YO My favorite Jason Isbell Song 🎵 Is Cover me up Live at Austin City Limits Intense performance You will ADORE this one 💖 Keep the good work Sunshine 🌞

[@jefflevesque5316]

So strong.....I lean into Speed Trap Town and Elephant, Children of Children is HUGE live. As for Cover ME UP, my duo plays it every gig. Every Gig. We call it our little effort to help folks get laid.

[@stevenjones2570]

Best songwriter of the past 25 years period!

[@m_i_s_t_a_h__j_]

You would be hard-pressed to find a song of his that wasn't excellent.

[@randyjacobs9489]

We are what we are, none chose none can change it, but we all have a purpose. I choose to treat people the way I want to be treated whether they return the favor or not.

[@ericpeabody1555]

Welcome to Jason Isbell's powerful work. He writes from an amazing heart

[@ramontieso1208]

What you are doing here also brings people together. The man can not continue to convince us that we are all so different we need to fear and hate those we do not know. What you are doing here is more important than you know. Thank You!

[@bradphipps7630]

He reminds me of the late 80's early 90's when grunge and alternative rock & alternative country were so abundant. I've heard a few of Isbell's songs but not this one ... and I'm so glad you reacted to him cause you tend to react to quality and I rarely watch a reaction to a song I haven't yet heard... so gracias 😊

[@deborahbryan3639]

She does react to quality, I do agree!

[@IamAmericasDaughter]

I’m hooked, I’m check more from them. Love to find something new to me. Thank you for the gift of this song experience and introducing me to them….

[@jefflevesque5316]

Southeastern is his "big record". The early solo catalog is a little inconsistent. His work with Drive By Truckers was outstanding and all solo records from Southeastern on are stellar. Be ready though, his lyrics won't hit you until you're at the Supermarket then your knees will buckle.

[@jcmartin1978]

There are so many amazing Isbell songs- in my opinion, he’s the best songwriter alive. His most popular song is Cover Me Up, and it’s a beautiful song to about his wife saving him from addiction. Powerful shit. This is an awesome version with his wife Amanda Shires playing fiddle and singing harmony kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWXbq5SCrbOUaqc

[@damonhines8187]

Agreed 100%, RR, a necessary and necessarily bold statement, respect to principled artists, public figures and just folks who realize principles don't belong exclusively to princes. ✌😘🎶🎸💞

[@henrystaggers671]

Jason is the best story telling song writer ever He is incredible LOVE EVERYONE

[@geoffreymarston5948]

I think your review was spot on ! We are all in this together !

[@GLiC]

Jason Isbell is a gem, a treasure, a true gift to humanity. he writes songs about our lives that actually mean shit. probably my favorite artist and song writer ever.

[@mitchweber2423]

Im an Isbell nut, This song iws so underappreciated its insane, The message is so clear. Im a white man living in a white mans world.... He gets it

[@alanadair7169]

This is new to me and I like it a lot thank you very much 👍

[@deborahbryan3639]

That's why I listen to all of her reactions. I have found some little gems on here I never knew existed.

[@ronniefromOR]

Jason is incredible please check out more

[@ChrisB-xm3mg]

Jason is one of the best songwriters to come along in years. He doesn't have a bad song, but I definitely recommend Elephant, although as other have said, be prepared to get emotional. Also Dress Blues, Live Oak, Molotov... Hell, just about anything. And you should check out some of Amanda's solo stuff as well. She's a fine artist in her own right.

[@naytahlee]

It's a fiddle when you're buying and a violin when you're selling. 😉 Excellent review. Mr. Isbell is a good human.

[@ericwooten2882]

The songs titled Cover me up and vampires are both incredible.

[@GrandmaMoysis]

So glad you are reviewing Jason Isbell. He and 400 UNITS are amazing!”Southeastern” is an album worth checking out!

[@GroundbreakGames]

ngl, your take at the end got me. Beautiful song, writers, and listener.

[@gordonpearson7494]

My favorite. Hope you are well. You have a gorgeous smile and an even better spirit

[@codynorden2203]

He is not afraid to speak his truths. Rustled a lot of the conservative fan base that think he's gonna be traditional. Best singer songwriter on the face of the earth at the moment. Highly recommend Brandi Carlisle if you like Isbell

[@CharlesNicholsonhackpoet]

I agree with every word you wrote!

[@NotStanleyTucci]

Thank you. Jason is amazing. I’m so glad you reacted to this. Elephant is another good selection. Another suggestion: Take Me to Church by Morgan James. It’s one of the most amazing live performances ever.

[@hongfang2508]

Never heard of Jason IsBell but I like the sound. Title of song got my attention. Power and influence follow money to be blunt about it. We may wish otherwise, but this is a capitalist society in America.

[@jefflevesque5316]

Dig into his catalog. Brilliant on many levels.

[@pavelsuvorov5036]

You just can't imagine how glad I am to see you!)))Even if there is no music at all, I will admire you!))This composition is great!)Thanks.🌹👍😍🇷🇺

[@chrismalloy7960]

Best artist/writer in music right now.

[@texasreddirt1408]

Jason is an amazing song writer, and he also gets it.

[@katayfa]

Thankyou for introducing me to this.❤

[@presterjohn9088]

His album Southeastern is one of the best albums I've ever heard.

[@brendaotoole4012]

Cover me up and If we were Vampires are amazing. Lyrics sooo good. Saw him live . He sounds even better!!!

[@grilledspaghetti]

If you ever want to see him and his band in full musical grandeur, watch his cover of Whipping Post.

[@Caperhere]

His songs are socially progressive. ‘ I’m On Your Side’ is excellent. Violin is a fiddle. Just different names. His wife’s name is Amanda Shires. She’s just released an album.

[@vilicus77]

The old saying goes: It's a fiddle when you are buying it, and a violin when you sell it.

[@huhguy5]

Best song ever seriously ever

[@marksmith-sx5eh]

I had heard the name. I'm listening to my local NPR station and heard the vampires song and then stumbled across this song. Dang!

[@pamagnolia]

Awesome song. Btw, automatic Like before I even watch Rxyce's videos because I know it's gonna be great! 😄

[@RogueRxyce]

😊🙏🏽

[@compujohn96]

My (10yo) was singing this the other night while getting a snack. I stopped him out of instinct to tell him that those lyrics can be misunderstood... and after thinking twice decided "nevermind, you sing it boy!" More people need to understand Jason's writing.

[@jimdunagan4180]

I know you get emotional , and love to see those reactions :)....check out If We Were Vampires and The Elephant....but yeah Jason kicks ass

[@jefflevesque5316]

Elephant still cripples me (lost me Mums to the C). Friggin Brilliant and Gutting.

[@raymcnulty5252]

Rogue, it's obvious that you're a highly intelligent woman just from listening to your comments you make in your videos. The world today is totally upside down, topsy turvy and most people don't realize it or just don't care. There is a song that totally nails the predicament we're in today. I would really appreciate it if you would do a reaction video to God We Need You Now by Struggle Jennings and Caitlynne Curtis. It speaks 100 percent truth about what's going on in the world today and I think if you were to react to it maybe it would enlighten and hopefully wake some people up. Like you said so wisely, it's not just your problem, it's all of ours. Thanks for doing what you do, its an absolute pleasure watching your videos.

[@jefflevesque5316]

Hey Rogue. Technically it's pronounced "Isbul". Thanks for digging into this. Jason's a treasure and he gets a lot of heat in the South for playing it but he stands there and speaks the truth. If you wanna get real tore up, check out Elephant. For my take, he's the best lyricist since Dylan and he is an ungodly talent on guitar.

[@larryporter5788]

These guys will be close to me soon in el dorado Arkansas, I plan on being there

[@elmoblatch9787]

It's been said that it's a fiddle when you buy it and a violin when you sell it. It's the same instrument.

[@dz562]

“IF WE WERE VAMPIRES” That one will hit you deep for sure.

[@tandj-un3kr]

It's a fiddle when you're buying it. It's a violin when you're selling it.

[@anthonygay6419]

great one

[@Corndog41489]

I recommend you listen to his song "letting you go".

[@mbsnyderc]

The only difference between fiddle and violin is how you play it if your good you can do both.

[@rogerkirk4759]

It’s a fiddle when you buy it and a violin when you sell it. 😂 quote from amanda.

[@Michael_Ray]

I've heard that the only difference between a violin and a fiddle is it's okay to spill beer on a fiddle.

[@benh59]

More Jason Isbell, please. If We Were Vampires Cover Me Up Elephant Last of My Kind 24 Frames Tupelo You also might check out his wife's music, including her work with The HighWomen. I think you would like their music.

[@99sheepy]

Love, love your reactions. Jason Isbell is one of the best songwriters of the current generation. I can't recommend these other songs more strongly; If We Were Vampires, Cover Me Up, Last of My Kind, Streetlights, or Elephant.

[@jeffthomas3707]

"RogueRxyce uploaded": That's enough for me to stop whatever I'm doing.

[@RogueRxyce]

😂 🙌🏽

[@skippy9659]

Community. Begin at that level

[@izzyreel6730]

It’s a ‘fiddle’ when you buy it . It’s a ‘violin’ when you sell it.

[@cindypedano]

Loved it 😊

[@stevepetersen8979]

He's talking about privilege, he realizes that he gets advantages that others don't get. He isn't guilty about it entirely, but he knows it isn't right. He wants his daughter to have freedom and opportunity that is denied to his wife. He wants to live in a country that actually lives up to the ideals we express. Everyone being equal with equal opportunities. He says "there's no such thing as someone else's war." Springsteen used to say "remember no one is free until everyone is free." He hopes the world will open up for his daughter and for others that are repressed.

[@stevepetersen8979]

Jason always says that his wife Amanda Shires calls it a fiddle when she’s trying to buy it and a violin when she’s trying to sell it.

[@carlmartin9656]

Man! What a story this song tells. Best story since Son of Crazy Horse by J D Blackfoot. Great music by the Band.

[@Idonno1]

I recommend 'the elephant' and 'Codine' by Jason Isbell. You won't be disappointed but bring some tissues for 'the elephant'.

[@EdwinLaCroix]

Channel growing fast 🔥🔥

[@timb9525]

If We Were Vampires, please and thanks. Peace

[@reanimated]

Have you listened to Jack White? He's an incredible guitarist, been in multiple bands, and some of his solo music in particular fits this vibe. I feel like you'd have to do at least two contrasting songs. I nominate "Freedom at 21" or "Lazaretto" and for contrast, "Love Interruption" (solo) and the bluegrass version of "Top Yourself" by the Raconteurs. He's also got a great country singer on his label, Margo Price.

[@gdmjs]

calm down goosies.... i almost cried laughing XD

[@mickt3390]

Thank you. For sharing this .much appreciated. ...could you please react to lewis capaldi. Someone you loved 🙏🙏🙏🙏. Your smile is infectious. You bring me joy. With your reactions. Thank you for sharing your time with us 👏👏👏👏👏

[@RogueRxyce]

🙏🏽

[@20thanasi]

Great reactor.. Great content creator.. Subscribed...

[@RogueRxyce]

🙏🏽 thank you

[@20thanasi]

@@RogueRxyce be well ..peace.

[@gregmorrow8459]

Cover me up 👍👍👍

[@jameslaforce8436]

remember life

[@jeffsamuels3557]

aand a great guitarist

[@kennyseabolt6251]

Best song writer of this generation. If we were vampires and cover me up are both perfect songs

[@deborahbryan3639]

Your comforts aren't the only ones worth fighting for, we got the bones of the red men under our feet etc... These words are deep and oh so true! Love this song, and I don't know why I never heard it before. Will play it a lot more often now. This was a great reaction with strong words from you as well.