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    The truth of what makes Western AF work is obviously the musicians, but we wouldn't be anywhere without their artist suggestions. We don't pretend to be discoverers of all of these musicians and they certainly don't miraculously fall into our laps. No, we really owe it to people like Chris Acker, that showed us the amazing music of Dean Johnson.
    You may have heard of Dean. One of the members of the band, Sons of Rainier. Another great band that can't be missed. Please go listen to them.
    Dean has been working on his debut album for several years and it's almost time for it to come to light. Maybe another half year or so from now, y'all will be able to hear some of the most amazing songwriting we've ever laid ears on.
    This was a special time in our WAF outings. It was my first time going solo without a crew, and learning how to make these vids by myself. It was also scurry with COVID on the rise. We all were trying to be proper and not get each other sick. But we made it work.
    We shot this at AL's TAVERN in Seattle, WA. Chris Acker told me all about this place. That as much as I wanted to go the famous Dick's burgers, a Seattle trip wouldn't be complete with a visit to Al's. It had been closed for a while. The windows were bordered up, floor cluttered. I think having Dean, Chris and Sam seemed to revive the character of that place.
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    Sound Mixer: Curtis Harnish
    Second Camera: Reed McCoy
    Editor: Manuel Deakins
    Executive Producer: Johnny Callahan & Chris Acker
    Special thanks: Al's Tavern, Sam Gelband & Charlie Meyer
    Producers: Brian Harrington & Mike Vanata ( Square State Film )
    All rights reserved 2021 © Square State Film
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  • @WesternAF
    @WesternAF  2 года назад +11

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  • @deanjohnson9932
    @deanjohnson9932 2 года назад +492

    Thanks to all of you for the overwhelmingly loving and generous messages. I’m blown away! An album will be out at some point in 2022, along with more Dean from this shoot and future WesternAF shoots. Big love to Mike Vanata and the WesternAF team, along with Chris Acker and Mr. Sam Gelband for the joyous evening we had singing songs at Al’s. Also, to Charlie Meyer, Reed McCoy (spontaneous extra cameraman) and Mayme O’toole. 👂❤️🎼

    • @erichimes3062
      @erichimes3062 2 года назад +9

      Please press that record on LP!

    • @mathewwest4978
      @mathewwest4978 2 года назад +1

      A huge thank you for this beauty!

    • @troywallette9923
      @troywallette9923 2 года назад +1

      Love you Dean!! Please drop more music!!

    • @CyberCowboy7777
      @CyberCowboy7777 2 года назад +5

      The community over at Americana Addicts loved this when I submitted it for the Burt Byler live stream over on twitch. I for one am hoping for an interview at some point. Thanks for the music.

    • @TcTrevlac
      @TcTrevlac 2 года назад +3

      I am extremely glad to hear this.

  • @mosesclough5248
    @mosesclough5248 2 года назад +173

    Dean is my friend. I'm so proud of him, his singing and songwriting. He's very humble too.

    • @brotherwest3795
      @brotherwest3795 2 года назад +1

      Your a very lucky to have a friend like Dean! He seems like a wonderful Soul!

    • @hueydogood2618
      @hueydogood2618 2 года назад +1

      Does he have an album for sale? I want to support his music been searching and trying to find but can’t plz post a link if there is one

    • @deanjohnson9932
      @deanjohnson9932 2 года назад +10

      Thanks for the love, MC MuleSkinner! There will be an album out at some point in 2022. It’ll be the first. There will be more Dean/WesternAF activity that will announce a date.

    • @onixx1l
      @onixx1l Год назад

      does dean have music anywhere but "far away skies" and this video? I really enjoy his music

  • @Willi-Carlisle
    @Willi-Carlisle 2 года назад +171

    Talk about undeniable. This is heaven.

    • @Freedirtrecords
      @Freedirtrecords 2 года назад +3

      Amen

    • @Zombie_Strings
      @Zombie_Strings 2 года назад +3

      You should do some good slow western ballads man, that would be great. God bless!

    • @TheMidnightModder
      @TheMidnightModder 2 года назад +2

      Where's Jesus? I want to meet the man!

    • @Zombie_Strings
      @Zombie_Strings 2 года назад +1

      @@TheMidnightModder read your KJV Bible start in Matthew and keep on holding

    • @that1guy899
      @that1guy899 2 года назад +1

      The epitome of "art"!

  • @delmedico6804
    @delmedico6804 2 года назад +40

    Holy sheeet. As soon as he started singing I started welling up. This is timeless

  • @st0tes5020
    @st0tes5020 3 месяца назад +3

    An unassuming but undeniable master. Am stoked to be seeing him open for Jenny Lewis soon. No disrespect to Jenny Lewis- but I’m not going there to see Jenny Lewis. Johnson’s music conveys a heart that resonates with a place that feels timelessly ancient yet familiar to tomorrow’s yesterday. Vocal melodies that flow with a prairie’s terrain. Each song a unique soundtrack befitting the solitude of a sunset. So rarely does music convey such a palpable condensation of soul.

  • @cedarriver
    @cedarriver 2 года назад +78

    Damn, didn't expect that voice for sure. Appearance fooled me once again. Good one though for sure!
    Chords and lyrics below folks, have fun playing
    Capo on 2, Standard tuning
    D7/F# 20021x
    Verses G / Bm / Em / C
    Chorus G D7/F# G / B7 Em / C C/B Am / D7 / G Am D7/F# G
    [Verse 1]
    If true love hopes you're happy babe
    I guess my love is false
    For though it's all in vain
    I'm wishing you years of rain
    [Verse 2]
    If true love has no conditions
    It forgives of everything
    I just can't let nothing go
    I know, I know, I know
    [Chorus]
    Oh true love
    You showed me sure enough
    That I'm not one to learn
    A jealous man I burned
    Oooooooh
    [Verse 3]
    If true love has no posessions
    It has an open hand
    Well I tried to hold you in my fist
    Ever since the first time that we kissed
    [Verse 4]
    True love, true love
    Darling you're so fair
    With your open arms
    You tried to guide me there
    [Chorus]
    Oh true love
    Distant as the stars above
    But from your light I'm turned
    I'm not one to learn
    True love
    [Verse 5]
    If true love hopes you're happy baby
    Then yes, my love is false
    And you were wise all along
    It ain't no mystery you're gone

    • @deanjohnson9932
      @deanjohnson9932 2 года назад +4

      Nice work, Cedar River! Even the lyrics are mostly correct. Not easy with mumbly me❤️

    • @cedarriver
      @cedarriver 2 года назад

      @@deanjohnson9932 Thanks a lot for your kind words and for the song Dean! Feel free to correct my lyrics if there's anything wrong with it!

    • @chadagreene
      @chadagreene 2 года назад +1

      @@cedarriver For the very last line I hear "It ain't no mystery you're gone."

    • @chadagreene
      @chadagreene 2 года назад +1

      @@cedarriver Thanks for doing this. I think "You shout me sure enough" -> You showed me sure enough"

    • @cedarriver
      @cedarriver 2 года назад +1

      @@chadagreene Cheers, corrected both lines!

  • @benjaminhaines881
    @benjaminhaines881 Год назад +20

    It’s 0130am. I’m drunk. I always listen to this song when I’m drunk because it’s perfect. Strip away commercialism, strip away populism. A perfect song. Heartfelt. Incredible. Thank you Dean.

  • @ConorBerry
    @ConorBerry 2 года назад +4

    Well, hear I am again, listening to this for the hundredth time...

  • @pmwhitlock
    @pmwhitlock 2 года назад +17

    Felt like I got the wind knocked out of me as soon as he started singing.

    • @deanjohnson9932
      @deanjohnson9932 2 года назад +2

      Oof, thanks!

    • @pmwhitlock
      @pmwhitlock 2 года назад +1

      @@deanjohnson9932 Thanks to you. Been a lot of fun going through and learning your tunes.

  • @cade2277
    @cade2277 Год назад +9

    Dean seems like the type of person who will sit down and talk to you for an hour about life even though it’s the first time you’ve met. Special quality in a person to be so inviting ! Looking forward to the upcoming album!

  • @douglaspatrick868
    @douglaspatrick868 2 года назад +12

    Man, I ugly cried listening to this, reminds me so much of one of my favorite people and songwriters, the late Jason Molina. Miss that guy...

  • @myroslavszkodyn4170
    @myroslavszkodyn4170 2 года назад +9

    Was lucky enough to see Dean play recently, and I was blown away. Speechless. Incredible lyricist and musician.

  • @calvin7472
    @calvin7472 2 года назад +12

    Dean seems like a cool dude. I wish him all the best

  • @jacko6118
    @jacko6118 2 года назад +37

    Good lawd…the places, the moments, the people. All three combine create an unforgettable glimpse in time. Incredible song.

  • @florianniebauer3705
    @florianniebauer3705 2 года назад +34

    HOLY SHIT! So much charisma, so much pain and honesty in this voice, wish him the best of luck and success! Love from Germany!

  • @num7088
    @num7088 Год назад +1

    Had to pick up my jaw off the floor before I typed this comment. I expected nothing like what I just listened to. Exquisite.

  • @MichelMello01
    @MichelMello01 2 года назад +13

    I thought he was going to sound like Sam Elliot, but then came this absolutely angelical voice.

  • @jacoboster5126
    @jacoboster5126 2 года назад +5

    I saw Dean in Boise yesterday… I couldn’t control tears running down my face… he is a true talent of song writing. A life changing experience from an amazing human being.

  • @Bryant5150
    @Bryant5150 2 года назад +8

    Wow! Was not expecting that. 6:07 am with coffee, cigarette, and Dean. The day is starting off pretty good.

  • @michaelj.7121
    @michaelj.7121 2 года назад +76

    I was not expecting this to be so captivating. Boy did I get lost in his sweet sound. Thanks for this one!

  • @tomvgeddes
    @tomvgeddes 2 года назад +21

    Jesus. This is why I love this channel. Just stunning.

  • @jwollheim
    @jwollheim 2 года назад +3

    Goddamn y’all dig up some gems. So thankful for you and Gems, makes such a big difference

  • @suellenelm3087
    @suellenelm3087 2 года назад +1

    THIS SONG LOOPED MY BRAIN 🧠

  • @frankklive3921
    @frankklive3921 2 года назад +2

    this guy has quickly turned into my idol, thanks western

  • @drue6360
    @drue6360 2 года назад +6

    I keep coming back to this song since it dropped. I can’t get this out of my head, I feel it, I feel it deep.

    • @deanjohnson9932
      @deanjohnson9932 2 года назад +1

      So nice, thanks!

    • @drue6360
      @drue6360 2 года назад

      @@deanjohnson9932 brother I’m following your stuff from now til forever!

  • @forestgreenjr3559
    @forestgreenjr3559 2 года назад +6

    Greatest music in the world right here. Met the love of my life in a dark bar like that . With her 21 year so far

  • @PinchHitHero
    @PinchHitHero 2 года назад +3

    I just watched Dean perform tonight with Esther Rose to kick off her tour, and all I have to say is please, please release some more when the time is right.
    The world needs more Dean Johnson in it. He is truly a magical talent. My heart is full to bursting right now.

  • @SmealCo
    @SmealCo 2 года назад +10

    I like the 4:3 aspect of this video. Give the video and song a nostalgic feel. Great song and performance too.

  • @LewdMobster
    @LewdMobster Год назад +2

    Woah, what a voice. I didn't judge, I was surprised. Really good.

  • @TannerHoskins1
    @TannerHoskins1 2 года назад +3

    Just from listening to this I have a sense that you’re a fantastic loving friend. Some songs have a way of making that nap on the back of your neck stand, this is one of those songs for me. Just breathe taking and Beautiful.

  • @plantman5545
    @plantman5545 2 года назад +3

    “I just can’t let nothing go”
    Me too ,Dean… me too

  • @jaysonbarretto222
    @jaysonbarretto222 Год назад +2

    I'm so blown away by the music you're releasing, Dean. It brings me back to the best times if my childhood at my aunt and uncle's log cabin. So privileged to live in Bellingham and get to see you play live often with SOR. Please keep doing what you do.
    🙌🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @layneroytman5402
    @layneroytman5402 Год назад +1

    OMG! I fell in love with this album knowing nothing about Dean and hes so much more adorable than I imagined.

  • @roamwithry4811
    @roamwithry4811 2 года назад +4

    wow! He is special.We need more

  • @jason30strange
    @jason30strange 2 года назад +11

    Wow. I wanted that from him based on his appearance, but man I was not expecting that to be so damned good. The counts and phrasing he chose to go with are the freshest I have heard since EVER! What a great algorithm folly. Thank you RUclips and thank you sir for writing the best song I have heard in years. Sincerely, a true music lover.

  • @KaukTim
    @KaukTim 2 года назад +8

    Over and over you guys find diamonds in the rough. Another unique voice and artist...just great!

  • @darrenanderson2244
    @darrenanderson2244 2 года назад +3

    Dean Johnson and Western AF are Great AF!!!

  • @jameswilson6505
    @jameswilson6505 2 года назад +5

    Wonderful "work" Sir
    I would wait another 15yrs to hear something so lovely.
    Take as much time as you need, but please write and record another 🙏 😊

    • @deanjohnson9932
      @deanjohnson9932 2 года назад +1

      Haha, a patient man! There’ll be more to come in 2022. Thanks for your message.

  • @robhenry4197
    @robhenry4197 2 года назад +3

    Shedding tears before the first chorus. Theres something really special about this song

  • @Der_Heilige_Toaster
    @Der_Heilige_Toaster Месяц назад

    I'm not crying you are crying. Who is cutting onions

  • @farinfisher6338
    @farinfisher6338 2 года назад +10

    This is one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard & I haven't cried because of a song in years

  • @dangitsalec
    @dangitsalec 2 года назад +9

    It's very clear that mustache has bestowed him with mystical powers to sing with vocal chocolate.

  • @brendonleary
    @brendonleary 2 года назад +6

    Coming down toward a hanging night, I was really not feeling like crying,
    Obviously it wasn't too far below this aching skin...
    Thanks.

  • @davidleroth8644
    @davidleroth8644 2 года назад +3

    Had a hard time holding a few tears back at the breakfast diner bar. What a beautiful song, man.

    • @erichimes3062
      @erichimes3062 2 года назад

      I’m ready for a Van Halen reunion with the ORIGINAL line-up. Well, we’ll have to find a sit-in for Eddie

  • @shanethetrain13
    @shanethetrain13 2 года назад +5

    Western AF, you are amazing. I am a metal head at heart, but this content is just what I need!

    • @malaquiasalfaro81
      @malaquiasalfaro81 2 года назад +2

      Crazy isn’t it? Some of the heaviest hardest songs I’ve ever heard are from the early half of the 20th century

    • @WesternAF
      @WesternAF  2 года назад +2

      Y’all got a proper heart. Keep discovering. It’s the best medicine

  • @zstalochify
    @zstalochify 2 года назад +4

    That was fantastic. Go Dean!

  • @N1ghtFlower
    @N1ghtFlower 2 года назад +20

    god, i love this channel, the vibes are always **chef's kiss**

  • @threalharrydubois
    @threalharrydubois 2 года назад +7

    Its been a while a song just instantly redirected my attention. Came back to this several times today. Boy am i looking forward to this album. Great cinematography aswell, the nostalgic format captured the moment perfectly.

  • @fredmichaels418
    @fredmichaels418 2 года назад +10

    I love this Channel for introducing me to Folks I would have never thought to give a listen to .
    I appreciate it , Western A F

  • @jwotton7
    @jwotton7 Год назад +2

    This song is absolutely beautiful.

  • @bryanbogater6645
    @bryanbogater6645 2 года назад +1

    There should be a Western AF record club.I can't get enough of the music on this channel.

  • @texast7272
    @texast7272 2 года назад +8

    Wow this is great, a lot of talent right there!
    Small world I got my boots re-soled at Swansons right next door just a couple weeks back and had no idea there was a tavern right next door. I’ll have to stop into Al’s and have a beer!

  • @drue6360
    @drue6360 2 года назад +3

    Holy shit that voice! I wasn’t expecting that.

  • @nathanschrahl9839
    @nathanschrahl9839 2 года назад +1

    He is genuine he is phenomenal truly a great sincerely wow

  • @conlinkrebs6844
    @conlinkrebs6844 2 года назад +8

    WOW. Loved the personality, loved the song. You have gained a fan.

  • @brianbrianbification
    @brianbrianbification 2 года назад +7

    Woah. Lovin this guy. Not at all what I expected

  • @cdymcclanahan
    @cdymcclanahan 2 года назад +7

    Breath taking change in between your speaking voice and your vocal presents.
    I've heard my voice don't match my singing voice but now I'll tell them they have no idea thanks Western AF you did it again....
    Keep up the great work definitely a new fan!

  • @tobydahm590
    @tobydahm590 2 года назад +9

    Wow! You guys have tons of great music but this was something special!
    Definitely need more of Dean! Way more!

  • @dirtymccurty
    @dirtymccurty 2 года назад +5

    damn, that was amazing. what a talent

  • @m.i.stapes
    @m.i.stapes 2 года назад +1

    That dude is a gem

  • @tobiasbunte-bowman4493
    @tobiasbunte-bowman4493 2 года назад +2

    Goosebumps and tears 🙈😍....so beautiful....greetings from germany

  • @glenndanzig8673
    @glenndanzig8673 2 года назад +3

    Shoot that gave me goosebumps, wonderful!

  • @johndavies5023
    @johndavies5023 2 года назад +2

    Great story to start and I'm thinking okay you've got my attention, what's next... then that voice just blows you away. Great low key performance that really allows the musician to shine.

  • @ambernrockey
    @ambernrockey 2 года назад +4

    The physical reaction I had when he started singing….. Jesus Christ

  • @alectucker9439
    @alectucker9439 2 года назад +4

    Beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing, Dean, wonderful wonderful stuff. Brings me joy.

  • @wordgifts
    @wordgifts 2 года назад +3

    Just Lovely. Dean. Voice sounds so nice.

  • @carolynrc
    @carolynrc 2 года назад +3

    So sweet. Pure and true in sound and message.

  • @ethaneverette7106
    @ethaneverette7106 2 года назад +3

    Western AF, you never disappoint when you show up on my page. Please keep up the good work! And for Dean…. my friend you have a voice that could make an angel weep.

  • @SarahShay
    @SarahShay 2 года назад +4

    Love to see all these new people discovering Dean's amazing voice! Can't wait for the album 💜

  • @Bscott-390
    @Bscott-390 2 года назад +1

    Dang. Dude's awesome.

  • @Fredz_Z
    @Fredz_Z Год назад +1

    This was one of the most wholesome, jaw-dropping and beautiful performances I've ever witnessed. When he started to sing, it immediately gave me goosebumps all over my body and filled my eyes with tears. This song is true beauty in itself, and I can't think of a better way to start the new year of 2023 than to be fortunate enough to find this amazing gem. Looking forward to the album release Dean! All the love from Sweden. 🇸🇪❤️

  • @jackboccelli8591
    @jackboccelli8591 2 года назад +5

    This channel is a blessing. Thank you for sharing this beautiful song

  • @mrpooppoop420
    @mrpooppoop420 2 года назад +5

    Great stuff y'all. Can't wait to hear that album.

  • @MJorgy5
    @MJorgy5 2 года назад +3

    There are moments I hear a little bit of Ray LaMontagne, but this guy is truly unique. 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @wingy252
    @wingy252 2 года назад +3

    Woah I did not expect that voice. Thanks for the beautiful performance

  • @crimegods1607
    @crimegods1607 2 года назад +3

    What a great song and voice. Looking forward to the album release

  • @vodenapuska4796
    @vodenapuska4796 2 года назад +1

    Brilliant!

  • @christopherpurcell8131
    @christopherpurcell8131 2 года назад +4

    one of the best i've heard on here in quite a while killer!

  • @thayerkids
    @thayerkids 2 года назад +2

    Holy shit! More of this guy, we need that album out!

  • @rickerson81
    @rickerson81 2 года назад +2

    Such a beautiful song...

  • @luvmalynn
    @luvmalynn 2 года назад +2

    Absolutely beautiful and a perfect way to start my day. Thank you

  • @yannicktango9093
    @yannicktango9093 2 года назад +3

    Holyyy moly. This was so lovely. Moved me to tears

  • @sgtrenegade
    @sgtrenegade Год назад +1

    beautiful

  • @dclnmre
    @dclnmre 2 года назад +3

    Beautiful song, love his vocals

  • @brentanllewellyn3898
    @brentanllewellyn3898 2 года назад +2

    Awesome.
    Great music.

  • @mcscwared
    @mcscwared 2 года назад +4

    This is fantastic.

  • @christopherhenderson7303
    @christopherhenderson7303 2 года назад +5

    That was wonderful! I enjoyed the heck out of this one. Keep 'em coming!

  • @maryaquino6052
    @maryaquino6052 2 года назад +1

    What a lovely song!

  • @idlesong
    @idlesong Год назад

    this is so beautiful. thank you for sharing this with the world. i am forever grateful!

  • @donniemullins2719
    @donniemullins2719 7 месяцев назад

    Such a pure voice

  • @nicholasj4355
    @nicholasj4355 2 года назад +1

    Absolutely lovely. No better way to describe it.

  • @cheezr3459
    @cheezr3459 2 года назад +2

    A truly captivating song. Loved every second of it.

  • @mizhenheimer307
    @mizhenheimer307 2 года назад +4

    This is gorgeous! Thank you for always finding cool new artists to introduce us to!

  • @PaulOnMars
    @PaulOnMars 2 года назад +3

    This was the realest, nicest, most evocative experience of my day. I feel like I've glimpsed a man's life and heard a message worthy of being passed down for all time. I believe we have a male Morgan Wade here, come to save the music from its present vapidity. Great job to everyone involved. This was poetry. Pure and simple.

  • @westleycarter1773
    @westleycarter1773 2 года назад

    Beautiful- you captured something timeless

  • @rainad5482
    @rainad5482 2 года назад

    Oh my goodness 💙🎶 Absolutely beautiful. Thanm you so very much for sharing!

  • @deborahdanhauer8525
    @deborahdanhauer8525 2 года назад +3

    What a lovely voice!🐝🤗🙁

  • @nirvana613
    @nirvana613 2 года назад +3

    Thank God for this channel and all the wonderful things you upload. I would never see so many honest and beautiful songs and musicians otherwise. Thank you Western AF !!!

  • @asultansdemise
    @asultansdemise 2 года назад

    Songs like this make my soul cry at 🌙