RIP Norton. I used to check him out with his band in the 70's. Amazing player. I have those first two vinyl albums and will never let them go... until I am also resting like Norton. Cheers.
Was fortunate to see Norton Buffalo and Steve Miller share the stage with the Dead at Buckeye Lake in July of '92. Earlier that summer I saw Miller and James Cotton on harmonica sit in with them in Chicago. Lot of heads didn't get the Steve Miller connection but he definitely added to the mix.
couldn't agree more, Loving in the Valley of the Moon....killer album....Norton also knows hgow to pick the best musicians !!gotta love that voice ! no other like it anywhere...
What an outstanding crew shakin things down- GREAT song. First became aware of this nugget through The Jerry Garcia Band rippin thru it every third show or so. Ole Fatty sure knew great music and it's provenance. LOVE the VIDEO, it's KILLER!
Back in '98, all my Norton Buffalo was lost in a basement flood at my old home. This amazing video is the reason that I'm heading out 1st thing tomorrow and picking up any and all of the Norton Buffalo I can find. I used to love him and now this video makes me realize I still do!
I heard Norton Buffalo when he first started with Steve Miller and I was hooked. An amazing harmonic player and singer. Went out and got his LPs. and played them alot. Was very sad to hear of his passing in 2009, such a loss of his tallent.
I agree Zoogyltd, this song is very reflective of the current times. I've been a Norton Buffalo fan for years and my brother gave me the album (R&B - very punny) this came from for Christmas sometime in the 90s. I love how Rogers and Buffalo's voices blend. Both great musicians too. Too bad they haven't released more albums.
Pure musical magic, that's what these two great Bluesmen always delivered. So glad & privileged that I got to see them "Live" several times. Truly sad though that I'll never get to see them on stage anymore. Sure miss Norton. Thankfully we have videos and recordings of this fabulous collaboration. For that reason I thank you for posting this.
Roy used to play my high school dances in the late 60's/early 70's with his first band, 4 Way Stop at Benicia High School. One of Vallejo's favorite sons & the finest slide guitarist ever. I saw his 40th birthday gig with the Delta Rhythm Kings at Slims in S.F. many years ago.
Brother, you were so kind and considerate to my friends, the Turks, who came to see you often at the Freight and Salvage in their wheel chairs. You always had something to laugh about. I hope you're still laughing. You are the greatest!
in reply to thompsonlake..I have the aforementioned book circa 1980..N. Buffalo's name is very briefly mentioned (once) in a book of 125 pages filled with musical transcriptions. I bought and enoyed his album Loving in the valley of the moon" back around then.This is the first I've heard of him since,"sameness" comes to mind " the most well rounded...player in history etc"? I do like the guys stuff (whitebread can be edifying too) but really now, maybe you need to get out a little more?
If you want to be entertained by costumes and show, go watch Cher videos. If you want virtuoso performance and mastery of instruments you've come to the right place.
I had the opportunity to play with Norton a few times while on tour in Montana. It was an experience I still remember quite well. He is sorely missed.
RIP Norton. I used to check him out with his band in the 70's. Amazing player. I have those first two vinyl albums and will never let them go... until I am also resting like Norton. Cheers.
Wow. Just spectacular in every way
Always surprised that more people aren’t into this. I’m a fan.
Jerry brought me here.
Green Means me too
Me 3
And me. Thank you, Jerry ❤⚡💙
Green Means
Same here!!!
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Was fortunate to see Norton Buffalo and Steve Miller share the stage with the Dead at Buckeye Lake in July of '92. Earlier that summer I saw Miller and James Cotton on harmonica sit in with them in Chicago. Lot of heads didn't get the Steve Miller connection but he definitely added to the mix.
RIP Norton, a wonderful harp player and fixture in the bay area music scene. Well done sir.
couldn't agree more, Loving in the Valley of the Moon....killer album....Norton also knows hgow to pick the best musicians !!gotta love that voice ! no other like it anywhere...
Saw these two at the Mystic Theater in Petaluma last Saturday. ther were amazingly good. One of the best shows I've ever seen.
Lucky you!
What an outstanding crew shakin things down- GREAT song. First became aware of this nugget through The Jerry Garcia Band rippin thru it every third show or so. Ole Fatty sure knew great music and it's provenance. LOVE the VIDEO, it's KILLER!
Back in '98, all my Norton Buffalo was lost in a basement flood at my old home. This amazing video is the reason that I'm heading out 1st thing tomorrow and picking up any and all of the Norton Buffalo I can find. I used to love him and now this video makes me realize I still do!
Rest in peace Brother new him for 24 Years GREAT GREAT PERSON.RIP
that was great and seeing my grandpa in there was awesome with his cool hot rod
I heard Norton Buffalo when he first started with Steve Miller and I was hooked. An amazing harmonic player and singer. Went out and got his LPs. and played them alot. Was very sad to hear of his passing in 2009, such a loss of his tallent.
I agree Zoogyltd, this song is very reflective of the current times. I've been a Norton Buffalo fan for years and my brother gave me the album (R&B - very punny) this came from for Christmas sometime in the 90s. I love how Rogers and Buffalo's voices blend. Both great musicians too. Too bad they haven't released more albums.
Pure musical magic, that's what these two great Bluesmen always delivered. So glad & privileged that I got to see them "Live" several times. Truly sad though that I'll never get to see them on stage anymore. Sure miss Norton. Thankfully we have videos and recordings of this fabulous collaboration. For that reason I thank you for posting this.
Roy used to play my high school dances in the late 60's/early 70's with his first band, 4 Way Stop at Benicia High School. One of Vallejo's favorite sons & the finest slide guitarist ever. I saw his 40th birthday gig with the Delta Rhythm Kings at Slims in S.F. many years ago.
Rest In Peace Norton .....you rocked us while you were here ...PEACE
Ain't no Bread in the Breadbox
Wonderful !! Thank you
i agree with that completely. spirituals are unlike any other type of music
Thank you God for giving us Norton Buffalo... we will miss him immensely...
This is a thing of beauty - God Bless Norton Buffalo.
Another fine light has burned out...
We will miss you Norton.. peace
Then why American youth are so great musicians in rock and pop music. Because of small they look to these two great musicians.
RIP Norris Buffalo
these guys have to be the best harmonica/guitar duo ever!!
Sonny Taylor and Brownie McGhee actually... But I do love this.
Amazing Video, Amazing Man. May the rays of the healing light shine around him.
Great song Norton & Roy,
I'm sending you my love, prayers and healing light.
Good bye Mr Buffalo.....RIP....we`ll miss you...And thanks for your music.
Not only that....but the best hats in the business.
Two incredibly talented players Norton is a harp master and Roy Rogers is redefined slide guitar
never seen a video clip with these guys, awsome!
Those boys had the groove!
Songs this good are written once in a blue moon!
Two greats! RIP Norton....
Norton was an original and remaining member in the Steve Miller Band, played his own stuff and paired with Roy; quite a legend.
very nice - fantastic!
Brother, you were so kind and considerate to my friends, the Turks, who came to see you often at the Freight and Salvage in their wheel chairs. You always had something to laugh about. I hope you're still laughing. You are the greatest!
Doesn't get any better! Open up your eye's little darling!
rip norton, we miss you allready
ya know, he might not be "hollywood" or slick Nashville looking, but ya gotta give him this .....the man has STYLE......
God Rest ye BLUESY SOUL NORTON...
This is good shit dude 😎
and whatta tambourine player, god bless you norton
Rest in Peace Norton Buffalo...
tnkiu, i found it in EMULE, it's the only one of i have
My sentiment exactly.
Awsome..... Harmonicadave
Blue eyed soul! oh yea , makes my belly groan ,feeling those hunger pangs, somebody make me a samwich please
in reply to thompsonlake..I have the aforementioned book circa 1980..N. Buffalo's name is very briefly mentioned (once) in a book of 125 pages filled with musical transcriptions. I bought and enoyed his album Loving in the valley of the moon" back around then.This is the first I've heard of him since,"sameness" comes to mind " the most well rounded...player in history etc"? I do like the guys stuff (whitebread can be edifying too) but really now, maybe you need to get out a little more?
R. I. P.
Wow, that's a treasure! Where did you find that? I'm hoping to someday see a video of Norton's band The Stampede from Austin City Limits in 1979.
Realy enjoy ritme, great for me self an with others together...move on.
Norton was a sweet cat and a shit-hot harp player. He also did the best Walter Brennan impression of anyone I've known.
Wow ! 😳
Norton was far too young. He really was one of the best of the blues harp players.
yep
Goodbye Norton
If this isn't a little slice of heaven... then what is?
Well, I'm told they DO play HARPS up there : )
shit thats good poor norton never got his due
the best Blues duo of all time. Maybe tied for first with Sonny Terry & Brownie McGee. That's a real toss up. Better voices. Killer players.
@spareaxe if by corny you mean totally awesome
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hey ya'll .. check out jimmy buffett's son of a son of a sailor
I love what these guys are doing but Sonny Terry & Brownie McGee came from a different time, place & background. Not a valid comparison ;)
hah
If you want to be entertained by costumes and show, go watch Cher videos. If you want virtuoso performance and mastery of instruments you've come to the right place.
Rest in peace Brother new him for 24 Years GREAT GREAT PERSON.RIP