Charley Crockett - "That's How I Got to Memphis" (Official Video)

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  • Опубликовано: 14 апр 2019
  • "That’s How I Got To Memphis” taken from the album “Charley Crockett Presents: Lil’ G.L.’s Blue Bonanza”-Out Now
    Starring Honky Tonk legend James "Slim" Hand (slimhandbooking@gmail.com)
    Filmed on location in Memphis TN by Bobby Cochran bobbycochranphoto.com
    Download on iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/album/lil...
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    Original song written by Tom T. Hall 1969
    Copyright Son Of Davy LLC 2019
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Комментарии • 473

  • @jameshirsch4535
    @jameshirsch4535 2 месяца назад +14

    A classic written by Tom T. Hall.

  • @GabrielBennett-nr1gb
    @GabrielBennett-nr1gb Месяц назад +7

    Keeping real country alive

  • @FRS99J
    @FRS99J 4 года назад +303

    I have never been to Memphis and I miss it already.

    • @jamison1323
      @jamison1323 4 года назад +22

      Memphis is a hell hole

    • @jamison1323
      @jamison1323 4 года назад

      Q

    • @maxbunn3031
      @maxbunn3031 4 года назад +16

      You'll miss anywhere else when you get there

    • @1memphisskater1
      @1memphisskater1 4 года назад +5

      No you don’t

    • @brt1strrbb110
      @brt1strrbb110 4 года назад +7

      You misunderstand the song.. Memphis is where ever you are drawn to and need to go.

  • @cdickey3211
    @cdickey3211 3 месяца назад +6

    Ol Slim, God rest his soul. He was a mess but a joy to hang out with.

  • @jameswaldron4804
    @jameswaldron4804 2 года назад +51

    Charley Crockett, Tom T Hall, James Hand... absolute legends, each in their own right

  • @mattyoung589
    @mattyoung589 4 года назад +247

    This guy is exactly what country music needs! Would be grand to turn on country music radio and hear Charley

    • @jayfox7769
      @jayfox7769 3 года назад +18

      I don't even like what they call country these days, its pop music with cowboy hats that never met the sweat of a brow, this is country

    • @mikegoble984
      @mikegoble984 3 года назад +5

      It'll never happen.... he's too much country.

    • @14gears55
      @14gears55 3 года назад +3

      The problem is country music radio plays trash these days. That’s why I just plug in my phone and play Charley Crockett, Randall King, etc. Can’t stand what country radio had become

    • @beardinator
      @beardinator 3 года назад +3

      one day i'd love to host my own radio station and play classic country and newer stuff like this that has that old sound

    • @79series
      @79series 3 года назад

      @@14gears55 check the songs slim the guy in the clip does himself

  • @richardearle8612
    @richardearle8612 4 месяца назад +7

    😢I miss you my grandpa

  • @gkirozal4846
    @gkirozal4846 3 года назад +8

    I hate to say it, but without satellite radio, guys like Charley wouldn't get airplay at all on commercial radio. It's a real shame that we have to pay for great music when we used to get it all for free. Outlaw Country!!!

  • @AdamEmerson1420
    @AdamEmerson1420 4 года назад +99

    This is one of the saddest old school country songs that it's hard not to feel the pain

    • @beardinator
      @beardinator 3 года назад +5

      I feel the same way about Fool Somebody Else by Charley Crockett

  • @enriquemunozmartinez709
    @enriquemunozmartinez709 2 месяца назад +4

    R.I.P. James Hand "The real deal."

  • @keatonriley1959
    @keatonriley1959 3 года назад +13

    RIP James Hand

  • @musicfriekje
    @musicfriekje 4 года назад +73

    RIP James 'Slim' Hand 😢

  • @NC4MP
    @NC4MP Год назад +26

    Another classic song by Charley Crockett. I love how he pays tribute to the legends that came before with his own style.

  • @jdion79
    @jdion79 3 года назад +8

    Oh shit... that's James Hand...

  • @3rdPriority
    @3rdPriority 2 года назад +23

    This is probably the best cover of this song I've ever heard. Fantastic

    • @leonmartinalonso2920
      @leonmartinalonso2920 9 месяцев назад

      I recommend you a Spanish version called asi llegue a granada, by Hermanos Cubero

  • @SugarNova02
    @SugarNova02 3 месяца назад +7

    Can’t wait to see him in Memphis this weekend 😍🔥

  • @jamiedelaney9877
    @jamiedelaney9877 3 года назад +13

    I love when my city gets portrayed in a positive light instead of all the bad that does happen here. Memphis truly is a special place.

    • @johndelaney2114
      @johndelaney2114 3 года назад

      I'm a Delaney from down in the Delta..I grew on this music and style is Dwight... Charlie Pride..on old school country..but his eclectic style on all genre's he plays make him the BOMB..!!

    • @joannabreaks435
      @joannabreaks435 Год назад

      Amen.

  • @newageintimidator
    @newageintimidator 3 года назад +5

    R.I.P, Mr. Hand.

  • @deadskunk8733
    @deadskunk8733 2 года назад +8

    James, James, James, we miss you so so much. Thank you Charlie for keeping his music alive.

  • @diamonddave8693
    @diamonddave8693 3 года назад +6

    James Hand with the Band
    Rest In Peace

  • @Vinlyguyx420x
    @Vinlyguyx420x 3 года назад +68

    RIP James Hand! Thank you Charlie for introducing me to such a legend!

    • @svdd10
      @svdd10 2 года назад +4

      What a shame we'll never get to hear James and Charlie perform together!

    • @indianumberonecountry
      @indianumberonecountry Год назад +3

      @@svdd10 lots of those. Colter wall and Cash, Sturgill simpson and waylon, etc

    • @Vinlyguyx420x
      @Vinlyguyx420x 9 месяцев назад

      @@wh8378 very well said!

  • @davidsmith-hb1jx
    @davidsmith-hb1jx 2 года назад +8

    Lord knows how many times the great James Hand had to play for a near empty room of drunk people for a hundred bucks just like it's depicted in this video.

  • @yellowdoggranny
    @yellowdoggranny 3 года назад +17

    I love this, but as a long time and good friend of James Hand, this breaks my heart.

    • @yellowdoggranny
      @yellowdoggranny 9 месяцев назад

      @@wh8378 one of the best ...really do miss him. I have all of his cd's and when it hits me that he's gone I will get in my car drive around the country of West, Tokio and Leroy and play his cd's..bawling like a baby...sigh****

  • @UriahBennett
    @UriahBennett 5 лет назад +628

    This song makes me want to sit in a dingy bar and drink beer from a cold bottle on a Wednesday morning.

  • @AlphaBravoDingo
    @AlphaBravoDingo 3 года назад +5

    RIP James Hand!

  • @JJG86
    @JJG86 3 месяца назад +2

    Tom T Hall would approve.

  • @luckydog-287
    @luckydog-287 2 года назад +20

    Original music and lyrics by, Tom. T. Hall. It's worth a listen.

  • @PapaCasual
    @PapaCasual 4 года назад +88

    Working out in Florida. Due to this corona situation, haven't been able to see my wife and 3 month old for 2 months. Took off and got on three connecting flights to make it back to Memphis to get them and bring them here. Hell of a haul but I finally made it back and heard this song. Perfect. Thank you for this song.

    • @PapaCasual
      @PapaCasual 3 года назад +2

      @@MrVal024 all the best to you and your family

    • @mikeone718.
      @mikeone718. 3 года назад +2

      I'm sure they were happy to see you. God bless

    • @atc404770
      @atc404770 2 года назад

      And I was feeling bad because I’m stuck with work for a few weeks in OK and hoping to back it back to the other higher elevation side of TN to see my wife and three month old.

    • @totobrewer8530
      @totobrewer8530 2 года назад

      Remarkable version you can feel it kudos

  • @mimief7969
    @mimief7969 3 года назад +22

    This cover just elevates this song. Even though he's from Texas, his time in Louisiana helps him sing to the spirit of the Deep South like mostly only blues men can...

  • @jeremyhart5029
    @jeremyhart5029 5 лет назад +184

    Hey Charley Crockett... Thank you for representing an ecclectic sound of classic East Texas - Louisiana Folk/Blues/Jazz/Gospel/Soul/Zeideco. Thank you for dedicating yourself to the true art of music.

  • @janamckee1133
    @janamckee1133 3 года назад +7

    Rip Slim Love you bud

  • @lestihuff2091
    @lestihuff2091 11 месяцев назад +5

    Thank you Charlie Crockett for honoring a great talent such as James Hand. I saw him at a small honky tonk in San Antonio and as Willie Nelson said "He was the real deal". Glad I bought one of his cd's!

  • @levigodro9827
    @levigodro9827 4 года назад +14

    Tom T would be proud you did his song justice !!! Thanks for keeping the soul in music !!!!!’

  • @JohnnyRebWasATexan
    @JohnnyRebWasATexan 3 года назад +13

    Rest in Peace Mr James Hand.

  • @williamporter4871
    @williamporter4871 3 года назад +11

    Man Charley Crockett is just what I wanted to hear, old school country sound. Love his music.

  • @RoryLynott
    @RoryLynott 9 месяцев назад +1

    Huge Tom T fan, huge Crockett fan. Both of them make country COUNTRY.

  • @hopeclayburnsax9369
    @hopeclayburnsax9369 2 года назад +7

    I’ve been living for about 20 years now and came for the love of my family and music and haven’t left because it’s a great little city. This song will be in my head for years to come.

  • @richardmayfair-mattingly7633
    @richardmayfair-mattingly7633 7 месяцев назад +2

    Lordy lord . OLD T is back in town

  • @davidchenault2219
    @davidchenault2219 4 года назад +12

    I dunno how this video does not have millions of views. Certainly deserves it. James Hand!

  • @briandavidson7078
    @briandavidson7078 Месяц назад +1

    An old voice for new country!

  • @ctrygirl2001aw
    @ctrygirl2001aw 2 года назад +5

    Video is so sad cause now we've lost James Hand. We had a phenomenon and nobody much cared. It's a danm tragedy RIP James Hand. I'm never gonna stop trying to get you to become the Mega star that you've always deserved to be.

    • @TexasCool
      @TexasCool Год назад

      C.C.,Thank you for your kind words and praise for Slim. He left our world way too early. I am glad he called me "Pal" for 52 years. Respectfully yours, Denver

  • @WalturdTheCat
    @WalturdTheCat 5 лет назад +31

    Mix of a new voice with old school country. Man I love this!!!

  • @saxtonrg
    @saxtonrg 4 года назад +5

    that's James Hand!!!!!!

  • @westernwinchester70
    @westernwinchester70 3 года назад +4

    RIP Slim

  • @magprob
    @magprob Месяц назад +1

    One of my all time favorites and Charlie kills it!

  • @bradleybaugh2653
    @bradleybaugh2653 3 года назад +9

    Rest In Peace the the man I grew up listening to in the bars in west, Texas god bless that man I can still hear him playing in ol mynars or wolfs god gained a great one. RIP Slim

  • @jamesjodon2291
    @jamesjodon2291 4 года назад +11

    Man, I've been on a binge with your music out at this apartment. I get drunk and let everyone else enjoy the hell outta it too haha. Thank you sir!

    • @diseasedtestical
      @diseasedtestical Месяц назад

      not me whistling like a motherfucking bird at work pissing off everyone 💀 thank you sir! 🤣

  • @CoastalOutdoors
    @CoastalOutdoors 4 года назад +3

    R.I.P. James Hand.

  • @scotgardner4404
    @scotgardner4404 4 года назад +13

    Holy shit how is this guy not every where!? ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT

  • @kathydavis2147
    @kathydavis2147 3 года назад +3

    Lived there for 10 years. Loved it and miss it.

    • @marvin2678
      @marvin2678 2 месяца назад

      why did you move ?

    • @marvin2678
      @marvin2678 2 месяца назад

      @@gregnormal5101 good quetion

  • @Luckette27
    @Luckette27 2 года назад +4

    Beautiful pedal steel guitar on this song.

  • @moonshine5460
    @moonshine5460 4 года назад +7

    Damn boy this needs to be on country radio now.Your are what country radio is missing.You my friend are a legend in my mind.God Bless you and your music.I cant get enough give this dude some likes so he can be discovered.We need you on the big stage boss.

    • @DrDeath-pk2tt
      @DrDeath-pk2tt 4 года назад +1

      Seth Jenkins they rather have stupid ass rap crap that sounds the same that focuses on Disney teen kids and women in college thinking sex and drinking is good thing

  • @jacobwhite4803
    @jacobwhite4803 4 года назад +4

    RIP Mr. Hand

  • @JackieHall71
    @JackieHall71 5 лет назад +9

    My husband and I really enjoyed your show at the Kessler. It was a joy to have the honor or hear Mr. Hand and yourself. What a great time!

    • @gregnormal5101
      @gregnormal5101 Год назад

      Hello! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe.

  • @79series
    @79series 3 года назад +4

    I wonder what song slim was playing to in the clip.

  • @mattendicott2034
    @mattendicott2034 2 года назад +2

    Rest easy Tom. I'm sure there's faster horses, younger women, and older whiskey where you're at.

  • @paulkossak7761
    @paulkossak7761 2 года назад +7

    There is something In his voice that truly moves me.

    • @eduardo_davicio
      @eduardo_davicio Год назад

      There’s something in that slide guitar that resonates in my heart.

    • @joannabreaks435
      @joannabreaks435 Год назад

      It's one of the best in a while I agree

  • @DV77737
    @DV77737 2 года назад +3

    Stay out of Memphis Charley and get on to Texas Ol Son. God bless

  • @memphismemphis462
    @memphismemphis462 2 года назад +1

    Well I was born in Memphis Tn an still live here

  • @solomonsfarm
    @solomonsfarm Месяц назад +1

    James Hand! Hell yeah

  • @yricyric
    @yricyric 5 лет назад +27

    Excellent version of my favorite Tom T. Hall song. Thank you Charley!

  • @nomadjeff1922
    @nomadjeff1922 2 года назад +3

    RIP Tom T. Hall. Charley does a great job as usual.

  • @brucenenke-vk5nk
    @brucenenke-vk5nk 9 месяцев назад +2

    I like Oliver Anthony, something good came out of Appalachia but I am still listening to Charley Crockett.

  • @michaelroberts6838
    @michaelroberts6838 3 года назад +11

    How does my man sound like Dwight Yoakam AND Charlie Pride at the same damn time?!

  • @OkinawaSurf82
    @OkinawaSurf82 3 года назад +4

    This guy is a legend in the making

  • @danielsouthern411
    @danielsouthern411 2 месяца назад +1

    What a song.. talk about cool as heck

  • @thomasgricezodiac
    @thomasgricezodiac 3 года назад +4

    RIP to the great James Hand

  • @Free2Dice
    @Free2Dice 7 месяцев назад +1

    I just love this song

  • @shelleym4283
    @shelleym4283 2 года назад +2

    Charley Crockett is a soul man through and through

  • @henrygriffen40
    @henrygriffen40 2 года назад +1

    In memory of the late great Tom T. Hall,,thanks Charley for the memories

  • @keithallen8543
    @keithallen8543 4 года назад +4

    Dern, that's country! And RIP James Hand.

  • @ginaoneil9372
    @ginaoneil9372 2 года назад +5

    I cannot wait to see you at The Outlaw Music festival this summer at the original Woodstock site in Bethel NY this summer.Awesome voice and I love your style.Thanks for sharing.

    • @gregnormal5101
      @gregnormal5101 Год назад +1

      Hello! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe.

  • @joshdelafuente1171
    @joshdelafuente1171 4 года назад +4

    Rip James Hand

  • @blagship543
    @blagship543 3 года назад +1

    I'm a Memphian. Wish I could see my hometown thru these eyes.

  • @KenFoxmusic
    @KenFoxmusic 3 года назад +4

    Great song and Video RIP Mr. Hand

  • @ronniesorter1888
    @ronniesorter1888 2 года назад +1

    I used to haul milk to a processing plant that was in the slums of Memphis. Right next to the Blue Monkey Bar and Grill.🤣🤣

  • @tylerc5311
    @tylerc5311 5 лет назад +29

    I'm being exposed to all these great artists I would've never heard of if not for you Charley! Just wanted to say thank you for your music, I'm sharing you with everyone who'll listen here in L.A. Hopefully you'll do a show around here soon enough, it sure would be a treat to be able to support & see you live. Keep it up man, you're broadening the musical horizon of many a young man, more than you know. Thanks bud.

  • @danielcallahan5404
    @danielcallahan5404 Год назад +3

    Charley Crockett is awesome! This kind of soulful music is what we’ve been needing. Charley Crockett is bing worthy

  • @adamhook5778
    @adamhook5778 4 года назад +3

    James Hand!!

  • @chrisanderson7573
    @chrisanderson7573 Год назад +2

    Good stuff. God Bless Mr. Hand it was good to see him.

  • @darwynmead2597
    @darwynmead2597 3 месяца назад +1

    I think drinking beer and listen. This song is the best.

  • @harriscl8768
    @harriscl8768 4 года назад +2

    RIP slim

  • @franklegier1574
    @franklegier1574 5 лет назад +8

    Seems like you can actually hear some of the heartbreak in his voice. I believe this man lived through a trial or two in his life....GREAT rendition.

    • @MajorCordite
      @MajorCordite 2 года назад

      Ole recording trick. Tie an onion right below the microphone.

  • @stevedouglas7375
    @stevedouglas7375 5 лет назад +115

    Wow, Charley sure knows how to pick them! This song was written by legendary songwriter Tom T. Hall in 1969 and I believe this is the best cover of it --- hands down. Great job Charley! By the way, for those of you who aren't familiar with the songs of Tom T. Hall, check out his greatest hits, or whatever. The man has written some very good songs.

    • @TheVeek192
      @TheVeek192 4 года назад +2

      Seriously? Advice about Tom T Hall? Pffft.

    • @jamesnobles727
      @jamesnobles727 4 года назад

      Damn right

    • @stevedouglas7375
      @stevedouglas7375 4 года назад

      @@jamesnobles727 Cool!

    • @stevedouglas7375
      @stevedouglas7375 4 года назад +4

      @@TheVeek192 What in hell is wrong with me promoting Tom T Hall for the people who aren't aware of him??? Do you honestly think the whole fucking world knows who Tom T Hall is?? You come across as a fool. Don't be a fool.

    • @averycardosia2486
      @averycardosia2486 3 года назад

      Steve Douglas I’ve never heard of him and I’ve been a country music fan for over 20 years

  • @mjceaser
    @mjceaser 3 года назад +10

    I'd never heard of Charley Crockett before tonight. I just happened to come across his 'Lesson in Depression' and decided to watch another. I was pleasantly surprised when I immediately recognized James Hand in this video and heartbroken to read of his passing. It's a strange feeling. I'm looking forward to seeing what else Charley Crockett has to offer while mourning the loss of Slim.

  • @scottsaathoff3908
    @scottsaathoff3908 5 лет назад +9

    That's that damn sound right there!

  • @coldhardtruth2216
    @coldhardtruth2216 Год назад +1

    XM radio, channel 60, Outlaw country,. You can hear Charlie Crockett and many other artists that you don't hear on regular FM radio stations. Check it out.

  • @steveaustin5391
    @steveaustin5391 Год назад +1

    i'd give this at least 1 million more likes

  • @samuelcaballero9966
    @samuelcaballero9966 Год назад +1

    This man is from the valley and is arguably one of the most underrated Texas country music artists. Keep on singing brother

  • @ACOUSTIC_4LOVE
    @ACOUSTIC_4LOVE 3 года назад +3

    Great Song-well done. Reminds me of old 1960s country tunes you would hear on the Radio back in the Day 🇺🇸

  • @debishelton9647
    @debishelton9647 2 года назад +4

    A dynamic blend of Americana's sound; with an understanding of the common man's voice~in this gifted singer/songwriter. Enjoying his spin on traditional music in 2022! :)

    • @gregnormal5101
      @gregnormal5101 Год назад +1

      Hello! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe.

    • @debishelton9647
      @debishelton9647 Год назад +1

      @@gregnormal5101 I am now! 🙂

    • @gregnormal5101
      @gregnormal5101 Год назад +1

      @@debishelton9647 Hey! That’s very good to know, I just can’t stop myself from listening to this song anytime am alone! If I may ask which of all his songs is your favorite ? Have a great day… Stay Safe

    • @debishelton9647
      @debishelton9647 Год назад +1

      @@gregnormal5101 I like, "Jamestown Ferry", a lot, too.🙂

    • @gregnormal5101
      @gregnormal5101 Год назад

      @@debishelton9647 Hey! I'm truly move by your love and passion for lovely songs and I would love to know more about you because you seem nice and worth talking too but it's pubic here, can we chat off here if you don't mind? Have a great day... Stay Safe

  • @brittywren2877
    @brittywren2877 4 года назад +2

    If Dwight and Hank Sr. had a baby...Charley Crockett!!!! I love it!!!

  • @yourewelcome564
    @yourewelcome564 2 года назад +1

    Makes me yearn for a place I’ve never been

  • @janinesnyder8250
    @janinesnyder8250 3 года назад +2

    For example, my across the street neighbour’s daughter 12 years ago was named Memphis. Having never been to the place of the name, this one is funny that way too, but still really great.

  • @philholloway4424
    @philholloway4424 3 года назад +1

    Damn!!! Real country music at last!! Keep it coming Charley!!! You're the man!!! Tom T. Hall (songwriter here) would be proud!!!

  • @SergeCeyral
    @SergeCeyral 4 года назад +7

    Magnificent Martin D-42 in that clip and wonderful pedal steel sound, so nitty-gritty...

    • @Otisthelesser
      @Otisthelesser 3 года назад

      All D-42’s are magnificent. Just sayin...

  • @justinpalmer423
    @justinpalmer423 5 лет назад +25

    Hell yea. I seen James hand in the thumbnail so I had to click.

  • @timothydoyle4122
    @timothydoyle4122 4 месяца назад +1

    top shelf.

  • @VisionTwiist
    @VisionTwiist 3 года назад +2

    Can't wait to show my grandkids this music, only 22 with a great son but this music screams old-school love it

  • @KickmanIndy
    @KickmanIndy 4 года назад +5

    Classic Tom T Hall tune....Charley please continue the wonderful country music. Nashville executives need to take note. We need music like this! Not the stuff Nashville is releasing nowadays.