Thanx STEVE. You are the man, professor of Gibson (and Martin). It is a joy to see you strum my favorite Earle song. We are the same age, and I really did have a job pumping gas 35 years ago...Hoping today to master playing it myself, on a cheap, stout Washburn auditorium w/ the spruce top. And thank you for a career that includes songs of organized labor. Without unions, many of us would be dangling wage slaves. God bless you and reward you. Times are tough, and I wish more music could play a role in protesting (so many issues to choose). Less guns, more guitars.
Thanks again to Steve Earle for this series.. I love that song, Someday. It is very special to hear Steve sing it to us, playing that beautiful guitar.
Nice job Steve... I usually don't like the maple back and sides but they do have their place. You know what I'd love? An album of your tunes stripped down, just you and an acoustic like this. That would rock.
Thanks Steve. The guitar is great and the song even better - and your voice sounds awesome. This song really needs a booming acoustic and this Gibson fits the bill.
Thank you for performing "Someday"on that wonderful guitar. Makes me think of when you and The Dukes played it at the Paradiso in Amsterdam and when the crowd sings along that one line "Someday I'll put her on that Interstate and never look back". I hope we can look forward to more of that... someday....♥
Very nice guitar indeed. I was playing my 46 j45 back and forth with my 50s martin earlier todayand had this epiphany that what I think i like about the old gibsons is they have this different quality of sound like they might fall apart at any moment. I love it
Steve, the headstock layin is called the Mother of Pearl Crown or Holly inlay. Holly tree wood was used for the faceplate of '50s vintage Les Pauls (and probably other guitars of that era).
Great song. Great sounding guitar. I make acoustic guitars and I think the Gibson J 185 is the perfect shape. That’s why I make some inspired by the J185.
Really good song choice for this episode. That song kind of reminds me of my hometown of Madison County Virginia so I've always loved it. Beautiful guitar I recently had somebody refer to me as a good time guitar player. I was a little offended but we all know that trying to understand what people mean is like trying to herd mosquitoes. It just don't work😆🤪
That is one deep bench. I should have expected it after this walk through....but damn! One of the finest guitars I ever played. And I I’ve only every played one, beside the Everly Bothers reissue (too skinny of a nut) and a Kevin Kopp K-185. He nailed it. The most most perfect small/big guitar and I’m surprised they weren’t more popular. What’s next...? “Oh’ F**k” -quote of the day. Glad to know Im not the only one that struggles with modern gadgets . My sentiments exactly, most everyday about most things.
you can call it a Maltese Cross if you don't want to call it an Iron Cross . btw the Iron Cross was first awarded in 1813 during Prussia's war against France and Napoleon .
Got a chance to talk to him after a show one night in Canada and actually started talking about of all things. Guitars and why the switch from Gibsons to Martin's and some of the gear he uses. 10 min conversation I'll always remember.
Steve demonstrates an key piece of the performing art...if you keep the rhythm going, most of your audience will not notice minor glitches.. Thanks for the tip Steve.
I wonder what writing a song like “Someday” feels like. Do you just put down the pick and the pen and say, “nailed it?” These videos - classic guitars and great songs - cannot be beat.
Thanks Steve! I only own one Gibson....there is a reason for that. $$$$.....maybe I'll try trading someday...I really want a J185 or J 100.....not into bling ....just Great sound and as I age (62) playability....my damn hands hurt....my J35 is awesome so I'm very thankful to have it.....
Hi Steve, love those old Gibsons, what great souls, and different characters they have. The Martins are great, but to me, the soul is not quite there. Did Gibson ever make two instruments the same? Martin certainly have, Maybe that's all it is? Anyway, loved your music for years, and hopefully years to come. Stay safe and healthy. Steve.
That's the only post WWII Gibson acoustic I've ever lusted for and that one's from my birth year. Natural or sunburst I don't care, I'd happily take either. Never cared for SJ200s, Bob Dylan can have all of those.
The crosses on the bridge are a type of cross pattée, they've been used for centuries, the iron cross is another type of cross pattée, but a little different.
That particular headstock inlay usually referred to as a “crown” but perhaps in eye of beholder: sometimes as “holly” or “thistle.” What I’ve always thought of as “sailboat & reflection in Michigan lake” I learn now is more commonly called a “split diamond.” Nazis & neo-Nazis of course have ruined the iron cross. Maltese crosses often have arrowhead look. But by all means de-Prussify it: Maltese will do but I say call it a Hospitaller Cross. The local uni in Kazoo established, not by accident, in the 1970s a study abroad program with Passau, a hotbed of unreconstructed national socialists. Curious design choice for 1954; even the West Germans waited until 1957 to attempt a rehabilitation of the iron cross.
Well hell Steve i know you don't read this comments i still don't know shit about guitars but I'm just a bad pupil anyway thanks. How many guitars you GOT
I'd love 'Have Mercy' on a J200 Celebrity. (1985 or 6)... That was the song that opened my eyes to Steve Earle. Copperhead Road was all I knew until I heard that on the 1991 concert video at McCabes. Been trying to play since then. ...and thanks again...
Looking healthy and slim, Steve. That is one gorgeous guitar.❤
Steve, thanks for this video, you are a Diamond, Man, I love your Music, it makes me feel what you wrote about, Cousin Figel
This gets better every time I listen to it.
Just found you great music thank you
Thanx STEVE. You are the man, professor of Gibson (and Martin). It is a joy to see you strum my favorite Earle song. We are the same age, and I really did have a job pumping gas 35 years ago...Hoping today to master playing it myself, on a cheap, stout Washburn auditorium w/ the spruce top. And thank you for a career that includes songs of organized labor. Without unions, many of us would be dangling wage slaves. God bless you and reward you. Times are tough, and I wish more music could play a role in protesting (so many issues to choose). Less guns, more guitars.
With you there bro. Peace
Respectfully, if it weren't for citizens having state-of-the-art firearms, we would still be dangling wage slaves to Britain.
Thanks again to Steve Earle for this series.. I love that song, Someday. It is very special to hear Steve sing it to us, playing that beautiful guitar.
Much love Steve! And RIP Jerry Jeff Walker
WOW GREAT GUITAR...NICE SONG....GOD BLESS, BE SAFE....JOE!!!!
Nice job Steve... I usually don't like the maple back and sides but they do have their place. You know what I'd love? An album of your tunes stripped down, just you and an acoustic like this. That would rock.
G'day Steve I'm from Australia and I'm always listening to your music that is a beautiful sounding guitar
Pure wonderful sound. Thank you Steve.
Cool history on your Gibson guitar and it sounds really good
The Gibson J185 is my favorite guitar I can play it all day.
Thanks Steve. The guitar is great and the song even better - and your voice sounds awesome. This song really needs a booming acoustic and this Gibson fits the bill.
Love this song we used to do a cover of this around the clubs in though UK so many people turned on to your music. Thanks
Thanks Mr. Earle, love to hear you make that Gibson ring.
Love you Steve. I had one of the first reissues of that guitar from 89 or 90. Had to sell it because of financial problems. Wish I had it back.
i ❤this man so much
Awesome guitar and song! Thank you again for this series!
Love this series. Can’t wait for what comes next. I can’t wait to hear my personal underrated favorite It’s all up to you. Keek on keeping on.
Thank you for performing "Someday"on that wonderful guitar. Makes me think of when you and The Dukes played it at the Paradiso in Amsterdam and when the crowd sings along that one line "Someday I'll put her on that Interstate and never look back". I hope we can look forward to more of that... someday....♥
[These moments after the camera shuts off are the icing on this cake. Love the videos, Maestro.]
i always wait for that❤️
💯
(long silence)..."Aw Fuck" (whispered). A well known phenom for the home diy artist/technician.
watching from Louisville, Kentucky!
Seen him in Renfro Valley (Mt. Vernon, Ky) with The Dukes & The Masterson's. Such a great show.
@@bluejack644 I've never seen a show at RV, but I've always wanted to.
This series is a treasure - the depth of knowledge, the songs, the stories. Sending love from the heartland.
what a voice❤
Man, that's an awesome guitar. I think maple is a very underrated tone wood.
Thank you Steve. All the very best to you and yours. Stay safe.
Very nice guitar indeed. I was playing my 46 j45 back and forth with my 50s martin earlier todayand had this epiphany that what I think i like about the old gibsons is they have this different quality of sound like they might fall apart at any moment. I love it
This is the best thing out there. I am a new fan.
I check every day for the next episode ...love to here what your going to play next .
Steve, the headstock layin is called the Mother of Pearl Crown or Holly inlay. Holly tree wood was used for the faceplate of '50s vintage Les Pauls (and probably other guitars of that era).
Loved the whole series Steve, particularly the Gibson's. Hoping for Copperhead Road on a Black J-100 next time😊
Great song. Great sounding guitar. I make acoustic guitars and I think the Gibson J 185 is the perfect shape. That’s why I make some inspired by the J185.
Really good song choice for this episode. That song kind of reminds me of my hometown of Madison County Virginia so I've always loved it. Beautiful guitar
I recently had somebody refer to me as a good time guitar player. I was a little offended but we all know that trying to understand what people mean is like trying to herd mosquitoes. It just don't work😆🤪
Man, that's a great song. I wonder if he made it out of that town.
The song I discovered as a 15 YO. Now 48 Thanx Steve for over 30 years of relationship ! lol
love the guitars! I also love your Tolkien section :)
That is one deep bench. I should have expected it after this walk through....but damn!
One of the finest guitars I ever played. And I I’ve only every played one, beside the Everly Bothers reissue (too skinny of a nut) and a Kevin Kopp K-185. He nailed it. The most most perfect small/big guitar and I’m surprised they weren’t more popular. What’s next...?
“Oh’ F**k” -quote of the day. Glad to know Im not the only one that struggles with modern gadgets . My sentiments exactly, most everyday about most things.
Thanks Steve gotta love it.
R.I.P. Jerry Jeff Walker.
My pal JD gonna love these ! I sure as hell do
Hi Steve... Another great video, Thanks. The crosses on the J-185 bridge are Maltese Crosses.
Love the tshirt too. Seen that same shirt for The Dead and Blackberry Smoke. Can’t tell which this is.
Brilliant song. Thanks Steve.
Beautiful
Thank you Steve Earle
you can call it a Maltese Cross if you don't want to call it an Iron Cross . btw the Iron Cross was first awarded in 1813 during Prussia's war against France and Napoleon .
Got a chance to talk to him after a show one night in Canada and actually started talking about of all things. Guitars and why the switch from Gibsons to Martin's and some of the gear he uses. 10 min conversation I'll always remember.
LOVE IT !!!
Cheers from here! Thanks again.
I remember watching your copperhead road music video on the top 40 on TV before I went to school
Steve demonstrates an key piece of the performing art...if you keep the rhythm going, most of your audience will not notice minor glitches..
Thanks for the tip Steve.
I wonder what writing a song like “Someday” feels like. Do you just put down the pick and the pen and say, “nailed it?” These videos - classic guitars and great songs - cannot be beat.
Another pretty blonde maple. Beautiful song. Unfortunately my Someday is going away, I believe.
Thanks Steve ⚓️
Thanks Steve! I only own one Gibson....there is a reason for that. $$$$.....maybe I'll try trading someday...I really want a J185 or J 100.....not into bling ....just Great sound and as I age (62) playability....my damn hands hurt....my J35 is awesome so I'm very thankful to have it.....
Such a great song.
Hi Steve, love those old Gibsons, what great souls, and different characters they have. The Martins are great, but to me, the soul is not quite there.
Did Gibson ever make two instruments the same? Martin certainly have, Maybe that's all it is? Anyway, loved your music for years, and hopefully years to come. Stay safe and healthy. Steve.
I love my hummingbird
Favourite acoustic ive ever layed hands on
. Astonishing to me im the current steward at times
Live the song.
Good country singer
That's the only post WWII Gibson acoustic I've ever lusted for and that one's from my birth year. Natural or sunburst I don't care, I'd happily take either. Never cared for SJ200s, Bob Dylan can have all of those.
WE LOVE YOU MR.EARL!!!,,,,THANK YOU ,,,,AND MAHALO,,,!!!,,,,KEEP POSTING,,,,AND I'LL KEEP ROASTING,,,,!!!
I need to apologize for my last comment. Steve i'm saying i just tune in to hear you bend them strings and sing that's. All the talent i got
I was super surprised my J185 and my 1952 L48 had exactly the same profile when held back to back.
Great stuff! Love the bit at the end where there's silence and then all you hear is... "Ah, f*ck"
Sweet!
Tune, steve and guitar stopped the world from turning then at 9.04 whilst reading the comments I cracked up laughing ✌
The crosses on the bridge are a type of cross pattée, they've been used for centuries, the iron cross is another type of cross pattée, but a little different.
Just never going to be replaced.
Fire it up again already
❤️
Hey Steve, have anymore Martins in the collection?
your bracelet is scratching this beauty, Steve!! lol Please be careful
Sos el mejor
That particular headstock inlay usually referred to as a “crown” but perhaps in eye of beholder: sometimes as “holly” or “thistle.” What I’ve always thought of as “sailboat & reflection in Michigan lake” I learn now is more commonly called a “split diamond.” Nazis & neo-Nazis of course have ruined the iron cross. Maltese crosses often have arrowhead look. But by all means de-Prussify it: Maltese will do but I say call it a Hospitaller Cross. The local uni in Kazoo established, not by accident, in the 1970s a study abroad program with Passau, a hotbed of unreconstructed national socialists. Curious design choice for 1954; even the West Germans waited until 1957 to attempt a rehabilitation of the iron cross.
I've heard that headstock inlay called "the flowerpot." A good neutral name for that sort of cross is "cross patee."
I have a 69 Gibson Southern Jumbo and want something smller.. maybe this would do
That cross shape on the bridge can be called a Cross pattée.
That "oh fuck" at 9:03 😅
The crosses at the bridge are known as Maltese crosses.
You still have "the Red Book" on that music stand opened to page 126
As a socialist, you’re obliged to send that guitar to me. Share the wealth!
Well hell Steve i know you don't read this comments i still don't know shit about guitars but I'm just a bad pupil anyway thanks. How many guitars you GOT
Didn't Townes do a lot of picking on a J200?
Sorry about another loss of Jerry Jeff Walker.
First, but that means nothing. lol Love the Gibsons!
I would rather have seen a book titled "Lennon" in your collection.
Lenin is left of Lennon though.
Aw fuck. ❤
Well im sad to say i i heard a really good musician. J t e
I wonder if we’re related lol
hey steve can i have one of your guitars so i can play it night and day for about a week and then sell it for pot
I'd love 'Have Mercy' on a J200 Celebrity. (1985 or 6)... That was the song that opened my eyes to Steve Earle. Copperhead Road was all I knew until I heard that on the 1991 concert video at McCabes. Been trying to play since then.
...and thanks again...