Would have been so easy to go on letterman and just play a hit like "Jolene" or "trouble" especially when promoting the first album. But he chooses to play "Forever my friend" and just nails it!! That's what you gotta love about Ray. Respect.
Ray has got to be one of the most unique people on this earth. I dont know a lot of people who know about him and i think he could touch a lot of lives if he were put out there more.
I have been listening to this cd nonstop lately and also thought it would be an amazing wedding song!! I always keep my eyes peeled for good first-dance songs :) I think shelter would a beautiful one as well!
There are very few artists that completely move me - to tears, actually. He is one and Damien Rice is another. I NEED to see him in person to feel the emotion and passion that exudes from him and affects me so profoundly.
LOL He is absolutely nailing this live! I'm so used to seeing people butcher songs on Live TV that they can't really sing, but this guy is the real McCoy. It's been a very, very long time since I've found an artist that I can say I pretty much like all of their music. It might be time for a trip to a local CD store. It's been many years since I've felt the need to do that.
i think the reason ray isn't on the radio so much is because his songs aren't commercialised bullshit, they have depth and are valid. not saying everything on the radio is but some of it for sure.
This is a great song. Thanks John Mayer aha for those of you that don't know, John Mayer has stated that Ray is one of the best singer song-writers ever.
hes got 2 studio releases so far both are wonderful, both have sad introspective heart wrenching songs, both albums blend into one imho get both and enjoy a true musician and songwriter
So far, I must have watched this video 50 times! I LOVE this guy. Why is he not played as much as guys like Justin Timerlake who can't even compare to a real artist like this? This guy breaks my heart with every note of every song. Thank God that real artists break through the bullshit every once in a while.
very well said...although i love the Beatles...but just because they had the greatest impact in music industry doesnt mean you have to like them...you respect their achievement but not everyone likes them..and great music has been made...and i would like to add one to your list Death lol Dave Matthews Band
I like how he uses the same guitar in most of his videos, it is refreshing to see a professional musician that doesn't have to have a new guitar for every song.
bradley, that comment was killer, lol!!. I've been listening to him for about a month now. And, yeah Kutty, it is time for his CD purchase for me as well.
Every single time I hear this song I feel the need to bop up and down and sing like some kind of out of whack woody woodpecker ^.^ I love this song for bringing out the fun kid in me
@bostownmassive i totally agree with you and am also a huge fan of jeff buckleys- lets just hope that we get to hang on to Ray a little bit longer than we did Jeff. RIP Jeff!
2 Thumbs up and a happy heart,thanks to Ray. DITTO;exactly KuttyJoe. Couldn't have said the same thing any better;although,I have beaten ya too it on other posts of Ray that I've seen. Maybe you beat me to it,Idk? lool,But what I do know is that MUSIC,GREAT MUSIC is coming back!!!!! Like a long lost friend. Thanks Ray! You're the man!!!!!! ,Jake
i like it this way.... i have been a ray fan fo a few years and i am happy he's not on the radio... i hate when posers start listening to my music. haha.
@KuttyJoe I bought 2 of his cds last week. love them both. Buy what have u been listening to these past years? Have u tried Jonny Lang, or better yet, James Morrison?
I saw this went and found the chords. Got some jeans and my hood and my cream jacket and played it loads. I did alright for a human, just can't match the beard............*sobs*
@pac3ky Tried get the third album to, not sure which ones you have whether it be "Trouble, Gossip In The Grain and 'Till The Sun Turns Black" all bloody great, just try get the third :)
It's a shame he's not on popular radio. More people should be exposed to music like this. Pure talent; beautiful music.
Wow, what a great performance. Let's hear it for the great bass playing and percussion section as well. Four talented people playing right there!
Would have been so easy to go on letterman and just play a hit like "Jolene" or "trouble" especially when promoting the first album. But he chooses to play "Forever my friend" and just nails it!! That's what you gotta love about Ray. Respect.
My favourite song on the album
Me to,pure class.@@Greyfox1302
One & only ❤
I just found a new bridge into my soul that is Ray Lamontagne.
this guy is a wizard , you never see people now who feel every note and word of a song, love his music so much
Ray has got to be one of the most unique people on this earth. I dont know a lot of people who know about him and i think he could touch a lot of lives if he were put out there more.
I have been listening to this cd nonstop lately and also thought it would be an amazing wedding song!! I always keep my eyes peeled for good first-dance songs :) I think shelter would a beautiful one as well!
There are very few artists that completely move me - to tears, actually. He is one and Damien Rice is another. I NEED to see him in person to feel the emotion and passion that exudes from him and affects me so profoundly.
This song is so happy. It always brings a little tear to my eyes
I had also noticed that, but yeah, he's one of those artists that doesn't need controversy to have loyal fans. Truly an incredible artist.
OMG.....every song I have listened to by Mr. LaMontagne just grabs my soul and does not let go. Happy crying is good.
Ray is so F'N talented. That dude playing bass is killing it also.
LOL He is absolutely nailing this live! I'm so used to seeing people butcher songs on Live TV that they can't really sing, but this guy is the real McCoy. It's been a very, very long time since I've found an artist that I can say I pretty much like all of their music. It might be time for a trip to a local CD store. It's been many years since I've felt the need to do that.
This performance is amazing. flawless. and it captivates me everytime I watch it.
such a great singer/songwriter ...sooooo happy iv come across Ray.."Barfly" will be played at my wedding and funeral! lol
This guy is amazing. AMAZING.
i think the reason ray isn't on the radio so much is because his songs aren't commercialised bullshit, they have depth and are valid. not saying everything on the radio is but some of it for sure.
One of the best songs ever writen. Ray the wordsmith extrordinair.
just love ray he's one of the most talented singer songwriters out there hope he comes to Scotland soon
this is so amazing... i don't know what to say
Ray is the best! Especially when you are in the front row. YOU ARE GREAT RAY!
This is a great song. Thanks John Mayer aha for those of you that don't know, John Mayer has stated that Ray is one of the best singer song-writers ever.
dude killed it
So beautiful.
this song just does not get old. go ray.
First dance at my wedding. Amazing artist.
I cannot listen to Ray without getting goosebumps. He is simply an amazing musician.
hes got 2 studio releases so far
both are wonderful, both have sad introspective heart wrenching songs,
both albums blend into one imho
get both and enjoy a true musician and songwriter
He is wonderful!
Ray is originally from the town i live in. It's inspiring o:)
I've listened to this 4 times already today
I absolutely love way he says "last" at the end
So far, I must have watched this video 50 times! I LOVE this guy. Why is he not played as much as guys like Justin Timerlake who can't even compare to a real artist like this?
This guy breaks my heart with every note of every song. Thank God that real artists break through the bullshit every once in a while.
true music - pure and beautiful
Couldn't agree more with you! I think today's pop culture needs something more substantial, like Ray's music. I vote for more soul lol
totally LOVE this song from Bonnaroo a few years...so great!
he is so amazing....
I just love Ray. So glad I found his music.
What an awesome song! He is the best!
Forever a fan of Ray la Montagne!!!
Never gets old
This guy is a pure breath of fresh air
Incredible!
Good God: 2:57 is so FIRE
I loveeee the way he ended it was absolutely amazing. I adore this song.
I love the sound in this to, what an amazing song!
i love playing this on guitar. Brilliant!
What a classic voice! Love it
Love this man!!!!
Ah this man is amazing
Pure fire!!!!
he's so genuine, gotta love it
great song
i'm in love with this performance!
this mans vocals are ridiculous! no better singer alive, period
beautiful sound on this live version
he's so amazing!
very well said...although i love the Beatles...but just because they had the greatest impact in music industry doesnt mean you have to like them...you respect their achievement but not everyone likes them..and great music has been made...and i would like to add one to your list Death lol Dave Matthews Band
All soul, no pretense. Love it
You're absolutely great man!
lovely
forever my friend forever my love. Forever missed
which only makes him even more awesome. :)
sounds just as good live as he does in the studio! truely amazing voice
Awww lovely song x
I like how he uses the same guitar in most of his videos, it is refreshing to see a professional musician that doesn't have to have a new guitar for every song.
He just killed it...
'Trouble' is incredible the whole cd kicks ass
Love it!
perfect!
love him he is the best hands down
bradley, that comment was killer, lol!!. I've been listening to him for about a month now. And, yeah Kutty, it is time for his CD purchase for me as well.
The only gift I have is recognising greatness
He is in spades
as palavras perfeitas de meu coração para meu amiga. !saudade!
He's realy productive. He's on his second album and has grown lot since I first heard of him. He's definitly going somewere.
fantastic
Every single time I hear this song I feel the need to bop up and down and sing like some kind of out of whack woody woodpecker ^.^ I love this song for bringing out the fun kid in me
hermosa cancion para las almas solitarias y enamoradas
I like this version better then the recorded version, its faster, and his guitar rhythm is a lot more defined...
Not one of the known songs, but I like this one a lot.
Great com(pli)ment! You are a very fluid scribe. Sets the video up nicely too!
when i saw this performance on tv, i had to find out who this guy was............'hope to see him someday........amazing!
How can this have been 17yrs ago?!?! 😮😮😮
Does he have any music videos? This song is so solid... absolutely love it
@bostownmassive i totally agree with you and am also a huge fan of jeff buckleys- lets just hope that we get to hang on to Ray a little bit longer than we did Jeff. RIP Jeff!
2 Thumbs up and a happy heart,thanks to Ray. DITTO;exactly KuttyJoe. Couldn't have said the same thing any better;although,I have beaten ya too it on other posts of Ray that I've seen. Maybe you beat me to it,Idk? lool,But what I do know is that MUSIC,GREAT MUSIC is coming back!!!!! Like a long lost friend. Thanks Ray! You're the man!!!!!! ,Jake
This man is brilliant. He's on facebook too. Get to see what he's working on before it goes commercial :)
i like it this way.... i have been a ray fan fo a few years and i am happy he's not on the radio... i hate when posers start listening to my music. haha.
This guy is beyond like . Cash!!!
10 people are forever my foe
Dammit, this guy is so talented.
@KuttyJoe I bought 2 of his cds last week. love them both. Buy what have u been listening to these past years? Have u tried Jonny Lang, or better yet, James Morrison?
I saw this went and found the chords. Got some jeans and my hood and my cream jacket and played it loads. I did alright for a human, just can't match the beard............*sobs*
Tha Bass Playa Tho....
12 people dont have beards... saw someone leave that comment, thought it was class and so is he
My Secret Boyfriend. Love me some Ray.
@pac3ky Tried get the third album to, not sure which ones you have whether it be "Trouble, Gossip In The Grain and 'Till The Sun Turns Black" all bloody great, just try get the third :)
Sick....
this dude is jammin!!!