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- The title track from Paul Simon's legendary 1986 album. This was a tricky song to arrange because there is so much happening rhythmically -- how do you get the 80's drum sound from an electric guitar??
Played on a Mexican Telecaster through a Fender Acoustasonic Jr. amp. Foot tap amplified by a Logarhythm stomp block. Vocals recorded through an Audio Technica AT2050 condenser mic, everything else DI, through a PreSonus interface.
Filmed on a Canon Rebel T3i and edited in Pro Tools and Sony Vegas.
OK, so every cover out there plays a very simplified version of Graceland. Paul has three guitars (plus bass) when he plays it live. The chord changes are fast and awkward. And here sits ambitious young Josh on his couch going to try it solo - and he pulls off the most authentic cover out there. This is just jaw dropping. If I didn't like Josh so much, I'd hate him.
einfussganger Candidate for best comment ever.
You are soo right!!!
I was going to comment but couldn’t have said anything better. Einfussganger for president.
He's jammin it!
agreed!! f(or a simpler version, check out Alison Krause)
10 Years later and this is still CRAZY good
Still crazy....
@@ShayGalor... after all these years
Yeah, i come back every now and then for this version, best ever. Did anyone manage to create a good guitar transcription?
This is what happens when ego is removed from performance and the artist presents music in its purest form with no unnecessary distractions. The result is simply delicious. Thanks Josh, keep it up.
+vtster Delicious is the word that keeps coming to mind when I hear this guy play and sing. Treasures in the world.
George spot on..no ego just getting outta the way of the way and giving the song centre stage instead of himself.Brilliant!
George Exactly. He never seems to get caught up in showing off his amazing abilities on the guitar. Its always the music which is important.
Do you eat music?
Diabetes?
I would like 2 know where josh is from. He's as good as i have ever seen. Rock on josh. Uou are great young man
10 years on this is still impressive
That day Paul Simon entered a Paul Simon sound alike contest and finished second.
And was super jealous of the hairline
What I love about this is the honesty. Josh is obviously a superb player, singer and arranger but these are single-take, warts-and-all productions. Josh keeps the little flubs in that others would spend ages editing out through re-takes, covered by multiple cameras. Josh, I really appreciate what you're doing and I respect your integrity above pretty much everything else.
thegreattheone '3 years ago'
It's probably legal by now
Geez r u his sponsor?
that was a really nice compliment man, even made me feel good
thegreattheone : what a fucking douche
50 years old, a connoisseur of music of every stripe for at least 35 years, and I think you're my new favorite artist.
@first name last name Imagine unironically referring to yourself as a connoisseur.
what's really interesting is thanks to RUclips he's had it out there him Carson and the other friends the girls and more have got their own channels to Carson's been uploading a lot more stuff..I got to really watch these kids grow up through the years really interesting to go back cuz they're so young when they've been on RUclips for about 11 year old uploads when they were still almost in high school. but all of them just displaying that immense talent.. the coolest part is when he can go back through the feed and look at all those early upload videos of Josh and his friends you can just see how wonderful it is they continue the course of music and have still continue down that path...
@first name last name Interesting perspective. Ignorant and based on nothing, but interesting.
@@videolad3057 Perhaps you don't know what the word means. It would appear so. "Connoisseur" is not a term of admiration or congratulations, but a description of someone who has a great deal of knowledge about a particular subject, most used in context of the arts. I have a great deal of knowledge about music and a wide breadth of appreciation among all styles. Oh I'm sorry, I probably used a few more words there that you don;t understand.
Right? I've been performing for almost 40 years and this kid makes me see what a true musician is! He is incredible...
I was living and working in Liberia in 1986. This Album was ALL OVER - Paul Simon resonated with everyone. People could get the lyrics - I had an older Liberian boss who loved country music - he loved this song. We would sit around with cigars and sing this SO LOUD. And once again - Josh nails it! ALot going on here and he NEVER seems ruffled. At that sweet voice.
How is he not famous? I'm an honest guy and I listen to a lot of music on RUclips and this kids got it.
Every now and then a performer emerges who is touched with genius. We’ve been fortunate to see the development of one such performer because of RUclips.
I've been watching this young guys'covers for a couple years now and I've come to the conclusion that not many people can nail these covers like he does. Damn good musician and vocalist too.
I'm so blown away by your cover/take on Graceland, the way you've managed to really get the whole feel of the tune, that was originally recorded with steel guitar, electric guitar, drums and a myriad of other instruments, with a single tele and vocals is astounding. Really fine playing and spot on vocals. Kudos.
Plus stomp block played simultaneously
This is probably the best cover I've ever seen
Dave Coops "heard"
I can see this cover.
@@debmurray2734 hahahaha
Muy buena musica pool simons
I have come back to this video many times. It's currently at 1.9 million views. I'd like to see it at 7 billion.
"I say 'oh, this is what she means: she means we're bouncin' into Graceland.'
"and I say loo'oosin' love is like a window in your heart.
Everybody sees you blown apart."
But the lyrics don't matter as much as Josh's guitar. Impossible yet flawless.
I've watched this video before. I watched it today. I expect that I'll watch it again after today.
#thankful
I’m a 69 year old curmudgeon. I shed some nostalgia tears viewing this. Subscribed.
OMG, I got a hand cramp just WATCHING that.
I always thought that Josh sounds like a younger version of Paul Simon ... but in this "Graceland"-Version the resemblance is simply STUNNING ...
He is like the second coming of Paul Simon. If I closed my eyes I wouldn't know it wasn't Paul.
when casual talent is actually mindblowing
Never gets old for me. Nice job. You were amazing then and you still are.
This song takes me back to 1988 in the back of my dad's mint green tercel blasting this whole album. You play the song better than the original, it puts me in the car, the real songs 80s drum machine sounds muddy but your live beautiful rendition is the true version man. Thank you for bringing a tear to a 37 year old's eye...
This is a great key for your voice! Such a nice, soft acoustic arrangement! You really did sound like good old Paul. What a guy. Never knew him, just saying...
Acoustic? Erm..what?
Yea he’s playing electric not acoustic
There is absolutely no justification to thumbs down this cover. Period.
Outstanding from a Memphis boy. My Dad knew Elvis went to movies with him in the middle of the night, he used to call the house and he would talk to my Mom and ask if my Dad could come out. Mom said he was so sweet and lonely.
One of the best covers. Paul Simon would be proud!!
Timeless. A hit everywhere in the world. I want more. . Wonderful. From Germany, East.
I’m 60 and my old fire for music has been rekindled!
I watched this video the first time a few years back and was impressed. Here I am again still following this young talented man and enjoy his music and his many collaborations with other singers and musicians and he’s improving with age. A wonderful talented man. Enjoy watching and listening.👍👍🇨🇦
You know what touches me the most on listening to your music, besides your evident proficiency as a musician? it is your true humbleness and simplicity. May the Force grow in you!
Great way of putting it. Absolutely right !
I keep coming back back to this, just a truly great rendition of a Paul Simon classic.
Still love this.. after all these years
The only person i've seen play this song to your standard, is the man himself [Paul Simon], and that includes all the 'superstars' who believe they can sing and play anything. You leave them all behind young fella - this is wonderful.
Many Thanks for posting.
Honestly, an overall better performance than Paul.
tuckasamms Yes superb performance . so easily executed.
I don't think Paul Simon can play like this.
tuckasamms ii
@@acd7944 I would be more prone to believe Paul does not play lead on the studio cut and appears to be playing rythym on all the videos I've seen.
8 Years on and this is still superb.
Amazing to hear authenticity and originality at the very same time. "Losing love is like window in your heart…"
One of my favorite lines in the history of music.
Definitely channeling Paul. The vocal similarity is striking.
Very nice 👌 great seeing our youth taking pleasure in such a beautiful album
The likeness to Paul Simon's vocal is uncanny. You have a very good ear, Mr. Turner!
Seriously. It's kind of freaky. Paul Simon's voice is really, really unique and I've never heard anyone match it like this.
This kid can play! and the voice is not to be ignored too! serious talent with guitar !
Uncanny how difficult singing the verses over the second guitar part is..nice brainsplitting
Young Man Love your attitude to music you and that Gang are all great wish I had known you all longer I have lived watching listening to you Carson Reina Toni and the guys love your collection you are all very fortunate
Josh rocks! I like how he plays. Very simple and classy
This is amazing!!! Not only is the playing fantastic, but he sounds just like Mr. Simon. It is uncanny!!
Paul Simon still sings this, but it's nice to hear a younger voice giving the song life. Thanks for sharing, Josh, you understand what Paul meant.
Josh, Carson, as well as Reina & Toni, have motivated me to upload covers to RUclips. This is music and RUclips at its finest, connecting people who otherwise would not know about each other. 👍👍
you nailed it. Excellent vocal effect
I bet Paul Simon comes here and watches this and sings along. And I bet it sounds awesome to be that fly on the wall.
As I listen to this wonderful version of Graceland, I can only imagine what Paul Simon would think of this - I'd like to think he'd love it.
Well, I just had one of those moments when I can't decide if I'm inspired or entirely discouraged from learning to play this song. Wow! Top to bottom.....vocals, playing....everything top notch.
Don’t ever give up!! I have been practicing for years and I finally got the hook down!
Pure talent minus the ego and flash. ARTIST! Respect.
Man...got the Paul Simon voice down pat. Nice...real nice.
Stunning!!! I have nothing else I can say!!!!!!
Ive been big into paul simon lately (again) and when ever i hear graceland i come back to this. Paul Simon needs to fly his old ass to your house Josh, because he owes you a handshake and could probably still learn a few things from someone 1/4 his age.
Really.. you did this 100 times better than paul could have ever done in his prime, and you did it with just one instrument and in one take.
This is by far the best cover of one of my favourite songs of all time...
I believe people call this an old soul.
The incredible timing of the guitarpicking combined with the lyrics that are spot on is fantastic. Loads of chordchanges, patternchanges and lyrics from which I thought only Paul Simon could sing them in those lazy, almost spoken, intonation. Wow!
A perfect call - "old soul". Look up the video he does with Reina del Cid on ELO's "Strange Magic". I thought the same thing for her performance.
Found him through Vincent Black Lightning 1952. The young man has music in his soul, big time!
Saw the Bygones February 16th in Nashville.Allison and Josh were amazing, but maybe the biggest thrill was seeing Josh's trusty MIM Tele, star of uncountable videos!
I'm blown away...kudos Paul Simon
Hey paul! It me your cousin, Marvin, Marvin Simon! Remember that new sound you’re looking for...
Best. comment. ever.
Bro this made my cry laughing 😂
@@thomasengel1459 Watch the movie "Back To The Future". You will smile and understand. :-)
@@plainolded5030 Was just waiting for this comment. I guess they are too young to know the movie. ^^
Thomas Engel watch the movie “Back to a Sense of Humor” and you’ll understand.
I almost forgot to watch this today.
honestly tho i play this video almost every day for some reason
@@krystok ...he kills it "
Me too. Perfection.
This comment made me feel good
An astonishing rendition! No doubt a milestone cover in your early musical progression.
Pristine, appreciate something new with every view, amazing Josh.
Josh you continue to blow me back in my seat with my mouth wide open. Every video!
I almost never watch someone cover songs because they rarely approach the original I love. This however is marvelous and true- the guitar work sure but especially your vocal interpretation- it's faithful to the original but also your own. Well done!
Paul Simon would be proud.
If he said ....Paul Simon would have been proud. maybe that might have sounded like he said it like he was dead.
+jd230 ...Ray Phiri would be flattered.....
+mWillia hSchlic --Paul would be proud if he heard this version of his song.
Insane amount of talent...
Rest in peace, Ray Phiri!
Stunning performance of this Paul Simon classic! The vocals, the sound of your guitar, your technique, everything just works. Thank you for sharing this performance!
Three letters DNA... This kid's got so much talent!
Day after day, year after year, I keep coming back to this - just great!
There's something so magical about josh's covers, that feels so familiar and calming, and makes you want to listen to them over and over. He's pure talent.
Im a sufferer of depression and anxiety. This puts me to sleep every night, so thanks for this josh, more than you know.
I could hold you at night.
I'll be the big spoon and you'll be the little spoon.
Lewis hope you are well now, my friend!
Hi Lewis, I hope you are doing well
I hear ya brother, it's therapy for me too. Josh is a blessing.
@@officialJoCa wtf
Wow... just... wow
When I was a teenager I exercised to this record every evening. We really bonded at that time I believe. Graceland and I.
So wonderful. I'm from South Africa and remember this song very well. Please see if you can come to South Africa. Lady Smith Mambazo is still here.
Will someone please give this kid a recording contract? Thanks.
Definitely sounds like Paul in this song, but Josh's talent is his own. Awesome job. Oh and that lyric "...as if i didn't know the way she wipes her hair from her forehead." *gut punch*
I have listened no many covers of this song on youtube including big budget professionals like Chris Martin's rendition and this is the only one where the lead full guitar licks are properly attempted...and probably the best I have seen. God job kid you have a gift.
I don't even know how many times I've watched this... Never gets old
Don't stop young man, that was fantastic, thank you
Josh friend ... Never stop, the music is in your soul ... Never stop Manuel
Fabulous show at the Demont Leicester. Good to see everyone clapping and dancing. Good luck with the rest of the TOUR!
I'm very impressed with your performance Josh, that song is a tricky one with it's timing but you nailed it. It's great to see someone as young as you having good taste in music. Keep up the good work buddy!
We’ve been fortunate enough to have Albert several times at our small 180-seat theatre where I volunteer front of house. Still a brilliant musician, very approachable, he tells some interesting stories, and is backed by an excellent band.
Are you kidding me?? OMG! You own this!
As a music producer and engineer with more than twenty years experience I must say your skills are tops and I love your work, and your songs are always worth listening to,. Thanks, Josh,
Graceland is one of my "Desert Island" albums, so I am quite critical of covers. Your cover is just amazing in how you have captured the most important essence of this song. The chord changes are a challenge, but I would imagine that the greatest challenge is delivering the vocals whilst at the same time keeping the conflicting guitar rhythm going. Well done!
You really captured the essence of that song man. The spirit is there. Dig it.
woooow this is an incredible cover
Complex cord work & rhythm. There are several guitar parts that hold this song together. Josh did a great job at capturing what holds it all together. Not easy. Beautiful job!
I hate listening to covers on here but you've changed that. This is in my opinion one of the best songs out there. The whole thing is a long quote that you can apply to pretty much every situation. Your guitar picking is exceptional. This gives me weird chills. You have a future in this.
Really nice playing. Great singing too.
You nailed this song.
Wow... what a masterful rendition!! Excellent guitar picking here..
Woah, this is absolutely beautiful, so glad I clicked on this.
When you play others music if you don't add your own touch of heart with a flourish here or there let complainers complain but that gift of yourself is the greatest form of appreciation to the original. Thank you Josh
You give big smiles to us. Thank you!
This just started playing on my youtube as an 'up next' suggestion. I thought to myself that it sounded like Paul Simon, but softer and with delicate and heartfelt beauty. I came back to the page and was delighted to have discovered you. Thank you, this is so glorious xx
phenomenal, like usual, but this is truly off the charts glorious.
+liwmld maybe you and someone who sounds like Art could do some Simon & Garfunkel.. js... never realized how much you sound like the brilliant Paul Simon.
Best rendition so far... Bravo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What a great cover to a brilliant but sad song. Thank you
WOW!!!!!!!!!! Such a comfortable and relaxing tune and voice. I love this.
Josh: You’re a fantastic musician and a very talented artist. Thank you for sharing your incredible talent with us.
this was one of the best u tube performance I have ever seen, maybe the best
Mental how much this sounds like Paul Simon some talent man
A master class in how to cover a song with class+vulnerability. Great to see and listen to.