I’ve been listening to and playing blues and rock nearly all my life. I’ll turn 40 this year. Always thought of banjo as a bluegrass instrument and I don’t care for bluegrass though I appreciate the skill involved. Bluegrass is to country/folk what metal is to rock. Lots of shredding. Not much soul. But THIS has SOUL! I will never speak ill of the banjo again. Love your music! Subbed!
Hey Mr Hicks, I cant believe how people can form opinions about real history without studying.... I think your doing just fine.. 😊😊 Your fan brother Harvey ✝️🇺🇸🤠🪕
When I was a boy I recall Jerry Lee on Sun rolling out his take on “Deep Ellum Blues”, which included the wonderful, borrowed line: “ Now when you go down in Deep Ellum, put yo’ money in your shoes, cuz the women in Deep Ellum got those, Deep Ellum blues!!! I’ve been stacking long green in my boots ever since. Proper advice. My bub just introduced this channel to me. Solid biz. Best of luck
Phenomenal! The passion for the heritage reminds me of Pete Seeger. It’s not just music, it’s history. Thank you for helping to keep my favorite music alive.
Dunno how i found this video, but my baby is tripping out in love as we watch.... i could never come close to your picking, but i guitar bluegrass in my garage, girl i got heard it in the womb for at least 8 months. I'm singing along and muh baby kiddo is amazed..... wonder how small they make banjos...dude, thanks man you play raw and awesome, I just want to say thanks.
Your playing reminds me of so many of the banjo greats a lot of the newer oldtime musicians. seem to try to hard but for you it just comes natural this is the sound I look for when listening to oldtime music your defiently the real deal Clifton thanks for keeping real oldtime music alive
If I want to buy some songs, where should I get them where you'll actually get the money? $$$? Thanks, I think you're my favorite artist who ain't dead.
@@CliftonHicksbanjo I gave you around 85 plays on spotify yesterday. I waited until it started playing a suggested song then I'd switch between OLS and your CH channel. It worked flawlessly
I feel blessed to have been able to hang with ya in tally and hear you strum that thing on those hot whiskey nights. You gave enough wisdom to this tadpole to fill a book. Merry Christmas Cliff!
Mr. Clifton Hicks, I have been listening to your music for a while now, most (shallow) people I know will not even entertain the music I am trying to share with them. I love it, my voice is quite like yours only I play the drums, not near as intricate a talent as the banjo I will concede, but I thought you should know my family and I support you through and through. I saw all the vids about you going through the military and I agreed with your thoughts on the reason you requested discharge from said assignment. Keep up the good fight, we're behind you!!!! Sent from - Birmingham, AL.
Ive been wanting to learn banjo but couldn't figure out what sort of styles of songs i wanted to play. I'm glad i found this video, this seems to be the sort of stuff id like to play. No idea how im going to get the rhythm down though. Thanks for posting this.
I admire your collection of hats. Thank you for posting these song recordings. Being able to see both of your hands clearly while you're playing is helping my banjo learning ~
I,m waiting on a W.T. B. Tonk Bros. "Sterling" built about 1890 38 lug. Very similar to yours. It,s coming from Germany so I,m guessing it it hasn't cleared customs yet. It's set up with Nylgut strings. I've earmarked this site for inspiration and tutoring. Thank's ! Tom in Arizona
Thanks very much Clifton. Really liked that short instrumental (4th song), never heard that style before. I saw your story on the Veterans video and just wanted to say I'm glad you made it through all that. You are an American treasure.
Ok I guess you have!!YOUR good ! Dude I wish we were my naghbor I need lessons I have a hard time membrin things I'm 53 before I die I'm going to learn at least one song. Plus all we hear is mariachi here in California Riverside California. Hay good job man.
Also, I can't stop singing 'Jubilee' , though I know it's old to you and it sounds as if you learnt it from an ole timer, it sounds legitimate from you and I can't get enough, 'Darling Cora' too, who writ them? Iffin', u don't mind my ask in'. Birmingham, AL.
What's the name of the song at 8:00? I want to learn this one, I have been working on my two finger a lot lately and this one sounds so good. Thanks Clifton!
If you been wondering why your views have gone up, probably just me. You are doing fantastic work. You have soul, and its important that the history of music stays in tact for everyone who is interested to study. Keep it up, its important
All Glory Be To God! Keep on given Glory with your pickin’ man. God bless you and your family and I hope you have a great Memorial Day. Thanks again for sharin’ -Ronnie
Mr. Hicks can you do jay Goulds daughter by itself? I love this 8 song set but it's a pain to find this deep video when I have a hankering for that exact tune.
Thank you for being old-time in this futuristic dypstopia we seem to dwell in. If you offer albums, are they on disc? Where can we snag them up? (Are you CopperhillTrade on Etsy?) Best wishes! Been a longtime listener, and really like the way you live your music.
+Kegan Mahon Hey Kegan. Thanks a lot. Much appreciated. Yes I work with CopperhillTrade, if you can support them please do. www.etsy.com/shop/copperhilltrade where I have two albums and they are quick to send out. OR you can get direct digital downloads at www.cliftonhicks.bandcamp.com. Thanks again.
Would have been great if whoever would have waited to put away the groceries, hang pictures and move the furniture around until you were done recording this amazing set! Nit picking I know but the background noises do get distracting at times! Would love to hear this set with a proper studio recording, great takes on these songs man!
Can someone please tell the name of the song playing at 13:36? I want the tab.... :)
"Jay Gould's Daughter."
Tab available here 👉 www.patreon.com/posts/every-tab-so-far-53462550
@@harvdog5669 it’s in the description
It’s a lot like Ben dewberry’s final run
@@josephmccarthy5114 no its not
I don’t typically like country or anything similar but I love the sound of a banjo a lot
I’ve been listening to and playing blues and rock nearly all my life. I’ll turn 40 this year. Always thought of banjo as a bluegrass instrument and I don’t care for bluegrass though I appreciate the skill involved. Bluegrass is to country/folk what metal is to rock. Lots of shredding. Not much soul. But THIS has SOUL! I will never speak ill of the banjo again. Love your music! Subbed!
Everything you ever wanted to know about old time banjo styles in less than 30 minutes...Outstanding job Brother Clifton...Uncle Dave would be proud!
Clifton Hicks is the man
If I close my eyes, I could believe that I was living 150 years ago. Thank you for sharing this with all of us.
Hey Mr Hicks,
I cant believe how people can form opinions about real history without studying....
I think your doing just fine..
😊😊
Your fan brother Harvey
✝️🇺🇸🤠🪕
When I was a boy I recall Jerry Lee on Sun rolling out his take on “Deep Ellum Blues”, which included the wonderful, borrowed line: “ Now when you go down in Deep Ellum, put yo’ money in your shoes, cuz the women in Deep Ellum got those, Deep Ellum blues!!! I’ve been stacking long green in my boots ever since. Proper advice. My bub just introduced this channel to me. Solid biz. Best of luck
Phenomenal! The passion for the heritage reminds me of Pete Seeger. It’s not just music, it’s history. Thank you for helping to keep my favorite music alive.
Thanks for your service in the Army Clifton. Great music.
Dunno how i found this video, but my baby is tripping out in love as we watch.... i could never come close to your picking, but i guitar bluegrass in my garage, girl i got heard it in the womb for at least 8 months. I'm singing along and muh baby kiddo is amazed..... wonder how small they make banjos...dude, thanks man you play raw and awesome, I just want to say thanks.
Black bottom blues seems to be a variant off the same tree as our Deep Ellum blues in Texas, with just about the same lyrics and a similar tune
Your playing reminds me of so many of the banjo greats a lot of the newer oldtime musicians. seem to try to hard but for you it just comes natural this is the sound I look for when listening to oldtime music your defiently the real deal Clifton thanks for keeping real oldtime music alive
Thanks. I learned most of my music from George Gibson of Knott County, Kentucky.
@@CliftonHicksbanjo I just looked up George Gibson and his playing blew me away
If I want to buy some songs, where should I get them where you'll actually get the money? $$$?
Thanks, I think you're my favorite artist who ain't dead.
Mickey Gentry www.cliftonhicks.bandcamp.com
@@CliftonHicksbanjo I gave you around 85 plays on spotify yesterday. I waited until it started playing a suggested song then I'd switch between OLS and your CH channel. It worked flawlessly
Your music means only slightly less than the world to me. Thanks, friend. Now I just gotta get back to practicing...
Reminds me of the hills. I miss my home in Appalachia, thanks for bringing me back some.
I feel blessed to have been able to hang with ya in tally and hear you strum that thing on those hot whiskey nights. You gave enough wisdom to this tadpole to fill a book. Merry Christmas Cliff!
Here you are, sir. Hope all's well! ruclips.net/video/tm003RqMIxY/видео.html
Mr. Clifton Hicks, I have been listening to your music for a while now, most (shallow) people I know will not even entertain the music I am trying to share with them. I love it, my voice is quite like yours only I play the drums, not near as intricate a talent as the banjo I will concede, but I thought you should know my family and I support you through and through. I saw all the vids about you going through the military and I agreed with your thoughts on the reason you requested discharge from said assignment. Keep up the good fight, we're behind you!!!! Sent from - Birmingham, AL.
Must gets me one o dem there banjos. Lovin’ it beyond comprehension. RESPECT.
I love those of time songs
Ive been wanting to learn banjo but couldn't figure out what sort of styles of songs i wanted to play. I'm glad i found this video, this seems to be the sort of stuff id like to play. No idea how im going to get the rhythm down though. Thanks for posting this.
Boy! You can finger pick! I love to watch you play! You love to play!
I guess its all in the blood. Nice blue
Makes me proud to be a South Carolinian from the upstate.
The singing. Perfect.
Your music is awsome brother i hear your music sence i lived in miami i live in Kentucky now
I'm just learning banjo - thanks, I appreciate watching your style.
Keep it up Annie!
Nice little listen to drive from Orlando back to kissimmee
It really great music to drive to! Lot's of love from the UK, where the potholes are bad and the traffic is worse!!
... a nice long video of my favrit’ playing/ THKS. hoorah hoorah/🌴😎👍🏼.
And.... he has a great voice!
I admire your collection of hats.
Thank you for posting these song recordings. Being able to see both of your hands clearly while you're playing is helping my banjo learning ~
Legitimate hat guy here and I agree. Top notch tops!
young man u are so great.go get the big money.
Man I watch your videos everyday I love Old Time music just puts a smile on my face
I really like "jubilee" could you make a video on that one id really like to learn it!?
I,m waiting on a W.T. B. Tonk Bros. "Sterling" built about 1890 38 lug. Very similar to yours. It,s coming from Germany so I,m guessing it it hasn't cleared customs yet. It's set up with Nylgut strings. I've earmarked this site for inspiration and tutoring. Thank's ! Tom in Arizona
Sir,
I very much enjoy your banjo playing. Also, thank you for your speaking out at the Winter Soldier hearings. Cheers.
ur a legend this is great you have made my night. infact u have made my summer music wise. thanks pal
So authentic!
This inspired me by showing you can do anything on banjo. I'm going to learn some mississippi john hurt
Love the variety of styles that you combine. Great voice, too!
What a statement! Congratulations! Even if I'm pretty late posting this.
so beautiful,...
How could you give a thumbs down? Keep up the great music Clifton
Now that's yur music!
Brilliant, thanks.
Peace Brother
Clifton your music makes my day thank you
Man I Love This Set!!!
Crushing it, Hombre!
Thank you, I truly enjoy this.
Thanks very much Clifton. Really liked that short instrumental (4th song), never heard that style before. I saw your story on the Veterans video and just wanted to say I'm glad you made it through all that. You are an American treasure.
It's called Coke Oven March.
One of my favourite simple little tunes to play
"Jubilee"!! Thank you Clifton
Ok I guess you have!!YOUR good ! Dude I wish we were my naghbor I need lessons I have a hard time membrin things I'm 53 before I die I'm going to learn at least one song. Plus all we hear is mariachi here in California Riverside California. Hay good job man.
Thanks for this... really different version of "Jay Gould's Daughter," dig it alot!
Great playing. Thanks!
Sweet; I really enjoyed this.
I love this!
Also, I can't stop singing 'Jubilee' , though I know it's old to you and it sounds as if you learnt it from an ole timer, it sounds legitimate from you and I can't get enough, 'Darling Cora' too, who writ them? Iffin', u don't mind my ask in'. Birmingham, AL.
What's the name of the song at 8:00? I want to learn this one, I have been working on my two finger a lot lately and this one sounds so good. Thanks Clifton!
If you been wondering why your views have gone up, probably just me. You are doing fantastic work. You have soul, and its important that the history of music stays in tact for everyone who is interested to study. Keep it up, its important
Actually, i mean to say the history of american music. We ended up here, why? So many of us want to know.
Glad to hear this work by you, I just found you out here, carry on, good work, thank u
THIS IS INCREDIBLE.
superb
🐦 ✨ 👍 nice listening 😊
Outstanding!
Absolutely love it, thanks for sharing brother 😁👍
Absolutely brilliant!!
Oh wow!! Amazing. Thank you
word up
Clifton, I love your banjo playing. I have fifty plus years behind me but your showing some subtle techniques . Could you share your tuneings?
Nice rendering of Black Bottom Blues.
wow, many thanks for this youtube album. this awesome!
All Glory Be To God! Keep on given Glory with your pickin’ man. God bless you and your family and I hope you have a great Memorial Day. Thanks again for sharin’
-Ronnie
What was the song at 11:57?
Top stuff, Clifton! Nice one!
dig the hat dude
Awesome :)
Amazing stuff here Clifton. Watched it all and enjoyed it very much.
Jubilee! Found it!
Coming through Austin, Texas anytime soon? Would love to see you play in person.
Is going to be a cd eventually. 8)
What song are you playing at 12:00? Is that your version of banjo clog?a
Would also love to know the song after that
Excellent. Where can I get one of these nylon string banjos? Or, is it a steel string converted to nylon?
I gotta get some nylon strings.
Do you think you could do a Hank Williams cover on the banjo?
Wonderful old time treasures. Thanks! How can i get music / lyrics? Want to adapt to mandolin and dulcimer maybe autoharp. Cant afford banjo. Karl
Clifton, what is that nice instrumental you start around 11:47. thanks, tom
"Coke Oven March" from Dock Boggs.
@@CliftonHicksbanjo Thank you kindly Clifton! tom in maine.
QUALITY.........
what is the little tune called at about 11:50 ?
is that a Dock Boggs song that starts at 7.27, if so do you have tabs for it, i just started to learn the banjo and thats what i want to play
Mr. Hicks can you do jay Goulds daughter by itself? I love this 8 song set but it's a pain to find this deep video when I have a hankering for that exact tune.
Thank you for being old-time in this futuristic dypstopia we seem to dwell in.
If you offer albums, are they on disc? Where can we snag them up? (Are you CopperhillTrade on Etsy?)
Best wishes! Been a longtime listener, and really like the way you live your music.
+Kegan Mahon Hey Kegan. Thanks a lot. Much appreciated. Yes I work with CopperhillTrade, if you can support them please do. www.etsy.com/shop/copperhilltrade where I have two albums and they are quick to send out. OR you can get direct digital downloads at www.cliftonhicks.bandcamp.com. Thanks again.
Anyone ever tell you you kinda sound like Hank III sometimes?
Hey Clifton..I'm not sure if you read comments on posts this old, but did you know that "Drunkard's Lone Child" was originally a Temperance hymn?
I figured it was! "I'm Dying, Mother" is another great one from that genre.
thats some really good pickin! what kind of strings do you have on it? they sound way different than my polywebs, i like it
probably just the cheapest nylons I could find.
I'm not sure if this reply really took a year like the timestamps suggest but this exchange is weird enough for me to believe anything
We are in north eastern Kansas. What would it take for you to come play for a night up here for a family gathering.
NM, gotcha on bandcamp.
Mick, thanks for the kind words and the interest. Bandcamp works, and you can find other stuff at reverbnation.com/cliftonhicks
black bottom = Deep Elm blues - very similar tunes
Would have been great if whoever would have waited to put away the groceries, hang pictures and move the furniture around until you were done recording this amazing set! Nit picking I know but the background noises do get distracting at times! Would love to hear this set with a proper studio recording, great takes on these songs man!
@patrickfoster 😂
What's the short tune from 12:00 to 13:00?
That's "Coke Oven March" from Dock Boggs. f# D F# A D
I know this is an old video, but what are the names of each of these songs?
love jubilee
git us a jug a CID er best part