Robbie Robertson is right there with Bob Dylan as one of the greatest songwriters that ever lived but the original version by Rick Danko is untouchable, it's incredible his emotion!
so true about robbie. he is so far way up there in the pantheon and people just don't know it because he largely didn't sing (couldn't sing) his genius tunes. And the fact that he is apparently an incorrigible, petty human doesn't help. this song is exquisite.
They did a great job of channeling a mixture of Rick Danko and their own life experience. I'll give them all the credit there is for NOT ignoring (as if one could) what Rick gave to this song. I think Rick would be shocked that there was ANY negative comments on this stunning live performance. Listen to the crowd's applause, that says it all.
Blayne Marlo I just said something similar on another video of Warren Haines doing it. This is a damn impossible song to do after hearing Danko do it. Shivers down my spine. But I have to give it to this version they capture the desperation quite well. If you ever try and do this tune you will find everyone in the band has to absolutely be into it and lose themselves in it. Otherwise it just fails. One of the most if not The Most beautiful songs ever.
It's impossible to listen to this and not hear the pain in Rick Danko's voice and the sax played by Garth on the Last Waltz version Make grown men cry every time It's a brave band that takes this on and pulls it off so well
Greatest love song ever written. Just when you think you've heard one of the greatest lines ever written it just keeps coming back with another brilliantly written lyric. Absolutely astounding!!!
Greatest ever....???... Really???.... I have a feeling there are at least 10 or 20 that we feel just as passionate about.... But because you just watched the video before your commented.... You get caught up in the emotion of how great that song is.... You just inspired me.... To think of the greatest rock and roll love songs... And that is about as gargantuan as any task I have ever taken on when it comes to music list.... Who knows.... When I'm done.... I may owe you an explanation.... If this beautiful number is still on top without anybody even tying it.... When my search has concluded???,.... I'll have to remember to come back to this page of comments...... So others can see it and comment.... Because you are not the only one who said it was the greatest...., Standing alone..... As the greatest love song / ballad ever..... To do a thorough job.... On such an important project.... I assume I'll put about 6 hours a day into this.... And be back to you around 2023..... Maybe 22 ??? PS. Without giving it more than about 45 seconds of thought.... I came up with a couple.... But I have no idea if they'll make the list or not?.... Melissa..... Allman Brothers Clapton....... Wonderful Tonight Elton..... Too many to list.. Your song & Tiny Dancer Jerry.... To lay me down Stones.... Wild horses
@@buddyokeefe49 with respect to all those songs you listed; great love songs every one. Still, this one here, sung by Danko is the best, but this version too, emotions just, man, can't explain it.
Cynthia Madrid you’re so right. Robbie once said: “I wrote this from the perspective of, ‘time heals all wounds, except in some cases, and this is one of those cases”
It really does doesn't it...This song is so sad just like its topic, but at least it's a helping reminder of that you are not alone in being let down by love.
@@mungofinalfi4480 The way the song lyrics just trail off with no conclusion..no resolution..no peace.. kind of how The Band finished off as a group..So much respect for this talent. This version is solid..
Good but never never never will be Rick Danko, not only a truly unique voice but a totally righteous and kind man that Ive met many times and miss so much...There is no one like The Band..but hey still good...
T Wal - agree - u must have read "This Wheels On Fire" too - so much we didn't know and credit not given to those who deserved it. A must read. Watching "The Last Waltz" ain't the same now. Back to this cover: my favorite Band song and it gives me goose bumps and jerks the tears every time. MMJ does a super cover on "Love for Levon" and Yim Yames and Britany pour it out on this one. Love for Rick Danko - nothing can touch that, but awesome that the song lives on.
This performance is SSIICCKK!!! It’s not fair that the 5 or 6 people on this stage, hoarded up all the “coolness,” whereby leaving precious little for the other 7 billion of us to parse out amongst ourselves.
I don't care that she's not a model. Girl can flat-out SING. That's why the current state of music is a mess. Companies are trying to market looks instead of musical talent. The music is secondary to them, and the "singers" are disposable. Gone in a few weeks to make way for the next person who can shake their ass. Thank god there are REAL musicians like MMJ, the Shakes, and a few others to carry the torch.
I am probably the biggest The Band fan on here, look at my name! I am also a huge fan of Jim James...with Brittany Howard, they absolutely knock this one out of the park. No one can touch Rick Danko, this is HIS song but this performance comes the closest I’ve ever seen!!
Disagree with the comment below about the dedication to Levon as being in "poor taste." I realize this is Rick's song but Levon has been a symbol for The Band and carried on their tradition through the years, so many younger musicians (like Jim James) probably looked up to him. Also, Levon may have experienced health troubles at this time, which is part of the reason for the dedication.
Rick sang it of course; and I thought it was pointless anyone else ever doing it. But I was wrong. And I thought no-one could out-sax Garth. This guy (don't know his name and I should) comes close. And never forget it was Robbie's song. He deserves credit too.
This is a worthy rendition. No question. But even though he didn't compose it, Rick Danko owns this song in the same way that Joe Cocker owns the Beatles With A Little Help From My Friends.Both due to their incomparable deliveries. The Band was a amazingly talented ensemble of which I was a fan in Toronto before they had this name. Yet even in 2021 if you ask me who was their #1 vocalist I can give 3 different answers depending on the day you ask. That is something I could never say about any other band of memory.
@@2zxodcfm yessir that’s what I meant (Ringo could sing too). I also think McVie, Nicks and Buckingham can be part of the conversation with a band with 3 #1 singers but I adore The Band and I like your point about their great vocalists.
Didn't know that so I pushed on the "like" button above :( Still the best love song ever and Brittany's great together with the band. There those tears go again.
I didn't know either! A silly comment I suppose. These guys a really good band no hate for them whatsoever. Just feel as though Levon would of wanted Rick and Richard to be recognized as well. All three are greatly missed.
I should of looked closer for the dates. Sorry for posting a negative. Did not understand. Love the band and love My Mourning jacket also. Very talented band.
Who couldn't love Brittany Howard? Love her soul. Danko did sing his heart out, but this has something as well! The sax ain't Garth Hudson either, but it has it's own grandeur as does the guitar!!
I'm normally not a fan of the sax but the player here does every bit as good a job as Garth Hudson. I'm still not a convert but these few seconds are sublime.
took some giant balls to try and do this song...it's my opinion that it cannot be done. we all became too far immersed in the many much more haunting danko versions too long ago to be swayed. just sayin'...
Robbie Robertson is right there with Bob Dylan as one of the greatest songwriters that ever lived but the original version by Rick Danko is untouchable, it's incredible his emotion!
so true about robbie. he is so far way up there in the pantheon and people just don't know it because he largely didn't sing (couldn't sing) his genius tunes. And the fact that he is apparently an incorrigible, petty human doesn't help. this song is exquisite.
spot on man, spot on
Where are you getting this "incorrigible ,petty " bullshit from?And that's what it is--utter bullshit.
Every single member of the band could sing their heart out!!
love this version. But for crying out loud. RICK DANKO sang his heart out on this tune!
Can't compare Jim James and Rick Danko. Jim and Brittany do a wonderful job. They stay true to the way The Band did it
They did a great job of channeling a mixture of Rick Danko and their own life experience. I'll give them all the credit there is for NOT ignoring (as if one could) what Rick gave to this song. I think Rick would be shocked that there was ANY negative comments on this stunning live performance. Listen to the crowd's applause, that says it all.
Blayne Marlo I just said something similar on another video of Warren Haines doing it. This is a damn impossible song to do after hearing Danko do it. Shivers down my spine. But I have to give it to this version they capture the desperation quite well. If you ever try and do this tune you will find everyone in the band has to absolutely be into it and lose themselves in it. Otherwise it just fails. One of the most if not The Most beautiful songs ever.
It's impossible to listen to this and not hear the pain in Rick Danko's voice and the sax played by Garth on the Last Waltz version
Make grown men cry every time
It's a brave band that takes this on and pulls it off so well
This was done not long after Levon had died you fucking idiot.
Greatest love song ever written. Just when you think you've heard one of the greatest lines ever written it just keeps coming back with another brilliantly written lyric. Absolutely astounding!!!
Greatest ever....???... Really???.... I have a feeling there are at least 10 or 20 that we feel just as passionate about.... But because you just watched the video before your commented.... You get caught up in the emotion of how great that song is.... You just inspired me.... To think of the greatest rock and roll love songs... And that is about as gargantuan as any task I have ever taken on when it comes to music list.... Who knows.... When I'm done.... I may owe you an explanation.... If this beautiful number is still on top without anybody even tying it.... When my search has concluded???,.... I'll have to remember to come back to this page of comments...... So others can see it and comment.... Because you are not the only one who said it was the greatest...., Standing alone..... As the greatest love song / ballad ever..... To do a thorough job.... On such an important project.... I assume I'll put about 6 hours a day into this.... And be back to you around 2023..... Maybe 22 ???
PS. Without giving it more than about 45 seconds of thought.... I came up with a couple.... But I have no idea if they'll make the list or not?....
Melissa..... Allman Brothers
Clapton....... Wonderful Tonight
Elton..... Too many to list..
Your song & Tiny Dancer
Jerry.... To lay me down
Stones.... Wild horses
@@buddyokeefe49 with respect to all those songs you listed; great love songs every one. Still, this one here, sung by Danko is the best, but this version too, emotions just, man, can't explain it.
Something - George Harrison@@buddyokeefe49
Very nice! Love this song, gives me tears every time. RIP Rick Danko!
This has to be one of the most HONEST SONGS....
makes no difference who.
Sings the song....
I felt it.
Cynthia Madrid you’re so right. Robbie once said: “I wrote this from the perspective of, ‘time heals all wounds, except in some cases, and this is one of those cases”
After 44 years, my new favorite version
“And the sun don’t rescue me anymore”...that line punches me in the soul.
It really does doesn't it...This song is so sad just like its topic, but at least it's a helping reminder of that you are not alone in being let down by love.
@@mungofinalfi4480 The way the song lyrics just trail off with no conclusion..no resolution..no peace.. kind of how The Band finished off as a group..So much respect for this talent. This version is solid..
Rick Danko was the man. How I miss him.
Brittany with My Morning Jacket... would make a legendary band.
+Diego Velez She sings backing vocals on their latest album The Waterfall. It's a start!
Why???
@@UnixStudios Why not?
Nobody will ever be able to recreate the pain and so fulness of Rick Danko voice... Period. But with that said... That was a really fantastic cover.
Sorry for the typo... Too damn lazy to proofread... Soulfulness
Great cover version. And then, at the 5:20 point, the 'Blues Brother' saxophonist takes the stage. And our ears are perked up ever so much more. Wow!
Addictive collaborations like this are one in a million.
One of the best and most respectful covers of any song I’ve ever seen
Hundreds of covers out there that do no justice.. This one is sublime and beautiful and though it makes me a heretic, better than the original.
I fucking love Jim James and I fucking love Brittany Howard.
That is all. Thanks.
I know Danko would smile listening to this.
Had goosebumps at least for 25% of that song. RIP Levon you legend.
God! I love this song! No one forget the Band!
Beautiful, brother. And Brittany, too. OMG thank yall so much.
this is fucking brilliant...Brittany just adds greatness to the best cover of this song EVER,.
Damn yall made me 😢. Just BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!
This is so good, I feel so much emotion in the music.
These men and their glorious manes.
great cover The Band lives on
What a Pleasure!
The only version that comes close to the "Last Waltz" one. Danko would agree. Such force and passion.
Holy Cow! GREAT cover. What a band.
Brittany sings like every note is her last, I think that energy is awesome, I'm definetely checking Alabama Shakes now
Breaks my heart every time
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Its just so beautiful
Have you seen the clip of Trey Anastasio doing this song?
no, but I will go now!
Good but never never never will be Rick Danko, not only a truly unique voice but a totally righteous and kind man that Ive met many times and miss so much...There is no one like The Band..but hey still good...
Inconfundible su gran voz y su guitarra, me encanta tu música Brittany ❤👍
Amen EmeldasDad. Talented singers who give a flip - what a concept.
What a tribute!!!
T Wal - agree - u must have read "This Wheels On Fire" too - so much we didn't know and credit not given to those who deserved it. A must read. Watching "The Last Waltz" ain't the same now. Back to this cover: my favorite Band song and it gives me goose bumps and jerks the tears every time. MMJ does a super cover on "Love for Levon" and Yim Yames and Britany pour it out on this one. Love for Rick Danko - nothing can touch that, but awesome that the song lives on.
I'm just up to the last chapter of "This Wheel's On Fire". Great book. Rest in peace Richard, Rick and Levon.
Briliant song !!!
killin it! thank you Brittany & James!
i love saxophone
Wow, just wow!
This performance is SSIICCKK!!! It’s not fair that the 5 or 6 people on this stage, hoarded up all the “coolness,” whereby leaving precious little for the other 7 billion of us to parse out amongst ourselves.
I don't care that she's not a model. Girl can flat-out SING. That's why the current state of music is a mess. Companies are trying to market looks instead of musical talent. The music is secondary to them, and the "singers" are disposable. Gone in a few weeks to make way for the next person who can shake their ass. Thank god there are REAL musicians like MMJ, the Shakes, and a few others to carry the torch.
Very Nice Cover.
a favorite. thanks for posting!! the band rediscovered
wow.... exceptional
Unbelievable!!! This one's for Rick.
Wooow ♥️👏🎶 😭❤️ brillante Brittanyy allá donde vayas... Siiii
Love this so much!!
🤔... Brittney was sure born to sing. ...does she even need the mike? Rare raw talent!🎶
A great and faithful rendition.
Wow that was so good!
I think Mr Danko is diggin this right now.
Ric Danko had such a cool style. !!!
Great job with this song
I am probably the biggest The Band fan on here, look at my name! I am also a huge fan of Jim James...with Brittany Howard, they absolutely knock this one out of the park. No one can touch Rick Danko, this is HIS song but this performance comes the closest I’ve ever seen!!
Lead guitarist playing a Duezy. That thing sounds amazing!!
Carl just casually throws in the lick at 2:48 like nbd
Magic and magnificent.
Approved! "Read em and weep."
That sax!
Just saw this video. It is fantastic and yes the sax is great. Hopefully you have seen and heard Garth Hudson in The Last Waltz.
Well done!
Fuckin incredible. To have been there to witness this live would've been a treat. Amazing
Solid!
rip Levon, Rick, and Richard. rip The Band
Disagree with the comment below about the dedication to Levon as being in
"poor taste." I realize this is Rick's song but Levon has been a symbol for The Band and carried on their tradition through the years, so many younger musicians (like Jim James) probably looked up to him. Also, Levon may have experienced health troubles at this time, which is part of the reason for the dedication.
BTaylor3444 good on ya.i agree...nobody messes with my Levon..❤️❤️🇨🇦🇨🇦
Rick sang it of course; and I thought it was pointless anyone else ever doing it. But I was wrong. And I thought no-one could out-sax Garth. This guy (don't know his name and I should) comes close. And never forget it was Robbie's song. He deserves credit too.
This is a worthy rendition. No question. But even though he didn't compose it, Rick Danko owns this song in the same way that Joe Cocker owns the Beatles With A Little Help From My Friends.Both due to their incomparable deliveries. The Band was a amazingly talented ensemble of which I was a fan in Toronto before they had this name. Yet even in 2021 if you ask me who was their #1 vocalist I can give 3 different answers depending on the day you ask. That is something I could never say about any other band of memory.
I agree with this 100% if you include the Beatles.
@@kevstreet Not sure what you are saying but if you suggest the Beatles, too, had 3 #1 vocalists. No argument here.
@@2zxodcfm yessir that’s what I meant (Ringo could sing too). I also think McVie, Nicks and Buckingham can be part of the conversation with a band with 3 #1 singers but I adore The Band and I like your point about their great vocalists.
Travis.Great I St.hits
Wow.
ugh soooo cool
Greatest love Song ever wrote I love Britt Danko would be proud marry me Britney ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Sorry Warren, this is my new favorite cover.
PerfectO💥
MMJ, you rock
Somewhere, Rick Danko is looking down and smiling.
anyone know if this version was ever released for sale? such a beautiful tribute to the man Rick Danko!
They released it on vinyl for record store day one year. It came with a digital copy as well
Endless highway, tribute to the band. You can hear on Spotify or buy on iTunes
great multicam work
maybe dedicate it to rick danko since he made this song so beautiful
They played it when Levon was sick and released it as a single on record store day with the profits going to the ramble
Didn't know that so I pushed on the "like" button above :( Still the best love song ever and Brittany's great together with the band. There those tears go again.
I didn't know either! A silly comment I suppose. These guys a really good band no hate for them whatsoever. Just feel as though Levon would of wanted Rick and Richard to be recognized as well. All three are greatly missed.
Not the Band but must give credit,very very good.
As good as it gets.
Rick and Levon must be looking down and thinking 'these boys did good, and Brittany nailed it'
Why did they say it is for Levon when Robbie Robertson wrote the song and Rick Danko sang it? Love the song. Sad song but beautiful melody.
LEVON HAD JUST DIED
I should of looked closer for the dates. Sorry for posting a negative. Did not understand. Love the band and love My Mourning jacket also. Very talented band.
They played it and recorded it with Levon, and he had just passed. Levon played Newport in the same spot in '08.
You’re fucking idiot. This was not too long after Levon died.
Holy shit
Who couldn't love Brittany Howard? Love her soul. Danko did sing his heart out, but this has something as well! The sax ain't Garth Hudson either, but it has it's own grandeur as does the guitar!!
What guitar is Jim James playing in this video?
Gerry Rafferty did a nice version of this too.
nice..
😮
Rick..Danko. that is all..
Seersucker and gingham...stop it some more!
Amen emeldasDad
I'm normally not a fan of the sax but the player here does every bit as good a job as Garth Hudson. I'm still not a convert but these few seconds are sublime.
Susan tedeschi and her band can give this a run for the money
Wonderful cover but I wish there was less shouting
took some giant balls to try and do this song...it's my opinion that it cannot be done. we all became too far immersed in the many much more haunting danko versions too long ago to be swayed. just sayin'...
cuz i'm drunk
Well, it ain't Rick, but good effort
Some times you shouldn't cover a song so well done first time around? But a gallant try!
This was good but nobody can match rick
big yikes
That's one funny looking chick.
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