Wow, is this some track of the Anthology of American Folk Music that I missed or something? It's almost haunting how much this evokes early Americana. I feel like I am walking barefoot on dewy grass in 1930s Kentucky. There is just something so beautiful, reassuring, and honest about this type of early folk music, almost spiritual even.
Sounds like Roscoe Holcomb or Clarence Ashley... Boy can play. He also has a facial expression that could make the devil uneasy. Wish he'd smile at least once.
He's a modern day man.His choice of attire reflects the 1920s/30s.The songs he chooses to perform are old, classics of Americana.His instrumental prowess is admirable, free of ego, and a reminder that acoustic guitars, banjos and fiddles are as equally important as electric guitars or synthesizers.There may well be others who will attempt to copy his lead, but they will lack his spirit, as his immersion in this traditional music (though he is not the first) comes from the heart, not the wallet.
there's a lot of frames where he looks like he's patiently waiting for the ghost of a dahlonega gold rush prospector that's possessed his hands to be done using him as a conduit
There’s a KEXP vid of him playing this song with “The Winding Spring.” It shows a close up shot of his hand a couple of times, and it looks like it’s super fast thumb lead, or two finger…very confusing.
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I still maintain the opinion over a decade later, but this man sounded like we were back in time. No imitation. The real authentic thing.
He used to play on the corner down where I live. Beautiful. He once told me "every person is like a bird, we all have a song".
Wow, is this some track of the Anthology of American Folk Music that I missed or something? It's almost haunting how much this evokes early Americana. I feel like I am walking barefoot on dewy grass in 1930s Kentucky. There is just something so beautiful, reassuring, and honest about this type of early folk music, almost spiritual even.
"Take this hammer and show it to my captain" is the old way of saying,
"Duck you I'm out!"
♫Write a loving letter boy
With swoops and sweeps and curls
Calligraphers are just the thing to help you win your girl♫
I can't believe you can make all that sound from just one banjo.
This guy is something else... This music brings you in a trance, almost. Beautiful!
Sounds like Roscoe Holcomb or Clarence Ashley... Boy can play. He also has a facial expression that could make the devil uneasy. Wish he'd smile at least once.
Thank God for Frank:)\
He's a modern day man.His choice of attire reflects the 1920s/30s.The songs he chooses to perform are old, classics of Americana.His instrumental prowess is admirable, free of ego, and a reminder that acoustic guitars, banjos and fiddles are as equally important as electric guitars or synthesizers.There may well be others who will attempt to copy his lead, but they will lack his spirit, as his immersion in this traditional music (though he is not the first) comes from the heart, not the wallet.
Man, I tingle when I hear this song
Absolutely incredible. Brilliantly shot and what a beautiful, intense performance from Mr. Fairfield.
there's a lot of frames where he looks like he's patiently waiting for the ghost of a dahlonega gold rush prospector that's possessed his hands to be done using him as a conduit
Just saw Frank perform last night with Seasick Steve, what an amazing show, bought his record, and he threw in a 7", class act.
love this dudes music
This guy is a god :0 I wish I'd heard of him sooner!!!!!
reminds me of some of the old timers up here in the hills! awesome!
this is the closest thing to roscoe holcomb i have ever heard!
From another planet.
nice work, Frank...
also beautifully shot, Keith!
this video is like a time machine
i'm in love i'm in love i'm in love
Frank has a residency at the Redwood Bar and Grill in Downtown Los Angeles. He will be performing there every Monday night in July.
Hell yeah bröther
Totally unique technique, but beautiful
mesmerising
Can't wait 'til Nov. 5th!
so sick live
I think aliens accidentally dropped frank off in the wrong time period :D!
yyyames he reincarnated. Definitely it s a soul that lived that era.
It's funny. As much as I LOVE Frank's banjo playing, I am even more partial to his fiddle playing.
Dock Boggs anyone? A living testament to the past.
3 people need to recognize a master when they see one.
@Schmilster Thanks for the reminder.
Thanks Mom!
met him there.
His banjo's been burned he plays so fast.
Okay, what style is that? His fingers are moving too fast and it doesnt sound like just up picking or two finger. What's happening?
There’s a KEXP vid of him playing this song with “The Winding Spring.” It shows a close up shot of his hand a couple of times, and it looks like it’s super fast thumb lead, or two finger…very confusing.
makes me want to play the banjo.
How did you set up the lighting in the opening shot?
@andreandeahhh nine pound hammer is something done by lots of people, not sure if it's on the anthology though. maybe carter family did it?
@Sand3rB So did I!!!
If he asks you where I went to tell him you dont know
Does anyone know what the hell he's doing?
he is frailing but picking in the same style it takes some mad fast finger work. he is in F DABD
@@joehnichol thank you
@kentuckuh Little birdie absolutely@@@
f#DABD
thanks for this !
He moves like Joe Black in the peanut butter scene xD
Polexia Aphrodisia Hahaha! Frank kind of is like Joe Black. He's a strange cat. The nicest dude but definitely operating on his own wave length.
haha
Is it just me, or does this guy have six fingers?
Random chaos.