Steve Earle Performs A Tribute to His Late Son, Musician Justin Townes Earle | In My Room
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- Опубликовано: 3 июн 2024
- Steve Earle Performs 'They Killed John Henry,' 'Harlem River Blues,' and 'Last Words' as a tribute to his late son, musician Justin Townes Earle.
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I too lost a son early 2020 ... Since my playing has increased ... Im not real good but it don't matter ... It puts me in a place where I need to be ....
Thank u sir ...
I am very sorry for your loss
It hurts to hear from your great loss Randy. Blessings to you and may your boy rest in peace 🙏
My son is gone 3 1/2 years now. We send you support and keep on putting your energy into healthy outlets.
@@miriamgreen3973 oct 21 2017. 29 yrs old.
I hear you, I lost my beautiful daughter to suicide at 15yrs just over 10yrs ago.
There's a emptiness in my heart, that I know belongs to her, but thats ok.
For my 18th birthday my dad hired Justin Earle to play a house party our house is not very big and when he seen where he was coming and realized it was a home and not what he was use to he opened up and fit right in with us our family business built residential homes and had listened to him and his dad for years he told us stories of his mom and dad also about Townes van zant he rubbed elbows with people we had only dreamed of meeting at the end of the day he gave me a good memory and actually made me and my dad get along even for a day if Steve reads any of these comments I would like to say how sorry I am for his loss dads been gone 6 years last November I understand how losing someone that important and not getting to resolve some of the stupid disagreements that are meaningless now but kept you away from each other for so long thanks for the music it takes me to happier days and your songs are immortal and need to be shown to our generation as a example of what songwriting is supposed to have.
cray story
Oooh look at me 🤢
Dude. He’s just telling a fucking story on fucking youtube. You don’t have to be such an asshole.
…but I’m sure you will anyway.
Thank you for sharing. What an amazing birthday gift… and lifelong memory ❤
I lost my son Ben, he was 33, he died in a house fire. Actually he survived for four days and there's not a day when I don't think of him. The Lord was merciful he took him before he suffered the pain of his horrible burns.
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God so sorry for your loss, getting over a fire is hard enough, but losing someone in it, I cant wrap my head aroud that one. We lost a whole 40x80 pole barn in 2015, only time in 20 years my husband ever cried but we both still have nightmares. Prayer for you all💗👵
God Bless You.
My heart breaks for you as the only comfort I had was the knowledge that both my husband and son were killed instantly and didn’t suffer. That being said , I don’t think I will ever forget identifying my son’s dead body. That horrible saying that time Heals is true but as Mothers, part of our hearts died that day as well. Sending you Love & Light
Heart broke when I found out Justin passed. Condolences to his dad, his mom, and his family.
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How did he die?
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From another grieving father as of three weeks ago, thank you.
So sorry for your loss, 9 years for me. It's a hard way to go.....
I can only imagine. I'm sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss, from a grieving mother 1 and a half years for me
Sorry to hear that brotha, i've not yet been blessed with my own so i can't imagine or say i know what you're going through..i just hope it starts to ease sometime. Best regards from Ireland.
Damo.
I am sorry for so many who have been devastated by the loss of a child. There is some kind of healing but not the way anyone understands unless they've lived it...
2011 was my nightmare year, I lost my two eldest kids 6 months apart. Both were sudden, no warning but one thing I have always held onto is that in both cases, without knowing that this would be the last time we would ever speak in this life, I told them both that I loved them and they said they loved me too! It’s small consolation but has made the loss just that bit more bearable. My heart goes out to you sir and thank you for allowing us to share this with you.
So sad and sweet❣️
The incredible strength you must have on a daily.....God Bless you ox
So sorry for your loss. I lost my mom and sister a few years apart . It hurts, but they can't take our memories. Stay strong.
My heart goes out to you ❤
My heart goes out to you Nick. I’m sorry you’ve had that loss. I’ve lost two siblings and saw what it did to my Dad, but I still have no idea how painful it is.
My 11 year old autistic son was diagnosed with leukemia. They told me he had a 2% chance of survival, somehow he survived. You met him Steve and you were so kind. Just thinking of losing him slayed me. Cannot imagine a dear father grieving so grievously. The pain is excruciating. Last August 23 we were celebrating his survival on a lake in western Massachusetts. A nearby boat was playing the radio, and we heard Justin died that way. I could not even imagine the enormity of pain putting a hole in your heart. All I can say is I am so sorry for that loss.
Wow. Hope all is well as can be.
God Bless You! I have a 9 year old son that is on the Austim spectrum. I can only imagine the added part of leukemia. I am glad your little guy was a warrior and beat that awful disease. Closest thing I have is my wife losing our first son in utero at 16 weeks. That pain is more than I can imagine and I don't even want to think about one of my children having cancer, much less dying.
This 67 year man ain't cried in a long time. God bless you man.
I dont see him crying here but many people dont express their grief w tears
@@lastnamefirst4035 I was referring to me. I'm sure he has cried too.
@@bassmaster1953 geez stupid me. I read it again and it's easily understood as you meant it
Justin was a rare flame in a dark industry, not many shown as bright as he did. You will be missed brother and may that Harlem river wash you clean now.
Well stated.
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The five people who gave this a thumbs down have no soul.
Last Words was beautiful.
Chuck:
Totally agree, last words were so beautiful and powerful.
Maybe they thought to have ads here are in poor taste
The internet has made me realize there are some sad people in this world!!!
There seems to be a subset of JTE's fans who blame Steve for his death, and that might explain the downvotes. Steve was absent when Justin was young, but Justin's mental health issues were much more complex than just that absence. Their relationship was also more complicated than Justin's songs suggest. More recent interviews with JTE suggest a lot of love and influence, though they were both strong personalities.
@@darlincommitme listen to the video about JTE taking Steve's gun. I think JTE fans aren't right but not exactly wrong either.
RIP Justin
We lost our son by another's hand in 2019. My heart goes out to everyone dealing with the loss.
Ron Booth sorry for your loss :(
Oh, Steve, I am so, so sorry, for your loss. So much love and healing energy sent to you, because we never get over this loss, just learn to live with it as part of our lives forever. We don’t know each other but we know this pain. 💙🙏🏻🪬💙💙🌷💫🌙🦚🌷
I LOST MY 26 YR. OLD DAUGHTER TOO..VERY PAINFUL YEAR..."""ERIC CLAPTON"" WILL I SEE U IN HEAVEN❤❤❤❤
I lost my boy in 2010 at the age of 17 in a senseless death. What Steve is doing is a far far better approach to loss than the ones I chose.
Hey, grief has a way of overcoming. Without taking away accountability, you don't always necessarily chose how you cope, rather you react. If you've have the chance and ability to be able recognize how you react previously, then maybe youd be able to prevent and change how you react, but until a great tragedy occurs, you may never know.
Losing a child is a special kind of pain, one that not everyone experiences. On a physiological level alone, your body is releasing all sorts of neurotransmitters. So you're quite literally "under the influence" of trauma. Which often, leaves you a passenger in your decisions.
So, yaassss for accountability but booooooo for being hard on yourself.
Just remember, You've found yourself here watching this video and are choosing to heal yourself with music. That within itself is a tough thing to do but a great way to try and cope. Best of luck!
Your son was the shit. His guitar playing was on another level. My family struggles with those issues and it’s a hard deal. I hope one day you can find peace on beautiful mornings.
I had to wait till I was in the right mood to watch this. It still broke my heart. I love Steve Earle.
As a member this community of parents who have lost children at a “young age” I can tell my brethren that the agony of their loss will not always be omnipresent, but the pain will always remain omnipotent.. You may someday forget the anniversary or a birthday, but in a instant without notice it will surround you and bring you too your knees. Embrace it. With the assurance that all things must pass.
Beautiful. Wow... so glad I scrolled through these comments.
Lovely sentiment
Thank you for these words. Powerful.
What gives me comfort is that grief can't last forever because life won't and for better or worse, it will all be over one day.
This is how I felt when my beloved brother passed away. My grief was right next to me, but it existed out of my immediate awareness, as if on the other side of a curtain. All I had to do was step sideways through that curtain to become fully immersed in the loss. The curtain is still there, years later, and the grief just as exquisite, but I step through much less often.
I don't know why but when I come onto RUclips I always unconsciously come here after watching Justin's videos.
Hope you are well Steve x
Your boy was a great artist. Sorry to see him go. I'm glad to have found him in my time and grateful for the music. Lord bless you both.
Singing these songs, particularly Harlem River Blues, has to be hard and healing.
you're right about "harlem river blues" or as rolling stone calls it "dirty water". i somehow didn't finish watching this a year ago. 2 great artists for certain. i saw steve a time or two but not justin.
“There are two kinds of pain, a pain that hurts and a pain that alters.” ~ Robert McCall
Truly sorry for your loss Steve! My mother buried a son. She wore sunglasses so no one could see her tears. Apparently, I’ve been living under a rock, because I was totally unaware of your son’s passing. I remember when he started putting out music, his natural talent was evident. I looked forward to a whole new generation of Earle songs.It’s a sad day, indeed!
I found out at 4 a.m. the morning of or maybe after. I woke up and opened Twitter on my phone and the first thing I saw was a tweet from Stephen King about Justin's passing. I thought what kind of joke is this and why is Stephen King talking about Justin? A quick Google search confirmed his tweet. Spent the rest of those a.m. hours listening to Justin's music as the tears rolled. Your comment just made me remember that. Hope you don't mind me sharing.
I'll be honest. I didn't watch this. Don't know if I can. Lost my daughter 5 years ago to clinical depression. Didn't know about Steve's son. I'm a fan of Steve. Transendental Blues is one of my favorite albums. I know how hard his life was. And I know how hard losing a kid is. So I literally don't know if I can take the pain of this performance. I'm sure it's great. All I can say to him & all his fans is hold your loved ones close and never take them for granted.
Thanks for sharing. Its worth a liaten bud. You got this! Sacred and profane never go away, itw ok to get drunk on them)))) u got this
So sorry about your loss
Barney Miller, I completely understand why you can't listen to this.
It took me a couple of weeks before I could.
Take your time.
Don't worry it will be here when you are ready to hear it.
Peace, Love, Health and Harmony be with you Brother.
Breathe and be kind to yourself.
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Please listen, music is therapy
Transcendental Blues is often overlooked. Great record. Steve and JT are family and its going to be bittersweet seeing his tribute concert on Justin's birthday
My partner lost his son on Valentine`s Day 3 years ago so this really hits home. May your memories help you in your grief.
Was never a Steve Earle fan, but I was a massive Justin Townes Earle fan. So while I think a lot of Justin's best songs are missing on JT, Steve did a great job with the ones he liked and chose. RIP Justin, and my prayers to you Steve.
have you ever heard steve's album. Train a Coming? ...it is a killer acoustic album.
First time I saw Justin was in Nashville, where he opened for Gillian Welch/David Rawlings and the Old Crow Medicine Show.
It was just Justin and his guitar. Sure, I was there to see Gillian and David, but I was blown away by that lonely songwriter who showed 'em all up. After the second OCMS song, I left to find some Justin Townes Earle songs.
Couldn't agree more. It's a fantastic tribute but Justin's best writing isn't found on it.
@@DHW256 some show that ! I saw OCM+W&R, and I’ve seen Justin live but not all at the same time.
Proper quality writers and performers 👏🏼👏🏼
I think most of it was conscience decisions to leave off . Steve couldn't sing alot of the ones bc they were written about him. I knew right from the jump mama's eyes wouldn't be on it . I'm surprised he did they killed John Henry. One of the last times I saw justin he was writing that song. I ran into him one more time in Portland and I'm glad bc the last place I saw him before that was at his grand dad's funeral and where he is now resting. Same family, same age, same vices and alot of the same demons. This hit me hard and effects me still everybday
Steve you and so your son got me through Good, Sad, and Angry Times my dad showed me your music. You dont deserve this. Iam really sorry for you fella :( you are one of my heroes so your son. God bless you Steve ! Ol' townes is there in heaven and looks proud on you and youre son man i'm Sure!
Man sorry for your loss Love from Ireland 🇮🇪 stay strong
Steve, I know you don't know me, and we'll never meet, but your music has been a huge part of my life. I'm so sorry for your loss. Justin was a gift to the world. This was a beautiful tribute to an amazing musician.
As Townes Van Zandt sang: “We all have holes to fill -and those holes are all that’s real..” Sorry to hear about JT’s loss. No words for the scale of this loss.
For sure. And I believe Justin Townes Earle just happened to be named after Townes Van Zandt as him and Steve were good friends.
Only the holes aren’t real Love is! It is what we all need every recovering addict and sufferer
@@doodahdavesrecords4319 - Absolutely. This line reminds me of the hole an absence of a loved one brings. I was thinking of it in that sense, and of course I agree with you absolutely.
Last Words is a beautiful, moving, tribute from father to son.
Condolences Steve
Bumped into ya in dublin one time back in the day
Spent an hour chatting..
RIP Justin 💚🍀
I feel stupid. I've been a Steve Earle fan for quite a while, and I knew nothing about his son. Justin Townes Earle is and was amazing. This is all new to me as of yesterday. I had no idea that Steve Earle lost his boy, and I had no idea how incredible he is/was. I'm gobbling up his music now. I'm a new / first time father at the age of 49. My boy is 9 months old. I can't imagine what this is like for the Earle family. "See you when I get there, Cowboy." I lost it. Anyway L O V E to EVERYONE.
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You're in for a treat Iron Fang - I'm a little jealous. I saw JTE first by accident, when he was promoting his first record, playing an acoustic set at a local record store in Houston. He played a few Lightnin' Hopkins numbers and I, not knowing who he was, thought he was a local kid playing homage to the hometown hero. I didn't realize then how influential and widely known Lightnin' was. I bought his record and figured out later the relations. He's been my favorite ever since. Take your time with the catalog and enjoy it my friend.
Pretty much any of his live performances here on YT will blow you away. He was so gifted and his death is such a loss.
New dad at 49 good for you man I was a later in life dad too wait till ya go to the store and someone says "ya having a good time with grandpa today" what a goof. Best days of my life he's in his 30's now and I wish I could do it all again he's been a blessing to this old man enjoy every minute that time as you know goes by too fast. Best wishes.
@@larryh.4629 HA! Oh no! LOL!
That song to your son made me cry I have a 3 year old daughter and I can't imagine loosing her I would fall apart forever!!! I'm so sorry for your what happened to you!!! Your a strong man to be holding it together this well and that is an amazing song you wrote for him!!! God bless you sir!!!!
I never been a RUclips guy, my son Michael passed away in September. He battled his demon but I have over 100 songs he left on RUclips. An amazing gift from an amazing man.
I'm sorry Steve, I know it man.
I can only imagine how painful that must be.
God rest him and God bless you and yours...
if you're willing to share his channel here, I'd love to listen!
@@SeanStephensen I would like to share his songs with everyone. I'm not sure how to share his channel on here.
@@SeanStephensen ruclips.net/video/YeMEvgWq74E/видео.html
That is one of his songs, you should be able to find them all.
@@jamietracy1850 youtube makes it hard to paste URLs in the comments. If you go to one of his videos, you can just copy everything after youtube.com and the paste it here. For example, if I wanted to share this current video with you, I'll paste /watch?v=lwhis0dVzko
JTE will forever be one of my all-time favorite artists. I will always be grateful to Martha for introducing me to his music. I'll let her know that he is waiting in the back row of the cinema for her.
As a father of sons (and coincidentally both musicians), I can't comprehend the gravity of the loss you've endured. I've been a fan of yours and your son, and blessed to know a young budding artist (Sammy Brue) who will be working to make something special of Justin's journals. Thank you Steve, and to your son, for gifting us with both of your talents.
It made me sad that love wasn't enough. It is so clear you loved him. You are a warrior. You always have been. I love you and your family Steve.
I just found out Justin died. I honestly only had heard 2 or 3 of his songs. I'm ashamed to not have appreciated his music more while he was living. I'm a recovering drug addict, music is food for my soul whenever I'm having a rough day. So I wanted to let you know that I am terribly sorry for the loss of your son, I can imagine no greater pain. I hope you will find some comfort in that his music will be helping me (and so many others) on my worst days, so I'm able to fight my demons and stay sober for myself so I can be the best mother I can be to my 3 kiddos!✌🏿❤🤘🏻 - Kristin from TN
Justin touched so many people with his talent, his legacy resonates. Much love and respect. Thank you 🙏
Just for Today, my thoughts will be on my recovery, living and enjoying life without the use of drugs.
One day at time, one step at a time. ♡
12/12....forever one day at a time..rest easy bro
It CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED
We get better.
I see Jimmy K's friends are here. 😉
A few year's ago my mother lost a brother, my uncle. In a short time, lost my sister, her daughter. Then lost my father, her husband. I miss them all dearly. My mom being a very strong lady with a very strong Christian belief, has been able to go on. This is a woman who lost her father and brother at the same time at a young age. I love her dearly and just knowing how strong she is helps me deal with thing's in my life.
Steve, so sorry for your loss. Good to see you doing ok. May God bless you and your loved ones.
I was going to listen to a little Steve Earle guitar town this morning to cheer me up ........I lost my husband August 31 to Lung brain cancer he’s strummed on the guitar ......I’m sorry Steve .......your words are heartfelt my ......husband lost a baby prior to my time with him....thank you so much for Helping me find a pain release
Jill my heart and prayers go out to you siSTAR.
Peace, Love, Health and Harmony be with you.
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I’m so sorry. I list my dear husband of 32 years 13 months ago. I feel so bad for anyone that loses someone like this. Hugs, peace and love.
So sorry for your irreplaceable loss Steve. My Son was a twin. He is 18 now, I think about his sister all the time. Still hurts. I think many of us are simply destined to win and lose.
R.I.P. , Justin. Your music touched my heart.
The biggest fear of my whole life has been of losing one of my kids. I can only imagine how difficult it must be. I am so sorry for your loss. Thanks for the music. Last Words was beautiful and heart rending
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss Steve, my father passed away in September and we are both really huge fans of yours!I played three songs at his funeral, all three were your songs. Again I am very sorry to hear about your son's passing.
I'm doing alright, and I hope you are too. Thanks for taking the time to reach out to me, it really means a lot to me. I'm sure my dad is grinning ear to ear in heaven right now!!!...
I loved Justin's music so much. I still don't want to believe he's gone. This was hard to listen to. I can't imagine how hard it must be to play his songs. Thank you Mr. Earle. Thank you.
...I'm crying! So beautiful.
God damn, man. I’m truly happy to see Steve has such a great attitude and is doing okay. As a father I can’t even begin to imagine what he’s been through. I’ve been a long time fan of both Steve and then Justin. Struggled with some of the same issues as both. This video has been a real inspiration, we live in some difficult and dark times, but I really believe love will see you through, and even if it doesn’t, you’ve still led a beautiful life.❤️✌🏼
Just tuned into Justin a few weeks before his death. He rocked my world. Couldn't turn him off. Wow I'm heartbroke.
Hearing you say, "there is no doubt what was the worst year of my life and that is saying something." I told my ex-wife, "the two worse days were putting her in rehab and getting custody of our son and that is saying something with everything I've done." Then se passed away in 2020 and telling my 11 year old son his mom was gone surpassed my previous worse days. To top the year off my brother in law (one of my oldest army buddies) passed 2 months after his sister. I can't imagine losing a child.
We all walk the long road, there's no need to say goodbye. RIP Justin, much love to Steve and family x
As a younger writer, I was a fan of his first before I even discovered your music. He was a special writer and a special human being. We're all lucky we have the 8 albums he did do.
OMG I'm just bawling... what a beautiful tribute
Steve Earle, I've been a fan of your beautiful music for many years. So very sorry to learn of the loss of your son Justin. RIP. God Bless you and your family.
I love the purity and honesty of Steve's lyrics. He is basically all I know about Justin, Guy and Townes' music as well, but he seems to make any song that he covers truly sound like it is his own. I don't know how he was able to get through that last song without choking up. Steve Earle is one of those people that help you appreciate life more.
JTE carried a darkness some of us knew all too well. When he passed, I felt the same way I did when Anthony Bourdain passed. What do we do when our dark heroes leave in the same way we fear...if you need help, please reach for it. The darkness we carry is temporary...
Tony Bourdain was a devastating loss and I definitely get what you're saying. He was an enigma to me much like Justin was. There aren't many guys like that left now.
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Justins music was so unique. His voice, his guitar style. Everything....justin sounded like no one else. His songs Flint City Shake It and Halfway to Jackson. So many more. Timeless incredible musical talent and originality. I cried when i heard he passed.....so sad his daughter is gonna grow up without her father. He will be missed forever. 😌
The way Justin reworked Stagger Lee was genius. An amazing talent gone too soon.
@@kkeelty64 his finger picking style was always so amazing. Few guitarists can do what he/his fingers did. His natural rhythm was on another level. 😁😋🙄
@@lopresti4559 amen to that, he had a groove no doubt about that.
@@lopresti4559 me too, Justin was writing in Hank’s lovin’,losing,hurtin’, territory. More shade than light ,but stuff you needed to hear.
@@johndransfield1265 check out the song by amos lee, Better Days and I Get Weak. I think you will like amos. 🤗
Thanks for this, Rolling Stone. Thanks, Steve. Thanks, Justin Townes Earle-You will be missed.
Sorry to hear this. i lost my father when i was 5 . its still hurts like hell. 58 years later.
Love you, Steve. I wish there was something I could do or say to help you as much as you’ve helped me with your music all these years. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Well said.
I'm sorry for your loss brother !! The song is beautiful , touching and sad .. I wanted to thank you , for all the awesome music you've given to me and everyone else !! 🙏🏻♥️
Throughout his life, despite all the damage you inflicted on self and inflicted on your family, Justin loved you very much, Steve. He was definitely a credit to you.
Sorry for your loss. Our Bryon passed on 10/29/11 at 24. Played guitar for 17 years, was writing songs when he died. It's a journey that just sucks. His brother and grand babies help. Peace
Be Blessed Steve.
I know you are heartbroken as I was losing my 9 year old Cooper because of 911.
I Know he is Always with me, as Justin will be with you.
Vaya con dios Justin
“I know your heart is full. Don't spend your grief amongst fools.” ~ Cormac McCarthy
Condolences to you steve. I have admired your work for a long time you have avery distinctive style I hope to see you in bham uk again if possible.
All I heard was I, I, I, probably indicative of his Fatherhood.
Beautiful quote from the best living author. Which book of his is it from?
@@gibson3798 if you have nothing good to say, please say nothing.
Love this
So true
Your song for him was so beautiful. I cried so hard
So sorry Steve and to all the folks everywhere who have lost a child, loved what you do for a lot of years now. Lets hope were blessed with a good few more...who can ever tell.
Tremendous lose of Justin! Just read his passing in February issue of Rolling Stone that got late cuz it was lost in mail. Damnnnnn shame a brilliant musician gone way to soon Rip Justin prayers to Steve & family ❤️ & ☮️. 🙏 tys Steve this is beautiful!......👍🎼🇺🇸💯
Loved Justin. His guitar playing and rawness were off the scale. As real as it gets
I lost my son in 2016, he was 33, to diabetes. I play his guitar, he was just learning, I gave it to him for his birthday. I learned to play tears in heaven for him.
I am so sorry for your loss, Steve. So awful. Your music has always been comfort and a joy to me.
Always loved El Corazon, still listen to it especially Ft Worth blues! The whole album is some of Steve’s best work IMHO!
Thank you Steve for sharing this insightful and emotional video with us. R. I. P. Justin.
God bless you Steve Earle, great tribute to your son Justin Townes Earle!!!
Heartfelt lyrics and vocals accompanied by a soulful old Martin...that’s a worthy tribute. You are a good father...
Justin's death was such a shock, he was so young and talented and he seemed to have started a better life with a wife and a child. I am so sorry for that little girl having to grow up without her dad.
This was such a sweet, raw, straight from the heart beautiful tribute from a strong dad to his boy. Much love and peace to you Steve. I’ve been a music lover of yours for years...keep the peace and don’t stop the music!
Grew up listening to Steve Earle via my parents’ CDs. It took me a while to get into him, but by high school I was a huge fan. After that, got into Justin Townes. Both excellent songwriters. RIP JTE.
Nothing harder than losing a child God Bless you Steve and your family!
I can only talk to my son on the phone now because of the Pandemic and it always ends in me saying I love you and his reply is always I love you too ..I have eyes full of tears now and I can’t imagine your pain. You are a Hero to me and your honesty is incredible .
That's a choice I wouldn't make unless one of us had an extremely week immune system.
thats your choice dude. Find your balls and rebel against unjust laws.
Music is such therapy at sad times in our lives, rest Justin.
Lonesome Bob lost his son to a drug overdose too. He also wrote a fitting tribute song for his boy.Mixing that tune without crying was the touighest thing ive eer had to do.
It's great to see Steve looking so great! Horrible year but he's writing and we look forward to seeing him perform soon. Peace.
I love that he says he was jealous of Justin having a John Henry song. You can really hear how he respected him as a musician, let alone his son. Both truly great artists.
Lost my 26-year-old Son just over three years ago. I know the pain. Great tribute sir. I know the pain.
Wow you are a good man. Your soul is filled with unconditional love for your boy......thank you
This is a beautiful set. I never hear a song as tender as Last Words and I'm really old, so that is saying something. JT is an amazing tribute to Justin. Your music is always a gift. Thank you.
I never cry for songs.. but damn I had some tears roll down. Rip to your beautiful boy justin townes
@Steve Earle I’ve been a fan for many years. Coming to your winnipeg show with my dad please play a Justin tune!
Kudos to you mr Earl , you’re such an inspiration , pure strength and talent. I can’t imagine how you pulled the strength to live through this. I admired your son as well and I’m deeply sorry about your loss. My parents had to bury my sister also 3 years ago. I just can’t imagine how you pull through something like that. All my love to you!
Loved Steve for years,and Justin was a top notch writer of his own style. I feel Steves pain.
So incredibly sorry to hear of the loss of your son, truly.
DAD...Glorious love radiating for your dear SON... Righteous in virtue Lord knows...Bittersweet lament then too honest... For we Father's weep internally for our Angel through remembrance ✝️
The awful pain of loosing ones son is it will never go away, just gets a bit easier as time goes by, im so sorry for your loss. I still get tears in my eyes
Hello Lydia
How're you doing?
Thanks for all your love and support,
Also for being an amazing fan.
It's nice meeting you here 🌹
Lean on the Everlasting Arms, bro. Prayers.
As a volunteer at Hardly Strictly I shook your hand Steve, backstage and took a bollicking from the head of security for "hassling the musicians"! If only he knew what you and your music meant to me...so sad to hear of Justin's passing. Hope to shake your hand again in GG Park.
Blessing to you earl ,in our darkest hours is the time when God carries us with His wings
Love Steve Earle! Saw you in Dallas, Texas at The Majestic with a whole slew of majorly talented people. A benefit for refugees. Beautiful, magical evening! Thank you! So, so sad and sorry about the loss of your lovely and hugely talented son. Pain...No way out but through. Peace.
What a talented family. Justin will be and is already missed very much .What an amazing tribute.
Beautiful, heartfelt tribute. RIP Justin.
Always dug steve earl. New to his son's music and like it. I'm very sad for the family's loss. Great tribute. Great song . Cant imagine the pain of losing a child at any age. Thanx for the music.
Love how in just the right light you can see the sweat on the guitar or is that tears...... the man is workin hard lawd lawd, the man is workin hard.....
[Thanks for the music, Maestro. Peace and condolences to you and your family.]