CHRISTMAS GUITAR - "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" Fingerstyle Acoustic

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  • @justinjohnsonlive
    @justinjohnsonlive  2 года назад +11

    🎸🎸DOWNLOADABLE TABS FOR THIS SONG: www.musicnotes.com/l/fvdMS

  • @Lkilkenny
    @Lkilkenny 3 года назад +243

    We need a Christmas album. Only Christmas music I could stand to listen to

    • @johnwallace2319
      @johnwallace2319 3 года назад +1

      What? No Mariah Carey?

    • @SandstormGT
      @SandstormGT 3 года назад +9

      @@johnwallace2319 yes.......no Mariah Carey.... Just Justin Johnson....JJJ

    • @stephenclintary4300
      @stephenclintary4300 3 года назад +3

      @@SandstormGT I'm with you Sand who's Mariah Carey?:

    • @bigunone
      @bigunone 3 года назад +2

      @@stephenclintary4300 I have a great niece named Mariah, but she's a fashionista not singer

    • @SIXPACFISH
      @SIXPACFISH 3 года назад +2

      The only Christmas music I can stand anymore is Evergreen Mandolin Music For Christmas. That is a very good Christmas album.

  • @hillwellford9637
    @hillwellford9637 3 года назад +141

    Justin surprised me with this. This showed a side of him as a composer and player that I hadn't seen before--and that's saying something, because the rest of his work is darned good too. Nicely done.

    • @chazmichael7967
      @chazmichael7967 3 года назад +1

      I was thinking the same thing, I was thinking this is one of this best performances because it showed another side of his ability. I was impressed.

    • @rnjohnston61
      @rnjohnston61 3 года назад

      I want more

    • @ksmanning
      @ksmanning 3 года назад

      Composer arranger. But clearly one of the best guitarists around.

  • @michealgraham6836
    @michealgraham6836 3 года назад +30

    Merry Christmas to you and your family.

  • @harveyhensley875
    @harveyhensley875 3 года назад +75

    Was going to ask for tabs, but realized they wouldn't help. There is only one JJ!

    • @sketchandjam
      @sketchandjam 3 года назад

      Tabs and a Christmas Miracle of finger picking talent on my Santa's list :-)

    • @justinjohnsonlive
      @justinjohnsonlive  2 года назад +2

      Here you go! 🎸🎸DOWNLOADABLE TABS FOR THIS SONG: www.musicnotes.com/l/fvdMS

    • @dylanw3875
      @dylanw3875 2 года назад

      @@justinjohnsonlive a christmas miracle !

  • @UnSesame
    @UnSesame 3 года назад +2

    My favorite song played by Justin, I'm in heaven!

  • @damianavoneric9991
    @damianavoneric9991 3 года назад +53

    Justin, you are such a talented musician! My brother died 1 year ago today, so I've been very sad for most of the day.😢 As soon as I heard you playing, I instantly felt better. I find great comfort in your music. Thank you🤗

  • @oneconsc3333
    @oneconsc3333 3 года назад +23

    Wouldn’t it be so cool if Bing Crosby was right beside you snappin his fingers and singing along to that groovy rendition. Awesome brother 🙏🏼💜🇨🇦🇺🇸

    • @parkjammer
      @parkjammer 3 года назад

      That would be creepy... after all the years he’s been dead he’d make one ugly singing zombie!

  • @Morten_Nielsen1979
    @Morten_Nielsen1979 3 года назад +30

    I have never heard this song before. I will go to search for the original. Very cool guitar playing here. It's like a mix of Mississippi Hill Blues and Ray Charles and something else.

    • @rodfatherschopshop6004
      @rodfatherschopshop6004 3 года назад +1

      The bare naked ladies do a really cool version of this song. Might want to check it out?

    • @smoothuncut
      @smoothuncut 3 года назад

      @@rodfatherschopshop6004 lol I remember those guys! Cheers!

    • @Morten_Nielsen1979
      @Morten_Nielsen1979 3 года назад +1

      @@rodfatherschopshop6004 OH, so that's we're Justin found his inspiration. Yesterday I heard some bland versions. I could not even recognize the melody. This just goes to show how crucial rhythm and groove is for music. Rhythmic music, not classical.

    • @VegaSirius
      @VegaSirius 3 года назад

      @@Morten_Nielsen1979 ironic, this could be considered classical guitar style. Also saying classical music is not rhythmic is pretty ignorant.

    • @bompkin1506
      @bompkin1506 2 года назад

      @@VegaSirius This cannot be considered classical guitar style. Such rhythms are typical of different distinct styles of music; by your logic Rice and B. Powell might as well play the same genre as Tárrega and Segovia.

  • @kendavis8649
    @kendavis8649 3 года назад +13

    Hey everyone. I can't watch the whole video right now. But I can tell already that so far it is the coolest version I've ever heard of this classic. Enjoy!!

  • @michaelbradshaw8278
    @michaelbradshaw8278 2 года назад +1

    His fluidity is just astounding!

    • @JWF99
      @JWF99 2 года назад +2

      I agree Sir, Very fluid, even with the changing bass line, great jazzy feel too

  • @MrEric622
    @MrEric622 3 года назад +28

    When I got the notification, I had never wanted to hear Christmas music so badly. Really cool groove JJ! I hope there are plans for more. The Little Drummer Boy perhaps?

    • @DananWhiddon
      @DananWhiddon 3 года назад +1

      I would love to hear him do The Little Drummer Boy!

  • @crabby_64oz72
    @crabby_64oz72 3 года назад +2

    Sweet tunes bro

  • @SlowHoundCBGs
    @SlowHoundCBGs 3 года назад +12

    Has a "Hit the Road Jack" flair about it. Kewl.

  • @SandstormGT
    @SandstormGT 3 года назад +2

    Justin in front of a crackling fireplace playing Christmas music would be on my Christmas rotation for all time.

  • @lukeirwin3309
    @lukeirwin3309 3 года назад +11

    I was thinking about learning some Christmas songs on guitar. Now I know where I'll be getting my inspiration.

  • @Bucketlee
    @Bucketlee 3 года назад +3

    It does not matter how much i watch Justin i just cannot get over how amazing he is at making his guitars sing!

  • @mohammedalaogly1182
    @mohammedalaogly1182 3 года назад +1

    At these times of the world tragedies
    Your music is the light at the end of the tunnel
    Keep the art coming
    Peace and love from libya

  • @miketaylor8510
    @miketaylor8510 3 года назад +2

    Awesome JJ 🎸🎸🎸soulful brother 🎯🎵

  • @CutterJ
    @CutterJ 3 года назад +4

    ...that scratch beat is kickin’ it...we like it! 4 thumbs up
    Cutter & Ms C

  • @jayt561
    @jayt561 3 года назад +11

    Your finger-picking is second to none. Keep killing the game man 👍🏼

  • @kady275
    @kady275 3 года назад

    Wow! Scotty Moore meets Wes Montgomery with a little bit of Andre Segovia thrown in just because he can do it!! Amazing!!

  • @lewolf2884
    @lewolf2884 3 года назад +24

    I WAS SO HOPING YOU WOULD GIVE US A GIFT OF EVER-LOVIN' FINGER-PICKIN' YULE CHEER!!! HAPPY HOLIDAYS, TEACH!!!

    • @frakognome4434
      @frakognome4434 3 года назад +1

      If Dreams Come True...🎶 Grazie Justin, Happy feasts!

    • @toddmyers6351
      @toddmyers6351 3 года назад +1

      Sweet pickin MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎅

  • @ebakunin
    @ebakunin 3 года назад +2

    This is great. Thank you.

  • @colonelkeitel3787
    @colonelkeitel3787 3 года назад +1

    Great music Justin , merry Christmas to you and yours. Justin we need a Christmas music instructional DVD. Please 🙂

  • @RangoV
    @RangoV 3 года назад +2

    Yes!

  • @DeanNelsonRN
    @DeanNelsonRN 3 года назад +1

    You have a gift from God.... so lucky to have seen this

  • @Bildad1976
    @Bildad1976 3 года назад +1

    Absolutely technically brilliant and beautifully inspirational!
    Thank you, Justin, for this delightfully delicious delicacy!

  • @karlkascha1261
    @karlkascha1261 3 года назад +2

    I love your festive background. Another great performance Justin. I look forward to your postings. You never disappoint. You keep playing and I'll keep watching and listening 🎧.

  • @lonniecrook1684
    @lonniecrook1684 3 года назад +2

    Can't get enough of this man's talent!

  • @littlewing7813
    @littlewing7813 3 года назад +1

    Justin is a true genius. A talent for sure

  • @lawrencetierney4053
    @lawrencetierney4053 3 года назад +2

    Thank you and Merry Christmas to you

  • @houndearaudio
    @houndearaudio 3 года назад +6

    I love all your videos dude. I’ve learned a lot just by watching your videos. You’re an inspiration. Thanks for sharing your talent with the world, bud.

  • @d.vincent6190
    @d.vincent6190 3 года назад +2

    Best rendition I've ever heard, thanks Justin. 👍

  • @tonybennett365
    @tonybennett365 3 года назад

    I love the gypsy jazz angle, mixed with a country blues undertone... superb..

  • @markwathen7600
    @markwathen7600 3 года назад +2

    🎵🎶 have a safe and blessed 🙏 Christmas. 🎵🎶

  • @jvapaodjim6168
    @jvapaodjim6168 3 года назад +4

    Nice pickin'...!
    ...and really like your Bassman in the back !!

  • @possumwilliams2940
    @possumwilliams2940 3 года назад

    Justin, I swear brother I believe that if I would be able to put strings on a pair of my old socks you could play the shit out of them. You never cease to amaze me with your talent... the best guitar player I've ever heard bar none. I'm soon to be 70yrs.old and been playing music for 50yrs.and played with a lot of people and my friend you are awesome, awesome. Thanks again for entertaining me 🤠🎸🎶✝️🙏 stay safe 😷

  • @raymankowski33
    @raymankowski33 3 года назад +1

    Justin, Thanks for sharing. Makes this world a little better.

  • @TheNosoul4evr
    @TheNosoul4evr 3 года назад

    Justin, you are the Chet Atkins of this generation, there is none better. Keep on rocking man.

  • @tjallevanderwal8031
    @tjallevanderwal8031 3 года назад +5

    Was just watching your video when i got the notification. Perfect timing

  • @kendavis8649
    @kendavis8649 3 года назад +1

    Finally watching the whole vid. Actually listening and typing this at the same time. I was about to give my fiancee her birthday gift online right at the stroke of 12:01 her time. JJ is about to finish so gotta pause. Whoah just made it. No surprises there. F n amazing as usual. Thanks Justin. Before this I thought the coolest version was by the Barenaked Ladies. It's cool in its own right. But, what Justin did here has way more sprinkles on it. Like the ultra deluxe sundae. Ok gotta get to bed. Again though, just amazing. Thanks, Justin. Oh yes, my fiancee loved what i did for her. If she wasn't on the other side of the world right now, I know I'd be in the hospital by morning. ;-D

  • @canadianberniebro2462
    @canadianberniebro2462 3 года назад +7

    thanks for the early Christmas cheer Justin

  • @warmblood58
    @warmblood58 3 года назад +2

    Great style for that song! Beautiful arrangement!

  • @SteffTheElf
    @SteffTheElf 3 года назад +7

    Sweet improv dude! I'm groovin to this version of this timeless classic.

  • @jamesmartin4938
    @jamesmartin4938 3 года назад

    You the man! Yes, agree with other comments! A Christmas album NEEDS to happen. People who aren't even into guitar so much would even love and appreciate it. It's relatable to a wider audience. Make it happen Justin!

  • @EricCarrPhotos
    @EricCarrPhotos 3 года назад

    You turn a Guitar into every instrument. Love you dedication to your craft. It is in your body man !!! Let it out. All of us want to hear what is in there. !!!

  • @PointPanic
    @PointPanic 3 года назад +2

    Sweet grooving merry gentle guitar! Thanks for posting this fun arrangement!

  • @richmakarski2812
    @richmakarski2812 3 года назад +1

    Freaking magic. Keep doing what you're doing. We love it.

  • @ukestudio3002
    @ukestudio3002 Год назад

    Wonderful take. I’ve always been fascinated by the interesting chord progressions in some traditional Christmas tunes. Have "jazzed" up a few religious songs but shied from showcasing them in public. Bravo.

  • @highendservicesbarrieont8347
    @highendservicesbarrieont8347 3 года назад

    Nice..Mr Emmanuel..would likely dig some of your stylings.....but what a nice close to Christmas evening...traditional song....you did..as I mix.my dark rum..and end my December day.Thank you friend

  • @KevinMerinoCreations
    @KevinMerinoCreations 3 года назад +3

    This definitely helps my holiday spirit grow! I thank you! 💗

  • @raymondcampanini6847
    @raymondcampanini6847 3 года назад

    Justin Johnson brings me comfort and joy 🥲

  • @margrethedamkilde4843
    @margrethedamkilde4843 3 года назад

    I start my day looking on this site to hear a good morning new melody. What a pleasure to start the day in this way.

  • @ACoustaDC
    @ACoustaDC 3 года назад

    I guess these merry gentlemen will be HITting THE ROAD...... Jack.

  • @bluesroad9606
    @bluesroad9606 3 года назад +6

    Awesome!

  • @muffintop_08
    @muffintop_08 3 года назад +2

    I literally don't know which one of his covers I love the most

  • @jimhofoss9982
    @jimhofoss9982 3 года назад +3

    you nailed it! that was funky as all hell! cheers!

  • @songsbyvitali899
    @songsbyvitali899 3 года назад +13

    You and Tommy Emmanuel should get together and jam

  • @mr.nachomacho868
    @mr.nachomacho868 3 года назад

    Enjoying a nice bottle of whiskey while listening to this.

  • @73macrino
    @73macrino 3 года назад

    I have to say that I enjoy listening to your music as much as listening to a few of my favs such as Setzer, knophler , and Reed rest his soul... and others. Agree with the other comment, CHRISTmas album would be awesome!! Merry Christmas ALL.

  • @pattycakesxo1758
    @pattycakesxo1758 3 года назад

    Thank you for the early present.It will be the best memory for this year!!!
    And what a beautiful and intimate Christmas setting.

  • @Eggs4ckley
    @Eggs4ckley 3 года назад

    Beautiful tree, tidings of comfort and joy to all

  • @user-in9xo6zo9p
    @user-in9xo6zo9p 3 года назад

    I swear I could jear two guitars playing !!! rhythm and lead..... great show

  • @rickoliver2059
    @rickoliver2059 3 года назад +2

    You do tremendous justice to those Furch guitars Justin . Your mind controlling your picking fingers and Freddie Fast Fingers amaze me and keep me hypnotized until the song ends . Much respect from downunder in NZ .

  • @nevermind-he8ni
    @nevermind-he8ni 3 года назад +2

    Cool and smooth as always. Thanks for making me smile today. Happy holidays to you and yours!

  • @samuelvogler3250
    @samuelvogler3250 3 года назад +1

    Hi @Justin Johnson. I love the simple but clever way you interpret songs! You're also one of the more prolific RUclips guitarists. Could you do a video on memory techniques that allow you to learn songs so fast and hold such an expansive repertoire?

  • @Roxanne2883
    @Roxanne2883 3 года назад +4

    I love it Justin 🤗♥️🔥⛄🎄

  • @shaydame0777
    @shaydame0777 3 года назад

    Please don’t rest merry gentleman..keep playing these beautiful tunes for us! Much enjoyment!

  • @luluwinke6581
    @luluwinke6581 3 года назад +1

    12 20 2020 perfect solo, fine as the scent of those fir nettles.

  • @robinemery
    @robinemery 3 года назад +5

    In his own style 💜JJ💜

  • @g4outdoors
    @g4outdoors 3 года назад

    The bass line of "16 Tons" with "God rest ye". Fun and I loved it!

  • @TNKHART
    @TNKHART 3 года назад

    Yes to a Christmas album!!!!! Take my money.

  • @archaicanarch5567
    @archaicanarch5567 3 года назад +2

    Bravo, Justin! Merry Christmas, y'all!

  • @skmiller1468
    @skmiller1468 3 года назад +1

    No end in sight for this young artist's talent.

  • @dougalexander7204
    @dougalexander7204 3 года назад

    Don’t know why but this makes me think of Christmas in Appalachia coal country. I see ladies high stepp’n in long dresses with aprons and boots, gentlemen in worn bibs shak’n the dust off. Neither knows how poor they are, but happy with what the good Lord provides. Thank you Justin, and may you and your lady have a wonderful holiday.,

  • @sreilhac
    @sreilhac 3 года назад +2

    you get such awesome sound from these recordings, love it! Thank you!!

  • @Phoenix-One0922
    @Phoenix-One0922 3 года назад +1

    I never really cared about Christmas music but this guy Justin just-in-spires anything he touches!! If Grandma could hear this, she'll be dancing in her grave and shaking the dust!! ha! ha! ha! keep up the great work Justin Man!

  • @fb510m
    @fb510m 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for the great music! Wow, that's really great music!

  • @russnurse2b807
    @russnurse2b807 3 года назад +3

    That was fantastic!! Great job!! Christmas is my favorite time of the year. I love holiday songs and you did such a nice job on this one.

  • @keithcopeland8245
    @keithcopeland8245 3 года назад

    Nice really enjoyed this rendition of a old classic. Kind of jazzy and bluesy sounding. Very nice. The ending was great.

  • @dbuck5350
    @dbuck5350 3 года назад

    Guilty...I was clapping to the rhythm. Well done.

  • @michaelstewart7139
    @michaelstewart7139 3 года назад

    Excellent,!! Going thro a really rough patch at the moment , but playing this , this evening has brought some Christmas cheer into our house. Thank you.

  • @andrewjameshenderson1389
    @andrewjameshenderson1389 3 года назад

    Jazz caroles!!! I love it!!! Thank you so much! This is really beautiful!!!!🌹🙂🐷❤🌹

  • @jakebeasley3578
    @jakebeasley3578 3 года назад

    I have said it many times. You Sir are truly talented. And i agree we need to have a christmas album

  • @scottblair8625
    @scottblair8625 3 года назад

    I agree a Christmas album would be awesome.

  • @ColeMatthewsOfficial
    @ColeMatthewsOfficial 3 года назад +5

    Heck yeah! This is so smooth 🙌

  • @nikit5296
    @nikit5296 3 года назад

    I would love to get a Christmas album by you. Love listening to you and it would be nice to have you take on some good ol' holiday cheer. Maybe next year!? I vote YES!

  • @jakebrown2905
    @jakebrown2905 3 года назад +1

    Justin you are amazing you can take a song that everyone loves and give it a different rythm that changes the whole song it sounds so good

  • @yevetteyork4456
    @yevetteyork4456 3 года назад

    Justin as always you blew my sox off. I Play this very well in standard tuning. But in open G I love how i'm challenged by you all the time to be a better player. I Can never listen and watch a video once. It's a pete pete and repeat """" Next Christmas I hope to be listening to a holey day CD from you and the band:) Thank you for encouraging me to reach to be a better player. And thank you for playing so beautifully:) I am disabled and music has always been my drug of choice. No matter what's going on i can always sit down and play. It's my out source and my inner peace. Thank you for being a huge part of my Growth .!! Merry Christmas to you and Yours

  • @DIRK-PITT
    @DIRK-PITT 3 года назад +2

    Love it, realy good thanks Justin Jonssen.

  • @garzottinho
    @garzottinho 3 года назад

    Keep on rocking Justin. Your playing keeps my mind busy while studying. Thank you

  • @fcvorsklaphotografy
    @fcvorsklaphotografy 3 года назад

    Я весь новый год всю ноч буду только тебя слушать!

  • @NorthAlabamaCryptidMrMrsNAC
    @NorthAlabamaCryptidMrMrsNAC 3 года назад

    Cheered us up. very good Playing.
    Merry Christmas to all- The Baxter Family.

  • @natepark2973
    @natepark2973 3 года назад

    Just smoked a bowl to this... was not disappointed.

  • @rogerlarson6144
    @rogerlarson6144 3 года назад +2

    Out of all your acoustic guitars I have grown quite fond of the deep rich tones out that Furch. Very nice rendition. Well Done!!

  • @kpslinger6030
    @kpslinger6030 3 года назад

    A very Ray Charles genius flair and to this one. . . Brilliant

  • @mariedurand6935
    @mariedurand6935 3 года назад

    merci Justin très belle mélodie 👍 et très beau sapin 👍😉🗼

  • @SIXPACFISH
    @SIXPACFISH 3 года назад

    WOW! You took one of the tiredest old, boring Christmas songs there is, and brought it back to life! With an invigorating energy, that makes every toe start a tapping! Please revive some more musty old Christmas songs!

  • @bobcormier5098
    @bobcormier5098 3 года назад

    You go justin .........I hope some day I can start playing again really miss it ........times are just really tuff for awhile now no job no savings. .....but there's other people that are worse offff .......merry x mass to all and stay healthy