My all time favorite band- Blind Melon. Shannon’s voice captivated me from the very split second I heard his first note in no rain and I’ve been a neon head ever since. Shannon’s death still hurts my soul. You, my friend, have brought back those soul gripping feelings I had way back in 93, thank you 🙏
What a wonderful version my friend!. I love how you are able to capture, in each cover song you do, that characteristic personal stamp that you have. You do an exceptional job of transforming other artists' songs into a personal, intimate version, without the need to add multiple instruments, flashy audiovisual effects, and various extravagance. Only you and your guitar, you are capable of transmitting so much and more with your own versions. Once again, thank you for this new gem and I hope you continue to maintain this same distinctive character in your interpretations for a long time to come.
Must have been 1993 I took the train from.San Francisco down to San Jose to see Blind Melon open for Lenny Kravitz and it was so cool I remember getting off the train and first thing I see in the station is magazine rack was the new Rolling Stone with Blind Melon on the cover felt so auspicious.The show was incredible because they all had such incredible warmth in their eyes, zero dickhead guy energy, even the bass player looked at me in the front row and smiled in the most genuine way imaginable. It was all so authentic and the music flawless and uplifting ✨️
I love the delicate playing in this cover. You can tell there was a lot of thought and effort into making it and for me it made me consider the song in a new way. I used to think it was a cynical take, but this makes me think the original may have been more sincere. Either way this take was and it makes it a way more fun thing to listen to. :)
You are on the mark with that! As soon as I saw your comment it peaked my interest wondering if he really does sound like Paul Simon and it definitely did not disappoint
Wonderful rendition. You’ve done him an honorable service today good sir. I aspire to be more like you and sing this well. Thanks for sharing your voice with us.
Covers are tricky, and you really nailed this. I prefer your version over the original, actually. The subdued intro makes it so much more relatable, and your voice gives it some grunge, which is appropriate for the era it was written. It would be cool to have this one on Spotify.
Truly enjoyed this version, man. Your distant demeanor fit the mental state of this song, thus making the video a stoic fit for my own mental state, thanks, I really enjoyed this!
Your interstate love song cover showed up in my feed and I was immediately impressed, decided to check out this one since covering a Blind Melon song is nearly impossible - his voice was just so unique. Then I decided to see if you had anything on Spotify. Opened Spotify and funny thing was the last time I had opened it on my computer I was listening to the album Nico by Blind Melon. Anyway, your album on Spotify is absolutely amazing. It would fit in with any of the greatest 60s folk/singer songwriters. I hope you release more original albums.
Thank you! Yes, the first riff is a bit of a stretch but it's the only way I could blend in the notes without breaking them up. I hope the video helps! Cheers.
This is my favourite song in the whole world, and you really did it justice. Beautiful cover my friend
What a beautiful rendition of this timeless classic. Blind Melon fam unite!
Yeah I agree...nice job.
My all time favorite band- Blind Melon. Shannon’s voice captivated me from the very split second I heard his first note in no rain and I’ve been a neon head ever since. Shannon’s death still hurts my soul. You, my friend, have brought back those soul gripping feelings I had way back in 93, thank you 🙏
What a wonderful version my friend!. I love how you are able to capture, in each cover song you do, that characteristic personal stamp that you have. You do an exceptional job of transforming other artists' songs into a personal, intimate version, without the need to add multiple instruments, flashy audiovisual effects, and various extravagance. Only you and your guitar, you are capable of transmitting so much and more with your own versions. Once again, thank you for this new gem and I hope you continue to maintain this same distinctive character in your interpretations for a long time to come.
Thank you, brother! I always appreciate your kind words. Cheers!
Pure essence man, you just poured light in the soul..Sláinte mo Chara☘️
@@Macson32 Thank you, man! 🙏
Must have been 1993 I took the train from.San Francisco down to San Jose to see Blind Melon open for Lenny Kravitz and it was so cool I remember getting off the train and first thing I see in the station is magazine rack was the new Rolling Stone with Blind Melon on the cover felt so auspicious.The show was incredible because they all had such incredible warmth in their eyes, zero dickhead guy energy, even the bass player looked at me in the front row and smiled in the most genuine way imaginable. It was all so authentic and the music flawless and uplifting ✨️
Cool story and experience!
Thanks for sharing :)
Very cool
It was an honor and pleasure listening to you.
Scrolling and saw the thumbnail and I thought “This is going to be good.” And it didn’t disappoint. Great job!
Thank you, brother! A good friend of mine does the thumbnails for me so I'm happy you clicked on it! Cheers.
Let's go!!! So glad to hear this. Well done!
Awesome! Just what I needed to hear today. Thanks River!
Awesome, such a great song taking me back to the 90’s.
I love the delicate playing in this cover. You can tell there was a lot of thought and effort into making it and for me it made me consider the song in a new way. I used to think it was a cynical take, but this makes me think the original may have been more sincere. Either way this take was and it makes it a way more fun thing to listen to. :)
What I love most about your covers is they seem so perfect for your range and abilities. Nothing looks or feels strained. Well done sir!
Thank you, my friend!
Hello from the UK. Blind Melon the best. Fantastic rendition.
Really? A what? LoL
I close my eyes and hear Paul Simon in your voice 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
You are on the mark with that! As soon as I saw your comment it peaked my interest wondering if he really does sound like Paul Simon and it definitely did not disappoint
Yes, I’m pretty sure I commented the same thing recently 👌🏼
Yep that’s exactly what I needed after work. Cheers!
Cool view of this song; amazing the melody and they made with just this simple 2* chord song. thanks for sharing! :)
You, my friend, can nail any cover....class act, keep them classics coming 👌
Thank you! Much appreciated!
This is just great! When that bee appeared on Alternative Nation I was sold!
Great job
Thanks for sharing the music.
I haven’t heard this song in years, River.
Nicely done, my Friend 🎶
Oh my goodness. Gorgeous rendition. Best I've ever heard. Thank you for publishing this!
Thank you! I'm happy to hear you enjoyed it 🙏 Cheers!
Great job!! I like your arrangement.
One of my all time favorites and your version calms it down. Wonderfully executed
This is great!
Thank you, my friend!
One of my favorites to sing. Thank you. I like "Change" too. Sometimes I wonder if ol' Hoon can hear us singing.
Beautiful work my friend, and in a register I can sing in. Looking forward to learning this.
Thank you very much! I'm happy to hear you're going to learn the arrangement. All the best!
Beautiful! It reminded me a bit of Exploration by Bruno Coulais as well. Just lovely!
This was so incredible and inspiring. Thank you for sharing this version!
Thank you for the nice comment! Cheers.
Very, very nice cover.
Voice like honey, great guitar work too.
Thank you! I appreciate the kind words! 🙏
I like it. Has a country vibe. Great job. ❤
Thank you!
Wonderful rendition. You’ve done him an honorable service today good sir. I aspire to be more like you and sing this well. Thanks for sharing your voice with us.
Many many thanks, my friend! Keep up the singing :)
Nice cover River, another great tune that suits your voice and style.
Thank you, brother 🙏
it was only a matter of time before you got to this tasty lick. Well Done my friend. Well Done!!
Thank you!!
Brilliant cover River I love this song you done it justice my man
Thank you, brother!
Covers are tricky, and you really nailed this. I prefer your version over the original, actually. The subdued intro makes it so much more relatable, and your voice gives it some grunge, which is appropriate for the era it was written. It would be cool to have this one on Spotify.
Thank you for the sharing! I really appreciate it :)
One of your best yet
Thank you, my friend!
I haven't heard this song in a long time. This is the best cover of the song that I've heard. Great job River. Thank you for sharing this with us!
Thank you, man! I appreciate the kind words 🙏
One od the greatest melodies ever written. Nuff Said
You seriously crushed this. Really great rhythm and nice vocal-your voice really suits this tune.
Heading straight to my guitar to learn this!
Thank you, my friend! Awesome that you'll learn the song :)
Thank you, it's been a long time since i heard this, thanks for bringing back fun memories. Great arrangement
Beautiful song, beautiful cover. Very peaceful, very soothing. Love the intro.
Thank you! 🙏
Coming through loud and clear … well done 🎼👍
Absolutely love this!
such a great performance!
Miss Shannon! This was a great tribute.
Thank you River. You made my day, man!
Sounding really great there Mr. Sir!
Thank you, brother!
Great cover! That’s for sharing.
Congrats ... very nice really....
Now that's how you do a cover! Amazing rendition, so creative :)
Thank you, my friend!
Another one of my favs done beautifully by you my friend.
Thanks, Saundo my old friend! Hope to see you again whenever we can make that happen! ✌
Thank you for sharing this one with us ♥️
Truly enjoyed this version, man. Your distant demeanor fit the mental state of this song, thus making the video a stoic fit for my own mental state, thanks, I really enjoyed this!
Thanks, man! Great to hear you enjoyed it :)
Beautiful cover. Thank you
How is this magnificent cover not more popular? ❤
Thank you! Maybe it will grow in time :) Cheers!
Straight from the Heart Smooth!! Outstanding performance!!
Thank you, brother!
Excellent cover. Thank you
Your interstate love song cover showed up in my feed and I was immediately impressed, decided to check out this one since covering a Blind Melon song is nearly impossible - his voice was just so unique. Then I decided to see if you had anything on Spotify. Opened Spotify and funny thing was the last time I had opened it on my computer I was listening to the album Nico by Blind Melon. Anyway, your album on Spotify is absolutely amazing. It would fit in with any of the greatest 60s folk/singer songwriters. I hope you release more original albums.
Many thanks! I appreciate the kind words, my friend! And thanks for checking out the album on Spotify :)
Brilliant as always
Thank you!
What a beautiful interpretation my friend. Greetings from Brazil.
Thank you, brother! Greetings from Germany.
You are amazing! Your voice is out of this world!
Thank you! I appreciate that 🙏
Awesome. Really well done. Lots of love.
Superb arrangement!
Watched it twice.Pretty Good i would say.Just goes to show you different ways you can play songs too.
soulful rendition!!
I cant think of a single bad thing to say about this cover- You Nailed it, well done!
Perfect timing, thank you!
This is amazing. Well done, well done indeed.
Thank you, brother!
Damn this was flawless guitar and amazing singing done together! So good
Thank you so much! 🙏
I really enjoyed this.
Great cover, lovely clean playimg
Amazing! thankyou
Hey, dude, this is amazing. I love your arrangements and musicality! Keep up the good work!
Thanks, man!
Great cover! Thanks for posting. Do more.....
More to come! Thanks!
relly cool version!! loving it!
Great rendition. I tried playing along. That first little riff is tricky but you’ve got it sounding perfect
Thank you! Yes, the first riff is a bit of a stretch but it's the only way I could blend in the notes without breaking them up. I hope the video helps! Cheers.
Glad I found you, look forward to hearing more.
I'm happy to hear that. Welcome to the channel :)
Love your gravelly voice river so much soul.
Thank you so much! 🙏
Nice job man. Really captured the essence here.
This song matches your voice and style very well
Unbelievable again sir. Love your covers💪big love from ireland
This is great, many thanks.
Dude's got a really good voice! Very well done good sir!
Thank you, brother!
Well done sir!! Thank you
Friggin Beautiful!!!!!!
Splendide !.😊
Just awesome!!
LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS !!! Thank you ❤
Performed beautifully tnx
Superb cover mate great vocals too
Thanks, mate!
Beautiful! 💫
Superb cover my friend.
Many thanks!!
This is amazing, your voice is perfect for this song
Thank you so much! 🙏
All I can say is, River Crombie is the Great Escape 👌🏼
As usual, very well mate. You nailed it totally :)
Thank you, man!
@@rivercrombie u r welcome. Thanks
you have real soul...love it!
Thanks, brother!
Beautifully executed! ❤️
Loved it!
Totally nailed it!