Just a note to let everyone know that my father William C. Martin AKA "banjodr1" passed away at home on Tuesday. Thank you all for your kindness, as just knowing someone took the time out of their busy day to listen meant a lot to him. Because some had asked for one, he asked if we could make a cd of his music, so we'll see what we can do when time allows. Thanks again, his family...
Sorry to hear he passed, heartfelt condolences to his family. This is an excellent rendition of 'Rye Whiskey' he nailed it! Thank you for sharing his talent.
I'm so sorry to hear this! I would love to have a copy of his music. He really sings with great feeling and a wonderful sense of time. Please contact me if you could make his recordings available.
So sorry for your family. I have listened to his version of "Rye Whiskey" more than any song on RUclips and was always hoping he would make a tutorial! Your father will be greatly missed by so many.
My dad used to sing this to us kids when we were little. He's been gone a long time and I've tried to find the old songs the way he sang them. I've been through dozens of versions, but yours is perfect. Thank you.
I have listened to this so often for a number of years now. It's the finest rendition I've come across and has deeply influenced how I play it - as a homage to Carl in fact. Bless him.
Carl has said below G tuning tuned down a bit, but I found it very nice to play in Double C (gCGCD), just hanging out and hammering on the second fret of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd strings (and sliding up to the 5th fret of the 1st string occasionally)...sounds pretty close to what Carl did here (i was actually never able to work it out in standard G and am really curious how that worked, since i'm familiar with some other arrangements of this song in G that sound somewhat different). anyway, super simple in Double C. hope that's of use. Also, echoing what others have said here, this is my favorite version of this song I've heard...love it for the simplicity.
Practice, you're doing just fine my friend, if I could play I'd play just like you in fact I'm going to one of these days, soon as I buy a banjo, when I get my $1,400 stimulus check I'm going to go buy me a banjo yep and some tires for my pickup truck. Keep playing music my friend you're doing real fine. Just remember if you ever think about being too old well just stop thinking about it because you never know how long God's going to let us all live, that means you might live for another 20 or 30 40 years for all you know. You just never know but keep up playing good and playing some good old hymns and some old country folk songs that's really good stuff, and don't forget to start eating a lot of plant-based nutrition you know the nutrition you get from plants vegetables fruits whole grains that's right whole grains, clean out your arteries need vegetables and fruits whole grains beans rice brown rice,
And don't eat no meat no dairy and stuff like that no pie and all that calories and all that fat and oil and grease and sugar and flour you don't need it you want to clean out your arteries going to live a long time yeah live a long time to annoy the social security office, they get mad when people outlive they're usefulness and just live live and they can't stand it for paying someone for a long time, their plan is to pay somebody for about 10 to 15 years and then hopefully they'll die off that's what they want, so live healthy collect money for a long time from the government and play folk songs on your banjo oh yeah perfect stuff my friend. I got 40 more pounds to go and I'm down 38 lb now I'm doing good I might got a little more than that to go but we're doing good, this is a way of life with me it's not a diet it's a way of life now of course what I eat is my diet we know that but it's not a so-called diet just a way of living eating fresh eating plants man powered by plants I am got all kinds of energy and I'm like I say I'm going to outlive God willing I will outlive the social security department and they'll be forced to pay me the money that I have coming and that is my plan and to share the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ with anybody that'll listen. Anyway I love your your music playing and keep up the great work I'll be out here focusing on more of your music okay bye
I don't know why Folk moves my soul so much. I have no southern roots. I'm Japanese and Italian for Christ sake. But no matter what I have this strong feeling of nostalgia anytime I listen to American folk music. Like I lived a life long ago a time where this music originated.
This kinda music played like this touches lots of us that are still breathing right. LOL LOL Buying a new open back banjo soon and this is the kind of speed I want to play and sing. It's all about playing good old country hymns, gospel, Kentucky music from the hills and Tennessee back woods.. playing from the heart...simple music from simple American folks...😊😊😊😊😊😊 Real country music if you will...😊😊
@@andreadietrich9889 I think this is one of the best videos ever. Carl's story is an all American one. We are so fortunate to have the opportunity to hear his music.
Thank you. In answer to your question, the banjo is an inexpensive Asian (Lotus brand ) banjo with an aluminum rim. I inserted a wooden hoop into the inside of the rim to mellow it down a bit. It seems to record and play nicely. Thanks again.
I love him! Beautiful voice & clawhammer. His voice has been floating in and out of the moments of my life. I've loved him for years & thought it was time I commented. What a beautiful piece of the past he took with him.
Wish this was on Spotify. It’s such a beautiful rendition and I find myself coming back to this time and time again whenever I need a little pick me up. Thanks so much Carl, and family of Carl. Your legacy lives on and you continue to touch lives everyday :) If I ever have children someday, they’ll grow up with this.
Unbelievable. You really have something here. I fell asleep to your music last night and I'm listening to it now while cleaning my room. Can't wait to hear more.
Setting out back on a Sunday .... best time for me to play this. My dad who passed away 4 years ago played the banjo and it rang beautifully through my child home in Indiana. I miss it
Sorry I did find him sooner he is a very lovely banjoist very clear and gentle frailing. God gave him a lovely Talent and his Music blesses all who hear it. I know I am folk singer myself peole love this Music.
Banjodr1, yours is a special version of this tune. Your vocals have an haunting quality to them. Thanks for sharing your talent. I would like to play clawhammer like this.
The most beautiful version I ever heard, and the one I learned on a few years ago. But I approximated it in open G, and it wasn't quite right. Came back to hear it again, and listened over and over, and believe the tuning here is: fC#G#G#C#. It's similar to Dock Boggs tuning (f#DGAD) tuned down half a step, but the G is tuned up to play like you already have your finger on it at the second fret. I am going to call this wonderful sound "Doc Martin" tuning. Thank you Mr. Martin, I wish I could have played with you. God bless.
Just found this recording. Sorry to hear your father has passed away. His music is something that is hard to find nowadays and I feel lucky to have stumbled upon it. Thank you.
Great Job on this Old Song. I have also heard many renditions of it played & sang. It is probably my favorite ever. Very Simple but wonderful to hear. I live in Ky & my Great Uncle played. I never got the chance to meet him as he played around the counties(locally) in a Great Band from what I hear. They played the Old Barn Dances. I finally broke down and bought a Banjo from a large Auction House around 5 years ago. Although there was very light crayon markings on the top it was in pretty good condition for its age. I paid about $140, as with the detailed inscription by the Music People from the Auction house, it was a really nice Banjo. I think there were about 10 folks bidding on it. I still have the receipt from the Auction House. It doesn’t have Brand Name linked to it. The bottom bridge (?) needs replacing. I did once, take it to a local man that plays excellent Banjo. He looked it over & told me it was an excellent Banjo that just needed a little tweaking. Said it was around from he believed the 40-50’s tops. I never did take it to have it have new strings & a bridge put on it & it still sits in Storage to this day. The Case is Old & Tattered but still in decent shape. It’s been & still is in storage to this day. That being 5 years now & its now Sept 2020. I should sell it but would rather put it in a descent Auction where more people could see it, & it would at least probably get me my money back. I just never took the time to fool with it. I play mostly just guitar & just fiddle around with that! Anyway... Great Job... Thank You 🙏
As is, recordable for commercial sales. This vid recalls my fist Mississippi John Hurt listen. This version embodies Appalachia to me and is far superior to more commerical version such as Tex Ritter's.
"I wonder how the boys made out?" My father fought in 3 wars. When he was near 40, a helicopter mechanic, and a drill Seargent down at Fort Benning Hal Moore came rolling in with a new plan. My father went to Vietnam when I was 6. I almost never knew him. What he was, and he was the kindest, and the gentlest man I ever knew. He died when I was 33. Too many cigarettes, and "too much good living." He drove himself to the hospital, and checked himself into the intensive care. He knew he was dying for a year, but he didn't tell any of us. I suppose he didn't want to grieve us. I visted him that last week. He never spoke on religion, he just said this wasn't his home. I'll never forget something he said to me that last week. "I wonder how the boys made out?" I knew what he meant. Well, I guess he's home now, and I guess he's got his answer.
I've heard this song countless times since I was a little boy, and done in even more different ways. This is probably my favorite version I've heard yet! You wouldn't by chance have it tabbed out would you? Regardless, it this sounds really good. Keep up the pickin!
Carl, I love the way you play this and also your voice. This is how old time should sound. This is how I can imagine they did it all that time ago. I am actually quite deaf but I can understand every word you sing. It is simple and almost Bob Dylan when he played his simple backgrounds. I am learning clawhammer so I am going to have a bash at this one now. Pleasure to listen to you.
herd this song listening to Peter Rowan he has a good version of this song as well but hey I just found another good version to the song I found lot of singers sing this but not many as good as yours I'm lucky to have run across yours
Whiskey made in America with greater than 51% rye is Rye Whiskey. Canadian Whisky containing any amount of rye is Rye Whisky. Whisky and Whiskey are both correct, depending in where the whisky/ey came from.
Just a note to let everyone know that my father William C. Martin AKA "banjodr1" passed away at home on Tuesday. Thank you all for your kindness, as just knowing someone took the time out of their busy day to listen meant a lot to him. Because some had asked for one, he asked if we could make a cd of his music, so we'll see what we can do when time allows.
Thanks again, his family...
Sorry to hear he passed, heartfelt condolences to his family. This is an excellent rendition of 'Rye Whiskey' he nailed it! Thank you for sharing his talent.
I'm so sorry to hear this! I would love to have a copy of his music. He really sings with great feeling and a wonderful sense of time. Please contact me if you could make his recordings available.
Please notify me. I would love to purchase a cd of his great music!!! don72048@yahoo.com :) :)
So sorry for your family. I have listened to his version of "Rye Whiskey" more than any song on RUclips and was always hoping he would make a tutorial! Your father will be greatly missed by so many.
Thank you for your kind words...
Sitting on my ranch and taking a moment to tip my hat and say amen and godbless
You are missed Mr. Martin RIP 🇺🇸
My dad used to sing this to us kids when we were little. He's been gone a long time and I've tried to find the old songs the way he sang them. I've been through dozens of versions, but yours is perfect. Thank you.
I have listened to this so often for a number of years now. It's the finest rendition I've come across and has deeply influenced how I play it - as a homage to Carl in fact. Bless him.
God rest the old gentleman. The peace of God.
Carl has said below G tuning tuned down a bit, but I found it very nice to play in Double C (gCGCD), just hanging out and hammering on the second fret of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd strings (and sliding up to the 5th fret of the 1st string occasionally)...sounds pretty close to what Carl did here (i was actually never able to work it out in standard G and am really curious how that worked, since i'm familiar with some other arrangements of this song in G that sound somewhat different). anyway, super simple in Double C. hope that's of use. Also, echoing what others have said here, this is my favorite version of this song I've heard...love it for the simplicity.
Made go out and buy my first banjo my friend….. guitar and mandolin and now the true American instrument!!! Well done sir and thank you 🌵🌵🌵🌵🤠
One of the best songs ever
I would like to give 23 thumbs up but it only allows me to give one.
Don't get any more real than this..
Southern heritage
Wow what a great rendition of this song. I reckon I'm fortunate Carl left this behind for us to learn and carry the torch.
I just found this music. Sorry to hear he's passed. His voice was amazing.
Thank you for the very kind comments. I keep telling myself that, if I keep on diligently practicing, things will improve.
It's been 9 years. Did they improve?
@@0ak3nshi3ld88 he passed a cpl yrs back 🥺
I miss you
Practice, you're doing just fine my friend, if I could play I'd play just like you in fact I'm going to one of these days, soon as I buy a banjo, when I get my $1,400 stimulus check I'm going to go buy me a banjo yep and some tires for my pickup truck. Keep playing music my friend you're doing real fine. Just remember if you ever think about being too old well just stop thinking about it because you never know how long God's going to let us all live, that means you might live for another 20 or 30 40 years for all you know. You just never know but keep up playing good and playing some good old hymns and some old country folk songs that's really good stuff, and don't forget to start eating a lot of plant-based nutrition you know the nutrition you get from plants vegetables fruits whole grains that's right whole grains, clean out your arteries need vegetables and fruits whole grains beans rice brown rice,
And don't eat no meat no dairy and stuff like that no pie and all that calories and all that fat and oil and grease and sugar and flour you don't need it you want to clean out your arteries going to live a long time yeah live a long time to annoy the social security office, they get mad when people outlive they're usefulness and just live live and they can't stand it for paying someone for a long time, their plan is to pay somebody for about 10 to 15 years and then hopefully they'll die off that's what they want, so live healthy collect money for a long time from the government and play folk songs on your banjo oh yeah perfect stuff my friend. I got 40 more pounds to go and I'm down 38 lb now I'm doing good I might got a little more than that to go but we're doing good, this is a way of life with me it's not a diet it's a way of life now of course what I eat is my diet we know that but it's not a so-called diet just a way of living eating fresh eating plants man powered by plants I am got all kinds of energy and I'm like I say I'm going to outlive God willing I will outlive the social security department and they'll be forced to pay me the money that I have coming and that is my plan and to share the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ with anybody that'll listen. Anyway I love your your music playing and keep up the great work I'll be out here focusing on more of your music okay bye
And I'm back after 6 years...still plays true...
Thank you Carl Martin such a pleasant change 🩵
I don't know why Folk moves my soul so much. I have no southern roots. I'm Japanese and Italian for Christ sake. But no matter what I have this strong feeling of nostalgia anytime I listen to American folk music. Like I lived a life long ago a time where this music originated.
Christian Louis this performance will move a human. Jus sayen.
This kinda music played like this touches lots of us that are still breathing right.
LOL LOL
Buying a new open back banjo soon and this is the kind of speed I want to play and sing.
It's all about playing good old country hymns, gospel, Kentucky music from the hills and Tennessee back woods.. playing from the heart...simple music from simple American folks...😊😊😊😊😊😊
Real country music if you will...😊😊
Cause Your Soul is pure! 😢😊
@@chuckjeffery944it doesn't move 'all' ! Cause ' 'all', aren't PURE! Religion, aside! 😮🎉
@@andreadietrich9889 I think this is one of the best videos ever. Carl's story is an all American one. We are so fortunate to have the opportunity to hear his music.
Thank you. In answer to your question, the banjo is an inexpensive Asian (Lotus brand ) banjo with an aluminum rim. I inserted a wooden hoop into the inside of the rim to mellow it down a bit. It seems to record and play nicely. Thanks again.
I love him! Beautiful voice & clawhammer. His voice has been floating in and out of the moments of my life. I've loved him for years & thought it was time I commented. What a beautiful piece of the past he took with him.
...the banjo, the tune, and, hopefully, the whiskey, are nothing if not MELLOW!...nice job!!
Sorry for your loss. This is real music music of life. Make that Cd....
Wish this was on Spotify.
It’s such a beautiful rendition and I find myself coming back to this time and time again whenever I need a little pick me up.
Thanks so much Carl, and family of Carl. Your legacy lives on and you continue to touch lives everyday :)
If I ever have children someday, they’ll grow up with this.
Beautiful song,,,,❤
The only version of this song that's ever brought me to a tear or two.
Damn, I know.
Banjohohohoh I loves it.....
Unbelievable. You really have something here. I fell asleep to your music last night and I'm listening to it now while cleaning my room. Can't wait to hear more.
Damn good.
Coming from you that's a real compliment!
Setting out back on a Sunday .... best time for me to play this. My dad who passed away 4 years ago played the banjo and it rang beautifully through my child home in Indiana. I miss it
Wow what a beautiful song yoo
This song is near to my heart my dad used to sing it...sans banjo. He had heard guys play it in the bar his family owned
Just dont get no better! Captures a viibe Thats long gone! Sort Of
Rest in peace, friend
One of my all-time favorite songs very well done thank you sir
i grew up listening to this
This song hit me on the right spot can't say more
A really nice version of RyeWhiskey.
Sorry I did find him sooner he is a very lovely banjoist very clear and gentle frailing. God gave him a lovely Talent and his Music blesses all who hear it. I know I am folk singer myself peole love this Music.
Banjodr1, yours is a special version of this tune. Your vocals have an haunting quality to them. Thanks for sharing your talent. I would like to play clawhammer like this.
MAy his soul rest in peace/ A fan of this type of music from Morocco
The most beautiful version I ever heard, and the one I learned on a few years ago. But I approximated it in open G, and it wasn't quite right. Came back to hear it again, and listened over and over, and believe the tuning here is: fC#G#G#C#. It's similar to Dock Boggs tuning (f#DGAD) tuned down half a step, but the G is tuned up to play like you already have your finger on it at the second fret. I am going to call this wonderful sound "Doc Martin" tuning.
Thank you Mr. Martin, I wish I could have played with you. God bless.
I haven't heard this song is so long, this is a great song. It is a wonderful recording. It brings back so many memories.
And now I'm crying haha fenomenal
Fantastic, could sit down and listen to a couple of hours of that!
Best version of this I've ever heard . .
You have more then done it justice....I play this when i'm tippin 160 plays true to the word....
This is the most fun song ever!
Thanks for sharing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
makes me happy that im playing the banjo its soo kool hahah and i love playing it!! vary vary good song *sigh*
This is a fine rendition! Great pleasure to listen to his style of playing.
Man my dad used to sing this all the time when I was younger.
the best singer I ever heard j'aime beaucoup son style il faudrait plus de chanteur comme ça ! merci
...This version is a classic!...It should be included in an anthology of old timey songs.
Just found this recording. Sorry to hear your father has passed away. His music is something that is hard to find nowadays and I feel lucky to have stumbled upon it. Thank you.
just perfect
Awesome
This mesmerized me, and moved me too. Thank you.
I've heard countless versions of this song. I love this one. Thanks for sharing.
Do you have a cd available?
Me too, love it
...joining in...A feel for this tune.
Ties it all together nicely. Thanks
...joining in...A nice feel for this tune.
Ties it all together nicely. Thanks
So nice. Thanks for preserving these old songs. So hard to find anyone who performs them anymore. It's all fast paced "tempo de fire truck" music.
Great Job on this Old Song. I have also heard many renditions of it played & sang. It is probably my favorite ever. Very Simple but wonderful to hear. I live in Ky & my Great Uncle played. I never got the chance to meet him as he played around the counties(locally) in a Great Band from what I hear. They played the Old Barn Dances. I finally broke down and bought a Banjo from a large Auction House around 5 years ago. Although there was very light crayon markings on the top it was in pretty good condition for its age. I paid about $140, as with the detailed inscription by the Music People from the Auction house, it was a really nice Banjo. I think there were about 10 folks bidding on it. I still have the receipt from the Auction House. It doesn’t have Brand Name linked to it. The bottom bridge (?) needs replacing. I did once, take it to a local man that plays excellent Banjo. He looked it over & told me it was an excellent Banjo that just needed a little tweaking. Said it was around from he believed the 40-50’s tops. I never did take it to have it have new strings & a bridge put on it & it still sits in Storage to this day. The Case is Old & Tattered but still in decent shape. It’s been & still is in storage to this day. That being 5 years now & its now Sept 2020. I should sell it but would rather put it in a descent Auction where more people could see it, & it would at least probably get me my money back. I just never took the time to fool with it. I play mostly just guitar & just fiddle around with that! Anyway... Great Job... Thank You 🙏
I had forgotten that my dad used to sing this song. Your video brings back so many good memories of my dad. Thank you!
I use regular G tuning, GDGBD, but probably tuned down a bit. Thank you for the comment.
Sounds good! I like that old song!
I agree with the "old-time anthology" collection comment. This is wonderful.
Great version of this song.
Best version I've heard
Excellent.the song and tempo go great with your voice and playing. EXCELLENT! !!!!!!
Awesome job.
As is, recordable for commercial sales. This vid recalls my fist Mississippi John Hurt listen. This version embodies Appalachia to me and is far superior to more commerical version such as Tex Ritter's.
one of my favorite old time pieces to play. love the rendition
cool version of this classic, great job.
From folksinger to another very beautful work sir!!
Here after the haunted episode lol
Beautiful. Simply beautiful
"I wonder how the boys made out?" My father fought in 3 wars. When he was near 40, a helicopter mechanic, and a drill Seargent down at Fort Benning Hal Moore came rolling in with a new plan. My father went to Vietnam when I was 6. I almost never knew him. What he was, and he was the kindest, and the gentlest man I ever knew. He died when I was 33. Too many cigarettes, and "too much good living." He drove himself to the hospital, and checked himself into the intensive care. He knew he was dying for a year, but he didn't tell any of us. I suppose he didn't want to grieve us. I visted him that last week. He never spoke on religion, he just said this wasn't his home. I'll never forget something he said to me that last week. "I wonder how the boys made out?" I knew what he meant. Well, I guess he's home now, and I guess he's got his answer.
What a great rendition!
I just had RUclips rolling in the background and this one made me get up and see who it was. Lovely stuff.
I've heard this song countless times since I was a little boy, and done in even more different ways. This is probably my favorite version I've heard yet! You wouldn't by chance have it tabbed out would you? Regardless, it this sounds really good. Keep up the pickin!
makes me miss johnston co ky wer i was borned then we moved to hazzard ky
Carl, I love the way you play this and also your voice.
This is how old time should sound. This is how I can imagine they did it all that time ago. I am actually quite deaf but I can understand every word you sing.
It is simple and almost Bob Dylan when he played his simple backgrounds.
I am learning clawhammer so I am going to have a bash at this one now.
Pleasure to listen to you.
herd this song listening to Peter Rowan he has a good version of this song as well but hey I just found another good version to the song I found lot of singers sing this but not many as good as yours I'm lucky to have run across yours
Wonderful! Great singing voice and beautiful, clear playing! Please post more!
This is really a pleasure to listen to, thank you.
I love this song so much truly amazing
love it!
Simply beautiful
Love it... songs pretty damn good too!
Amazing version.
finally something to listen to!
Great old-time song! Well done!
wonderful job on this
This is terribly good!
very cool man...authentic
Ohhh 7 years ago wow
Who the shit would give this a thumbs down?
Love this song.......very well done sir.
beautiful sounds...
So great!
Amazing - loved it - thanks for sharing - I think I'll learn that one.
Whiskey made in America with greater than 51% rye is Rye Whiskey. Canadian Whisky containing any amount of rye is Rye Whisky. Whisky and Whiskey are both correct, depending in where the whisky/ey came from.
Love this song
just love it