Fantastic Album! Holly Williams describes Southeastern perfectly in a review she did for Garden & Gun: “Every single human should own Southeastern, by Jason Isbell. It will break you down, lift you up into laughter, make you explore the dark places you never wanted to, and still has the choruses that you can’t stop singing in the shower. Love and glory, death and defeat. A perfect exploration into all of our souls no matter our age, class, or taste. He is a perfect storyteller and musician.”
Impulse Sonic Arts Great quote, but Holly's latest output is right up there as well in terms of musicianship and songwriting. I mean Waitin on June, my word....
Last time I saw Jason someone in the crowd kept shouting songs for him to play, he said "I don't make set list and neither do you" best answer to an annoying drunk ever.
Love it, my favorite come back I heard once was "You seem to have a LOT TO SAY, come down here to the microphone!" If they're Drunk enough you get em down, then have the bouncers escort em out.
Is it bad that I’ve listened to every Jason Isbell video on RUclips and get all giddy like a school girl when I see a new one? Yeah, I didn’t think so either ;)
Never noticed how good the bass part is on Different Days. Sometimes I’m so into Jason’s lyrics I forget to listen to how good all the instrumentation is as well!
Not really sure he’s country - perhaps Southern Rock but he is hard to define which is why he is so intriguing. All the best. New Album “Weathervanes” is out.
I can't wait to see Jason in Atlanta at a music festival! Hadn't heard of him before recently but now I'm really enjoying his soulful music. It is truly so soulful and well-written!
sturgill, stapleton, jamey , and now mr Jason isbell .. 🎵from the soul and talent worthy of Willie Waylon cash .. thank you Jason for sharing your soul and delivering music from the ❤
For the first time, I listened to Jason Isbell. He seems a good-hearted humble person, explaining the story behind the song. I may not agree with some of his messages, but love the way he explores life of us all, without distinction! His song writing skills are so good!
He was great in the Truckers but has really hit his stride with the 400 unit. Albums get better and highlights come thick and fast - song-writing has grown better, his playing too and he's now a superb band-leader. Great to hear the Southwestern songs with the band, and a superb post. Thanks y'all from England
Just discovered the wonderful music and songwriting talent that is Jason Isbell. I love it when you discover a new artist and you can reach back and discover a rich catalogue of great songs and brilliant music.
as a high school student who struggles to find good new music this really gives me hope. what a good songwriter and he seems like a genuine good dude also.
Humility and appreciation Jason exudes it in undeniable authenticity. Cheryl Waters you did a wonderful job on this interview. This was a unforced conversation where you were both actually listening to each other which can only happen when both parties are very comfortable. Nicely done! I've watched this performance many times and I keep coming back again, so good. Thank you so much! And I get to see him play again this week at Red Rocks! I'm blessed!
I've had the pleasure meeting Jason several time due tot he countless shows I attend for him. One of the most down to earth and talented individuals I have ever met.
I saw this band at the Aladdin Theater in PDX, Oregon. They were soft, LOUD, and awesome. They are well kept in in sync. Jason has one of the biggest voices I've ever heard live. He actually needs a group that can match his boldness and these guys are a great fit for him. As for the "20 something" guitarist, he is really special. He blew my mind on several occasions that night.
The keyboard player was with Son Volt. I don't know why Jay got rid of him, but a great addition to any band. He's perfect with Isbell, I agree, not only a song writer, but as a picker. He's blown my mind since Decoration Day tour years ago!!!
Jason's music flows like warm butter ... simple and easy to listen to ... a very rare talent.. Go see him and support real talent even if the "popular" music culture does not .......
Rarely , very rarely do I get goose bumps when listening to new(er) artists. I can barely get a shirt on now after listening to Jason due to, you guessed it, the goose bumps..... great career to come... just happy I "found" him early on...much prayers for continued success.... Jason, stay true. .. I know you will....
Saw Jason in Savannah at Johnny Mercer Theater as warm-up to John Prine. What a wonderful performer. I had to purchase his newest CD "Southeastern". Being an Alabama native, naturally I could dive into his music easily.
Seattle? long way from Bama... i always enjoy the radio show live performances wherever they are at! i love at 5:00 when the guitar gets hit while he talks about taking such good care of it. ah, road life.
This guy totally reminds me of my best friend who died 15 years ago. Thay look almost identical and share the same approach in making music. I like it.
Jason sings "Live Oak", one of the darkest songs anyone's ever heard, and Holly says, "Ummm... so nice", like he'd just sang a Christmas carol or something. Pretty funny...
Staring at the pictures of the runaways on the wall / Seems like these days you couldn't run away at all / Even if you did, what you got to run away to? / Just another drunk daddy with a white man's point of view How to set up an image in only four lines... This man is a genuine wordsmith, best songwriter around.
Here are the Lyrics "Flying Over Water" From the sky, we look so organized and brave Walls that make up barricades and graves Daddy's little empire, built by hands and built by slaves From the sky, we look so organized and brave In the heat, I saw you rising from the dirt Drunken tears and tugging at your skirt If only you could tell me then, what part of you got hurt In the heat, I saw you rising from the dirt Take my hand baby, we're over land I know flying over water makes you cry Where's that liquor cart, maybe we shouldn't start But I can't for the life of me say why From the sky the highway's straight as it could be A string pulled tight from home to Tennessee And still, somehow, those ditches took the better part of me From the sky, the highway's straight as it could be Take my hand baby, we're over land I know flying over water makes you cry Been in the sky so long, seems like the long way home But I can't for the life of me say why Do we leave our love behind? Would we leave our love behind? Did we leave our love behind? Would we leave our love behind? Take my hand baby, we're over land I know flying over water makes you cry Been in the sky so long, seems like the long way home But I can't for the life of me say why Did we leave our love behind? Did we leave our love behind?
Sounds great. I've only added "Cover Me Up" don't wanna add to many otherwise it a Jason Isbell cover band, and he's till touring actively. Good Luck Aaron. Cheers my friend
been a fan of Jason for a while now even without knowing it for a while. My favorite songs DBT did were isbell songs before i even knew. Outfit etc... Then I started listening to his solo stuff and now its intimate. Shared this artist with a couple of girl friends better then sex in its ability to forever hold a moment (i am old now). I love playing these songs myself. I wish there was a good video for my early favorite song "Sun Stroke"
These songs from Southeastern have turned out to be even better live with the 400 Unit. Sadler Vaden was a great addition to the lineup on guitar and his duet here on Stockholm is strong.
I saw his strap fail and that guitar hit the stage at Christmas Jam in Asheville. He just stood silent for a moment, looking at it at his feet and he said, "I just dropped that guitar."
Although I love the Isbell did with the Truckers, this stuff is amazing. Also Isbell referring to Todd Snider is pretty cool. . . East Nashville skyline, crossing over to a state of mind!
Cheryl, loved the interview you have a great natural way about you.Check out Bob Harris at BBC - I'll be subscribing to KEXP. Saw Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit last night in Camden Town, London...that's England for you all! Great Glorious Gig. A man with with a voice and the words and music to go with it and such a tight band and backing vocals.
the guy doesn't write a bad song. one of the best singer/songwriters of a generation.
Fantastic Album! Holly Williams describes Southeastern perfectly in a review she did for Garden & Gun:
“Every single human should own Southeastern, by Jason Isbell. It will break you down, lift you up into laughter, make you explore the dark places you never wanted to, and still has the choruses that you can’t stop singing in the shower. Love and glory, death and defeat. A perfect exploration into all of our souls no matter our age, class, or taste. He is a perfect storyteller and musician.”
Impulse Sonic Arts Great quote, but Holly's latest output is right up there as well in terms of musicianship and songwriting. I mean Waitin on June, my word....
Impulse Sonic Arts I concur. Some important answers to life's tough questions are woven into his lyrics. :) SO inspiring!
Truer words have never been spoken.
Last time I saw Jason someone in the crowd kept shouting songs for him to play, he said "I don't make set list and neither do you" best answer to an annoying drunk ever.
Love it, my favorite come back I heard once was "You seem to have a LOT TO SAY, come down here to the microphone!" If they're Drunk enough you get em down, then have the bouncers escort em out.
Now he plays the same set list at every show
Recently, and accidentally found Jason Isbell on RUclips. So glad I did. Great songwriting combined with a great voice. Love it.
Is it bad that I’ve listened to every Jason Isbell video on RUclips and get all giddy like a school girl when I see a new one?
Yeah, I didn’t think so either ;)
No it's not bad I've done the same
No I do it every time too!
I do that with Sturgill. I just started with Jason though.
I think I'm trying to catch up with you. Yeah, really giddy!
Screw these commercials in the middle of these good songs
"Jesus loves the sinner, but the highway loves the sin."
Jason is the REAL DEAL. Not just an artist, but a mentor. To all who struggle.
Never noticed how good the bass part is on Different Days. Sometimes I’m so into Jason’s lyrics I forget to listen to how good all the instrumentation is as well!
Just came across this.
3 year fan.
5 time live show attendee..
Appreciate and enjoy the honest and live progression.
Looking forward to so much more.
Southeastern was the best album of 2013 and the more I see Jason perform live, the more addicted I get. Wilmington or Bust this Saturday!!!
Never been a big fan of country music but this guy, Jason Isbell, is a great find - so is The Zac Brown Band btw.
Not really sure he’s country - perhaps Southern Rock but he is hard to define which is why he is so intriguing. All the best. New Album “Weathervanes” is out.
I can't wait to see Jason in Atlanta at a music festival! Hadn't heard of him before recently but now I'm really enjoying his soulful music. It is truly so soulful and well-written!
I am basically obsessed with his music, please keep doing what you are doing!!
I spent a decade on Ryan Adams now I can't stop with Jason - like 5 years now... basically since Southeastern.
sturgill, stapleton, jamey , and now mr Jason isbell .. 🎵from the soul and talent worthy of Willie Waylon cash .. thank you Jason for sharing your soul and delivering music from the ❤
For the first time, I listened to Jason Isbell. He seems a good-hearted humble person, explaining the story behind the song. I may not agree with some of his messages, but love the way he explores life of us all, without distinction! His song writing skills are so good!
He was great in the Truckers but has really hit his stride with the 400 unit. Albums get better and highlights come thick and fast - song-writing has grown better, his playing too and he's now a superb band-leader.
Great to hear the Southwestern songs with the band, and a superb post. Thanks y'all from England
Just discovered the wonderful music and songwriting talent that is Jason Isbell. I love it when you discover a new artist and you can reach back and discover a rich catalogue of great songs and brilliant music.
I just discovered him yesterday on NPR's "Mountain Stage". I'd heard of him but never really paid attention. I'm paying attention now.
Me too : )
Jonathan Bailey ...."
as a high school student who struggles to find good new music this really gives me hope. what a good songwriter and he seems like a genuine good dude also.
Look no further than Sturgill Simpson.
Ryan Nalley Sturgill Simpson Is immensely talented but there is no way that he is a better lyricist than Jason Isbell.
Luke Davis if you like Jason, check out American Aquarium. Great band from Raleigh, NC and Jason actually produced one of their albums.
K17swayne you're correct. Sturgill is awesome, but doesn't cut as deeply as Isbell.
He has a way of getting in your head I love it
Humility and appreciation Jason exudes it in undeniable authenticity. Cheryl Waters you did a wonderful job on this interview. This was a unforced conversation where you were both actually listening to each other which can only happen when both parties are very comfortable. Nicely done! I've watched this performance many times and I keep coming back again, so good. Thank you so much!
And I get to see him play again this week at Red Rocks! I'm blessed!
Is it me or does this sound just like the album. Isbell is such a great singer, it's giving me a mindfuck.
Live Oak is a brilliant song!
I'm playing it on repeat. What a song.
How can you not love this guy. Talented in all sorts of ways and nice
Best album of 2013. Best gig of 2013. Working hard in 2014. Excellent...
I've had the pleasure meeting Jason several time due tot he countless shows I attend for him. One of the most down to earth and talented individuals I have ever met.
I saw this band at the Aladdin Theater in PDX, Oregon. They were soft, LOUD, and awesome. They are well kept in in sync. Jason has one of the biggest voices I've ever heard live. He actually needs a group that can match his boldness and these guys are a great fit for him. As for the "20 something" guitarist, he is really special. He blew my mind on several occasions that night.
The keyboard player was with Son Volt. I don't know why Jay got rid of him, but a great addition to any band. He's perfect with Isbell, I agree, not only a song writer, but as a picker. He's blown my mind since Decoration Day tour years ago!!!
Great performance! I found Jason by accident, listening to autoplay after listening to an Alabama Shakes song. I'm delighted and I thinkI'll stay.
Jason's music flows like warm butter ... simple and easy to listen to ... a very rare talent.. Go see him and support real talent even if the "popular" music culture does not .......
I love how issy just decides to shred out so nonchalantly in spots. Like "yea I can play too."
KEXP ,CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR EXCELLENT STUDIO RECORDING AND PRESENTATION . ROCK ON!
Am truly amazed watching Jason Isbell right now. Come to Los Angeles.
This tune is so catchy, off his Southeastern CD. I get it stuck in my head for days! Love it, obviously.
congrats Jason doing great. Now bring it back home to Alabama. we miss your music
Enjoyed this a bunch over lunch! Love Jason's music!
Incredible songwriter. Southeastern is his best work yet. Can't wait for what's next!e
not since Harry Chapin has there been a soul driven songwriter like Jason Isbell , great singer , writer, musician and a great band .
+frank martin John Prine!
+frank martin Steve Earle?
cmon Frank.
Rarely , very rarely do I get goose bumps when listening to new(er) artists.
I can barely get a shirt on now after listening to Jason due to, you guessed it, the goose bumps..... great career to come... just happy I "found" him early on...much prayers for continued success.... Jason, stay true. .. I know you will....
Great band and excellent songs--very tight too--I love live performances that come off so well like this. Well done guys!
He's such a great song writer.
Jason Isbell is a Musical Badass!
Thanks--these guys are great--go see them live!
been in the sky so long, seems like a long way home...
"& sometimes you can filter that down to the punk rockers"... love this guy!
Yea, of course I do.
Saw Jason in Savannah at Johnny Mercer Theater as warm-up to John Prine. What a wonderful performer. I had to purchase his newest CD "Southeastern". Being an Alabama native, naturally I could dive into his music easily.
I know it’s been a few years but I have one word to say…..Lucky!
this is the first thing in so long that really sounds like the USA
One hundred thanks
It s great
Can't wait to see him in London:)
"It's an album full of songs more about me"...following a song about a Great Lakes pirate finding love. Gotta love that!
It's metaphorical about his divorce.
Seattle? long way from Bama... i always enjoy the radio show live performances wherever they are at! i love at 5:00 when the guitar gets hit while he talks about taking such good care of it. ah, road life.
We will see him at Shaky Boots tomorrow. This guy is a great songwriter. He's gonna make a lot of new fans in the ATL!
I don't say much....but he is exceptional. Springsteen feel.
Seriously impressed!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Me too. You are right. Springsteen loves him. He’s actually said some really nice things about him.
This guy totally reminds me of my best friend who died 15 years ago. Thay look almost identical and share the same approach in making music. I like it.
Jason sings "Live Oak", one of the darkest songs anyone's ever heard, and Holly says, "Ummm... so nice", like he'd just sang a Christmas carol or something. Pretty funny...
Maybe she understood that it's metaphorical?
How is it not... "Umm.. So nice"? One of the most beautiful songs written, albeit dark
Beautiful.
Jason is amazing in concert, AMAZING.
Extraordinary album
I love it ... KEXP always good ;}
Southeastern is such a solid album
Great music! I loved all his songs.
WONDERFUL music ! I love this voice, is amazing. Thank you.
I love these guys so much, it's amazing
Holy crap, this is for Southeastern! Wonder if the DJ lady knew what she was hearing haha. History in the making.
Check out Isbell's CD Southeastern from 2013. I was one of the best released in any genre. His Alabama Pines is also a perfect track.
Staring at the pictures of the runaways on the wall / Seems like these days you couldn't run away at all / Even if you did, what you got to run away to? / Just another drunk daddy with a white man's point of view
How to set up an image in only four lines... This man is a genuine wordsmith, best songwriter around.
Not to mention working Benzodiazepine into a song and making it work! He's the man.
Nielz073 up there with the greats
Here are the Lyrics
"Flying Over Water"
From the sky, we look so organized and brave
Walls that make up barricades and graves
Daddy's little empire, built by hands and built by slaves
From the sky, we look so organized and brave
In the heat, I saw you rising from the dirt
Drunken tears and tugging at your skirt
If only you could tell me then, what part of you got hurt
In the heat, I saw you rising from the dirt
Take my hand baby, we're over land
I know flying over water makes you cry
Where's that liquor cart, maybe we shouldn't start
But I can't for the life of me say why
From the sky the highway's straight as it could be
A string pulled tight from home to Tennessee
And still, somehow, those ditches took the better part of me
From the sky, the highway's straight as it could be
Take my hand baby, we're over land
I know flying over water makes you cry
Been in the sky so long, seems like the long way home
But I can't for the life of me say why
Do we leave our love behind?
Would we leave our love behind?
Did we leave our love behind?
Would we leave our love behind?
Take my hand baby, we're over land
I know flying over water makes you cry
Been in the sky so long, seems like the long way home
But I can't for the life of me say why
Did we leave our love behind?
Did we leave our love behind?
Drive by truckers lost alot when Jason Isbell went away. Jason is great.
Was great to see this perfromance since I haven't had a chance to see him live yet.
brondman18 saw him last night at the incredible Florida Theater in Jax, amazing..Life time concert.
James Jones I saw him then, too... fantastic performance. I've been practicing songs from Southeastern all week.
Sounds great. I've only added "Cover Me Up" don't wanna add to many otherwise it a Jason Isbell cover band, and he's till touring actively. Good Luck Aaron. Cheers my friend
been a fan of Jason for a while now even without knowing it for a while. My favorite songs DBT did were isbell songs before i even knew. Outfit etc... Then I started listening to his solo stuff and now its intimate. Shared this artist with a couple of girl friends better then sex in its ability to forever hold a moment (i am old now). I love playing these songs myself. I wish there was a good video for my early favorite song "Sun Stroke"
saw him on my birthday in New Orleans unforgettable trip unforgettable show. And thats what its about
His songs were great during his DBT stint and he still kicks butt.
Amazing in the band drive by truckers and good with this band Jason kicks ass.
Such great music and Jason seems like a fun guy :)
No ego, no band members competing, Awesome
Holy hell, this is some classy stuff right here.
Nashville October with Parker Millsap! Oh yeah.
18 people were so wasted watching this they accidentally hit thumbs down.
Four years later, that number is up to 50. How in heaven's name can that be?
@@SeaDrive300, probably people that disagree with his politics.
freetickeys 56 drunks...terrible
58 now. They all need a punch in the junk.
Sadler wiping some sort of gunk off his Telly Deluxe while waiting for his entry at 7:25 is peak sideman energy.
These songs from Southeastern have turned out to be even better live with the 400 Unit. Sadler Vaden was a great addition to the lineup on guitar and his duet here on Stockholm is strong.
"Live Oak" feels so much like a Townes Van Zandt song
I saw his strap fail and that guitar hit the stage at Christmas Jam in Asheville. He just stood silent for a moment, looking at it at his feet and he said, "I just dropped that guitar."
Link
I find they like it when I stand right in the front row and scream out requests.
love it from kc....
watching in 2021 !
Live Oak's a great song. Maybe the greatest song about a serial killer, right up there with Sufjan's John Wayne Gacy Jr.
Although I love the Isbell did with the Truckers, this stuff is amazing. Also Isbell referring to Todd Snider is pretty cool. . . East Nashville skyline, crossing over to a state of mind!
@ 5:50 the vocals are very nice!
Wicked good one guys\
Jason's buddy Dave Letterman brought him to play in the city park in Choteau, Montana on the night of a July 3 several years ago.
Chris Stapleton and this guy need to tour. Outlaw country returns...
GOLD
Fucking Brilliance...
awesome！！！
💥👁💥👀 watching. Wink.
Cheryl, loved the interview you have a great natural way about you.Check out Bob Harris at BBC - I'll be subscribing to KEXP. Saw Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit last night in Camden Town, London...that's England for you all! Great Glorious Gig. A man with with a voice and the words and music to go with it and such a tight band and backing vocals.
Come to Canada
The drummer is wearing a Grimeys shirt. Love Nashville.
wow....wow
WOW
There are some similarities between Ryan Adams and Jason Isbell
Good stuff from both
love the Todd Snider reference :)
Great songwriter and performer and he is funny as heck on Twitter.
Let's kick it...
15 seconds into holding the new guitar and it gets bumped. Eeek!!
Great moment.