Very interesting. This song was originally recorded by Steve in 1969 in 3/4 time. Then Iain Matthews rearranged it in 4/4 time. It is Iain's version that The Eagles made famous. This live recording by Steve Young (RIP) starts in 3/4 and then switches to 4/4 when it speeds up at about the 1:30 mark. I have never heard Steve perform it in 4/4 time either live or as a recorded version. It works well. Steve - a truly under appreciated songwriter. If you are not familiar with some of his other stuff, look it up and give it a try.
I first heard this by the Eagles, then by Megan Patrick $ the Washboard Union and never knew it was a masterpiece by Steve Young. He was a rebel and a genius and not too recognized. I can not stop listening to this song, it’s awsome. RIP Steve Young, I wish I had a chance to meet and see u.
This man is one of the pioneers of country rock and the outlaw country movement. Crazy that he’s not well known. Only real music fans know. Waylon Jennings covered two of his songs. That became staples on Waylon’s set. Rip mr young.
Waylon told anyone who would listen that Steve Young might have the best voice and country music. That’s saying something coming from a guy like Waylon Jennings who really might’ve had the best voice and country music at that time.
I saw Steve once in Edmonton, Alberta, 9 years later, in 1994. He played a solo gig with a 12-string guitar. It blew me away. It remains one of my favorite concerts ever. It was nice chatting with him after the show. I was so sad to hear he passed away not long ago. Even sadder to find out that almost no one mentioned it. To me Steve Young had one of the greatest voices in country/folk music. I cherish all of his albums! "Seven Bridges Road" is a timeless classic on the same level as the first two Band albums.
Steve truly lived the life of a troubadour. Back in the day I was fortunate enough to have coffee and about a 40 minute conversation with him before a show in Fremont, Michigan. He was such a genuine human. We talked about fingerpicking (he used hardened fingernails, I use fingertips), his love of the Hispanic culture and how he drove from gig to gig going from Nashville to California or vice versa. He even hung out with my friends and I after the show. He is missed.
This song touched my heart in the 80’s amd still do. My first conection was true Egales live which I use to listen on a tape. I have no connection to Alabama ot Us whatsowever. Brilliant song.
I’d honest to God rather hear THIS version! What a talented creator & artist! I feel embarrassed that I didn’t know he wrote this song or the story behind it. There is nothing like hearing a song straight from the source…the meaning/feelings that created it really come through…purely & authentically. I can just feel it in my soul.💚 Thank You for sharing!
" Renegade Picker" maybe the greatest record ever recorded. Obviously, thanks to Steve Young but also, produced by Roy Dea and he did a magnificent job.
people covered this song cause it's a good song cause everyone has a road they're on right now! Everyone listening is on the road right now! We're here.
I'm not very familiar with Mr. Young, but always loved the Eagles version of this song. This version makes me think of Gordon Lightfoot. I think Gordon would've sang it this way. I look forward to listening to more Steve Young!
Very interesting my first time hearing the original version. Much credit to Mr. Young for riding this wonderful song of course popular consensus would be that the Eagles version is much better to which I agree but then again we’re talking about the Eagles man so that’s not an unsold at all. It’s a major major compliment that they took on this song, and I hope he made a fortune from it very well written song
Are you serious? Go to the version the Eagles did in Seattle live. Think it was done in 1977 or 76. Thr harmony is amazing. They used to open their concerts with this starting in an acapella opening!!
@@1JUSTPASSINGTHROUGHThey are starting their concerts with this song in 2024. I've been fortunate to sit in the 2nd row. Wish I could record and post, as I often do, but that's not possible with Eagles' shows. It would get me a copyright strike, then get taken down.
Yes, their version appeared out of nowhere in every way except that one way where they lifted the arrangement from Iain Matthews and Michael Nesmith from a few years earlier.
👆Thanks to your post☝️I went & listened to his original version & FREAKKNG LOVED IT! …even MORE than this by far! That video didn’t allow comments so I’m leaving one here to say that if you’re like me & didn’t know he wrote this let alone sang it himself…ya HAVE to go check it out! 🤩⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
There's another video from the same gig and the song The Contender At the end the show the names of the musicians. Bent Bredesen-Leadguitar Jonas Fjeld-guitar/synthesizer Pal Reinertsen-bass Paolo Vinaccia-drums/percussion Three musiciand have a bit Swedish-names :-)
@@ronvandoorneveld3213 It was probably easier (and less expensive) to pick up a few local guys to play with him instead of bringing a whole band to Sweden with him. It was a good decision on his part because these guys rock!
I am ashamed that I always thought Glenn Frey wrote this song. I never checked the provenance of it. Mr. Young's version is different than the Eagles' and more melodic. However, I prefer the Eagles version because of the harmonic a capella performer at the beginning and end of the song.
@@t54760 MY CAPS LOCK BUTTON IS STUCK, BUT I AIN'T SAYIN' WHY. ALSO I JUST DROVE UP FROM THE SOUTH YESTERDAY, 15 HOURS ON THE ROAD, AND I ENJOYED THE STARS DOWN THERE ALOT. I EVEN FOUND A VERY SMALL LITTLE MINISCULE TOWN IN ALABAMA WHICH GOES BY MY NAME. NEVER SEEN THAT BEFORE. AND THANKS FOR YOUR COOL MESSAGE ALSO!
Very interesting. This song was originally recorded by Steve in 1969 in 3/4 time. Then Iain Matthews rearranged it in 4/4 time. It is Iain's version that The Eagles made famous. This live recording by Steve Young (RIP) starts in 3/4 and then switches to 4/4 when it speeds up at about the 1:30 mark. I have never heard Steve perform it in 4/4 time either live or as a recorded version. It works well. Steve - a truly under appreciated songwriter. If you are not familiar with some of his other stuff, look it up and give it a try.
What a singer and what a great song. This song was truly Steve Young's baby. He sang it like no other.
The song's been covered by many but still belongs right here where it came from - nobody will ever do it better than Steve Young.
❤ truly a dear friend, truly missed in my life
I first heard this by the Eagles, then by Megan Patrick $ the Washboard Union and never knew it was a masterpiece by Steve Young. He was a rebel and a genius and not too recognized. I can not stop listening to this song, it’s awsome. RIP Steve Young, I wish I had a chance to meet and see u.
This is the first time I’ve ever heard Steve Young sing. You can tell 7 Bridges Road was his baby. What an amazing version!
His song classic for ever
He also wrote a song that Waylon did called Lonesome, Onry, and Mean.
This man is one of the pioneers of country rock and the outlaw country movement. Crazy that he’s not well known. Only real music fans know. Waylon Jennings covered two of his songs. That became staples on Waylon’s set. Rip mr young.
Waylon told anyone who would listen that Steve Young might have the best voice and country music. That’s saying something coming from a guy like Waylon Jennings who really might’ve had the best voice and country music at that time.
I saw Steve once in Edmonton, Alberta, 9 years later, in 1994. He played a solo gig with a 12-string guitar. It blew me away. It remains one of my favorite concerts ever. It was nice chatting with him after the show. I was so sad to hear he passed away not long ago. Even sadder to find out that almost no one mentioned it. To me Steve Young had one of the greatest voices in country/folk music. I cherish all of his albums! "Seven Bridges Road" is a timeless classic on the same level as the first two Band albums.
yes i know the feeling.....i saw him -83 in stockholm and that was the best i ever heard (Y)
This is by far my favorite version of all time. The guitar work, the melodic timbre. This is exactly how this song is supposed to sound imho
@ Teresa, well he wrote it!
Eh. I like the barbershop sound the Eagles did more. Either way it's a fantastic song.
Thank you for posting. This is equivalent to viewing the Mona Lisa for the first time.
Steve truly lived the life of a troubadour. Back in the day I was fortunate enough to have coffee and about a 40 minute conversation with him before a show in Fremont, Michigan.
He was such a genuine human. We talked about fingerpicking (he used hardened fingernails, I use fingertips), his love of the Hispanic culture and how he drove from gig to gig going from Nashville to California or vice versa. He even hung out with my friends and I after the show. He is missed.
Genuinely one of the great voices and song writers. I'm always genuiely taken away by hearing this man sing. Rest in peace.
Beautiful man, beautiful voice and talent!
Seven Bridges Road is one the greatest songs ever! Thanks for posting.
Never heard about Steve Young before I am ashamed to admit!! He has a wonderful voice and this is a great performance of his original song!
Nobody did this better than Steve.
Steve was the total package..world class vocals,super good rhythm player ,decent picker and awesome writer.
Rip.
Decent picker? I haven't seen better live , maybe Isaac Guillory
I am amazed! It is so beautiful! Done by the creator😊Never knew, such a wonderful surprise😂
Makes me cry every time
This song touched my heart in the 80’s amd still do. My first conection was true Egales live which I use to listen on a tape. I have no connection to Alabama ot Us whatsowever. Brilliant song.
Never knew this song was his, loved hearing him perform it.
Saw Steve in gainesville fl
Around 76-77, played 12 string solo. Small venue great show.
I’d honest to God rather hear THIS version! What a talented creator & artist! I feel embarrassed that I didn’t know he wrote this song or the story behind it. There is nothing like hearing a song straight from the source…the meaning/feelings that created it really come through…purely & authentically. I can just feel it in my soul.💚 Thank You for sharing!
Thanks Steve, THE REAL DEAL WHO INSPIRED THE BEST!
Man, what a great song. I'm glad Steve wrote this one.
Didn't Glen Frey write rock salt and nails though...?
@@81kentboy That's one I've never heard of.
@@81kentboy written by Bruce Duncan "Utah" Phillips
" Renegade Picker" maybe the greatest record ever recorded. Obviously, thanks to Steve Young but also, produced by Roy Dea and he did a magnificent job.
people covered this song cause it's a good song cause everyone has a road they're on right now! Everyone listening is on the road right now! We're here.
These solo perperfomers like young vanzant guy these are the troubadors of the 2²,1 st they seem to say it better than any RnR band.
This is amazing! The writer finally revealed
Everyone who ever read the credits of songs knew Steve Young wrote the words and music for this song...
It was never hidden. :)
I was privileged to call Steve’s wife Terrye my friend for a couple years before her death; she was a great lady.
I became friends with her also. She was brilliant and a wonderful person.
God bless you, Steve Young.
Sooo good. The original is best of all others.
I'm not very familiar with Mr. Young, but always loved the Eagles version of this song. This version makes me think of Gordon Lightfoot. I think Gordon would've sang it this way. I look forward to listening to more Steve Young!
I love this 🎵 🎶 brings me back to listen to music with my family 👪 and listen to them sing
Wow...glad I found this. Awesome post.
Thank you so much. Truly enjoying these clips. They warm my heart
Yes I agree. The Studio version of this song is really amazing
Wow, superb.
Amazing . Thank you .
Beautiful. Thanks.
What a Guy, God bless you guide and protect you , RIP
Listening to Steve before the Eagles. Once Bernie and Randy left I only liked Timothy.
OMG! This is it.
Best one
Original, baby❤️❤️❤️
Love the 🎸 Riffs…🤘🤘🤘🤘❤️❤️❤️
The epitome of Southern Country Soul Music. His son Jubal is a chip off of the old block. Check it out.
😊👍🏼🙏Steve‼️🙏
Very interesting my first time hearing the original version. Much credit to Mr. Young for riding this wonderful song of course popular consensus would be that the Eagles version is much better to which I agree but then again we’re talking about the Eagles man so that’s not an unsold at all. It’s a major major compliment that they took on this song, and I hope he made a fortune from it very well written song
I been a fan of Steve Yoguns for 18 years and I had no idea the Eagles had a version of seven bridges rood!
Are you serious? Go to the version the Eagles did in Seattle live. Think it was done in 1977 or 76. Thr harmony is amazing. They used to open their concerts with this starting in an acapella opening!!
@@1JUSTPASSINGTHROUGHThey are starting their concerts with this song in 2024. I've been fortunate to sit in the 2nd row. Wish I could record and post, as I often do, but that's not possible with Eagles' shows. It would get me a copyright strike, then get taken down.
Comes from the heart. Eagles did a good job too.
I’m used to the Joan Baez version, but wow, this is gorgeous
I first heard Rita Coolidge sing this song.
Like the Dude, I fucking hate the Eagles, man. That makes me loving this song when performed by Young (I heard the Eagles ver 1st) so special
In a way, the Eagles version (live) kinda appeared outta nowhere: it was a cool surprise, though
Yes, their version appeared out of nowhere in every way except that one way where they lifted the arrangement from Iain Matthews and Michael Nesmith from a few years earlier.
You gotta love how he covered the eagles' cover of his song instead of performing it as he did on the album. Lol
Eagles covered Iain Matthews' cover of Steve Young's song.
@@swordedaffair he covered a cover of a cover. This is getting out of hand lol
👆Thanks to your post☝️I went & listened to his original version & FREAKKNG LOVED IT! …even MORE than this by far! That video didn’t allow comments so I’m leaving one here to say that if you’re like me & didn’t know he wrote this let alone sang it himself…ya HAVE to go check it out! 🤩⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
check out "Ian Mathews" 7 bridges road.
Wow, Gordon Lightfoot much!
First time hearing him and i thought the same thing as soon as a word came out his mouth
The best dang songwriters eminate from the U.S. South. With much credit due to the influence of enslaved African-Americans and their offspring.
does anyone know the name of that lead guitarist?
Who's in the Band?
There's another video from the same gig and the song The Contender
At the end the show the names of the musicians.
Bent Bredesen-Leadguitar
Jonas Fjeld-guitar/synthesizer
Pal Reinertsen-bass
Paolo Vinaccia-drums/percussion
Three musiciand have a bit Swedish-names :-)
@@ronvandoorneveld3213 It was probably easier (and less expensive) to pick up a few local guys to play with him instead of bringing a whole band to Sweden with him. It was a good decision on his part because these guys rock!
@@ronvandoorneveld3213 the first three are Norwegians
Troubadour
Blue grass
Svenskar här?
I am ashamed that I always thought Glenn Frey wrote this song. I never checked the provenance of it. Mr. Young's version is different than the Eagles' and more melodic. However, I prefer the Eagles version because of the harmonic a capella performer at the beginning and end of the song.
sadly never achieved fame yet found the likes of waylon jennings and the eagles plundering his songbook.
DUDE STOLE THIS SONG FROM THE EAGLES.
BUGS ME WHEN PEOPLE DO THAT.
I love the Eagles, but they stole this song from the great Steve Young. But you can tell that the Eagles had mad respect for him, too.
@@matthewrussell1044 WHY DO YOU HATE THE EAGLES SO MUCH???
@@drServitis LOL, I just said that I love the Eagles! Just saying that Steve Young wrote "Seven Bridges Road."
@drServitis it's been 3 months, more than enough time for an all caps reply.
@@t54760 MY CAPS LOCK BUTTON IS STUCK, BUT I AIN'T SAYIN' WHY. ALSO I JUST DROVE UP FROM THE SOUTH YESTERDAY, 15 HOURS ON THE ROAD, AND I ENJOYED THE STARS DOWN THERE ALOT. I EVEN FOUND A VERY SMALL LITTLE MINISCULE TOWN IN ALABAMA WHICH GOES BY MY NAME. NEVER SEEN THAT BEFORE. AND THANKS FOR YOUR COOL MESSAGE ALSO!