I can't play and I can't sing, but thank God I can appreciate. I appreciate the straight forward, no frill performance on this video. It just goes to show, true talent doesn't have to rely on anything flashy or gimmicky. The sheer talent of these women just knocks me out.
It can't get any better than this. Several months after my Mom died back in 2014 I listened to this song and paid attention to the lyrics. The tears began to flow. A very moving part of our American heritage.
*This song means the world to me.* *On April 10th, 2017, my beautiful 17 year old Granddaughter was Promoted to Heaven.* *How I miss my Angela* 💕 *Looking forward to joining her, in God's Timing.* ❤
Bonnie, I can feel you pain and sadness. We too, lost our young grandson about a year ago too... prayers & blessings for the strength needed to you and yours. ✝️
Ken Burns did a special series on Country Music. I watch it in 2019 with my elderly 92 year old mother. This was the last song in the series she and I watched together in November of that year. She passed away in February 2020 with symptoms similar to COVID. Even today I cannot listen to this song without feeling a great sadness.
Isn't it wonderful how we can find comfort in the most unlikely places when we're grieving? It's almost like our loved ones are guiding us and helping us find peace.
Nice all around but when Iris comes in, it's just on a whole other level. Her voice cuts through and her phrasing is so soulful. Some people where just put together to sing. She's one of them.
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Who cares where the music comes from, people? Just sit back, crank this up, and enjoy. This is a great version of one of the greatest gospel songs ever.
This is how it's done. Perfect from start to finish. The harmonies are something to behold, they're spot-on. If you're gonna do an old-school gospel song, this is how you do it. Nothing else even comes close.
I love this version of this song. Love the band, they are really great. But vocally this is one of the tightest and most incredible performances of all time. Each of these ladies brings their own special vocal talent. Michelle has a beautiful powerful voice with a range she is barely using, Iris has a deep emotional and soulful expressiveness that is nearly indescribable, and Mairead has a soft gorgeous ethereal quality. Bravo! 👏👏👏👏 Bravo! 👏👏👏👏 - 👍
I have now added this performance to my top ten renderings of this classic as I brush the tears from my eyes. Friends, there are so many wonderful recorded performances of "Will The Circle Be Unbroken" that I've enjoyed - cherished - over the span of my many years all of which tells me there are bound to be myriad heart felt versions out there which I will most likely never know. Oh,I cannot even list all those I have heard. The powerful gospel/blues/roots performance delivered up by The Reverend Gary Davis; the version from the album of the same name from The Earl Scruggs Review (ca.1970ish - the version I think is the 'classic' for my generation); from EmmyLou Harris (solo and with friends); the pure essence and clarity of the timeless Carter Family classic... Oh, well -- may as well try and catch the wind as to even feign such an undertaking as to name all those who've done justice to the song. Why, a mere glance to the right of my screen shows a lineup of artists beyond my ability to essay here. I'll end here by saying aloud what I wonder (a lot, and often these days), namely, "who will sing it for me when it's my time to travel that final road?"
The last verse is what makes this version the best in my book. Bit it couldn't get there without the begining. I sang this song and my moms funeral when I was 12 years old and it means more then I can even put into words. But this recoding is the one I come to when I want to hear it as it should be.
Short and to the point: I've heard this performed by many others, including the great Roy Acuff, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band on the "Will the Circle Be Unbroken" album, the Carter Family, and more. This is the best. I feel these ladies, especially Iris, are thinking about what they are singing rather than just mouthing the words.
I saw her open for John Prine and she was a complete unknown to me, when she hit that first note there was a collective shift in the seats of everyone in the theater, it was incredible
We had this requested for a very sweet lady that we cared for. When I see the respect and love for a body laid to rest, and a song requested saying exactly just that, well, it just doesn't get any better than that! They are our treasure and the circle does go on, and never broken.
This is extraordinary. 3 hugely talented beautiful ladies giving it their all. I had never heard this version of this wonderful song. Simply majestic. Thank you God. ❤
I don't see many comments about Mairead Ni Mheaonigh. Mairead is a very accomplished singer both in english agus as gaelige and fiddle player. She has headed the Irish trad group Altan for many years now. She is a natural fluid native speaker and hails all the way from Co. Donegal. She is a good looking very down to earth woman. I sense through not knowing she has been left out of the coversation here.
There seem to be no comments acknowledging never mind praising the contribution of Mairead Ni Mheaonigh who is an amazingly fiddle player and leaad vocalist with the famous Irish traditional group Altan from Donegal. As would be expected Mairead's singing voice is much more mellow with a softer tone that either Michele or Iris.
I did too, my friend. I'm convinced there's nothing like her. She came to my attention when I listened to, "In Spite of Our Selves" by John Prine (and her). Her voice tweaks my emotions, so I'm exploring her song list. Feels good!
Well, I discovered her through this exact song, six years ago! I instantly checked if she was playing in my town, she was, and I quickly bought a ticket! Indescribable!
To tomtscotland.....I was born in Glasgow @ Parkhead Cross ( actually 1251 Duke St ) and over here my Dad was the leader of the band for all our Scottish parties and sing alongs as he played the accordian, piano and organ by ear and in the key you were singing. And he just passed away a week ago @ 85, he WAS the leader of the band and I'll miss him so....and Iris Dement and these songs bring back memories of our Scottish parties....Jim Archer
Love the way Michelle connects with both Iris and Mairead throughout the song, with her softer Irish folk song voice it would be easy for Mairead to feel secondary next to the other stronger voices especially Iris's, but Michelle makes every effort to show her that her contribution is important and valued
I should be in bed but I'm not. My mom is nearing her end, though not terminal (she's so tired and fatigued from endless procedures and moving from bed to bed from doctor to nurse to wherever or whatever, and me pressing to find magic cures and intelligent doctors; I have no siblings and she's a widow) and I've never known a more selfless, sweeter soul who has suffered so much. Somehow I hear this clip not really knowing it from the Johnny Cash spin on it. And all of a sudden they are singing about a sweet mother's recent demise and how they don't want her to go. Beautiful, but a bit more than I can handle.
I share your sadness my friend , I lost my mother exactly 1 year ago but I have a different story to tell my mother was terminal , and because of the Idiotic rules imposed by the state she had to endure weeks of total drug induced delerium , by a profession which is bound by the Hippocratic oath to "Do no harm" they extended her life by a few weeks , during which she could nor recognise her own children sat at her bedside, Isnt it about time we let people decide when and where they meet their demise , we dont let animals suffer but do all in our power to keep people alive beyond all hope and prolong the inevitable , something needs changing.
No voice better expresses the soul of country music than that of Ms. Dement. Moreover, it is mine to take take personal offense at any comments that indicate otherwise. Finally, I know that her voice is the one I want echoing off my tombstone when the great and lasting moment comes. Thank you very much.
Masz stuprocentową rację muzyka jest naprawdę fantastyczna, chwyta za serce, wspaniała aranżacja i wykonanie profesjonalne, czysty śpiew. Aż miło się tego słucha. Uwielbiam ten rodzaj muzyki Westernowej.:))
Love this song and also "Let the Mystery Be" and Rob, step inside man, God cares for you just as much as the rest of us - choose where you want to spend your "eternal future". Greetings from Australia
This version of this great song is the best one for me. Sending love to my Mum Molly in heaven since 2017. She loved Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham who playing in this❤
I first heard this song in the 1980s sang as "DADDY SANG BASS" by SKEETER DAVIS. It has been touching my heart when I remember my late Mum now with the Lord in the New Jerusalem City
three very different female voices that mesh very well..........I've been an Iris DeMent fan for quite a while , these other two ladies have remarkable voices that stand on their own quite well . Well done , hard not to like . I see there are 13 dislikes , wonder if these are the folks that would indict a ham sandwich if called for grand jury duty........
yes, there are haters in the world that criticize most anything. and one of them couldn't manage to even comment without using profanity and scolding everyone from having an opinion. You know who you are, Ali.
was standing by my window On one cold and cloudy day When I saw that hearse come rolling For to carry my mother away Will the circle be unbroken By and by, Lord, by and by There's a better home a-waiting In the sky, Lord, in the sky I said to that undertaker Undertaker please drive slow For this lady you are carrying Lord, I hate to see her go Will the circle be unbroken By and by, Lord, by and by There's a better home a-waiting In the sky, Lord, in the sky Oh, I followed close behind her Tried to hold up and be brave But I could not hide my sorrow When they laid her in the grave Will the circle be unbroken By and by, Lord, by and by There's a better home a-waiting In the sky, Lord, in the sky I went back home Lord, my home was lonesome Missed my mother, she was gone All of my brothers, sisters crying What a home so sad and lone Will the circle be unbroken By and by, Lord, by and by There's a better home a-waiting In the sky, Lord, in the sky Will the circle be unbroken By and by, Lord, by and by There's a better home a-waiting In the sky, Lord, in the sky
Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh (Irish pronunciation: [ˈmaɾʲed̪ nʲiː ˈwiːn̪i]) (born 26 July 1959) is an Irish fiddler and the lead vocalist for the Irish traditional band Altan, which she co-founded with her late husband Frankie Kennedy in 1985.[1] Today, Mairéad is recognised as a leading exponent in the Donegal fiddle style, and she is often considered as one of the foremost singers in the Irish language, her native tongue.[2] After 24 years with Altan, Mairéad released her first solo album Imeall, in 2009, and she was part of the Irish supergroup T with the Maggies, who released an album in 2010.[3]
Growing up, I was practically neighbors with Iris Dement, in northeastern Arkansas, but never heard of her until about three years ago. Love her singing! Listen to her on the True Grit soundtrack from 2010.
Oh my ! This is SO inspiring !!! God Bless You and Yours !!! Helped me through some very difficult times ... definitely gave me hope and assurance !!! Pure truth presented SO well !!! The circle will NEVER be unbroken !!! Thank you for reminding me of that, so eloquently, and in such big terms !!!
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The talent in that room cannot even be measured....wow
Iris Dement's voice in harmony is about as good as it gets.
I second that emotion.
This is one of the songs at the very heart of country music. God Bless mothers everywhere.❤
I’m in love with Iris’s voice she’s such a one of a kind
UNIQUE
I love her voice too. It changed my belief system.
I can't play and I can't sing, but thank God I can appreciate. I appreciate the straight forward, no frill performance on this video. It just goes to show, true talent doesn't have to rely on anything flashy or gimmicky. The sheer talent of these women just knocks me out.
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL harmony ! Iris’s voice is so unique & fragile , it makes me emotional 🥲
It can't get any better than this. Several months after my Mom died back in 2014 I listened to this song and paid attention to the lyrics. The tears began to flow. A very moving part of our American heritage.
i swear that Michelle Wright
Iris DeMent
Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh never age they are Gods gift to us
Wow. Iris Dement's voice is amazing. Her confidence is, too.
If you give this a thumbs down, then this must be a genre that you don't even like. Because this is as good as folk music gets.
Who would give thumbs down for this beatifull singing and playing? Nobody I think.
*This song means the world to me.*
*On April 10th, 2017, my beautiful 17 year old Granddaughter was Promoted to Heaven.*
*How I miss my Angela* 💕
*Looking forward to joining her, in God's Timing.* ❤
Bonnie, I can feel you pain and sadness. We too, lost our young grandson about a year ago too... prayers & blessings for the strength needed to you and yours. ✝️
@@timothysobina6777
Thank you. 🌹
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in our prayers.
Ken Burns did a special series on Country Music. I watch it in 2019 with my elderly 92 year old mother. This was the last song in the series she and I watched together in November of that year. She passed away in February 2020 with symptoms similar to COVID. Even today I cannot listen to this song without feeling a great sadness.
Iris DeMent is in a class all by herself...Exquisite!
They all have unique voices, don’t be so picky, I love the Irish woman’s soft voice.
@michaelwalsh9145 the weak link here
Look no further friends, this is the best recording of this song. Awesome.
+Adam Luntz Damn right! Superb rendition-
Awesome in every sense.
+Adam Luntz look up Mother Maybelle Carter and this song...ykes! The Carter Family...
Have you seen the version from the video game bioshock infinite? Goosebumps
...or the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band end of the album.
My Mother's funeral is tomorrow. This song is a great comfort for me.
😢
Isn't it wonderful how we can find comfort in the most unlikely places when we're grieving? It's almost like our loved ones are guiding us and helping us find peace.
This was one my mom’s favorites. Condolences.
@@rerobertson82 thank you for your kind words
We played this exact song to open my fathers funeral. It was perfect! Condolences to you and your family! ❤️
Nice all around but when Iris comes in, it's just on a whole other level. Her voice cuts through and her phrasing is so soulful. Some people where just put together to sing. She's one of them.
Also her accent adds a great deal to this version.
Amén!
Yes, but her voice doesn't blend well with others, same problem opera singers have.
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Who cares where the music comes from, people? Just sit back, crank this up, and enjoy. This is a great version of one of the greatest gospel songs ever.
I love iris Dement.
Iris DeMent….love. An American Icon
This is how it's done. Perfect from start to finish. The harmonies are something to behold, they're spot-on. If you're gonna do an old-school gospel song, this is how you do it. Nothing else even comes close.
I love this version of this song. Love the band, they are really great. But vocally this is one of the tightest and most incredible performances of all time. Each of these ladies brings their own special vocal talent. Michelle has a beautiful powerful voice with a range she is barely using, Iris has a deep emotional and soulful expressiveness that is nearly indescribable, and Mairead has a soft gorgeous ethereal quality. Bravo! 👏👏👏👏 Bravo! 👏👏👏👏 - 👍
Best performance I’ve heard! Wonderful harmony, great tempo perfect enunciation! Bravo and love! ❤️
The twin fiddles and beautiful voices just give me the chills. Amazing!
I have now added this performance to my top ten renderings of this classic as I brush the tears from my eyes. Friends, there are so many wonderful recorded performances of "Will The Circle Be Unbroken" that I've enjoyed - cherished - over the span of my many years all of which tells me there are bound to be myriad heart felt versions out there which I will most likely never know. Oh,I cannot even list all those I have heard. The powerful gospel/blues/roots performance delivered up by The Reverend Gary Davis; the version from the album of the same name from The Earl Scruggs Review (ca.1970ish - the version I think is the 'classic' for my generation); from EmmyLou Harris (solo and with friends); the pure essence and clarity of the timeless Carter Family classic... Oh, well -- may as well try and catch the wind as to even feign such an undertaking as to name all those who've done justice to the song. Why, a mere glance to the right of my screen shows a lineup of artists beyond my ability to essay here. I'll end here by saying aloud what I wonder (a lot, and often these days), namely, "who will sing it for me when it's my time to travel that final road?"
@ tim ... My thoughts exactly. This is at the top of my list "For that day"
The last verse is what makes this version the best in my book. Bit it couldn't get there without the begining. I sang this song and my moms funeral when I was 12 years old and it means more then I can even put into words. But this recoding is the one I come to when I want to hear it as it should be.
I love Iris. What a voice.
Short and to the point: I've heard this performed by many others, including the great Roy Acuff, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band on the "Will the Circle Be Unbroken" album, the Carter Family, and more. This is the best. I feel these ladies, especially Iris, are thinking about what they are singing rather than just mouthing the words.
I saw her open for John Prine and she was a complete unknown to me, when she hit that first note there was a collective shift in the seats of everyone in the theater, it was incredible
This beats most of all I've ever heard- And I've heard a lot!
Fab selection of artists in fine vocal , perfect delivery , could listen to it forever .
Michelle Wright is a beauty with a wonderful voice...
I wish I was sitting and singing with this wonderful group!
me too
Me too. What fun it would be to sit and jam with them.
We had this requested for a very sweet lady that we cared for. When I see the respect and love for a body laid to rest, and a song requested saying exactly just that, well, it just doesn't get any better than that! They are our treasure and the circle does go on, and never broken.
This is the best version I have heard or hope to hear.
This is extraordinary. 3 hugely talented beautiful ladies giving it their all. I had never heard this version of this wonderful song. Simply majestic. Thank you God. ❤
I don't see many comments about Mairead Ni Mheaonigh. Mairead is a very accomplished singer both in english agus as gaelige and fiddle player. She has headed the Irish trad group Altan for many years now. She is a natural fluid native speaker and hails all the way from Co. Donegal. She is a good looking very down to earth woman. I sense through not knowing she has been left out of the coversation here.
Agreed, she has a pure Irish traditional folk voice, power to her. Iris has a very powerful singing voice which is perfect in harmonies
Wow , twang That thang , you can't see them but I promise you my toes are dancing in my boots ! wunderbar !
Excellent! Takes me back to my youth in Appalachia. Simply wonderful.
What a fantastic pairing. I love Michelle Wright- she's Canadian.And Iris DeMent is just astounding as always.....
And Don't forget Moread - lead singer of Altan - an Irish folk group who have helped to keep traditional Irish music alive
Currently learning this on the dulcimer and this version in particular is very inspiring . Iris has one of the most beautiful voices.
There seem to be no comments acknowledging never mind praising the contribution of Mairead Ni Mheaonigh who is an amazingly fiddle player and leaad vocalist with the famous Irish traditional group Altan from Donegal. As would be expected Mairead's singing voice is much more mellow with a softer tone that either Michele or Iris.
They are stunning together. Each has such a different timber to their voice that the combination is magical
@@tophatbill77 Good observation, William.
I just discovered Iris DeMent. I am in heaven.
I did too, my friend. I'm convinced there's nothing like her. She came to my attention when I listened to, "In Spite of Our Selves" by John Prine (and her). Her voice tweaks my emotions, so I'm exploring her song list. Feels good!
Well, I discovered her through this exact song, six years ago!
I instantly checked if she was playing in my town, she was, and I quickly bought a ticket!
Indescribable!
Holy cow that Scot can play some convincing sounding Cajun style on a piano accordion!
Phil Cunningham
Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh adds an amazing Irish lit element to the vocals. Nice complement with the American singers.
FYI, Michelle Wright is Canadian. Iris DeMent is the only American, the band is Scots Irish.
@@xdanbo1859 I think he is talking about the continent - North America might be more accurate.
@@xdanbo1859 Jay Ungar (fiddle) and Molly Mason (guitar) are American.
To tomtscotland.....I was born in Glasgow @ Parkhead Cross ( actually 1251 Duke St ) and over here my Dad was the leader of the band for all our Scottish parties and sing alongs as he played the accordian, piano and organ by ear and in the key you were singing. And he just passed away a week ago @ 85, he WAS the leader of the band and I'll miss him so....and Iris Dement and these songs bring back memories of our Scottish parties....Jim Archer
Love the way Michelle connects with both Iris and Mairead throughout the song, with her softer Irish folk song voice it would be easy for Mairead to feel secondary next to the other stronger voices especially Iris's, but Michelle makes every effort to show her that her contribution is important and valued
Michelle is stunning.
Wow so very beautiful voices and I just love this song beautiful
I should be in bed but I'm not. My mom is nearing her end, though not terminal (she's so tired and fatigued from endless procedures and moving from bed to bed from doctor to nurse to wherever or whatever, and me pressing to find magic cures and intelligent doctors; I have no siblings and she's a widow) and I've never known a more selfless, sweeter soul who has suffered so much. Somehow I hear this clip not really knowing it from the Johnny Cash spin on it. And all of a sudden they are singing about a sweet mother's recent demise and how they don't want her to go. Beautiful, but a bit more than I can handle.
Be strong sweetheart. You are in my prayers
God bless you and give you strength.
Iam sorry for yor loss I will Pray for you;an your Mother May God Bless you an keep you
I share your sadness my friend , I lost my mother exactly 1 year ago but I have a different story to tell my mother was terminal , and because of the Idiotic rules imposed by the state she had to endure weeks of total drug induced delerium , by a profession which is bound by the Hippocratic oath to "Do no harm" they extended her life by a few weeks , during which she could nor recognise her own children sat at her bedside, Isnt it about time we let people decide when and where they meet their demise , we dont let animals suffer but do all in our power to keep people alive beyond all hope and prolong the inevitable , something needs changing.
1ginner1 You have my support. I agree 100%.
I have watched this quite a few times and watched other versions. I like this version best; it comes across as a gentle folk Hymn best.
Three women with beautiful faces and beautiful voices.
No voice better expresses the soul of country music than that of Ms. Dement. Moreover, it is mine to take take personal offense at any comments that indicate otherwise. Finally, I know that her voice is the one I want echoing off my tombstone when the great and lasting moment comes. Thank you very much.
A marvelous version of this classic and enduring song,
really fine musicianship and superlative vocals throughout!
The beautiful voice of dear iris dement .like the sorrow of a kentucky miners widow ...such vocal emotion...best fiddle player good ole scots laddie .
Masz stuprocentową rację muzyka jest naprawdę fantastyczna, chwyta za serce, wspaniała aranżacja i wykonanie profesjonalne, czysty śpiew. Aż miło się tego słucha. Uwielbiam ten rodzaj muzyki Westernowej.:))
Iris Dement is my favorite female singer, Then add Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh and Michelle Wright....WOW. Great Job.
Iris, Mairead & Michelle do Alvin, Sara and Maybelle proud with this rendition.
Wow can y'all come and play at my 70th ? I would be in heaven already !
Love the way Michelle conducts with glances and smiles.
Sitting on the side of the road, truck broke down, listened to this, there's a better world waiting.
Real music by real musicians for real people! Wow! What a concept!
What a terrific version of this song and especially with such a talented backing group to include Aly Bain [ fiddle] and Phil Cunninghsam [accordian]
What a group of beautiful souls.
Love this song and also "Let the Mystery Be" and Rob, step inside man, God cares for you just as much as the rest of us - choose where you want to spend your "eternal future". Greetings
from Australia
have just found bluegrass gospel another to add to my "old" favourites, c&w gospel. thank you Lord more to add to my colections
Beautiful, simply beautiful.
This version of this great song is the best one for me. Sending love to my Mum Molly in heaven since 2017. She loved Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham who playing in this❤
Wow...Iris...fantastic.
Beautiful - just beautiful.
Know how you find a treasure every now and again on this u-tube thing? well here is one. Love it!!
Too beautiful for words.
nothing but best i've ever herd.
I first heard this song in the 1980s sang as "DADDY SANG BASS" by SKEETER DAVIS. It has been touching my heart when I remember my late Mum now with the Lord in the New Jerusalem City
What a beautiful song and what a beautiful job they did amazing
three very different female voices that mesh very well..........I've been an Iris DeMent fan for quite a while , these other two ladies have remarkable voices that stand on their own quite well . Well done , hard not to like . I see there are 13 dislikes , wonder if these are the folks that would indict a ham sandwich if called for grand jury duty........
yes, there are haters in the world that criticize most anything. and one of them couldn't manage to even comment without using profanity and scolding everyone from having an opinion. You know who you are, Ali.
MarvPerk3 I agree 100% with your comment - couldn't have put it better myself.
Several family and friends have passed on fairly recently. This brings tears to my eyes.
+George Barr sorry for your losses George. But it will get better over time, trust me. And listening to this kind of music helps a lot
+Ewan Haig Thank you.
I love this version and these singers!
What a beatiful performance
Hermosas voces Sras. Michelle Wright and Iris DeMent y ese hermoso tema más que un himno "Will The Circle Be Unbroken"
So so sweet...the bessst...so charming...its moves me away so sweeeettt...those beatiful ladys ....awesome.
just beautiful
I find it astounding when I back track this music and these women are like fine wine perfect x
Just beautiful
One of the most beautiful versions of "Will The Circle Be Unbroken", at least for me :) Thank you very much for sharing!
Love this rendition - Iris makes it fabulous!!!
my god. the harmony. the harmony.
Such joy and heart and humility and import....the agnostic bows his head and prays.
This has got to be the best version of this song I have ever heard! REPLAY>>>REPLAY>>>>>REPLAY>>>>>>REPLAY>>> .... ect ect
WoW!! Simply put, Iris has a haunting voice. Love it.
was standing by my window
On one cold and cloudy day
When I saw that hearse come rolling
For to carry my mother away
Will the circle be unbroken
By and by, Lord, by and by
There's a better home a-waiting
In the sky, Lord, in the sky
I said to that undertaker
Undertaker please drive slow
For this lady you are carrying
Lord, I hate to see her go
Will the circle be unbroken
By and by, Lord, by and by
There's a better home a-waiting
In the sky, Lord, in the sky
Oh, I followed close behind her
Tried to hold up and be brave
But I could not hide my sorrow
When they laid her in the grave
Will the circle be unbroken
By and by, Lord, by and by
There's a better home a-waiting
In the sky, Lord, in the sky
I went back home Lord, my home was lonesome
Missed my mother, she was gone
All of my brothers, sisters crying
What a home so sad and lone
Will the circle be unbroken
By and by, Lord, by and by
There's a better home a-waiting
In the sky, Lord, in the sky
Will the circle be unbroken
By and by, Lord, by and by
There's a better home a-waiting
In the sky, Lord, in the sky
Amazing song..
This song made my cry like my mother had died, but she's fine, ok and alive and kicking. :)
Great version. I like everything including the accordeon.
Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh (Irish pronunciation: [ˈmaɾʲed̪ nʲiː ˈwiːn̪i]) (born 26 July 1959) is an Irish fiddler and the lead vocalist for the Irish traditional band Altan, which she co-founded with her late husband Frankie Kennedy in 1985.[1] Today, Mairéad is recognised as a leading exponent in the Donegal fiddle style, and she is often considered as one of the foremost singers in the Irish language, her native tongue.[2] After 24 years with Altan, Mairéad released her first solo album Imeall, in 2009, and she was part of the Irish supergroup T with the Maggies, who released an album in 2010.[3]
+JOHN JOE WALSH Altan are legends
Growing up, I was practically neighbors with Iris Dement, in northeastern Arkansas, but never heard of her until about three years ago. Love her singing! Listen to her on the True Grit soundtrack from 2010.
Oh my ! This is SO inspiring !!! God Bless You and Yours !!! Helped me through some very difficult times ... definitely gave me hope and assurance !!! Pure truth presented SO well !!! The circle will NEVER be unbroken !!! Thank you for reminding me of that, so eloquently, and in such big terms !!!
I get goosebumps listening to iris
I met Michelle Wright at Massey Hall back in the early 90's. She opened for Prairie Oyster. Steve Wariner was on the same bill. Nice gal. Great show.
she brings peace to me
Iris really steals the show here!!
*Beautiful!* 💕⚘💕
Love the whole group , great talent ! ! ! !
She's wonderful