4 years later and his loss still stings. His music is just as beautiful as ever though. I'll never stop sharing it; it's so beautiful. No studio here just pure music. And when he did more electric music that sincerity carried over. You're an unsung hero, Erik. Rest easy, sir.
at a barn show in PA back in 2006 with Erik and Pat the bunny our van got stuck in the mud. I must have been 15 at the time, Erik came outside and helped us push it out and got himself covered in mud, went back in and played his set. Wish you were here
This song literally gets me through everyday my daughter's mom walked away from us. My daughter is my paddle in this poison river rest easy erik you were and will always be an inspiration
What a fantastic songwriter and singer. It's because of artists like him that myself and many others are still around. I hope you and yours are doing well.
The last memory I had of Erik, my wife and I bought him a shot at a show in Orlando. What an amazing human being. We were fortunate enough to meet him several times and his humility was nothing short of amazing. Rest in peace Erik. May your songs never get stuck out of my head.
This is such a beautiful song. The lyrics truly reflect what a real community punk is. It's a folk song for our international community of misfits and travelers. It is OUR song. And I don't think anyone outside of our subculture can truly appreciate how honest a reflection it is. For all my homies: I love you. Keep holding on. Thank you Eric. RIP hesh paul RIP corinne cuyler
This song got me through the toughest of times! No matter how hard life has been I’ve always had an out! Music is the only thing that’s kept me going, when I felt like I couldn’t go on… thank you wherever you are!
yesterday I missed the greyhound going from Edmonton to Calgary. I had to sleep in a shelter for the night, and met a guy that looked and dressed just like Erik Petersen. he also missed the bus and had to sleep in the shelter. after conversing for about half hour, he hooked me up with a couple opioid pills. this song reminds me of that guy.
Sharing is caring. N I do love opioids but sadly they love me more. To much. Can't fuck with that anymore. Addiction can suck my dick, it sucks. Neway.. Be careful man. That shit is no joke. U gotta have some major cahjones to fuck with that shit n survive or survive unscathed.
Oh my god the instrumentation... It's beautiful. Like, if this was all instrumental it'd be just as amazing. Love folk music; so honest, so real, so much feel... I just can't gush enough to express all of the feelings this kind of music gives me. I remember when I discovered folk punk, it was inspiring. I still love metal, the classic punk, progressive rock, but I found an honesty in this music that I don't see elsewhere. I bought an acoustic guitar that day, and that's where most of my creative energy goes now. Thanks Mischief Brew; you guys were the ones who showed me this music.
Feather E. Love them! Looking back on this comment makes me deeply sad. I couldn't possibly know that a few short months later the man who inspired me to make my own music would take his life. I honestly haven't revisited Mischief Brew until now because it just kinda hurt. But yeah, Days N Daze was a band I actually spread around my groups haha. Misanthropic Drunken Loner is my bad day song... If I'm having a bad day I just blast it and I feel better haha. (by the way this is the guy who posted the comment. Pretty sure I switched channels, I'm not a hundred percent sure).
whenever summer rolls around this is what we play in boise. i wish all us kids could see brew together. instead of separate all over. i never even saw him but i cant die till i do. thank you eric your the man
saw this great group as one of a few opening acts for Leftover crack one great summer about 10 yrs ago now, i think? throw rag also played early that evening- and i think The World/Inferno Friendship Society was supposed to play as well but couldn't make it due to emergency. i remember mischief brew playing outside the auditorium after LC played, outside in the middle of the park, and they seemed as if they could play til shut down...may have for all i know! we had to leave but it was pretty late still. here's to all of those friends from that time in my life from chicago.... wherever you all are now. Good times.... they'll stick.
+Nick L. I remember that show. Logan square auditorium. cant believe its been that long ago. And world inferno couldn't make it because their lead singer; he had been stabbed accidentally the night before while jousting drunkenly with stza.
+imahavenot yep, that's the one. Just a great show... and yeah, isn't it nuts to think just how long it has been? i remember it like yesterday. heard a new cut off the upcoming (or recent?) LoC album, and i dug it, but these shows man... They were just a blast. This time-period was fun to be a LoC fan. they played a lot of Choking Victim covers that night if i recall. and some other fun ones I hadn't heard live too often by that lineup (i think infested, and some other oldies...). i'm not sure if there was more time to spare b/c of the World Inferno thing or if it was just a long show, but it was fucking great. I remember someone pulling a piece of string cheese out of a shoe or something.... i don't know, a lot is hard to remember, but some is vivid and clear as day. Those shows were something else... can't believe it has been 10+ yrs now! and weren't they bike jousting to boot or something? hahaha. Fun times. man. i'd love to see some video or hear audio from that show... if only. LSA was pretty interesting and had some fun acts around that time too...
I was at this show too. I had never even heard of Mischief Brew before that night and have been a huge fan ever since. Erik's music will forever be tied to some of the best and worst times of my life and I will never forget him for that. I actually danced with my wife to Oh Sweet Misery at our wedding last month. It breaks my heart that the world lost such an amazing songwriter and musician.
Yep.... another real good one. That night was magical for so many reasons. If Dan or Abby are out there and see this one day... I miss some of you fuckers....! RIP Erik.... way too soon....
bacchanal i went to pix fest to see ramshackles last show like the erik passed and the whole weekend was like a giant wake for erik! it was magical but also very sad! but im sure erik wouldve approved!
I’m going through it. I’m a few days clean, back home for the holidays. And we used to rock Mischief Brew in high school and it’s just so sad to see what happened to me and all the people I grew up with. Fuck man, life is a trip.
This song makes me feel so much better no matter what im going through... it also reminds me of my old friend alden james poh who was always there for me when i needed him even tho i was never the greatest at showing my appreciation for him
roll into town, and its not long before i start to dig for all the bones, and buried stories 'neath the golden streets. 'cause i can never shake the feeling that they're trying to pull one over on you and me. creep into town, and its not long before i start to roam. seek out the patches on the punx, maybe a band i know. i bet you in five minutes time, we find that we know all the same people, places, and roads. and its not long before i start to feel, that somehow i can never leave home. cross this county its not long, before i start to feel like dinner time's become a crime to spend on thorns and wheels. it makes me wonder why we rebels make a holiday of every single meal. and when we find amazing places, cheap burritos, magic spices, its like hey, wish you were here. poison river, got a paddle, and ill never , leave without ya. leave without ya. so, i collect these crumpled, beer-stained flyers, seven-inches, photographs, all your old letters that remind me to look down and back. its then i realize our romance has its roots in one sub-humans patch. so when I'm feeling like its time for bed, the game is done, its all been raided, jailed, and busted, and the weasels won, i find a batch of kids thinking things, i never thought when i was young. this songs a weapon, defense against the dying years that anytime you feel, every story's been spun. poison river, got a paddle, and ill never, leave without ya. poison river, got a paddle, and ill never, leave without ya. leave without ya. oh ill never , leave without ya. la da da daa. la da da daa. poison river, got a paddle, and ill never, leave without ya.
I miss you Erik. So fucking much. Every FUCKING day. Thank you for those few brief moments I got with you, I never knew I'd be so lucky to have those memories. You won, man. We will win.
This song... traveling through PA this song is just perfect, gives me hope that I'll find a home somewhere and it keeps my feet moving, Eric, I can't wait to cross paths with you one day
so i collect these crumpled, beerstained flyers, seveninches, photographs all your old letters that remind me to look down and back. its then i realize our romance has its roots in one sub-humans patch. so when I'm feeling like its time for bed the game is done, its all been raided, jailed, and busted, and the weasels won, i find a batch of kids thinking things, i never thought when i was young. this songs a weapon, defense against the dying years that anytime you feel, every story's been spun.
The electric version , which was previously uploaded by a different user, has been taken down! Does anyone else have it?! I don't know where to find it.
Rest easy, Seth. I'll see you on the other side. We still gotta finish that album. God damn it I'm sick of mother for dying and leaving me here, lol fuck. Fuck
i know im 3 years late, but theyre on ultimate guitar incase anyone is wondering. im tryna get the hang of the main intro riff lol. since it shows up a few times throughout the song. its a beautiful song tho
@MayhemMixing I've got it tabbed out, send me your e-mail in a message and I'll send it to you. This goes for anyone who's interested in learning it, let me know and I'll happily send it to ya :)
Why do people come to TH-cam to argue rather than just talk? If you hate it, leave it. If you like it, stay and relate to others. Or not at all. It's too illogical to fight on youtube about who's more punk or talented. You don't even know the person's real name most of the time.
I know it can't really be AS dark as I think it is in the wake of the 2024 election, but is this gone? Will 15 year olds never again make friends because they're both wearing black bandanas around their necks? Will their idols never again help the kids push their mom's van out of a ditch that they took to the show without a license so they don't get in trouble? Will the headliner ever stand in the middle of the floor without a microphone while everybody forms a circle around them again?
RIP Erik. And TH-cam, I would love to know you keep recommending pseudo-intellectual right wing twats like Sargon of Akkad and Thunderfoot to me? The dozens of Chomsky and Parenti lectures in my history, and still with the Sargon shit?
![Mischief Brew - "O, Pennsyltucky!" [Official Video]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/OXSfZ4Op1QU/mqdefault.jpg)
Erik bought me a beer at a super small show in columbus ohio after seeing me count pennies for my first drink. RIP man thinking bout you still
dirty pennies
4 years later and his loss still stings. His music is just as beautiful as ever though. I'll never stop sharing it; it's so beautiful. No studio here just pure music. And when he did more electric music that sincerity carried over. You're an unsung hero, Erik. Rest easy, sir.
Fucking tragic. He was a friend and an Idol and I still cry for him. A genius and a true son of a b****
at a barn show in PA back in 2006 with Erik and Pat the bunny our van got stuck in the mud. I must have been 15 at the time, Erik came outside and helped us push it out and got himself covered in mud, went back in and played his set. Wish you were here
This song literally gets me through everyday my daughter's mom walked away from us. My daughter is my paddle in this poison river rest easy erik you were and will always be an inspiration
erik... this is a really nice song..
mom
What a fantastic songwriter and singer. It's because of artists like him that myself and many others are still around. I hope you and yours are doing well.
I don't believe you. Prove it
♥
@@pynmky don’t be like that. She doesn’t have to prove anything to you, just be thankful she brought erik into this world
The last memory I had of Erik, my wife and I bought him a shot at a show in Orlando. What an amazing human being. We were fortunate enough to meet him several times and his humility was nothing short of amazing. Rest in peace Erik. May your songs never get stuck out of my head.
This fuckin guy… won’t ever stop listening to em. I’m grateful to have spent many nights chillin with these guys.
This is such a beautiful song. The lyrics truly reflect what a real community punk is. It's a folk song for our international community of misfits and travelers. It is OUR song. And I don't think anyone outside of our subculture can truly appreciate how honest a reflection it is. For all my homies: I love you. Keep holding on.
Thank you Eric.
RIP hesh paul
RIP corinne cuyler
One of my favourites from you, Erik. I cry sometimes to this.... Miss your music man
just found Mischief Brew yesterday, and I'm already in love with it.
How do you feel about it now
@@brandons348 Lol it's just okay now
you don't find punk rock cause punk rock finds you
I didn't choose ounx Rock it choose me
Is this a Wingnut Dishwasher's Union Reference?
@@williamphillips2295 seems like it , that was my first thought
Hell yes! & Def WDU reference!
This song got me through the toughest of times! No matter how hard life has been I’ve always had an out! Music is the only thing that’s kept me going, when I felt like I couldn’t go on… thank you wherever you are!
Punx always win, wherever we go we have family and friends. We are not alone in this.
nothing but love for this human. rest easy.
yesterday I missed the greyhound going from Edmonton to Calgary. I had to sleep in a shelter for the night, and met a guy that looked and dressed just like Erik Petersen. he also missed the bus and had to sleep in the shelter. after conversing for about half hour, he hooked me up with a couple opioid pills. this song reminds me of that guy.
Sharing is caring. N I do love opioids but sadly they love me more. To much. Can't fuck with that anymore. Addiction can suck my dick, it sucks. Neway.. Be careful man. That shit is no joke. U gotta have some major cahjones to fuck with that shit n survive or survive unscathed.
just stumbled across Mischief Brew 10 minutes ago.. These guys rock..
Oh my god the instrumentation... It's beautiful. Like, if this was all instrumental it'd be just as amazing. Love folk music; so honest, so real, so much feel... I just can't gush enough to express all of the feelings this kind of music gives me. I remember when I discovered folk punk, it was inspiring. I still love metal, the classic punk, progressive rock, but I found an honesty in this music that I don't see elsewhere. I bought an acoustic guitar that day, and that's where most of my creative energy goes now. Thanks Mischief Brew; you guys were the ones who showed me this music.
+James Matthews Days n daze
Feather E. Love them! Looking back on this comment makes me deeply sad. I couldn't possibly know that a few short months later the man who inspired me to make my own music would take his life. I honestly haven't revisited Mischief Brew until now because it just kinda hurt.
But yeah, Days N Daze was a band I actually spread around my groups haha. Misanthropic Drunken Loner is my bad day song... If I'm having a bad day I just blast it and I feel better haha. (by the way this is the guy who posted the comment. Pretty sure I switched channels, I'm not a hundred percent sure).
Gratitude and Thanks Erik, we'll miss you, rest easy
whenever summer rolls around this is what we play in boise. i wish all us kids could see brew together. instead of separate all over. i never even saw him but i cant die till i do. thank you eric your the man
saw this great group as one of a few opening acts for Leftover crack one great summer about 10 yrs ago now, i think? throw rag also played early that evening- and i think The World/Inferno Friendship Society was supposed to play as well but couldn't make it due to emergency. i remember mischief brew playing outside the auditorium after LC played, outside in the middle of the park, and they seemed as if they could play til shut down...may have for all i know! we had to leave but it was pretty late still. here's to all of those friends from that time in my life from chicago.... wherever you all are now. Good times.... they'll stick.
+Nick L. I remember that show. Logan square auditorium. cant believe its been that long ago. And world inferno couldn't make it because their lead singer; he had been stabbed accidentally the night before while jousting drunkenly with stza.
+imahavenot yep, that's the one. Just a great show... and yeah, isn't it nuts to think just how long it has been? i remember it like yesterday. heard a new cut off the upcoming (or recent?) LoC album, and i dug it, but these shows man... They were just a blast. This time-period was fun to be a LoC fan. they played a lot of Choking Victim covers that night if i recall. and some other fun ones I hadn't heard live too often by that lineup (i think infested, and some other oldies...). i'm not sure if there was more time to spare b/c of the World Inferno thing or if it was just a long show, but it was fucking great. I remember someone pulling a piece of string cheese out of a shoe or something.... i don't know, a lot is hard to remember, but some is vivid and clear as day. Those shows were something else... can't believe it has been 10+ yrs now! and weren't they bike jousting to boot or something? hahaha. Fun times. man. i'd love to see some video or hear audio from that show... if only. LSA was pretty interesting and had some fun acts around that time too...
I was at this show too. I had never even heard of Mischief Brew before that night and have been a huge fan ever since. Erik's music will forever be tied to some of the best and worst times of my life and I will never forget him for that. I actually danced with my wife to Oh Sweet Misery at our wedding last month. It breaks my heart that the world lost such an amazing songwriter and musician.
Yep.... another real good one.
That night was magical for so many reasons. If Dan or Abby are out there and see this one day... I miss some of you fuckers....!
RIP Erik.... way too soon....
Rest easy Erik.
So sad :(
Eriks music helped me cope with my depression.
Erik's music is always pretty reliable for salvaging a shitty day.
This is me and my best friend's BFF song. Thank you Erik.
2023 Erik loves on❤❤❤
It just gets better...
Erik passes and Pat resigns... 2016 has been a devil of a time
Folk punk took some big hits this year.
Last0neToDie annoying (chad) passed away too man wtf is happening?!
Last0neToDie :( Yeah, 2016 is fucking depressing
Last0neToDie We arent dead ! or resigned we can make punk folk live on!
bacchanal i went to pix fest to see ramshackles last show like the erik passed and the whole weekend was like a giant wake for erik! it was magical but also very sad! but im sure erik wouldve approved!
I’m going through it. I’m a few days clean, back home for the holidays. And we used to rock Mischief Brew in high school and it’s just so sad to see what happened to me and all the people I grew up with. Fuck man, life is a trip.
I hope you're doing well.
Makes me cry
This song makes me feel so much better no matter what im going through... it also reminds me of my old friend alden james poh who was always there for me when i needed him even tho i was never the greatest at showing my appreciation for him
we're not leaving this world without erik.
This song is exactly how it really is. Absolutely beautiful
roll into town,
and its not long
before i start to dig
for all the bones,
and buried stories
'neath the golden streets.
'cause i can never shake
the feeling that they're trying
to pull one over on you and me.
creep into town,
and its not long
before i start to roam.
seek out the patches on the punx,
maybe a band i know.
i bet you in five minutes time,
we find that we know all the same
people, places, and roads.
and its not long before i start to feel,
that somehow i can never leave home.
cross this county
its not long,
before i start to feel
like dinner time's become a crime
to spend on thorns and wheels.
it makes me wonder why we rebels
make a holiday of every single meal.
and when we find amazing places,
cheap burritos, magic spices,
its like hey, wish you were here.
poison river,
got a paddle,
and ill never ,
leave without ya.
leave without ya.
so, i collect these crumpled,
beer-stained flyers,
seven-inches, photographs,
all your old letters that remind me
to look down and back.
its then i realize our romance
has its roots in one sub-humans patch.
so when I'm feeling like its time for bed,
the game is done,
its all been raided, jailed,
and busted, and the weasels won,
i find a batch of kids thinking things,
i never thought when i was young.
this songs a weapon,
defense against the dying years
that anytime you feel,
every story's been spun.
poison river,
got a paddle,
and ill never,
leave without ya.
poison river,
got a paddle,
and ill never,
leave without ya.
leave without ya.
oh ill never ,
leave without ya.
la da da daa.
la da da daa.
poison river,
got a paddle,
and ill never,
leave without ya.
Beautiful.
I wish he played this acoustic when I saw mischief brew :( soooo goooood
I miss you Erik. So fucking much. Every FUCKING day. Thank you for those few brief moments I got with you, I never knew I'd be so lucky to have those memories.
You won, man. We will win.
This song... traveling through PA this song is just perfect, gives me hope that I'll find a home somewhere and it keeps my feet moving, Eric, I can't wait to cross paths with you one day
Haha Shawn in playing bass in the background! Love this picture!
I love you all so much, RIP Eric.
:(
Beautiful son
Jan Petersen hi jan sry..he was a genius
Is*
This was your son?
A day doesn't go by without a bit of eirk he enriched my life
His music has made my life a happier place for over a decade now. Listen everyday.
Holy shit it still doesn't seem real that he's dead...
RIP Erik
so i collect these crumpled,
beerstained flyers,
seveninches, photographs
all your old letters that remind me
to look down and back.
its then i realize our romance
has its roots in one sub-humans patch.
so when I'm feeling like its time for bed
the game is done,
its all been raided, jailed,
and busted, and the weasels won,
i find a batch of kids thinking things,
i never thought when i was young.
this songs a weapon,
defense against the dying years
that anytime you feel,
every story's been spun.
Just got down seeing dead milk men at the troc and sitting at Jefferson station singing this song philly will never be the same
The road is a beautifully small world
RIP Lisa Corinne Rust Belt Cuyler
I know this is whats gonna keep me on the road
man this is so fucking good.
He will be missed
For a moment there it looked like the mic was just floating in the air in front of his face.
Rest easy mate!
Miss you, Erik.
RIP, Erik
@sniperfish Im so glad this is on vinyl only! Analog is the only way to go
Why wouldn't it, he's magic don't u you know!
Anyone know what this vinyl is called? I definitely need this for my collection!
its then i realize our romance has its roots in one sub-humans patch 💔
beautiful fucking song, beautiful fucking man
of course they are bro :)
baby bear will never leave without baby love
The electric version , which was previously uploaded by a different user, has been taken down! Does anyone else have it?! I don't know where to find it.
Fuckin love this song :)
Rest easy, Seth. I'll see you on the other side. We still gotta finish that album.
God damn it I'm sick of mother for dying and leaving me here, lol fuck. Fuck
Hey everyone, just posted the tab on ultimateguitar. Was thinking it may be easier for people to get to it there. Have fun :)
yes they are..?
@blojbabis from the split vinyl with Andrew Jackson Jihad
RIP
r.i.p erik petersen
tabs aren't impossible to find, just google "bandname songname guitar tabs"
@blojbabis Video2mp3dot net. Convert this video to a mp3 and download it onto your computer.
Yeah he's really talented. His stuff is actually pretty tough to play (while singing). Something about his rhythm I reckon.
Their record company's website shut down a while ago, but the best place to buy their cd's or records is at interpunk(dot)com
anyone know that chord he's playing from 1:26 to 1:27
It's a barred Cm, but on the 7th fret because of the capo on 4
that would be Bm or Cbm, Cm would be 8 unless of course you/he has guitar tuned down
It's a B7 not a "Cm"
i dedicate this song to my bf! makes me wanna juss get up and just leave to no where
lol This is my rip. Where did you get it from?
I LOVE this shit right here. ;)
P.S. I love mischief brew. maybe too much.
It's "leave without ya" right?
Not "live without ya"
Has anyone worked out the chords for this?
i know im 3 years late, but theyre on ultimate guitar incase anyone is wondering. im tryna get the hang of the main intro riff lol. since it shows up a few times throughout the song. its a beautiful song tho
@MayhemMixing I've got it tabbed out, send me your e-mail in a message and I'll send it to you. This goes for anyone who's interested in learning it, let me know and I'll happily send it to ya :)
Sorry about the lateness, someone spammed your comment and I didn't see it :/
ooh well
@apocalypse113 Bwahahahahah! Now THAT'S Pirating!
Why do people come to TH-cam to argue rather than just talk? If you hate it, leave it. If you like it, stay and relate to others. Or not at all. It's too illogical to fight on youtube about who's more punk or talented. You don't even know the person's real name most of the time.
Chords? Anyone got em?
tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/m/mischief_brew/punx_win_tab.htm
This'ns pretty accurate.
Thanks man
Your son makes very good music. It has gotten me through some rough times. Including right now.
hmm? not sure?
I know it can't really be AS dark as I think it is in the wake of the 2024 election, but is this gone? Will 15 year olds never again make friends because they're both wearing black bandanas around their necks? Will their idols never again help the kids push their mom's van out of a ditch that they took to the show without a license so they don't get in trouble? Will the headliner ever stand in the middle of the floor without a microphone while everybody forms a circle around them again?
Up the pugs!
Why in the hell did this thing just post my full name :/
i just want to smoke some bud and get drunk!
RIP Erik. And TH-cam, I would love to know you keep recommending pseudo-intellectual right wing twats like Sargon of Akkad and Thunderfoot to me? The dozens of Chomsky and Parenti lectures in my history, and still with the Sargon shit?
maybe you should open your mind? part of growing up
hahahahhaha
@apocalypse113 why dont you just get better at guitar and professional musician ship with figuring it out?
drugs aint good bro
Love this
Rip bozo you won't be missed
rest in peace erik.
@nicoll420 So I have heard, it just means people like me miss out :( I just wanted the choice, mischief brew gets me through long train journeys
I'm so annoyed this is only on LP and not of CD or download!!