Acoustic Guitar Sessions Presents Tom Paxton

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 พ.ค. 2015
  • When 77-year-old folk music legend Tom Paxton stopped by Acoustic Guitar’s offices in late April 2015, it was in the midst of what he insists will be his last tour, after more than five decades of nearly ceaseless travel and recording. He was in town to support his latest release, Redemption Road, more than 60 albums down the line since his 1964 debut at the height of the “folk scare.” Paxton has traveled a long way since the hey-day of the Greenwich Village scene, but he has never stopped writing great songs and touching hearts (and minds) with his music. On this afternoon, joined by guitarist Robin Bullock, Paxton opened with a beautiful version of one of his best-known older tunes, “The Last Thing on My Mind,” then played a pair of songs from Redemption Road, the wistful and nostalgic “Central Square” and a lighthearted blues called “Susie Most of All.” He also shared a few stories and, of course, talked guitars.
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  • @leoseries
    @leoseries 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I saw Tom at the Royal Albert Hall London in the Mid sixties. I couldn't get anyone to go with me as they had never heard of him. When he sang this he invited anyone who knew it to join in. To my pleasure and surprise, the whole audience sang it word for word so Tom stopped and left us all to complete it.

    • @the6strings
      @the6strings 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Respects, sir🙏

  • @michaelmadson2861
    @michaelmadson2861 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have yet to hear a bad cover version of this song. A sure sign of greatness. Tom, we need more troubadors like you. Music is magic!

  • @robertlee8042
    @robertlee8042 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I once met him. I said, “I learned how to play guitar on “A Lesson Too Late for the Learning.” He said, “ So did I.”

    • @ag83ga
      @ag83ga 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great Mr Tom Paxton, so far away, here in France, always gives me incredible emotion to listen to him

  • @IndridCool54
    @IndridCool54 หลายเดือนก่อน

    One of my very early favorites. I first heard Tom when I was 10 or 11. 🥰

  • @edtech2008
    @edtech2008 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    One of the truly great songwriters of that time when I was first learning to play the guitar. I eventually learned and sang a dozen of his great songs. This one was a favorite, as it captures that sense of regret most of us feel for the various ways we fail or stumble in life. His voice still touches my heart deeply, as it did back 50 year ago. I am now 74 and still sing this song from time to time. Thank you, Tom, for inspiring such sweet emotions and sounds.

  • @Tocsin-Bang
    @Tocsin-Bang 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It doesn't get any better than this. Wonderful song, beautiful guitar playing and a voice like the smoothest velvet. Every note, every syllable as clear as a bell. Today's performers need to listen and learn.

    • @timlee8135
      @timlee8135 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      As I get older , I find myself going back to the songwriters and singers of the 60s

    • @ag83ga
      @ag83ga ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ... and a very nice language. Fine language, fine words, fine singing, fine guitar playing

  • @michael-weiss-cct
    @michael-weiss-cct ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Indeed... a masterclass for the rest of us!
    Thank you Tom Paxton and thank you Acoustic Guitar Magazine

  • @dancochrane617
    @dancochrane617 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks. This is excellent and beautiful. This song, especially the lyrics, is timeless. Really does it for me. ( last thing on my mind)

  • @charliekucharski2079
    @charliekucharski2079 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Really nice session with Tom and for my money one of the greatest songwriters of all time. A master craftsman who can write about humor, sadness, equal rights, or any topic you can think of. His songs always have a topic and make an impact.

  • @ag83ga
    @ag83ga ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tom, may you live many many more years !

  • @nazarethpa1833
    @nazarethpa1833 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The master of simplicity. I started listening to Tom in 1964, and I still love and play his songs. Genius!!!

  • @citta144
    @citta144 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Could listen to the 'Last Thing on my Mind' forever and it would never get old ..suppose that is the sign of a great song for me. Just so spiritually superb and simple :)

  • @katrinahall2629
    @katrinahall2629 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Tom is a 60's and 70's legend....a wonderful songwriter.

  • @sentimentaloldme
    @sentimentaloldme 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The voice is as good as it was in 1967...when I first learned a Tom Paxton song......

  • @TonyMorris-vg4zn
    @TonyMorris-vg4zn 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Middlesbrough have been listening to their music for years very relaxed music love the song and music Tony Morris XXX ❤❤❤

  • @allanyoung5137
    @allanyoung5137 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    must be 40 years since I first saw Tom and probably 20 since I last saw him. Never less than brilliant, songwriter extraordinare, wicked sense of humour. one of the hreatest of troubadors. Thank you for your music Tom.

    • @MrA259
      @MrA259 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I saw him when I was in college in the early 60's and took my mother to see him in the l970's, Just an extraordinary performer and person

  • @jackhudsonvideo
    @jackhudsonvideo 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    We owe him so much. I'll be forever grateful. Thank you Tom.

  • @rogeratkinson8186
    @rogeratkinson8186 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I learned a lot from Tom Paxton along with Ralph McTell....I'll never play as good but the thrill of playing and singing their songs will never leave me !!

  • @normhall1622
    @normhall1622 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the greats, so unassuming. Just a wonderful music maker.

  • @lutherslaton6349
    @lutherslaton6349 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I saw Tom Paxton in mid-November 2015 at The Birchmere in Alexandria, VA. I had been a fan for decades, but this was my first time to see him live. It was a bucket-list night for me. Terrific concert before a packed house. Afterward, he graciously stayed around and chatted with fans and signed CDs.

  • @coddenhamjohn
    @coddenhamjohn 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I saw Tom Paxton live in London about 5 years ago and I met him and chatted after, it was a wonderful experience that I will never forget.

  • @triplucid3563
    @triplucid3563 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Such a Great Performer, a good soul, & spirited writer

  • @Jensguard1968
    @Jensguard1968 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I saw Tom here in Toronto on November 3, 2015. He was in fine form . His song still radiate all the messages that they did when they were originally written. His voice is strong and his guitar playing is flawless. I am so glad I finally was able to see, listen and actually shake his hand and I spoke to him of how appreciative I have been to have his music to share with others. He will be missed.

  • @nubie34
    @nubie34 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Saw him play in a hotel in Portsmouth (UK) in 1979 with about 50 in the audience! Seared in my memory.

  • @stephensmith799
    @stephensmith799 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thoughtful, observant and sympathetic observer through the intimate medium of acoustic soloist.

  • @veronicagiblin2237
    @veronicagiblin2237 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful guy. Off to see him later today in Basingstoke. Have listened to his music for 46 years and never tire of his wonderful songs!

  • @Ottawarocket
    @Ottawarocket 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    A True Legend , Tom wrote some great songs

  • @rosakruijssen6002
    @rosakruijssen6002 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks, it's a beautiful song!

  • @PoetlaureateNFDL
    @PoetlaureateNFDL ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic 🎉🎉

  • @tombakken9597
    @tombakken9597 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Seeing him February 9 at THE OLD TOWN SCHOOL OF FOLK MUSIC, in Chicago. Can't wait!

  • @emmynelson3943
    @emmynelson3943 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nicest man in folk music. Smart, funny and just a lovely soul.

  • @pierrejones21
    @pierrejones21 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been to many of Tom's concerts, and enjoyed them all. I saw him recently at Shrewsbury. Surprisingly small audience, but wonderful concert and what a team Tom and Robin make. Goodbye, Tom. And thanks.

  • @tristanevans8797
    @tristanevans8797 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your music, Tom you are great, but adding this young man sure is icing on the cake! Love to hear him sing with you

  • @MrA259
    @MrA259 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my favorite performers of all time

  • @mikerobinson579
    @mikerobinson579 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Truly one of the great singer-songwriters. I saw him at the Isle of Wight Festival in 1969 where Dylan was the top act. Tom's song about smoking pot in Vietnam got the biggest combined laugh, cheer, and clap of the entire festival.

    • @24tommy109
      @24tommy109 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What's the name of the song?

  • @davidg22100
    @davidg22100 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Saw Tom in Poole 2015. A wonderful evening!

  • @alicecrisp3960
    @alicecrisp3960 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing amazing song love it.

  • @tilly15773
    @tilly15773 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    saw him last night, absolute legend.

  • @umbalaba
    @umbalaba 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely video and great songs. And the G7 Capo is really a nice capo.

  • @Rick8351
    @Rick8351 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Central Square is my new favorite song from Tom. It's flawless and everything a folk ballad should be. Thanks Tom!

  • @sackasilver
    @sackasilver 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, loved the songs!

  • @gecbucca4205
    @gecbucca4205 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    someday we'll all left a trace behind. do i hope.

  • @Potemkin0
    @Potemkin0 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    First saw Tom at the Cory Hall in Cardiff circa 1970 (remember that one, Tom?!?). Still got your autograph my friend ... me and my hippie mates loved you then and still do now. Take care, and enjoy whatever it is you choose to do from now on. Good luck!

  • @dexterblyth8691
    @dexterblyth8691 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    from a great era of singer song writers over looked by mainstream but in folk singers up there with dylan pete seagar woody .peter paul mary ,joan baez ect

  • @donaldzahnke4300
    @donaldzahnke4300 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I want to meet tom Paxton

  • @donaldzahnke4300
    @donaldzahnke4300 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I want to meet tom Paxton befor he dies

    • @mikelheron20
      @mikelheron20 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Donald Zahnke Probably better than meeting him afterwards.

    • @donaldzahnke4300
      @donaldzahnke4300 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ok

    • @stanhesketh
      @stanhesketh 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Donald Zahnke I don't know where you live ,but Tom get around if you go to any one of his shows he always walk around after ,I've meet him a few time just to shake hands ,...

  • @Gmoore54
    @Gmoore54 ปีที่แล้ว

    💗

  • @user-uf1hh2pl8i
    @user-uf1hh2pl8i ปีที่แล้ว

    偉大なトラジショナルスタ-ドク ワトソンのアルバムでトムを知りました、76才の私のアイドルです

  • @wrongwayup.
    @wrongwayup. 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Holy shit.

  • @gloriajeansongbird4657
    @gloriajeansongbird4657 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes still very much the same.

  • @dskachmo6643
    @dskachmo6643 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    mark it 10:42 frigin killa!

  • @dskachmo6643
    @dskachmo6643 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    bundaling 9:15

  • @poponnajmudin26
    @poponnajmudin26 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    feeling sorry for the 5 dislike this

  • @annemaryj7359
    @annemaryj7359 ปีที่แล้ว

    Extra😂😚💝

  • @Legnerps
    @Legnerps 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    😩😩😩😩😨😨😥😥😭😭🤧