Public Domain: Jayke Orvis performs "Shady Grove"

"Shady Grove" has been covered, added to, and augmented hundreds of times since its inception. In fact, music scholars suggest the oft-adjusted Appalachian folk standard is itself a variation of a European song from the early 1600s called "Matty Groves." Since crossing the pond and taking on a new name in the 18th century, "Shady Grove" has become a common song in both traditional and contemporary American folk circles. There's estimated to be more than 300 variations of the song in existence, including renditions from the likes of Jerry Garcia, Doc Watson, Ricky Skaggs, The Chieftains, The Kingston Trio, Whiskey Shivers, and Taj Mahal. Oh, and there's also one by Milwaukee mandolin legend Jayke Orvis.
The .357 String Band founding member, namesake of Jayke Orvis & The Broken Band, and current member of The Goddamn Gallows included the traditional on his 2010 solo album, It's All Been Said. Though the song's meaning is ambiguous and open to interpretation, Orvis' version is unlike any of its counterparts. He decided to reprise it on video at Colectivo's Back Room in a performance that showcases his fast-picking style and a lyrical delivery that accentuates the timeless folk favorite's dark undertones.
The video was shot, directed, and edited by Cheston Van Huss. Public Domain is sponsored by Colectivo Coffee Roasters, Transfer Pizzeria Café, and WMSE.

[@aaronkeith7336]

Jayke, it’s great to see you’re off the shit. I stopped listening to your music because it reminded me of relapse. I have been clean for 2.5 years now and I decided to go back to my childhood and search for your songs. You still pull me out.
Thank You, Jayke.

[@jeffesonricardo3522]

Respect from Brazil! I hear Jayke every day on the way to work

[@quiksilver1691]

I think I've watched this 100 times in a row. Amazing!

[@vonsmink1]

All around Killer Musician.

[@D-A-1776]

Jayke is a great artist. 357 string band was one of the best bands there is

[@johnsmith-wx7qq]

That is fucking PURE talent coming outta that mans hands! Really liking this.

[@jlee5180]

One dislike... your choice I guess. His Shady Grove version is always great. Talented fella!

[@vegaspunkrock]

More into Penalty Box personally but whatevs floats your boats. Dave would be so proud!

[@angelovanoeveren7936]

Imagine this guy collabing with Billy Strings, ooooooh man 😍

[@floydprice3829]

Check out Kevin Wykoff from Slugs Revenge and Black Death All Stars before they split. Dude is unknown and has an insane style of flatpicking. Also similar style to Jake. Enjoy!

[@angelovanoeveren7936]

@@floydprice3829 thanks man, gonna check it out!

[@sickgurrl]

🔥

[@johnsmith-wx7qq]

He is the only person I have ever seen who has the same tattoo on his knuckles as me. Lost Soul.

[@anthonylowney1395]

oh fuck you guys must be the same person ! Everyone has tattoos out the ass nowadays, nothing special anymore.

[@mikhailtunnell2304]

@@anthonylowney1395 are you seriously bitching and moaning about tattoos

[@johnsmith-wx7qq]

@@anthonylowney1395 Maybe I am The same person, jerk. After all look at my name. Seem real to you?