Classical Composer Reacts to Fields of Gold (Eva Cassidy) | The Daily Doug (Episode 139)
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In this episode of #TheDailyDoug, I'm reacting to the sublime rendition of Fields of Gold by Eva Cassidy. The original by Sting is one of his best songs, but I think Eva improves on the original. Take a ride with me through one of the better popular songs of the last 30 years.
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There’s a story that when Sting heard Eva’s version of Fields of Gold he declared “ it’s not mine anymore “.
If Sting declared it, it is so!
Lovely is exactly what it is
Miss her voice so much
I remember when I found songbird in our local record shop
I played it for months on end
That's a beautiful story and would be a credit to both singers - a part of me wants to go verify it. A bigger part doesn't care.
Nope - just going to sit here and enjoy my tears thanking both Sting and Eva and leaving them together in my mind.
Even if he didn't say it, he MIGHT have said it, and it would still be true.
I'm doing alot of reached on this song I'm studying music at uni and was wondering where you got this from so I can quote it in my paper. thank you so much! :))
My wife was telling me how this is one of her favourite songs (specifically Eva Cassidy's version) literally yesterday. She was 34 when she was diagnosed with Melanoma after our second daughter was born. Thankfully she has so far been doing very well, but it's a life-changing experience. Incredible timing Doug.
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Friends and family died and I never shed a tear, but iistening to that angelic voice the tears rolled down my cheeks..
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Her voice, her delivery and her musicianship, are exquisite.
Eva's Live at Blues Alley is not only my favorite live album ever, it's one of my favorite albums ever period. Pretty much every song she covers on there (Fields of Gold, People Get Ready, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Take Me To the River) is now my favorite rendition of that song. They recently released a two-disc version called "Nightbird" that's tremendous. Though I do think they did a great job selecting the best cuts for Live at Blues Alley, it's great to hear the full performance and there's still not a bad performance among the 30+ songs. She was truly a peerless interpreter of songs, with an impeccable voice and amazing versatility. I think the lack of success she had during her lifetime is due to people (well, labels) not knowing what to do with someone who was so equally at home in blues, jazz, rock, soul, pop, and everything in-between.
I agree with everything you said. Absolutely great album. And those songs you highlighted are my favs also.
I didn’t know about Nightbird! And I never knew she did Duke Ellington! Her version of that is up there with Dr John’s.
Thanks so much for the heads up about that release!!!
Jonathan, I've listened to her entire body of work, she inspires me......old sentiment..se makes me want to be a better man
Live at Blues Alley is amazing. I recently bought a vinyl copy. And, Doug, as great as Fields of Gold is, please listen to Eva's cover of Over The Rainbow. Yes, I know what you're thinking, who could top Judy Garland?...but have a listen. You won't be disappointed.
Just received the 45 rpm vinyl 7 disk set of Nightbird and it is glorious.
Eva doesn't just have a wonderful voice and lovely guitar playing, but she emotes and brings forth the meaning and feeling from the lyrics like no one else ever can match.
Her rendition of 'Over The Rainbow' is exquisite. ABSOLUTELY EXQUISITE!
Sting admits that Eva Cassidy OWNS this song.
Not to be critical for one thing I think you should realize is that by you playing your piano no matter how great you are it was upstaging the beauty of Eva Cassidy Play the song without you the way we've meant to be played I think people like you get their eagles involved and think you're going to make that song better but you're playing and frankly and annoyed me you're probably a nice man but can we a little bit of insincerity on your part as a composer to superimpose your personal version of Fields of Gold. Next time please sir use a kiss method keep it simple stupid I will not be listening to any of your reviews again but Eva speak for herself not as you accompanying her .
Eva's version of Autumn Leaves is on my Mt. Rushmore of most beautiful songs ever recorded. She was a gift.
It's an incomparable version. Her rendition is breathtaking. My mother isn't a big fan of music, but when she heard Eva sing this song, it did something to her that I've never seen before. She's 88.
Agreed!!
This hard rock and Metal fan just had tears in my eyes. ENOUGH SAID
Yep.
I remember stumbling across Eva Cassidy around 2009. I heard this song and just cried and cried, and I didn’t even know why. It hit me somewhere very deep. I still love it, though I still get a little watery when I hear it. The thing is, I almost never cry, maybe once every few years. Eva just grabs your heart and rips it out, and you’re not even mad about it.
She knew how to get a song and make it her own. She has done this so many times.
Maybe there is still hope for you? 😂😎
Her versions of Songbird and Over The Rainbow are at least as spectacular as Fields Of Gold.
Good god, don’t encourage him. Do you want to hear him play over those beautiful masterpieces as well? What an ego this guy has, as well as no respect for the artist.
@@KanTexCali I've never seen his videos before. I love Eva Sanchez, but the moment he began to play piano, for me it took the enjoyment out of hearing her. I shut of the video immediately.
I agree as to cover of Songbird
Dammit Doug, at first I was pissed you were playing along, but by the end you had me in tears at your last note. RIP Eva 👑🌻
She ranks right there with Streisand, Celine, Whitney, and Karen carpenter as one of the best female vocalist of all time.
Perfectly put. She breaks my heart
Can’t describe her heavenly version.
Yes, and I would put Linda Ronstadt right up there too.
Her’s is so pure.
And Roberta Flack
Such a pity she died so young. A bitter loss!
Jesus. I had no idea about her backstory. Came across her songs on Amazon a few years back and just assumed she was some unknown talent uploading cover versions to try and get noticed. Had no idea she died tragically decades ago. Such a sad case. Knowing this makes the song even more poignant.
Eva Cassidy's life is such a tragic story . . . I am a 63-year-old man who is not ashamed to say I cry more often than not listening to her delicate and inspirational interpretations of song after song. As is too often the case, gone too soon . . . underappreciated during her brief life, and finally getting the recognition she deserved.
43. 6' solid 245. Picked it as my wedding song when I was about 16. Every Fucking Time Man.
And I'm usually a metalhead.
I had bought this CD after hearing this song on the radio. It was the days of the portable CD player and I took it to work. In the office we often exchanged CD‘s so broaden our listening as the office had a good mix of varying tastes. I approached a friend and asked him if he had heard of Eva Cassidy and if he would like to listen to the CD. He replied genuinely, “ Oh no, I can’t listen to her… she makes me cry”
I’ve known about Eva Cassidy for a long time but sadly not while she was alive. Some of her singing has moved me to tears but I can’t remember which song(s) at the moment. I loved your piano playing along with this one. It added another dimension to this beautiful arrangement.
I first heard this song while watching a Michelle Kwan skating routine. I was instantly amazed with the absolute purity of the singer’s voice. Several Google searches and hours later I was hooked on the music of this songbird. To me one of the greatest female voices of the 20th century.
I came here to say this. What a great memory.
She was really something special ❤
May I recommend that everybody who finds this version of Fields of Gold listens to Eva's sublime and peerless rendition of "I know you by heart" which is truly beautiful. It manages to be both uplifting and sad at the same time.
Thanks for jumping in Doug on piano. Just beautiful.
Missed this moving video Doug. Now I've found it. Thanks Doug, beautiful moving choice.
We have to get her a Grammy ... posthumously. Sting, are you out there ????
Amazing artist who could sing any song from any genra. And make any song to her very own. A voice and musical feeling that am touching and will touch me for the rest of my life...some tearing up goin on....
Thank you Doug once again you have made me realize how important music is in our lives, my wife and I had heard of Eva Cassidy however we were not familiar with her music we lost an incredible vocalist when she died, she has such velvet in her throat. Thank you for sharing this another excellent video I have become a huge fan.
Voice of an angel. Purity defined. A really special talent. Never got a major record deal.
Thank goodness. A major record deal would have ruined her.
she had offers but refused. There is a doco about her story, can't remember if it was a paper one or a video, she wouldn't compromise her musical taste and seemingly random choices of songs that were considered non-commercial in order to be signed to a label. She new as Eric suggests in his comment, that it would have ruined her. Imagine if youtube was around back then! It would have been a massive boon to her and allowed her to find her audience around the world!
I never thought much of this song when I heard the Sting version. Nice but very predictable with no musical surprises. But every time I hear the Eva Cassidy version it is so uplifting and emotional. She sings it perfectly.
A dozen of years ago a web correspondent of mine who always quoted and recommended HEAVY music once came out and said his most favourite singer ever was Eva Cassidy.
I had never heard about her before and thought she had to be some metal lady if he was so keen on her.
So I checked and was astonished by the divine ether that surrounded me.
No wonder even that raw guy had been caught by this brilliance.
This song is an excellent choice for a nice change-of-pace from the heavier songs.
Eva was incredible...my favorite one of her covers is her version of "Over the Rainbow"...it is absolutely legendary.
Elizabeth Zharoff just did a reaction to it. Wonderful cover of Judy Garland's song
@@32a34a ...thanks. I saw it!
@@gregorykenfield3134 Your welcome.
I believe that the reaction given by Elizabeth to Eva is the ultimate of any I’ve seen or expect to see.
Absolutely brings tears each and every time I listen to her sing Over the Rainbow at Blues Alley. Just her voice and her guitar. To me the most touching performance I've ever heard.
Evas' voice gives me goosebumps every time I listen to her...
Thank you Doug for doing this for me. She’s my favorite female artist and one of the greatest voices in generations. And you are my favorite reaction talent. These are so entertaining and educational. I’ll request some others. Thank you again.
That’s the quietest Doug’s ever been when a song plays. 😭😂👍🏻
I just love her. My favorite artist. This song and Songbird are so beautiful. Sting likes this version better than his own.
You can give a thumbs down for the song, the singer or the reaction. It's a shame that you can't differentiate between them. For the record, I love the song and the singer. I gave the thumbs down for the reaction. The piano certainly detracted from the song and the singer
Eva' voice & arrangements will always bring the lyrics to life. Sorry, but Eva was perfect. She didn't need any accompaniment.
Theo, you are making an assumption that he thought she needed an accompaniment, when in reality, it's clear that as a composer music compels him. He played because he had to play.
Absolutely beautiful. Her version is even better than the original. Glorious
I would rather say she makes it her own. I´m very careful saying that any song is better than the original. (There are exceptions, however ;))
Agree! 👍🏾👏🏾
I believe sting had heard this version of his song and commented that she nailed it and he liked it very much personally I like both versions
That first note (oooh) already brings the tears to my eyes
Eva did a cover of cheek to cheek that is fantastic
Astounding, delicate, strong, powerful, sweet .... all these tones by one singer in one vocal. This was stunning.
I compliment your piano resonance also. You know when to just stop and let silence take it. And your playing really connects. As a pianist myself, take it from me. That ain't easy.
One of mine and my wife’s favorite songs. From a hardcore TOOL fan by the way. 🤘🏻
Eva Cassidy. Her voice and the arrangements left me speechless and emotional. It's rare to hear something quite as moving, it's beautiful. She must of been a gentle soul.
EC also does a great cover of Cindy Lauper's beautiful Time After Time.
I am ashamed to admit that I became aware of Eva, only about two years ago. Hearing ''Fields of Gold'' & ''Autumn Leaves'' for the first time, coincided with a dark period in my life. Eva was introduced to me by a magnificent Lady who stumbled into my life, as if preordained to do so. The number of times I have listened to Eva sing is countless. Without fail. tears of joy & tears of sorrow spring from my heart, in a tribute that the power of music has upon my soul.
‘Tears of joys tears of pain’ … so true. Her version of ‘ somewhere over the rainbow - gets me every time emotionally.
Because I love the beautiful perfection of Eva, I will not give this a "dislike" which would be open to interpretation. In reading the comments, I see that playing along is something you do. Eva had a pianist which she added as her heart led her. I also see that there are fans of your version of the song. Your addition to perfection is not for me, and I will not be subscribing. It is nice to be appreciated, of course, and I wish you well and continued growth with those who like your embellishments to the songs they were hoping to hear. There are so many reactors, and something for everyone is a good thing. Take care and stay safe.
Please React to "Il Giardino del Mago" by Banco del Mutuo Soccorso, the best italian band ever. It is one of the most incredible songs you'll ever hear in your life, believe me: the singer is incredible (Francesco di Giacomo) and the keyboardist (Vittorio Nocerzi) is an amazing composer. I always watch your videos from Naples (Italy) and i would love to see some wonderful italian prog on this channel. THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEOS I LOVE THEM!!!
We waglio daugghe facimm u video del giardino del mago
Beautiful
There are some singers/musicians who are magical (having an appeal that is hard to explain). Eva is one, and this song is one of her most magical.
A crazy WGN afternoon radio personality introduced his audience (including me) to Eva Cassidy many years ago, not by playing her music but by simply recommending her to his audience. I'm so glad I listened and followed his advice. If you have an opportunity, listen to her sing "I know you by heart". You won't be disappointed.
Queen - March Of The Black Queen
It's a fan favorite and often mentioned as the predecessor of Bohemian Rhapsody. It's an amazing piece of music so I would love for you to react to it!
Sorry to say that I find your piano to be a distraction
Hi Doug, thank you for the ride, although it’s one of my favourites song I’ve never heard this version. For me it’s always been a song of the "memory lane" of life. Some GOLD over all our memories… Especially because we experienced Sting life as part of a light show in the late seventies in our Audimax of the university. He wasn’t famous at this time, but we heard his voice and whispered to each other: he’ll be a big one… So Sting is a leaf of golden barley for us himself. My youngest brother introduced you to me, a big Iron Maiden fan😉, I’ll thank him! And I’ll hear more Eva Cassidy… Love from Germany, Monika❣️
Eva had the ability to make the cover versions people mention here to sound like they were her own, she made them feel even more personal to her. not everyone can or are able do that.
Love Eve Cassidy's music style. Emotional and sometimes hauntly beautiful, especially since she's gone.
In my next lifetime, I want to be a musician like you.
please don't drown her voice out.She's perfect as is.
Yes, the piano drowned out her voice and beautiful guitar playing.
@@jolanhowes3604 Totally agree - sometimes less is more -
Doug's not doing a production here, he's getting into the song! I enjoyed seeing it. Surely reaction videos are about the reactions, you can listen to the song anytime.
Hi Doug. Thank you so much for doing this one today. It is a song that truly stops you in your tracks, makes you sit down and stop whatever you're doing and just feel the music. Your quiet and gentle reaction was a testament to that. Eva's performance is just achingly beautiful. I sat, not moving, just watching you with tears running down my cheeks. I then read the comments with tears running down. I haven't heard this in a long time and will revisit her music. 🙏🏼❤🏆
Cover more of her songs
Switch back to listen to "Nightbird" by Eva and hear the beauty of her singing! There is a touching background story: " Doug MacLeod wrote it and first heard Eva’s version when his wife put it on from a CD on their way to baseball game featuring his favourite team. He was so moved by her version, he pulled the car over and wept. Since that day he’s never sung it again and if requested by someone in the audience, he tells them to listen to Eva Cassidy’s rendition." So please air her version and respond accordingly. You won't be disappointed!
Hello Doug. Not sure if I have ever come across your Channel or not as I listen to a lot of reactors. I have only b÷n aware of Eva for about 2 months and I am so captivated by her music as well as her life's journey. Here are my thoughts for you. Another person commented that when you listen to Eva and her guitar, it seems like a duet. They are both so soulful, sweet, delicate, and natural together as if they were twins, and I listen to them now as a duet. So when you layered on piano, that felt like a disruption for me. Having said that, I am completely jealous of your ability to spontaneously play along like you did. I always wanted to learn piano, but my parents had 5 children so no money for lessons. I also heard how delicately you were playing but it still blocked the guitar a lot. My reccomendation would be that you play videos by themselves the first time. Then you could go back and add your touches to it the second time. What you played was very much agreeable, but loyal Eva fans may not want her versions altered in ANY way. This is true for a lot of fans and their favorite artists. A reaction is a listening activity, right? Then after you have listened once, then "tickle the ivories" all you want. It is YOUR channel and you can obviously proceed however you want. This is just my personal opinion. I am subscribing to you. Do you post any of your own piano recordings? Thank you for reacting to Eva who is a treasure forever with her precious music 🎶💞
I'm a follower of your channel Doug, and I never wrote anything; but the magic atmoshere that this kind of music can create, is the reason we cannot live without music. Have you ever seen a mute movie with not soundtrack? Thanx for sharing Eva Cassidy cover
My wife always tells me this is better than the original, but that’s not possible ;-) It is however the best cover by far, that‘s for sure. 🙏 There are live club recordings on YT, she was brilliant.
Sting was very proprietary about this song. Even he admitted Eva's version brought him to tears.
I absolutely love this performance. It’s personal for me and it can be hard to listen to at times. She was an absolute one of a kind.
I was introduced to her music about 12 yrs ago her version OVER THE RAINBOW beautiful
Legendary!
Truly gorgeous! I’ve seen a few singers on the TV competitions “borrow” it. Most people don’t know where they got it from.
I absolutely love the metal music covered, but that was a great way to cleanse the palate. So many great seas to sail (musically), and this was certainly a fine voyage.
Will be sure to check her out :)
This song makes my soul feel happy.
Doug, once again you give us a better understanding of what music can truly do.
I have only ever seen one reaction to the song Innuendo by Queen, and it was good but I would really enjoy hearing you give your take on such a masterpiece. When the song was recorded, Freddie was Dying! He kept going until and left a treasure trove of outstanding unfinished work. Now we have Maiden Monday, How about Queen Tuesdays?
She was one of those voices that reached right into your soul and drained the emotion from you. I am helplessly addicted to her voice. Rest in peace Eva!
Hi Doug, thanks for sharing this amazing moment of grace... I discovered Eva only few years after her death. I just cried first time i've heard her voice. At that time I didn't know she was dead... However, hearing this song my blood freezing in a minute. I remember the feeling It was just incredible. We can feel her soul through her voice... It's not with all singers/musicians wich whom we can feel that sensation.
Hope she's now in Paradise, walking in fields of Gold...
To Sting's credit, the lyric-language is incredibly simple and elemental, nearly all single-syllable English words. Perfect for the elemental Eva.
It was very beautiful; I personally love female singers with such beautiful soft voices. In reading "comments" the past few days on the war subject, even myself, a big Floor Jansen fan, had somehow forgotten her song "De Beelden Blijven" (in English "A Song For War Child"). It was written for her and recorded as support for a Dutch charity trying to raise money to send to children who were suffering in the war in Syria, a very good cause. Their organizational title is "War Child Holland". I don't know how I could have been so stupid to have forgotten about it. I though of it when I heard the soft female vocals in this song. Floor's, in Dutch with English subtitles, is at th-cam.com/video/e6-6NVsbg6U/w-d-xo.html. I wouldn't necessarily recommend it for a full review, but it would be well worth a listen on you own sometime, and it is a very worthwhile charity to support. Thanks ...
The song left me breathless. Less is more, or just enough.
3 gave the thumbs down ! What planet you on ! Ten Summoners Tale , one of the best Sting albums , and Eva Cassidy's cover is amazing ! A rare talent !
you know, everyone can have another opinion
I love this! Wholesome as F, we need need to relax sometimes. As for the song, I like this version more than the original. And we have Doug!
Eva Cassidy was amazing. Music, to me, is an extension of the soul. It says the things we are too fearful to speak and can cut one to the bone while also offering a healing hand. I like you taking a “quieter” road for a bit. If you haven’t already, check out Nick Drake. He also died quite young and didn’t experience musical acceptance and fame until long after death. It’s sad it had to be that way.
YES to Nick Drake!!
Sorry, as good as you are, you canNOT possibly make it better with your playing -- it distracts. That's how good she is/was! I loved the song, but gave you a DISLIKE ... first ever on an Eva song, because you interfered with the master. Sorry.
Thanks Doug. I found something great to listen too. If anyone here said she doesn’t have a great voice needs to see an Audiologist. Where are you Doug? Sounds so nice with the echoes. Music studio, school or a church? Your playing really added to the sound.
Anybody who thinks Doug interfered with the song well that’s an opinion they are allowed. But it’s TH-cam on a video describing a song.
My suggestion is go listen and appreciate fully the song in your own privacy. … just an opinion.
Thanks for changing up genres. So much good music out there
Eva Cassidy also covered Fleetwood Mac's "Songbird". Not sure if I've got this right but.... Various artists were involved in a project to cover all/most of the songs from "Rumours". Mick Fleetwood had final say as to which artists' versions went on the album. Apparently Mick said that if he would have heard Eva's take of "Songbird", he would put that on and left off The Corrs "Dreams". He said that he made an error in his choice.
My favourite Eva Cassidy cover is "Dark End Of The Street" (Chips Moman/Dan Penn). So much soul and emotion, and so much talent lost so soon. Thank you Eva (RIP) for sharing your music with the World.
do you always play ? Why?
I really enjoyed this break Doug. Thanks for your suggestion! Eva Cassidy is fantastic. Great piano playing as well!! I just blanked out my busy mind listening to this video...
Doug, great videos but please don't play along with them - no-one on the planet can listen 100% and play along at the same time. By all means do that after you've listened to it once. But keep them coming my friend!
Yes, the tragedy of her short life, but how many people, artists, regardless of their lifespan, have left this mark on mankind?
Eva Cassidy’s version of Somewhere Over The Rainbow is absolutely the best ever!! She was a gift … a beautiful soul.
Wonderful reaction to one of my favorite artists. Somewhere over the Rainbow is legendary also! Great piano by the way!
If you like Eva, I encourage you to check out 15 yr old Norwegian Angelina Jordan, the barefoot princess. She was in the studio at 6! She won Norway's Got Talent at 7! She was a child prodigy. She has recorded over 135 covers and originals chronologically from ages 6 to 15, listed on Rusty Shackleford's TH-cam page.
She sings any genre, but her roots are in the classics, jazz, and soul. Her influences include Billie Holiday, Etta James, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, and many more. Very unusual for a young girl. At 15, she sings like a 40 yr old. She has online at age 9 a performance of I Put a Spell on You that will floor you! It is the best vocal performance ever by a 9 yr old in the opinion of most. (Black and white video)
Of most interest, with your affinity for Fields of Gold, you would absolutely appreciate Angelina's Song For A. It was written for Angelina by Nicholas Cartosio based on a poem by Robert Burns and is a 1700s poem and melody. It is gorgeous and her angelic voice is innocent yet sensual and filled with emotion. Here is the link
th-cam.com/video/Bo3mhxPM-uA/w-d-xo.html
I hope you check her out.
The piano was an unnecessary indulgence.
My god, why are you playing over this incredible recording? Stop!!!!
Such a beautiful, rich voice. Normally singers doing huge amounts of rubato in their interpretation and being way behind the beat etc winds me up no end, but somehow she manages to do it not only without triggering my musical OCD but in the process makes the song sound even better. It's like she's way off but yet it still fits. A rare talent indeed.
Joe Satriani is Steve vais mentor. Please! Please!
You ruined it pecking away on your piano. A shame, really. I was hoping to appreciate Eva Cassidy.
Dear Doug Helvering - turn down the reverb on your commentary... please.
Thanks for playing along on the piano. Everyone gets lost when Eva sings - the piano was a nice addition. Explore more of her content - you won't be disappointed.
I’m not a fan of reaction videos where the presenter plays along, seemingly for their own enjoyment. I stopped watching as soon as I realized that’s what was going on. Rick Beato does it to illustrate what the artist is doing, which is great. With this video it seems like you lured me in to watch you play the piano. Pass.
Sorry bud , but I clicked on this to hear Eva, not you. This will be the last time I access your site.
Doug, do your brst to forget your normal day, go outisde and walk around, fields of gold are all around us...the older I get the more I realize
RIP Eva. Why would one so beautiful be taken so early and rob us of that talent.
Never watched this channel and never will again. Why play over a song so that we cannot hear it? Great cover. Poor reaction.
I loved his piano during the interlude, but wish he'd left her vocals alone.
Seems every reaction it is about "YOU" You're the guy that doesn't shut up at the movie theater!