Nolan Taylor - "Darkness" (Truthful Sessions)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2024
- Here we have Nolan Taylor performing his original song "Darkness" in Charleston, West Virginia.
Last March I went up to visit a friend in West Virginia who happens to be one of the co-owners of the great TH-cam channel that is RadioWV. We hung out for a couple of days and recorded some talented musicians in West Virginia as well as Kentucky. Needless to say it was a great trip and this video is just one of the great things that came out of that week. Hope y’all enjoy this session with the talented Nolan Taylor!
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The older I get the more I love music like this 1 voice 1 guitar and 1 man like me all alone on his own
Beauty in simplicity... I get it
Same. I used to argue with people in high school that radio music was real country. It was popular. Then by my senior year shit started changing. Ten years later ALL I listen to is shit like this and Oliver Anthony. Oliver has a magic spell over my son. My son can be screaming and I turn on Oliver and he’s locked in. Music is powerful. 🔥🤘🏻🗣️
@@TheRainDrop7 Oh dude, I feel bad for your naivete believing radio trash was the real music OOPH. However I celebrate your awakening to what is true music.
At 19 I feel that man. This is music.
You might be by yourself, but you are not ALONE. 👊
As a vet who's lost more men to suicide then war this song breaks me
There's people who have your back...EVERYDAY
dude my thoughts exactly , Your not alone , It cuts deep . "I can hear all those whispering pines"
( Fort Benning ) yeah
I'm just glad it's somethings that in some way brings us together and find the similarities and not the differences. God bless everyone of you
Don't say tha lad
😢
12/19/04 was my first clean day. Over 20yrs now by the grace of God
I think this is my single favorite song I've ever found. As a musician and a life long music guy that's a hell of a testament. This song speaks to parts of my soul I'd accepted I'd never find venues for. Alas, here you are. I love you nolan taylor. Deeply.
This might be the coolest compliment I’ve ever received for any of my tunes. Thank you.
th-cam.com/video/bQqXZ3fEs1A/w-d-xo.html also this, give it a listen. Please. @nolan taylor
Hell yeah that’s what I’m talking bout raw music
Losing my mom, finding her dead, addiction, depression after all these years this song has lifted my spirits brother ...thank you so so much
Just found about him recently He's Real 🙏❤️
I know you probably won't ever see this, but thank you. I've been going through it, and your music has helped me through some dark dark times. Thank you for being you and doing what you do.
I hope you have found some light in your life... Keep on going through it... Much love!
Oh WOW!! My New Favorite Song of All Time!! Seriously I am so moved? so touched by this song I can’t stop listening💞✌️ I Love It!!!💞👍💞✌️
I grew up in white trash md met a Korean girl was confused went on a date stayed sober long enough she knew I been true alot of hurt we went to Sachs Bridge to sit and talk she said plug your phone in this played she looked at me and said I get hurt I'll do everything to help you be happy again and now we are together and her 9 year old is my best friend
🕊️💜🕊️💜🕊️👵🏽✌🏾 You are indeed Blessed!
👌 a good woman males a good man
Congratulations my friend , you deserve it
Amazing, so happy for you. We all deserve love and happiness ❤
That's beautiful ❤️
Somehow this song is a warm blanket in my times of darkness. Nolan gets me.
I just heard this for the first time. I’ll be honest…. I had to sit in silence for a while after it was over. Dead quiet. I just sat there. And then I wept. And wept.
I fight a war every day. Every second I’m awake I am fighting tooth and nail. And I’m not alone. There are thousands of us.. millions…. though we know the outcome, we fight.
Ironic isn’t it, The enemy we battle is the savior we seek.
Sir thank you for your song. Your voice. You have no idea, or maybe you do, the impact this song will have. Addiction is real.
Thank you so much. We aren’t alone ❤️
What a beautiful comment. Very real and touching words. Couldn't have said this any better.
Keep Fighting brotha, He'll of a Message through a song and this comment. We All have are Struggles but you gotta keep fighting that war.
keep it fighting big bro. you will overcome all the bullshit in your forecast, trust. it is the universe testing you brother. bless up.
@@NolanTaylorMusicyour right. We aren’t alone. Not ever. Thank you
All Dogs Go To Heaven ❤
❤ I love you 🖤🏴☠️
There's music in these hills. It's beautiful, raw, and pure emotion. Simplistic Perfection rarely found. Yet here it is.
Wow, you're a wordsmith , I'd love to read more of your words
This song is when Sad listens to music. This beautiful song is pure genius. It's art.
You save people who are ready to give up. Please never stop making music.
Lookin’ out my window
Wishing I was sober
Imagery is vivid
I get lost inside my own head
Now and then I’m spaced out
I’ve got so much on my mind
So many thoughts a runnin’
Me out of my own time
Every day I feel it
Some sort of darkness movin’ in
And honey I’m so sorry
If you ever find me cold and stiff
Cut me down just hold me
Wont you kiss me on my head
Nothing I’ve ever done’s to hurt you
Your love’s the only things that helped
I can hear all them whispering pines
And that sweet feel of a perfect moonlight
And who I see out through the blinds
It’s the warm of the ?smile?
But that shadow always lingers
It’s coming creeping around the bend
It’s been waiting just to hold me
Just to hold me in ?movin?
How can I leave me be
Your loves the only thing that’s helped
I swear my pocket watch is closing
And it’s sending me to hell
I can hear all them whispering pines
And the sweet feel of a perfect moonlight
And who I see out through the blinds
It’s the warm of the
Lookin’ out my window
Wishing I was sober
So warm with a smile I believe
Best one because there is lyrics
I've had the privilege to see this man live a couple of times. Nolan. Brother. Write on. Give us more anytime your ready-. So are we.❤
"Cut me down and hold me." Makes me cry everytime
Me too. I think I'll only be loved after I'm gone. It's a damn crying shame.
That's men. Nobody misses men in today's fucked up world.
The only reason i'm still here. It would destroy my wife...
@ermencg1630 we all live in a dark lonely places but remember the love she gives you. That's worth the pain. Stay strong
Those are some lucky trees, getting a free Nolan Taylor concert!
Damn that's the truth 💯
You are right on there. Makes me wish if he sings to the trees, I could be one of them.
True. The trees are lucky
They are alive lol an prolly dancing an swaying to it in the wind
Autoplay just knocked my socks off. Had to stop my car play it from the beginning and cry my eyes out. God bless you man and everyone thats fighting depression. It sounds wierd but this like a depression in a song for me...
I’m a grown man that had tears going down my cheeks listening to this. I could feel your pain like it was my own. This is a masterpiece. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.
Just found this. I can't agree more with you!
I thought 68 was what best described everything I could never say. THIS! This is the one. No tune has ever made me hurt, and heal all at the same time. Going through a failed marriage, relapse, trying to be the mother that my own mother could never be. If only I could love myself the way the darkness loves me. You are a hell of a musician, but man are you a magician too. Your voice, it’s magic. Thank you for making this ol girl feel alive for once in a very long time.
Nicely articulated
He’s truthfully singing and writing the truth. In the truest form. No holding back! It’s amazing!
Look at the positives. You made beautiful children together. That in itself is as far from failing at you can get. Keep pushing forward. My mother struggled a lot and although I knew she could do better I never judged her for not having the strength to. Point of my story is you are still here with time left. Make the best of it. Much love from Ohio
Heather keep hanging on Sister, better days will come because nothing last forever and this too shall pass. Just know that you’re not alone and your comment touched the heart of a fellow addict and there’s some in Alabama cheering for you and praying for you.
I think the key is to strive to be a better 'you'. Be honest to yourself about where and how you can make improvements, but also be honest about the nature of those improvements. In other words, try not to fill gaps against unworkable ideals. Try to improve yourself within the context of you and who you are right here, right now. Then, once improvements are made, your context will change and you might see more opportunity for improvement, but it will be easier because now you have a process that works for you. Good luck.
This is an ARTIST performing MUSIC. Nothing better in this world than a song and singer that makes you feel and think.
Never heard of him glad I stayed up all night on utube just to find this gem in the end
Appreciate it!
There has only been 3 artist to ever move me in a certain way. Yourself, Tyler Childers and Zach Bryan. Well done my friend.
Add Benjamin Tod to that list and that's me.
You should listen to The Red Clay Strays! I love all you mentioned. I think you will like them based on that! :)
You should try City and a Colour if you like those!
@@rhetoricstephen fecking clown he is
Tyler my god, him and this dude tie. I could listen to them all day.
Real music with meaning, feeling, and healing like this is the best! Hit me deep in my soul!
I think most of us can feel this in are soul ❤
One of the only songs I have to play multiple times and every time has me holding back tears. Such an amazing song and thank for it
Brother, you are a vessel.. your music represensents so many emotions so many of us have felt. Thank you for what you do
We lost my uncle 5 years ago. My aunt found him one day after work hanging in the same garage he rebuilt cars and rc planes. I just heard this song for the first time and im hear to tell you ive never had a song break me down into tears the way this song did in 30s or less. Dannit im doing it again.....
He pulls my soul up from beneath my feet and let’s me know I’m not alone with my pain. Truly beautiful ❤️🩹
Sweetheart, i know it was you that left. I wish you didnt. Your pain is stronger than my Love could mend. I pray you find this beautiful rendition of our life spoken through this mans lyrics. I pray you dry up, rest up, for when you can fill your cup with Love again....I love you....
Been dealing with severe depression 24/7 for 45 of my almost 60 years. It's so exhausting, and I understand why so many people with it decide to call it a day. Brother, I don't even know if that's what this song is about, but you put a lot of those incomprehensible feelings into words in a way most of us can't. And you did it beautifully. Songs like yours provide strength to those hanging on by a thread.
You are loved. Please stay
Glad to see this comment. I was dissappointed finding out it was more about substance abuse. Perhaps that was my own misjudgement. I suffer from severe depression and other stuff too, it seems more isolating not having an applicable drug problem to grandise it
Hey brothers! It might not work for everyone, but changing to a ketogenic diet helped me get rid of some of the darkness which I carries for a lot of years. Maybe it could help some of you folks too.
😅
@@NiklasWerthnerSame mate 🤙🏼
The way he ended the song is so perfect ❤️🔥❤️🔥
Im a 60 year old guy with so much depression on this day. You have touched me deeply with your music you play the way i feel. Cant seem to climb out of this dark hole.
Hope you’re ok Billy! We all go through it sometimes
@@theinsight7366 thank you!! I'm still in the living. I'm trying
Billy fight today to stay with us! We need you here!
Be strong brother... Darkness never wins unless you let it....For what its worth this is my goto when I need it.
" I said: what about my eyes?
God said: Keep them on the road.
I said: what about my passion?
God said: Keep it burning.
I said: what about my heart?
God said: Tell me what you hold inside it?
I said: pain and sorrow?
He said: Stay with it. The wound is the place where the Light enters you.".... Rumi
Tough times don't last brother
I love you bro! You saved me foreal! My daughters kept there dad because of this song…. That darkness is moving OUT!!
not only can this dude yell loud enough to make even the most dissonant person listen, but he can whistle so beautifully the birds can listen. to him. what a beautiful human being we all get to watch get exactly what he deserves, his name in lights.
We’re all running from the things inside… chills!
Never heard of this man before but this was one of the deepest songs I’ve ever heard
Yup.. I am mindblown..this song is saving my life.
hes a friend and a great person@@cy4624
First heard 68 and was taken back by the real feeling he has singing that song
but this one......
pfft....
Im still choked up hrs later.
You have put words and a sweet sound to what i could never describe
To anybody ❤
God Bless you
This song is incredible
The line "and sorry honey I'm so sorry, if you ever find me cold and stiff" gave me the chills. It was Christmas 2020 when I found my best friend overdosed passed away on our living room couch. A pain I hope nobody ever has to go through. Beautiful song, I'm glad I stumbled upon it.
Don’t quit singing people need this
Please keep on singing as long as you can. I love em all.
Sitting in my car, the sky is so beautiful, everything seems so perfect but my mind is so weak. But this song cripples me. I’ve never in my life had a song break me down to this point. Thank you. For allowing me to see myself in a different light
God & music is by far my saving grace. Some people will never know the true freedom a song can bring. I read your comment tho and it put chills on me. I hope this message finds you with peace ...
When he says perfect moonlight gives me goosebumps ❤
The reason I love singer songwriters. Using their instrument to open the doors to your emotions and makes you able to feel the words instead of only listening to them.
The world needs more people like you brother man
I've only heard 2 of your songs as of today, but it's like listening to my life through your voice.
Never thought at my old age
I'd feel like 600 trains full with emotions
Hit me so hard but yet so gentle .
Saved my life from relapsing …. ❤
You’re a legend already.
Keep it that way. Sometimes the urge is strong but so aren't you. Never give up!
6 months here coming up soon. It gets better I promise you. Stay strong ✊🏻🤙🏻
I used to sit and smoke to this song. Thinking it was serene and peaceful. Today, I have become irritated and told I should stop. This song means abit more now
The first time I heard Nolan Taylor was his song 68. The way he sounded while feeling anger and resentment was amazing. It is pure alchemy to turn his pain into beautiful music.
Amazing words well put together by a man I bet has seen alot of tears and tough days it's men like this I have to thank on a Monday morning when I'm feeling sick about work then I hear this and just nod and suck it up
You know that old saying... don't judge a book by it's cover? I wasn't expecting what Nolan was about to deliver. Incredible voice... what a treat. Well done sir!
This guy has me bawling my eyes out with his music. Grown ass man letting it go
I’m sober now, I don’t feel better but I can feel.
I feel thqt so much 😢
Daddy ain't raise no fuckin quitters over here.
@@iHopeyoure0ffended well I used to be sober 😅
I was sober. Then I finished work.
I’m not nor are most of these views. Sobriety is progress if you are posting this so continue being better than the rest brother
This reminds me of my brother who passed away he love to play and sing and he would have don't this one justice because he felt the pain from this same as I do now I hope I come back and see this comment in a few years and go back to the times that was more similar.
Thank you…. That’s all I can muster at 2:47 on a Thursday with so much on my mind, having lost a loved one to his own mind. This song saved me from the depths of my brain today and for that, thank you
Dude... I'm 49... Functioning Addict all my life. I cry everytime I hear this song.
It’s awesome that there is finally a video of this song that you can really hear. One of my favorite songs. I’ll be waiting for the next one. Keep on writing your poetry
Thank you sir I really appreciate that.
@@NolanTaylorMusic please you gotta release this. A hood stripped down not produces version, just you and your guitar. Perfection
A mans responsibility in life isnto suffer... this is gospel to a man
I have found a perfect place to spend my afternoon with my music...I love his way of telling us his story of his own feelings...great job
Thank you!!!
Darkness is an everyday part of my life but when i hear songs like this somehow it helps me push through. Nolan Taylor you're one of the greats brother keep it coming
listened to this song dozens of times now and just realized he's wearing a Pinegrove hat. makes me like him even more!
❤❤
I pray this mN don't sell out an he keeps bringing joy thru his music love my mountain family stand for what matters don't put a price on your head stand for what is right an give the elites the finger
This.. hits me somewhere I forgot existed 😕
I don't even sing, and I've been compelled to sing along to this song and weep out a tremendous amount of pain in my heart. This song moves me.
Wow, you could just get lost in the woods of Nolan Taylor's beautiful voice, guitar picking, and lyrics.
Thank you so much.
@@NolanTaylorMusic thank you for responding> So cool!!
I bet there are a lot of people closing their eyes when they listen to your music. It touches the ears, and the heart at the same time, which is always best done with the eyes closed.
For real ...this guy is freaking awesome on every level of being a descent human being and sharing his life's lessons and everything n between. And to get bak to what I started about....have u ever seen sumone actually respond to the comments on here....what a guy ... we should all b more like this fella
Your music helps others. Brave, and so many people feel the same. Thank you for sharing your talent.
I keep needing time after every Nolan song I hear. To process the amazing music I've just heard including his voice, guitar playing, tone, lyrics, etc. Then I listen to the song over and over and over again and it just keeps getting better. Nolan my man you are AMAZING!
I’m in the middle of a nasty relapse, this song has spoken to me and I pray i get better
Unreal....Brother your music is how feelings sound. Pure and uncut. I love it..New fan. I'll spread the word. Thank you for sharing your gift
Thank you so much. Seriously.
This reality a naked peek into a self awareness rare among this man's peers, I thought me and mine had it tough, I couldn't have expressed this picture today,and I'm nearing 60 yrs old,all I can say is, ONE HELL OF AN AMEN,GODBLESS These ARTISTS AND THERE WORKS,AGAIN AND AGAIN!!!
Smiled, giggled and cried all at the same time when he started whistling. This song speaks to me
❤ appreciate you.
@NolanTaylorMusic thank your for putting your feelings into your music. I feel every bit of it brother, keep up the great work and God bless you!
Amazing!!! Country Ray Lamontane...a voice like that all that's needed is a guitar!
Finally!! I saw Nolan last year in Columbus with CWG (and explained his “hell is real” hat to my Canadian friend).
Ever since I’ve been desperate for a recording of this song that isn’t a handicam from Morehead. Hallelujah!
On my sober birthdays I listen to this song, reminds me of the absolute horrors of drug abuse. And the phone call of me finally crying and asking for help, one thing is I’ve been better, better than the prison of a dark cold room shivering and convincing myself that I was okay. Thank you
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I'll be honest, my eyes are filled with tears. WOW, that touched deep....
Thank you so much ❤
Never in my life has there been a song that has made me cry every single time I listen
I came across you the other day when i seen 68 and every song i’ve heard since then has done something no other artist has done. I don’t mean this lightly, Mr. Nolan Taylor you are amazing man. i’m just across the hills in wv and it is now on the bucket list to see you live in person. i’ll get it done hopefully sooner than later i’ll have to keep up with the show listings. hope to see somewhere close to home here in huntington wv soon. keep up the good work brother you’re doing great👍🏼
Thank you so damn much.
@@NolanTaylorMusic It’s refreshing to see an artist reply to comments and fans. You for sure put a smile of my face and made my year let alone my day. Thank you for sharing you’re time and stories with us through interacting the way you do and through you’re music. hope to meet you one day❤️
Please come to Denmark! This summer, at tønder festival, im praying for and giving thanks to you ❤ never ever stop!!! From Denmark Scandinavia with only love ❤️
So intrigued by your voice and the vulnerability you control like no one else that I wasn't even able to hear all the lyrics the first time. It's that good. Lyrics are phenomenal by the way
Damn thank you.
I am amazed at the stark depth of these vocals and lyrics. Not much catches my attention anymore. I found (68) and wound up searching for more. Raw and emotive and simply without the words to convey.
Never been literally floored by a song, first time I heard this song I played it on repeat for hours, laying on the living room floor. The peace that comes from a song speaking to my soul is unquantifiable. Keep making music and sharing your passion. Much love brother
Going through a tough time in my life, and this song has moved me in ways I didn’t think possible. I’ve never heard a song that captures so much emotion. This guy has quickly become my favourite musician, I hope he knows how much his music is touching so many peoples lives when they need it the most. Much respect.
discovered this guy 4 minutes ago. Now I'm here day dreaming of being in the country, siting among the trees' winds and letting what poems are ready to be freed flow outa me. I'm a total fan now. Something about this song reminds me of Passenger
Sounds beautiful. Super interesting comparison, I've only ever heard "Let her go", maybe I should check out more passenger; any recommendations?
Me and my pops had a fall out. This song healed me. Some times we dont always have the words. Always be kind to your loved ones, respect your elders, and know your God! Me and my Dad put the water under the bridge and all is well.
This song has touched my life I lost my nephew to this disease!! Thank you so much keep the great music coming!!
When he said “cut me down, just hold me” 😩
I’m sad I’m just finding your music. There’s so much depth and truth to the words. I’ve been battling since depression most my life keep making killer music
u have made me love country music, my soul feels more at peace listening to you.Thank you
This is the most beautifully written perfect song.
Prayers are certainly with you Joshua! Stay strong and Keep moving forward theses are trials and tribulations with the Cancer. We are on this same road my husband got diagnosed with Stage #3 and 3 months later my 36 year old son got diagnosed with Stage #4 ! And son is in remission and God is certainly faithful just keep praying 🙏 and I will for you as well .God is so faithful to us!! We are blessed and you will be as well
This is an amazing song on so many levels about the day-to-day struggle
The search for that stillness is haunting. This song will change someone's life.
What magic man.. I’ve found myself in the grips of darkness through addiction and anxiety, they play a tricky game with people. The drug will subdue the anxiety to a point but sadly that “darkness” works it’s way in. Keep bleeding for us wounded souls. Your voice brings some of us “wisdom” and an idea of a way out.
This song reminded me of my time at basic training FT Knox 2008 Fox Company 515 Company. It's funny how a song can transport us to another time and place.
normally dislike "soft" music but this guy on the other hand is 🔥🔥
Man I felt this song so hard and sobbed when I took in the lyrics especially the part where you was talking about cutting you down and holding you after you hung yourself man so amazing 👏 thank you from the bottom of my heart
This guy is awesome! He sings with so much passion. His words feel genuine, thoughtful and unique. Really hits that emotion in you. Can't wait for more.
Thank you!!!
Wailing to your music really helps me.