As soon as I heard the intro of the song I couldn't resist giving it a like. The rest of the song only confirmed your great talent. Great great cover Thank you very much for these musical treasures.✌
This. So much this. I miss Layne Staley so much and your version brought a tear to my eyes and a stirring of my soul. Thank you for sharing this and paying homage, properly.
Fantastic vocal interpretation! I am not usually impressed by most singers when they attempt to tackle Layne's music. You hit the soulfulness without trying to be Layne or Jerry. You make the vocal track your own and you have the ability to do it well! I was lucky enough to see AIC with Layne in the early 90s. To this day they are one of my all time favorites and part of my daily music rotation.
Your covers are incredible and you add emotion to them. Apart from the fact that your voice and playing the guitar give me a lot of peace. rotten apple is one of the best songs by alice in chains Very Good!!!
Hello River, Such a beautiful rendition of this haunting song. AIC still is part of my daily routine. Again, you were amazing as always. Greetings from Portugal
Reminds me of buying Jar of Flies and hearing this gem...think I played it about 10 times before any other track .Your version has convinced me to learn it as a solo tune
Your singing is so great, the guitar playing is so impressive to translate that whole song on to one instrument, and doing both at the same time is truly amazing!
Thank you River for such a badass covers it always makes me ready to tackle the world, great vibe and vocals, keep it up, and I would like to hear your stuff as well.🤙😎👍🫠🫠
Excellent voice and I absolutely love your Alice In Chains covers, you have a way of putting your own unique spin on them. So glad I found your channel.
Bro you made Rotten Apple your own the way you play the main riff inspired me so much! I just seen a comment from someone saying that rotten apple would not work on acoustic and I was like whatever yes it would! Seen you video after that was like hah see. I’m trying to play it how you do have not quite got it down kinda made my own version out of it anyway. I’m a huge AIC fan and this is one of the best AIC covers I’ve ever heard! Cheers
Amazing version man. Both the playing and the singing. Absolutely the best cover of this AIC tune, and in my opinion one of the top acoustic covers of anything on YT. I’ll be adding about 1,000 views this week while trying to learn your rendition, but I won’t be doing that thumb over the E minor. That’s savage bro. Subscribed. 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼
Thanks, brother! Happy to hear you're going to learn it. In drop D tuning the thumb over the E, A and D strings was the only way I could comfortably bar the b and top e strings with my pinky for the Em7 chord. A little unorthodox but whatever works! With a slight change of your hand position it's quite easy. Give it a try! Cheers.
@@rivercrombieThank you brother. Didn’t realize you were hitting the low E, but guess w the drop D it works with the Em7. Learned how to use my thumb to hit the low E in trying to learn some Frusciante over the years but never to hit the A and D strings. I’m digging it but still a ways from making it 2nd nature. Cheers 🍻!
I listen to Alice in Chains since i was 14, 20 years later still one my favorite grunge bands, I had the luck to find this video over the internet, thanks for sharing this amazing video, a respectful hug from Brazil and please. do more videos to us :D
One of my most favourite songs, covered beautifully! And I love the way you play it! Been wanting to learn how to play this song for a while, so will try and learn it from this. Many thanks for the splendid tunes, and much love from the UK. 🙂
@@rivercrombie Cheers Dude! 🙂 I don't know if you do requests, but I think you would do awesome covers of 'Just Breathe' by Pearl Jam and 'Never let me down again' by Depeche Mode. 🙂
Your AIC/Mad Season covers though!!!! ❤🤘 I am a huge, long-time fan of Layne. Thank you for keeping his music alive .... and w/ your own touch..... BRAVO.!
I'd pay to hear this live. Mr. Crombie, your raspy voice hits the vibe of this and the other songs you covered perfectly. My attention span is about 7 seconds but every time you drop the cover I'm there for a full length. Keep em coming.
Awesome interpretation, mate. Worthy of taking your hat off with sincerity. You have a fantastic rock and grunge voice to say the least. I think you could fantastically perform "wild horses" as Ben Heanow sang it at the Arena audition in 2014. Greetings and thank you for this gift!!! 😁😁😁🖐
With so many people leaning into shorts videos, I’m so glad that you keep these covers full length.
There is a reason for the short videos. Most of the people do not watch complete videos anymore. TikTok generation
Thank you Keanu Reeves
For what?
I can only imagine he’s probably sick of being call Keanu
Nah man, he is Leonardo Davinci
My wife and I of 37 years have been sitting outside for the last hour and a half listening to your music. Thank you River❤
I'm happy to hear that, my friend! And I wish you many more happy years together with your wife! Cheers.
As soon as I heard the intro of the song I couldn't resist giving it a like. The rest of the song only confirmed your great talent. Great great cover Thank you very much for these musical treasures.✌
Thanks, brother!
This. So much this. I miss Layne Staley so much and your version brought a tear to my eyes and a stirring of my soul. Thank you for sharing this and paying homage, properly.
Nice job River, AIC suits your voice.
Thanks, man! I do enjoy singing their songs. Cheers!
Fantastic vocal interpretation! I am not usually impressed by most singers when they attempt to tackle Layne's music. You hit the soulfulness without trying to be Layne or Jerry. You make the vocal track your own and you have the ability to do it well!
I was lucky enough to see AIC with Layne in the early 90s. To this day they are one of my all time favorites and part of my daily music rotation.
Thanks, man! And so awesome you got to see AIC live in the early 90s! That must've been a great experience. Cheers.
Even though I'm from Gen Z and also from a far away country, I'm here. Music is universal and unifying, my friend. Keep doing excellent work.
Every time you come out with a new cover of Alice in Chains its top tier, you fit that vibe and play their songs so well.
Thank you, man!
You peel (no pun intended) these songs back to the core and remind us why they are beautiful. Great job
Love this channel. So simple yet so soulful.
Definitely did not expect you to sing during the cover, that grunge voice is superb. Definitely deserves a like and subscribe
Thanks, man!
@PeterBulka-nf3rn Thanks, man. Maybe someday I'll get to another AIC song. And great that you're back into playing after so long! Cheers.
always love when Keanu Reeves blesses me with another slice in chains cover
slice in chains
every time you do alice you knock it out of the park. Your voice is so perfect for these songs
It's Somberly beautiful. Just as it should be. Thank you so much...
I’m here for this!!! Great job 👏
MAN... Drop D GROWLS
Sounds excellent
These covers give me peace
Your covers are incredible and you add emotion to them. Apart from the fact that your voice and playing the guitar give me a lot of peace. rotten apple is one of the best songs by alice in chains Very Good!!!
Thanks, man! I appreciate reading your comment. Rotten Apple is a great song so I tried to capture as much of it as possible. Cheers!
Hello River,
Such a beautiful rendition of this haunting song.
AIC still is part of my daily routine.
Again, you were amazing as always.
Greetings from Portugal
Thank you! I appreciate the kind words, my friend. I send greetings back from Germany. Cheers!
Bravo River~ just perfect✨️🪶❤️🔥🦅
Reminds me of buying Jar of Flies and hearing this gem...think I played it about 10 times before any other track .Your version has convinced me to learn it as a solo tune
I'm happy to hear that! Cheers, brother!
this is just. amazing. i love this river. you have a beautiful voice and amazing talent
Just found this today. Had to like and subscribe. You’re awesome man!
So I'm going to try and learn this when I get home today
idk why but the way you just held it at the end till it faded made it feel so real , badass man good rendition
Love this song! Love this cover! Thank you!!
Great one again! Looking forward to your next songs!
Your singing is so great, the guitar playing is so impressive to translate that whole song on to one instrument, and doing both at the same time is truly amazing!
Beautiful. Thank you!
My favourite beginning to an album in all of music history. This is the very definition of a VIBE.
Killed it, brother!
Thank you River for such a badass covers it always makes me ready to tackle the world, great vibe and vocals, keep it up, and I would like to hear your stuff as well.🤙😎👍🫠🫠
This is so awesome man!
Beautiful cover, thank you for sharing your art!
so many memories...good job
Keanu brings back some cool grunge, hits the spot these days. Soul power.
Amazing, intro beautiful... and when the vocal starts... it's so impressive.
Amazing rendition of this incredible song . Well Done
Blessed as always, your rock 🎉❤
Amazing cover of my favorite Alice In Chains song!
Incredible. Just Incredible.
Thank you, my friend!
Goosebumps bro, you effing nailed that. Subscribed.
Thanks, man!
Simple and effective. Great work, thank you for sharing. ✌️ & ❤
One of my favourite youtubers ever. Always keeping it real, soulful, and tasteful.
Thanks, man!
Great job! This is a hard song to cover right and you did awesome.
Excellent voice and I absolutely love your Alice In Chains covers, you have a way of putting your own unique spin on them. So glad I found your channel.
Thanks, man. I'm happy to hear you found the channel! Cheers.
Okay this is my favourite new channel....
This is so great
Definitely sharing with all my friends,loving it brother man. My absolute favorite channel
Thanks for sharing it with your friends! Happy to hear that, man!
Beautiful rendition
Rock on!!! Best version I’ve ever heard, and one of my all time fav bands…! Thank you
Thanks, brother! I appreciate that. Cheers!
That was killer brother!
Awesome thanks... Keep them coming. Your talent is a gift to us.
Thank you!
Fantastic !!
My all time favorite band. Love your voice man you are up there with lane. Beautiful
Thanks, man! Happy to hear you liked it. Cheers!
Bro you made Rotten Apple your own the way you play the main riff inspired me so much! I just seen a comment from someone saying that rotten apple would not work on acoustic and I was like whatever yes it would! Seen you video after that was like hah see. I’m trying to play it how you do have not quite got it down kinda made my own version out of it anyway. I’m a huge AIC fan and this is one of the best AIC covers I’ve ever heard! Cheers
Amazing!
Fantastic version of this song. Thank you for sharing!!
Thanks, man!
Awesome River. Just awesome.👏🤩
Thank you!
Really great cover...Layne must be proud....!!!
A superb performance!
Thank you, brother!
Love this, man.
Wow Sir River keep em coming
That spider thumb is doing real work
Thanks, man! Rock on!
Fantastic.
Nice!!! Enjoyed every minute of this!! Great work
Thank you!
You absolutely smash A & C covers.... respect
Thanks, man!
Amazing version man. Both the playing and the singing. Absolutely the best cover of this AIC tune, and in my opinion one of the top acoustic covers of anything on YT. I’ll be adding about 1,000 views this week while trying to learn your rendition, but I won’t be doing that thumb over the E minor. That’s savage bro. Subscribed. 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼
Thanks, brother! Happy to hear you're going to learn it. In drop D tuning the thumb over the E, A and D strings was the only way I could comfortably bar the b and top e strings with my pinky for the Em7 chord. A little unorthodox but whatever works! With a slight change of your hand position it's quite easy. Give it a try! Cheers.
@@rivercrombieThank you brother. Didn’t realize you were hitting the low E, but guess w the drop D it works with the Em7. Learned how to use my thumb to hit the low E in trying to learn some Frusciante over the years but never to hit the A and D strings. I’m digging it but still a ways from making it 2nd nature. Cheers 🍻!
Insane job. Great pitch while playing
That voice is soothing
Awesome job bro❤
Sounds awesome 🎵 👍
This just made my day and instantly liked shared and finished my listen ❤
Great! Thanks for liking and sharing. Cheers!
I listen to Alice in Chains since i was 14, 20 years later still one my favorite grunge bands, I had the luck to find this video over the internet, thanks for sharing this amazing video, a respectful hug from Brazil and please. do more videos to us :D
Thank you! I appreciate that. Cheers!
Awesome....sharing everywhere.
Amazing how you make a very challenging vocal seem effortless! You are a gifted artist.
That's kind of you to say. Thanks!
One of my most favourite songs, covered beautifully! And I love the way you play it! Been wanting to learn how to play this song for a while, so will try and learn it from this. Many thanks for the splendid tunes, and much love from the UK. 🙂
Thanks, mate! I hope the video helps :) All the best!
@@rivercrombie Cheers Dude! 🙂 I don't know if you do requests, but I think you would do awesome covers of 'Just Breathe' by Pearl Jam and 'Never let me down again' by Depeche Mode. 🙂
Awesome
one person sounds like a band. It's an incredible cover. the guitar playing, the vocals, everything is awesome.
Thank you! I appreciate that. Cheers!
amazing
Thats a cracking performance brother
Beautiful job brother 🫡
Amazing maaan
Really good cover
I ll listen this 10 more time again and again and again and again
Your AIC/Mad Season covers though!!!! ❤🤘 I am a huge, long-time fan of Layne. Thank you for keeping his music alive .... and w/ your own touch..... BRAVO.!
Thank you! Layne definitely had a great voice. I really like playing his music. Cheers!
I'd pay to hear this live. Mr. Crombie, your raspy voice hits the vibe of this and the other songs you covered perfectly. My attention span is about 7 seconds but every time you drop the cover I'm there for a full length. Keep em coming.
Thanks, brother. Awesome that you make it past the 7 second mark! 🙃It definitely helps the algorithm. Cheers!
Very good! Thank you.
Great performance! 👏👏👏
that was great Brother
Dude… you’re so good! Thanks for giving me another AIC song to learn.
Thanks, man. Enjoy learning the song! Cheers.
Really well done kudos.
Beautiful. Well done. I sang with you.
Awesome man!!!
Nice! 🔥
I thank you. And so does Alice!
Brasil aqui, obrigado por manter essa banda viva
Amazing! I wish you were there new lead singer!
Great job dude
Awesome interpretation, mate. Worthy of taking your hat off with sincerity. You have a fantastic rock and grunge voice to say the least. I think you could fantastically perform "wild horses" as Ben Heanow sang it at the Arena audition in 2014. Greetings and thank you for this gift!!! 😁😁😁🖐
instant sub! nice taste!