He is a Busker at heart... his show had a part where he had significant interaction with the crowd - he plays his heart out and wants to make sure everyone enjoys the show - if you have the chance - spend a couple bucks and go see him live. I can't say enough about how his vocals pull you into the story he's telling - and he belts it out to throw it in your face. you will not be disappointed with the show. go. be there - enjoy.
@@elcarpe9186 Unfortunately, I live in the isolated far North of Canada, so travelling anywhere down south gets very expensive, but I'd love to see him play live. I always try to support buskers because it takes talent, even if they aren't at Shakey's level.
Honestly, his whole "persona" with his constructed vocal tone is nails on a chalkboard to me. It wreaks of inauthenticity. Like, you're putting on this whole character to sing. Maybe fun for a one off, but as a singer, to adopt this false voice, just feels contrived.
I've always loved Shaky Graves, but having someone, who understands music, explain and struggle to copy the complexity of his performance, boosts my levels of appreciation for him even more.
@Rachel Forshee people talking about shakey being a great musician some guy 'yeh american folk is good right' no.... we are talking about shakey, the genre literally doesnt matter its all the awesome musical mastery that shakey combines into one that people are talking about. Dont take away from Shakey to boast about how great 'american folk styles' are... kinda rude as fuck and ignorant to do that to anything/anyone. blindside the point people make to say your own thing... bet you have so many friends
No doubt about it. I stumbled across him a several years ago and I've been a big fan ever since. He's crazy good and even better live... especially if you're there music and not the theater.
He did make an excellent document series, three parts about 20 minutes each. Where the drum came from, who made it and on and on...hello gorgeous. Just out, 2020 fresh...guess he had some time with live music being cancelled. th-cam.com/video/E0rcaJ9YInc/w-d-xo.html , basically self taught and evolved.
@@joecoolmccall hoooooooo fire! let's goooooooo! I know what you mean, Palmisano obviously knows his stuff and it's great hearing someone with knowledge listen to this stuff
I’ve seen Shakey Graves live in small venues and he’s unbelievable. His musicality is insane. He plays the songs, structurally, the way it’s familiar to you, but his ability to really “play” with the music as if he’s writing it on the spot is stunning to experience. Highly recommend that you see him live. Love this channel, btw.
@@Guitargate Thank you, Michael for choosing my beloved nephew, Shakey Graves' song. I had the honor of being in the next room when he was born (home birth). I also happened to see the placenta that fed him. HIs Mom, my Sis, buried it in the back yard for compost. You have a new fan and subscriber in me. Blessings galore---Anna Maria Garcia
@@annamariagarcia9969 he must not have noticed this comment. it's so wholesome and kind. Your nephew and his music are a gift to this world. prayers for all.
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Sometimes people talk about having a "comfort TH-cam video" that you return to time and time again. This video is mine! I had the same reaction listening to Shakey Graves for the first time and have been in love with him ever since. I'm seeing him live for the first time in October in DC and can't wait. This was also my first video of yours and I am an avid viewer now. Frankly it's been a great way to learn of new artists and push myself to learn more about guitar as I am completely self-taught. Keep up the great work!!
The stopping and starting for trial and error, finding the note, guitar theory, and musical comments are why I keep showing up. No need to apologize for helping us all out.
You know someone is the real deal when you just put the guitar down and stare in awe for the remainder of the video! Nothing wrong with your usual playing along, I quite enjoy watching you try and figure things out in real time, but it is certainly special to see a musician just stop you in your tracks haha
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This is one of the only artists that I can say I saw live when he was playing at a dive-bar wellllllllllllllll before he was found. He sat on a suitcase which was a drum and did a one man concert for about 15 people! Love Shakey Graves!!!!! I bought a freaking CD from the guy (CDs right?!?!?)
Man, I totally re-lived my first time hearing roll the bones by watching this reaction video. I want to say it was 2014 or 2015 when I first heard it. I could see myself making all the same faces lol. It was pure astonishment. Great video. Of course you know a million times more about music so you can break down what is going on, and I’m just a 20 year hack, but it was cool to hear your take.
Shakey Graves is such a dynamic performer. He makes a "one man band" look cool. His tempo, dynamics, tonality, and musicality are so diverse. He is the entire package.
I like the fact that half way through you realised you were watching something unique, and just sat back and watched it and enjoyed it. One of my favourite videos on the internet!
Behind the man....Shaky, Just put out a three segment documentary from kick drum creation "I called the squirliest guy I knew" ....to the evolution from single in an old toyota Corolla to tour bus with a flop, evolving to taking an archaic 600 pound real tape, recording machine, on tour. th-cam.com/video/E0rcaJ9YInc/w-d-xo.html
Dude...I've listened to shakey for a few years now and I was just as blown away as you were when I first heard him. I was seriously smiling and laughing at your reaction for the entire video because I love it when someone gets as excited as me about a new, unique talent discovery! Shakey is just unique all the way around and such an awesome lyricist. That alone will win me over every time!
I've shared his stuff with several people and the response is usually meh. General indifference, which I do not understand - at all. What am I seeing that they do not?
Spooky Wagons!! ...if you know you know, if you don’t then check out “Late July” acoustic. What a great morning... Little Tommy Bukovac - Session Man AND Michael Palmisano discovering Shakey Graves! My weekend is complete and it’s only just started...perfect! Another great video, Michael. Thanks! ...I agree that you do need to check out “Late July” though.
This has to be the 10th time I have watched this video just to watch the joy on your face discovering Shakey. It takes me right back to the day I first heard him. Sometimes (like today) I come back and watch just because it makes me feel great seeing your Joy.
I saw Shakey Graves live at the Anthem in DC last September. Absolutely amazing guitarist, and he brought around a band to play songs from his last studio album. He's just a classic Americano performer, telling campfire stories and controlling a whole stage as one guy, playing through broken amps and such. He actually had a whole set with lights that, judging from the interviews, he made himself.
Shakey is an absolute genius, his last album "Can't Wake Up" is one of my favorite albums in years. He has the ability to tell stories and use the music as a tool to convey what he wants people to hear. It doesn't even feel like he's playing music. It feels like he _is_ the music.
Caught them at the last show of the tour in Philly. Blew the roof off the house, I love dr dog and it was their homecoming show but they damn near put the place to sleep after Shakey Graves. So good.
Shakes got his start as a busker. Glad to see he’s getting recognition outside Texas. His Tiny Desk is AWESOME. I recently discovered your channel and love your reactions!
Saw him a few years ago open for Shovels and Rope in Charleston SC. Absolutely blew us away. So dynamic with just guitar voice and and a beat up aquamarine Samsonite. Got a standing O grime the crowd.
It’s not often a video fully kicks ass, this one did. Shakey and Michael’s reaction to him had me laughing and in chills. Then getting to the comments and reading the all the love. Damn
I know this is an old video, but I just came across it... I love this because its basically me explaining how/why Shakey is so great to all my non-musician friends who have no idea what I'm talking about. 😂
This was so thrilling to watch haha! I love Shakey so much and this is exactly what he does to people-- blows them away and creates instant fans, instrumentally and lyrically. That entire audiotree session is 100% worth a watch, Late July is absolutely insane.
It’s so cool to see someone be able to explain this music with words, because to me it’s just magic. This is my favorite song in the whole world and this version of it specifically where he just goes into this groove where he literally is the music. This song scratches an itch deep in my brain and it’s really cool to have someone explain to me why!
I’m not even remotely musically talented and this is my favorite music reaction channel by far. The way you talk about music isn’t pretentious but still analytic. You open the music up in a way that a layman can understand but in a way that is still enlightening. You cover all types of music. This is the channel, fam.
Okay so I’m not going to lie, I’ve been listening to him a bit here and there for a couple years now, he’s in my music library, but frankly I didn’t find out he did everything himself until TODAY. So I’ve been watching reaction videos and I really love this one, I’m not a musical person so it’s really cool to see your take on it because you obviously live and breathe music and man, I can’t get enough of this guy. Definitely have to sub to you now, you’re great! I love the almost nerdy way you break everything down because it helps me learn things I never even knew. Cheers man! Hope he was great live :)
I Love how Michael (a great musician) strugles to even play one chord like the song. And he gives Shakey the credit: he is the music. Yep, he is. Dude's on a league of his own.
I found this video last night, and man - i've seen the video about 10 times already. The most important factor to me, is the genuine "reacting" - especially the look and reacting you have at 5:34. There is a lot of "fake" and "scripted" reacting videos out there - but you seem genuinely impressed and happy when seeing this stuff and that gives me a good feeling. I also love the fact that you stop the video and try to learn and explain why the different parts are so good as they are. But i love your honest reaction and personality the most. Please continue doing this. Honesty is rare these days. Subbed.
Woke up to Shakey Graves on Spotify one time when it was on random and I fell asleep. I woke up and added it to my playlist. Fell asleep again very happy.
As an ameteur guitar player and long time lover of music.. You clearly have a high level understanding of guitar, so I appreciate your enthusiasm for these guys who make music that I respect and emulate in my own way. Hearing your excitement validates the love I have for artists like Shakey, Tyler Childers and Colter Wall. Rock on, brother!
I'm still a guitar novice, and when first heard Shakey Graves I just knew he was something completely different than anything I heard before. "He IS the music!"
Love Shaky Graves so much. My best friend bought tickets for us to see him live a couple years ago and it was one of the best concerts I've been to. Also I think his audiotree sessions are some of his best versions
Yesss!, I’m loving this new age folk/country vibe you’ve been exploring on the channel lately... we get so technical as musicians it’s been refreshing to see some artists that are 100% focuses on the soak of the song rather than every note being in tune or playing some “impressive” riff... strip it down to the bones of music
I met a guy before a Shovels & Rope show in 2013 in a tiny venue in Jacksonville. We talked for a while and I explained I had never heard of the opener. The guy (who had introduced himself as Alejandro) said “he’s pretty good”. We finished our beers and I asked if he wanted to get a good spot with my wife and I. He said “no, you go ahead”. We went and got situated and a few minutes later he walked on stage and opened with this song.
Seeing your excitement for the magic on the screen is every bit as great as the talent to which you’re reacting. I love your enchantment for the creativity you’re witnessing. It’s infectious! As a songwriter, I dream of people listening to MY stuff with such fervor!
I ve always thought Shakey was as close to an 18th century painter as anyone in music today. He creates these grainy, vast, and abstract soundscapes that are so unique that they can't fall in any genre. Which makes it so cool. My best friend saw him live at a fair in Indiana. He said that performance will stay with him to the grave. He is truly incredible.
dude, i've seen shakey like 3 times and he is not only a ridiculous musician, the guy is an absolutely legendary performer! between stories, jokes, songs, etc. his stage presence is rivaled by VERY few. the dude just OOOZES charisma. if i'm honest, the last record i heard was not my favorite, BUT, i would gladly pay to see him any and every time he comes through town because i know he's going to put on a great show no matter what.
I've been dabbling with guitar for about six years and I learnt more from three of your videos than the collective total time I've spent trying to learn music theory. LOVED seeing someone react to shakey who can truly appreciate just how great he really is. +1 subscriber 👍
Saw a concert in San Angelo, TX like 5 years ago where Shakey played. There was about 15 people there. Legit as fuck to see how much his fanbase has grown! Love that guy!
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Wanted to share this with everyone especially you Michael I know you would appreciate it.
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"He is the music" is probably one of the greatest compliments you could give a musician.
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He is a Busker at heart... his show had a part where he had significant interaction with the crowd - he plays his heart out and wants to make sure everyone enjoys the show - if you have the chance - spend a couple bucks and go see him live. I can't say enough about how his vocals pull you into the story he's telling - and he belts it out to throw it in your face. you will not be disappointed with the show. go. be there - enjoy.
@@elcarpe9186 Unfortunately, I live in the isolated far North of Canada, so travelling anywhere down south gets very expensive, but I'd love to see him play live. I always try to support buskers because it takes talent, even if they aren't at Shakey's level.
@@The_Fat_Turtle In your case, the more money you give buskers means they can leave the accursed frozen hellscape of America's Hat.
I’m Like number 420!!! ☺️
"I'm assuming he sings"
Boy was he in for a treat
I love that he stopped playing to just listen.
That soulful voice is unlike anything I’ve ever heard. I just found Shakey today and he’s brought me to tears!
@@trashq.basket2718 love to hear it. i wish I could listen to him for the first time again
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Honestly, his whole "persona" with his constructed vocal tone is nails on a chalkboard to me. It wreaks of inauthenticity. Like, you're putting on this whole character to sing. Maybe fun for a one off, but as a singer, to adopt this false voice, just feels contrived.
My favorite part of this channel is the child-like wonder.
Agreed!
Completely agree!
Yep. It's infectious.
Agree! Exactly how I felt the first time I heard these songs.
he's obviously in it for the music, plain and simple . i'm the same way with numbers lol
I always like seeing Shaky getting the credit he deserves. He is a true musical genius.
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I've always loved Shaky Graves, but having someone, who understands music, explain and struggle to copy the complexity of his performance, boosts my levels of appreciation for him even more.
@Rachel Forshee
people talking about shakey being a great musician
some guy 'yeh american folk is good right'
no.... we are talking about shakey, the genre literally doesnt matter
its all the awesome musical mastery that shakey combines into one that people are talking about.
Dont take away from Shakey to boast about how great 'american folk styles' are... kinda rude as fuck and ignorant to do that to anything/anyone. blindside the point people make to say your own thing... bet you have so many friends
No doubt about it. I stumbled across him a several years ago and I've been a big fan ever since. He's crazy good and even better live... especially if you're there music and not the theater.
Was just coming here to say this
legend has it Shakey was also filming at the same time.
Dude, you made me laugh
Hahahahahaha
@@buckdeadlift3043 same here, fucking hilarious XD
😂😂😂👌🏼
He did make an excellent document series, three parts about 20 minutes each. Where the drum came from, who made it and on and on...hello gorgeous. Just out, 2020 fresh...guess he had some time with live music being cancelled. th-cam.com/video/E0rcaJ9YInc/w-d-xo.html , basically self taught and evolved.
Start and stop all you want. I like the style of these “reaction” videos because you’re actually achieving something in them.
OK! Thanks :)
Yeah- the critical breakdown actually helps me notice things I wouldn't from an uncritical ear.
Most reactions are mere filler.
Michael Palmisano - hope you see this! Check out Hudson Davis! Young guy huge talent could use some spotlight! Master of blues
@@joecoolmccall hoooooooo fire! let's goooooooo! I know what you mean, Palmisano obviously knows his stuff and it's great hearing someone with knowledge listen to this stuff
+10000, this breakdown and revisiting is the only reason i watch these
I’ve seen Shakey Graves live in small venues and he’s unbelievable. His musicality is insane. He plays the songs, structurally, the way it’s familiar to you, but his ability to really “play” with the music as if he’s writing it on the spot is stunning to experience. Highly recommend that you see him live. Love this channel, btw.
Seeing him in MD this summer! Thx!
@@Guitargate nice! Are you in Maryland?
Holy shit. He is brilliant. Never heard of Shakey Graves. I think I'm gonna have to listen to him over and over for 2 weeks straight.
LOVE IT
@@Guitargate Thank you, Michael for choosing my beloved nephew, Shakey Graves' song. I had the honor of being in the next room when he was born (home birth). I also happened to see the placenta that fed him. HIs Mom, my Sis, buried it in the back yard for compost. You have a new fan and subscriber in me. Blessings galore---Anna Maria Garcia
@@annamariagarcia9969 he must not have noticed this comment. it's so wholesome and kind. Your nephew and his music are a gift to this world. prayers for all.
Shakey is a badass!
In my opinion it’s his live performances that showcases his otherworldliness. This is how he should inhabit the studio.
Shakey Graves sound has a pain to it like he's singing with a mouth full of his own blood. Cannot get enough of him.
That's a great description actually, spot on
Agreed.
What a way to describe it, so true!
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DAMN SURE
This put a huge smile on my face. There’s nothing like showing someone who appreciates music Shakey for the first time
Right on.
I absolutely love watching people's reaction to him or any musician for the first time
I so so so agree!! It took me a very long time to learn this song too!!! Love this song !!!
“He is the music.” Correct.
Sometimes people talk about having a "comfort TH-cam video" that you return to time and time again. This video is mine! I had the same reaction listening to Shakey Graves for the first time and have been in love with him ever since. I'm seeing him live for the first time in October in DC and can't wait. This was also my first video of yours and I am an avid viewer now. Frankly it's been a great way to learn of new artists and push myself to learn more about guitar as I am completely self-taught. Keep up the great work!!
"This dude has it"
Yep. That was my reaction the first time I heard Shakey too.
The stopping and starting for trial and error, finding the note, guitar theory, and musical comments are why I keep showing up. No need to apologize for helping us all out.
For sure (: he should keep doing it
Here in 2024 still loving his reaction to Shakey Graves! I still got the feels & goosebumps! ♥️🇨🇦 16:47
You know someone is the real deal when you just put the guitar down and stare in awe for the remainder of the video! Nothing wrong with your usual playing along, I quite enjoy watching you try and figure things out in real time, but it is certainly special to see a musician just stop you in your tracks haha
Shakey Graves “Late July” is another masterpiece.
Lucas Wooten yeah that’s my favorite!
Yes please watch this more people need to see late july
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Especially this version! Never gets old!
Yes! Plus he has to watch a few different versions because Shakey plays it different everytime. He really is the music.
Or Hardwired
You're hitting all my favorites! Shakey Graves, Colter Wall, Tyler Childers!
He even did mike love😍
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This is one of the only artists that I can say I saw live when he was playing at a dive-bar wellllllllllllllll before he was found. He sat on a suitcase which was a drum and did a one man concert for about 15 people! Love Shakey Graves!!!!! I bought a freaking CD from the guy (CDs right?!?!?)
"HE IS THE MUSIC" .... is there a greater compliment?
I've been a fan of shakey for years, just waiting for people to discover him. It's so genuine, I can't explain it.
MrCoxhammer I feel the same way, his music has made a huge impact in my life. I even got his skull symbol tattooed on my arm
me too, i've never seen anyone so talented. met him outside a concert he gave in Germany, dude was humble af
Right there with ya, bud
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(Yet secretly hoping no one else does so you can keep him all to yourself) 😅
Saw Shakey right before he blew up for $5 in a packed bar in Austin, so killer!!
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Amazing the talent that seems to always be in Austin, for decades.
Throughout the last 3 years, I’ve listened to this reaction 196 times. First video I had seen of yours, but made me a forever fan. 1❤️ man
i feel the exact same way, it's definitely a comfort youtube video of mine to come back to and make me smile.
Or, hear is a thought...Pick up your guitar and play it.
Man, I totally re-lived my first time hearing roll the bones by watching this reaction video. I want to say it was 2014 or 2015 when I first heard it. I could see myself making all the same faces lol. It was pure astonishment. Great video. Of course you know a million times more about music so you can break down what is going on, and I’m just a 20 year hack, but it was cool to hear your take.
Shakey Graves is such a dynamic performer. He makes a "one man band" look cool. His tempo, dynamics, tonality, and musicality are so diverse. He is the entire package.
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I like the fact that half way through you realised you were watching something unique, and just sat back and watched it and enjoyed it.
One of my favourite videos on the internet!
Behind the man....Shaky, Just put out a three segment documentary from kick drum creation "I called the squirliest guy I knew" ....to the evolution from single in an old toyota Corolla to tour bus with a flop, evolving to taking an archaic 600 pound real tape, recording machine, on tour. th-cam.com/video/E0rcaJ9YInc/w-d-xo.html
Dude...I've listened to shakey for a few years now and I was just as blown away as you were when I first heard him. I was seriously smiling and laughing at your reaction for the entire video because I love it when someone gets as excited as me about a new, unique talent discovery! Shakey is just unique all the way around and such an awesome lyricist. That alone will win me over every time!
Finally someone who is not pretending to have a reaction to music
You literally encapsulate the reaction I try to get from people when I show them this song
I've shared his stuff with several people and the response is usually meh.
General indifference, which I do not understand - at all. What am I seeing that they do not?
This entire Audiotree concert is one of his best, harkening back to his busking days in Austin
"I didn't know this could keep getting cooler" - every time I've watched a shakey video.. this is how I feel
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Shakey Graves blows everyone away. Every damn time. This recording is possibly the greatest thing my ears have heard in a decade.
"He is the music..." Yeap. Gave me chills just seein' how much joy Shakey can bring.
Keep it up my friend, the world needs more of this right now.
Same bro
Spooky Wagons!!
...if you know you know, if you don’t then check out “Late July” acoustic.
What a great morning... Little Tommy Bukovac - Session Man
AND
Michael Palmisano discovering Shakey Graves!
My weekend is complete and it’s only just started...perfect!
Another great video, Michael. Thanks!
...I agree that you do need to check out “Late July” though.
T L when I found out about this guy I had to see him live and learn Late July. Took a while but one of my favorites!
Lol the one younger brother was Droopy Wieners wasn't he?
SeanDangerLove
Yeah haha
He was mad because his name wasn’t cool like Spooky Wagons or Shakey Graves! 🤣
T L can’t forget ole soloman doors
Droopy Weiners
When you said, "I love this guy!"
I was thinking the same thing about you!
Here in 2023 lovin on this reaction! So cool & gives me goosebumps everywhere, every time! ❤️🇨🇦 12:48
This has to be the 10th time I have watched this video just to watch the joy on your face discovering Shakey. It takes me right back to the day I first heard him. Sometimes (like today) I come back and watch just because it makes me feel great seeing your Joy.
Really cool to see such an honest reaction from someone who knows his stuff...Shakey is quite an experience the first time, isn't he?
Shakey Graves is so talented. So much control, yet so raw, so dirty. I love it!!!
I saw Shakey Graves live at the Anthem in DC last September. Absolutely amazing guitarist, and he brought around a band to play songs from his last studio album. He's just a classic Americano performer, telling campfire stories and controlling a whole stage as one guy, playing through broken amps and such. He actually had a whole set with lights that, judging from the interviews, he made himself.
Soooo glad he's FINALLY getting the the recognition he's deserved for so long
Love how you went from a music teacher to an audience member! Love your channel!
2:40 this beautiful moment when he stopped covering and just kept listening, simply appreciating his fellow musician's art.
Shakey is an absolute genius, his last album "Can't Wake Up" is one of my favorite albums in years. He has the ability to tell stories and use the music as a tool to convey what he wants people to hear. It doesn't even feel like he's playing music. It feels like he _is_ the music.
Never heard of Shakey Graves until he opened up for Dr. Dog in Charlottesville last year. So freaking good.
Sounds like an awesome show. Dr. DOG are awesome
Caught them at the last show of the tour in Philly. Blew the roof off the house, I love dr dog and it was their homecoming show but they damn near put the place to sleep after Shakey Graves. So good.
I knew I was in for it when I realized Dr. Dog (seen them a ton) was opening for Shakey Graves in Asheville. Was a hell of a show.
I saw Dr Dog open for Shakey at Red Rocks last August and it was an INCREDIBLE show. One of the best I've seen.
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"He is the music."
Nailed it.
When he said "he is the music" that summed Shakey Graves up perfectly
Every person's reaction the first time they hear Shakey. ^O^
Shakes got his start as a busker. Glad to see he’s getting recognition outside Texas. His Tiny Desk is AWESOME. I recently discovered your channel and love your reactions!
Saw him a few years ago open for Shovels and Rope in Charleston SC. Absolutely blew us away. So dynamic with just guitar voice and and a beat up aquamarine Samsonite. Got a standing O grime the crowd.
It’s not often a video fully kicks ass, this one did. Shakey and Michael’s reaction to him had me laughing and in chills. Then getting to the comments and reading the all the love. Damn
Great stuff, man. Shakey has been pretty well known here in Texas for a while...glad people around the country are finally getting to see him.
Shakey Graves is such a great rabbit hole to wander down!
I know this is an old video, but I just came across it... I love this because its basically me explaining how/why Shakey is so great to all my non-musician friends who have no idea what I'm talking about. 😂
As a Guitarist 🎸 and Drummer.. this guy is extremely talented… LOVE IT!! 🤘🏻
Yesss was hoping you’d see everyone’s requests!
Oh I’m always watching :)
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@@thomaskeur4033 Noah Engh
This was so thrilling to watch haha! I love Shakey so much and this is exactly what he does to people-- blows them away and creates instant fans, instrumentally and lyrically. That entire audiotree session is 100% worth a watch, Late July is absolutely insane.
Some VICIOUS vocals
Glad so many have been turned on to Texas greatness!
Dude's the music....couldn't have found a better description of Shakey Graves
It’s so cool to see someone be able to explain this music with words, because to me it’s just magic. This is my favorite song in the whole world and this version of it specifically where he just goes into this groove where he literally is the music. This song scratches an itch deep in my brain and it’s really cool to have someone explain to me why!
I’m not even remotely musically talented and this is my favorite music reaction channel by far. The way you talk about music isn’t pretentious but still analytic. You open the music up in a way that a layman can understand but in a way that is still enlightening. You cover all types of music. This is the channel, fam.
Legend has it he aslo was the camera man for the video
Okay so I’m not going to lie, I’ve been listening to him a bit here and there for a couple years now, he’s in my music library, but frankly I didn’t find out he did everything himself until TODAY. So I’ve been watching reaction videos and I really love this one, I’m not a musical person so it’s really cool to see your take on it because you obviously live and breathe music and man, I can’t get enough of this guy. Definitely have to sub to you now, you’re great! I love the almost nerdy way you break everything down because it helps me learn things I never even knew. Cheers man! Hope he was great live :)
He needs to rename this series, "Trying Not to Fall in Love with These Singers"
I Love how Michael (a great musician) strugles to even play one chord like the song. And he gives Shakey the credit: he is the music.
Yep, he is. Dude's on a league of his own.
My daughter introduced me to this bloke via THAT clip a few years ago. Blew my mind. Still does. 👍
I found this video last night, and man - i've seen the video about 10 times already. The most important factor to me, is the genuine "reacting" - especially the look and reacting you have at 5:34. There is a lot of "fake" and "scripted" reacting videos out there - but you seem genuinely impressed and happy when seeing this stuff and that gives me a good feeling. I also love the fact that you stop the video and try to learn and explain why the different parts are so good as they are.
But i love your honest reaction and personality the most. Please continue doing this. Honesty is rare these days.
Subbed.
Thank you dude. Always!
"Made to roam" is awesome as well!
"i didn't know it was gonna keep getting cooler"
ha - that was cool all by itself!
The vibe I get from this video is a kid on Christmas, and it’s fantastic
Woke up to Shakey Graves on Spotify one time when it was on random and I fell asleep. I woke up and added it to my playlist. Fell asleep again very happy.
its crazy how folk music has made such a big comeback
I had the same reaction the first time I saw Roll the Bones and I don't know nearly as much about playing music. Amazing stuff!
As an ameteur guitar player and long time lover of music..
You clearly have a high level understanding of guitar, so I appreciate your enthusiasm for these guys who make music that I respect and emulate in my own way.
Hearing your excitement validates the love I have for artists like Shakey, Tyler Childers and Colter Wall.
Rock on, brother!
Shakey Graves is all like this with the crazy third movement. Love this band! Glad someone is recognizing their musicianship and writing!
Mandolin Orange, "Wildfire"
Lost Dog Street band, "September Doves"
Benjamin Tod, "we aint even kin"
Second on all
I'm still a guitar novice, and when first heard Shakey Graves I just knew he was something completely different than anything I heard before. "He IS the music!"
Love Shaky Graves so much. My best friend bought tickets for us to see him live a couple years ago and it was one of the best concerts I've been to. Also I think his audiotree sessions are some of his best versions
Wanted to share this with everyone especially you Michael I know you would appreciate it.
Stephen Wilson Jr- '94
Haha your reaction at @ 5:22 is the sweetest sincere love for good music. Love it.
Yesss!, I’m loving this new age folk/country vibe you’ve been exploring on the channel lately... we get so technical as musicians it’s been refreshing to see some artists that are 100% focuses on the soak of the song rather than every note being in tune or playing some “impressive” riff... strip it down to the bones of music
From the beginning of this channel I've been holding my breath waiting for this audiotree session of Shakey Graves hahah
Finally!!!
Just sit back and watch... THATS. ALL. YOU. CAN. DO. He rocked KC last night.... AWESOME!
When Michael begins playing along: "Oh, cool"
When Michael stops playing and leans back to listen too: "ohhhhhh"
He’s revealing his own process of understanding, it’s quite useful to the outside eye!
I just wanna say I actually like when you start & stop, rewind, evaluate, etc.
I met a guy before a Shovels & Rope show in 2013 in a tiny venue in Jacksonville. We talked for a while and I explained I had never heard of the opener. The guy (who had introduced himself as Alejandro) said “he’s pretty good”. We finished our beers and I asked if he wanted to get a good spot with my wife and I. He said “no, you go ahead”. We went and got situated and a few minutes later he walked on stage and opened with this song.
Saw him twice in Hamburg, Germany. He is one of the most enjoyable musicians I’ve ever seen. The band is really cool, too.
Seeing your excitement for the magic on the screen is every bit as great as the talent to which you’re reacting. I love your enchantment for the creativity you’re witnessing. It’s infectious! As a songwriter, I dream of people listening to MY stuff with such fervor!
I ve always thought Shakey was as close to an 18th century painter as anyone in music today. He creates these grainy, vast, and abstract soundscapes that are so unique that they can't fall in any genre. Which makes it so cool. My best friend saw him live at a fair in Indiana. He said that performance will stay with him to the grave. He is truly incredible.
dude, i've seen shakey like 3 times and he is not only a ridiculous musician, the guy is an absolutely legendary performer! between stories, jokes, songs, etc. his stage presence is rivaled by VERY few. the dude just OOOZES charisma.
if i'm honest, the last record i heard was not my favorite, BUT, i would gladly pay to see him any and every time he comes through town because i know he's going to put on a great show no matter what.
Yeah man Shakey is awesome...you need to check out another one of his videos "Late July" this one man band is unbelievable!!!
I've been dabbling with guitar for about six years and I learnt more from three of your videos than the collective total time I've spent trying to learn music theory. LOVED seeing someone react to shakey who can truly appreciate just how great he really is. +1 subscriber 👍
Dude. You made my day. This is why I teach!!
I'm telling you, Shawn James is who you wanna look into next. Either Delilah or Through the Valley. You will not regret it.
Or flow is super badass also
Midnight dove is another goodie
I have been saying for years Shakey Graves doesn't play music, he is music. I'm glad others think the same.
Best One Man Band I've ever heard. This guy is TRULY Great. wow.
Saw a concert in San Angelo, TX like 5 years ago where Shakey played. There was about 15 people there. Legit as fuck to see how much his fanbase has grown! Love that guy!
Shakey Graves - Late July, is a must do.
To see him live in concert is beyond surreal!
Ive seen him….loved him…will see him again. Btw- The top on that PRS is fucking beautiful!