LEON REDBONE - SHINE ON HARVEST MOON

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  • @lawrencegenereux8567
    @lawrencegenereux8567 ปีที่แล้ว +295

    Leon Redbone was the musical equivalent of a flying saucer. You could see him, but nobody really knew where he was from, or had any details about him. He was fascinating and mysterious, all at the same time. Everyone was amazed, but everyone was mystified. Possibly the last "original" musician we will ever have. Whoever you really were sir, I salute you.

    • @philliphoward7455
      @philliphoward7455 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      My first impression of him and a lasting one might I add, was he sounded like an old black singer with no teeth. However, I loved his uniqueness and will miss not only him but the old time sound of his band. They were truly one of a kind.
      RIP

    • @sfopaladin2661
      @sfopaladin2661 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I enjoyed your comment. Straight to the point.
      Another artist that was also unique was Jim Croce. Sadly, he left us too early. I guess they needed him upstairs.

    • @lawrencegenereux8567
      @lawrencegenereux8567 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@sfopaladin2661 I always enjoyed and admired Jim Croce. We were blessed to have artists like Jim and Leon.

    • @sfopaladin2661
      @sfopaladin2661 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@lawrencegenereux8567 ... Those of us that remember those 2 are very fortunate. We can only thank TH-cam and musical recordings to cherish their memories. Truly those 2 are one of a kind. The mold was broken. Lets hope that someone similar will rise up from the ashes.
      May they RIP both of them.

    • @lawrencegenereux8567
      @lawrencegenereux8567 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sfopaladin2661 Agreed 100%.

  • @touco9077
    @touco9077 ปีที่แล้ว +228

    Leon was an incredible talent, us old timers miss you Leon Redbone

    • @raymondst.pierre4372
      @raymondst.pierre4372 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Me too, and so do my younger brothers.

    • @billygoatct
      @billygoatct 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      And us young timers also....🐐

    • @BrigidaRuffo-x7j
      @BrigidaRuffo-x7j 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      We youngsters miss him too

  • @Femsa2012
    @Femsa2012 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    I saw him at a live concert years ago in a small venue. He was a virtuoso guitarist and he just lazily crooned a bunch of old American songbook hits to a mesmerized audience. I first saw him I think it was in 1975 the first year of Saturday Night Live. He might've been the musical guest on their first show. I remember being fascinated by him and I was only 12 at the time. I'd never seen anyone like him and I've never seen anyone like him since then. A true original.

    • @erickim2025
      @erickim2025 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      One of a kind , I remember him fondly ❤ 😊

    • @spitfire155k2
      @spitfire155k2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Wow, you told my story! Saw him as well on SNL!

    • @tomfilipiak3511
      @tomfilipiak3511 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Great,musician ,singer,gets down to your soul!I am 75,and saw him,back in the 70s,Unbelievable!

    • @oldfarmer9004
      @oldfarmer9004 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      We saw him open for George Carlin. He was sitting on a chair in front of a large sheet like thing that silhouetted a bass player behind it. Like you say he just sang old songs and it was fantastic! (George Carlin was hilarious.)

    • @davidblackburn3396
      @davidblackburn3396 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Not the first SNL, that was Billy Preston, but one of the first. He was great!

  • @steelheart4148
    @steelheart4148 4 ปีที่แล้ว +348

    One of the coolest guys ever. Didn't pander to the tasteless and brainless public. Played great and timeless music. RIP pal.

    • @flyerbob124
      @flyerbob124 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      First heard him in the tonight show and have been a fan ever since. RIP Leon

    • @iusedyourtowel6765
      @iusedyourtowel6765 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Except for that tasteless and brainless sitcom theme song he did. But other than that, I'm sure he didn't pander at all.

    • @lewishorton8353
      @lewishorton8353 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well said

    • @johnnyrasputin4819
      @johnnyrasputin4819 ปีที่แล้ว

      He really was a legend! His music was unique, and fantastic! sorry.. 😁

    • @francescomariamartorana4418
      @francescomariamartorana4418 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ❤️🌷 Possa riposare nella Pace del Buon Dio 🧡

  • @thisbabyboomer
    @thisbabyboomer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +221

    No other musician ever came close to his unique voice and style. I still love it in 2020.

    • @BlackStar-tx5ui
      @BlackStar-tx5ui ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Don Williams

    • @southtxblues
      @southtxblues ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I find myself singing Big Time Woman to myself when working.... Had the pleasure of seeing him perform in person. Unforgettable!

    • @BCAD01
      @BCAD01 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Still loving it in 2023!!

    • @billyshannon6148
      @billyshannon6148 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I also still miss it in ‘23

    • @iamurstill3555
      @iamurstill3555 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      and in 2024

  • @buddymartin3609
    @buddymartin3609 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    I saw Redbone in the 70's. He was 70 for 70 years.

  • @robertodebeers2551
    @robertodebeers2551 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    This is who I want to be when I grow up.

  • @marstondavis
    @marstondavis ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Aren't we lucky to be living in this age where we can dial up his music anytime and anyplace?

    • @regviewer
      @regviewer ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I'm ashamed to say that this 71 yr old in UK has only tonight discovered him by chance from a TH-cam mixed playlist....lovely relaxed style and sad to read he passed away far too young at 69. I gotta lotta listnin' to do and lookin' forward to it 😎

    • @MariePommer
      @MariePommer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I was fortunate to attend Leon's Performances twice. Met him both times and he signed my Album.

    • @xxvvkx9312
      @xxvvkx9312 15 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

      ​@@MariePommer:
      Wow!!!🤩👍

  • @TroelsNybo1st
    @TroelsNybo1st 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    I must confess having forgotten about Redbone. Thanks for the joyful reminder.

  • @bewareofchild2462
    @bewareofchild2462 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    My dad used to listen to Leon Redbone and watch him whenever possible on TV. I always wondered if he was actually Peter Sellers playing an instrument and singing that well. Thanks Leon Redbone. Thanks for the upload.

  • @tomsmith5216
    @tomsmith5216 3 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    Leon Redbone was the coolest most laidback musician ever. Love his music!!

    • @niccymak8243
      @niccymak8243 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And what a band! Everyone totally sympathtic with what he's doing.

  • @sharonfurlong6939
    @sharonfurlong6939 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I had the pleasure and honor of seeing him numerous times at the State University of New York at Buffalo....where we showered love on him. and he kept coming back! this was in the early 70's. he was timeless then and still is. Flow on wherever you are, dear man!

    • @nobodynoone2500
      @nobodynoone2500 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Weird how we may never have heard of him had his parents not been forcefully displaced by the illegitimate state of "israel" in 1948.

  • @richardc8738
    @richardc8738 5 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    I’m a classical music guy, but Leon Redbone hit all the musical buttons for me. My favourite Christmas album is and always be his Christmas Island. A great artist who was a gift to us all.

    • @xxvvkx9312
      @xxvvkx9312 15 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      I love his song "That old Christmas Moon" 🎄💖💫

  • @Murphis55
    @Murphis55 5 ปีที่แล้ว +214

    One of the last true gentleman performers with a great gravely voice. Sounds like mint juleps and sunny afternoons. He’ll be missed. ❤️😢✌️

    • @davemoyer2025
      @davemoyer2025 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      RiP Leon Redbone have listened to you for years and will until we meet on the other side

    • @oscarwshbrn
      @oscarwshbrn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      What gravel? Gravel implies a natural roughness. His voice is smooth like butter!

    • @theherbpuffer
      @theherbpuffer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He was majorly influenced by Mississippi John hurr

    • @Wotsitorlabart
      @Wotsitorlabart 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@theherbpuffer
      And Bing Crosby. No, really.

    • @victorwaddell6530
      @victorwaddell6530 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Leon Redbone is cooler than a cucumber in April .

  • @terripetrovits4517
    @terripetrovits4517 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    Still adore him in 2024, and always will. Sorely missed

  • @oneolddog8809
    @oneolddog8809 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I discovered Leon in the sixties,not tired of him yet. RIP Leon, I know you brought your walking stick along.😎

  • @draoi
    @draoi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +173

    I dig this guy. I first saw him perform on Saturday Night Live and was mesmerized without really knowing why. The voice, the hat, the glasses, the pose... way too cool.

    • @quinnrollen
      @quinnrollen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I remember that- Did the same for me.. Smoothly jamming with amazing ease.

    • @6eemerrich
      @6eemerrich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Same here.

    • @TomTom-xp2jb
      @TomTom-xp2jb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Such style and of course, class! One of a kind for sure. 🌛🌝🌜

    • @harydogers8929
      @harydogers8929 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Saw him in Santa Cruz about 30 years ago ('78 or '79) with Tom Waits. Magic night even for Santa Cruz back then!

    • @draoi
      @draoi ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@harydogers8929 How could it not be? Two giants!

  • @williambeaumont1312
    @williambeaumont1312 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is America. Music from the twenties dance era. Truly the greatest.

  • @susansname
    @susansname 5 ปีที่แล้ว +271

    Shine on. Thank you for the music and Rest In Peace.

  • @gluce
    @gluce 5 ปีที่แล้ว +395

    R.I.P, Leon. You went out as you lived, with wit and style.

    • @hankdagmar2167
      @hankdagmar2167 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      How do you die with wit and style?

    • @georgewright1158
      @georgewright1158 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@hankdagmar2167 You live 'til you're 127.

    • @gluce
      @gluce 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@hankdagmar2167
      “It is with heavy hearts we announce that early this morning, May 30th, 2019, Leon Redbone crossed the delta for that beautiful shore at the age of 127,” it read. “He departed our world with his guitar, his trusty companion Rover, and a simple tip of his hat. He’s interested to see what Blind Blake, Emmett, and Jelly Roll have been up to in his absence, and has plans for a rousing sing along number with Sári Barabás."
      variety.com/2019/music/news/singer-leon-redbone-dies-at-69-1203229012/

    • @hankdagmar2167
      @hankdagmar2167 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gluce Where are you idiots getting 127 from?

    • @swilkobarfingtoniii1642
      @swilkobarfingtoniii1642 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@hankdagmar2167 How old was your sense of humour when it passed away? We mourn for the loss... RIP.

  • @KathrynRose-schultz-qs6qw
    @KathrynRose-schultz-qs6qw ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Loved this man’s music for many many many years! He is priceless!

  • @l8birlgirl
    @l8birlgirl 5 ปีที่แล้ว +214

    RIP Leon, you expanded my musical world as a teenager and I loved you ever since 💔

    • @peterzang
      @peterzang 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Merri Miles I first saw him opening for John Prine in 1973. He was something special from the start.

    • @spikespa5208
      @spikespa5208 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      First saw him on SNL in the '70's. Been a fan ever since.

    • @fredcarani6764
      @fredcarani6764 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Saw him at Oregon State University with my future wife in 1975. Bought his album that night and still have it. Only a handful of people were there so it was like he was singing to us personally.

    • @ArtofFreeSpeech
      @ArtofFreeSpeech 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I was lucky enough, in 1983, to get to party with the dude at Bethany College in WV. He was such a smooth, cool dude, to want to party with a bunch of teenagers.

    • @fjorddriver
      @fjorddriver ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. Same here.❤

  • @jdspence7281
    @jdspence7281 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Saw him in a small church venue accompanied by a pianist absolutely loved it sits in my memory so well.

  • @loosecannon7060
    @loosecannon7060 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Two of the coolest guys to ever hit the stage; Leon Redbone and Dr. John

  • @boomerguy9935
    @boomerguy9935 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I've always liked him and his music, not sure why. He was hypnotizing. His music relaxes the soul.😊

  • @patearly9492
    @patearly9492 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    No one cooler than Leon God bless Leon and everyone

  • @cynthiahawkins2389
    @cynthiahawkins2389 8 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    This guy always sounds as if he has been transported from another era, and how delightful that his music takes us right along!!!

    • @rontalley2
      @rontalley2 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I love this man. You are so right and I fully agree.
      Ron

    • @Sam53148
      @Sam53148 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I like how he uses very little expression when he sings, unlike the way todays artists sing.

    • @doughaak7407
      @doughaak7407 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Most singers make funny faces because they have to go to the bathroom.

  • @ZippyThePinhead
    @ZippyThePinhead 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I have NO idea what he played, but in the first season or two he was on SNL, and I still remember seeing him to this day. He was such a cool, and unique guy I couldn't help by be impressed by his style. 50 plus years later I still love his vocals, and music.

    • @xxvvkx9312
      @xxvvkx9312 15 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Same!

  • @spazimdam
    @spazimdam 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Leon Redbone is fantastic. I saw with him with my dad in the late 70s and it was one of the best concerts I have ever seen. He was funny, and so musical, and so cool! He had a backup band of tuba, banjo, violin, clarinet and a small trap drum set and it was blowaway. They don't make 'em like Leon anymore!

  • @barcrrt850
    @barcrrt850 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Everything about this man is classic. Love love love his music!

  • @TheRickMilano
    @TheRickMilano 6 ปีที่แล้ว +243

    Legend..Absolutely love this guy. Used to play at Seville Quarter in Pensacola Florida. I was 9 then. Would hang at the restaurant after school cause my dad was the Manager, I think, or one of the managers, not sure, Seville Quarter was huge. The Tokens, Swinging Medallions, Leon. They used to eat holiday meals at our house. Legends. We were blessed to have known them all. And boy Leon at a table of people..Ha, thats fun. Same as he was on stage. So much love and respect to Leon! You influenced my world man. Shine on brother.

    • @MARYANNE269
      @MARYANNE269 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Wow! That's soo cool! X sorry for your loss x

    • @michaelsmith7982
      @michaelsmith7982 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      RickMilano about what year? I'm from Fort Walton Beach

    • @michaelsmith7982
      @michaelsmith7982 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      RickMilano I love Leon Redbone, sad to lose him. And Dr John in the same week :-(

    • @johnr8820
      @johnr8820 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Seville is a cool place! Thanks for some history I didn't know about it. I love Pensacola.

    • @stevekleinrichert9209
      @stevekleinrichert9209 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This is where I saw him perform - great, class act and so uniquely Leon

  • @themaineguys-avirtualmusic9265
    @themaineguys-avirtualmusic9265 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Redbone equaled cool, rhythms of Chicago, and the beautiful baritone voice that he had. Nice sunglasses too.

  • @RalphOnofrio
    @RalphOnofrio 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    There will never be anybody as cool as Leon.

  • @stevecole3192
    @stevecole3192 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I was privileged enough to see you play live three times Leon and believe me sir, so are sadly missed. I know you and God are singing Harvest Moon and Diddy Wa Diddy all the time. Blessings from Kansas!

  • @Jen-Wilson
    @Jen-Wilson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I first heard this wonderful mans music in Montreal ... an old boy called Benoit sat in his loft, chain smoking at his huge table listening to Leon Redbone on loop...Whenever we went to visit, Leon was playing and Benoit was sat at his table. Such a vivid beautiful memory. I cant ever listen to it now without seeing Benoit sat at his table :) Lord thank the wonderful musicians of this world, Leon is up there with the best

    • @EricKenneth-zr3yh
      @EricKenneth-zr3yh 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah so true, Jen hope you doing good….?

  • @madeleinehague648
    @madeleinehague648 7 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    'Love this man. Apparently, he has retired, but I was lucky to see him three times. He signed a CD for my Mom (85) and drew a martini with olive beside his signature! How did he know that was Mom's favourite cocktail? A unique man, with a unique sense of humour, who stayed firmly in the 1920's and 30's and we're glad he did.

    • @johannesdanske1167
      @johannesdanske1167 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The bee's knees indeed.

    • @jeffreylesitsky1327
      @jeffreylesitsky1327 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He did the same for me when I saw him at the Sellersville Theater

  • @michaelbarlow6610
    @michaelbarlow6610 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I didn't know that Leon Redbone died! Leon the world is a lot sadder place with your passing. I remember purchasing your great album "Double Time" on 8-Track Tape Cartridge during my college years and the very first song I ever heard you do was "Shine On Harvest Moon" from that album. When I heard you sing that song on TV, I went out and purchased the "Double Time" album. You helped to keep alive the great, classic Tin Pan Alley songs of an earlier era in music history. Your wonderful contribution to the world of music will never be forgotten. RIP Leon Redbone. 😢

  • @nelgstuart3442
    @nelgstuart3442 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This man was simply a miracle in the guitar flesh.

  • @jackiecomer1309
    @jackiecomer1309 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    RIP Leon. I bought one of his albums for my 75 year old Mother years ago. She loved it and would dance around to the music..

    • @EricKenneth-zr3yh
      @EricKenneth-zr3yh 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s nice of you, hope you doing good….?

  • @Goodfella1960
    @Goodfella1960 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a supremely original, talented man. So underrated. Rest well dear sir.

  • @williamhughes9559
    @williamhughes9559 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always loved listening to Leon Redbone. The old songs he played were the same stuff that my grandparents played on the old victrola they had and my gramaw.played on the piano with my grampaw on either guitar or harmonica. Influenced me with my harmonica and ukulele playing.

  • @Nchinc
    @Nchinc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Got the feeling to listen to this beautiful song again in several years and just realize that he isn't with us anymore. Rest in peace, Leon; and shine on!

  • @tobyw9573
    @tobyw9573 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Redbone played from time to time at PB Scott's Music Hall in Blowing Rock, NC. -- Memorable performances. Sadly, both are gone except in memory.

  • @heatherk1200
    @heatherk1200 5 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    30th May 2019 - thank you Leon. I hope you were met by those you love on the otherside.

  • @joecontreras5068
    @joecontreras5068 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I saw him in Beaumont tex back in about 81 maybe at a small bar down town-he was awesome, me and my girlfriend had 2nd row seats. Coolist thing I ever saw. He had 3 piece horn section in tuxedos and barefooted. It was so awesome

  • @gregpennell3982
    @gregpennell3982 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A private man and unique entertainer. Thanks to his recordings and TH-cam his music won't be forgotten by those of us who appreciated his talents for more than 40 years. REST PEACEFULLY, Leon.

  • @geo386
    @geo386 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    There will never be anyone who brought back ragtime so eloquently. Leon Redbone, you will be missed.

    • @denicesanders4586
      @denicesanders4586 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He certainly is missed.

    • @geo386
      @geo386 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@denicesanders4586 I am one of the few people I know that even know who he is.

    • @joeg2964
      @joeg2964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well said George.

    • @geo386
      @geo386 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@joeg2964 Thank you I appreciate your compliment. I have his music on CD, so in effect he's still here.

  • @ericsimon9937
    @ericsimon9937 8 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    - Leon is a time traveller and brings us with him on a magic trip to the roaring 20's

    • @baskervillebee5748
      @baskervillebee5748 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I always thought maybe he was found stored in an old Lady's attic in a house in New Orleans.
      Love Leon.

    • @lisadavis3658
      @lisadavis3658 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes!!

  • @captbob3144
    @captbob3144 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    He was one smooth laid back fellow for sure.

  • @thomasstevenson1238
    @thomasstevenson1238 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    R.I.P. Last of an era. Loss of one very unique individual. Thanks for the memories and music Leon!

    • @sonomabob
      @sonomabob 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Check out Pokey LaFarge for a next generation crooner.

  • @grumpyoldlady_rants
    @grumpyoldlady_rants ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such a unique and talented performer. The night my husband proposed we had just been to a John Prine concert where Leon Redbone opened for him. It was a fantastic concert.

    • @nobodynoone2500
      @nobodynoone2500 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Two legends. What an amazing day that must have been.

  • @lbbork
    @lbbork ปีที่แล้ว +4

    When music was music and talent was talent.

  • @karlfisher1864
    @karlfisher1864 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Leon is one of the great ones. Let's make sure he is never forgotten! Too cool for words alone.

    • @EricKenneth-zr3yh
      @EricKenneth-zr3yh 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah true saying, hope you doing good and staying safe…..?

  • @TomSpeaks-vw1zp
    @TomSpeaks-vw1zp 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    A very under appreciated guitarist . He should be ranked among the best.❤

  • @danfarris135
    @danfarris135 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You may be gone Leon, but your voice still flows into my ears like a soft summer breeze. Truly a one of a kind performer.

  • @garyfoos2193
    @garyfoos2193 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I saw Leon at a small club in Rochester, NY many years ago. I was there with a friend of mine and sitting at a front row table. In a break between songs my friend said "Mr. Redbone", Leon responded in that Leon voice with "That's Sir Redbone to you". He was one of the coolest dudes on the planet.

  • @larrytate5605
    @larrytate5605 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    one of the most unique individuals who ever lived, wow, what an interesting guy !!!, no one did it like Leon. love you man,....dave in NC:)

  • @loveistruth5713
    @loveistruth5713 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sitting here on TH-cam strolling through the music of the 60s and 70s. We can never go back. And now I have the blues. Thank you mister redbone. Greatest cover ever

  • @pjkentucky
    @pjkentucky 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Gotta love Leon......no one like him forever. He kept the style , of years past. Thank you Leon!

    • @hollyhock9638
      @hollyhock9638 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You would probably really like C W Stoneking, he's a wonderful blues singer that keeps the traditional style.

  • @ComradeCrusty
    @ComradeCrusty 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This one was hard. God bless all those who grew up listening to greatness. Riest in peace. The Lord took you home so soon.

  • @Nicksonian
    @Nicksonian ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OMG!!! I had totally forgotten about Leon Redbone. TH-cam threw him at me and I almost fell off my chair. Loved Leon back in the day. How did I forget about him?

  • @valgards
    @valgards 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    RIP Leon. From the moment I heard you, when I was ten years old, I wanted to sound like you. Your music was truly beautiful.

  • @georgestevens1502
    @georgestevens1502 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What deep low register that he accesses so easily. Always loved his voice.

  • @irvinslagter8298
    @irvinslagter8298 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    One of a kind! I've never heard anyone like Leon. He has quite the range from low to high and I really like it.

    • @EricKenneth-zr3yh
      @EricKenneth-zr3yh 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah that’s so true, hope you doing good…..?

  • @richardbrucemusic
    @richardbrucemusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    RIP, Leon Redbone. One of the most unique and classiest acts of our time. We will not see your kind again :-(

  • @arthurthroovest558
    @arthurthroovest558 9 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    By and large a lost art. Thank goodness for Leon. Superb

  • @cstoll451
    @cstoll451 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Genius! Great band and great rendition....

  • @felineth56
    @felineth56 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This artist was a real treasure!

  • @SaltyMinorcan
    @SaltyMinorcan 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    My mother sang me this song out in the yard one night when I was 3 or 4 years old. Thanks for renewing that memory for me

  • @agnesbaker1093
    @agnesbaker1093 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Such unique, cool, classy singer😉

  • @100marymich
    @100marymich 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I never heard about him in all of my 79 years … but, WOW‼️

  • @MongoFreddie
    @MongoFreddie 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a voice. There's never been another singer like him and I daresay there won't be again.

  • @lookingtowardsthesun
    @lookingtowardsthesun 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow, he had such a laid back and unique style. My condolences to his family and other fans of his work.

  • @WackenaPlayer
    @WackenaPlayer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Had the pleasure of seeing Leon Redbone on 3 different occasions. His antics and banter added so much to the shows. RIP

  • @timothyfrost8807
    @timothyfrost8807 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love his music, everyone else was listening to rock, and he got me hooked on this great music.

  • @owensound1000
    @owensound1000 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    He was around the coffee houses and pool halls of Toronto in the 1960s. Strange but wonderful talent.

  • @merlinstwin
    @merlinstwin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    There's cool, and then there's ultra cool Leon. Shine on and thank you for the music.

  • @Eric-kw2bv
    @Eric-kw2bv 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Takes me back to the old 78 records when I was a kid. I love this style, an excellent copy of the singers of the 20's - 30's.

  • @tomsortore8301
    @tomsortore8301 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Leon is save for the soul got to see him in concert alot. What a treat

  • @guinness77100
    @guinness77100 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I havn't heard this musician since 1983. Very nice. No one else quite does it this way. Nice to hear Leon again.

  • @davidw.montague5376
    @davidw.montague5376 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    RIP, Leon Redbone aka call yourself anything that suits your fancy. This soulful musician introduced me to the glorious idea that musicians do not have to give a darn about being entertainers. Behave yourselves and goodnight.

  • @williamlindsey4148
    @williamlindsey4148 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wonderful music. There's not much chance of it being produced today with the talent we have now. Maybe someday!

  • @tmrimagery
    @tmrimagery 5 ปีที่แล้ว +249

    Heaven just got a lot cooler. RIP

    • @snarkishone
      @snarkishone 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      true

    • @JLKDOOM
      @JLKDOOM 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You ain't lying friend

    • @ST-xg3gy
      @ST-xg3gy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How so?

    • @aceu186
      @aceu186 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ST-xg3gy Leon redbone passed a couple years ago

  • @TheAyeAye1
    @TheAyeAye1 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So happy I got to see this guy live.

  • @toneman335
    @toneman335 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Leon....you were a great and unique talent...you will be missed.

  • @thekekronomicon590
    @thekekronomicon590 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Creepy this song is going in the Halloween play list for sure

  • @paulleclair8239
    @paulleclair8239 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    So sad to hear of his passing yesterday. A unique voice and quite the character. R.I.P. Leon. Shine on up above.

    • @EricKenneth-zr3yh
      @EricKenneth-zr3yh 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah may his soul rest in perfect peace, and Paulle hope you doing good…..!?

  • @Buddybaba
    @Buddybaba หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Saw him inn Northampton, MA at the Academy in the. Was amazing.

  • @spinmancorner7543
    @spinmancorner7543 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I really miss Leon and his coolness wonderful voice. He was one of the coolest. Never be another like Leon Redbone…

  • @crissbcritters9592
    @crissbcritters9592 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I learned about Leon because of the looney tunes that used him for the singing frog. Had to find this voice! Blown away the first time seeing him.. Not what I imagined! So perfect now!

  • @djhess9060
    @djhess9060 8 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I've been listening to him since "Double Time," in the 70's. None better. I'll never forget finally getting to see him perform on Belmont, Portland OR. By the time we got out to the parking lot he was already there and had setup a bar right there in the parking lot next to his bus! He's just an awesome guy. :)

    • @michaeltooke3398
      @michaeltooke3398 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      he opened for jethro tull in 1972 denver.

    • @fightorflightmode6777
      @fightorflightmode6777 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, he is. I got to meet him in the late 80's during a break at the bar at his show. What a great guy. Fantastic show.

  • @jacksagrafsky4936
    @jacksagrafsky4936 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is one of the reasons I like to use TH-cam, I get to see those I haven't seen in many decades. Thanks.

  • @keldaogg2157
    @keldaogg2157 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Started the video,put my head back, closed my eyes. The smile came on its own. Thanks

    • @EricKenneth-zr3yh
      @EricKenneth-zr3yh 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Nice, hope you doing good….!?

  • @sooz9433
    @sooz9433 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Redbone had the most exceptional voice and he knew how to use it so effectively. ♥️

  • @themyronus
    @themyronus ปีที่แล้ว +4

    He single handedly save much old time music

  • @donnaagee7603
    @donnaagee7603 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Discovered Leon while attending college in the 70s and have been a fan ever since. Truly one of a kind.

    • @EricKenneth-zr3yh
      @EricKenneth-zr3yh 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oh so same here, hope you doing good ….?

  • @dabprod
    @dabprod 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Have seen him live in concert twice. This guy's a piece of work for sure. First time was in a small club, he was literally right in front of us. Second was at Bethel Woods, the old 69 Woodstock Rock Concert location. Indoors, cool, but not up close. If you ever get the chance, don't miss him.

  • @tomfilipiak3511
    @tomfilipiak3511 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He,could hold a audience in a Trance!Who,else could do that!!!!!

  • @jeffwilliams8074
    @jeffwilliams8074 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I saw Leon at the Jewish Community Center in Jax, FL around 1990. It was just him and a girl playing cornet and other brass. I have seen many concerts but to this day, that was one of the most moving musical experiences of my life. I can still hear and feel his guitar and that cornet in my soul. This Bud's for you Leon!

    • @nobodynoone2500
      @nobodynoone2500 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Weird how we may never have heard of him had his parents not been forcefully displaced by the illegitimate state of "israel" in 1948.

    • @jeffwilliams8074
      @jeffwilliams8074 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@nobodynoone2500 Did you have to try and ruin the music like that? They have political forums.

  • @kellyketcham1101
    @kellyketcham1101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Leon! My Dad and I just loved all you shared with us! SHINE ON MAN!!

    • @EricKenneth-zr3yh
      @EricKenneth-zr3yh 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Same here, hope you doing good….?