The best rendition of "O Death" on the Internet. Haunting in both vocals and instrumentals. This is what talent is all about, even the taking of the macabre and making it touch the soul.
You are the most talented young woman I have ever had the privilege of opening my ears up to. I've never seen anyone play a banjo with a fiddle bow (White Noise). Impressive work, missus. Please never stop. It puts the biggest smile upon my face.
I've always loved this song. I was lucky enough to have Rising Appalachia play it on request from my birthday. As much as I love them, I like your version more.
something about watching you create music is so sensual..i dont mean that in a creepy way i mean just the way you create your songs and piece it all together and your voice is just damn lovely..not everyone can move your soul and heart and mind with just a song....i may forget about you for awhile but i always come back to your music and am just as amazed as i was the first time i heard it
Can this please be on the Game of Thrones soundtrack, or at least in a future trailer for a new season?! This song and the style in which Lauren performs it would fit so perfectly with the storyline of Game of Thrones. Anyone else agree?
Amazing! The verse starting at 2:06 comes through SO strong. I LOVE it. My only suggestion would be to gradually ramp up the backup vocals over the last 30 seconds before cutting out with that final chilling note.
Ugh, why didn't the creators of Until Dawn pick you up? Their version is horrible! I literally searched for versions of this song that does a better job than the game and everything I've found so far HAS been better, but your version blows all others out of the water.
I have watched this no less than 15 times and I force all my friends on Facebook to watch it as well just so they can see what REAL talent and artistry is.
That's her charm; you always get a nice surprise when she changes direction, kinda like catching a sharp breeze on a tight tack, but she never leaves in you in irons.
It is happening again! A distinct, amazing voice, a deep feeling, an elaborated arrangement and a refined instrumental technique joined together in an outstanding performance. A new star is born.
Just told my father to watch this... He came back to me after and said "Yeah... Not too bad...". He had stars in his eyes and his face was priceless. My whole family is fond of you ! xD
pardon my french but God Damn girl you have an old soul. your voice reached in and plucked out my heart. beautiful and eerie amazing mastery of your instruments
What a beautiful version of this song. Thank you for sharing your beautiful voice and talent. A powerful rendition of this traditional song filled with so much atmosphere.
This girl is F'n awesome... this song stirs me in my soul more than even the older versions i hear in Tennessee! This girl Deserves a record deal.. shes better than Jewel and basically any other folk singer ive ever heard!
First came about you when I was listening to house of the rising sun which is a song that has always been important to me . I loved your cover and love your voice . I now love listening to your variety of songs which always evokes some sort of emotion and reaction within me. I will keep on listening ...thank you..✌️😊
What a refreshing antidote to the bland music prevalent today and from someone so young no less. I hope you play in Chicago someday soon. Incredible talent and originality. So glad I came across your music on youtube.
Wow! Very talented, amazing being able to play all these instruments and have a lovely voice on top of that. Would pay big bucks to see her in concert.
Well, I`m not listening american country music at all, but this is beautiful! You`re beautiful, Lauren. It sounds so great! This song hiding some beast of invisible fire, but pure but bitter but sweet fire like the heresy youth. It`s about death, but have more strength to warm our next autumns and sharp winters and some our future spring times! Keep persisting! Wish you all the best. Jeff
Wow, I rarely enjoy these random videos, but this is an exceptional rendition of a really lovely song. Great voice, great instrumental, great soulful performance. Thanks so much!
It's so wonderful to see some TH-camrs keeping traditional folk music alive. My dad is a folksinger (and when I say "folksinger," I'm talking about traditional stuff, not adult contemporary let's-pretend-it's-folk coffeehouse rock), and he's passed the love onto me. So Lauren, I've always loved your music, but when I saw "traditional" in your video title, my love and respect for you skyrocketed.
This arranged is something else .Keeps the same eeriness of the song but feels totally hers.Came across this when listening to Dock Boggs .its a crime i never came across her before but I'll certainly be viewing her music.Love that she plays the different instruments
This chick rocks. Found her from some video about Congolese mercenaries and all her stuff is just awesome!
Same as you guys. Rhoadies rules!
Ah yes, Roland was a warrior
The same
Roland!
Knee deep in gore.
This one always stays in my mind, ten years later even.
I was about to comment just that ! Same feeling
12 years now and still stands true for me as well.
I've come back to this many times over the last decade. It's my favourite version by far. Superb musician. Thank you.
The best rendition of "O Death" on the Internet. Haunting in both vocals and instrumentals. This is what talent is all about, even the taking of the macabre and making it touch the soul.
after all this years i like this version to much, it's my favorite, thanks to much for give us this jewel
Am I the only one on TH-cam trying NOT to favorite every one of Lauren's videos ?? She's amazing !
This is really something. The drumming gives me chills.
Your "first cry, it was a joyful noise." I just stumbled upon your videos last night. Words can not suffice. Your talent leaves one awestruck.
It's quite awsome that she can play all those insrtuments so well and sing with such authority. Well done. Two thumbs up Lauren!
This is hands down my favorite version of this song. If the version we're commissioning for our show is half this good I will be very happy.
This is THE BEST version of the song on TH-cam!!!Well Done Girl!You are freaking AWESOME!!!
You are the most talented young woman I have ever had the privilege of opening my ears up to. I've never seen anyone play a banjo with a fiddle bow (White Noise). Impressive work, missus. Please never stop. It puts the biggest smile upon my face.
Have not watched this in years. Glad I found it again
My Grandfather used to sing thing song when I was just a pup. Hearing it now brings back such memories. Thank you.
I've always loved this song. I was lucky enough to have Rising Appalachia play it on request from my birthday. As much as I love them, I like your version more.
I think this is the greatest thing I have ever seen on youtube. Makes me shudder at my lack.
I've had this in my head for 11 years
goddamn
Awesomely talented sisters!
something about watching you create music is so sensual..i dont mean that in a creepy way i mean just the way you create your songs and piece it all together and your voice is just damn lovely..not everyone can move your soul and heart and mind with just a song....i may forget about you for awhile but i always come back to your music and am just as amazed as i was the first time i heard it
She is truly unique and has remarkable talent.
Na, that's not creepy bro... I'd hit it and she's a great singer.
Absolutely delicious!
This is the best version of this song that I ever heard.
Shes great. So talented, no pretensions. So pleased I came across this.🌺
you have amazing talent i hope you go far
Very nice rendition!!!! I've been listening to folk songs dealing with extreme loss and death, and this one is among the best!
That's talent.....and a looker!
Excellent, i love it.
And finally - after 6 years - this video isn't blocked in Germany anymore. TH-cam signed a licensing fee deal with GEMA.
I hear it since almost 15 years Its such a beautiful version 😮
Can this please be on the Game of Thrones soundtrack, or at least in a future trailer for a new season?! This song and the style in which Lauren performs it would fit so perfectly with the storyline of Game of Thrones. Anyone else agree?
I had to think of Vikings. Would fit there also.
No, I don't agree at all with you. It sounds nothing medieval and, while awesome, it certainly doesn't belong to any of those shows.
That was beautiful.
Amazing! The verse starting at 2:06 comes through SO strong. I LOVE it. My only suggestion would be to gradually ramp up the backup vocals over the last 30 seconds before cutting out with that final chilling note.
Just extraordinarily wonderful. I love it.
If I heard this on the radio, I would shout : "OOOH This is the song that I like!" and turn it louder!
I'm not knocking Ralph Stanley, but this is the best version of O' Death I've ever heard! Lauren you have done an incredible job!
ooh someone thats done the full lyrics rather than just copying the more popular covers
A masterful composition. Someone give this girl 1.2 million subscribers.
Ugh, why didn't the creators of Until Dawn pick you up? Their version is horrible! I literally searched for versions of this song that does a better job than the game and everything I've found so far HAS been better, but your version blows all others out of the water.
duckiezz check out Ralph Stanley's version and tell me what you think
I couldn't stop watching her sing. Normal I tab out when I listen to music on TH-cam but I couldn't stop watching her mouth. It was mesmerizing.
This makes me want to get ready for a Gun Fight.
You wouldn't win against "Ol Death", fastest gunfighter ever been. Been here since the beginning, and will outfight the rest of the world, lol.
I have watched this no less than 15 times and I force all my friends on Facebook to watch it as well just so they can see what REAL talent and artistry is.
She always looks like she's unsure about something when she's singing
That's her charm; you always get a nice surprise when she changes direction, kinda like catching a sharp breeze on a tight tack, but she never leaves in you in irons.
She looks like she really concentrating to me
2 days to shoot all the bits.2 days to edit=ONE SWEET SWEET experience.thank you Lauren.
It is happening again! A distinct, amazing voice, a deep feeling, an elaborated arrangement and a refined instrumental technique joined together in an outstanding performance. A new star is born.
Came across her on a Samhain mix playlist! Lauren def ROCKS!! 💖💖👍👍😎😎
your very talented and you have a really good voice. i enjoyed listening to you sing this song.
Wow!! That 'bout sums it up. Your vocals, your musicianship, blow me away. The video is fantastic too!!
Digging the ambient guitar. Nice touch. Liked.
i am blown away!
Just told my father to watch this... He came back to me after and said "Yeah... Not too bad...". He had stars in his eyes and his face was priceless. My whole family is fond of you ! xD
Wow! This is great. Found on a dark country playlist. Love your voice! Awesome song.
This young lady is amazing. Love!
I love this Lauren! Great Great Great Great Great!!! keep coming back to listen and watch again...love it!
why I always keep coming back to this vid.. Simply just full of pure awesomeness?
Her voice gives me goosebumps, and the style she has picked to do for this song is perfect!!
Talk about multitalented. Really amazing work with this song. Really, really awesome.
A bow across an acoustic AND an electric guitar! Well done!
Best version of this song I have ever heard. EVER! Beautiful.
Honestly this is still my favorite take on this song. Thank you so much for sharing!!!
Absolutely wonderful rendition. Best I've heard ....
Fascinating instrumentation. Just wonderful.
pardon my french but God Damn girl you have an old soul.
your voice reached in and plucked out my heart.
beautiful and eerie
amazing mastery of your instruments
This girl has some talent , you rock Lauren !
What a beautiful version of this song. Thank you for sharing your beautiful voice and talent. A powerful rendition of this traditional song filled with so much atmosphere.
Good god this young lady is brilliant!
Many years passd and im still coming back to this song...
This girl is F'n awesome... this song stirs me in my soul more than even the older versions i hear in Tennessee! This girl Deserves a record deal.. shes better than Jewel and basically any other folk singer ive ever heard!
First came about you when I was listening to house of the rising sun which is a song that has always been important to me . I loved your cover and love your voice . I now love listening to your variety of songs which always evokes some sort of emotion and reaction within me. I will keep on listening ...thank you..✌️😊
I just keep coming back to this song, just simply amazing. freaking amazing.
You are fantastically talented individual..a beautiful song and amazing performance.
Awesome. Love you Lauren.
What a refreshing antidote to the bland music prevalent today and from someone so young no less. I hope you play in Chicago someday soon. Incredible talent and originality. So glad I came across your music on youtube.
Wow! Very talented, amazing being able to play all these instruments and have a lovely voice on top of that. Would pay big bucks to see her in concert.
Talk about talent! I love when people can do all their own instrumentals and vocals like this. :)
Said it before, and possibly before.
One of the best I've fucking heard.
Don't ever stop.
Not even for Death.
Me and him have issues...
Well, I`m not listening american country music at all, but this is beautiful! You`re beautiful, Lauren. It sounds so great! This song hiding some beast of invisible fire, but pure but bitter but sweet fire like the heresy youth. It`s about death, but have more strength to warm our next autumns and sharp winters and some our future spring times! Keep persisting! Wish you all the best. Jeff
Chilling. stunningly beautiful cover.
You're astounding to watch and hear! Never change
You are 'the' definition of musician. Please just keep doing your thing.
This song is an expression of something older and deeper than the language we have to express it. It's good to see it treated with such care.
Always a thrill to see and hear you!
Thanks for your Great Music!
just gorgeous. i rarely remember a song after hearing it once, but woke up hearing this one after listening to it yesterday. hpe you do more like it!
Truly awesome version!
Love this, I can't stop listening to it! :) Great job.
My god...this is fantastic!
So talented and such a great sound .
Haunting tune!
Damn....just damn. You're incredible!
omg this is sooooo goood... thumps up 5* and fav!
greetings from germany
Lecky
What a display of talent. Thanks for this.
This gives me goosebumps, head to toe. Beautiful work!
this is an amazing rendition of a great song, great styling!
Incredible. Just incredible. That woman has talent to spare.
Wow, I rarely enjoy these random videos, but this is an exceptional rendition of a really lovely song. Great voice, great instrumental, great soulful performance. Thanks so much!
Talk about talent... Honey you are going places...can't wait to see what the future brings for you!
I never knew of this song until watching Supernatural . Now i have to watch/ listen to this weekly !!!
Awesome!!! I hope you get a record deal you deserve it. You are a very talented young lady.
Your voice is true and beautiful
It's so wonderful to see some TH-camrs keeping traditional folk music alive. My dad is a folksinger (and when I say "folksinger," I'm talking about traditional stuff, not adult contemporary let's-pretend-it's-folk coffeehouse rock), and he's passed the love onto me. So Lauren, I've always loved your music, but when I saw "traditional" in your video title, my love and respect for you skyrocketed.
This arranged is something else .Keeps the same eeriness of the song but feels totally hers.Came across this when listening to Dock Boggs .its a crime i never came across her before but I'll certainly be viewing her music.Love that she plays the different instruments
PURE TALENT!!!!!!!!!
Fantastic, i love you!