Levon Helm Ramble At The Ryman "Ophelia" on PBS

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  • Excerpt from PBS Special "Levon Helm Ramble At The Ryman" premiered nationwide on August 2009. Join legendary musician and singer Levon Helm as he brings his Midnight Ramble to the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN. Check you local PBS listings.

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  • @jasonherring
    @jasonherring 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    This man beat cancer twice and played with all his heart. You got to love this man's spirit.

    • @wayneiac1789
      @wayneiac1789 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      A survivor and a rock and roll legend

  • @edgali
    @edgali 8 ปีที่แล้ว +179

    Levon looked so happy playing here. That guy was awesome.

    • @raymondmcmenemy303
      @raymondmcmenemy303 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Looks like he's having so much fun doing what he loves. A Legend.

    • @iansmith7122
      @iansmith7122 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Also, he was a really good guy. What a combo!

    • @rileyjones3703
      @rileyjones3703 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Levon showed us the key to success as a musician; Love what you do. That smile beams up any room he steps foot in.

  • @mattking8567
    @mattking8567 9 ปีที่แล้ว +190

    there are not many people in the world who can drum and sing at the same time but Levon was the genius of that!!!!

    • @susant8809
      @susant8809 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      yep ur right dave grohl too ringo but levo was a gifted kind hearted soul peace

    • @susant8809
      @susant8809 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yep ur right dave grohl too ringo but levo was a gifted kind hearted soul peace

    • @susant8809
      @susant8809 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Susan T uhh wtf no more sweetleaf tonite lol

    • @susant8809
      @susant8809 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Susan T uhh wtf no more sweetleaf tonite lol

    • @philipallan1570
      @philipallan1570 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      don't forget karen Carpenter...

  • @TwangThang57
    @TwangThang57 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    No one loved playing music more than Levon Helm. Such joy whenever he played!

  • @RebelChild09
    @RebelChild09 9 ปีที่แล้ว +147

    The Band, one of my biggest musical heroes. When I clicked on this video, I expected it to be a weak version of the versions I knew, because that has happened too many times before... But it wasn't. Levon Helm remains one of my musical heroes. Such a legend.
    I love The Band.

    • @mattloyd9309
      @mattloyd9309 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Not many people left that appreciate good music.

    • @brucethomas3100
      @brucethomas3100 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@mattloyd9309
      Not a lot of people left that can create good music! As Chad Prather said "now they are mixing country with rap, you guessed right, it's crap"!!! Really going to miss Mr. Helm!!!

    • @treetopvideo
      @treetopvideo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      so much great energy here. also should say that larry campbell's guitar solo here is amazing and probably the best solo on any version of ophelia out there. th-cam.com/video/THFW2Qo_m0U/w-d-xo.html&lc=UgzdLykyzn8767XCoPJ4AaABAg

    • @yourmother3207
      @yourmother3207 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah he belted it in this clip

  • @bradlangton1549
    @bradlangton1549 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    RIP Levon Helm you are greatly missed sir.

  • @PeterHyatt
    @PeterHyatt 13 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    after all these years and health issues, his voice is still magnificent! Wow! The band, the horns...all works together so well, but it is the vocals that take center stage!

  • @jpe1911
    @jpe1911 7 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Miss Levon greatly the twinkle in his eye when he plays is golden

  • @paulmolkenbur8540
    @paulmolkenbur8540 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Good Lord I miss him he still brings tears to my eyes He was the BAND

  • @TheHeavensarrow
    @TheHeavensarrow 11 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Grew up as a young girl listening to Levon! I love his voice! I miss him. He was amazing and what a thousand kilowatt smile! RIP Levon..You are not forgotten!! Your music lives on!

  • @ScotchandDry
    @ScotchandDry 12 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I hope people sit and listen not only to his voice but his soul. This man represented music's real spirit. A great man who will be sorely missed. RIP Levon..

  • @MrArchonta
    @MrArchonta 10 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Real musicians like Levon are truly going to be missed if people continue to listen to notes instead of listening to music...

    • @scray00
      @scray00 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I always say if people want to hear perfection go listen to the album. Live shows are “live”and the mistakes are all part of the show.

  • @2soakers
    @2soakers 10 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Drums onstage at the Ryman! Brass section?!?! People dancing in the aisles!
    The horror! George Hay is rolling in his grave.
    And I'm loving it.

  • @carriehollis
    @carriehollis 12 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I had to great pleasure of being at that show. Thanks Levon for all the great music. R.I.P.

  • @bohnstube
    @bohnstube 12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Woodstock, NY will always be truly blessed and honored that the tradition of incredible music and wonderfully rockin' times have lived on through the great Levon Helm, his family, and his friends.

  • @MrHillbilly49
    @MrHillbilly49 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Really miss Levon and his music. He had a way of delivery that just made you feel like you were in the presence of a friend that you had known your whole life. Every show was always casual and full of comfort. Just like Mama's cookin.

  • @richardwilliams4954
    @richardwilliams4954 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My favorite musician of all time...I'm 67 by the way

    • @jpg7562
      @jpg7562 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      1:00

  • @AlabamaAnnie
    @AlabamaAnnie 13 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i agree down here beside Lookout Mountain in Alabama...everytime i get in a writer's slump, i just have to listen to a few of these songs and it's on, baby! it's on! SUCH INSPIRATION!

  • @TheHonudiver
    @TheHonudiver 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a smile that man had!

  • @rockinraydog
    @rockinraydog 9 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    What a groove he had and he had it every time he played. I don't know how you sit still when that guy was playing.

  • @offaxisdude
    @offaxisdude 9 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    the amazing Larry Campbell on tastefull lead guitar....damn !

    • @crosshaven52
      @crosshaven52 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +offaxisdude Larry is surely the best. So unasuming as well.

  • @danieljulian4676
    @danieljulian4676 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Why do the best things always disappear?
    Sad as I am to have witnessed his passing, this song, whatever version he does, makes me feel good, head to toe.

  • @Bubbacat54
    @Bubbacat54 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    one of my heroes.....a great man...........missed every day.........and hardly a day goes by when I don't play his stuff...solo or with the boys in the Band....its all just wonderful.

  • @J2bales
    @J2bales 12 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    So much could be said about Levon. I love how he just gets down to work right from the count in.
    One more note on this video - thanks, Billy Bob... for staying back stage.

  • @josephd5715
    @josephd5715 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    what a horn arrangement!
    Love this performance.

    • @kathym.248
      @kathym.248 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good arrangement for sure. Does Levon and the song proud.

  • @victorrodea7163
    @victorrodea7163 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I discovered Mr Helm and the band late in my life just sorry i missed so much of the man himself in the early days. Still feel fortunate to have had his everlasting love for life...thank you Levon.

  • @bobbailey5072
    @bobbailey5072 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Made my day! Ole Levon rocking from the wild blue yonder. Amy killing it too. Oh my heart!

  • @Dragon-Lady
    @Dragon-Lady 12 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm in awe. Incredible music. Incredible voice. This is MUSIC!

  • @grahamclews
    @grahamclews 12 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    His voice is so great in this clip.. what an amazing recovery.. Long may he run

  • @rmf8v
    @rmf8v 12 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Rest in peace, Levon. What a legend. Still rocking at 70 and beyond. Awesome. Thanks for the music.

  • @lkreusling
    @lkreusling 12 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Sitting here crying - but thankful I got to see this great musician several times in concert. Thank you for the music.

  • @baberoot1998
    @baberoot1998 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Levon Helm...the nicest guy in music. Miss him.

  • @solanjiboy
    @solanjiboy 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    the crowds reaction when he started the song gave me goosebumps

  • @theresaloos1485
    @theresaloos1485 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Levon is in my soul, I hear his voice and I am happy. RIP you are missed.

  • @allanbarsness6076
    @allanbarsness6076 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love this

  • @mattking8567
    @mattking8567 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    soooooo great!!!!

  • @lisalee84
    @lisalee84 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What I wouldn't give to just give Levon a hug of thanks. Can you believe I came to The Band Party just in the last year? What great music. Such a beautiful soul. Oh. Love. Oh, sadness.

  • @prgvidiot
    @prgvidiot 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How many times can I like this ?
    Once is plenty.
    Thank You Leon.

  • @kalliewhatever899
    @kalliewhatever899 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wish I could "like" more than once!!

  • @paulmolkenbur8540
    @paulmolkenbur8540 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man l sittin here in tears l really miss him and the band therel'll never be another

  • @joshuameighan344
    @joshuameighan344 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a sad loss to the world but what a legacy he left the amazing Levon Helm God Bless you 🎼🎼🎼🎼

  • @pedrodiaz5540
    @pedrodiaz5540 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Second to none !!! , God speed Levon Helm ... And thank you very very much

  • @danielgabalski2312
    @danielgabalski2312 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love that man. A good soul right there.

  • @hunterjoe805
    @hunterjoe805 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of my all time favorites. His music will last forever.

  • @pac401
    @pac401 12 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The look of pure joy these folks have while playing this song will be my lasting memory of Levon.

  • @unhooked25
    @unhooked25 11 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Levon Helm was a great musician as well as a good actor.

  • @bobbylist1
    @bobbylist1 10 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Such a great talent. RIP

  • @Laverdadduele1
    @Laverdadduele1 12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    RIP Levon Helm. Thank you for the great music.

  • @Thomasbox180
    @Thomasbox180 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Smiling and crying my eyes out. Thanks Levon.

  • @tcknapp1984
    @tcknapp1984 11 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I smiled from start to end... what a great video. RIP Levon

  • @pattyt.5253
    @pattyt.5253 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Every time Levon sat at those drums with the Band, it makes my heart melt.. Will love him 4 ever, RIP

  • @richardblock2458
    @richardblock2458 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What a way to go out! Best singing drummer ever.

  • @timothythomas9906
    @timothythomas9906 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Missed but not forgotten

  • @51farrelli
    @51farrelli 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely great !!!

  • @finnavx
    @finnavx 10 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    still has a great voice this late in his life

    • @finnavx
      @finnavx 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      still going great at this age

  • @repairedham
    @repairedham 13 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gosh, I loved The Band! This is priceless!

  • @sunglowrosky
    @sunglowrosky 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love you Levon. Thank you so much. Bless you and family.

  • @timshelley8635
    @timshelley8635 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome! Legend!

  • @Luke-pd7xj
    @Luke-pd7xj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man he was still rocking it at that age!! What an awesome dude👑

  • @RoryMacD53
    @RoryMacD53 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The reason I play drums... Thank you. RIP Levon.

  • @JEBBADYAH
    @JEBBADYAH 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    RIP Levon 💔 your spirit will never die ❤🎶🥁🥀🕊️🕯️🙏

  • @guitarharryf
    @guitarharryf 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite song...thank you Levon!

  • @SweetParadise68
    @SweetParadise68 8 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    The ultimate "fuck you" to throat cancer.

    • @herbo45
      @herbo45 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sad to say ... smoking for years doesn't help prevent the beast ... I know.

    • @fartknocker8363
      @fartknocker8363 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Please you assholes.....the whole point of The Band was to ? shit. It was Dylan's band for god's sake.

  • @jeremiahjamsband
    @jeremiahjamsband 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is so inspiring ❣️❣️❣️ Thank you for sharing 🙌 We love you LEVON🙌🎶❣️

  • @Glitch5222
    @Glitch5222 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I absolutely love the tone of that trumpet. All of the horns really. They play so well during the simultaneous sections. Beautiful.

  • @jettstap
    @jettstap 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pure joy

  • @TallTiger11
    @TallTiger11 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was at this show. I think tickets were $30. LOL. Priceless.

  • @merseywhogirl
    @merseywhogirl 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant performance eh!! miss him, but his music and spirit will live forever!!

  • @danielhaggerty7209
    @danielhaggerty7209 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had the Blessing of Seeing The Band once and 2 Midnight Rambles.. Ashes of Laughter, The Ghost is clear, why do THE BEST THINGS always Disappear......

  • @nomadmel
    @nomadmel 10 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    No words necessary on this one.....

  • @austinporetz3123
    @austinporetz3123 10 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Great voice throughout his whole life. Never met the guy but in every video you watch of the guy one can tell how much heart and soul Levon helm has. Bet he was a great guy, know he was a great musician!

    • @thomasweldon8935
      @thomasweldon8935 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      he almost lost the voice to cancer, he fought through it and came back.

  • @sywyj1
    @sywyj1 12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    great video - I feel so bad that I never made it to Levon Helm's Midnight Ramble.
    RIP Levon Helm - you will be truly missed. I love all of your different bands and sounds.
    God bless you and your family. Godspeed

  • @cliffhobie
    @cliffhobie 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Levon continues to and always will rock!

  • @alexdesslin
    @alexdesslin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great session !

  • @scottward3666
    @scottward3666 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I keep coming back!!!!

  • @RichardHBlumberg
    @RichardHBlumberg 12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    God Bless you Levon! You will always be a legend among legends! RIP!

  • @klawrence738
    @klawrence738 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    RIP. You left us with some great music. Thank you....

  • @RickBeligni
    @RickBeligni 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Spellbinding!❤️

  • @macchriss
    @macchriss 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    that sends chills up my spine!

  •  8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Unbelievable! Good god! I'll regret never having seen Levon at one of his Rambles for the rest of my days. :(

  • @FredMitchell
    @FredMitchell 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could not have been said better! I have always been impressed with his. music.He had "Style with a Smile" and always made me feel good!
    .

  • @peterchapman1591
    @peterchapman1591 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A musical inspiration and true genius :)

  • @evaadams8298
    @evaadams8298 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an artist Levonnnnnn!!!

  • @pattybips5519
    @pattybips5519 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Always in our ❤️'s

  • @yhoov
    @yhoov 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love & miss this guy!

  • @dominicfigueiredo2467
    @dominicfigueiredo2467 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is some great horn blowing

  • @herbo45
    @herbo45 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There was only one Levon Helm. That music is long gone sad to say. God bless Levon.

  • @martinsbriglio8948
    @martinsbriglio8948 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m glad we can still
    Listen and see this genius on video …

  • @Skibumpoet
    @Skibumpoet 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Levon.

  • @Sbamabelle
    @Sbamabelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    one of my favs and just a fun song!

  • @39KHall
    @39KHall 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gorgeous tone on that Gibson. Great performance by all hands. Gonna have to pull out Ramble at the Ryman for another listen.

  • @jeffrysteinberg7572
    @jeffrysteinberg7572 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    doesn't get any better than this!!!

  • @chandravene
    @chandravene 12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video/audio quality.....Thanks for posting. RIP Levon. Singin' & drummin' at the same time is a true talent. Join Danko & Manuel up there & get back to playin'.

  • @calliope451
    @calliope451 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    this was my first Ramble At The Ryman". i got my tickets a couple weeks ago for this years which was supposed to be Sunday, May 6. i will cherish my memories of this Great Man and Musician all my days. i pray his final journey is filled with love and respect and that he's allowed to pass over with the dignity he deserves...Godspeed Levon

  • @jkajje2945
    @jkajje2945 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love his smile

  • @ILikeStyx
    @ILikeStyx 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video showcasing whatsoon be known as his his "later years". I'm so glad I was introduced to the music he has made.

  • @letsif
    @letsif 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pure joy.

  • @MichaelSSmith-hs5pw
    @MichaelSSmith-hs5pw 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Levon is a god here in NW Arkansas.

    • @robertschneider8515
      @robertschneider8515 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      even a little further south, in the valley

    • @MichaelSSmith-hs5pw
      @MichaelSSmith-hs5pw 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@robertschneider8515
      Yep, all over Arkansas really.👌

  • @landcrusher909
    @landcrusher909 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of the Greats !

  • @lancemiller4647
    @lancemiller4647 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a great tune. What a great person, singer & entertainer..