Such a lovely, softspoken man. Apart from his incredible music, I could also sit around and hear him tell stories all day. I really love the fact that his music was so much a reflection of the life he lived. Not a hard-travelling bluesman like others, he was a total homebody who just liked to live a quiet life-he said he really didn't like to leave home. I find it impossible not to smile whenever I listen to his music. RIP John, the world is a better place for having you in it.
A shout-out to Pete Seeger, whose 'Rainbow Quest' TV series showcased musicians such as Mississippi John Hurt, Reverend Gary Davis and Elizabeth Cotten.
Thank you; William Henry Carson, for putting a guitar in front of John. and Mr Kent, for giving Mary Jane John's 1st guitar. and Mary Jane, for giving us John, and Most of all, Thank You John, for giving us your goodness.
Possibly the most beautiful soul who ever lived. So much so, that you would never mind that he started the story 20 years early with a different story, never told the actual story, or played the promised song. 😂
I'm glad a lot of the old black blues legends got rediscovered to a wider audience at the twilight of their careers. A lot of British Bands in the 60,s made a lot of money watering down the blues while they were on the breadline
You might be interested in this ( kenlelen.blogspot.com/2017/09/mississippi-john-hurts-emory-reappears.html?m=1&fbclid=IwAR0T8Btzs0bZfJbHSRJHhmN9OsKX-14f7d_cGWk0voLrlUF5pc76XXpzf40 ) doesn't say anything about the hat though.
Holy crap. To hear him tell the story of his first guitar. What a soft-spoken gentleman.
He sure was. Just a nice humble man, besides being so talented. He's a favorite of mines. Love to hear him sing and play.
Such a lovely, softspoken man. Apart from his incredible music, I could also sit around and hear him tell stories all day. I really love the fact that his music was so much a reflection of the life he lived. Not a hard-travelling bluesman like others, he was a total homebody who just liked to live a quiet life-he said he really didn't like to leave home. I find it impossible not to smile whenever I listen to his music. RIP John, the world is a better place for having you in it.
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Well said! I had the same thoughts when I first found him and started listening to his Music, a true Wonder to the world, especially from that time
I’m genuinely sad every time I think of him really. I wish I could tell him how he and his music changed my life.
How did it change your life?
I would give anything to sit down and listen to this man reminisce about his life and times What a treasure...
Love Mr. John Hurt. Great man,great musician. RIP Mr Hurt. You were truly a gentleman.
I’d like to watch this entire program. I’ve only been able to see bits.
It's on TH-cam. Pete Seegers rainbow quest
I love this man with every fiber of my being John Hurt is the greatest man to ever live
This literally has to be one of the coolest stories I’ve ever heard what a talented cool guy
I love this gentle old man ,and his guitar playing technique is almost impossible to copy ,may he Rest in peace in the Lord's glory.
What a beautiful human being apart from being a master guitar player and singer! So glad you were born Mississippi John hurt!❤️
A shout-out to Pete Seeger, whose 'Rainbow Quest' TV series showcased musicians such as Mississippi John Hurt, Reverend Gary Davis and Elizabeth Cotten.
This is precious. What a story teller!
There is a wonderful magic and magnetism about his singing and playing …such a gentle sound and so original.
INCREDIBLE!!! Thank you William Henry Carson.
..and thank you Mr.Kent,
for giving Mary Jane that guitar
for her young son John.
What an absolute American Treasure. God bless Mississippi John Hurt's soul.
Thank you;
William Henry Carson,
for putting a guitar in front of John.
and
Mr Kent,
for giving Mary Jane John's 1st guitar.
and
Mary Jane,
for giving us John,
and
Most of all,
Thank You John,
for giving us your goodness.
such a treat to have this is beyond rad. stoked!!!!
Love the story. Love how he tells the story. Love the man. Love the music.
What an adorable person.
A million years from now...this will STILL be INCREDIBLE
Loved it. Thanks for posting this.
What a wonderful story.
I needed a smile today, thanks
Possibly the most beautiful soul who ever lived. So much so, that you would never mind that he started the story 20 years early with a different story, never told the actual story, or played the promised song. 😂
Awesome! 🙏
Thank fuck we have this footage to enjoy!!!
I'm glad a lot of the old black blues legends got rediscovered to a wider audience at the twilight of their careers. A lot of British Bands in the 60,s made a lot of money watering down the blues while they were on the breadline
A treasure find
gentle john
The dude in the sweater wanted to jam...I know the feeling
Pete Seeger
@@howmuchisenuf4523 oh! Thank you.
I didn't know his face. He's a fine picker as well. 😃
I always wondered what happened to his hat & guitar after he died...
You might be interested in this ( kenlelen.blogspot.com/2017/09/mississippi-john-hurts-emory-reappears.html?m=1&fbclid=IwAR0T8Btzs0bZfJbHSRJHhmN9OsKX-14f7d_cGWk0voLrlUF5pc76XXpzf40 ) doesn't say anything about the hat though.
Good old John one in a million
yah man
What guitar is he playing there? Not the Guild F30?
There is a free benefit for John's legacy in Avalon next month
wow!
If I had his fingers, I think I could play guitar myself.
Too bad they are way to short!
What year is this?
Found it in the link in the video: 1966
Nobody would know who he was if a kind white man didn’t buy him a guitar…. I love whites! ❤
Is that commie Pete?
Is that nazi Larry?
Pete Seeger, one of the worlds first modern virtue signalers and SJW's.
No, he was a genuinely virtuous man, and did endless good in the world. And I hate pc bullshit and sjws
Genuine virtue/doing good in the world hasn't changed, duh. Now it's called "SJW PC bullshit" to give bigots their safe space.
I'll fight you on his behalf