"- this young man came up to me after a show and said, “after all this time, I think it’s great that you never sold out.” I didn’t have the heart to tell him that nobody had ever asked me to." - Ray Wylie Hubbard
I hear ya. I only learned about this guy last October and have been going through some things so it feels very poetic to be able to see him for the first time in Chicago on October. Didn't anticipate a tour ever again, let alone a new album, so suffice it to say I'm pretty amped
I had always casually listened to Sturgill, but it wasn’t until my mom passed away in 2021 that I really dove in. He really helped me get through some of the toughest moments of my life. Thank you
This guy is unapologetically authentic and there's something so admirable in that. The new album is also some of his best work. Looking forward to seeing him perform the new songs live.
The most impressive thing about this man is he could be the one the biggest artists/musicians on the planet and easily become an all time legend but he has no desire for any of that. For die hard fans like myself its what i love about him and also hate about him. Just listen to his old band Sunday Valley if you want proof.
Few people can do that without selling their soul. It used to be a going concern for many artists not to sell out, compromise, trade their soul for loot. These days it seems to be a badge of honor to turn yourself into a shill for all those damn vacuous, tawdry, vapid corporations.
Everything Sturgill does has earmarks of greatness All around you was life changing for me he truly is a one-off what you see is what you get nothing fake about him and will go down as one of the greatest of our time .
okay I didn't know there was a new record. I am 2 songs and this thing already rocks. absolutely stunning mix. what more do you want...first and foremost, good songs. executed by good players, in a good studio with good gear, engineered and mixed by good guys. would not change a thing.
This is awesome and so informative. Thank you, Sturgill for letting us get to know you. I would love to meet you when you come to Salt Lake next month. I'm not a musician but I think him and I are real similar. I look foward to years of Johnny Blue Skies!
Man I cannot get enough of Sturgils music so much talent and debth to His songs. It's a journey and ride rolling along with his music thanks for keeping the music coming,please come out to Tucson. You are the best
The first time I discovered Sturgill was when he was interviewed and played with John Prine. John has a lot of talented young musicians around him, because they recognized his greatness if a songwriter and beautiful soul. Tyler Childers and Kacey Musgraves were also his disciples.
First, what is that tshirt? I love what he brings in his music and how he approaches everything. Just so special to me and many of the rest of us here.
T-shirt says something like, " It used to he 'Wine, Women, and Song' - Now it's Beer, The Ol' Lady, and TV!" My all time favorite beer-joint, Joe and Adeline's Beer Garden, used to have similar posters and calendars on the wall 🤣😍 Or, "Everyone should believe in Something - I believe I'll have another round!" I agree whole-heartedly with you!!! He is unlike anyone else!!!
I swear, I used to play with Sturgill. He is one of my best friends ever. After we looked for over a year for a singer , he decided to try. The next day he came and sang he wrote the night before. I closed my eyes and played and sang seriously for the first time for me. I thought I was hearing the ghost of Waylon. I love him .he is hilarious, so cool, and the most solid real genuine musician besides myself lol.
Amazing how he managed to keep his band and himself hidden from everyone for so long!!! This is a true legend of music period! I’m sure glad I got to hear it for myself! I’m 58 years old and going through something I never imagined I’d have to go through! I absolutely am a fan!(4 life )(lol)it doesn’t matter what you call it he just plays great music! Somebody call Dolly Parton I heard she is doing a lot of duos lately!!? Dose anybody see a resemblance to The Foo Fighters lead singer?
I’ve always loved your music man. Really dig how you got into acting and you were great in Killers of the Flower Moon. The Righteous Gemstones character was funny as shit too.
Thank you for staying true to the art that is real music. Do you dad, there’s many that count on those of you left. We hate the mainstream and selling your soul for fame and fortune. I keep telling people the analog world was the only real stuffs and that digital is an illusion and will never beat it. Best to you sir. Love an old soul……
I first heard Sturgill with Angel Olsen on the song 'Big Time' in 2022 and thought wow who is this guy. Yeah I'm late to the SS party but sure glad I found out about him.
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Shhh, please don’t spook him! I’m worried we might not hear much from him if we make too big a deal out of this 😂
Truer words were never spoken
So easy to root for people who are themselves. Sturgill is a real dude. He'll never sell out to the machine
Make art not friends!!!
What does that even mean?
He sold out for covid and started supporting the war machine but hopefully his fans have taught him to be better now
"- this young man came up to me after a show and said, “after all this time, I think it’s great that you never sold out.”
I didn’t have the heart to tell him that nobody had ever asked me to." - Ray Wylie Hubbard
Actually he’s Johnny Blue Skies now not himself 😅😂
I don't give a flying f*ck what he calls himself, I'm just so damn happy to hear him singing again!!
Amen!!!
This was so good. Sturgill has been an emotional support vessel for me. Seeing him in Chicago. Second time...can't wait.
enjoy the ride, my friend
I hear ya. I only learned about this guy last October and have been going through some things so it feels very poetic to be able to see him for the first time in Chicago on October. Didn't anticipate a tour ever again, let alone a new album, so suffice it to say I'm pretty amped
Emotional support vessel… that’s how I’m describing him from now on!
See you there!
So are we! Can't wait ❤
I just wish Sturgill and Billy Strings would get together and make an album. The World really could use it!!!
Now that would be epic
Maybe Sturgill, Billy, and Jason Isbell.
@@dwellingswing1whoa now - we want to leave reality intact
Add Cody Jinks to that bill.
Way past reality asking for sturgil to do anything with anyone
I had always casually listened to Sturgill, but it wasn’t until my mom passed away in 2021 that I really dove in. He really helped me get through some of the toughest moments of my life. Thank you
"it's not about charts or sales" cannot even express how much I love hearing that
Instant classic. Soulful and pure...
Soooo much soul and purity
Probably the only artist I would spend my money, time and energy to see live!
That's saying something
Best voice in music today.
Has pipes like Waylon
Fantastic interview. Love the new album.
And God, I hope he had a great rest of that press day high as giraffe balls.
Great interview. Glad to hear some of the backstory on the new album. Even more glad to hear that he seems committed to making more music.
This has made my entire year. To know he is writing and singing again. He is so incredibly talented and I absolutely love him!!!
Music is so good! And I thought I was prepared for this interview…But man…I had no idea! I think you totally rocked! Love Sturg and Johnny Blue Skies
This guy is unapologetically authentic and there's something so admirable in that. The new album is also some of his best work. Looking forward to seeing him perform the new songs live.
I’m still appreciative of dood ..
I LOVE DOOD SO MUCH
"Sam" is amazing.
That was as satisfying as listening to a sturgill album
Well done!!
Bless you Sturgill. Cheers from the South Carolina Lowcountry.
I can’t wait to see him at ACL. I literally jumped on those tickets day 1. Life fulfilled.
Ugh I love this man more than words can say. He’s gotten me through so much. Bless your voice, bless your brain, bless your soul 🫶🤘
Well said, friend!! Abso-freakin-lutely!!!
He reminds me of what country/music used to be, he has that old soul feel.
The first Time I listened to the new album I loved it instantly.
I think one of the biggest blessings of my life is that I get to see him live in November with my mom. His music is a gift. He is a gift
Best artist in 40 years! Cant wait to see him in Detroit.
We’ll be there as well. First time seeing him.
Who was the best 41 years ago?!
Hyperbole is okay when you’re enthusiastic about an artist. 😊
He's a real one.
Great interview, thank you for sharing it.
Excellent interview! Keep doing your thing, Sturgill!
The most impressive thing about this man is he could be the one the biggest artists/musicians on the planet and easily become an all time legend but he has no desire for any of that. For die hard fans like myself its what i love about him and also hate about him. Just listen to his old band Sunday Valley if you want proof.
I agree, & thanks
Few people can do that without selling their soul. It used to be a going concern for many artists not to sell out, compromise, trade their soul for loot.
These days it seems to be a badge of honor to turn yourself into a shill for all those damn vacuous, tawdry, vapid corporations.
This is the best thing I've ever watched on TH-cam. Really great questions. I feel sorry for people who don't supplement their lives with Sturgil
Sturgill always reminds me of a young Waylon Jennings. Just love him and wish he got more airtime. Modern Country sucks sooooo hard.
The first time I heard Sturgill on the radio I actually thought it was Waylon! I said dang when did Waylon cover Nirvana lol.
Sturgill fan from way back when. Bring Sunday Valley back please
my first exposure to music was on one of those TV/Stereo Consoles too then I got a 8 track/turntable/radio combo of my own for christmas.
New album is a masterpiece
Sturgill with the truth and big shout out to production and cinematography on this.
I love his music. Beautiful lyrics and the blending of genres amazes me. Love love love the new album.❤
Thank you Sturgill for continuing to gift us with your truly unique unquestionably legendary talent. ❤
Possibly his best album. Sturgill speaks to the soul of mankind.
...if only there were any evidence of mankind having souls...
The album is so good. 🔥
Excellent interview.
Holy smokes, he saw Danny Gatton? Mad respect, keep on truckin' Johnny Blue Skies.
He didn't say he ever saw Danny Gatton, only that he admired his playing.
Im a huge metal fan, though, and through but damn i absolutely love Sturgills music
The new album is amazing! 🔥🔥
I enjoyed this interview - thanks.
I have so much love for this man’s art.
Everything Sturgill does has earmarks of greatness All around you was life changing for me he truly is a one-off what you see is what you get nothing fake about him and will go down as one of the greatest of our time .
he's the real deal. inspiring to say the least
okay I didn't know there was a new record. I am 2 songs and this thing already rocks. absolutely stunning mix. what more do you want...first and foremost, good songs. executed by good players, in a good studio with good gear, engineered and mixed by good guys. would not change a thing.
Good to see a neighbor representing back home the way he does. All love from laurel county
Turtles freed me and Sturgill led me to see John prine at radio city.
What a healer.
This is awesome and so informative. Thank you, Sturgill for letting us get to know you. I would love to meet you when you come to Salt Lake next month. I'm not a musician but I think him and I are real similar. I look foward to years of Johnny Blue Skies!
The new album is amazing I am glad he put out some new music
Sturgill was the last show I saw before the big cough - March 2020…. I cannot wait to see him in October.
Amazing interview! ❤
Great interview with one of the greats of this era. How is the John Prine Porsche doin Sturgill?
Man I cannot get enough of Sturgils music so much talent and debth to His songs. It's a journey and ride rolling along with his music thanks for keeping the music coming,please come out to Tucson. You are the best
The first time I discovered Sturgill was when he was interviewed and played with John Prine. John has a lot of talented young musicians around him, because they recognized his greatness if a songwriter and beautiful soul. Tyler Childers and Kacey Musgraves were also his disciples.
Fantastic! Thank you.
First, what is that tshirt?
I love what he brings in his music and how he approaches everything. Just so special to me and many of the rest of us here.
T-shirt says something like, " It used to he 'Wine, Women, and Song' - Now it's Beer, The Ol' Lady, and TV!" My all time favorite beer-joint, Joe and Adeline's Beer Garden, used to have similar posters and calendars on the wall 🤣😍
Or, "Everyone should believe in Something - I believe I'll have another round!"
I agree whole-heartedly with you!!! He is unlike anyone else!!!
His voice ❤
Can’t wait for the new tour. Gonna be special.
this is absolutely fantastic! thank you.
Well he listens to Danny Gatton and Roy Buccanhan , my respect level for Sturgill just went up a notch
My first 45 was Steely Dan first album was Kansas Point of No Return
Man, this guy has major Waylon vibes, doesn't he?
stop it! let him be Sturgill Simpson
@@hollifield877 Settle down, we're all friends here.
I swear, I used to play with Sturgill. He is one of my best friends ever. After we looked for over a year for a singer , he decided to try. The next day he came and sang he wrote the night before. I closed my eyes and played and sang seriously for the first time for me. I thought I was hearing the ghost of Waylon. I love him .he is hilarious, so cool, and the most solid real genuine musician besides myself lol.
I love him. He has a funk side too, watching him reminds me what a great friendship we had.
I get Waylon and Keith Whitley vibes for sure. Love his music
Lovely interview.
So awesome!!!! Thank you!!!!
You can't pigeon-hole Johnny Blue Skies. Very talented and down to earth gentleman.
I met Sturgill at an open mic in Salt Lake City at an Irish Bar in 2008 or early 2009.
Amazing how he managed to keep his band and himself hidden from everyone for so long!!! This is a true legend of music period! I’m sure glad I got to hear it for myself! I’m 58 years old and going through something I never imagined I’d have to go through! I absolutely am a fan!(4 life )(lol)it doesn’t matter what you call it he just plays great music! Somebody call Dolly Parton I heard she is doing a lot of duos lately!!? Dose anybody see a resemblance to The Foo Fighters lead singer?
❤the heart don't lie..it's a passion that will either die..or ignite
Oh wow!!! Dave from Lynaghs? That’s special! Looking forward to the Rupp Show in September!!!
I’ve always loved your music man. Really dig how you got into acting and you were great in Killers of the Flower Moon. The Righteous Gemstones character was funny as shit too.
That's why he's the man!
Absolutely enjoy everything I have heard from him
Thank you for staying true to the art that is real music. Do you dad, there’s many that count on those of you left. We hate the mainstream and selling your soul for fame and fortune. I keep telling people the analog world was the only real stuffs and that digital is an illusion and will never beat it. Best to you sir. Love an old soul……
I wish I could remember my childhood
Best album yet by Sturgill
A damn classic. The sounds are pure. Gives me peace
Proud to be from KY 💙
One of my first records was The Monkees also! Awesome!
Authentic artist! ❤
I first heard Sturgill with Angel Olsen on the song 'Big Time' in 2022 and thought wow who is this guy. Yeah I'm late to the SS party but sure glad I found out about him.
October Koka Booth in Cary NC... Can't wait
Me too!
One of the only true artists of this generation in my opinion
Looking forward to the Sturgill Simpson biopic played by Jeremy Allen White. Anybody with me??
I can see that!!
I agree I was there with him a long time ago. The Waylon vocal similarities are natural, ❤
Great album! Back to front!
Genius!
Good ol Johnny blue sky’s just tells it like it is. That’s the way it should be.
One of my favorite musicians discovered later in life. Who is here because Watchmen?
More please
Johnnyraincloud here loving Johnny blue skies😅
A modern Neil Young! Thank God!
Sir Buddy! Good to see him
This was great
Sturgill is the Best!!!!
I really love this man.
Sturgill is, quite simply, the man
Dude can do no wrong.
Wow I'm running my phone thru a furniture console lol.