So far, it's the only version I'm familiar with. I guess I've got some listening to do, and some searching! BTW, I actually have this - on an LP! Boy, am I showing my age.
As always with Nic, it's his underrated vocals that carry the day. His voice wipes the floor with Martin's here, I'm sorry to say. Nic comes down hard on the final chord of the repeated sequence, and then pauses, emphasising the lyrics
"you found out how [bang]... it could be done"
"like some bird of glory"
next to this, Martin's version flows past a little too easily.
But I haven't heard Ann Lister's version. In fact, until just now, I hadn't heard of Ann Lister. Recommendations?
I couldnt find her on iTunes but if you contact my guitar teacher Maurice Condie he might be able to advise. He has a channel here on youtube so check out his stuff and ask him about Ann; I think he knows her.
It's all in the ear of the beholder I suppose. For me Martin has shown a touch of genius by taking a song that sounds pretty ordinary in its original version by Ann Lister and presented it in a way that reveals it's true beauty. Nic Jones is great but he keeps pretty much to the rhythms of the original and doesn't manage to lift it the way that Martin does. Martin has put in a really complex rhythm - just try playing it !!!!!
Hi I would like to receive too Nic Jones version of this song. I have many Mp3 files of Nic's songs recorded in Italy that I sent to his wife. Then she has been able to made a CD title " In serch of" . Hope tio hear from you
There's certainly room enough for lot's of interpretations of such a cool song. I for one would love to hear Willie Nelson do it. Or perhaps Richard Thompson. It's too bad it's not know better.
Just listened again and while Martin's arrangement might be good his singing leaves something to be desired. Simpson is a good guitar player but he tries to wring every drop of emotion out of the song emphasizing phrases in a most exaggerated way while Nic Jones lets the power of the song come through more subtly without coaxing. Just my opinion. I'm not too crazy about Ann's version either and she wrote the darn thing!
Met Martin about 15 years ago at a Martin Gtr symposium where he performed this song. One of the more memorable moments of my life. Thanks millions for posting this. He's truly one of the most underrated musicians on the planet.
Anne Lister IS on iTunes- make sure it's Anne (with an 'e') Lister.
TregannaActor 8 months ago
Martin is the best guitarist imo..
tallpaulmwright 8 months ago
lovely
2wordsm8 2 years ago
So far, it's the only version I'm familiar with. I guess I've got some listening to do, and some searching! BTW, I actually have this - on an LP! Boy, am I showing my age.
carollizc 2 years ago
As always with Nic, it's his underrated vocals that carry the day. His voice wipes the floor with Martin's here, I'm sorry to say. Nic comes down hard on the final chord of the repeated sequence, and then pauses, emphasising the lyrics
"you found out how [bang]... it could be done"
"like some bird of glory"
next to this, Martin's version flows past a little too easily.
But I haven't heard Ann Lister's version. In fact, until just now, I hadn't heard of Ann Lister. Recommendations?
petebeech 2 years ago
I couldnt find her on iTunes but if you contact my guitar teacher Maurice Condie he might be able to advise. He has a channel here on youtube so check out his stuff and ask him about Ann; I think he knows her.
chrissuddes 2 years ago
@petebeech flame in avalon is annes best, drop me a message and i will sent it on
TomRAFC 1 year ago
It's all in the ear of the beholder I suppose. For me Martin has shown a touch of genius by taking a song that sounds pretty ordinary in its original version by Ann Lister and presented it in a way that reveals it's true beauty. Nic Jones is great but he keeps pretty much to the rhythms of the original and doesn't manage to lift it the way that Martin does. Martin has put in a really complex rhythm - just try playing it !!!!!
fleemie 2 years ago
I guess I need to track down the Nic Jones version; I haven't heard it so you may well be right! Thanks for the tip
chrissuddes 3 years ago
i am in posession of an mp£ of the nic jones version, drop me a message with your email in it and i will send it over =->
TomRAFC 2 years ago
Hi I would like to receive too Nic Jones version of this song. I have many Mp3 files of Nic's songs recorded in Italy that I sent to his wife. Then she has been able to made a CD title " In serch of" . Hope tio hear from you
Stefyred
STEFYRED 9 months ago
@chrissuddes it's on NIc Jones; Unearthed Disc 1, Molly Music. Buy the the album you won't regret it...
finchboy100 1 month ago
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Phalces 3 years ago
Great song. Nice version. But the greatest version by far is the one by Nic Jones.
Phalces 3 years ago
Beautiful
Leonmitch 3 years ago
Great song...Genius version, heard Nic, Ann and Martin's, been playing 30 years...My opinions, martin's arrangement surpasses all. nough said!!
Leonmitch 3 years ago
There's certainly room enough for lot's of interpretations of such a cool song. I for one would love to hear Willie Nelson do it. Or perhaps Richard Thompson. It's too bad it's not know better.
Phalces 3 years ago
Just listened again and while Martin's arrangement might be good his singing leaves something to be desired. Simpson is a good guitar player but he tries to wring every drop of emotion out of the song emphasizing phrases in a most exaggerated way while Nic Jones lets the power of the song come through more subtly without coaxing. Just my opinion. I'm not too crazy about Ann's version either and she wrote the darn thing!
Phalces 3 years ago
God bless Martin Simpson.
chipchance 3 years ago
I've been searching for this song for 23 years now! Thank you so very much. I will start practizing immidiately.
duduey 3 years ago
Met Martin about 15 years ago at a Martin Gtr symposium where he performed this song. One of the more memorable moments of my life. Thanks millions for posting this. He's truly one of the most underrated musicians on the planet.
chipchance 3 years ago
You're right there. I'm trying to wrap my fingers around this tune with some difficulty! Martin is a wizard!
chrissuddes 3 years ago
One of the best songs ever written. Thank you!
fingal42 3 years ago
I have searched for years for this ! Thank you so much. The perfect performance of a perfect song.
TARQUIN222 3 years ago
My favorite! Thanks for posting this!
GoddessOfGuinness 3 years ago