America-Tin Man by:Cre8ifsage

[bethanysue60]

This is so beautiful! Maybe someday we can play it together. Tried out for Americas Got Talent this weekend in Tampa and had a blast. Played this and the producer said it was one of his favorite songs. Great job! :)

[bethanysue60]

JUst wonderful and I thouroughly enjoyed it.  Maybe we can play together someday! :)

[lilambygirl]

Steven doll, miss you, still love this version of one of my favorite songs sooo much to this day!! xoxo

[Afghanistandawg]

So very saddened to hear of Dan Peek's passing. Just had to run to this wonderful rendition today. All my best to you Steven and everyone 'stateside'. 'Glendawg'

[cre8ifsage]

@Afghanistandawg ...Glen you'll always be 5 stars to me;)

Thanks for taking the time to remember Dan,

My heart will always have the tear of his departure

till the end of time.

Get home safe ok?

Awesome to hear from you;)

[otakuran]

I love this! :D

[Mrventurahighway]

molto bello.....bravo!!! complimenti!!!

[dfl1963]

Just Brilliant!

Wonderful Composition!

[Bullntraining]

I am so very proud and happy that you are included in the Haitian Relief album!...You have been the kindest to me while serving carrier duty in the Gulf, Iraq and Afghanistan...this haunting tune on so many laptops of our Marines and Naval people..and I have listened to it 'TEARING-UP-THE-SKY' at 30,000 feet many times in an F-18 Hornet!...You are the kindest of friends! 'Glendawg'

[DeirdreHarris]

Wonderful as always, almost tear-jerk good@:)

[Bullntraining]

..Oh!...'Stateside' my friend after a long extended tour of carrier duty supporting my 'USMC Dawgs' dug into the mountains of Afghanistan...and so you traveled with me!...and so is this beautiful rendition left behind with 'My Dawgs' dug deep into the mountains of Afghanistan. I so appreciate you and your talent. All my best to you. 'Glendawg'

[cre8ifsage]

@Bullntraining OMG Glen! That is the best news I have heard ALL YEAR! Thank god U R home safe & sound. Words can't explain How proud I am of U & what U have done. To put your life B4 ours is the most honorable thing anyone can do 4 someone & my heartfelt thanks goes 2U a gazillion times over!.

I just hope U R now home for good.

Even though we have never met...what U have done 4 all of us here...a 5 star salute is the least I can present 2 U 4 a job well done.

Sincerely

Steven

Welcome Home

[twinkletoes2217]

Your cover is simply beautiful. It is better than most of the other videos out there for this song. So if you are any of others out there with a vid to this song bow to this man he is pure genius, and for those who have posted a vid with like the retro or mix version, stop all you are doing is ruinning the intergity of the song. Big thumbs up to this guy; he nailed it. :)

[Bullntraining]

Ahhh!..I know my wonderful Mom will be stopping by to listen to this tomorrow on Mother's Day!.."HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY" Mom from Afghanistan! ...and ...'I LOVE YOU'! ...'Glendawg'

[SQDLVR]

Nice! Hey you play left handed Steven? I'm a lefty but play right handed...I'm not a novice like you though! :-) I try though. LOL..I'm definitely enjoying your vids..Thanks guy! Do you take requests? How about a little Don McLean's Castles in the Air?

[Magahlia]

Nossa.... Que fantástico. Parabéns. Uma habilidade incrível com o violão. Boa sorte, não desista, você tem muito talento!

Ps.: Adorei o negócio com água que fica brilhando na frente hehehe

[cre8ifsage]

@Magahlia Obrigado você que é muito gentil da sua parte sab:)

[Magahlia]

@cre8ifsage

Caramba, gentil nada. Esta música é uma viagem a outro mundo. Um show para os meus ouvidos!!! PA-RA-BÉNS!!! =´D

[Aryadna3X6ozzy]

Ah Beautiful i love this song *-*

[Bullntraining]

As always my friend; I return to you for solice and strength....often !..All my best from Kandahar, Afganistan 'The Glendawg'

[cre8ifsage]

When are you coming home for good?!!!

Just be safe ok?

[lilambygirl]

Yeah, count me in...I think I've fallen in love...I've never heard anything like this before. I loooooove America, and damn, Dewey Bunnell would be so proud of this unique take on this song. I'm hooked, it don't get any better than this! S.S., you are a true star.

[JungleDjinn]

Beautiful.

[DeirdreHarris]

Oh! just 2 beautiful.

[gippa13]

in this crazy world we live in thank god we have people like you who can take us away from it all for a few minutes!!!!

Thanks Cre!!

[angeez74]

Just...wow! This is the music from my childhood and never fails to touch my soul. Unbelievable talent!!

[cf3953]

Good to find someone who "gets it." Just beautiful stuff. Keep fighting the good fight. You're too good to lose.

[zraven1717]

fantastic ! do you have cd

[cre8ifsage]

I need a digital studio 1st.

Not enough funds yet:(

But thx sooo much for the comment raven;)

[leedytom]

Oz never did give nothing to the tin man that he didnt already have......and you got it my friend....lots of heart....just great

[AJMora]

Right on! I give you six stars!!!!!!! Love the intro! Just keep it flowing forever!!!!

[schoolgirlscaptain]

Can't get enuf of this rendition... I think I'll stick around another day... Thanks Steve... This gave some peace for, 3:58

[LauriLou]

Almost 25,000 views on here Steve. VERY impressive! Hope it nets you a "break" into the industry one of these days! I'm crossing my fingers for you, ya' know. Love always! Laur

[geminiGgirl]

I'm in love :)

[cre8ifsage]

You are?

Who's the lucky guy?

;)

[DeirdreHarris]

I did'nt think this song could get any better, great job fella!

[jvkphoto]

AWESOME DUDE! where can I get a cd !

[greg068]

MAn that was beautiful!!

[jennieC100]

AWESOME....

[MaxPayne519]

Fantastic job, America has had quite an impact on my playing as well. Just picked up the guitar about 6 months ago but its a blast. If I can arrange anything half as well as you just did in the next thirty years, I'd be a happy camper.

-Jeff

[YourJustiz4all]

I'm convinced now that you are a serious waste of talent. If I knew someone in the business I would introduce you to them as soon as yesterday. This is the best version of this song I've ever seen and you need to really be in the elite of beautiful guitarists. Do you have a CD of your songs? What a talent you are. I just thought I'd let you know.

[cre8ifsage]

Nope...still struggling..lol. Guess no one is interested enough to take me to that next level. But thank you so much for your kind words. In fact I have 2 cd's and I'm almost finished with my 3rd. New songs are coming soon and Tnx again for the support:)

[FeralChuck]

Wasn't sure in the beginning but it only took a few seconds to hear one of the BEST presentations of an absolutely fantastic tune! I felt as if I were flying listening to your score. GREAT JOB!

[cre8ifsage]

Thank You FeralChuck~That means alot to me...and even more that you took the time to say so ;)

[PalaceProperties]

You rock Steve! Great playing bro!

[elainehs]

This is so awesome - I love this song and you did it justice- very moving I could listen to your version all day - Thank you

[cre8ifsage]

Thank you sooo much;)

[shilack2]

that was awesome dude...just incredible

[lilambygirl]

Steven, I absolutely love this rendition....absolutely gorgeous!  You never cease to utterly amaze me. Dewey and Gerry would be honored to hear your version of the song, it is simply mind blowing! All my love-Amber xxxxxx

[cre8ifsage]

Aw thx Am's;)

[cre8ifsage]

Don't forget about Dan;)..he was there too!

[teamrockin]

Hey man excellent job, I really enjoyed your version. I grew up listening to this song.

Thanks

[Bullntraining]

Howdy Steve!..OH!, so wonderful to hear from you and I appreciate your sending me the link to your MYSPACE page and just enjoy the new music you added there!..Thank you for remembering me and TIN MAN always brings me great joy and solace!...All my very best to you from the USS ABRAHAM LINCON...'Glendawg'

[JoshBerg000]

wow, man. that was awesome!

[MallAngel123]

Hi, It's Alicia, I got your friendly comment on myspace and checked out your video. Nice :) I really like the Band America too! :)

[JimDangle222]

wow! that was incredible..i loved it

[phillyisfun]

it is beauitful music.

[GuitarzFromMarz]

Very well done I'm immpressed!!!!

[GuitarzFromMarz]

You just made me grab my guitar!!!!!!

[rawiri10]

YO DA BOMB MAN

[cre8ifsage]

Thanks Paul;) As for the tuning, I just changed the key a bit to harmonize all the instruments in the original~Again Thank You~Peace

[paulzutube]

Superb!! Creative in the way you personalized it. True to the original vibe, yet you made it your own! I like it that you didn't dilute it by trying vocals. Did you use an alternate tuning?? Keep up the great work-the music world sorely needs it!!

[Ducksr1]

BRAVO!! Thanks for gracing us with this rendition! Keep up the great work

[bugaboo943]

wow i wish i could play like that. well im on my way i guess

[tattdriver]

Howdy Steven!.Just had to 'stop-by' and remind you again how very your rendition means to me!..and the many others I have sent to your page!...I have moved! {LOL}..serving on the aircraft USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN in the Gulf and you "Start-our-day"!.."PEACE" and all my best to you!..Glen

[cre8ifsage]

Glen! I'm so glad you're ok:) You need to come home. Even though we've never met you, you bring smiles to us and we need to see yours back home here. Be safe and Glen.....thanks sooooo much for how you risk your life for us...and we'll never forget~Peace~From Me and Laddie Dog;)

[bprett]

I think I watch this video about 5x a day! It's a beautiful rendition--full, spirited, and somehow refreshing and energizing. I get goosebumps every time I listen! You are extremely gifted and talented!

[tssubway]

"5 STARS " VERY NICE JOB!!!

[bobbyb38]

That was pretty damn sweet..What effects are U using?...phaser...flange?..the­y add texture and a unique dimension to the song..good job..

[cre8ifsage]

Just a chorus:)

[stellabloo]

Very Dazzling - and I don't mean the lava lamp - hope you plan to do something with that talent ;)

I am curious tho how you did the arrangement ... was that purely by ear?

[cre8ifsage]

Thank you;)!! Well since I'm solo, I took every every note from the instruments in the entire piece (including the vocal) and played each one in my head. As I mixed the chords, I generously added the best of each instruments notes and this was the result. I added a little touch of "up to date" and~That's it:)~

[LauriLou]

Wow! I'm number 14,335 to view this already?

I can remember when you first posted this up, and it sure has taken off! You know it sounds great though, so no wonder it has been a hit!

:)

[Jen2024]

I love, love, love this song. This is outstanding. A talent agent needs to find you and soon. Do you do any touring? Would love to hear you sometime at a local club, or do you have any CD's recorded? This is so nice.

[Jen2024]

Dewey (and America) would be proud, at least I would think so. This is the cover of all covers. So smooth and nice. Excellent. I loved the beginning, and the very end.

[Jen2024]

This is amazing. Beautiful job, and great guitar work. I don't have any knowledge about playing music or strumming a guitar, but this is very nice and so impressive. This is probably the best instrumental I've ever heard, and of a real classic. This is outstanding. What a talent you are.

[cre8ifsage]

Tnx Jen;)....Now if I could only find an agent...lol

[Jen2024]

If I was an agent I'd book you in some great places. lol. This is soooo nice. Maybe you could join the band onstage sometime.

[stevef1961]

47 and just started playing a week ago. Started with Melissa and now trying to learn Tin Man. Yours is one incredible performance! I can't get a Gmaj7 or a D7sus4 to sound like Tin Man though. Your version... never! Great job!

[vtwintony]

I have never left a comment on youtube but couldn't move on without saying what a great job you did on one of my very favorite songs. Thank you thank you!

[cre8ifsage]

TNX Tony;) very honored~peace

[tattdriver]

OH!..my 'Old friend'!..In 1971 GOD BLESSED YOU with inspiration from this wonderful tune!..Back in the "Gulf" and onboard the USS HARRY S. TRUMAN and introducing so many new friends to your magic!... You carry with us far and wide in talent and in love!...All my best to you, Glen USMC

[cre8ifsage]

Glen...you're 5 stars...6 if you get home safe where you belong. Thanks again for risking your life for us. Still praying this all ends soon and all of you get back here asap;)

[DiniMcGee]

God of covers!

[Cre8ifKayla]

I wish I could play like this!!

[cre8ifsage]

You have plenty of time to learn. And if you want I'll help you along the way;)

[tattdriver]

Howdy Steve!..I am home on leave in Rochester, NY with my wonderful family for Christmas!..they woke me up this morning with your tune! {LOL}!...Just want to wish you "MERRY CHRISTMAS" and your "TIN MAN" goes back to carrier duty with me after New years!..All my best, "Glendawg" USMC

[CKY66]

Wow. Excellent job. You have some serious talent. I wish i could figure out how to play this song.

[rickg78]

Congratulation, you are an excellent guitar player. You play one of the most beautiful songs. Thanks to give us the opportunity to watch your esibition.

[evandroebert]

That's a great song. Congratulations for your talent!

Viva America for ever

Best regards from Brazil!!

[Toncor12]

I continue to enjoy your sound. Please consider doing a video of 'Indian Summer' by America...it has great guitar work which you will make sound like heaven

[Zeppled23]

alls i can say is bad ass! im an America fan as well because my dad listens to them alot. good job man! i like it alot!

[Toncor12]

How can I get to hear more of steve sage's music?

[cambofrog]

I often rate videos on youtube, comment now and then and very infrequenty subscribe.

I have just done all three!

Very impressed, please keep posting your vids.

5*+

[1lawgrad]

awesome

[tattdriver]

Howdy Steve!...USS NIMITZ HOME after duty in the Gulf!...and your stunning rendition of this song now travels on the "lap-tops" of so many wonderful crew members and friends as we separate for different assignments!..Such a gift YOU gave us!..Such a gift GOD has blessed YOU with!!!..With our sincerest gratitude, Cpt. Glen Martin USMC

[cre8ifsage]

YOUR HOME??!!!!....How cool is that?!..Well welcome home Captain. I hope now you can stay there. You've served your time for us and we're VERY appriciated for every second that you made sure we were safe. And nothing could be more important. For that...a 5 star salute :) Thank You Glen~Steven Sage

[SrGoldenHair]

Just beautiful. Will be playing this one over and over and definitely be checking out your other work. I'm sure you do justice to every piece you play. Hope your career takes off in a big way.

[RobCaris]

Hey Steve, Mate the music you play is from Heaven. This is the best version on my favourite Tin Man I have ever heard. I have played all you songs 20+ times and just want to hear them again & again. I am adicted to your sound buddy. It's all brilliant. Love America, have all their music and they been my favourite band since I was a teenager.

I just wish I could get quality .mp3 versions of your songs to play on my surround sound system.

Best regards Mate - Rob Brisbane Australia

[RobCaris]

Hey Steve, Mate your music is special - a sound from Heaven. This would have to be the best version of Tin Man I have heard. I have all the America songs - been a fan for 30 yrs. I have played all your songs - They are all perfect - you are a talent buddy. I wish I could get quality .mp3 versions of all your songs and play them on my surround sound...

Keep it up mate - you are sooo good

Regards Rob - Brisbane Australia

[tattdriver]

Yes!...the NIMITZ still serving in the Gulf!..and you; Steve on more 'laptops'onboard than you can imagine!..For some you are a "lullaby"; others a "wake-up-call"!..Just the most beautiful gift you gave everyone who hears your interpretation of this classic!...My wonderful parents traveled to the New York State Fair to see AMERICA perform...my Mom and Dad had the pleasure of meeting Dewey Bunnell, and my "Ma" slipped him a copy of your rendition!...Dewey still the best of men!..Glen

[cre8ifsage]

Well how kewl is that!!...only wish it could get this long awaited career off the ground..lol. Somedayz I wonder what I'm really here for. Your mesSAGE may have just helped me to get a better understanding of just what it is;). Tnx Glen...it means alot to me. Now get back here safe and give your mom a kiss for me :) peace~Steven Sage

[gippa13]

unfrigginbelievable!!!

[pbelardo]

Nice job!

[hardlines4]

beautiful job from a beautiful song!!!!

[tattdriver]

My "wake-up" call each and everyday from onboard the USS NIMITZ! Thank you, Steve for your beautiful rendition of this classic!...Linked it to both my wonderful parents { on MOTHER'S DAY and FATHER'S DAY } from the USS NIMITZ!..Was AMERICA'S version that was begged for at home {through the furnace pipes}!..shared with the "boots-on-ground" troops also!..Thank you, Steve!..Glendawg USMC

[cre8ifsage]

Thanx GlenD! Come home safe ok? We're all prayin' for you all to come home safe. Steven Sage

[cracksmokervideos]

The best version of the song I've seen. I am laying down some vocals for you and will let you know if it works. Great work, keep it up!

[BMD101]

Off the f*@#ing chart....Great Song,Great Sound...

[baseball7192]

well done, i like the way you play it, its a great tune and you made it your own. great job ...

[servigo]

nice!!!

[aero123456]

Luverrrrlllyyy

[Jeet777]

Steven,a very intriguing rendition of the Tin Man.A fan of America myself my former bandmates & me always opened up with this song.I found myself playing it over and over. Your version is very sweet, soothing & reminiscing of the great decade of the 70"s. You're a great talent, keep up the good work. Hope to see more of your music videos!

[tattdriver]

Howdy Steve fom on board the USS NIMITZ!..I run to your beautiful music for quiet and solace! I miss my 12 string at home! "TIN MAN" is a wondeful tune and we begged for our parents to play it on the stereo when they put us to bed at night!..MEMORIES of HOME!..Thanks for the enjoyment and "keep pickin'"! Glen

[cre8ifsage]

Glen...No matter how good I am on this instrument nothing can be more impressive and honorable then what your doing in protecting our freedom. I'd play ya a million songs if you just come home safe to the ones who love ya! Thanks Glen for putting your life b4 us..and for that no words can explain how grateful we really are to have you looking out for us~peace~Steven

[tattdriver]

"SEMPER FI" my friend Stephen!...You make me feel as though my 12 string where here with me!..My HARLEY and my STINGS are what I miss most!..Have to send your music to my parents at home who so loved the group "AMERICA"!..Such a great group and such a "lullaby" from my "FLOWER CHILD" parents who in their BEST of giving introduced us to guitar!..Your version of this song is on so many laptops aboard the USS NIMITZ!...Glen

[cre8ifsage]

I'd love to hear from all of you and tell us when your all coming home!!!!~peace Glen~ Be safe my friend~Steven Sage

[ecdus]

ilove the song, good for your interpretation, it´s beatiful thanks for all

[schoolgirlscaptain]

I just watched this video over and over while my wife was watching a good case on jude Alex. I was waiting for her to tell me to shut it off but she actually came over to view and listen. This is the best version of this son I ever heard.even better than the original. I played this song over the phone for my wife before we even met... We're married now ,( and I suck !!! ) That just proves the magic of this song !!! Thanks man !!!

[psin169]

thx again for playing and posting your art, may i suggest for future video recording, to capture both hands in action, therefore we get to see your techniques with your left hand as well, thoough it looks really cool with the red lighting on the side of the screen :)

[Libaeklover]

hey there, this is my first text comment ever. had to tell you how touching and beautiful your video and playing were. makes me wish such instrumental interpretations as yours were available for general public in gleaming volumes for all of America's music or Bread's music, etc. many thanks and strum on!!

[fidel1320]

es una composición maravillosa la original, y buscando esa original en youtube, encontré la tuya, y dios, vaya sensaciones más intensas al oir esa acústica, es como ese sonido maravilloso de antes, de aquellos años....gracias por hacernos sentir sage!

[gourbi]

it is beautiful man ! i love that song since it came out .great play .thanks

[wondergirl9847]

That's terrific!

[Gambler92543]

very nice indeed - i am impressed-almost BETTER than the original. keep persuing your goals.

[psin169]

thank you so much, you made a variation piece of the classic that "America" band members would mostly be pleased :)

[cre8ifsage]

awwww!..that really means alot to me, take care and thanks!

[glassheartjg]

It sounds a little different from the original song, but I love the way you play it. I can't quite tell, but is that a 12 string?

[cre8ifsage]

yes it is a 12..thanks for the comment :)

[ThePerro]

I love this song. Do you think you can send me the tabs? I can't seem to find a good set.

[LauriLou]

Man, does this tune bring back memories...

Glad to see you do it for us!

:)