The Avett Brothers make some of the best music available today and this song only proves that statement. Incredibly poignant lyrics and beautifully written music make The Avett Brothers the total package.
Mumford sucks. Pure and simple, no more comparison. The Avett's created their own genre of music. They worked hard and climbed their way up the musical ladder, from crappy gigs in Greenville to selling out HOB for three nights in a row. Don't tell me that the Mumford guys weren't sitting around listening to the Avett's when they "found their sound". Mumford will fade away (hopefully soon). TAB will continue to do what they do, work hard, tour harder, and continue to break musical boundaries.
@bholland42080 You make good points, but i'm sorry, mumford does not suck in the least. they're amazingly talented and make great music. not to say the avett brothers don't, they're equally amazing and talented.
@bholland42080 I like the Avetts but they have in no way "created their own genre." It's simple folk/country/bluegrass. New (good) lyrics over the same chords Hank Williams played. It's not groundbreaking, but it doesn't have to be to be good music.
I agree, just like Mumford and Sons, they all follow in the same footsteps of greats who've gone before them. I'm just glad to see the wheel of the world turning, so a Folk loving farmboy is aware of great folk, blue grass, country, blues music blending in another great folk revival.
I agree, just like Mumford and Sons, they all follow in the same footsteps of greats who've gone before them. I'm just glad to see the wheel of the world turning, so a Folk loving farmboy is aware of great folk, blue grass, country, blues music blending in another great folk revival.
Once Mumford has been doing it for a decade then we can have the comparison talk. Until then shut up, sit back and listen to the future...The Avett Brothers.
@AdamDavisBeatty Mumford is the next Coldplay......they will sellout and go pop. The Avetts will be loved always for being true to their songs. Like Dylan, Neil Young, Johnny Cash....playing the music they love for those that love them back.
@yourmartyr while Avert Brothers are amazing, don't diss Mumford; they are awesome as well. If you don't think so, you must not recognize true talent!
Mumford is good and all but they are a British group playing American Folk music. If your looking for Americana/ folk music then look no further than The Avett's.
Where is Mumford's talent? Their songwriting sounds like "C" level poetry at any Junior College. The instrumentation is boring (different than simple) and predictable with the same incredibly bland harmony and build in song after song. It's generic radio rock played with trendy instrumentation. Nothing the band does makes sense from an artistic perspective but everything they do makes sense from a marketing point of view. They couldn't be further from the Avett Brothers.
@socalsugar That was beautiful. It succinctly says why I think Mumford is just riding the wave of talent like that of the Avetts. Thank you so much for getting it out so plainly socalsugar.
@LeeBree95 I'm with you there. I absolutely love the Avett Brothers, but I'm a huge fan of Mumford as well. Both extremely talented folk groups that are worth being on anyone's playlist. Constant comparisons take away from the ability to simply enjoy amazing music.
@TheKatievegan mumford and sons shouldn't even be brought up. They can't compare to the avert brothers sonically, culturally, or even on a basic skill level.
They performed the best show i have ever been to in Greenville,SC!! They didnt have this huge fancy production! You could actually understand the words they sang & they sounded amazing! 2 very beautiful souls!!
Scott's insightful and heartfelt lyrics are proof that he's a genuine poet, but there's just something about Seth's delivery and vocals that cuts me right to the bone. These guys are incredible.
anyone who can say that these guys are "sell outs" are cowards and ungrateful for the amazing music these guys are still making. They started from the bottom and worked their way up and are forever grateful for the fans that got them there. Are you mad at them for being able to pay their bills? Take care of their families? Be happy for them not bitter. That is just my opinion.
@angelakellner nooo not at all. what i mean is i don't think they will ever suffice to playing more pop/shitty music like the kind of mainstream music that's always on the radio. i don't think they will ever get those fair weather fans and forget about all their true fans. if they do become huge, it will be by continuing what they've been doing that drew all of us in to become fans: being loyal to everyone who enjoys them and putting out more true, good fucking music
Only 131,783 views!?!!??! Come on humanity, I know you're smarter than that. 131,783 views, my goodness. They deserve the amount of views as justin Bieber and Lil Wayne's videos times ten....thousand.
There music is so powerful, It's amazing they write it from their own perspective and yet a 28 yr old single mom can relate and so many others. The Avett brothers rock my world daily.
It's the raw, pure nature of their music that defines them, but, as with all great things, refinement and a little mellowing only makes it better. In my humble opinion, this is their best, so far.
Seth, Scott and the Gang....Thank You....Your music has brought me back from a very dark place....Your music reminds of what its all about..LIFE...<<<3<<
While I agree that the production on I and Love and You was a little boring and too perfect (come on guys, it IS Rick Rubin) the musical aspects of the songs are so great. If you take the somewhat cheesy production out of the songs, they're fantastic. Anyone who has seen them live has to agree.
i know where everyone is coming from, we do love the younger Avett, it may be better but the new is still genius, and in all honesty they deserve to be recognised.
@jabrusii The Avett Brothers are true artists, and must keep things fresh to make us as fans happy as well as themselves. "It's not acceptable to present only who we've been." To want the same old music day after day is cutting their creative talent short. Roll with the change my friend.
@jabrusii You don't like this song!? I agree that I and Love and You was a little different from their earlier stuff even though I still loved it. Regardless though this song really taps into the Avett's roots, sounds a lot like the old stuff to me.
The fact that this song only has 89,000 views shows the direction that music is heading, sadly. However, its good to know that there is still substantial music out here. Fantastic job Avett
@DownOnwax maybe true. But, on the other hand, the pop aspect of I and Love and You provided a gateway for many who wouldn't have heard of or gotten into the Avett Brothers otherwise. I myself had heard of them, but didn't get into them until I and Love and You. Now I've fallen even more in love with their older albums.
they played a high-energy live version of this song last night at the Life is Good Festival and i liked it way more than this mellower version. i think.
@ Aft19 I agree with Seth 100% but they have always said they would play any place that would have them. I just noticed your recent comment, I agree as well
I don't concentrate on their hair or where they are playing,I'm just completely grateful that they share their talent and time. I"m in the Carolina mountains, with my headphones run out the window while I lie on my porch at night, katy-dids and crickets in the background,and I watch the sky and let this beautiful music, performed by these beautiful people,honest and pure, so peaceful, keep me grounded and content in this hectic, unforgiving world.
sometimes you look back at older bands and wonder what it would have been like to be around when they were in their prime ... this is one of those bands you could look forward to growing with. simply amazing live
What a beautiful, coming of age song. The rise of bands like this gives me hope for the future of music. These guys understand music so well and are able to convey pure emotion and poetry in such a beautiful and universal appealing manner. Man these guys are great!
I don't care If they have gel in there hair, shave there beards, wear so much bling that they can barely stand up, paint themselves blue, or run around stage with just socks on there dicks. I don't care if they play on MTV, CMT, or BET. As long as they keep pumping out all these greats songs that I have fell in love with over the past 5 years. I don't call them rap, rock, country, or bluegrass. I just call them genius.
I hate when you're reading someone's comment, and it's going along fine, and you're agreeing with them, and then at the end you realize it was all just to plug some goddam song they recorded and posted on their channel. If you agree, check out the folk songs me and my sister recorded and posted on our channel!
@DrewRyalsByrnes Singing with a label is fine. Highly encouraged actually. It's the giant pot of hipster stew that these guys seem to have fallen into that I have a problem with.
These are guys who grew up in the hills of Carolina. Now, they look like any other jackwad from NYC. It's typical of America.
Also, just to clarify... I never mentioned the word "sellout".
@jefflanolin First, "in exchange for his soul" is definitely an accusation of selling out, don't kid yourself. Second, if they were trying to stir "a pot of hipster stew", they wouldn't be so eager to fall in line with the image that Columbia would like for them to implement. A hipster is one who denies mainstream culture, music, dress, etc. Fourth, most followers of the band know that the Avett's hairstyles change nearly every other day. Maybe this particular cleaner style that Scott happened
However, one clarifying point.... the "hipsters" that are trying to avoid tossing their fishing line in the mainstream culture aren't avoiding the "mainstream" at all. It seems that the "hipster" look IS the mainstream now. That's what I'm trying to get at here.
I've been a fan of these guys since the early/mid 2000's, and have seen them many times, so I'm very aware of their past looks.
@jefflanolin Maybe it was just an EXTREME coincidence that I went on just a random Avett video, and found you having the exact same discussion with someone else. Is this all that you do in your free time? You should do something more constructive. Try making some music of your own if the Avett's have betrayed you in some way.I don't really care to carry on with this conversation anymore. :)
to go with on that day somehow offended you. Fifth, how many "jackwards" from New York City do you know that wear Red Wing Boots? And finally, you're right. It is a great song.
I met these guys in person last year. They're so amazingly humble and have true love for their fans. It's good to see them looking so good. They've came so far already and the sky is the limit. Always loyal & true. So much love for these four gentlemen right here.
They're too groomed!! Seth needs more hair, Scott needs all the gel taken out of his, and so does bob. Relax with the style, guys. Otherwise- perfection
The Avett Brothers are unique, which is one reason they are so appealing. Of course they are country, as that is who they are from their roots. Just as they are folk and rock and bluegrass and everything that is great about music. Look at who they cite as influences, and you can see why they are so great...songwriters like Townes Van Zandt, Tom T. Hall, and Roger Miller. Bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam. Bluegrass bands like Charlie Poole and the NC Ramblers. Even pop stylists like Lionel
Weak artists conform to garbage. Average artists run away from it, but the great ones turn the garbage into gold.
I am thrilled that the Avetts are bringing something fresh and golden to the CMT world that has been in a rut for a long, long time.
Scott and Seth are country, not lame Nashville country, but rural blood definitely runs through their bodies & music. On this new track they really remind me of a more broadly influenced Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard (a slight "Pancho & Lefty" feel)
CMT haters, we should just be happy that they gave us the pleasure of watching a great band like the avett brothers. I think we all know that hate and avett brothers never go hand and hand
Y'all are silly, who cares if they're country or not. They had an opportunity to play music, which is what they love to do...and they did it. Why turn down a chance to gain new fans?
@TheBlackTentRevival oh yeah i totally agree. i wasn't making a statement or anything with that. the reason that came up was this was shortly after their first appearance on CMT, when they did Swept Away and I think Nothing Short of Thankful. I was talking about how it was great publicity for them and he graciously agreed. But also added that comment haha
wow you people are simple minded. just listen to the good music and stop trash talking other bands.
wakejibbin 2 days ago
This song hits home.
simbaslayer 1 week ago
Incredible talent, this entire group. I am thankful for all of them.
TexArcher 1 week ago
The Avett Brothers make some of the best music available today and this song only proves that statement. Incredibly poignant lyrics and beautifully written music make The Avett Brothers the total package.
TheWhistleBury 1 week ago
Mumford sucks. Pure and simple, no more comparison. The Avett's created their own genre of music. They worked hard and climbed their way up the musical ladder, from crappy gigs in Greenville to selling out HOB for three nights in a row. Don't tell me that the Mumford guys weren't sitting around listening to the Avett's when they "found their sound". Mumford will fade away (hopefully soon). TAB will continue to do what they do, work hard, tour harder, and continue to break musical boundaries.
bholland42080 1 week ago
@bholland42080 You make good points, but i'm sorry, mumford does not suck in the least. they're amazingly talented and make great music. not to say the avett brothers don't, they're equally amazing and talented.
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@bholland42080 I like the Avetts but they have in no way "created their own genre." It's simple folk/country/bluegrass. New (good) lyrics over the same chords Hank Williams played. It's not groundbreaking, but it doesn't have to be to be good music.
tylerdenning 6 days ago
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I agree, just like Mumford and Sons, they all follow in the same footsteps of greats who've gone before them. I'm just glad to see the wheel of the world turning, so a Folk loving farmboy is aware of great folk, blue grass, country, blues music blending in another great folk revival.
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I agree, just like Mumford and Sons, they all follow in the same footsteps of greats who've gone before them. I'm just glad to see the wheel of the world turning, so a Folk loving farmboy is aware of great folk, blue grass, country, blues music blending in another great folk revival.
TheBoyFromNorfolk 6 days ago
@bholland42080 I agree that TAB is alot better but jesus christ what did Mumford do to you?
12345kcc 2 days ago
Once Mumford has been doing it for a decade then we can have the comparison talk. Until then shut up, sit back and listen to the future...The Avett Brothers.
AdamDavisBeatty 2 weeks ago
@AdamDavisBeatty Mumford is the next Coldplay......they will sellout and go pop. The Avetts will be loved always for being true to their songs. Like Dylan, Neil Young, Johnny Cash....playing the music they love for those that love them back.
MikeandKris09 2 weeks ago
I love Mumford and Avett also, both are great.
italouruguayricano 2 weeks ago
@yourmartyr while Avert Brothers are amazing, don't diss Mumford; they are awesome as well. If you don't think so, you must not recognize true talent!
LeeBree95 3 weeks ago
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Mumford is good and all but they are a British group playing American Folk music. If your looking for Americana/ folk music then look no further than The Avett's.
DownOnwax 3 weeks ago
@LeeBree95
Where is Mumford's talent? Their songwriting sounds like "C" level poetry at any Junior College. The instrumentation is boring (different than simple) and predictable with the same incredibly bland harmony and build in song after song. It's generic radio rock played with trendy instrumentation. Nothing the band does makes sense from an artistic perspective but everything they do makes sense from a marketing point of view. They couldn't be further from the Avett Brothers.
socalsugar 3 weeks ago 4
@socalsugar That was beautiful. It succinctly says why I think Mumford is just riding the wave of talent like that of the Avetts. Thank you so much for getting it out so plainly socalsugar.
brandonedwardnorth 3 weeks ago
@LeeBree95 I'm with you there. I absolutely love the Avett Brothers, but I'm a huge fan of Mumford as well. Both extremely talented folk groups that are worth being on anyone's playlist. Constant comparisons take away from the ability to simply enjoy amazing music.
creed61285 3 weeks ago
thats a beautiful guitar.
chadapillar1984 4 weeks ago
I love it!
ltrsmiles 1 month ago
Thank you so much for the music Avetts <3....we are in this together!
iambee3 1 month ago
best song ever
Berylashman 1 month ago
They sang this in Greensboro in October. That was such an awesome concert. They did an acapella version of "Down to the River to Pray" as well.
halofan813 1 month ago
The better Mumford and Sons
TheKatievegan 1 month ago 5
@TheKatievegan mumford and sons shouldn't even be brought up. They can't compare to the avert brothers sonically, culturally, or even on a basic skill level.
yourmartyr 1 month ago 2
when I first watched this video, i was completly blown away, it had about 200 views..
I watch it regularly but never bothered to look at the views. now a half year later, it has almost 170.000 views.
the avett brothers are just awesome - i loved you guys from the first moment i've found you.
samonyak 1 month ago
@samonyak... yeah... I put 100,000 of the views on there myself. *SIGH*
yamahamama500 4 weeks ago
They performed the best show i have ever been to in Greenville,SC!! They didnt have this huge fancy production! You could actually understand the words they sang & they sounded amazing! 2 very beautiful souls!!
angelakellner 1 month ago 2
Seth's the one with the beard, Scott's the one with the guitar.
markadis99 1 month ago
@markadis99 That's too confusing, Seth sings and Scott is the one who has on the button up shirt right? No, Scott sings and Seth has short hair?
somethingsimple631 1 month ago
@somethingsimple631 Seth is the taller one who sings the chorus-y part.
UkuleleRap 3 weeks ago
Scott's insightful and heartfelt lyrics are proof that he's a genuine poet, but there's just something about Seth's delivery and vocals that cuts me right to the bone. These guys are incredible.
DanricSanchez 1 month ago 5
anyone who can say that these guys are "sell outs" are cowards and ungrateful for the amazing music these guys are still making. They started from the bottom and worked their way up and are forever grateful for the fans that got them there. Are you mad at them for being able to pay their bills? Take care of their families? Be happy for them not bitter. That is just my opinion.
BusterBluePanda 1 month ago 4
i love how there voices have matured
yonderboogey 1 month ago
"carpenter" follow your dream! forget the woman ...
bluesbluebu 1 month ago
@bluesbluebu
"And if your love laughs at your dreams
Well it's not as bad as it seems
either way one of them has got to go" -Salvation Song
socalsugar 1 month ago
if you dig this you've got to check out The Regretting Man on youtube
grooviescycleshop 1 month ago
@pher4992 why you say they they will never sell out? meaning a show?
angelakellner 1 month ago
@angelakellner i believe they mean like sell out and forget the people who loved them from the start
megmitchell93 1 month ago 3
@angelakellner nooo not at all. what i mean is i don't think they will ever suffice to playing more pop/shitty music like the kind of mainstream music that's always on the radio. i don't think they will ever get those fair weather fans and forget about all their true fans. if they do become huge, it will be by continuing what they've been doing that drew all of us in to become fans: being loyal to everyone who enjoys them and putting out more true, good fucking music
pher4992 1 month ago
why is this not on t.v.?
rabbitsfoot1 1 month ago in playlist Favorite videos
this band will never sell out
pher4992 2 months ago 27
this is perfect<3 lovelovelove
raymondfeltonfan 2 months ago
Avett Bros....Best of the Best
1ok4u 2 months ago
I want to see you guys so bad in concert!!! Come to the Tri-Cities, WA...PLZZZ lol
bctawn 2 months ago
or Portland! or anywhere between hah
yonderboogey 1 month ago
Only 131,783 views!?!!??! Come on humanity, I know you're smarter than that. 131,783 views, my goodness. They deserve the amount of views as justin Bieber and Lil Wayne's videos times ten....thousand.
madsmith93 2 months ago
absolutely love this song!!
tishababe31 2 months ago
10 people aren't living the life they were given
hbradberry1112 2 months ago 7
There music is so powerful, It's amazing they write it from their own perspective and yet a 28 yr old single mom can relate and so many others. The Avett brothers rock my world daily.
steph83w2 2 months ago 2
I love these skinny guys~
save3dollars 2 months ago 4
That sound you hear is God tapping his foot to this song.
nokeystothecity23 3 months ago 45
@nokeystothecity23 NICE!
connorlangley44 2 months ago
Great song. I can't make out what is going on with the left should of his guitar. Anybody know?
knastera 3 months ago
@knastera I just saw thing a few nights ago. I think it's just a carved design
mryan01 3 months ago
@knastera I read that it's a skeleton with music notes for teeth. He made it in an art class in college.
emshmem2015 3 months ago
Can't wait for the new album
delltube777 3 months ago
It's the raw, pure nature of their music that defines them, but, as with all great things, refinement and a little mellowing only makes it better. In my humble opinion, this is their best, so far.
sleddog71 3 months ago 3
They grow up so fast :,)
KILLUHclown 3 months ago
Seth, Scott and the Gang....Thank You....Your music has brought me back from a very dark place....Your music reminds of what its all about..LIFE...<<<3<<
MsRayneonme 3 months ago
just learned this song on guitar.. LOVE IT.
themissamericangirl 3 months ago 3
anyone notice a little Jesus in this song ;) Amen Avetts... sure got a way of liftin my spirits ;)/////PLEASE do a show on MAUI!!!!!!
olivejuice999 3 months ago
Hmmm, what a coincidence, my first name is PURPOSE....maybe he'll stick around and find out why ; ) LOL!!
sheiney55 3 months ago in playlist The Avett Brothers
While I agree that the production on I and Love and You was a little boring and too perfect (come on guys, it IS Rick Rubin) the musical aspects of the songs are so great. If you take the somewhat cheesy production out of the songs, they're fantastic. Anyone who has seen them live has to agree.
jer4d 3 months ago
I and love and The Avett Brothers
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Thumbs up if you are listening to this in 2011!!
PandaUnknown 3 months ago
i know where everyone is coming from, we do love the younger Avett, it may be better but the new is still genius, and in all honesty they deserve to be recognised.
sko4cpg 3 months ago
....I don't like it. Look what you did Rick Rubin!!
These guys used to play out of my stereo all the time. I couldn't get enough....I&L&U really was a downer for me.
jabrusii 3 months ago
@jabrusii The Avett Brothers are true artists, and must keep things fresh to make us as fans happy as well as themselves. "It's not acceptable to present only who we've been." To want the same old music day after day is cutting their creative talent short. Roll with the change my friend.
kickeditinthesun22 3 months ago 2
@jabrusii You don't like this song!? I agree that I and Love and You was a little different from their earlier stuff even though I still loved it. Regardless though this song really taps into the Avett's roots, sounds a lot like the old stuff to me.
thomaseidson 3 months ago
The fact that this song only has 89,000 views shows the direction that music is heading, sadly. However, its good to know that there is still substantial music out here. Fantastic job Avett
markjruab 4 months ago
They just het better better BEST!!! Their music is like no other, I cant get enough!!!!!! these guys are the reason I love music
shortcfarms 4 months ago
The only thing i dont like about their music is that my speakers wont let me play it any louder.
bpenick33 4 months ago 5
No Genre needed! OMFG
cheezit493 4 months ago 3
Saw them play this last week in Greensboro. In North Carolina. Under a full moon, in a perfect fall night. Pretty, pretty, pretty good.
ceward73 4 months ago 3
Thanks for uploading this one, it is so goooood!
Could anyone upload the other (Avettbros) CMT stuff on youtube, for allth e fans outside the USA?
MrTaeke 4 months ago
Agree with the Rick Ruben comment. I'm digging this.
jacobryandaniel 4 months ago
There is something sacred about two siblings harmonizing together...
AdamDavisBeatty 4 months ago 3
amazing bridge- "it robs me blind!"
Irelandisgreat1 4 months ago 3
Had the privilege to hear this song live. Incredible.
cocomelon23 4 months ago 2
sweet song, makes me smile ;)
olivejuice999 5 months ago
@DownOnwax maybe true. But, on the other hand, the pop aspect of I and Love and You provided a gateway for many who wouldn't have heard of or gotten into the Avett Brothers otherwise. I myself had heard of them, but didn't get into them until I and Love and You. Now I've fallen even more in love with their older albums.
johnniedig 5 months ago 5
Hot damn... That's all I can say at the moment.
PurpleAvettFan 5 months ago
In all honesty...
Don't let Rick Rubin produce your next album. Weird to say but you are better without him Avett Brothers.
Real and RAW is why we fell in love with you in the first place. You tried to POP it out for the mainstream and it was a letdown.
I and Love and You was OK.
DownOnwax 5 months ago
they played a high-energy live version of this song last night at the Life is Good Festival and i liked it way more than this mellower version. i think.
mtbski2 5 months ago
@ Aft19 I agree with Seth 100% but they have always said they would play any place that would have them. I just noticed your recent comment, I agree as well
robertoneville 5 months ago
@ Aft19 I agree with Seth 100% but they have always said they would play any place that would have them.
robertoneville 5 months ago
This is, no doubt, among their greatest songs.
TheLilstuart 5 months ago
I don't concentrate on their hair or where they are playing,I'm just completely grateful that they share their talent and time. I"m in the Carolina mountains, with my headphones run out the window while I lie on my porch at night, katy-dids and crickets in the background,and I watch the sky and let this beautiful music, performed by these beautiful people,honest and pure, so peaceful, keep me grounded and content in this hectic, unforgiving world.
90proofgirl 5 months ago 3
proof there is hope for music yet
lilbandit85 5 months ago 2
Pure, unrefined, and raw talent-sounds like the Avett Brothers. Sometimes I really feel like it's a privilege to listen to them.
seriphim123 5 months ago 2
sometimes you look back at older bands and wonder what it would have been like to be around when they were in their prime ... this is one of those bands you could look forward to growing with. simply amazing live
TheEzgarrr 5 months ago 2
What a beautiful, coming of age song. The rise of bands like this gives me hope for the future of music. These guys understand music so well and are able to convey pure emotion and poetry in such a beautiful and universal appealing manner. Man these guys are great!
CanadianSillyGoose 5 months ago 4
just like the old avetts! thank you! haha they are so amazing with their lyrics and beautiful music
maggielicious14 5 months ago
as of 9/10/11, three people were never hugged as children. Wow you three must hate life....sad
bernardshakey2609 5 months ago
God damn. So nice :)
dannyjock1 5 months ago
Nice! Looking forward to next album
Ecstaticalways 5 months ago
brilliance.
mehdzid22 5 months ago
YESSSS!!!!!!
mehdzid22 5 months ago
"sometimes I hit, sometimes it robs me blind" Are you kidding me. I hope this never ends.
tgmccrory 5 months ago
I'm pretty sure 40,000 of these views were mine... *sigh*
yamahamama500 5 months ago 2
I can love these boys forever. They have inspired me more than anything else in my entire life! Sing on Boys..Sing on! <3
VenesXMarie 6 months ago 2
wholesome and earnest like so many avett tunes. they make their own church.
leesbc 6 months ago
#$*% thats a good song!!!!!
56samueljohnson 6 months ago
I don't care If they have gel in there hair, shave there beards, wear so much bling that they can barely stand up, paint themselves blue, or run around stage with just socks on there dicks. I don't care if they play on MTV, CMT, or BET. As long as they keep pumping out all these greats songs that I have fell in love with over the past 5 years. I don't call them rap, rock, country, or bluegrass. I just call them genius.
XXGlomerXX 6 months ago 188
@XXGlomerXX Their
runfromskunks 3 months ago
@XXGlomerXX No one has ever said it better.
AlkalineRiver 1 month ago
Bless 'em. They're on a journey with their music. I, for one, count myself lucky they are willing to let me ride along and listen in.
paigeanthem 6 months ago 3
cant stop listening to thsi song.. :D
sanket2524702 6 months ago
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I hate when you're reading someone's comment, and it's going along fine, and you're agreeing with them, and then at the end you realize it was all just to plug some goddam song they recorded and posted on their channel. If you agree, check out the folk songs me and my sister recorded and posted on our channel!
JesseandtheRevelator 6 months ago
this is so incredible
rhodesplayer 6 months ago
@ all you guys.....im just listening to the music....and i like it.
marcotaco 6 months ago
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DrewRyalsByrnes 6 months ago
Amazing...
frejabassen 6 months ago
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IamAmish1 6 months ago
@IamAmish1 YOU'RE dumb.
jefflanolin 6 months ago
Since when does Scott comb his hair?
Perhaps Columbia Records gave his a hair stylist in exchange for his soul.
However, great song.
jefflanolin 6 months ago
@jefflanolin How come every time someone signs with a label, people call them sellouts? I just don't get it!
DrewRyalsByrnes 6 months ago
@DrewRyalsByrnes Singing with a label is fine. Highly encouraged actually. It's the giant pot of hipster stew that these guys seem to have fallen into that I have a problem with.
These are guys who grew up in the hills of Carolina. Now, they look like any other jackwad from NYC. It's typical of America.
Also, just to clarify... I never mentioned the word "sellout".
jefflanolin 6 months ago
@jefflanolin First, "in exchange for his soul" is definitely an accusation of selling out, don't kid yourself. Second, if they were trying to stir "a pot of hipster stew", they wouldn't be so eager to fall in line with the image that Columbia would like for them to implement. A hipster is one who denies mainstream culture, music, dress, etc. Fourth, most followers of the band know that the Avett's hairstyles change nearly every other day. Maybe this particular cleaner style that Scott happened
DrewRyalsByrnes 6 months ago
@DrewRyalsByrnes Nicely stated, you infer very well.
However, one clarifying point.... the "hipsters" that are trying to avoid tossing their fishing line in the mainstream culture aren't avoiding the "mainstream" at all. It seems that the "hipster" look IS the mainstream now. That's what I'm trying to get at here.
I've been a fan of these guys since the early/mid 2000's, and have seen them many times, so I'm very aware of their past looks.
By the way... you skipped "Third". Just saying.
jefflanolin 6 months ago
@jefflanolin Maybe it was just an EXTREME coincidence that I went on just a random Avett video, and found you having the exact same discussion with someone else. Is this all that you do in your free time? You should do something more constructive. Try making some music of your own if the Avett's have betrayed you in some way.I don't really care to carry on with this conversation anymore. :)
DrewRyalsByrnes 6 months ago
@DrewRyalsByrnes I do make my own music. In fact I'm working on a song right now... It's called "Why don't YOU go make music?"
jefflanolin 6 months ago
@jefflanolin Well here's to hoping you never make it big enough to have to sell out.
DALaplante 6 months ago
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DrewRyalsByrnes 6 months ago
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to go with on that day somehow offended you. Fifth, how many "jackwards" from New York City do you know that wear Red Wing Boots? And finally, you're right. It is a great song.
DrewRyalsByrnes 6 months ago
yes! like they were before I and Love and You...i love them :D
maggielicious14 6 months ago
"If I live the life i'm given, then I won't be scared of death." ... Genius.
ohhhhhcool 6 months ago
Seriously this is the only band in which I love every freaking song they play
wassupdoc319 6 months ago 2
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Calumross16 6 months ago
These guys are some of the best songwriters around. I think they keep getting better and better before our eyes. Great song.
jarret1105 6 months ago
2 people don't live the life their given...
marcotaco 6 months ago 4
I met these guys in person last year. They're so amazingly humble and have true love for their fans. It's good to see them looking so good. They've came so far already and the sky is the limit. Always loyal & true. So much love for these four gentlemen right here.
SpreadheadSpearhead 6 months ago
The avert brothers harmonies never cease to amaze me.
michaelbarneswtf 7 months ago
Just.....loveeeee. That's it. Nothing else. Just loveeeee for these men. <333
Courtkneehead15 7 months ago
Ear orgasms begin at 0:25!
RyanRKips 7 months ago
I think I have at least 100 of the 15K+ views on this video so far...
wackeracker1 7 months ago
I love the way he says "Detroit", DE-troit, instead of de-TROIT.
amhiciano 7 months ago 3
@amhiciano It must be a Southern thing. DE-troit. Sounds normal to me.
jewelsfavs3 6 months ago
"if i live the life i'm given, i won't be scared to die"
that line's hit me like no lyric ever has..
TheYellowochre 7 months ago 5
Iv been watching them grow since the beginning, kinda sad its not underground nomore :(
MrSethwild 7 months ago
@MrSethwild don't worry.. cmt will NOT change these boys. they are made of sterner stuff.
nittany09 7 months ago 7
@nittany09 Hopefully their next album is better than I And Love And You. Too much piano on that one. Rick Rubin dropped the ball on that one
readerrabbitryo 5 months ago
so.....deep.....can't... handle...
atoddmiller 7 months ago
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Love this new song by my boys!
RomansD828 7 months ago 2
Wait a second! That's Brandon Flowers with a beard
bobcake88 7 months ago
@bobcake88 You seem to be confused, sir. Brandon Flowers is Scott Avett without a beard.
maynardave 7 months ago
My new favorite TAB song.
jcpj82 7 months ago 2
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I could listen to this all day.
Jackmill88 7 months ago
They're too groomed!! Seth needs more hair, Scott needs all the gel taken out of his, and so does bob. Relax with the style, guys. Otherwise- perfection
hhendoful 7 months ago
1 person is afraid to die.
foleyxl18 7 months ago 5
The Avett Brothers are unique, which is one reason they are so appealing. Of course they are country, as that is who they are from their roots. Just as they are folk and rock and bluegrass and everything that is great about music. Look at who they cite as influences, and you can see why they are so great...songwriters like Townes Van Zandt, Tom T. Hall, and Roger Miller. Bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam. Bluegrass bands like Charlie Poole and the NC Ramblers. Even pop stylists like Lionel
CLEZDADDY 7 months ago
Weak artists conform to garbage. Average artists run away from it, but the great ones turn the garbage into gold.
I am thrilled that the Avetts are bringing something fresh and golden to the CMT world that has been in a rut for a long, long time.
Scott and Seth are country, not lame Nashville country, but rural blood definitely runs through their bodies & music. On this new track they really remind me of a more broadly influenced Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard (a slight "Pancho & Lefty" feel)
socalsugar 7 months ago 5
Simply the best!
CLEZDADDY 7 months ago
CMT must be good
if the Avetts are here :D
toleboothprick 7 months ago 4
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CMT haters, we should just be happy that they gave us the pleasure of watching a great band like the avett brothers. I think we all know that hate and avett brothers never go hand and hand
with that being said, CMT does suck donkey balls
kdick14 7 months ago
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kdick14 7 months ago
Why'd you have to go down the CMT road man?
canttouchthis193 7 months ago
Screw CMT, Avett Brothers are not freakin country.
TheBambrose 7 months ago
In 2006 Seth and I were discussing music and I can quote him as having said "CMT is #$^%& terrible."
aft19 7 months ago 33
@aft19 if you listen to him. he talks about them changing their representation. but i do agree that CMT Sucks
bdeauxx 7 months ago
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I guess he decided to take it upon himself to make CMT better.
p2y2r7o 7 months ago 8
Y'all are silly, who cares if they're country or not. They had an opportunity to play music, which is what they love to do...and they did it. Why turn down a chance to gain new fans?
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vokeydawg 7 months ago
Lets just be happy they are getting recognized. I'm thrilled for them. I can't stomach CMT, but this is a great opportunity for these guys.
TheBlackTentRevival 7 months ago
@TheBlackTentRevival oh yeah i totally agree. i wasn't making a statement or anything with that. the reason that came up was this was shortly after their first appearance on CMT, when they did Swept Away and I think Nothing Short of Thankful. I was talking about how it was great publicity for them and he graciously agreed. But also added that comment haha
aft19 7 months ago
@aft19 Gotcha, haha. Cheers!
TheBlackTentRevival 6 months ago
@aft19 Seth is talking to these children and he's keeping it clean, he don't need those words, to say what he means.
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