Keyboardist/drummer...I've always wanted to play steel guitar, but I just can't seem to do very well with guitars. I always appreciate those of you who can, much-less those who do it with style as you. I will admit that I was skeptical when I saw a singer present, but was pleasantly surprised to hear the vocals, as Karen Carpenter's voice is hard to match; notwithstanding. the ranges were nearly-boundless. This is truly a solid performance of which both of you can be proud. Excellent!!!
David, great as always. The singer is excellent. If you keep this up you will soon have a band, John, You , the Singer.............what's next ? Oh, and i forgot the dancing dog haha. Cheers buddy.
I wish to thank you all for your comments to my youtube broadcasts. It is very much appreciated. I do try and contact you all personally if there's any questions that I have been asked, and I also make note of all your requests too. I have some great ideas for future videos and I will try and play some of your requests also.
How do you surpass perfection? Certainly *not* by trying to best these two artists. Fran has a voice and style that is soooo soothing and relaxing and David has more talent in his little finger than most "pros" that I've listened to have in their whole body. Just a remarkable duo. Well done, folks. Let's have some more real soon.
God, how I love that song. I sat spellbound in the second row when Karen & Richard sang it live, too many years ago. It has served as a virtual anthem of gratitude and positive regard through its exquisitely simple, lyrical truth. When Red Rhodes added his steel to the album version of that profession of joy, it was a complete and perfect fit. Even now, I find myself smiling.That's not a bad thing. I have the two of you to thank for that. Mike
I'm 68 years old and have my feet firmly planted on the ground. I'm certainly not easily impressed with every performer that I hear. *However*, you two folks are so far above some "professionals". You're a natural, together. I can't tell you how much I enjoyed your latest entry into the "mix". "Top of the World" has *always* been one of my overall favorites. I only wish you two would "go professional" and "go global" and grace us with your talents outside of You Tube. Great job!
I was going to make an instrumental of this tune, but you have totally eclipsed anything that I could have come up with, + your backing track is superb.
Fran and David, How did you know that this was one of my favorite songs of all time? Fran, your rendition is so close to Karen Carpenter's that it's almost scary.
David, your steel is also very close to the original...was that Emmons? Is that the brand new Rains you got in Dallas? Lookin' good!
Very nice,,great voice also
captaingeary 1 week ago
felicidades!! muy buena cancion!!
ALLAENELMONTE 3 months ago
Super!!!
HoschtonBoy 4 months ago
THIS IS JUST GREAT
JoeTakeHolly 5 months ago
how dare you.........
tootjejippie 5 months ago
Wow ! Great duet ! Fran, you very cute !!!
MrPicroute 8 months ago
Very good steel guitar player, nice :)
luckyddubber2 8 months ago
Great video, great singer! Loved the steel playing tooo!
dray45335 10 months ago
Keyboardist/drummer...I've always wanted to play steel guitar, but I just can't seem to do very well with guitars. I always appreciate those of you who can, much-less those who do it with style as you. I will admit that I was skeptical when I saw a singer present, but was pleasantly surprised to hear the vocals, as Karen Carpenter's voice is hard to match; notwithstanding. the ranges were nearly-boundless. This is truly a solid performance of which both of you can be proud. Excellent!!!
nebrpo 10 months ago
David, great as always. The singer is excellent. If you keep this up you will soon have a band, John, You , the Singer.............what's next ? Oh, and i forgot the dancing dog haha. Cheers buddy.
paul49175 11 months ago
ur second fiddle on this one dave, sorry mate !!
1702liam 1 year ago
This timeyou take the back seat, Dave; I'm in love with the Singer!!
ClintL63 1 year ago
Nice Dave, you play your heart out, thank you for sharing :)
luckyddubber2 1 year ago
I wish to thank you all for your comments to my youtube broadcasts. It is very much appreciated. I do try and contact you all personally if there's any questions that I have been asked, and I also make note of all your requests too. I have some great ideas for future videos and I will try and play some of your requests also.
Wishing you all a happy Christmas and a New Year.
Sincerely, David Hartley
davepedalsteel 1 year ago
I love this great song。But I love the cover you play better！Awesome！
It’s the first time that I see this kind instrumental，like a Hawaii Guitar。
Please tell me，What functions dose the pedal has？which under you left foot。
Mabey it used to make a bending，right？
Thanx！
pilihuangjian 1 year ago
Probably the best cover of a Karen Carpenter vocal you will ever find.
ONENIGGER2ANOTHER 1 year ago
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ronaldtresh 1 year ago
Great i think her voice did the song justice very good.
Denvermorgan2000 1 year ago
The two of you are so great together.Top notch talent,true to tradition and great emotional input. Unspoiled ART!
RasMajnouni 1 year ago
Super Job!! Both of you!!
Houstonsteelman 1 year ago
More! More! More!
TimezAlmostOver 1 year ago
How do you surpass perfection? Certainly *not* by trying to best these two artists. Fran has a voice and style that is soooo soothing and relaxing and David has more talent in his little finger than most "pros" that I've listened to have in their whole body. Just a remarkable duo. Well done, folks. Let's have some more real soon.
trooper553 1 year ago
what a great voice ! along with a great steel player.
abl78 1 year ago
What a wounderfull song.
fubbark 1 year ago
Nice job.....
MrNormsHGW 1 year ago
The Carpenters, what a great song....
cast390 1 year ago
Super job!!!!
jimu57 1 year ago
Really like her voice. Have loved his pedal steel playing since the first song I heard.
jackj98 1 year ago
Listen to your music everyday.THE BEST PERIOD!!!!!
The67686973 1 year ago
Great girl David.. congratulations!
steelguitar7 1 year ago
Excellent performance, David and Fran.
Good blend in vocal and music.
Friend and fan forever,
Horace
North Carolina, USA
Hoss1944 1 year ago
This is epic!
frodofeet01 1 year ago
David and Fran
beautifully performed version of this song please lets have more
Robert
rhastilow 1 year ago
God, how I love that song. I sat spellbound in the second row when Karen & Richard sang it live, too many years ago. It has served as a virtual anthem of gratitude and positive regard through its exquisitely simple, lyrical truth. When Red Rhodes added his steel to the album version of that profession of joy, it was a complete and perfect fit. Even now, I find myself smiling.That's not a bad thing. I have the two of you to thank for that. Mike
promethia3vny 1 year ago
eerie.....fantastic work the pair of you..always look forward to your next song, keep em coming and thank you...
huggybear1952 1 year ago
This is REALLY fabulous music!!!!!
Awesome Awesome Awesome!!!
melodykentucky 1 year ago
Fabulous music, what a treat!
alrossi123 1 year ago
Hey David & Fran
Nice Job
Give My Regards To George (L)
:) JR
MoonSteeler 1 year ago
Well done you two. Clever editing Dave.
alanjameshale 1 year ago
David & Fran,
I'm 68 years old and have my feet firmly planted on the ground. I'm certainly not easily impressed with every performer that I hear. *However*, you two folks are so far above some "professionals". You're a natural, together. I can't tell you how much I enjoyed your latest entry into the "mix". "Top of the World" has *always* been one of my overall favorites. I only wish you two would "go professional" and "go global" and grace us with your talents outside of You Tube. Great job!
trooper553 1 year ago
Her singing is just like Karen Carpenter. And the harmonies, too. I love it!
Pappahobo 1 year ago
Great video Fran and David, by the way where is your Franklin??? Hope to see you and Fran soon in Fosnavaag. All the best from your frend Kjell.
kjellsteel 1 year ago
Excellent Dave!!
I was going to make an instrumental of this tune, but you have totally eclipsed anything that I could have come up with, + your backing track is superb.
Aahh well, back to the woodshed.......!
Steelie1955 1 year ago
this is the dueo video I have been waiting for you guys are awsome why don't you guys sell your albums through the US Itunes store?
andybowe 1 year ago
Absolutely awesome. Really enjoyed it.//Phil
PhilCLG4 1 year ago
Another great song. Keep em coming. They are appreciated
JNDuve 1 year ago
WOW!!!! 1000 *'s
gyrene19691993 1 year ago
Beautifully done. All the best to you all. Kind Regards Roger NZ
nzengine 1 year ago 2
Really nice job! Great looking new Rains too.
saxplayer1952 1 year ago 2
very good job both of you enjoyed it
woodsy4531 1 year ago
Fran and David, How did you know that this was one of my favorite songs of all time? Fran, your rendition is so close to Karen Carpenter's that it's almost scary.
David, your steel is also very close to the original...was that Emmons? Is that the brand new Rains you got in Dallas? Lookin' good!
Bent
senmo 1 year ago
Great vocal and fine steel guitar playing! 5 stars!
GuitarGooch 1 year ago
That's impressively close to Karen Carpenter, and that's a tall order! Nice work!
Sammyboy72 1 year ago