@ColdRolledSteel - His music is still attracting new fans, many of them young kids in other countries. I think that';s really cool and a testament to how great thier music was. Even though pay phones are pretty much a thing of the past I believe this song will be getting played for another 50 yrs.
Hiya Brian, you did a hell of a job on this Croce cover. I didint find this jewel imedeatly, I appologize! LOL . Thank you for your note and your posting here is freakin fantastic!!!
Bri..:) Thank you !!! for sending it my way....I LOVE this song...you did a great job...my sister does this one too...:) I've never tried it...I think I'd cry through it though....:)
@Kappadanielson - lol! You can do it... :) Can you ask sis to post it? I'd love to hear it. I'm a big fan of your sis too, love her raspy blues and phrasing. I brushed up on alot of Croce while I was out of work so I'll be posting several over the next few weeks...stay tuned. Any requests I could do for you to repay the hours of joy you've given me?
@Kappadanielson - Cool. I'm a bit rusty on the intro but I'll work it out and post it for ya. That song is pure genius. The best "blow off" song ever. lol
@1979GreyGhost - The only song of his that I've never really practiced. I've always put it back until I thought I was good enough to handle it, now I have a sort of mental block about it. Also it's one of his songs that sounds empty without Maury's part.
Ok you're right, even I know this song, and kinda like it. That's some good picking in there. How long did it take you to learn it? Do you have the tabs? That would be great.
@lovacoustic@lovacoustic - Thank you my friend. Sounds like a mental block..you have the skills to play this well. Anything I can do to help put you over the hump? I'm gonna send you a private vid that may help, ok?
@Eddie629 - Hey Thanx Eddie. I've been revisiting alot of Croce during my recent time off work due to surgery, more to come soon.
ps. still listen to your "Box #10" cover frequently. I started a playlist of my favorite Croce covers from other YT users. Did u notice Fretkillr is gone? I may repost his awesome cover of "Don't Mess Around with Jim".
Great to hear from you. I was thinking of you the other day while playing Del Amitri songs.
@Zorphy - Excellent! That's my goal, to help others keep his music alive. I remember you are a young Croce fan. (makes me smile). Any particular song you're wanting to learn? I'd be happy to help if you needed any...
@7761864 - Well I hope it wasn't to much of a disappointment. I wasn't trying to record this one but it came out and many have requested it so I went ahead and posted even though I can do better if I was prepared, but this is me, live and uncut on the spur of the moment. You know I want to hear you do some Croce...let me know if I can assist.
Awesome cover. Liked the vocs, guitar, and you personal version. You showed alot of feeling when performing. Just like JC did. Imagine how much more music he would have given us had his like not been cut short.
@readyeddy101 - Thank you for your comment. It just sorta surfaced while practicing another song. I often wonder what they were working on at the time which never got finished or heard. It's obvious they were on a roll as far as writing goes. And eventually Maury probably would have put out another solo albumn. Imagine seeing them now with James Taylor or Gordon Lightfoot!
@rbheiss - Hard for me to pick a favorite Croce song, it changes with my moods. Glad I didn't ruin it for ya. I hadn't planned on recording this one, it just came out while practicing another song.
@songmansinatra120 - Thanx Mike, I just got tired of waiting on you to post this one..lol. jus kiddin'! I suppose you play it also? Would love to hear it, or sing back-up for ya. Catch ya on the rebound, stay cool
Hey Cuz, sounds like you are back in the saddle and riding high, again. Great rendition of one of Jim's best. Amazing how that man's (and Maury's) music has stayed alive and well due to folks like yourself. All the best. ~ Mark
@manriq47 = Thanx Mark, Yes I'm improving rapidly now. Appreciate the comment, I think Croce music will still be around in another 50 yrs. The stories and melodies are timeless and you would be surprised at the number of young musicians who are checking him out.
@brpbrpbrpbrp - thanx man, many hours of practice! But I was actually recording something else when I got frustrated and just started playing other stuff, you'll notice I wasn't really trying to sing, just piddlin around..But it seemed so relaxed that I decided to post it.
This is really beautiful...playing and vocal. You put a little something special in every cover that makes it uniquely yours, but stays true to the meaning and emotional impact of the original. Well done.
@mnnorthcountrygirl1 - Well thank you. I think this is the most relaxed post I've made. Got it in 3 takes. I appreciate your comment cuz that is exactly what I try to do.
jim would be happy
ColdRolledSteel 10 months ago
@ColdRolledSteel - His music is still attracting new fans, many of them young kids in other countries. I think that';s really cool and a testament to how great thier music was. Even though pay phones are pretty much a thing of the past I believe this song will be getting played for another 50 yrs.
Thanx for the vote of confidence. :)
bri
othercousin 10 months ago
This is a great performance, Brian, one of your best. The vocals are excellent and you definitely keep up with Jim's complex movements.
Oswlek 1 year ago
@Oswlek - Thanx man! I spent alot of time working on his picking patterns and I think it's starting to pay off. :)
othercousin 1 year ago
Very nice......
MrNormsHGW 1 year ago
@MrNormsHGW - Thanx man. :)
othercousin 1 year ago
I love to hear you play this one! I know you didn't think you could, but I knew you could. Your voice sounds fine. I'm very proud of you! xoxox
LaconiaChick 1 year ago
Hiya Brian, you did a hell of a job on this Croce cover. I didint find this jewel imedeatly, I appologize! LOL . Thank you for your note and your posting here is freakin fantastic!!!
TinkGerman 1 year ago
@TinkGerman - Thanx Tink! Always good to hear from you. Would love to hear you cover this one.
Lol...what's with the profile pic?
othercousin 1 year ago
Bri..:) Thank you !!! for sending it my way....I LOVE this song...you did a great job...my sister does this one too...:) I've never tried it...I think I'd cry through it though....:)
Kappadanielson 1 year ago
@Kappadanielson - lol! You can do it... :) Can you ask sis to post it? I'd love to hear it. I'm a big fan of your sis too, love her raspy blues and phrasing. I brushed up on alot of Croce while I was out of work so I'll be posting several over the next few weeks...stay tuned. Any requests I could do for you to repay the hours of joy you've given me?
othercousin 1 year ago
oooo...I got one...:)) Lover's Cross :)
Kappadanielson 1 year ago
@Kappadanielson - Cool. I'm a bit rusty on the intro but I'll work it out and post it for ya. That song is pure genius. The best "blow off" song ever. lol
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
Great job Cuz sounds great!! The relaxed singing style is perfect for this song... nice voice. Keep the Croce comin'
PaPaStrum 1 year ago
@PaPaStrum - Thanx for listening and the kind comments. More Croce coming soon. I'll try that relaxed feeling again..
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
@Hippie1944 - :) thanx for listening my friend. Glad you liked it.
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
Very nice. You did it justice.
CarefreePools 1 year ago
@CarefreePools - :)
othercousin 1 year ago
Very good! Do you know Time in a Bottle?
1979GreyGhost 1 year ago
@1979GreyGhost - The only song of his that I've never really practiced. I've always put it back until I thought I was good enough to handle it, now I have a sort of mental block about it. Also it's one of his songs that sounds empty without Maury's part.
Thanx for listening, glad you liked it.
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
Ok you're right, even I know this song, and kinda like it. That's some good picking in there. How long did it take you to learn it? Do you have the tabs? That would be great.
HiwaySong 1 year ago
@HiwaySong - Kinda like it?!! lol. Thanx, I don't read tabs but I can give you the chords and some tips...
othercousin 1 year ago
wonderful song isn't it. hadn't heard it for some time. thanks for sharing. really enjoyed it. all the best, mooncrow.
mooncrow17 1 year ago
@mooncrow17 - Happy to refresh your memory. Thanx for watching, glad you enjoyed it.
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
nice, i've been battling with this song for a long time. my fat fingers just won't work right. well done.
lovacoustic 1 year ago
@lovacoustic @lovacoustic - Thank you my friend. Sounds like a mental block..you have the skills to play this well. Anything I can do to help put you over the hump? I'm gonna send you a private vid that may help, ok?
Thanx for listening and commenting
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
Nice !!...excellent performance my friend !!!
Eddie629 1 year ago
@Eddie629 - Hey Thanx Eddie. I've been revisiting alot of Croce during my recent time off work due to surgery, more to come soon.
ps. still listen to your "Box #10" cover frequently. I started a playlist of my favorite Croce covers from other YT users. Did u notice Fretkillr is gone? I may repost his awesome cover of "Don't Mess Around with Jim".
Great to hear from you. I was thinking of you the other day while playing Del Amitri songs.
best wishes
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
Very nice version, makes me wanna start playing Croce again.
Zorphy 1 year ago
@Zorphy - Excellent! That's my goal, to help others keep his music alive. I remember you are a young Croce fan. (makes me smile). Any particular song you're wanting to learn? I'd be happy to help if you needed any...
Keep playing, but school first!
best wishes
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
Been waiting for this one Cuz. It's always a treat to hear you do some Croce. He was one of the best.
5***** (oops! 5 likes?)
Brian
7761864 1 year ago
@7761864 - Well I hope it wasn't to much of a disappointment. I wasn't trying to record this one but it came out and many have requested it so I went ahead and posted even though I can do better if I was prepared, but this is me, live and uncut on the spur of the moment. You know I want to hear you do some Croce...let me know if I can assist.
Stay cool
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
Awesome cover. Liked the vocs, guitar, and you personal version. You showed alot of feeling when performing. Just like JC did. Imagine how much more music he would have given us had his like not been cut short.
readyeddy101 1 year ago
@readyeddy101 - Thank you for your comment. It just sorta surfaced while practicing another song. I often wonder what they were working on at the time which never got finished or heard. It's obvious they were on a roll as far as writing goes. And eventually Maury probably would have put out another solo albumn. Imagine seeing them now with James Taylor or Gordon Lightfoot!
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
well done, Bri. Thank you for this fine JC- song.
Have a good time
Michael
2xVitamR 1 year ago
@2xVitamR - Hello my German friend! Thank you. I'm guessing you play this one also?
Have fun
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
Nice cover of one of my favorite songs! I enjoyed listening.
Take care,
Rolland
rbheiss 1 year ago
@rbheiss - Hard for me to pick a favorite Croce song, it changes with my moods. Glad I didn't ruin it for ya. I hadn't planned on recording this one, it just came out while practicing another song.
best wishes
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
really nice performance! well done!
songmansinatra120 1 year ago
@songmansinatra120 - Thanx Mike, I just got tired of waiting on you to post this one..lol. jus kiddin'! I suppose you play it also? Would love to hear it, or sing back-up for ya. Catch ya on the rebound, stay cool
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
Hey Brian!!!!GREAT song-I like it!!WELL DONE,AS ALWAYS!!!5/5*****
Urankar3 1 year ago
@Urankar3 - Thank you my friend!
othercousin 1 year ago
Hey Cuz, sounds like you are back in the saddle and riding high, again. Great rendition of one of Jim's best. Amazing how that man's (and Maury's) music has stayed alive and well due to folks like yourself. All the best. ~ Mark
manriq47 1 year ago
@manriq47 = Thanx Mark, Yes I'm improving rapidly now. Appreciate the comment, I think Croce music will still be around in another 50 yrs. The stories and melodies are timeless and you would be surprised at the number of young musicians who are checking him out.
best wishes
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
Great job!!! You did it well!!
brpbrpbrpbrp 1 year ago
@brpbrpbrpbrp - thanx man, many hours of practice! But I was actually recording something else when I got frustrated and just started playing other stuff, you'll notice I wasn't really trying to sing, just piddlin around..But it seemed so relaxed that I decided to post it.
othercousin 1 year ago
This is really beautiful...playing and vocal. You put a little something special in every cover that makes it uniquely yours, but stays true to the meaning and emotional impact of the original. Well done.
mnnorthcountrygirl1 1 year ago
@mnnorthcountrygirl1 - Well thank you. I think this is the most relaxed post I've made. Got it in 3 takes. I appreciate your comment cuz that is exactly what I try to do.
Have a great weekend
bri
othercousin 1 year ago
Very nice man!
jherr5150 1 year ago
@jherr5150 - Thanx for listening. I bet you and I could trade songs all night.
othercousin 1 year ago
super nice,, cousin,, i,d be at your house every day, picking away if we were close,,
take care. your friend in Maine,,,,
BUGMAN63 1 year ago
@BUGMAN63 - That would be great! But the beer might get warm on the drive...lol
One less set of footsteps is next, I'm doing a collab with Johi.
bri
othercousin 1 year ago