A classic song for an older man to sing at an advanced age , but the remarkable thing is that John wrote it as a much younger man , he had an uncanny ability to tap into the very essence of being human and , America.
He will be sadly missed , but his tremendous music shall live on forever........
I love this.I saw John in 1974 at the Stanford outdoor amphitheater.I remember when he says "They're opening the gates back there!".Everyone turned to look.That day changed me forever.It was sort Oh OK.This is American music.Amazing.I miss him.
John Stewawart's music transcended national Borders - he sang about real people and he was absolutely genuine. Being a uk citizen I never had the privilege of seeing John live but his music has made a profound and indelible Mark on my life. Thank you John. You were one of a kind.
I saw John with some of my dear friends at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium in California in 1970. Just back from Vietnam it was my first taste of "home". Buffy Ford was with him and his band that night. It was just after The Phoenix Concerts was released. He and they were amazing and inspirational and everyone in the house sang along. What a night! His voice was pure and strong and miles to go. God we are losing all the great ones. And now look what we are left with today. No comparison.
@valleyofgalon I remember that too. It was a little later than 1970, though. I was in the military around the same time, 1970-1974. The Phoenix Concerts came out in 1974. The audience would not leave even after the lights came on. The band came out for what I believe was the only unscheduled encore I have ever witnessed. I saw him in Covina around the time this was recorded.
John was a great man, musician, song writer, American. I would, and did, drive anywhere to see him in concert. His music is SO underrated. His patriotism is underrated. I got to see him at the Golden Bear, Crazy Horse, Palomino, Anderson's 5th... RIP John... autnneprodctionz... you should must be proud!!
I knew your grandpa from the days back in the early 1980s when I used to go into Hollywood alot. He was a simply WONDERFUL guy:sweet, funny, brilliant and alway so nice to all his fans.
@AutnNeProductionz - your grandpa was an amazing man who made so many people happy and not a day goes by that I don't miss him but also thank him for making my life better. You are lucky to have had such a remarkable grandfather.
@AutnNeProductionz Lots of us miss John. You are so lucky to have been close to him. He was a remarkable man in many ways - writing and singing were just a small part of many talents. This was my favorite song.
I was also saddened when I heard he was ill and then, after a while, no longer with us. He did many brilliant ones. This was one of the most moving ... Sweetheart on Parade.
This guy was Lindsay Buckingham's guitar teacher....Lindsay learned his proficient picking by listening to John play BANJO with the Kingston Trio. John was, unfortunately, largely under-appreciated except by the very best.
John Stewart was my favorite folk singer/writer. I especially liked Mother Country singin' about some of his heroes,and his Country that he loved so much. Old EA Stuart drivin' her stone blind. I've never taken music to heart the way I do when I listen to John. I thank him for all he has left us,and I do miss this fellow American,he was one of my heroes.
I forget which year it was, maybe 1969 but one night I saw all 4 members of the Kingston Trio at a club in Los Altos California called Chuck's Cellar. The trio with John Stewart was performing and Dave Guard was in the audience. After the club closed, a privileged few of us were allowed to stay, while Guard joined the others on stage, and they sang together for a couple of hours. Among the songs they sang were a bunch of Beatles tunes.
He wrote "Molly Dee" which has always been one of my favorite Kingston Trio songs. I saw him perform at a little coffee house on the campus of San Diego State University sometime around 1972 and saw the Trio in the 60s.
Grew up with his music.. My Mom was at the Phoenix concert where the album was recorded. He was never as recognized as he should have been. I think he would have been great on The Highwayman song....with Johnny, Kris, Waylon, and Willie.
Saw him the summer of 1970 at a club in San Clemente, CA, called The Four Muses. It was the Willard promotional tour. A bunch of us sang this in a talent show during junior high school.
John Stewart came to me at a very dark period in my life in 1973 and changed my life. I miss you John, like I miss George Harrison and Mickey Newbury and now the beautiful Mary Travers. Seems to me God takes the Beautiful People and leaves us with so many assholes. They died so young with so much still to give.
'Where did they go, all the good times I used to know...'
So sad that he died before i could see him live ( i just found his music recently) , watching this , he should have gone on to a renaissance like Johnny Cash did via Rick Rubin . Still , we have the music , treasure it friends.
hello john, i hope you get this. im writing concerning a lady who calls her self diggermoles the cherokee look her up on you tube under diggermoles the cherokee and listen to her song called i should have said know, a song about drugs. she has been writing for 35 years, and needs a break. take a listen......she has writen over a thousand songs
This was always a great song. But one thing that bothered the heck out of me is,who in the hell was Mister Bouie? If anyone knows. Help me put this thing to rest.(-:
I thought of that but in the lyrics it says he was of the class of nineteen-two,which I take it to mean 1902. Also if you look up the lyrics,his name is spelled Bouie. So I'll be damned if i know?
Very delayed response here - the Mr. Bowie (pronounced "boowie" just like Jim) in the song was the actual schoolmaster in Johnstown, PA during that real catastrophic flood. He and some of the boys of his school died in a second wave of the flood while, if I remember correctly, they were trying to dig people out of the muck of the first wave. The STUDENTS of Bowie were "the class of 1902," and the lyrics page you saw got it wrong because they were spelling it phonetically.
My mum had (and stil owns) an original copy of "California Bloodlines". I grew up listening to that Album, and this was and still is my favourite song. This song still makes me cry when it gets to the part "and he's drivin' her stone blind".. An underated talent, and its so hard in the UK to find his stuff. RIP John
Amazing talent. John & his beautiful wife Buffy Ford Stewart were friends of mine. When 'Bombs Away Dream Babies' delivered the runaway hit 'Gold', my husband & I moved from Hollywood to John's house in Malibu, at which point John and Buffy & their baby son Luke moved to a neighboring house overlooking Zuma Beach. Wonderful people. I'm blessed to have known them & seen them in concert many times. Long Live John Stewart!
I was in the beginning of th 1980's. I was in a record shop in Amsterdam. They had a large section of second hand lp's there, with long shelves against the walls on which a string of record players with ear phones were placed.
I ran across an old lp that was called 'Cannons In The Rain'. The name of the singer didn't stir any recognition in my mind. John Stewart. I put the record on and when I heard that strange, vibrating voice I instantly knew I would buy that record.
I hadn't read the liner notes on the back side of the sleeve yet, but I instantly realised: this was the same unusual voice that sang 'Ballad Of The Quiet Fighter' on that old Kingston Trio lp I had and liked so much. This was the same voice that told the story of the 'Reverend Mr. Black' on that same record.So this was John Stewart. Well, ever since that day I've been buying his records - all of them. Some people simply shouldn't die.
@Beverlys65 It is the first time I listening and watch him singing...? if it is singing at all, more like suffering about... Although, his gitar playing is very nice.
On a hot July afternoon in 1970, Bill Compton on KDKB in Phoenix played the entire California Bloodlines album. I immediately went out and bought it. Started listening to JS and have never stopped. John, I bought all of your music, saw you in concerts dozens of times,spoke to you briefly several times. I was stunned in January of this year by how much your music and words had become such a meaningful part of my life. May the spirit of the Lonesome Picker never die! Thank you more than I can say
I wasn't aware of his death, and the news makes me very sad. I loved John Stewart's music and he left a great lagacy of some of the best songs I have in my collection.
I have California Bloodlines (vinyl). He was and is amazing. This video is great and, for me, sad. He is / was so fragile. Only good part is - he was as unforgettable as was Sweetheart on Parade.
From the farewell tour of the trio in Anaheim to the Ice House in Pasadena and countless times at McCabe's -- all the way to Poor David's in Dallas, JS was the best! Can't think of any performer or celeb whose passing effected me more. RIP John.
I remember when this young man, a student from Mt San Antonio College, Pomona, Calif (Mt Sac), was selected to fill the 'vacant slot' created when Dave Guard separated from the Kingston Trio...John was selected over many other talented musicians that were hoping to join the Trio. John, you're a musical legend by your own merit. Keep on playing John...you and you music will always be remembered and loved.
I have heard there is a piece of classic John Stewart footage where he sings Survivors with a choir of children singing with him. I would love to see this, if anyone out there has it please post it. Big Thanks!
In 1974 I hitchhiked from Virginia to Tucson, crashed with R. Hiller on Helen St. and got knocked out by John Stewart's "The Lonesome Picker Rides Again"--still love that album. Sad to see him go.
Man....that is the first time i had ever heard him...i just sat there bawled liked a baby. I am going out tomorrow and getting that album...what a great performance, easily the most touching I have ever seen. RIP.
I heard that he was showing early signs of Alzheimer's, so I only hope that his sudden passing spared this gentleman having to go through it's ravages. He certainly was a soundtrack for my life so far. RIP
I was madly in love with John Stewart when he was singing with the Kingston Trio. I always hoped that he would wait for me to grow up. Alas! That was not to be....
Goodbye my prince. If we never meet again, I have sweet memories, and that's how it should be....
RIP John...I just found out when watching another YouTube video by reading a post that he has died. One of the all time greats and a true original. His songwriting talents were tremendous and watching this video I had to wipe the tears away several times. His stage presence was unforgettable, from "College Concert" on! Bless you John, say hi to Dave, Buck, Stan and the others. We love you always.
John, you are gentle hopeful love, kindness and courage. Undying strength, goodwill and spirit. Your wise presence remains with us always, within the lyrics of your timeless songs. Thanks for sharing yourself with us. We look forward to seeing you again. Until then we will know you in the enduring light of a distant star. --Brian
I'm a very sad man today. One of my heros has died. I was a fan of his when he was in the Kingston Trio but became an even bigger fan when I got his California Bloodlines album. And I was lucky enough to see him in concert four times. The last time I saw him in person was in August in San Francisco. He appeared at a tribute to the Kingston Trio. There were perhaps only forty people there. I got to talk to him and Buffy briefly at the end. I'm a very sad man today. RIP John Stewart.
This grown woman could break right down and cry.... this clip is heartbreaking to watch, John was so vibrant and sadly it's all slipped away now. Rest in peace you wonderful man.
I was lucky enough to be at the RCA studio A in Nashville, when John recorded the California Bloodlines album. It was one of the most memorable weeks of my love. John, we will all miss you, and we will all be better for having known you and your songs. Have a good show tonight.
With great respect and love, we will miss you. One of the kindest and most gentle men of anyone I have ever met.
"You long to see Cheyenne, And it's all right, it's all right with me, Your song is all that I am, And it's all right, it's all right with me. Only once around and they nail the top down on the long wooden box in the ground..." He just touched people with his music in a very deep way, especially the Dreamers among us.
John was my parents' favorite artist when I was little, and Bolinas was probably one of the first songs I memorized. My children are now older than I was then. But to this day, no one's music has ever touched me to the depths of my soul as John's has. Heaven sounds a lot more beautiful today. Rest with Ole EA Stuart, John. We love you.
Johnny I hardly knew ye, but I heard you in concert a couple of times, and talked to you in 1964 after a big KT concert in KC and you were so gracious and polite to me, just a fan and a groupie.
"The back of my hand/started lookin' like a man's/way back when I was only ten..." --John's take on life was so remarkable! I hadn't thought of that song in years, but it was the first line that came to me "when I heard, when I heard..." and now, John's songs are coming at me like diamond snowflakes...He should've won grammies for at least ten of his albums -- but if the masses "got it", then maybe John wouldn't have been the master storyteller he was for those who did...
I grew up listening to John Stewart (I'm 28)and I love his music. So sorry I will never get to see him in concert. Thanks for posting this video so we can remember how great he was! Does anyone know if there are any older clips in existance, pre 2000s?
So sad to say I never got to see John live but his music will never die. California Bloodlines will be a classic forever. I only got to listen and know about John a couple of years ago , I am now 32 so you see the music carries on and on and on - which shows just how great a singer / songwriter John was.
In a world where we must accept policie's of black and white to assure our survival-John Stewart offered us blues and gray's that allowed us to hold on to our dreams.WE WILL FOREVER MISS YOU J.S.
When you went to a John Stewart concert, all was right with the world. Nothing will ever come close to that experience again. Thank you for all those great shows Johnny Stew.
Can't believe he was only 68. I remember singing his songs and loving the Trio. Can't believe he was only six years older than me. Thanks for all the good years, John.
RIP to a truly great talent. I had tickets to see you at McCabes for February 2nd. I guess I will stay home and have a few drinks and listen to your music that night instead.
My best friend and I used to hang out a lot with John in 1970 or so. I even sang background vocals on Marshall Wind. I remember one night John came by my friends house. We asked him to play us the song, Willard. He sat on the piano bench and played it just for the 2 of us. That was a great moment.
Like many contributors, I think John is incredibly underated. Seen him in concert in UK many times and always, but probably wont be over again. So thanks for the video
"Back in Pomona, at the County Fair...Lying on my back with my ear on the ground, listen to the rhythm of the big old pacers comin' around". Yeah, John was really there.
i've always loved john stewart since he was with the kingston trio. He seems to get better with age. His voice is mellow and softer. One of the great american song writers too. Most of what he sings he wrote like this song. A great storyteller. Thanks for posting.
I began looking for "July, You Are A Woman" so, so many years ago...Haunted me. Finally found it on California Bloodlines. Wow..I found more on that album..Mother Country...what a gem!!! Cannot express what that song does to me..goosebumps every time!! This man is a treasure..what a waste more people haven't heard this song..Sweetheart on Parade..Oh, yea...
If you subscribe to Rhapsody you can download lots of John's brilliant early music/poetry. I didn't find 'California Bloodlines' but there are many, many wonderful selections.
Fabulous vibrato John. I cannot get enough of this video. Unfortunately all of my John Stewart records were destroyed in the Malibu floods (how ironic... ) of 1980. Bless you and Buffy, such beautiful, principled artists and human beings. Love to you both xxx P Browning's erstwhile wife.....
Bless you for this John. You are a national treasure! Back in the good old days you gave a part of my life intense meaning. Good to share it with you again.
An absolute treasure. Thank you so much. This song has haunted my soul since I was a small child. It made me cry then, and it still has the same effect. Bless you, John, and all the E.A. Stuarts and Old Campaigners of this world. This IS a true story. Google E.A. Stuart and The Carnation Milk Company (the canned milk people/Daisy the Cow). John's people raised trotters and pacers as did my husband's family. Fine old stories, magnificent songs.
Yeah, I've been watching/hearing John do this song since about 1971 when I first caught his show at the Four Muses club in San Clemente. He was great then, and he's still great. I regret not being home to catch him in Portland a couple months ago with Country Joe. Keep on playing, John. Thanks for the awesome posting!!
Damn! I just told someone the other day that he was gone... Then I listened to the Phoenix Concerts driving across the mountains yesterday, reflecting on how great he was. I am happy to hear that he is still with us. What an inspiration!
This song gives me chills every time I see John perform it - thanks for the chills - love to see more of you on You Tube John - could/would watch it all day
Great to see John on YouTube. Really appreciate you taking and posting this. As John says, "you have to watch the movie when you sing this song". It's easy to do...close your eyes and listen and E.A. and the Old Campaigner will materialize.
I posted a video of ten record albums I pulled from my record collection at random and John Stewart was one of them. What a joy to find this video and add it to my list of favorites. Thanks for posting it, and if you are the person who recorded it, you must be very proud. I know I would be.
I have heard John Stewart sing this song in live performance dozens of times since he wrote it 38 years ago. He has never done it better than he does it here - and this is two days ago.
Sweetheart on parade. Beautiful
fleetwood1111 6 months ago
gnight d a stuart
ghodium 6 months ago
A classic song for an older man to sing at an advanced age , but the remarkable thing is that John wrote it as a much younger man , he had an uncanny ability to tap into the very essence of being human and , America.
He will be sadly missed , but his tremendous music shall live on forever........
shackbhoy 8 months ago
omg totally overlooked or what
ghodium 9 months ago
A beloved singer who left us far too early.
djl1098 10 months ago
I remember seeing him at the celeberty theather in phx back in the mid 70's it was a great show i'll never forget him RIP John.
reddogs42 11 months ago
I love this.I saw John in 1974 at the Stanford outdoor amphitheater.I remember when he says "They're opening the gates back there!".Everyone turned to look.That day changed me forever.It was sort Oh OK.This is American music.Amazing.I miss him.
mosaic110 11 months ago
John Stewawart's music transcended national Borders - he sang about real people and he was absolutely genuine. Being a uk citizen I never had the privilege of seeing John live but his music has made a profound and indelible Mark on my life. Thank you John. You were one of a kind.
rellimdan1994 1 year ago
I saw John with some of my dear friends at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium in California in 1970. Just back from Vietnam it was my first taste of "home". Buffy Ford was with him and his band that night. It was just after The Phoenix Concerts was released. He and they were amazing and inspirational and everyone in the house sang along. What a night! His voice was pure and strong and miles to go. God we are losing all the great ones. And now look what we are left with today. No comparison.
valleyofgalon 1 year ago 2
@valleyofgalon I remember that too. It was a little later than 1970, though. I was in the military around the same time, 1970-1974. The Phoenix Concerts came out in 1974. The audience would not leave even after the lights came on. The band came out for what I believe was the only unscheduled encore I have ever witnessed. I saw him in Covina around the time this was recorded.
Duxinflite 11 months ago
I saw John Stewart at the Troubadour in LA in the early seventies and it is was such a great show that its still fresh in my mind. Great talent.
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IjdsjThdhj 1 year ago
"Mother Country" touches me in a way no other has. I miss you. Thank God your music will live on forever.
shortmunch 1 year ago
John was a great man, musician, song writer, American. I would, and did, drive anywhere to see him in concert. His music is SO underrated. His patriotism is underrated. I got to see him at the Golden Bear, Crazy Horse, Palomino, Anderson's 5th... RIP John... autnneprodctionz... you should must be proud!!
mrcliver 1 year ago
this is my grandpa i miss him so much
AutnNeProductionz 1 year ago 15
@AutnNeProductionz your grandpa will be missed by all of his fan's
reddogs42 11 months ago
@AutnNeProductionz
I knew your grandpa from the days back in the early 1980s when I used to go into Hollywood alot. He was a simply WONDERFUL guy:sweet, funny, brilliant and alway so nice to all his fans.
Babyhowdy233 10 months ago
@AutnNeProductionz
He, Nick and Bob were my idols as I grew up
Rembez01 9 months ago
@AutnNeProductionz - your grandpa was an amazing man who made so many people happy and not a day goes by that I don't miss him but also thank him for making my life better. You are lucky to have had such a remarkable grandfather.
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@AutnNeProductionz Lots of us miss John. You are so lucky to have been close to him. He was a remarkable man in many ways - writing and singing were just a small part of many talents. This was my favorite song.
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john9944 1 year ago
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I was also saddened when I heard he was ill and then, after a while, no longer with us. He did many brilliant ones. This was one of the most moving ... Sweetheart on Parade.
Mary
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This guy was Lindsay Buckingham's guitar teacher....Lindsay learned his proficient picking by listening to John play BANJO with the Kingston Trio. John was, unfortunately, largely under-appreciated except by the very best.
Rembez01 1 year ago
John Stewart was my favorite folk singer/writer. I especially liked Mother Country singin' about some of his heroes,and his Country that he loved so much. Old EA Stuart drivin' her stone blind. I've never taken music to heart the way I do when I listen to John. I thank him for all he has left us,and I do miss this fellow American,he was one of my heroes.
paciphish 1 year ago
I forget which year it was, maybe 1969 but one night I saw all 4 members of the Kingston Trio at a club in Los Altos California called Chuck's Cellar. The trio with John Stewart was performing and Dave Guard was in the audience. After the club closed, a privileged few of us were allowed to stay, while Guard joined the others on stage, and they sang together for a couple of hours. Among the songs they sang were a bunch of Beatles tunes.
rdifazio 1 year ago
He wrote "Molly Dee" which has always been one of my favorite Kingston Trio songs. I saw him perform at a little coffee house on the campus of San Diego State University sometime around 1972 and saw the Trio in the 60s.
thehistorywatcher 1 year ago
Grew up with his music.. My Mom was at the Phoenix concert where the album was recorded. He was never as recognized as he should have been. I think he would have been great on The Highwayman song....with Johnny, Kris, Waylon, and Willie.
tvterri 2 years ago
Saw him the summer of 1970 at a club in San Clemente, CA, called The Four Muses. It was the Willard promotional tour. A bunch of us sang this in a talent show during junior high school.
sanclementekid 2 years ago
John Stewart came to me at a very dark period in my life in 1973 and changed my life. I miss you John, like I miss George Harrison and Mickey Newbury and now the beautiful Mary Travers. Seems to me God takes the Beautiful People and leaves us with so many assholes. They died so young with so much still to give.
'Where did they go, all the good times I used to know...'
mrrayjd 2 years ago
unsung hero. but that's wrong.
he sang! buy "california bloodlines"
luftballon222 2 years ago
So sad that he died before i could see him live ( i just found his music recently) , watching this , he should have gone on to a renaissance like Johnny Cash did via Rick Rubin . Still , we have the music , treasure it friends.
shackbhoy 2 years ago
excellent work!
1888junkteam 2 years ago
hello john, i hope you get this. im writing concerning a lady who calls her self diggermoles the cherokee look her up on you tube under diggermoles the cherokee and listen to her song called i should have said know, a song about drugs. she has been writing for 35 years, and needs a break. take a listen......she has writen over a thousand songs
diggermoles 2 years ago
John died over a year ago, friend.
dawsonb 2 years ago
Brilliant poet...an American treasure. He speaks to all of us in a way that we can't ignore.
ScooterNerd 3 years ago
This was always a great song. But one thing that bothered the heck out of me is,who in the hell was Mister Bouie? If anyone knows. Help me put this thing to rest.(-:
easystreet123 3 years ago
I've always assumed he was talking about Jim Bowie, who made the knife
rockesque 3 years ago
I thought of that but in the lyrics it says he was of the class of nineteen-two,which I take it to mean 1902. Also if you look up the lyrics,his name is spelled Bouie. So I'll be damned if i know?
easystreet123 3 years ago
Very delayed response here - the Mr. Bowie (pronounced "boowie" just like Jim) in the song was the actual schoolmaster in Johnstown, PA during that real catastrophic flood. He and some of the boys of his school died in a second wave of the flood while, if I remember correctly, they were trying to dig people out of the muck of the first wave. The STUDENTS of Bowie were "the class of 1902," and the lyrics page you saw got it wrong because they were spelling it phonetically.
sensei48 2 years ago
Well Ill be darn. Thank you very much sensei48! I guess, I should read a book about the Johnstown flood.
easystreet123 2 years ago
wow im 40 allready the 70,s the song gold i was a little kid he had chics allover him wow time goes on
brianlowdown 3 years ago
My mum had (and stil owns) an original copy of "California Bloodlines". I grew up listening to that Album, and this was and still is my favourite song. This song still makes me cry when it gets to the part "and he's drivin' her stone blind".. An underated talent, and its so hard in the UK to find his stuff. RIP John
egnbigdave 3 years ago
I enjoyed your video, Best Wishes, Wayne
wweberpal 3 years ago
Amazing talent. John & his beautiful wife Buffy Ford Stewart were friends of mine. When 'Bombs Away Dream Babies' delivered the runaway hit 'Gold', my husband & I moved from Hollywood to John's house in Malibu, at which point John and Buffy & their baby son Luke moved to a neighboring house overlooking Zuma Beach. Wonderful people. I'm blessed to have known them & seen them in concert many times. Long Live John Stewart!
junietoonstoo 3 years ago
i just learned john stewart died earlier this year while searching for him on wikipedia.
although the voice may have grown older with the man, his spirit never did. john sings this with all of the pride of e.a. stuart.
god bless you, john. rest in peace.
nickanddeb 3 years ago
Love it.
StopBSing 3 years ago
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Gods Speed!
henrygem 3 years ago
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Glad you got a chance to see John. I never did, but I have sure heard him. And I am glad we had him, agree with you in every way. Yrs, H.
henrygem 3 years ago
I was in the beginning of th 1980's. I was in a record shop in Amsterdam. They had a large section of second hand lp's there, with long shelves against the walls on which a string of record players with ear phones were placed.
I ran across an old lp that was called 'Cannons In The Rain'. The name of the singer didn't stir any recognition in my mind. John Stewart. I put the record on and when I heard that strange, vibrating voice I instantly knew I would buy that record.
deboerdolf 3 years ago
I hadn't read the liner notes on the back side of the sleeve yet, but I instantly realised: this was the same unusual voice that sang 'Ballad Of The Quiet Fighter' on that old Kingston Trio lp I had and liked so much. This was the same voice that told the story of the 'Reverend Mr. Black' on that same record.So this was John Stewart. Well, ever since that day I've been buying his records - all of them. Some people simply shouldn't die.
deboerdolf 3 years ago 2
I think John Stewart sings "July You're A Woman". I would love to find this one on You Tube, but no luck yet.
Beverlys65 3 years ago 3
Beverlys65-
I would like that, too! Watching and hoping!
Yrs, H
henrygem 3 years ago
@Beverlys65 It is the first time I listening and watch him singing...? if it is singing at all, more like suffering about... Although, his gitar playing is very nice.
lullabyforbaby 1 year ago
@Beverlys65 it is on here watch?v=Q1iQLXM1e0I
ghodium 9 months ago
Thanks for this so many happy memories.
biggaspirit1 3 years ago
The great John Stewart replaced Dave Guard in 1961. Not an original member but no less a great contributor to the trio.
alienhuman 3 years ago
Nice music. I like his name even more.
jonathan1stewart 3 years ago
On a hot July afternoon in 1970, Bill Compton on KDKB in Phoenix played the entire California Bloodlines album. I immediately went out and bought it. Started listening to JS and have never stopped. John, I bought all of your music, saw you in concerts dozens of times,spoke to you briefly several times. I was stunned in January of this year by how much your music and words had become such a meaningful part of my life. May the spirit of the Lonesome Picker never die! Thank you more than I can say
nedphoenix 3 years ago
This song has always made me cry. But this version is by far the most moving I've ever see. Thanks so much! God bless Mr. Stewart, a great artist.
bw123 3 years ago 2
This is one of the "songs that made America famous", to quote Harry Chapin. John Stewart was and is a legend.
Mary
maryredmond 4 years ago 2
I wasn't aware of his death, and the news makes me very sad. I loved John Stewart's music and he left a great lagacy of some of the best songs I have in my collection.
Johnfern99 4 years ago 3
Something about this one reminds me of Johnny Cash.
Twardt 4 years ago
I loved this song. I loved "The Pheonix Concerts" so much I wore out the grooves of the record.
khJEDI 4 years ago
I have California Bloodlines (vinyl). He was and is amazing. This video is great and, for me, sad. He is / was so fragile. Only good part is - he was as unforgettable as was Sweetheart on Parade.
Mary
maryredmond 4 years ago 2
From the farewell tour of the trio in Anaheim to the Ice House in Pasadena and countless times at McCabe's -- all the way to Poor David's in Dallas, JS was the best! Can't think of any performer or celeb whose passing effected me more. RIP John.
LMUDewey 4 years ago
I remember when this young man, a student from Mt San Antonio College, Pomona, Calif (Mt Sac), was selected to fill the 'vacant slot' created when Dave Guard separated from the Kingston Trio...John was selected over many other talented musicians that were hoping to join the Trio. John, you're a musical legend by your own merit. Keep on playing John...you and you music will always be remembered and loved.
Farleft08 4 years ago
Breaks my heart. Had a recording of this ? 30 years ago. Has this ever been more relevant?
Mary Redmond
maryredmond 4 years ago
Condolences to Johns family and friends. He had a huge impact. John's one of the founding fathers of contemporary folk or Americana.
I always did like John's songs and his style. I believe I still have a copy of California Bloodlines on vinyl or cassette!
CdnBiggles 4 years ago
I have heard there is a piece of classic John Stewart footage where he sings Survivors with a choir of children singing with him. I would love to see this, if anyone out there has it please post it. Big Thanks!
amy6500 4 years ago
In 1974 I hitchhiked from Virginia to Tucson, crashed with R. Hiller on Helen St. and got knocked out by John Stewart's "The Lonesome Picker Rides Again"--still love that album. Sad to see him go.
adzedge 4 years ago
Man....that is the first time i had ever heard him...i just sat there bawled liked a baby. I am going out tomorrow and getting that album...what a great performance, easily the most touching I have ever seen. RIP.
OilyBumWees 4 years ago
Oily...that's what I and lots of others did when we first heard this back in 1969...and still do to this day...what a song! what an artist!
PS : You'd love his "live" version from the early 70s on "The Phoenix Concerts" available on CD.
sensei48 4 years ago
If you're feeling lonely
If you're feeling low
Remember that we love you
More than you will ever know.
I will go on loving you, it's easier that way...
thank you John, for everything
crazymona 4 years ago
He was one of the best and will be missed. I am 45 and have loved his music since the 1970's....his music will live forever.
Peace John
boomac62 4 years ago
I heard that he was showing early signs of Alzheimer's, so I only hope that his sudden passing spared this gentleman having to go through it's ravages. He certainly was a soundtrack for my life so far. RIP
helmuttdvm 4 years ago 2
Thank you John. Rest in peace. Never "put away those dreams"!!!!
ROD1945 4 years ago
I was madly in love with John Stewart when he was singing with the Kingston Trio. I always hoped that he would wait for me to grow up. Alas! That was not to be....
Goodbye my prince. If we never meet again, I have sweet memories, and that's how it should be....
Sallie
cqsallie 4 years ago
RIP John...I just found out when watching another YouTube video by reading a post that he has died. One of the all time greats and a true original. His songwriting talents were tremendous and watching this video I had to wipe the tears away several times. His stage presence was unforgettable, from "College Concert" on! Bless you John, say hi to Dave, Buck, Stan and the others. We love you always.
olytanis 4 years ago
John, you are gentle hopeful love, kindness and courage. Undying strength, goodwill and spirit. Your wise presence remains with us always, within the lyrics of your timeless songs. Thanks for sharing yourself with us. We look forward to seeing you again. Until then we will know you in the enduring light of a distant star. --Brian
--Brian
BrianEnright 4 years ago
I'm a very sad man today. One of my heros has died. I was a fan of his when he was in the Kingston Trio but became an even bigger fan when I got his California Bloodlines album. And I was lucky enough to see him in concert four times. The last time I saw him in person was in August in San Francisco. He appeared at a tribute to the Kingston Trio. There were perhaps only forty people there. I got to talk to him and Buffy briefly at the end. I'm a very sad man today. RIP John Stewart.
wayneinorlando1 4 years ago
Thanks for posting this. It's as close as I'll ever get to seeing John Stewart live.
ronstealth 4 years ago
RIP John....thank you for making us smile...and daydream.
Escul1960 4 years ago
This grown woman could break right down and cry.... this clip is heartbreaking to watch, John was so vibrant and sadly it's all slipped away now. Rest in peace you wonderful man.
1234ommot 4 years ago
we have lost a treasure...
ukeladyrn 4 years ago
I was lucky enough to be at the RCA studio A in Nashville, when John recorded the California Bloodlines album. It was one of the most memorable weeks of my love. John, we will all miss you, and we will all be better for having known you and your songs. Have a good show tonight.
slapfire 4 years ago
With great respect and love, we will miss you. One of the kindest and most gentle men of anyone I have ever met.
"You long to see Cheyenne, And it's all right, it's all right with me, Your song is all that I am, And it's all right, it's all right with me. Only once around and they nail the top down on the long wooden box in the ground..." He just touched people with his music in a very deep way, especially the Dreamers among us.
olyleroy 4 years ago
John was my parents' favorite artist when I was little, and Bolinas was probably one of the first songs I memorized. My children are now older than I was then. But to this day, no one's music has ever touched me to the depths of my soul as John's has. Heaven sounds a lot more beautiful today. Rest with Ole EA Stuart, John. We love you.
roberts1398 4 years ago
"...and I have not been known
as the Saint of San Joaquin,
and I'd just as soon
pull over
to the side of the road
and show you what I mean."
steviepeche 4 years ago
Saw him many times. Knew him a bit, talked to him now and then. Great man, great writer. Miss you, John.
aln53 4 years ago
Johnny I hardly knew ye, but I heard you in concert a couple of times, and talked to you in 1964 after a big KT concert in KC and you were so gracious and polite to me, just a fan and a groupie.
mainer98 4 years ago
Dear John,
Thank you so much for Lost Her In The Sun. I have no words to describe how beautiful that song is.
My love to your family at this time.
from Bonnie Scotland
Thank you.
trashysinatra 4 years ago
"The back of my hand/started lookin' like a man's/way back when I was only ten..." --John's take on life was so remarkable! I hadn't thought of that song in years, but it was the first line that came to me "when I heard, when I heard..." and now, John's songs are coming at me like diamond snowflakes...He should've won grammies for at least ten of his albums -- but if the masses "got it", then maybe John wouldn't have been the master storyteller he was for those who did...
mudflap7 4 years ago
I grew up listening to John Stewart (I'm 28)and I love his music. So sorry I will never get to see him in concert. Thanks for posting this video so we can remember how great he was! Does anyone know if there are any older clips in existance, pre 2000s?
amy6500 4 years ago
We're captive on a carousel of time. We can't return. We can only look behind from where we came.
us19 4 years ago
rest in peace thanks for letting us sing along
inwoodliver 4 years ago
John was a hero of mine.
John was a "personal" writer and performer.
This meant he played smaller venues.
He was always true to himself in his writing
and performing.
He touched many souls.
Rest Easy John
jonescarp 4 years ago
So sad to say I never got to see John live but his music will never die. California Bloodlines will be a classic forever. I only got to listen and know about John a couple of years ago , I am now 32 so you see the music carries on and on and on - which shows just how great a singer / songwriter John was.
nannerbj 4 years ago
So lovely to see this today. I was at this show. My mums flew in from the UK and timed her trip to see John.
Amazing presence. Great man.
waffster 4 years ago
I worked for John and his wife installing his satellite system
over 10 years ago...I walked by all his Gold records
hanging on the walls of his home in Novato, CA.
He took the time to tell me some stories about some of them...
He was a great man and musician and he will be missed...
RIP John...
roguealien 4 years ago
In a world where we must accept policie's of black and white to assure our survival-John Stewart offered us blues and gray's that allowed us to hold on to our dreams.WE WILL FOREVER MISS YOU J.S.
jwtosh 4 years ago
When you went to a John Stewart concert, all was right with the world. Nothing will ever come close to that experience again. Thank you for all those great shows Johnny Stew.
perryscafe 4 years ago
May he Rest in peace.
texs2007 4 years ago
What a great guy, we'll miss him.
MulliganBloom 4 years ago
R.I.P.
kaisenji 4 years ago
Can't believe he was only 68. I remember singing his songs and loving the Trio. Can't believe he was only six years older than me. Thanks for all the good years, John.
Solittletimetoomany 4 years ago
Great song. Great guy. We'll miss ya, John!
mzvelveeta 4 years ago
One of my heroes.
jonescarp 4 years ago
RIP to a truly great talent. I had tickets to see you at McCabes for February 2nd. I guess I will stay home and have a few drinks and listen to your music that night instead.
neonmoon82 4 years ago
America has lost it's greatest singer/ songwriter of our time. I am richer to have known him. Thank you for the gifts you gave us all..
Straydog
tommybball46 4 years ago
John Stewart died this morning at 7:30 am in San Diego. How wonderful to have this video to remember what an artist he was!
sensei48 4 years ago
My best friend and I used to hang out a lot with John in 1970 or so. I even sang background vocals on Marshall Wind. I remember one night John came by my friends house. We asked him to play us the song, Willard. He sat on the piano bench and played it just for the 2 of us. That was a great moment.
artiebarnes 4 years ago
Does anyone have a video for Midnight Wind or Gold (with Stevie Nicks)?
nhgypsy65 4 years ago
Like many contributors, I think John is incredibly underated. Seen him in concert in UK many times and always, but probably wont be over again. So thanks for the video
playerofseason07 4 years ago
"Back in Pomona, at the County Fair...Lying on my back with my ear on the ground, listen to the rhythm of the big old pacers comin' around". Yeah, John was really there.
Thanks much to whoever posted this clip.
Nefarioso 4 years ago
One of the most underappreciated singer-songwriters in history. His songs have always spoken to the soul. Americana in the flesh.
ScooterNerd 4 years ago
Truly agree. This clip was wonderful.Thanks to who ever posted it.
Theycallmemouth 4 years ago
i've always loved john stewart since he was with the kingston trio. He seems to get better with age. His voice is mellow and softer. One of the great american song writers too. Most of what he sings he wrote like this song. A great storyteller. Thanks for posting.
wayneinorlando1 4 years ago
Great song writter and singer.... Used to go see him in L.A. at the palomino club.
HepcatNZ 4 years ago
When the voice of the American Land was honored.
noor8 4 years ago
An absolute American treasure...a songcrafter of the highest order...few artists touch the soul the way he does.
ScooterNerd 4 years ago
I began looking for "July, You Are A Woman" so, so many years ago...Haunted me. Finally found it on California Bloodlines. Wow..I found more on that album..Mother Country...what a gem!!! Cannot express what that song does to me..goosebumps every time!! This man is a treasure..what a waste more people haven't heard this song..Sweetheart on Parade..Oh, yea...
animlsistr 4 years ago 2
If you subscribe to Rhapsody you can download lots of John's brilliant early music/poetry. I didn't find 'California Bloodlines' but there are many, many wonderful selections.
junietoonstoo 4 years ago
i have loved that song for almost 40 years! getting old - mem not the song. god he's good!!
piratejenny37 4 years ago
Fabulous vibrato John. I cannot get enough of this video. Unfortunately all of my John Stewart records were destroyed in the Malibu floods (how ironic... ) of 1980. Bless you and Buffy, such beautiful, principled artists and human beings. Love to you both xxx P Browning's erstwhile wife.....
junietoonstoo 4 years ago
NO SHIT!!
lwplwp 4 years ago
Bless you for this John. You are a national treasure! Back in the good old days you gave a part of my life intense meaning. Good to share it with you again.
phillipbrowning 4 years ago
An absolute treasure. Thank you so much. This song has haunted my soul since I was a small child. It made me cry then, and it still has the same effect. Bless you, John, and all the E.A. Stuarts and Old Campaigners of this world. This IS a true story. Google E.A. Stuart and The Carnation Milk Company (the canned milk people/Daisy the Cow). John's people raised trotters and pacers as did my husband's family. Fine old stories, magnificent songs.
junietoonstoo 4 years ago
John you will always be one of my favorite singers "California Bloodlines" incredible. love you always
reeferisme 4 years ago
Yeah, I've been watching/hearing John do this song since about 1971 when I first caught his show at the Four Muses club in San Clemente. He was great then, and he's still great. I regret not being home to catch him in Portland a couple months ago with Country Joe. Keep on playing, John. Thanks for the awesome posting!!
portlandjohn8 4 years ago
Thanks for posting this. Collected his music since early '70s.
ROD1945 4 years ago
Damn! I just told someone the other day that he was gone... Then I listened to the Phoenix Concerts driving across the mountains yesterday, reflecting on how great he was. I am happy to hear that he is still with us. What an inspiration!
losthills 4 years ago
This song gives me chills every time I see John perform it - thanks for the chills - love to see more of you on You Tube John - could/would watch it all day
watchinyoutoob 4 years ago
Great to see John on YouTube. Really appreciate you taking and posting this. As John says, "you have to watch the movie when you sing this song". It's easy to do...close your eyes and listen and E.A. and the Old Campaigner will materialize.
flyboy61b 4 years ago
great video!
REDNECKPEPI64 4 years ago
I posted a video of ten record albums I pulled from my record collection at random and John Stewart was one of them. What a joy to find this video and add it to my list of favorites. Thanks for posting it, and if you are the person who recorded it, you must be very proud. I know I would be.
Wisegeorge 4 years ago
Still going strong,still one of the best.
JoeM25 4 years ago
Thank you so much. Few songs or singers mean as much to me.
libbymorton 4 years ago
John Stewart is awesome. Thanks for posting this. There needs to be more John Stewart videos on You Tube.
JazzmanJeff 4 years ago
I have heard John Stewart sing this song in live performance dozens of times since he wrote it 38 years ago. He has never done it better than he does it here - and this is two days ago.
sensei48 4 years ago