Violin (by Amos Lee) - Ben Abraham

I don't normally film covers (especially for YouTube cos it can feel a bit like karaoke) but the moment I heard this song I just had to find a guitar and sing it for anyone who would listen. Every time I hear it I think damn I wish I wrote that.

I think one of the reasons it struck such a chord with me is that it feels so appropriate for the year I've had as a musician. If you haven't heard the original you should definitely see that right now: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9xiibKPmXA

Amos Lee has so much soul in his music - and I don't use the word as a genre classification. He's natural and raw - it's inspiring to watch and I hope he never sees this in case our paths cross some day.

Filmed and recorded on a Sunday afternoon in a Melbourne park.

Video and audio production: Luke Joiner http://lukejoiner.com/

Thanks for watching.
B

Category:

Music

Tags:

• final
• violin
• cover song
• maton
• amos lee
• guitar
• music
• acoustic
• cover
• ben abraham
• australian

[AuroraBlue76]

It always so awesome to hear a really great cover! Well done sir.

[benabrahammusic]

@AuroraBlue76 thank you that's real kind!

[erinMclerin]

Wow, I actually like your version better than the original. You put such amazing feeling into your voice when you sing. I can't wait until you come to Melbourne :)

[benabrahammusic]

@erinMclerin ha i don't know the original has some pretty stunning production but i appreciate your vote of confidence! also I live in Melbourne! best city in the world :)

[rachel70s]

oh my god i swear ur soulful voice made me cry and gave me chills....i absolutely love this song it's my favorite and u just made it better ...i just cant believe how amazing u r seriously thank u <3

[benabrahammusic]

@rachel70s thanks! and thanks for the ice cream cone at the end :)

[Dividania]

Man. Where can I buy your music? I would listen to you all day everyday.

[ADXIV14]

Does anyone know where I can get the tabs to this version of this song? Not on UG presently...

[digniteee]

love at first heard. you've got a lovely voice there.

[EMBuble]

You're just simply fantastic.

[allstar8683]

@benabrahammusic i think i might have to agree, i like your version a tad bit more. you are absolutely fantastic! not to mention a fox ;)

[LovelyRobbieO]

All I can say is that if you're ever in Montreal, you have a place to stay :) Love love your music.

[ShahBazidas]

Do you have an album out? I found you via Youtube by listening to Amos Lee's Violin, but I've already purchased his album, so I'm supporting him and I'd like to support you to.

[toje7]

Beautiful!

[tukidream]

Ben

You really sing this like it is the first time these words have been spoken...like a great actor getting into Shakespeare...very impressive.

And the film work and sound are seamless and flowing....one doesn't even notice it...and that is as it should be....but that is an art as well...so very good.

[guisouzadias]

Man, you're awesome. I had some goosebumps here.