Billy Strings “The Gambler” (Don Schlitz)

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  • čas přidán 3. 09. 2021
  • Billy Strings kicks off his two night stand at Virgin Hotels’ Event Lawn with what BS aficionados assure me was his debut of Don Schlitz’s “The Gambler” (made famous by Kenny Rogers). Recorded September 3, 2021.
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Komentáře • 68

  • @michaelyoung110
    @michaelyoung110 Před 2 lety +40

    If Billy Strings is within driving range, get the tickets. Crazy talent and a tremendous show. A complete WOW of a concert. I'm tempted to quit my job, buy a van and follow him around the country, lol. He is that good.

    • @dbrutiger8232
      @dbrutiger8232 Před 2 lety +1

      Well I would but I live in Australia and I doubt he’s ever gonna be in driving distance but would probably be worth the trip

    • @scratchpenny
      @scratchpenny Před 2 lety +2

      @@dbrutiger8232 He's getting big. He'll probably come to Australia one of these days.

    • @miksilplik
      @miksilplik Před 2 lety +2

      I saw him Saturday night in Atlanta and had my face properly melted. Holy crap they are SO GOOD! I'm a fan for life.

    • @Jay-lr3me
      @Jay-lr3me Před 2 lety +1

      @@dbrutiger8232 he will come to Australia eventually. Me and a few mates are going to see him both nights in North London in March. I believe its his first gig outside of America!

    • @cathyhoard7404
      @cathyhoard7404 Před rokem

      I did that.....I drove 6 hrs from Canada to Moorhead MN! OMG! Mind Blown!

  • @coryCuc
    @coryCuc Před 2 lety +18

    Man Billy's vocals are getting SOOOOO much better. What a damn good version of this song.

    • @warrenmcelroy4718
      @warrenmcelroy4718 Před 2 lety +2

      Can you imagine where this kid is gonna be twenty or even thirty years from now?? He'll be untouchable!

    • @coryCuc
      @coryCuc Před 2 lety +2

      @@warrenmcelroy4718 Can't wait!

    • @tanyaraven9492
      @tanyaraven9492 Před 2 lety +1

      @@warrenmcelroy4718 Already untouchable, imo.

    • @warrenmcelroy4718
      @warrenmcelroy4718 Před 2 lety +1

      @@tanyaraven9492 can’t argue with that

    • @wayne8276
      @wayne8276 Před 2 lety

      Was just thinking that . Agreed 👍

  • @theshyguitarist
    @theshyguitarist Před 2 lety +3

    So many young people at his shows loving the music. Gives me a touch of hope...

  • @SeeCSeesCC
    @SeeCSeesCC Před 2 lety +1

    Me and my Mom sitting with Don and his Mom at the Bluebird Cafe 1966 next night he won song of the year ❤️ it was a beautiful night

  • @cathyhoard7404
    @cathyhoard7404 Před rokem +1

    My Dads favorite song sung by my favorite band! BMFS!! Oh how I wish I could share this with my Dad one last time!!

  • @dilligaf700
    @dilligaf700 Před 2 lety +1

    Another treat for the ears from the LEDGEND Billy.

  • @jmille711
    @jmille711 Před 2 lety +4

    Love you billy strings. I’m not lying. Iv lived In Tennessee for 33 years. Never liked country music, but this man has changed my view. I love it now

    • @Lea99Jones
      @Lea99Jones Před 2 lety +1

      This is "country" in the broadest sense. He goes from Deadgrass to bluegrass to rock&roll. Also does a great job with the old time country... Thankfully doesn't touch today's pop country (American country radio fare)....

    • @timsmusic7349
      @timsmusic7349 Před rokem

      That’s because they should never have played that song without a banjo. That’s the truth.

  • @drexelsalyers1972
    @drexelsalyers1972 Před 2 lety +1

    This kid is amazing and I am a big fan

  • @balancingscales1339
    @balancingscales1339 Před 2 lety +6

    This very well may have made my whole year! They couldn’t have done this song any better!!!! ♠️♥️♣️♦️

  • @Jay-lr3me
    @Jay-lr3me Před 2 lety +1

    Billy really thinks about his covers, playing this song for the first time in Vegas! Good stuff

  • @MrCoop7
    @MrCoop7 Před 2 lety +3

    He killed that!!

  • @alan4sure
    @alan4sure Před 2 lety +3

    I was in a band just after high school, about 1974 I think it was, and we played this song. That's how far back it goes. A Kenny Rogers hit.

  • @lbhrn2007
    @lbhrn2007 Před 2 lety +20

    I've been to lots of concerts in various genres of music. I'm talking I've seen it all from death metal to gospel. And Billy Strings in concert is probably one of the coolest experiences I've ever had the pleasure to have. If you're a true music lover, make an effort to go see this guy!

    • @tanyaraven9492
      @tanyaraven9492 Před 2 lety +1

      You can tell by the crowd. Billy and his band are igniting everyone - even this old gal who's not much of a bluegrass fan (but I recognize and appreciate talent).

  • @dianehunsberger2271
    @dianehunsberger2271 Před 2 lety +8

    Kenny Rogers would be proud ! Is there any song BS can't do ...

    • @babswright2664
      @babswright2664 Před 2 lety +3

      I think he has them all covered. Exceptional performer. Not sure how he keeps them all in his head but I’m glad he does.

  • @shirleyharrison2580
    @shirleyharrison2580 Před 2 lety +2

    Great job on this one, like all of them.
    I'm not exactly 'young'..pretty much OLD & I love this young man, he is SO talented.

  • @Special_Agent_NSB
    @Special_Agent_NSB Před 2 lety +18

    Hank Hill’s favorite song. Fun fact.

    • @cbtbwb
      @cbtbwb Před 2 lety +2

      You're not wrong boss

    • @phantom33bb58
      @phantom33bb58 Před 2 lety

      Wrong!!. I used to live down the street from hank in Sarasota in 86. His fav song is east bound and down !!

    • @timsmusic7349
      @timsmusic7349 Před rokem

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @WisconnyJohnny
    @WisconnyJohnny Před 10 měsíci

    This was an amazing opener
    This whole show was special
    Was an easy rail to get :)

  • @gdbruin777
    @gdbruin777 Před 10 měsíci

    This is def on my bucket list. Great musicians!

  • @AndrewGrosman
    @AndrewGrosman Před 2 lety +1

    This kicks ass! Thanks so much for posting it!

  • @ellenpercifield1484
    @ellenpercifield1484 Před 2 lety +1

    SO befitting! Great to hear an oldie-but goody--!!!

  • @kaitlinmoore1420
    @kaitlinmoore1420 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for sharing

  • @civlwrbuf
    @civlwrbuf Před 2 lety

    Recorded on my birthday. Thank You

  • @lizd8094
    @lizd8094 Před 2 lety +3

    Thanks for posting! I was there. It was a magical evening.

  • @matthewchildres4364
    @matthewchildres4364 Před 2 lety +2

    There’s more country on that stage than the past twenty years of cma award ceremonies.

  • @angelovanoeveren7936
    @angelovanoeveren7936 Před 2 lety

    Wuuuuuhuuuuuuuu awesome!!!!

  • @sunshineharris1142
    @sunshineharris1142 Před 2 lety

    Wow I would love to be here

  • @crystalwilson625
    @crystalwilson625 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you 😊

    • @fark1642
      @fark1642 Před 2 lety

      Wow, how sweet BMFS is!!! 🐐 💕🐐⭐ 💜❤️

  • @AliceMulle
    @AliceMulle Před 2 lety

    Excellent

  • @kevinconnell2471
    @kevinconnell2471 Před 2 lety +3

    Billy Strings are amazing 🤩. Great cover of a classic Kenny Rogers song 🎵.

  • @willowwisp5784
    @willowwisp5784 Před 2 lety

    Epic!

  • @jimrose71
    @jimrose71 Před 2 lety +1

    BIG ON BILLY

  • @earthychef
    @earthychef Před 2 lety +1

    Great way to open the vegas run

  • @brianhart1343
    @brianhart1343 Před 2 lety

    So good! I hope he plays in BV

  • @poogster416
    @poogster416 Před 2 lety +3

    Good stuff bmfs

  • @sharonsakcriska2882
    @sharonsakcriska2882 Před 2 lety

    Somehow my mind goes back to"You picked a fine time to leave me Lucille"and me and John Paul singing with the radio 📻 1976 I think 🤔

  • @CreationsVibration
    @CreationsVibration Před 2 lety +1

    KENNY!!

  • @jacksonjackson2914
    @jacksonjackson2914 Před 2 lety

    Kenny Rogers baby made this song famous

  • @wayne8276
    @wayne8276 Před 2 lety

    Yup

  • @timsmusic7349
    @timsmusic7349 Před rokem

    What phone are you using? It captured the stereo ambiance really well. Maybe the iPhone does that automatically.

  • @josephkwasigroch3875
    @josephkwasigroch3875 Před 2 lety

    vibe

  • @connorsexton168
    @connorsexton168 Před 2 lety

    F# Is the best key there is

  • @brianbytheocean
    @brianbytheocean Před 2 lety

    Where is Green Shirt Guy? 😃

  • @sunshineharris1142
    @sunshineharris1142 Před 2 lety

    There

  • @thomasalden3524
    @thomasalden3524 Před 2 lety +1

    Don't miss this kid, just don't!!!

  • @snakepliskin9218
    @snakepliskin9218 Před 2 lety

    No masks and everyone is fine.

  • @mybike150
    @mybike150 Před 2 lety

    Nice job, but this song belongs to the one and only Kenny Rogers. RIP Kenny, we miss you.