Billy Strings ‘’Freeborn Man’’ 2/26/23 Ryman Auditorium - Nashville, Tennessee

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  • Billy Strings performing ‘’Freeborn Man’’ on 2/26/23 at Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee
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    #bluegrass
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    #jimmymartin

Komentáře • 592

  • @xxHiTopz
    @xxHiTopz Před měsícem +7

    I was the spotlight op for this show and I was mind blown. Still watch it to relive it. Legend

  • @andyderby150
    @andyderby150 Před rokem +263

    It’s not just Billy , he has a band of top notch players 👍👍

    • @corystansbury
      @corystansbury Před rokem +16

      He sure does. His band is unbelievable.

    • @docwill184
      @docwill184 Před rokem +2

      They're ok, if you like that sort of thing...

    • @wesweldon8350
      @wesweldon8350 Před rokem +3

      Facts

    • @gregfishel4559
      @gregfishel4559 Před rokem +19

      @@docwill184 and even if you don't like that sort of thing - they still are top notch

    • @CrispFTW
      @CrispFTW Před 10 měsíci +10

      Yeah, top notch, because he is that good to get a bunch of "extras" that good, because he is the real deal... look into it... Just saying, Billy is the man.

  • @stevemcgarrett303
    @stevemcgarrett303 Před 3 měsíci +9

    Dude is ridiculously talented. His band is too. They are all so good they make each other better musicians. They get better all the time.

  • @patbyrd9038
    @patbyrd9038 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Last few comments I praised Billy and I meant that I should have praised all of them my bad trying to make up for my mistake they are all great musicians

  • @jamesbillington9280
    @jamesbillington9280 Před 2 měsíci +5

    So glad to see high levels of musicianship in the younger generation, gives me hope for the future of music.

    • @janrom4153
      @janrom4153 Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks to the internet which offers an almost endless supply of recources, technical proficiency in younger people tend to be much higher than decades ago. Just check out youtube for the amount of 10 year olds and teens that can shred like there's no tomorrow. However, technical proficiency doesn't automatically mean good musicanship.

  • @dannytrammell2943
    @dannytrammell2943 Před měsícem +3

    I get in a trance watching him play the guitar. I have to stop myself. He is frickin awsome.

  • @elliotportner8020
    @elliotportner8020 Před 3 měsíci +10

    We watched as Billy began and now he’s proving his steadily growing greatness and deserved star quality which for many years will expand and evolve because he strives for excellance

  • @briantriplett2455
    @briantriplett2455 Před rokem +290

    This boy has tore up the bluegrass world if you ask me. Gosh dang can that boy pick it.

  • @chanceemfinger5430
    @chanceemfinger5430 Před 3 měsíci +10

    What can you say but’ WOW watching this young man. WOW!

  • @quintenbranham7752
    @quintenbranham7752 Před rokem +153

    I truly believe we are experiencing a once in a lifetime talent, BMFS Is amazing and so is the entire band.

    • @19tractor52
      @19tractor52 Před rokem +9

      I agree with what you said----nothing as good since Earl and Lester. (maybe the Beatles??) lol--- unbelievable---we're lucky to experience them.

    • @sibusisogumede
      @sibusisogumede Před rokem +3

      I agree there,Billy is on steroids if l may put!.He's one of a kind!!

    • @jeffdamon1098
      @jeffdamon1098 Před rokem +4

      I've never seen anything like Billy.

    • @paulceneybarbershop5146
      @paulceneybarbershop5146 Před rokem +6

      Hard driving bluegrass at its best,unreal

    • @scottdetter
      @scottdetter Před 7 měsíci +1

      Phenomenon is an understatement!

  • @whatalifewhataprice5261
    @whatalifewhataprice5261 Před rokem +41

    That’s a performance for the ages! 100% guaranteed Jimmy Martin was looking down and grinning from ear to ear.

  • @robertprock3639
    @robertprock3639 Před měsícem +3

    Thanks Billy for keeping Bluegrass alive phenomenal job

  • @teahorseguitarstraps1856
    @teahorseguitarstraps1856 Před rokem +300

    I love that he just keeps progressing as an artist. His playing is cleaner, tighter, and more expressive than ever, and he manages to both honor the roots of bluegrass while also pushing the envelope in new and interesting ways. And I swear his voice is improving as well!

    • @stephenedgecock
      @stephenedgecock Před rokem +6

      Tony Rice already did all that

    • @jysmtl
      @jysmtl Před rokem +22

      The great Tony has unfortunately left us. We’re fortunate that Billy is carrying on. And, yes, his singing has improved tremendously over the past few years.

    • @marionhoe1367
      @marionhoe1367 Před rokem +5

      Yes. And totally agree on the vocals.. amazing evolution of an artist!

    • @pweisz1
      @pweisz1 Před rokem +13

      Exactly. Billy is advancing the art of bluegrass by honoring its roots and traditions. His dexterity, his showmanship, his stage presence and most dramatically, his powerful singing voice, continue to reach new heights making him one of the top entertainment acts working today.

    • @dasonhandjr
      @dasonhandjr Před rokem +7

      This comment is exactly what I wanted to say. And yeah everyone knows tony rice did that. Thanks captain.

  • @davedawave4705
    @davedawave4705 Před rokem +210

    Love the suits! Very respectful in honor of those who created the genre!

    • @Johnny35130
      @Johnny35130 Před rokem +12

      Some of the people might not know. I'm glad Billy was wearing that. Keeping Opry tradition.

    • @teresacain4707
      @teresacain4707 Před rokem +7

      And the hats!

    • @pmangum6879
      @pmangum6879 Před rokem +5

      @@teresacain4707 Yes, the hats are awesome!!!!!

    • @patriotswin5623
      @patriotswin5623 Před rokem +4

      Looks a bit like SRV. And like SRV Billy has his own unique sound

    • @ShockwaveZero
      @ShockwaveZero Před rokem +1

      @@patriotswin5623 I've always thought Billy looks like SRV too it's uncanny. Even his voice sounds like SRV's

  • @afuzzykkitten
    @afuzzykkitten Před rokem +27

    I remember when the dust in a baggie video went viral years ago. Dude is a certified legend. Got himself a crew of talented boys right there

  • @chapmanscreekrevival
    @chapmanscreekrevival Před rokem +13

    I'm privileged to be alive to witness such talented instrumentalists at the beginning of their career. Here's to 50 years of shredding them strings. 🍻

  • @barrywilsonjr.1797
    @barrywilsonjr.1797 Před rokem +72

    He’s possessed right now. The force of energy surrounding Billy is powerful as Hell. He’s a genius prodigy just finding his way right in time!

    • @wesweldon8350
      @wesweldon8350 Před rokem +6

      He’s been doing this for years

    • @bigtimeadventures3115
      @bigtimeadventures3115 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@wesweldon8350Yea but he keeps getting noticeably better every year. It’s crazy.

  • @ChristyTedder-ok5ls
    @ChristyTedder-ok5ls Před měsícem +3

    Just simply tight as he'll Billy and the band...no comparison!!

  • @debbiebeall2933
    @debbiebeall2933 Před 8 měsíci +18

    Thank you Billy and the band for not letting bluegrass die , your awesome

  • @robertallen7186
    @robertallen7186 Před 8 měsíci +4

    THAT FIDDLER PLAY CAN PLAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYY !!!!!!

  • @jeffreysandhofer9670
    @jeffreysandhofer9670 Před měsícem +2

    great old song covered in the 70s by the Outlaws ! Billy brings it back in a classic BG way .... Keep on stringing Billy!!!!!

    • @Siltz1962
      @Siltz1962 Před měsícem

      BlackBerry Smoke does a great cover too. If you're into Southern Rock you should check it out.

  • @gsmeeuwsen
    @gsmeeuwsen Před 5 měsíci +3

    This guy's chops are second to none.....

  • @patbyrd9038
    @patbyrd9038 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Glad to see it in my life time once again fjb sorry about that couldn’t help myself

  • @d-not_telling
    @d-not_telling Před rokem +11

    Yes boys and girls, this IS what music looks like.

  • @csutton161
    @csutton161 Před 9 měsíci +36

    This has got to be the BEST version of this song I've EVER heard. Billy Strings keeps getting better, and his love and passion of this music is FELT.

    • @MrWilsonbw
      @MrWilsonbw Před 7 měsíci +2

      I prefer Jimmy Martin's version. But this one is good too!

    • @adamm5011
      @adamm5011 Před 6 měsíci +1

      Laughs in Josh Williams...

    • @NoName-qv8ko
      @NoName-qv8ko Před 3 měsíci +1

      Nah, sorry I have to disagree no one will ever do it better than Jimmy Martin with Vernon Derick on fiddle.

    • @keithhopkins219
      @keithhopkins219 Před měsícem

      Tony Rice

    • @sallypope7871
      @sallypope7871 Před měsícem

      Mark Lindsay did a pretty decent version as well. 😊

  • @LoganBischoff
    @LoganBischoff Před rokem +6

    Nothing like the Ryman. Billy and his band know how to light it up

  • @davidkopec9442
    @davidkopec9442 Před rokem +30

    I love these guys. Dressed to the nines, too. RESPECT

  • @shanephillips1730
    @shanephillips1730 Před 7 měsíci +12

    Who needs 12 strings when you can bend 6 like this?

  • @thegatheringhouse
    @thegatheringhouse Před rokem +24

    We all need more of THIS Billy Strings! What a band! And those duds....perfect!

  • @RobertFairweatherMusic
    @RobertFairweatherMusic Před rokem +31

    Dayum...he keeps getting even better. How is that possible?

  • @travis7091
    @travis7091 Před rokem +20

    Well this is my first time hearing this group and I'm speechless . His guitar said it all!

  • @turretstudios9907
    @turretstudios9907 Před rokem +30

    Already a classic jam ;) and the tone he gets out of that box… my god…

  • @elanabethfariss117
    @elanabethfariss117 Před rokem +50

    They are so tight! Love this band.

  • @jamiecorstorphine1271
    @jamiecorstorphine1271 Před rokem +26

    The talent on this stage is beyond unbelievable 👏 😍 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️

  • @kinosabi6075
    @kinosabi6075 Před rokem +17

    Hotdamn you guys look sharp! So happy to be alive right now to witness this sh*T go down.

  • @MelodyVillaMusic
    @MelodyVillaMusic Před 10 měsíci +10

    What a great band, they just keep bringing their "A" game, and we love it!!!

  • @cptntwang
    @cptntwang Před rokem +25

    They play this superhard stuff so effortless. Incredible

  • @IRONHORSE427RACING
    @IRONHORSE427RACING Před rokem +9

    Hasn't been a talent like Billy in a long long time.

  • @marksmall218
    @marksmall218 Před rokem +15

    Wow ! I've heard Billy do this before, on this song and others, but I'm certain this is, possibly, there best yet, on this song ! Wow ! Listen to all this band play them strings ! Love it ! Well Done Billy Strings ! And, All dressed up too, For the Ryman ! Love The Ryman ! I'm A Fan ! Well Done All !

  • @joecornell6179
    @joecornell6179 Před rokem +16

    billy strings is now on my concert wishlist

    • @kimberlydeeney5652
      @kimberlydeeney5652 Před rokem

      Same here Joe.

    • @TXRangersfanCardCeollector
      @TXRangersfanCardCeollector Před rokem +2

      I've been to hundreds of shows, and his show in OKC last year was a Top 3 show for me

    • @matthewbuxton4476
      @matthewbuxton4476 Před rokem +1

      Mine buck list SPECIAL THANKS 😊 TO NICK AND TONY (CLEVELAND, OHIO) FOR TURNING ME ON TO HIM AND HIS BAND 🎸!

  • @aburtch
    @aburtch Před rokem +81

    Billy knows history. Nailed those suits!

  • @danielfaulkner8586
    @danielfaulkner8586 Před rokem +10

    YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEHAW

  • @19tractor52
    @19tractor52 Před rokem +26

    These guys are the best thing since Lester and Earl-----all of them virtuosos!! WHAT A COOL LOOK! You boys LOOK SHARP!! love it Did he go back to a D-28 to honor the forefathers???sounds great.

    • @jysmtl
      @jysmtl Před rokem +1

      Hah! Good get! I bet he did choose a D-28 his Thompson specially to honor the occasion. Could be the one he got from Bryan Sutton?

  • @jaredsimpson379
    @jaredsimpson379 Před rokem +111

    Everyone on that stage are confoundingly amazing. Tons of respect to a group that seems to have tons of respect to each other.

  • @jamiecarter5083
    @jamiecarter5083 Před rokem +16

    This boy and his band......that's all I have to say......they can play!!!!!!!!

  • @reneehollifield9951
    @reneehollifield9951 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I Know He Knows What He’s Doing and Cousin Markus King has been doing it all his life ❤

  • @zirconarmadillo
    @zirconarmadillo Před rokem +12

    Tune takes off like a gasoline fire.

  • @patbyrd9038
    @patbyrd9038 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Yea blue grass needed some one like him too revive it go boy you on fire don’t stop please don’t stop

  • @thomastarwater2989
    @thomastarwater2989 Před rokem +16

    I have heard the Outlaws’ version and the one by Junior Brown. Both are great. And so is the rendition by Billy Strings (in white suit and cowboy hat) and his incredible musicians (in blue suits and cowboy hats). Billy’s microphone stand bears his name. While watching the video, I truly believe that Bill Monroe, Lester Flatt, Earl Scruggs, Mac Wiseman, Jimmy Martin, and Roy Acuff are smiling down from heaven.

    • @danielking2944
      @danielking2944 Před 5 měsíci

      He seems to be giving a salute to Jr Brown with his introduction. Just needs a little Hendrix

  • @tomlampros7122
    @tomlampros7122 Před rokem +6

    Billy was born for this stage

  • @normamartin8755
    @normamartin8755 Před rokem +7

    Billy says ya'll are gonna LOVE our music--- We say we are gonna LOVE YOU AND YOUR MUSIC❤

  • @kurtzwar729
    @kurtzwar729 Před rokem +49

    Billy Strings and the Boys absolutely burning the Rymans Auditorium down with the finest bluegrass anywhere. All Stars All. God Bless Billy Strings and the Boys. Love the Ryman suits.

  • @jamiekatz7591
    @jamiekatz7591 Před rokem +9

    His playing just gets better and better!!

  • @timwitwer6911
    @timwitwer6911 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Suited,,, Hatted ,,,, & Tied Up well done Ohio 'Grown"

  • @Mooseman327
    @Mooseman327 Před rokem +5

    This band is en fuego and just getting better and better because they're playing all the time. Continually on tour. Total dedication. Just like Duke Ellington and Bob Dylan and all the greats. Working hard every day. Bless 'em!

  • @michael-grandpamoses2571
    @michael-grandpamoses2571 Před rokem +11

    Making Doc, Chet, et al proud! Thank you kindly for sharing

  • @davidstokes8538
    @davidstokes8538 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Them boys ain’t no joke

  • @maywednesday
    @maywednesday Před rokem +54

    Billy Strings is already a Legend!!

  • @sunshineharris2623
    @sunshineharris2623 Před rokem +9

    What a beauty so talented áwe group of musicians I will never get enough love always your Sunshine 🔆🔥✨ thanks for sharing

  • @stevenvaughn7737
    @stevenvaughn7737 Před rokem +9

    100% Awesomeness

  • @123Shel12
    @123Shel12 Před rokem +18

    I don't see how the rest of the band keeps up with him! Absolutely amazing!

    • @paulaspeier3493
      @paulaspeier3493 Před rokem +3

      They keep a close eye on him for sure. Lol

    • @wshow11
      @wshow11 Před 6 měsíci +2

      @@paulaspeier3493They can play as well as Billy. That sure helps!

    • @paulaspeier3493
      @paulaspeier3493 Před 6 měsíci +2

      @@wshow11 a front man is a front man, is a real thing.

    • @wshow11
      @wshow11 Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@paulaspeier3493 true that!

    • @paulaspeier3493
      @paulaspeier3493 Před 6 měsíci

      @@wshow11 Merry Christmas , I had great tickets for his concert here in koln back in November...I had previously enjoyed Aaron Neville, Jeff Healy and a few others; wee place bad accostictical possibilities I wasn't about to suffer anxiety I knew would come from hearing him there...my loss. I told him right before he went on the road first time to enjoy himself that feeling will never come again. His skill is astonishing. I'm enjoying some old Leon at the moment. No space or time enough for all of the greats
      I hope those stringers stay together .

  • @mustluvseinfeld4444
    @mustluvseinfeld4444 Před rokem +4

    Does it get any better?!!!
    JUST WOW!! 🎉

  • @haze61151
    @haze61151 Před rokem +16

    Although I love Billy,,the banjo guy kicks ass right along with Billy,,I love to watch him pick, and I played bass with JD Crowe for four years and Keith Whitley for eight years!

    • @docstevens5605
      @docstevens5605 Před rokem +1

      Agree with you - You have the qualification and experience to make informed comment - Thank you I checked your site and your grand daughter sure has a fine voice. Cheers

    • @superjay42
      @superjay42 Před rokem

      Whole band is all stars! Billy surrounded himself with bona fide talent.

    • @haze61151
      @haze61151 Před rokem

      @@docstevens5605 Thank you sir :-)

  • @robertprock3639
    @robertprock3639 Před měsícem

    My favorite you guys are awesome 👍😎🤠

  • @redmoonspider
    @redmoonspider Před rokem +4

    I can't even think that fast. Just incredible.

  • @moonoggin
    @moonoggin Před rokem +8

    So happy they dressed up for the Ryman!! About got a cowboy riding that bass like a horse! Great show!!

  • @golfingfool777
    @golfingfool777 Před rokem +50

    Billy slayin' it on that 1947 Martin guitar!!!

    • @christyethridge3821
      @christyethridge3821 Před rokem +2

      Always !!! I think he sleeps with it 😍😍

    • @DabsDad
      @DabsDad Před rokem +1

      I thought it was a 1944 Martin D-28?

    • @golfingfool777
      @golfingfool777 Před rokem +2

      @@DabsDad It's definitely a Martin D-28. Not positive about the date, except that it was in the 1940s sometime, I believe.

    • @RicBergstrom
      @RicBergstrom Před rokem +1

      Carries in that Carlton Case......No more old tote sack. Brilliant.

    • @19tractor52
      @19tractor52 Před rokem +1

      I like his newish Thompson (?) but, I think his sound is better with this Martin.....astounding talent.

  • @suminagum6605
    @suminagum6605 Před 11 měsíci +4

    Can’t help but tap your foot or clap your hands. 👍👍👍

  • @ShadeeGroove33
    @ShadeeGroove33 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I was lucky enough to be at this show, and what a scorcher it was! The whole show is a bluegrass special on PBS now, too. I follow these boys all over the country, have seen them over 50 times and this is my FAVORITE Freeborn Man to date! Thanks for posting❤ I was too busy dancing in the pews to video anything lol

  • @joeseay2883
    @joeseay2883 Před rokem +1

    I love the way Royal plays that doghouse.!

  • @douglasalan5783
    @douglasalan5783 Před rokem +20

    Bluegrass is back…in force. I haven’t been this excited about bluegrass since I saw Doc and Merle Watson in the ‘70s.

  • @natrixxvision6997
    @natrixxvision6997 Před rokem +6

    He’ll never be as cool as Tony Rice, but he’s getting one hell of a lot closer than me.

  • @frederickboyce9693
    @frederickboyce9693 Před rokem +28

    So much respect! Hearing this beautifully haunting old Monroe instrumental performed to such tasteful perfection by these amazing young guys who can go as far out on a limb as they want, but keep everything so true to tradition when it's called for, is a revelation. Big Mon would be proud to know his music is in such capable young hands 27 years after his death.

  • @LTOTD
    @LTOTD Před 4 měsíci +1

    You gotta love Nashville and the Ryman - Billy is amazing as are the whole band

  • @quij7ote222
    @quij7ote222 Před rokem +8

    This was spectacular and I love the fancy duds!

  • @Automedon2
    @Automedon2 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Nice that the guys dressed. Real respect for that epic stage.

  • @ThaIzzyRock
    @ThaIzzyRock Před rokem +6

    Y'all had a great night from what i heard. Can't wait for Cincy in a few weeks!!!

  • @janetclark4885
    @janetclark4885 Před rokem +12

    Love this Guy and his music ; Billy and his band play everything Fantastic Rock, Country . Blue grass , yeh they are great

  • @chenoaron
    @chenoaron Před 4 měsíci +1

    Hardcore talented players giving new life to an old classical tune!. I love it!

  • @svo65
    @svo65 Před 4 měsíci +1

    i recommend if billy and band comes around....go see them. it is an experience!!! just saw them in asheville. nothing like em....and i've gone to concerts since the 70s.

  • @johnultimate1161
    @johnultimate1161 Před rokem +8

    This is so good, it made me stop my ADHD channel flipping and watch the whole thing. Thanks!!!!!!

  • @ChristyTedder-tp9dg
    @ChristyTedder-tp9dg Před 5 dny

    NAW NAW YALL❤❤❤❤

  • @Clyde6frame
    @Clyde6frame Před rokem +4

    One of the best things today is Billy

  • @greenkeez
    @greenkeez Před rokem +15

    STELLAR! Great recording, thank you very much!

  • @richiemcglothlin8864
    @richiemcglothlin8864 Před rokem +7

    First time I remember seeing Billy and the guys dressed in suits and cowboy hats. What was going on at this event. Looks great

  • @slak96u
    @slak96u Před 4 měsíci +1

    It is amazing to watch culture not only stay alive but also grow.

  • @justanolddeadhead3622
    @justanolddeadhead3622 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Band is great.

  • @mikeroullier6875
    @mikeroullier6875 Před rokem +7

    Hell yeah boyyyyeee!!!!!.. my musical ears really appreciate you and the boys!!! Thanx!!

  • @barry1705
    @barry1705 Před rokem +2

    On Fire 🔥. War ‘n that flat top OUT ! Jimmy Martin would be proud!! Just let it go!! 😅

  • @Carol-oj4js
    @Carol-oj4js Před rokem +8

    Billy an boys are at their best 💙 👀 soooooo good toooooo

  • @MAGAMANPATRIOT
    @MAGAMANPATRIOT Před rokem +11

    He's a great guitarist and he has one helluva band. I like the suits it's like paying homage to Hank Williams and others.

  • @petramang8064
    @petramang8064 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Seine Musik ist sehr außergewöhnlich, er ist das Enfant terrible des Bluegrass, sehr authentisch, kein romantischer Kitsch, ich liebe ihn❤

  • @tjf6346
    @tjf6346 Před rokem +11

    What a fantastic band!❤

  • @MrPhotodoc
    @MrPhotodoc Před 5 měsíci +1

    Billy always makes it look easy.

  • @TheLucasKadeHolder
    @TheLucasKadeHolder Před 9 měsíci +1

    Love seeing the comments from Older and newer fans like myself of bluegrass and seeing how much love everyone has for billy cause he’s awesome! Seen him live twice and helluva show!

  • @yetivanmarshall1473
    @yetivanmarshall1473 Před rokem +9

    What an Exhibition!

  • @valeriebreeden9291
    @valeriebreeden9291 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I just love him

  • @stevewoods293
    @stevewoods293 Před 3 měsíci

    I like the hat and boots look reall business looking and great sounds love good hearted music 😅😅😅

  • @ikkenhisatsu7170
    @ikkenhisatsu7170 Před rokem +3

    I love the way he goes from full-on bluegrass (including the clothes) to acid rock and wherever. Strings gives me hope for young people in music. And what a freaking great guitarist.

  • @lindamegli6582
    @lindamegli6582 Před měsícem

    Awesome !!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉