Blues revival in Mississippi Delta brings "Kingfish" to music scene | 60 Minutes

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  • čas přidán 25. 06. 2024
  • It’s not topping the charts, but blues music is having a revival in the Mississippi Delta, an
    area where the music first flourished.
    #music #blues #news
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Komentáře • 724

  • @bk138gt6
    @bk138gt6 Před 7 měsíci +768

    It's impossible to overstate the importance of blues music

    • @rman229
      @rman229 Před 7 měsíci +8

      Why not?

    • @RemoteAdminJayJay2
      @RemoteAdminJayJay2 Před 7 měsíci +5

      Agreed

    • @gilh3947
      @gilh3947 Před 7 měsíci

      knowledge of basic musical theory shows the enormous influence of blues on popular music till today.@@rman229

    • @freddieward5860
      @freddieward5860 Před 7 měsíci +8

      Come to Los Angeles Mexico. Anything considered American culture, or black for that matter is considered offensive to the millions of invaders that continue to force their way into our society, yet expect us to move aside and embrace their language, culture and music instead...

    • @uppercut2246
      @uppercut2246 Před 7 měsíci +5

      It all started with Classical..

  • @brucecaldwell6701
    @brucecaldwell6701 Před 7 měsíci +403

    Kingfish is not only a great guitar player, but he's got a powerful voice as well.

  • @keithgupton9349
    @keithgupton9349 Před 7 měsíci +297

    Thank you 60 minutes for helping to keep the Blues alive. Great story.

    • @Primus-ue4th
      @Primus-ue4th Před 6 měsíci +4

      Yes. Thank you 60 minutes.

    • @freeto9139
      @freeto9139 Před 22 dny +1

      Although, they may deserve some credit; I must say in all sincerity, for myself, it is the other way around. I would not even have opened this video, had it been about (most likely) anything else.
      60 minutes is in debt to this topic, at this time, from this viewer s perspective ... 😻

  • @ImMoonMan
    @ImMoonMan Před 16 dny +12

    seeing kingfish will set your heart and soul into a frenzy, the man is gifted 🎸

  • @harryh5620
    @harryh5620 Před 7 měsíci +80

    I saw Kingfish at a bar on Frenchman street in NOLA about 5 years ago - just in a bar with a band, no cover - just folks having drinks. Dude TORE IT UP. I didn't quite know what i was seeing.

  • @DrMario_666
    @DrMario_666 Před 7 měsíci +175

    Saw Kingfish at a tiny venue in Denver a few years ago and he was just phenomenal. Cannot recommend him enough.

    • @mikedovsky
      @mikedovsky Před 7 měsíci +6

      I have watched him online. When it comes to the blues, he is the best out there! And only 24 years old.

    • @josephgallagher945
      @josephgallagher945 Před 7 měsíci +5

      ​@@mikedovskytry Marcus King too.

    • @mikedovsky
      @mikedovsky Před 7 měsíci

      I have seen him on youtube as well. He is just so talented. Great singer, songwriter guitarist. He's got it all!@@josephgallagher945

    • @CatPartyTRex
      @CatPartyTRex Před 27 dny

      Tonight for me -- same recommendation to EVERYONE. Go see this man and his band.

  • @RyanFixesCars
    @RyanFixesCars Před 7 měsíci +151

    I'm 37, been playing the blues for over 25 years now! Seeing this story come across my feed, gave me goosebumps, I still have them now while typing this!!
    LONG LIVE THE BLUES! 💙

  • @Bagelrob399
    @Bagelrob399 Před 7 měsíci +38

    The blues will never die, it's music we all can relate to.

  • @meowco69
    @meowco69 Před 7 měsíci +100

    I remember hearing about kingfish a few years back and thinking at that time this kid is incredible! So great to see him getting more exposure globally

    • @CJZM7777
      @CJZM7777 Před 7 měsíci +4

      He's getting better every time I see him. His playing and vocals are outstanding in this video and he's improved enormously.

  • @johnhaas9984
    @johnhaas9984 Před 7 měsíci +83

    I love Morgan Freeman more and more. He, despite his fame, has to be the most down to earth celebrity on the planet. There is much to be admired about that man. He IS a national treasure whose life should be an inspiration to everyone.

    • @CategoricalImperative
      @CategoricalImperative Před 7 měsíci +9

      Guess what… he’s also a licensed pilot 😮.
      True story.

    • @stormbringercoming8105
      @stormbringercoming8105 Před 7 měsíci +4

      The reason Fairchild is “down to earth”, is because he worked hard at his craft and wasn’t discovered until late in life. He’s more than paid his dues.

    • @theethnicist5678
      @theethnicist5678 Před 5 měsíci +1

      ​@@CategoricalImperative
      😮😃 wow!!
      I never knew that?!

  • @d-not_telling
    @d-not_telling Před 7 měsíci +71

    Blues is life. As long as there is life, there will be blues!

  • @pokethebear5788
    @pokethebear5788 Před 7 měsíci +22

    I can’t believe it took this long for a special on Kingfish. I’ve been listening to him for almost 6 years and have been sharing his music to all that will listen

  • @orngejoos
    @orngejoos Před 7 měsíci +43

    When James Johnson says "I hear it and it sounds good to me and I play for the love of it."....thats the spirit that will insure that the blues will live forever. It's not pop music to be consumed by the masses. It's music that reaches out and grabs ahold of your soul and if you're lucky you let it. And if you don't...thats ok, it'll get you soon enough.

  • @chrisbluma7942
    @chrisbluma7942 Před 7 měsíci +23

    I only knew Kingfish as a guitar player. Turns out he has a perfect voice too. Incredible talent and amazing skills.

  • @lawrenceklein3524
    @lawrenceklein3524 Před 7 měsíci +21

    This is the best 60 minutes interview I've seen in quite a long while. Reason being, Kingfish. The young man will only get better!
    Mad respect!

  • @aaronnichols9444
    @aaronnichols9444 Před 7 měsíci +86

    I’ve seen Kingfish listed #1 on several “Best Guitar Players” alive today. Quite an accomplishment for a young 24 year old musician from Mississippi, so freakin awesome!

  • @Isahiyella
    @Isahiyella Před 7 měsíci +9

    Saw Kingfish a few years back, very humble and kind. After his incredible performance he sat down at the table where he was selling shirts, CDs, LPs and hand signed everything and shook everyones hand.

  • @jonasjacobsen9702
    @jonasjacobsen9702 Před 7 měsíci +16

    Blues started it all. The true foundation of all popular western music.

  • @jamesthomas4868
    @jamesthomas4868 Před 25 dny +3

    This man is a absolute inspiration to me and his talent is overwhelming. These kinds of musical artists are to me more valuable than anything.

  • @CreekLocseed
    @CreekLocseed Před 4 měsíci +12

    I’m 25 and from Augusta Georgia. Soul music has always been integral. That man kingfish is something special LET ME TELL YOU!! I’ll be a life long fan. May peace and light be upon him!

  • @jamescolvin575
    @jamescolvin575 Před 7 měsíci +18

    I've been a Kingfish fan for a while. He's so talented. Articulate, and loaded with charisma. He's going to be one of the greats!

  • @chuyler5333
    @chuyler5333 Před 7 měsíci +17

    Saw this dude Kingfish open for Buddy Guy.
    He the blew the Hollywood Bowl away.We have to support the blues.

  • @SD80
    @SD80 Před 5 dny +1

    Music brings everyone together……the blues guitar is truly refreshing

  • @Afrocentricpoet
    @Afrocentricpoet Před 7 měsíci +26

    Blues still thrives around the country. Buddy guy,Robert cray, tito Jackson an others keep it alive.

    • @Afrocentricpoet
      @Afrocentricpoet Před 7 měsíci +4

      Btw folks check out tito Jackson. He sings well. An yes tito from the Jackson 5

    • @cycologist7069
      @cycologist7069 Před 7 měsíci +1

      Gary Clark Jr bringing in younger folks.

  • @patrickhite3026
    @patrickhite3026 Před 7 měsíci +11

    I've lived in Webb, Tutwiler, & Indianola & we used to go to Clarksdale every weekend...Reds & Groundzero are fantastic places to hear real blues music..I miss Mississippi..It has its own beauty with its cotton fields & catfish farms...Long live the blues.

    • @kimberlycanales916
      @kimberlycanales916 Před 5 měsíci +6

      Born in Helena, AR. lived in Lula, MS. and went to school in Clarksdale, MS. My dad worked in Frairs Point, MS. Down here, you're born with the blues. It's in your blood. It's the poorest part of the country. Escaping this place is a miracle. Kingfish is an inspiration to all that it is possible to get out of here.

  • @AnnaMorris411
    @AnnaMorris411 Před 7 měsíci +16

    I met Kingfish after he performed here in Michigan, yes we love him up here too!

  • @robertarena5206
    @robertarena5206 Před 7 měsíci +49

    Kingfish is amazing! saw him perform terrific!!

  • @rommelrivera1186
    @rommelrivera1186 Před 7 měsíci +28

    Saw him at the Orpheum in Phoenix. This young man and his band are among the finest in modern music. He's an absolute genius! But give him time. He'll get better.

  • @mkcstudiollc5948
    @mkcstudiollc5948 Před 6 měsíci +9

    Blues music is played everywhere. It's no where near dying. It's thriving, as always...

  • @b.vonschnauser207
    @b.vonschnauser207 Před 6 měsíci +10

    SRV rekindled wide interest in the blues in the '80s. The blues needs artists like Kingfish to draw in new generations of fans, and musicians.

  • @flowroll777
    @flowroll777 Před 7 měsíci +9

    I've been playing guitar and singing about 25yrs.... KingFish is the truth, the guy is connected to the guitar like very few come before him.

  • @thakozhani
    @thakozhani Před 6 měsíci +6

    My grandparents actually grew up in the Clarksdale MS Delta..the spirit of the blues lives today

  • @underground1976
    @underground1976 Před 6 měsíci +6

    I spent two days down there once and enjoyed that place and club ebony .this wS several years before we lost Mr king.ive traveled the country and been to many many places of beauty and history.this spot was my favorite.the locals were as humble and kind as any place I ever stood upon in my lifetime..everyone should take time to visit I promise you'll love it

  • @MarkGardner66Bonnie
    @MarkGardner66Bonnie Před 7 měsíci +8

    WOW!...When Morgan Freeman was asked about Blues music...I thought to myself "It has soul..."...and then said the same thing! This is powerful music...

  • @lynngipe5981
    @lynngipe5981 Před 7 měsíci +26

    LOVE this piece! My bucket list just got longer. I hope to see Kingfish perform & visit Clarksdale.

    • @The_Flagrant2
      @The_Flagrant2 Před 5 měsíci +1

      Doesn’t have to be in clarksdale.. he tours all over. I just saw him in austin TX. Incredible

  • @yagsmoodley6654
    @yagsmoodley6654 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Thank you for keeping musical history alive and for eternity, for us and all to remember, and NEVER forget, NEVER forget❤🙏🏽✊🏾👍🏾👋🏽✊🏾👍🏾♥️

  • @christopherschlacter4953
    @christopherschlacter4953 Před 7 měsíci +14

    I saw Kingfish perform 2 years ago, that young man is a force of nature with a tone that is scorching and impeccable.

  • @rochford59
    @rochford59 Před 7 měsíci +9

    The Blues...the foundation of the human soul...without it we're just empty vessels!❤😊

  • @gcrook
    @gcrook Před 7 měsíci +9

    Been listening to Kingfish for a while now, he's still my favorite "new generation" Blues Artist.
    When he performs, it is a powerful sound where flesh and spirit collide.....
    He's the guy, and then there's everybody else....✌💯

  • @jazzdrumguy5044
    @jazzdrumguy5044 Před 4 dny +1

    I took my 11 and 15 year old dudes with me down to the Crossroads last summer - Clarksdale was quite depressed but you could hear, see and smell the blues!!!! We came back with MOJO!!!!

  • @thebountyhunter2783
    @thebountyhunter2783 Před 25 dny +2

    I can't say enough about my buddy and his great talent. He is the Blues man of this century. Buddy you are my Blues man from the first time I heard you.

  • @BoulevardTrash99
    @BoulevardTrash99 Před 6 měsíci +6

    I was born a poor white boy in Biloxi MS, i like to listen to the blues because we lived the blues

  • @officalhumblefish565
    @officalhumblefish565 Před 7 měsíci +6

    My band is from Flordia and we're a new blues band with an album out now and a new album coming next year.
    The blues is on the verge of coming back strong and new

  • @cmay4242
    @cmay4242 Před 7 měsíci +5

    I saw Kingfish in concert last year while at work, I was very impressed

  • @135chelmer
    @135chelmer Před 7 měsíci +5

    I’m from Australia and was recently in the US where I drove the Blues Highway through Tunica and Clarksdale. I visited Morgan Freeman’s “Ground Zero Blues Club” but unfortunately I didn’t get to see a show. I hope to get back there soon. I ❤ that area of Mississippi and Arkansas.

  • @jamesbrugaletta9059
    @jamesbrugaletta9059 Před 7 měsíci +7

    Have more shows like this keep the Blues music alive

  • @jimjewell9438
    @jimjewell9438 Před 7 měsíci +12

    I was Kingfish open for Buddy Guy in Memphis at the Orpheum. It was a hell of a show and Kingfish is an awesome Blues player.

  • @markthespark6240
    @markthespark6240 Před 7 měsíci +7

    Saw Kingfish in Australia last year. Nothing short of amazing.

    • @andrewjohnston359
      @andrewjohnston359 Před 27 dny

      I had no idea he toured overseas...I would have loved to see him over here!

  • @thesunrisechannel
    @thesunrisechannel Před 6 měsíci +4

    The Blues had a baby...and they named it Rock n Roll...Excellent...Thanks for posting the full multi-part story in high res.

  • @jeffgibson1816
    @jeffgibson1816 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Morgan F.is the absolute definition of an Icon and Gentleman,he will never happen again.

  • @maxpuppy96
    @maxpuppy96 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Kingfish has it all, great guitar player and a beautiful voice.

  • @RyneMurray23
    @RyneMurray23 Před 7 měsíci +4

    This is beautiful. Everyone in the guitar community who appreciates r&b, and jazz is gonna keep it alive. I know I try my best 🔥🔥

  • @RobertDurham-zz1gt
    @RobertDurham-zz1gt Před 7 měsíci +7

    Without the blues we would be no where. Blues is where it all began

  • @pedromoose8860
    @pedromoose8860 Před 7 měsíci +5

    And he inspires this 54 y.o. guitar player to try just a little bit harder! Thanks to 60-min for this piece and thanks to Kingfish and all who came before him for the music!

  • @kylewood8327
    @kylewood8327 Před 7 měsíci +8

    I found the “British Blues” in the 70’s. Loved it. Then went backwards to the likes of Muddy Waters and BB King, Albert King, etc. And love that too. Stevie, Jonny, and now Kingfish. Keep’m coming

  • @msays1275
    @msays1275 Před 7 měsíci +8

    This is AWESOME!! I love this whole story...from the history to the new KingFish!!!!💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

  • @stevemurray2737
    @stevemurray2737 Před 7 měsíci +11

    This Kid is “The Heir” to the Blues Crown… Marcus King, Derek Trucks.. Lot’s of great stuff out there!

  • @NotYourTypicalNegro
    @NotYourTypicalNegro Před 7 měsíci +8

    So proud of Kingfish. Been watching him since he was 12 years old.

    • @catdaddy3302
      @catdaddy3302 Před 7 měsíci

      Me too! He was a child prodigy. 💙

  • @smash666
    @smash666 Před 7 měsíci +6

    Music from the Heart ❤️

  • @stephenwilliams3807
    @stephenwilliams3807 Před 7 měsíci +17

    I saw Kingfish in little old Adelaide in South Australia, Australia, pretty much as far away from the Mississippi Delta as you can get. He was absolutely amazing. Just fantastic.

  • @thumbsaloft
    @thumbsaloft Před 7 měsíci +7

    Some of the ABSOLUTE BEST MUSIC God ever created!

  • @charliedillon1400
    @charliedillon1400 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Kingfish is so humble and talented!! Hope he gets healthy and stays around for a very long time!

  • @devonmoors
    @devonmoors Před 7 měsíci +11

    Great music, without digital contamination!

  • @josephfrancis997
    @josephfrancis997 Před 5 měsíci +5

    Nothing like the blues 💙

  • @joeseamon4800
    @joeseamon4800 Před 7 měsíci +5

    we saw Kingfish at Sweden Rock this year and he was incredible

  • @ponderingmonk525
    @ponderingmonk525 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Kingfish slaps. He’s been great for years. Glad he’s getting the attention he deserves

  • @sporkfindus4777
    @sporkfindus4777 Před 7 měsíci +8

    I haven't heard of Kingfish before, but I love when confident players straddle the blues and jazz. Doing it on a Tele Deluxe is something else!!

  • @shawnhopkins6563
    @shawnhopkins6563 Před 7 měsíci +11

    Thanks for this, 52 years old and I love blues more than any music out there.

  • @ezrafigueroa5424
    @ezrafigueroa5424 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Well done, 60 Minutes. Lived in Memphis 7 years and truly learned to appreciate "Beale Street" as well as every blues bar in the area. Saw BB as well as many others many times and ate ribs too many times! In my head I still hear the question "wet or dry" with the blues reverberating against the old brick walls. I have been living overseas now for 31 years and still "freaking love the blues! Thank you, 60 minutes. It has brought back great memories.

  • @lucagattoni-celli1377
    @lucagattoni-celli1377 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Robert Johnson singing about going down to the crossroads gives me chills every time.

  • @user-cs3hi8zp7p
    @user-cs3hi8zp7p Před 7 měsíci +4

    Kingfish is the man!! Dude has skills dripping out his ears & his music is not only awesome, but addictive!💪😎👍

  • @ChrisSMurphy1
    @ChrisSMurphy1 Před 7 měsíci +4

    fantastic…Nothing compares to this country’s amazing history and stories

  • @MBH5587
    @MBH5587 Před 7 měsíci +3

    I’m very happy to know that New Face of the roots of the Blues is Kingfish…a young talented person on color from the south..Long Live The Blues..!🎸🎶

  • @Jedizen07
    @Jedizen07 Před 7 měsíci +6

    SO LOVE this story!

  • @directorytaliwag4100
    @directorytaliwag4100 Před 6 měsíci +3

    Voice is strong. This gent is a powerhouse. He’s right, blues ain’t goin’ nowhere.

  • @masteryoda498
    @masteryoda498 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Blues was also foundational to rock music as well.
    Kingfish is an outstanding guitarist and vocalist, I hope he has a very successful musical career.

  • @bassondlovu7660
    @bassondlovu7660 Před 4 dny

    Blues blues blues such a soulful music for sure it ain't going anywhere

  • @royglosomful
    @royglosomful Před 6 měsíci +3

    Like King Fish said Blues aint going nowhere. The Blues is a feeling,down inside you, listen to that guitar oooh my lord. You can feel the soul coming out to tell the feeling of the story. The Blues makes me feel good, not sad. Kudos to Morgan Freeman for keeping the Blues alive at home, where it all started.

  • @ThePamjo
    @ThePamjo Před 7 měsíci +2

    Awesome. Been loving blues for nearly 40 years.

  • @zenmaestro04
    @zenmaestro04 Před 7 měsíci +6

    First Jason Isbell now this!?? Thank you for covering great contemporary music 60 minutes!

  • @dlv85721
    @dlv85721 Před 7 měsíci +8

    Luv the Blues !!!!

  • @leelee2632
    @leelee2632 Před 21 dnem

    What a treat! Thank you 60 minutes for sharing this with the world.

  • @hazor777
    @hazor777 Před 6 měsíci +3

    I e been telling a lot of people about this “kid” ( I say “kid” , but I know he’s now in his early twenties) - I always say he’s a tour de force , bringing the Blues back to the forefront - a phenomenal player.

  • @ec8687
    @ec8687 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Just started listening to his music. It’s amazing

  • @thecowboypreacher6568
    @thecowboypreacher6568 Před 5 měsíci +1

    This man is a reincarnation of many blues souls. So happy he’s keeping this alive

  • @theknow7557
    @theknow7557 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Nothing tells a story like the Blues!!

  • @dougstclair1782
    @dougstclair1782 Před 7 měsíci +14

    I can't help but miss SRV. Best live performer I've ever seen.

  • @claydobbins9342
    @claydobbins9342 Před měsícem +1

    Good luck and much success to you, Kingfish.
    Love your style.

  • @karenyoung1794
    @karenyoung1794 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I saw him for the 1st time in January 2020 I'm Nashville. He's just incredible! 👏...saw him several times after that. Including in Holland! PACKED HOUSE!🎸🎶👏

  • @livingnoise6399
    @livingnoise6399 Před 7 měsíci +3

    I love this. Long live the blues!

  • @richardmendoza4389
    @richardmendoza4389 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I learned about Kingfish about a yr ago. I knew he was going places, & now a Grammy? Incredible, & well-deserved. Congrats! ❤😊

  • @scottangle574
    @scottangle574 Před 6 měsíci +1

    I saw Kingfish serval years ago in Houston and also in New Orleans. He always puts on a good show. It's great to have a young guy out there playing the blues for many years to come.

  • @davebertoletti
    @davebertoletti Před 7 měsíci +3

    Christone is a talented musician but, maybe more importantly, also very intelligent, incredibly nice and well aware of the meaning of the music he’s playing. He’s a great inspiration for the young generations, regardless of the art they are willing to perform.

  • @lifeaquatic7407
    @lifeaquatic7407 Před 6 měsíci +2

    I saw him play recently, absolutely incredible.

  • @ChandlerDaughtry
    @ChandlerDaughtry Před 7 měsíci +1

    Had a great opportunity to see him in Peoria, IL during the blues and heritage festival after trying to catch his shows for 4 years or so. Did not disappoint. He’s the real deal. If you get the opportunity TAKE IT. You won’t regret seeing him live.

  • @Volker_GR
    @Volker_GR Před 7 měsíci +2

    This video is a gift and an eye-opener at the same time, for what the blues (music) is all about. Thank you so much!!!

  • @johnr8820
    @johnr8820 Před 7 měsíci +6

    There is a roots music revival happening in the US…and I recommend everyone hops on board! Bring real music to the front!

  • @michaelmeadows5142
    @michaelmeadows5142 Před 4 měsíci +2

    I admit, I'm a white guy in my 50s... but there is no other music that I'd listen to hour after hour for life than a soul wrenching blues. There's many aspects to music that can't be heard, felt, or experienced anywhere except in this genre named blues. I am thankful I've been able to listen to many players over the years.

  • @H-oj5so
    @H-oj5so Před 3 měsíci +1

    Blues is our backbone, our very strength, .....everlasting.

  • @raymondmaynard2438
    @raymondmaynard2438 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Kingfish is a legend he is keeping the blues alive TAKING IT TO THE FUTURE HE ISTHE BLUES he has his own unique style He is not JH or EC BBK he is KINGFISH 🥝🇳🇿FAN

    • @catdaddy3302
      @catdaddy3302 Před 7 měsíci

      He was a “legend” when he was 12.

    • @Zoetropeification
      @Zoetropeification Před 7 měsíci

      He is his own player. But seeing him in person over the past five years it's more and more obvious he is patterning his stage persona after BB.