James Taylor playing Fire and Rain, his flawless fingerpicking on an Olsen guitar is a reminder how a well written song can stand up over time. This acoustic guitar recording is about ten years old now. Gone is the hair, and the face is a little older but the silky tenor voice still has a gorgeous texture.
The second version is closer to original recording time. It’s a wonderful trip down memory lane.
I’ve posted two versions on my guitar blog site so you can make a comparison.
It’s a reminder to us all how music is not necessarily something that we do for a little while, once we can play it can be with us our whole life. The need for us all to express emotions is an essential part of living a healthy emotional life.
7 Comments
July 12, 2008 at 11:40 pm
James Taylor is one of the best musicians there is.
I grew up listening to his music. Keep on singing
James.
July 12, 2008 at 11:43 pm
Keep on making that music James. I grew up listening to your music.
July 26, 2008 at 8:32 am
Gary
I think James taylor is the most underrated guitsar player ever
Tony
September 3, 2008 at 8:49 am
am also the no 1 fan of james taylor in the Philippines. Hope he comes back to perform again. He was here in the early 90s.
September 28, 2008 at 6:17 am
One of the most powerful singer and folk guitarist
in the genre
December 5, 2008 at 7:55 pm
I forgot the link; here it goes
http://www.charlierose.com/view/interview/9697
Yes, James Taylor is great musician. I alwasy wondered how he was able to write his songs. Here is an interview with Charlie Rose; also Yo-Yo Ma.
April 2, 2010 at 8:32 am
An understated classic, with the power of so many personally powerful experiences. A quiet lullaby to undo the stress and confusion…