As a chemical plant operator on the Houston ship channel that deals with the things this song talks about daily, this is literally my favorite song ever. So glad it’s finally getting its recognition.

“Band of Heathens - Hurricane” and “Prophets and Outlaws - Soul Shop” are worth checking out.

I love this song. I actually have “now it’s my turn to keep the wolves away” tattooed on the inside of my bicep. Powerful lyrics.

Such a great song, and the video actually adds rather than detracts for a change. My dad had a great job when I was growing up, but it kept him travelling from one side of the country to the next every other week. When he was home, he used that little time to fix things up around the house, whether it be the yard, a broken appliance, the bills. He never stopped working. And once everything was finally in order, he was too exhausted to do anything but sit and catch his breath. I still remember one Saturday after he got home from a trip, we went out into the yard to play catch with a baseball. Little eight year old me wanted to show dad just how good of an arm I had, so I threw that ball into the dirt, over his head, ten feet to the left and right. He told me to throw softer and focus, but man, I wanted to impress. I missed the mark again, the ball rolling down the street, and he went inside to take a nap. Just crushed me. He's in his 70's now, stick thin, losing weight and can't keep it on. I'm a few years in the red trying to start my own business after a few failure attempts already, but I won't quit until I find something that works. I'll keep trying and struggling until I find success. I want to actually be here for my kids, and I won't compromise that short, precious time. Failure is not an option.

Michael, I've completely fallen in love with your channel. Your passion for the music you review is intoxicating. Your reactions to the country/folk/bluegrass music that you listen to (which is what I predominantly listen to) remind me so much of how I felt when I first heard them. You have such an articulate way of describing your feelings, and it's really a joy to watch. Please react to 'Follow you to Virgie' by Tyler Childers (The OurVinyl Session version). Oh! And either 'The Housefire' or 'Down Here' by Turnpike Troubadours

The song is a true story about the singer and his childhood.

"The whistler" by the white buffalo at guitar center

I haven't had a song put a lump in my throat like this one did in a LONG TIME. Heavy. Absolutely love this.

This is one of those songs that still gives me the chills every damn time after countless plays. That whistlng fits in so well with the theme too. That typical working man off to the plant/mine/whatever whistle really ties the lyrics together for me.

I absolutely love how he adds onto the song as he reacts to it, just amazing

"It happened on a French owned tanker ship, spilling poison into Galveston bay" en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Texas_City_disaster I was born and raised in the town referenced in the song. I drive past the port of Texas City every day on my drive to work where I work in a metal fabrication shop supporting the chemical plants he talks about in the song. The name of the ship was the Grand Camp and was one of the worst industrial disasters in history. I have friends and family with relatives that lived through the ordeal and their stories are incredible. It's a huge part of the history of our small city. Powerful song.

“You don’t care enough for me to cry” by John moreland

You dont have to be a guitar player to enjoy your reactions. Very insightful and I personally enjoy this rabbit hole your travelling.

I like how the wind implies the wolf huffing and puffing

You should listen to anything that Zach Bryan has made. He’s similar to Tyler Childers

You should review Broken Window Serenade by Whiskey Myers. It's a great story that's sad and very well told

“Reckoning” or “Bad Weather” by Whiskey Myers

This song takes me to tears every time. I missed the younger years of my children working in the oil fields of Oklahoma. One day after I almost lost my life, I walked away from it. My prayers are always with those who put it on the line to Keep the wolves away.

That's his mother and father in the crowd. love this song.

The entire “Colter Wall Radio” on Spotify

This is one of my favorite songs...also as a father of 4, I can appreciate keeping the wolves away...loved your comments on this beautiful song!!

This song always just hits me right in the feels man.

I’m a lucky man. My oldest son said he would never allow me to be in a Nursing Home. He said he will raise his kids like I raised him and his brothers and sisters.

My late great Uncle Rev. booked them at Spirits (restaurant) in Alexandria, La. One of there first shows. He passed this year. One of the biggest losses of my life. I heard this song from a friend and asked who is that? I sent the song to my Uncle and he sent me pictures. I was blown away. He was a magnet for talent. This is a special song to me obviously. Will learn it for sure. Grew up in Louisiana so it really hits home. My Uncle was the best man anyone could ever know.

You should totally make a t-shirt that says "Third Hunter"

I’ve always loved this song! It reminds me of my dad. Growing up he was lineman and worked all the over time he could to help pay bills cause my mom didn’t work. He had a lot of friends die on the line and a few close calls him self. He’s getting close to retiring and lord willing before long I’ll be a lineman with the same company he was! Also band of heathens - hurricane is one you should check out!

This is a song me and my friends could listen too any time any where no matter the circumstances. Dude is amazing

I love how when the song starts you fully invest in it. Like the way you just put the guitar away and listen. Is awesome

Pleaseeee do “Sometimes Wine” by Sturgill Simpson and Sunday Valley. Watch the one where they are in a barn. Sturgill plays his telecaster he made from scratch like there’s no tomorrow and his voice fits the bluegrass country sound so well.

Another great vid. I had the bitter-sweet pleasure of seeing one of the last shows that Uncle Lucius played, and I have seen and met Kevin Galloway since he has been on his own. He is a great guy, and an incredible musician.

Yesssss! I was one of those who asked for you to listen to this! Awesome song!! One of my absolute favorites!

First found this song around a year ago... still tear up every time. I ain't cry'n, your cry'n!!!

Benjamin Tod “we ain’t even kin” is a near and dear song to me that and I think you’d like the lyrics and his music over all. Not a very popular artist but definitely deserves a reaction!

You gotta do Jason Isbell “Cover me up”

I absolutely enjoyed your reaction to uncle Lucius! My brother is five years younger than me and he introduced this the song to me a couple years ago after our father died. Our father worked three and four jobs to provide for his family. He always took care of us and put himself last. It wasn’t until after my father died that I realized how much my brother was like my father. Now it’s his turn to keep The wolves away. He works out of town all the time and rarely gets to see his family. Know that I’ve watched your reaction, I understand this song so much better. As I’m typing this, I’m crying! Thank you!

Broken Window Serenade by Whiskey Myers. I know it's the details in songs that you love, the details of that song really tell the story.

Thanks for doing this one been a fan of Uncle Lucius for a long time. Please react to Benjamin Tod. He's the front man for Lost Dog Street Band. Phenomenal storyteller! Many of his videos have over 1M views. Any song you choose would be awesome. I really think you'd like his style.

Great tune. Outlaw Country rules!

YES!! Ive been waiting for this for soo long!!

This was fantastic! Love all of this!

Micheal, I hope you read this. Kevin is singing a true story. This song is about what actually happened to his dad. It’s his own experience. And an added note, at around the 11:00 mark when you stop the video, that is his dad in the white cowboy hat. We saw his dad numerous times when they would play that Texas landmark, Gruene Hall. It’s a powerful song by an incredible band that is sadly no longer together. I laughed at your reaction when Kevin started singing the first words. That was exactly how I looked for two hours the first time I saw them live. We followed these Austin guys around Texas for 3-4 years. By the way, great job on the reaction videos.

Unbelievably beautiful song. I’m amazed at how many of these react videos I have seen and forgot about. Love this channel!

Thank you loved the video man

YES, glad you’re finally doing a video on this!

I was hoping you would get to this song soon! Great stuff Micheal! 🤙🤙🤙

“Work like hell to keep the wolves at bay”... ain’t that the truth. Powerful stuff! I’m a father of two girls and I promise you that nothing will change a man as much as having children. Every day seems long, but man oh man the years pass by so fast. Cherish those long days because they’re gone in the blink of an eye. Great works of art always appeal to the human condition, which is exactly what this song does. Excellent video, Mikey! 🎸🔥

Been learning about such cool songs through this channel lately. Thx a ton

You do such a great job with these videos. This is my favorite channel. Thanks for doing these!

Nick Shoulders - “Rather Low” Morgan Wade - “The Night”

Dangit! Almost made it first. Lol I love this song - thanks for doing it, sir!

i love how he adds his own parts to the song it sounds dang amazing

Love it! Great break down of the song, I love the passion you put behind everything you do. Keep it coming!

“This Damn Song- Pecos and the Rooftops”

Sean Rowe 1952 Vincent Black Lightning cover

Love this song... I never realized some of the struggles my parents went through when I was younger. My dad worked two full time jobs, 80+ hours a week, and we barely scraped by. Never had a clue until after my wife and I had our first, and he reminded of the responsibility I now held as a dad. That’s when he told me everything they went threw when we were kids.

Thank you sir! Appreciate all you're giving!

i know most might not know about him but shawn james song “flow” is a good one to check out. one man band

Please do Tod Benjamin "Using Again", So much emotion, and great travis picking.

This is beautiful man. Thank you.

The energy in your analysis of these songs is refreshing, keep up the good work

Have you heard the Dead South yet?

If you like this song. You could do a review of Shawn James- Aint No Sunshine

"I'm trying to get to the essence of what makes things what they are." EXACTLY.

I just found this channel the other day I absolutely love how talented you are on the guitar and very thankful for this kinda content 🙏 keep up the good work my man

You should really listen to "The tallest man on earth" he is a great picker, would recommend The tallest man on earth "Revelation Blues" - City of Music The Tallest Man On Earth - "What I've Been Kicking Around" (Live at WFUV) ONE of the reasons why i started playing guitar

And lastly, “ain’t a train” or anything else by Cody jinks 👌🏽👌🏽

The Sun is Shinning Down by JJ Grey and Mofro is a tear jerker. A very talented musician with tons of soul straight from my home time. Never fails to hit me in my soul.

You make music fun again. I love the way you appreciate everything that goes into making music. Thank you for you channel

How have you not done anything by Jason Isbell? Super 8, Dress blues, Outfit are all amazing songs.

"You'll Never Leave Harlan Alive" by Darrell Scott

I love your little add ons when you get the melody. It makes me feel like I'm listening to the songs for the first time again. Thank you so much for doing what you do. Cheers!

Fade In, Fade Out - Nothing More! Please!!!! This song epitomizes the love a father has for his son!

You should review Steve Vai's "Candle Power"!

You should listen to BB King and Gary Moore “the thrill is gone” live

When he says, "... Now it's my turn to keep the wolves away.." man that gave me goosebumps

I love hearing how you process what notes are going where. Incredible.

Check out “Cocaine and Able” by Amigo the Devil.

You should review “Good Lord Lorrie” by Turnpike Troubadours !

Been waiting for this one thanks...

Dude... Your content is great. I can tell your gonna be big. Please don't change when you are!

I first heard this song earlier this week. Completely blown away by it. Edit: subscribed

Could you do an episode on Gregory Alan Isakov? His songs, as I like to put it, make you nostalgic for somewhere you've never been. His song If I Go, I'm Goin kzfaq.info/get/bejne/atxprKhqm9CdimQ.html is one of my favorites.

Thank you Sir, love the channel

Uncle Lucius is my all time favorite band . And ... eight years after they released this album .... it just got certified gold yesterday ! How cool is that?!?! Thanks for your review of their most popular song .

Can you review Maggot Brain by Funkadelic? First time I heard it, I was definitely caught off guard about how great it was.

Dude! I’ve noticed that you haven’t done Greta Van Fleet yet! A bunch of young kids bringing back 60’s 70’s rock. They will sound familiar but are non-the-less impressive. I’d love to see what you think of them. “When the curtain falls” is a really cool song that would be perfect!

I absolutely love this song man! For some reason or another this one gives me chills man, it hits home with me for sure.

ABSOLUTELY LOVE when you play along and tell us what's happening Michael!

As much as I like your emotion and reaction to the details, it is amazing watching your musical knowledge break songs down immediately. Also if you want a raw emotional song check out Amigo the Devil - Cocaine and Abel kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p6tig6uXr6_HoIE.html

Thank you for all the videos, Michael. I hope you and your family are well.

I’ve been waiting for this one!

Super great advice. Michael, you’re an amazing instructor, I love your videos, and the way you articulate and communicate with exactly what your are talking about. Thank you so much for all your videos

Just found your channel. I love it. Currently trying to watch all you videos.

i love that you love music the same as i do. the pure joy of hearing a new song or a great singer is awesome. I love this Chanel. you nerd out just like I do about music thanks, man!!

Grateful to you for doing this song... it has so much connection to my life. I grew up in the same town that Kevin Galloway is from, Freeport TX. Freeport is an a blue collar town surrounded by petrochemical complex. The mouth of the muddy Brazos and "Refinery clouds" paint vivid pictures for me. I fished from the banks of the Brazos, and yes, it's muddy. If you go off shore from Freeport and look back, you see a green haze over the area from the chlorine gas from the plants. The part that really hits home for me is that the dad was gassed by a spill from a French owned tanker. My dad was gassed by a leak from a French owned tanker. It wasn't in Galveston Bay, though. He worked at a French owned Chemical plant in Freeport and was sent to deal with a gas leak on a tanker in Mexico City. He had an equipment malfunction and was gassed and lost a lot of lung capacity. This area is full of hard working people dealing every day with dangerous chemicals just trying to make a living. Hell, one of the plants exploded on one the day my little brother was born. Great song, and I appreciate your take on it.

You my sir, have gained a subscriber, I just found you on my recommended and I love this!

Just awesome. This guys technical expertise is beyond next level. That little call and answer he did with the whistle blew my mind. I loved watching you dissect this incredible song

congratzz on 100k michael.👍👍👍.have been ur subscriber since 8k.

I love the little bit of improv at the beginning. That's what makes your videos so great!

It is a true pleasure watching someone so passionate about his craft. Thank you for sharing this, Michael.