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"I'm assuming he sings" Boy was he in for a treat

"He is the music" is probably one of the greatest compliments you could give a musician.

My favorite part of this channel is the child-like wonder.

I always like seeing Shaky getting the credit he deserves. He is a true musical genius.

legend has it Shakey was also filming at the same time.

Shakey Graves sound has a pain to it like he's singing with a mouth full of his own blood. Cannot get enough of him.

I’ve seen Shakey Graves live in small venues and he’s unbelievable. His musicality is insane. He plays the songs, structurally, the way it’s familiar to you, but his ability to really “play” with the music as if he’s writing it on the spot is stunning to experience. Highly recommend that you see him live. Love this channel, btw.

“He is the music.” Correct.

Start and stop all you want. I like the style of these “reaction” videos because you’re actually achieving something in them.

"This dude has it" Yep. That was my reaction the first time I heard Shakey too.

Holy shit. He is brilliant. Never heard of Shakey Graves. I think I'm gonna have to listen to him over and over for 2 weeks straight.

Throughout the last 3 years, I’ve listened to this reaction 196 times. First video I had seen of yours, but made me a forever fan. 1❤️ man

This put a huge smile on my face. There’s nothing like showing someone who appreciates music Shakey for the first time

Shakey Graves “Late July” is another masterpiece.

This is one of the only artists that I can say I saw live when he was playing at a dive-bar wellllllllllllllll before he was found. He sat on a suitcase which was a drum and did a one man concert for about 15 people! Love Shakey Graves!!!!! I bought a freaking CD from the guy (CDs right?!?!?)

Here in 2024 still loving his reaction to Shakey Graves! I still got the feels & goosebumps! ♥️🇨🇦 16:47

The stopping and starting for trial and error, finding the note, guitar theory, and musical comments are why I keep showing up. No need to apologize for helping us all out.

Sometimes people talk about having a "comfort KZfaq video" that you return to time and time again. This video is mine! I had the same reaction listening to Shakey Graves for the first time and have been in love with him ever since. I'm seeing him live for the first time in October in DC and can't wait. This was also my first video of yours and I am an avid viewer now. Frankly it's been a great way to learn of new artists and push myself to learn more about guitar as I am completely self-taught. Keep up the great work!!

You know someone is the real deal when you just put the guitar down and stare in awe for the remainder of the video! Nothing wrong with your usual playing along, I quite enjoy watching you try and figure things out in real time, but it is certainly special to see a musician just stop you in your tracks haha

"HE IS THE MUSIC" .... is there a greater compliment?

This entire Audiotree concert is one of his best, harkening back to his busking days in Austin

You're hitting all my favorites! Shakey Graves, Colter Wall, Tyler Childers!

Dude...I've listened to shakey for a few years now and I was just as blown away as you were when I first heard him. I was seriously smiling and laughing at your reaction for the entire video because I love it when someone gets as excited as me about a new, unique talent discovery! Shakey is just unique all the way around and such an awesome lyricist. That alone will win me over every time!

Man, I totally re-lived my first time hearing roll the bones by watching this reaction video. I want to say it was 2014 or 2015 when I first heard it. I could see myself making all the same faces lol. It was pure astonishment. Great video. Of course you know a million times more about music so you can break down what is going on, and I’m just a 20 year hack, but it was cool to hear your take.

Saw Shakey right before he blew up for $5 in a packed bar in Austin, so killer!!

I've been a fan of shakey for years, just waiting for people to discover him. It's so genuine, I can't explain it.

Shakey Graves blows everyone away. Every damn time. This recording is possibly the greatest thing my ears have heard in a decade.

"I didn't know this could keep getting cooler" - every time I've watched a shakey video.. this is how I feel

You literally encapsulate the reaction I try to get from people when I show them this song

I like the fact that half way through you realised you were watching something unique, and just sat back and watched it and enjoyed it. One of my favourite videos on the internet!

When you said, "I love this guy!" I was thinking the same thing about you!

Finally someone who is not pretending to have a reaction to music

Shakey Graves is such a dynamic performer. He makes a "one man band" look cool. His tempo, dynamics, tonality, and musicality are so diverse. He is the entire package.

"He is the music..." Yeap. Gave me chills just seein' how much joy Shakey can bring. Keep it up my friend, the world needs more of this right now.

This has to be the 10th time I have watched this video just to watch the joy on your face discovering Shakey. It takes me right back to the day I first heard him. Sometimes (like today) I come back and watch just because it makes me feel great seeing your Joy.

Here in 2023 lovin on this reaction! So cool & gives me goosebumps everywhere, every time! ❤️🇨🇦 12:48

Spooky Wagons!! ...if you know you know, if you don’t then check out “Late July” acoustic. What a great morning... Little Tommy Bukovac - Session Man AND Michael Palmisano discovering Shakey Graves! My weekend is complete and it’s only just started...perfect! Another great video, Michael. Thanks! ...I agree that you do need to check out “Late July” though.

Really cool to see such an honest reaction from someone who knows his stuff...Shakey is quite an experience the first time, isn't he?

Shakey Graves is so talented. So much control, yet so raw, so dirty. I love it!!!

Shakey is an absolute genius, his last album "Can't Wake Up" is one of my favorite albums in years. He has the ability to tell stories and use the music as a tool to convey what he wants people to hear. It doesn't even feel like he's playing music. It feels like he _is_ the music.

I saw Shakey Graves live at the Anthem in DC last September. Absolutely amazing guitarist, and he brought around a band to play songs from his last studio album. He's just a classic Americano performer, telling campfire stories and controlling a whole stage as one guy, playing through broken amps and such. He actually had a whole set with lights that, judging from the interviews, he made himself.

Love how you went from a music teacher to an audience member! Love your channel!

"He is the music." Nailed it.

Never heard of Shakey Graves until he opened up for Dr. Dog in Charlottesville last year. So freaking good.

Soooo glad he's FINALLY getting the the recognition he's deserved for so long

Saw him a few years ago open for Shovels and Rope in Charleston SC. Absolutely blew us away. So dynamic with just guitar voice and and a beat up aquamarine Samsonite. Got a standing O grime the crowd.

Shakes got his start as a busker. Glad to see he’s getting recognition outside Texas. His Tiny Desk is AWESOME. I recently discovered your channel and love your reactions!

Every person's reaction the first time they hear Shakey. ^O^

It’s not often a video fully kicks ass, this one did. Shakey and Michael’s reaction to him had me laughing and in chills. Then getting to the comments and reading the all the love. Damn

Glad so many have been turned on to Texas greatness!

It’s so cool to see someone be able to explain this music with words, because to me it’s just magic. This is my favorite song in the whole world and this version of it specifically where he just goes into this groove where he literally is the music. This song scratches an itch deep in my brain and it’s really cool to have someone explain to me why!

Shakey Graves is such a great rabbit hole to wander down!

2:40 this beautiful moment when he stopped covering and just kept listening, simply appreciating his fellow musician's art.

As a Guitarist 🎸 and Drummer.. this guy is extremely talented… LOVE IT!! 🤘🏻

I know this is an old video, but I just came across it... I love this because its basically me explaining how/why Shakey is so great to all my non-musician friends who have no idea what I'm talking about. 😂

Great stuff, man. Shakey has been pretty well known here in Texas for a while...glad people around the country are finally getting to see him.

"i didn't know it was gonna keep getting cooler" ha - that was cool all by itself!

My daughter introduced me to this bloke via THAT clip a few years ago. Blew my mind. Still does. 👍

Haha your reaction at @ 5:22 is the sweetest sincere love for good music. Love it.

The vibe I get from this video is a kid on Christmas, and it’s fantastic

This was so thrilling to watch haha! I love Shakey so much and this is exactly what he does to people-- blows them away and creates instant fans, instrumentally and lyrically. That entire audiotree session is 100% worth a watch, Late July is absolutely insane.

Dude's the music....couldn't have found a better description of Shakey Graves

Shakey Graves is all like this with the crazy third movement. Love this band! Glad someone is recognizing their musicianship and writing!

Yesss was hoping you’d see everyone’s requests!

Shakey Graves - Late July, is a must do.

Love Shaky Graves so much. My best friend bought tickets for us to see him live a couple years ago and it was one of the best concerts I've been to. Also I think his audiotree sessions are some of his best versions

I had the same reaction the first time I saw Roll the Bones and I don't know nearly as much about playing music. Amazing stuff!

I Love how Michael (a great musician) strugles to even play one chord like the song. And he gives Shakey the credit: he is the music. Yep, he is. Dude's on a league of his own.

He’s revealing his own process of understanding, it’s quite useful to the outside eye!

When he said "he is the music" that summed Shakey Graves up perfectly

Woke up to Shakey Graves on Spotify one time when it was on random and I fell asleep. I woke up and added it to my playlist. Fell asleep again very happy.

I found this video last night, and man - i've seen the video about 10 times already. The most important factor to me, is the genuine "reacting" - especially the look and reacting you have at 5:34. There is a lot of "fake" and "scripted" reacting videos out there - but you seem genuinely impressed and happy when seeing this stuff and that gives me a good feeling. I also love the fact that you stop the video and try to learn and explain why the different parts are so good as they are. But i love your honest reaction and personality the most. Please continue doing this. Honesty is rare these days. Subbed.

As an ameteur guitar player and long time lover of music.. You clearly have a high level understanding of guitar, so I appreciate your enthusiasm for these guys who make music that I respect and emulate in my own way. Hearing your excitement validates the love I have for artists like Shakey, Tyler Childers and Colter Wall. Rock on, brother!

Saw a concert in San Angelo, TX like 5 years ago where Shakey played. There was about 15 people there. Legit as fuck to see how much his fanbase has grown! Love that guy!

Yeah man Shakey is awesome...you need to check out another one of his videos "Late July" this one man band is unbelievable!!!

I just wanna say I actually like when you start & stop, rewind, evaluate, etc.

Seeing your excitement for the magic on the screen is every bit as great as the talent to which you’re reacting. I love your enchantment for the creativity you’re witnessing. It’s infectious! As a songwriter, I dream of people listening to MY stuff with such fervor!

Thanks. I'm not music studied. You explained my astonishment. I'm like !! Damn

Stumbled onto your channel and was hoping you knew of Shaky Graves. So glad you did a video on this song.

From the beginning of this channel I've been holding my breath waiting for this audiotree session of Shakey Graves hahah Finally!!!

He needs to rename this series, "Trying Not to Fall in Love with These Singers"

I knew you would be blown away! As was I! Found him about a year ago and can't get enough.

Legend has it he aslo was the camera man for the video

its crazy how folk music has made such a big comeback

I'm still a guitar novice, and when first heard Shakey Graves I just knew he was something completely different than anything I heard before. "He IS the music!"

dude, i've seen shakey like 3 times and he is not only a ridiculous musician, the guy is an absolutely legendary performer! between stories, jokes, songs, etc. his stage presence is rivaled by VERY few. the dude just OOOZES charisma. if i'm honest, the last record i heard was not my favorite, BUT, i would gladly pay to see him any and every time he comes through town because i know he's going to put on a great show no matter what.

Mandolin Orange, "Wildfire" Lost Dog Street band, "September Doves" Benjamin Tod, "we aint even kin"

To see him live in concert is beyond surreal!

I’m not even remotely musically talented and this is my favorite music reaction channel by far. The way you talk about music isn’t pretentious but still analytic. You open the music up in a way that a layman can understand but in a way that is still enlightening. You cover all types of music. This is the channel, fam.

I just love it when you hear this for the first time . . . just makes me smile! cheers mate

This is where I find my music these days. Great thanks. Love your enthusiasm too

Ahhhh, I love seeing someone being introduced to Shakey Graves. I saw him live with a 3 piece band many years ago. He has a natural soulfulness.

I've been dabbling with guitar for about six years and I learnt more from three of your videos than the collective total time I've spent trying to learn music theory. LOVED seeing someone react to shakey who can truly appreciate just how great he really is. +1 subscriber 👍

"He. Is. The. Music." 😂 Love it

Loved watching your take on his song! Just showed this to my hubby last night...he is so unique and your reaction was priceless!

Welcome to Shakey Graves. He's f#cking epic! He has several mind-blowing tracks

Shakey Graves is the reason I began learning Guitar. Also, how I found this channel. Nice choice. New sub.

Best One Man Band I've ever heard. This guy is TRULY Great. wow.

Been following him for a couple years… I’ve loved his music, but reactions like this make me REALLY appreciate and understand what these musicians are doing in their songs.