'South City Midnight Lady' Performed by Pat Simmons of The Doobie Brothers • NAMM 2013

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11 жыл бұрын

Live from the Taylor room at this year's 2013 NAMM convention -- well, close to live -- we bring you singer/songwriter and the Doobie Brother's very own Patrick Simmons! Check Pat's solo rendition of the famous Doobie Brother's hit "South City Midnight Lady" in the fourth installation of his captivating performance!
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~ Patrick Simmons ~
Patrick Simmons is no small-time guitar player. From an early age Pat found himself drawn to blues, folk, and genres from all corners of these United States, and was no stranger to taking the stage. After meeting Tom Johnston and John Hartman, soon-to-be-fellow Doobie Brothers, in 1969, it was only a matter of time until Simmons and his Brothers began to rehape the American blues as we knew it.

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@williamcopeland4844 5 жыл бұрын

If you're not a guitarist you will never understand just how difficult it is to perform a song with this many years beyond its initial inception, solo! Fretting with older fingers, singing with an older voice, not touring like they used too (ie: practicing) and getting the mood and timing of the tune down years after that emotion is gone. Pat, this rendition is simply amazing! I never thought the Doobies got the recognition and acclaim they were due for all the great tunes and hard work they put into the music but brother, they would pack the venues with us fans! Good to see ya grew your hair out again! Peace, 👣

@Rich915 3 жыл бұрын

A brilliant guitarist & songwriter...! What would the Doobies be without Patrick Simmons. A favorite of mine from their beginnings...

@musicfan8493 8 ай бұрын

Mine as well.

@mikeagnello39 9 жыл бұрын

One of the all time beautiful songs of the rock and roll era.

@ericagitzel51 4 жыл бұрын

Music is as close as we can get to a Time Machine. WHAT a beautiful song, it doesn't get any better than this . LONG LIVE the 70's .

@pyramidoutburst9505 4 жыл бұрын

totally agree. I refer to my MP3 player as my time machine

@sandydevoreau1006 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! that and the photos and articles I catch up on now... memories make this now boring (artistically and otherwise) life bearable...

@mkinsella8592 5 жыл бұрын

Pat and me shared the same small cafe in Soquel, California. It sat about 30 people! Nobody ever bothered him though we all knew who he was. NICE MAN... for a time Neil Young ate at the same place. Hell Doobies even kept their commitment to play a dance at my high school just after Listen to the Music climbed the charts. It is rather sad to read how many in the band are gone now :-(

@mickeyf3730 2 жыл бұрын

Nice!!

@sandydevoreau1006 2 жыл бұрын

I lived there then.... mid '76-mid '88... one of my favorite concerts ever they played Graham Hill Showgrounds - free !! stood close enough in back ,of Pat (to kiss his hair) in line at Santa Cruz Coffee Roasting co...but was afraid his gf would've kicked my ass.. Always loved that hair.. I was at a laundromat one day Neil Young came in..was pissed off about something...maybe he left his clothes overnight...lol Hate that I was too shy to talk to these guys🤭...never had another chance... But a friend and I Did ask to go backstage at the Catalyst to give Joe Cocker a hug !! So glad we did.... miss those Santa Cruz days......

@andyinoregon 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing those great memories. Gives new meaning to their song, "Slack Key Soquel Rag."

@mousearebec 9 жыл бұрын

You know, Mr Simmons has the greatest, sincere smile of any entertainer. He must really love his profession.

@ericagitzel51 4 жыл бұрын

It's like they say " If you love your job, you'll never work a day in your life " .

@patl9404 4 жыл бұрын

He is an amazing guitar player and singer, no attitude, no ego..all class !

@raoulbataller5454 3 жыл бұрын

Something in his eyes

@davidknowler4719 3 жыл бұрын

@@raoulbataller5454 my mother would have said he has kind eyes , I tend to agree..

@TheJollycoppers 2 жыл бұрын

Yup, he's a genuine kinda guy. The band seems that way...just good folks that I'd like to have a beer with and just hang out with. Check out Dan Rather's interview with them if you get a minute.

@nearlysteviedan1275 2 жыл бұрын

Almost 50 years since I bought "The Captain and Me".. lots of nostalgia etc but so great to see Pat still killing it !

@andyinoregon 8 жыл бұрын

No 64 year-old man should still be able to play and sing like this. Congrats, Patrick. You're aging so much better than your many fans.

@jeaninerose3836 6 жыл бұрын

Always one of my heartbreaking old songs. Love Patrick Simmons...He put the Doobie in the "Doobies"He's gotta be my all time crush, but it's way more respect for Pat and his music.

@katiekrosstowne7030 Жыл бұрын

Oh yeah.. I missed my chance I could have touched his hair... I was horribly shy ...damn

@robertjohnson3855 3 жыл бұрын

Doobies are sounding as good if not better than ever including their,vocals. One of THE best bands EVER. Thank you DOOBIES. Your music is timeless, truly.

@babebuzz5101 5 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite songs! So happy we had the Brothers in our lifetime!

@joeybenoit6269 4 жыл бұрын

I think this is one of the best at Simmons songs ever!

@muddysledge 4 жыл бұрын

still gives me chills hearing this. What a wonderful song and genius guitar playing

@terryboren4186 7 жыл бұрын

Top notch performance. So many beautiful chords.

@geoffreykent3051 4 жыл бұрын

awesome. I'm telling you he and Johnston had some great chords for so many of their songs. Not at all your typical C, G, D stuff. It's great to try and learn them and play along. Thank you Pat.

@juana1483 3 жыл бұрын

The Captain and Me is one of my all time favorites. I was in 9th grade when it came out. Still makes me feel emotional to hear songs from way back then!!

@bsullivan7 10 жыл бұрын

Such a privilege to see Pat perform this song. Always loved the Doobie Brothers. I grew-up on their music. One of my favorite songs too.

@williamtauriello1581 9 ай бұрын

Best version ever of this song! Pat’s skill and artistry are unsurpassed. Thank you, Pat! Keep doing what you’re doing!

@lancebraun95 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome.

@larrybragg1902 6 жыл бұрын

A lot of songs never get old. But this one is at the top of my list.

@ronnyd011 4 жыл бұрын

Takes me back to such happy and sad times!

@gking7138 9 жыл бұрын

A treasure. The song and also the artist.

@analogsynthplayer Жыл бұрын

Beautiful man, beautiful music, thank you Patrick for the memories!

@bobw1559 8 жыл бұрын

Such a class act is Pat Simmons! Great musician and even a better guy! Congrats to you on a fantastic career and tx for being a tremendous influence on so many musicians like myself! Blessings to you and your family!

@jeaninerose3836 6 жыл бұрын

Amen

@arnelmariano4510 5 жыл бұрын

Vintage Pat! Way to go!🤘🏻

@toshsqeez 4 жыл бұрын

I love this song always thanks upload Pat is my hero 🥰🥰🥰

@riverreasteve 7 жыл бұрын

Patrick Simmons is so laid back he's horizontal !

@RTRoberto 4 жыл бұрын

that's awesome

@appleseed2613 5 жыл бұрын

The best. Sang that song to my sweet daughter. I'm her mother.

@muddysledge 4 жыл бұрын

Love that.

@LAASTofTHEMAGUAS 8 жыл бұрын

One of the most beautiful songs i ever heard

@floatsting20 7 жыл бұрын

The Doobs had nice hits but the materiel on the 1st 5 albums was great.

@jeaninerose3836 6 жыл бұрын

I always thought so too!

@jeaninerose3836 6 жыл бұрын

A most talented man. I must say if you like that song, listen to "Neals Fandango" and "Sweet Maxine"

@waltbianchi9021 4 жыл бұрын

Just an incredible song.

@Deliquescentinsight 6 жыл бұрын

One of the few 'love songs' I can stand, because it is authentic.

@mjm1012 5 жыл бұрын

WOW! Amazing~ Who's watching in 2019?!

@canadianrodder 5 жыл бұрын

Watched it just now for the hundredth time perhaps.

@canadianrodder 5 жыл бұрын

101

@troyannbladsacker1811 3 жыл бұрын

Was a teenager when the Doobies started performing. I'm 67 and still love them. My favorites.

@6stringfun 11 жыл бұрын

I've loved this song for years, thanks so much for posting. Brought back lots of great memories.

@pjones8404 10 жыл бұрын

Just incredible! All the players over the band's history are first class musicians. They are way too under appreciated. What a great performance.

@tugginalong 2 жыл бұрын

One of my favorites songs of all time. “Black Water” and “Long Train Running” are as well.

@atticusfinch626 9 жыл бұрын

Loved it!!! Absolutely fantastic!!!

@Azfun6 10 жыл бұрын

Always loved Patrick's acoustic playing....very tasteful....

@xeaglkpr1 11 жыл бұрын

What a great version of this great song...so refreshing!

@jmack619 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you mr simmons and thank you camera person for capturing

@ScottyWig 11 жыл бұрын

One of my ALL-TIME favorite songs, I've never seen Pat perform this solo, so very nice. I tried to cover this, posted it on up on planet KZfaq. Interesting in that I play it way different than the author of the song, , , gonna have to study up now!

@colecase6715 4 жыл бұрын

That is so powerful. Always one of my favs from the amazing Doobies and still loving it in 2020.

@xeaglkpr1 9 жыл бұрын

Wow! What a performance! Wow!

@ludwigdrummer717 6 жыл бұрын

Pat Simmons seems like the type of guy you could call at 3 in the morning, pouring rain, car broken down, no money; "hey Pat, can you give me a hand?" Pat would say, "no problem, dude - I'm on the way."

@katiekrosstowne7030 Жыл бұрын

Perfect performance ! Pat ... I love you forever.. I lived in Santa Cruz from '76 to '88. Spent my 20s there. Lotta changes in those years.. but saw you guys play the Graham Hill Showgrounds. Happy times... And once you were right in front of me in line at the Santa Cruz Coffee Roasting Co. Really in love with your hair too. Was all I could do to keep from touching it. ..and mines still long too. ✌ South City .. was and still is you're best. Much Love !!

@garysellars8914 10 жыл бұрын

Magical, just great. Love this Doobie's song.

@bothyrat 2 жыл бұрын

As I said, what a beautiful soulful voice, thanks Pat and all.

@richwhelan5950 10 жыл бұрын

Always brilliant ..... Listening on a Sunday afternoon and it was spectacular! Thank you Patrick

@lesliecioci 3 жыл бұрын

One of my most favorite Doobie songs! ❤ Patrick

@andyinoregon 10 жыл бұрын

I played the hell out of two albums in 1973: Steely Dan's "Countdown To Ecstasy" and The Doobie Brothers "The Captain and Me." I wasn't wrong.

@frankkramer9064 7 жыл бұрын

My band plays this one, One of the most beautiful songs the Brothers ever performed ,, love that Open G tuning Patrick !!

@alexanderwes5204 7 жыл бұрын

Inderdaad een heerlijk nummer om te spelen !

@mwestervelt 5 жыл бұрын

He doesnt seem to bein open G. Do you know how he is tuned...I see lessons in open g but he is playing it different.

@garycapra1695 4 жыл бұрын

mwestervelt f# is the answer

@paulstubbs4487 4 ай бұрын

I learned this as Pat plays it in open G and it's one of my favourite songs to perform. I also love the solo from the electric version. The Captain & Me is such a great album.❤

@edrowley1 15 күн бұрын

Thanks @paulstubbs4487, I was hoping this info would be shared!

@n4pwx 6 жыл бұрын

Wow he still has it.

@julieb7785 7 жыл бұрын

Saw PS once, trademark hair chopped short, at a remote dance studio in Mendo Co.... I kept looking at him thinking - gee I know that guy from somewhere....friend of a friend? Did we work together once? He was such a low-key genteel audience member; just there to support the kids. Thanks Doobie Bros. for some great American music.

@ajruther67 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love this. The main reason I watched it is because it was at NAMM. I've never been but I have a lot of musician friends who go every year. Thanks so much for recording this. ~Athena

@aplusatlanta1 6 ай бұрын

Sophistication and beauty. I’m amazed every time I hear it. Like drinking a fine bourbon very slow.

@maryroering6010 2 жыл бұрын

Happy 73rd Birthday Patrick, I LOVE YOU🎁🎊🎂🎈✌️🎉

@Trans909 6 жыл бұрын

Wow. Just...wow.

@milleda121 6 жыл бұрын

my all time favorite Doobs number... and awesome job by Patrick here!!!! Hello from Peoria, IL

@johntadey3543 8 ай бұрын

MY Favorite Doobie Brothers song ever! A+++++!

@rickdavis4719 6 жыл бұрын

one of my favorite ever!!!!

@SSS-fo8ln Жыл бұрын

If this rendition doesn't light a fire in your heart, then you surely are dead....Extraodinarire Brilliant....PS..💗

@marcopolokitty 8 жыл бұрын

I've loved this song for so many, many years, and that warm, beautiful voice.

@johnmusk5424 8 жыл бұрын

+marcopolokitty Yep. Me too.

@jbkormos 11 жыл бұрын

Outstanding!!

@DBSTREETT 2 жыл бұрын

speechless....there are no words to describe this genius

@georgelevin6134 6 күн бұрын

Lord I love the Doobie Brothers!

@carrie0123210 6 жыл бұрын

My favorite Doobie song

@yaztriplecrown 11 жыл бұрын

WHERE HAS MUSIC LIKE THIS GONE!? THE GARBAGE BEING PUT OUT TODAY IS A SIGN OF THE TIMES. IN MY DAY, MUSIC CLASS WAS A MUST. NOW IT'S NOT EVEN OFFERED IN MOST SCHOOLS.

@jaytaber8359 7 ай бұрын

This song, since released, became and has remained a part of me. So grateful for it.

@rhondabaroli2683 2 жыл бұрын

Your voice is just incredible ☪️💜

@musicfan8493 8 ай бұрын

Beautiful performance. Just love this song.

@sandlot40 Жыл бұрын

This was rather satisfying to hear… even acoustically.

@margaretwilson1539 3 жыл бұрын

This made me cry with emotion. X

@tommytutone2584 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful sounding guitar. Love it!!

@jerryfeigelson4728 3 жыл бұрын

ay Patrick,,,tks for your gift of outstanding music!

@carlweaver3243 3 жыл бұрын

So very thankful my folks had me when they did. Got to hear and see the greatest music ever first time around.

@SeverSTL Жыл бұрын

Proud to be a part of this generation.

@Earlvis Жыл бұрын

This is my favorite Doobies masterpiece. We love you, Pat! This was an unforgettable performance. Going to get tickets for the Brothers tour this summer for sure.

@prairiecat72 Жыл бұрын

Favorite Doobie Brothers song.

@tombeaudreau9969 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@dalebockstoce350 6 жыл бұрын

Inspiring and beautiful as always!

@daryljones3195 4 ай бұрын

If I have such a thing as one favorite song, this is it. Pat has been a guitar/music hero of mine since the early/mid 70's when Captain and Me came out. Fast forward some 50 years later and I am just now learning to play it. It sort of got lost in the process of playing more widely popular rock based electric guitar songs off the album. My mistake (if you can call playing any of their songs a mistake) entirely. Too soon old, too late smart.

@bigwille11 5 жыл бұрын

Just a great song thank you👱‍♀️

@paulconnolly450 Жыл бұрын

My favorite Doobie Brothers song - a masterpiece !

@jimzeleny7213 Жыл бұрын

Just the most down to earth player

@timparker851 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful Simply Wonderful Music 😃

@Virgolino57 6 жыл бұрын

I'm a long time Doobies fan. Although I think they've never been to my country (Portugal) for a concert, I managed to see them live in concert, in London, a while ago. Besides being a great musician, Pat Simmons must be a great human being too. I love this man. This song is sublime. Please listen to the sax solo by M.Russo on the live Wolf Trap version. F#«%!!!