Music

A handful of fathers showed off their stunning musical talent with their remarkable cover of a catchy and popular tune.

With the use of instruments, musically gifted human beings can and have been making literal music to the ears of listeners for thousands of years. Those sounds have the ability to evoke a wide range of emotions from audience members. Some people may be moved to tears, while others may get angry or motivated, all from the same song. 

However, despite all the instruments that exist, the human voice seems to be the most versatile and beautiful instrument of all. The human voice is capable of creating a whole host of sounds. A song beautifully sung is also much more likely to bring people to tears or other emotions than a prolonged guitar solo. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, Dad Harmony, five men using only their voices, perform Charlie Puth’s hit from 2016, “One Call Away” while lounging comfortably on furniture. It’s an A Capella version that is pitch-perfect and also manages to hit all the right notes.

“I’m only one call away
I’ll be there to save the day
Superman got nothing on me
I’m only one call”

Given the name of their group and the lyrics in the song, one would easily imagine that the five fathers are singing to their children. Little children often picture their parents as superhuman figures, capable of fixing any and all situations. These dads are trying to reinforce that belief. They want their children to know that they will always be there and will always be present in their lives. 

What parent wouldn’t want their child to think of them as a superhero? Superheroes, as portrayed in the comics and on the big screen, are always there to make everything better, to fix everything. Parents seek to do this exact thing for their children. 

Proverbs 22:6 “If a child is trained up in the right way, even when he is old, he will not be turned away from it.”

A handful of musicians brought their immense talents together for a stunning and bewildering rendition of a beloved song from the classic rock group Journey. The musicians performed an instrumental version of “Don’t Stop Believin.’’

There are some tunes that are so well-known and universally loved that they are instantly recognizable. After the first few notes, an entire stadium full of people knows the song and are immediately singing along once the lyrics start. The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Elvis Presley and the Eagles all have multiple tunes that fit neatly into this exclusive category.

However, as popular as “Satisfaction,” “Come Together” or “Jailhouse Rock” may be, there is one track that is arguably more universally recognizable and enjoyed than any of those tunes. Journey’s “Don’t Start Believin’’ is seemingly heard anywhere and everywhere music is played. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, the groups Simply Three and the Brooklyn Duo combined forces, turning in a masterful and thoroughly enjoyable cover of “Don’t Stop Believin.” It’s a version that is sure to thrill and wow those who love the original version by the classic rock band. 

Even those people who aren’t the biggest fans of Journey or that song are sure to still appreciate this version. The level of expertise and skill on display is astounding. Everyone is in sync with one another, giving listeners and viewers a cover that is more than worth a few plays. 

Additionally, this version is made even more fantastic by the simple fact that none of the musicians utter a word of the track’s memorable lyrics. It’s a safe bet that anyone who watches the video will instinctively provide the lead vocals by singing along. 

This is one of the more enjoyable covers of “Don’t Stop Believin’’ that you’re likely to ever hear!

Psalms 95:1 “O come, let us make songs to the Lord; sending up glad voices to the Rock of our salvation.”

One talented group of bluegrass musicians gave a rousing and inspiring performance while playing an original piece of music.

Music tastes vary from person to person. Not everyone is going to be into classic rock. Some may not enjoy the musical stylings of Bon Jovi, Whitesnake, Def Leppard, Guns N’ Roses and Twisted Sister. Also, some might prefer their music to come complete with a thick country accent. However, others may not like country music at all.

While preferences and tastes are different, people can still recognize and appreciate talent when they see it. Bluegrass music is a genre that likely isn’t for everyone. But The Petersens have shown that they have an abundance of musical talent. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, the band plays an original piece of music. It’s an instrumental, as the clip’s closed captions indicate, written by Emmett Franz. The song, “Thunder Ridge,” is written about one of the group’s favorite places to visit in the Ozark Mountains, according to the video’s description.

The group, throughout the four-minute clip, once again shows they have been immensely blessed with a ton of musical talent. Additionally, each band member gets plenty of time to shine, with each showing off their skill on their respective instrument.

The song is a pleasant and easy-listening tune, featuring sounds from several instruments that are severely underutilized in most other genres of music. The talented musicians make the song more than worth several listens. 

Additionally, the video is worth watching simply for the hilarious closed captions. “Katie with her fiddle, Moses,” “Julianne chopping on the mandolin,” and “Get it, Mama!” are just some of the hysterical captions that someone included in the video. It shows that whatever band member added the video to YouTube has a terrific sense of humor!

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

A young man who looks very similar to Elvis Presley gave a stellar vocal performance when he belted out the lyrics of a classic from the legendary Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel.

Most of the music produced today and even over the years is garbage. Sure, a pop or country song may come on the radio with a toe-tapping beat and some catchy lyrics, but give that exact song a couple of years. Then go back and listen to it. The odds are good that the tune will likely seem terribly cheesy or downright awful, but probably both. A limited number of songs, bands and singers can stand the test of time, going on to become classics. 

One song from a beloved duo that has shown it has staying power and is most certainly a classic is Simon and Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” In a clip posted on YouTube, singer Elliot James Reay, dressed very much like the King of Rock and Roll, covers the iconic song from the 1970s.

“Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down”

The young man gives a stunning performance, showing off his spectacular voice while singing the beautiful lyrics about a deep, committed friendship. He reaches for and hits all the right notes, making for a thoroughly enjoyable cover. 

It’s likely that people who enjoyed the original from Mr. Simon and Mr. Garfunkel will appreciate Elliot’s take on the song. He doesn’t change much, if anything, from the original. Instead, he uses his God-given talent to sing “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” At times, with a cover of a song, that’s all you really need, and Elliot delivers here. 

In addition to Elliot’s pleasant cover of the Simon and Garfunkel classic, the video also gives viewers a look at a beautiful sunrise over, what is likely, Los Angeles. 

Psalm 104:33 “I will make songs to the Lord all my life; I will make melody to my God while I have my being.”

Listen to this wonderful rendition of ‘Let It Be’ by Dolly Parton featuring Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr. Special guests Mick Fleetwood and Peter Frampton are also featured on the recording.

“When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me speaking words of wisdom Let it be. And in my hour of darkness, she is standing right in front of me, speaking words of wisdom, let it be. Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be, whisper words of wisdom, let it be. When all the broken-hearted people living in the world agree, there will be an answer. Let it be”

What a fabulous cover! And Dolly Parton’s and Paul McCartney’s voices were beautiful together!

“Thanks Dolly for doing my song. I love your version and am very pleased to be by your side on this one. Rock on!” writes Paul McCartney to Dolly on YouTube.

“What an incredibly beautiful version of this timeless song! Thank you Dolly, Paul, Ringo, Peter, and Mick for your work and creativity. It was lovely to hear you and Paul sing together, and Peter did a gorgeous job on the guitar-as always!” comments another person online.

This iconic song from The Beatles was written and sung by Paul McCartney originally, and it was the last Beatles single to be unveiled before he announced his departure from the band. Paul McCartney recalled how his late mother - who died from cancer when he was 14 - inspired him to write the track.

As for Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame inductee Dolly Parton, she has recently released her first-ever Rock album titled Rockstar, where she has joined forces with some of Rock music’s most legendary artists for the project. 

This version of ‘Let It Be’ is included in the album, and she has teamed up with an all-star roster of musicians for the 30-song collection, which includes 9 original tracks and 21 iconic rock anthems.

We hope you enjoyed listening to this version of ‘Let It Be’ today!

A group of four talented vocalists turned in a laugh-out-loud performance while at the same time displaying their immense musical talents.

Everyone loves to hear a kind word or a compliment on their choice of clothing or a new hairstyle. A little bit of kindness can make someone’s entire day a little brighter. But it has been said that the sincerest form of flattery is, of course, imitation. If that is the case, four male vocalists thoroughly praised the work of some of the most well-known pop singers today. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, the four gentlemen singers, who are a barbershop quartet, start their performance by stating how perspectives and tastes change over time. In twenty years or so, the singers allege, today and its music will be considered the “good old days.” 

To add some validity to their point, they mention how the songs considered classics now, the “good old songs,” were sung by Billy Joel. So then they proceed to perform a medley of songs that they believe will eventually become the “good old songs,” tunes that are widely listened to today.

They begin their selection of songs they predict will be the “good old songs” from today with their rendition of “Oops I Did It Again” by Britney Spears. They even throw a couple of gestures to go along with the song. Of course, this unexpected turn in their performance brings about several laughs from the studio audience. 

Next up is a hit from the popular boy band NSYNC. The song “Bye Bye Bye” gets the barbershop treatment. Pink’s track “Rockstar'' is the track that is next in their hilarious lineup of songs they predict will be the “good old songs of today.”

Hits from Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga are also included in their performance. A Michael Jackson song is mistakenly added. 

By the end of the clip, the guys receive a thunderous round of applause from the audience.

Psalm 95:1 “O come let us make songs to the Lord; sending up glad voices to the Rock of our salvation.”

One of the biggest names in music, Kelly Clarkson, joined an unsuspecting street performing in Las Vegas by singing a hit from the late Tina Turner. 

Life is a series of unexpected twists, turns and detours. From one day to the next, no one can adequately and entirely predict what will happen. Sure, everyone has free will and makes decisions and choices daily that will guide the direction of their life. But there are instances when events are out of our control, like the people we may encounter.

A video posted on social media shows what happened when a street performer in Las Vegas, Nevada, found herself unexpectedly singing with the original American Idol, Kelly Clarkson. The happy encounter started as Kelly was on her way to soundcheck before a concert in Sin City, according to the video’s caption.

The “Miss Independent” singer came across a woman singing “What’s Love Got to Do with It” on the side of the road in Las Vegas. In fact, Kelly writes that this performer was “killing” the song. So, because Kelly enjoyed what she was hearing so much she decided to tip her. But then that’s when something totally unexpected happened!

The street performer asked Kelly to join her, not knowing that she had just invited a Grammy Award-winning musician to sing a duet with her. 

The short, 30-second video begins with the host of The Kelly Clarkson Show singing the song’s memorable chorus. The other woman, who still remains completely oblivious to the identity of her singing partner, claps and dances around a few feet away from Kelly.

Kelly then takes a step or two toward the street musician, and it quickly dawns on her. The woman singing a duet with her is one of the biggest names in music!

Kelly wrote that the woman’s surprised and overjoyed reaction to discovering her identity “made my day.”

The clip ends with the two women sharing a warm embrace. 

Psalm 95:1 “O come, let us make songs to the Lord; sending up glad voices to the Rock of our salvation.”

A group of musically gifted youngsters turned in a terrific cover of a beloved song about determination and persistence from the legendary Nat King Cole.

Life is a tremendous experience, often filled with many happy and joyous occasions. However, it can also be a painful journey, with trials and heartaches visiting and sticking around longer than what is appreciated. But during those instances of hardship, going through it with a smile, even if it’s forced, is the best course of action.

In a clip posted on YouTube, The One Voice Children’s Choir sings Nat King Cole’s “Smile.” It’s a song about going through the tough times in life and wearing a smile, regardless of the present circumstances. Their rendition is utterly delightful, likely to please those who are fans of the original. 

“That’s the time you must keep trying
Smile, what’s the use of crying
You’ll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile”

What an unbelievably uplifting and positive message! It’s one that everyone would do well to remember. Despite what their current circumstances would have some people believe, life is still worthwhile and worth living. 

The children give an excellent performance of the classic song from Nat King Cole. Several other people who commented on the YouTube video also agreed.

“Truly Beautiful!!!! Thanks for this warm and wonderful performance,” one person wrote.

“Love this warm and very beautiful cover, Amazing performance everyone. Thank you so much for putting a smile on our faces!” a second person added. 

The One Voice Children’s Choir is an accomplished group of vocalists. On the ninth season of NBC’s America’s Got Talent, the choir reached the quarterfinals. According to the group's YouTube page, they have also taken their musical talents to Washington DC, performing at the White House.  

The choir’s aim with their musical efforts is to “inspire the world through the power of children’s voices.”

Psalm 34:5 “Let your eyes be turned to him and you will have light, and your faces will not be shamed.”

Check out this video of a teenager with autism who steps up to a mic in public and blows everyone in the crowd away with his cover of John Mayer’s ‘Gravity.’

A man named Reggie likes to ask strangers to sing with him while he gets to know a little about them. In this video, Reggie sings with Ryan and learns more about his story.

“When I ask total strangers to sing, part of the fun of it is learning more about who they are,” Reggie said in the video. “What you’ll see here is me meeting Ryan for the first time. However, it was our conversation after this moment that I learned something very interesting about him. It turns out that for most of Ryan’s life, he hasn’t been able to speak.”

Ryan was diagnosed with Autism at 3 years old, and he couldn’t communicate until he was about 10 years old. The way he learned to speak was actually by memorizing song lyrics until the words made sense. 

He listened to all the Beatles albums for about a year, and then only Michael Jackson’s albums for about 6 months, according to his dad. And learning to play musical instruments came easier to Ryan than learning how to talk.

“What changed my life was music,” shared Ryan. “And it made me feel more verbal and it made me feel more confident.”

The interaction between Reggie and Ryan was very sweet, and it was clear to see how music has impacted Ryan’s life. Ryan’s parents, Laura and Travis, left a message for Reggie on his YouTube page explaining how grateful they were for Reggie’s interaction with their son.

“Reggie, I’ve been trying to find the words to tell you how grateful I am. When this video was taken, never in my wildest dreams did I think this would happen. We are so thankful to you and to hear this conversation just happen organically, and you listened… like really listened…with your body language and how you would light up when he spoke of his music. I’m not sure what it was, but in this moment I felt so many emotions… love, pride, thankfulness… all of it. I am so grateful you two had this time together,” they shared.

We hope that you enjoyed this video today and it was able to bring a smile to your face!

One young woman showed off her amazing musical talents with a stunning cover of a Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel classic, “Bridge over Troubled Water.”

In life, troubled and trying circumstances will visit everyone at one time or another. Unfortunately, getting out of this life without experiencing hurt and heartache and sustaining a few bruises and scars is nearly impossible. But thankfully, there are people, a select few, who will remain by our side through it all. 

True friends offer a shoulder to cry on and someone to talk to during these instances. In a clip posted on YouTube, one musically gifted singer, Jadyn Rylee, showed off her skills when she covered the beloved classic “Bridge over Troubled Water.”

The beautiful tone of the young woman’s voice works perfectly with the memorable lyrics and sound of the Simon and Garfunkel classic, making for an immensely enjoyable listen. She reaches for and hits notes with relative ease. The control she maintains over her voice, making it move up and down, is jaw-dropping, especially for someone so young. 

The entire song goes through a list of troubling circumstances someone in this life may encounter. However, the lyrics mention that no matter what is happening, the songwriter mentions that they will be there to offer comfort and encouragement.

The second verse points out how they will be there when times get unbearable.

“When you’re down and out
When you’re on the street
When evening falls so hard
I will comfort you
I’ll take your part”

The song is about a trusted friend and confidant during troubling situations. However, there is one who also remains near our sides during times of uncertainty, confusion and pain. Believers and followers of Christ understand that He is closer than any friend. He offers shelter from the storm and comfort from the pain.

Psalm 23:4 “Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”

Two young women with outstanding voices showed off their musical gifts with a stunning rendition of a beloved Louis Armstrong classic, “What a Wonderful World.”

The world can be and often is a dark, lonely and dangerous place. People all around us are struggling physically, financially, emotionally and spiritually. Posts on social media and television news broadcasts continually highlight the negative aspects of our fallen world.

But there are still bright spots in the world. God continues to bless and touch lives in several ways, which two talented women – Lucy and Martha Thomas – highlight with their phenomenal rendition of “What a Wonderful World.”

Their vocal performances are remarkable, with Lucy kicking the song off by belting out the tune’s first verse. Then Martha joins in, singing the second verse solo. 

Both young women have beautiful and unique tones to their voices. Their cover is thoroughly enjoyable and more than worth several listens. 

“I see trees of green
Red roses too
I see them bloom
For me and you
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world”

Others who commented on the video expressed how much they also enjoyed Lucy and Martha’s cover of the Louis Armstrong hit.

“I got chills right from the first verse and then I got more chills when Martha started to sing!!!! Those harmonies are so freaking crazy amazing!!!! I absolutely love this phenomenal rendition Lucy and Martha,” one person wrote.

“Look how beautiful Lucy and Martha are, beautifully done. You always bring tears to my eyes when you sing. Just so heartwarming. Thank you, my two favorite singers,” a second person added.

“Lucy and Martha, you’ve delivered an outstanding performance in this beautiful and uplifting song. The video is fresh and captivating, and including Phoebe and Cloud was so lovely. Thank you for making today and every day a wonderful day,” another individual posted. 

This is an extraordinary duet of two sisters who combined their immense musical talents and created an ear-pleasing and lovely cover. 

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

Great ready to say, “Hee-Haw,” as you watch country’s great Charlie McCoy as he performs ‘Orange Blossom Special,’ on his harmonica. This incredible performance was recorded on America’s beloved and classic 

Hee Haw show when they celebrated their 50th Anniversary. This is a clip from the episode of the Country's Family Reunion, "Salute to the Kornfield.”

Settle into your favorite rocking chair and enjoy the view from your front porch as you close your eyes and listen to the story Charlie tells through his harmonica. It sounds as if an adventure is unfolding on a train chugging down the tracks and across the country. 

What I love most about this performance is the family gathered around sitting on their front porch studio set with the audience for the show joining in on the fun. 

This episode was uploaded to YouTube, and we are so thankful to have this moment captured on video. The viral video clip has garnered well over 500,000 views with hundreds of comments from adoring fans. One gentleman commented, “Just saw him at the Grand Ole Opry. 

This guy is an absolute legend. He absolutely killed it, and he's 82 years old!” Charlie certainly has a passion for music, and he’s proof to continue to do what we love even in our old age. After all, age is just a number. 

Another viewer chimed in about how Charlie is a rare and gifted harmonica player. “Not very many musicians can do what Charlie McCoy could do with a Harmonica. He's one of a kind. Great Performance,” he wrote. That is definitely true. Thank the good Lord for giving Charlie his talent for making music. He is legendary in the country realm of music. 

Over the span of his career that began in the 1960s, he’s collaborated with big stars like Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Simon and Garfunkel. Charlie’s career included becoming a part of the Country Music Hall of Fame. We hope you enjoyed this little slice of country heaven and gave a big hee-haw!

“In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well,” Romans 12:6. 

Three talented young vocalists showed off their immense musical ability by singing a tune from one of the biggest names in the Christian music scene today, Lauren Daigle.

Covers of beloved or well-known songs are an excellent way for musicians to try and gain some attention. Even bands and musicians who have been around for decades will cover songs from time to time. Playing songs originally created, recorded and performed by other musicians is a timeless tradition that will continue. 

Who doesn’t enjoy hearing another musician’s interpretation of a hit song occasionally? 

Lauren Daigle is someone whose songs commonly receive the cover treatment. A quick YouTube search of “Lauren Daigle covers” will turn up a seemingly endless collection of others performing her songs. 

One clip posted on the popular video site features three musicians in a kitchen as they belt out the lyrics to Lauren Daigle’s “You Say.” The short video has the three young people taking turns as they sing the chorus to Lauren’s smash hit song.

“You say I am loved when I can’t feel a thing
You say I am strong when I think I am weak
And You say I am held when I am falling short
And when I don’t belong, oh You say I am Yours”

Each sings a line of the chorus by themselves, showing off their stunning voices. It’s abundantly clear that they all have been blessed musically. 

However, the best part of the entire clip is when they combine their voices. Their harmonies are outstanding, working together perfectly to bring about a magnificent and unbelievable sound. 

Several others who commented on the clip mentioned the harmony at the end of the video.

“The harmony is just amazing!” one individual posted.

“Their harmony is out of this world,” someone else added. 

“The strongest harmony yet. Great work. Amazing voices,” a third person wrote. 

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

Two of the biggest names in music today, Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani, used their massive musical talents to perform a dazzling cover of The Judds’ hit “Love is Alive.”

Love is a subject that has kept and continues to keep singers and songwriters employed. Songs about love are easy to find. Turn on the radio or hit the play button next to a random tune on iTunes or Spotify to find a love song. Musicians of every genre have songs about the topic in one form or another, including the beloved country music duo The Judds.

In a video posted on YouTube, husband and wife and former The Voice judges Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani sing “Love is Alive.” Originally released in the 1980s, the song’s lyrics mention how love grows with every simple, seemingly mundane act.

“Love is alive
And at our breakfast table
Every day of the week
Live is alive
And it grows every day and night”

With The Judds being primarily a country act, “Love is Alive” is a country song. Now, Gwen Stefani is not a country artist. She started as the lead singer for the rock band No Doubt. Throughout her career, even when she went solo, rock has been her primary genre.

However, Gwen shows that she is more than able to handle a beloved country tune. While her husband, Blake, does help with some of the singing responsibilities, Gwen does the heavy lifting on the cover and does so exceedingly well. 

Blake is heard at different times throughout the song, but Gwen’s voice shines in the song. 

Others who commented on the video also pointed out how great Gwen sounds on the recording.

“Gwen’s voice is so perfect for this song and Blake’s voice harmonizing perfectly,” one person wrote.

“Gwen sings this like it was made for her. She and Blake sound amazing. Another hit for them!!! Love you guys,” a second person added.  

Gwen and Blake’s rendition is an enjoyable cover, one worth several listens and one that even the biggest fans of The Judds are sure to like. 

Colossians 3:14 “And above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfectness.”

Four men put their beautiful voices on full display with their stunning A Cappella rendition of “Ave Maria.”

Musicians are talented individuals blessed by God with the ability and skill to make beautiful and pleasant sounds. But, as no two people are alike, God has even found ways to diversify those musical gifts He bestows upon people. Some may have quick, nimble fingers perfect for the piano or keyboard. Other musicians have an affinity for the guitar or the bass. The drums may be the instrument for others.

But as great as those instruments are, they have all been designed and created by man. However, the voice is the one instrument totally created by God Himself. The voice has created stunning and moving sounds since the invention of music itself. 

In a video posted on YouTube, four gentlemen use their instruments produced by the Creator of the universe to tremendous effect. They give a moving rendition of “Ave Maria” while standing in an empty stairwell.

The four men, who call themselves Kings Return, deliver harmonies that are stunning. One could easily listen to their beautiful vocals for hours at a time. Their sweet, moving sounds are literal music to the ears of anyone and everyone who happens to come across the 4-and-a-half-minute clip.

Several who commented on the video mentioned how much they appreciated the sounds coming from the four guys.

“How are four people able to create such a full sound?? Absolutely beautiful,” one person wrote.

“This is the BEST rendition of Ave Maria I have ever heard. Thank you for giving such exquisite honor to Our Lady!” another individual posted.  

But this video of the guys singing “Ave Maria” is far from their only performance. On their YouTube channel, there are tons of other videos of them singing such classics as “Amazing Grace,” “Go Tell It On The Mountain,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water” and “How Deep is Your Love” by the Bee Gees. 

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

A man singing on the street gives a stunning performance of “Unchained Melody” as he sounded just like the “King of Rock and Roll,” Elvis Presley.

Elvis Presley is an iconic figure in the world of entertainment. Despite his death decades ago, his music, movies and whole persona have lived on and continue to impact the world. His music is still widely played. Graceland, Elvis' mansion in Tennessee, still attracts hundreds of thousands of tourist visitors every year. In 2022, Hollywood released a film about his life starring Tom Hanks.

Everyone is familiar with Elvis Presley’s look and his distinctive voice. In a clip posted on YouTube, one man, a tourist walking along the streets, gave a fantastic imitation of Elvis’ iconic voice. He sings The Righteous Brothers’ “Unchained Melody.”

If people only listened to the clip and not watched it, many would believe it was Elvis Presley performing the beloved song. That unknown man has a massive amount of talent. 

Not only does the man’s singing and vocal impersonation of Elvis Presley stun, but Allie Sherlock, the young woman who strums along on the guitar, is also near perfect. At no time does she miss a chord but instead plays the song with professional-level quality. 

At the end of the man’s performance, those watching on the street give the man and Allie a well-deserved round of applause. 

However, while the man who sounds like Elvis and Allie are terrific, there is still one obvious complaint that can be made about the short video. At no time does the camera pan and show viewers how many people are watching the sidewalk performance. It would have been nice to see how many people thought, “Wow, that sounds like Elvis. Let’s see who that is.”

Regardless, the 2-minute video shows two talented musicians wowing tourists walking down the street.

Ephesians 5:19 “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;”

You will love this cover by bass singer Geoff Castellucci, in which he performs his ridiculously great rendition of “Folsom Prison Blues.” Check it out!

Would it be weird to refer to a song of this nature as “cute” or “fun”? It might be. But, this video and this well-loved song done as it is here—well, they’re kinda fun.

Geoff Castellucci has done a bunch of different covers from a range of genres and artists, and he’s able to bring a fresh take to each of them. This one is no different! While the “Man in Black” was brilliant and unique and a treasure, commenters have nothing but love for Geoff Castelucci’s version of “Folsom Prison Blues.”

Geoff plays the parts of four prisoners, but they hardly look like hardened criminals. Prisoner #43633 emerges from his cell and starts out; he’s hearin’ the train. The inmate doing push-ups and wearing a sleeveless shirt takes note and stands up to join in. 

With a breath and a “come on,” the other two reluctantly come into line. One wearing glasses plops down his copy of Johnny Cash’s autobiography, and the other takes a break from leaning on his cage door, lazily moving forward. 

While the original is sad and despairing, this one is tongue-in-cheek. It’s hard to feel threatened by or sorry for these four handsome and hygienically perfect incarcerated gents. They don’t look like any hard labor has come their way!

However, even if you find humor in the imagery, it’s hard not to take the music stone-cold seriously! This guy is gifted! The voice, the harmonica, and the subtle portrayal of four unique personalities demonstrated here are no laughing matter!

As #43633 laments that he’s not on that train, the lonesome whistle blowing his blues away, he backs up and retreats once again into his cell. The reader, the exerciser, and the leaner resume their activities, and we are left wanting more!

Would Mr. Cash be rolling in his grave over this lighter interpretation of his song? Not likely. He’s probably giving Mr. Castellucci a big thumb’s up from Heaven!

“Set me free from my prison, that I may praise your name. Then the righteous will gather about me because of your goodness to me.” Psalms 142:7

Legendary singer-songwriter Bill Withers took his massive musical talents to The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson where he performed one of his classic hits.

Comic Johnny Carson hosted NBC’s The Tonight Show for decades. During his run as host, Johnny had on some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Carol Burnett, George Carlin, Steve Martin and Jimmy Stewart. The program also featured several musical performances from the likes of The Bee Gees, Whitney Houston and Tina Turner.

A clip posted on YouTube features another outstanding musical performance from none other than the iconic Bill Withers. Bill, in the video, gives a remarkable presentation, using his unmistakable voice to sing his beloved tune, “Ain’t No Sunshine.”

He sounds absolutely fantastic, turning in a stunning performance as he sways back and forth to the rhythm of the music. Bill, with his terrific sound combined with his cool and calm demeanor, makes it appear incredibly effortless, which is the mark of a professional. 

The studio audience, like anyone who views the clip, loved Bill’s performance. They gave the legendary entertainer a deafening round of applause. 

After he finished singing “Ain’t No Sunshine,” Bill sat down and had an open and honest discussion with Johnny about his life before hitting it big, which included making toilets.

“Oh yeah, it was a good job,” Bill said. “I had a lot of fun doing that.”

He later mentioned how he didn’t enter the world of entertainment until his early 30s. 

“Well, I got into entertainment at 30, 32 years old,” Bill said. “I was, you know, a pretty ordinary guy, and when I came into this, I came in with my own money. I invested my own money and came in like any other business.

In addition to having a memorable, unmistakable voice and loads of musical talent, Bill seemed to be a very down-to-earth, likable human being. 

James 5:13 “Is anyone among you in trouble? Let him say prayers. Is anyone glad? Let him make a song of praise.”

Two young people, one of whom, given his talent and appearance, bears a striking resemblance to a massively popular musician, put on a remarkable street performance.

Doing anything in a public format, where people can offer opinions and criticism, can be nerve-racking. Those feelings of fear and anxiety can be so overwhelming that it gets to the point where people develop a fear of performing in public. It can keep people from using their God-given talents to reach their full potential. 

Luckily, Allie Sherlock and 12-year-old Fionn Wheelan have not been deterred by any negative feedback they may have received. In a video posted on YouTube, the youngsters perform a duet on the side of a busy street to Leonard Cohen’s hit from the 1980s, “Hallelujah.”

During the 5-and-a-half-minute clip, Allie plays the bass guitar and sings. She is joined by Fionn, a young redheaded child, who helps Allie out by providing vocals. She gets their performance started by strumming on her guitar and singing the first verse and the tune’s memorable but simple chorus.

Then, Fionn joins in, singing the second verse by himself. The young man, from the moment he opens his mouth and starts singing, will have most people shocked and baffled. His voice is stunning and has a terrific, soothing and professional-sounding tone. 

It's rather hard to believe that a voice that is so mature and pleasant is coming from someone so young. Some may even, as the video’s title does, draw comparisons between Fionn and music superstar Ed Sheeran. The clip’s title declares that “’12 year old young Ed Sheeran’ is the new Ed.”

Whether the young man goes on to have a career like Ed Sheeran is unclear at this point. But what is clear to anyone with a working set of ears is that Allie and Fionn’s street performance is outstanding! The several dozen people who have gathered to take in the show also agree, as they give the pair a well-deserved round of applause. 

Ephesians 5:19 “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;”

One country music legend, Alan Jackson, took time to recognize and celebrate the birthday of another legendary figure in the world of country music, Hank Williams.

 

Every genre of music has its towering, monumental and historic figures. They are the bands or musicians who essentially set the standard for their particular type of music. Everyone else who comes after them is basically trying to imitate or build off what they have already done. 

 

In the world of country music, it doesn’t get any more historic or legendary than Hank Williams. His songs like “Hey, Good Lookin’,” “I’m so Lonesome I Could Cry” and “Your Cheatin’ Heart” are instantly recognizable. Even if you aren’t a country music or a Hank Williams fan, you’ve likely heard those songs a time or two. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, Alan Jackson recognized his fellow country musician Hank Williams on what would have been his 100th birthday. Sitting in a room adorned with memorabilia, Alan strums the guitar and sings Hank Williams’ song, “Your Cheatin’ Heart.”

In the short video, Alan gives a spirited and emotional cover of the Hank Williams classic. It’s a version that even the most devoted and rabid Hank Williams fan will appreciate.

Many who commented on the video mentioned how much they loved and appreciated Alan’s touching tribute to Hank Williams.

“Thanks Alan for reminding us of one of the most influential talented founding fathers of traditional country music. Thanks also for sticking to your traditional guns!!” one person wrote.

“Alan, you are amazing! This beautiful tribute is even more special coming from a great singer like you! May God bless you and your beautiful family,” another individual posted.

“My longtime favorite since childhood, tributing to one of the old legends. God bless you Alan!” someone else added.  

At the end of his performance, Alan mentions how much the legendary country music singer and songwriter has meant to him and his career in music. 

“Happy 100th birthday, Hank,” Alan said. “I don’t think I’d be here without you.”

Psalm 104:33 “I will make songs to the Lord all my life; I will make melody to my God while I have my being.”