St. James Infirmary / “Gambler’s Blues” cover

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St. James Infirmary / “Gambler’s Blues” cover

Posted by DiscostewLA on July 6, 2024 at 11:55 am

<div>Hey all – this is a mashup of lyrics from different versions I’ve heard. </div>

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDdV01hXvm8

DiscostewLA replied 1 year, 7 months ago 10 Members · 18 Replies
18 Replies

bugmeist

Member
July 7, 2024 at 6:53 am

A great rendition of that old traditional song. There are so many different versions it’s incredible and yours is tip top!
- DiscostewLA
  
  Member
  July 9, 2024 at 5:28 pm
  
  Thanks so much! I really appreciate you listening and the encouraging words!
albert_d

Member
July 9, 2024 at 6:24 am

Thanks. You reminded me of this classic. It had slipped by me. I like it slow deliver pace. Also pulls in a bit of our Ain’t No Sunshine benchmark technique.
- DiscostewLA
  
  Member
  July 9, 2024 at 5:29 pm
  
  Yes for sure – another one that I find similar is ‘Can’t Find My Way Home’ – with that pinky hammer-on. Thanks Albert!
Leslie C

Member
July 11, 2024 at 3:25 am

This is lovely. Reminds me too of ‘weary blues’ .
- DiscostewLA
  
  Member
  July 11, 2024 at 9:26 am
  
  Thanks so much Leslie! Rock on! (or ‘cheers’ )
Mrfredsporty

Member
July 11, 2024 at 3:45 am

Nice playing . Very intricate.I especially liked the vibrato you use in the solo part.very tasty
- DiscostewLA
  
  Member
  July 11, 2024 at 9:27 am
  
  Thanks so much for listening and the encouraging feedback! I really appreciate it. Rock on!
peter_m

Member
July 11, 2024 at 7:20 am

Wow @DiscostewLA ,

That was an awesome rendition of the old song. you even had some words i had not heard from other versions. I have been ‘trying’ to play that song for years but still cannot play and sing it at the same time. You are inspiring me! i am going to get back on it because of your wonderful version.
- DiscostewLA
  
  Member
  July 11, 2024 at 12:13 pm
  
  Wow – thank you so much for the kind words and I have been inspired by so many here I’m humbled to provide inspiration for others. I first heard this song on a live recording of Kermit Ruffins and the Barbecue Swingers 20+ years ago and must have listened to it a hundred times (and where I stole the middle verses from).
  
  I didn’t know it had additional verses until I decided to learn to play it a few weeks ago and found the all the other versions and lyrics. 🙂
  
  Here are the full lyrics I found and used as the base: https://www.bluegrassnet.com/lyrics/gamblers-blues-st-james-infirmary
  
  Rock on and I hope you enjoy learning and playing!!
  
  bluegrassnet.com
  Gambler's Blues (St. James Infirmary) | Bluegrass Lyrics
  Traditional, I went down to old Joes barroom,, On the corner by the square., The drinks were served as usual,, And a goodly crowd was there., On my left s...
LutherKnotts

Member
July 12, 2024 at 10:10 am

Great job with the thumb. I’m envious of all who can master the thumb action in finger picking. Also, thanks for sharing the lyric site. I have it bookmarked now.
- DiscostewLA
  
  Member
  July 12, 2024 at 4:17 pm
  
  Thanks so much Luther! Hope you have a nice weekend and get to play some guitar!
Nooski

Member
July 13, 2024 at 6:09 am

Really enjoyed this. Going to try to learn it inspired by you. This tune has always haunted me and have requested it several times from live performers. Reminds me in places of “Summertime” but so much darker.
- DiscostewLA
  
  Member
  July 13, 2024 at 9:19 am
  
  Thanks so much Nooski! Rock on and good luck – I hope you pick it up easy. Have a great weekend!
-Rick-

Member
July 29, 2024 at 8:06 pm

Love that song, love that style, great job singing. All you need is a dark room with a bar stool and a spotlight. ☆☆☆☆☆
- DiscostewLA
  
  Member
  July 31, 2024 at 5:24 pm
  
  Thanks for the kind feedback Rick. Hope you’re having a rockin’ week and getting to play a lot of guitar!
Braden

Member
August 5, 2024 at 12:34 pm

Another winner Disco…just loved it! Very nice fingerstyle and singing. Great vibe and emotion. You continue to inspire with this classic old blues tune. Well done and thanks!
- DiscostewLA
  
  Member
  August 5, 2024 at 5:19 pm
  
  Hey – thanks so much Braden! I really appreciate it and I hope you have an awesome week ahead. Rock on!

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