Kathy's Song (cover)

[Bob1131]

As some of you know, I had brain surgery last summer and have been recuperating ever since (I was told that it takes a year or more). As a consequence, the songs I have posted since the operation were tracks that were recorded before the surgery. Well, here is a newly recorded track. It's my cover of Simon & Garfunkel's song "Kathy's Song." Unlike my usual productions, this one is just me and my guitar with no over-dubs, added instruments or harmony vocals. There are a couple of finger picking flubs in there so, please excuse them as I work to regain my abilities. Any and all comments are welcome!

[fitness1]

Wow - didn't realize what you had been through. Glad everything is OK now!

I prefer more sparse recordings as a general rule, and this one is great - the guitar sounds super tuned down

Hadn't heard the song in MANY years!

[DreadFred]

Bob, great rendition of one of my favorite songs...glad you are getting better.

[mesa]

Bob that was beautiful! Something pure with a great voice and guitar. Hope to hear more like this. Great job!

[noledog]

Bob listening to your tender hearted voice really started to choke me up on this beautiful rendition. Brother you haven't lost a step. In fact, I would love to hear more of you like this...jus' folkin' it so real ya know.
You've been in my prayers and this song sounds like a gracious answer.

[SalFromChatham]

I had no idea! Be well and keep pickin - Loved it.

[ahorsewithnonam]

Same here, I wish you a smooth recovery.

What is the guitar? Very nice!

[Jeremy]

Sounds really nice, Bob. I'm glad you're able to start recording stuff again.

[YamaYairi]

Bob, I had no idea you had major surgery. I am glad you are doing well. Your playing and singing on this sound great!

[BUDSTER]

Bob, This is one of my favorites that you have posted so far. I sort of view it as a celebration song for your recovery. I really was touched by how simple it was with just you and your guitar. So glad that you are doing well !!!!!!

Bud

[noman]

Sounds fantastic! Your recovery so far is a success! So happy for you!

You really captured the spirit of the song. This was the perfect song for going solo. Really fantastic job on guitar and vocal.

I really like those early S&G songs.

Great job, Bob!

noman

[Bob1131]

Originally Posted by fitness1

Wow - didn't realize what you had been through. Glad everything is OK now!

I prefer more sparse recordings as a general rule, and this one is great - the guitar sounds super tuned down

Hadn't heard the song in MANY years!

Thank you, very much! I'm still not recovered yet but, I am doing a little better each day.

Originally Posted by DreadFred

Bob, great rendition of one of my favorite songs...glad you are getting better.

Thank you, DreadFred (I love that handle!!). I sure do appreciate you listening and commenting.

Originally Posted by mesa

Bob that was beautiful! Something pure with a great voice and guitar. Hope to hear more like this. Great job!

Thank you, very much, mesa!! You are very kind. I will have to try more "solo" recordings for sure because I don't think I have the stamina or concentration ability right now to multitrack individual parts.

[stevejazzx]

Awesomeness Bob
One of my Fav Simon tunes and you did it so much justice.


Steve

[islandguitar]

I really enjoyed that! Very nice playing and sound......
Congrats on a continuing strong recovery!
Fred

[Ranger1964]

A prayer has been answered. Music to my ears. I've never liked anything better my friend.

Sooooo you sure picked a pretty song for your come back! Your finger work sounds great. It's interesting because after listening to so many of your productions, I can hear EXACTLY where you'd layer in the harmonies. I really like this "as is" for so many reasons! Welcome back Bobbyio, every note sounds just a bit sweeter I'd say!