Wild Mountain Thyme (trad.-verse lyrics by William Easley)2

kavin.

Uploaded May 28, 2012 11:47am.

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I thought it would be fitting to post this today, on Memorial Day, as a tribute to my friend William Easley, as well as all who have fought and died in wars, American or otherwise.

Sometime back in the 60’s William (Billy from here on) heard this Scottish song performed on television, and tried to remember the lyrics, but could only recall the chorus, so he came up with his own verses, turning it into a love-going-off -to -war song. I’ve always wanted to record it for posterity and finally did last night, amazing myself by remembering all the words.

After losing touch with him for several years, I learned the other day that Billy had passed last year, on his birthday, November 30. He was a very talented artist and musician, and has many works on display here in Texas and around the world. I was lucky enough to jam with him on a regular basis for a couple of years and share stages with him. I credit him for bringing me out of my musical shell and teaching me to follow any and all creative impulses. I will miss him very much.

Music and Chorus by Tannahill/McPeake, verses by William Easley

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Guest said May 25, 2015 12:29pm

Very good!!!

Gene Eric Mann said July 25, 2014 3:14am

Excellent. Great execution on the guitars, great delivery with the vocals. Beautiful, moving, touching, tasteful. Fabulous.

surmised said July 25, 2012 7:35pm

Very nice old school sound

Guest said July 10, 2012 1:37pm

Excellewnt, strong vocal dilivery with some inventive support

Andrew Russe said June 28, 2012 10:37pm

Wonderful :-)

Pablo Pax said June 5, 2012 9:57am

Nicely done Kavin. I always liked this song and your take on it. How about Spencer the Rover next? John Martyn does a great version (I imagine you may well be familiar with it...)