Earlier today there was an official release of Charlie Overbey single for the benefit of National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) – Save our Stages initiative, titled “Ode to John Prine”. Single ft. beautiful vocals of LP, who also helped with the lyrics.
photo courtesy of Charlie OverbeyCharlie has been working on this single at Palomino Sound studio since August. It’s the most important release to date for this musician. Song was written very recently, inspired by the crazy times that we are currently experiencing worldwide. Times that have been extremely hard for independent artists and small venues.
In Charlie’s words:
It’s nearly impossible to survive a year or more with no revenue.
Some of our favorite smaller venues and live music bars have already become fallen casualties of the pandemic.
I personally believe that as quality human beings we must do what we can to be of the solution~ to be for the greater good of Humanity & Rock n Roll.
Thank you in advance to everyone involved in this track and everyone that decides to download and immerse yourselves for the greater good.
‘Ode to John Prine’ ft. an array of amazing artists including: Jimmy Vivino (Conan) – Guitar; Rami Jaffee (Foo Fighters/Wallfowers) – Keys; Darryl Jones (Rolling Stones) – Bass; Steve Ferrone (Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers) – Drums & Charlie’s daughter – Katie June Overbey, on Violin.
photo courtesy of Charlie OverbeyThis single not only has “taken on a couple of beautiful lyrical changes with the help of my homie LP” it also features her incredible vocals. When I first listened to the track it took me back in time to some of the early stuff which LP did with The Cracker band.
I really love the song, its message, lyrics and uplifting tone. And I’m really happy that LP was involved in it, as she compliments Charlie’s vocals with her soulful voice. Song was beautifully arranged with the help of Ted Hutt, who is also a producer of the track.
Charlie Overbey – Ode to John Prine feat LP, Jimmy Vivino, Rami Jaffee, Darryl Jones & Steve FerroneSong was released with an accompanying video directed by Daniel deLeon. It is out now on all musical platforms, with video on Charlie’s YouTube. If you’d like to help, there’s NIVA’s Emergency Relieve Fund – you can donate (here) and/or sign the petition (here).
I really hope that we will all be able to see each other again in a concert venue, enjoying music that’s so much needed in our lives. I really miss the travel, the rush, the excitement, and of course you! My LPeople family! Can’t wait to hug you all!
PS. Charlie, thank you for this song!
OFFICIAL LYRICS
Didn’t see this one coming
No way to read the signs
The higher up they say it ain’t so
But I can read between the lines
My friends a non believer
Says that none of its real
Come November we’ll be missing’ more than ever how the high of a concert feels
(Chorus)
Take me to another place
Take me to another time
Tell me that we’re goin’ our tonight to see John Prine*.
SOMETIMES I WANNA JUST SCREAM
NOWHERE TO RUN AND HIDE
GIRL YOU CAN CHANGE THE WORLD
HEAL THE GREAT DIVIDE
MY FRIENDS AN ANTI-VAXER
SAYS IT’LL SOON BE GONE
ME I’M AN ANTI-TAXER IVE BEEN RUNNIN FOR WAY TOO LONG
Take me to another place
Take me to another time
Tell me that we’re goin’ our tonight to see John Prine.
Come on home – Stay with me
There’s a brand new angel in Montgomery
Come on home
To the promise of something’ real
Comes a time when we must reinvent the wheel.
So come on home
SOMETIMES I WANNA JUST SCREAM
NOWHERE TO RUN AND HIDE
GIRL YOU CAN CHANGE THE WORLD
HEAL THE GREAT DIVIDE
Take me to another place
Take me to another time
Tell me that we’re goin’ our tonight to see John Prine.
*John Prine (October 10, 1946 – April 7, 2020) – an American country folk Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, who died at 73 from coronavirus complications.
Anna from Poland. I have been a blogger for a long time, but more in a royal field. Since 'meeting' LP through her music and as a person, a lot has changed. If I'm not working on my blog, I work as a teacher. I love to travel, read & dance. I sing & play uke when no one listens. Music was always a big part of my life.
