Neil Finn with Jim Carter - Blue Smoke (Anzac Day/2015) video free download
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Commemorating the centenary of the Gallipoli landing, Neil Finn and Jim Carter have re-recorded "Blue Smoke", composed by Ruru Karaitiana in 1940. Jim Carter played steel guitar on the 1948 recording with singer Pixie Williams.
A portion of funds raised will support the RSA’s 2015 Poppy Appeal which funds support services for New Zealand’s veterans, former and current servicemen and women and their dependants.
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Comments
8 years ago
AxleCHCH
Splendid song Neil,its such a beautiful relaxing song and how you have reproduced it is such a no fuss manner its really authentic i think you have done a choice job cheers!8 years ago
Tui Jackson
This is magic ! 9 years ago
Gilli Wrightson
Tears to the eye. Lovely9 years ago
wilson mcphert
Beautiful song and rendition. I didn't know about it, but am so glad I do now.9 years ago
W⃣A⃣V⃣E⃣S⃣ ŦU
Wow this is amazing! My grandmother played this on her piano every morning..rain, hail or shine. I had no idea of the meaning behind this song, but I did know she sang it for my Grandfather and all the boys that didnt come home. Also, credit should be given to Mr Matariki Smith of Nuhaka as the original composer. #MaoriBattalion 9 years ago
Joseph Stevens
Wow this is remarkable, I hope that I can reach this age and can play like Jim.9 years ago
YouTubeSingers.com
Wow this is remarkable, I hope that I can reach this age and can play like Jim.9 years ago
kevinocooldaddy
Goosebumps 9 years ago
Alex-Ann Edwards
The original writer of Blue Smoke was actually Matariki (Riki) Smith of Nuhaka. He wrote that song while in the army overseas and taught it to his regiment, which obviously became a hit. He just didn't register it on return to NZ.@Neil Finn, this song was written to express his yearning for his hometown of Nuhaka.9 years ago
Lennon Bedford
Absolute gold! Tremendous9 years ago
Mahina Smith
Ruru Karaitiana did NOT write this song. He stole it from my Papa - Captain Riki Smith of the 28th Maori Battalion. 9 years ago
Bobi Petch
So gorgeous Neil, to do this.. and with Jim as well... This tune used to be played on the 1ZB Sunday request sessions, way back.. Thanks...9 years ago
Bridget Wellwood
wonderful Neil9 years ago
Stringtrees
Lovely stuff Neil. See the film of the guys leaving on the troop ship with the song was very emotive.9 years ago
Jenny N
That was just plain blimmin lovely and YAY to have the incomparable Jim Carter perform for this new recording. Your vocals were lovely, Neil. Awesome.9 years ago
Guy Walton
Thanks - what a great exchange between the two of you and loved the way you did the song9 years ago
Peter Mateer
Wonderful.9 years ago
Maggie P
Nice one Neil and Jim.9 years ago
Paul Lea
Good on ya Neil.9 years ago
Jamie Robert
So lovely was that song and rendition. Neil you were so gentle and respectful with Jim. Such a lovely man you are (as always).Related Videos
