Lord, Im Coming Hone by William Kirkpatrick 1892 Hymn for @dlynnloves2sing Kareem Goubran 2025-10-09 | Dlynn just posted a video with her beautiful voice singing and her stellar ukulele playing this classic Hymn. Thank you for this reminder Dlynn that we are all welcome home in the arms of God's love. I am still struggling to learn the Banjo, which is obvious to all who listen, but Dlynn this attempt is for you as your version with Uke was such a huge inspiration. Thank you for always shining the light of Christ in all that you are and all that you do.
Somebody Prayed For Me/Victory Is Mine by Dorothy Norwood cover for @RuthLoader Kareem Goubran 2025-10-07 | Ruth just posted a cover of a song with a similar title that inspired me to try these songs taught to me by Delores and Eddie, longtime members of Graffiti Church, both in Nursing Homes now. Thank you Ruth for your example of creativity, compassion and caring and know that I am praying for you.Here is Ruth singing "Somebody Prayed" by Mike Adams.youtu.be/JKYHaGj0P-4?si=E-XTrh_whILL4AqDFollow that link and you can also learn more about Ruth and Mike's music.
Only Love Can Break Your Heart by Neil Young cover Kareem Goubran 2025-10-06 | @Randyphillips36 just recently covered this song and I was inspired to give it a try. Please check out his channel if you don't already know it. He is a great artist singing and playing great songs. Thanks for your music Randy.
On Jordans Stormy Banks on Banjo Kareem Goubran 2025-10-05 | This Hymn was written in 1787 by Samuel Stennett who was an English Baptist and considered a noncomformist. 200 years later. 1987, I was graduating High School and trying to teach 4 part harmony to a choir at my home church, Farmingdale Baptist in Long Island. I saw my freind Fred today, the voice responsible for the bass part, and thought this might be fun to practice my banjo with. I even tried a banjo solo as I silently prayed "Lord, may Pete Seger forgive me and give me strength". Thanks for joining me in the practice room and for singing along as Pete always encouraged us to do. This is dedicated to Fred. I love you brother.
Man Of Constant Sorrow by Billy Strings cover Kareem Goubran 2025-10-04 | This song has a great history. From the writing and releasing by Dick Burnett in 1913 to the resurgence of it's popularity through the movie "O Brother Where Art Thou?" in 2000. Once again in was Billy Strings who introduced me to this great song. Thank's for listening.
One of These Things is Not Like the Other by Ben Maestas PDC @Aesops_Adventurers Bass Riff Kareem Goubran 2025-10-03 | Ben is a creative genius. Just when you think he is all about words. poetry and lyrics, he puts out a one-hour instumental album. Here is just one of the amazing bass moments taken from this exceptional musical work. Click below to listen to all 11 tracks of this awesome experience. Thank you Ben for your music. Much love and gratitude from your low tech acoustic friend on a bench.youtu.be/5MDrbfpEsk0?si=Daqv38UImLyYt7tUSInce I recorded this he has put out another instrumental album. This guy is unbelievable.youtu.be/4_R921voI-w?si=gKRa4q1AXrBJYT9Z
Autumn by Jesse Welles cover Kareem Goubran 2025-10-02 | We had our first cool day here in NY. What a beautiful season. "It's Autumn here how about you".
Lay Down by Melanie cover for @COWBOYBARNMAN Kareem Goubran 2025-10-01 | Thank you so much Barney for singing this song of peace for me and for teaching it to me and inspiring me to give it a try. "We all sang the songs of peace". You gave me such a great gift that I will cherish forever and all I can say is Thank You. You are the best. Eternal thanks.Here is Barney's awesome version and dedication. I am overwhelmed.youtu.be/0iZlsDH1_-s?si=igERUqT7T4uodLhD
Isnt She Lovely by Stevie Wobder cover for Lia and @RuthLoader Kareem Goubran 2025-09-30 | After I struggled through a Stevie Wonder song recently, @RuthLoader suggested I try "Isn't She Lovely" for our new grandaughter Lia. Since I have my own wonder in my son Stevie, and he happens to be Lia's godfather, he took the lead in honoring our lovely Lia with this song. We love you Lia and we appreciate you Ruth for suggesting this perect song for this perfect 3 month old.
Jesus Is Waiting For Me by Billy Strings cover Kareem Goubran 2025-09-29 | Written and performed by Larry Sparks but it is Billy Strings who is helping me take in all this great Bluegrass and Gospel. Thank you Billy.
Cows by Jesse Welles cover Kareem Goubran 2025-09-28 | So I traveled to Cow Meadow Park in Freeport NY to try singing Jesse's new song about Cows. Thank you again Jesse Welles for singing about all creatures great and small and for sharing mooooore great music with us every week.
Fat Cows from Amos 4 for @RuthLoader Kareem Goubran 2025-09-27 | Ruth is such a great singer, guitarist, flutist, songwriter and musical artist. She recently encouraged me to sing some more from the minor prophets. Here is a song I wrote a while ago from the prophet Amos. Thanks so much Ruth for your encouragement. I am using my Blue Lava Touch Smart Guitar with built in Kung Fu distortion effect. Here are the lyrics. Thanks again Ruth for being awesome in every way.Fat Cows (Amos 4)Fat Cows who oppress the poorFat Cows who crush the needy Fat Cows give us another drinkFat CowsWith rings in your nosesYou will be dragged awayLike a fish on a hookFat Cows
I Have Seen The Rock Of Ages by Billy Strings cover Kareem Goubran 2025-09-26 | John Preston wrote this song and Larry Sparks released it in 1976 but once again it is Billy Strings who is turning me on to such great Bluegrass and Southern Gospel music. Love the image of being beside his mother's bed and hearing her proclaim that she has seen the rock of ages, and Jacob's ladder as she crossed the river of Jordan homeward bound. It goes without saying that I can't play like Billy but I am learning some of his licks as a way forward.
Run, Squirrel, Run by Ben Maestas PDC @Aesops_Adventurers Bass Riff Kareem Goubran 2025-09-25 | Ben is a creative genius. Just when you think he is all about words. poetry and lyrics, he puts out a one-hour instumental album. Here is just one of the amazing bass moments taken from this exceptional musical work. Click below to listen to all 11 tracks of this awesom experience. Thank you Ben for your music. youtu.be/5MDrbfpEsk0?si=Daqv38UImLyYt7tU
Its Me, Its Me O Lord (Standing In The Need Of Prayer) Kareem Goubran 2025-09-23 | This is an old spiritual, which may have been born in the cotton fields of American slavery, and has become a great hymn for all to remember those struggles and to reflect on our own. I added my own as a preacher "I may be the preacher but you are my teacher I'm just a creature Lord, Standing in the need of prayer" Hope this song puts a smile on your face because somehow admitting my own need through this song put a smile on mine.
If Your Hairs Too Long, Theres Sin In Your Heart by Billy Strings cover Kareem Goubran 2025-09-22 | My wife just gave me this fresh haircut so I thought this would be a fun one. Ray Stevens wrote this song in the 70s but Billy Strings introduced me to it and he is about all I am listening to these days. Not only is he an insane guitarist but he is teaching me the beauty of bluegrass. We always love a little humor in our music, Amen?
Will The Circle Be Unbroken Kareem Goubran 2025-09-21 | This is an old hymn that was reinterpreted and made popular by The Carter Family. It is a standard jam for scores of artists now for sure thanks to them. Speaking of thanks, thank you for listening to me try to learn the banjo and harmonica simultaneously. Ouch. At least you got the view of the bay.
I Saw The Light by Hank Williams cover Kareem Goubran 2025-09-20 | Trying to learn banjo and harmonica at the same time while sharing a beautiful view of Long Island's North Shore at sunrise. 1 out o 3 ain't bad.
Holy Water by Bad Company Bass Riff for @loulauer5853 Kareem Goubran 2025-09-19 | Thank you Lou for suggesting this one. This is the Long Island Sound and it is right beside a place we go to get natural spring water. When we return with 15 gallons from the naural spring our kids would always ask, "did you get the holy water". Wishing you all a trip to a local spot that brings you peace. We need to practice self care that is fun and restorative during these times. Thanks again Lou for your music and your constant encouragement and inspiritaiton. Thank you as well for helping us dream with your new song. I invite you freinds to take a listen if you haven't yet.youtu.be/n4y7UhPt4x4?si=kqNCtiSXkgUSW6n9
Superwoman by Stevie Wonder Cover Kareem Goubran 2025-09-18 | I am not a singer so why on earth would I try to try to sing Stevie.I have always loved this song with the deepest part of me."Where were you when I needed you, like right now?"The lush Maj7 chords mixed with diminished, min7s etc were super fun on my 12 string so I had to give it a try once I got the 12 back after loaning it to a friend.Stevie Wonder is even more of a genius than we can really know or comprehend.So please forgive my singing and take a listen to Stevie's original recording.youtu.be/oYpcCMxQXaE?si=DPCvX-Jj1zudecKdMarcus Miller just produced a cover that reminded me how much I love this song and Stevie even plays out the song with a wicked harmonica solo.youtu.be/P8wo-xzwOmg?si=SRDZEW1CQFkR1tXS
Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus Kareem Goubran 2025-09-16 | DADGAD Tuning in the Rain'Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus,Just to take Him at His Word;Just to rest upon His promise,Just to know, "Thus saith the Lord!"Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him!How I've proved Him o'er and o'er;Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus!Oh, for grace to trust Him more!I'm so glad I learned to trust Him,Precious Jesus, Savior, Friend;And I know that He is with me,Will be with me to the end.Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him!How I've proved Him o'er and o'er;Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus!Oh, for grace to trust Him more!
In The Morning by Jesse Welles cover Kareem Goubran 2025-09-15 | "In the morning, in the sunshine, don't I know it's gonna be a brighter day".
Something in the Air by Thunderclap Newman cover for @COWBOYBARNMAN Kareem Goubran 2025-09-11 | Cowboy suggested a give this song a try. Thank you for this reminder that we got to get together. You rock Cowboy.
Locusts by Jesse Welles cover Kareem Goubran 2025-09-10 | Not sure if the locusts or the crickets were singing lead but I am always thrilled to sing back up for all creatures great and small.
I Can Feel Him in the Morning by Grand Funk Railroad cover for @COWBOYBARNMAN Kareem Goubran 2025-09-09 | Take 2. A little further from shore so no ocean waves crashing into me this time. Cowboybarnman covered this song better than I think anyone has or possibly can. He asked me to give it a try which was intlmidating beyond words. What he did vocally, especially in his high range, was a thing of melodic beauty. Thank you Cowboy for inviting me to give this great tune a whirl. If I am honest, your version will always be The version for me. Here is Cowboy's version.youtu.be/ldJZDuzY7x0?si=_w-H3H_mNh7Aa8Wn
The Dishonest Scale Will Not Preval (Hosea 12:7-9) for @RuthLoader Kareem Goubran 2025-09-08 | After Ben @Aesops_Adventurers requested I sing a song using the words of the prophet Malachi, Ruth heard it then suggested I give Hosea a try. This one is for you Ruth. I am using my blue lava touch smart guitar with built in kung fu distortion.Thank you Ruth for your music and your encouragement.The Dishonest Scale Will Not Prevail (Hosea 12:7-9)Businessmen use a dishonest scaleThey love to cheat the poor who are left to weep and wailEphraim boasts I am filthy rich; By oppressing the poor but nobody’s gonna snitchBut God says no, I set you free from slaveryI will give you homes again we’ll celebrate and party
I Can Feel Him in the Morning by Grand Funk Railroad cover fIrst take for @COWBOYBARNMAN Kareem Goubran 2025-09-07 | So I set up near the beach and sang "Take me down to the waters, let me feel it run over me". A reminder that if we believe what we sing, we may see our songs become reality.Here is Cowboy's cover which will never be matched in my opinion, but snce he asked me to give it a try I did. Will find a dryer spot on the beach to try again. Thanks again Cowboy.youtu.be/ldJZDuzY7x0?si=_LfoMLul2epdHQrR
Speak Out (Malachi 3:5) for Ben @Aesops_Adventurers Kareem Goubran 2025-09-06 | I recently wrote a song from the words of the prophet Amos and Ben said, "Malachi next", so here is a song I wrote for Ben from the words of the prophet Malachi chapter 3 verse 5. I had to break out my blue lava touch smart guitar with built in Desert Rose distortion effect. Thank you Ben for being a constant inspiration in so many ways, Grateful for you brother.Speak Out (Malachi 3:5)Speak out against those who cheat workers of their wagesSpeak out against those who oppress widows and orphansSpeak out against those who deprive justice to immigrants
Youre Building Peace by Tna Weber cover Kareem Goubran 2025-09-05 | Here is another great song I found on @80songsforpeace. This song is such a gift to all who desire to build peace. Tina gives us gentle reminders that when we stop judging others, see one another as sisters and brothers, heal within, deal with our anger, grow in forgiveness, or find other ways of planting seeds of peace, we are building a more beautiful and peaceful world. Thank you TIna for allowing me to sing this wonderful song of yours.Here is her original version.youtu.be/wvihoIzm-SE?si=N90TK_Uf84dggjtlThere is an interview and chords linked in the description as well.Here are some other linksHomepage: https:www.tina-weber.deYou-Tube-Channel: @tinaweber3212Instagram: instagram.com/tina_weber_musikYou-Tube-Channel of Charles Eisenstein: @charleseisensteinGerman song version and thoughts: • Die eine Frage, die alles verändern könnte... Thanks again Tina
When I Was Hugging God by @TheEdThread cover Kareem Goubran 2025-09-04 | Ed Pettit is the kind of songwriter that when he drops a new song you drop everything to listen and this case go find a place to sing it. His harmonica playing is exceptional here as usual.Here he is singing "When I Was Hugging God".youtu.be/SjnYXRetz3k?si=ISp0s1F32WKugh9rThank you Ed for your music.
Calling All Angels by Train cover Kareem Goubran 2025-09-03 | Singing in E instead of Bb, 3 whole steps lower than the original, due to my cold reducing my vocal range significantly but adding the grit that only a cold can do. It seems hopless out there that's why I am calling all you angels. "I won't give up if you don't give up".
So Damn Cold by @TheEdThread cover Kareem Goubran 2025-09-02 | Ed Pettit is a fantastic songwriter and a wonderful singer, guitarist and harmonica player. I would celebrate any one of those skills of his if that's all he could do but he does all of them so exceptionally well that it is overwhelming. What an honor to hear his music let alone get to sing and play his songs to place them deeper in my heart. Here is his original which can not be improved upon. Thank you Ed for everything.youtu.be/mB0M_jFzkqs?si=2-lFhbWK3bdZUqDo
My New PJ Bass (Gift from my Friend Vin Russo) Kareem Goubran 2025-09-01 | My oldest and dearest friend Vinny Russo, best bassist on Long Island, gave me this bass for my birthday. I have traditionally been a jazz bass player and I would eq up the amp to give more bass or low end. This combo of a precision pickup at the neck and the jazz pickup at the bridge seems to give the perfect combination of warmth and clarity. I left the eq completely flat on my fender rumble bass amp and found that this bass may have the most balanced tone I have experienced. Vin put this together from parts. He says the neck is a jazz, the nut width for sure, but the contour of the neck is more precision. I love you Vin and I thank you so much for this amazing birthday gift. Getting to hang our and write that song together was so fun. This bass is my new go to for sure. Eternal thanks for your luthier skills in putting it together and your generosity in blessing me with it. I am overwhelmed. I can't seem to put it down. Love you Viiwwwiiiii.
Isaiah 58 Kareem Goubran 2025-08-31 | I tried singing this scripture that is so important to me but as you can see it was a struggle, but worth doing as it planted these words of justice deeper in my heart. Thanks for joining me on this journey. I used my blue lave smart guitar with built in Black Hole effect because worshiping the God of justice while perpretating injustice by oppressing workers and ignoring the poor is like a black hole of hypocrisy. Dedicating this to Ben @Aesops_Adventurers. You requested Malachi after hearing Amos, here is Isaiah until then. I listened to your advice and came in out of the rain and drank some hot tea but my cold and the rasp in my voice remains. Appreciate you Ben. This is another passage that reminds me of @johnny_amish's song "In Vain". Thanks Johnny and Ben and thank you Graffiti Church for studying this passage with me on 9/7/25 as we begin our new series Worship? Service?Isaiah 58“Shout with the voice of a trumpet blast. Shout aloud! Don’t be timid.Tell my people Israel[a] of their sins! Yet they act so pious!They come to the Temple every day and seem delighted to learn all about me.They act like a righteous nation that would never abandon the laws of its God.They ask me to take action on their behalf, pretending they want to be near me.‘We have fasted before you!’ they say. ‘Why aren’t you impressed?We have been very hard on ourselves, and you don’t even notice it!’“I will tell you why!” I respond. “It’s because you are fasting to please yourselves.Even while you fast, you keep oppressing your workers.What good is fasting when you keep on fighting and quarreling?This kind of fasting will never get you anywhere with me.You humble yourselves by going through the motions of penance,bowing your heads like reeds bending in the wind.You dress in burlap and cover yourselves with ashes.Is this what you call fasting? Do you really think this will please the Lord?“No, this is the kind of fasting I want:Free those who are wrongly imprisoned; lighten the burden of those who work for you.Let the oppressed go free, and remove the chains that bind people.Share your food with the hungry, and give shelter to the homeless.Give clothes to those who need them, and do not hide from relatives who need your help.“Then your salvation will come like the dawn, and your wounds will quickly heal.Your godliness will lead you forward and the glory of the Lord will protect you from behind.Then when you call, the Lord will answer. ‘Yes, I am here,’ he will quickly reply.“Remove the heavy yoke of oppression.Stop pointing your finger and spreading vicious rumors!Feed the hungry and help those in trouble.Then your light will shine out from the darkness,and the darkness around you will be as bright as noon.The Lord will guide you continually, giving you water when you are dry and restoring your strength.You will be like a well-watered garden, like an ever-flowing spring.Some of you will rebuild the deserted ruins of your cities. Then you will be known as a rebuilder of walls and a restorer of homes.“Keep the Sabbath day holy. Don’t pursue your own interests on that day,but enjoy the Sabbath and speak of it with delight as the Lord’s holy day.Honor the Sabbath in everything you do on that day, and don’t follow your own desires or talk idly.Then the Lord will be your delight. I will give you great honorand satisfy you with the inheritance I promised to your ancestor Jacob. I, the Lord, have spoken
Play Music On The Porch Day #playmusicontheporchday Kareem Goubran 2025-08-30 | Thank you @loulauer5853 for letting me know about #playmusicontheporchday . I used the words of this amazing campaign, added a few of my own, and just started playing bass on the porch. Thanks again Lou and all the musicians making music today and everyday.Here is the website for Play Music On The Porch Dayplaymusicontheporchday.comThey even have a live feed of those partiicipating. It's not too late to join in.Play Music On The Porch DayWhat if for one day everything stopped And we all just listened to the musicMusic Stops HateMusic Stops HateIt’s not too lateLet’s make peacePut down your pieceYour guns of warPick up your guitar
Amos 5:21-24 Kareem Goubran 2025-08-29 | Yesterday, August 28th 2025, marked the 62nd anniversay of the historic March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have A Dream" Speech was born on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. I wrote some music to this scripture from the prophet Amos using my Blue Lava Smart Guitar with built in Kung Fu Distortion effect. This longer excerpt from Amos reminds me of @johnny_amish's song "In Vain". Thank you Johnny for being awesome and special thanks to the rain for not only the stunning visual effect it provided as I recorded this video but also for possibly contributing to the cold that gave me this gritty rock edge to my voice. "Let justice roll down like waters and righteousness like a mighty stream".Amos 5:21-24Am B C “I hate, I despise your religious festivals;G AmYour assemblies are a stench to me.Am B CEven though you bring me offerings,G AmI will have no regard for them.Am G AmAway with the noise of your songs!Am G AmI will not listen to the music of your harps.C G DBut let justice roll down like waters,C G DRighteousness like a mighty stream!
Them Changes by Thundercat bass jam Kareem Goubran 2025-08-28 | Thundercat is a legend. He is playing this song on a 6 string bass while singing, soloing, creating amazing effect combinations, playing these parts I tried and much more. Trying to simplify, tune down, struggle through and mess up constantly reminded my what a genius he is. Here is one of his amazing performances of this song. I am going through changes with my feeble attempt.youtu.be/s2qTe9V45kc?si=pxLfaW7qdJZ-bgLY
Preacher How Do You Know by Vin Russo (With a little help from his friend Kareem) Kareem Goubran 2025-08-27 | Vin Russo is a Snake Breeder, Bird Photographer, Bonsai Master, Fisherman, Botanist, Scientist, Landscaper, Gardener, Musicain, Koi Keeper, Luthier, Wood Worker, Master of all trades, Renaissance Man and one who has always loved all things in creation and devoted his life to the care of those things. He had a conversation with a preacher when he was a kid, questioning the existense of God, and this conversation led to what he called an Epiphany, where from that conversation with Pastor Marshall, he was able to see divine inspiration and the creator's design in all things. Vin is my oldest and dearest friend and we have been talking about writing a song about this experience for years. Here is that song with the lyrics below. I love you Vin.Preacher How Do You Know(Question)Preacher how do you knowWhich way to goHow did we get hereIs it really that clear(Answer)Look around at the beauty you seeIt’s not just a coincidence to meThe fish the snake the flower and the birdWere made so God’s love could be seen and heard(Question)Preacher what about youAre you sure that it’s trueWhy is the sea so blueIs it calling us too(Answer)All of Creation, So SublimeReminds us of the DivineWe are not aloneFor it is through creation God’s love is shown(Reflection)All this beauty is a gift from aboveFrom the creator to show divine loveEver since the first Garden was madeWe were called to take care of it to save(Solo)
Thank You by Soumaya Hiltmann and Thomas Janowskij cover Kareem Goubran 2025-08-26 | Here is another great song @80songsforpeace.Thank you so much Soumaya and Thomas for reminding us of the power of gratitude to lead us towards peace.Here is her song on 80songsforpeaceyoutu.be/BuHP1u5cS1M?si=u5pvbchIRWDi83iUHere is the interview with Soumaya about the songyoutube.com/watch?v=If0KAXxA8L0Here is a little more info about Soumaya.soumaya-hiltmann.comThank you Soumaya for the honor of singing your song.
HItch a Ride by Boston cover for @JessePinkman_69420 Kareem Goubran 2025-08-25 | Today, August 25th 2025, is the 49th anniversary of Boston's debut album. My friend Jesse requested this song for today in memory of Brad Delp, Boston's lead singer who passed away March 9 2007. Thank you for all the great music Brad and for the awesome request Jesse.
Peace Be To You by Iria Schärer cover Kareem Goubran 2025-08-24 | Today, August 24, 2025, is my 56th Birthday. I have three birthday wishes.Peace Be To YouPeace Be To MePeace Be To Everyone Here is s great song from @80songsforpeace written by Iria SchärerHere is the song she shared for 80 songs for peaceyoutu.be/8fmDp3DR23Q?si=VMl_NCbm3V3t54KFHere is the song and interviewyoutu.be/CyvEXvyShF8?si=XG0t_sTi1KAZiHvPHere is her websitehttps://www.iria.de/Thank you Iria for this song of peace
We Will Sing For Peace Om Shanti Om by Katharina and Wolfgang Bossinger cover Kareem Goubran 2025-08-23 | Another great song from @80songsforpeace Here is the full interview and songyoutu.be/NWdumxY4erQ?si=yMp0Z6CwQIGHDBNOHere is their websitehttps://www.healingsongs.deWe will sing and pray and work and dance for peace.
Be At Peace by Sabine van Baaren and Amy Antin cover Kareem Goubran 2025-08-22 | Here is another great song from @80songsforpeace Here is the song for 80songsforpeaceyoutu.be/XNzRfgnbPPU?si=WiQkZbeSATTh00waHere is the song and interviewyoutu.be/OAx3kx061cw?si=2fgd2XiD2tI474EFHere is more about Sabine http://www.sabinevanbaaren.deThank you for this gift Sabine and for allowing me to sing your song to spread your message of peace.
Singing With A Cold Kareem Goubran 2025-08-21 | Singing With A ColdSinging is fun it never gets oldEspecially when you are singing with a coldIt’s even more fun than riding in boatsCause when you sing with a cold you can’t hit the high notesSinging with a cold, SInging with a coldMake your music bold and start singing with a coldHaving a cold better than a bad backIt even helps your singing voice crackBeing sick is the opposite of fitBut it gives your singing voice a little more gritSinging with a cold, SInging with a coldMake your music bold and start singing with a coldHaving a cold is a bit of a painMaybe I should stop singing in the rain
