Esther Rose, “Keeps Me Running,” // GemsOnVHS™
We headed down to New Orleans to catch up with Esther Rose and her band. I’m not as well versed in the various parishes of the Big Easy as Esther is, so I had no idea where we might end up when she invited me to come record some of her new songs. She didn’t disappoint, as we ended up in the beautiful, historic Marigny Opera House. Light poured through the windows and seemed to dance with the frolicking, light hearted tunes of the musicians.
I love finding what Esther has been up to. She is naturally cool as they come, hard working and dedicated to her craft, songwriting. While I never know where we will end up (we saw a bear in North Carolina and she ran away and left me to be eaten), I always know she is bringing some fire to the table. Her new record doesn’t disappoint, and is sure to burn a hole in my stereo for years to come. In this lineup my favorite fiddle player Lyle Werner returns, and Max on the guitar.
From the Wikipedia on the Marigny;
In 1847 the Catholic priest J.M. Masquelet purchased a property on the corner of Dauphine Street and St. Ferdinand Street in Faubourg Marigny for $3,000 to build a parish church.[1] He commissioned the architect Theodore Giraud to design the church building. The following year the parish is dedicated as Holy Trinity Church, a Catholic church serving the German immigrant community.[2] The original church was destroyed in a fire in 1851. In 1853 a new church is built under the direction of Rev. Matthias Schifferer.[1]
“Keeps Me Running” is out now on Father/Daughter Records (US) and Full Time Hobby (UK).
Download + stream here: https://smarturl.it/keepsmerunning
band: Matt Bell, Lyle Werner, Max Bien Kahn, Gina Leslie, Howe Pearson
audio assistance: Adam Keil
location: Marigny Opera House
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@abdhashmi
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
This girl could be my like good friend. Easily.
@Kingbeefriend
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
I am such a fan. She has so many great songs. Great band, great voice. She should be huge! Come to Wintergrass Esther!
@scottkidwellmusic9175
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
Great song, and great performance!
@eliasmartinez4260
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
What a beautiful song! Keep it going Esther ❤
@zacharybuckner938
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
Wow this is just so good!
@thorofasguard9770
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
Great song, loved you when you opened for Pokey Lafarge at Thunderbirds! Please come back to Pittsburgh soon!
@jeffrrryyy
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
just want to say thank you – im loving your channel and the artists you present
@michaelbowman7558
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
There's something about this lady that I like! No explanation, I just do!
@chonch_burger
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
Her voice does to me what sirens do to coyotes.
@JaneWillowMusic
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
Dude (or dudette) I love this channel. So good. How did you get such good audio? What kind of lapel mic did you use?
@queenielu28
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
this is amazing
@fadedP
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
where is the flood y’all
@tucuruicomercioerepresenta2308
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
Looks like a Band of weirdos, but the sound is realy good!
Good Job!
@calebedwards3457
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
Lyrics?
@carrico504
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
BYWATER: STAND UP
@retrorealtorteam
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
My favorite Woman right there <3
@xavihc994
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
WoW, really good!🔥😍
@UNCLEBEN2021
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
I love her voice I started listening to her stuff often after hearing her for the first time on your channel.Ive become a big fan of many of the artist you've presented so many beautiful songs such real music.Its just meaningful and true music.Thank you for that .
@brendonleary
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
I've said it before and no doubt will say it again, Esther is a Gem.
@xSP3CTREx
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
Crave new music and you always deliver! Thanks for all you do and bravo to the talent <3
@perkdawg_
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
Gibson ES-120T Guitar. Gotta love Esther!
@trevorroush4638
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
all about the OG Matt Bell
@nathanjohansen7169
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
Esther Roooooooooooose!!
@AxeMoose
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
Fabulous
@cedarriver
February 28, 2026 at 9:46 am
Love Esther's music. Didn't like it at first, but that changed over time. She has such a positive, charismatic aura! Chords and lyrics below folks.
Also on UG: https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/esther-rose/keeps-me-running-chords-3446939
Capo on 2, standard tuning. Studio version are the same chords btw.
Intro E A
Verses G D G D G D E A
Chorus D Em A D Em A (plus 3 more times in the last chorus)
Interlude D Em A D Em A
[Verse 1]
Strike a match and watch it burn
Now every single match will get a turn
First the smoke, then a flame appears
I can feel the fire drawing me in
Smoke is filling up my room
As I write another love letter to you
Just for you
[Verse 2]
See the sun is sinking low
You're going but you got nowhere to go
Walk the streets, you're nowhere bound
Like the king of the underground
Now you're calling me your friend
Setting me free to chase the wind
Chase the wind
[Chorus]
Fire that keeps me, keeps me
Fire that keeps me, keeps me running
Running
Fire that keeps me, keeps me
Fire that keeps me, keeps me running
Running
[Interlude]
[Verse 3]
Sun is sinking, now it's gone
But it's coming back before too long
I'll hit the pavement, walk it out
Telling me what it's all about
And all my friends out at the show
I'm going but I've got nowhere to go
To go
[Verse 4]
Fire looking back at me
Fire tell me what you see
Tell me how you burn so bright
Keeping me company tonight
Yes I'm calling you my friend
But every fire needs the wind
Chase the wind
[Chorus]
Fire that keeps me, keeps me
Fire that keeps me, keeps me running
Running
Fire that keeps me, keeps me
Fire that keeps me, keeps me running
Running
Oooooooh keeps me, keeps me running
Running
Oooooooh keeps me, keeps me running
Running
Oooooooh keeps me, keeps me running
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