Kris Kristofferson with "Loving Her Was Easier (Than Anything I'll Ever Do Again)"

Witness the raw, intimate power of a young Kris Kristofferson as he performs his poetic masterpiece, "Loving Her Was Easier (Than Anything I'll Ever Do Again)," for the PBS series Boboquivari.

Recorded in 1970 at the KCET-TV studios in Los Angeles, California, this performance captures Kristofferson at the dawn of his solo career. Originally a Rhodes Scholar and an Army captain, Kris had only recently traded a career in academia and the military for the life of a Nashville songwriter. This appearance on Boboquivari—a short-lived but highly regarded public television program—remains one of the earliest and most high-quality captures of his gravelly, vulnerable vocal style and the literate, "New Nashville" songwriting that would soon change the face of country music forever.

Performance Highlights:

Intimate KCET Session: Filmed in a stripped-down, acoustic setting that perfectly suits the song’s delicate, folk-influenced melody and introspective lyrics. ????

The "Boboquivari" Archive: This set was broadcast in August 1971 and served as a vital early platform for Kristofferson, showcasing his transition from behind-the-scenes songwriter to a major label artist.

Songwriting Brilliance: Though later a massive hit for artists like Roger Miller, this original performance captures the specific weary soul that only the author could provide. ????

Musical Lineup:

Kris Kristofferson: Lead Vocals, 6-string & 12-string Acoustic Guitars

Donnie Fritts: Keyboards, Backing Vocals

Billy Swan: Bass, Backing Vocals

About Boboquivari:
Produced by KCET in Los Angeles and aired on PBS, Boboquivari (1970–1971) was a unique music series that focused on intimate, "no-frills" performances by legendary songwriters and folk artists. Named after a sacred peak in Arizona, the show is celebrated today for its pristine audio and historical importance in documenting the 1970s singer-songwriter movement.

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