This is definetely a TOP classic/standard a song they always do on their shows!! A song that's 50 years old but still timeless!!

Tower of Power is still playing concerts!! I was so lucky to have their music as a teenager!! Their brass section was awesome!!❤

Two iconic bands from this era are Tower of Power and Earth, Wind, and Fire. EVERYBODY loves these two bands!

I haven't heard this one for awhile, but I immediately sang along: every word, every inflection; it's in me! 🎶

2024 I’m 72 years old still listen to this song horn section is off the hook!!!

This song was a standard play in clubs across the country when it hit the streets. I remember the guys and gals loving this masterpiece. Dance floors were always packed with Tower Of Power tunes.

Old-school soul from Tower of Power

I'M GLAD I GREW UP WITH THIS MUSIC, PURE GOLD.

Still remembered all the words! People actually fell in love in those days.

Tightest band ever. Even live, never miss a beat.

I love this Band. Remember them from back in like 1972. Love their song "Down at The Nightclub."

Chicago is another great band who has amazing horns and amazing songs!!❤️❤️

Few groups, if any had Horns that could match the Tower Of Power, Or Vocalist that could touch them. This group had it all. Thanks again. #271

The Tower has had some very talented lead singers, Rick Stevens, who served as lead singer in its early years, lending his vocals to the East Bay funk group's signature 1972 hit, “You're Still a Young Man,” ... Later on So Very Hard To Go with Lenny Williams performing the vocals. The song is the band's biggest hit to date in the United States, peaking at No. 17 on the Hot 100 on 28 July 1973 and No. 4 on KHJ radio in L.A. on 31 July 1973. You have them both in your playlist.... cool

I've seen these guys live several times over the years, and they ALWAYS bring their A- game ❤

Another iconic 70's band with horns you need to add soon.... Earth, Wind & Fire - That's the Way of the World (Official Audio)

Chicago is another great band who has fantastic horns and incredible songs! 💯❤️

I was a senior at Illinois State University in 1969 and Tower of Power played at the University Union. Great Concert indeed !

"So Very Hard To GO" Ain't nothin' I can say, nothin' I can do, I feel so bad, yeah, I feel so blue. I got to make it right for everyone concerned even if it's me, if it means it's me what's gettin' burned. 'Cause I could never make you unhappy, no, I couldn't do that girl, only wish I didn't have to love you do, makes it so, so very hard to go. (backgrounds-So very hard to go) 'Cause I love you so, (backgrounds answer-So very hard to go), ah, I love you do. I'd have to pay for my mistakes, I can't blame you for what you're doin' to me girl, even tho' my heart aches. Your dreams have all come true just the way you planned them, so I'll just step aside, I'm gon step aside and lend a helping hand then. 'Cause I could never make you unhappy, no I couldn't do that girl, only wish I didn't love you so, makes it so, so very hard to go. (Backgrounds-So very hard to go) 'Cause I love you so (backgrounds answer-so very hard to go) Oh, I love you so (backgrounds answer again-so very hard to go) And it ain't easy to walk away when a man love some body (so very hard to go) hey, hey, hey, hey.

Haven't heard this song in a long time. Was big back in the day. Forgot how good it is. Something special about it. And as others have commented, I too remembered the lyrics.

Love, love, love, great choice!

Today you started your second year with two genuine Classics. One from the Best of Rock, and one from the Best Of Soul. I smile again.

Elvin Bishop - Fooled around and fell in love (1975)

Saw them in concert in Sonoma County one year...I just love this band..This was always my favorite song of theirs...

Seen them LIVE...GREAT!!❤👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

Superb, soulful song and band with that jazzy flavor!

So much soul and funk ☮️☮️🎵🎶🎵💜

Great Song, checkout a group call NEW BIRTH and their song call UNTIL IT'S TIME TO GO with a great female lead singer

I have seen TOP a few times over the years and they NEVER disappoint..OUTstanding!!

The best soul band ever ever

From my old stomping grounds. Also check out "Sparkling in the Sand" and "You're Still a Young Man."

Ten Years After - I'd Love to Change the World (Stereo Quad Mix)

always amazing. thank you.

LOVE TOP❣ Sweet soul sounds of my childhood. JM you should react to TOP's other top hits: "You're Still a Young Man", "Sparkling in the Sand">(will take you on a trip), "What is Hip" 🎤🎺🎷🎸✌🤩

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How about What Is Hip from the same album with Lenny as the lead singer 😊

Going to see them 29 Oct 23 in Hartford. I'm sure it will be very hip.

Best heard on a good vintage stereo system such as a pair of Cerwin Vega DX-7 speakers and a realistic STA 2100 receiver.

Weeping Lenny. The 2nd vocalist of TOP and the best. 😊 He came in on the 3rd album after Rick Stevens was jailed for killing a drug dealer.😮

With absolutely no disrespect to all of the great "Horn Bands" of the 70's, like Chicago, Earth Wind & Fire, Kool & The Gang, Brass Construction, Sun, The Ohio Players, The Brecker Brothers, etc. IMHO, Tower of Power (TOP) has the best "Horn Section" in the music business!!!

I feel like I'm on the road to San Francisco!

Hey JM, you want some serious Soul music with a extra touch.... Major Harris - Love Wont Let Me Wait

Lenny Williams singing.....With Bruce Conte on guitar.

Please they this gem of them; “Boys of the Bay, you must watch the video very intense instruments!!

I sang this when my first wife dumped me, with a few changes, especially I sang "I could never make you happy." Because nothing I did was good enough.

I love your reactions so much I would love to see you react to Squib Cakes and Look In My Eyes!!!

The Perfect Classic Rock Song with Mick Taylor on guitar and Nicky Hopkins on piano and Mick Jagger voice singing his lyrics in this Masterpiece..... Rolling Stones - Time Waits For No One (Remastered)

I hope you have back up for your videos in case YT goes down. I copy each one into a file and memory sticks so I will have them and share them for the foreseeable future with family and friends. I'll be happy to send you a copy any time. Thanks for the great content.

Slamming

Baritone sax is off the hook.

Take a chance to watch Leonid & Friends' cover. It's incredible how did they got 99.99999% close to the original.

Tower Of Power with the music they had back in the day you would create a whole new generation after fooling with that band music

Hey JM, you should try "Silky Soul" by the legendary group Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, the song is a tribute to the late great Marvin Gaye who put Frankie and his group on the game, he helped them to land a deal with Capitol Records. Silky Soul is the title track of the album released in 1989, wich includes the hit '"Can't Get Over You", both songs worth a listen. Cheers from Brazil!

Check out East Bay Grease, there first album.

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