The Who, Love, Reign O’er Me - A Classical Musician’s First Listen and Reaction

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Жыл бұрын

This is my first exposure to The Who, and I enjoyed it a lot! But this is only half of the experience - Be sure to continue to the second video to see the rest of my introductory exploration!
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• The Who - Love, Reign ...
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@VirginRock
@VirginRock Жыл бұрын
Hi everyone! Please drop under this comment your questions ONLY! I will do my best to answer them all!
@joevoolo8532
@joevoolo8532 Жыл бұрын
Attention all planets of the solar federation, Attention all planets of the solar federation, Attention all planets of the solar federation. We have assumed control, We have assumed control, We have assumed control.
@peterdonnelly1074
@peterdonnelly1074 Жыл бұрын
sorry about the typos
@salsonny
@salsonny Жыл бұрын
At the end. The faint whistle sound ( flute , keyboard ? ) adds so much depth
@MartinBryan
@MartinBryan Жыл бұрын
Was that Violin/strings , ( I had always thought that was a synthesizer)?
@johnbrereton5229
@johnbrereton5229 Жыл бұрын
@@MartinBryan Yes, it sounds like a Moog synthesizer, and they were very popular at the time this was recorded.
@johnmorgan7262
@johnmorgan7262 Жыл бұрын
The whole Quadrophenia album is massively epic. You really need to listen to the whole thing to understand its full impact.
@patthewoodboy
@patthewoodboy Жыл бұрын
agree
@stephenmorse342
@stephenmorse342 Жыл бұрын
Hi John, indeed, one of the most epic albums ever recorded. Start to End.
@everking3767
@everking3767 Жыл бұрын
Agreed. It is my go-to for listening and no album I have heard is better for listening start-to-finish. As a concept, as a composition, and as a memory there is just none better. Maybe Lifehouse if it ever happened as Pete originally intended would top it...maybe.
@ChrisHyde537
@ChrisHyde537 Жыл бұрын
This is what four virtuosos of their instruments can do with a masterpiece composition by Pete Townsend. I literally wore out two copies of this album through handling. The third one was left in its wrapper and stayed in new condition to this day. Not bad considering that I bought all three before 1980.
@scottzappa9314
@scottzappa9314 Жыл бұрын
I saw the Who live do Quadrophenia in 2013. Phenomenal.
@craenor
@craenor Жыл бұрын
Keith Moon was insanely good...and also just insane.
@pudder68
@pudder68 Жыл бұрын
🤣gonna steal that haha
@craenor
@craenor Жыл бұрын
@@pudder68 there was an old print advertisement from long ago. I want to say it was for a high end stereo or speaker system? The caption was something similar to: "It's like having Keith Moon there in the room with you...only safer."
@johneebarnett
@johneebarnett Жыл бұрын
I am curious how one would not be familiar with the Who being that they been a very commercialized band over the last 40 years. I’m glad you like the song.
@j.kevvideoproductions.6463
@j.kevvideoproductions.6463 Жыл бұрын
The Human Drum fill...
@andrewhoran7088
@andrewhoran7088 Жыл бұрын
Moon the loon
@WiserInTime
@WiserInTime Жыл бұрын
<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="346">5:46</a>
@juanpallautapulido200
@juanpallautapulido200 Жыл бұрын
No other drummer sounds like Keith Moon
@fidacuca
@fidacuca Жыл бұрын
I prefer Keith Sun
@digitig
@digitig Жыл бұрын
Well, yeah. But I challenge you to find *anyone* in that lineup who *isn't* regarded as one of the greatest in their field. :)
@RolandTumble23
@RolandTumble23 Жыл бұрын
My personal take is that Moon was a horrible drummer--in terms of what one usually expects from drummers. However, he was a freaking BRILLIANT musician who just happened to choose "lead drum set" as his instrument.
@jbognap
@jbognap Жыл бұрын
@@RolandTumble23 Pete Townsend felt the same way.
@bostonwhofan
@bostonwhofan Жыл бұрын
"Love Reign O'er Me" is the last song on a rock opera by The Who called "Quadrophenia". It's about a teenager named Jimmy growing up in the UK who is struggling with all the challenges almost everyone has experienced as we morph from being a child and into an adult. On the 3 songs on the album before "LROM", Jimmy is contemplating suicide. He came very close to succeeding, but even as the waves were about to wash him off the rock he was sitting on and carry him out to sea, he suddenly realized love is the only thing that matters. Hence, Love Reign O'er Me.
@youtubesucks2575
@youtubesucks2575 Жыл бұрын
Correct,perfect summary of one the greatest albums of all time.
@zeeman3684
@zeeman3684 Жыл бұрын
!
@DavidLindes
@DavidLindes Жыл бұрын
Nice to see someone else refer to it as LROM. A friend of mine from high school and I used to talk about this song thus shortened (and pronounced, roughly, "ell-rom"). Thanks. :)
@IMeMineWho
@IMeMineWho 11 ай бұрын
Partially correct. Jimmy believes he is all 4 Who members. Each side of Jimmy relates to a different personality aspect of each band member. Only at the end does Jimmy integrate all aspects of his and their personalities after he realizes love is the only thing that matters. It is also a commentary of life after WW2 and the emergence of Britain's youth culture.
@qqw743
@qqw743 10 ай бұрын
Also: It's a fuckin' banger.
@bobbo11357
@bobbo11357 Жыл бұрын
Having a true professional musician offering first impressions to a song I’ve been listening to for 40 years is an eye opener. Thanks
@georgesheffield1580
@georgesheffield1580 Жыл бұрын
50 + years and still enjoying them .
@stumplifter
@stumplifter Жыл бұрын
Same here… I was laughing along with her experience…. Anticipating her reactions to parts that are known forward and backward by us “classic rock” folk.
@jamiebartleet1772
@jamiebartleet1772 10 ай бұрын
Saw them live 3 days ago. The incredible thing is that aged 79 Roger can STILL sing it!
@andthensome512
@andthensome512 Жыл бұрын
The drummer, Keith Moon, played very different than pretty much every rock drummer. He was orchestral in his approach and I love that you noticed that.
@tubecated_development
@tubecated_development Жыл бұрын
He was an pop art painter who painted with drums
@grover868
@grover868 Жыл бұрын
The Who are the group that mostly represents the youth that never dies inside us. In my opinion, and I repeat, in my opinion, The Who were hands down the most exciting rock 'n roll band to witness live ever. I would love to observe Amy's face when she discovers some of The Who's rock 'n roll songs that made them legends.
@BeantownToBigD
@BeantownToBigD Жыл бұрын
Yup, a dose of the Townshend windmill guitar technique
@kevinetheridge7201
@kevinetheridge7201 Жыл бұрын
Well said. There’s something about Townsends writing that express been down with the youth that all the other groups around at the time 60’s 70’s couldn’t express. I think the jam and the clash are similar in that way to the who.
@tixximmi1
@tixximmi1 Жыл бұрын
Yes a very high energy band. Not to get confused with, "The HU". (Mongolia)
@SamJ_1980
@SamJ_1980 5 ай бұрын
I've seen them 5 times, my only regret being born in 1980 and therefore too young to see them with Keith Moon. The first time I saw them they did the whole Quadrophenia album, and it's still the greatest concert I've ever been to.
@williamfranz9872
@williamfranz9872 11 ай бұрын
The song coordinates with the final dramatic scenes where ultimately the main character decides to drive his scooter off a cliff where it shatters on the rocks below. You really need to listen within the context of the opera . It was the perhaps the greatest of the Rock Operas of that era along with Tommy and Webbers Jesus Christ Superstar. It was ambitious and delivered.
@user-gk9lg5sp4y
@user-gk9lg5sp4y Жыл бұрын
John Entwistle is considered on the greatest bassists as well. He also played trumpet, french horn and piano
@elemar5
@elemar5 Жыл бұрын
Big Johnny Twinkle.
@norbertk9595
@norbertk9595 Жыл бұрын
This is the only song on Quadrophenia on which John takes a conventional approach to the bass. His feel, of course, is utterly solid.
@mattsabath
@mattsabath Жыл бұрын
In my opinion one of the greatest vocal performances ever in Rock music. Hard to pin it down to one particular style. Roger is singing with his heart open for the world to see. Phenomenal.
@maxsteele4555
@maxsteele4555 9 ай бұрын
I feel that way about the entire album. One of the greatest rock performances of all time.
@merriwinkle7631
@merriwinkle7631 Жыл бұрын
Yay!!! Keith Moon wins Amy over!!! Rightfully so, his drumming was gloriously full and rich in this. I very much enjoyed part 1 and am looking forward to part 2.
@tbeaton100
@tbeaton100 Жыл бұрын
I fell off my chair when I heard Amy take some time out to admire the percussion. "Keith Moon! Keith Moon! Keith Moon!" I was shouting as I toppled over. I have just discovered and I absolutely love these videos.
@johnr.8275
@johnr.8275 Жыл бұрын
I wish Keith's drum sound was as good on all their albums as it was on Quadrophenia. I think that album is his best recorded sound.
@jasfan8247
@jasfan8247 Жыл бұрын
Too bad about her video that she can't see how Moonie is going about his playing and Pete smashing everything . The explosions, the lunacy...
@InstantLeprosy
@InstantLeprosy Жыл бұрын
@@johnr.8275 Everybody was at their best on Quadrophenia.
@johnr.8275
@johnr.8275 Жыл бұрын
@@InstantLeprosy I agree. A killer album, and beautifully recorded.
@PLEGG2323
@PLEGG2323 Жыл бұрын
Nobody can write them like Pete and nobody can sing them like Roger.
@surfersilver6610
@surfersilver6610 Жыл бұрын
Nobody can bang them like Moon.
@dragicavujanovic
@dragicavujanovic Жыл бұрын
Right
@davidschecter5247
@davidschecter5247 Жыл бұрын
One of the great British songwriters, Pete Townshend, along with Ray Davies, Lennon, McCartney, Justin Hayward, and others. What a talented world it was back in the UK in the 1960s and 1970s. Four brilliant musicians in The Who, all working together for the benefit of the song.
@dudeco01
@dudeco01 Жыл бұрын
Well i'm an old man born in 1952 and this song in my opinion ephitpmyzes what a great rock song it is all about. Loud, Powerful dynamic great melody incredible performance by all the musicais involved > Roger Daltrey voice and Keith Moon drumming are just imbelievable ! and not forget to mention the marvelous job done by Glynn Jonhs recording mixing and producing this álbum .
@Frankincensedjb123
@Frankincensedjb123 Жыл бұрын
Pete Townshend is the main songwriter and genius extraordinaire. The Who are part of a small group of great rock bands that sat at the foundation of classic rock back in the 70s. That guy on the drums is Keith Moon, quite a unique hammersmith of toolage few who could compete.
@Chamomileable
@Chamomileable Жыл бұрын
I feel like you'd love Electric Light Orchestra. They were ostensibly a rock band with a lot of radio hits but veered heavily into classical and progressive rock very often. The band was one of the first in rock to implement orchestral instrumentation as non-session instrumentation and their fusion of rock sensibility with classical training was incredibly fun.
@mattlay
@mattlay Жыл бұрын
I second that!
@ivans8543
@ivans8543 Жыл бұрын
Third that !
@ArniePorter
@ArniePorter Жыл бұрын
No doubt.
@shoehead65
@shoehead65 Жыл бұрын
Yes!!! I was thinking that since Amy started this channel. ELO is my all-time favorite band!
@InstantLeprosy
@InstantLeprosy Жыл бұрын
ELO is great, but the Moody Blues were playing with a real Orchestra in 1967.
@patricknelson5151
@patricknelson5151 Жыл бұрын
I loved your reaction to this one. You picked up on one of The Who’s greatest strengths at this time and that was the incredible drumming by Keith Moon. (The band did some good music later in their career but they never fully recovered from the unfortunate death of Moon in the late seventies.) I also loved the connections with Chopin and Rachmaninov. Best of all was the look on your face and the obvious pleasure you were having in what you were hearing. An important thing about the ending of this song is that this is also the ending to the “opera” (Quadrophenia), which is why the music reaches toward such a huge, dramatic conclusion.
@ednicholson7839
@ednicholson7839 Жыл бұрын
This song is the finale for an entire album that is basically a rock opera. You have to hear the whole album to get a sense of the power of the musical story it tells. The song doesn't stand on its own that well unless you're already familiar with their work.
@41Forethought
@41Forethought Жыл бұрын
Back in 1973, a college friend had a Quadraphonic 4 speaker system. While the original Quadrophenia wasn't released as a true 4-channel recording, the original stereo masters were synthesized into 4 channels and released as a Quadraphonic recording. We wore out the Quadrophenia album listening to Kieth Moon's astounding drumming as it wrapped around the room! It's an absolutely unforgettable experience, even 50 years on... (BTW, Pete Townshend originally planned to record and release Quadrophenia in true 4 channel surround sound but recording studio construction delays and technical limitations in 1972 resulted in 2 channel and synthesized 4 channel releases. A remastered and remixed version of Quadrophenia was released on Blu-Ray uncompressed audio disk in 5.1 Dolby Surround; it is probably the closest to Townshend's original vision.)
@kmjr2400
@kmjr2400 Жыл бұрын
My favorite song ,on my favorite album, by my favorite band of all time!!! THE WHO REIGN FOREVER !!!!!
@movietimeateds69
@movietimeateds69 Жыл бұрын
The Who is the greatest band of all time!
@kmjr2400
@kmjr2400 Жыл бұрын
@@movietimeateds69 I 💯 percent AGREE
@rorystorm4284
@rorystorm4284 Жыл бұрын
You should listen to the whole album. A masterpiece!
@danw2276
@danw2276 8 ай бұрын
along with the WHOS NEXT album, killer
@charlesmarkley220
@charlesmarkley220 Жыл бұрын
There is band called Yes. They made a song called Heart of the Sunrise. Oh my, you won't believe your ears. Promise. 😊
@alanbaker-wc1mm
@alanbaker-wc1mm 9 ай бұрын
He’s one of the greatest singers that ever lived
@joepegel
@joepegel Жыл бұрын
Roger Daltrey's vocal style leans heavily into the blues, which is probably the traditional Southern element you're hearing.
@jongawel4589
@jongawel4589 7 ай бұрын
He idolized soul singers. The Who did many James Brown covers in their early days because that's who Daltrey wanted to emulate.
@DerekDerekDerekDerekDerekDerek
@DerekDerekDerekDerekDerekDerek 6 ай бұрын
That's why i prefer Petes voice 😅 he sounds english when he sings. More unique voice too.
@LeeKennison
@LeeKennison Жыл бұрын
A very enjoyable first listen by you. While The Who is a UK band, like many of these British bands formed in the 60s, they were heavily influenced by the American blues and gospel singers from the South, so this may be why you are feeling the kind of connections you described. The British invasion bands (The Who included) of the 60s, are in large part credited with bringing the blues back to America, although this particular song doesn't have a particularly strong blues feel to it. Keith Moon, the drummer you noticed, was one of the most iconic (and eccentric) drummers in rock history. Unfortunately, like many musicians of this era, he died young.
@patricknelson5151
@patricknelson5151 Жыл бұрын
In their early days, The Who played a lot of American rhythm and blues as well as Motown. African American music had a significant influence on their sound, especially on Daltrey’s singing. Curiously, they had less country influence than many of their contemporaries such as The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.
@LeeKennison
@LeeKennison Жыл бұрын
@@patricknelson5151 Yeah for sure, I am always amazed at how these British groups were so deeply rooted in blues and gospel (both Chicago and even early Delta Blues). With a lot of them it was in a much rawer/purer form early in the careers around which they developed their own styles that made them famous. Some retained a much purer form of the blues in their music into the late 60s and 70s. Thinking of the Peter Green era of Fleetwood Mac, or a lot of the Led Zeppelin songs, some of which are almost pure blues, among many other examples.
@patricknelson5151
@patricknelson5151 Жыл бұрын
@@LeeKennison Completely agree. When Amy was talking about the blues and the atmosphere of hot, swampy Southern weather, I kept thinking of some of those gospel or blues tinged songs by Led Zeppelin (When the Levee Breaks, Bring It on Home) or The Rolling Stones (You Gotta Move, I Just Want to See His Face). When I think of The Who, though, I mostly think of Motown (Heatwave) and the rhythm and blues songs the English Mods loved at the time.
@LeeKennison
@LeeKennison Жыл бұрын
​@@patricknelson5151 With the Stones the one that always jumps out at me is Midnight Rambler. While not necessarily pure blues, it is very heavily influenced by the blues. For Led Zeppelin I could add many, but I will just add two more to yours (I Can't Quit You Baby, Since I've Been Loving Your). Even when you look at Jimi Hendrix, while he grew up on American Blues back in the states, he really had his big breakthrough after his London years. I'm thinking his very bluesy style had to have had some influence from the British interpretation of the blues.
@happinesstan
@happinesstan Жыл бұрын
Keith Moon's drumming, on this album, is incredible.
@ge0rgeharris218
@ge0rgeharris218 Жыл бұрын
It's classic Roger Daltry and his innovations with his voice!! He's putting some deep feelings into the piece!!
@jonathanroberts8981
@jonathanroberts8981 Жыл бұрын
Certainly one of his greatest performances.
@Greg-om2hb
@Greg-om2hb Жыл бұрын
The Who began as a Mod band in England. It’s interesting that you hear The South in this later work. Rock is a bouillabaisse of American musical styles including Delta and Chicago blues, mountain music, Gospel, and Jazz. Big vocals are what gives Rock its energy and emotional impact. Did you know the term “Rock and Roll” originated as slang for “sex”? Real Rock moves the listener in a primal way. Pleased that you felt the percussion. In contrast to a highly technical drummer like Buddy Rich, Keith Moon was definitely a “feel” drummer with an incomparable and highly animated style. Have you ever seen Animal the drummer on The Muppet Show? He was modeled after Moon.
@BadgersInTheAttic
@BadgersInTheAttic Жыл бұрын
It's interesting that you bring up Buddy Rich, who is often contrasted with his contemporary Gene Krupa. Have you ever watched a video of Gene Krupa back to back with video of Keith Moon? It's fascinating the way Moonie seems to channel Krupa's entire physicality.
@seanparker5595
@seanparker5595 Жыл бұрын
The Who started as a 60s R&B cover band and their Mod phase was at the urging of their manager.
@lovethegame777
@lovethegame777 Жыл бұрын
I'll be the first to admit that I'm not even the biggest Who fan out there, but imagine being able to say that you laid down the vocals on this track. Just incredible emotion.
@bobcannell7603
@bobcannell7603 Жыл бұрын
I was very lucky to get into a small venue Who concert in the south of England in 1972. The astonishing energy was like nothing I have experienced since. Every member of the band was so tight and together and high energy. It was a transcendent experience. Their ability to go from high energy rock to 'high altitude' out of body experience in a chord change is like no other band. Utterly exhilarating. i was also deaf for a week!
@fast_mattw8059
@fast_mattw8059 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed reading this comment man 🤘🏼that is such an amazing memory to have to look back on. You saw legends in the making, that makes your story legendary 😉
@racinnut77
@racinnut77 Жыл бұрын
I've been looking forward to your reaction to this since you announced you would do it. There's a lot for a classical musician to enjoy, and a lot for a rock fan to enjoy. So glad you liked this. I personally love The Who and it makes me happy to see a new listener with a background such as yours appreciate them.
@michaelheller8841
@michaelheller8841 Жыл бұрын
Keith Moon on the drums. I can understand why your really enjoying it, he was one of Rocks best of all time. The song is a masterpiece! looking at peoples reaction for the first time makes me happy.
@vaughnnewman8903
@vaughnnewman8903 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your reactions. Your channel would fit seamlessly into an NPR or PBS program- and that's a compliment. I think there may be a misconception of classical musicians as being very prim and proper and looking down upon popular music. But your broad and deep musical knowledge allows you to appreciate all the musical nuances/concepts. Your passion for music really comes through and I'm glad you're discovering new artists/bands and expanding your horizon. Thank you for your time and effort you put into these reactions.
@willjohnson8446
@willjohnson8446 Жыл бұрын
This song is such a wonderful release within the movie Quadrophenia and the album. It’s a gorgeous song, but within the framework of Quad, it is truly glorious.
@jaewok5G
@jaewok5G Жыл бұрын
formed in the early 60's in England, The Who, like many of their contemporaries, were highly influenced by American blues and Motown . in fact, the band's "tag line" is "Maximum Rhythm & Blues." each of the 4 band members were uniquely energetic virtuosos in their own right.
@kevinrenaud2752
@kevinrenaud2752 Жыл бұрын
Keith Moon was an A-list drummer and really deserves a deep dive 🙂
@ronpotter9810
@ronpotter9810 Жыл бұрын
I got to see them do this live while Keith Moon was still with us & it was pretty spectacular. One of those moments that have stuck with me all these years later.
@nyobunknown6983
@nyobunknown6983 Жыл бұрын
This song is the last song from the Quadrophenia album which is an album that tells a story. It is best listened to in the context of the whole album.
@minkhollow
@minkhollow Жыл бұрын
Wow, you picked one HELL of an introduction to the Who. This is the closer on Quadrophenia, their second rock opera (and the better of the two, though it couldn't have existed without Tommy). All of Quadrophenia is worth checking out; you'll hear leitmotifs of this and a few other songs in it throughout. Who's Next is also back-to-back bangers (for my money, the best song there is "The Song Is Over," but the whole thing is so good I can't fault anyone for ranking it differently). Other bands worth checking out: Moody Blues, especially for regular incorporation of 'non-rock' instruments. Days of Future Passed is quite literally a rock symphony, with an orchestra recruited for the express purpose of recording the album. "Nights in White Satin" ("The Night," to make sure you have toe full album version) is the highlight, but "Dawn Is a Feeling" and "Peak Hour" are also fantastic. A Question of Balance is my other favorite of their major albums. Emerson, Lake & Palmer - especially since you're coming from the classical music world. They regularly covered classical music - I get lost in the weeds on "Fanfare for the Common Man" after a while, but "Hoedown" absolutely smokes - and their original stuff is also fantastic. "Trilogy" or "The Endless Enigma" (Part 1, Fugue and Part 2) will give you a taste of the sauce without needing to pack a lunch for a prog epic. Though if you want the prog epics, "Tarkus" and "Karn Evil 9" are both well worth the time invested. Jethro Tull: Ian Anderson decided he'd learn flute instead of guitar, and taught himself. The result: pure chaos. "My God" and "Locomotive Breath" are two solid starting points (all of Aqualung is quite good). And I'm seconding Electric Light Orchestra, because ELO worked some magic. "Fire on High" will take you on a JOURNEY. My usual recommendation list works out to about two-thirds of A New World Record, but "Rockaria!" would be a solid place to start.
@DENVEROUTDOORMAN
@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 11 ай бұрын
And Donnie and Marie Osmond
@donatuskissoon9365
@donatuskissoon9365 Жыл бұрын
This is the finale to an epic rock opera performed by among others the best rock vocalist, the best bass-player and the best drummer we have ever seen. It is as British as it gets. The band is the most energetic band you will ever encounter. They bring a passion out in their fans. Your analysis so far only grazes the surface. This music grabs people by the throat and takes them to an incredible height before releasing them. There is the power of rock with a classical intricacy. Very few instruments creating a tapestry of sound that takes classical music dozens of instruments. Most of all it rocks to the max.
@probotprobert
@probotprobert 9 ай бұрын
Don’t forget the best guitarist and songwriter who composed it
@jamesbond4633
@jamesbond4633 Жыл бұрын
This came from an entire concept album called Quadrophenia that was made into a movie. If you want a really emotional version of this song that is stripped down go to the Kennedy Centre Honors of The Who and it will really show you how spiritual this song is. You are right on with your analysis of this song. Keith Moon was the drummer. A real swing drummer. He was an off the wall kind of guy. Hmmmmm maybe you have some rock star genes in you?!!!!
@alexo5861
@alexo5861 Жыл бұрын
I remember seeing that. Bettye LaVette who sang it was AMAZING. Also remember at the end when Pete and Rodger were being shown, Barbra Streisand lean forward to Pete’s and you could see her telling him what a great song it was.
@SamNitzberg
@SamNitzberg Жыл бұрын
Yup. Bettye LaVette's version. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e7CZadCSudvJg5c.html Possibly better than the original.
@skayt35
@skayt35 Жыл бұрын
Amy has studied Jazz. She knows Blues and Gospel very well.
@youtuberuk9695
@youtuberuk9695 Жыл бұрын
LOL.... Off the wall.... Is that the polite way of saying Mad as a Brush...????
@johnpettigrew83
@johnpettigrew83 Жыл бұрын
Out of our brains on the 5.15 James. All aboard.
@Hartlor_Tayley
@Hartlor_Tayley Жыл бұрын
Great reaction. The drummer studied Gene Krupa. And the singer was influenced by Soul/RnB singer and contemporaries like Tom Jones. The Who took all their influences and created a whole new thing. I particularly like the bass player. The piano intro really pulls you in.
@LeeKennison
@LeeKennison Жыл бұрын
John Entwistle is legendary amongst bass players. In fact, I think there is a specific prohibition on calling yourself a bass player until you can play the bass solo from My Generation. Or maybe it is just attempting to play it, since not many nail it in the true Entwistle style.
@Hartlor_Tayley
@Hartlor_Tayley Жыл бұрын
@@LeeKennison Entwhistle was really the only guy in the band actually playing the song. An absolute rock. Some one said to Townsend “people say you’re the best guitarist in England” Townsend said “ I’m not even the best guitarist in The Who”.
@LeeKennison
@LeeKennison Жыл бұрын
@@Hartlor_Tayley Lol. I had never heard that quote before. Love it.
@EarlofCrawford
@EarlofCrawford 2 ай бұрын
"I am enjoying the drummer"...I love this person so much
@gs8191
@gs8191 Жыл бұрын
This was the climatic last track of the Who's classic concept double album Quadrophenia. Based on a true story of the battles between two rival gangs, the Mods and the Rockers in 1963 Britain. Jimmy is the fictional lead who becomes a member of the Mods, a gang who liked the newer music, like the Who, who were just starting out but had developed a cult following like other new bands. And the Rockers still clung to the rock and roll and r&b of the 50s (yes, they fought each other, sometimes injured and killed each other, all over music). It's a great story and one of the Who's best albums worth a listen by itself. The whole album has a classical structure, even an overture in the beginning.
@Ginger7024
@Ginger7024 Жыл бұрын
For me…the Who take me on a joyous rollercoaster where I literally feel like I am free of this earth and floating…it is a high for me…musical bliss. My all time favorite band….
@stevesilsby5288
@stevesilsby5288 Жыл бұрын
Drawn out endings are a staple of live rock performances. The Who does this on many of their studio recordings to deliver the feel of being at a live concert. One great example of this is Peter Frampton's "Do You Feel Like We Do" from his album "Frampton Comes Alive." Knowing that your audience wants the song you're playing to go on longer deserves a protracted ending that both delivers what they want and brings it to a climactic end. Frampton is among the very best at this.
@soulhealer20
@soulhealer20 Жыл бұрын
There are no words that words to describe this music. But it's nice to see you respond to it in an excited fashion. I clearly remember in November 1973 when this music was first released and my reaction was one of great wonder. By the beginning of December I got to see The Who perform the music live in Montreal when it was fresh in our ears. Twenty two years later, in my first semester of music study in college The Who performed the complete Quadrophenia rock opera in Vancouver. I wrote both an essay on the rock opera music itself and a concert performance review of their live show . I got an A and an A+ respectively on those and I opened a few stodgy classical musician ears in the process. LOL. Cheers
@patrickminer5926
@patrickminer5926 Жыл бұрын
My goodness it's patrick again I was 14 years old in spanish class in 1973 my friend wesley bought this album from gillete record store in riverside ca and we went to his house after school we drank some budweiser and smoked some weed and we were blown away by this album. It's so cool to hear your response as you know i have a sweet and gentlemanly crush on you You're genuine and new take on these old classically beautiful songs are magical to me Peace and happiness to you.
@annheckenbach9396
@annheckenbach9396 Жыл бұрын
This song is close to 50 yrs, old, which musically made it very different for those times. All the musicians are British, and the Who first appeared on the music scene only a few years past the Beatles. They were the first band I saw live as a very young teenager, at 13 or so.The Beatles hit the musical scene when I was maybe 10, so in the vanguard of the "British Invasion". British rock and roll musicians were intrigued by people like Elvis Presley, blues of the Southern United States, musicians like Muddy Waters.
@markkrawchuk5862
@markkrawchuk5862 Жыл бұрын
EXITING! Pure joy to see you discover this song, and The Who. Cant wait for you to hear the album TOMMY. HAPPY TEARS💎⚡♥️🌷
@AlejandroRivera1980
@AlejandroRivera1980 Жыл бұрын
Really excited you finally did The Who. Their energy is like no other...A couple of years back I went to one of their concerts, and even after all these years they haven't lost it. It is definitely the concert I've ever had the most fun.
@steveullrich7737
@steveullrich7737 Жыл бұрын
I just saw them this past May and they still put on a great show!
@TheMrzero35
@TheMrzero35 Жыл бұрын
The strings and voice shows a desperate yearning and longing for his love who he is separated from. It's beautiful, sad and dynamic all at the same time.
@bubhub64
@bubhub64 Жыл бұрын
Saw The Who live in 1982 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The Who played this song live, and it was glorious.
@digibirder
@digibirder Жыл бұрын
Keith Moon was one of the greatest drummers of all time. Totally unique style. You can't help but notice, like you did. His power is undeniable.
@tshingtenglim965
@tshingtenglim965 Жыл бұрын
When I first discovered this channel it was 14.9k subs a week ago, now is touching 19k soon. Congrates. One thing i want to pay compliment to is the use of warm lighting against wooden wall background and the cool green foliage outside (summer) is very organic, soothing and appealing. I hope as you find improvements in the future you can keep the same kind colour temperature not using neon lightings like some other popular youtubers like to. Keep it up! I would like to see Amy do an assessment on Pink Floyd’s The Great Gig In The Sky. Thanks guys.
@willasacco9898
@willasacco9898 Жыл бұрын
I agree. It is a beautiful, soothing background, as you say, and complements her personality and musical experience.
@demianseale501
@demianseale501 Жыл бұрын
Interesting she picked out the genius of Keith Moon. This was so much fun. Can’t wait for Close to the Edge or Supper’s Ready!
@andymccabe6712
@andymccabe6712 Жыл бұрын
What I can't wait for is some stuff which ISN'T 50+ years old!!! ..... and I'm 63.......!
@franksullivan1873
@franksullivan1873 Жыл бұрын
Love envelopes you like rain,surrounds you and when you except it ,then it Reigns over you.
@jupiterlegrand4817
@jupiterlegrand4817 Жыл бұрын
The Who, Nov. 22, Thanksgiving night 1973, the Forum, Inglewood California. If you were there, that's all that needs to be said.
@maxxschneider5534
@maxxschneider5534 Жыл бұрын
"Pete's Song" I believe his father scored movies. But the intro is absolutley brilliant. Roger kills it as a vocalist and he set the bar too high for himself and never reached this level again. Those strings have this nautic motiff of ships on the high seas. A great song. A masterpiece.
@stevevonrumpf9842
@stevevonrumpf9842 11 ай бұрын
I think she loves the complexity of the music as she dissects all the instrumentation and vocals and how it all melds together beautifully and seamlessly. It's one of the most complete rock songs of all time!!!
@robertkees6048
@robertkees6048 Жыл бұрын
If you listen closely at the very end, you'll hear some clattering, and that's Keith Moon bashing the drums so hard at the end the drums came crashing to the ground, and that's the take they used. The sound is still there to this day, true story.
@ronforeman2556
@ronforeman2556 Жыл бұрын
On "Love Reign O'er Me," from "Quadrophenia," The Who's guitar-bass-drums trio of Pete Townshend-John Entwistle-Keith Moon was augmented by Chris Stainton on piano and "orchestration" programmed on an ARP synthesizer. To achieve a convincing sound of an orchestral string section, Townshend taught himself to play the cello. Entwistle performed all of the multi-tracked brass parts. Moon performed all percussion parts, in addition to drum set.
@damianlim16
@damianlim16 Жыл бұрын
I’m really happy your started your channel. It’s wonderful. I love your analysis of the pieces you chose. And I can truly feel the sincerity of your appreciation for them. And your facial expressions are so genuine. 😊
@davidwhite3181
@davidwhite3181 Жыл бұрын
This is a real classic!! One song from the greatest rock album of all time!
@andytraiger4079
@andytraiger4079 Жыл бұрын
I've always concerted this song a masterpiece.
@charliehaefeli6825
@charliehaefeli6825 Жыл бұрын
I watched all the first listenings up to now, but I never saw Amy so happy and relaxed, with such a positive attitude towards a song until "Love Reign O'er me". I'm really curious about her finding in the second part ❤
@ChromeDestiny
@ChromeDestiny Жыл бұрын
A big layout of percussion instruments was set out for drummer Keith Moon to use during the ending. On take one of recording that part Keith knocked over the whole assortment of percussion instruments. It was caught on tape and everyone thought it was funny so they used it as the outro.
@davjamrid
@davjamrid 2 ай бұрын
You can’t “pinpoint their style” because they are their style. The are unique and iconic. There is no band like The Who.
@dwimmor
@dwimmor Жыл бұрын
What a great band. Every member of The Who contributed their bit and then a bit more. I'm a very poor ex drummer and have always loved KM's playing, but Daltrey's vocals on this track are just stunning. If you love orchestras Amy, head for the early Genesis albums. Some amazing works there.
@SuperBettyswollocks
@SuperBettyswollocks Жыл бұрын
Little tidbit of info.. Drummer considered by some, the best that ever lived. He was tutored in jazz as a young boy, and later turned his drumsticks round to use the fat ends to get maximum impact ( it's noticeable) The bass player played the bass in a style somewhere between percussion and lead guitar. Probably the best rock band that ever was. 👍
@larryfroot
@larryfroot Жыл бұрын
I'll always remember the final words of Jimmy in the essay written in the gatefold cover of the original vinyl. "I can see my life flashing before me, only it's not flashing, it's crawling. Schizophrenic? I'm bleedin' quadrophrenic". The central character of Jimmy contained all four of the band's personalities, hence the title.
@rodneygriffin7666
@rodneygriffin7666 2 ай бұрын
It's amazing to see your growth in appreciation for music you haven't been exposed to over the last year. I still love your channel! Maybe everyone can get out of their comfort zones and appreciate Art and Music for what it is. For Everybody. Even weird people.
@johnwest7993
@johnwest7993 Жыл бұрын
It's a very dynamic tune. I'd never thought about its similarity to spirituals. Very insightful, as always.
@seajaytea9340
@seajaytea9340 Жыл бұрын
Great to see how much you clearly enjoyed this song! It is a very cathartic ending to an "emotional rollercoaster" of an album. One the true masterpieces of the genre, which I hope you get to experience in its entirety.
@matteoschiavetti8105
@matteoschiavetti8105 Жыл бұрын
"In this song I'm enjoying the percussion" 😄😄 Keith Moon babyyyyy!!! Love the analysis
@MrJeddYoung
@MrJeddYoung Жыл бұрын
When you stopped and said that you were enjoying the percussions - i thought you were going to say that they almost seemed that they were being created by an insane man - because then you would have discovered the essence of Keith Moon - to some rock fans - the greatest drummer to ever bang two sticks together. I enjoyed your reaction. Fun to watch a refined person react to rock music. Thanks for posting this.
@Berliner7654321
@Berliner7654321 Жыл бұрын
Hears Keith Moon for the first time, says "in this song, I enjoy the percussion". Nice!
@PepeGracia4
@PepeGracia4 Жыл бұрын
The Who are the masters of dynamics in his songs
@chrisdelisle3954
@chrisdelisle3954 Жыл бұрын
In regards to the end of the song, it's the climax of 80+ minutes of a story. The songwriter/guitarist Pete Townshend instructed Keith Moon to basically "do his thing" at the end of the song and hit everything he could. You can hear the wash of the cymbals as they've fallen to the ground if you listen close enough.
@ednunes4000
@ednunes4000 Жыл бұрын
The Who are truly rock royalty. I think it would be great if you briefly mention the individual members of band on each song you react to. Some bands had line-up changes and or deaths.
@RussellStClair-cy1vu
@RussellStClair-cy1vu Жыл бұрын
I think you'll enjoy the Moody Blues Knights in White Satin .
@bernhardkrickl3567
@bernhardkrickl3567 Жыл бұрын
Amy, I would like to see a reaction to AC/DC, especially "It's a Long Way to the Top" or "Let There Be Rock" (both with Bon Scott on vocals). Because up until now you have listened to songs that had some classical element to it, like in this intro, or some elaborate composition, some nuance and subtlety, or at least some harp ;). I think it's time for some straight-up, non-intellectual, visceral Rock. That stuff is probably best represented by AC/DC and especially there early material from the 70s.
@biggie9817
@biggie9817 Жыл бұрын
It's the last song on the album Quadrophenia, and is very significant to the story of a troubled youth. You'll need to read about it, then listen to the whole album. It will change your perspective as it adds meaning. It will also shed light on the "rock -opera" genius of Pete Townsend. Pete also. as you noticed, played his guitar very tastefully and subtlety , but during the chorus, his progression (descending scale) adds some nice color to Roger's voice. I really like that part, simple but a nice touch. The bottom line is this is a beautifully arranged piece of music, and any musician with on open mind can hear it and enjoy it, just like you did. The Quadrophenia Album is one of the best Who albums and one of my favorite all time albums, I enjoyed watching your reaction to it.
@ThisTrainIsLost
@ThisTrainIsLost Жыл бұрын
Being in love is being in a state of desperation, that sweet violence which this song expresses so well.
@NotBenCoultry
@NotBenCoultry Жыл бұрын
On the singing style, you hit it as I was writing this: reminds me of a Southern Baptist sermon and the b-part puts me out in the backwoods of N. Georgia or somewhere.
@vegatyme1
@vegatyme1 Жыл бұрын
You really should listen to all four sides of the album, beginning to end, and follow along with the libretto and the story. This song is the finale. The story of teen angst that brings the protagonist to this point is compelling.
@frederickhoward8407
@frederickhoward8407 Жыл бұрын
Townshend's grouping of descending individual quarter notes on the guitar is very tasteful especially within the context of the ebb and flow of the sea
@andynewell7096
@andynewell7096 Жыл бұрын
Roger Daltry is my favorite singer, this comes from my favorite album and favorite band.
@bryanburton6087
@bryanburton6087 Жыл бұрын
We need to expose this young lady to ELO. How about "Rockaria?" I think she'd like that. On this song. It's one of my upper echelon songs. One of those songs that always makes you feel something. Daltry's power is incredible. Glad to see her smile so much throughout the song. It has that effect. Thanks for the reaction, VR. It was much appreciated.
@1gtman
@1gtman 3 ай бұрын
The strings are the endless waves of the ocean Jimmy is staring at from the cliffs of Dover.
@The_Kiosk
@The_Kiosk Жыл бұрын
Ah, The Who. Their musicality and composition were next-level compared to their contemporaries. Massive influence on Rock. I'd there's a Mount Rushmore of rock bands, they would be Roosevelt. I look forward to your analysis.
@peterdonnelly1074
@peterdonnelly1074 Жыл бұрын
but this is second tier for The Who ! See e.g. The Who Live at Leeds
@PianoDentist
@PianoDentist Жыл бұрын
Roger sings blues lines in this, very popular in 60 & 70;s rock, whether it's vocally or in the guitar, so it will remind you jazz/gospel too. It has a very memorable ostinato most of the way through the track.
@markjohnston1813
@markjohnston1813 Жыл бұрын
if you have loved and lost someone so special, if this doesn't make you cry like i do you have a heart of stone a masterpiece
@redsky1433
@redsky1433 Жыл бұрын
Tremendous singing by Roger Daltrey !!
@CoolCoyote
@CoolCoyote Жыл бұрын
one thing I know is the lead singer Roger Daltrey was in a band where all his band mates were high as kites most of the time, but he himself didnt even do drugs and was very straight, hardly touched alcohol , Roger Daltrey could count on 1 hand how many times he smoked weed, so he was the reason why they lasted so long.
@umyes5246
@umyes5246 Жыл бұрын
Lovely review. I was fortunate to have met Roger, late 80s when I was a teenager. He was about to go fishing and I asked him directions. I didn't know who he was until my boss told me. He spoke to me for about 10 minutes. Very nice bloke.
@trentc7329
@trentc7329 Жыл бұрын
Your obvious enjoyment of this is delightful. It's not even one of my favorite Who songs but I'm really enjoying you discovering it.
@thomasgwilliams7957
@thomasgwilliams7957 Жыл бұрын
Wow! Your smile light the room! Thanks for this content.
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