The 40th performance was the best of all time. Rocco is gone, Mic is gone, David has retired. This performance (the whole 40th concert) had so many iconic past members and long lived great performers. The Masters of Funk. Nothing compares.
Oooooweee!! I was definitely digging that funk!! Being a pro bass player myself, that was an ABSOLUTELY SICK groove that Rocco was throwing down!! I liked that so much I tore that song apart and now for the first time in years, I played it on a 4-string bass! Inspiration!! To say the least, that was THE MOST!!!🥰🥰🥰
These guys have been kickin' everybody's ass for years R&R Hall of Fame or not. How would you like to go on stage after theses guys ? NO. Long may they run.
Great tune with a masterfull perfornce, especially by Mr. Dave Garibaldi and Rocco Prestia propelling this geat tune. What a great groove and tremdendous performance by master performer and composer Richard Elliot!
This is a demonstration on the skill level that the brass players former and present possess. The writing of the riffs played in back of Richard Elliott is so TOP!!! Lead trumpet is killer!! Greg Adams has his improv moments. Is that Mic Gillette on trombone in the section as well!! Even the Doctor is pounding it!! Great track!!
tcnascar1 Greg Adams showed up with his wimpy harmon mute shoved in the bell and choked out notes a high schooler might be proud of. Either handle center stage properly or give it to someone who can.
TOP. The best. I played in a band in 75 in Beaumont Tx and we opened for TOP at LU. I watched Picket warming up against gym lockers in the back room. I just sat there and watched him. Holy crap!!
Why can anyone tell me this group is not in the Rock and Rolle Hall of Fame . They deserve to be there . What’s wrong TOP Family can’t we vote to make this happen . When this Funk is gone there won’t be “ No Mo ‘ “ !!!!
So nice to hear all the wonderful alumni this awesome band has bought the world. Richard Eliot, Greg Adams and the best rhythm section in the WORLD - David Garibaldi and Francis Rocco Prestia(RIP)
Born in Oakland, raised in the Bay Area with some of the best music of all time. AND Tower of Power is on the top of the list!! I would stand in line to see these guys, can't think of anyone else at my age LOL.....
I'd rather listen to the syncopated rhythm that David is knocking out on the skins. He isn't just keeping time.....he is playing accent, ghost and very itsy bitsy notes ....and it makes this piece, I don't care about Richard or Rocco or Greg.
@@dennylibertario2246 you are being too much of a dickhead with this sentences. Garibaldi is a true legend and he is making all this crazy rhytms you commented and more... but man, the rhytm section is both drums and bass, Garibaldi and Prestia are like a pack, the combo of both of them is what make the groove go on throw all the song like it never ends. They complete each other in all the different rhytms Garibaldi is making so... Yeah, stop being a dickhead! The saxo guy is madly good too!
I've got the BOSE Speakers rattling the windows. The dog is like whaaaat is going on??? The wife upstairs already knows. The Acoustic ceiling helps a lot. Posted this on my Tumblr account and it got a ton of hits, likes and reposts.
This video has replaced "Theme from Shaft" as the one that I play when I absolutely, positively have to stay up another half an hour to finish an editing or translation job.
I've literally grown up listening to TOP. My Dad introduced me to them when I was little. Both my parents are fans, seen them live quite a few times over the years. We are originally from the Bay area and this is a piece of home. I'm here because my Dad text me this link to check out.
WARNING: Listening to this Tower track while driving WILL INCREASE your risk of being pulled over. If stopped, KEEP MUSIC PLAYING. HP will be vaccinated. Another soul is saved. Drive on!
I grew up in the SF area and I was lucky to see them twice. simply outstanding One of the times was at the Oakland Alameda Days on the Green, 76. I got sunburned ( and didn't feel it-ha) I was with a Gal named Stephanie M. We got home around dawn, - thanks Steph.
I can play this one over and over again. Greg Adams absolutely kills it on the muted trumpet. David and Rocco too. Richard moves away from his smooth jazz comfort zone and nails it. As for the Lenny vs. Richard element, I'm a Lenny man. Listen to his solo on Knock Yourself Out from "Live and in Living Color," and you'll see what I mean. No disrespect to Richard. Wish I could play like him. Saw TOP a month back and they put on an amazing show, even though it was hot, the venue was outside, and they just got back from Tokyo, so betting they were still experiencing jet lag. Never a bad performance in all the times I've seen them. Anyway, tightest horn section ever. Keep going guys.
Being a drummer for over 60 and a band leader. Second generation of the Borrelli Orchestra founded in 1925. TOP is one of the only bands that really moves me.
you have to go with LP, let me pick it left the band for the lead sacks at Saturday Night Live, presently Lenny Pickett a k a l p is the music director for Saturday Night Live
I've been listening to The Tower Of Power since they started funking up the air waves "man can they funk that soul music!" Now you add Richard Elliot (one of the great saxophonist in the world) and you get this funky hot jazz jam. Giddy up!!!!!!!! P.S. The drum player is pretty damn good too. Or as the English would say "bloody good!"
I call it respectful awe. I grew up going to classical concerts and to this day take in all music in my own way, much to the amusement and chagrin of the other concert-goers. But I see heads nodding and fingers tapping here. Let 'em enjoy it on their own terms.
It never fails to blow my mind, how nonchalant, and effortlessly David Garibaldi plays soooo much percussion - with so little effort. His expression never changes - he never even looks at the players - his form is textbook! A lot of drummers flail about, and look like they're assaulting the kit - sweating and such - David seems to never break one. I don't get it.
I got the chance to see Richard Elliot live and this dude will blow you away with his performance. TOP is the greatest horn section ever. I have seen them at least 15 or 20 times, and every time they sound just like they do in the studio. Been a fan of TOP since the 70's, and still love them. I'm a horn player so I guess I biased. But if you every saw Lenny Pickett live, you wouldn't know who to put first, Richard or Lenny.
Great; horns in section mega tight, Tenor solo on it and smart move colour of sax. The reason for that; if youve ever had an all black one it can't be seen by the punters.If their filming they hate that so the winter cams cool. Great execution, thanks for upload
The Funkiest Band in the World ! Nobody in their best day can top the TOWER OF POWER ! I have followed these guys since 1971 in the Bay Area! I've been too many concerts to count. I try to style my drumming after Dave Garibaldi, I would do anything to just talk to to Dave or Mimi. I remember when Doc was a skinny white boy in a white t-shirt dancing the wiggle funky dance and Greg Adams and Skip Mesquite would go crazy dancing on stage. I will always miss Mick and Rocco, I saw Mick play with Lydia Pence and Cold Blood, back in the day. I AM A HARDCORE TOWER OF POWER FAN!! HARDCORE !!! I can still see Mimi with his goatee and maroon two-piece suit and ruffle shirt ! Lenny Pickett with his frodancing in circles !! Chester Thompson on keyboards. My favorite singer was DIVA Larry Braggs. You can't sit down when these guys play ! There is nobody better than these guys when they get together! coming up on 60 years??? Incredible. If you want to give a guy your age a thrill someday and make my wish come true call me for being a devoted fan. I now live in Bakersfield, CA. I know Dave has ridden bikes here, he sold some hi-hats to a buddy of mine ! It shoulda been me !!! FOREVER A FAN, JOHN MEJIA 661-390-6484
As a youngster playing drums in a hard rock band ala Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, Zeplin, David G was a major influence on how I created my unique style back in the 70's and to this day.
This is an assume example of total synchronicity...… It is a defining moment for Richard Elliot and his Tenor Sax, stepping out from his other Jazz niches! Tower of Power and the performance they all shared is truly an Inspiration. I didn't hear this mix or see the video until October 2018, however I have worn out speakers in shop and house along with driving the dog nuts...! 2019
My Goshamighty! WOW! Several things. First of all, the lacquer on Richard's horn - love it. But this tune cooks with rocket fuel. Richard's the star to be sure since it's his tune, but I want to shoutout the rhythm section. Garibaldi up there so deep in the pocket and reading! Harper with the tasty little solo. Rocco driving the tune. But Roger's funky-ass clavinet is underrated! So hot!
Saw them live in the old terrace ballroom in salt lake city in 1974 great show! Saw them I in the bay area many times when in the coast guard. One my favorite groups
WOWOW~!~ I saw Richard Elliot at the New York Pier in Manhattan back in the very early 1990's. He had Richard Smith on guitar, and oi vey did Smith electrify those guitar strings!!!! Elliot was super-fabulous no exaggeration either!!! The top sax players for me in my opinion of course,, David Sanborn, Richard Elliot & Kirk Whalum #1!!! All 3 are masters of raw tone and breathing. #2 Eugene Groove, Candy Dulfer. There's more,, but these are the ""Screamin Mimi's""!!!!!
simply amazing no one misses a trick all superbly tight just marvelous players.... mr garribaldi out of this world on drums..what a gift to have..... hard graft and untold hours of dedication and practice of course ....but the gift makes the difference....that gift of great feel and absolutely perfect timing....awsome
It's New Year's Eve (2019-2020); I just finished an urgent translation of a gnarly article for a client, while working with bad cold. *Now it's time for some TOP!!!!*
saw these guys at the casino in red wing mn, 2004,they played for 2.5 hours,this is a must see band live,they will blow your mind., Larry Brag was the singer,sounded like the old days.great singer.,great band,
Well the 40th anniversary show was fantastic! But l saw them in Seattle last month and they still sounded great. The remaining band members are still on top of it, and after 56 years they can do this in their sleep. The new singer is definitely up to TOP standards.
Richard Elliott was really killing this with his brand of funk. Too bad the trumpet player was all show with his expensive instrument but no play. Richard will always be the best tenor sax player on the face of this earth! In your face Richard. LOL
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The 40th performance was the best of all time. Rocco is gone, Mic is gone, David has retired. This performance (the whole 40th concert) had so many iconic past members and long lived great performers. The Masters of Funk. Nothing compares.
After 106 shows I can honestly say I saw the best band to ever take a stage.
I will say it again and again , one of the best bands EVER !!!!!!
Yeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh, Baby!🙀*
F*nkiness F*nkin' Band Eva!🦉word*
The Oaktown Bruddas it is
Mais tellement !!!
Agree!! 😀 😁 😀 😁 😀
Did they ever do a better version of this track live? Incredible and a lot to do with Richard Elliot obviously......
Oooooweee!! I was definitely digging that funk!! Being a pro bass player myself, that was an ABSOLUTELY SICK groove that Rocco was throwing down!! I liked that so much I tore that song apart and now for the first time in years, I played it on a 4-string bass! Inspiration!! To say the least, that was THE MOST!!!🥰🥰🥰
I agree 1000% RIP Rocko P. Truly missed.
I miss ROCO!😢
Yes..TOTALLY AGREE...sure miss Rocco...great guy & musician!!
Ridiculous!!! OMG!!! Absolutely Brilliant!!! Makes me want to play again!!!
These guys have been kickin' everybody's ass for years R&R Hall of Fame or not. How would you like to go on stage after theses guys ? NO. Long may they run.
Shit...I would just go home.
I HAS KNOWN TOWER OF POWER FOR 5OYRS! THEY ARE STILL SMOKIN HOT ! THEY ARE THE VERY BEST OF THE BEST 🎸🎸🎸🎸❤❤❤❤
When I lived in Tahoe I saw these guys play with Aaron Neville and the dead....It was a GREAT Show.
The thing is...THEY ARE ALL FREAKIN GREAT SHOWS!!😂😂
I listened to this through headphones and screamed like a little girl!!! My family thought I was nuts... but this performance was stellar!!!
George Stone - You ARE nuts. But that's a GOOD thing.
George Stone Whew!!! Good to know...thought I was the only one....
WOW.What more can I say.
This Anniversary version of this cut is just jumping at you form the stage. Greatest Band All Time, full stop. David an Rocco are " That"
Great tune with a masterfull perfornce, especially by Mr. Dave Garibaldi and Rocco Prestia propelling this geat tune. What a great groove and tremdendous performance by master performer and composer Richard Elliot!
Best rhythm section ever!
Solid rhythm!
One of my favorites! This is how you play the saxophone.
Exactly!
The sax man is a fuckin beast !!
This is a demonstration on the skill level that the brass players former and present possess. The writing of the riffs played in back of Richard Elliott is so TOP!!! Lead trumpet is killer!! Greg Adams has his improv moments. Is that Mic Gillette on trombone in the section as well!! Even the Doctor is pounding it!! Great track!!
tcnascar1 Greg Adams showed up with his wimpy harmon mute shoved in the bell and choked out notes a high schooler might be proud of. Either handle center stage properly or give it to someone who can.
TOP. The best. I played in a band in 75 in Beaumont Tx and we opened for TOP at LU. I watched Picket warming up against gym lockers in the back room. I just sat there and watched him. Holy crap!!
Why can anyone tell me this group is not in the Rock and Rolle Hall of Fame . They deserve to be there . What’s wrong TOP Family can’t we vote to make this happen . When this Funk is gone there won’t be “ No Mo ‘ “ !!!!
bobby clawson agreed man. These guys are some of the best players on earth man!
They are too good to be in the RR hall of fame. The people who run it are Stupid...
INSANE
bobby clawson they're not in the RR hall of fame cause maybe they didn't sell their souls
It's makes me angry when these so so gets in sorry it is what it is
So nice to hear all the wonderful alumni this awesome band has bought the world. Richard Eliot, Greg Adams and the best rhythm section in the WORLD - David Garibaldi and Francis Rocco Prestia(RIP)
Born in Oakland, raised in the Bay Area with some of the best music of all time. AND Tower of Power is on the top of the list!! I would stand in line to see these guys, can't think of anyone else at my age LOL.....
***** Born in Athens 57 years ago.... you're so write !
Worth every hour to have to wait to see them!
ANYONE....Ever...
Born in Livermore raised in Pleasanton. Great time to grow up in the bay area. Fillmore West and Winterland.
I know Richard is the star of this piece....but listen to that thumping bass line! Rocco was on FIRE for this one!!!!!!! Wow!!!!
I wish I knew enough about music to recognize even half of all the great things that are going on in this piece!
Yes!! Not too familiar with the bassman but he was definitely killin' it
T Drr z VM
I'd rather listen to the syncopated rhythm that David is knocking out on the skins. He isn't just keeping time.....he is playing accent, ghost and very itsy bitsy notes ....and it makes this piece, I don't care about Richard or Rocco or Greg.
@@dennylibertario2246 you are being too much of a dickhead with this sentences. Garibaldi is a true legend and he is making all this crazy rhytms you commented and more... but man, the rhytm section is both drums and bass, Garibaldi and Prestia are like a pack, the combo of both of them is what make the groove go on throw all the song like it never ends. They complete each other in all the different rhytms Garibaldi is making so... Yeah, stop being a dickhead!
The saxo guy is madly good too!
I've got the BOSE Speakers rattling the windows. The dog is like whaaaat is going on??? The wife upstairs already knows. The Acoustic ceiling helps a lot. Posted this on my Tumblr account and it got a ton of hits, likes and reposts.
This tune gets me fired up!! Blew a few speakers too this jam!! LATE NIGHT! When I Listen to the Tower Of Power! so do the neighbors!!!
nick54372
This video has replaced "Theme from Shaft" as the one that I play when I absolutely, positively have to stay up another half an hour to finish an editing or translation job.
You have awesome taste in music....
Nick's Randomness!! THATS how you’re supposed to listen to Tower of Power!! You didn’t know that?!!😂
Trudat
Just amazing how good these guys are for such a long time.
😅 2:03
This was born in the Bay but will never die!
Baddest funk band Ever. Out of this world..
I've literally grown up listening to TOP. My Dad introduced me to them when I was little. Both my parents are fans, seen them live quite a few times over the years. We are originally from the Bay area and this is a piece of home. I'm here because my Dad text me this link to check out.
I must have nine lives cause this shit has killed me at least eight times and I keep coming back. That is some hip shit.
No words can express the memories and joy this band give me, keep on keepin on 👍👏
Holy Moley! Nothing but pure "funk-tosterone" just oozin' all over that stage!
+Freddy Flintsone YEAH!
These are musicians and this is music…
This is THE GREATEST SAX SOLO ever performed! I just put it on repeat and listen to it all week long...! Love it!
ME TO --SUPER!!!!! SAX!!!
Nah.. only so much oil from the 80's with Ellis has the best one hands down
Same ...! My Fave ... ever ...
The papas of this style of funk.....thank you so much for the funk.....your groove ,,,my groove,,,,,,my life
WARNING: Listening to this Tower track while driving WILL INCREASE your risk of being pulled over. If stopped, KEEP MUSIC PLAYING. HP will be vaccinated. Another soul is saved. Drive on!
THE best funk band EVER - and one of the best bands PERIOD.
I grew up in the SF area and I was lucky to see them twice. simply outstanding One of the times was at the Oakland Alameda Days on the Green, 76. I got sunburned ( and didn't feel it-ha) I was with a Gal named Stephanie M. We got home around dawn, - thanks Steph.
All old TOP alumni .Absolutely Richard Elliot on tenor sax!!!Greg Adams on trumpet !!!
THIS CAT has SOME serious CHOPS.....this performance, BIG BAND music AT IT'S finest, JAZZ music AT IT'S finest.....PS CAN I GET A WITNESS....
I can play this one over and over again. Greg Adams absolutely kills it on the muted trumpet. David and Rocco too. Richard moves away from his smooth jazz comfort zone and nails it. As for the Lenny vs. Richard element, I'm a Lenny man. Listen to his solo on Knock Yourself Out from "Live and in Living Color," and you'll see what I mean. No disrespect to Richard. Wish I could play like him. Saw TOP a month back and they put on an amazing show, even though it was hot, the venue was outside, and they just got back from Tokyo, so betting they were still experiencing jet lag. Never a bad performance in all the times I've seen them. Anyway, tightest horn section ever. Keep going guys.
Robert Dittman Richard has a very bad violent temper and channels his rage into his playing. He also Lenny sucks as a player
This must be the best night of Tower Of Power evah! No drugs, no baloney, JUST MUSIC AND LOVE OF THE FANS!
Yes!! Drugs - not a damn thing good about them. Pure music!!
I first saw Richard Elliot with TOP here in Philadelphia back in 1984. I was partial to Lenny Pickett but he had left and Richard showed out!!!
This is real TOP. I listen to this atleast 1x a day. No2 after Souled out, live version featuring Marcus Scott's first time in Philly. He killed it.
Being a drummer for over 60 and a band leader. Second generation of the Borrelli Orchestra founded in 1925.
TOP is one of the only bands that really moves me.
That 60 years
Correction.
Baddest Rhythm Section around/Baddest Horn Section around !!! Just plain Brilliant !!!!
Now that is called 'music'. Love people who pour their heart and soul into what they do, total dedication to their craft.
Know Richard fro L.A, never heard him funkier than with my
all time Favs, T.O.P
Can't get enough this funky stuff!!!!!
Love me some Prestia/Garibaldi, but what I like most about this vid is how much Emilio Castillo seems to be enjoying himself...
Tower of Power horns and Greg Adams What's up Richard. Awesome
Love that crisp tight dry snare sound
David inspired me to buy a 3.5" deep piccolo snare and I love to crack it up. POP!
I grew up in the SF area and I was lucky to see them twice. simply outstanding One of the times was at the Oakland Alameda Days on the Green, 76.
Saw / herd them in Denton last year 2023 still powerful
When asked of your favorite tenor sax players you have to include Richard Elliot
you have to go with LP, let me pick it left the band for the lead sacks at Saturday Night Live, presently Lenny Pickett a k a l p is the music director for Saturday Night Live
I've been listening to The Tower Of Power since they started funking up the air waves "man can they funk that soul music!" Now you add Richard Elliot (one of the great saxophonist in the world) and you get this funky hot jazz jam. Giddy up!!!!!!!! P.S. The drum player is pretty damn good too. Or as the English would say "bloody good!"
Rocco Prestia! Mr. Magnificent - groove minder to perfection.
TOP, EWF, Chicago best horn section ever. Often imitated but none better
If you don't move to this... congratulations, you have nothing else to worry about!
Holy Hell....that guy can play the sax !!!!!
Yes, but Tom Politzer (the sax player in the middle) is actually better. He's the usual soloist on all the more famous tunes.
Richard Elliot!!!
@@leonguisburg413 yes Richard all the way, love him!!!
WOW! That is how to play saxophone. Just amazing!
You don't get any better than this.............................................
I adored them when I was a kid, and still do. Tower of Power, WoW
,,,and the hell of it all, is Greg and Richard went 'smooth jazz'...!!! Perfect. Watch it and love it! Listen to the crowd!
what gets me everytime how an audience can sit there motionless when a groove is being presented so ever cool
I call it respectful awe. I grew up going to classical concerts and to this day take in all music in my own way, much to the amusement and chagrin of the other concert-goers. But I see heads nodding and fingers tapping here. Let 'em enjoy it on their own terms.
It's because they are absolutely stunned. The audience is so rooted to the groove they can't move.
Cannot. Stop. Watching. This is music at it's finest. On my way to see TOP in Vegas next month; I already can't sleep!
It never fails to blow my mind, how nonchalant, and effortlessly David Garibaldi plays soooo much percussion - with so little effort. His expression never changes - he never even looks at the players - his form is textbook! A lot of drummers flail about, and look like they're assaulting the kit - sweating and such - David seems to never break one. I don't get it.
This sound is what I say is just simply straight ahead funky no fooling around just do it the drummer needs to be arrested he’s so funky it’s illegal
I got the chance to see Richard Elliot live and this dude will blow you away with his performance. TOP is the greatest horn section ever. I have seen them at least 15 or 20 times, and every time they sound just like they do in the studio. Been a fan of TOP since the 70's, and still love them. I'm a horn player so I guess I biased. But if you every saw Lenny Pickett live, you wouldn't know who to put first, Richard or Lenny.
lenny. sorry...
Great; horns in section mega tight, Tenor solo on it and smart move colour of sax. The reason for that; if youve ever had an all black one it can't be seen by the punters.If their filming they hate that so the winter cams cool.
Great execution, thanks for upload
The Funkiest Band in the World ! Nobody in their best day can top the TOWER OF POWER ! I have followed these guys since 1971 in the Bay Area! I've been too many concerts to count.
I try to style my drumming after Dave Garibaldi, I would do anything to just talk to to Dave or Mimi. I remember when Doc was a skinny white boy in a white t-shirt dancing the wiggle funky dance and Greg Adams and Skip Mesquite would go crazy dancing on stage. I will always miss Mick and Rocco, I saw Mick play with Lydia Pence and Cold Blood, back in the day. I AM A HARDCORE TOWER OF POWER FAN!! HARDCORE !!! I can still see Mimi with his goatee and maroon two-piece suit and ruffle shirt ! Lenny Pickett with his frodancing in circles !! Chester Thompson on keyboards. My favorite singer was DIVA Larry Braggs. You can't sit down when these guys play ! There is nobody better than these guys when they get together! coming up on 60 years??? Incredible.
If you want to give a guy your age a thrill someday and make my wish come true call me for being a devoted fan. I now live in Bakersfield, CA. I know Dave has ridden bikes here, he sold some hi-hats to a buddy of mine ! It shoulda been me !!! FOREVER A FAN, JOHN MEJIA 661-390-6484
As a youngster playing drums in a hard rock band ala Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, Zeplin, David G was a major influence on how I created my unique style back in the 70's and to this day.
Tightest band you'll ever hear. The best!
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24.06.2023. привет из Киева
THE DRIVING FORCE IS GARIBALDI AND ROCCO. THESE GUYS ARE CONNECTED AT THE WHAT IS HIP
The funk-rhythm machine- at work
Amen
Groovin' like no other in this universe
Those two guys drive the whole machine
John Murphy I
Great STANK. It will never be touched or beat EVER
This is an assume example of total synchronicity...… It is a defining moment for Richard Elliot and his Tenor Sax, stepping out from his other Jazz niches! Tower of Power and the performance they all shared is truly an Inspiration. I didn't hear this mix or see the video until October 2018, however I have worn out speakers in shop and house along with driving the dog nuts...! 2019
Wow! Just love it. So much groove..🙏💜🤩
My Goshamighty! WOW! Several things. First of all, the lacquer on Richard's horn - love it. But this tune cooks with rocket fuel. Richard's the star to be sure since it's his tune, but I want to shoutout the rhythm section. Garibaldi up there so deep in the pocket and reading! Harper with the tasty little solo. Rocco driving the tune. But Roger's funky-ass clavinet is underrated! So hot!
I thought that was Tom at first, but yeah it's Richard. Tom's on Richard's right at 2:37
these boys been poppin for decades !!
I'm sure gonna miss Rocco Prestia baddest bass player EVER-!!! R.I.P. Rocco you will be missed
We had Richard Elliot at our GRandJazzFest in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 2017. Great show.
Saw them live in the old terrace ballroom in salt lake city in 1974 great show! Saw them I in the bay area many times when in the coast guard. One my favorite groups
Sexy bad ass band. Loved them. Had the pleasure of seeing them live once. Mesmerizing funky and mind blowingly good.
On the DVD at 1 point I counted maybe 40 members & ex-members of TOP! Wish I was there! 🤙🏽😎
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING GENIUS!
WOWOW~!~ I saw Richard Elliot at the New York Pier in Manhattan back in the very early 1990's. He had Richard Smith on guitar, and oi vey did Smith electrify those guitar strings!!!! Elliot was super-fabulous no exaggeration either!!! The top sax players for me in my opinion of course,, David Sanborn, Richard Elliot & Kirk Whalum #1!!! All 3 are masters of raw tone and breathing. #2 Eugene Groove, Candy Dulfer. There's more,, but these are the ""Screamin Mimi's""!!!!!
simply amazing no one misses a trick all superbly tight just marvelous players.... mr garribaldi out of this world on drums..what a gift to have..... hard graft and untold hours of dedication and practice of course ....but the gift makes the difference....that gift of great feel and absolutely perfect timing....awsome
It's New Year's Eve (2019-2020); I just finished an urgent translation of a gnarly article for a client, while working with bad cold. *Now it's time for some TOP!!!!*
Jim, bet this tune cleared out your sinus network......
Name a better tenor Sax player than Richard Elliott. Go ahead & try. Six minutes of sheer pleasure and brilliance. Incredible. Best played at 11.9
John Coltrane. Everyone else is just trying.
saw these guys at the casino in red wing mn, 2004,they played for 2.5 hours,this is a must see band live,they will blow your mind., Larry Brag was the singer,sounded like the old days.great singer.,great band,
Well the 40th anniversary show was fantastic! But l saw them in Seattle last month and they still sounded great. The remaining band members are still on top of it, and after 56 years they can do this in their sleep. The new singer is definitely up to TOP standards.
👏💃And they say old guys can't dance!
Wao, simplemente hermoso. Me encantó. Eric tocas genial. Bendiciones
Dave and Rocco LAYING IT DOWN!! RIP ROCCO
Wow, great post! I still don't understand why this (as well as some other cuts from this dvd) weren't included on the cd?!?!?
Killing it! Maynard Ferguson? Buddy Rich? You guys would be third chair.
last saw them at pier 63 in Seattle in the 90's loved them then ..still do...rock on
When the Tenor Sax meets Funk / Rock and is used to its max...love this Tenor led tune....Yep
I like the changes they did to the melody.
When I need a shot of spine tingling ‘awesome’ this number, by my all time favouite band never fails to make my day !
This just melted my face...
Best Band Ever!❣️💞- On the Plant Earth....
I ran into Emilio Castillo at a restaurant in Monterey and he was gracious to chat with me for 10 minutes.
Vary classy..
Richard Elliott was really killing this with his brand of funk. Too bad the trumpet player was all show with his expensive instrument but no play.
Richard will always be the best tenor sax player on the face of this earth! In your face Richard. LOL
this video deserves more than a million views! damn great!