Africa ('50s Style Toto Cover) - Postmodern Jukebox ft. Casey Abrams & Snuffy Walden
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We're kicking off Season 2 with our second PMJ short film directed by Abraham Roofeh: "Africa," starring Casey Abrams and Snuffy Walden, arranged and produced by Scott Bradlee. Enjoy the video and our first all-new album of Season 2, "Blue Mirror!"
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Casey Abrams - Vocals and bass
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Snuffy Walden - Guitar
Mike Cottone - Trumpet
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Jacob Scesney - Sax
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Lemar Guillary - Trombone
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Adam Kubota - Bass
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Tim Kubart - Tambourine Guy
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Martin Diller - Drums
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Scott Bradlee - Piano
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2:42 Dammit, Tambourine-guy just always gives that proverbial rhythm everything he's got.
Just... keep being you, Tambourine-guy. Forever.
Everyone needs a Tambourine Man in their life. :3
You can just tell he loves what he's doing and gives it everything he's got.
He is my Spirit animal
@@stewmacdonald , that absolutely made my day! Thanks for sharing ❤️
I completely missed the absolute non stop stallion that is Tambourine-guy on first watch. Now I've seen it about a dozen times and he's all I'm watching, lol You go Tambourine Man!!!!
Brought super happy tambourine guy back....awesome
No no no no no no no NO! He needs to stay in season 1 - so annoying!
Dude tambourine man OP
Grammy award winning super happy tambourine guy!
He’s the best!
I LOVE HIM SO MUCH
Can we talk about tambourine man though.... I might be in love.
ALSO CHEF HAT CONFETTI MAN
As well as me. And I thought I was a straight man
He was awesome in their Dancing in the Dark.
The energy is amazing
I’m super bout that confetti cannon guy myself hahaha
This is my favorite 80’s song, you can’t imagine how thrilled I was to see this!!!!
I dont think there is a single person on the planet who has more fun performing than Casey Abrams.
Also, Stan Lee on the guitar? Priceless.
Stan Lee,
are we watching the same video?
Fun performing? ... check out Leo P on the bari sax from Too Many Zooz. Dunno what that guy's been smoking but you need to practically peel him off the ceiling after a performance. I keep wishing PMJ would do a cover with him.
Not, but that would have been groovy!😂
@@noshadow666 now that would be epic af!!!
. MM MM M
Can we appreciate that not only Scott is in this but both Casey Abrams AND Snuffy Walden is in this music video (also Tim, the tambourine guy)!
OMFG!!! I love all the Scott's work! Every piece is really awesome! Every piece is a new surprise!
Simply... I love Postmodern Jukebox
Goosebumps 😍 I love those songs recorded in vintage style!
Casey’s man-bun to frazzled hair transformation is what I live for
never seen him with untied hair, now I'm jealous it's insane
when I saw him live my hair was a bit of a mess and he complimented it 😂❤️
Nobody needs to seen "man-buns", ever. It's about as attractive as baggies half-way down your ass. Now get off my lawn...
Lets hope it sparks a global move away from that horrendous fashion mistake. :)
It is official; Casey Abrams is hair goals.
the tamborine guy is back
Nagasesa Nagasesa that’s dear mr tambourine man lol
Fuck yeah I love him
And perhaps his best performance ever!!!
His hair is majestic af
Fun to the max on a classic from my childhood. Loved it. Thank you
That intro was kinda unnecessary. I prefer the live recording setup to be honest.
Ariel
I think this is just their way of saying “We’re back for season 2”
@@matthew8153 i feel like this is like tripping over your own two feet right out of the gate.
First feeling was cringe.
Second feeling was awkwardness.
Third feeling was enlightenment.
In the words of eric andre, what in the god damn hell are you talking about?
I think this is just a one-off season intro. I'm sure they will perform it live on tour and knock it out of the park.
"What do you want to be when you grow up, Casey? A musician?"
"A muppet."
"Well, you're a person, you can't be a muppet."
"Ok, Musician."
Best Comment Ever!
And now here I am wishing they would cover Am I a man or a Muppet
I kept seeing animal. It was great
That’s exactly it! 100% muppet vibes
can i still be a muppet.
I can't get enough of this. It's so well made and funny, incredible!
Fun video. Keep them coming, love everything PMJ touches.
If only everyone had the same attitude as the tambourine player......
The world would be a far more happy and peaceful place to live in!
How to achieve total happiness and bliss: Get a tambourine.
Slaktmaskin lmao! The way he just fking pops out! Hahahahaha
One of the best videos from Postmodern Jukebox!
I LOVED it! Real music! With instruments and everything!!! AMEN!
The tambourine guy in the background stole the show
He always steals the show :)
Killin it as always!
He is totally the best.
He always does
yeah
I absolutely love this one as much as I love all other stuff from PMJ! I don’t care if looks too much of a production or if is not perfectly synced... I just enjoyed their version of the classic Toto song and I the way they highlight difference between electronic and instrument music...
His voice reaches my heart so sensitive. Thanks for saving my day! You are so greatful!
can't believe i hadn't seen this before. awesome video. great arrangement. excellent dance.
Tambourine Guy is back!!
YESSSS!!!!!
That's Grammy Award Winning Tambourine Guy!
That's Grammy Award Winning Tambourine Guy!
God, that tambourine player kills me! Love that so much. And the random chef with confetti made me laugh out loud!
this dude something else ... just so much fun it's ridiculous - love his videos with PMJ - just so much fun!
Tamborine guy is having the time of his life
This was amazing. Casey you are amazing bro. I'm a huge appreciator of your style. Respect.
I love PMJ for the music, musicians, vocalists and Tambourine Guy. The visual performances are just icing, and this video was great and gave the same vibe as what I'd expect back when MTV played music videos. Smells Like Teen Spirit, Buddy Holly (Weezer), Basket Case, etc. were good videos that weren't performed live, but they were fun.
absolutely loved this video
I loved this song anyway but this just made it perfect. The whole story around it is brilliant and I could listen to Casey Abrams all day every day.
So, you're telling me that you guys suddenly upload a video without a notif, playing toto's africa with a cinematographic video?
Well, to be fair, Scott did say today was the start of Season 2.
yup
@@postmodernjukebox you and your team are the best, scott 👍👍
@@BryceKatz
A man who keeps his promise for his fans 👏
You are absolutely great, this is so awesome and surprising. Thanks a lot. Folks. Greats from Germany
Oh my God, what a wonderful video! Just smash them down
You guys are musical geniuses. Looking forward to what’s ahead
I freaking love this cover, the energy is incredible!!!
Banned Instrument. Nice touch.
I was thinking that's a in-joke. Perhaps guitar was banned from PMJ (at least in season 1), so they're poking fun at themselves -- and perhaps announcing that that ban has been lifted for S2. But that's all just speculation.
Drew Davis if they did ban it, it would have had to be after the Barbie Girl cover- I guess it's more like banned sounds like band? Or like you said, that they often don't use them?
The whole story joke was that this was set in the near future with "postPostmodern" instruments , that is basically buttons that played predeveloped series of sounds with no thought going into them. Guitar was probably banned in that time period because it was to radical or something. They were playing from the behind the counter stash. It's a fun dig at how electronic music could evolve but more importantly how awesome old school is. Everyone is getting all upset about what postmodern jukebox has always been about.
PMJ has never been about pretentious digs at other styles of music. It's never been about tearing down the new, just mixing it with the old.
If they had a ban at all (and remember, I'm just speculating), I think it would just have been a humorous way to put their preferred styles. A "covers of pop/rock, but with no guitars!" kind of thing. Certainly they use them when they need to, especially the bass guitar. (No way to do Motown without one of those, with all due respect to their upright string bass players.)
oh my... that was so so sooo much better than I had expected. And I had expected it to be real real good.
Ok so the sheer awesomeness of a great gutair solo is truly shown at 4:16 and I'd have to say it's one of the coolest things I've seen in a minute 🤘🤘
Piano man is giving it his all. Kudos!!
I prefer the old videos; much more raw and emotion-evoking than the cold, clinical feel of the production of this video (i.e. the wind machines, intro and outro, and so forth).
I agree with you, honestly that intro was so boring , i have heard some saying that they are just changing , but they are great becuase of their music so they do not need to add anything to make the videos more special
Changing in what way? The videos likely cost a lot more and probably take a lot more time to make, so it seems unlikely to be an ongoing thing
Really enjoy this song. Always love your covers Casey and PMJ.
its so incredible
This version is growing on me. These are some really talented people. I play the modern pop version bass line on this song but it takes some really creative talent to play a song in a different style and do it well. Well done!
-Average comments against the video: "This wasn't really my cup of tea, but glad you guys are back and trying things, I'd just prefer something else."
-Average comments defending the video: "Wow, you guys are such haters and whiners, oh my god why don't you lighten up and enjoy the same things I do you snobs, you just hate change!"
Seriously people, this is the most tamely and politely disliked video I've ever seen and you're blowing it completely out of the water.
Did you survey the whole comment section in order to find the average? Don't talk with such confidence when you have literally no way to prove or disprove otherwise.
@@popcorns6472 by looking at the comment section?!?
@@kylemorrison6162
Each and every comment and getting a mathematically correct percentage of likes and dislikes?
@@nakyer what is that supposed to suggest
Back when the video first released, the comments were pretty much the opposite of what you're describing. There was a whole bunch of haters berating PMJ for even daring to try something new, and the defence was mix of "Wow, I like it!" and "Not my cuppa, but I'm glad you're trying new things from time to time." I'm guessing someone's done a good job of getting rid of the haters, as both groups you're describing were in defence of the video.
tonight binging on PostmodernJukebox. loving every one of the videos. Great talent great voices and well recorded.
Love this version. absolutely first class.
I love the acting bits, adds a Pick of Destiny vibe to it. Awesome video
Hahaha as a musician and hobbyist producer that intro cracked me up so bad. And God this song rocks. You guys continue to amaze me. I love it
Thanks Casey and crew. Where would we be without pmj
This was so dope!
As a self-proclaimed lover of all things music "except jazz" PMJ has had me questioning myself for years. I thought it was just envy of the oozing sexiness of the girls that I would love to embody, but this has just proven to me that it's actually about the pure perfection of adapting musical styles that has made PMJ a go-to of mine every time. Thank you for opening my eyes to the possibility of jazz and how men can ooze that ooziness too. Recently subscribed to Scottlee too. I'm recently separated from an 18 year relationship and your music used to make me feel sexy all alone in my kitchen. Now, it's my soundtrack to my newly found self-love and my budding new chance at love. Thank you so much 💖
Look up PMJ's cover of Thriller (if you haven't already) and check out Anthony Vincent, aka Ten Second Songs. just. trust me on this one.
I got really excited when I saw the title, despite my excitement and high hope's for this I was still impressed by it!
Bloody awesome video, I think it's my favourite PMJ. great job
I adore this video!
I swear i have listened to the song 100 times. Love the creativity and the fun of this version.
Great music, and singing by Casey Abrams, with some humour thrown in. Classic Casey Abrams, Loved it.
Oh, it’s awesome. Well done 👍🍀👨
Loved the video...and since I discovered this channel, there is still hope! Loved the arrangement!
I love Casey’s voice and showmanship. Not sure if I’d have chosen this song for him but it was fun to watch once he got going.
I apparently am one of the few who love this video and have watched/listened to it over a dozen times. The intro was hilarious, stinkin hipsters, and the singing had a raw quality to it that I don't often hear. The music was classic PMJ and it all came together quite well.
Woooooooooow! You guys are AMAZING!
Love it! There is soul when playing the tune with heart, mind and hands.
One of the greatest covers ever. Of course, that applies to most PMJ covers.
okay. let’s admit. WE WERE WAITING FOR THIS ONE !! 😍
Exactly, lol.
Oh yes. Definitely.
Well worth the wait, too!
anyone who hasn't been waiting for this hasn't seen the steady progression of high profile groups covering this song...
Too bad it wasn't a better version..
Holy sky balls did I enjoy that!! So many layers - not just in the music, but the entire production. VERY well done and thanks!
Blew me away. Loved the arrangement and the intro was to be understood and great transition.
I hope this isn't the end of the live stuff
Jonah no, they do these for fun.
Can't think of a single reason to think that it would be. The live stuff is probably cheaper and quicker to make.
Crazy seeing this comment in 2020.
*Here comes Season Two!*
Yes, season two. Spot on!
Totally awesome n cool!!!
Kickass from beginning to end. Thanks.
Just discovered you today... I LOVE THIS STUFF YOU'RE DOING !!!!
Love their brilliant take on every cover. Toto song is amazing, but what they did to it, this is just incredible. Love how they play it and sing it. Wonderful. He put his heart into it, but I do appreciate when they let the ladies sing, with powerful voices, but it is cool, just he doesn't have the voice for it, but enjoys doing it as it looks like.
I love this so much! It just made my day. 💜
Oooooh, great big shit, guys! I am completely flattened! Thank You!
2:31 and a smile is immediately on my lips for tambourine guy
Nobody ever brings up 4:37 .
I love pmj!
Dude, that was awesome!
Amazing!!!
Loved the Black Mirror reference ... nice album BTW
I said it once and I'll say it again. I think this is fantastic from the story, to the set, to the playing, to the singing. Great video.
Will you say it one more time? My wife didn't hear it and she asked if she could hear you say it.
@@danroberts9050 Of course, anything for her. This video was fantastic in every way. Pass on my love to her, and tell her that I think of her often.
@@XDSDDLord I will. Thank you!
This seriously slaps... LOVE IT!!!!
Love love love!
Omg I wasn’t ready
I have to say I loved it
This is AWESOME!!!!
Such friggen energy , love it.
I just hear 5 version of Africa in Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, instagram and the OG in TH-cam and then I got the notification for this.
This song is haunting me.
Help
nguyễn minh châu Same. I hear it every day and I have no idea why.
Nothong is going to take it away from you. Nothing. This is your life now
A new study by the NY university came to the conclusion that Africa was the best Pop Song ever. That’s why it was in the news and that’s why a lot of artists pay tribute to this mighty song right now
You're not haunted by it, YOU ARE BLESSED.
I think you mean this song is blessing you
your experience will be better by starting the video at 1:37
Carlos Pacheco but it will be 100 times better if you start at 5:55
i like starting at 0:00 :)
Seriously what were they thinking...
i think it refers to some ppl who just says that "yea i can do mixing" but irl they just do simple things like rhytm and all that (i dont know much). PLEASE NOTE THAT I SAID 'SOME', not everyone who plays EMP. I appreciate their hardworks too.
Thanks for the note, almost clicked away because that was just painful
This is the first I've seen these guys and they are amazing. WOW!
I simply can't get enough of this video. I just get a feel good factor from it.
- "We're gonna need someone to do a guitar solo on this track."
- "What about that guy who composed the main theme for 'The West Wing'?"
- "...That was the first dude that came to your mind?"
- "Yup."
I guess if that's the only reason you knew him it would be a weird choice.
I want Casey to cover every single song that was ever made
I want to see him with Robyn %)
I wish Him to be more recognisable because he definitely deserve it...
Ja również Olu. Nie miałbym jednak nic przeciwko temu, aby Haley Reinhart śpiewała razem Z Casey'm ;)
Live this song sounds even better! 😍
This just made my whole week better.
I fell in love with PMJ because their live one-take videos were incredible, the energy that the musicians put into the performance was irresistible. I aspire to be that type of performer! The editing/production of this somehow loses that magic. I can see how animated Casey and Scott are but I can't *feel it* in this format because the editing doesn't match the performance, I'm not as engaged or not drawn in like I was with Stacey's Mom, Creep, Duck Tales etc. We've lost that raw talent that the one-take gave us. I can't *see* how talented these musicians really are as it's lost in the format. I'm not a purist or against change (I'm happy to see you experimenting with content, I like the skit at the beginning) but the editing/format of the actual music section has lost the magic and power that I know PMJ can deliver. There's not many groups out there that create live one-take style content so, respectfully from a fan, I love the one-take style performances, it's what makes you special, please don't lose sight of that that!
Relax. This was just a big announcement that season two was here.
The irony is that the entire point of the opening sketch is about that very thing. The other people are into a button that plays pre-recorded, heavily-edited music while Mr. Manbun is showing them live instruments in one take.
Charlie Vetsworth oh I see, you’re going around calling everyone with an opposing opinion to your own ‘toxic’. That’s not what that word means, calm down.
Very well said and I wholeheartedly agree
@Charlie Vetsworth Really? Is this really a necessary comment? I care, and clearly others do too. This is a massive step away from why a lot of us fell in love with the band. Your over the top reaction to someone else's opinion is pretty pathetic
Good thing: the MV style allows close up to everyone in the video, giving a chance for people to see all the musicians.
Less good thing: it loses the live singing feel that we all love about PMJ videos.
Oh well, we can't expect them to stay exactly the same forever, they will want to evolve and try different thing at some point. So, we'll see where this goes.
P/S: Casey Abrams and Tambourine Guy in one video were everything!
OMG! They recreated scenes from the original music video around the corners and edges. Awesome, I am impressed.
I was just wandering through TH-cam and found this band. My jaw dropped and the next day started my collection their tunes. Thank God for this band