Classical Composer Reacts to Things I Don't Understand (Renaissance) | The Daily Doug (Episode 178)

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  • #Renaissance #RenaissanceReaction #AnnieHaslam #ThingsIDontUnderstand
    In this episode of #TheDailyDoug, I'm reacting to the band Renaissance for the first time. I was blown away with their unique sound...especially Annie Haslam's beautiful voice. Things I Don't Understand is a beautiful and moving song. I hope you enjoy this reaction.
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  • @dannyriccardo-kornpet4599
    @dannyriccardo-kornpet4599 3 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    Renaissance: the best kept secret in prog. Welcome to the club, Doug. The music and your smile did each other justice.

    • @christopherheckman7957
      @christopherheckman7957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      From Hofstadter's Godel, Escher, Bach:
      Crab: Oh, you needn't fear that infatuation will totally die. One of the nice things
      about that sort of youthful thrill is that it can always resuscitated, just when you
      thought it was finally dead. It just takes the right kind of triggering from the outside.
      Achilles: Oh, really? Such as what?
      Crab: Such as hearing it through the ears, so to speak, of someone to whom it is a totally
      new experience. Somehow the excitement transmits
      itself, and I can feel thrilled again.

  • @SRV2013
    @SRV2013 3 ปีที่แล้ว +210

    Renaissance never get any credit for their music in the critical world, but if you listen, they really can play and sing. Wait until you do Scheherazade.

    • @seorsamaclately4294
      @seorsamaclately4294 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      so true

    • @peterbacke1804
      @peterbacke1804 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yes hope he chose the live with orchestra even if their studio version also is fine! 👍

    • @Kras125Djg
      @Kras125Djg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +1

    • @SRV2013
      @SRV2013 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@peterbacke1804 On of my favorites.

    • @markjpcs
      @markjpcs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yes! Please do Scheherazade!

  • @abababaTV
    @abababaTV 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Renaissance is the most under rated PROG Band in Rock History.

  • @sciwiz57
    @sciwiz57 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Probably the most underrated bands in prog rock

    • @hifibrony
      @hifibrony หลายเดือนก่อน

      Van Der Graaf Generator as well.

  • @ChrisEchoes
    @ChrisEchoes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    Pretty much all of their 70s output is absolutely stellar.

  • @Tsongkapa1
    @Tsongkapa1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Please let your audience know that the band celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2019 with a boxed set and Annie just celebrated her 50th with the band this year! Still going strong! "Ashes are Burning" on Live at Carnegie Hall (1976) where she sings the guitar solo and creates a vocal masterpiece. Albums don't do her justice - there is no other like her.

  • @andrewjohnson7681
    @andrewjohnson7681 3 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    Scheherazade by Renaissance is a fantastic piece that takes up half of the album Scheherazade and Other Stories, definitely one of the best works of music ever made

    • @davidpickering4291
      @davidpickering4291 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Since Doug is a composer, I'm surprised he missed the musical "quote" from Rimsky-Korsakov's "Scheherazade" at the end of "Things I Don't Understand"

    • @PapagouBoy
      @PapagouBoy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was the album that got me hooked listening to WRPI underground radio in college.

    • @klausdreams4275
      @klausdreams4275 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ooooh yeah!!

    • @michaelmeyerson5051
      @michaelmeyerson5051 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I so agree .Renaissance is my all time favorite band.

  • @philmann3476
    @philmann3476 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Sadly, you only get to hear Renaissance for the first time just once per lifetime. Fortunately, these songs continue to sound great over a lifetime too.

  • @hypnagogicjerk
    @hypnagogicjerk 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I love how Doug can hear it once and just start playing it. I envy that gift

  • @michaelcross9557
    @michaelcross9557 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Jon Camp will never get the recognition he deserves for being one of the greatest bassists not just in progressive circles, but in all of rock.

  • @sethkaicer319
    @sethkaicer319 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    The daily Doug is a Renaissance all of its own.

  • @Laurasiana
    @Laurasiana 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Besides Annie’s voice, and John Tout’s mad piano skills, Renaissance had the absolutely stellar Jon Camp on bass and vocals. Like Chris Squire, he played a Rickenbacker bass as a lead instrument. And Terry Sullivan is an unjustly overlooked drummer. He shunned the limelight, but his astonishing abilities really leap out at you when you see him on video.

    • @allisonrich5061
      @allisonrich5061 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agree with all of the above!!

    • @joebloggs8636
      @joebloggs8636 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I completely agree about Jon Camp, so overlooked ..

    • @artiehauer1194
      @artiehauer1194 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My introduction to Renaissance was as the opening band for Yes in '76 (Relayer) and the Rick bass seemed required for that level of bass playing. That night stands out as best ever for a concert experience.

  • @johnweissman7716
    @johnweissman7716 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Renaissance. Prolog would blow your Mind. Instrumental and vocal but no words just unbelievable vocal artistry

  • @auflauf494
    @auflauf494 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    Great band. Some more suggestions from Renaisance:
    - Ashes are Burning
    - Carpet of the Sun
    - Song of Scheherazade
    - Day of the Dreamer
    - Mother Russia
    - Kiev

    • @andyambrose4517
      @andyambrose4517 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Golden Thread, Kings & Queens with Jane Relf from the first albums are great too...

    • @barbeerw
      @barbeerw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Day of the Dreamer always transports me ....somewhere. Just lovely.

    • @christopherheckman7957
      @christopherheckman7957 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@andyambrose4517 Yes, but it's a different line-up.

    • @REPay1000
      @REPay1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ashes are Burning - Live version

    • @jacobnorton7037
      @jacobnorton7037 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ocean Gypsy is really good, too...

  • @gerarddion4859
    @gerarddion4859 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Renaissance may just be the most under appreciated band in all of rock! Their musicianship is wonderful. They are technically skilled and their arrangements are spectacular. Then, to top it off, is the amazing singing of Annie Haslam, one of the greatest voices in popular music IMO.

  • @micaelmelomachado
    @micaelmelomachado 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Welcome to "Annie's wonderful voice" world! She's a fantastic singer, and still one in the 21st century, yet! I am one of those who asked for some Renaissance song, and I am more than happy that you've enjoyed it, because it means we will see you reacting to more of their songs! Hope we all get there soon! Thanks from Brazil!

  • @Seabas989
    @Seabas989 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I recently discovered Renaissance. "Can You Understand?" was the song that immediately got me hooked.

  • @richardworrall3135
    @richardworrall3135 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Doug, welcome to the sadly, little known but wonderful world that is Renaissance. Any tracks from any of their albums between 1970 -1978 will repay you with some wonderful music. Enjoy. With love from England.

  • @Gregk51
    @Gregk51 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The most underrated progressive rock band of the 70's.
    Saw them many times. Outstanding live band.

    • @dougmphilly
      @dougmphilly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      saw the classic band twice in philly

    • @kingcurry6594
      @kingcurry6594 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'd argue Camel for THE most underrated, but Renaissance are not far behind They should both have been right up there with Genesis, Pink Floyd and Yes.

  • @sciwiz57
    @sciwiz57 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Extremely underrated band and NO ONE sings like Annie Haslam

  • @snowdog87
    @snowdog87 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Lots for you to discover now Doug Renaissance are a magical band and Annie's voice is like no other Mother Russia next would be my suggestion ..or Ocean Gypsy

    • @hilmarkoerner2603
      @hilmarkoerner2603 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Love Scheherazade and Other Stories. Takes you out of misery into another world ;)
      The last three minutes of Song of .... is just plain out of this world beautiful.

    • @bradbuell3172
      @bradbuell3172 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I agree about Ocean Gypsy - wonderful song. If angels can sing, they would sound like Annie Haslam

  • @davidsucre3411
    @davidsucre3411 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Beautiful song, beautiful group and beautiful reaction!! well Doug, you are ready now for songs like A song for all seasons, Song for Scheherezade or Mother Russia

  • @left0verture
    @left0verture 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Oooh, Annie Haslam. What a voice! I love Renaissance, but my all time favorite piece is her duet on “Turn of the Century” with Steve Howe (Yes) from the Yes tribute album. Absolutely PRISTINE.

    • @chrisgadsby5700
      @chrisgadsby5700 ปีที่แล้ว

      She also did a cover of Ripples on the 1995 Genesis tribute album "Supper's Ready"

  • @christopherheckman7957
    @christopherheckman7957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    My reactions to the composer's reactions.
    (1) Annie Haslam is known in some prog circles as The Voice. Very versatile and a warm personality, too. (She signed some autographs after a performance in Atlanta that I went to.)
    (2) The band had a completely (or almost completely) different lineup for their first two albums; they were former members of the Yardbirds. The first album with this lineup was Prologue and features some experimentation, including "Rajah Khan" which sounds unlike anything they did before or after.

  • @DennisTrovato
    @DennisTrovato 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    This is one of Opeth's Mikael Akerfeld's favourite bands.
    "Song For All Seasons" is another nice song of theirs.

    • @peterbacke1804
      @peterbacke1804 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Day of the Dreamer on that album is even better in my view! Also first track Opening Out is Nice, but too short sadly!

    • @michaelhudson2912
      @michaelhudson2912 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      pretty much every 70s prog band is a favorite of Mikael's ha

    • @allisonrich5061
      @allisonrich5061 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love A Song for All Seasons.

    • @2giantmonsters
      @2giantmonsters 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lucifers Friend.

  • @yes_head
    @yes_head 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Renaissance is right up your alley, Doug. Lush, orchestral pop-rock-prog with a powerhouse lead vocalist that rewards deeper listening. The writing and playing might not be as clever as bands like Yes or Genesis, but Renaissance were smart enough to play to their strengths (pardon the pun). They were also a bit odd for their time in that there was no electric guitar and the sound focused on John Tout's piano and the backing orchestral arrangements. And here's a bit of trivia: Renaissance evolved out of the Yardbirds after that band folded in '68, founded by Kieth Relf (and his sister Jane) and Jim McCarty. The other English 60s band that played a part in Renaissance's history was the Nashville Teens, which saw many former members spend some time in the group.

    • @christopherheckman7957
      @christopherheckman7957 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      There's electric guitar on the Prologue album (which was a kind of transition). "Rajah Khan" comes completely out of left field.

    • @yes_head
      @yes_head 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@christopherheckman7957 Yup, courtesy of Rob Hendry who left the band after that album. Dunford didn't even play the electric solo on "Ashes are Burning" on the next album.

    • @BBHouseRodent
      @BBHouseRodent 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Funny you mention that evolution. I spent many hours searching cut out bins for copies of Illusion's "Out of the Mist" in the early 80's. (Still have the 2 copies I found) It's one of those turn out the lights, turn up the volume and let the music wash over you albums. That album was my jumping on point to Renaissance, though at the time I didn't understand the bands history. I had just heard there was a relationship between the two bands. Oddly enough, again thanks to cut out bins, Azure d' or was my first Renaissance LP. I still enjoy listening to it but it's quite the departure from what came before it.
      Lastly as a plug for Illusion, if you are a Renaissance fan, check out Madonna Blue from their second album. th-cam.com/video/0RS3YGmbuT8/w-d-xo.html Illusion does that same establish a musical theme and build on it thing that I love about Renaissance.

    • @splitimage137.
      @splitimage137. 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nashville Teens had a groovy song called Tobacco Road."

  • @markspooner1224
    @markspooner1224 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    As a big Renaissance fan I have to say this has been a great reaction (I watch all reactions to R). They are an unique band with no lead guitar, mostly lead by Jon Camp's bass. John Tout the pianist played on John Lennon's Imagine album (not on the title track), Mick Dunford was a fantiastic composer and Annie's vocals are sadly unknown to the wider public. Thank you for this, you have a new subscriber.

    • @allisonrich5061
      @allisonrich5061 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I love Jon Camp's basslines. He had a really good voice too.

    • @markspooner1224
      @markspooner1224 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@allisonrich5061 Total agreement!

    • @heliobluesrock
      @heliobluesrock 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I loved your comment as much as I loved this video! I'm a huge Renaissance fan as well! Have a marvelous day!

    • @markspooner1224
      @markspooner1224 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@heliobluesrock You've made it better already!

    • @mahatmacote6478
      @mahatmacote6478 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not forgetting Thatcher's contributions to the songs, I think the lyrics.

  • @soggytom
    @soggytom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Silly trivia time- When The Yardbirds (you remember The Yardbirds, right?) broke up in 1968, the group split in two. Keith Relf and Jim McCarty, the soul of the band went off and formed a folksy-classical rock band called Renaissance, while Jimmy Page and some buddies formed Led Zeppelin. True story. This song was co-written by Jim McCarty and carries a lot of the blues-ier influence from the early incarnation of the band, although he and Relf had left in 1971.

  • @enricopaoli1183
    @enricopaoli1183 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    "Turn of the Cards" is a great album, as "Ashes Are Burning". Go for the songs "Running Hard" and "Black Flame".

  • @carloseduardoraskovsky4345
    @carloseduardoraskovsky4345 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Song of Scheherazade Doug... it's all you need

  • @carlpalmer1709
    @carlpalmer1709 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I told you that you'd love it, Doug!

    • @carlpalmer1709
      @carlpalmer1709 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It must be pointed out that Annie has that beautiful five-octave range, and she uses her sweet, angelic, ethereal voice as an instrument equal to the rest of the band; absolutely stunning!

  • @swjackson2112
    @swjackson2112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Renaissance has been one of my favorite bands for almost 50 years. Saw them live several times in the mid-70s. Their album “Live at Carnegie Hall” from 1976 is one of the best albums of all time in my humble opinion. This band laid the groundwork for so much great music over the last 4 decades, from prog rock to classical rock and even to symphonic metal.

  • @Lightmane
    @Lightmane 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just recently discovered Renaissance myself. Love their music, and Annie Haslam is the greatest female singer I've never heard.

  • @robertnutter4009
    @robertnutter4009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I was lucky enough to have seen Renaissance when they played The Royal Albert Hall in London in 1977, with the backing of the full Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Harry Rabinowitz. Still the most memorable concert I have ever been to.

    • @allisonrich5061
      @allisonrich5061 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are sooooo lucky to have seen that. Must have been a really emotional experience.

    • @robertnutter4009
      @robertnutter4009 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@allisonrich5061 I have seen many great groups or solo artists in concert including Genesis, Wishbone Ash, Barclay James Harvest, Al Stewart, Status Quo etc, but nothing comes close to that evening at the RAH. Cherry Red records have released the CD of the concert, just a shame a video was never recorded

  • @waldorfstatler3129
    @waldorfstatler3129 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    So happy to see you discovering the greats from the 70s like Yes, Gentle Giant, Genesis etc. Renaissance was up there with the best but less well known.
    You must listen to Ashes Are Burning. Indeed, you should listen to all their stuff. Annie Haslam had one of the best voices ever. Her range was incredible.

  • @soggytom
    @soggytom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Doug- if you liked this, you will LOVE 1977's "Novella", with two long-format pieces and full orchestra. Also some cribbed Rimsky-Korsakov, as Dunford had a habit of 'borrowing' Russian themes quite often. It wasn't popular when new, but IMHO is the apex of Renassiance's composing, arranging and performing skills. Also, Annie grabs a couple of notes higher than in TIDU. Worth 40-ish minutes of your time, relevant to this channel or not.

  • @NickBR57
    @NickBR57 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great to see Turn of the Cards, one of their best albums
    Now you need to listen to more.
    Damn you Doug - you made me dig out all my Renaissance albums!

  • @jeffreygould101
    @jeffreygould101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Annie Haslam could sing the phone book and I'd listen. Almost anyhthing from Renaissance in the 70's is worth a listen. Annie has also done a few outstanding prog covers that I recommend folks check out: Turn of the Century by Yes, Ripples by Genesis, and Moonlight Shadow by Mike Oldfield--all three are beyond beautiful.

    • @markharwood7573
      @markharwood7573 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks, I didn't know about those covers.

    • @jeffreygould101
      @jeffreygould101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@markharwood7573 Her cover of Turn of the Century is with Steve Howe on acoustic guitar. I think it rivals, and maybe even surpasses, the the excellent original from Going for the One!

    • @singerofsongs468
      @singerofsongs468 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Steve Howe also contributed to Haslam’s cover of Turn of the Century! Absolutely gorgeous take.

    • @STUFLYS
      @STUFLYS 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jeffreygould101 so often disappointed with cover versions in the prog genre ( especially Yes as I feel the record is the artwork, whereas Genesis are self confessed songwriters ( side discussion for later maybe)) but Annie’s Turn Of The Century made me appreciate the song SO much more. Didn’t know about ripple, much gratitude.

    • @jimz6850
      @jimz6850 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's the exact song that introduced me to Renaissance...Her and Steve Howe together for Turn of the Century was just eargasmic.

  • @richardkeeler2347
    @richardkeeler2347 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    DOUG this is just the tip of the iceberg with Renaissance

  • @allisonrich5061
    @allisonrich5061 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    John Tout (RIP) was a very underrated keyboardist. That man could play.

  • @sudamahebert6978
    @sudamahebert6978 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Try "trip to the fair" from Renaissance and after that "Song of Scheherazade" it's amazing!

  • @dannygriffith6185
    @dannygriffith6185 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have been a huge fan of Renaissance since the early/mid 70's....and was fortunate enough uto have seen them live in 1977., one of my most cherished memories. You have uncovered just the tip of a wonderful mountain of songs, well actually pieces..
    since many run over 10 minutes in length. Some of my favorites to consider: "Mother Russia" ; "Black Flame" ; " Can You Hear Me?" ; "Ashes Are Burning."...etc!

  • @Jpeterson7
    @Jpeterson7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It makes sense when you realize Annie is an angel sent from Heaven.

  • @carlosjosedasilvameirelles5278
    @carlosjosedasilvameirelles5278 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Renaissance é simplesmente uma pedra preciosissima dentro do universo musical. Para mim, sempre tocante❤🎶🎵🎼🎹🎼

    • @murderface3r
      @murderface3r 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Vamos pedir p ele reagir a Holy Land, do Angra. E TB vamos no canal do lfr JoJo pedir pra reagir a Carry on do Angra

    • @vitorvenancio7545
      @vitorvenancio7545 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Em pensar que eu tava quase pra ver eles + Curved Air em SP e no fds anterior ao show veio o início da quarentena e cancelaram =/

    • @carlosjosedasilvameirelles5278
      @carlosjosedasilvameirelles5278 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vitorvenancio7545
      Haverá outras oportunidades 🙏

    • @carlosjosedasilvameirelles5278
      @carlosjosedasilvameirelles5278 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vitorvenancio7545
      Conheces uma banda francesa chamada SANDROSE? O único disco que lançaram é de 1972. 🎵🎶🎼🎧

    • @Maysa651
      @Maysa651 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vitorvenancio7545 Aqui em BH remarcaram para março de 2022! Tô torcendo pra rolar mesmo 🙌🏾

  • @micaelmelomachado
    @micaelmelomachado 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man, I guess I've never laughed so much on a Doug's video as I did on that! Seems that every time he thought he had figured out the music, it changed in an unexpectable way (for him), surprising him, what he shows to us in so many fun ways... that was just great, a great "reaction" video, really, because your reactions during it... very funny!

  • @SunFellow941
    @SunFellow941 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I never get tired of Renaissance. Saw them many times in the 1970s- the classiest of all the prog bands. I saw them do "Things I Don't Understand" at a free outdoor concert in a park on Lake Michigan-- one of the best musical experiences I ever had. Recommended tracks: "At the Harbour," "Ashes are Burning" (about the near death experience of their lyricist Betty Thatcher), "Can You Understand," "Can You Hear Me Now?"/"The Sisters" (side one of Novella), "The Captive Heart," and "Mother Russia." You'd also probably like the acoustic piano work on "Running Hard."

    • @joebloggs8636
      @joebloggs8636 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup, saw them 5 times in Upstate N.Y.Rocester...in the 70s..,

  • @michaeldahlke1486
    @michaeldahlke1486 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Renaissance, and this album, was my gateway drug into symphonic prog nearly 50 years ago and they remain one of my favorites. I was fortunate to see Annie and Michael Dunford play a 2 person show at a small venue. It was incredible and is still a concert highlight for me. Thanks for this one.

  • @there4im839
    @there4im839 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    SO HAPPY you finally found Renaissance. Annie’s voice is an absolute weapon. It think it’s time to add “Song of Scheherezade” to the list for your long play reactions!

  • @carlfogelin1388
    @carlfogelin1388 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I saw Renaissance back in the late 70's, a real hidden gem of a band, heavily influenced by Classical music. As to Annie Haslam, she has a five-octave range, absolutely an amazing voice. I really hope you explore more of their catalog.

  • @hootanfarzadpour9584
    @hootanfarzadpour9584 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Renaissance means love, tenderness, hope & beauty in Progressive Rock world. Loved them from the beginning (the 1st incarnation of the band in 1969) and this love grew more and more until it took me to the heavens by their masterpiece album "Scheherazade and the other stories". Once you get in touch with their fantastic music and the beautiful heavenly voice of Annie they will be always with you, like guardian angels. R.I.P great and underrated Maestros Michael Dunford & John Tout. And thank you master Doug for all the great music that you share here with your knowledge and pure joy. Cheers!

  • @eyesofchild
    @eyesofchild 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wonderful experience with you here Doug! Loved being uplifted by Renaissance as seen through your eyes, and heard through your ears! ❤️👍

  • @andrewmain3572
    @andrewmain3572 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Loved your reaction when you were hit by the top of Annie Haslam's five octave vocal range

    • @Lightmane
      @Lightmane 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hear it's 6, but I don't know how that's possible 🙂

    • @christopherheckman7957
      @christopherheckman7957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Lightmane She's not an earthling. She's an angel.

  • @George-eo1pb
    @George-eo1pb วันที่ผ่านมา

    OMG! I thought I was the only one that listens to this. Rarely do you find them broadcast. All your adjectives and praise are well deserved by these talented artists.
    Their music is a part of my life since i was 17. That's 50 years, and I carry them in in playlists always
    Wish I didn't lose all the vinyls i had, a great collection.

  • @vierdo
    @vierdo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This was cool. Never heard this before. Good reaction as always Doug,

  • @Hartlor_Tayley
    @Hartlor_Tayley 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Renaissance is a feeling that I just love. That diatonic baroque music with Annie’s vocals just takes me to a happy place.

  • @jonnyberggren4598
    @jonnyberggren4598 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was cool music...Never heard.. Must check up this..!

  • @uberabajunior
    @uberabajunior 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    That’s a cool one. I have listened solely to their live recordings. Might have to change that… Doug, hit Mother Russia or Running Hard after that! Thanks for the lovely time.

  • @sterlingknight8087
    @sterlingknight8087 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You greatly need to listen to their "Live at Carnegie Hall" album. Possibly the best album no one ever heard.

    • @allisonrich5061
      @allisonrich5061 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Man, I was 7 years old. The Carnegie Hall concert is one I wish I had been older to have attended that magical evening.

    • @nelsonhemstreet3568
      @nelsonhemstreet3568 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I heard it. I have it. Phenomenal!

    • @joebloggs8636
      @joebloggs8636 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh man do I agree%100!

  • @heliobluesrock
    @heliobluesrock 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is one of my top 3 favorites Daily Doug’ videos already! Awesome! Thanks for doing Renaissance!
    PS: I miss Tout very much! My favorite keyboard player in Rock music!

  • @denerstakflerdt526
    @denerstakflerdt526 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is the pinnacle of "Classical Prog". They occupy the summit that so many say the Moody Blues reign over, but they don't. It's these guys.

  • @craigozancin
    @craigozancin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Annie Haslam have one of the most beautiful voices I have ever heard. She a five-octave vocal range. Song of Scheherazade is a gorgeous piece that I think you would enjoy. Annie's singing is perfection. I first discovered Renaissance nearly 50 years ago when they were on Don Kirchner's rock concert.

  • @johnb9507
    @johnb9507 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    They always gave you so much to listen to in every track.

  • @andreatutrani
    @andreatutrani 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Doug, you are absolutely amazing. I love watching your reactions and especially to Renaissance. If I can remember way back when, I think I had those same facial expressions the first time I heard this piece. Keep up with Renaissance, it’s truly enjoyable. Bravo 😁👏🏽

  • @KCGeno
    @KCGeno ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been listening to Renaissance since about the time that album came out. Later, I delved into some of the original band's earlier stuff. They had a close connection to The Yardbirds. Keith Relf played guitar and Jane Relf was the lead singer.
    Annie's voice transcends all. She's gifted.

  • @VIX_Noelopan
    @VIX_Noelopan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    NO doubt why you immediately do like Renaissance's music: Obviously you're well classically trained, and their music completely resembles classical music. As an educated pianist, you'd be a proven replacement for John Tout, who sadly passed away in 2015. This reaction of your's literally made me goose bumps, not only by the beauty of this song, but also because of how you did it. I'd wish you'd sit at the piano in all of them.

  • @JohnLRice
    @JohnLRice 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Doug, I'm glad you enjoyed Renaissance! I look forward to you reviewing more, especially my favorites like Ocean Gypsy, Scheherazade, Can You Hear Me?, The Sisters, The Captive Heart, Touching Once, Song For All Seasons, etc, etc, etc

  • @allisonrich5061
    @allisonrich5061 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Annie Haslam's range was just phenomenal. She was trained as an opera singer, I believe.

  • @jazzitall
    @jazzitall ปีที่แล้ว

    Another gem I found long time ago. Thank you for showing this to others!

  • @soggytom
    @soggytom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    More stupid trivia- in the film/video of the Beatles' "Get Back" from the rooftop concert, you can see Annie in one of the full crowd shots. First time I saw it, I thought, "That looks just like Annie Haslam!". Later, she verified that in the liner notes for one of the Renaissance retrospective collections. She was still a struggling fashion designer at the time.

    • @dougmphilly
      @dougmphilly 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      wow.

    • @rskybeat
      @rskybeat 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That was way too cool trivia!! Thanks for the fact soggytom! 😃

    • @SunFellow941
      @SunFellow941 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you mean the crowds in the street looking up at the rooftop concert?

    • @soggytom
      @soggytom 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SunFellow941 Yes

  • @hipnofago2102
    @hipnofago2102 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ok, now I need to listen all of their albums, from the start. Damn, this will be fun.

  • @leonbateman1529
    @leonbateman1529 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another great video. Love seeing the joy you express when something unexpected appears. Music has power!

  • @mauriciopalermo7999
    @mauriciopalermo7999 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Great episode, thanks Doug for putting this! I have been a long time fan Renaissance, there are so many master pieces to listen!

  • @justintime42000
    @justintime42000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yay, Doug!!! Renaissance was great! You should really try the Live At Carnegie Hall (with an orchestra) album from 1976. For me the sound and performances surpass all the studio versions. Every song is a gem! Hearing Renaissance and Annie’s voice and how she used it as an instrument in her upper range in 1976 is what made me want to take voice lessons which was the best thing I ever did. Their great songs, vocals, musicians and creativity are unique in the progressive rock world. Renaissance has enriched my life immeasurably! I’m glad you’ve discovered them. I never get tired of their timeless music. I loved how you picked up on the chords and played along. Try “Mother Russia” next!

  • @adaddinsane
    @adaddinsane 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Saw them live in Manchester, UK, way back. Fantastic. Annie Haslam has a five octave vocal range.

  • @arti2909
    @arti2909 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for the Renaissance! It was a pleasure to watch and can't wait for more :)

  • @erithacusnacnud
    @erithacusnacnud 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good choice of track in my opinion. One of Renaissance's more proggy numbers, with its delightful 'movements' from rock to choral to ballad. I can enjoy this one again and again especially the latest remaster (Esoteric). In isolation the lyrics might sound a bit hippie-ideal, but the quality of the composition and its superb execution gives it an enduring profundity, which to me is utterly irresistible.

  • @charliewilliams3860
    @charliewilliams3860 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Simply beautiful. Will definitely be looking them up. Thanks Doug

  • @Paul_305
    @Paul_305 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Brought me back to my youth.

  • @cornellrosiu8818
    @cornellrosiu8818 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad to hear/see your discovery of Renaissance. That genre definitely in ur 'wheel house.' Your analysis of their musical excellence much appreciated!

  • @ShibaMomma143
    @ShibaMomma143 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Annie's voice is angelic!
    I was introduced to Renaissance back in '82, out in the middle of the ocean on my first Walkman. Got me through a long voyage at sea. Just Annie and the stars.
    Past life.
    Glad you enjoyed them, too! I enjoyed your reaction. You're very cute. 😊

  • @janerelffanclub4621
    @janerelffanclub4621 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to see you finally get to Renaissance. I hope you do more, their discography is full of great songs that have a lot of classical influence.

  • @michaelhogan6770
    @michaelhogan6770 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I saw many bands in the 1970's and 80's.
    No one is close to Annie's vocals.
    I saw them at the Academy of Music in Philly, wow, what musicianship and masterful playing

  • @sallocurto1571
    @sallocurto1571 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad to see you doing Renaissance. Under the radar, but great band. Thanks for this.

  • @Malcm59
    @Malcm59 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review - Doug, amazing talent just to be able to jam along on the piano to a track that you've never heard before !👍

  • @uckbee
    @uckbee 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really enjoyed your chiming in intermittently on piano, Doug. It enhances your instruction beautifully. Hope you do this more!

  • @stephanevilleneuve9450
    @stephanevilleneuve9450 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glad that you appreciated this band. We’re a lot in the Renaissance club! You will find beautiful classical arrangements throughout their songs. Mother Russia or Ocean Gypsy are great examples. Song For Scheherazade or A Song For All Seasons are majestic.

  • @GrafStorm
    @GrafStorm 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I remember Renaissance, had to be reawakened to them. Fun to see you Doug digging this wonderful music. :D

  • @wisardofw
    @wisardofw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Renaissance is a great band. I love Annie Haslam's voice.

    • @a.s.vanhoose1545
      @a.s.vanhoose1545 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I recognize your profile picture. Where is that from?

    • @zeno2712
      @zeno2712 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@a.s.vanhoose1545 Instantly recognisable to us oldies: the album cover for Emerson, Lake and Palmer's Brain Salad Surgery.

    • @antoniocarlin5026
      @antoniocarlin5026 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@a.s.vanhoose1545 H.R.Giger Art....!!!!!!!!

    • @wisardofw
      @wisardofw 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@a.s.vanhoose1545 It's "Brain Salad Surgery" from ELP album cover painted by H.R. Giger

  • @GWGuitarStudio
    @GWGuitarStudio 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Dr. Doug. I knew you would love them.

  • @DaveDickens
    @DaveDickens 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Renaissance are a fantastic band, this is a track that I’ve missed! Thank you Doug, as always your videos are so entertaining and educational. Cheers Dave

  • @juniorjohnson9509
    @juniorjohnson9509 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Anni8e Haslam - one of the greatest voices ever, with a 5 ( and sometimes 7) octave range. The whole group was beyond belief most of the time.

  • @Kneith
    @Kneith 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    What about, Camel - The snow goose (do the hole album, more or less one pice of music anyway 43 mins ;) )

    • @malcolmbrimecome5992
      @malcolmbrimecome5992 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I will second that

    • @YouLalitoTube
      @YouLalitoTube 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It Will be a FULL ALBUM session.
      OLIAS OF SUNHILLOW, OMMADAWN are also a FULL ALBUM session

    • @ArielRodriguezVannini
      @ArielRodriguezVannini 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Camel is an excellent choice!!!!

    • @fredreed8462
      @fredreed8462 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately it's all instrumental. A good start is "Lady Fantasy."

    • @angelicamarch3407
      @angelicamarch3407 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sorry, but it is Whole album, not hole album! lol!

  • @j.franciscorioscambre7605
    @j.franciscorioscambre7605 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, Doug! I just had to smile watching your reaction. I cannot wait to see you breaking down Scheherezade and Can you Hear me Call

  • @DeckardRJ
    @DeckardRJ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great!! Awesome to see you liked it! Annie Haslam sings soooo beautifully! She is one of my favorite female singers!

  • @capecyn
    @capecyn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    YAY!!! Fan of Renaissance since the 70s. Saw them several times in the Philly area back then. Just an amazing band. You are going to love what you hear next. I envy your journey!!

  • @markjacobsen8335
    @markjacobsen8335 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Interesting that you chose this song as your first Renaissance. I've never seen it requested and it's not one of their most popular songs.
    For sure you should do "Song Of Scheherezade" on a Friday. It's around 23 minutes or so. A masterpiece.
    Shorter masterpieces by the band are "Touching Once (Is So Hard To Keep)", "A Song For All Seasons", "Day Of The Dreamer", "Trip To The Fair", "Mother Russia", and a whole host of others. We'll guide you as you teach us.

    • @Doug.Helvering
      @Doug.Helvering  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was a special request via email.

    • @workingmanbh
      @workingmanbh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Song of Scheherazade live at Carnegie Hall.
      It will be a delight for Doug!

  • @martinbroten9467
    @martinbroten9467 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Annie Haslam is amazing. For me nothing beats the "Song Of Scheherazade " from their "Scheherazade and Other Stories" album. Wonderful stuff.

    • @dougmphilly
      @dougmphilly 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      1000% agreement

    • @martinbroten9467
      @martinbroten9467 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dougmphilly I’ve heard it said that Annie had a five octave vocal range in her prime. For an example of what she can do, check out the last five minutes of “Ashes Are Burning” from the Renaissance “Live at Carnegie Hall” album. Just stunning.

    • @dougmphilly
      @dougmphilly 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@martinbroten9467 i have the album. its fantastic. but side 3 ending note, what note is that? how does a voice like that achieve only cult like status?

  • @JeanneGrunert
    @JeanneGrunert ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the fact that you are playing the chords and understanding the gorgeousness of what they are doing. And the look on your face, Doug, when you heard Annie easily move from that high g# after her lovely low g was wonderful

  • @peterbacke1804
    @peterbacke1804 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for Your listening and performing also! You did get their sound, I heard that! Have been in love with Renaissance since the late 70-ies! Sadly not seen them live though! 🙂👍

  • @sianpodmore4988
    @sianpodmore4988 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How lovely was that? Wow! Heading over to listen to Scheherazade right away. Thank you again Doug and all.