Is it going to take this band perishing in a plane crash to make the world wake up and realize they're the best thing since the Beatles? sheesh... Just incredible...
+fretworx Your comment made me laugh and cry at the same time. This band is truly a gift to the people that know Kings X. Just saw them at the Food Truck and Rock Festival in Clark, N.J. They are just the best. They command respect and they sure as hell get it from me.
you are unfortunately absolutely right.....that's why people should trash this so called music of today and start listening to real music made by real people playing real instruments.....then we wouldn't have to wait for a tragedy to occur in order to realize how great a band is...
you are totally right....being an '80s rocker I am guilty of tight spandex and big hair...with that said,,,we wrote great music that a lot of work went into and practiced our stage act until it was spot on....something I believe to be sadly missing from today's computer generated so called music.....the human factor has been so eliminated from it it's not even music anymore....just a bunch of computer geeks sampling everything in sight and calling it original.....sorry...original music is hard to conceive and even harder to write....if it was easy everyone would be doing it...
@@duncefunce1513 my first band in the'80s was called " one way street"...we played mostly original music,,,which was not exactly hair metal although we had the hair metal look....our music was hard rock....our singer eddiewas totally into steven tyler but really had a very unique style,,,our drummer bobby was into ian paice(he was also left handed),,Chris our bassist was into everything and I'm into all the classic rock guitarists and satch,,Steve vai,,,yngwie,,al dimeola,,van halen pretty much anyone who's good..we were really good....but after 10 years of playing and not really getting anywhere....I got disillusioned with the whole thing and went back to school to learn a trade....which I never got a job at so I became a commercial roofer....I moved to Boston and I put together a deep purple tribute band and found some amazing musicians up there....I found a keyboardist who sounded so much like Jon Lord he was amazing....we just couldn't find a singer who could sing like ian gillian,,david coverdale and glenn hughes,and Joe lynn turner...a very tall order indeed...so that ended and I started doing studio work..
Remember the first time I heard this track. I'd read about them in a guitar mag and thought I'd check it out. Gretchen had not long been out and this song blew me the hell away with all that massive drop D and 12 string bass goodness. Ty's tone is still one the greatest you'll hear. Oh and those wonderful harmonies. Instantly hooked I was and it all still sounds as good 20+ years later as it did back then. They are such a great band it's hard to put into words and to boot top fellas as well.
Found out about King's X from an interview with Vernon Reid from Living Colour in Rolling Stone magazine. I think it was after LC's first album. He was asked what he was listening to and he mentioned "Gretchen goes to Nebraska" by King's X and a few other albums. I went out got it and was blown away...
I feel a deep connection with this band. Was there at the beginning, when shot of love was in heavy rotation on Houston stations. I learned drop d tuning from these guys. Pioneers of grunge without the recognition. The two harmonics at the end are the same ones that start Jeremy. They do so much better in a small venue. There's a connection that is shared by the audience. Just as powerful as Rush. Trailblazers like Cream and Triumph. Vocals like the Beatles. Enormous talent.
Such a classic epic. I've always been disappointed that they do not choose to play it more often. Luckily, I have seen they perform it once or twice and rocked my ass off!
I just wanted to see how many ppl would mention Alice in Chains and im surprised no one did. Those harmonies sound exactly like Layne and Jerry, crazy.
WOW!! never thought I'd find KX do this live. Thanks for the upload man. what a song.. wat a band...till today I'm still amazed at how they are able to play complicated songs and still be able to sing in harmony at the same time. Long live the KX
why aren't there more bands with this kind of idealistic outlook, this spiritually-minded approach to life and music? One would think people are thirsty for it, even if they don't realize what they're missing yet, in this venal, crass, materialistic, secular society -
What stands out here is the disservice that late '80s album production did to their true sound. Gretchen doesn't even come close to capturing that bass tone; the best that can be said is that it hints at it.
Kids, do you hear how the vocals do not sound "perfect"? That is called playing and singing LIVE. I know it might sound a little (very little) different than the album but this is what one of most talented (and shamefully underrated) bands sounds like. PERFECT (flaws and all)!
First thing I noticed. It's not easy to start a note on an ahh without sliding into it and then hold the note without faltering, especially on the highest note of that harmony.
After hearing this 30 year old song, it makes you realize how bad the radio music was then and now. Not as bad then. Wtf I'll never get why people do NOT appreciate 3 musicians just dripping with talent. I'll never get it!! Love you kings x and all your sides dishes as well!!!
King's x's syncopated rhythms and melodies are really hard to play and sing at the same time. If cd's could wear out from play, my kx cd's would be dust
Wow Thanks! I didn't know that. I always considered them a Christian band in the early years when I was into them.so that makes sense! Though I think they grew much more accepting and inclusive later, unlike most American Christians. I'll check out that book!
I’m as big a Kong’s X fan as anyone but are you guys sure this is live??? Lol... It sounds identical to the studio version. Did someone overdub it and just put a live video to this? Somebody help me please....lol.
Someone said above that the video was from 2002 and the audio was from the mid-90’s, so the audio is synched up to the video like you said, but the audio track was most definitely recorded live, I can tell by the subtle nuances that they’re playing it 100% live!
They are on my top 5 list in my life how awesome of a band killer vocals tight arrangements i got hipped to them back in the day "Over my Head" i have mostly all there stuff I hope Doug will be at Namm 2017 I'll be hanging out with him.....Kings X... for ever!
For those of you who are musicians, particularly guitar players, take a moment and just watch what Ty Tabor is doing on the guitar while singing flawless backing vocals.
I met the band very recently listening to KXM, with Georg Lynch, Ray Luzier and Dug Pinnick, in the end it is a sensational work. Now King's X is undoubtedly one of the most incredible bands I've ever heard, the spontaneous fusion of Beatles and Trapeze, a sabbatical atmosphere. The band is powerful with only three members a perfect symphony, I stopped to listen to all the albums, they are masterpieces of Rock. I'm already an unconditional fan. King's X is awesome.
What's Mind-blowing, is that "Out Of The Silent Planet" (their *1st* album), was released in *1989*; and (as hard rock bands go), these guys weren't all That young Then! D.P. was born in 1950, and Still Rocks like younger dudes *Wish* they could!!!
King's X , Gretchen goes to Nebraska one of the best albums of the 90's. You just get lost in the melodies and heavy metal guitar riffs. Spot on Live performance!
Saw King’s X open for Cheep Trick at the Convocation Center on the ASU Campus in Jonesboro, AR in 1988. Cheep Trick was supporting their single “The Flame” and I only saw the CD of King’s X “Out of The Silent Planet” at my local ALCO in passing. King’s X absolutely blew me away and I’ve been a fan ever since. Needless to say I bought that CD from ALCO the next day. I knew music was changing and that KX would pave the way, and they did. They played their entire album and I never sat down. I’ll never forget that night. Thank you- Doug, Ty & Jerry.
One of my bands opened for em a long time ago in Minneapolis. Even as a drummer, I felt privileged to sit right in front of Ty's rig in awe, thinking, "There it is, man.. this is what he uses to get those killer tones."
My dream King’s set list: Dogman Black Flag Everywhere I Go Mission King Prisoner Over My Head Out of the Silent Planet Cigarettes Summerland Complain We Were Born To Be Loved Happy
this is the best song ever written, by the best band ever, from the greatest album ever made! King's X-Grechen goes to Nebraska...The must have album of all freakin' time!
Kings-x and Rush my most 2 favorite bands Ever!!! I've been able to talk to Doug and Jerry many times and they are really cool people! Check out KXM also. Doug is fantastic in that band also!!
I´m quite new into King's X. This is one my favorite tracks so far. Love the different melodies during the verses. GGTN is a magnificent album. Seems as if I´m always late with good stuff....
I just love these freakin' guys. Can't say enough good things about them in my book. Best trio ever. (Yes, I love Rush talso, but these guys all sing great too!)
Go and get their full catalog and listen to this band beginning with the first cd and work your way to the present. Experience this amazing trio and they will take you through a musical journey of pure ear candy.
The audio is from a different show, somewhat synced to the video. He screwed up the harmonics at the end of the video performance… Ty gave him the side eye…
I cannot begin to describe what this band has meant to me over the last 25 or so years
- yep....never been the same since I first listen to the debut cd. Every Kings X cd is worth the owning.
Absolutely! All the way back to Out Of The Silent Planet!
Grateful Ape my favorite band. Living in Houston I’ve seen them every show they’ve played here since 1988
You don't have to explain anything. .. at least not to me. I feel the same way about 'em!
My sentiments exactly! They carried me through a lot of tough times! And a lot of great times too!
I usually cut off people who make fun of King's X. King's X is up there with the magic of the Beatles and Pantera. Criminally Underrated
Three instruments, three voices - that is a six piece band! Freak'n thick, haunting sound. One of my favorite songs, and bands ever!
She spoke to me....
Is it going to take this band perishing in a plane crash to make the world wake up and realize they're the best thing since the Beatles? sheesh... Just incredible...
fretworx The second coming of the Beatles. King's X are jaw dropping amazing!
+fretworx Your comment made me laugh and cry at the same time. This band is truly a gift to the people that know Kings X. Just saw them at the Food Truck and Rock Festival in Clark, N.J. They are just the best. They command respect and they sure as hell get it from me.
Don't even say shit like that!!!
well, I found the dipshit that doesn't know anything.
you are unfortunately absolutely right.....that's why people should trash this so called music of today and start listening to real music made by real people playing real instruments.....then we wouldn't have to wait for a tragedy to occur in order to realize how great a band is...
Even to those of us who've known and loved this band forever, this performance of this song is just jaw-dropping amazing. Thanks much for posting!
...and HAMER! What an incredible-sounding instrument as expertly played by Dug.
moparedtn Right on dude! I've seen them at least 20 times and this is spot on! Long live Gretchen =0)
"Father speaks, Son becomes the story." What an awesome line.
Thanks so much for sharing this video. Man how I love this song!
How can you dislike this? I get it, it’s over your head no pun 😂
😂😂😂 Well played.
This is what I love - bands who just get up and do it! No fancy stage sets, no stupid costumes.
If it ain't about the music, then it ain't nothin'
In all fairness they did have costumes in the beginning. Remember the epaulettes? Lol
you are totally right....being an '80s rocker I am guilty of tight spandex and big hair...with that said,,,we wrote great music that a lot of work went into and practiced our stage act until it was spot on....something I believe to be sadly missing from today's computer generated so called music.....the human factor has been so eliminated from it it's not even music anymore....just a bunch of computer geeks sampling everything in sight and calling it original.....sorry...original music is hard to conceive and even harder to write....if it was easy everyone would be doing it...
@@rogerkoob9904 what was your band called?
@@duncefunce1513 my first band in the'80s was called " one way street"...we played mostly original music,,,which was not exactly hair metal although we had the hair metal look....our music was hard rock....our singer eddiewas totally into steven tyler but really had a very unique style,,,our drummer bobby was into ian paice(he was also left handed),,Chris our bassist was into everything and I'm into all the classic rock guitarists and satch,,Steve vai,,,yngwie,,al dimeola,,van halen pretty much anyone who's good..we were really good....but after 10 years of playing and not really getting anywhere....I got disillusioned with the whole thing and went back to school to learn a trade....which I never got a job at so I became a commercial roofer....I moved to Boston and I put together a deep purple tribute band and found some amazing musicians up there....I found a keyboardist who sounded so much like Jon Lord he was amazing....we just couldn't find a singer who could sing like ian gillian,,david coverdale and glenn hughes,and Joe lynn turner...a very tall order indeed...so that ended and I started doing studio work..
Holy fck! Are you Kidding me!?! Do you think you will Ever find a more Beautiful recording of a Live hard rock band?!? ..I Fkn' Doubt it!
Ty and Dug's tones are monstrous
Everything about their sound is monstrous. One of the best rock trios ever.
I Know! It's like a metal 'symphony'!
Remember the first time I heard this track. I'd read about them in a guitar mag and thought I'd check it out. Gretchen had not long been out and this song blew me the hell away with all that massive drop D and 12 string bass goodness. Ty's tone is still one the greatest you'll hear. Oh and those wonderful harmonies. Instantly hooked I was and it all still sounds as good 20+ years later as it did back then. They are such a great band it's hard to put into words and to boot top fellas as well.
@Joe Michaels The original I believe is in drop D. Might be drop C here though.
And the drums..! What a groove.
Tight version of one of my fave tracks from the Kings indeed! They’re in the top 5 greatest all American Rock Bands dammit!🎸💥☝🏾👍🏾👏🏾👏🏾🕺🏾🕺🏾🕺🏾🤘🏾✊🏾🙏🏾
I would completely lose my mind if I heard them do this song live! Thanks for sharing. Unbelievable how great they sound
I'm sure it's a tall task to do this song live.. These guys are amazing!
This should be the National anthem...
Found out about King's X from an interview with Vernon Reid from Living Colour in Rolling Stone magazine. I think it was after LC's first album. He was asked what he was listening to and he mentioned "Gretchen goes to Nebraska" by King's X and a few other albums. I went out got it and was blown away...
I feel a deep connection with this band. Was there at the beginning, when shot of love was in heavy rotation on Houston stations. I learned drop d tuning from these guys. Pioneers of grunge without the recognition. The two harmonics at the end are the same ones that start Jeremy. They do so much better in a small venue. There's a connection that is shared by the audience. Just as powerful as Rush. Trailblazers like Cream and Triumph. Vocals like the Beatles. Enormous talent.
I would love for them to pull off another album like this.. Gretchen and Out of the Silent Planet are two of my favs, though I love them all!
What a haunting, powerful, inspiring song. Incredible vocal and instrumental performance.
Such a classic epic. I've always been disappointed that they do not choose to play it more often. Luckily, I have seen they perform it once or twice and rocked my ass off!
Wow, i can see Phil Keaggy's influence on Ty in that solo!
This song is the essence of King's X, IMO. Just so original, so powerful, dynamic, intense and slightly otherworldly. Incredible performance!
Just saw them last weekend.. they still rock as hard as ever.
I just wanted to see how many ppl would mention Alice in Chains and im surprised no one did. Those harmonies sound exactly like Layne and Jerry, crazy.
WOW!! never thought I'd find KX do this live. Thanks for the upload man. what a song.. wat a band...till today I'm still amazed at how they are able to play complicated songs and still be able to sing in harmony at the same time. Long live the KX
They are finishing their newest album right now in Pasadena CA.
SOMETIMES I THINK METALHEADS ARE DEAF:OTHERWISE THEY WOULD NOT IGNORE THIS SUPERB BAND:
why aren't there more bands with this kind of idealistic outlook, this spiritually-minded approach to life and music? One would think people are thirsty for it, even if they don't realize what they're missing yet, in this venal, crass, materialistic, secular society -
Everyone on their own journey brother.
This is one of the best live performances (esp vocals) I've ever heard from King's X.
Absolutely agree
This is the heaviest live track on TH-cam or anywhere else. "Simply" Amazing.
What stands out here is the disservice that late '80s album production did to their true sound. Gretchen doesn't even come close to capturing that bass tone; the best that can be said is that it hints at it.
My favorite King's X song! Thank you!
ditto
Funny, I'm in this video. God I was wasted. Best show I ever saw. Who recorded this? Does First Ave tape their shows?
Kids, do you hear how the vocals do not sound "perfect"? That is called playing and singing LIVE. I know it might sound a little (very little) different than the album but this is what one of most talented (and shamefully underrated) bands sounds like. PERFECT (flaws and all)!
that's me in the white shirt in front of dug
when and where was this?
@MrClamtree Correct.. video is from 1st Ave 6/17/02
This is the Song that make me a King's X fan and been a fab ever since. When is the Golden Robot release gonna drop?
where was this recorded? looks kinda like ryan's in st. paul?
I don't think Ty ever really seen what he had in dUg......That's sad.
These guys play as well as they sing, a rare combination for a monster rock band...
Amazing. Vox are right on the money and the groove is solid.
The pre-chorus at 45 seconds sounds so much like Alice in Chains.
Maybe AIC took some notes from the KX book on melodic rock
So the audio is from a different show??? Is this video from 1st Ave. in Minneapolis?
GREAT! all their vocals were spot on, on this night.
First thing I noticed. It's not easy to start a note on an ahh without sliding into it and then hold the note without faltering, especially on the highest note of that harmony.
Fuckin awesome
I saw in Memphis kingsx with Axdc loud and dam good.
After hearing this 30 year old song, it makes you realize how bad the radio music was then and now. Not as bad then. Wtf I'll never get why people do NOT appreciate 3 musicians just dripping with talent. I'll never get it!! Love you kings x and all your sides dishes as well!!!
One of my favorite songs of theirs! Gretchen was the first KX cd I bought so this song launched a killer journey.
Kings x always makes me smile they are so fucking bad
Yeah... video is from 2002, audio from the Astoria show (Riding The Wind import)
King's x's syncopated rhythms and melodies are really hard to play and sing at the same time. If cd's could wear out from play, my kx cd's would be dust
Wow Thanks! I didn't know that. I always considered them a Christian band in the early years when I was into them.so that makes sense! Though I think they grew much more accepting and inclusive later, unlike most American Christians. I'll check out that book!
@Bass5el Exactly what I thought....just one word to describe this song: FANTASTIC
F**k yes! Gretchen still sounds amazing to this day! Long live the King's!
I’m as big a Kong’s X fan as anyone but are you guys sure this is live??? Lol... It sounds identical to the studio version. Did someone overdub it and just put a live video to this? Somebody help me please....lol.
Someone said above that the video was from 2002 and the audio was from the mid-90’s, so the audio is synched up to the video like you said, but the audio track was most definitely recorded live, I can tell by the subtle nuances that they’re playing it 100% live!
Learned how to play it on bass. It took about 4 months. Just learnin how to play at the time, cut my teeth on that album.
And just when you think it can't possibly get any better, 2:50 happens, and you just crumble inside. This is KX live.
Its so spiritual ...left me with tears
They are on my top 5 list in my life how awesome of a band killer vocals tight arrangements i got hipped to them back in the day "Over my Head" i have mostly all there stuff I hope Doug will be at Namm 2017 I'll be hanging out with him.....Kings X... for ever!
For those of you who are musicians, particularly guitar players, take a moment and just watch what Ty Tabor is doing on the guitar while singing flawless backing vocals.
Never saw a 12 string Left handed Bass! Or a right handed one!
Tom Peterson from Cheap Trick invented it. Its his main sound. Jeff Ament from Pearl Jam uses it on 'Jeremy'.
I met the band very recently listening to KXM, with Georg Lynch, Ray Luzier and Dug Pinnick, in the end it is a sensational work. Now King's X is undoubtedly one of the most incredible bands I've ever heard, the spontaneous fusion of Beatles and Trapeze, a sabbatical atmosphere. The band is powerful with only three members a perfect symphony, I stopped to listen to all the albums, they are masterpieces of Rock. I'm already an unconditional fan. King's X is awesome.
This looks like it was around the year 2000, they were amazing on this tour, before dUg's voice slightly changed.
What's Mind-blowing, is that "Out Of The Silent Planet" (their *1st* album), was released in *1989*; and (as hard rock bands go), these guys weren't all That young Then! D.P. was born in 1950, and Still Rocks like younger dudes *Wish* they could!!!
King's X , Gretchen goes to Nebraska one of the best albums of the 90's. You just get lost in the melodies and heavy metal guitar riffs. Spot on Live performance!
@tullskull Its named after a C.S. Lewis book
Saw King’s X open for Cheep Trick at the Convocation Center on the ASU Campus in Jonesboro, AR in 1988. Cheep Trick was supporting their single “The Flame” and I only saw the CD of King’s X “Out of The Silent Planet” at my local ALCO in passing. King’s X absolutely blew me away and I’ve been a fan ever since. Needless to say I bought that CD from ALCO the next day. I knew music was changing and that KX would pave the way, and they did. They played their entire album and I never sat down. I’ll never forget that night. Thank you- Doug, Ty & Jerry.
Is this the first time they'd played this song in awhile live? I'd never heard it outside the album.
Aron Gamman The video is from 2002, audio from the mid 90s
wow still liking it.....alot!!
No, it's a 12 string hammer... he is famous for playing this monster...
Listen to those vocal harmonies!! Fooey on modern day foolers who rely on pre-recorded tapes :)
Absolutely stunning live performance.
Freakin awesome!
Just saw them at HOB in Houston .....showed me once again that they are a great live band...thanks for uploading this dood :)
Band of the people.
One of my bands opened for em a long time ago in Minneapolis. Even as a drummer, I felt privileged to sit right in front of Ty's rig in awe, thinking, "There it is, man.. this is what he uses to get those killer tones."
My dream King’s set list:
Dogman
Black Flag
Everywhere I Go
Mission
King
Prisoner
Over My Head
Out of the Silent Planet
Cigarettes
Summerland
Complain
We Were Born To Be Loved
Happy
this is the best song ever written, by the best band ever, from the greatest album ever made! King's X-Grechen goes to Nebraska...The must have album of all freakin' time!
I lived in Pearl, Ms back in the 90's
Kings-x and Rush my most 2 favorite bands Ever!!! I've been able to talk to Doug and Jerry many times and they are really cool people! Check out KXM also. Doug is fantastic in that band also!!
It's Dug, now.
So awesome. They have sounded exactly this good everytime I seen them. Arena, small clubs, this is divination.
I´m quite new into King's X. This is one my favorite tracks so far. Love the different melodies during the verses. GGTN is a magnificent album. Seems as if I´m always late with good stuff....
one of few perfect trio performers....nomeansno too
The best live audio I've heard on YT of King-X... Yep. Where is the audio from? Peace and blessings.
When and where was this filmed?
Like the album. Wonderful!
Awesome band that many people have never listened to. Can't understand why! Been a fan for 30 yrs. Best kept secret in the Rock world!
One of the best bands I have ever seen Live...There is only 1 King's X, so unbelievably good...
I just love these freakin' guys. Can't say enough good things about them in my book. Best trio ever. (Yes, I love Rush talso, but these guys all sing great too!)
hard not to like Kingx if you like rock&Roll
One of their most mysterious songs part wise in my opinion. I had quite a time figuring out each part. Love their music so much.
This band and this song changed my life.
Absolutely love these guys.
Just found out about this band from a co worker.
Go and get their full catalog and listen to this band beginning with the first cd and work your way to the present. Experience this amazing trio and they will take you through a musical journey of pure ear candy.
lxlandia Thanks Ixlandia. Where can I find this full catalog you mention.
geminigold2000- Amazon or iTunes if you want to download them.
Thank you.
"Ear Candy" Ha, one of my favorite albums!
this is an amazing live rendition of this epic track!
I agree with Real Cougars. Kings's X always sounds great, live or in the studio! This is an awesome tune, impeccably performed!
hamm 12 kills!
Holy Shit!!!
Took the words right out of my mouth! Just awesome
This is best underrated 3 man band no pronouns here
Sic! This is why we love this band!!!
What you see is not what you get - not entirely live.
gretchen is a great album but this is from the album out of the silent planet
It's the opening track from Gretchen Goes to Nebraska
That's the song that made me a King's X fan all those years ago. Thanks for the live!
Same here
Did DuG play the opening to Jeremy and crack up laughing at the end?
The audio is from a different show, somewhat synced to the video. He screwed up the harmonics at the end of the video performance… Ty gave him the side eye…