They were formed @ Howard University under the direction of jazz trumpeter and music professor Donald Byrd. He used them in a lot of his recordings in the 70's. I met the bass player, Joe Hall and later the guitarist, Orville Sanders. One of my friends joined the band years later as a keyboard player. I went to Howard a few years after them but they were still gigging around the area and that's where I met Joe and Orville and Joe even cut a couple of tracks on me and my friend, Dave Robbins.
This group was put together by the great jazz trumpeter Donald Byrd. Byrd was a former Jazz Messenger and was teaching at this time. These are his students.
The band was formed in the music department at Howard University, a historical black college in the DC area by a bunch of talented musicians and vocalists. Great memories.
There are a lot of great songs from this era that you don't hear much anymore. Try the Climax Blues Band- Couldn't Get it Right, and The Atlanta Rhythm Section- So Into You.
This is such a beautiful, happy song which makes you have a great rhythm when walking. Loved it years ago. Adore the musicality of band. Great memory. Great reaction. Thanks Harri. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
They're from the DC area. Anyone who grew up there loved "Rock Creek Park," which is a real park in northern Washington, DC. I've even done some "kissin' & huggin'" on the famous Boulder Bridge in the park back in the day. Very popular spot for young couples.
The Blackbyrds are an American R&B & jazz-funk fusion group formed in 1973. "Walking In Rhythm" was their biggest hit. Two other songs were "Rock Creek Park" & "Happy Music" where "Merry Clayton" joined them on vocals. She is the lady who added her vocals to the Rolling Stones song "Gimme Shelter".
This is/was a pretty standard song for school bands to play back then, too. It was really popular. Maybe that's how you heard it?? Anyway, enjoyed your reaction.
Lord how I remember driving at night early morning by myself just my thoughts with this on the radio. Lord if I could go back. Thanks for this Harri. God Bless dear sir.
Great song from 70s radio! I love the Fender Rhodes piano, and an ARP String Ensemble keyboard making a really shimmering pad sound. Jazz trumpeter Donald Byrd mentored the group, often performing with them.
Man that really takes me back to some really good times it’s hard to explain to somebody just how good it was and there was so much love going around believe me it was nothing like the way the world is now
I’m pretty sure you must have heard it in your youth Harri. This was a biggie at the Soul Weekenders in the 1980s, so around the time you were born. 😁 If your uncles were dj’s, this must have been on their playlist.
Hi There! loved this video! Have you ever noticed that the flute solo,which is excellent,also has a similar solo break on the FATBACK BAND tune " Groovy kind of Day" (LP Raisin' Hell -1976).I am note sure if it is exactly the same,but very close! ( or maybe I went mad fifty yrs ago,check it out see what you think!) Keep up the great work Sir ! & thanks😎
I was 9 yrs old when I first this classic. It took me to another level then and still does now This just screams inner city pride of black people in the 70s .So many great memories
Big hit in 1974....along with George McCrea and Rock You Baby..... I was 18 years old....perfect timing❤
They were formed @ Howard University under the direction of jazz trumpeter and music professor Donald Byrd. He used them in a lot of his recordings in the 70's. I met the bass player, Joe Hall and later the guitarist, Orville Sanders. One of my friends joined the band years later as a keyboard player. I went to Howard a few years after them but they were still gigging around the area and that's where I met Joe and Orville and Joe even cut a couple of tracks on me and my friend, Dave Robbins.
Most excellent song from 70’s….. Oh yes 👍🏻 I remember this one Richie🤗😜
my favorite song
This song got massive airplay around the mid seventies. It stands up to the test of time and still sounds great 🌺✌️
This group was put together by the great jazz trumpeter Donald Byrd. Byrd was a former Jazz Messenger and was teaching at this time. These are his students.
Shout out to the late Allan Barnes for that badass flute 🪈 solo. ✌️😎
AWESOME! memories, thanks Harri......Peace and Love from Canada
One of my favorite song's from the 70's!🥁🎸🎺🕺
smoooooth groove. a huge smash in the day.
The band was formed in the music department at Howard University, a historical black college in the DC area by a bunch of talented musicians and vocalists. Great memories.
Great suggestion, I love this song and the Blackbyrds!
Named after their professor, the amazing Donald Byrd (PS: If Harri's into instrumentals, maybe Lansana's Priestess by him)
Walkin’ in Rhythm 🎶…moving’ in sound….another beautiful song from our era❤️🎶
Great song, I haven’t heard this one for quite a while.✌️
There are a lot of great songs from this era that you don't hear much anymore. Try the Climax Blues Band- Couldn't Get it Right, and The Atlanta Rhythm Section- So Into You.
Absolutely love this one.So positive so uplifting.
We all have to keep moving forward .
That flute is everything.
This is such a beautiful, happy song which makes you have a great rhythm when walking.
Loved it years ago. Adore the musicality of band. Great memory. Great reaction. Thanks Harri. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
They're from the DC area. Anyone who grew up there loved "Rock Creek Park," which is a real park in northern Washington, DC. I've even done some "kissin' & huggin'" on the famous Boulder Bridge in the park back in the day. Very popular spot for young couples.
Interesting! I grew up with Rock Creek in the woods right behind our house.
I remember listening to the song when I was in Colorado springs in 1975. This song always brings back memories when I hear it. Love it.
I like the way you react to songs, Harri.
It has been a minute since I heard this song, but I started humming it as soon as I saw the title. Good call, and thank you, Harri!
The Blackbyrds are an American R&B & jazz-funk fusion group formed in 1973. "Walking In Rhythm" was their biggest hit. Two other songs were "Rock Creek Park" & "Happy Music" where "Merry Clayton" joined them on vocals. She is the lady who added her vocals to the Rolling Stones song "Gimme Shelter".
This is/was a pretty standard song for school bands to play back then, too. It was really popular. Maybe that's how you heard it?? Anyway, enjoyed your reaction.
Lord how I remember driving at night early morning by myself just my thoughts with this on the radio. Lord if I could go back. Thanks for this Harri. God Bless dear sir.
Great part of my growing up is this kind of music, including this song.
Great song from 70s radio! I love the Fender Rhodes piano, and an ARP String Ensemble keyboard making a really shimmering pad sound. Jazz trumpeter Donald Byrd mentored the group, often performing with them.
Wow, such a 70s vibe! ❤️
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A great pick. I always loved this joyful tune. 🔥🇬🇧🤴🇨🇦🇺🇸🇺🇦👍🙃
Man that really takes me back to some really good times it’s hard to explain to somebody just how good it was and there was so much love going around believe me it was nothing like the way the world is now
The jazz/funk you’re referencing to is due to the Donald Byrd production
THE BLACKBYRDS - Spaced Out 1974 from the same album as this song a must listen it's brilliant highly recommend this one 😄🕜 🌌🚀
great band, listen to hash n eggs by them....FIRE!!!
I’m pretty sure you must have heard it in your youth Harri. This was a biggie at the Soul Weekenders in the 1980s, so around the time you were born. 😁
If your uncles were dj’s, this must have been on their playlist.
Great channel.Great reactions. Love the way you do it sir!
My favorite song is "do it fluid"
Continue with exploring how great the decades of the 60's and the 70's were for music....
Thank you for your positivity. Love hanging with you...great song. I had forgotten about it.
Hi There! loved this video! Have you ever noticed that the flute solo,which is excellent,also has a similar solo break on the FATBACK BAND tune " Groovy kind of Day" (LP Raisin' Hell -1976).I am note sure if it is exactly the same,but very close! ( or maybe I went mad fifty yrs ago,check it out see what you think!) Keep up the great work Sir ! & thanks😎
I`ve loved this song since I`ve heard it the first time 1974 !! 👌👌😍
This brings back nice memories, a real disco hit in the seventies! 🎶🎶👍
Must try Kenny rankin,so so smooth
Your Uncles played this hit, I guarantee it.
Disco influence. At the time I thought it was a bit drab but appreciate it more now.
I was 9 yrs old when I first this classic. It took me to another level then and still does now
This just screams inner city pride of black people in the 70s .So many great memories
Nice Jazz Fusion band,nice tune,another jam of theirs you might want to check out is "Love So Fine"
i miss this
Rock Creek Park is more Funky
Music is ok, but vocals are lacking. To have that many voices and no harmony?
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