it is my birthday today..thanks for the gift of a roxy music reaction..they really are great..listen to their song "Virginia plain" keep em' comin' my rocky mountain friends..Kent
OMG I feel so young listening to this. I feel 12 years old wearing groves into this vinyl, listening to it over and over again. Such a beautiful beautiful song. Like falling in love - there is nothing More than This.
This album came out when alternative music was huge and branching into many subgenres. Roxy Music, along with bands such as Duran Duran and Spandau Ballet, led the New Romantic scene which was identified by fashion as much as by the music. Bryan Ferry was generally recognized as the icon of the movement.
Yay! You gave them a second chance! Mad respect for doing that. Not many reactors would bother doing that after an initial negative reaction. I myself didn’t really ‘get’ them at first, but as my exposure to them grew, so did my respect and admiration for what they were doing. The thing with Roxy Music is that they’ve had such a varied musical output it’s impossible to judge them from a single random track. If you listen to something from their first album and then this (their last full studio album), you might wonder “is this even the same band?” Not to say that they don’t have an easily recognizable ‘sound’, just that they evolved quite a bit over time. They really are a hugely influential band and have had a rich history. Even if you don’t like everything they’ve done, it’s at least useful to know what they’re about.
Actually Brian Eno got his start in Roxy Music being on the first two albums. But particular album is fantastic. Especially the title track. Bryan's voice takes time to get used to.
The whole Avalon album has a great atmosphere and Bryan Ferry's voice melts all over it. One of the first vinyl records I ever owned. Love it. It may not be experimental and more poppy than their previous work, but it's my favorite album of theirs. Thanks for the reaction.
I got introduced to this song in 2003 by the movie, "Lost in Translation" starring Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson. Became a Roxy Music (and Bryan Ferry solo fan) after hearing it. I will be seeing a reunited Roxy Music (with Paul Thompson, but no Brian Eno) later this year on their 50th anniversary tour.
Well done for giving Roxy Music another try. They are definitely worth further investigation. My personal favourite is ‘Slave to Love’. And of the older material ‘Street Life’
70s Roxy Music - experimental pop, 80s Roxy Music - polished mainstream pop. Both have their positives and negatives, but I think I preferred them when they were taking risks, even if they didn't always pay off.
For a real roxy tune with just the most amazing guitar solo, lyrics that will make you laugh... in every dream home a heartache.. give yourself a real treat
To hear the original sound of the band you need to listen to their first hit Virginia Plain, Roxy Music were the original Glam Rockers before Bowie, T Rex. I went to the same school as Bryan Ferry
This song has a tremendous sentimental significance to it for many people from that time and to do a reaction without that in mind it doesn't capture the emotional importance that it has for them.
I like later, 70's early 80's Roxy Much more than the mid seventies. The whole Avalon recording is so smooth and sexy. Also Dance away and Oh yeah are excellent.
"Oh Yeah", and "In the Midnight Hour" are two of my favs off the 'Flesh and Blood' album! But they are all good. BUT for something VERY interesting and an unusual catchy beat, try "Rain, Rain, Rain" from the same album. It's a MUST!
This whole album sounds so seductive due to the production and the tasteful use of delays - especially on "The Space Between Us". "The Main Thing" sounds something like a post Genesis Peter Gabriel song.
Discovered Roxy Music years ago and they’ve quickly become one of my favorite bands of all time…you should also try listening to “mother of pearl” and “if there is something”
Bryan Ferry's solo work is worth diving into. His Album Bete Noire is great. The song The Right Stuff is outstanding. I would encourage you to give that a listen
I love Bryan Ferry & Roxy Music & that is an incredible album! Up there in may top 10 favorite albums, actually. 💓Also, check out Bryan Ferry's *Slave To Love* ❤
There's a track on Avalon called "The Space Between" that is arguably my favourite. One of those songs that sends shivers down my spine when I hear it playing on a slick sound system. Just a lovely album, I hope you guys played it good and loud!
@sam369 I'm with you, I love "The Space Between".....I played it a lot when my life was pregnant with our first son, and she said that while she was in labor she kept hearing the song in her head.
This band had Brian Eno, (Synthesizer), Phil Manzanera, (Guitar) Andy McKay (Sax), Brian Ferry (vocals, keyboards), Paul Thompson), artists such as David Bowie, Chrissie Hynde, The Cars, Kate Bush, Simple Minds, Annie Lennox have mentioned Roxy Music as a great influence. Of his songs there is one that has always struck me "Same Old Scene". Saludos
Right on. Phil Manzanera btw played for a stretch with David Gilmour, when touring both David and “Floyd’s’” material. Check out the concert, “David Gilmour Live From Gdańsk.” Phil is a better pro than I thought. Regards
You heard it on "Lost In Translation" when Bill Murray sang it to Scarlett Johansson during a karaoke scene. Loved that scene and have always loved this song.
I think the outstanding thing about this song is the lyrics. I always interpreted it as a plea to God to reveal himself. It's heartbreaking. It's not a happy song. "It was fun for a while. There was no way of knowing. Like a dream in the night, who can say where we're going. No care in the world, maybe I'm learning why the sea on the tide has no way of turning. More than this, you know there is nothing. More than this, tell me one thing. MOre than this - no, there is nothing." It feels to me like a description of the transition from carefree childhood to the deep, troubling questions of adulthood about life and death.
Roxy Music is a great band with a very diverse back catalog. Avalon was their last album and really ushered in the '80s New Wave sound. Although Roxy is not popular in the USA they were enormous in England and in Europe and were very influential. "Both Ends Buring" is a great song in my opinion, but it comes from a slightly earlier era it was more unapologetically masculine in its perspective. I think of it as a yearning but internal dialogue, whereas "More Than This" has a detached romanticism that is not held secretly. The singer, Bryan Ferry also has multiple solo albums full of excellent material. one wonderful song it does not get much attention is called "When She Walks in the Room" off of his album called The Bride Stripped Bare" I highly recommend you guys check it out, it's mostly violin and drums but full of tragic, yearning romance like so much of Bryan Ferry's work. There are also many traditional guitar based rock songs on that album. "Can't Let Go" is a good one. Also worth checking out our the Roxy Music songs "Street Life" "Grey Lagoons" & "Do The Strand". I guess you can tell I'm a fan, but there are many many great songs Roxy Music and Bryan Ferry
The entire Avalon album is wonderful……I will confess to not knowing their music outside of that album…..and I’ve been told it’s different from the rest of their catalogue, but this album was very special to my husband and me when we first were dating…….still together 37 years later….
Its a great album with about 6 songs from it all top 10 hits. Love Is The Drug next please. A 70-80’s band they were very much at the forefront of the genre. Well done for giving Roxy another try. Classy band
Hi NicknLex, this is their more commercial/poppy 80's sound. As i & others have said you should listen to their first 4 albums ( more experimental, art rock, glam rock period ) for a more rounded perspective. Glad that someone has mentioned Be Bop Deluxe as well, massively underrated 70's British band with the great Bill Nelson on lead guitar & vocals.
I saw BeBopDeluxe several times back in the day, usually at De Montfort hall, Leicester. The first band I played in covered "Ships in the Night" and "Fair Exchange". For a first taster for NicknLex though I suggest "Maid in Heaven". My favourite is "Beauty Secrets" which gets regular airtime even still.
Be Bop Deluxe and Roxy Music are 2 of my all-time favorites. For BBD try Axe Victim. The title cut is awesome, and so are Jet Silver and the Dolls of Venus, Adventures in a Yorkshire Landscape, Night Creatures, Jets at Dawn. For Roxy try Out of the Blue, She Sells, and Could it Happen to Me?
Avalon is certainly the most accessible Roxy Music album and one of my favorites. You mentioned Brian Eno in your commentary - Eno was actually a part of the band for their first album. Big part of art rock/prog history there. Check out the rest of the album - it is quite good. Also, investigate Phil Manzanera, the guitartist. He is amazing. He also played with Eno in a live band called 801. Keep up the good work! and thank you
The movie Flashbacks of a Fool makes brilliant use of the track “If there is Something”. Maybe give that a listen…. Also love is solo stuff - Slave to Love and Don’t Stop the dance are big hits.
I absolutely love this track! It brings such nostalgia. My parents used to play the Avalon-album all the time when i was a kid. So i am brought up on it. The whole album is fantastic and one of the best of the 80's era.
Iconic Track by Legendary Band. I Wouldn't Let a Naysayer and The Ensuing Effrontery Bother me for a Second. You Are Both Beautiful People. It's Always a Delight to Be a Guest and Fellow Traveller On a Lifelong Musical Journey. You're Cordial and Inviting Reactions are Always Sincere Spontaneous and Superb. Love You Both Dearly as if you Were Son and Daughter. Keep Doing What You're Doing Because it Makes All of Us Happy and is More Appreciated than You Both Every Realized !!! 🤠🎶😁🎵😊❤🎵🎼🎶🤠❤
Roxy Music has been so important to me since I was little. My parents must've taken me to see them a dozen times, and as an adult, I appreciate them even more. I think your next track should be Mother Of Pearl. Bryan Ferry has such an amazing voice, and I love his covers. These Foolish Things is my favorite. Such a magic to it. His brand new single, a rendition of I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself, really captures the sorrow in the lyrics.
Never felt I had to choose between early and later Roxy Music. I like them both a lot, as well as Bryan Ferry's solo releases. I love a lot of "new wave" and "new romantic" music. I was in my 30s to early 40s when much of it was released. Here's a suggestion for a reaction: Japan's "Cantonese Boy."
I hate that people call you uncultured for not liking something, how stupid and uncalled for. I'm loving your musical journey. And this is the Roxy I prefer too.
I saw Roxy Music in Cardiff, Wales in the mid-seventies - coming down from Shrewsbury with 5 friends, we dropped some LSD on the train in anticipation of arriving in good time for the concert. At Abergavenny the train broke down and we sat in the carriage watching a beautiful sunset over the Welsh hills until British Rail sent a new engine. On arrival we ran to the concert hall and got there in time for the start, helplessly tripping. Eddie Jobson was playing a see-through violin if I remember correctly. Can't say I ever listened to their music again after that, I thought Brian Ferry was a snob...
Another Bryan Ferry solo album is 'Boys and Girls' has a nice cut on it called "Windswept". It got airplay on a soft rock/smooth jazz radio station I use to listen to when I lived in L.A. Some nice sax and guitaring (David Gilmore) going through it. A couple other more known songs on it are "Slave to Love" and "Don't Stop the Dance". Album came out 1985.
I loved this song! It brought back so many memories! This was from my time! It reminds me of tailored jackets with shoulder pads and very high hair-sprayed hair!
Very glad to see you guys giving Roxy Music another listen, one of the greatest and most interesting bands ever imho. I would recommend checking out Out Of The Blue next but they have so many great songs to choose from, A Song For Europe, Manifesto, If There Is Something, End Of The Line, In Every Dream Home A Heartache the list is long...
I'm happy I became familiar with your reaction videos. Youre both so very well rounded musically and I love your enthusiasm discovering new/old music I'm glad to see you both get into Roxy They are kind of hit and miss with me but when they hit they really get me. I like them because they have a multi faceted moodscape music sound to their later songs. You would have to ask somebody else about their earlier music. like I mentioned kind of hit and miss with me. Funny you should mention Brian Eno because he was one of the original members! "Take a chance with me" and Avalon are also good cuts off of this album. Phil Manzanera. their guitarist is very versatile and while his sound is kind of ambient with Roxy Music his solo efforts are worth checking out. His "6 PM" album has a David Gilmour vibe for me so enjoy and THANKS and sorry for babbling on!
I can not believe that Nick didn't raise up his right hand next to Lex's face lol. Always reminds me of someone holding up a treat to a dog. 😃😃 btw I love this tune.
Don't be afraid to express your true opinion - there will always be folks that will disagree! Go with what you like and don't be afraid to explore whatever you want! You two are an awesome couple and I appreciate your openness to new/old music! Thank you!
In the early 70's Roxy Music (Bryan Ferry) were in the same bracket as David Bowie. By the early 80's they moved onto the smooth sophisti-pop feel. Both periods are valid and as good as each other, but we don't have to like everything. As a suggestion for something new give Kate Bush a try...or even her duets with Peter Gabriel. There was a song they did together for a tv special in 1979 or 80 called 'Another Day'. It's worth finding on TH-cam
Roxy Musics best & most creative period was from 1972-1975 where they released 5 Albums. Most Americans prefer the late 70's-early Eighties period where the music was more polished & Radio friendly, most Brits prefer the earlier stuff which i would describe as Art Rock. So here's my personal preference of earlier songs from this amazing band. Lots of Deep Cuts which you will Love. trust me. Absolutely love your Reactions by the Way, the show is brilliant. 1st ALBUM (1972) Virginia Plane (Single) Ladytron if There is something ReMake/Re model Sea breezes FOR YOUR PLEASURE (1973) Pyjamarama (single) In Every Dream Home a Heartache Blue Lagoons Editions Of You Do The Strand STRANDED (1973) Street Life (single) Just Like You Amazona Serenade A Song For Europe Mother Of Pearl COUNTRY LIFE (1974) The Thrill Of It All All I Want Is You (single) Out Of The Blue Casanova Prairie Rose SIREN (1975) Love Is The Drug (single) Sentimental Fool She Sells Whirlwind Just another High
I agree with the earlier work being more adventurous-kind of a cross between British Glam and prog.Id go with something like Out Of The Blue,Do The Strand,Virginia Plain,or Sentimental Fool.
Great comment ! You,hit it right on the head when you said that most Americans prefer their more commercial radio friendly later stuff. I'm american myself but like you I actually prefer their earlier more adventurous harder rocking stuff from 1972-1975. I just find *most* of their later stuff boring in comparison.
@@jameswalls4172 "The Thrill Of It All" is a great recommendation.......I assume you said "oh yeah" because you forgot to mention it.....and you weren't recommending the song 'Oh Yeah' ? lol.
I have been listening to you two for quite awhile and absolutely love your reactions. You have stated in your videos numerous times how much you love the 70's. I grew up in the 70's(now 64). Sooo much great music from that era. I would love for you to react to some good 'ol southern rock. And Lex, I have you in mind as well, being a bass lover. Atlanta Rhythm Section "Another Man's Woman" from the album Red Tape. A VERY underrated band from the 70's. Please check it out. Its so awesome that you're taking the time to check out all this great music. Keep up the great work and I'll be around for the duration!!
Wanted to add an additional comment after watching the video in it's entirety and seeing how yall were a bit dispirited. Don't give the haters airtime or any of your attention! It takes to two seconds to throw out a spiteful comment, but what you guys do takes time, dedication and a love of music! You are a breath of fresh air and have a very positive vibe. Of course life affects us all and we get down sometimes, but don't let that occur as the result of some ass troll. You are appreciated for what you are doing Nick n Lex!
Love Roxy Music ! Great request and reaction. I for one would like to hear the music Lex and your good self Nick...the music you both used to listen to when you were younger. That would be great my friends. I've mentioned the interaction between the two of you before. Today's interaction was special the way you supported one another! Really delightful to see....I loved it! Keep being who you are ! And keep doing what you do .We love and appreciate you both very much ❤ THANK YOU 😊 🙏
Such a great album. It was in the Zeitgeist of the early 80s. It's been said that more people had sex with this album playing than any other album in the 80s, and I certainly include myself in that number. It was the perfect CD to put on when bringing somebody back to your apartment.
I used to work while this album played. Very productive groove for me. 😎👍🍁 Cheers guys and thanks Michele. 'Love is the Drug is Roxy.' P.S. Gino Vannellli - "Brother to Brother" 1977 is very cool synth/piano rock/jazz you would like. High energy ⚡ with Mark Craney on drums.
I saw them at Radio City Music Hall for this tour. What a thrill! Not Only did I get to see Roxy Music, I also got to see former Grease Band members Alan Spenner, one of my favorite bass players, and Guitarist Neil Hubbard. These guys just don't know how to not sound great. Phil Manzanera, Roxy's lead guitarist, is a Prog Rock Icon and Brian Eno was a founding member -- He's on the first 2 albums. Some of their early recordings feel raw and unsettling (reminiscent of The Mothers or Gong) while some are pure pop, but most fall somewhere in between... Bottom line is that you can't hear one, two or half a dozen songs by them and truly know what they're about. BTW - Phil and Eno both appeared in the 801 projects. Anyway these guys were Prog Pioneers. I KNOW you guys ARE cultured and anyone who says otherwise is anything BUT cultured. Salud to you both Cheers!
My fave Roxy was the first three albums (the 1st 2 albums had Brian Eno as a member) - if you want a quick blast of experimental rock n roll try Editions of You from the 2nd album For Your Pleasure.
it is my birthday today..thanks for the gift of a roxy music reaction..they really are great..listen to their song "Virginia plain" keep em' comin' my rocky mountain friends..Kent
HAPPY BIRTHDAY KEN!!! 🥳 ❤️ We love you and send hugs!!
Happy Belated Birthday, Kent!
Happy Birthday Week! We celebrate you! 🎂🥂🎈🤩
Happy Birthday again! Roxy is a gift indeed
Simply one of the most beautiful songs ever the past 50 years
Et slave to love ❤❤❤❤❤
Avalon is a beautifully produced atmospheric album. Its a great album. Still have it on original vinyl
OMG I feel so young listening to this. I feel 12 years old wearing groves into this vinyl, listening to it over and over again. Such a beautiful beautiful song. Like falling in love - there is nothing More than This.
This album is way, way under-recognized. It's a beautiful work. Thank you for featuring this. "Avalon"!
This album came out when alternative music was huge and branching into many subgenres. Roxy Music, along with bands such as Duran Duran and Spandau Ballet, led the New Romantic scene which was identified by fashion as much as by the music. Bryan Ferry was generally recognized as the icon of the movement.
Still is!
Yay! You gave them a second chance! Mad respect for doing that. Not many reactors would bother doing that after an initial negative reaction.
I myself didn’t really ‘get’ them at first, but as my exposure to them grew, so did my respect and admiration for what they were doing.
The thing with Roxy Music is that they’ve had such a varied musical output it’s impossible to judge them from a single random track. If you listen to something from their first album and then this (their last full studio album), you might wonder “is this even the same band?” Not to say that they don’t have an easily recognizable ‘sound’, just that they evolved quite a bit over time.
They really are a hugely influential band and have had a rich history. Even if you don’t like everything they’ve done, it’s at least useful to know what they’re about.
Avalon is one of my favorite albums of all time. It is fantastic music to make love to.
Absolutely!
Top comment. Just try it. ;)
Man the music from the early 80’s the soundtrack of my youth. What a killer time to be alive.
Actually Brian Eno got his start in Roxy Music being on the first two albums. But particular album is fantastic. Especially the title track. Bryan's voice takes time to get used to.
The whole Avalon album has a great atmosphere and Bryan Ferry's voice melts all over it. One of the first vinyl records I ever owned. Love it. It may not be experimental and more poppy than their previous work, but it's my favorite album of theirs. Thanks for the reaction.
I got introduced to this song in 2003 by the movie, "Lost in Translation" starring Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson. Became a Roxy Music (and Bryan Ferry solo fan) after hearing it. I will be seeing a reunited Roxy Music (with Paul Thompson, but no Brian Eno) later this year on their 50th anniversary tour.
My roommate and I would play this album almost every night when it came out. Bryan Ferry was the James Bond of Rock.
I love that - "the James Bond of Rock"!!
Well done for giving Roxy Music another try. They are definitely worth further investigation. My personal favourite is ‘Slave to Love’. And of the older material ‘Street Life’
'Slave To Love' is actually Bryan Ferry solo.
@@TRANZEURO good point!
70s Roxy Music - experimental pop, 80s Roxy Music - polished mainstream pop. Both have their positives and negatives, but I think I preferred them when they were taking risks, even if they didn't always pay off.
For a real roxy tune with just the most amazing guitar solo, lyrics that will make you laugh... in every dream home a heartache.. give yourself a real treat
Thanks for sharing I remember seeing the music video on MTV in 1982 still one of my favorite 80s song. Bryan ferry is the lead singer
To hear the original sound of the band you need to listen to their first hit Virginia Plain, Roxy Music were the original Glam Rockers before Bowie, T Rex.
I went to the same school as Bryan Ferry
This was my "go to album" back in the early 80's during my heavy "dating days". Very romantic relaxing vibe to the whole album.
Lol, the number one make out album of the summer of ‘82. 😘
You need to check out Phil Manzanera (guitarist for Roxy Music) solo album called Diamondhead. Very Pink Floydish. Try "East of Echo".
This song has a tremendous sentimental significance to it for many people from that time and to do a reaction without that in mind it doesn't capture the emotional importance that it has for them.
I like later, 70's early 80's Roxy Much more than the mid seventies. The whole Avalon recording is so smooth and sexy. Also Dance away and Oh yeah are excellent.
Great tune from my high school days. Instantly puts me in a romantic and nostalgic mood. 😄
Wow 40 years ago this was released, I remember it clearly, what a classic song and album, great memories as a young man👌👍🎶🎸😊
Absolutely love this album my second favourite Roxy album after Flesh and blood.
1980 'Same Old Scene' my favourite Roxy Music song :)
"Oh Yeah", and "In the Midnight Hour" are two of my favs off the 'Flesh and Blood' album! But they are all good. BUT for something VERY interesting and an unusual catchy beat, try "Rain, Rain, Rain" from the same album. It's a MUST!
The end of this song is the coolest most hip close to a song I can think of. Top 5 all time for me
This whole album Avalon is a vibe. Very stylish, very atmospheric. I love it.
This whole album sounds so seductive due to the production and the tasteful use of delays - especially on "The Space Between Us". "The Main Thing" sounds something like a post Genesis Peter Gabriel song.
Discovered Roxy Music years ago and they’ve quickly become one of my favorite bands of all time…you should also try listening to “mother of pearl” and “if there is something”
Bryan Ferry's solo work is worth diving into. His Album Bete Noire is great. The song The Right Stuff is outstanding. I would encourage you to give that a listen
Originally a b-side from The Smiths, called ‘money changes everything’, which was then adapted by Bryan along with Johnny Marr.
I love Bryan Ferry & Roxy Music & that is an incredible album! Up there in may top 10 favorite albums, actually. 💓Also, check out Bryan Ferry's *Slave To Love* ❤
There's a track on Avalon called "The Space Between" that is arguably my favourite. One of those songs that sends shivers down my spine when I hear it playing on a slick sound system. Just a lovely album, I hope you guys played it good and loud!
@sam369 I'm with you, I love "The Space Between".....I played it a lot when my life was pregnant with our first son, and she said that while she was in labor she kept hearing the song in her head.
For me its "True To Life".
But like you said, the entire album is lovely.
I love all their work from the 80s. Well produced, well played and sung.
Thanks for the reaction. You should definitely also listen to “Oh Yeah”, a masterpiece! I’m sure you’ll enjoy it🤗
I love Bill Murray singing this karaoke in the movie Lost In Translation.
3AM loft in Soho (NY) early 80's - this song takes me right back,,,
This band had Brian Eno, (Synthesizer), Phil Manzanera, (Guitar) Andy McKay (Sax), Brian Ferry (vocals, keyboards), Paul Thompson), artists such as David Bowie, Chrissie Hynde, The Cars, Kate Bush, Simple Minds, Annie Lennox have mentioned Roxy Music as a great influence. Of his songs there is one that has always struck me "Same Old Scene". Saludos
Right on. Phil Manzanera btw played for a stretch with David Gilmour, when touring both David and “Floyd’s’” material. Check out the concert, “David Gilmour Live From Gdańsk.” Phil is a better pro than I thought. Regards
In 1990 he released an album "Mato Grosso" together with the Brazilian musician Sergio Dias of jazz fusion that is a wonder. Saludos
One of the best 80's songs. The sound of Roxy Music it's so unique! LOVE THIS SONG AND THIS BAND. GREAT REACTION, GUYS! Grettings from Spain!
So many nice memories to this song, and the whole album. Played often in those special moments, with special people.
I loved the album Avalon so much I had the album cover painted on the back of my pickup
This song was poetry and allegory and just beautiful. The entire album is gorgeous. *digs out the CD*
You heard it on "Lost In Translation" when Bill Murray sang it to Scarlett Johansson during a karaoke scene. Loved that scene and have always loved this song.
This album is pure narcotic for my time in college. While totally sober, in broad daylight, the album starts and I relax.
I think the outstanding thing about this song is the lyrics. I always interpreted it as a plea to God to reveal himself. It's heartbreaking. It's not a happy song. "It was fun for a while. There was no way of knowing. Like a dream in the night, who can say where we're going. No care in the world, maybe I'm learning why the sea on the tide has no way of turning. More than this, you know there is nothing. More than this, tell me one thing. MOre than this - no, there is nothing." It feels to me like a description of the transition from carefree childhood to the deep, troubling questions of adulthood about life and death.
I think my favorite is still "Out of the Blue" from the album "Country Life."
One of my very favourite songs! This is post-Eno Roxy. Try 'Do the Strand', 'Virginia Plain', 'In Every Dream Home A Heartache' and 'Prairie Rose'
Roxy Music is a great band with a very diverse back catalog. Avalon was their last album and really ushered in the '80s New Wave sound. Although Roxy is not popular in the USA they were enormous in England and in Europe and were very influential.
"Both Ends Buring" is a great song in my opinion, but it comes from a slightly earlier era it was more unapologetically masculine in its perspective. I think of it as a yearning but internal dialogue, whereas "More Than This" has a detached romanticism that is not held secretly.
The singer, Bryan Ferry also has multiple solo albums full of excellent material. one wonderful song it does not get much attention is called "When She Walks in the Room" off of his album called The Bride Stripped Bare"
I highly recommend you guys check it out, it's mostly violin and drums but full of tragic, yearning romance like so much of Bryan Ferry's work.
There are also many traditional guitar based rock songs on that album. "Can't Let Go" is a good one.
Also worth checking out our the Roxy Music songs "Street Life" "Grey Lagoons" & "Do The Strand". I guess you can tell I'm a fan, but there are many many great songs Roxy Music and Bryan Ferry
The entire Avalon album is wonderful……I will confess to not knowing their music outside of that album…..and I’ve been told it’s different from the rest of their catalogue, but this album was very special to my husband and me when we first were dating…….still together 37 years later….
I'm so glad you decided to give these guys another try. keep going with this album, you won't be disappointed. Great musicality.
Brian Eno was the electronic composter and keyboardist in Roxy Music's original line up, (in case you didn't know.)
Its a great album with about 6 songs from it all top 10 hits. Love Is The Drug next please. A 70-80’s band they were very much at the forefront of the genre.
Well done for giving Roxy another try. Classy band
the whole album is magical
Hi NicknLex, this is their more commercial/poppy 80's sound. As i & others have said you should listen to their first 4 albums ( more experimental, art rock, glam rock period ) for a more rounded perspective. Glad that someone has mentioned Be Bop Deluxe as well, massively underrated 70's British band with the great Bill Nelson on lead guitar & vocals.
We will do that👍thank you
I saw BeBopDeluxe several times back in the day, usually at De Montfort hall, Leicester. The first band I played in covered "Ships in the Night" and "Fair Exchange". For a first taster for NicknLex though I suggest "Maid in Heaven". My favourite is "Beauty Secrets" which gets regular airtime even still.
Be Bop Deluxe and Roxy Music are 2 of my all-time favorites. For BBD try Axe Victim. The title cut is awesome, and so are Jet Silver and the Dolls of Venus, Adventures in a Yorkshire Landscape, Night Creatures, Jets at Dawn. For Roxy try Out of the Blue, She Sells, and Could it Happen to Me?
"Avalon" is an exceptional "album" - just one amazing song after another. So atmospheric, sophisticated but very emotional at the same time.
"Avalon" is another wonderful Roxy Music tune.
One of my few ‘stranded on an island’ albums. The whole album is filled with sexy slick urban romantic minimalistic music. My fave: True To Life.
This song EXUDES summertime - love it so much.
Avalon is certainly the most accessible Roxy Music album and one of my favorites. You mentioned Brian Eno in your commentary - Eno was actually a part of the band for their first album. Big part of art rock/prog history there. Check out the rest of the album - it is quite good. Also, investigate Phil Manzanera, the guitartist. He is amazing. He also played with Eno in a live band called 801. Keep up the good work! and thank you
'Smooth' is the word you're looking for.
The movie Flashbacks of a Fool makes brilliant use of the track “If there is Something”. Maybe give that a listen…. Also love is solo stuff - Slave to Love and Don’t Stop the dance are big hits.
Great album and great track - haven’t heard it for ages but pleased to hear it again! Great stuff you guys👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇬🇧
I absolutely love this track! It brings such nostalgia. My parents used to play the Avalon-album all the time when i was a kid. So i am brought up on it. The whole album is fantastic and one of the best of the 80's era.
Avalon is pretty pretty much sonically the best track they ever did...you guys will get to it at some point...trust me..pure honey
Iconic Track by
Legendary Band.
I Wouldn't Let a Naysayer and
The Ensuing Effrontery
Bother me for a Second.
You Are Both Beautiful People.
It's Always a Delight to
Be a Guest and Fellow Traveller
On a Lifelong Musical Journey.
You're Cordial and Inviting
Reactions are Always Sincere
Spontaneous and Superb.
Love You Both Dearly as if you
Were Son and Daughter.
Keep Doing What You're Doing
Because it Makes All of Us
Happy and is
More Appreciated than You
Both Every Realized !!!
🤠🎶😁🎵😊❤🎵🎼🎶🤠❤
Cheers 🥂
Roxy Music has been so important to me since I was little. My parents must've taken me to see them a dozen times, and as an adult, I appreciate them even more. I think your next track should be Mother Of Pearl. Bryan Ferry has such an amazing voice, and I love his covers. These Foolish Things is my favorite. Such a magic to it. His brand new single, a rendition of I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself, really captures the sorrow in the lyrics.
Never felt I had to choose between early and later Roxy Music. I like them both a lot, as well as Bryan Ferry's solo releases. I love a lot of "new wave" and "new romantic" music. I was in my 30s to early 40s when much of it was released. Here's a suggestion for a reaction: Japan's "Cantonese Boy."
That entire album is great. Have a full listen.
So glad you are giving Roxy Music another chance. Won't be disappointed just like you did with Steely Dan.
I hate that people call you uncultured for not liking something, how stupid and uncalled for. I'm loving your musical journey. And this is the Roxy I prefer too.
I saw Roxy Music in Cardiff, Wales in the mid-seventies - coming down from Shrewsbury with 5 friends, we dropped some LSD on the train in anticipation of arriving in good time for the concert. At Abergavenny the train broke down and we sat in the carriage watching a beautiful sunset over the Welsh hills until British Rail sent a new engine. On arrival we ran to the concert hall and got there in time for the start, helplessly tripping. Eddie Jobson was playing a see-through violin if I remember correctly. Can't say I ever listened to their music again after that, I thought Brian Ferry was a snob...
Great story though. Nice little trip day memory. Thanks ✨😉
Another Bryan Ferry solo album is 'Boys and Girls' has a nice cut on it called "Windswept". It got airplay on a soft rock/smooth jazz radio station I use to listen to when I lived in L.A. Some nice sax and guitaring (David Gilmore) going through it. A couple other more known songs on it are "Slave to Love" and "Don't Stop the Dance". Album came out 1985.
I loved this song! It brought back so many memories! This was from my time! It reminds me of tailored jackets with shoulder pads and very high hair-sprayed hair!
Play the whole album! Absolutely perfect. This was used in a recent commercial. Maybe for a bank
Thanks Nick n Lex. Check out Take a Chance With Me, also on Avalon.
Love her reaction so cute 😊❤ and love very MUCH roxy music ...
If you dive into the Roxy rabbit hole, don't miss guitarist Phil Manzanera's solo albums. 'Listen Now" from 1975 is a good place to start.
Very glad to see you guys giving Roxy Music another listen, one of the greatest and most interesting bands ever imho. I would recommend checking out Out Of The Blue next but they have so many great songs to choose from, A Song For Europe, Manifesto, If There Is Something, End Of The Line, In Every Dream Home A Heartache the list is long...
I'm happy I became familiar with your reaction videos. Youre both so very well rounded musically and I love your enthusiasm discovering new/old music I'm glad to see you both get into Roxy They are kind of hit and miss with me but when they hit they really get me. I like them because they have a multi faceted moodscape music sound to their later songs. You would have to ask somebody else about their earlier music. like I mentioned kind of hit and miss with me. Funny you should mention Brian Eno because he was one of the original members! "Take a chance with me" and Avalon are also good cuts off of this album. Phil Manzanera. their guitarist is very versatile and while his sound is kind of ambient with Roxy Music his solo efforts are worth checking out. His "6 PM" album has a David Gilmour vibe for me so enjoy and THANKS and sorry for babbling on!
I can not believe that Nick didn't raise up his right hand next to Lex's face lol. Always reminds me of someone holding up a treat to a dog. 😃😃 btw I love this tune.
Don't be afraid to express your true opinion - there will always be folks that will disagree! Go with what you like and don't be afraid to explore whatever you want! You two are an awesome couple and I appreciate your openness to new/old music! Thank you!
My favourite album is "Stranded" from 1973. And the live album "Viva!" from 1976.
In the early 70's Roxy Music (Bryan Ferry) were in the same bracket as David Bowie. By the early 80's they moved onto the smooth sophisti-pop feel. Both periods are valid and as good as each other, but we don't have to like everything.
As a suggestion for something new give Kate Bush a try...or even her duets with Peter Gabriel. There was a song they did together for a tv special in 1979 or 80 called 'Another Day'. It's worth finding on TH-cam
Roxy Musics best & most creative period was from 1972-1975 where they released 5 Albums. Most Americans prefer the late 70's-early Eighties period where the music was more polished & Radio friendly, most Brits prefer the earlier stuff which i would describe as Art Rock. So here's my personal preference of earlier songs from this amazing band. Lots of Deep Cuts which you will Love. trust me.
Absolutely love your Reactions by the Way, the show is brilliant.
1st ALBUM (1972)
Virginia Plane (Single)
Ladytron
if There is something
ReMake/Re model
Sea breezes
FOR YOUR PLEASURE (1973)
Pyjamarama (single)
In Every Dream Home a Heartache
Blue Lagoons
Editions Of You
Do The Strand
STRANDED (1973)
Street Life (single)
Just Like You
Amazona
Serenade
A Song For Europe
Mother Of Pearl
COUNTRY LIFE (1974)
The Thrill Of It All
All I Want Is You (single)
Out Of The Blue
Casanova
Prairie Rose
SIREN (1975)
Love Is The Drug (single)
Sentimental Fool
She Sells
Whirlwind
Just another High
Nailed it
I agree with the earlier work being more adventurous-kind of a cross between British Glam and prog.Id go with something like Out Of The Blue,Do The Strand,Virginia Plain,or Sentimental Fool.
Oh yeah,and The Thrill Of It All
Great comment ! You,hit it right on the head when you said that most Americans prefer their more commercial radio friendly later stuff. I'm american myself but like you I actually prefer their earlier more adventurous harder rocking stuff from 1972-1975. I just find *most* of their later stuff boring in comparison.
@@jameswalls4172 "The Thrill Of It All" is a great recommendation.......I assume you said "oh yeah" because you forgot to mention it.....and you weren't recommending the song 'Oh Yeah' ? lol.
I have been listening to you two for quite awhile and absolutely love your reactions. You have stated in your videos numerous times how much you love the 70's. I grew up in the 70's(now 64). Sooo much great music from that era. I would love for you to react to some good 'ol southern rock. And Lex, I have you in mind as well, being a bass lover. Atlanta Rhythm Section "Another Man's Woman" from the album Red Tape. A VERY underrated band from the 70's. Please check it out. Its so awesome that you're taking the time to check out all this great music. Keep up the great work and I'll be around for the duration!!
ROXY MUSIC LIVE - " Love is the drug" is great.
'Same Old Scene', is my personal favourite
Wanted to add an additional comment after watching the video in it's entirety and seeing how yall were a bit dispirited. Don't give the haters airtime or any of your attention! It takes to two seconds to throw out a spiteful comment, but what you guys do takes time, dedication and a love of music! You are a breath of fresh air and have a very positive vibe. Of course life affects us all and we get down sometimes, but don't let that occur as the result of some ass troll. You are appreciated for what you are doing Nick n Lex!
What a great cut! One of my favorites ❤ Bryan Ferry’s voice…so distinctive and pure.
Love Roxy Music ! Great request and reaction. I for one would like to hear the music Lex and your good self Nick...the music you both used to listen to when you were younger. That would be great my friends. I've mentioned the interaction between the two of you before. Today's interaction was special the way you supported one another! Really delightful to see....I loved it! Keep being who you are ! And keep doing what you do .We love and appreciate you both very much ❤ THANK YOU 😊 🙏
Mother of Pearl is astonishing.
Great songs and great music
Such a great album. It was in the Zeitgeist of the early 80s. It's been said that more people had sex with this album playing than any other album in the 80s, and I certainly include myself in that number. It was the perfect CD to put on when bringing somebody back to your apartment.
I used to work while this album played. Very productive groove for me. 😎👍🍁 Cheers guys and thanks Michele. 'Love is the Drug is Roxy.'
P.S. Gino Vannellli - "Brother to Brother" 1977 is very cool synth/piano rock/jazz you would like. High energy ⚡ with Mark Craney on drums.
Avalon is fantastic. Good music for young couples in love…with the lights turned down…fire going…a little wine…
Excuse me for a minute……
I saw them at Radio City Music Hall for this tour. What a thrill! Not Only did I get to see Roxy Music, I also got to see former Grease Band members Alan Spenner, one of my favorite bass players, and Guitarist Neil Hubbard. These guys just don't know how to not sound great.
Phil Manzanera, Roxy's lead guitarist, is a Prog Rock Icon and Brian Eno was a founding member -- He's on the first 2 albums.
Some of their early recordings feel raw and unsettling (reminiscent of The Mothers or Gong) while some are pure pop, but most fall somewhere in between... Bottom line is that you can't hear one, two or half a dozen songs by them and truly know what they're about.
BTW - Phil and Eno both appeared in the 801 projects.
Anyway these guys were Prog Pioneers. I KNOW you guys ARE cultured and anyone who says otherwise is anything BUT cultured.
Salud to you both
Cheers!
My fave Roxy was the first three albums (the 1st 2 albums had Brian Eno as a member) - if you want a quick blast of experimental rock n roll try Editions of You from the 2nd album For Your Pleasure.
Guys, Roxy Music were trend setters and innovators, so much 80s and 90s music was inspired by them
Been a fan since 1972 when I was a school kid. Roxy Music are a unique and class band.