So glad y'all finally checked out this song -- one of my favorites from my '70s childhood! Fun fact: Lead singer wrote this song about one night traveling with the band and looking for the old, iconic Holiday Inn sign!
I love that old holiday inn sign too with all the individual incessant light bulbs. Was just telling my kids I wish I could go swimming at a holiday inn holodome pool.
I didn't realize that was the inspiration. Takes me back to my childhood, vacation days. Almost always stayed at a Holiday Inn, dad would request first floor, pool side.
Takes me back when I didn't have a care in the world and was just learning about and living the best life. Now turning 60 and wanting to go back to those days. I close my eyes and go back with this song. Smiling !! Thanks for sharing. Blessings !
I love that you both are continuing to discover things tunes and bands that have been part of my musical DNA for close to five decades. Really enjoy your show.
Here’s a story for you. I met Derek Holt (guitarist from CBB) singing in a bar in Puerto Pollensa Majorca last year. He has a spot on Sunday evening’s and he packs the bar to the rafters. Great night. Brilliant singer and guitarist and a really nice and humble guy
Yet ANOTHER British band,d from Staffordshire,England. I always got a bluesy,funky soulful vibe from this. Saw them in the mid 70’s at Brunel Uni where they supported Uriah Heep!
I had a real hard time believing this was a British band for the longest time. They knocked this song out of the park... it's one of those where you'll hear on the radio in the spring and you'll still be humming it when winter rolls around.
A song I've been wondering why no reactors have been told they needed to check out. It's hard to distinguish between the sax and guitar at the end. One of my favorites from the late 70s. ❤️
This song came out when I was 14 in 1977. The best era for rock and and so many other genres. Such a catchy, funky tune. I haven't heard it is many years. Still sounds great.
Love this song. So groovy. I can turn the volume all the way down and watch you two and know that this is a great song by watching your reactions. You look just like I feel when I hear this song. Rock on!🤘🎸
I was a junior in HS when this song was out. My friends and I loved it! But imagine having this great groove then having Fleetwood Mac, the Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Gordon Lightfoot, Crosby, Nash and Young - just to name a few of the hundreds of artists playing on the radio into your teenage brain!! I really love that classic 70s music. I don't think I appreciated it that much back as much as I do now in my 60s. Great reaction from you both! ❤❤
Another terrific band that played during the same time was "Atlanta Rhythm Section." From their name, you might think them a Southern Rock band, but their music was a lot closer to that of Steely Dan of The Doobie Bros, rather than The Marshall Tucker Band. Some of their hits include "I'm Not Gonna Let it Bother Me Tonight," “So Into You,” “Spooky,” and “Imaginary Lover," but I was always a fan of their song "Champagne Jam."
They started in 1967 as the Climax Chicago Blues Band (from Engkand, not Chicago, just Chicago style blues), droppingbthe Chicago in 1972. They still exist though 3 of the 6 founders have passed away. None of the members on this song are in the current line up. This song was from 1976.
Climax Blues Band are from my home town of Stafford in the UK and I knew the lead singer/sax player Colin Cooper (R.I.P.) well. Great to see that you've reviewed this song, it was their big hit in the UK. They were essentially a blues band and played lots in the The States in their heyday. Actually they were probably better known in The States than they were in the UK, even though they were a British band.
The song is about touring in the states, and getting lost. Derek Holt, the one who sang I love you is bass player and high background vocals Colin Cooper lead singer plays saxophone also. great tune!!
I was lucky to see them twice, once on the way up and then later on the way down. They absolutely rocked both times, just a fabulous live band who really could play, I miss those days. ✌️
Yet another in a long line of great reaction videos! I love not only the songs you choose, but how each of you reacts to the music and how you interact with each other. ♥️ Great content, great couple, you always bring a smile to my face. Mission accomplished. 👍
, Derek Holt explained that the song was "just a lucky moment in time", and that it is about being on the road in America. The chorus "kept on looking for a sign in the middle of the night" referred to searches for Holiday Inn signs, the sight of which meant that beds had been found for the night. When the band's career first started in America, they used to fly everywhere, in some cases involving up to three flights just to get to one place. Their itineraries meant that getting to any one place was difficult and involved arriving in a town, getting into a car, getting to the gig just in time to perform the sound check, performing the gig, re-entering the car and then looking for a bed in the middle of the night...Pete Haycock sang the song and he wasn't the lead singer but the Sax player on this song and died in 2013 of a heart attack he was 63
It's cowbell for sure but the player nay have softened it with a bit of fabric inside or, more likely, held it with a couple fingers pressed on the side to numb the ringing sound.
I was a kid when this came out and I just loved it. I always played it on the juke box at the bowling alley. The older I get, the more I miss those day. Good one, y'all!
This is the first time I have listened to the studio version of this song in a long, long time...as in decades! I've watched the live version lots of times here on TH-cam. One thing I noticed listening this tonight was that the bass player is REALLY working that instrument during the chorus! Thanks for posting and bringing back some good memories. Yes, I was a teenager growing up in the 70's.
Never heard this band till now and it’s a real pleasure when you do one of the bands I haven’t heard of before ……. Amazing stuff and will need to dig into their catalogue !!!
Did you know they had that video with the white boy going to the black peppers barbecue? Now what we need to do is take a block paper to rock boys, barbecue has AZ top can do, as they say top does the song on it is called the barbecue, let's do AZZ tap barbecue, that's why boy style you make me love. You love a barbecue, you know, you love that barbecue chicken. We're a widow too, though we're a woman. We're both love it we all love it everybody elopus and love
Y’all are great! My favorite, the best reaction channel! I love this song, I haven’t heard it since I was a teenager seems like. Forgot all about it. Thanks!
Since you like this era and style of music, you guys really need to check out Pablo Cruise with Whatcha Gonna Do and Love Will Find A Way as the best choices.
They're biggest song from what I remember. I was still pretty young when this came out but as my Dad worked and owned nightclubs and did promotions I was around music from a very early age. Great reaction you two.
I really LOVE when you guys react to music from the 70's. This song especially is so funky & groovy, you can't help but move to the beat. You may want to check out Brother Louie by The Stories, this song is also funky and has a great storyline ❤❤❤❤
HEY guys this is from the summer of '77 other songs from that year Peter Frampton I'm in you Johnny Rivers Slow Dancing (swaying to the music Barry Manilow Looks like we made it Marvin Gaye Got to give it up Fleetwood Mac Don't Stop keep up the great work guys.
Miss the times where talent mattered more than looks. People missing greatly talented people because of this
Exactly .Talent is what matters. If you look like Bon Jovi, it's an added bonus .
-definetly !-
Blame music videos. Now they look for someone cute and figure they can autotune them.
AMEN....and, AMEN!!! ❤❤❤❤❤
You got that right. I'm not handsome man. ✌🤟
So glad y'all finally checked out this song -- one of my favorites from my '70s childhood! Fun fact: Lead singer wrote this song about one night traveling with the band and looking for the old, iconic Holiday Inn sign!
I love that old holiday inn sign too with all the individual incessant light bulbs. Was just telling my kids I wish I could go swimming at a holiday inn holodome pool.
I didn't realize that was the inspiration. Takes me back to my childhood, vacation days. Almost always stayed at a Holiday Inn, dad would request first floor, pool side.
I've loved this track ever since it was a hit in the UK in the autumn of 1976. I was 11/12 at the time.
And I thought he wrote it about my life!
Sometimes, “we couldn’t get it right “!!!!!! Great , funky groove from a groovy band. Best era of music in my opinion…..
Absolutely no doubt about that.
I pity todays kids and the awful dross they are fed.
Terrific record! Blues-rock band from England. "Couldn't Get It Right" was Climax Blues Band's biggest hit peaking @ #3 in 1977.
Boy, this takes me back. Those days were fun back then. Love your show.
I have this on 45 lol.
There will never be another music era like the 60's 70's and 80's. So many songs have lasted the test of time.
We had such awesome music back in the day! I love watching you guys enjoy this music too!
This great 70's song brings back so many memories. Thank you.
The band wrote this song in an evening when their manager said their upcoming album didn't have any hit singles.
Their label was on the verge of dropping the band, and then this hit saved them.
Takes me back when I didn't have a care in the world and was just learning about and living the best life. Now turning 60 and wanting to go back to those days. I close my eyes and go back with this song. Smiling !! Thanks for sharing. Blessings !
I hear you. I'm experiencing the same. 😊
I just turned 60 and know exactly what you mean
Just turned 59 and right there with you
So do I
I love that you both are continuing to discover things tunes and bands that have been part of my musical DNA for close to five decades. Really enjoy your show.
I’m 69 now so lived the whole thing.
I consider myself to be blessed.
The only downside? That I’m not 19 in ‘73 again.
Here’s a story for you. I met Derek Holt (guitarist from CBB) singing in a bar in Puerto Pollensa Majorca last year. He has a spot on Sunday evening’s and he packs the bar to the rafters. Great night. Brilliant singer and guitarist and a really nice and humble guy
Yet ANOTHER British band,d from Staffordshire,England.
I always got a bluesy,funky soulful vibe from this.
Saw them in the mid 70’s at Brunel Uni where they supported Uriah Heep!
These guys were such a great band!
-yesss !-
I had a real hard time believing this was a British band for the longest time. They knocked this song out of the park... it's one of those where you'll hear on the radio in the spring and you'll still be humming it when winter rolls around.
I haven't heard this song in forever...you made me smile today ❤
A song I've been wondering why no reactors have been told they needed to check out. It's hard to distinguish between the sax and guitar at the end. One of my favorites from the late 70s. ❤️
What sax?!
This song came out when I was 14 in 1977. The best era for rock and and so many other genres. Such a catchy, funky tune. I haven't heard it is many years. Still sounds great.
You hit the trifecta tonight. This one takes me back to high school and its cool groove. Keep up the good work.
I LOVE the lead singer's voice. I always call it the ultimate "70's Cool White Boy" voice :). Great song and great vibe!
I'm in my seventies. Couldn't help but chair dance to this great song that I love. I appreciate y'all.
Love this song. So groovy. I can turn the volume all the way down and watch you two and know that this is a great song by watching your reactions. You look just like I feel when I hear this song. Rock on!🤘🎸
I was a junior in HS when this song was out. My friends and I loved it! But imagine having this great groove then having Fleetwood Mac, the Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Gordon Lightfoot, Crosby, Nash and Young - just to name a few of the hundreds of artists playing on the radio into your teenage brain!! I really love that classic 70s music. I don't think I appreciated it that much back as much as I do now in my 60s. Great reaction from you both! ❤❤
Another terrific band that played during the same time was "Atlanta Rhythm Section." From their name, you might think them a Southern Rock band, but their music was a lot closer to that of Steely Dan of The Doobie Bros, rather than The Marshall Tucker Band. Some of their hits include "I'm Not Gonna Let it Bother Me Tonight," “So Into You,” “Spooky,” and “Imaginary Lover," but I was always a fan of their song "Champagne Jam."
Sky High is great too!
I don’t think I have heard this great song since it was popular. Thanks for bringing back some wonderful memories!
and thats the magic of the 70s...you folks are lovely
So much great music in the 70's, so many different styles
70s got the most fun jams
Was in High School when this tune hit the charts Many moons ago Best of memories-
Love this song and the cowbell makes it even better
They started in 1967 as the Climax Chicago Blues Band (from Engkand, not Chicago, just Chicago style blues), droppingbthe Chicago in 1972. They still exist though 3 of the 6 founders have passed away. None of the members on this song are in the current line up. This song was from 1976.
2:30 The whole song is awesome but that growl with “so deep I coulda drOWWWned” is just the best part.
Climax Blues Band are from my home town of Stafford in the UK and I knew the lead singer/sax player Colin Cooper (R.I.P.) well. Great to see that you've reviewed this song, it was their big hit in the UK. They were essentially a blues band and played lots in the The States in their heyday. Actually they were probably better known in The States than they were in the UK, even though they were a British band.
Haven't heard this song in a long time.
Wow, I haven’t heard this in forever. I was 15 when this came out. Thanks Jay and Amber for this treat! I loved hearing it again! ❤️
The song is about touring in the states, and getting lost. Derek Holt, the one who sang I love you is bass player and high background vocals Colin Cooper lead singer plays saxophone also. great tune!!
I'm so happy I grew up in this era..some of the greatest music...you guys need to catch up..and they still sound great
Wow. I remember this song from the radio when I was young. Never knew who sang it so I had no idea what to expect when I clicked on this video.
I was lucky to see them twice, once on the way up and then later on the way down. They absolutely rocked both times, just a fabulous live band who really could play, I miss those days. ✌️
Yet another in a long line of great reaction videos! I love not only the songs you choose, but how each of you reacts to the music and how you interact with each other. ♥️ Great content, great couple, you always bring a smile to my face. Mission accomplished. 👍
Thanks for taking me back to 7 yr old me in the backseat with my bro as mom drove us around singing this song. Have a nice day. 😎
70's was the BEST of times for music! I was blessed to grow up in that era!!!!!!
, Derek Holt explained that the song was "just a lucky moment in time", and that it is about being on the road in America. The chorus "kept on looking for a sign in the middle of the night" referred to searches for Holiday Inn signs, the sight of which meant that beds had been found for the night. When the band's career first started in America, they used to fly everywhere, in some cases involving up to three flights just to get to one place. Their itineraries meant that getting to any one place was difficult and involved arriving in a town, getting into a car, getting to the gig just in time to perform the sound check, performing the gig, re-entering the car and then looking for a bed in the middle of the night...Pete Haycock sang the song and he wasn't the lead singer but the Sax player on this song and died in 2013 of a heart attack he was 63
One of my favorite songs of all time. 70's rock at it's best!
Yes! Memories by the lake under the stars, and a fire going...
Damn!!! Memories rule!!! ✌️👍🏻😉
This is one of my top 3 songs of all time. Pure FUNK!
ONE OF THE GREATEST SONGS OF ALL TIME
Nice song. One of just 2 top 40 hits
These guys are awesome too, people are feeding you great groups to react to! So glad you are having fun!👍 We are too!!👏👏
So glad you finally got to this groove. Fall 1977.
I never get tired of this song. So underrated!
Have to tap your hands or feet listening to it 🙂
Man. Good vibes. Miss those days.
This one rode the airwaves, often, every day back then.
It's cowbell for sure but the player nay have softened it with a bit of fabric inside or, more likely, held it with a couple fingers pressed on the side to numb the ringing sound.
This is such a smooth jam. 😎
One of my top 10 all time, without question...
The Bee Gee's like backing vocals really add to the sound. Great tune. ☮💜🎶
Always thought this would be a great one for Lenny Kravitz to cover. Perfect for his vocal delivery.
ABSOLUTELY 👍
My absolute favorite by this group! Thanks for reacting ❤
Fabulous UK Band - great funky track - you should try also - Stretch : Why did you Do it - it's in a very similar vein.
This always makes me think of being a little kid. It was popular when I was about nine years old. Love the reaction, as always! Peace!💗
I was a kid when this came out and I just loved it. I always played it on the juke box at the bowling alley.
The older I get, the more I miss those day.
Good one, y'all!
This is the first time I have listened to the studio version of this song in a long, long time...as in decades! I've watched the live version lots of times here on TH-cam. One thing I noticed listening this tonight was that the bass player is REALLY working that instrument during the chorus! Thanks for posting and bringing back some good memories. Yes, I was a teenager growing up in the 70's.
I absolutely LOVE this one! Very catchy.I remember when this was on top 40 radio.
This song is on POINT! That cowbell and his voice makes it stellar.
Such a great song, one of their best!
Good song , good memories, thanks
Need to get back to Susan Tedeschi, try Midnight In Harlem with her hubby and their band
A thousand times YES!!!
This brings me back to the 70's school bus. we had a cool driver that played rock radio for us.
Never heard this band till now and it’s a real pleasure when you do one of the bands I haven’t heard of before ……. Amazing stuff and will need to dig into their catalogue !!!
A bunch of the old tommy once would be called up
Did you know they had that video with the white boy going to the black peppers barbecue? Now what we need to do is take a block paper to rock boys, barbecue has AZ top can do, as they say top does the song on it is called the barbecue, let's do AZZ tap barbecue, that's why boy style you make me love. You love a barbecue, you know, you love that barbecue chicken. We're a widow too, though we're a woman. We're both love it we all love it everybody elopus and love
😅😅😅😅
I got it rolled, i'm gonna go ahead😊
I don't know that you like fatties or not. But a Brewer and shampoo I got a song and it's about.
Fatties doing a one talk do a one talk worth a brew
Great great band, great times!!!
this was on the radio all the time 😊
Another great song from those times, this song came on and the volume went up, always sang along with this.😎🍺
Finally some good stuff
My favorite little snippet is where he says getting down so deep I could've drowned. How low his voice goes on the word drowned
At that part be sounds exactly like my uncle singing. I miss my uncle he was great!
Jay and Amber love this song .
Such a good skate song
Had so much fun
Y’all are great! My favorite, the best reaction channel! I love this song, I haven’t heard it since I was a teenager seems like. Forgot all about it. Thanks!
My thoughts exactly.
That entire FM Live double set of vinyl was totally awesome.
SO GOOD - love the base voice in the harmonies....so DRAMATIC!! 70s RADIO BANGER!!! ❤❤❤❤❤
Watching you guys react to the 60s and 70s is so fun for me!!
I love your continued journey through he 70s, can wait for you guys to react to HAMILTON,JOE FRANK AND REYNOLDS
Since you like this era and style of music, you guys really need to check out Pablo Cruise with Whatcha Gonna Do and Love Will Find A Way as the best choices.
Yes, Pablo Cruise. Good suggestion.
Loved Pablo Cruise! Excellent suggestion!! ❤️❤️❤️
Cool Love too
Love, love Pablo Cruise!
Never knew who did this, but I've always loved it!
Always liked this song
Cowbell!
I was 10 when this was released, and 46 years later I *still* crank it up when it comes on. It's just one of those songs that never gets old!
i loved this song so much back in the day that i bought the album.
Good cowbell in this song!!! 👏
Such a great funky, Disco-ish song.
One of my favorite songs to play on my bass.
Oh my GOD! I’ve been watching you guys for over a year now! Can you IMAGINE growing up when all this sh!t was on the RADIO!!!
Peace
Growing up in Mississippi, I lived near a juke joint that played this song all the time. How I miss those days.
They're biggest song from what I remember. I was still pretty young when this came out but as my Dad worked and owned nightclubs and did promotions I was around music from a very early age. Great reaction you two.
It’s so much fun to see the younger generation enjoy the music.
This is about as groovy as it gets. Great song choice.
I really LOVE when you guys react to music from the 70's. This song especially is so funky & groovy, you can't help but move to the beat. You may want to check out Brother Louie by The Stories, this song is also funky and has a great storyline ❤❤❤❤
Excellent song, haven’t heard it in ages! ❤
HEY guys this is from the summer of '77 other songs from that year Peter Frampton I'm in you Johnny Rivers Slow Dancing (swaying to the music Barry Manilow Looks like we made it Marvin Gaye Got to give it up Fleetwood Mac Don't Stop keep up the great work guys.
Yes,, you are right,, "The Block" has a similar sound to the "Cowbell"
My all time favorite song!!! ❤❤❤