Very underrated. And might I add that he not only beat the hell out of a set of drums, but he did it with exquisite precision and an unshakable groove. We were fortunate to have Tony.
Tony was an absolute monster - he doesn't get the respect he deserves because he's too often thought of as a "disco" drummer: but a disco drummer with enough balls to play with Led Zeppelin. RIP Tony - miss ya - big time.
That's right. I remember reading an interview with Chic and Tony mentioned how he was into rock and other music as well. It was hard to imagine though listening to Chic.Lol
And Chic are too often thought of as just 'disco'. Chic albums are packed full with musicians' chops, tasty chord sequences and wonderful grooves. You're meant to dance to it but it's FAR more thsn just 'disco'.
Tony Thompson was the best studio drummer on the world.He played with Madonna (Like a virgin album), Dawid Bowie (Lets dance), Tina Turner ( Simple the Best album), (Led Zeppilin on Live Aid) ...and so on.. Tony Thomson is amazing POWERFULL DRUMMER!!!
Tony Thompson was a close family friend of mine. The way he played the drums was awesome!!. Just listen to I'm coming out with Diana Ross. Tell me what you think . Love you TONY. R.I.P❤❤❤❤
Tony was the main reason I was a fan, initially. When they were hot, I was still a kid and even though I knew the other members from their other works, It was his drumming that really, really caught my attention....and still does. Over the years I realized he played for so many other artist as a session musician. As I look back now, it was always his drumming in the other artist songs that got my attention even though I didnt know it was him at the time. Anyway, I'll always be fan and it's a shame we lost both he and Robert so soon! We miss ya!
I loved their first Album from day one. The drums were so powerful, matching Palmer's voice perfectly. Still have my Vinyl, still love it! Awesome 80's sound.
I bet he regretted it. Michael Des Barres stepped up to plate and did a stellar job despite all the hate he copped. He can sing and is a showman. Got to play Live Aid 💪🏼⭐️
As a music nerd, I'm so happy to see all these comments praising Tony Thompson. I mean John Taylor is a great bass player, but Tony Thompson was the genuine musical royalty.
I'm 39 years old and started playing drums in 85. I was in second grade and remembered hearing some like it hot on the radio one morning on the way to school and fell in love with your brothers style of playing and to this day your brothers style is a huge ingredient in my style of playing...God Rest his soul, He was taken way too soon.
Tony was one of the reasons I started playing drums. I used to love to watch him play..those long, fluid arm movements and the way he seemed both relaxed , yet intense behind the drum kit.
Tony Thompson... vaaauuuuu the best drummer on the world!!! The Power Station was a very strong with hard sound. Today we can confirm that after many years.Isn it?
Not the same without Robert Palmer. Tony was a great drummer and from what I can see he was intelligent and pleasant to talk to. Michael Des Barres is very good as a frontman, but he didn't have Roberts signature voice or presence. John Taylor is a fine bassist and did a good job on this.
The POWER on this station is Tony Thompson. The best drummer ever. Some grooves have only one owner.(just listen to Diana Ross " upside down" and you' ll see what I mean)
that's Tony on Upside Down? I never knew! The drums make that song, I still enjoy listening to it and drumming along on the steering wheel (I've heard it recently on old AT40 shows)
I’m so disheartened by the untimely passing of Tony Thompson, Robert Palmer, and Bernard Edwards. The potential for them to create more fantastic music was palatable. What could have been.
A look of wondering if Andy Taylor was actually going to show up and finish his parts for the Notorious album I bet. Two band members of Duran did not re-enter the fold, if I've got it correct. A paired down 'version,' of Duran would tour that summer. I got to see them for that show. John Taylor and Steven Ferone were an amazing pairing.
Again how many drummers are mentioned in same breathe as boom boom bonham? tony Thompson only one. He beat on the drums like they owed him money! lol. rip T.T. your music lives on.
thompson was not underrated... he is very appreciated for his thunder drums!!! just listen robert palmer's addicted to love... or David Bowie 's Modern Love.... amazing drumer
Tony Thompson is underrated because he never makes the lists of the best drummers hardly ever. He's never spoken about when they speak of greatest drummers. I've NEVER seen Tony on any list above the Top 40. Such a shame, too. I've followed his drumming since I was learning to play drums in 1979. Power Station were good, but his drumming and Robert Palmer's vocals drove them to be as memorable as they are.
DesBarres was a poor choice for stepping in for Robert Palmer. Tough for anyone to follow Robert but DesBarres just can't sing very well at all and so it didn't work on any level...apart from the party aspect before and after the shows.
MDB is a great singer in his own right, he was an emergency replacement on the tour.The PS was just gonna do an album but it took off huge and tour dates were added but Robert Palmer had other obligations..so enter Michael.
Yeah! This was a great album as I think it was So red the rose, too. Nothing to do the one with the other. Nevertheless, John Taylor's answer to the last question was the best. Wisest decision they could take, IMHO.
tony was very underrated. The man could definitely beat the hell out of a set of drums ! Godspeed sir
+Jerome Davis not underrated in our drumming circles. The man was a creative force! RIP TT.
No doubt about that
One of my favorite drummers. He made them talk! I miss Mr. Thompson as well. He's unforgettable!
Very underrated. And might I add that he not only beat the hell out of a set of drums, but he did it with exquisite precision and an unshakable groove. We were fortunate to have Tony.
There's a reason Jimmy and Robert wanted him for a reformed Zeppelin.
Tony Thompson was pure thunder on the Power Station album! He definitely put the Power in Power Station!
We need to tell our grandchildren about Tony Thompson.
Tony was an absolute monster - he doesn't get the respect he deserves because he's too often thought of as a "disco" drummer: but a disco drummer with enough balls to play with Led Zeppelin. RIP Tony - miss ya - big time.
That's right. I remember reading an interview with Chic and Tony mentioned how he was into rock and other music as well. It was hard to imagine though listening to Chic.Lol
CusterFlux
But, we still have the overlooked/underrated Mel Gaynor.
+Fakename70 Mr Gaynor did some impressive drumming w/ Simple Minds
Zeppelin wanted HIM for the Live Aid reunion after hearing the Power Station album.
And Chic are too often thought of as just 'disco'. Chic albums are packed full with musicians' chops, tasty chord sequences and wonderful grooves. You're meant to dance to it but it's FAR more thsn just 'disco'.
Tony Thompson and Bernard Edwards, perfect groove!! Masters!!
Tony Thompson man. Original member of Chic. 'Nuff said.
I grew up with Chic. That was one hell of a band! They were so damn fresh when they came out.
Tony Thompson was amazing on that album!
Tony Thompson was the best studio drummer on the world.He played with Madonna (Like a virgin album), Dawid Bowie (Lets dance), Tina Turner ( Simple the Best album), (Led Zeppilin on Live Aid) ...and so on..
Tony Thomson is amazing POWERFULL DRUMMER!!!
Totalmente de acuerdo...... Mex
Tony Thompson was a close family friend of mine. The way he played the drums was awesome!!. Just listen to I'm coming out with Diana Ross. Tell me what you think . Love you TONY. R.I.P❤❤❤❤
Tony Thompson was one of my favorite drummer in the 80'S, rock solid!
Tony was the main reason I was a fan, initially. When they were hot, I was still a kid and even though I knew the other members from their other works, It was his drumming that really, really caught my attention....and still does. Over the years I realized he played for so many other artist as a session musician. As I look back now, it was always his drumming in the other artist songs that got my attention even though I didnt know it was him at the time. Anyway, I'll always be fan and it's a shame we lost both he and Robert so soon! We miss ya!
I started playing drums in 1984 and my biggest influences were Tony Thompson and Neil Peart. R.I.P. Gentlemen.
Tony was the man. My hero. Rest in peace
Tony Thompson is quite possibly one of THE best rock drummers ever. Def the best african rock drummer in history. Bang A Gong rocks because of him.
+Power Factor Training .... Tony Royster junior?
African?
I loved their first Album from day one. The drums were so powerful, matching Palmer's voice perfectly. Still have my Vinyl, still love it! Awesome 80's sound.
My favorite drummer ever to sit behind a kit!
Just looked at a top 25 all-time drummer list and was sure Tony we be on it. Powerful and tight player- My favorite when I was growing up
RIP Tony Thompson also ex drummer of legendary soul/funk group CHIC.
The fact that Robert Palmer wasn't fronting them at Live Aid is such a freaking shame. They could have crushed it.
You nailed it. Robert should have come back for that show.
I bet he regretted it. Michael Des Barres stepped up to plate and did a stellar job despite all the hate he copped. He can sing and is a showman. Got to play Live Aid 💪🏼⭐️
@@WellOfEchoes he was recording riptide and addicted to love so i dont think he regretted it that much
Tony hit the drums with hammers. Such sound
As a music nerd, I'm so happy to see all these comments praising Tony Thompson. I mean John Taylor is a great bass player, but Tony Thompson was the genuine musical royalty.
That's my brother!
Ahh Bless!!!!!!!!!
I'm 39 years old and started playing drums in 85. I was in second grade and remembered hearing some like it hot on the radio one morning on the way to school and fell in love with your brothers style of playing and to this day your brothers style is a huge ingredient in my style of playing...God Rest his soul, He was taken way too soon.
Tony was one of the reasons I started playing drums. I used to love to watch him play..those long, fluid arm movements and the way he seemed both relaxed , yet intense behind the drum kit.
Saludos Cookie de México! Me gusta como tocaba tu hermano.
he's such an inspiration to me as a drummer
I remember getting up and watching this when it was on! Saw them in concert not long after this!
Man I miss the days when they didn't cover half of the screen with a banner and news crawl underneath it.
Tony Thompson... vaaauuuuu the best drummer on the world!!!
The Power Station was a very strong with hard sound.
Today we can confirm that after many years.Isn it?
Next summer? Well, not quite. Tony Thompson - talked to him briefly when Power Station came to my town in 1996. Very nice chap, gone too soon sadly.
Not the same without Robert Palmer.
Tony was a great drummer and from what I can see he was intelligent and pleasant to talk to.
Michael Des Barres is very good as a frontman, but he didn't have Roberts signature voice or presence.
John Taylor is a fine bassist and did a good job on this.
OMG Joan Lunden looked soo good!!!
WOW --- She Had BIG Hair ---I Miss Those Days, And The Great Music, Power Station, Duran Duran And ALL Of It !!! Great Vid !!
The POWER on this station is Tony Thompson. The best drummer ever. Some grooves have only one owner.(just listen to Diana Ross " upside down" and you' ll see what I mean)
that's Tony on Upside Down? I never knew! The drums make that song, I still enjoy listening to it and drumming along on the steering wheel (I've heard it recently on old AT40 shows)
I’m so disheartened by the untimely passing of Tony Thompson, Robert Palmer, and Bernard Edwards. The potential for them to create more fantastic music was palatable. What could have been.
00:35...it's the freakin' restaurant guy from Seinfeld who had to smell Jerry's car! LOL!!!!!!!!!
😂What kind of look was that from John at the end when he said Duran would tour next summer?
A look of wondering if Andy Taylor was actually going to show up and finish his parts for the Notorious album I bet. Two band members of Duran did not re-enter the fold, if I've got it correct. A paired down 'version,' of Duran would tour that summer. I got to see them for that show. John Taylor and Steven Ferone were an amazing pairing.
@@enbbug1 Yep, I saw them on that tour too. :)
Again how many drummers are mentioned in same breathe as boom boom bonham? tony Thompson only one. He beat on the drums like they owed him money! lol. rip T.T. your music lives on.
thompson was not underrated... he is very appreciated for his thunder drums!!! just listen robert palmer's addicted to love... or David Bowie 's Modern Love.... amazing drumer
Tony Thompson is underrated because he never makes the lists of the best drummers hardly ever. He's never spoken about when they speak of greatest drummers. I've NEVER seen Tony on any list above the Top 40. Such a shame, too. I've followed his drumming since I was learning to play drums in 1979. Power Station were good, but his drumming and Robert Palmer's vocals drove them to be as memorable as they are.
as long as people like us remember his work...it will be recognized sooner or later
DesBarres was a poor choice for stepping in for Robert Palmer. Tough for anyone to follow Robert but DesBarres just can't sing very well at all and so it didn't work on any level...apart from the party aspect before and after the shows.
MDB is a great singer in his own right, he was an emergency replacement on the tour.The PS was just gonna do an album but it took off huge and tour dates were added but Robert Palmer had other obligations..so enter Michael.
I kinda agree. He may have grown on me though (slightly). I've wondered what a studio track of MDB would've sounded like in Power Station.
Why they did not continue with Des Barres?
Robert Palmer ??
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That guy wont leave Macguyver alone
Murdock 😁
I Believe This Was A Video Clip Of ABC News' Good Morning America's Entertainment News Report On The Power Station On Monday Morning, August 26, 1985.
Yeah! This was a great album as I think it was So red the rose, too. Nothing to do the one with the other. Nevertheless, John Taylor's answer to the last question was the best. Wisest decision they could take, IMHO.
John,honey,you look SO damn tired!!!!😢
He looks chubbier and I love him with a few extra pounds (booze). He is gorgeous. Keep smiling, Johnny Angel.
Shed the white he did
John se veía lindo gordito!!!
Verdad que si?
Rumor has it these guys pulled train and bukaki session on Joann London after this interview.
idiot
Muppet
How many know that Kraftwerk is German for Power Station? Alternatively, how many know that Power Station in German is Kraftwerk?
Yo creia que era Robert Palmer con sobredosis de formol y es este flacuchento de Michael Des Barres
A drummer who doesn't know Tony and his grooves isn't a real drummer !
Plus you forgot that unknown band that Tony Thompson was a member, Chic…
That women's hair still hasn't moved!
They fell at the first hurdle ,some people said they would be a supergroup ??? Not on your nelly
I think John Taylor bagged Joan Lunden behind the scenes
Not the same without Robert Palmer 😢
Robert Palmer was replaced by... cocaine.