My co-worker was 26 years old (half my age at the time) and I was playing a JAMC setlist while we were setting up and said he didn't know the band. When this song played he said he hasn't heard this cover of the Pixies before. "Nope. It's the other way around," said I. Next was "Just Like Honey" and he said he knew this song from the movie "Lost In Translation" but didn't know the artist. The next song was "Sometimes Always" and he knew it, too, but didn't know the artist. Again, with "Happy When It Rains". The poor JAMC don't get any recognition. WTF?? Maybe the band's name puts people off?
ignorance always the worse sin! Still do not know why history of music is not a mandatory class in schools... I also discovered JAMC in my mid 20's by chance thanks to a great friend...
I would agree. But if Almost Gold counts as rock, I would say it's even a higher grade of perfection. It is just the platonic ideal or a pop song, in my estimation.
@CharlesTaylor-k8i I've been listening to these guys. When they first came out, they were in Billboard.Magazine speaking about them. And I remember seeing metallica As well as guns and roses On the west coast before the east coast Is knew anything about them. Like Kraft work And detroit with their technique Music. You know detroit started it..
@@JayHarmon-c1g it was a forest green poor man's Porsche (914) So.Cal desert town. Old people, and industry all around, but two young people who had it all ahead of them. Last I heard, she had 2 kids and was happy, that's cool, cause I found my future too, she gave me 3 babies and a lifetime of memories. Cheers!
Just saw JAMC play this live in Philadelphia at the Franklin Music Hall on September 29, 2024. They played this third in the set. Yeah, it was that kind of night. My wife was dancing so well to this one. They started off a little distracted, but by the end of their show (they started before the Psychedelic Furs), they were in full form. They still got it!
Mike Benoit I have heard him articulate quite well in interviews.........yur experience is 1 reason I am happy to admire my idols from afar.....rather than see first hand that there are 2 working parts.....the creator.....and the appreciator......shall they never meet........I suppose.....if polite.....they would acquiesce=I don't need no hand me down.....I acknowledge ourmutual places on the earth and am ok w/that
Howard Paul Damned straight. I used to work security at shows and ended up declining opportunities to work backstage/dressing room or the after party. It was always the same. The room has a star in it, and 40 other people who are just thrilled to be basking in the presence of a famous person. It kinda made me cringe to see human beings acting like that.
I saw them in Chicago not long ago. Great show but the "stage presence" of the band was as it always was. At the start of the concert Reid said "hello" to the audience. At the end he said "Goodbye." That was the total extent of the showmanship, not like so many bands who have a repartee all scripted for that night. BUT ABSOLUTELY GREAT MUSIC.
Hey Mike Benoit I'm curious as to what you think you might have in common with him that would make for anything more than silly small talk? Now such small talk might be what he'd enjoy and engage in having a few beers at a bar/pub but backstage which to him is like you being at your job. How is that weird?
I believe this was their only mainstream hit. Jesus and the Mary Chain was largely an underground/college band back in the day. Man I miss being the 18-year old who heard this in 1990.
EXACTLY..... LOVE YOU.... I said same in a class, once n they said it was old school.... hurt my feelings 💔 😪 😞..... its one of THE BEST SONGS ON THE PLAN.... ETTE
J'm 58 y.o. Italian fan for me exactly the same more than ever expecially this song is absolutely fantastic such a great band nobody and no one can beat the 80's marvellous music!!! No time and no space... simply immortal...
I purchased the. Ir first album, dark side or something. I think it was called all. The ti know was I read about then in the music magazine. And the album was out in a month and I was hooked reading about them and then ordering their album on cassette.
The Jesus & Mary Chain should have been huge. The fact that they weren’t just goes to show that most people don’t know a thing about good music. Cheers to anyone still here listening in 2020. 🍻
Fantastic tune. Growing up in the 80s and 90s id never actually listened to them. Heard this song randomly on the radio and was instantly sold....like WHO IS THIS?! Solid. Gets me pumped up to take on the day, great driving song
Heard this song for the first time last month and I can't get it out of my head. Everytime I get off work I blast it on my way home with my windows down. That snare is N A S T Y! 🥁
As soon as I get my head round you I come around catching sparks off you I get an electric charge from you That second hand living it just won't do And the way I feel tonight I could die and I wouldn't mind And there's something going on inside Makes you want to feel makes you want to try Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky I can't stand up I can't cool down I can't get my head off the ground As soon as I get my head round you I come around catching sparks off you And all I ever got from you Was all I ever took from you And the world could die in pain And I wouldn't feel no shame And there's nothing holding me to blame Makes you want to feel makes you want to try Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky I'm taking myself to the dirty part of town Where all my troubles can't be found AMAAAAAZING!!
2024 and yes, I'm still listening. I looked this up because I was just recounting to someone how I saw one of their first shows in the states, and it was 25 minutes of feedback squall. Yes, unforgettable. Seen them many times since, including just a couple years ago.
I remember right where I was standing when I saw this video on MTV. I immediately bought the cassette and proceeded to get numerous speeding tickets. JAMC just makes me put my foot to the floor. Awesome.
This made me think of standing in front of the tv when Teen Spirit came on MTV for the first time. I immediately put my work transfer in to Seattle & proceeded to get my grunge on! Was listening to JAMC prior to Nirvana love them. Never got to see JAMC but did see Nirvana. Dems were da days. (Le Sigh).
I saw them in Chicago during this time, at the Riviera I believe. Either late 89 or early 90.. I can't remember exactly but I do remember that it's still one of my favorite concerts of all-time 👍
Love this Song 🖤 #lyrics As soon as I get my head 'round you I come around catching sparks off you I get an electric charge from you That second hand living, it just won't do And the way I feel tonight Oh, I could die and I wouldn't mind And there's something going on inside Makes you want to feel, makes you want to try Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky I can't stand up, I can't cool down I can't get my head off the ground As soon as I get my head 'round you I come around catching sparks off you And all I ever got from you Was all I ever took from you And the world could die in pain And I wouldn't feel no shame And there's nothing holding me to blame Makes you want to feel, makes you want to try Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky And I'm taking myself to the dirty part of town Where all my troubles can't be found Makes you want to feel, makes you want to try Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky And I can't stand up, I can't cool down I can't get my head up off the ground Makes you want to feel, makes you want to try Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky And I can't stand up, I can't cool down I can't get my head off the ground I said head Ohw, head Eah, head Ohw, head Makes you want to feel, makes you want to try Makes you want to feel, makes you want to try Ohw, head Ohw, head Ooh, yeah, yeah, yeah Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah Ahh yeah, yeah, yeah...
Great song. Reminds me of when I was in my 20's, different times, different dreams...a good friend introduced me to this great band. Sadly he couldn't cope with the demons that was troubling him. RIP Chris.
So badass. There’s a reason why the Pixies covered this song on Trompe le Monde in 1991. It’s an objectively fantastic song with one of the best, most euphoric hooks ever written: “And the way I feel tonight, Oh I could die and I wouldn’t mind And there’s something going on inside, Makes you wanna feel, makes you wanna try, makes you wanna blow the stars from the sky…”
Jim Reid is definitely one of my favorite vocalists. So distinct, so perfect for the band's music - which makes sense, considering he and and his brother are the creative forces behind it. Amazing singer, amazing band. 🤘🎉
Jim and William ARE the band. There was perhaps excessive focus in this video on the drummer, to prove a point, as they were slated for not having one, and utilising a drum machine ever since they sacked off Bobby Gillespie, who of course went off to found Primal Scream. That was about four years and two albums' worth, if memory serves.
It’s a bummer this band didn’t get the recognition in America like they should of. So underrated it’s crazy! These guys paved the way for bands like Pixies, Sonic Youth, Radiohead and The Dandy Warhols.
Pixies actually covered this song.Though I dont think they had that much influence. TJ&MC didnt really break in the US till around 85 around the time Pixies fwhere starting out. Though they had a completely bonkers reputation as a band for whom violence was part of the act, so maybe?
@@Lexluthor2024 it never gets old, I’m pretty young, I was getting into this band around 5 years ago, since then I’ve seen them 3 times live and got most of their albums on vinyl. JAMC is an amazing band!
@@Lexluthor2024 that’s awesome I’m from Texas in the USA, they stop by quite a bit here, I always take the opportunity to see them when they are here, they are still such a good live band! Got to meet William and Jim last time they came, got them to sign my Some Candy Talking EP
"The DJ never has it, JAMC AUTOMATIC"- Jimmy Eat World knew, but since I just found out about them roughly 3 years ago, I wish I had known what Jim was singing about sooner, but I'm just glad it found it's way to me.
I think you have to mention that before streaming became a thing, radio was in charge. Okay, you got exposed to songs you couldn't care less about, yet, you got exposed to songs you grew to love. I couldn't care less about Tool back in 1992, yet, hearing 'Sober' so much on the radio changed my mind. I've been a fan ever since. Streaming is fine, but, for the most part, it negates the listener having to hear anything that they absolutely don't want to. It's worse than the concept of 'preaching to the converted', it's more like 'the converted preaching to themselves'. The best decade with the best decade was the one where the consumer didn't control every aspect of an artist's promotion through their own teeny-tiny cell phone. People act like the internet is all-inclusive, not really. People can shut out anything they want. That isn't always a good thing.
Nobody gonna talk about the art direction? A seriously beautiful music video. In general, JAMC's art direction is the best and most consistent I've seen. Not a bad album sleeve.
JL Perry You know, I'm going to agree also. The opening three D rumbeats puts me right back in my Mazda 323 with Automatic in the tape deck. Great memories.
This was the definition of ultra cool alternative (or college radio) music in the 80's. This song could come out today and blow me away like it did back then. The band is one of a kind and created pure magic.
I saw J&MC a few times in 80s and 90s. Initially very undisciplined, then competent, then very tight. A band that was highly rated but sadly a bit forgotten. Better than all their reviews. Love them. Psychocandy is one of the best debut albums ever.
gotta agree: psychocandy still my all time fav from J&MC, still play it, still can't beat it... bought the album almost immediately - bus straight into town to purchase it - after hearing just a couple of J&MC once on the (ISTR) now legendary John Peel radio show (for those of you to whom that means anything...)
Many years later and this remains fresh when compared to what's out there, whether it be good or bad contemporary music, this is definitely one of their best tracks that made them hit big.
Saw them at Bogarts Cincinnati in 1990...oh how i miss being in my 20's!! Such a great band!! Their music does not get old. My son now listens to them in his 20's.
This song is so energetic , thank you Jesus and the Mary Chain! LYRICS: As soon as I get my head round you I come around catching sparks off you I get an electric charge from you That second hand living it just won't do And the way I feel tonight I could die and I wouldn't mind And there's something going on inside Makes you want to feel makes you want to try Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky I can't stand up I can't cool down I can't get my head off the ground As soon as I get my head round you I come around catching sparks off you And all I ever got from you Was all I ever took from you And the world could die in pain And I wouldn't feel no shame And there's nothing holding me to blame Makes you want to feel makes you want to try Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky I'm taking myself to the dirty part of town Where all my troubles can't be found
With this album and especially this song they really hit a rich vein of music that is ageless.It sounds as good now as the 1st time i listened to it .I love the really heavy bass and drum sound in this song and the cool guitar riff that makes it rock. Im close to 50 years old and i played this song to my 19 year old son who thought it was the shit as he put it.
Dublin, Ireland, October 1989. First leg of the 'Automatic' tour. When the Mary Chain blasted through this song I realised midway through that I had tears in my eyes. Sheer joy! 😊
The GREAT days when 120 minutes w/ Dave Kendall was on MTV. Always played great music and vids like this. This song was even on the 120 minutes-Never mind the mainstream- CD Vol. 2. A great buy.....
@@ellechatterton My cat hates everything except for The Cure. Robert Smith, take a bow. Metallica makes her bounce off the walls. I'm not sure what to make of that.
My second favorite song ever. I can listen to this song 30 straight times without getting bored. And I have. Many times. This is what music is and what music should be.
There’s nothing quite like Head On. Perfectly captures the wonder, curiosiity, and endless energy of all those humans who actually find this world enchanting.
I don't care if I'm way late to the party. This song absolutely rules. Rock over the years echoes throughout, musical madness and wonder woven like a golden web.
My father passed away very recently. We would play this song on the way to preschool, it's one of my most cherished memories. Love this song so much.
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{{{BIG ASS HUG}}} You had such a cool Dad!!! ❤️
So sorry for your loss...
🖤
❤️ Berlin
My co-worker was 26 years old (half my age at the time) and I was playing a JAMC setlist while we were setting up and said he didn't know the band. When this song played he said he hasn't heard this cover of the Pixies before. "Nope. It's the other way around," said I. Next was "Just Like Honey" and he said he knew this song from the movie "Lost In Translation" but didn't know the artist. The next song was "Sometimes Always" and he knew it, too, but didn't know the artist. Again, with "Happy When It Rains". The poor JAMC don't get any recognition. WTF?? Maybe the band's name puts people off?
ignorance always the worse sin! Still do not know why history of music is not a mandatory class in schools... I also discovered JAMC in my mid 20's by chance thanks to a great friend...
The strokes é coco perto do Jesus, é pó nada. Jesus são os originais o resto é cópia
I first heard them in the Pet Sematary 2 movie "I wanna die just like JFK I wanna die on a sunny day!!!"
Maybe it’s that he can’t sing and the drum machine
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🤣😂👍🏼
Rarely do you find a rock and roll tune so understated and so rhythmically and melodically pure.
I would agree. But if Almost Gold counts as rock, I would say it's even a higher grade of perfection. It is just the platonic ideal or a pop song, in my estimation.
When this came out, it was just magical...
Purrfection ❤❤❤
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I bet it was! When tho? I think I was a baby.@@google_is_a_criminal
Automatic is one of the greatest albums of all time.
Is their first album isn't bad at all
Yeah It is.. never got sick of it!
@@StephenMartinez-ve1eyit's ok man
@CharlesTaylor-k8i I've been listening to these guys.
When they first came out, they were in Billboard.Magazine speaking about them. And I remember seeing metallica As well as guns and roses On the west coast before the east coast Is knew anything about them. Like Kraft work And detroit with their technique Music. You know detroit started it..
@@StephenMartinez-ve1ey Psychocandy is the best guitar ever recorded.
I'm one of those that repeats songs I like over and over for a while. This is one of them
❤❤F**k Yeah!!
One of the best bands ever. Period.
Ever
double period lol / IMO the best band ever.Period. rofl
Summer, 1990. Just graduated, in love and no idea where I was going, or how I would get there... life has been a trip.
@@JayHarmon-c1g it was a forest green poor man's Porsche (914) So.Cal desert town. Old people, and industry all around, but two young people who had it all ahead of them. Last I heard, she had 2 kids and was happy, that's cool, cause I found my future too, she gave me 3 babies and a lifetime of memories. Cheers!
Just saw JAMC play this live in Philadelphia at the Franklin Music Hall on September 29, 2024. They played this third in the set. Yeah, it was that kind of night. My wife was dancing so well to this one. They started off a little distracted, but by the end of their show (they started before the Psychedelic Furs), they were in full form. They still got it!
They are brilliant live, glad you both enjoyed. Xxx
Seeing them next week super excited
Love how women are allowed to go a bit crazy, us guys just kinda have to nod our heads to the beat, cos we too cool.
That's a psychological prison you are keeping yourself in my friend @@FCS7
I’m 77. First time hearing. These guys are really good
Never too late to discover new music, bro :)
who cares how old you are dude
Better late than never as the kids say. Possibly now aged adults. Still applies.
Drummer is a machine
😂
Literally
So what?
@@LorenStClair who cares at least machines don't have feelings lol
And it’s damn good!
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I'LL NEVER FIND A WAY TO PLAY THIS AS LOUD AS I REALLY WANT TO........!
Couldn't agree more, Alex.
The Pixies did... ;)
Just play faster
Ha ha - I just jump up and down, shoe gazing of course. Still doing this, seeing them live 20 or more years later!
I know my stereo cranks it to 11. More power.
I met the singer of this band, Jim Reid, backstage at one of their later shows (1998). He was exactly as expected - all quiet and weird.
Mike Benoit I have heard him articulate quite well in interviews.........yur experience is 1 reason I am happy to admire my idols from afar.....rather than see first hand that there are 2 working parts.....the creator.....and the appreciator......shall they never meet........I suppose.....if polite.....they would acquiesce=I don't need no hand me down.....I acknowledge ourmutual places on the earth and am ok w/that
Howard Paul Damned straight. I used to work security at shows and ended up declining opportunities to work backstage/dressing room or the after party. It was always the same. The room has a star in it, and 40 other people who are just thrilled to be basking in the presence of a famous person. It kinda made me cringe to see human beings acting like that.
I saw them in Chicago not long ago. Great show but the "stage presence" of the band was as it always was. At the start of the concert Reid said "hello" to the audience. At the end he said "Goodbye." That was the total extent of the showmanship, not like so many bands who have a repartee all scripted for that night. BUT ABSOLUTELY GREAT MUSIC.
Hey Mike Benoit I'm curious as to what you think you might have in common with him that would make for anything more than silly small talk? Now such small talk might be what he'd enjoy and engage in having a few beers at a bar/pub but backstage which to him is like you being at your job. How is that weird?
I met him backstage in Denver for the Munki tour. Kind and gracious. He complimented me on my strong handshake.
the jesus and mary chain - so fucking awesome
imagine finding you here LOL
"The Frogs on your radio tonight and forever"
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Omg, you are the last one i could imagine finding on here. Good to know you are into post-punk and indie rock
There's another band on the same label called 'The Upsidedown' that a lot like them.
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Calories burned by each member:
Singer- 10
Lead guitarist- 50
Drummer- 2509
it's actually drum machine lol
on the whole album as well as synth bass. that's why I love it!
Epic comment 😂
this video drummer drumming style reminds me of stephen morris
ahahahaaah
This song sounds like it could have come out last week. But it's 30 years old. Still fresh at 30.
It sounds like it came out in the 80's.
I believe this was their only mainstream hit. Jesus and the Mary Chain was largely an underground/college band back in the day. Man I miss being the 18-year old who heard this in 1990.
Jay’s Cards you’re right it became a top 2 rock radio hit
yes, if anyone was making music this good now! which they aint.
EXACTLY..... LOVE YOU.... I said same in a class, once n they said it was old school.... hurt my feelings 💔 😪 😞..... its one of THE BEST SONGS ON THE PLAN.... ETTE
I bought "Never Understand" in 1985 and still play it and "Psychocandy" now I'm coming up to 70. A great band.
I am still in love with them at 50! what a great band!
I'm right there with ya sister happy Sunday 22 Oct. 23 be well! 🕊️
J'm 58 y.o. Italian fan for me exactly the same more than ever expecially this song is absolutely fantastic such a great band nobody and no one can beat the 80's marvellous music!!! No time and no space... simply immortal...
I purchased the.
Ir first album, dark side or something. I think it was called all. The ti know was I read about then in the music magazine. And the album was out in a month and I was hooked reading about them and then ordering their album on cassette.
Hearin you mate
57 and right with you
I’m 70 , saw them at the burlesque theater in Philly, they fed back to the audience
I'm [insert age] and this is the kind of music I like!!! Every single video.
who cares how old you are dude
I cannot conceive that someone is fan of rock n'roll and not like this masterpiece, and Jesus and Mary Chain in general
one of them rear and timeless things. allmost out of this world.
Reminds me of sneaking into my older brothers or both of my brrothes rooms listening to their new cds and records. Good memories. 80s rocked.
Best song with best lyric: ... and the way I feel tonight...
The Jesus & Mary Chain should have been huge. The fact that they weren’t just goes to show that most people don’t know a thing about good music. Cheers to anyone still here listening in 2020. 🍻
We're here!
JMC were and still are huge (legal disclaimer: for the right folks only) .. it's chumpy Covey that ain't lettin' them state their peace just now
to be fair they didn't do themselves any favours, they were on self destruct from the start
2022 here!
2022 and of course i am listening! what else should a 67 year old listen to ?
never sold out. always had their own image and sound.
FACTS. As important to underground R&R as the Velvets were. Legends of East Lothian!!!
What a great band. Scottish rock definitely deserves a good music documentary!
There's a great one about Creation Records. And Alan Mcgee
yes... but they are nobody without us the english
"AC/DC"...
For fucksake …always one
This is the song that automatically plays in my head when riding my motorcycle.
And not The Living End from Psychocandy? :)
@@lulub7306 I see your point but I didn't choose it, it just happens.😉
It works for my scooter too lol
Fantastic tune. Growing up in the 80s and 90s id never actually listened to them. Heard this song randomly on the radio and was instantly sold....like WHO IS THIS?!
Solid. Gets me pumped up to take on the day, great driving song
“And All I ever got from you, is all I ever took from you.” Best line 👌
sounds kinda rapey tho
@@Rep0007 If that’s what you hear 🤷♂️
And I'm taking myself to the dirty part of town where all my troubles can't be found.
One of the best bands ever. These guys rock.
This song was played at Yankee stadium during a rain delay July 2022, never heard it before, I am a fan now! So cool listening in a big stadium.
Shouldn't they have played Happy When it Rains? Glad you found J&MC, great thing about music - it's always waiting for you to discover it.
wow! I watch the games on TV so missed that. maybe we can trade Joey Gallo for TJ&MC
we need more introvert music
+Tranquilino Padilla: Thanks to Coronavirus, all music has become introvert music.
Jason Kreitzer how bashful of you to say that.
I call it INDEPENDENT
Yes we do
My favorite song of all time
God’s gift to music
Heard this song for the first time last month and I can't get it out of my head. Everytime I get off work I blast it on my way home with my windows down.
That snare is N A S T Y! 🥁
I bought the tape back in 1989. Automatic is one of my faves. Give the whole album a try. It's all good...
If I had to guess, I'd say it's a Roland R-8, but I've seen folks suggesting it's an Alesis HR-16 as well.
Have a listen to the Pixies version
Your so awesome!
JMC is great! Such an underrated band.
What a great tune. Timeless.
One of my favourite tracks from JAMC. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
As soon as I get my head round you
I come around catching sparks off you
I get an electric charge from you
That second hand living it just won't do
And the way I feel tonight
I could die and I wouldn't mind
And there's something going on inside
Makes you want to feel makes you want to try
Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky
I can't stand up I can't cool down
I can't get my head off the ground
As soon as I get my head round you
I come around catching sparks off you
And all I ever got from you
Was all I ever took from you
And the world could die in pain
And I wouldn't feel no shame
And there's nothing holding me to blame
Makes you want to feel makes you want to try
Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky
I'm taking myself to the dirty part of town
Where all my troubles can't be found
AMAAAAAZING!!
Cheers!
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Cheers, mate!
Thank you. 3:46
3:46
I started listening to this band in Jr. High. I'm still here. Best band ever.
Simple but still conquers the hearts of millions. Guitar, bass guitar, drum that's it. No need others.
2024 and yes, I'm still listening. I looked this up because I was just recounting to someone how I saw one of their first shows in the states, and it was 25 minutes of feedback squall. Yes, unforgettable. Seen them many times since, including just a couple years ago.
I'm four and my grandma is four hundred. We both love this band.
I remember right where I was standing when I saw this video on MTV. I immediately bought the cassette and proceeded to get numerous speeding tickets. JAMC just makes me put my foot to the floor. Awesome.
Yes it does. This one and REM's Orange Crush. Makes you wanna put the pedal to da metal.
I too bought this cassette after watching half of this video once on MTV!
This made me think of standing in front of the tv when Teen Spirit came on MTV for the first time. I immediately put my work transfer in to Seattle & proceeded to get my grunge on! Was listening to JAMC prior to Nirvana love them. Never got to see JAMC but did see Nirvana. Dems were da days. (Le Sigh).
@@66ElleCamino that's so cool, way to go!
this is a song that won't get used up or out dated. it keeps my head up.
This was our wedding song. I've been waiting for a decent cover other than the pixes. WTF music ppl? This is freaking brilliant. This is everything.
check out David Hasselhoff's version with a guitarist from The Cars :)
Why have you been waiting for a decent cover when you have got this?
I saw them in Chicago during this time, at the Riviera I believe. Either late 89 or early 90.. I can't remember exactly but I do remember that it's still one of my favorite concerts of all-time 👍
Going to see them in chicago tonight!
@@michelleanne6500 they're in Chicago tonight?! Have a great time! Wish I was there
Love this Song 🖤
#lyrics
As soon as I get my head 'round you
I come around catching sparks off you
I get an electric charge from you
That second hand living, it just won't do
And the way I feel tonight
Oh, I could die and I wouldn't mind
And there's something going on inside
Makes you want to feel, makes you want to try
Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky
I can't stand up, I can't cool down
I can't get my head off the ground
As soon as I get my head 'round you
I come around catching sparks off you
And all I ever got from you
Was all I ever took from you
And the world could die in pain
And I wouldn't feel no shame
And there's nothing holding me to blame
Makes you want to feel, makes you want to try
Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky
And I'm taking myself to the dirty part of town
Where all my troubles can't be found
Makes you want to feel, makes you want to try
Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky
And I can't stand up, I can't cool down
I can't get my head up off the ground
Makes you want to feel, makes you want to try
Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky
And I can't stand up, I can't cool down
I can't get my head off the ground
I said head
Ohw, head
Eah, head
Ohw, head
Makes you want to feel, makes you want to try
Makes you want to feel, makes you want to try
Ohw, head
Ohw, head
Ooh, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Ahh yeah, yeah, yeah...
This song still makes me feel things. Just as good, twenty years later.
It was more than 20
@@winendesertrose Maybe for you. I'm referencing the first time I heard it.
Saw them open for Depeche Mode at Meadowlands Arena in the 80s. It was one of the best concerts I've been to.
Becky S. Aye well I saw them on TH-cam Ya bam :-)
can you let us know which songs jesus and mary chain played at that dm show pleas
It had to be. That should be illegal. JMC and Depeche Mode. Lucky you.
It had to be. Can't do much better than that.
So damn jealous
July 2020. This song came on at a pool party, and all us 30-40 year olds sang it at the top of our lungs to try to blow the stars from the sky.
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Brilliant! I love that!! 😃👍
My first live concert, in 89.
There is hope in this world! Love this!
Great band from Scotland seen them in the 90s head on awesome song so is April skies
Great song. Reminds me of when I was in my 20's, different times, different dreams...a good friend introduced me to this great band. Sadly he couldn't cope with the demons that was troubling him. RIP Chris.
So badass. There’s a reason why the Pixies covered this song on Trompe le Monde in 1991. It’s an objectively fantastic song with one of the best, most euphoric hooks ever written:
“And the way I feel tonight,
Oh I could die and I wouldn’t mind
And there’s something going on inside,
Makes you wanna feel, makes you wanna try, makes you wanna blow the stars from the sky…”
Still listening in 2020 👍
And still in 2021. ✊
Brent Johnson right with you
Brent Johnson then, now and forever! ❤️
Never gets old
still listening today
me too
Such a legendary tune. Awesome memories.
Jim Reid is definitely one of my favorite vocalists. So distinct, so perfect for the band's music - which makes sense, considering he and and his brother are the creative forces behind it. Amazing singer, amazing band. 🤘🎉
Totally agree 🎸🐨
Jim and William ARE the band. There was perhaps excessive focus in this video on the drummer, to prove a point, as they were slated for not having one, and utilising a drum machine ever since they sacked off Bobby Gillespie, who of course went off to found Primal Scream. That was about four years and two albums' worth, if memory serves.
It’s a bummer this band didn’t get the recognition in America like they should of. So underrated it’s crazy! These guys paved the way for bands like Pixies, Sonic Youth, Radiohead and The Dandy Warhols.
i saw them play in texas in 1994. good show.... i think it was 94. im old. maybe 92??
America's loss. Bummer nation? 😄
Didn’t they joint headline lollapalooza? Not like they were unknown
Don't forget the Cranberries. If familiar with April Skies. You're likely already there.
Pixies actually covered this song.Though I dont think they had that much influence. TJ&MC didnt really break in the US till around 85 around the time Pixies fwhere starting out. Though they had a completely bonkers reputation as a band for whom violence was part of the act, so maybe?
This video is the junction of goth, grunge, surf, industrial and classic alt
Yep. agree.
You pretty much nailed it, yeah!
I loved when we all knew were weren't quite the same, but were kinda the same and so it was all good.
Nothing to do with goth but ok.
This is GOTH!!!
Damn! This song never gets old! Rocks so freakin hard!
plus five years and still the same
@@Lexluthor2024 it never gets old, I’m pretty young, I was getting into this band around 5 years ago, since then I’ve seen them 3 times live and got most of their albums on vinyl. JAMC is an amazing band!
@@MannyMarr I saw them twice here in Brazil. Where you from. I'm 46 yrs old. Listening JAMC since 18.
@@Lexluthor2024 that’s awesome I’m from Texas in the USA, they stop by quite a bit here, I always take the opportunity to see them when they are here, they are still such a good live band! Got to meet William and Jim last time they came, got them to sign my Some Candy Talking EP
@@MannyMarrYou know Twin Tribes. They are from Texas.
How do you prove you grew up in the best decade with the best music ever?
Pulls out this album on cassette! 😎
"The DJ never has it, JAMC AUTOMATIC"- Jimmy Eat World knew, but since I just found out about them roughly 3 years ago, I wish I had known what Jim was singing about sooner, but I'm just glad it found it's way to me.
And since this song is so timeless, no one will notice that it’s not from the decade I grew up in
I think you have to mention that before streaming became a thing, radio was in charge. Okay, you got exposed to songs you couldn't care less about, yet, you got exposed to songs you grew to love. I couldn't care less about Tool back in 1992, yet, hearing 'Sober' so much on the radio changed my mind. I've been a fan ever since. Streaming is fine, but, for the most part, it negates the listener having to hear anything that they absolutely don't want to. It's worse than the concept of 'preaching to the converted', it's more like 'the converted preaching to themselves'. The best decade with the best decade was the one where the consumer didn't control every aspect of an artist's promotion through their own teeny-tiny cell phone. People act like the internet is all-inclusive, not really. People can shut out anything they want. That isn't always a good thing.
Nobody gonna talk about the art direction? A seriously beautiful music video. In general, JAMC's art direction is the best and most consistent I've seen. Not a bad album sleeve.
Love that William is wearing a Love shirt. Love and The Jesus and Mary Chain: two of the best, most underrated bands of all time.
All time favorite song, right here.
same here!
Same
JL Perry You know, I'm going to agree also. The opening three D rumbeats puts me right back in my Mazda 323 with Automatic in the tape deck. Great memories.
Can't get enough of this song
This was the definition of ultra cool alternative (or college radio) music in the 80's. This song could come out today and blow me away like it did back then. The band is one of a kind and created pure magic.
The best band existing
Young freedom and smashing parties makes me feel great. I'm 55 now and still feel 20 I will never change while I hear this. F@#% yeah🤠👍
I saw J&MC a few times in 80s and 90s. Initially very undisciplined, then competent, then very tight. A band that was highly rated but sadly a bit forgotten. Better than all their reviews. Love them. Psychocandy is one of the best debut albums ever.
gotta agree: psychocandy still my all time fav from J&MC, still play it, still can't beat it... bought the album almost immediately - bus straight into town to purchase it - after hearing just a couple of J&MC once on the (ISTR) now legendary John Peel radio show (for those of you to whom that means anything...)
Love this tune, up beat and classic !!
Many years later and this remains fresh when compared to what's out there, whether it be good or bad contemporary music, this is definitely one of their best tracks that made them hit big.
Saw them at Bogarts Cincinnati in 1990...oh how i miss being in my 20's!! Such a great band!! Their music does not get old. My son now listens to them in his 20's.
Another band from the ''80s that I just discovered. It was really a wonderful decade, at least musically speaking!
This song is so energetic , thank you Jesus and the Mary Chain!
LYRICS:
As soon as I get my head round you
I come around catching sparks off you
I get an electric charge from you
That second hand living it just won't do
And the way I feel tonight
I could die and I wouldn't mind
And there's something going on inside
Makes you want to feel makes you want to try
Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky
I can't stand up I can't cool down
I can't get my head off the ground
As soon as I get my head round you
I come around catching sparks off you
And all I ever got from you
Was all I ever took from you
And the world could die in pain
And I wouldn't feel no shame
And there's nothing holding me to blame
Makes you want to feel makes you want to try
Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky
I'm taking myself to the dirty part of town
Where all my troubles can't be found
❤
With this album and especially this song they really hit a rich vein of music that is ageless.It sounds as good now as the 1st time i listened to it .I love the really heavy bass and drum sound in this song and the cool guitar riff that makes it rock. Im close to 50 years old and i played this song to my 19 year old son who thought it was the shit as he put it.
Closing in on 59😮 and I hear thatvrich guitar 🎸 sound and max out my car stereo singing just as loud ❤😊
I am 64 , your comment is ABSOLUTELY SPOT-ON!
Dublin, Ireland, October 1989. First leg of the 'Automatic' tour. When the Mary Chain blasted through this song I realised midway through that I had tears in my eyes. Sheer joy! 😊
SUPERBE, GROUPE INCONTOURNABLE, TOUJOURS AU TOP !!!!!
The perfect rock song...perfection personified
I feel sorry for everyone that havent heard this. One of my favs
It's that riff
Thank You!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And thats not Led Zep
They were a pretty good band. Good enough to have the pixies cover this song
Sheer class....
Cheers, mate!
The GREAT days when 120 minutes w/ Dave Kendall was on MTV. Always played great music and vids like this. This song was even on the 120 minutes-Never mind the mainstream- CD Vol. 2. A great buy.....
fuck dave kenadall, kevin seal was the man!
Bravo to that quote...was the real deal then.
The goths at high school were crazy about these skies. Especially for the "April Skies" album
Saw these guys in the early nineties; an exceptional show: and one of the loudest ones I had ever been to!
One of the best bands ever.
Well, ive just played 6 hours of darkwave , 80's metal, punk and goth. I played mary chain and my cat finally got up and listened.
Hahaha! Go, kitty!
@@ellechatterton My cat hates everything except for The Cure. Robert Smith, take a bow. Metallica makes her bounce off the walls. I'm not sure what to make of that.
@@andrewgrech2142 LOL. Special kitty has good taste.
Laughed,good taste cat.
your cat has good taste in music.
Love this band and still as good as I remember
WHOA...This song.....this group....escaped me.....Jesus been awaken!😮.
Check out this whole album: Automatic
Lived for several years on this cassette. The spool finally broke. Best guitar sound you'll ever find.
That's what I said last night.
One of the best bands in the Universe!!!!! Love them!!!
My second favorite song ever. I can listen to this song 30 straight times without getting bored. And I have. Many times. This is what music is and what music should be.
This song will never go away, at least in my lifetime it won't & that's just fine with me
Amen!
Oh my welcome to 2023 ❤
There’s nothing quite like Head On. Perfectly captures the wonder, curiosiity, and endless energy of all those humans who actually find this world enchanting.
I could be dying but as long as this song is playing, I'd be happy. I guess I understand how he feels when he wrote those lyrics. Amazing
I was 14 when this came out and remember playing the cassette hundreds of times.
Definitely. One of the best songs ever!
This song is brilliantly simple.
Will and his t-shirt from another great band, LOVE.
Excellent.
Jesus and Mary give this song two thumbs up.
and so does Joseph.
I don't care if I'm way late to the party. This song absolutely rules. Rock over the years echoes throughout, musical madness and wonder woven like a golden web.
WELCOME ! YOU made it ! THAT'S ALL THAT MATTERS
OVERSHADOWED BY THE CURE JUST LIKE PRINCE GOT SHADOWED BY MJ....such is life! It don't matter....we love the JAMC!
Most under rated
...August in Perth Western Australia...cannot friggin' wait!! 😎🤘
I am grateful that my brother introduced me to this band and this song in particular!