Another excellent interview. Outside of "The System" releases, for those still discovering their work, I strongly advise you check these out: Attitude LP - inc I Wanna Get To Know You Better/Love Me Tonight, Howard Johnson LP - inc Let's Take Time Out/Much Too Much (plus the Sass version)/Let This Dream Be Real, Scritti Politi LPs 1984/1985, Mtume LPs - Juicy Fruit and You Me & He, and a couple of 12" obscurities few collectors are aware of, both top notch 1984 electro, Dr Otto & His Patients - The Beef, Kamikaze - Tokyo Rose. Big thanks to Scott once again.
I want to give The System their flowers now. Don't Disturb this Groove is my favorite song of all times. That melody is timeless and it led to so many great samples such as 2pac Lost Souls, Ucb Sexy Lady, Jim Jones My Life, Money Mafia We Doin Something, and Chille Powdah Pleasure just to name a few. Thank you for your contributions.
@@carlburton3152 I'm 40 but I remember stuff going back to 1985 (as evidence by pictures with the date I've found) and remember 86 when I was 2 very well. I was always considered to be very concious, intellegent, and attentive for my age back then. The 80's were my favorite time hands down. The TV shows (Alf, The A-Team, etc), Cartoons, Music, A lot of my family having Jheri Curls LOL (Can still smell the activator!). Besides, Don't Disturb This groove played like crazy well into the 90's so we would have heard it in either decade played a lot. That song is one of many from that era and before it that was on heavy rotation. if you were in a car or listening to any radio that's one of the ones you could count on hearing being played at least once. EDIT: Also remember Soul Train was LAW. We heard everything hot weekly and watched artists perform right from the living room TV as small kids on up.
It was no accident that these 2 musicians got together, it was DIVINE intervention. The music they created is from another place and no one has produced the masterpieces that came from THE SYSTEM......FACTS
To me Xperiment is a classic from beginning to end still play that album. Man I can’t imagine David’s collection of Synths a producer heaven like someone like myself
Saw them in the '80's on their Don't Disturb This Groove time, and they were opening for Timex Social Club (I actually went to see The System). They were rock solid.
Love these guys. I was at a session with Andre Betts and Mic was there and I was in the booth recording and he left before I could meet him. Love Dave!! He layed the groundwork for synth during that time and even after. Unfortunately the copiers that followed and these guys sequencing today just don't have the musical chops to f**k with him
I play the X-Periment album everyday, who cares if it didn’t get mainstream critical acclaim- it gets nonstop critical acclaim in my stereo system! Such a great well put together musical project with amazing vocals x lyrics!
Great interview Guys your both Legends! God how I miss the 20th Century! Dave Frank, He sort of invented the idea 30 second note synthesizer w/ bass parts & drum parts, He's really the 1st Guy to use the sequencer & drum machine & take it to the nxt level, that we all would Marvel 40 yrs ago!
Amazing interview. Love these guys. I love that this interview cropped up more music for me to check out. Not only their songs but also work they've done with other artists.
meeting The System in Brooklyn, NY back in September 2012: my best night ever! And I'm reaching 34 very soon! I still have the photos I've taken of them and their autographs as well.
I’ve been digging on David & Mic since the 80s and have never caught them in a live performance in all these years....you are so very young to even know who they are and you got pics and autographs...consider that a blessing 💯💯
@@valendanewell5901 Thank you so much! My mom used to listen to them back in the '80s when she was in her 20s. In 2012, I was in shock that they were coming to Brooklyn and other DIY bands were opening for them. I went to the event by myself. Here it is: thesystemesp.wordpress.com/2012/09/ Also, in the 2012 performance, my name is mentioned at 46:06 - th-cam.com/video/yBvgKO2_M00/w-d-xo.html
Exemplary to staying 'original' and true to musicianship... yet still are the Electro Soul Pioneers (ESP)! While their contributions and accolades are immense, they've been unreasonably marginalized (my loyal fan opinion).
OH, THE SYSTEM...." THIS IS FOR YOU" it's the most I can do....don't stop the music, cause it may bring me down "THE PLEASURE SEEKERS, we Iive to scream & shout... YOU ARE IN MY SYSTEM" you got me burnin, I just want you to know that, oh oh
Men keep loving your Wife and family and friends and The Spirit too 💕. God bless you 🙏. Amen.
Another excellent interview. Outside of "The System" releases, for those still discovering their work, I strongly advise you check these out: Attitude LP - inc I Wanna Get To Know You Better/Love Me Tonight, Howard Johnson LP - inc Let's Take Time Out/Much Too Much (plus the Sass version)/Let This Dream Be Real, Scritti Politi LPs 1984/1985, Mtume LPs - Juicy Fruit and You Me & He, and a couple of 12" obscurities few collectors are aware of, both top notch 1984 electro, Dr Otto & His Patients - The Beef, Kamikaze - Tokyo Rose. Big thanks to Scott once again.
The Sky is called the limit in landing and I am saving money too... Thanks.
My Earthy Father's Day ❤️! Amen 🙌.
I love this incredible Duo… Mic Murphy ,David Frank.. I love this Two music Treasures.
I want to give The System their flowers now. Don't Disturb this Groove is my favorite song of all times. That melody is timeless and it led to so many great samples such as 2pac Lost Souls, Ucb Sexy Lady, Jim Jones My Life, Money Mafia We Doin Something, and Chille Powdah Pleasure just to name a few. Thank you for your contributions.
My favorite song by them is " just wanna make you feel good. Followed by don't disturb this groove"
Yes, yes! Me too.
Dont disturb this groove is and was a mega hit...I still listen to it..and I am 35...that ought to tell you how old I was back in the 80s.
Such beautiful people as a Certified Professional Electronic engineer in 🎵🎶 too. Keep it up and not down too 😜. Peace ✌️🕊️.
Mustard.
Same, I vividly remember that playing like crazy on the radio in the 80s in the same age as you.
Respect both of your opion but perhaps it me but if your 35 wouldn't you have been two years old . Are do you mean hearing the song over the years .
@@carlburton3152 I'm 40 but I remember stuff going back to 1985 (as evidence by pictures with the date I've found) and remember 86 when I was 2 very well. I was always considered to be very concious, intellegent, and attentive for my age back then. The 80's were my favorite time hands down. The TV shows (Alf, The A-Team, etc), Cartoons, Music, A lot of my family having Jheri Curls LOL (Can still smell the activator!). Besides, Don't Disturb This groove played like crazy well into the 90's so we would have heard it in either decade played a lot. That song is one of many from that era and before it that was on heavy rotation. if you were in a car or listening to any radio that's one of the ones you could count on hearing being played at least once. EDIT: Also remember Soul Train was LAW. We heard everything hot weekly and watched artists perform right from the living room TV as small kids on up.
Don't Disturb This Groove is permanent fixture in my Life Soundtrack. Still can remember those days
Chaka Kahn - Feel For You, one of the greatest Minimoog bass lines ever put to tape.
Thank you for Sharing Funknstuff Part 1 and 2 SUNDAY July 9 2023 6:06pm EST USA The Master Weaver The Creator Has A Master Plan
My babies from the hood and I can dig it, too ❤...
Absolutely LOVE these cats!!!!
One of my all-time favorite groups. Thanks Dave and Mic. Very inspiring story. Your music lives forever.
David Frank on Minimoog. way cool.
The System - One of my all-time favourite production duos :)
Extremely underrated group!
You 2 guys were and still are great. My 2 favorites Passion and you're in my system maybe because I'm a drummer of funk.
Great interview...... ! The System was the bomb !!
It was no accident that these 2 musicians got together, it was DIVINE intervention. The music they created is from another place and no one has produced the masterpieces that came from THE SYSTEM......FACTS
Yes, yes!!!
True True
To me Xperiment is a classic from beginning to end still play that album. Man I can’t imagine David’s collection of Synths a producer heaven like someone like myself
Saw them in the '80's on their Don't Disturb This Groove time, and they were opening for Timex Social Club (I actually went to see The System). They were rock solid.
opening for Timex Social Club --wow? surely it should have been the other way around...
@@pleasureseekers80s Right? At that time TSC was huuuuge.
My Boo❤...
Pleasure Seekers is one amazing tune.Always makes me feel good!
Love these guys. I was at a session with Andre Betts and Mic was there and I was in the booth recording and he left before I could meet him. Love Dave!! He layed the groundwork for synth during that time and even after. Unfortunately the copiers that followed and these guys sequencing today just don't have the musical chops to f**k with him
I play the X-Periment album everyday, who cares if it didn’t get mainstream critical acclaim- it gets nonstop critical acclaim in my stereo system! Such a great well put together musical project with amazing vocals x lyrics!
Musical genius and comical, love these 2 here Midnight train, Hole in my love, Tell me, are gems too.
Great interview Guys your both Legends! God how I miss the 20th Century! Dave Frank, He sort of invented the idea 30 second note synthesizer w/ bass parts & drum parts, He's really the 1st Guy to use the sequencer & drum machine & take it to the nxt level, that we all would Marvel 40 yrs ago!
8:02 lollipops and everything is very underrated I think that needed music video
I first saw these guys on my favorite movie Beat Street!
I love these guys so much. Such great stories. And it's cracking me up to hear them try to remember stuff....
17:12 For those who want to know about "Don't Disturb This Groove."
David. Such a teaser. Play the whole track, puh-leeez. Ha. Can't wait for the new material. the system 4ever
Great duo
" Rock n Roll Me Again" is an underated track. classic song. this was a great interview to listen to.
Appreciate this interview 😮
My Baby ❤...
Even more in love with The System. I had to take a break between part 1 and 2 to listen to their music.
Coming To America came out in '88
Amazing interview. Love these guys. I love that this interview cropped up more music for me to check out. Not only their songs but also work they've done with other artists.
meeting The System in Brooklyn, NY back in September 2012: my best night ever! And I'm reaching 34 very soon! I still have the photos I've taken of them and their autographs as well.
I’ve been digging on David & Mic since the 80s and have never caught them in a live performance in all these years....you are so very young to even know who they are and you got pics and autographs...consider that a blessing 💯💯
@@valendanewell5901 Thank you so much! My mom used to listen to them back in the '80s when she was in her 20s. In 2012, I was in shock that they were coming to Brooklyn and other DIY bands were opening for them. I went to the event by myself.
Here it is: thesystemesp.wordpress.com/2012/09/
Also, in the 2012 performance, my name is mentioned at 46:06 - th-cam.com/video/yBvgKO2_M00/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for sharing..Now that’s a memorable experience and ur name was mentioned also....GREAT MEMORIES are forever..👍🏾
@@valendanewell5901 You're very welcome. Memories are truly forever!
Stay SAFE and HEALTHY and keep it on the POSITIVE!!😊❤️💯
Les we may forget, or not know, Meshell Ndegeocello's version and cover of " Don't Disturb This Groove," From the "Ventriloquism" album, is great too.
Legends 😊
Exemplary to staying 'original' and true to musicianship... yet still are the Electro Soul Pioneers (ESP)! While their contributions and accolades are immense, they've been unreasonably marginalized (my loyal fan opinion).
Rock n roll hall of Fame asap
OH, THE SYSTEM...." THIS IS FOR YOU" it's the most I can do....don't stop the music, cause it may bring me down "THE PLEASURE SEEKERS, we Iive to scream & shout... YOU ARE IN MY SYSTEM" you got me burnin, I just want you to know that, oh oh
Great interview
Thank you for this!!!!!!!!
Find it in your eyes ( The System)
ESP should get a vinyl release
The Dam boy...,
Mic is right, x periment album is sick, so ground breaking as a producer it has influenced me so much. Am like a systems groupie lol.
Chaka Khan's "This Is My Night"... not the remix, is dope.
I wish Dave and Mic would do a cut for Bruno Mars
That's simple enough
My Baby Boo 💕💋🍓🍑😋...
They must have made a lot of money back then working for othe actsr 😅