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The one market that truly embraced Van der Graaf was Italy. Pawn Hearts spent 17 weeks at #1 there, and the band were mobbed at the airport like the Beatles. Their shows on the 72 tour were so packed that riots would break out, to the point that the Italian cops finally arranged to have the band's gear stolen so they'd leave. Ultimately, that was why the band broke up from 72-75. David Jackson has been based there for the last few decades (now that it's calmer), often appearing with the band Osanna. The rest of the world seems bemused by them, save the hardcore prog maniacs like me and a lot of folks here. I guess they never made it easy...
This song is probably the biggest reason why Peter Hammill is my favorite singer, the emotional devotion and deep lyrics make him truly special
awesome reaction. This track is like many VDGG songs, an emotional roller coaster. You hit the nail on the head when you mentioned the difference between VDGG and other prog bands, Peter Hammill really took a deep dive into the human soul whereas other prog bands were more fantasy inspired. There's nothing wrong with being fantasy inspired (Nursery Cryme ect), but it makes it a lot more passionate when the lyrics deal with the human condition, especially when you're vocals are as intense as Hammill. Lost is my favourite track on the album, but Killer and House with no door are close. The next track pioneers over c, might take a while to get into, its really spacey and all over the place, but with time I've come to love it
Ty Floydios; I find the way he writes perfectly captures what a lot of people feel, which is quite incredible; that level of emotional connection
Peter Hammill is the most interesting vocalist i know! Never a dull moment!
So true!
I was impressed by my first listen to this. Amazingly innovative throughout - a medley of unexpected turns and changes, even at the ending.
A very good song from the album still life and the song called Pilgrims
Favourite VDGG song Off album and Of all Time This is about love and loosing love and so your lost. The Last song is a science fiction about being lost in space - Pioneers Over C
Another great reaction Justin. I love Van der graaf generator’s music because it’s just so weird, they should have their own music catagory called “Uneasy Listening” :) If a Kylie/Bieber/Swift fan listened to more than five minutes from one of their albums I fear that their head would explode! :) Cheers - Andy.
Let’s do it!
Uneasy listening. That's definitely a quotable!
But Lady Gaga loves VdGG
(The Dance in Sand and Sea)
So here we are, or rather, here am I, quite alone;
I'm seeing things that were shared before, long ago;
my memory stretches and I am dazed.
You know I know
how good the time was and how I laughed.
Times have changed, now you're far away, I can't complain -
I had all my chances but they slipped right through my hands
like so much sand;
I know I'll never dance like I used to.
I'll just wait till day breaks upon the land and the sea,
hoping that I can catch all of the memories;
then I must crawl off upon my way,
all of me listening hard for the final words.
But there are none, the sunrise calls, I've lingered on
too close for comfort and I don't know quite why
I feel like crying -
I know we'll never dance like we used to.
I look up, I'm almost blinded
by the warmth of what's inside me
and the taste that's in my soul,
but I'm dead inside as I stand alone.
(The Dance in Frost)
I wore my moods like different sets of clothes
but the right one was never around
and as you left I heard my body ring
and my mind began to howl.
It was far to late to contemplate the meaning of it all;
You know that I need you, but somehow
I don't think you see my love at all.
At some point I lost you, I don't know quite how that was.
The wonderland lay in a coat of white, chilling frost;
I looked around and I found I was truly lost...
without your hand in mine I am dead.
Reality is unreal and games I've tried just aren't the same:
without your smile there's nowhere to hide
and deep inside
I know I've never cried as I'm about to ...
If I could just frame the words
that would make your fire burn
all this water now around me could be the love
that should surround me.
Looking out through the tears that blind me
my heart bleeds that you may find me
or at least that I can
forget and be numb,
but I can't stop, the words still come:
I love you.
I hope you copy and pasted. Thx.
@@-davidolivares :)....Oh I wish...I had to type every word....It took me like a week...I suffer for the art! ...Nahhh.....Of course I did...For All of Hammill's lyrics go to his personal web site; sofasound.com/index.htm
@@HippoYnYGlaw :)...It's the least I could do...I love VDGG so much, I'd write it with chalk on a stucco wall...:)
I had the fortunate experience of seeing VDGG live at about the time this album was released. Phenomenal band - highlight was Hugh Jackson playing tenor and soprano saxes at the same time.
David Jackson plays the saxes. Hugh Banton plays the organs and piano.
A deep emotional journey is a perfect description of Peter Hammill's and VdGG's lyrics and music. PH has quite a solo catalog himself. Keep up the good work Justin!
One of my VDGG favourites, magnificent.
The saxophone in this song is completely staggering... what a masterpiece!
VDGG is one of the few prog bands that I somehow didn't follow during their prime (1970's). Thanks for listening to them.
Definitely!
There was never the slightest doubt you would love this. As always, your immediate, very educated reaction to complex music is illuminating and also great fun. (Be warned, unlike the light-hearted romp that is the album so far, Pioneers Over c is about... 'Alienation').
Alienation...I like the sound of that!
Impressive. Note to self : listen to more VDGG - I overlooked them back in the day - lucky me as this will all be fresh
You could’ve told me this was a David Bowie deep track ( backed up members of King Crimson ) and I would’ve believed it
Listened to this three times before commenting.
Big thumbs up on this one - nice to come to a channel like yours where I don’t know every song
Ty Jerry; I like to have a good mix of stuff🙃
Bowie backed by KC--that's a good description!
Everything on _H to He: who am the only one._ Also everything on _Pawn hearts._ If you like that, try Peter Hamill's solo LPs, _Chameleon in the shadow of night_ and _The silent corner and the empty stage._ I envy you the opportunity to hear these for the first time.
@@BenjWarrant He is doing a great job to help the young people to a very artistic and complex music
I agree, Hammill at times sounds like Bowie and that's a good thing!
Again a great analyse. This gives me another view of a song I heard so many times. Peter is, IMHO, the best lyrics writer from the whole prog scene. I have his two books of lyrics and Sci-Fi, short novels: he is a real writer and poet.
If you like this song as much as I do, The Undercover Man from the Godbluff album could be next. Just as emotional, just as haunting and with an even better vocal performance from Peter.
Also I like a song from the album still life is called Pilgrims
My favorite song on the album. When I was a young college student I identified with the lyrics. I caution anyone who is feeling depressed not to immerse themselves deeply in VdGG and Peter Hammill.
Hammill's album, "Over", is even more raw and emotional. A masterpiece, but again an intense listening experience.
I have followed VDGG and Peter Hammill for the past 50 years. This is my absolute favourite song by them......the absolute despair in a love lost that cannot be regained, and the plaintive repeated cry of 'I love you' at the end'......this is an absolute masterpiece!!!
i was riding on my bike and fantasizing about self-suicidance of flying geese- seeing the lyrics of Lost in my blueprinted BRain in and above and after Me----------------LOST is unbearable melodic i love you \GReat song/experience
Cant wait for you to listen to their best album (pawn hearts)
My family throws dirty looks when I play this put it’s such a fun and soothing emotional journey, and I love where this song takes you and the singer does an amazing job of guiding you along the way. This prog epic definitely made me eager to experience more Graaf.
One of my favorite VDGG tracks! Heavy, crazy, sad... emotional as always. The whole concept of this is album "loneliness". Every song is a story or a metaphor about being lonely.
Anyway, great reaction. Waiting anxiously for Childlike Faith in Childhoods End!
We've been waiting a long time - haven't we Ramon? I don't think Childlike Faith has EVER been reacted to. Pity. To see someone's reaction to those lyrics will be priceless. But on the first listen will it be understood? Will the GREATNESS come across?
This is probably my favorite so far. Yes, it hits home, but we all want what we can’t have. I was baited to view a clear cased mouse trap video before watching/listening today’s reaction. I’d be interesting to know what video was watched before the day’s Justin fix.
Anyway, afterwards, it seems these two videos go together very well for me.
In the search for love, for the best possible love often leads to loss of the love that was “the” one. Tempted by the greener grass only to be caught in the foolish trap of loneliness.
Oh yeah, great song. I was Sarah Coopering at the end ... I love yoooo.
Now I know what it feels like after a great therapy session. Thank you VDGG... I feel lighter.
Take care everyone, those we’ve lost should not be trivialized,
Mask up, we need you all,
Peace, Loneliness and Music
Paul-Martin Scheib
It’s not my trap...
but none of the mice were hurt that I saw. Regular traps would not have been so kind.
Paul-Martin Scheib
It should def not have funny music, actually I did not click on it to view it, only previewed it in the queue. I did not know about the funny music. Sorry bout that.
Paul-Martin Scheib
I deleted it. :)
To me, this song is the lament of a tormented and wounded soul. Like I've heard as an usual saying, and I think it is very suitable here, Peter Hammill reveals here his soul to us completely, sincerely, without any hesitation or caution measures. That is why this song is wonderful and painful to listen, at the same time. The listener who only wants to be entertained by music, or even moved by a sad song (by an usual one, let's say, even very good), would not like this emotional torrent of feelings upon him/her, at such a high intensity, and would not like the song. He or she would be embarassed and would refuse such a deep emotional involving. You must accept to take over some of the pain expressed by the song, to like it, I think. It's difficult.
In the 70's, I remember there were some listeners who mocked Peter by saying : "This guy records a new album every time a girl leaves him". Even this was somehow real, of course, they were cynical and heartless.
I love watching you discover the music I have loved for so many years.
Ty!
Thanks so much for the reaction!...Great song from an even greater album...:)...VDGG hitting on all cylinders....The great thing about Hammill is you can steal some of his lines to say to a woman you're wooing, or involved with already, and she'll never hear it again...La Rossa is the best for that but; I've used "If ...I ...Could...Just ....frame the words ..." It's such a cool line!...:)...
Haha, anytime Rob!
This is my first time listening to VDGG and I'll have to listen to it again to really form an opinion. I love the music with an almost Frank Zappa-like feeling in places. I'm not too sure about the singing. I'm just not sure that I like his voice, but I'll listen again and see if he grows on me.
I hear you...he kinda has a Bowie quality, but I also get tones later heard in the British new wave and punk singers.
His voice is very special and can seem agressiv (which it can be). But he has one of the most powerful and also emotional way of singing. He is the one I listen too when I'm a bit depressed. Then I have the feeling, someone shares my thoughts and mood. Hammill is my therapy since 40 years. And I thank him for that.
I think we often tend to forget to remember, that it's not always about trying to sound "good" when you wanna rock 'n' roll. 😉
@@Cr8Tron Cr8Tron Baby!
I'm glad you found it intriguing enough to spin it again!
Masterpiece! ! 👏👏
I've always enjoyed getting lost, which really annoys my wife, but back in the day this wasn't anything like as much as now. Since I've had GPS I just guess and walk randomly in what I hope is the right direction then get my phone out when I realise I've gone way too far in the wrong direction. But you're right Justin, I've many times found places I didn't know existed and would never have found if I wasn't lost.
But with all that said, thanks for another VDGG reaction. How about "La Rossa" as your next one from them followed by the "La Rossa" sequel "Lost and Found" on Peter's "Over" solo album?
Great VDGG track with killer (no pun) vocals and really cool sax work. So sad Jaxon left shortly after their 2005 reunion.
I love VDGG early jazz fusion inspired prog. I'd like to hear your reaction to Arrow, it's Peter at his most intense. It's an experience. I guess you have Pawn Hearts before Godbluff though.
VDGG are known as the Dark side of Prog, This whole album has a surrounding theme of "Loneliness". This song is one of their Very best, Im just waiting for Pawn Hearts 3 songs all over 10 minutes, except their Hit song Theme One which was On The US and Canadian Versions of the album.
While that may be true that it's known as that ( dark side of prog) . It's really just all about a view of existence above existence. Hammill is the most profound introspective writer in the history of prog. To me; as a VDGG head, since the 70's, their music and lyrics are sublime tapestry of all that makes us human. It takes so many hours to really get inside Hammill's head...But; it's sure not topically stated in his songs; it's their accumulated synergy.
@@godbluffvdgg Well said!
@@godbluffvdgg spot on and also I like the Still life album and the song called Pilgrims very nice song
@@godbluffvdgg you are a very good listener
@@parisstromatias637 Yeah, Still Life is one of my favorites too/ The title track is so profound... I love Pilgrims as well, such a beautiful and insightful song...
Nic Potter on bass, everybody.
Loss is one of the common themes in Peter's lyrics, and sometimes it's there without being obvious; the line "West is Mike and Susie" in "Refugees" is a reference to two old friends of his he lost touch with.
His solo album Over is all about loss, mainly his girlfriend (Alice?), but also he was writing this album at about the same time VDGG had one of their breakups and also after their equipment was stolen on their tour of Italy. The financial problems caused by this led to the VDGG song "The Liquidator".
When he's not singing about loss some other common themes are happy relationships ("Sunshine" and "Vision" on Fool's mate), historical stories ("Emperor", "White Hammer", "The Lie"), and science based songs ("Pioneers over C", "Red Shift", "Interference Patterns") and many more especially if you include all the psychology themed songs; he studied Liberal Studies in Science at Manchester University.
I was also going to include religion as a common theme, but then while writing this it struck me that these songs ("White Hammer" and "The Lie" again plus many more) could also be about loss. Specifically the beliefs he used to have back in the days when he was a Catholic choir boy.
I haven't checked all of the above for accuracy, just wrote this from memory, so don't blame me if I've got something wrong.
If that's from memory, it sounds good to me!
Nice one, JP. VDGG has such a sound of their own, such a way of playing all their own, although I have mixed feelings when it comes to their meandering and disjointed transitions. But, after all, I think the band just has to go the way of Peter's intense emotions and brooding thoughts, anxious and wandering as they are. Those are some heavy lyrics there--I hadn't looked at them before.
Speaking of meandering, I also love to wander when I visit a new place--of course also within limitations so I don't get lost. I'm much more adventurous about it if I'm in the woods than if I'm in a city. I haven't had the chance to big cities often so I would easily get lost lol.
I'm guessing you're doing Pioneers Over C next then! That, to me, is the one /really/ standout track on H to He.
Fabulous band. The genuine article as far as ‘Progressive Music’ is concerned. Too extreme for mass commercial success. They ain’t Supertramp! 🤣 BUT...amidst the sturm und drang they could play the most beautiful music you ever heard. Please do Refugees next 👍
As usual excellent analysis. I am curious what is your musical background?
A little drumming. I've just listened to a ton of music growing up
I also like getting lost, it's not just that you come across new things but it's also how much more you take in. Normally in life we spend a lot of time on automatic but when you're lost you notice EVERYTHING. Anyway, the song. I liked it more and more as it went on, thought the singer sounded a lot like Bowie.
I've read in several places that David Bowie really admired Peter Hammill and his vocal ability.
Very true direnova
Peter's vocals are in incredible.
The best track on the album
Thanks for the review.
No need to thank me; I'm happy to listen 😁
This music when a was a teenager really made a impact on me, really emotional song.
Great stuff from VDGG & you. Pawn Hearts is a killer from VDGG & will be for you 👍. Can't wait! Over (1977) by Peter Hammill is also a great album, dealing (also) with an end of a relationship. It was my bible of self pity back in the late 70s 😭
Bible of self pity! Brilliant! It was mine too. I used to feel as if Peter Hammill was writing about me personally. Lots of people thought that, because he is a superb lyricist.
I like it lots, H To He, Who Am The Only One is a very strong album. Good reaction Justin!
VDGG was a band that redefined the way songs were supposed to be. The band easily could have compromised their craft and marketed themselves to a larger audience.... They didn't, and now they'll be remembered as one of the greatest 70s bands ...
Good breakdown JP...great song choice. Go for Hawkwind - Space is Deep
Ty Zal!
The vocals sounds a bit like early, early Bowie. And some of the musical passages remind me a bit of Gentle Giant. And yes I know VDGG probably predated both mentioned.
Gog? You know VdGG already - don't you? If your handle is just a coincidence this link is for you!
th-cam.com/video/nybOQPzDbeU/w-d-xo.html - and here are the lyrics -
sofasound.com/phcds/iclyrics.htm#7
@@vdggmouse9512 I know of VDGG but actually never listened to them. I'll check out your links. Thanks.
One of the best love songs ever written
Thank you for this. Check out VDGG Refugees. It will break your heart.
Like to recommend
"Living in another world" by Talk Talk
Sadly the lead singer passed away recently so this is a tribute to what he brought to my life
Many thanks
Peter Hammill played the piano and electric piano as well as guitar in most VDGG tracks
Fantastic vocalist!
You hit on one incredible band and one incredible singer... and that just doesn’t capture their brilliancy. Do try the album pawn hearts and the album godbluff!
Will do! :)
Something that I forgot to mention regarding the Roxy Music track, 'Ladytron'. I would suggest listening to the original album version since the sound effects and production are really important.
Regards,
Cambrian
I'm convinced one day Peter Hamill will pull the wrong piece of paper out of his pocket and end up putting his shopping list to music..
And itll still sound great😄
Bellissima lost
Nice piccolo 's shirt!!!!!.... keep enjoying prog.... starship tropper next????...
Ty! Should be on the way!
Stemming from yesterday's comments....is there a weak link anywhere on this album? Nope Nuff said
I was "Lost" till I fired up the Generator and got some Electric Light!
Did the electric light orchestrate your maneuvers in the dark?
I'm in " The Quiet Zone" please "Do Not Disturb".
Nice to hear things that are not pop, top 40ish. Thanks. I prefer a bit more snarl in my music most of the time. Wishbone Ash, "blind eye", "Lady Whiskey".... for a jazzy piece, "Handy".
Thank you Justin to try to pass those musics to younger folks
Happy to!
I’m awaiting his reaction to Man-Erg. Man that’ll be a good one!
We'll get to it😃
Du hast diesen tollen Song gut auseinandergenommen
Back when overseas travel was possible, I'd venture forth in new cities, with the location of my hotel in pocket - just so no matter how lost I got, there would always be a way back (via taxi, bus, metro).
Best way to explore
@@JustJP I would have just come back from Europe - probably France - if the pandemic hadn't hit. I hope to get lost again in the future...
I know you already reacted to Scorched Earth. Now you're almost finished with this album. How did you decide on reacting to 'H to He'? Most would guess that you'd start off at their most famous albums (to the critics). You didn't start off at Pawn Hearts, Godbluff, or Still Life. Just wondering. Also - this album is always pronounced wrongly. Most say the title as --- the letter 'H' (which is correct) to He. But they say the word 'He' as in the opposite of the word 'she.' That would be incorrect. Also say the H and e letters individually - 'H' and then 'e' - So the album is called 'H to He' as in the periodic table (chemistry) of the elements Hydrogen to Helium. The album cover is referencing the chemical process that is referred to as 'Helium fusion.' Thanks for getting back to VdGG - but this is really where VdGG's career takes off and goes where no other prog band can. Why? Because Peter Hammill's lyrics keep getting better and better. If you ever get to 'Childlike Faith' which is still three albums away you'll experience a lyricist maybe not equalled with incredible music to match.
Ty mouse! Iirc, I originally did House with no Door at a request; just decided to pick up where I left off as I enjoyed the sound. And yes, Peter is astonishing in his lyrics and singing.
As for the next album, I'd like to visit God bluff since I REALLY like the sound of SE, but Pawn has Plague which I've heard great things of...
@@JustJP I appreciate whatever order - if you do go to Godbluff you will be doing 1975 material. Then when you do Pawn Hearts you'll be doing 1971 material. H to He is where you are now with only one song to go and that is 1970 material. Just sayin'.
I forgot to ask you - does your wife say I like this - I like that? What does she think about VdGG?
@@vdggmouse9512 gotcha, ty. She hasn't heard any VdGG; I dont think she'd be a fan lol and isnt generally into rock anyway
Everything about VDGG is somehow tortured, I have had several of their albums and enjoyed parts of them, very small parts. I tried very hard to really like them as I did with Yes, I really did, but it never quite gelled. I live in hope though, maybe one day when I am on another plain of existence :-) ? until then I steer clear, as far as possible . There is no doubt they are talented musicians, end of.
Tortured is a large part of the fun.
Hello Justin, greetings from England !
How would you like to begin a new musical journey ?
I'd like to suggest that you review some tracks by the band Roxy Music and their principal, prolific songwriter, Bryan Ferry.
It is hard to categorise their music but if pressed, maybe 'Art Rock' would be as good as any a description for their early work.
Their music catalogue is huge and so, where to start ? Why not at the beginning, in 1972, with the release of their first album called, simply, 'Roxy Music'. This LP was released in June of that year to good reviews and became a major success, reaching No. 10 on the UK album chart in September 1972.
If I were to suggest a track from the album, why not try 'Ladytron' ? It would be a start.
Keep on doing the in-depth research and reviews.
Regards,
Cambrian
Ty Cambrian; I've done two songs from them, but would definitely be up for more
The closest VDGG came to a love song back then.
Starting to really feel this artist, would not have listened to him alone tbh, his voice is really unique...
Glad you're enjoying them!
I promised myself that I would give each selection a fair shot by listening all of the way through. This one was difficult. I actually like the lyrics, though I thought the singer was doing strange things with his voice. I always have trouble with songs where the instrumental part seems to be more about demonstrating the skills of the performers rather than making me feel the song.
I've been a VdGG/PH fan for 45 years. The thing that I loved from the start was Hammill's voice. I love the way he can go from an angelic warble to a demonic squawk in the same syllable! Vocally, Lost is only touching the surface of what he is capable of. Yes, not for everyone!
VDGG never gave me the showing off feeling
Understood, and ty for trying!
A big and majestic Knife 🔪 is coming... live ? I hope the Gods of Olympus have convinced Justin that the difference between both versions is gigantic 😁
You need to react to Gong - Pothead Pixies. :)
The Flying Teapot!
I thought I would wake up to The Knife 🔪.
This weekend🙃
JustJP The version on Live has Steve Hackett and Phil Collins....just sayin’.
@@shyshift I am supplicating to him for that since the earth is round LOL
@@shyshift I can at least agree he should *also* hear the live version, sometime *after* he hears the original... The live version has its pros and cons. I'm thinking it might make more sense to initially hear everything the way it was originally presented (with Anthony Phillips' more-calculated guitar solo), so that Steve's (as well as Phil's) rebellious contributions can be better appreciated, based on having a frame of reference to put everything in context with.
@@Cr8Tron What you r commenting has sense, but in my point of view, "The Knife" is an absolute powerful song wich needs a powerful execution, Philliips has the quality, but has not the Hackett´s power and intensity, let's not even talk about Phil's astronomical difference with Mayhew, so... JP has 2 options, get on a Ferrari with airplane gasoline or get on a Ferrari with mineral water in the tank ;)
And BOWIE!! LOL
So tired of misspelling!! Sorry Justin! 2 words- So and Darling!! Lol
My very last request, now that I have put out there about 6 different bands...lol. I have not checked, but have you listened to any Gentle Giant? Some of the best, unique muse out there... in my opinion of course. Why Not is a great track to dip ur toe into. Just so rippin', jazzy prog. masterpiece!th-cam.com/video/YR19Dart8GY/w-d-xo.html
Ty Michael! I've actually done all of Octopus on the channel🙃
@@JustJP You gotta try the first album. Why Not is for me their very best track. I know, I know.... but it is ur show....
Mmm, perfect beets.
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Let's Get Lost. Chet Baker.
1 2 1 2 1 2 3 1 2 1 2 3 yeah :)
Man, he sings more like a punk rocker and a prog guy. Which I respect. But I don't really enjoy.
John Lydon(Sex Pistols) was said to be a big fan of and was influenced by Peter Hammill
he accomplished his job as a prog singer to incorporate aspects of others genres. I see ur point tho, I just love how PH has a great singing voice and isn’t afraid to jump around and sound like he’s talking and ranting, very emotive singer as well.
There were some high-quality bands from the 70/80s. Van Der Graaf Generator were not one of them. Well done for listening through it. I couldn't.
VdGG was the very best of them.
lol...As Ian wrote in Thick..."We will be geared toward the average, rather than the exceptional"... ANYONE that knows ANYTHING about prog will tell you that the greatest prog band is VDGG...Better than Yes, Better than Genesis, Giant, Pink Floyd et al. You're just ignorant-
( * that doesn't mean stupid; it just means you lack the exposure to the music by someone that understands it....) I'm not trying to argue opinion. I'm trying to let you know how important they are in the overview...
@@godbluffvdgg You tell him, Rob!
ROB-IN-PHILLY
Children, behave...
@@-davidolivares OK - sorry.
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Hey Justin!! Love your'unplugged" cube by the way!! Lol. So VDGG- reading comments out of curiosity because: I didn't enjoy this AT ALL!! Sorry listeners! Right out of the gate I didn't enjoy the vocals AT ALL!! Sounded like an off key David Howie!! And I'm just not a Bowle fan!! Just a vocal preference!! The song itself sounded like a very unenjoyable big mess!! Nothing flowed here at all!! I will give you the Sax, Drums, and the few prog seconds where they seemed like they were copying Gentle Giant but that's about it!! I didn't even pay attention to the lyrics because I was so dissapointed in what I was hearing!! No wonder I never listened to them before!! Just sounded like a big unenjoyable mess!! None of the sounds seemed to fit together at all here! I do agree with one comment who said it sounded a little like Zappa for a minute! True but Frank has such a more enjoyable playfulness with his voice!!! I just don't get any of this Jazz prog all over the place mess!! Sorry everyone!! Just wasn't enjoyable to my ears AT ALL!! Do I know you LOVE ORGAN!! Please get back to some more STRAWBS!! Start with GRACE DARLJNG PLEASE!! Just a beautiful song to listen to with a great haunting TRUE BACK STORY!! Have a GREAT WEEKEND!! Your #1AZ fan- Michael!! 😊😊😊😊
Is this the first time you've ever listened to VdGG? BTW - VdGG was before GG and they're really not that similar. This bit of advice applies to many progressive artists - sometimes it just takes a few listens to sink in. I reacted the way you did in 1973 when I first heard 'Dark Side Of the Moon.' Needless to say it clicked with me after a while. When JP reacts to the song 'Man-erg' - give that one your attention. It presents their sound for new listeners in a more accessible manner. JP will next be reacting to the VdGG song 'Pioneers over c' - a truly great song but still too difficult for first time listeners. If you like GG, PF, Genesis, KC, Tull - then I assure you - you will like VdGG.
There is a reason why VDGG are #835 on top band polls and Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and Queen are consistently in the top 5. VDGG were not that good. They had a cult minority following, that's all. Other giants were ELP, YES, Genesis, AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Guns N' Roses, Lynyrd Skynyrd, the Who, the Beatles and maybe 800 more - but not VDGG.
Don't think many on this board will agree with you. Not every radio friendly band surpasses VdGG. Maybe not any. Stick around for JP's review of the song Man-erg. That song has a way of winning over the doubters. If you like PF, ELP, Genesis, KC, and Tull - you'll soon be singing the praises of VDGG. Trust me!
@@vdggmouse9512 I will listen to that - but "Lost" seemed pretty low quality. I have been listening to rock music for 50 years, some good, some bad. VDGG never did it for me.
I've been prog fan for 30 years. Believe me, I know and love most of well known band's work. Last I realized that for several (now I know stupid) reasons always skipped over VDGG, maybe due to lower ratings, absence of guitar solos and different unique style. Now I know those years were somehow wasted - VDGG is one of the best prog bands ever. Now my TOP3. In terms of emotions, vocals and compositions - maybe number one. I know that this is not for everyone, but If you're prog fan, finally you most probably have to stay great PH & VDGG fan.
You need to listen to ' My Room' VdGG is thee best art progressive band EVER! IMHO.
I have :D It's somewhere around on the channel lol