There is no band hipper and cooler than Roxy. They did the impossible, they were trendy, technically superb, original, commercial, and noncommercial; and they did it all with a thoroughly enjoyable sense of humor. Their musical style cannot be classified because they changed so much over time. Each phase was a joy to listen to. You'll need to listen to the earlier material to get an idea of what I mean. Just great stuff.
Listen to this three times and you will be a changed person forever. The violin solo at the end by Eddie Jobson is flying on the back of a teradactyl chasing monsters. It's the one tune I never get tired of since 1975.
I saw Roxy Music perform this, in Chicago in 1974, with Eddie Jobson playing that solo on an acrylic violin. A bright white spotlight was laser beamed focused on him and at his feet were low and subtle multicolored lights that produced a prism effect. Mind Blown!! I saw them perform this song on later tours but sadly the violin solo was replaced with a guitar solo. It did not have the same powerful impact. However, the last time I saw Roxy Music, again in Chicago 2001, they had keyboardist and violinist Lucy Wilkins who absolutely nailed this amazing solo. Roxy Music Live at The Apollo is a must have DVD/CD
Dude, you and the recommender found a gem. This song's ending is as ferocious and juicy as all get-out. I am currently in a Roxy phase. Can't stop buying their albums. So good to know there's great stuff out there that I've ignored for years b/c I just can't listen to the same old moldy songs over and over. Need new stuff and Roxy is new to me. You'd think their first two albums, with Eno, would be their best, but Ferry and Manzanera and co. kept it going real good. Cranked this up to 11 last night on my hi-fi.
*Thank you*. I've been a Roxy Music fan for many years now,and I'm glad you're currently discovering their music. I feel envy in that it's all new to you now.It's always exciting to discover "new' old music Lol. I do much prefer their earlier albums,everything from the self titled debut from 1972 up until and including 'Siren' from 1975. I just feel that something was lost later on,but perhaps you'll feel differently. Anways enjoy your Roxy journey ! Take care !
Man I love this song! Roxy Music is awesome. "Both ends Burning", "Love is the Drug" and many others...way to power through the horn blowing distraction!
First two albums knock all the others into a cocked hat. The reason for that? Brian Eno. So far ahead of their time those two albums that they still sound like they're from the 22nd century.
Saw them live at Bracknell Sports Centre with a bunch of school mates when Virginia Plain had just been released. It was packed and loud but memorable - they were so weird at the time which was exactly what we all wanted.
Jp isn't that electric violin mesmerising? What a song, totally unique with a unique vocalist Bryan ferry! He's originally from my neck of the woods here in the North-East of England, "geordie" have unleashed some musical talent on the world, sting, Mark knopfler from dire straits, Bryan ferry, lindisfarne Paul Rodgers from the legendary 'free', paddy mcaloon from 'prefab sprout' to name just a few!
Wow, I didn’t expect to see anyone react to Roxy Music. Nicely done! This is such an interesting band with awesome & unique songs. Ferry, in my opinion, is one of the great frontmen of the era. If you wanted to delve further, a couple songs I’d recommend are ‘End of the Line’ & ‘Virginia Plain.’ There are many others, of course. The early albums have the most Brian Eno influence, while the later albums are more driven by Bryan Ferry. Regardless of the era, they’re all great albums & this band was, and still is, highly influential to musicians, particularly in the U.K., where they’re incredibly popular to this day.
First heard this song in Chicago summer of '74, about 2 in the morning while driving with friends, stoned out of our minds, and listening to WXRT. Something about it caught our attention and we all just shut up and listened. Called 'XRT the next day to find out what it was and have been a fan ever since. Jobson's solo still gives me chills.
In Every Dreamhome A Heartache from For Your Pleasure - sad and sorta funny. The only song I know about love for a blow-up doll! Roxy started out as a wonderful art-rock band, but Ferry's ego took over album by album until they became just a vehicle for his lounge-lizard persona!
the first two albums with Eno set the standard,which WASN'T lived up to.Stranded wasn't bad,it was quite good,but not the level of those first two,imo.
@@TheCornishCockney Wholeheartedly agree!! Roxy weren't quite the same after Eno left. I still do like the albums up to Siren though. Virginia Plain and Seven Deadly Finns still remain my favourite singles of all time.
Two other songs about blow up dolls Bram Tchaikovsky “Girl of My Dreams”and The Police “ Be my Girl( Sally). I’m not an authority on the subject, I swear ! I just know these two songs😀
Never been able to determine if John Wetton played bass on the studio track. He did this live plenty of times as a session player. Amazing song and my favorite part is the bassline. Epic.
Roxy Music is fantastic ... Bryan Ferry is in my top 10 favorite artists ...I go to see him every time he comes to Portland ( twice so far ) ....hit after hit after hit ... Love is the drug, Oh yeah, Same old scene, Over you, Mother of pearl, More than this, Avalon ( Roxy Music) ..............Let's stick together, Love me madly again, Slave to love, Don't stop the dance, Windswept, Kiss and tell, Bete noire, I put a spell on you, Smoke gets in your eyes ......and many more .
Fantastic song from a brilliant band and a outstanding album. Eddie Jobson glass electric violin blew me away at the Apollo in Glasgow in 1975. Simple love Roxy Music
Finally! Roxy Music was underrated in the US but were HUGE overseas. Roxy is definitely album music! Try: "Pajamarama" "For Your Pleasure" "Mother Of Pearl" There's SO MANY great songs it's impossible to list.
Perfect pick for this channel. John Gustafson was perhaps Roxy's best and most consistent studio bassist. They needed someone to tour in '75 and got John Wetton fresh off of recording Red with King Crimson. Roxy is where Wetton and Eddie Jobson first met, and the rest is history.
Yes, Finally some Roxy music. My brother introduced me to them during the 80's new wave era. For me they are definitely one of the best bands of that era, just loved their sound, very creative band. Their most famous album I believe is "Avalon" and "Boys and Girls" by Bryan Ferry but don't quote me on that. Their top hits that come to mind is - More of This, Avalon, Slave to Love. I never heard this song, liked it a lot. I thought it was a guitar during the solo? Either way I liked it.
Justin as you will have read by now, one of the most common notes here is about founding member Brian Eno, who left after two albums with Roxy Music. On his own albums he invented so-called New Age music and paved the way for New Wave Rock and Post-Punk. As a producer he cowrote and gave shape to some of the greatest albums by David Bowie, Talking Heads and U2, among many others. NASA hired Eno to compose and produce the music for their documentary film about the Apollo program to take humankind to the moon. Eno is arguably the single most influential person in the past 45+ years of Rock music history. No wonder there was not enough room for both Brians in Roxy Music.
Roxy Music a very nice and unique band. Bryan Ferry has a romantic / haunting voice. Great production. I would love to hear more of them on here. They covered a Neil Young song - 'Like a Hurricane' its really good, although I like Neils version just as much; both are great. I had the pleasure of seeing Bryan Ferry a few years ago. Now I will finish my coffee, get the dog and head over to the home improvement store. Great reaction, and pleasant surprise.
At this point, Roxy's personnel included Eddie Jobson on electric violin, Andy MacKay on woodwinds (in this case, oboe), and Phil Manzanera on guitar with his soaring riffs -- all of which interweave together for the finale. A good choice.
I watch your videos all the way through Justin. :) Roxy Music are so good, so entertaining. That's an oboe at the beginning of "Out of the Blue" from Andy Mackay , and yes, a violin solo from Eddie Jobson. I saw them live on their first American tour back in '72, I think. They were the opening act for Jo Jo Gunne and I had never heard of them before. Anyway, they impressed me and I purchased their first album, and the rest is history. I don't have a favorite song, as I'm fond of much of their material, but one song I must single out is "A Song For Europe". It is stellar.
What a great song JP, you've probably heard but that violin was by Eddie Jobson, ex from Curved Air, he's the one who wrote Metamorphosis when he was 16! Love Roxy Music, and this is one of their best, I also love Stranded and Avalon. Another great song is Do the Strand. Great pick, I loved hearing this, it's been a while!
Isn't this song something? Genius band. I must listen to this song and a few others several times a week. You're also going to want to listen to If There is Something. An epic, perfect song.
Eddie Jobson, simply impressive, by the way he has been a member of King Crimson (the USA live record), Frank Zappa, U.K., Jethro Tull and Yes (briefly), I think that tells you something
My fave Roxy tunes are: Virginia Plain Streetlife Ladytron Same Old Scene Angel Eyes and the Jealous Guy cover holds so many good memories of that time....even though the song was sad.
Hey JustJP thank you SO MUCH for reacting to my suggestion. !! Roxy Music were a great and innovative band that unfortunately here in the U.S. hardly get much mention or recognition outside of the song"Love Is The Drug" or their 'Avalon' album. I think their early work (everything from the self titled debut from 72' up until and including the album 'Siren' from 1975) is just as interesting and important as some of the other bands that have far more reaction videos here on youtube (Genesis,Pink Floyd, Rush etc) .Love to see you do more early Roxy !! Thanks again and keep up the great work !
Love Is The Drug was one of my favorites from them. What I really love about this song are Bryan Ferry's vocals, then how heavily flanged this song was, like taking me on a little journey. Also, John Gustafson (RIP) for the killer bass on this song.
Eddie Jobson was about 19 or 20 years old when he joined this already established band and he provided some amazing and distinctive work on his Electric Violin.
I am at work, not working. Nice selection, thank you as Roxy Music is one of my favorite bands. As for other Roxy tunes, there are so many good ones, but "If There is Something" is one of my favorites. It features great instrumental work and lyrics that go from almost silly to bittersweet at the end.
A great band, too short-lived. Brian Eno was a member for the first 2 albums. This song isn't the 1st that springs to mind though, here are my favorites: Re-Make/Re-Model Editions of You Mother of Pearl The Thrill of It All Love Is the Drug Angel Eyes Same Old Scene To Turn You On
Ah you finally got to Roxy Music. Great review as.allways. As mentioned previously For Your Pleasure is a great album to explore in its entirety thou In Every Dream Home A Heartache might be too R. A little a little music trivia; Brian Emo was co-founder although he soon left.
I know their album Avalon by heart (and I am guessing most recommendations you get will come from that album), but had not heard this one before. I like it.
I came to Roxy Music through their late 70's early 80's hits Dance Away, Angel Eyes, Oh Yeah, More Than This.......etc and then discovered they had a back catalogue that included Brian Eno and discovered that, whilst the big hits were beautifully produced tracks well worth a listen, the earlier stuff was much more interesting as this track shows.
There is something I forgot in my first comment. Like many other groups Roxy Music had two different phases. They started innovative, unusual, unique, provoking, powerful. And then they had the nice to listen million selling chartfood tralala in the 80ies. Not one of their sweet hits has the quality that f. e. the unique melody line of "The Bogus Man" has. "Avalon", "Love is the drug" etc. do not hurt but they are far far away from uniqueness. "Virginia Plain" is not. Neither is "Remake/Remodel" or "Chance Meeting" or or or almost everything on their first albums. But then they were burnt out.
I was 15 when Virginia Plain came out: I'm 62 now. Still remember the shock of their arrival on the only music show that everyone watched on the 3 channels we had
Some songs burn right into your soul, a searing sensation in your head, that floats through the years in the back of your mind, when suddenly you hear it and all that was is again, (just a moment in time)
I really appreciate that I learn new things about songs I have listened to since the 70's from your interesting analysis and breakdowns of these songs. I usually just listen and enjoy music with just a small amount of my own analysis of mostly the meaning or my interpretation of the lyrics. What I realized listening to this song with its beautiful sonic sound is that I need to stop being a cheapskate and get a top of the line set of headphones. hehe
Right now making my red wine chili. Only one home other than the guitar player upstairs. Was streaming a show on Amazon Prime. stopped to make the chili and now sitting down to watch you. Roxy Music is an aquired taste that I just couldn't aquire. If the song comes on, I'd never turn it off. But I'd never put it on either.
Very much glad that you jumped into old Roxy Music. You really should listen to the "Viva!" live album version of "If There Is Something". The best thing they ever recorded. Phil Manzanera is a Gilmour-level guitar player that doesn't get the same kind of recognition. And that violin from Eddie Jobson! th-cam.com/video/y0UvZIZLUTo/w-d-xo.html
Great review.. Haunting is infused through out Roxy’s musical catalogue.. very Bowiesque which for me is a plus.. you must listen to More Than This! Thanks always!
Always preferred the live version off 'Viva'. Check out 'If there is something' from the same album and also Phil Manzanera's offshoot with Eno - 801- particularly 'Diamond Head'.
A nice reaction to a new band, to me, heard of them of course, while I drink my Sunday nooner coffee to wake up. Was like you, pleasantly surprised as the song went on to a great climax. Violin? Yes, phased violin at that, sweet. I knew Eno came from here but, he’d already left, hmm, still sounded like his influence in parts.Yea. Nice one today, will delve further into Roxy. Peace and Music
Mother of Pearl...Roxy Music at its best. Best version is the Musikladen 1974-01-23 version. What lyrics, just the best ever from them and virtually any other band.
I've only ever heard the albums "Siren" & "Avalon" from them. This was quite good and now their earlier albums warrant further exploration from me. A few suggestions I have for you for other artists/songs to explore are (songs I've been listening to recently): Billy Joel's "Until The Night"; The Scorpions' "No One Like You"; Neil Young's "Cinnamon Girl" or "Cowgirl in the Sand" or "Down by the River" - also, CSN "Carry On/Questions", The Cars' debut album trio of songs "Bye Bye Love", "Moving in Stereo" and "All Mixed Up" - they really work well listened back to back. Keep up the good and entertaining work...love your analyses, especially over the past few weeks.
Great song. If you get a chance, watch their live concert at the Apollo done in 2001. It’s amazing that 25 years later they sound better than when they were in their prime. And the new band members that joined for the tour add to the excitement.
Any of the first three songs of Roxy's first album, Remake/Regmodel, Ladytron, If There is Something; or In Every Dream Home a Heartache from their second album, For Your Pleasure; or...
Great session bassist John Gustafson played on Stranded , Country Life and Siren. He was really quite incredible for them . John had been in a cool band called Quatermass. Sadly no longer with us however.
For me John was Roxy Music's definitive bassist not just a session player. He should have been officially inducted with Roxy in the R&R hall of fame imo.
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Roxy music, what a band... Especially from 1971 to 1975
All the early Roxy Music albums were mind blowing ! Way ahead of their time
There is no band hipper and cooler than Roxy. They did the impossible, they were trendy, technically superb, original, commercial, and noncommercial; and they did it all with a thoroughly enjoyable sense of humor. Their musical style cannot be classified because they changed so much over time. Each phase was a joy to listen to. You'll need to listen to the earlier material to get an idea of what I mean. Just great stuff.
Listen to this three times and you will be a changed person forever. The violin solo at the end by Eddie Jobson is flying on the back of a teradactyl chasing monsters. It's the one tune I never get tired of since 1975.
I saw Roxy Music perform this, in Chicago in 1974, with Eddie Jobson playing that solo on an acrylic violin. A bright white spotlight was laser beamed focused on him and at his feet were low and subtle multicolored lights that produced a prism effect. Mind Blown!! I saw them perform this song on later tours but sadly the violin solo was replaced with a guitar solo. It did not have the same powerful impact. However, the last time I saw Roxy Music, again in Chicago 2001, they had keyboardist and violinist Lucy Wilkins who absolutely nailed this amazing solo. Roxy Music Live at The Apollo is a must have DVD/CD
I saw them in 2001 as well, and was absolutely *blown away,* especially this one. And yeah, she *nailed* the violin solo.
When top musicians meet a top producer .... you get this incredible soundscape.
this is probably my favorite RM song …. that violin at the end always gives me goosebumps and makes me teary
Dude, you and the recommender found a gem. This song's ending is as ferocious and juicy as all get-out. I am currently in a Roxy phase. Can't stop buying their albums. So good to know there's great stuff out there that I've ignored for years b/c I just can't listen to the same old moldy songs over and over. Need new stuff and Roxy is new to me. You'd think their first two albums, with Eno, would be their best, but Ferry and Manzanera and co. kept it going real good. Cranked this up to 11 last night on my hi-fi.
*Thank you*. I've been a Roxy Music fan for many years now,and I'm glad you're currently discovering their music. I feel envy in that it's all new to you now.It's always exciting to discover "new' old music Lol. I do much prefer their earlier albums,everything from the self titled debut from 1972 up until and including 'Siren' from 1975. I just feel that something was lost later on,but perhaps you'll feel differently. Anways enjoy your Roxy journey ! Take care !
Man I love this song! Roxy Music is awesome. "Both ends Burning", "Love is the Drug" and many others...way to power through the horn blowing distraction!
First two albums knock all the others into a cocked hat.
The reason for that?
Brian Eno.
So far ahead of their time those two albums that they still sound like they're from the 22nd century.
@@TheCornishCockney that’s in you opinion. I utterly love the album flesh and blood
I flipped when I saw you did a Roxy Music first listen!!! Favorite albums: 'Country Life', 'Stranded', 'Siren'. Song recommendation: 'Just Like You'.
Ty SLW! :)
Saw them live at Bracknell Sports Centre with a bunch of school mates when Virginia Plain had just been released. It was packed and loud but memorable - they were so weird at the time which was exactly what we all wanted.
Eddie Jobson's electric violin solo is immense.
Clear influences of EJ's previous band Curved Air here
Jp isn't that electric violin mesmerising? What a song, totally unique with a unique vocalist Bryan ferry! He's originally from my neck of the woods here in the North-East of England, "geordie" have unleashed some musical talent on the world, sting, Mark knopfler from dire straits, Bryan ferry, lindisfarne Paul Rodgers from the legendary 'free', paddy mcaloon from 'prefab sprout' to name just a few!
Oh its perfect!
Mark knopfler born Glasgow, made in Newcastle near enough Mate but not exactly factional ✌️
@@johnmcintosh5465 love the Scots, but mark still has a geordie lilt in his accent, he considers himself a geordie, but we'll share him😂
One of the ,if not the, most underrated bands ever. So glad you did this,they are a jewel.
Ty Ava, glad you enjoyed this one :)
Wow, I didn’t expect to see anyone react to Roxy Music. Nicely done! This is such an interesting band with awesome & unique songs. Ferry, in my opinion, is one of the great frontmen of the era. If you wanted to delve further, a couple songs I’d recommend are ‘End of the Line’ & ‘Virginia Plain.’
There are many others, of course. The early albums have the most Brian Eno influence, while the later albums are more driven by Bryan Ferry. Regardless of the era, they’re all great albums & this band was, and still is, highly influential to musicians, particularly in the U.K., where they’re incredibly popular to this day.
Watch. I bet within a week, you'll see a couple of others react to them. I swear some of those people monitor Justin because he is just the best.
@@Ignats75 "I bet within a week,you'll see a couple of others react to them." I hope you're right ! :-)
Ty Susan! I'm definitely up for more
Really? I don't know since I don't watch/look up reaction vids, but thats funny
First heard this song in Chicago summer of '74, about 2 in the morning while driving with friends, stoned out of our minds, and listening to WXRT. Something about it caught our attention and we all just shut up and listened. Called 'XRT the next day to find out what it was and have been a fan ever since. Jobson's solo still gives me chills.
Dare I say that Roxy was even more consistent than Bowie at the time in putting out consistently superior music.
I always liked their album covers. I like their early stuff the best. Hugely influential band for the 70's and 80's.
In Every Dreamhome A Heartache from For Your Pleasure - sad and sorta funny. The only song I know about love for a blow-up doll! Roxy started out as a wonderful art-rock band, but Ferry's ego took over album by album until they became just a vehicle for his lounge-lizard persona!
the first two albums with Eno set the standard,which WASN'T lived up to.Stranded wasn't bad,it was quite good,but not the level of those first two,imo.
@@TheCornishCockney Wholeheartedly agree!! Roxy weren't quite the same after Eno left. I still do like the albums up to Siren though. Virginia Plain and Seven Deadly Finns still remain my favourite singles of all time.
Two other songs about blow up dolls Bram Tchaikovsky “Girl of My Dreams”and The Police “ Be my Girl( Sally).
I’m not an authority on the subject, I swear ! I just know these two songs😀
@@lemming9984 Of their singles,I loved Do The Strand but it was their albums and the deepcuts that shone out,such as Editions of You.
I agree
ROXY MUSIC FOREVER!!!! 😎
Oh Roxy Music, I love you so. Saw the Country Life tour in '75. Amazing!
The best Roxy track of them all!
Sounds like you might be heading down a roxy rabbit hole!
Enjoy the journey! Thanks!
So many rabbit holes to wander down!
Gotta love The Great Paul Thompson on Drums !
Never been able to determine if John Wetton played bass on the studio track. He did this live plenty of times as a session player. Amazing song and my favorite part is the bassline. Epic.
Roxy Music is fantastic ... Bryan Ferry is in my top 10 favorite artists ...I go to see him every time he comes to Portland ( twice so far ) ....hit after hit after hit ... Love is the drug, Oh yeah, Same old scene, Over you, Mother of pearl, More than this, Avalon ( Roxy Music) ..............Let's stick together, Love me madly again, Slave to love, Don't stop the dance, Windswept, Kiss and tell, Bete noire, I put a spell on you, Smoke gets in your eyes ......and many more .
Fantastic song from a brilliant band and a outstanding album. Eddie Jobson glass electric violin blew me away at the Apollo in Glasgow in 1975. Simple love Roxy Music
If you haven’t listened to it on your own yet, I highly recommend Prairie Rose off the same album. It’s an incredible song.
Great song. It's about his then-girlfriend Jeri Hall.
''Pleasantly surprised'' by one of the greatest songs ever recorded!.. ok.
I could sit here all night explaining why I love Roxy Music, but it would be long.
BOTH ENDS BURNING that should hook ya. How cool are you...
Finally! Roxy Music was underrated in the US but were HUGE overseas.
Roxy is definitely album music!
Try:
"Pajamarama"
"For Your Pleasure"
"Mother Of Pearl"
There's SO MANY great songs it's impossible to list.
Ty Danelle!
Perfect pick for this channel. John Gustafson was perhaps Roxy's best and most consistent studio bassist. They needed someone to tour in '75 and got John Wetton fresh off of recording Red with King Crimson. Roxy is where Wetton and Eddie Jobson first met, and the rest is history.
Yes, Finally some Roxy music. My brother introduced me to them during the 80's new wave era. For me they are definitely one of the best bands of that era, just loved their sound, very creative band. Their most famous album I believe is "Avalon" and "Boys and Girls" by Bryan Ferry but don't quote me on that. Their top hits that come to mind is - More of This, Avalon, Slave to Love. I never heard this song, liked it a lot. I thought it was a guitar during the solo? Either way I liked it.
The ending solo is a violin.
Nothing comes close to the pure art of early Roxy Music.
Justin as you will have read by now, one of the most common notes here is about founding member Brian Eno, who left after two albums with Roxy Music. On his own albums he invented so-called New Age music and paved the way for New Wave Rock and Post-Punk. As a producer he cowrote and gave shape to some of the greatest albums by David Bowie, Talking Heads and U2, among many others.
NASA hired Eno to compose and produce the music for their documentary film about the Apollo program to take humankind to the moon.
Eno is arguably the single most influential person in the past 45+ years of Rock music history. No wonder there was not enough room for both Brians in Roxy Music.
Great Illustrata t shirt, sir! Roxy Music was the stuff up to the fifth album, IMHO.
Roxy Music a very nice and unique band. Bryan Ferry has a romantic / haunting voice. Great production. I would love to hear more of them on here. They covered a Neil Young song - 'Like a Hurricane' its really good, although I like Neils version just as much; both are great. I had the pleasure of seeing Bryan Ferry a few years ago.
Now I will finish my coffee, get the dog and head over to the home improvement store. Great reaction, and pleasant surprise.
Ty Will! Hope you enjoy the rest of your day
Yes! I wish JP would do Neil's Like a Hurricane
At this point, Roxy's personnel included Eddie Jobson on electric violin, Andy MacKay on woodwinds (in this case, oboe), and Phil Manzanera on guitar with his soaring riffs -- all of which interweave together for the finale. A good choice.
I watch your videos all the way through Justin. :)
Roxy Music are so good, so entertaining. That's an oboe at the beginning of "Out of the Blue" from Andy Mackay , and yes, a violin solo from Eddie Jobson. I saw them live on their first American tour back in '72, I think. They were the opening act for Jo Jo Gunne and I had never heard of them before. Anyway, they impressed me and I purchased their first album, and the rest is history. I don't have a favorite song, as I'm fond of much of their material, but one song I must single out is "A Song For Europe". It is stellar.
I saw them on the same tour
There's a reason why this song is one of the most popular songs for them to do live.
Guitarist Phil Manzanera has collaborated with David Gilmour on his last couple of albums and tours.
Hi Justin ! ROXY is Great ! You can go on !!
What a great song JP, you've probably heard but that violin was by Eddie Jobson, ex from Curved Air, he's the one who wrote Metamorphosis when he was 16! Love Roxy Music, and this is one of their best, I also love Stranded and Avalon. Another great song is Do the Strand. Great pick, I loved hearing this, it's been a while!
@Gregory Weakland Wow! I never realized that was the same violinist. Curved Air was an interesting band. Loved the ainger.
@@bidensclueless7353 the singer was Sonja Kristina, she married Police drummer Stewart Copeland.
Isn't this song something? Genius band. I must listen to this song and a few others several times a week. You're also going to want to listen to If There is Something. An epic, perfect song.
Especially the live version from Viva! Roxy Music.
An absolute favorite album. Thanks for featuring it!
This song is *epic.* I love that line: "throwaway lines often ring true".
Prairie Rose also on Country Life, please
Good song, familiar with later Roxy Music material. But if the early stuff sounds like this we should explore more..
Eddie Jobson, simply impressive, by the way he has been a member of King Crimson (the USA live record), Frank Zappa, U.K., Jethro Tull and Yes (briefly), I think that tells you something
One of my favorites, thanks for reacting to this song.
You’ve got to do Brian Eno’s Baby’s on Fire, Robert Fripp plays a scorching guitar solo, you’ll love it!
THE BEST atonal guitar solo ever put to vinyl.
Greatest recorded guitar solo.. bar none.
"More than this" is probably their most well known song in the US.
And “Love Is The Drug.”
My fave Roxy tunes are:
Virginia Plain
Streetlife
Ladytron
Same Old Scene
Angel Eyes and the Jealous Guy cover holds so many good memories of that time....even though the song was sad.
This song is good too.
The Bogus Man
Mother of Pearl
Ladytron
Remake remodel
A song for Europe
In Every Dream Home a heartache
... for starters
Hey JustJP thank you SO MUCH for reacting to my suggestion. !! Roxy Music were a great and innovative band that unfortunately here in the U.S. hardly get much mention or recognition outside of the song"Love Is The Drug" or their 'Avalon' album. I think their early work (everything from the self titled debut from 72' up until and including the album 'Siren' from 1975) is just as interesting and important as some of the other bands that have far more reaction videos here on youtube (Genesis,Pink Floyd, Rush etc) .Love to see you do more early Roxy !! Thanks again and keep up the great work !
Of course! TY for the recommendation, I enjoyed this one :)
Stunning song. Great album
Love Is The Drug was one of my favorites from them. What I really love about this song are Bryan Ferry's vocals, then how heavily flanged this song was, like taking me on a little journey. Also, John Gustafson (RIP) for the killer bass on this song.
Eddie Jobson was about 19 or 20 years old when he joined this already established band and he provided some amazing and distinctive work on his Electric Violin.
Good song and album. Good reaction.
Every new wave band in the 80’s; Japan, Duran, Spandau Ballet, etc., sounds like Roxy Music.
Alan Atwood They were all directly influenced by Roxy. Even the punks loved Roxy!
I mentioned ABC, Talk Talk. 😂 I'm a huge Roxy Music fan.
I am at work, not working. Nice selection, thank you as Roxy Music is one of my favorite bands. As for other Roxy tunes, there are so many good ones, but "If There is Something" is one of my favorites. It features great instrumental work and lyrics that go from almost silly to bittersweet at the end.
David sylvian is said to have heard Both ends burning by Roxy Music and decided he needed to form a band.
Maybe I need to listen to it then
MUSIC OF MY TEEN YEARS..KEEP EM' COMIN' SIR
a great band I haven't heard this one before,,
I'm usually plinking on my guitar with TH-cam on
Yeah prog rock with Eddie Jobson on violin
Finally!! Roxy was the best band of the seventies, certainly the most influential...
I’ve always loved Phil Manzanera’s guitar solo during the first chorus....
A great band, too short-lived. Brian Eno was a member for the first 2 albums. This song isn't the 1st that springs to mind though, here are my favorites:
Re-Make/Re-Model
Editions of You
Mother of Pearl
The Thrill of It All
Love Is the Drug
Angel Eyes
Same Old Scene
To Turn You On
Great list. I would add "In Every Dream Home a Heartache".
I would also add Beauty Queen
If there is something
Excellent analyses and this is first time I've heard this song.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Ah you finally got to Roxy Music. Great review as.allways. As mentioned previously For Your Pleasure is a great album to explore in its entirety thou In Every Dream Home A Heartache might be too R. A little a little music trivia; Brian Emo was co-founder although he soon left.
Meant Bian Eno. Edit
Ty Louis :)
One correction. The woodwind featured was Andy Mackay playing oboe, not saxophone.
My favourite song by them. Musical brilliance.
Thanks for the review. I prefer the first two Roxy Music albums, but they are usually always interesting....
I'm watching your video on my smart t.v. drinking shots of Canadian whiskey. More Roxy!
Sounds like a good time Zappa! Enjoy your night!
Love is the drug... Try Brian Eno's Baby's on Fire as well
The live version of this on Viva Roxy Music is really worth checking out.
Thanks for the great reaction love roxy music
Absolutely; thank you for watching
I know their album Avalon by heart (and I am guessing most recommendations you get will come from that album), but had not heard this one before. I like it.
I came to Roxy Music through their late 70's early 80's hits Dance Away, Angel Eyes, Oh Yeah, More Than This.......etc and then discovered they had a back catalogue that included Brian Eno and discovered that, whilst the big hits were beautifully produced tracks well worth a listen, the earlier stuff was much more interesting as this track shows.
There is something I forgot in my first comment. Like many other groups Roxy Music had two different phases. They started innovative, unusual, unique, provoking, powerful. And then they had the nice to listen million selling chartfood tralala in the 80ies. Not one of their sweet hits has the quality that f. e. the unique melody line of "The Bogus Man" has. "Avalon", "Love is the drug" etc. do not hurt but they are far far away from uniqueness. "Virginia Plain" is not. Neither is "Remake/Remodel" or "Chance Meeting" or or or almost everything on their first albums. But then they were burnt out.
I was 15 when Virginia Plain came out: I'm 62 now. Still remember the shock of their arrival on the only music show that everyone watched on the 3 channels we had
Some songs burn right into your soul, a searing sensation in your head, that floats through the years in the back of your mind, when suddenly you hear it and all that was is again, (just a moment in time)
I really appreciate that I learn new things about songs I have listened to since the 70's from your interesting analysis and breakdowns of these songs. I usually just listen and enjoy music with just a small amount of my own analysis of mostly the meaning or my interpretation of the lyrics. What I realized listening to this song with its beautiful sonic sound is that I need to stop being a cheapskate and get a top of the line set of headphones. hehe
Thanks Matthew!🎧
Do Chance Meeting, In Every Dream Home a Heartache or If There is Something - by Roxy Music
Right now making my red wine chili. Only one home other than the guitar player upstairs. Was streaming a show on Amazon Prime. stopped to make the chili and now sitting down to watch you.
Roxy Music is an aquired taste that I just couldn't aquire. If the song comes on, I'd never turn it off. But I'd never put it on either.
Nice! My wife just made some chili for us today :)
Very much glad that you jumped into old Roxy Music. You really should listen to the "Viva!" live album version of "If There Is Something". The best thing they ever recorded. Phil Manzanera is a Gilmour-level guitar player that doesn't get the same kind of recognition. And that violin from Eddie Jobson! th-cam.com/video/y0UvZIZLUTo/w-d-xo.html
PHIL PLAYS WITH GILMORE ON FAT OLD SUN . from some live gig. that's on yt.
Kicking back playing my guitar and watching you, have a great sunday-ferretfret jn Ct.
Nice! Enjoy your relaxing day James!
I've been listening to this song (and other Roxy classics) for over 40 years, and I pretty much agree with your assessment. You seem very perceptive 👍
Ty Stephen!
Best British Band of all time !
Great review.. Haunting is infused through out Roxy’s musical catalogue.. very Bowiesque which for me is a plus.. you must listen to More Than This! Thanks always!
Always preferred the live version off 'Viva'. Check out 'If there is something' from the same album and also Phil Manzanera's offshoot with Eno - 801- particularly 'Diamond Head'.
Ty Park!
My God !!!!
Wonderful !
A nice reaction to a new band, to me, heard of them of course, while I drink my Sunday nooner coffee to wake up. Was like you, pleasantly surprised as the song went on to a great climax. Violin? Yes, phased violin at that, sweet. I knew Eno came from here but, he’d already left, hmm, still sounded like his influence in parts.Yea. Nice one today, will delve further into Roxy.
Peace and Music
"will delve further into Roxy" Cool,welcome aboard !
Glad you enjoyed it DO! Sunday noon coffee, you're in my wheelhouse! lol
I like the live version of out of the blue. Viva Roxy music.
Mother of Pearl...Roxy Music at its best. Best version is the Musikladen 1974-01-23 version. What lyrics, just the best ever from them and virtually any other band.
I've only ever heard the albums "Siren" & "Avalon" from them. This was quite good and now their earlier albums warrant further exploration from me. A few suggestions I have for you for other artists/songs to explore are (songs I've been listening to recently): Billy Joel's "Until The Night"; The Scorpions' "No One Like You"; Neil Young's "Cinnamon Girl" or "Cowgirl in the Sand" or "Down by the River" - also, CSN "Carry On/Questions", The Cars' debut album trio of songs "Bye Bye Love", "Moving in Stereo" and "All Mixed Up" - they really work well listened back to back. Keep up the good and entertaining work...love your analyses, especially over the past few weeks.
Thanks Rob, I'm trying :)
Great song. If you get a chance, watch their live concert at the Apollo done in 2001. It’s amazing that 25 years later they sound better than when they were in their prime. And the new band members that joined for the tour add to the excitement.
Any of the first three songs of Roxy's first album, Remake/Regmodel, Ladytron, If There is Something; or In Every Dream Home a Heartache from their second album, For Your Pleasure; or...
Fantastic review! Bought this when it came out and still have it
Great session bassist John Gustafson played on Stranded , Country Life and Siren. He was really quite incredible for them . John had been in a cool band called Quatermass. Sadly no longer with us however.
For me John was Roxy Music's definitive bassist not just a session player. He should have been officially inducted with Roxy in the R&R hall of fame imo.