Steve Winwoods music is the best memory I have from my childhood. It’s embedded into my soul, especially higher love, I still get goosebumps and that song creates positivity in my blood. 🍻
I don't understand how some people become famous and household names & outhers who are just as good or better never find fame & fortune he's just a good as anyone I've seen or heard but a lot of people have never heard of him .
Thankful am I for an interviewer who LISTENS,...who doesn't talk all over all the comments of the guest. I so appreciate this!! Winwood is one fabulous artist, and thanks to this show I know more than I ever have. Great stuff! Again, thank you.
Wow, it's well over 50 years since I first heard "I'm a Man" and now I get to hear an interview with Steve Winwood. He comes across as a straight-ahead no-nonsense musician, convincing in his observations, yet when I hear his music there's a whole other dimension. Feeling and artistry with total conviction.
Mr.Winwood is the essence of Soul Music.. You can feel the Emotions of the lyrics with every note.May he be always blessed with happiness,health,success,and love.
Clapton once said Steve was famous in London before anyone ever heard him. Word of mouth spread that there was a kid in Birmingham who sang just like Ray Charles.
How much do we love this guy? Can't put it into words. This interview gives an insight into his background. Even if he does not, his music will live forever. What a good guy. A good human being to look up to, and listen to, even if you don't understand music.
Boy, I sure blew it when I could have so easily gone to see Steve Winwood at a downtown Minneapolis bar about 12 years ago. I had just arrived and wasn't adjusted. I just love ❤️ Steve Winwood. Rock on, Steve. Rock on....
Steve Winwood in my opinion is the most talented musician I've ever seen. He's been cranking out top hits since 1967, and his latest album at 69 years old is absolutely epic.
Steve Winwood. I find you to be the most amazing musician. Almost got to see you this summer in Atlanta, even had tickets. Alas, Corona had something to say about that opportunity. You are wonderful! I love you!!!
What a great interveiw. I didn't know anything about Steve Windwood until now. I love how Steve Jones shows respect to all artists no matter what type of music they play.
The straightest songwriter, band keeper, and universalist in the development of the Rock scene around 1970 and his band Trafikk imported Jazz, Folk music, not only Rock and Roll and Blues. A true master and better now than then
i was in Manny's Music Store in Manhattan,New York... looking at Guitar EFX and i looked to my Left and Steve Winwood was standing next to me....checking out Distortion Boxes for his Show that night ....Low Spark Traffic Show.....Yeah He Looked Great....
Love "Big girls walk away", classic track from his Talking back to the night classic album! And you can hear every bit of Ray charles's style of singing in Steve's voice in Steve's early years and ive never heard anybody that could immuliate Ray's voice as good as Steve, incredible! Perfect example is the track "Pearly queen" from the 1st album of Traffic ive ever heard which the self titled one. Powerful and classic performance of Ray's own vocal style by Steve on "Pearly queen"!!! And always interesting to hear how he was influenced by Ray as he mentioned in this interview. Steve's contribution to the music world has been nothing short of being simply amazing!!!!
They used to drop 'I'm A Man' on the dance floor in Manchester club South in the 90's, the place would explode! great great menacing dance floor grooving song, Traffic were also brill. Good interview.
Nice interview from another of the myriad men of that name. :-) I've been a Winwood fan since I was 14 or 15. First time I remember hearing him was the song "Strong Love" on the radio - unforgettable voice. Keep on Running was the first single I bought. I soon became a wee bit jealous though because my first two girlfriends were both besotted with him. That soon gave way not so much to envy as to amazement at his multiple gifts. Thank you for all the great music, Steve W.
winwood's a wicked guitarist as well.not flashy lead guitar ish way of presentation.much more riffy,rhythmic lead guitar ish way of presentation.his stuff on traffic's legendary yet overlooked as a band.
I regard Steve as one who never `SOLD OUT'. The time period of the 80's was as if an old hero who was tried and true returned from the battlefield bearing gifts from abroad!
"Skiffle is bluegrass played badly by English youth". Spot on observation. Great interview. SW one of the great musicians and singers (imho, of course).
I like learning more about Steve. Big fan from the very beginning, covering his songs in my teen band years starting with Spencer Davis group. Really fun songs to pay and crowd pleasers.
Great singer and songwriter. Check out the live versions of Higher Love from the last couple of years. He nails the high notes and the song is in the original key. Winwood is a legend.
Let’s not forget, Steve played keyboards with Hendrix on Voodoo Chile ( blues ) on the Electric Ladyland album.....Mitch Mitchell said the band would have killed to get Stevie join the band ........
Never really known much about steve winwood. been mostly into metal and heavy shit since i was a teenager in the 80s and i still think hes the most talented and well rounded rock musician ive ever heard.
Man I love this! To hear him talk about Traffic being a "niche" band vs his popularity rising in the 80's and people accusing him of selling out, well all I can say is give another listen to Higher Love and you'll hear that it's just pure soul. He said that he's essentially living off of Traffic and boy did he earn it. He has given us so much amazing music, his vocals and piano are among the best of progressive rock, and John Barleycorn Must Die never fails to give me chills with its gorgeous harmonies. Musical genius and down to earth man, that is a true legend.
Apparently though , Rundgren and the singer of XTC didn’t get along at all and butted heads making records together. I don’t think Rundgren liked his voice
Can't believe he asked Steve who did the majority of the singing in the Spencer Davies group,if he did any research or even listened to a few of their songs,he would have known who did their singing.
I didn't hear about Steve Winwood until in the 80's didn't know he's been around in the 60's until my oldest brother told me he got me to listens to his songs I was so mind blowing glad he got me to listens to his music I still listens to his music like always say he is a good guy I really just loved the guy ..
I don't think I've ever heard him do a single thing that wasn't excellent. Most of it great. Truly an artist beyond reproach. No ego, just joy and gift. Has played with everyone and they all love him. Santana calls him "the annointed".
I don't believe they have ever collaborated. John Paul Jones has worked with Peter Gabriel. Steve has quite an illustrious career as a sideman but working with Pete sadly has not occurred. I wish it was true. 2 huge prog rock Legends
He’s always like that! He has great conversations, but he reminds me of Larry King back in the day who made a point of never doing research on his guests and always made clueless comments 😂. That, and this, is always refreshing.
Well I saw him open for Tom Petty and they didn't even let him have a sound check, therefore, he had all kinds of problems. Sorry I love Tom, But Steve is the bigger star. Made me sad to see him so overlooked.
I saw with Traffic in 70' Wood, Capaldi, Winwood. It was a great concert, of thousands during that era, one of the top five. Winwood, the lone survivor. Along with Levon Helm, the great white singers of that era. Capaldi was under rated. That I know more about Winwood's vocal work than a professional radio man must mean he made a name somewhere else. Never heard of him.
gimme some lovin on a Life cd set always brought me up beat ya know; yea, Windwood's on that-big keyboard line.also, lydon recorded his last PiL lp at Windwood's country studio FYI.
You really can't find a more talented pop/rock artist then Steve Winwood. Vocals, keys/organ, guitar, composing..This was time well spent!
1 of the Greats 💥 🥂
Jeff Lynne is on par with him
McCartney......Done!!!
@@joer2513 Michael McDonald is cut from the same cloth
@@davidillingsworth3300Sting and Peter Gabriel definitely part of that cloth for sure💪🏾
Steve Winwoods music is the best memory I have from my childhood. It’s embedded into my soul, especially higher love, I still get goosebumps and that song creates positivity in my blood. 🍻
Jonesy listens more than he talks. We all like that! 🙂
Absolutely. When he does talk he asked insightful questions. He is in the moment. He plays great tracks on the radio in between interviews also.
Steve Winwood is a legend..
I don't understand how some people become famous and household names & outhers who are just as good or better never find fame & fortune he's just a good as anyone I've seen or heard but a lot of people have never heard of him .
Steve Winwood is the best. Great singer, great musician
Fantastic guy. What a legacy
clifford adams 💯% agree 🎯
I remember I was in the Beatles with James Lemon and Sean McCarthy. We did a few gigs with the Spender Davies Band, with Ray Davies and Steve Windon.
In my humble opinion, Traffic is the best psychedelic rock band. I love them.
Thankful am I for an interviewer who LISTENS,...who doesn't talk all over all the comments of the guest. I so appreciate this!! Winwood is one fabulous artist, and thanks to this show I know more than I ever have. Great stuff! Again, thank you.
Winwood is rightly a legend. But I want to say, this is how to do an interview. The connection, the laughter, the trust is beautiful to watch.
Wow, it's well over 50 years since I first heard "I'm a Man" and now I get to hear an interview with Steve Winwood. He comes across as a straight-ahead no-nonsense musician, convincing in his observations, yet when I hear his music there's a whole other dimension. Feeling and artistry with total conviction.
Maybe the greatest musician of the 20th Century. And such a beautiful human being!
Apart from being an absolute legendary singer/songwriter/musician, he's incredibly humble and down to earth too x
Looks great for someone born in 1948! Steve Winwood=Legend!!
Endo Cannabinoid aging gracefully
Mr.Winwood is the essence of Soul Music.. You can feel the Emotions of the lyrics with every note.May he be always blessed with happiness,health,success,and love.
I love Steve Winwood. Can’t wait to hear the new music!
Steve winwood is such a great singer. I love his music
Clapton once said Steve was famous in London before anyone ever heard him. Word of mouth spread that there was a kid in Birmingham who sang just like Ray Charles.
He wrote "I'm a Man" at 16!!!!!
Talking about one hit wonder, Steve Winwood is just the opposite.
@@lamper2 Aaah.. NO. It's The REAL/ORIGINAL Version. (Of that Arrangement) Of Course Muddy sang... I'm a .... "Manish Boy". Different Song.
How much do we love this guy? Can't put it into words. This interview gives an insight into his background. Even if he does not, his music will live forever. What a good guy. A good human being to look up to, and listen to, even if you don't understand music.
He's the same boy he used to be......dant
This is great
Steve Winwood is such an enjoyable personality and musical Talent. Thank you so much for sharing and God bless from Patrick
Wow! Steve rarely talks that much. My compliments on making him feel at ease.
Arc of a Diver. What a masterpiece. Genious.
Steve Winwood is an amazing musician. Obviously looks after himself. Was in the charts in 1965 and still sounding good today
Boy, I sure blew it when I could have so easily gone to see Steve Winwood at a downtown Minneapolis bar about 12 years ago. I had just arrived and wasn't adjusted. I just love ❤️ Steve Winwood. Rock on, Steve. Rock on....
Steve Winwood in my opinion is the most talented musician I've ever seen. He's been cranking out top hits since 1967, and his latest album at 69 years old is absolutely epic.
You can see Steve Winwood gradually relaxes as he realises Steve Jones is a really good guy.
Steve Winwood. I find you to be the most amazing musician. Almost got to see you this summer in Atlanta, even had tickets. Alas, Corona had something to say about that opportunity. You are wonderful! I love you!!!
What a great interveiw. I didn't know anything about Steve Windwood until now. I love how Steve Jones shows respect to all artists no matter what type of music they play.
Bless him Steve Winwood, glad to see he's still on and about
The straightest songwriter, band keeper, and universalist in the development of the Rock scene around 1970 and his band Trafikk imported Jazz, Folk music, not only Rock and Roll and Blues. A true master and better now than then
Traffic; Blind Faith....Steve Winwood underrated rock icon !
That live record is boss. I bought it.
i was in Manny's Music Store in Manhattan,New York... looking at Guitar EFX and i looked to my Left and Steve Winwood was standing next to me....checking out Distortion Boxes for his Show that night ....Low Spark Traffic Show.....Yeah He Looked Great....
Love "Big girls walk away", classic track from his Talking back to the night classic album! And you can hear every bit of Ray charles's style of singing in Steve's voice in Steve's early years and ive never heard anybody that could immuliate Ray's voice as good as Steve, incredible! Perfect example is the track "Pearly queen" from the 1st album of Traffic ive ever heard which the self titled one. Powerful and classic performance of Ray's own vocal style by Steve on "Pearly queen"!!! And always interesting to hear how he was influenced by Ray as he mentioned in this interview. Steve's contribution to the music world has been nothing short of being simply amazing!!!!
They used to drop 'I'm A Man' on the dance floor in Manchester club South in the 90's, the place would explode! great great menacing dance floor grooving song, Traffic were also brill. Good interview.
Thanks Steve for great music loved Low Spark of High Heel Boys Great Memories
Nice interview from another of the myriad men of that name. :-) I've been a Winwood fan since I was 14 or 15. First time I remember hearing him was the song "Strong Love" on the radio - unforgettable voice. Keep on Running was the first single I bought. I soon became a wee bit jealous though because my first two girlfriends were both besotted with him. That soon gave way not so much to envy as to amazement at his multiple gifts. Thank you for all the great music, Steve W.
Steve is so unassuming quite and polite not what a lot of rock legends look or act like, top bloke in my opinion.
You have that nailed.
Well done Jonesy. You allowed a very talented guest to talk about an incredibly interesting life.
winwood's a wicked guitarist as well.not flashy lead guitar ish way of presentation.much more riffy,rhythmic lead guitar ish way of presentation.his stuff on traffic's legendary yet overlooked as a band.
True
I regard Steve as one who never `SOLD OUT'.
The time period of the 80's was as if an old hero who was tried and true returned from the battlefield bearing gifts from abroad!
One of my main influences as a musician.
"Skiffle is bluegrass played badly by English youth". Spot on observation. Great interview. SW one of the great musicians and singers (imho, of course).
white boy blues,,
STEVE JONES IS NOW SPEAKING TO A GENIUS.....
I like learning more about Steve. Big fan from the very beginning, covering his songs in my teen band years starting with Spencer Davis group. Really fun songs to pay and crowd pleasers.
I love Steve Winwood! Didn't know about Jones's Jukebox, so I had to look him up.I like him too!
Great singer and songwriter. Check out the live versions of Higher Love from the last couple of years. He nails the high notes and the song is in the original key. Winwood is a legend.
I saw Traffic in the late sixties , the first band to open was Mountain , great show.
Fabulous musician on all instruments and incredible vocals..timeless music 🎶
22:00 Pause in the conversation...Jones says "Tell us something else then." LOL!! That's what makes Jonesy's Jukebox, Jonesy's Jukebox!
Let’s not forget, Steve played keyboards with Hendrix on Voodoo Chile ( blues ) on the Electric Ladyland album.....Mitch Mitchell said the band would have killed to get Stevie join the band ........
He’s on David Gilmour’s 2nd solo album. Just playing keyboards but he said he would have welcomed Steve to play guitar on it.
Never really known much about steve winwood. been mostly into metal and heavy shit since i was a teenager in the 80s and i still think hes the most talented and well rounded rock musician ive ever heard.
This was a nice viewing experience !
These marvellous geezers, speaking the same language. Quality. 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌
Man I love this! To hear him talk about Traffic being a "niche" band vs his popularity rising in the 80's and people accusing him of selling out, well all I can say is give another listen to Higher Love and you'll hear that it's just pure soul. He said that he's essentially living off of Traffic and boy did he earn it. He has given us so much amazing music, his vocals and piano are among the best of progressive rock, and John Barleycorn Must Die never fails to give me chills with its gorgeous harmonies. Musical genius and down to earth man, that is a true legend.
Hello Erin,
How’re you doing?
Thanks for your love, support and for being an amazing fan! ❤️
It's nice meeting you here
Just an incredible musician!! Always wanted to see him work with Todd rundgren in the studio. One of Todd's favorite musician as well.
hmmm interesting pairing both are prog rock oriented. Todd gets on well with Brits ask XTC. Both were very keen to new wave and revamped their sound.
Apparently though , Rundgren and the singer of XTC didn’t get along at all and butted heads making records together. I don’t think Rundgren liked his voice
I simply love how he spoke of his dad!!!
And furthermore, his humbleness and politeness precedes him.
Can't believe he asked Steve who did the majority of the singing in the Spencer Davies group,if he did any research or even listened to a few of their songs,he would have known who did their singing.
I didn't hear about Steve Winwood until in the 80's didn't know he's been around in the 60's until my oldest brother told me he got me to listens to his songs I was so mind blowing glad he got me to listens to his music I still listens to his music like always say he is a good guy I really just loved the guy ..
Winwood is one of the few rock dudes left who was never a huge douchebag. Actually, I can't name another one.
I can, Michael McDonald, fellow legend and a nice guy.
@@davidillingsworth3300 You're right. He doesn't seem douchey. Good point
Huey Lewis always seemed alright.
I'm not too surprised to hear about the "30s and 40s dance tunes" background when I listen to his music. I can hear hints of it's influence in there.
Steve you’re priceless
Which one??
finally someone who matters
Two legends, thank you Steve! 💀🔥❤️
Such a nice and talented man .
Again , Thank you.....
Wishing we’d gotten the music too but this is a gem all in of itself 💙ty
My bday is 9/8 btw J 😎Virgo ppl
I can’t think of anyone who is as good a singer and guitarist and keyboard player as Steve Winwood. Many are 2/3 but he’s 3/3
Magical voice
Hope to see Winwood once all this COVID clears up
This is so great!
I Love ya Steve!!!!!!!!!!
Hole in my shoe, walking home one night singing this in my head aged 7 thinking this song is about me, my shoe leaking water, stuck with me for ever,
Love these guys. Both of them. Top chaps.
two british legends!
Spencer Davis group....I'm a Man. Traffic....Low spark of high-heeled boys. That's why this guy is great. Go listen.
I don't think I've ever heard him do a single thing that wasn't excellent. Most of it great. Truly an artist beyond reproach. No ego, just joy and gift. Has played with everyone and they all love him. Santana calls him "the annointed".
Blind Faith, Can't find my way home
This is amazing
steve winwood with jimmi hendrix was great.
And in blind faith.
Did he play on Electric Ladyland?
@@pablo19136 yes, voodoo Chile ( blues )
I've always wanted to hear Windwood and Petter Gabriel do a record
Steve's played on a fair few Gabriel songs I believe?
I don't believe they have ever collaborated. John Paul Jones has worked with Peter Gabriel. Steve has quite an illustrious career as a sideman but working with Pete sadly has not occurred. I wish it was true. 2 huge prog rock Legends
Excellent!
The 1972 live Traffic concert at Santa Monica is fantastic.
Holy shit...what an amazing interview. This conversation/interview is music history. AWESOME!!!!
Top blokes!
Not only you peter g. But also this interview with s.w. Is Fantastic.
Good questions, Jonesy!
Come on Jonesy! "You didn't sing in the Spencer Davis Group did you?" Haha!
....unbelievable. Poor Steve...to have to correct him. At least do your homework. Basic questions...answered with such grace.
At one time Jonesy refers to Spencer David! 🤣
He’s always like that! He has great conversations, but he reminds me of Larry King back in the day who made a point of never doing research on his guests and always made clueless comments 😂. That, and this, is always refreshing.
Dr mr Winwood play us a toon
Make it snappy
I’m guessing he’s referring to his solo career when he says he never released a live album. He’s done it with Traffic and Ginger Baker’s Air Force.
The true mr fantasy
Saw Traffic back in the 70's . Winwood is an amazing musician
His 80's music is his best music
This guy is an under rated genius
He's not underrated by his fellow musicians!
Well I saw him open for Tom Petty and they didn't even let him have a sound check, therefore, he had all kinds of problems. Sorry I love Tom, But Steve is the bigger star. Made me sad to see him so overlooked.
Su voz es inconfundible😍forever
The two Steves...top blokes.
great interview
I saw with Traffic in 70' Wood, Capaldi, Winwood. It was a great concert, of thousands during that era, one of the top five. Winwood, the lone survivor. Along with Levon Helm, the great white singers of that era. Capaldi was under rated. That I know more about Winwood's vocal work than a professional radio man must mean he made a name somewhere else. Never heard of him.
Steve Winwood
...a proper jazz rock geezer!!
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Legend
Love Steve ❤️
such a wise man
Brummie legend. Nice one Jonesy!
gimme some lovin on a Life cd set always brought me up beat ya know; yea, Windwood's on that-big keyboard line.also, lydon recorded his last PiL lp at Windwood's country studio FYI.