You see the band U.K. performing during a TV show (not a real videoclip). I edited out some disturbing parts (mostly shots of bored teenagers in the audience) and also added some pictures in an attempt to enhance the song's story+atmosphere. A great song indeed, TXS for your reply!
Thank you so much for this. The Danger Money album always made me think of lone mercenaries, assassins and the MI agents. The feel of this album, for me, has a temperature, you know, where the metal touches your skin and you cannot tell if it is scalding hot or ice cold. It is pure brilliance and it is timeless.
It's 5 o'clock Driving down Park Lane As London leaves For the weekend again Through the dark city streets In the clinging rain I take my car Towards the Thames And Waterloo Rendezvous 6: 02 Rendezvous 6: 02 Was that a face I saw? No, just a trick of light It's getting clearer now But moving out of sight It's cold and late And I can't miss that train I turn around Walk through the arch Of Waterloo Rendezvous 6: 02 Rendezvous 6: 02 Rendezvous 6: 02 Rendezvous 6: 02 I saw the same hooded face He beckoned me from the gate Did you not know, my friend? Ten years ago was the end After the war Waterloo was no more But your ticket states There is one train It's leaving now And there is a place Remember my face And Waterloo
I am seeing such a resurgence of interest in this band, and in others like them- this, is a beautiful thing. As a kid, the music of Holdsworth, U.K., Bruford, Weather Report, etc. Gave me an alternative to, say, warrant, motley Crüe, and whatever other drivel was shoveled through media.
Quand le monde fléchit autour de soi, quand les structures d’une civilisation vacillent, il est bon de revenir à ce qui, dans l’histoire, ne fléchit pas, mais au contraire redresse le courage, rassemble les séparés, pacifie sans meurtrir. Il est bon de rappeler que le génie de la création est, lui aussi, à l’œuvre dans une histoire vouée à la destruction - RIP John , talentueux et puissant musicien.....
I have no idea what made me think of this song after not having heard it for over 20 years, but I thank you for putting out where I can experience the joy of hearing it again as well as the video. Thank you!!!
It was very sad to hear that John Wetton had passed. Personally, for me he was a masterful and innovative musician. He played with many bands, Family, Mogul Thrash... but most notably, King Crimson, UK & ASIA. To pay proper homage, I posted 5 UK Live tunes. R.I.P. John, you will be truly missed. Night After Night: th-cam.com/video/n4tlbh28ycg/w-d-xo.html Rendezvous 602: th-cam.com/video/17DCtfr3Y-Q/w-d-xo.html Presto Vivace - In The Dead Of Night: th-cam.com/video/H9hpbwGKOVw/w-d-xo.html Time to Kill: th-cam.com/video/Rlg9z8ucUHE/w-d-xo.html Caesars Palace Blues: th-cam.com/video/LB8AwKbBc0Q/w-d-xo.html
For all purposes...*the* video for the song! Nice work! Saw the reunited U.K. this past May in NYC; it was as powerful as it must have been back then. Wetton's voice hadn't changed a bit.
To those who asked for the original source video I used for my 'tribute': I'm sorry but I can't upload that one, but I'm sure you can find it elsewhere on youtube (as I did). BTW that version has bad audio and the last part of the song was completely missing. Be sure I used all available band material in my version. Greetings!
This may have been the one last tunes Wetton used his right hand pn without a pick. Some of the other tracks on "Danger Money" he'd switched over. As a bassist and music journalist (former Assistant Editor for "Bassics," contributor for "Bass Player,") and long-time fan of Wetton, I always admired his bass playing. But when he switched over to a pick on the "Danger Money" album his bass playing became less impressive in my opinion. I don't know if it was for health reasons (i.e. carpal tunnel syndrome or tendonitis or to concentrate more on his vocals -- which I'll always dig). Still, glad to see him still in the game. His work w/ Family on "Fearless," "Bandstand, with King Crimson and on the first UK album (and subsequent bootlegs) will always remain some of my favorites.
It may well have been. I understand he had a serious muscular injury that necessitated him having to switch to a pick. I'm just saying I preferred his bass playing before that event.
Robert Kaye The carpal tunnel is a fairly recent ailment for Wetton, which is why he used a pick taped to his thumb in the Asia reunion tours. I think he switched to the pick for more tactile control since not only was he playing the bass lines from Danger Money onward, but also using his bass as a kind of substitute rhythm/harmony guitar on Asia songs like Time Again. In solo concerts (before carpal tunnel took hold) he was using both techniques, depending on the song.
+Robert Kaye Carpal Tunnel and related disorders are miserable. It really broke down Keith Emerson, too. Chris Squire used a pick but then he was like no other. Piano/keys player here. I had lots of physical therapy and carpal tunnel surgery eventually. It helped but once nerve damage sets in, it often lingers.
I saw this band in Memphis TN Mid South Coliseum in 79-80 They were awesome. The set up was different than many other bands that I had seen at the time. What I mean is they were all at the front of the stage. The keyboardist also played violin and hand keyboards on three sides and many foot pedals. Wetton was in the middle and Bozio on the left side. Bozio used a lot of roto toms not your standards toms. They were impressive. I believe they warmed up for Tull.
This to me was one of the best albums of all time! So much versatility in it and Wetton was at his peak creatively and vocally so powerful...Such a great concept hard driving album....a gem of progressive rock....short lived but great band...bruford, jobson, bozzio, what a line up. If you can get the sound and video together better it would be great. I saw them open for jethro tull as well and I went to see them more than tull...girlfreind intro-ed me to them....awesome stuff..
Everything I've watched that you've put on TH-cam has been superb! I can't wait to see the next one of your play list. It's really kind of mind-boggling that your taste in music Parallels mine (apologies to YES' song on GFTO). LOL
wonderfull song , wonderfull clip .. while enjoying the music for several decades i never saw them 'live' :-) , this is as close as it gets i guess ... well done
@robbot1964 That's fantastic job. Can you upload the original video as well? Just for me being a completist :) Plus, I'd like to see what John does on bass 4:18 to 4:30, if it's shown. Also UK videos seems to be terribly rare
Style of Yes, Nice, ELP. Great song. Only an inferior live version to be found on Spotify and iTunes. Soundtrack to 1980 German road movie "Das Ziel" by Hartmut Griesmayer.
Great song, nicely made tribute, well done and thanks for sharing it through TH-cam. Think I must have the album somewhere....well, perhaps this is a better way for a rendezvous with my memories... :-)
R.I.P. John Wetton. One of the best-ever singers in prog, rock or pop. And one of the top bassists too. Irreplaceable.
The most beautiful song I have ever heard. This song will haunt me for the rest of my life. RIP, Sir Wetton.
What a jewel of the good days of prog rock
RIP John Wetton......what agreat songs you wrote...
another bass genius with a voice.
I had the LP in 79. The pleasure is the same 35 years later ! Thx for the post.
RIP John Wetton.. farewell.. and thanks for all the great music. :'(
You see the band U.K. performing during a TV show (not a real videoclip). I edited out some disturbing parts (mostly shots of bored teenagers in the audience) and also added some pictures in an attempt to enhance the song's story+atmosphere. A great song indeed, TXS for your reply!
The great John Wetton!
That is my favorite UK song!! Awesome
Me too. Really
Thank you so much for this.
The Danger Money album always made me think of lone mercenaries, assassins and the MI agents. The feel of this album, for me, has a temperature, you know, where the metal touches your skin and you cannot tell if it is scalding hot or ice cold. It is pure brilliance and it is timeless.
It's 5 o'clock
Driving down Park Lane
As London leaves
For the weekend again
Through the dark city streets
In the clinging rain
I take my car
Towards the Thames
And Waterloo
Rendezvous 6: 02
Rendezvous 6: 02
Was that a face I saw?
No, just a trick of light
It's getting clearer now
But moving out of sight
It's cold and late
And I can't miss that train
I turn around
Walk through the arch
Of Waterloo
Rendezvous 6: 02
Rendezvous 6: 02
Rendezvous 6: 02
Rendezvous 6: 02
I saw the same hooded face
He beckoned me from the gate
Did you not know, my friend?
Ten years ago was the end
After the war
Waterloo was no more
But your ticket states
There is one train
It's leaving now
And there is a place
Remember my face
And Waterloo
Best album of 1979.
way to use odd time signatures to perfection! what a tune! front row in 1979!
I am seeing such a resurgence of interest in this band, and in others like them- this, is a beautiful thing.
As a kid, the music of Holdsworth, U.K., Bruford, Weather Report, etc.
Gave me an alternative to, say, warrant, motley Crüe, and whatever other drivel was shoveled through media.
R.I.P. John Wetton. You will be missed so much. I am heartbroken, as are millions of fans.
Se nos fue un grande, que genio John.....
True masterpiece
Seen this band with Jethro Tull in 1979 MSG in NY Great Show
Long Beach Arena, Long Beach, CA. Holy Moly!
Quand le monde fléchit autour de soi, quand les structures d’une civilisation vacillent, il est bon de revenir à ce qui, dans l’histoire, ne fléchit pas, mais au contraire redresse le courage, rassemble les séparés, pacifie sans meurtrir. Il est bon de rappeler que le génie de la création est, lui aussi, à l’œuvre dans une histoire vouée à la destruction - RIP John , talentueux et puissant musicien.....
Great tune! UK was a much lesser known but talent-rich, classically trained progressive band. My favourite genre then and now..
Recuerdo de la juventud y la banda, cuando había tiempo sin prisas, para escuchar UK
Love and miss this. RIP John... I will always remember UK with Bruford and Bozzio. Please live long Mr. Holdsworth.
Thanks! Still one the most haunting, and romantic keyboard pieces I've ever heard.. I have always loved the song.. Great vid!
What do you get when you cross ELP with King Crimson?
UK!
I have to agree with that. Nothing has beat those times and music yet!!
grew up with this music , will never forget it. thanks
R.I.P. John Wetton (1949-2017) - bass, lead and backing vocals, guitar
I have no idea what made me think of this song after not having heard it for over 20 years, but I thank you for putting out where I can experience the joy of hearing it again as well as the video. Thank you!!!
Master piece of masters of progressive to all times¡¡
It was very sad to hear that John Wetton had passed. Personally, for me
he was a masterful and innovative musician. He played with many bands,
Family, Mogul Thrash... but most notably, King Crimson, UK & ASIA.
To pay proper homage, I posted 5 UK Live tunes. R.I.P. John, you will be
truly missed.
Night After Night: th-cam.com/video/n4tlbh28ycg/w-d-xo.html
Rendezvous 602: th-cam.com/video/17DCtfr3Y-Q/w-d-xo.html
Presto Vivace - In The Dead Of Night: th-cam.com/video/H9hpbwGKOVw/w-d-xo.html
Time to Kill: th-cam.com/video/Rlg9z8ucUHE/w-d-xo.html
Caesars Palace Blues: th-cam.com/video/LB8AwKbBc0Q/w-d-xo.html
remember my brother coming home with this album after school. on a rainy day in Holland. playing on our record player and ejoying. still so great.
Love this song - they have some wicked tunes, talented band
jobson and wetton forever
J'adore !!
Que de souvenirs !!!
Merci pour cette video
For all purposes...*the* video for the song! Nice work! Saw the reunited U.K. this past May in NYC; it was as powerful as it must have been back then. Wetton's voice hadn't changed a bit.
adore this song
Very nice tribute to a great band. And one of their best songs. RIP John & Allan!
Chanson triste mais si belle
The whole album is true masterpiece.
Una joya musical que resiste el paso del tiempo
R.I.P J. Wetton. You will be missed dear friend!
I love the tempo change into the instrumental section especially, great track. Nice vid, thanks.
Nice job on the video! R.I.P. John Wetton, thanks for everything! :-(
Excellent compilation of images and performance.Going to see them sanz Bozzio this month in NYC. One of my absolute favorite albums. Cheers.
Definitely one of my faves. Loved and still love UK.
To those who asked for the original source video I used for my 'tribute': I'm sorry but I can't upload that one, but I'm sure you can find it elsewhere on youtube (as I did). BTW that version has bad audio and the last part of the song was completely missing. Be sure I used all available band material in my version. Greetings!
Rest In Peace and thanks so much for rthis wonderfull song
Beautiful song, even after so many years. I wish I could have purchased it through iTunes.
Love this song, very dreamy.
great to hear this son after so many years. thanks!
Many thanks for uploading this video....great upload. Brings back so many happy memories. These guys are gods for sure.
Beauty, Beauty Video !
These images ... From Saturday Night Classic - B.B.C./1979
Great !
שָׁלוֹם
my favorite UK song.
Love this tune. The whole album was great...
Superbe morceau !
I was looking for this song for ages. I love it very much
Me THE same👍
This may have been the one last tunes Wetton used his right hand pn without a pick. Some of the other tracks on "Danger Money" he'd switched over. As a bassist and music journalist (former Assistant Editor for "Bassics," contributor for "Bass Player,") and long-time fan of Wetton, I always admired his bass playing. But when he switched over to a pick on the "Danger Money" album his bass playing became less impressive in my opinion. I don't know if it was for health reasons (i.e. carpal tunnel syndrome or tendonitis or to concentrate more on his vocals -- which I'll always dig). Still, glad to see him still in the game. His work w/ Family on "Fearless," "Bandstand, with King Crimson and on the first UK album (and subsequent bootlegs) will always remain some of my favorites.
And yet that pick sound ended up being important in Asia if in a simple way. JMHO. : )
It may well have been. I understand he had a serious muscular injury that necessitated him having to switch to a pick. I'm just saying I preferred his bass playing before that event.
Robert Kaye
The carpal tunnel is a fairly recent ailment for Wetton, which is why he used a pick taped to his thumb in the Asia reunion tours. I think he switched to the pick for more tactile control since not only was he playing the bass lines from Danger Money onward, but also using his bass as a kind of substitute rhythm/harmony guitar on Asia songs like Time Again. In solo concerts (before carpal tunnel took hold) he was using both techniques, depending on the song.
+Robert Kaye Carpal Tunnel and related disorders are miserable. It really broke down Keith Emerson, too.
Chris Squire used a pick but then he was like no other.
Piano/keys player here. I had lots of physical therapy and carpal tunnel surgery eventually. It helped but once nerve damage sets in, it often lingers.
one of my favorite bands of the 70ies !
I saw this band in Memphis TN Mid South Coliseum in 79-80 They were awesome. The set up was different than many other bands that I had seen at the time. What I mean is they were all at the front of the stage. The keyboardist also played violin and hand keyboards on three sides and many foot pedals. Wetton was in the middle and Bozio on the left side. Bozio used a lot of roto toms not your standards toms. They were impressive. I believe they warmed up for Tull.
thank you for posting.. i miss him so...
Don't see why you ain't asking for money! That bubble bath is cool and shots of napoleon aint bad neither!
Great job and a great song!
SEL
One of the first vinyl I owned a long time ago. It was I think a live at Budokan.
Amazing song prefigures Asia
Pasaran los años y este tema sera como escucharlo por primera vez,,,,exelente melodia !!!
One of my all-time favorite Prog Rock groups... their run was far too short. R.I.P. John Wetton.
I had all three on vinyl (including the "live" album). Lost them in flood damage in the early 90s. After that, I just began collecting CDs instead...
beyond thrilled that I met Eddie Jobson.. Happy Birthday John Wetton !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! rip JW & AH
Great Job indeed thank You!Superb.
Hats off to both the band and the video tribute !
Love that synth line! Reminds me of Alphaville.
Mystic and seductive music
This to me was one of the best albums of all time! So much versatility in it and Wetton was at his peak creatively and vocally so powerful...Such a great concept hard driving album....a gem of progressive rock....short lived but great band...bruford, jobson, bozzio, what a line up. If you can get the sound and video together better it would be great. I saw them open for jethro tull as well and I went to see them more than tull...girlfreind intro-ed me to them....awesome stuff..
John Wetton and former legendary guitarist for U K Allan HOLDSWORTH RIP.
Everything I've watched that you've put on TH-cam has been superb! I can't wait to see the next one of your play list. It's really kind of mind-boggling that your taste in music Parallels mine (apologies to YES' song on GFTO). LOL
wonderfull song , wonderfull clip .. while enjoying the music for several decades i never saw them 'live' :-) , this is as close as it gets i guess ... well done
Great! Loved it!
Thanks for your effort! I really love it.
Superbe! Merci!
@robbot1964 That's fantastic job. Can you upload the original video as well? Just for me being a completist :) Plus, I'd like to see what John does on bass 4:18 to 4:30, if it's shown. Also UK videos seems to be terribly rare
Simply "BRILLIANT" ! ! [Thanx]
Thanks Scott! Seems you have a ultrafine musical taste.
Yes is great too, saw them live maybe 7-8 times. Love 'em!!
Awesome video! Very nice work, thanks for posting!
May you rest in peace, John Wetton.
Brilliant song.....Toughyfull.....
The lyric is curiously vague. As the OP put it, 'supernatural.' It's otherworldly, dream-like. A mood piece.
Style of Yes, Nice, ELP. Great song.
Only an inferior live version to be found on Spotify and iTunes.
Soundtrack to 1980 German road movie "Das Ziel" by Hartmut Griesmayer.
Nice job! I enjoyed that.
Danger Money, best album of '79 along with The Wall.
RIP John Wetton. A great loss.
These guys are coming to the US this spring cant wait to see them
thanks! for your great work .
Wow, you definitely did the album justice. I thoroughly enjoyed the video. I count their concert that I saw in college as one of the best!!
thx !!! remembering my 17 years !!!
Great song, nicely made tribute, well done and thanks for sharing it through TH-cam. Think I must have the album somewhere....well, perhaps this is a better way for a rendezvous with my memories... :-)
Well done my friend. Thank you.
nice job, boss! thanks for putting this together
lost JW today...what a legend...😔
Miming. Anyway it's wonderful atmposheric music... never could spell
Ohhhh bubbles!!!