I like that second song choice, reminds me for those Bay Area songs on the way to the Bay Area. It’s a thrill in Las Vegas, even better than San Francisco.
I mean yes it's The-Weeknd, but on what planet is "Blinding Lights" NOT appropriate in Vegas? It wasn't used back in 2013 only because it didn't exist then. Also check out that In-N-Out Burger sign both directions on I-15, a lesser "only in Vegas" treat. Only wish this could have been after Allegiant Stadium (new home of the Raid-uhs!) opened along I-15. Great remix, Jim! 👍
Great remix. I loved the transition at 6:01. Las Vegas never disappoints and you ride shows that it's bigger than I thought it would be before I visited there.
A great remix ... good to see you back and not just posting videos for the sake of posting videos. Also able to see just how great the difference in picture clarity from then to now with you filming in 4k
Thanks, I'm NOT filming in 4K, this was the same footage that was used in 2013, I just know who to "tweak" it better than I did then, that's why it looks better.
Nice ride! Always liked seeing Vegas's infrastructure and you did a good job on the remix- great ride! Really enjoyed the video and always do! Always makes my day!
What a driving experience, would be amazing to drive in the USA, it's on my bucket list. What a spectacular sunset! Thank you so much for sharing, have an awesome day! 🙂
❤️❤️❤️❤️. Always a great one! Everytime i hear the intro music, i settle in and chill out! Watching these videos helps me relax and forget about the world for a few. In case I’ve never mentioned it!!
Perhaps you should bring back that "Chelsea Morning" credit. It's become so much your signature that I've seen other people call it the "Freewayjim theme". 😉
That Weeknd song choice was basically perfect for the segment of the video, and doubly so considering the "Sin City" line and the fact that it's a Vegas-based song. When do you plan to start traveling again? When you do, I recommend you to come to Texas again. Your last Austin video was a long long while back and our skyline looks very different now
Nice drive Jim! Neat of you to use modern music, did not expect that! I know new trips are some time away considering how things are now, but Phoenix actually has a skyline now which would be nice to check out. And if you wanna keep your plans in the Northeast, go ahead! NYC has some new stuff I think you would like
Just for grins n giggles, I watched the original (13-50) last night while doing my usual exercise routine. Sure do like that massive new smart TV we bought last year! Memories of our 2nd trip thru Vegas, also in 2013, come flooding back. I kinda' like how they're mixing pop tunes these days. A little heavy on the compression. I'll take it! 😎
Rare to hear current music in your videos (by current I mean a current or recent AT 40 hit), but that fit so well. Weeknd "Blinding Lights" was WAY too overplayed in 2020, great song but got very tired of hearing it after maybe 4 months or so. But in this video it fits perfectly.
LOL thanks, well I'm in my late 50s so I'm not in tune with current "popular" music but I too heard that song a lot (without trying mind you) and felt it had the right elements and would work in the right spot as far as a video goes, glad you agree.
@@InterstateRaziTV That doesn't mean it fits this kind of a video, many songs have connections to cities through TV and movie that I would probably not use.
Amazing! Next year in the 2022 season u should update the intro but still use the Chelsea loft track but when the FWJ logo pops up add a car sound effect
Even though it's highly unlikely you're do a road trip this year, it's great to see you're still kicking with these new videos- even the remixes. Also I noticed for this remixed video that you offered no commentary at the end. I'm guessing you're getting tired of doing it. I actually grew into enjoying your thoughts at the end. :)
Thanks, I probably won't go anywhere but you never know. I just did not feel like doing a commentary on this one, the video, for whatever reason was kind of a struggle for me, I just wanted to wrap it up.
Random: You must be based out of GA. If so that is cool to see someome from my homestate make videos like this. I really enjoy the virtual roadtrips. Keep it going!!!
@@Freewayjim I figured bc the intros were either the the I-85/Buford Hwy Conn and the downtown Connector near 10 & 14th streets. Videos like this make me miss my hometown (Atlanta/Clayton Co.). Keep it up. You just earned another subscriber!🙂
I-15 through Las Vegas forms a backbone Interstate highway through the metro area. Also, I love what the LV Spaghetti Bowl used to look like before adding HOV ramps until they're around since the late 2010s to help improve traffic (I mean the project is called Project Neon).
Sorry I am late! Have been a big fan for now 5 years. Any more videos coming soon? I watch all of them through TV! Keep it up. The sound tracks are amazing.
I visited here in 2018. It was HOT…but cool. 😁. Somehow Vegas was smaller than id originally pictured. Ok question: i asked once how you did your camera setup, and you told me, but i don’t remember hardly any of it. lol. Except that you used bricks to hold down the tripod or something to that effect. Could you possibly tell me again? I would like to maybe film a bit on my Christmas trip.
Metro Las Vegas has roughly the same population as Metro Pittsburgh, Austin and Cincinnati. Here's the video of my camera setup. th-cam.com/video/ApDqCR7T5bA/w-d-xo.html
Was REALLY surprised when I heard you remix with a recent chart topper! A bit worried that it may get DMCA'd but if you don't monetize it's probably not a big deal. I know you favor tracks from the past, but hope you add more recent tracks to future remixes!
I'm aware that the bridge in Long Beach is done, I live in Atlanta so it's niot like I can go out there on a whim. As for new videos, I really don't know, I don't have anything planned right now.
Jim I have a few questions for you. What photo cropping software do you use to get those signs nice and cropped. 2nd. How did you make the sign templates?
I thought the original was fine as it was, this is better because I'm able to make the video footage look better withngs I've learned over the years and it was an excuse to use "Blinding Lights".
From Las Vegas have freeways, even though I-15 is Las Vegas Freeway and other freeways I-515 Great Basin Highway, that would be instead from Nevada on Google Maps that I seen.
They seem to maintain lighting on there interstate lighting and overhead freeway signs I remember when Alabama used to maintain every interstate and lights better, I wonder why they don’t use the lights on the sign if there still up there? To much money? Not sure
I-15 was rebuilt through the Vegas strip as well and I-515/US 95 at the end of the video will soon become part of I-11. So much has changed now from 2013
@@jadentaylor8 I have no idea to be honest. I normally don't go into making videos with the idea of using a certian artist, I look for what fits the footage and the mood and go from there, sometimes I'll try 5-10 or more songs until I find what I think "feels" right.
Have you noticed the gas prices is skyrocketing in your area due to Ukraine and Russia war which is ongoing? California gas prices went up as high as $7+/gallon in some area in Los Angeles. Here's in Tennessee, it is $3.99/gallon. This the recent gas prices at the time of writing of this comment.
@@itsyourboyquetinbrown2939 LMAO, whatever, just to be clear, you want unsub the channel because I won't travel and film the route you want, do you have any idea how silly that is? this takes time and money to do, be real.
Came for a drive and some music...
Stayed for the drive; music; lights and blinding ambiance!
Let em' roll!
Thank you for watching!
I always watch approx. every other month or so…..this specific video brings me so much joy! I miss home!!😢
I'm glad you enjoy it, thank you for watching!
I like that second song choice, reminds me for those Bay Area songs on the way to the Bay Area. It’s a thrill in Las Vegas, even better than San Francisco.
Thank you
I mean yes it's The-Weeknd, but on what planet is "Blinding Lights" NOT appropriate in Vegas? It wasn't used back in 2013 only because it didn't exist then. Also check out that In-N-Out Burger sign both directions on I-15, a lesser "only in Vegas" treat. Only wish this could have been after Allegiant Stadium (new home of the Raid-uhs!) opened along I-15. Great remix, Jim! 👍
@@richellebrittain2127 Thanks!
I've lived here for 16 years and never get tired of seeing the city's lights come on at dusk.
I love how you added the music to a Great View In the Freeway! It fits great, and I really think you channel should be supported!
Thank you very much!
Great remix. I loved the transition at 6:01. Las Vegas never disappoints and you ride shows that it's bigger than I thought it would be before I visited there.
Thank you! Agreed on Vegas, I've enjoyed my visits there as well.
BRO USING BLINDING LIGHTS INTO THE END For stage 2 was soooooooooooooooooooooooooooo genius it goes so well with the glow
Thank you very much!
@@Freewayjim when are u gonna uplouad a new video?
@@Wadeadelphia76ers I don't know, being honest.
Great drive Jim! It was even more exciting this time around! Great song choices.
I appreciate that, thank you much!
@@Freewayjim Have you gone anywhere for the last two years Jim?
@@roxannecampbell5352 No, I have not unfortunatley.
Enjoyed the music choices. Really heightened the experience of the ride!
Thank you!
A great remix ... good to see you back and not just posting videos for the sake of posting videos. Also able to see just how great the difference in picture clarity from then to now with you filming in 4k
Thanks, I'm NOT filming in 4K, this was the same footage that was used in 2013, I just know who to "tweak" it better than I did then, that's why it looks better.
Great Music and Traveling Video Content have a Great day/night
Thank you very much!
Nice ride! Always liked seeing Vegas's infrastructure and you did a good job on the remix- great ride! Really enjoyed the video and always do! Always makes my day!
Thank you very much!
Sunsets always look awesome in your videos from out west!
Thank you, I try to be out at the right time to get them and have gotten lucky with that a few times.
Blinding Lights fit that northbound segment perfectly. Good choice!
Thank you very much!
I love how I forget about this channel and then remember about it and come back every time there's a Las Vegas upload
Thanks for the remix. I love visiting and driving through the Las Vegas valley and the desert.
Thank you! I enjoy the Vegas area as well.
One of my two favorite places! I've only flown in, so it's cool to see the highway view at night. But I wouldn't consider it a thrill to drive!
It's a fun drive.
Driving around Vegas, especially on I-15 is fun, don't knock it.
What a driving experience, would be amazing to drive in the USA, it's on my bucket list. What a spectacular sunset! Thank you so much for sharing, have an awesome day! 🙂
Thank you for the comment and for watching!
Hello, I'm watching from Japan.
I also want to run once in the brilliance of Las Vegas.
This video will make that dream come true.
Thank you and I hope you get there, Vegas is a place everyone should see at least once.
Glad to see another upload. Love your videos. Been following you for awhile now.
Thank you very much for that.
❤️❤️❤️❤️. Always a great one! Everytime i hear the intro music, i settle in and chill out! Watching these videos helps me relax and forget about the world for a few. In case I’ve never mentioned it!!
Thank you and thank you for mewntioning that, it makes me happy to read things like that.
Perhaps you should bring back that "Chelsea Morning" credit. It's become so much your signature that I've seen other people call it the "Freewayjim theme". 😉
@@richellebrittain2127 I may do that.
Finally to see our man back in town!
Jim, this is absolutely fantastic! I thank you!
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!
@@Freewayjim Does your channel have Loverboy for the videos?
@@roxannecampbell5352 Great question, No I have not used them but a few of thier songs have been under consideration a few times over the years.
That Weeknd song choice was basically perfect for the segment of the video, and doubly so considering the "Sin City" line and the fact that it's a Vegas-based song. When do you plan to start traveling again? When you do, I recommend you to come to Texas again. Your last Austin video was a long long while back and our skyline looks very different now
Thank you very much! I really don't know when I'll travel again and it'll probably be a while before I get to Austin.
This is Very Cool! Glad that you Remastered your First Las Vegas video!!
Thank you, glad you liked it.
Terrific Video Jim, with great music! Hope you and your family are doing well!
Thank you very much, all is good.
Blinding lights really had me more interested into this remix great video 👍
Thanks!
Nice drive Jim! Neat of you to use modern music, did not expect that! I know new trips are some time away considering how things are now, but Phoenix actually has a skyline now which would be nice to check out. And if you wanna keep your plans in the Northeast, go ahead! NYC has some new stuff I think you would like
I've been to NYC many times, not an easy place to film, not sure where or what is next to be honest.
@@Freewayjim Did you edit your video and see the commentary?
@@roxannecampbell5352 I did not do a commentary at all for this one, just didnt feel like it was needed.
Awesome video!! Thanks for the ride 👍
Thank you!
Just for grins n giggles, I watched the original (13-50) last night while doing my usual exercise routine. Sure do like that massive new smart TV we bought last year! Memories of our 2nd trip thru Vegas, also in 2013, come flooding back. I kinda' like how they're mixing pop tunes these days. A little heavy on the compression. I'll take it! 😎
Thanks, congrats on the TV, new tech for the win!
Perfect song choices!
Thank you!
Great song choices
I’m loving these remixes
Glad to hear it, thank you!
Very creative feeling like watching "Steven Spielberg" movie!
Thank you!
Rare to hear current music in your videos (by current I mean a current or recent AT 40 hit), but that fit so well. Weeknd "Blinding Lights" was WAY too overplayed in 2020, great song but got very tired of hearing it after maybe 4 months or so. But in this video it fits perfectly.
LOL thanks, well I'm in my late 50s so I'm not in tune with current "popular" music but I too heard that song a lot (without trying mind you) and felt it had the right elements and would work in the right spot as far as a video goes, glad you agree.
Good for the city, Jim! I really enjoy this!
Thank you!
Thank you for putting blinding lights☺
Cool, glad you liked it.
Very nice Video excellent music 👍
Thank you!
brilliant work!
Thank you!
THANK YOU for sharing this video
Awesome Time Lapse Drive Jim! Next time when you do a video on it you should play the Who Are You song from The Who?
Wait, VenomPlaysRB watches FWJ? I say that’s cool.
Thanks, not sure that's a good song choice for a video, there are better options, never liked that song to begin with either.
@@Freewayjim Well it fits for Vegas and considering the fact that the song is well known from the hit TV drama CSI: Las Vegas
@@InterstateRaziTV That doesn't mean it fits this kind of a video, many songs have connections to cities through TV and movie that I would probably not use.
The music police say a big, fat NO to "Who are you". I know, I checked a couple of years ago.
Amazing! Next year in the 2022 season u should update the intro but still use the Chelsea loft track but when the FWJ logo pops up add a car sound effect
Thanks, I'll always use Chelsea Loft, yeah I'm sure I'll update the intro at some point.
Even though it's highly unlikely you're do a road trip this year, it's great to see you're still kicking with these new videos- even the remixes.
Also I noticed for this remixed video that you offered no commentary at the end. I'm guessing you're getting tired of doing it. I actually grew into enjoying your thoughts at the end. :)
Thanks, I probably won't go anywhere but you never know. I just did not feel like doing a commentary on this one, the video, for whatever reason was kind of a struggle for me, I just wanted to wrap it up.
wonderful video
Thank you!
Viva Las Vegas!
I get the joke
I went to las vegas a few weeks ago it's a really intresting place so many things to see and explorer
Random: You must be based out of GA. If so that is cool to see someome from my homestate make videos like this. I really enjoy the virtual roadtrips. Keep it going!!!
Yes, I live in the metro Atlanta area, thank you.
@@Freewayjim I figured bc the intros were either the the I-85/Buford Hwy Conn and the downtown Connector near 10 & 14th streets. Videos like this make me miss my hometown (Atlanta/Clayton Co.). Keep it up. You just earned another subscriber!🙂
@@periodstory1156 Thank you!
I-15 through Las Vegas forms a backbone Interstate highway through the metro area. Also, I love what the LV Spaghetti Bowl used to look like before adding HOV ramps until they're around since the late 2010s to help improve traffic (I mean the project is called Project Neon).
Awesome video, Jim. If anything, I forgot your schedule of uploading.
Thanks, I don't have one right now, don't know when the next video will be.
@@Freewayjim oh that's fine.
Sorry I am late! Have been a big fan for now 5 years. Any more videos coming soon? I watch all of them through TV! Keep it up. The sound tracks are amazing.
Thank you for watching, sorry but I don't have anything planned right now.
I really hope Las Vegas gets even bigger than it is now
Las Vegas Is Ment To Be This Way
I visited here in 2018. It was HOT…but cool. 😁. Somehow Vegas was smaller than id originally pictured.
Ok question: i asked once how you did your camera setup, and you told me, but i don’t remember hardly any of it. lol. Except that you used bricks to hold down the tripod or something to that effect. Could you possibly tell me again? I would like to maybe film a bit on my Christmas trip.
Metro Las Vegas has roughly the same population as Metro Pittsburgh, Austin and Cincinnati. Here's the video of my camera setup. th-cam.com/video/ApDqCR7T5bA/w-d-xo.html
@@Freewayjim awesome! Thank you sir! Wishing you a great Christmas my friend!
@@EphemeralProductions Thank you, Merry Christmas to you and yours and safe travels.
Love the 2nd song! Good choice.
Much appreciated, thanks!
Good Morning! Jim.
Good Morning
always badass !
Thank you!
Awww yeah another FWJ video been a bit good to see the remixes still happening.
Thank you
I think we should start calling you DJ Freewayjim 😉
LOL, i'll take it, thanks
Jim, you should come to El Paso. There is a new toll highway along the border that comes out of the wall and it's like going down the Rio Grande.
Been there twice but not since the mew toll road has been built, probably won't be going that way anytime soon.
Was REALLY surprised when I heard you remix with a recent chart topper! A bit worried that it may get DMCA'd but if you don't monetize it's probably not a big deal. I know you favor tracks from the past, but hope you add more recent tracks to future remixes!
I don't monetize my videos, I'll use recent tracks if they are good (a big if) and will "work".
I'm sure you heard about the mudslides in Glenwood Canyon last week. I 70 IS CLOSED from Silverthorne to to Glenwood springs
Yes I have.
exactly 8 years and 10 days ago
Gotta see Vegas some day
Yes, I highly erecommend it!
¡So cool!
I heard that they finished the Long Beach Bridge. Maybe try and see it, would be a nice video at night. Very nice with the Long Beach Skyline!
Also, when do you plan to return making videos again?
I'm aware that the bridge in Long Beach is done, I live in Atlanta so it's niot like I can go out there on a whim. As for new videos, I really don't know, I don't have anything planned right now.
Jim I have a few questions for you. What photo cropping software do you use to get those signs nice and cropped. 2nd. How did you make the sign templates?
I crop the photos in Adobe Lightroom and the sign templates were made in Microsoft PowerPoint.
@@Freewayjim I’m new at this. I just want to document some of my motorcycle trips. I don’t want to get as fancy as you. Just nice and neat.
@@Hurricane96 That's cool, you do what you can and what you feel is necessary for what you are trying to accomplish.
Do you have any plans of what's in store for this year?
Not at the moment, no.
Nice Ride Jim
Thank you!
Nice video! How did you find "Musetta"? Even in her Italian city Milan they don't really know this band 😊
Thanks, I first heard Musetta years ago on an internet station called smoothlounge.com
@@Freewayjim great. And great musical choices in general, for your videos...
@@andreabertaglio6275 Thank you!
@@Freewayjim what about a playlist on Spotify in which you collect all the songs of your videos? 😉
@@andreabertaglio6275 I don't use spotify.
You should check out Vegas now I-15 is rebraided and the Resort's world and Circa is open plus the new stadium.
I've been there two other times since this video, 2016 and 2019 and there are videos on this channel in the corresponding seasons.
Jim, how do you feel about the original before remixing into this?
I thought the original was fine as it was, this is better because I'm able to make the video footage look better withngs I've learned over the years and it was an excuse to use "Blinding Lights".
Las Vegas sure looks pretty ✨✨✨✨♠️♠️♠️
Awesome!
Thank you.
Too good 👍
Thank you!
Love it. Forgot how much gas cost back then.
Thanks!
Great song choices for your video.
Do you know where I can get some royalty free music?
Thanks and no, sorry i don't.
From Las Vegas have freeways, even though I-15 is Las Vegas Freeway and other freeways I-515 Great Basin Highway, that would be instead from Nevada on Google Maps that I seen.
What are you doing this summer Jim
So far, nothing.
@@Freewayjim I'm sorry I'm still having a great one went to Philadelphia PA with Dave Brown
next video you should play def leppard love bites
That's a horrible, slow, plodding song, no thanks, lol.
cool
Ooooooooooh oh I’m blinded by the lights.
Hey Jim you watching this!?
Woo-hoo! Ohhhhhhh! Ohhhh-ohhhhh!
They seem to maintain lighting on there interstate lighting and overhead freeway signs I remember when Alabama used to maintain every interstate and lights better, I wonder why they don’t use the lights on the sign if there still up there? To much money? Not sure
I would like a video of Stroudsburg Pennsylvania/pocono mountain 🏔 pa interstate 80 🛣 please
Not gonna happen, sorry.
It ok
Blinding Lights?? You wanna risk channel termination bro? ÒwÓ
I tested it first, I don't monetize so it's not a problem, bro.
Nice
Thanks
Hi! Jim, We expect you are doing well, please make new videos a great scale! nationwide video!!
I;;m fine thanks, I don't have any plans to travel in the near future.
You been to pocono mountain pa Jim?
I've driven by on I-80 but never have actually been to the mountian.
You been in pocono pa?
@@noahklempner3333 I've only driven through the area on I-80
Hey Jim
What is your mailing address?
@@noahklempner3333 I'm not giving you that and it is highly inappropriate to ask someone for that on a public forum like this.
Can you do Garden State Parkway???
I live in Atlanta, don't know when I'll be up that way again and I usually don't take that road.
@@Freewayjim if you ever do come to nj
Nice job, what happened to your commentary tho
these roads speak enough
I meant his director commentary, anyways Las Vegas is one of my favorite places in the US
Thank you, I just deceided not to do one for this video, glad some people actually watch and enjoy it though, I'm sure I'll do one in the future.
Hey would you ever consider filming in Canada?
It's been mentioned many times but at this point, I'm probably not going to get there.
I hope you reach to at least 10 videos this year, Jim
@@ridgemeneses550 I probably won't, sorry.
Oof :(, oh well your videos are very satisfying to watch :)
@@ridgemeneses550 Thank you, I appreciate that.
Cool
Allegiant Stadium is not even built in this timelapse. Crazy how fast they were able to make it happen.
It wasn't even planned yet.
I-15 was rebuilt through the Vegas strip as well and I-515/US 95 at the end of the video will soon become part of I-11. So much has changed now from 2013
@@dylangarrett7327 yeah, T-Mobile Arena not there, but the Monte Carlo signage was. Jabbawockeez signage at Luxor then, now they're at MGM Grand.
You should play some Michael Jackson songs I think that will look really good on your videos
I've used a couple in the past. Here's "Off the Wall" th-cam.com/video/7OYEtLLE_cY/w-d-xo.html
No I'm saying will you do more in the future
@@jadentaylor8 I have no idea to be honest. I normally don't go into making videos with the idea of using a certian artist, I look for what fits the footage and the mood and go from there, sometimes I'll try 5-10 or more songs until I find what I think "feels" right.
beginning song name?
The intro? it's an Apple Loop called Chelsea Loft, you can find the full version on youtube
No commentary?
Not for this one.
Have you noticed the gas prices is skyrocketing in your area due to Ukraine and Russia war which is ongoing? California gas prices went up as high as $7+/gallon in some area in Los Angeles. Here's in Tennessee, it is $3.99/gallon. This the recent gas prices at the time of writing of this comment.
How can anyone not notice that?
Night Los Angeles City ✨
Do I-77 and I-85 and I-485 charoltte NC at duck to night and SC border on I-77 I thing it can be cool
No thanaks, not a very interesting route.
@@Freewayjim fin i will unsubscribe
@@itsyourboyquetinbrown2939 LMAO, whatever, just to be clear, you want unsub the channel because I won't travel and film the route you want, do you have any idea how silly that is? this takes time and money to do, be real.
So you have absolutely no idea of what's next?
No I don't.
@@Freewayjim Well think about it and ponder through your vids for potential remixes. Or surprise us with new footage!
@@ryleyoconnor8010 We'll see what happens.
@@Freewayjim It's been two months since then, any ideas?
@@ryleyoconnor8010 I'll do something when I feel like it, haven't felt like it latley, busy with other things.
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