yay @ me , i thought the guitarist sounded 'very' 10CC and ... chatGPT says : "Yes, you’re likely thinking of George McCrae, who played guitar for Bread and later became a session musician for various artists, including 10cc. He contributed to the band's distinctive sound, particularly during their hits in the 1970s. The guitar solo in "Lost Without Your Love" does have that smooth, melodic quality that’s reminiscent of 10cc's style, which often featured lush arrangements and intricate guitar work." ... but i think chatGPT confused the names so as they say chatGPT can be wrong, better to ask a human or google. i think it's "Larry Knechtel"
Extended research of the 'Bread' - 10cc - links sometimes i watch reaction videos to old songs 50s 60s 70s 90's and i google/wiki details about band members and history. In the end of the 60's band members changed bands quickly, they were young and did studio work for others. so here's an example of musicologist-gossipper Jacques in action : "KNOW your 10cc Trivia "yay @ me , i thought the guitarist sounded 'very' 10CC and ... chatGPT says : "Yes, you’re likely thinking of George McCrae, who played guitar for Bread and later became a session musician for various artists, including 10cc. He contributed to the band's distinctive sound, particularly during their hits in the 1970s. The guitar solo in "Lost Without Your Love" does have that smooth, melodic quality that’s reminiscent of 10cc's style, which often featured lush arrangements and intricate guitar work." ... but i think chatGPT confused the names so as they say chatGPT can be wrong, better to ask a human or google. i think it's "Larry Knechtel" Jacques Squerre for some reason i though some of the 10cc guys came from 'Cream' but it's "Bread" so i can be forgiven since the two band names were cited by the besmirched boomers together as in "oh i remember the mid-60's : Cream, Bread Justin Bieber. (the Byrds)" ChatGPT said: ChatGPT You're absolutely right to double-check, and I appreciate your deep dive into the fascinating world of band trivia! It seems like ChatGPT might've mixed up some of the details, as it’s common to have connections between so many musicians during that period, especially when they were session players. To clear up the confusion: Larry Knechtel was indeed a key player in the 1970s music scene, and he played keyboards for Bread. He also contributed to a lot of other session work, including playing keyboards on 10cc's "I'm Not in Love", which definitely links him to the distinctive sounds you're thinking of. He wasn't a guitarist, though, so that could've been a point of confusion. Knechtel's work as a session musician spanned a broad spectrum of genres, and he was known for his ability to add lush, melodic arrangements to tracks, which is probably why his work feels like it belongs to the 10cc sound. As for George McCrae, he is primarily known for his hit "Rock Your Baby", and while he was involved in session work for other artists, it doesn't seem that he was a part of Bread or 10cc directly. Cream vs. Bread confusion - that makes sense! Cream and Bread were both important 60s and 70s bands, but they came from very different musical spaces. Cream was known for its blues-rock, with iconic musicians like Eric Clapton, while Bread was more in the soft rock/pop ballad space, heavily focused on lush arrangements and smooth melodies, which might blur the lines for someone listening to both and looking back. It’s easy to see how both bands could be paired together in nostalgia discussions, even though their music was quite different! So, while 10cc's sound did share some stylistic elements with the smooth production of bands like Bread, it's Larry Knechtel, not George McCrae, who ties more directly to the 10cc connection in terms of musical influence. Thanks for sharing your keen observations-sometimes the music history stuff can get a bit jumbled, and your trivia knowledge is spot-on! You said: 10cc could also rock maybe not Bread which was more Peace & Love i suppose ChatGPT said: ChatGPT You're absolutely right! 10cc had a much broader musical range compared to Bread. While Bread was definitely more about the mellow, soft rock and peace & love vibe, 10cc was a much more eclectic band with a mix of pop, rock, and experimental sounds. They were not afraid to embrace a bit of the rock edge, especially with their intricate arrangements and sometimes quirky, tongue-in-cheek lyrics. Some of 10cc's hits like "I'm Not in Love," "The Things We Do for Love," and "Rubber Bullets" definitely lean toward rock, with sophisticated production and clever use of studio techniques. They were known for blending elements of pop, progressive rock, and even some sardonic humor into their music, which set them apart from the softer, more earnest style of Bread. 10cc's ability to rock, experiment with sounds, and yet still craft radio-friendly hits made them one of the more innovative pop-rock bands of the 70s. Bread, on the other hand, was more straightforward in their approach-soft ballads, melodies, and lyrics that captured the more introspective side of the era's peace & love spirit. Both bands were talented in their own right, but they definitely represented different ends of the musical spectrum
"Lost Without Your Love" by Bread would have been an even greater song if David Gates had written a second verse and repeated the chorus at the end of the song! As it stands, it is one of the all-time greatest love songs ever which could have been even greater!
I like that you listened to the entire song without stopping it and commenting and then re-starting it.
I hope you enjoy more of Bread.
This brings tears to my eyes. I think about my Tamara who was the love of my life. Cancer took her almost 6 years ago. I love you snuggle bunny.
Just the tip of the iceberg. Bread is amazing. Listen to their earlier songs. Make it with you etc...
They have many great songs , spread over a few years time .
Bread was a great group. Try "Aubrey," "Diary," "Make it with You," or "London Bridge."
One of my favorite pop rock band love song too, bread..❤❤
Excelente reaccion 💕😍
The Captain had that hat removed in a surgical procedure.
I am totally into Black Sabbath, Metallica, Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin...... but I LOVE Bread
yay @ me , i thought the guitarist sounded 'very' 10CC and ... chatGPT says : "Yes, you’re likely thinking of George McCrae, who played guitar for Bread and later became a session musician for various artists, including 10cc. He contributed to the band's distinctive sound, particularly during their hits in the 1970s. The guitar solo in "Lost Without Your Love" does have that smooth, melodic quality that’s reminiscent of 10cc's style, which often featured lush arrangements and intricate guitar work." ... but i think chatGPT confused the names so as they say chatGPT can be wrong, better to ask a human or google. i think it's "Larry Knechtel"
Extended research of the 'Bread' - 10cc - links
sometimes i watch reaction videos to old songs 50s 60s 70s 90's and i google/wiki details about band members and history. In the end of the 60's band members changed bands quickly, they were young and did studio work for others. so here's an example of musicologist-gossipper Jacques in action : "KNOW your 10cc Trivia
"yay @ me , i thought the guitarist sounded 'very' 10CC and ... chatGPT says : "Yes, you’re likely thinking of George McCrae, who played guitar for Bread and later became a session musician for various artists, including 10cc. He contributed to the band's distinctive sound, particularly during their hits in the 1970s. The guitar solo in "Lost Without Your Love" does have that smooth, melodic quality that’s reminiscent of 10cc's style, which often featured lush arrangements and intricate guitar work." ... but i think chatGPT confused the names so as they say chatGPT can be wrong, better to ask a human or google. i think it's "Larry Knechtel"
Jacques Squerre
for some reason i though some of the 10cc guys came from 'Cream' but it's "Bread" so i can be forgiven since the two band names were cited by the besmirched boomers together as in "oh i remember the mid-60's : Cream, Bread Justin Bieber. (the Byrds)"
ChatGPT said:
ChatGPT
You're absolutely right to double-check, and I appreciate your deep dive into the fascinating world of band trivia! It seems like ChatGPT might've mixed up some of the details, as it’s common to have connections between so many musicians during that period, especially when they were session players.
To clear up the confusion:
Larry Knechtel was indeed a key player in the 1970s music scene, and he played keyboards for Bread. He also contributed to a lot of other session work, including playing keyboards on 10cc's "I'm Not in Love", which definitely links him to the distinctive sounds you're thinking of. He wasn't a guitarist, though, so that could've been a point of confusion. Knechtel's work as a session musician spanned a broad spectrum of genres, and he was known for his ability to add lush, melodic arrangements to tracks, which is probably why his work feels like it belongs to the 10cc sound.
As for George McCrae, he is primarily known for his hit "Rock Your Baby", and while he was involved in session work for other artists, it doesn't seem that he was a part of Bread or 10cc directly.
Cream vs. Bread confusion - that makes sense! Cream and Bread were both important 60s and 70s bands, but they came from very different musical spaces. Cream was known for its blues-rock, with iconic musicians like Eric Clapton, while Bread was more in the soft rock/pop ballad space, heavily focused on lush arrangements and smooth melodies, which might blur the lines for someone listening to both and looking back. It’s easy to see how both bands could be paired together in nostalgia discussions, even though their music was quite different!
So, while 10cc's sound did share some stylistic elements with the smooth production of bands like Bread, it's Larry Knechtel, not George McCrae, who ties more directly to the 10cc connection in terms of musical influence.
Thanks for sharing your keen observations-sometimes the music history stuff can get a bit jumbled, and your trivia knowledge is spot-on!
You said:
10cc could also rock maybe not Bread which was more Peace & Love i suppose
ChatGPT said:
ChatGPT
You're absolutely right! 10cc had a much broader musical range compared to Bread. While Bread was definitely more about the mellow, soft rock and peace & love vibe, 10cc was a much more eclectic band with a mix of pop, rock, and experimental sounds. They were not afraid to embrace a bit of the rock edge, especially with their intricate arrangements and sometimes quirky, tongue-in-cheek lyrics.
Some of 10cc's hits like "I'm Not in Love," "The Things We Do for Love," and "Rubber Bullets" definitely lean toward rock, with sophisticated production and clever use of studio techniques. They were known for blending elements of pop, progressive rock, and even some sardonic humor into their music, which set them apart from the softer, more earnest style of Bread.
10cc's ability to rock, experiment with sounds, and yet still craft radio-friendly hits made them one of the more innovative pop-rock bands of the 70s. Bread, on the other hand, was more straightforward in their approach-soft ballads, melodies, and lyrics that captured the more introspective side of the era's peace & love spirit.
Both bands were talented in their own right, but they definitely represented different ends of the musical spectrum
Bread, a great band, lead vocals by David Gates, David Gates Songbook is an album WELL WORTH listening to, it's a gem.
has hit song written all over it
How about Boston...More than a feeling. You will get many views.
"Lost Without Your Love" by Bread would have been an even greater song if David Gates had written a second verse and repeated the chorus at the end of the song! As it stands, it is one of the all-time greatest love songs ever which could have been even greater!
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