Now this is what I call superior!! Yes Robin Trower, ex Paramounts ex Procol Harum, is the guitarist. The late great Jimmy Dewar, ex Stone The Crows, is the singing bassist. Not sure which drummer this is. Robin is really in the top tier in the guitar world. He spends alot of time channeling his inner Hendrix much like another unheralded guitarist in Frank Marino. This takes me back to my youth and just absolutely wearing out the grooves on my vinyl Bridge Of Sighs. Another one of those perfect albums with not one ounce of filler. This is the right way to start the weekend! Great reaction guys!!
James Dewar was on vocals and bass. I don't know if he played with anyone after the Robin Trower band. He passed away in the early 80s. Dewar was in a band called Stone the Crowes prior to being with Robin. Before starting his own band Robin Trower was the band Procol Harum. Robin is still active today and his last album in 2022 was excellent. He also started doing some of his own singing in later years. He also put out three albums with bassist/singer Jack Bruce of Cream fame. Davey Pattison who was the voice of Ronnie Montrose's band Gamma also did some great vocals for Robin. I believe Robin is nearly 80 now but like I said, he is still active.
Robin Trower "Daydream" , "Can't wait much longer" , "Bluebird" , "In this place" and "For Earth Below" just 4 of their early amazing tracks that are a must listen. Robin is one of the GOATS in my humble opinion.
Sifa, if you dig his playing, he’s been releasing albums for like 45 years now. His mid-70’s stuff, like this video, was at the height of his popularity, but he’s been keeping on all his life! His last album was last year, I believe 👍
James Dewar on Vocals, He was previously in the fantastic band "Stone the Crows", With Maggie Bell (aka the Scottish Janis Joplin) on lead vocals, Les Harvey (brother of Alex Harvey) on guitar. I highly recommend people to check them out, My favourite songs of theirs: "Raining in Your Heart", "The Touch of Your Loving Hand", "Freedom Road" and "Sad Mary".
Also agree, Wonderful group. Big fan of Maggie Bell. Their manager Peter Grant who also managed Led Zeppelin unfortunately he didn't spend enough time promoting them, they should have been huge.
As others have stated, James Dewar was the bassist/vocalist and Bill Lordan was the drummer. James Dewar sounds quite similar to Paul Rodgers of Bad Company/ Free fame. That may be why you feel you've heard him before. Robert Fripp (of King Crimson) was a fan of Robin Trower's vibrato, and Robert asked Robin to show him how he did it.
Robin Trower / James Dewar . Brilliant Guitarist and Singer song writers . Try listening to " I Can't Wait Much Longer . " Yngwie Malmsteen " Far Beyond The Sun " Gipsy Kings . DJOBA DJOBA ( Tonino Baliardo )
Saw him in '76 in Toronto with Boston opening, then in '77 he opened for Jethro Tull in Pontiac. Big fan back then especially, terrific guitarist. Rest In Peace James Dewar, soulful af vocalist/bassist. Used to play this one with my first band with admittedly mixed results. I couldn't sustain that level of virtuosity, passion and creativity. Oh well. Glad he's still out there and garnering deserved and overdue attention and new listeners. 👏 👏👏🤟😎❤️🍁❤️🫶
Saw him around this time, maybe the year before, in London. Me and my flatmate Will loved him. Sadly Will died the year this video was filmed so hearing Robin always reminds me of a good friend. I have his first three albums and two of them were Wills so another treasured memory. He is a great guitarist who imo doesn't get the credit he deserves.
this was initially my suggestion and glad it got through. The version I wanted was from the album you actually show promoting this video. This is a decent version but the one from the album you show is much much better. Yes it's Robin on guitar. Love his facial expressions and he mouths every note. Seen him many times, the last 2019 and he still does all the expressions, lol. He started off in Procol Harum, joining just after their first single, Whiter shade of pale and did their first five albums before starting his power trio. James Dewar on bass and vocals, formerly with Stone the crows. A fantastic blues vocalist and bass player. Bill Lorden on drums
He used to play with Procol Harum who did Whiter Shade Of Pale...theres a great clip of them with Robin Trower playing at some school or hall, which was really good.
glad you enjoyed it Joe. Zappa is my fav artist but think the channel is a bit Zappa inbred. I.ve done well over 20 requests and not one Zappa. Zappa alone is depriving people of so much other music, types of music, some of it, much better than Frank could ever do.
Sure missed The original drummer; Reggie Isidore! He had the right feel. Lordan too me always played on top of the music, meaning he rushed a bit. Reggie always found the pocket
the Bridge of sighs studio version of this is a great memory for me at 60. This is so good too!!! Thanks
Thanks for listening Steve!
Jim Dewar on vocals and Bass. RIP JIM🙏
Soulful voice, miss hm RIP
Such a great choice guys! Turned my 35 yo son onto the CD Bridge of Sighs a few years back and he loved it.
Saw Trower at at least 75 years of age Rocking the Rialto Theatre in Tucson several years ago ... two hours .... hats off!
In addition to being an awesome technician on his Stratocaster, Robin Trower gives the best "Guitar Face" around.
Now this is what I call superior!! Yes Robin Trower, ex Paramounts ex Procol Harum, is the guitarist. The late great Jimmy Dewar, ex Stone The Crows, is the singing bassist. Not sure which drummer this is. Robin is really in the top tier in the guitar world. He spends alot of time channeling his inner Hendrix much like another unheralded guitarist in Frank Marino. This takes me back to my youth and just absolutely wearing out the grooves on my vinyl Bridge Of Sighs. Another one of those perfect albums with not one ounce of filler. This is the right way to start the weekend! Great reaction guys!!
Well said Chaz, though this wasn't the version I wanted. Not as good this but the video was good in showing how Robin was on stage
@@paulfenwick8767 Loved it!!
Like the connection to Frank Marino too. Two great guitarists, both using the Hendrix influence in slightly different ways.
@@paulfenwick8767 I thought it was a relevant thing to mention since they'd seen Mahogany Rush but not Trower. Love em both.
@@chazblitz good point. They both piss all over the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughan for me but think you may differ on that, lol
Robin Trower did some great collaborations with Jack Bruce. The First band was BLT. Very cool stuff.
James Dewar was on vocals and bass. I don't know if he played with anyone after the Robin Trower band. He passed away in the early 80s. Dewar was in a band called Stone the Crowes prior to being with Robin. Before starting his own band Robin Trower was the band Procol Harum. Robin is still active today and his last album in 2022 was excellent. He also started doing some of his own singing in later years. He also put out three albums with bassist/singer Jack Bruce of Cream fame. Davey Pattison who was the voice of Ronnie Montrose's band Gamma also did some great vocals for Robin. I believe Robin is nearly 80 now but like I said, he is still active.
Thanks for the history Vinnie! We know Procol Harum. Interesting, we don't know James even though he looked and sounded so familiar.
Robin Trower "Daydream" , "Can't wait much longer" , "Bluebird" , "In this place" and "For Earth Below" just 4 of their early amazing tracks that are a must listen. Robin is one of the GOATS in my humble opinion.
You get Trower brother!!!!
Sifa, if you dig his playing, he’s been releasing albums for like 45 years now. His mid-70’s stuff, like this video, was at the height of his popularity, but he’s been keeping on all his life! His last album was last year, I believe 👍
Wow, thank goodness, his sound is excellent! Thanks Jazzman!
James Dewar on Vocals, He was previously in the fantastic band "Stone the Crows", With Maggie Bell (aka the Scottish Janis Joplin) on lead vocals, Les Harvey (brother of Alex Harvey) on guitar. I highly recommend people to check them out, My favourite songs of theirs: "Raining in Your Heart", "The Touch of Your Loving Hand", "Freedom Road" and "Sad Mary".
Agree 100%
Also agree, Wonderful group.
Big fan of Maggie Bell.
Their manager Peter Grant who also managed Led Zeppelin unfortunately he didn't spend enough time promoting them, they should have been huge.
Yeah, we'd love to see/hear more James too! Thanks for watching 15!
64 now saw him at his best in the 70s, but still going great today
Same concert, Bridge of Sighs, it is face melting! Enjoy. 🎵🎸🎤🎶
As others have stated, James Dewar was the bassist/vocalist and Bill Lordan was the drummer. James Dewar sounds quite similar to Paul Rodgers of Bad Company/ Free fame. That may be why you feel you've heard him before.
Robert Fripp (of King Crimson) was a fan of Robin Trower's vibrato, and Robert asked Robin to show him how he did it.
We think so. Thanks Kid 1960!
As mentioned he was in Procal Harum.
The next song from him should be Bridge Of Sighs.
Agree totally, saw them live once, mesmerizing!
Robin Trower / James Dewar . Brilliant Guitarist and Singer song writers . Try listening to " I Can't Wait Much Longer . " Yngwie Malmsteen " Far Beyond The Sun " Gipsy Kings . DJOBA DJOBA ( Tonino Baliardo )
Saw him in '76 in Toronto with Boston opening, then in '77 he opened for Jethro Tull in Pontiac. Big fan back then especially, terrific guitarist. Rest In Peace James Dewar, soulful af vocalist/bassist.
Used to play this one with my first band with admittedly mixed results. I couldn't sustain that level of virtuosity, passion and creativity. Oh well. Glad he's still out there and garnering deserved and overdue attention and new listeners.
👏 👏👏🤟😎❤️🍁❤️🫶
My fav from him Great guitarist the man felt every note
Saw him around this time, maybe the year before, in London. Me and my flatmate Will loved him. Sadly Will died the year this video was filmed so hearing Robin always reminds me of a good friend. I have his first three albums and two of them were Wills so another treasured memory. He is a great guitarist who imo doesn't get the credit he deserves.
I was at this concert, 10 feet from the stage! OMG, I still get chills like it was yesterday! Thank you!
Amazing!
this was initially my suggestion and glad it got through. The version I wanted was from the album you actually show promoting this video. This is a decent version but the one from the album you show is much much better.
Yes it's Robin on guitar. Love his facial expressions and he mouths every note. Seen him many times, the last 2019 and he still does all the expressions, lol.
He started off in Procol Harum, joining just after their first single, Whiter shade of pale and did their first five albums before starting his power trio. James Dewar on bass and vocals, formerly with Stone the crows. A fantastic blues vocalist and bass player. Bill Lorden on drums
What did you have in mind...The bridge of sighs version....?
@@mikedemike5393 No, the one from "Live", released in '77 from a concert recorded in '75
We're glad it got through too! Thanks for the info Paul!
Trower’s (guitarist) bridge of sighs” album is in my top 5 albums of all time the worst track is fantastic!
(((( Trower!!! ))) Robin Trower - Bridge Of Sigh - 1974- Live - UK TV Appearance - High Quality
He used to play with Procol Harum who did Whiter Shade Of Pale...theres a great clip of them with Robin Trower playing at some school or hall, which was really good.
I love the singer. James Dewer. Robin is a no Brainer. Love you guys. More.please
We love you too!
It's about time 🤣
I can almost see the Jimi Hendrix thought clouds coming out of your head's.🤣🤣
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The best version is off of the live album
I love doing this one with my Bands
I like the pitch change before the solo they didn't do it on the studio album
Follow up should be " Daydream"
loved it
The drummer was on point.
This version is good for the live soloing, but I prefer the album version because of the audio quality.
Thrower is better than hendrix and still kicking it.
That’s live, but not from the live album you pictured. How Robin isn’t in the R&R Hall of Fame is both a shame and a crime.
You have reacted to a song by Procol Harum "Piggy Pig Pig" and Robin Trower was the guitarist in that one. th-cam.com/video/17w4uHOgBFk/w-d-xo.html
Oh cool! Thanks Wayne
Too Rolling Stoned...Took too many friends.
Jimmy Dewar was never in Thin Lizzy. You are thinking of Phil Lynott.
Thanks Caucasian Bulldog!
Phil Lynott thin Lizzie lead vocal Irish James Dewar lead singer for Robin Trower Scottish
Trower revered Hendrix, but never reached H's virtuosity
Props again to Paul! First Groundhogs, now Trower. Kiss Zappa goodbye and continue on this path brother!
Continue on this path for sure, but Kiss Zappa goodbye......Nah, sorry Joe.
"This path" and Zappa are not mutually exclusive.
Unless you request Valley Girl, then NO MORE!!!
glad you enjoyed it Joe. Zappa is my fav artist but think the channel is a bit Zappa inbred. I.ve done well over 20 requests and not one Zappa. Zappa alone is depriving people of so much other music, types of music, some of it, much better than Frank could ever do.
he is a good guitarist but he always stayed in the rock square....bridge of sighs was the album i first heard of this bloke.
Sure missed The original drummer; Reggie Isidore! He had the right feel. Lordan too me always played on top of the music, meaning he rushed a bit. Reggie always found the pocket