Cool Change - Little River Band | Andy & Alex FIRST TIME REACTION!
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"It's A Long Way There" (long version) is a real BANGER. Worth a listen. One of the best road trip songs IMHO. Show this comment some love if you like. 😃
Yes, from their first album….this one’s not yacht rock.
It's just great rock.@@brendahhstiles9992
One of my top 10 songs of all
@@HappyOne3 ikr!
@@brendahhstiles9992 ikr. It's their only hard rockin song that I'm aware of, but idk their full catalog
There are two types of people where this song is concerned; those who love it and those that are wrong.
People that just don't get it is a better way of putting it.
@@TristanandIsolt. I'd just divorced my husband when this came out. It was like this somg was hitting me in my heart and soul. I can still feel that heartbreak when I hear this.
Yes.. once again I think they can't appreciate the progression and flow of our sounds.. this was excellent then and now but.. then it was new and special.. the whole lyrics and instruments together.. they just weren't there. Also..never considered this yacht rock..
@@BW-jv6jg Are you a LRB member? You said our sounds. Yacht Rock is just a stupid category of music, but this is Yacht Rock if there really is Yacht Rock.
@TristanandIsolt Excuse me..I was referring to my generation's sounds. Mr Grammer police.I know what yacht rock is.. .. this isn't what I consider yacht rock... you get to have your opinion and guess what? I get to have mine!
Wow. I had the strangest reaction to hearing this song for the first time in decades. I teared up. I think it hit me on 2 levels. Just the nostalgia of taking me back to the late 70s and what was going on with me at that time. And then the idea and imagery of the song in present day. Because that is where I am in life now. Parents passed away, nothing left for me there, so I moved far away near the water. I'm content and happy.
This song rings true for so many people because people don’t take care of themselves. They are so busy taking care of others, but they don’t pay attention to their needs. It’s timeless.
omg, me too! moved me to tears. don't know why.
Where did u move? I wanna live by the water…Scorpio
Yes, I did not realize how powerful the lyrics are. It is my time of life as well. Good job on your "cool change".
This is one of the most hopeful and uplifting songs ever made
It is at least an “A” song. Andy gets it
Yeah. That kind of surprised me. I think this song is definitely an "A". It may just be a song that might grow on them over the years.
......or not. To each their own, right?
@@karenj3611 I think Alex was just dying to give a song a B.
For whatever reason Alex choose ”Cool Change”, the most uplifting, hopefully, motivational song ever written, to give his first B in three years. (How Soon is Now by the Smiths was his last B)
B+ That’s it.
While the Eagles were broken up in 88, Glen Frey toured with LRB and in front of 125,000 people, Glenn stepped to the microphone and said what a pleasure it was to be in Australia and performing with Little River Band - “the best singing band in the world!”
This song reminds me of the Eagles
Review LADY by the Little River Band
The first line if this song is my mantra, “ if there’s one thing in my life that’s missing, it’s the time that I spend alone”
"Lady" is another great LRB song that should be on your list!
This is my go-to song when I need to disengage from everything and just relax. It's not only a yacht rock staple for all the obvious reasons, but also an introvert's anthem :D
Introvert’s anthem. Love it!
"I've never been romantic, and sometimes I don't care . . ."
Or Supertramp's "Goodbye Stranger" for the introvert occasionally on the prowl.
Little River Band - "It's A Long Way There" (8+ minute version).
This should be next. Smooth groove, exceptional guitar solo(s). Really should hear this...
Agree wholeheartedly!
This was my brother's funeral song. It fit him perfectly. RIP Tom
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I'm very sorry for your loss ❤❤❤
Wow Alex, I thought I knew your musical taste by now, but there's a big hole where this beautiful masterpiece should go.
Alex lost me on this one...and that's rare. Andy's on point here. I think you'll understand it vibe of this song when you're older, or have a life experience to connect it with.
LOL As I got older, I found this song boring. So it's the opposite for me. The words are fine and poetic. The music is bland and generic.
My brother in law loved the ocean. Had he not been murdered that night in the early '80s, he would have gone up the gangplank onto a US Navy ship for his second hitch the next morning. We always celebrate him when hearing this song. Different I know but there it is. Lovely.
So very sorry that happened. I completely understand.
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So sorry for your loss. ❤❤❤
I am so very sorry 💕🙏🏻💔⚘️
Reminiscing and Lady are my favourites. I love this one too. It’s at least an A for me too. Andy gets it. ❤
One of the most beautiful, inspiring songs ever written and performed.
I grew up with this song and I tear up everytime. It's beyond nostalgia. It evokes a feeling that I can't describe. I very rarely get that vibe with a song
A era in music where the saxophone mixed so well into songs
This song is a dichotomy of both melancholy and optimism. Contemplating a safe but toxic relationship and deciding to finally live life on one’s own terms. Heartfelt, beautiful song.
I knew Alex wasn’t vibing to it when he was shaking his head like he was listening to AC/DC. Andy got the point of the song. Maybe when you guys have a few more years under your belts, give it another listen and Alex will get it too.
Andy you are spot on…this song puts you in a place and paints the picture of that mood…this is timeless…
This song is an A+ to S. I respectfully disagree with Alex. Beautifully sung and great arrangement.
Amen to that. I love Alex but I think he’s way off base with a B+ rating. Like you, I think it’s an A+ or S.
I disrespectfully disagree with Alex. He sucks.
Sorry I agree with Alex.
I think a B is pretty spot on. It's a solid song and recording but I can't think of a single aspect of it that makes it stand out in the grand scheme of things. There's nothing particularly ground breaking, unique, or ear-catching about the arrangement, the performances, etc. Its not doing anything that a hundred other songs had done at that point. Its just a solid, but not particularly noteworthy ballad. So a B fits. Its a professionally written, performed and recorded piece of music. But compared against the whole of music, or even just the whole of music that Andy & Alex have heard - B feels right.
I grew up with LRB playing in my house constantly, on vinyl and 8-track, and they have better songs than this. It's a perfectly good song, but they can't all be S tier. This is their song where everyone at the concert lights their lighter, and slows things down a bit, and it serves It's purpose. I often disagree with both these guys, but I always thought this song kind of dragged on too much, but with inspirational lyrics to rescue it. I'd much rather hear Lonesome Loser or The Night Owls.
Glenn Shorrock is an Aussie legend. Every one of his bands over the years has been astounding.
You'll LOVE " It's A Long Way There" don't sleep on that one Gents❤️
I'm so offended Alex didn't like this lol...I LOVE this song. It's beautiful.
That's just the point I made, don't be offended by someone's opinion. It's just that, an opinion 🤷
Such an underrated band, who turned out hit after hit, each one totally original and with their own sound. The song is one of the best of them.
Perfectly said 👍🎶
S tier. Without question.
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Yep
I disagree. I love the LRB, but this song is boring. The chorus is repititive and even the sax is just...there. Andy was right in that it's safe. I graduated in '82, so I knew this type of music well.
As an avid boater, I can so relate to this song. It transports me and always puts me in the mood. I love this song!
I'm not a boater, but this song makes me feel what it might be like to be one!
I voted for this one. Just want to breathe the air.
I think "Sailing" by Christopher Cross came up for this question. I want to re-introduce it, a magical, beautiful song, also a bull's eye for your request for some "yacht rock."
The canvas can do miracles...
Sailing... number 1 yacht rock song of all time. If I had to be stuck on an island with only one song I would choose Sailing by Christopher Cross. 💜
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Little River Band has so many great tracks, Reminiscing, Lady, Night Owl
Saw them perform this in person. It was stunning, I will never forget it and really didn't care about the song before that.
This tune has much more meaning to those that have had to stress out over the daily rat race. Being on the water can decompress you so very quickly. That’s what this tune is about. Until you have a family, mortgage, credit card debt, and other life stressors, then this song has less meaning.
i always forget just how freaking damn good this song is.
Jackie Blue- Ozark.
Mountain Daredevils
S Tier Yacht Rock song
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They are from Branson, MO. Most of their tunes are Ozark mountain music. I personally know the band leader's little sister. (He wrote a lot of their tunes and unfortunately died in an airplane crash, a mega talent.)
Not trying to be a hater or anything, but I do hate the term Yacht Rock. Don't know when that started but it has nothing to do with the people who loved and supported them in the beginning.
@BiolleyBuzz
Yes checked the whole album. A mentor of my old band whom was Arlo Guthrie's guitarist toured with them.
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Adult contemporary, soft rock. These are just marketing terms.
Alex, have you ever heard ‘ the simple things in life are often the best’? Respect to Andy!
I think you guys really would love “Roll Me Away” by Bob Seger, one of his best songs in my opinion.
I appreciate the honesty of the reaction. No song hits everyone the same, and you can't feel what you just don't feel. For me... this song hits me right in the feels.
Love this song, It's what I play when I'm feeling blue! Swear it takes my blood pressure down about 20 points!. All Major chords me thinks. and as Jalah has mentioned "It's a Long Way There" has tasty solos. Reminiscing was my wife's song for about 30 years. She passed away at 51.
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I'm very sorry for your loss, at such a young age ❤❤❤
My mom actually introduced me ti this song, and it became a staple when we took the boat out, especially when we were out on the water at night. Still love this song.
Lonesome Loser is a fantastic song from these guys!
❤Yessss !❤
This is a small song, not trying to do too much, but it's S-tier at doing that, so deserves at least an A.
I absolutely agree. A B? Oh please...
Amen.
Definitely one of those songs that brings nostalgic feelings the more you listen to it. It may just be that it could take a few more listens for it to catch on what a solid song this is. It's like a lean steak with just the right amount of fat for flavor.
@@romancturner Maybe the boys need to go sailing.
Yeah. Agreed it's simple. But those harmonies are gold and powerful. It's easy to dismiss them today, since you can just punch them up on a computer, but that's real singing and they duplicate those massive tight chords in concert, too.
I never get when anyone says "It's simple"....the question is, does it sound good or not!!!!!
Music doesn't have to be written by Beethoven to sound good. But hey, everybody has a right to like what they want 🫤🫤
Simple or “simply delightful”. There’s nothing about this tune that isn’t sublime. And, you can’t get on the yacht if you don’t rate this song A+ or higher.
Planning to see them at the state fair here in a few weeks. I've never heard them live and I'm looking forward to it.
A&A, you'd like their "Help Is On The Way" and "Lonesome Loser" !
Yes, Lady is another
Yes, yes, to both.
Both, yes!
The harmonies in Lonesome Loser! 💜
Yes, more fun using their 3 guitar sound.
December 1979, I was discharged from the navy after a 4-year enlistment and I felt like so much was expected of me from family and friends. I didn’t want to let them down by my choices but I had to live my life as I saw best. This song, more than any other, resonated with me. I identified with its mentions of being out on the water and the solitude I found there in the middle of the Pacific, especially at night with the moon overhead - the endless horizon - what awaited me beyond that horizon? 45 years later and this song still causes me to pause what I’m doing and recall its meaning in my life then and now.
Tough, tough listen for me. My beautiful wife passed away five years ago, and Little River Band was one of her favorite bands, and especially this song. She also loved dolphins, so the EarthStudy video that is here on UA-cam with Cool Change as the backdrop made for one amazing smile to look at.
There's a real depth of feeling to this beautiful song & it brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it.
I first set eyes on the ocean as a small child & I've felt it's pull ever since. So many seaside vacations over the years but it's been a while.
This song brings back those feelings & I can smell the salt sea air & feel the cool water on my skin. Every person who feels that special bond & longing knows what I mean.
Gotta get back.
It's been too long.
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There are many songs that give me a feeling of nostalgia because they are associated with specific times in my life. This song has always given me that same nostalgic feeling even though it has no particular connection to any event in my life beyond just hearing it play.
SUCH a BEAUTIFUL SONG!!! Makes me both nostalgic and emotional! JUST BEAUTIFUL!!! :) HUGS, YOU-GUYS!! Have a SUPER WEEKEND!!!
Guys-it’s the poetry and vibe that the words and music evoke. Close your eyes picture being on the beach and listening to this song without headphones. Play it in a car.
A song doesn't need to be a break down the door rocker to hit us at a cerebral level. It's good to let a beautiful song ease it's way into the theatre of our minds and let it do it's work.
This was my favorite song in the 7th grade. I still love this song. LRB was fantastic. I got to see them in concert, they were great. They had so many hits.
A Cool Change in your life. Pivoting away from a bad situation. Leaving a bad relationship,or moving on from pain.
This song has been embraced by millions of people. It speaks to people in a bad place and gives them hope.
This is one of the most uplifting songs ever made.
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Why was Andy apologizing for liking the song?
I agree with Andy’s assessment of the mood created by this song. If you are in the right head space while out on the water alone, it’s a nice song to put through the speakers. Andy and Alex always back up their reasoning for their ratings. Respect!
This is one of the most beautifully crafted ballads ever written, I don’t know what you been smoking.
There’s a video of this song with dolphins swimming which you should check out for further inspiration. I trust this doesn’t put you off further LRB classics such as Home on a Monday, Lonesome loser and many other.
Amen!
You need to see the actual video to this song showing the waves, dolphins and such
One of the only videos I've ever liked to any song - outstanding! ☮🖤🤘
Love this song! It’s great to listen to when driving a long distance. ❤
I saw this band live in 1980. They sound as good live as they do on record. Amazing musicians.
Oh wow. Did not expect that. This one's deep for me.
This happens to be one of my all time favorite songs. I always put it in playlists of "relaxing" music, and it's generally in a number of my various playlists. A very very long time ago I worked at a "box" store and they played music on cassette tapes over the speakers. I asked if I could make 2 and they said sure. One of the 2 had this song. It's just...such a chill song and a vibe, but also hopeful and like a comforting blanket. Yacht Rock is not my favorite genre, but there is Something about THIS song. Thanks guys!
LRB - Night Owls. Banger. Period.
Yes
Yes!
This is a really good one
Couldn't agree more
BIG yes!!
IT'S A LONG WAY THERE! First song on their first album....a jam like no other... studio long version only!!!
'It's A Long Way There' is IMHO their greatest song. The production and engineering in this song is the absolute best. I use this to balance levels when I am setting up a new system in a car or home theater. ua-cam.com/video/PPsevhQkn68/v-deo.html
This is one of those songs that you have to let hit you in the feels. Its absolutely cathartic when you are having a rough spot. Listen to Cool Change, Mr Blue Sky by ELO, and then Joy to the World by Three Dog Night. guaranteed mood changer.
It's about time for some more LRB
Great. Should also do their "It's a Long Way There"
Being born in the sign of water, this tune has always held a special place in my heart. Sentimentality aside, this piece is beautifully composed, flawlessly performed, and well engineered.
A lovely song imho. Y'all didn't seem to be very impressed... LRB has a huge catalog. Dive right in, the water is fine. You guys may experience a "Cool Change" in spite of yourselves.😉
Thanks for covering this one!
Australian band - the concept of a cool change (say a sea breeze off the ocean on a hot day) might be more relatable to Aussies in the sense of what the song's message is
I respect Alex’s opinion, sometimes a song just doesn’t hit you. For me, this has always been a favorite of mine. It is simply a beautiful song with a message that really hits home to me. My life has been nonstop for decades now, and if I get even a couple hours to be alone and quiet, I feel this message.
Time for Alex to make a cool change to his rating!
If you have never been to Sea and Experience the Sun Setting like the Ocean is Swallowing it, And the Moon and the Stars so Bright, You can just almost reach out and touch them, While the Cool Ocean breeze hits your face and hair, Nothing to describe the it but Chill, I still crave it after all these years, The sensation on your Senses is addictive!!❤❤❤❤❤❤
Never been on a sailboat in my life, but this song puts me there-- love the vibe!
Need to try it
@@Meandmymirror Yes!
This song change my life....LOVE IT!!
This song is the song I listen to when I need to pivot my life. Fantastic song played after my father in law's passing. He loved sailing and getting out on the open water. Love this song. Probably time for it again. Thanks.
I love this song, especially when you see the video that goes with it. To each his own A+
I turned 58 in May. Even though I am still a classic rock nut job, the Little River Band makes the cut. This song always hit the "feels" when I was young and now more than ever. I am very close to leaving my "pre-arranged" life (job) and getting some alone time. I get it when they meant a "Cool Change".
Saw these guys in concert about 20 years ago. The harmonies are that tight live.
The LRB you saw is nothing to do with the original band who formed in Oz in the 70s.
It's effectively a LRB cover band who stole the name.
Geez. I assume you’re the kind of person that tells kids there is no Santa Claus.
@@philipmartin5610 No... just telling it like it is.
Litle River band were an Australian band formed in the mid 70s and played until the mid to late 80s. The band that calls themselves LRB (Little River Band) in the States is just an American band that has a member (who is American) who happened to play a short period of time in the original line up as an additional guitarist during some tours of the States in the late 80s. He then had the idea to register the name "Little River Band" for himself (ie stole it) and has been touring for decades as LRB ... with no connection at all to the original members.
When the original members wanted to tour as LRB 10 or 15 years back he stopped them with a legal injunction.
Nice guy.
@@user-ux1bm2br7u The thief you're referring to is guitarist Stephen Hausden who started with them in 1981 and is actually British. Bassist Wayne Nelson is the American who stayed on after the originals had all left.
IT’S A LONG WAY THERE (LONG VERSION) must be next. You know, if that’s what you guys want! 🤣
This song is on my "Easy Listening" playlist that I listen to when I am having a hard time falling asleep.
I just sang this at karaoke last night.😅
Apart from the sentiment conveyed in the lyrics, which I love, I’m a total sucker for big harmonized hooks. The earwormitude in this chorus gets me every time and there’s not many others that do it better.
I like the words 'cool change'. I don't see it like a slang hip or cool but instead to me it always fit in with being out on the ocean and enjoying a cool breeze like the first senence brings out 'sailing on the cool and bright clear water.' Basically to me it's like making a cool, smooth and easy change in life. I guess it's how each person hears it but I think the words fit perfectly.
I saw this band do this song live! It was so great! The crowd went crazy ❤
Yes, “It’s a Long Way There” is a MUST!
"Help is On Its Way" is an absolute MUST. "Lonesome Loser" is off the same album as "Cool Change" as well.
If you haven't done these two, DO THEM!
Man, Who doesn’t love Little River Band ? A number of amazing hits. Songs to travel by or a lake run 🩷🤓
Another LITERAL "Yacht Rock" song is "Southern Cross" by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (really only Stills and Nash as recorded). Absolutely worth the listen!
Absolute all time favorite!
Has been in my A+ list for years.... Maybe you gotta live near big water to get this song... IDK.
This is a song about seeking peace on the water. The rhythm is practically swells against the hull. You wanted yacht music - here it is. 😂
Classic songs you haven't heard from bands you already love. Deep Purple: "Strange Kind Of Woman", "My Woman From Tokyo"; Heart: "Kick It Out", "Cook With Fire"; The Cars: "You're All I've Got Tonight" (Elliot Easton guitar banger...so much guitar!); Santana: "She's Not There" (yes, Zombies cover), "No One To Depend On"; The Guess Who: "No Time" (fuzzy guitars galore); Paul McCartney: "Helen Wheels" (non-album single from the Band On The Run sessions); Creedence Clearwater Revival: "Midnight Special"; Velvet Underground: "Sweet Jane", "Cool It Down"; Sex Pistols: "Pretty Vacant"; Nirvana: "Come As You Are", "All Apologies"
The song is an A++ if you ask me. The harmonies, the imagery not to mention it's like an anthem for the introvert. Great song. Also, not sure if you get it or not but in Australia a " Cool Change" is a weather front! It's a cold front (to Americans) and you would hear your local weatherman say that on the TV weather report and you can imagine in Australia a cold front or cool change is a very, very welcome thing because it's so hot there. Now does that give more depth to the song?
Amen.
Guess Alex doesn't connect to the Ocean? This song is one of the best at giving you that feeling of peace and calm, when you are alone with your thoughts at the ocean. Oddly enough I'm a fire sign and connect to the ocean like the Albatross and the Whales are my brothers! This song and Southern Cross are my two fav's to remind me how beautiful the ocean can be. A+ all the way.
This song puts you skimming across the ocean at night staring up into the starry sky. Not every song is going to be a banger, some are just plain reflective and relaxing. This is that song. Give a listen to Lee Michaels "do you know what I mean" & Lou Christie ' Cryin' in the Streets"
LADY - Is FAR & AWAY my favorite LRB song.
I was living in the Florida Keys in the 80's and i wore out this song and A pirate turns 40 on my cassette on my boat.
To me, this song just resonates with me in a special way; I would say it’s my favourite LRB tune. Maybe you need to have a personal connection with the water to appreciate it.
" It's a long way there " Masterpiece for sure ✌️
Cool Change is an emotional song for millions for many different people. This song and many from this genre have been used at Funerals and Memorial Services.
The rating system has had its run.
Alex-wow! That’s an S-Tier song.
Jackie Blue is an an Tier Yacht Rock Song.
Abso frickin lutely!!! One of my all time faves. Spectacular.
@Flowerchick1967-tI so much agree with you !!!!!!🎶🫶
It might be for you, it's not for him, which is fair, it doesn't have to be. Frankly, it's not for me either, I'm Australian and have never been a massive fan of this song.
I was shocked when Alex dropped a B on this one. I respect all opinions, but I would encourage him to give it another listen.
I got my first car in college and on weekends I would drive off campus into the countryside exploring the area and I would cruise to this song.
"Now that my life is so prearranged, it's time for a cool change".
Ain't that the truth
Their Masterpiece no doubt is. "It's a long way there" LONG VERSION FROM 75' That Album had 3 top 20 hits. It's widely known, that Glenn Frey, yeah, THAT Glenn Frey. Said LRB, was the best vocal band he had ever heard. High praise INDEED.
This is a great (at least very good) song. LRB ruled the airwaves from mid-70s to early 80s. Their harmonies are so tight.
GOOOOOOOOD MORNING A&A FAMILY! ☮️💟♾️
Morning 😊