They always say humans can't really multitask, but this video proofs otherwise. I'm simply speechless on how you can play the bass, the piano and sing all at the same time….amazing!!!!!
im having an existential crisis just realising this is the lead singer of thirsty merc.... such a different sound to the pub rock sound of thirsty merc. I love it!
This guy has several brains in his head...his sense of harmony, rhythm and lyrics, and his ability to produce quality music 'on the fly' has no parallel
I love the combo of the grand piano and the keyboard, a very groovy track and your vocals are spot on. You are one of the best Australian music talents.
I love how your playing just exudes love for music in general. It's not just talent, it's not just hard work... it's the passion. You are just an exceptional performer. Inspiring af.
So glad you posted this video. It was amazing to watch you vanish into your music. It's as if you started out as a guy, and then thirty seconds later, you had become a whirlwind of music. Awesome.
In these day's popular culture , how many singers have this musician's gift ? In 70's , 80's , singers were musicians generally. But now , singers just singers... This guy is totally musician singer!!👏👏
Rai you can do no wrong, you just keep getting better and better, and i already thought you were the best. Much respect, come home to oz soon. take care
Rai you are one bad boy! We have something in common,...I also play left-handed key bass, and for years I've also had people ask how do I do both at the same time. I've explained, grow up listening to Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock, George Duke, P-Funk, and Prince and of course, be blessed by God, and the rest just falls into place. Keep jammin' brotha'. 😎
Heard you on KCRW yesterday. Then I promptly got drunk but I still remembered your name because the host spelled it out over the air. This is fantastic, love the boogie bass.
First I listened to this while doing my work with my browser minimized. I enjoyed the music so much that it liften up my mood. The I heard the bass line 4:38, and kinda wondered who is this dude who played the bass. Never I thought that he was doing one-man performance. Then I rewatched the whole video from the beginning, glad I do. I really enjoyed your music! Keep up the passion!
I saw you open for Bernhoft in West Hollywood and I don't know who I enjoyed more! I bought a CD from you that night and haven't stop grooving by the way your left hand is nuts!
you are up there with the best,you have too many gifts for 1 vessel. well done and much appreciated for letting us all into your vision as a human being. your cool az brother. TOP MAN
Mr Thistlethwayte!.. it's always a pleasure to listen to what you create, there's not a bad one in your entire catalogue, I should know I reckon I've heard the lot.... Luvin' it! Btw My 7 year-old thinks of you as thirsty... for more ... Cheers Justin
this is so awesome! wish I lived in LA or Oz so I could see you live, Rai. Used to live in Oz, your dad got me into Thirsty Merc back in '06, been a fan ever since!
Ten years later I’m still jamming to this regularly. Amazing work, man. Next level good
Someone please do an MRI scan of his brain when he plays both piano, keyboards and sing at the same time. You are just extraordinary!
not to mention the bass line,,,
And to whomever does the MRI scan, please also scan Esperanza Spalding while she is playing upright bass while scat singing. JFC!
Just had the pleasure of listening to this live with Ben Van der wall.
Absolutely awesome!!
This is what I call talent.
i call it skill
Yes, I agree. Only practice, I think can't do like him. Also his voice is very nice.
They always say humans can't really multitask, but this video proofs otherwise. I'm simply speechless on how you can play the bass, the piano and sing all at the same time….amazing!!!!!
check about automatization of tasks. Human brain is awesome!
Yes! I was amazed when I first saw this video too! good job Sun Rai!
It is such a crime that this hasn't had more views/likes.
Yea this gonna have to be known more than now literally🙏
You are a musical genius! I don't understand why you're not as famous as the artists of today :(
Best keep that way so that only we can enjoy his music.
XD
Because his music is too profound for others to comprehend.
... let time do it's work!
better than justin bierbier
Quality isn’t for the masses, particularly when it comes to music.
thank you! track is not yet for sale - stay tuned! I'm doing a show at School Night in LA on March 25th. Details are on my FB page /iamsunrai
thanx for listening and being a fan! :)
People like Rai with Jazz roots always write the best pop songs. What an amazing talent!
im having an existential crisis just realising this is the lead singer of thirsty merc.... such a different sound to the pub rock sound of thirsty merc. I love it!
thx for coming out and supporting!!
Truly criminal that this version only exists on UA-cam! Release this track on streaming/to purchase!
I really like this. Any chance on an NPR Tiny Desk Concert? that would be killer.
This is potentially the greatest thing ever. Better than puppies and ice cream combined.
idk bout you but puppy ice cream is pretty high up there
@@radensatriadewanto haha nice
This guy has several brains in his head...his sense of harmony, rhythm and lyrics, and his ability to produce quality music 'on the fly' has no parallel
Still one of my favourite live performances ever! The amount of love and precision...
thanx for listening mate! :)
This is just masterpiece 🥹
The bass hand seems to be on autopilot while Rai sings and plays the lead. This guy is truly a remarkable musician!
Put this version on the spotify! Its better than the other one :)
thank u for listening! :)
I love the combo of the grand piano and the keyboard, a very groovy track and your vocals are spot on. You are one of the best Australian music talents.
Unfreaking believable Rai! Just shared to everyone I know. I think I broke the repeat button.
I love how your playing just exudes love for music in general. It's not just talent, it's not just hard work... it's the passion. You are just an exceptional performer. Inspiring af.
He's in Hoboken, NJ tomorrow saturday...cant wait to see this guy amd Bernhoft...its gonna rock so hard
thank u :) happy to know u like my music
Who needs a professional studio when you can produce gold like this.
I love your song ..
I'm from thailand
fighting !!
So glad you posted this video. It was amazing to watch you vanish into your music. It's as if you started out as a guy, and then thirty seconds later, you had become a whirlwind of music. Awesome.
thanx man! thank u for your support :)
thank u for tuning in!
Such a vintage sound. True Talent
thanx for listening :) hope u can make it out to a show sometime!
thank u and thank u for ur support!
thank u for listening mate! :)
Rai, you got me dying bruh. Love your fkin ‘delicious’ chords and vibes you put in your music. Keep it rolling bruh!
I saw you Saturday night 4/27 at Harvelle's in Santa Monica. You're Awesome!!! Loved every minute of your performance!!!
In these day's popular culture , how many singers have this musician's gift ?
In 70's , 80's , singers were musicians generally.
But now , singers just singers...
This guy is totally musician singer!!👏👏
Your soul, your music, no difference. 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
I often revisit this. Rai is a freak. I love him.
thx man! thank u for listening :)
Rai you can do no wrong, you just keep getting better and better, and i already thought you were the best. Much respect, come home to oz soon. take care
Brilliant! As a long time American fan, I say you've got to come to Florida!
Rai you are one bad boy! We have something in common,...I also play left-handed key bass, and for years I've also had people ask how do I do both at the same time. I've explained, grow up listening to Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock, George Duke, P-Funk, and Prince and of course, be blessed by God, and the rest just falls into place. Keep jammin' brotha'. 😎
thank you so much Matt, Vishal and Emily!!
Heard you on KCRW yesterday. Then I promptly got drunk but I still remembered your name because the host spelled it out over the air. This is fantastic, love the boogie bass.
thanx :) glad u could make it!
Unbelievable flow in the bass-hand and in the singing, and I love this piano-groove-style! But from one man!!!😮❤ Is there a Club Remix from this?
First I listened to this while doing my work with my browser minimized. I enjoyed the music so much that it liften up my mood. The I heard the bass line 4:38, and kinda wondered who is this dude who played the bass. Never I thought that he was doing one-man performance. Then I rewatched the whole video from the beginning, glad I do. I really enjoyed your music! Keep up the passion!
thanx! :) hope to see you at a show sometime.
thank u :) i hope u can make it out to a show sometime!
up in 2020
I saw you in Toronto last night, blew me away brother. Serious groove.
This is my favourite version of this music....Rai you are magic!!!!
haha! so glad you found me! stay in touch
You, my friend, are a legend.
I knew I got these new speakers for a reason. Awesome, awesome music. Always liked your stuff.
Thanks cam ;) ( and others!!)
THIS IS FANTASTIC! REPLAY ALL DAY.
I saw you open for Bernhoft in West Hollywood and I don't know who I enjoyed more!
I bought a CD from you that night and haven't stop grooving
by the way your left hand is nuts!
thanx :) i really appreciate it!
Sun Rai, I just discovered you few days ago but are absolutly fabulous ! I love your groove... It's so good.... That is incredible....
Funky! I'll be at the Jarle Bernhoft show in Seattle. Can't WAIT!!
thanx Jori!
thx mate, im stoked u like it! :)
WHO ON THE FACE OF THIS EARTH COULD DISLIKE THIS.
hope so, Sophie!!
thx mate, i'm happy to know u enjoy my music :)
thx for coming!
thx man! glad u like my music.
Just watched you do your thing tonight. You were incredible man! It was a pleasure and I hope the best for you in the future! come back to NYC!
thx Ryan!!
thx so much mate!
Recently came across this fine song. So groovy! Amazing you are!!
New Favorite song. Thanks!! I wish i could see you live....
How is this song not on the radio!?!?! Seriously amazing!
you are up there with the best,you have too many gifts for 1 vessel. well done and much appreciated for letting us all into your vision as a human being. your cool az brother. TOP MAN
thanx mate! :)
for sure!
Great artist and song.
hope to get to WA soon!!
CAN'T wait for tonight in Montreal! :D
thanx mate :)
thank u so much samuel!! i'll keep it up! ;)
thanks mate!
Mr Thistlethwayte!.. it's always a pleasure to listen to what you create, there's not a bad one in your entire catalogue, I should know I reckon I've heard the lot.... Luvin' it! Btw My 7 year-old thinks of you as thirsty... for more ... Cheers Justin
thanks man
oh man! Im in Nashville next week! I'll keep an eye out for future gigs :)
this is so awesome!
wish I lived in LA or Oz so I could see you live, Rai. Used to live in Oz, your dad got me into Thirsty Merc back in '06, been a fan ever since!
thx for listening :)
wow, thank u so much!!
thanx so much! i'll def look into that!
i need ur new song........miss ya sun rai!!!!!!!!
Fantastic stuff - I heard San Francisco Street on KCRW and had to look you up man. Great music.
Rai, please please please come to Glasgow, Scotland....You are one talented man :)
That is an AWSOME song!!!!!!! - It is gonna be my new dancefloor hit :) - THANK YOU!!
thx man
thank u! playing a show in LA on March 25th, nothing in Arizona yet!
thank u so much :)