The fact that Emmitt wasn't. swept up by another label when Dunhill died is a searing indictment of the music industry. He was easily one of the very greatest singer/songwriter/arrangers of the late 60's/early 70's. He had more than enough talent for five or six people COMBINED.
How does someone with that face, that voice, those songs, those arrangements, those playing chops, those home recording skills somehow get shunted aside by the music industry? It boggles the imagination.
I can think of many singer/songwriters that have "made it" that have no right to come close to Emmit. He will always be a stunning genius and a very gifted musician.
Emitt Rhodes will never truly die. His music and story must be shared and told for generations to come. He’s already left an eternal and indelible mark on pop songcraft. The man is gone, but the songs remain in our hearts and minds forever
Emitt is one of my top 3 favorite musicians, alongside Jim Sullivan and Midnight Oil. Learning about his passing broke my heart, especially since I didn't learn about it until just recently. I hope I can share his music with as many people as I can, his stuff is very important to me!
I have been a huge fan of Emitt Rhodes for many years. I was so sorry to learn of his passing in July 2020. I was so happy to hear that he was back in the studio and working on a new album. He was a major talent and I am glad to say that I am so glad to have heard his music and owned several of his albums. Also, I am so glad that he was back in the studio and recording again. He will be missed by many. 💔
Thank you for this...Emitt Rhodes remains one of my unsung pop heroes...As I am a recently two year survivor,I just felt like singing this morning...Another sunrise afforded to me...Here goes something.
RIP Emitt. You wowed me when I heard the first solo album as I became aware of your many talents from such a young age. I grew up in Highland, CA two years behind you and it's sad to hear you were treated so poorly by people that couldn't hold a candle to your musical genius. We were robbed.
The fact that Emmitt wasn't. swept up by another label when Dunhill died is a searing indictment of the music industry. He was easily one of the very greatest singer/songwriter/arrangers of the late 60's/early 70's. He had more than enough talent for five or six people COMBINED.
How does someone with that face, that voice, those songs, those arrangements, those playing chops, those home recording skills somehow get shunted aside by the music industry? It boggles the imagination.
I can think of many singer/songwriters that have "made it" that have no right to come close to Emmit. He will always be a stunning genius and a very gifted musician.
What a genius, up there with Klaatu and Badfinger
Emitt Rhodes will never truly die. His music and story must be shared and told for generations to come. He’s already left an eternal and indelible mark on pop songcraft. The man is gone, but the songs remain in our hearts and minds forever
I can’t believe I never heard of him...these songs should be on media etc Now, as they still resonate today imho...wow what a talent...
Emitt is one of my top 3 favorite musicians, alongside Jim Sullivan and Midnight Oil. Learning about his passing broke my heart, especially since I didn't learn about it until just recently. I hope I can share his music with as many people as I can, his stuff is very important to me!
A precious piece of OGWT footage. RIP Emitt Rhodes.
neat, neat, neat. may this video continue to broadcast to the multitudes.
I discovered him some years ago thanks to the documentary The One Man Beatles. A great movie, a pure artist.
I have been a huge fan of Emitt Rhodes for many years. I was so sorry to learn of his passing in July 2020. I was so happy to hear that he was back in the studio and working on a new album. He was a major talent and I am glad to say that I am so glad to have heard his music and owned several of his albums. Also, I am so glad that he was back in the studio and recording again. He will be missed by many. 💔
I've been listening to "Mirror" a lot lately. Great album.
Oh For SO Long
Thank you for this...Emitt Rhodes remains one of my unsung pop heroes...As I am a recently two year survivor,I just felt like singing this morning...Another sunrise afforded to me...Here goes something.
RIP Emitt. You wowed me when I heard the first solo album as I became aware of your many talents from such a young age. I grew up in Highland, CA two years behind you and it's sad to hear you were treated so poorly by people that couldn't hold a candle to your musical genius. We were robbed.
I love Emitt! So good to see this!
What a brilliant talent. RIP.
Damn this guy was good.
nice sound, harmonies, bluesy rocker. he's probably playing and singing all parts here, too 😄
I remember hearing his songs in 1969-1970 and rushed to Tower Records to buy his album. I love his music.