That's Dave Lindley with the guitar on his lap and the falsetto bit at the end. If you watch it again, pay attention to the moment as he's walking over to sing. The band is laughing... They know it's an iconic moment in the song that nobody was expecting. This song has been 10/10 for me since it was new. Thanks for taking the time to love it too.
The entire album Running on Empty was recorded while on tour, in concert, in motel rooms and even on the tour bus. This song is about the band wanting to just play music. The woman with the beautiful voice is Rosemary Butler and the long-haired fellow is the fabulous David Lindley. RIP, David. ❤Jackson! ☮❤🎶
Jackson Bowne concerts are like sitting with him in his living room. He always interacts with his audience in a personal way. It's very special. I'll say this again though, you should give the song "Sky Blue and Black" a listen. It's a gem.
I have seen him once with his band and I think 3 times without. My mom turned me on to him when I was young....well, I really didn't have a choice, lol. I'm thankful now, though. Just turned 40 and every time he is "close" we go to see him. Sky Blue and Black...he is so good at painting a picture with words. Amazing.
Nice Reaction. The 1st part of this song has always been special to be since I was "the sound guy" at smaller gigs for 20 or 30 years (part time). They do get there long before everyone else to set everything up; then work with the musicians during the soundcheck; then are mostly invisible until after the gig when they have to tear everything down. It's nice that Jackson Browne gave tribute to those people in song.
The 70s was the era of fabulous singer-songwriters. Carole King, James Taylor, Carly Simon and Jackson Browne to name just a few. It was a great era in music.
It's almost obscene how incredibly gifted Jackson Browne is in both writing and then performing his songs. Running On Empty is one of my all-time favorite albums. There wasn't a bad song on this entire album.
I was lucky to see this live right around the same time this was filmed - he sets the mood and makes the audience feel connected. One of the greatest singer songwriters of our time.
Beautiful Reaction and so true. I remember being a teen riding around in my 1969 Mustang, this song blaring from mu 8-Track with the windows down, just cruising the streets and enjoying life. Those days, just like the music from back then have long gone but I feel so privileged to have been able to live through that era at an age that it could be appreciated. Man do I miss that time when things were so simple and everyone just got along, no matter which side of the tracks you grew up on.
Quality music, quality musicians, quality voices. That's what we had in the '60s and '70s. Music of this calibre was the norm. So when older people today disparage much of the music of today, it's because they have a gold standard by which they can compare -- music with actual melodies, lyrics with actual meaning, no autotune, and because of all that engaged audiences.
The issue is that the modern-day "quality" music that you speak of is around. It's just not on the radio. Back in the day, it was the radio that brought us new music. Today, it's places like UA-cam. Tedeschi Trucks Band, Gov't Mule, Widespread Panic, Billy Strings, Sturgill Simpson, Sierra Ferrell, Molly Tuttle, Jason Isbell, and Railroad Earth are some great examples. Really good music is being made in 2024. You just have to work a little harder to find it. 😉
@@ajschroetlin2196 I'm aware of a lot of good music. Back in the day good music was the norm, not the exception. The names you listed are amazing artists and I listen to them all. Sierra Ferrell is probably my favorite artist right now.
I'm retired now, but spent years as a sound engineer and this song has always held a special place. The line about slamming doors and folding chairs stirs memories of concert halls, long days, and the honor of being a part of the show.
Saw Jackson Browne last year. He still sounds great and it was a lovely evening…..he made a 4000 seat theater feel so intimate….as someone else said; a class act. And this was the show closer.
I am from ‘75 and consider myself lucky that I was brought up with music from that era. I agree with you fully that those were the times of sincere music from the heart ❤️
I agree with you 100% that the music from years back was created out of the love of music instead of the love of the fame and money. Most of these types of creators crave privacy, really, and just want to earn a living doing what they love.
I saw him perform solo about 10 years ago. It was just him, a piano and 23 guitars lined up across the stage. He performed all his hits acoustically alternating back and forth between playing the piano and picking up a guitar. He'd pick up a guitar and say, "I wonder what song's in this one." Then he came back to the same venue the next year and played all those songs with a full band. The place was singing along and rockin'. Two outstanding shows.
"Doctor, My Eyes" is another GREAT song, by Jackson..He was a music machine, back in the day...Those were glorious times, for music, for sure!..Btw, he only ever played this live. It was a tribute to the people, and his roadies, to close out shows.
I was born in 60s and was lucky to be at his Detroit show on this tour. With my mom and dad. Not many bands offering that type of wholesomeness anymore. Great reactions!
You are so right! I am old enough to have gone to many concerts (including Jackson Browne) back in the day. It was so different then. The musicians were so talented, and they so connected with the audience. Miss those days... Jackson Browne is truly a class act. This was such a great reaction. Thank you!
In my case, the thing I cherish the most besides family and friends is music. It heals the soul and brings joy. Yes their are radio stations in the US that still play classic rock. I must say I so appreciate the reactors listening to this music and seeing how much you appreciate what was the best music ever created by such talented people. I'm 68 and lived through it and got to tell you I really miss those days. Peace and love my friends!
Thank you for bringing Jackson Browne to me. I have never really listened to him before even though I am in my 70s. The only thing I knew about him was that he was hung out with The Eagles and Lynda Rognstad. He reminds me of Van Morrison, you could check him out.
Your analysis is spot on. There are performers, and there are artists, who have the talent to express their feelings & visios to everyone through their words & music. So many emerged from’65-‘75, and I was lucky enough to be growing into an adult during that time. Jackson Brown was one of the best.✌️❤️🎶
This is from his Running On Empty album about life on the road. The entire album was recorded while on tour. You will love the video of the song "Running On Empty". Another one of the BEST live performances on UA-cam. (cut and paste) Jackson Browne - Running On Empty (LIVE) 1979
I was a teenager in the 70's and Jackson Browne was my favorite music artist. I love his voice and his song lyrics. The Load Out/Stay is my favorite song of his. I never saw him in concert back then but I have seen him in concert twice in the last few years. The first concert he was with James Taylor. The second concert was with only Jackson. He still sounds great. He's written songs for other people, including "Take it Easy", which he co-wrote with Glenn Frey of the Eagles. I read that Jackson Browne lived downstairs from Glenn Frey at the time and was stuck after he wrote "Standing on the Corner in Winslow Arizona" and Glenn helped him finish the song. He then let the Eagles go on to record it.
1. JB is one of the most overlooked artists these days. Such an amazing singer songwriter. 2. You guys are quickly becoming two of my favorite reactors. Your genuine appreciation for the music I've loved for years warms my heart. You're good souls. 3. You're dead on when you talk about these older artists doing it for the love of the music, not the fame and fortune. Great observation!
Nice tribute to those around Jackson Browne. Yep, surprises from David Lindley! He did do a solo project that I remember that got some airplay back in the day. Lindley's cover of Mercury Blues was the one I remember most. Nice reaction!
This is a tribute to his roadies who load and unload the equipment night after night. What a tribute. I doubt if anyone has taken the time to acknowledge them in song.
@@cpmf2112 If you wanted to persuade someone that Bob Dylan is a great poet, would you recite "Lay, Lady, Lay"? Do you really think "The Load Out" is representative of Jackson Browne's better lyrics?
Jackson Browne is actually very approachable, a friend of mine went to a concert of his an arrived very early before the show and noticed him preparing the stage moving stuff around and went down to the stage and asked him for his autograph. He was very kind and gracious... There are video's on UA-cam of him being cool with fans... "Shape of a Heart" is one of his songs shat can make my heart hurt...
I was a teenager in the 70’s and absolutely loved this song and all of Jackson Brownes music, i was so happy to see him in concert at the height of his success --sooooo good!🎉
You 2 are great. My wife and I have been fans of Jackson from the time we met. I started listening to Jackson when I was in my first year of college (1971-72). We have seen him in concert several times including 2012 in Milwaukee, WI. We were 2nd row center and he was the most engaging genuine performer I've ever seen. He always has the best musicians. One of my highlights was seeing the band (most of them anyway) that played on this album including the genius David Lindley who can play anything with strings.
I was 14 when this song came out and I thought it was awesome that he wrote a song paying tribute to the people behind the scenes that work harder than anyone and never get the glory! This will give generations the glory they deserve! ❤❤ this song and reaction, Thaks!
My absolute favorite Jackson Browne song, he wrote The Load Out and rewrote the lyrics of Stay and put them together. They used this as their closing concert number for years. I had no idea that you two were such Rockers! Thanks for another great reaction!
Great song! Jackson Browne started his career writing songs for other artists such as the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (he was briefly a member in 1966) & the Eagles (Browne co-wrote "Take It Easy"). But in the 70's he started recording his own songs. He had a lot of hits 70's-80's such as "Doctor, My Eyes", "Rock Me On The Water", "Here Come Those Tears Again", "Somebody's Baby", "Tender Is The Night" etc.
This album, and particularly this song, is what convinced me to become a recording engineer ! Waaay back in 1978! And that’s exactly what I did for 40 years. Peace
Glen Frey (cofounder of the Eagles), used to live one floor above Jackson in Los Angeles when he first moved to town. Glen learned how to write by hearing Jackson Playing the same 20 seconds of song over and over and over and over and over...................for weeks, adding a word here, changing a word there, slowly building the song and Glen said by the time it was written, he hated it. For two months all he heard from dawn until the middle of the night was "Doctor My Eyes" .
Thanks guys, I love this performance. It brings back memories. In the 70's, I had a job as a roadie and sound mixer for a touring band in Texas. We just played nightclubs and the like. The band broke up, as many do, but it was an adventure for me. You just can't beat good, live music.
I discovered Jackson in 1970 when he released his first album, and I've been a fan ever since. I've seen him in concert three times - in '74, in '78, and once more after the turn of the century. It is SO COOL to see the two of you discover this brilliant artist/ composer, and you're absolutely correct that the music from this particular era (60s - 80s) is more creative, more genuine, and more alive than the processed, auto-tuned digitized pablum that is passed off as music today. Keep listening to Jackson. There's a lot more beauty to discover there.
I am 100% with you!!! This song is one of the few (not really true... among many) that still makes my hair stand on end today! I play the song myself with my guitar. Certainly not as beautiful as Jackson, David and the band but always a tear rolls...... and every time I am grateful for this beautiful song!
Thanks for the observation about musicians in the '70s. True. And, also, the audiences had no problem waiting for a song to build and build --- the singer, the band, the crowd, they all took the journey of each song together. So fun!
I got a chance to see Jackson Browne in Saratoga Springs, NY where this song is credited as being recorded. I was there in 1997 for the 20th anniversary. One of the most professional, and smooth concerts I have seen. Rock Me on the WATER, Pretender, Running on Empty, ROSIE, Cocaine....many more.
This used to get played ALL the time on the radio when I was a kid, we'd sing along all the way through, including the high voice part, which was easy to reach when we were kids 👍😁
Thanks for this. He's still making great music imo. Frist saw him with my (then) future wife in 1975. Saw him with our granddaughter last year, and many times between, whenever he's close. Like his music the shows are always intimate and personal. You get the sense he would do this on a street corner if it came down to it. He put up several video's on YT of him playing from home during covid. You ought to check them out. Anyway thx again your positive reaction warms my heart.
The whole album this song is on is a great group of songs. It's called "Running On Empty". It is a live and not live combination of recorded songs. Don't wait for people to suggest it, just listen, it may not make you money but it will make you happy!
Another banger Guys, your reaction to the music of my youth, re-affirms that I had pretty good taste back then. It also means that you and your listeners, have pretty good taste now. Thanks for giving us a second chance to listen to these great artists, that would otherwise stay un-listened to in our C.D., and L.P., collections. Stay safe, happy and together. Mark from London.
Please, if you guys get a chance, listen to the song "These days" by Jackson..There are many versions of the song, covered by many people..Gregg Allman's might be the best..It's my favorite, as well as most others, including Jackson...Anyway, it doesn't matter. It's the words!..He wrote it when he was around 14/15, depending on how Jackson feel's when he tell's of it..(I've even read somewhere that he said he was 12!)..Well, if you listen to it, pay close attention to the lyrics. It's a simple song, but the words are that of a much older/experienced writer..Someone who has loved and lost..Amazing when you think of it!..I've been playing and singing it for years. It's a favorite of mine..I know you'll both love it.
Back in high school, yes in the 70's, my boyfriend created a slide show, yes old school slides, click picture, click picture in one of the carasoul machines, all this pics from shows we had seen, matched up to this song, it was a big hit at our dance. Great memories.
I am a self confessed hardest of the hard rockers, yet Jackson Browne is right up there in my number ones, and possibly the artist that gets my most playtime overall. I've mentioned these songs before, but please (not for me) listen to "Ready or Not" for a lighter side of Jackson, " Redneck Friend" for the rocker side of Jackson and " Here Come Those Tears Again" just because Jackson. You will soon be singing along. He's not a generational talent, he is a once in-all-of-time talent.
11:55 Yes, Dominika. Where I live, there are 2 classic rock stations that play this song and almost every song from that era you've heard so far. This music is too good to die out.
That's Dave Lindley with the guitar on his lap and the falsetto bit at the end. If you watch it again, pay attention to the moment as he's walking over to sing. The band is laughing... They know it's an iconic moment in the song that nobody was expecting. This song has been 10/10 for me since it was new. Thanks for taking the time to love it too.
He died March 3, 2023. Had Covid in 2020, it developed into long Covid and caused chronic kidney damage. He was 78.
The entire album Running on Empty was recorded while on tour, in concert, in motel rooms and even on the tour bus. This song is about the band wanting to just play music. The woman with the beautiful voice is Rosemary Butler and the long-haired fellow is the fabulous David Lindley. RIP, David. ❤Jackson! ☮❤🎶
"Sometimes you don't have to cover it with no shiny B.S."
Well said dear.
I love the comment he has "a head full of lyrics" because it was on the mark. He is a fabulous singer-songwriter.
Jackson Bowne concerts are like sitting with him in his living room. He always interacts with his audience in a personal way. It's very special. I'll say this again though, you should give the song "Sky Blue and Black" a listen. It's a gem.
I totally agree with you as it was like that when I saw him in concert (Toronto -1970s).
I have seen him once with his band and I think 3 times without. My mom turned me on to him when I was young....well, I really didn't have a choice, lol. I'm thankful now, though. Just turned 40 and every time he is "close" we go to see him.
Sky Blue and Black...he is so good at painting a picture with words. Amazing.
Nice Reaction. The 1st part of this song has always been special to be since I was "the sound guy" at smaller gigs for 20 or 30 years (part time). They do get there long before everyone else to set everything up; then work with the musicians during the soundcheck; then are mostly invisible until after the gig when they have to tear everything down. It's nice that Jackson Browne gave tribute to those people in song.
The 70s was the era of fabulous singer-songwriters. Carole King, James Taylor, Carly Simon and Jackson Browne to name just a few. It was a great era in music.
Jackson Browne came across as a very blue collar artist, his lyrics, although seeming sophisticated were very relatable.
Let's not forget that this utter brilliance is performed by young heavily driven musicians
When I saw you were going to react to this I dropped everything to watch because I knew you would love it. Very fun song. Great reaction.
Many thanks. Glad you enjoyed it 😊
It's almost obscene how incredibly gifted Jackson Browne is in both writing and then performing his songs. Running On Empty is one of my all-time favorite albums. There wasn't a bad song on this entire album.
I bought it when it was first released. A great album.
This song does to me what only music can do Put a smile on my face and tears in my eyes Peace to you both
I was lucky to see this live right around the same time this was filmed - he sets the mood and makes the audience feel connected. One of the greatest singer songwriters of our time.
Beautiful Reaction and so true. I remember being a teen riding around in my 1969 Mustang, this song blaring from mu 8-Track with the windows down, just cruising the streets and enjoying life. Those days, just like the music from back then have long gone but I feel so privileged to have been able to live through that era at an age that it could be appreciated. Man do I miss that time when things were so simple and everyone just got along, no matter which side of the tracks you grew up on.
Quality music, quality musicians, quality voices. That's what we had in the '60s and '70s. Music of this calibre was the norm. So when older people today disparage much of the music of today, it's because they have a gold standard by which they can compare -- music with actual melodies, lyrics with actual meaning, no autotune, and because of all that engaged audiences.
The issue is that the modern-day "quality" music that you speak of is around. It's just not on the radio.
Back in the day, it was the radio that brought us new music. Today, it's places like UA-cam.
Tedeschi Trucks Band, Gov't Mule, Widespread Panic, Billy Strings, Sturgill Simpson, Sierra Ferrell, Molly Tuttle, Jason Isbell, and Railroad Earth are some great examples.
Really good music is being made in 2024. You just have to work a little harder to find it. 😉
@@ajschroetlin2196 I'm aware of a lot of good music. Back in the day good music was the norm, not the exception. The names you listed are amazing artists and I listen to them all. Sierra Ferrell is probably my favorite artist right now.
Experiencing JB performing Load out & Stay when he had David on the slide guitar and singing his part remains an epic memory.
Don’t forget Rosemary Butler
Going to see Jackson was a joyful event. Seeing Linda open for him was spiritual.
David Lindley and Jackson could read each other's minds. RIP David..gratitude for the joy you gave. And Rosemary Butler's voice ❤
Now this is how you end a show.
I'm retired now, but spent years as a sound engineer and this song has always held a special place. The line about slamming doors and folding chairs stirs memories of concert halls, long days, and the honor of being a part of the show.
Worked concert sound for 12 years... I can confirm.
Saw Jackson Browne last year. He still sounds great and it was a lovely evening…..he made a 4000 seat theater feel so intimate….as someone else said; a class act. And this was the show closer.
You two just bring smiles to my lonely world…thank you!
Happy to hear that. Much love and warm wishes from Romania ☺️
hang in there william, enjoy the little things.
I am from ‘75 and consider myself lucky that I was brought up with music from that era. I agree with you fully that those were the times of sincere music from the heart ❤️
I agree, The days of real musicians are disappearing. I am happy that you did this reaction!! Thanks!
The ultimate crew shout-out.🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
RIP David Lindley😇
I was able to see him and Linda at a great concert back in the mid seventies.
I agree with you 100% that the music from years back was created out of the love of music instead of the love of the fame and money. Most of these types of creators crave privacy, really, and just want to earn a living doing what they love.
This is a lesson in Gratitude.
I saw him perform solo about 10 years ago. It was just him, a piano and 23 guitars lined up across the stage. He performed all his hits acoustically alternating back and forth between playing the piano and picking up a guitar. He'd pick up a guitar and say, "I wonder what song's in this one." Then he came back to the same venue the next year and played all those songs with a full band. The place was singing along and rockin'. Two outstanding shows.
"Doctor, My Eyes" is another GREAT song, by Jackson..He was a music machine, back in the day...Those were glorious times, for music, for sure!..Btw, he only ever played this live. It was a tribute to the people, and his roadies, to close out shows.
I was born in 60s and was lucky to be at his Detroit show on this tour. With my mom and dad. Not many bands offering that type of wholesomeness anymore. Great reactions!
You are so right! I am old enough to have gone to many concerts (including Jackson Browne) back in the day. It was so different then. The musicians were so talented, and they so connected with the audience. Miss those days...
Jackson Browne is truly a class act. This was such a great reaction. Thank you!
In my case, the thing I cherish the most besides family and friends is music. It heals the soul and brings joy. Yes their are radio stations in the US that still play classic rock. I must say I so appreciate the reactors listening to this music and seeing how much you appreciate what was the best music ever created by such talented people. I'm 68 and lived through it and got to tell you I really miss those days. Peace and love my friends!
Thank you 😊 Big hug 💚
David Lindley on lap steel guitar and high vocals. RIP
The summer of 79 i was 29 with a new car and this song blasting on the deck , life was good ,
Me too!
What an amazing performance! Also, the reaction was fantastic too!
Some of my favorites...In the Shape of a Heart, Sky Blue and Black.
Thank you for bringing Jackson Browne to me. I have never really listened to him before even though I am in my 70s. The only thing I knew about him was that he was hung out with The Eagles and Lynda Rognstad. He reminds me of Van Morrison, you could check him out.
I think you guys are old souls. And I mean that in the most flattering way. You appreciate good older music. God Bless you both
Oh, we agree with being old souls for sure 😀
❤❤Being blessed enough to experience Jackson Brown live over 20 years ago, is something I will forever cherish. ❤❤
Awesome reaction (the sheer joy on your faces) to a great performer and a great song.... tis is how reactions should be ...keep up the good work.
Thank you! Will do! 😃
Your analysis is spot on. There are performers, and there are artists, who have the talent to express their feelings & visios to everyone through their words & music. So many emerged from’65-‘75, and I was lucky enough to be growing into an adult during that time. Jackson Brown was one of the best.✌️❤️🎶
This is from his Running On Empty album about life on the road. The entire album was recorded while on tour. You will love the video of the song "Running On Empty". Another one of the BEST live performances on UA-cam. (cut and paste) Jackson Browne - Running On Empty (LIVE) 1979
Thank you 👍
I was a teenager in the 70's and Jackson Browne was my favorite music artist. I love his voice and his song lyrics. The Load Out/Stay is my favorite song of his. I never saw him in concert back then but I have seen him in concert twice in the last few years. The first concert he was with James Taylor. The second concert was with only Jackson. He still sounds great. He's written songs for other people, including "Take it Easy", which he co-wrote with Glenn Frey of the Eagles. I read that Jackson Browne lived downstairs from Glenn Frey at the time and was stuck after he wrote "Standing on the Corner in Winslow Arizona" and Glenn helped him finish the song. He then let the Eagles go on to record it.
I like the way he showcases so much tale
nt in the group
Excellent!!! Excellent!!! Excellent!!! and I seen him & his band perform this song in 2004. AMAZING!!! Lots of tears!!!
A great tribute to his crew and fans!!!!
I played this whole album often when I was a teenager, I still enjoy it today, great song-writer right there.
1. JB is one of the most overlooked artists these days. Such an amazing singer songwriter.
2. You guys are quickly becoming two of my favorite reactors.
Your genuine appreciation for the music I've loved for years warms my heart. You're good souls.
3. You're dead on when you talk about these older artists doing it for the love of the music, not the fame and fortune. Great observation!
I lo.ve your reaction and I agree completely. This is a great video. I really enjoy watching you both. Hi from Washington state.
The glorious Rosemary Butler singing background vocals here ...my goosebumps have chills ,even after all this time ! Majestic musicianship ...
Nice tribute to those around Jackson Browne. Yep, surprises from David Lindley! He did do a solo project that I remember that got some airplay back in the day. Lindley's cover of Mercury Blues was the one I remember most. Nice reaction!
Great reaction guys...loving your channel in New Orleans.
Thank you 😊 Love from Romania 💚
This is a tribute to his roadies who load and unload the equipment night after night. What a tribute. I doubt if anyone has taken the time to acknowledge them in song.
But notice how little craft he applied to the lyrics.
@@leonardshevlin7260what songs have you crafted? 🙄
@@cpmf2112 It's a very nice tune and it was nice to recognize the hard work of roadies.
Which JB song's lyrics are as in artful as "The Loadout"?
@@leonardshevlin7260 what songs have YOU crafted?
@@cpmf2112 If you wanted to persuade someone that Bob Dylan is a great poet, would you recite "Lay, Lady, Lay"?
Do you really think "The Load Out" is representative of Jackson Browne's better lyrics?
This song makes you feel.
The great Rosemary Butler. 🙂
That Girl Could Sing and Shape Of A Heart are 2 more great Jackson Brown songs. Love your channel.
Part of the West Coast sound! What a great artist! What a Great song! 😎🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 You guys will love this…what enormous talent; the Whole Band!
Jackson Browne is actually very approachable, a friend of mine went to a concert of his an arrived very early before the show and noticed him preparing the stage moving stuff around and went down to the stage and asked him for his autograph. He was very kind and gracious... There are video's on UA-cam of him being cool with fans... "Shape of a Heart" is one of his songs shat can make my heart hurt...
What a great memory 💚
He sings to my soul.
Lol great song, itch your nose it's ok😂 great reaction!❤🙏
You guys are a treasure
I was a teenager in the 70’s and absolutely loved this song and all of Jackson Brownes music, i was so happy to see him in concert at the height of his success --sooooo good!🎉
You 2 are great. My wife and I have been fans of Jackson from the time we met. I started listening to Jackson when I was in my first year of college (1971-72). We have seen him in concert several times including 2012 in Milwaukee, WI. We were 2nd row center and he was the most engaging genuine performer I've ever seen. He always has the best musicians. One of my highlights was seeing the band (most of them anyway) that played on this album including the genius David Lindley who can play anything with strings.
JB is a genius! Still making superb music. His album "Late For the Sky" is a masterpeice....my favourite album ever!
I was 14 when this song came out and I thought it was awesome that he wrote a song paying tribute to the people behind the scenes that work harder than anyone and never get the glory! This will give generations the glory they deserve! ❤❤ this song and reaction, Thaks!
My absolute favorite Jackson Browne song, he wrote The Load Out and rewrote the lyrics of Stay and put them together. They used this as their closing concert number for years.
I had no idea that you two were such Rockers! Thanks for another great reaction!
That guy with the long hair is David Lindley and you should check his own great version of Mercury Blues.
Beautiful storytelling needs no unnecessary embellishments.
Great song! Jackson Browne started his career writing songs for other artists such as the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (he was briefly a member in 1966) & the Eagles (Browne co-wrote "Take It Easy"). But in the 70's he started recording his own songs. He had a lot of hits 70's-80's such as "Doctor, My Eyes", "Rock Me On The Water", "Here Come Those Tears Again", "Somebody's Baby", "Tender Is The Night" etc.
Fantastic!
YAAAAAAY!!! I LOVE THIS SONG: SOOO MUCH!!! Jackson Browne is a TRUE TREASURE!!! ENJOY!! Hugs from Texas!!
This album, and particularly this song, is what convinced me to become a recording engineer ! Waaay back in 1978! And that’s exactly what I did for 40 years.
Peace
I love your take on the soul of the music back in the day. "Running on Empty" is my fav Jackson Browne song.
For the Love of music. ❤
Glen Frey (cofounder of the Eagles), used to live one floor above Jackson in Los Angeles when he first moved to town. Glen learned how to write by hearing Jackson Playing the same 20 seconds of song over and over and over and over and over...................for weeks, adding a word here, changing a word there, slowly building the song and Glen said by the time it was written, he hated it. For two months all he heard from dawn until the middle of the night was "Doctor My Eyes" .
I just heard Browne on the radio 2 weeks ago. I am from USA. Oh and I also have his album
great reaction guys. loved it. peace from oregon usa
Thanks guys, I love this performance. It brings back memories. In the 70's, I had a job as a roadie and sound mixer for a touring band in Texas. We just played nightclubs and the like. The band broke up, as many do, but it was an adventure for me. You just can't beat good, live music.
I discovered Jackson in 1970 when he released his first album, and I've been a fan ever since. I've seen him in concert three times - in '74, in '78, and once more after the turn of the century. It is SO COOL to see the two of you discover this brilliant artist/ composer, and you're absolutely correct that the music from this particular era (60s - 80s) is more creative, more genuine, and more alive than the processed, auto-tuned digitized pablum that is passed off as music today. Keep listening to Jackson. There's a lot more beauty to discover there.
Thank you for sharing 😊
I am 100% with you!!! This song is one of the few (not really true... among many) that still makes my hair stand on end today! I play the song myself with my guitar. Certainly not as beautiful as Jackson, David and the band but always a tear rolls...... and every time I am grateful for this beautiful song!
It's a pleasure watching you react to Jackson Browne! I look forward to seeing you react to Doctor My Eyes.
Hitting the bangers this morning!
Thanks for the observation about musicians in the '70s. True. And, also, the audiences had no problem waiting for a song to build and build --- the singer, the band, the crowd, they all took the journey of each song together. So fun!
Your reaction is so well said!! I was a teenager in the 70's and I am so grateful! Thanks for this reaction!
Thanks!
Thank you kindly for your support! 💚
I got a chance to see Jackson Browne in Saratoga Springs, NY where this song is credited as being recorded. I was there in 1997 for the 20th anniversary. One of the most professional, and smooth concerts I have seen. Rock Me on the WATER, Pretender, Running on Empty, ROSIE, Cocaine....many more.
Bought this single 45 which got me into Jackson Browne.Heard it first while out looking for other music at about 15/16 years old 😀👍
This used to get played ALL the time on the radio when I was a kid, we'd sing along all the way through, including the high voice part, which was easy to reach when we were kids 👍😁
Thanks for this. He's still making great music imo. Frist saw him with my (then) future wife in 1975. Saw him with our granddaughter last year, and many times between, whenever he's close. Like his music the shows are always intimate and personal. You get the sense he would do this on a street corner if it came down to it. He put up several video's on YT of him playing from home during covid. You ought to check them out. Anyway thx again your positive reaction warms my heart.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful reaction here today.
The whole album this song is on is a great group of songs. It's called "Running On Empty". It is a live and not live combination of recorded songs. Don't wait for people to suggest it, just listen, it may not make you money but it will make you happy!
Another banger Guys, your reaction to the music of my youth, re-affirms that I had pretty good taste back then. It also means that you and your listeners, have pretty good taste now. Thanks for giving us a second chance to listen to these great artists, that would otherwise stay un-listened to in our C.D., and L.P., collections. Stay safe, happy and together. Mark from London.
Please, if you guys get a chance, listen to the song "These days" by Jackson..There are many versions of the song, covered by many people..Gregg Allman's might be the best..It's my favorite, as well as most others, including Jackson...Anyway, it doesn't matter. It's the words!..He wrote it when he was around 14/15, depending on how Jackson feel's when he tell's of it..(I've even read somewhere that he said he was 12!)..Well, if you listen to it, pay close attention to the lyrics. It's a simple song, but the words are that of a much older/experienced writer..Someone who has loved and lost..Amazing when you think of it!..I've been playing and singing it for years. It's a favorite of mine..I know you'll both love it.
Awesome. Thank you 😊
Back in high school, yes in the 70's, my boyfriend created a slide show, yes old school slides, click picture, click picture in one of the carasoul machines, all this pics from shows we had seen, matched up to this song, it was a big hit at our dance. Great memories.
Beautiful memories 💚
You are awesome
I am a self confessed hardest of the hard rockers, yet Jackson Browne is right up there in my number ones, and possibly the artist that gets my most playtime overall.
I've mentioned these songs before, but please (not for me) listen to "Ready or Not" for a lighter side of Jackson, " Redneck Friend" for the rocker side of Jackson and " Here Come Those Tears Again" just because Jackson. You will soon be singing along. He's not a generational talent, he is a once in-all-of-time talent.
11:55 Yes, Dominika. Where I live, there are 2 classic rock stations that play this song and almost every song from that era you've heard so far. This music is too good to die out.
So cool. Thank you 😊
Y'all are great!
The late great David Lindley. He was such an exceptional musical talent!!