The Smile - Open The Floodgates (Live at Magazine, January 2022)

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  • Опубліковано 16 чер 2022
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    Filmed by: Driift Live Ltd
    Director: Paul Dugdale
    Producer: Amy James
    Head of Production: Sasha Duncan
    Post-production producer: Lucy Bell
    DOP: Brett Turnball
    Lighting Designer / Creative director: Andi Watson
    Editor: Simon Bryant
    Colourist: Steve Atkins
    Associate director: Emma L Ramsay
    Vision mixer: Dan Winterburn
    Hot head operators: Giles Mallard, Shaun Willis, Dave Nixon, Matt Ingham
    Steadicam operator: Curtis Dunne
    Technical producer: Leo-Manning Jones
    Hot head technicians: Gino Moodley, Tom Kelly, Patrick Hall, Jake Parsons
    1st AC’s: Chris Robertson, Jon Mitchell, Oleg Poupko
    Technical unit manager: Dan Studley
    Camera manager: Claire Hughes
    Guarantee engineer: James Feasey
    Camera assistants: Andrew Trewartha, Bradley Sparks, Jamie Cook, Tom Letchford, Fraser Harrison, Tom Firth
    Vision engineers: Steve Moakes, Richard Pullen
    RF engineers: Dan Wallis, Ben Hawker
    Floor manager: Emily Asher
    Production coordinator: Luca Barton
    Runners: Finn George, Ruben Boyce, Jesse Williams
    Recorded and mixed by Sam Petts-Davies’
    Post-production house: The Joint
    Broadcast Audio: Spiritland
    Live Broadcast: Jackshoot
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 352

  • @tomaspuente2457
    @tomaspuente2457 2 роки тому +58

    I'd have flown into outer space if I'd been there. I love you.

    • @bsantosgp
      @bsantosgp 6 місяців тому +1

      I was there and I can tell you that I did, still not over this almost two year later…

    • @dude1305
      @dude1305 4 місяці тому

      I've just about reached lunar orbit sitting here at my desk, holy shla-MOLY what a performance

  • @the_am_corner
    @the_am_corner 2 роки тому +205

    Years may pass but Thom's angelic voice will never go away.

    • @gracie99999
      @gracie99999 Рік тому +5

      what a great voice indeed

    • @conorkmartshoppingexperien2739
      @conorkmartshoppingexperien2739 Рік тому +1

      just saw him in nashville and he sounded so good same with jonny and tom theyre killing it all these years later. legends

    • @Imsupposedtostudy
      @Imsupposedtostudy Рік тому +2

      death comes to all. no matter who you are

    • @eyemoeba
      @eyemoeba 11 місяців тому

      sounds better than ever here. glorious.

  • @bsantosgp
    @bsantosgp 7 місяців тому +23

    I was there! My body longs for that feeling everyday, what a day that was... I wish I could go back in time. Looking forward to see them again in March next year.

    • @Drenwickification
      @Drenwickification 22 дні тому +1

      Same here. I was at the second show. Was so awesome walking in past all their instruments within touching distance. Wish they’d upload the full thing on UA-cam though!! Hope they do something like it again

  • @EricWarren
    @EricWarren 2 роки тому +18

    I used to say this about Miles Davis: this is the music that God listens to. Now I can say it about The Smile.

  • @Lellos_
    @Lellos_ 2 роки тому +128

    Don't bore us
    Get to the chorus
    And open your floodgates
    Just the good bits
    Without your bullshit
    And no heartaches
    Someone lead us
    Out the darkness
    Out the darkness
    No pain and
    No struggling
    And no one gets hurt
    We absolve you
    We absorb you
    Throw that rubbish away
    Someone lead us
    Out the darkness
    Out the darkness
    Someone lead us
    Out the darkness
    Out the darkness

    • @bjuliene
      @bjuliene Рік тому +3

      Thank you fellow lyric Lover♡

    • @ablove81
      @ablove81 Рік тому

      Tears

    • @julianhart2247
      @julianhart2247 3 місяці тому

      Pop music? What happens when people stop listening to sad music.

  • @cropsey.
    @cropsey. 2 роки тому +117

    His voice is like waiting for the sun to rise at midnight. It's with you at your worst, whispers you that the sun will rise even if you are in pitch darkness.

  • @Bandstand
    @Bandstand 2 роки тому +110

    So good it hurts

  • @marconrafael
    @marconrafael 2 роки тому +35

    Love how Thom sings "someone lead us" instead of "someone lead me" in this version

  • @outerspace..
    @outerspace.. 7 місяців тому +2

    There are many reasons behind my YT nickname, and one of it it’s Thom Yorke.
    Your songs keeps healing me Thom, and for that i’m unconditionally grateful.

  • @liadcohen8327
    @liadcohen8327 2 роки тому +57

    I just got tickets to the two Brooklyn shows and it's going to be the light at the end of the tunnel for me after a very hard year. I am so grateful.

  • @Drenwickification
    @Drenwickification 22 дні тому +2

    I wish they’d just upload this full show! I was so awesome

  • @lms2932
    @lms2932 2 роки тому +11

    This video is an example of why I just paid tons of money to see them in Nashville this year!

  • @user-vd8uy9ri8p
    @user-vd8uy9ri8p 2 роки тому +9

    floating in the universe with the smile

  • @SumanBhattacharya
    @SumanBhattacharya 2 місяці тому +2

    Lucky to be alive and listening to this masterpiece.

  • @triplem1567
    @triplem1567 2 роки тому +48

    It took me this live performance to fully appreciate this song. I think it’s way better than the album version. The rhythm is much more audible and adds an electronic vibe that I missed on the album. Also, Jonny’s delay effect fits the song perfectly.

  • @luispinheirodosmontes7219
    @luispinheirodosmontes7219 Рік тому +3

    When I'm feeling down I only have to think that Thom York must be busy working out another masterpiece and my day imediatly gets better...🤗 fuck this music is soo good!!!

  • @msdrtr
    @msdrtr 2 роки тому +21

    I paid to see this performance online and I still think about the performance. That says a lot..... PLEASE release in blu ray 4K that would be so nice......

  • @storlach
    @storlach 2 роки тому +44

    How fragile and strong at the same time! It's beauty and poetry and melancholy and hope transformed into music.

  • @ContinuousFocus
    @ContinuousFocus 2 роки тому +197

    The shows at Magazine were amazing, would love more of these videos, sound mixing on point as always :)

    • @ExitmusicAr
      @ExitmusicAr 2 роки тому +5

      ♥ Amazing song

    • @Jimmy1982Playlists
      @Jimmy1982Playlists 2 роки тому +5

      Yes, please more live videos!

    • @crumbtember
      @crumbtember 2 роки тому +5

      I wanna see the darn eyes and mouth and Joe Jackson cover again :o

  • @michaelnovak9898
    @michaelnovak9898 2 роки тому +151

    That's just great! This live version is probably even better than the studio one (which is still amazingly beautiful). After watching the show at Magazine this was the one that left the biggest impression on me. So thank you so much for sharing it!

    • @twochordcool
      @twochordcool 11 місяців тому

      I was thinking the exact opposite - how they couldn't quite capture what they did in the studio with this, live.

    • @zynel413
      @zynel413 4 місяці тому

      ​@@twochordcoolit's a different, more minimalist take which I really appreciate. The studio is more grand and spacious with the string arrangements but this live version really shows how beautiful this song still is with all that stripped back

  • @tonybrand6220
    @tonybrand6220 5 місяців тому +1

    This is one of my favourite songs ever ❤. I was there on the Sunday morning, it was the most ecstatic, transcendent experience I've ever had on a Sunday morning (or without drugs 😂 other than a little bit of red wine). xx

  • @MicahBuzanMUSIC
    @MicahBuzanMUSIC 2 роки тому +45

    Love this version with the fast synth staccato stabs. It contrasts nicely with the slow singing and Jonny's beautiful guitar melodies.

  • @debjones60
    @debjones60 2 роки тому +58

    OMG I have goosebumps. Ethereal, tender, exquisite.

    • @travismaenle9416
      @travismaenle9416 Рік тому +1

      This song just wraps you in warmth and lys you down to sleep with angels. Top 20 most beautiful songs ive heard in my life.

  • @thepleyadian6559
    @thepleyadian6559 Рік тому +11

    My soul grows every time i hear it

  • @VladShpiro
    @VladShpiro Рік тому +6

    With all the events unfolding in Europe I really didn't feel like staying alive was worth it anymore.
    This song helps a lot. Thanks, Thom, I appreciate this art

  • @wheredchhasnoname
    @wheredchhasnoname 2 роки тому +17

    love how clean it sounds, vocals sounds like studio recording

  • @Barcles_G
    @Barcles_G 2 роки тому +37

    I think this was from Magazine Show #2 on 30th Jan which started at 1am. It was absolutely magical to be there. This track in particular made it feel like cold and beautiful light was falling all around in the round. Afterwards, I got home at 4am, slept 5 hours, and then went back for the 11am Magazine show for more of the same. Sometimes with certain bands and artists all other considerations just go out the window.
    During lockdown, I wondered whether I would ever see live music again. Post-lockdown, I wondered if i'd ever see Radiohead again. I'm still wondering that now. But even if Radiohead never play live again, we will always have these Magazine shows, and now we have ALFAA too- which is about as perfect a record as i've ever heard in my life. I genuinely believe that Radiohead will still be one of the bands that people of the future will be listening to in 300 years time.
    No time spent listening to Radiohead is ever time wasted. 'How to Disappear Completely' is the greatest piece of music i've ever heard in my life. It's so good that I don't think even Radiohead will top it. If you don't believe me, watch this Canal + performance from 2001 >> ua-cam.com/video/zw1kDxjDSxk/v-deo.html /
    I don't know if we'll ever get another Radiohead album, but if we don’t- I’m ok with that. We still get to play the ones they’ve left us over and over.
    What a band.

    • @gracie99999
      @gracie99999 Рік тому +2

      this type music always welcome and needed

    • @jconnon
      @jconnon Рік тому +3

      5022 would be three thousand years. 😃

    • @Barcles_G
      @Barcles_G Рік тому +2

      @@jconnon you are SO right. Blame the wine. Although I think people will be listening to Radiohead In 2522 and 5022. It’s just that In 5022 they have better holograms.

    • @bjuliene
      @bjuliene Рік тому +1

      Beautiful, insightful comment. Thank you for your input ♡

    • @costcoexecutivemember
      @costcoexecutivemember 7 місяців тому

      Can’t tell if this is satire or not, amazing copypasta if not

  • @ianmcnicol6425
    @ianmcnicol6425 Рік тому +3

    At 3.23 when Johnny hits that last extended note...Thom's 'smile' is in recognition.

  • @92bth
    @92bth 2 роки тому +7

    Waited over a decade for this ditty and I'm not angry one bit. What an end product.

  • @NReclining
    @NReclining 2 роки тому +4

    On and on and on and on and on and on and on throughout time, through worlds, and canyons, and rivers, and dreams.
    Thom will keep writing, and singing, and writing, and singing.
    Forever and ever and ever
    And we will Smile
    Amen

  • @carlosvillegas3982
    @carlosvillegas3982 Рік тому +4

    Thom Yorke Is a musical genius without a doubt. He plays different instruments flawless and with so much passion!. With this beautiful song he moves me, relaxes me, and presenta me a different reality if this world. Music Is a very important compliment of our lives, and Thom Yorke Is a very important compliment of mine!!

  • @bijonmusicuk9343
    @bijonmusicuk9343 2 роки тому +8

    Pleasure to be at the 11am show at the magazine. Such a unique experience

  • @stevenmarcato
    @stevenmarcato Рік тому +9

    My favorite song off this great album. Thom and Jonny did it again.
    I just saw The Smile live in Rome and it's been a magic night.

  • @uterusjones
    @uterusjones 2 роки тому +26

    I just scored tickets to see them in Dallas. I honestly never thought I'd get the opportunity to see Thom and Jonny live. A dream come true! =)

    • @JF-kv1gm
      @JF-kv1gm 2 роки тому

      Enjoy!!!!!

    • @dantealighieri6613
      @dantealighieri6613 Рік тому +1

      Just got to see them live last week...you are in for a treat, friend.

    • @kelvinleonard6078
      @kelvinleonard6078 Рік тому

      Will be there as well, it's the closest they'll be to my hometown (Houston) and the show is less than 2 weeks before my 40th birthday...going to yell my lungs off before having to settle into "middle age 'respectability' "😃

    • @ernestodeavila8076
      @ernestodeavila8076 Рік тому +1

      i was there, bomb factory :)

    • @El_Hicks
      @El_Hicks 3 місяці тому +1

      I was there. I'm out of shape and about to turn 50. I stood for over 6 hours that day to see them from 15 feet away on the floor. It was worth every ounce of pain I was in that night and the next day.

  • @NoYoutubeName1
    @NoYoutubeName1 2 роки тому +19

    Can you please release these live Magazine shows on vinyl??
    I love the live sound even more than the studio versions. Much more!

  • @danlozoff
    @danlozoff 2 роки тому +3

    This is from show #2, the 1 am America's set...best set of the three in my opinion

  • @emilianogiavoni3797
    @emilianogiavoni3797 2 роки тому +5

    Best song by far

  • @jenandjuice99
    @jenandjuice99 2 роки тому +50

    Perfect as always! Johnny subtle accents just amazingly compliment Thom. Cannot wait to see them live.

    • @HyltonE
      @HyltonE 2 роки тому +7

      It's very Street Spirit isn't it?

  • @produccionesdebajosrecurso7451
    @produccionesdebajosrecurso7451 Рік тому +11

    This song is really beyond and above. Love it to death

  • @suzycat2026
    @suzycat2026 2 роки тому +11

    Blows me away with his sound & vocals every time 🙌🏻 💕🎵 Thirsty ears drink in..
    Protect & Bless this beautiful Soul who is presently Thom Yorke 🙏🏻🤗
    His music , new yet familiar, like coming home , heals us from life's interminable experiences before we even realise we need it.
    Feeling so personally singular yet Universally synchronous! People, we are one. 😻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @elcal9600
    @elcal9600 Рік тому +3

    This was my first concert after 2 years of lockdowns in the UK. It was everything that I dreamed it could be and more.

  • @alexcraig8543
    @alexcraig8543 2 роки тому +10

    Sweet jeezus, that was sublime! ALFAA is a masterpiece of epic proportions. I hope they release more takes from this show.

  • @ctwofirst6635
    @ctwofirst6635 5 місяців тому +1

    An exquisite piece of music. So much emotion contained in just a few lyrics. Right now, I play it 5or 10 times a day on repeat, just to hold on to that beautiful feeling of floating free for a bit longer.

  • @brunotorres9116
    @brunotorres9116 Рік тому +2

    Recently got a pair of tickets for the Mexico City show and I feel so blessed
    These pair of geniuses always give us an extra reason to breathe, now with an amazing drummer we'll have music for eternity
    Life is beautiful, even more with this song in the background
    Thanks The Smile 🌌🖤
    Thanks The Smile 💜🌌

  • @ajesh99
    @ajesh99 Рік тому +8

    Such a mesmerising live version! Transports you to another world. And Thom seems to be gaining the clarity and smoothness of his earlier years’ voice.

  • @maluimanju8091
    @maluimanju8091 2 роки тому +4

    my fav song
    rhodes sound lulls me

  • @noe1144
    @noe1144 2 роки тому +18

    Difficult to express in words, what your music conveys is simply a magical feeling. What a unique talent I love you guys! So beautiful! 😍💙💫🌌

  • @annadoo3151
    @annadoo3151 Рік тому +7

    This is such a beautiful song and I'm totally obsessed with it! Such emotion.

  • @TechnicJunglist
    @TechnicJunglist Рік тому +1

    Having the pleasure of seeing them in boston next month. I'll probably be overcome with emotion.

  • @John.Christopher
    @John.Christopher 2 роки тому +5

    Some of the best songwriters/ arrangers of all time. What a blessing that they have transformed such a lovely intuition into gorgeous music. 💗

  • @shakybeevessouls
    @shakybeevessouls 7 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful beyond belief 😢

  • @mnse
    @mnse 2 роки тому +13

    Such a magical atmosphere 🎹🎸✨

  • @kidinacage
    @kidinacage 2 роки тому +14

    Absolutely chilling and beautiful.

  • @kao8855
    @kao8855 5 місяців тому +1

    this is my fav track in album.

  • @spittingvenom9148
    @spittingvenom9148 2 роки тому +3

    One of the very very few bands that can sound better live than on a studio recording !! Wow!!

  • @kobzavajk
    @kobzavajk 2 роки тому +17

    Beautiful sound and cool vibes here! You are awesome guys!

  • @JustArchiee
    @JustArchiee 2 роки тому +2

    Much prefer to the album version personally. The Magazine shows were mega. This set up is really mad.

  • @ianmcnicol6425
    @ianmcnicol6425 Рік тому +2

    Mesmerising. Such beautiful judgement...no overblown guitar or keyboard solos. Mouth open in awe of this thing of beauty. Johnny just caresses the strings.

  • @BENJAMIN_NL
    @BENJAMIN_NL Рік тому +1

    even the ending its on fucking perfect spot

  • @SuperSuperballZ
    @SuperSuperballZ 2 роки тому +8

    I remember loving this concert when it came out at the start of the year. Fantastic.

  • @getthoseskills4451
    @getthoseskills4451 2 роки тому +13

    These guys are geniuses. Being from the US I'm in love with British music.
    Big shout out to The Smile and other alternative UK acts like
    Massive Attack, Unkle, Ghostpoet,Tricky, Portishead, Idles, Bob Vylan, Allflaws

    • @antdujar
      @antdujar 2 роки тому +1

      Solid mentions right there!

    • @kiwimaddog2024
      @kiwimaddog2024 2 роки тому +1

      Ay big ups my man knows bob vylan

    • @kiwimaddog2024
      @kiwimaddog2024 2 роки тому +1

      If you like bob vylan you should listen to slaves they are brilliant

  • @mergingmarky8274
    @mergingmarky8274 Рік тому +2

    Tom's eyes on Johnny and almost a sideways nod at 2:10

  • @micheltibon6552
    @micheltibon6552 2 роки тому +1

    Seen them last Saturday in TW Classic 2022 Leuven/Louvain. It was hypnotizing. Didn't feel the rain at all and me wearing only a shirt, no rain gear😀😀 Will see them again this evening in Luxembourg.

  • @admr78
    @admr78 2 роки тому +9

    Stunning, just stunning ❤️

  • @MrLarimene
    @MrLarimene 2 роки тому +2

    so beautiful

  • @leanajohns2670
    @leanajohns2670 2 роки тому +4

    Thom you have the voice of an Angel. I never tire of hearing you sing. Can’t wait to see you in Seattle in December!! 💜💜💜

  • @jconnon
    @jconnon Рік тому +3

    Listening daily. A masterpiece. Saw them live and gutted they didn’t play this. 😢

    • @SelenaSea
      @SelenaSea Рік тому

      The Roundhouse, first night was it? Same! Beautiful evening anyway... ;)

  • @jenilarsen5709
    @jenilarsen5709 2 роки тому +5

    I can’t wait to see this Live …. Goosebumps!!! 💗💗💗

  • @heriwinarno
    @heriwinarno 2 роки тому +7

    wow just wow.. another stunning performance

  • @Shawn-gx7hv
    @Shawn-gx7hv 6 місяців тому +1

    This performance stops me in my tracks. Jonny's guitar sounds heavenly. Thom's vocals are as good as ever. Tom playing with the modular synth. Amazing.

  • @seanmichaeldavis4278
    @seanmichaeldavis4278 2 роки тому +6

    Live album please

  • @mackenziemerryman6913
    @mackenziemerryman6913 Рік тому +2

    please i need to hear this song live ADD IT BACK TO THE SETLIST

  • @mesrineqcc.2086
    @mesrineqcc.2086 Рік тому +2

    Fantastic ! thanks for doin Great Music Still !! After all these years , thank you ! ;) Quebec,canada .

  • @oknotok9166
    @oknotok9166 2 роки тому +3

    tender, fragile, exquisite 🖤

  • @daniellerogers6045
    @daniellerogers6045 Рік тому +4

    Just beautiful.

  • @pinkflameslucy
    @pinkflameslucy 2 роки тому +3

    I remember when I watched this live, pandemic was hitting hard still and I wasnt able to believe that I was getting to live something like the smile

  • @adamglenen734
    @adamglenen734 Рік тому +5

    This is up there with some of Radiohead's greats. I can't wait for more releases

  • @colinodonnell7264
    @colinodonnell7264 Рік тому +2

    Was at the first magazine show, blown away by this tune. Amazing stuff.

  • @albertineno2443
    @albertineno2443 Рік тому +2

    Such a jewel, it bring such peace to mind.

  • @ammn5743
    @ammn5743 2 роки тому +8

    Brilliant as always.

  • @vallie84
    @vallie84 2 роки тому +2

    Can't wait to see them in Italy ❤️

  • @Mr.Steve-O
    @Mr.Steve-O 2 роки тому +2

    I downloaded this LP a few days ago and finally got around to listening to it tonight with a few good glasses of wine, and I'm blown away as I knew I would be. Hat's off to the boys once again

  • @rafaelbello1524
    @rafaelbello1524 2 роки тому +5

    Excelente trabajo The Smile🎧🎧🎆🎆🎆🤩🤩🤩

  • @karlrobottom9973
    @karlrobottom9973 Рік тому +2

    This is perfection. That is it.

  • @youngbairn
    @youngbairn 2 роки тому +5

    Amazing shows. Unreal 🤘

  • @mikebrahm3822
    @mikebrahm3822 2 роки тому +2

    This really is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard live, studio mix just does not do it justice. In awe!!

  • @GilbertTang
    @GilbertTang 2 роки тому +1

    I didn't get to see the show in person, but I did luckily catch one of the streams at a movie theater, which was a surprisingly great experience. I would happily purchase a Blu-ray, as well as any release on vinyl and digital. Such beautiful, beautiful versions.

  • @robbiesaunders9602
    @robbiesaunders9602 2 роки тому +2

    What a treat! Better than a chocolate bar..

  • @carlasotoalbarran316
    @carlasotoalbarran316 2 роки тому +1

    This took me to heaven

  • @Roddmend
    @Roddmend 2 роки тому +3

    stage is amazing, well done

  • @samuelspontak2729
    @samuelspontak2729 2 роки тому +19

    Has the whole performance been uploaded anywhere? I hope they do because I'd love to see it from start to finish. Their album is amazing.

    • @finncullen7548
      @finncullen7548 2 роки тому +2

      on sky arts lad

    • @GrimUpNorth_yt
      @GrimUpNorth_yt Рік тому +1

      Ask on the smile Reddit sub and someone will sort you out a stream.

  • @Dave-yv7tg
    @Dave-yv7tg 2 роки тому +1

    Would love more of these from the basement style videos, brings a depth to the music like nothing I've never felt before.

  • @ammn5743
    @ammn5743 2 роки тому +6

    This is so freaking beautiful!

  • @GabrielLinoOficial
    @GabrielLinoOficial 2 роки тому +1

    God bless this humble guys 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @mbrennanc1701
    @mbrennanc1701 11 місяців тому

    I was transported to another dimension while listening to this.

  • @Indy-Vidual
    @Indy-Vidual 2 роки тому +2

    Just beautiful guys. Really made my sunny winter day here become warmer and serene. X

  • @saltzaar
    @saltzaar 4 місяці тому

    Counting days to see these guys live in March 🙌

  • @souperman7326
    @souperman7326 2 роки тому +1

    Mesmerizing, crazy to think this was one of many songs Thom had been workshopping here and there for years

  • @valentinamanzi3065
    @valentinamanzi3065 2 роки тому +4

    Another gift !!!🖤

  • @ozric111
    @ozric111 2 роки тому +1

    Oh man.