I was fortunate enough to meet Sly & Robbie after a show in Seattle in September 2009, when I was just twenty years old. Robbie Shakespeare in particular was really special to me, since he was one of the main reasons I became a bass player. Both guys couldn’t have been more gracious and easygoing. Even at 1:00 AM, they made time to chat with everyone who came to meet them.
Every album I've ever heard that had Sly & Robbie as the rhythm section has been brilliant. From Black Uhuru to Joe Cocker (Sheffield Steel), from Bob Dylan to the Taxi tours and albums. Horrible news that Robbie's gone.
Seen them many times over the years and in "84" while bopping around Kingston, I passed by the Zinc Fence Studio and Sly just happened to step outside for a break and I kicked it with him for a few minutes. The last time I saw them together was when they were backing up Bitty McClean in LA.
No one can beat Robbie and Sly on an INFLUENCE level!!! From Black UHURU , GREGORY... tooooo many to list on, and on,and before! The REAL KINGS of BEATS.
I've always loved oldies. I didn't grow up in that Era but I've always admired the work of these legends. They were treading and going viral before it became a thing. They helped to pave the way for upcoming reaggae artists. Love these geniuses
The 1985 hybrid drum kit!!!! Love it. This song is very emblematic of the 80’s Reggae, the synth sounds, the square rhythms very “cocaine vibe” as opposed to the 70’s herb based w/ horn section
@@davenorris4914 great performance, love the song. Never heard of it before watching this. I have it saved in special UA-cam folder for jamming along to with my Roland TD-17/DTX560 Frankenstein drum kit.
@@ramelolivez63 I was born in 1985 the same year I believe this video was on the late night show. I watched a reverb video that talked about the importance of a certain model of Casio synthesizer that became the go to and emblematic synth sound of 80’s reggae. It also talked about the large shift in the island culture from the 70’s-80’s and how a big part of that was the big shift in drug culture. Burning Spear/Gregory Issacs have several interviews where they talk about the drug culture shaping the music culture and vise versa.
I saw this when it first aired. I have it on Vhs someplace. I forgot how tight these guys were. This was when they were working with Mick on She's the Boss. Sly and Robbie were the shit!
I think you can IMOP: Im not stuck in a time warp. But i do miss their earlier jaunts . I have enjoyed Scientist Dub albums with the Roots Radics more in recent times. Shame on me
Saw them in '83 backing black Uhuru at USC and again in 2009 at the house of blues on sunset in Hollywood. It was at that show I found out Robbie could sing. He had a very light falsetto that floated on butterfly wings . I was stunned . R.I.P
When you find the groove. Rhythm, "riddim, riddeem!!". Like the vocalist said to me at a gig one time while dubbing it up, bass and drums, "sit on it, no fills, just hold it tight". Sly and Robbie in action here.
Sly siempre colocando los platos allá arriba !! Altísima son esas batas 😂 ! Me acuerdo de el mejor recital que vi en mi vida de estos tipos con Black Uhuru en el 96 en Dr Jeckill o Prix Dami no me acuerdo cual era en esa época. Fue Teeeeerrribleeee
@@sebassmartinez5485 Que recital nos vimos esa noche 😎👌 Como sonó esa banda 😳 todos parejos pero lo que más que quedó en mi memoria fue el tecladista que la rompió toda...y la guitarra rompiéndote la cabeza
The musical notes may be simple, however when arranged properly each instrument builds the groove that is the genius of sly and Robbie , if you not grooving or dancing to that you don’t have a pulse
@@johnmiller8281 I am pretty certain its a dub version of #WhatisLife their Grammy Award wining hit of the approximate time. See wiki Black Uhuru en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Uhuru for good start on Catalog then see also Direct Jamaican lines for more complete listings and on dub also look for Sly and Robbie's "Taxi "line of Releases. As you may know already Dub is instrumental focused Reggae.
A good 'vocal version' of this 'Hot you Hot' ..is available on 'Wanted - dread or alive' by Peter Tosh. Also on Sly & Robbie 'hot you hot' compilation on island records..
Pretty strange that they chose to play 2-chord rhythm track with no singers or instrumental solo parts. It's not a hard thing for Sly and Robbie fans, or reggae fans, to accept and enjoy. But a national US audience that's mostly unfamiliar with this approach to music? That's a hard sell.
Actually it is a bit dull sounding .but it's hard to get 'bottom end range' from TV- but really they were producers/backing musicians ...possibly best experienced when they were backing Black Uhuru..
Here, paying my respects to Robbie Shakespeare. RIP.
The Original Bass Player On CONCRETE JUNGLE ( yep ) the first song, of the first, Marley & The Wailers Official Record
I did not know he passed away. Sorry......🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
I was fortunate enough to meet Sly & Robbie after a show in Seattle in September 2009, when I was just twenty years old. Robbie Shakespeare in particular was really special to me, since he was one of the main reasons I became a bass player. Both guys couldn’t have been more gracious and easygoing. Even at 1:00 AM, they made time to chat with everyone who came to meet them.
Every album I've ever heard that had Sly & Robbie as the rhythm section has been brilliant. From Black Uhuru to Joe Cocker (Sheffield Steel), from Bob Dylan to the Taxi tours and albums. Horrible news that Robbie's gone.
GRACE JONES, sonny jim
Rest in Powers Mr Robbie Shakespeare give thanks for the vibes
What is the name of this song? 🙏
@@johnmiller8281 Hot You Hot
Came here to say thanks for the music Robbie. Rip
rip Robbie Shakespeare the reggae world misses you rest in zion
What is the name of this song? 🙏
Sly n robbie,,,this drum bass combo has been awesome over the ages, from kenya ini respect
Ninga pende pombe baridi 🍺🍺
@@H.C.Q.
Tusker baridi, reggae na miraa,hapo sawa,,order yako inakam ur way asap
Robbie you will be sorely missed. Another reggae legend -rest in peace.
Thank you for the years/decades of live performances I saw you at.
Rest In Peace Robbie! Jah Bless
Rip my brother great band still listen wow 2024 wow
R.I.P. Robbie Shakespeare. Sleep easy.
Seen them many times over the years and in "84" while bopping around Kingston, I passed by the Zinc Fence Studio and Sly just happened to step outside for a break and I kicked it with him for a few minutes. The last time I saw them together was when they were backing up Bitty McClean in LA.
Amazing story lucky experience
When you big, you big. Jamaican icons at work.
R.I.P. ROBBIE this is the best clip I have seen on UA-cam so far …Paul ripping the keys with the Riddum Twins. Godly upload here JAH BLESS
Legendary! RIP Robbie! ♥️
Anyone hating on this is just clout chasing. This could have easily been on any of the late 80s Taxi Gang albums
No one can beat Robbie and Sly on an INFLUENCE level!!! From Black UHURU , GREGORY... tooooo many to list on, and on,and before! The REAL KINGS of BEATS.
Sly and Robbie such a huge part of the Reggae scene. Now another reggae legend pass. R.I.P ROBBIE SHAKESPEARE.
I've always loved oldies. I didn't grow up in that Era but I've always admired the work of these legends. They were treading and going viral before it became a thing. They helped to pave the way for upcoming reaggae artists. Love these geniuses
RIP Robbie 🙏🏻😪
Very Sad News. R.I.P. Bass Legend - now you can Jam in the Heavens with: Bob Marley and Bunny Rugs. Rest-easy. oNe LovE from NYC
😢🙏🏿 RIP Robbie Shakespeare.....
And let's not forget the legend himself, Steve Jordan on guitar and percussion!!!
And Will Lee on keys..
Rest in Power My Brudder, Thanks for the memories!✊❤🎶🎸🇯🇲💯
Serious business!! Sly & Robbie.... two great artists at work way back in the day.. The Best.... truth
RIP Robbie Shakespeare (Sly & Robbie)
The 1985 hybrid drum kit!!!! Love it. This song is very emblematic of the 80’s Reggae, the synth sounds, the square rhythms very “cocaine vibe” as opposed to the 70’s herb based w/ horn section
Sounds like something i would say. Very True.
Sly was sitting in on Steve Jordan's kit there, augmented by a few Simmons pads. Jordan moved over to guitar!!!
@@davenorris4914 great performance, love the song. Never heard of it before watching this. I have it saved in special UA-cam folder for jamming along to with my Roland TD-17/DTX560 Frankenstein drum kit.
You remember that crazy,heartbeat noise Sly and Robbie put in all their early 80's productions? Cocaine Reggae. 😂 I remember mon.
@@ramelolivez63 I was born in 1985 the same year I believe this video was on the late night show. I watched a reverb video that talked about the importance of a certain model of Casio synthesizer that became the go to and emblematic synth sound of 80’s reggae. It also talked about the large shift in the island culture from the 70’s-80’s and how a big part of that was the big shift in drug culture. Burning Spear/Gregory Issacs have several interviews where they talk about the drug culture shaping the music culture and vise versa.
Big up from Jamaica
RIP Robbie... How great you were... Jah bless.. your music will live on and on
Oh lookie here. The legends Sly & Robbie showing America's "function" band how it is done. RIP Mr. Basspeare.
Rest In Peace , Robbie
NICE. Rest peacefully Robbie.
Rip the legend
I saw this when it first aired. I have it on Vhs someplace. I forgot how tight these guys were. This was when they were working with Mick on She's the Boss. Sly and Robbie were the shit!
They are - always bossing it!
Can't beat a bit of Sly and Robbie.
I think you can IMOP: Im not stuck in a time warp. But i do miss their earlier jaunts . I have enjoyed Scientist Dub albums with the Roots Radics more in recent times. Shame on me
Paul Shaffer's love of music is so damn infectious!
RIP Robbie
What a jewel!
Saw them in '83 backing black Uhuru at USC and again in 2009 at the house of blues on sunset in Hollywood. It was at that show I found out Robbie could sing. He had a very light falsetto that floated on butterfly wings . I was stunned . R.I.P
RIP Robbie Shakespeare
I have been listening to sly and robbie from 1978 when they did there first number 1 with Gregory Isaac's soon forward
This never made the radio why because it has meaning and substance and only people who see through the veneers of life know
When you find the groove. Rhythm, "riddim, riddeem!!".
Like the vocalist said to me at a gig one time while dubbing it up, bass and drums, "sit on it, no fills, just hold it tight". Sly and Robbie in action here.
Who Else Came Here After Hearing The Passing of the Legend Robbie Shakespeare? 💚💛❤️🕊️🕊️🕊️
All those guys were on top of their game
Blessings iyah greetings from Vanuatu 😁😃👍🔥🔥🇻🇺🇻🇺🇻🇺
RIP Robbie. Reggae luminary par excellence.
laying down the groove
Sly siempre colocando los platos allá arriba !! Altísima son esas batas 😂 ! Me acuerdo de el mejor recital que vi en mi vida de estos tipos con Black Uhuru en el 96 en Dr Jeckill o Prix Dami no me acuerdo cual era en esa época. Fue Teeeeerrribleeee
jje yo estuve ahi...no era sly era otro, pero con el. mismo style
@@sebassmartinez5485 Que recital nos vimos esa noche 😎👌 Como sonó esa banda 😳 todos parejos pero lo que más que quedó en mi memoria fue el tecladista que la rompió toda...y la guitarra rompiéndote la cabeza
A minimilist work of genius.
Wow. Never seen dis. They really played 3min of da same two chords on Letterman? MY DEEP RESPECT
right place right time
When the beat is right, chord changes don't matter.
Flabba holt would have been proud
The musical notes may be simple, however when arranged properly each instrument builds the groove that is the genius of sly and Robbie , if you not grooving or dancing to that you don’t have a pulse
Funny bottom boy. 😊
Jah Music originál thank you 🔥🔥🔥
Rip Mr.Music Robbie Shakespeare
Gran show
S&R ❤
1985 otra cosita
E peso, chama sly
❤💛💚 For-Ivah Riddim Twins...
Rip 🎹👉❤
❤️💚💛
Essa banda. Tem grandes gênio da música curto muito
Legendary
❤❤❤❤
Best drum bass ever
Phat beat!
🤠 Grand Canyon sized pocket.
S&R were the real deal! That lead guitarist seems to blend in well with them
Wow
@ 2:12 he was feeling that
incredible. whats the name of this track ?
Righteous
Dub Masters
✨✨✨✨
#RIP
What is the name of this song? 🙏
I Didn't know that wil Lee plays keyboard.I thought he just plays bass.I guess he's multi talented.a great instrumentalists.
pull up to the bumper
Sly aged badly from 1983 to 1985. But his talent lives for ever.. God bless you guys!
Du criss de bon
What song are they playing ?
do ya have the rest of it..
#ReggaeSages #SlyandRobbie forever!
Do you know the name of this song? Thanks. 🙏
@@johnmiller8281 I am pretty certain its a dub version of #WhatisLife their Grammy Award wining hit of the approximate time. See wiki Black Uhuru en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Uhuru for good start on Catalog then see also Direct Jamaican lines for more complete listings and on dub also look for Sly and Robbie's "Taxi "line of Releases. As you may know already Dub is instrumental focused Reggae.
Is that steve jordan on guitar?
Who came here after watching the movie "Rockers "?
These guys are absolute legends in Reggae history but this output (pretty standard) is definitely not a reference to their awesome talent.
Still sounds good. Calm down
@@NicotineRosberg Nope it doesn't
@@NicotineRosberg what is the name of this song? 🙏
I love these brothers of death but I'm picking up a Coke vibe.lol!
forreal? i aint know these guys had bad habits
@@kairomclean3457 don't listen this fool
What's this song called? From which album
A good 'vocal version' of this 'Hot you Hot' ..is available on 'Wanted - dread or alive' by Peter Tosh. Also on Sly & Robbie 'hot you hot' compilation on island records..
which album from this is?
ALESSANDRO DE SOUZA AXÉ
Song name ?
Bouncing
The generals
legit dubwize
Pretty strange that they chose to play 2-chord rhythm track with no singers or instrumental solo parts. It's not a hard thing for Sly and Robbie fans, or reggae fans, to accept and enjoy. But a national US audience that's mostly unfamiliar with this approach to music? That's a hard sell.
Sly is more Strong
Terrible synthesizer!
Brrrrr
The feel is not right, the keyboard and rhythm guitar are playing too square
5 DEMOCRATS DOWNVOTED THIS !
No it republiCONs who did!
Boring. Sly and Robbie is better than this
Think so too
@@Richielion2 Agree. First heard them on Joe Cocker's Sheffield Steel, and this is a massive downgrade.
The white boys are screwing it up 😂 (I'm white btw).
@@dtsdigitalden5023 Anthem album
Actually it is a bit dull sounding .but it's hard to get 'bottom end range' from TV- but really they were producers/backing musicians ...possibly best experienced when they were backing Black Uhuru..