Agree 100%. I think the videos distract from the song analysis...unless of course it's a good live version. Unfortunately the 80's music turned a lot of people off at first because the videos were so horrible. It took me 20 years to finally realize the music was actually really good.
I don't really care for the videos, especially in the 80s when music videos became a thing. What I do like is the live concerts, the ones where the song is as good as the album, or close anyway.
You really need to react to "God Bless The Child" and an old song from Billie Holliday that was covered by them and is on this same album. You will not be disappointed.
Back when bands really were bands and could really write and arrange awesome music. They remind me of Chicago alot. Very musical with good lead singer.
Another lead singer with a dazzling voice is Gary Puckett! This group Gary Puckett and The Union Gap dominated '70s radio! "LADY WILLPOWER"; "WOMAN", "OVER YOU"; "YOUNG GIRL". (Gary Puckett was a trained Classical singer who also sang Opera. He left the classics for fame in the Rock scene.)
God Bless The Child is a MUST listen too, from the same album....you will love the changes and time signatures they go through....amazing production values !!!!
This band & song will always remind me of my mom. Driving out to the country every weekend to my grandparents. Listening to this song on the radio full blast. As she sings in the 70s & 80s.
"Spinning Wheel" is also a must listen from this group. "You've Made Me" is a cover (the definitive version in my view), but "Spinning" is an original and a big hit. Something else in this feel is "Vehicle" by Ides of March (another big hit in the day).
"Spinning Wheel" is definitely a great listen for the guys. Same as "Go Down Gamblin' " and "Lucretia Mac Evil". I remember when I first heard "Vehicle", I thought it was BST.
@@nastynick8709 As no can read every recommended book, watch every recommended movie, I try to be judicious with my recommendations to music reactors. "Spinning", "You've Made", and "Vehicle" are all iconic songs from that time and sub-genre (heavy brass arrangements). If the reactors want to go deeper, I will then add some deeper cuts and personal favorites. Sometimes I don't even like some iconic songs personally but will still recommend.
David Clayton Thomas sang on this album (and is mostly widely accepted "lead singer") ... Al Kooper founded the group and sang and played organ on the first album, before they kicked him out ...
Lead singer David Thomas, great great singer. Big hit in 1969 hit #1 in my listening area of PA. Many very good songs. I believe he's singing on his own, I believe I would dig the concert. Very good presentation gentlemen, very respectful, appreciate it.
You MUST do God Bless The Child! In my opinion, it's their very best song...a cover, but a fabulous one! David Clayton-Thomas was the lead singer on both the current song and the one I'm suggesting...great voice!
Brenda Holloway was primary writer on this song I believe. She is a great singer in her own right from the 1960s and still performing today. And she is gorgeous.
There was a time in the early '70's, because of the influence of Chicago and BS&T, that people would go to the local dances with cover bands; and if you the band didn't have a horn section they would not come in.
Ya'll got to do "When I Die". BS&T had many great hits but When I Die is timeless. Still brings me to tears. And I'll bet you've heard it before, or pats of it.
I'm sorry Corey but, when I saw you bopping to the music the first thought in my mind was Ray Charles. 😊And When I Die, and Spinning Wheel are definitely worth listening to. My mom liked this group, which confused me as a kid because she was old, she was in her forties. David Clayton Thomas was the singer, on this song for sure, for the most part. He had a solo career as well. BTW, my mom adored him. I seem to recall seeing him perform on The Flip Wilson Show.
David Clayton-Thomas was the lead vocalist in Blood, Sweat & Tears, and also a Grammy Award-winning Canadian musician, singer, and songwriter. He still performs as a solo artist these days. "Spinning Wheel" and "God Bless The Child" are two I would love to see your reactions to! Thanks for this great reaction and song choice, and the nostalgic trip down memory lane, guys! ✌💙✌
Great band. I was a tike when this album came out - played Spinning Wheel over and over again. Played this one too. Lead trumpet is Lew Soloff. He passed away recently. His solo on Spinning Wheel is one of the greatest moments in music ever.
That sound is mos definitely David Clayton Thomas, THAT I recall as a kid. Good music instinct mentioning ‘switch up’s’, cause that was kinda complex wit key changes, & mood changes. When lead vocal David comes in on the beginning, he’s singing so soft, but he was a gritty singer as you hear. Tom Jones was a good likeness, I would add the late Janis Joplin. It was that white soulful rock sound. BS&T fueled that fire trend of bands wit horn sections, along with Earth Wind & Fire, Chicago & Kool & the Gang. The late Lew Soloff was one legendary trumpeter who was a strong jazz player but also became an in demand studio player which is where he made his main living. He has a piccolo trumpet part in another BS&T hit, Pinning Wheel, which is probably their funkiest joint of their catalogue. Oh, ‘And When I Die’ is an epic piece of work that sounds like it belong in a musical. Actually it reminds me of something Pac might pick from. Cool reaction!
They remind me so much of Chicago with the instrumentals and brass. Lead singer David Clayton Thomas has a fine set of pipes. I consider this song as one of their best followed by And When I die
Y'all are very sophisticated with melodic, good music. I have lots of fun with you doing good, urgent sounding music too. I bet you'd like more Rare Earth and Deep Purple.
BS&T - DAMN!!! Another group from my childhood - my brothers really looked after me... Still got the vinyl LP with this song on it. Al Kooper has a voice and a half..
This is their second album, first with David Clayton-Thonmas as lead singer. Al Kooper was lead singer on the first album, David Clayton-Thomas from the second album onwards.
David Clayton Thomas, one of the most memorable voices from that era. I agree with others, please do "God Bless the Child" their cover of the Billie Holiday classic. Also "And When I Die" is one of their best. I think you'd really enjoy both of those. Thanks!! 🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵
I'm pretty sure that the horn section of music you played again at the end of this video was used in a commercial on TV. David Clayton Thomas is the singer.
David Clayton Thomas was the main lead singer. If you like songs that switch it up and has different genres check out Sleep Token. That is a big rabbit home of great music and lyrics
This is one of the best-ever covers of a Motown original. It was a minor hit first (in 1967) for Motown's Brenda Holloway. Her mid-tempo track is very good, as you would expect from the Motown label, but BS&T's version is a totally different and memorable arrangement.
I remember this from back in the day…. I was pretty young but it stood out to me even then. Now it sounds a bit like something from a commercial for a new hamburger restaurant.
Unpopular opinion, I prefer their stuff with Al Kooper, you guys should check out "I Can't Quit Her, I Love you More Than You'll Ever Know, Somethin Goin On, Morning Glory & My Days are Numbered" to see what I mean
I second the votes for Spinning Wheel!
I 3rd THE VOTE My child hood friend and I use to love to sing this song in 1970 as young kids ,
And Lucreisha McEvil too!!
"When I Die" and "God Bless the Child"❤❤❤
Spinning wheel is a must listen!!
They're awesome
Yes. "Spinning Wheel" crossed over to the R&B charts as well, if memory serves.
Yeah… I think that would give a better idea of the band.
Yes, I'll second that recommendation.
Great song!
The live version is great!
@@coopm3087 Phenomenal song, but the ending is weird. Not sure what that was about.
The lead singer of this song was David Clayton, Thomas
From Canada
These older albums are great listening because there is no video to distract you from getting into the music
Agree 100%. I think the videos distract from the song analysis...unless of course it's a good live version. Unfortunately the 80's music turned a lot of people off at first because the videos were so horrible. It took me 20 years to finally realize the music was actually really good.
I don't really care for the videos, especially in the 80s when music videos became a thing. What I do like is the live concerts, the ones where the song is as good as the album, or close anyway.
My dad’s favorite group. He turned me on to them when I was about 4 years old. David Clayton-Thomas’s voice is simply remarkable. So much soul!!
You really need to react to "God Bless The Child" and an old song from Billie Holliday that was covered by them and is on this same album. You will not be disappointed.
I agree.
Yes, superb cover of that jazz classic.
I agree. They should react to God Bless The Child.
Back when bands really were bands and could really write and arrange awesome music. They remind me of Chicago alot. Very musical with good lead singer.
Another lead singer with a dazzling voice is Gary Puckett!
This group Gary Puckett and The Union Gap dominated '70s radio!
"LADY WILLPOWER"; "WOMAN",
"OVER YOU"; "YOUNG GIRL".
(Gary Puckett was a trained Classical singer who also sang Opera. He left the classics for fame in the Rock scene.)
I agree they had some good songs too and he could sing as well
A great group from back in the day when bands had a lot of talent and put forth effort into making great music.
God Bless The Child is a MUST listen too, from the same album....you will love the changes and time signatures they go through....amazing production values !!!!
This band & song will always remind me of my mom. Driving out to the country every weekend to my grandparents. Listening to this song on the radio full blast. As she sings in the 70s & 80s.
"Spinning Wheel" is also a must listen from this group. "You've Made Me" is a cover (the definitive version in my view), but "Spinning" is an original and a big hit. Something else in this feel is "Vehicle" by Ides of March (another big hit in the day).
"Spinning Wheel" is definitely a great listen for the guys. Same as "Go Down Gamblin' " and "Lucretia Mac Evil". I remember when I first heard "Vehicle", I thought it was BST.
@@nastynick8709 As no can read every recommended book, watch every recommended movie, I try to be judicious with my recommendations to music reactors. "Spinning", "You've Made", and "Vehicle" are all iconic songs from that time and sub-genre (heavy brass arrangements). If the reactors want to go deeper, I will then add some deeper cuts and personal favorites.
Sometimes I don't even like some iconic songs personally but will still recommend.
"When I Die" is a great song! It's a very different style from this one! David Clayton Thomas is singing this one.
Great song.
This song was a staple - along with Spinning Wheel - on the radio when I was a kid.
Quite similar to early Chicago.
It just makes me smile every time i hear this tune It takes me back to my teen years in the late 70s One of my favs from them
Such a good song. So soulful. Bluesy, jazzy, and great vocals.
They're right. Spinning wheel has got to be next. Happy you guys enjoyed this. It's a banger
I remember this beautiful song.♥️ Thanks for this reaction.⭐️⭐️⭐️
The song was written by Brenda Holloway, a singer on Motown. She sang Every Little Bit Hurts. I bought this album as soon as it came out.
This is my childhood right here the memories flood back. Thanks
I’ve grown up knowing this song. It has a very specific sound. It was never a favorite, but as an adult, I appreciate its musicality. Love the horns.
This band is so underrated.
They've got some great songs.
Thanks.
David Clayton Thomas sang on this album (and is mostly widely accepted "lead singer") ... Al Kooper founded the group and sang and played organ on the first album, before they kicked him out ...
And Kooper would later manage and produce Lynyrd Skynyrd
I love that Corey and Fenom appreciate the classics.🎶 Thank you!👍🏾☺️
Lead singer David Thomas, great great singer. Big hit in 1969 hit #1 in my listening area of PA. Many very good songs. I believe he's singing on his own, I believe I would dig the concert. Very good presentation gentlemen, very respectful, appreciate it.
I remember this very well! Such a beautiful song, And wonderful singers!
You MUST do God Bless The Child! In my opinion, it's their very best song...a cover, but a fabulous one! David Clayton-Thomas was the lead singer on both the current song and the one I'm suggesting...great voice!
Pride of Canada! As you liked this one, check out Lighthouse and their hit, Sunny Days - lots of horn power.
Lead singer is David Clayton Thomas from Canada.
Y'all make good company. Thanks.
Brenda Holloway was primary writer on this song I believe. She is a great singer in her own right from the 1960s and still performing today. And she is gorgeous.
Yep, "Spinning Wheel" ... The first album was a good one, too ("I Love You More Than You'll Ever Know") ...
Deserves to be rated with the best of the rock/horn bands of the time. My favourite is Go Down Gambling for more horn.
There was a time in the early '70's, because of the influence of Chicago and BS&T, that people would go to the local dances with cover bands; and if you the band didn't have a horn section they would not come in.
Smooth , bro .
More , please and thank you very much !
As usual, Ollie looks bored while the elders dig this fine groove.
Ya'll got to do "When I Die". BS&T had many great hits but When I Die is timeless. Still brings me to tears. And I'll bet you've heard it before, or pats of it.
Love that y’all r keeping all of this great music alive!✌🏻😎
I'm sorry Corey but, when I saw you bopping to the music the first thought in my mind was Ray Charles. 😊And When I Die, and Spinning Wheel are definitely worth listening to. My mom liked this group, which confused me as a kid because she was old, she was in her forties. David Clayton Thomas was the singer, on this song for sure, for the most part. He had a solo career as well. BTW, my mom adored him. I seem to recall seeing him perform on The Flip Wilson Show.
David Clayton-Thomas was the lead vocalist in Blood, Sweat & Tears, and also a Grammy Award-winning Canadian musician, singer, and songwriter. He still performs as a solo artist these days. "Spinning Wheel" and "God Bless The Child" are two I would love to see your reactions to! Thanks for this great reaction and song choice, and the nostalgic trip down memory lane, guys! ✌💙✌
What a voice
Could you all be comparing the horn sections on this song with the horns in Chicago? They used horns to a big extent.
Great 70s band. Fellow Canadians.
@@had64198 Yep. I know that David Clayton Thomas is Canadian but weren’t most of the other members American? (A proud Canadian 🍁)
... one of the best songs, has a tendency to stay with you... merrychristmashappynewyearangels.love.
David Clayton Thomas is the vocalist.
Very cool band with a great sound
This song is fire, it was very popular back then. I still love their music! 🔥🔥🔥👍💙💙💙
That was David Clayton Thomas on lead vocals. Check out their song ( Spinning Wheels ) next
Great band. I was a tike when this album came out - played Spinning Wheel over and over again. Played this one too. Lead trumpet is Lew Soloff. He passed away recently. His solo on Spinning Wheel is one of the greatest moments in music ever.
What a nice reaction! It's a terrific song, and band. Maybe try Lucretia McEvil...a totally different vibe, but still excellent.
One of the best voices ever!!
Great song great band great reaction… bullseye Cory
One of the best groups of the 70s- next track should be “I love You More Than You Can Know”
David Clayton Thomas, another great Canadian voice. 🇨🇦❤️
That sound is mos definitely David Clayton Thomas, THAT I recall as a kid. Good music instinct mentioning ‘switch up’s’, cause that was kinda complex wit key changes, & mood changes. When lead vocal David comes in on the beginning, he’s singing so soft, but he was a gritty singer as you hear. Tom Jones was a good likeness, I would add the late Janis Joplin. It was that white soulful rock sound. BS&T fueled that fire trend of bands wit horn sections, along with Earth Wind & Fire, Chicago & Kool & the Gang. The late Lew Soloff was one legendary trumpeter who was a strong jazz player but also became an in demand studio player which is where he made his main living. He has a piccolo trumpet part in another BS&T hit, Pinning Wheel, which is probably their funkiest joint of their catalogue. Oh, ‘And When I Die’ is an epic piece of work that sounds like it belong in a musical. Actually it reminds me of something Pac might pick from. Cool reaction!
I really like this great song. Fantastic music. 🎶🎶🎶👍
Great song. Great drumming that goes unnoticed.
Excellent!!! Blood, Sweat and Tears seems to be mostly overlooked in the reaction world.
Please - do more!
got to love the brass rock era of the lat 60s early 70s. another favourite is lighthouse with: sunny days and one fine morning
God Bless The Child is a stand out
Spinning wheel was my intro to them❤
Played spinning wheel at about 50 weddings back in the day
They remind me so much of Chicago with the instrumentals and brass. Lead singer David Clayton Thomas has a fine set of pipes. I consider this song as one of their best followed by And When I die
The singer on this is David Clayton Thomas.
Y'all are very sophisticated with melodic, good music. I have lots of fun with you doing good, urgent sounding music too. I bet you'd like more Rare Earth and Deep Purple.
BS&T - DAMN!!! Another group from my childhood - my brothers really looked after me... Still got the vinyl LP with this song on it. Al Kooper has a voice and a half..
Finally, David Clayton Thomas.What a voice man.
This is their second album, first with David Clayton-Thonmas as lead singer. Al Kooper was lead singer on the first album, David Clayton-Thomas from the second album onwards.
Both singers are exceptional!❤
great song never gets old..👍
The first album I bought when I was 10 years old. Every song is a gem. But I also love their song from another album, the great "Lucretia MacEvil"!
This whole Album is worth a listen.
Awesome song! Also love...And When I Die and Spinning Wheel.
God Bless the Child gets my vote! A masterpiece!
I believe it was David Clayton Thomas was the lead on this song 🎶
Spinning Wheel 🔥
BARRY GORDY WROTE THIS MASTERPIECE!
David Clayton Thomas lead singer.
Try "Love you more than you'll ever Know" by B S T.
Also check out Lucretia McEvil together with Lucretias Reprise
David Clayton Thomas, one of the most memorable voices from that era. I agree with others, please do "God Bless the Child" their cover of the Billie Holiday classic.
Also "And When I Die" is one of their best. I think you'd really enjoy both of those. Thanks!!
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I'm pretty sure that the horn section of music you played again at the end of this video was used in a commercial on TV. David Clayton Thomas is the singer.
And that awesome awesome bass line!!! Damn, it don't get much better then that. Happy New Year guys! Sending Love and Light to all from Michigan!
Much love my brother!!!!
Now we're getting somewhere🎉🎉
🔥 Thanks guys
Lucretia MacEvil is another great one
Nice job Corey!!! ❤
David Clayton Thomas was the main lead singer. If you like songs that switch it up and has different genres check out Sleep Token. That is a big rabbit home of great music and lyrics
Prior to David Clayton Thomas, was a great singer named Al Kooper, love them both !!!!
Great group right up there with Chicago.
LeCretia McEvil...MUST LISTEN!
The lead singer is the 3rd guy on the left, David Clayton Thomas
This is one of the best-ever covers of a Motown original. It was a minor hit first (in 1967) for Motown's Brenda Holloway. Her mid-tempo track is very good, as you would expect from the Motown label, but BS&T's version is a totally different and memorable arrangement.
The lead singer is always David Clayton Thomas.
I remember this from back in the day…. I was pretty young but it stood out to me even then. Now it sounds a bit like something from a commercial for a new hamburger restaurant.
"And When I Die" is the Blood Sweat and Tears song I'd recommend
Unpopular opinion, I prefer their stuff with Al Kooper, you guys should check out "I Can't Quit Her, I Love you More Than You'll Ever Know, Somethin Goin On, Morning Glory & My Days are Numbered" to see what I mean
Lead singer David Clayton Thomas. Another great Canadian group.
This was music played on 2-channel audio systems, usually with friends involved and or distracting videos-just the music. It was a communal activity.
In some parts of this song, David Clayton Thomas' voice reminds me of David Ruffin.
David Clayton Thomas vocals are some you never forget.😊
Great stuff! Definitely need to hear "When I Die"!!!!