MAN did that bring back memories. I saw him at Madison Square Garden in NYC and at the Coliseum in Uniondale Long Island in the early 70's. During one show there was a power failure and we sat in total darkness with only Elton and the piano continuing on. It was totally AWESOME. He was an unbelievable performer!!! Loved this SO much.
Many thanx....I have searched fruitlessly and in vain for anything remotely approaching the skill, talent, and sheer excellence of John & Co. And there are more than a few out there I listen to today...but time is the ultimate decider of what lasts, and I can't think of a single piece of work from today that will be around 20 years from now. Elton and his music will be around 200 years from now, and we're all blessed to have had him about all these years.
It's amazing to see Elton at such a young age, still down to earth, just the way he moves playing the piano is so different from now! Can't believe he had made this song so young, blows my mind!! Love you Elton!!
This brings back great memories for me also. My friend Bob Wilisch, may he rest in peace, gave me this on an 8 track when we were in the ninth grade. This was a truly great album. He was a good friend too.
Tumbleweed Connection is my favourite album. Burn Down The Mission is just one reason!!!! This version is really great. Elton's the cutest cutie in cutie-town! R.I.P Dee Murray!
Has it really been over 35 years since Bernie and Elton were so young? I remember going to parties with a stack of albums under my arm! I was so grateful when I finaly got my reel to reel!
Tumbleweed Connection has got to be the best Elton album... hands down. Love this one, "Country Comfort", "Ballad of a Well-Known Gun." I could listen them all. Just a great album.
Raw, pure and as powerful with a trio as with a full orchestra as in Live From Australia, because it was fresh/new. Dee & Nigel are probably the most underrated rhythm section in rock music. Great post Rockermad
I was there on May 29, 1971 at the Tumbleweed Connection concert in Miami. My first concert. And to this day it remains the best live experience I have ever had. Incredible.
as a laura nyro fan i sure missed the boat to recognize that she was a great influence in his timing and style for this song. god bless laura, god bless elton. long live progressive rock and long live the interesting things that come out of different yet divergent modes of thought and intent of style and song.
This guy is quite the best that I ever heard, his melody, lyrics and playing skills are amazing. Our generation was so lucky to have him as an entertainer. Never had a chance to see him live but looking forward too.. KEEP ON PLAYING ELTON. MAP PRIE POU OU
Outstanding. I was in 6th grade when this awesome song came out. I'm with hitcharide all the way! Elton John and his team of artists: for real for real!
I agree. My favorite song from my favorite Elton John album. This song rings so true now. US foreclosure mills, listen up! Only such a strong team of artists could produce such a timeless work.
It is great seeing this version of the song, obviously in its early stages before it was rearranged and recorded for 'Tumbleweed....". Amazing to think that this shy young 23 year old (with great 'Hobbit' hairdo), was to take Amercia by storm at The Troubador in LA a few months later. One of my favorite things about this BBC2 TV concert is seeing Paul Buckmaster conducting his arrangements with the orchestra and Gus Dudgeon smiling in the audience.
"Tumbleweed Connection" is Elton's best album in my opinion, and in the opinion of many fans all over. That album just flows seamlessly from start to finish.
...we're seeing the very roots of what became, through the years, a huge tree. And I like the fruits that came from it.. the whole way along it's growth ;-) Yet even long before this video, Elton (obviously) was performing and honing his talents. I'd love to see some of THAT! Really early, young Reggie stuff. Any exist?? I cut my teeth on Elton, back in the day. Now I play professionally for a country star. Thank you, Elton! You'll always be #1 (well.. ok I GOTTA mention Keith Jarrett too! haha)
I was 14 nearly 15 when I saw this trio early Jan 1971 being supported by Argent at the Hemel Hempstead Pavilion cost me 70 pence to get in. What a night, only the second gig I ever went to. I remember this song as being a lot longer and wilder than this.....
It's a real pity how Elton lost this voice in the early 80's. I remember when I bought 11.17.70 and I already had three of his albums with this super tuned high-pitch voice... remember Empty Sky? wow!
Yes his voice did change, age does that and overworking your voice, I sae him in college 1972- and 1973 and again in the 80's All good but different God I love his music
I love Nigel in this...totally hamming it up for the camera. It's fun, also, to read the comments of the kids who have no idea about Elton John and are learning about him for the first time.
This is when I got into Elton John, in 1970! I bought a bootleg of a concert. The vinyl wz like 4 inches thick and the recording LOUSY!! I loved that record, played on my little stereo I got with my moms' S & H stamps.
Elton was sawing masterpieces like his off by the yard back then. I'm an English kid of the 70's & might have had this in one ear & Bowie's "Hunky Dory" in the other. I though that was it things were going to be like this forever this was just the start but then the 1980's & people who made music for money came along......
Elton wasn't kidding about "the biggest drum kit in the world" and it's great see the audience finally catching fire at the end. Fantastic song, and WOW did Elton ever have a head of hair on him in the seventies!~ lol!
He is very enticing here--vocals are wonderful. His appearance is interesting. very cute in an elfish sort of way. Love the hair and glasses and cute button nose
MAN did that bring back memories. I saw him at Madison Square Garden in NYC and at the Coliseum in Uniondale Long Island in the early 70's. During one show there was a power failure and we sat in total darkness with only Elton and the piano continuing on. It was totally AWESOME. He was an unbelievable performer!!! Loved this SO much.
played during a power outage....incredible.
When he's playing, it's so easy to see how much he's enjoying himself, and that's just amazing
I was very blessed to have witnessed this great performer sing this song in Philly last night and he sounds just as good today as did in1970.
Many thanx....I have searched fruitlessly and in vain for anything remotely approaching the skill, talent, and sheer excellence of John & Co. And there are more than a few out there I listen to today...but time is the ultimate decider of what lasts, and I can't think of a single piece of work from today that will be around 20 years from now. Elton and his music will be around 200 years from now, and we're all blessed to have had him about all these years.
this song is another of Elton's that reaches my soul. God bless him and the joy he has given the world.
He is angel who is on the Earth
It's amazing to see Elton at such a young age, still down to earth, just the way he moves playing the piano is so different from now! Can't believe he had made this song so young, blows my mind!! Love you Elton!!
Elton is a highly skilled musician and singer.Bernie's lyrics are incredibly rooted in his cultured nature.
A very early look at the greatness that was to follow.....Sir Elton John
God the end of this song is just so incredibly perfect i have no words
This brings back great memories for me also. My friend Bob Wilisch, may he rest in peace, gave me this on an 8 track when we were in the ninth grade. This was a truly great album. He was a good friend too.
Learn, kids, this is REAL music. ☝️
As well as a true musician with class.
He was my hero - what talent, what a voice! Nobody comes near nowadays.
This is music in it's pure form. Just incredible, moving beautiful melody.
Before Sir Elton John had cancer and lost his falsetto,,, "Elton John never let us down no matter what"
Tumbleweed Connection is my favourite album. Burn Down The Mission is just one reason!!!!
This version is really great. Elton's the cutest cutie in cutie-town!
R.I.P Dee Murray!
My favorite Elton John Songs of all time. It's atmospheric, timeless, capturing anger at injustice beautifully.
One of my favorite videos of him. Quite possibly my favorite.
One of my favorite songs... Elton does this wonderfully!
Has it really been over 35 years since Bernie and Elton were so young? I remember going to parties with a stack of albums under my arm! I was so grateful when I finaly got my reel to reel!
I had Tumbleweed Connection in the early 70s, this was my favorite song on the album.
Awesome song, awesome album...no trappings...no bling....just Elton, Bernie and the band
and the music
by far the best version of this great song, with just a trio you can really hear the piano.
Okay. I see and hear Leon Russell's influence in this video. Thanks for the recent tribute and collaboration, Elton.
tumbleweed connection is one of the best albums ever made
Love me some Elton John. I have seen him live 4 times. My first concert was seeing him at the Omni in Atlanta 1984.
Tumbleweed Connection has got to be the best Elton album... hands down. Love this one, "Country Comfort", "Ballad of a Well-Known Gun." I could listen them all. Just a great album.
Gotta love that piano solo... Even before he was big, he was a legend! Rock on Elton!
Raw, pure and as powerful with a trio as with a full orchestra as in Live From Australia, because it was fresh/new. Dee & Nigel are probably the most underrated rhythm section in rock music. Great post Rockermad
I was there on May 29, 1971 at the Tumbleweed Connection concert in Miami. My first concert. And to this day it remains the best live experience I have ever had. Incredible.
awesome
as a laura nyro fan i sure missed the boat to recognize that she was a great influence in his timing and style for this song. god bless laura, god bless elton. long live progressive rock and long live the interesting things that come out of different yet divergent modes of thought and intent of style and song.
This guy is quite the best that I ever heard, his melody, lyrics and playing skills are amazing. Our generation was so lucky to have him as an entertainer. Never had a chance to see him live but looking forward too.. KEEP ON PLAYING ELTON. MAP PRIE POU OU
That album, the most incredible thing I've ever heard! I love Elton with all my heart and soul!!!!
He still does this song in concert...thank God...I love it.
An amazing album, just bloody amazing.
Seeing Elton in the 70's on the Yellow Brick Road tour is a memory of a lifetime! He could bring it...
Outstanding. I was in 6th grade when this awesome song came out. I'm with hitcharide all the way! Elton John and his team of artists: for real for real!
I agree. My favorite song from my favorite Elton John album. This song rings so true now. US foreclosure mills, listen up! Only such a strong team of artists could produce such a timeless work.
A very old, old favorite of mine from one of his best albums IMHO.
One of the few good things about a teenager was seeing Elton...
It is great seeing this version of the song, obviously in its early stages before it was rearranged and recorded for 'Tumbleweed....".
Amazing to think that this shy young 23 year old (with great 'Hobbit' hairdo), was to take Amercia by storm at The Troubador in LA a few months later. One of my favorite things about this BBC2 TV concert is seeing Paul Buckmaster conducting his arrangements with the orchestra and Gus Dudgeon smiling in the audience.
Tumbleweed Connection is Eltons best album...one of the greatest of all time.
I've thought the same thing ever since I got the album in 1972. Thanks for saying it so well.
This song is super awesome.
He has the voice of an angel. At least in my heaven. :)
Just great, love this song..
This whole album was fantastic! I love the old nes
This has to be my favorite Elton John song. Great version.
"Tumbleweed Connection" is Elton's best album in my opinion, and in the opinion of many fans all over. That album just flows seamlessly from start to finish.
...we're seeing the very roots of what became, through the years, a huge tree. And I like the fruits that came from it.. the whole way along it's growth ;-) Yet even long before this video, Elton (obviously) was performing and honing his talents. I'd love to see some of THAT! Really early, young Reggie stuff. Any exist?? I cut my teeth on Elton, back in the day. Now I play professionally for a country star. Thank you, Elton! You'll always be #1 (well.. ok I GOTTA mention Keith Jarrett too! haha)
I was 14 nearly 15 when I saw this trio early Jan 1971 being supported by Argent at the Hemel Hempstead Pavilion cost me 70 pence to get in. What a night, only the second gig I ever went to. I remember this song as being a lot longer and wilder than this.....
Love how he gives props to his crew.
God, what a set of pipes.
I love the outro where the credits are set against the piano. It's just cool.
dont get better than this !
Classic Elton John. Awesome!
It's a real pity how Elton lost this voice in the early 80's. I remember when I bought 11.17.70 and I already had three of his albums with this super tuned high-pitch voice... remember Empty Sky? wow!
Carlos Martinez. He didn't lose his voice, it just got deep. He could still sing in the 80's.
Always loved this Elton John song, among about everything he ever did.
one of his best vocal performances
Now I just want to say " Hell Yeah"
Never heard him sing it like this.
One of my favorite EJ songs
Thank you Sir Elton for keeping it real!!!
Found this record (vinyl) at a thrift store in Port Aransas, Tx, and it's now one of the faves in my collection. Next to Johnny Winter's self titled.
He had it right at this time of his career. The Lyrics are great.
I'm in love with him when I watch this video.
he's like "I am Elton, and I will now impact this tune, with my ivories", he is genius...
Yes his voice did change, age does that and overworking your voice, I sae him in college 1972- and 1973 and again in the 80's All good but different God I love his music
I love Nigel in this...totally hamming it up for the camera. It's fun, also, to read the comments of the kids who have no idea about Elton John and are learning about him for the first time.
The Best
This is when I got into Elton John, in 1970! I bought a bootleg of a concert. The vinyl wz like 4 inches thick and the recording LOUSY!! I loved that record, played on my little stereo I got with my moms' S & H stamps.
Dude! This is like having 11-17-70 on video. About time!
early elton john is the best. I love his early stuff in the 70's
yes i really really would love to have every second of this show... and i thank rockermad for sharing it with us!
I agree, just incredible
WOW NICE TUNE
Hi my friend ! I like it this song a+ thanks
Fantastic.........
What glory is this!
Awesome...thanks for sharing
my fav ej song ever!
Elton was sawing masterpieces like his off by the yard back then. I'm an English kid of the 70's & might have had this in one ear & Bowie's "Hunky Dory" in the other. I though that was it things were going to be like this forever this was just the start but then the 1980's & people who made music for money came along......
Elton wasn't kidding about "the biggest drum kit in the world" and it's great see the audience finally catching fire at the end. Fantastic song, and WOW did Elton ever have a head of hair on him in the seventies!~ lol!
WOW...I've been around for a while and I have never seen this video. Thanks for sharing this. Elton John has been one of my favorites for many years.
Wonderful stuff, thanks for posting!
thanks for posting it's jems like this that keep me on the tube LOL
Just saw your suggestion today. Thanks! I don't know that song and I'm looking forward to checking it out.
Sexuality don't matter to me this pure music. I'm 52 years old . they don't make it like this anymore.
Just got tix to see him and pray he plays this song.
Thanks for the memory. PEACE :)
awesome I went through that space in time too
Birth of a genius.
37 years ago, oh the mysteries of life.where did the time go.was i sleeping.some should have woke me up long ago
any awesome ... thx so much for this !
this is off tumbleweed connection, my personal fave of the gazillion great albums of elton john
best elton song out there
I love that he's shy :3 it's so cute.
Tumbleweed Connection is such a wonderful album. His new one The Union with Leon Russell revisits his roots and is great
He is very enticing here--vocals are wonderful. His appearance is interesting. very cute in an elfish sort of way. Love the hair and glasses and cute button nose
I've always liked the BBC sessions.
LOVE LOVE LOVE !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for sharing this. That is all I have and want to say.