vSpy vSpy - A.O. Mod (music video)

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  • Опубліковано 26 лют 2016
  • vSpy vSpy with the video of the fantastic A.O. Mod from the album Xenophobia [why?].
    vSpy vSpy, also known as The Drug Grannies and The Spys, were an Australian ska/pub rock band from Sydney formed in 1981. They became known for tackling political issues through their music, including racism, homelessness and contemporary drug culture. They were named after a comic strip, "Spy vs. Spy" in the US Mad magazine.
    #vspyvspy
    #spyvspy
    #aomod
    #officialvideo

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  • @ray.shoesmith
    @ray.shoesmith Рік тому +10

    Best Aussie 3 piece band in history. Craig Bloxom is seriously underrated.

  • @philmichelmore4227
    @philmichelmore4227 2 місяці тому +2

    Findon Hotel Adelaide 1988 live show snuck back to their room after chatting to the boys signed all albums - 'spy you!' written over now collectors albums what great aussie legends.

  • @ronanmurray4275
    @ronanmurray4275 Рік тому +3

    Two guitars, one drum, no bullshit. 'straya!

  • @karlwalker6483
    @karlwalker6483 4 роки тому +18

    WOW...for a 3 piece band they had a huge sound...Still proud to have this in my vinyl box in 2020.
    Cheers from Australia.

    • @emanuelmifsud6754
      @emanuelmifsud6754 3 роки тому +1

      Seriously , this band was in the top five. the eighties was full of bands playing such amazing music, live and for just a few dollars. You could have seen INXS, Aussie Crawl, Divinyls etc, for $4, LIVE AND SWEATY!!!!!

  • @RaffaPed
    @RaffaPed 4 роки тому +20

    A great track from one of the most underrated Aussie bands of the 80's.

    • @deltamx
      @deltamx 4 роки тому

      Should have been a huge band and also overseas

    • @kernpoa
      @kernpoa 8 місяців тому

      @@deltamx But it was, here in Brazil everyone loves them

  • @mariaromano4248
    @mariaromano4248 Рік тому +5

    Loved seeing this band in the pubs during the 1980's.

  • @iandickson1940
    @iandickson1940 4 роки тому +7

    RIP! MIKE! CRAIG, CLIFFY! WHEREVER YOU ARE!!!.. LONG LIVE THE SPYS😊

  • @bryandavidson5315
    @bryandavidson5315 5 років тому +61

    To my mind the best Australian rock instrumental track of the eighties - passion fun and power in one track - Mark Weiley's lead guitar has not been equalled for melody, rhythm and drive by any oz guitarist past or present

    • @s.e.wagger3888
      @s.e.wagger3888 5 років тому +5

      Totally AGREE. Loved all his riffs and leads. The man was a genius!!!!

    • @familylaznik7739
      @familylaznik7739 4 роки тому +1

      This was always a huge live crowd pleaser. Where have all the instrumentals gone? The Oils, Cruel Sea did them. Bring back rock intrumentals!

    • @nicholaskovacs207
      @nicholaskovacs207 4 роки тому +1

      Full credit to him he can play it extremely well... but lets not forget there are many many many great lead guitarists around.. particularly in the land of oz 😁😁😁

    • @nista67
      @nista67 4 роки тому

      👍✌

    • @Kingmick58
      @Kingmick58 4 роки тому +1

      Fn love it mate.

  • @darrenmcdonell8649
    @darrenmcdonell8649 7 місяців тому +2

    I saw these guys in North Melbourne Australia when I was 18 1988 loved the music then still do have their albums

  • @markagerman1223
    @markagerman1223 6 років тому +12

    Great song Great band

  • @stevemcleod7761
    @stevemcleod7761 Рік тому +1

    The best full stop nothing comes close

  • @AHumanClay
    @AHumanClay 5 років тому +27

    When someone asks me what do you know about Australia? I answer the interviewer : These bands Spy vs Spy, Hoodoo Gurus, Men At Work speak for itself. This song is amazing.

  • @emanuelmifsud6754
    @emanuelmifsud6754 5 років тому +15

    I recorded them on The Andrew Denton show ABC, Andrew was being a goose in front of Craig and he tells him to FO. I have it on VHS the from about 1986. Craig Bloxom IS a legend.

    • @alanstrom2221
      @alanstrom2221 4 роки тому +4

      Bloxom always tells it the way it is, he is a top bloke. Met him a few times.

    • @stephenlancaster7038
      @stephenlancaster7038 3 роки тому +2

      correct Craig is!

    • @mpcarefactor
      @mpcarefactor 3 роки тому +2

      I'd pay money for a copy of that !!!!

    • @emanuelmifsud6754
      @emanuelmifsud6754 3 роки тому +1

      @@mpcarefactor You can see it on Live and Sweaty Trevor Trevalgen at 47.0minute position

    • @leokimvideo
      @leokimvideo 3 роки тому +2

      It's on UA-cam

  • @alanstrom2221
    @alanstrom2221 4 роки тому +4

    Now here's a Rock Band with a social conscience and left-wing political commentary set to someof the most powerful driving music in Australian history.
    These guys are a National Treasure. Love them with a passion!!!!
    If anyone asks you who a great Bass player is, then you can look them in the eye and say
    CRAIG BLOXOM. The rhythm and the power of Craig's playing drove the band along with the Drumming of
    Cliff Grigg.
    Who is a great Drummer? Tell them Cliff Grigg is awesome.
    What makes this band one of, if not the best and greatest 3 piece bands is Michael Weiley's Guitar playing.
    RIP MIchae

  • @gregjay1537
    @gregjay1537 4 роки тому +9

    Great group vastly underrated. Dynamic and relevant themes to boot.

    • @1holibill
      @1holibill 2 роки тому

      Yes soooo underrated! I saw them perform a couple of years ago for my bday, with Cliff being the only original member. Top night... the place went off! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

  • @BeanieBoyMoto
    @BeanieBoyMoto 5 років тому +21

    Spy v Spy are absolute legends!! One of the greatest all time Aussie bands ever to hit the pub scene!! I saw them at the Mansfield Tavern in Brisbane & they Rocked!! I wish they were still playing!! R.I.P. Mike!!

    • @stephenlancaster7038
      @stephenlancaster7038 5 років тому

      Is that the end of Spy v Spy with Mikes passing

    • @BeanieBoyMoto
      @BeanieBoyMoto 5 років тому +1

      Spy v Spy have still been playing but the only original member with them was Mike Weiley who sadly passed away last year, he will never be forgotten!!

    • @forrykook
      @forrykook 4 роки тому

      @@stephenlancaster7038
      Actually they're playing again. But the only original is Cliff, with some other blokes. Haven't seen them yet due to circumstances of floods and Covid-19 but apparently they do a good job.

    • @stephenlancaster7038
      @stephenlancaster7038 4 роки тому

      @@forrykook Cliff is playing in the band now?

    • @forrykook
      @forrykook 4 роки тому

      @@stephenlancaster7038
      Yep. They've been playing venues along the east coast. I had tix to see them in Mudgeeraba but it flooded, then they were due to play at Kingscliff and then Covid-19 shut everything down.
      Also I don't know the other guys he's playing with but they're using the name Spy V Spy and playing the Spy's songs.

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 5 років тому +15

    This song should be the theme for the Australian Open Tennis tournament

  • @Subilon
    @Subilon 3 роки тому +5

    I love watching these gorgeous ladies play air guitar to Spy vs spy's excellence.Craig Bloxoms a legend.These guys and jump incorporated were my favourite 80s Aussie bands

    • @Subilon
      @Subilon 3 роки тому

      I couldn’t agree more.I loved this song and sex and fame from jump inc.

  • @lambrosm770
    @lambrosm770 4 роки тому +4

    Spy vs Spy thank'x for existing and rocking us out.

  • @juniormichaelsen7608
    @juniormichaelsen7608 4 роки тому +13

    Quem tá curtindo em 2019, e para todo o sempre?

  • @JontyBlue67
    @JontyBlue67 9 місяців тому +1

    This was used on channel nine sports programs in the 80s to fade out to ads. Same as Filter's Take a Picture.

  • @kitwalker2968
    @kitwalker2968 2 роки тому +3

    Off Xenophobia (Why?). This song is dark, rebellious, aggressive, surf with a bit of Doc Martin’s Oi. It’s an instrumental journey. Love it.

  • @iandickson1940
    @iandickson1940 4 роки тому +3

    SPYS! THE BOMB THEY WHERE!!.. WHAT A BAND, SO GLAD I WAS THERE!! RIP MIKE, CRAIG, CLIFFY.
    SO LOVE YOU THAT WE CAN STILL LISTEN TO THIS DAY... YEAHHH😀

    • @forrykook
      @forrykook 4 роки тому

      Mike is the only one who has died. Cliff is still playing and I believe that Blox is a chef.

  • @SagatBordyev
    @SagatBordyev 7 років тому +8

    The grat and minimalist lyrics of the History of Rock!

  • @MrMotorNerd
    @MrMotorNerd 6 років тому +9

    I'm addicted to this tune , I'm Hooked for Eva , Thx Spys

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 4 роки тому +2

    this is original line up just fantastic

  • @raffaelespallarossa1310
    @raffaelespallarossa1310 2 роки тому +2

    Great too see everyone having a great time. Plus the birds are hot.

  • @gregjay1537
    @gregjay1537 4 роки тому +2

    The Blonde Bird with the rotating tongue movement near the end is absolutely tremendous, Barries!!!

  • @gregjay1537
    @gregjay1537 4 роки тому +2

    Beautiful Music ... Beautiful Birds!!!

  • @bigmaxy07
    @bigmaxy07 3 місяці тому

    I can relate jumping around off my chops at a spies gig and going home with crushed ciggies and ringing ears hammered

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 5 років тому +7

    Aussie music the best

  • @kernpoa
    @kernpoa 8 місяців тому +1

    This is one of the reasons I love Australia.
    Thank you for the music of your country from the 80s to the 2000s.

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 5 років тому +4

    They are playing at Souths Juniors in June 2019

  • @davidcleverley4700
    @davidcleverley4700 6 місяців тому +1

    Tough band, confronting and dynamic. I saw them a little before the guitarist passed, most people were just following and enjoying his work, proper respect. He had a good time, enjoyed the affection. This track was one of the favourites.

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 5 років тому +3

    This song was originally Summertime and appears as AO. Excellent track

  • @alwaysright3718
    @alwaysright3718 Рік тому +3

    I would do anything to go back to the early 80's in Sydney, no better life could be had....

    • @deltamx
      @deltamx Рік тому

      Sydney was the new york of australia

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 2 роки тому +1

    One of our best bands and one of the best tracks

  • @carmenbarbosa6575
    @carmenbarbosa6575 7 років тому +4

    very good

  • @rlocadoragames
    @rlocadoragames 4 роки тому +3

    Show 2020 ainda na a escuta !

  • @emanuelmifsud6754
    @emanuelmifsud6754 5 років тому +2

    QUALITY< QUALITY< QUALITY, what else can we say, just BRILLIANT.

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 2 роки тому +1

    maybe the best instrumental song ever in Australian music

  • @niloskf_66
    @niloskf_66 3 місяці тому +1

    YYEEAAAHHHHHH

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 5 років тому +11

    RIP Mike. Is that effectively the end of SPY V SPY

    • @emanuelmifsud6754
      @emanuelmifsud6754 5 років тому +1

      Saw them in the eighties they were amazing, saw them in 2018 at Souths Junior they were fantastic , said hello to Mike, seem a nice bloke, but what talent, thank you Mike, and the boys.

    • @stephenlancaster7038
      @stephenlancaster7038 5 років тому +1

      @@emanuelmifsud6754 I was at Souths Juniors that night. They were amazing

    • @emanuelmifsud6754
      @emanuelmifsud6754 5 років тому +2

      Hi Stephen, they played at Blacktown RSL in 2007 for free, about 40 people in the audience, they were superb, I recorded it. We are so lucky to have such talented musician, but not Much can be said for what people like or the audience number would be larger.

    • @stephenlancaster7038
      @stephenlancaster7038 5 років тому +1

      @@emanuelmifsud6754 They are playing at Souths Juniors in June

    • @emanuelmifsud6754
      @emanuelmifsud6754 5 років тому +1

      Stephen Lancaster I've got the tickets for the night,maybe see you there

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 7 років тому +7

    great clip and song

  • @ranieriricha6032
    @ranieriricha6032 5 років тому +14

    Clip foda. Música foda.

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 4 роки тому +2

    great piece of music. sad that they have no original members now

  • @ronanmurray4275
    @ronanmurray4275 Рік тому +2

    This is the perfect soundcheck song. Even better than Gimme Some Money.

  • @rick_fortune
    @rick_fortune 2 роки тому +2

    That's what you get when you have an open callout to a video shoot :) Looks like everyone's having a great time. :)

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 6 років тому +3

    great

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 5 років тому +8

    AUSSIE BANDS THE BEST

  • @sadilima7711
    @sadilima7711 7 років тому +3

    Great song!!

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 5 років тому +1

    Excellent. Playing at Souths Juniors in Sydney on Friday 28 June 2019 with The Radiators.

    • @alanstrom2221
      @alanstrom2221 4 роки тому

      OMG!!! Who are the band members these days? No Craig or Michael!!

    • @CraigGrigg1
      @CraigGrigg1 4 роки тому +1

      @@alanstrom2221 Cliff Grigg, Dean Reynolds, Cameron Hallman, and the new lead guitarist... in his last days of life Michael literally gave his guitar to Andrew Davis and told him to keep the music alive

  • @paulorobertobragamellobrag8573
    @paulorobertobragamellobrag8573 5 років тому +6

    REALCE, REALCE REALCE, REALCE.....................

  • @Palerax
    @Palerax 2 роки тому +2

    This is one of the few songs I know all the lyrics to.

  • @deltamx
    @deltamx 4 роки тому +1

    Fantastic sound saw them in eastern suburbs of Melbourne at hotel not sure which one

  • @luizcarvalho5913
    @luizcarvalho5913 4 роки тому +4

    Welcome Friends the surfing music listen in 2019 👍🏄‍♂️😎

  • @Reaper4367
    @Reaper4367 3 роки тому

    fresh and invigorating, no matter that its now over 30 years young!

  • @j.wilsonf.cordeiro5177
    @j.wilsonf.cordeiro5177 3 роки тому

    Aussie Surf Rock original !!!!!

  • @rabbzh2962
    @rabbzh2962 Рік тому

    lets go 🎶

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 3 роки тому +1

    sensational track

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 5 років тому

    Amazing !!!!

  • @donotwantahandle1111
    @donotwantahandle1111 2 роки тому +1

    I love this song and the video too!

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 5 років тому

    AWESOME

  • @pedrinosorio6205
    @pedrinosorio6205 5 років тому

    Excelente.

  • @iandickson1940
    @iandickson1940 4 роки тому +1

    Thankyou for uploading!! LONG LIVE THE SPYS😀

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 4 роки тому

    legends

  • @mestredasmentiras1654
    @mestredasmentiras1654 3 роки тому +1

    Lembro que esses caras deram entrevista na " RÁDIO CIDADE " aqui no RJ, isso foi em 1999, com o apresentador ROGER DO CANAL COMBATE E ACHO QUE A MÔNICA VENERABILE... O PRÉDIO JA FOI DO JORNAL DO BRASIL E HOJE SE TRANSFORMOU NO ATUAL ( I.N.T.O ) INSTITUTO DE ORTOPEDIA , BEM NO BAIRRO DO CAJU...

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 2 роки тому

    The best would have liked to have seen them live back in the 80s

  • @cesarguimaraes7018
    @cesarguimaraes7018 Рік тому +2

    Tema de abertura do programa realce

  • @stephenlancaster7038
    @stephenlancaster7038 3 роки тому

    Legendary song

  • @MrSouthernlord
    @MrSouthernlord 3 роки тому

    Love the spies! I heard that the crowd in the video came directly from the local Centrelink.

  • @petertancred3507
    @petertancred3507 3 роки тому

    Powderfinger incarnate maybe...this band and track well before their years...Awesome sound...

  • @gcgoldcoastguy
    @gcgoldcoastguy 3 роки тому +1

    I can never remember the lyrics to this song.

  • @lozarok
    @lozarok 7 років тому +3

    The real deal ; )

  • @philbis2774
    @philbis2774 4 місяці тому +1

    Craig Bloxom

  • @matthewcooper3877
    @matthewcooper3877 3 роки тому

    Ah ....The Spys ....the good times

  • @dischargesummary8794
    @dischargesummary8794 5 років тому +2

    Great but sad at the same time

  • @phramosjr
    @phramosjr 4 роки тому +1

    Isso é bom pra carúleo!

  • @malcolmmarriott3296
    @malcolmmarriott3296 2 роки тому

    Samford, Stafford

  • @billykane0079
    @billykane0079 2 роки тому

    Anybody in 2021?

  • @trumanmclean595
    @trumanmclean595 2 роки тому

    Wow what record company?

  • @Dyegolock
    @Dyegolock 4 роки тому

    2020

  • @weeemf
    @weeemf 8 років тому +1

    happening. where was the vid shot?

    • @armyreconm60
      @armyreconm60 7 років тому +2

      I WAS TOLD MANY YEARS AGO THAT IT WAS FILMED IN A WARE HOUSE SOME WHERE IN SYDNEY

    • @Paul55917
      @Paul55917 5 років тому

      @ the Phoenician Club, Broadway, Sydney ps check out the dude in the black Harrington, he he cool

  • @alexandreprofessor6614
    @alexandreprofessor6614 4 роки тому

    surf music, programa realce..

  • @ROADSECTORRX
    @ROADSECTORRX Рік тому

    28/05/2023

  • @kyliemull3709
    @kyliemull3709 3 роки тому +1

    Spy's spy's spy's spy's spy's spy's spy's spy's spy's spy's spy's spy's spy's spy's spy's I've got no more to say.

  • @meteorb.dragon8187
    @meteorb.dragon8187 2 роки тому

    Buenos toques de los instrumentos pero la letra mató la cancion estropeandola