ROXY MUSIC - More Than This | FIRST TIME COUPLE REACTION
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it is my birthday today..thanks for the gift of a roxy music reaction..they really are great..listen to their song "Virginia plain" keep em' comin' my rocky mountain friends..Kent
HAPPY BIRTHDAY KEN!!! 🥳 ❤️ We love you and send hugs!!
Happy Belated Birthday, Kent!
Happy Birthday Week! We celebrate you! 🎂🥂🎈🤩
Happy Birthday again! Roxy is a gift indeed
Simply one of the most beautiful songs ever the past 50 years
Et slave to love ❤❤❤❤❤
Avalon is a beautifully produced atmospheric album. Its a great album. Still have it on original vinyl
This album came out when alternative music was huge and branching into many subgenres. Roxy Music, along with bands such as Duran Duran and Spandau Ballet, led the New Romantic scene which was identified by fashion as much as by the music. Bryan Ferry was generally recognized as the icon of the movement.
Still is!
This album is way, way under-recognized. It's a beautiful work. Thank you for featuring this. "Avalon"!
Yay! You gave them a second chance! Mad respect for doing that. Not many reactors would bother doing that after an initial negative reaction.
I myself didn’t really ‘get’ them at first, but as my exposure to them grew, so did my respect and admiration for what they were doing.
The thing with Roxy Music is that they’ve had such a varied musical output it’s impossible to judge them from a single random track. If you listen to something from their first album and then this (their last full studio album), you might wonder “is this even the same band?” Not to say that they don’t have an easily recognizable ‘sound’, just that they evolved quite a bit over time.
They really are a hugely influential band and have had a rich history. Even if you don’t like everything they’ve done, it’s at least useful to know what they’re about.
Avalon is one of my favorite albums of all time. It is fantastic music to make love to.
Absolutely!
Top comment. Just try it. ;)
I got introduced to this song in 2003 by the movie, "Lost in Translation" starring Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson. Became a Roxy Music (and Bryan Ferry solo fan) after hearing it. I will be seeing a reunited Roxy Music (with Paul Thompson, but no Brian Eno) later this year on their 50th anniversary tour.
OMG I feel so young listening to this. I feel 12 years old wearing groves into this vinyl, listening to it over and over again. Such a beautiful beautiful song. Like falling in love - there is nothing More than This.
Actually Brian Eno got his start in Roxy Music being on the first two albums. But particular album is fantastic. Especially the title track. Bryan's voice takes time to get used to.
Absolutely love this album my second favourite Roxy album after Flesh and blood.
Man the music from the early 80’s the soundtrack of my youth. What a killer time to be alive.
70s Roxy Music - experimental pop, 80s Roxy Music - polished mainstream pop. Both have their positives and negatives, but I think I preferred them when they were taking risks, even if they didn't always pay off.
The whole Avalon album has a great atmosphere and Bryan Ferry's voice melts all over it. One of the first vinyl records I ever owned. Love it. It may not be experimental and more poppy than their previous work, but it's my favorite album of theirs. Thanks for the reaction.
For a real roxy tune with just the most amazing guitar solo, lyrics that will make you laugh... in every dream home a heartache.. give yourself a real treat
Well done for giving Roxy Music another try. They are definitely worth further investigation. My personal favourite is ‘Slave to Love’. And of the older material ‘Street Life’
'Slave To Love' is actually Bryan Ferry solo.
@@TRANZEURO good point!
My roommate and I would play this album almost every night when it came out. Bryan Ferry was the James Bond of Rock.
I love that - "the James Bond of Rock"!!
the whole album is magical
Guys, Roxy Music were trend setters and innovators, so much 80s and 90s music was inspired by them
Bryan Ferry's solo work is worth diving into. His Album Bete Noire is great. The song The Right Stuff is outstanding. I would encourage you to give that a listen
Originally a b-side from The Smiths, called ‘money changes everything’, which was then adapted by Bryan along with Johnny Marr.
This was my "go to album" back in the early 80's during my heavy "dating days". Very romantic relaxing vibe to the whole album.
Lol, the number one make out album of the summer of ‘82. 😘
Thanks for the reaction. You should definitely also listen to “Oh Yeah”, a masterpiece! I’m sure you’ll enjoy it🤗
I love Bill Murray singing this karaoke in the movie Lost In Translation.
That entire album is great. Have a full listen.
This album is pure narcotic for my time in college. While totally sober, in broad daylight, the album starts and I relax.
There's a track on Avalon called "The Space Between" that is arguably my favourite. One of those songs that sends shivers down my spine when I hear it playing on a slick sound system. Just a lovely album, I hope you guys played it good and loud!
@sam369 I'm with you, I love "The Space Between".....I played it a lot when my life was pregnant with our first son, and she said that while she was in labor she kept hearing the song in her head.
For me its "True To Life".
But like you said, the entire album is lovely.
You need to check out Phil Manzanera (guitarist for Roxy Music) solo album called Diamondhead. Very Pink Floydish. Try "East of Echo".
Discovered Roxy Music years ago and they’ve quickly become one of my favorite bands of all time…you should also try listening to “mother of pearl” and “if there is something”
I love Bryan Ferry & Roxy Music & that is an incredible album! Up there in may top 10 favorite albums, actually. 💓Also, check out Bryan Ferry's *Slave To Love* ❤
Great songs and great music
Great tune from my high school days. Instantly puts me in a romantic and nostalgic mood. 😄
The end of this song is the coolest most hip close to a song I can think of. Top 5 all time for me
1980 'Same Old Scene' my favourite Roxy Music song :)
This band had Brian Eno, (Synthesizer), Phil Manzanera, (Guitar) Andy McKay (Sax), Brian Ferry (vocals, keyboards), Paul Thompson), artists such as David Bowie, Chrissie Hynde, The Cars, Kate Bush, Simple Minds, Annie Lennox have mentioned Roxy Music as a great influence. Of his songs there is one that has always struck me "Same Old Scene". Saludos
Right on. Phil Manzanera btw played for a stretch with David Gilmour, when touring both David and “Floyd’s’” material. Check out the concert, “David Gilmour Live From Gdańsk.” Phil is a better pro than I thought. Regards
In 1990 he released an album "Mato Grosso" together with the Brazilian musician Sergio Dias of jazz fusion that is a wonder. Saludos
Thanks for sharing I remember seeing the music video on MTV in 1982 still one of my favorite 80s song. Bryan ferry is the lead singer
You heard it on "Lost In Translation" when Bill Murray sang it to Scarlett Johansson during a karaoke scene. Loved that scene and have always loved this song.
"Avalon" is another wonderful Roxy Music tune.
This whole album Avalon is a vibe. Very stylish, very atmospheric. I love it.
I think my favorite is still "Out of the Blue" from the album "Country Life."
One of my very favourite songs! This is post-Eno Roxy. Try 'Do the Strand', 'Virginia Plain', 'In Every Dream Home A Heartache' and 'Prairie Rose'
'Smooth' is the word you're looking for.
The whole album is great. Good to relax to.
Nick & Lex, Please don't let others dictate what you do. Also, most appreciate your true feelings and never be dishonest to appease the few selfishly rude listeners. We all have different likes and dislikes. It's very immature and unrealistic to think that your thoughts and impressions are any less important than mine or anyone else CHOOSING to follow your reactions. We wouldn't have so many genres of music if we all heard music the same way ... boring!! I, like most of your followers, appreciate your reactions and comments. Follow your hearts 💕 and enjoy every moment experiencing new music.
Roxy Music ... I understand your first reaction because something didn't quite seem correct on some of their earlier albums. However, the band members are excellent in their own right. I've seen others suggest most of these, but Bryan Ferry's album, BOYS AND GIRLS is excellent. There isn't a bad song. Suggested songs ...
SLAVE TO LOVE
WINDSWEPT
DON'T STOP THE DANCE
... Any song 🎵
I love all their work from the 80s. Well produced, well played and sung.
This song has a tremendous sentimental significance to it for many people from that time and to do a reaction without that in mind it doesn't capture the emotional importance that it has for them.
Hi NicknLex, this is their more commercial/poppy 80's sound. As i & others have said you should listen to their first 4 albums ( more experimental, art rock, glam rock period ) for a more rounded perspective. Glad that someone has mentioned Be Bop Deluxe as well, massively underrated 70's British band with the great Bill Nelson on lead guitar & vocals.
We will do that👍thank you
I saw BeBopDeluxe several times back in the day, usually at De Montfort hall, Leicester. The first band I played in covered "Ships in the Night" and "Fair Exchange". For a first taster for NicknLex though I suggest "Maid in Heaven". My favourite is "Beauty Secrets" which gets regular airtime even still.
Be Bop Deluxe and Roxy Music are 2 of my all-time favorites. For BBD try Axe Victim. The title cut is awesome, and so are Jet Silver and the Dolls of Venus, Adventures in a Yorkshire Landscape, Night Creatures, Jets at Dawn. For Roxy try Out of the Blue, She Sells, and Could it Happen to Me?
I think the outstanding thing about this song is the lyrics. I always interpreted it as a plea to God to reveal himself. It's heartbreaking. It's not a happy song. "It was fun for a while. There was no way of knowing. Like a dream in the night, who can say where we're going. No care in the world, maybe I'm learning why the sea on the tide has no way of turning. More than this, you know there is nothing. More than this, tell me one thing. MOre than this - no, there is nothing." It feels to me like a description of the transition from carefree childhood to the deep, troubling questions of adulthood about life and death.
I like later, 70's early 80's Roxy Much more than the mid seventies. The whole Avalon recording is so smooth and sexy. Also Dance away and Oh yeah are excellent.
Brian Eno was the electronic composter and keyboardist in Roxy Music's original line up, (in case you didn't know.)
3AM loft in Soho (NY) early 80's - this song takes me right back,,,
I loved the album Avalon so much I had the album cover painted on the back of my pickup
"Avalon" is an exceptional "album" - just one amazing song after another. So atmospheric, sophisticated but very emotional at the same time.
The '80s were the best for new music. It was so fun
I loved this song! It brought back so many memories! This was from my time! It reminds me of tailored jackets with shoulder pads and very high hair-sprayed hair!
So many nice memories to this song, and the whole album. Played often in those special moments, with special people.
Avalon is pretty pretty much sonically the best track they ever did...you guys will get to it at some point...trust me..pure honey
This song was poetry and allegory and just beautiful. The entire album is gorgeous. *digs out the CD*
"Oh Yeah", and "In the Midnight Hour" are two of my favs off the 'Flesh and Blood' album! But they are all good. BUT for something VERY interesting and an unusual catchy beat, try "Rain, Rain, Rain" from the same album. It's a MUST!
Great song, amazing album
Wow 40 years ago this was released, I remember it clearly, what a classic song and album, great memories as a young man👌👍🎶🎸😊
Play the whole album! Absolutely perfect. This was used in a recent commercial. Maybe for a bank
I saw them at Radio City Music Hall for this tour. What a thrill! Not Only did I get to see Roxy Music, I also got to see former Grease Band members Alan Spenner, one of my favorite bass players, and Guitarist Neil Hubbard. These guys just don't know how to not sound great.
Phil Manzanera, Roxy's lead guitarist, is a Prog Rock Icon and Brian Eno was a founding member -- He's on the first 2 albums.
Some of their early recordings feel raw and unsettling (reminiscent of The Mothers or Gong) while some are pure pop, but most fall somewhere in between... Bottom line is that you can't hear one, two or half a dozen songs by them and truly know what they're about.
BTW - Phil and Eno both appeared in the 801 projects.
Anyway these guys were Prog Pioneers. I KNOW you guys ARE cultured and anyone who says otherwise is anything BUT cultured.
Salud to you both
Cheers!
So glad you are giving Roxy Music another chance. Won't be disappointed just like you did with Steely Dan.
I can not believe that Nick didn't raise up his right hand next to Lex's face lol. Always reminds me of someone holding up a treat to a dog. 😃😃 btw I love this tune.
Roxy Music is a great band with a very diverse back catalog. Avalon was their last album and really ushered in the '80s New Wave sound. Although Roxy is not popular in the USA they were enormous in England and in Europe and were very influential.
"Both Ends Buring" is a great song in my opinion, but it comes from a slightly earlier era it was more unapologetically masculine in its perspective. I think of it as a yearning but internal dialogue, whereas "More Than This" has a detached romanticism that is not held secretly.
The singer, Bryan Ferry also has multiple solo albums full of excellent material. one wonderful song it does not get much attention is called "When She Walks in the Room" off of his album called The Bride Stripped Bare"
I highly recommend you guys check it out, it's mostly violin and drums but full of tragic, yearning romance like so much of Bryan Ferry's work.
There are also many traditional guitar based rock songs on that album. "Can't Let Go" is a good one.
Also worth checking out our the Roxy Music songs "Street Life" "Grey Lagoons" & "Do The Strand". I guess you can tell I'm a fan, but there are many many great songs Roxy Music and Bryan Ferry
To hear the original sound of the band you need to listen to their first hit Virginia Plain, Roxy Music were the original Glam Rockers before Bowie, T Rex.
I went to the same school as Bryan Ferry
I saw Roxy Music in Cardiff, Wales in the mid-seventies - coming down from Shrewsbury with 5 friends, we dropped some LSD on the train in anticipation of arriving in good time for the concert. At Abergavenny the train broke down and we sat in the carriage watching a beautiful sunset over the Welsh hills until British Rail sent a new engine. On arrival we ran to the concert hall and got there in time for the start, helplessly tripping. Eddie Jobson was playing a see-through violin if I remember correctly. Can't say I ever listened to their music again after that, I thought Brian Ferry was a snob...
Great story though. Nice little trip day memory. Thanks ✨😉
Been a fan since 1972 when I was a school kid. Roxy Music are a unique and class band.
Avalon is fantastic. Good music for young couples in love…with the lights turned down…fire going…a little wine…
Excuse me for a minute……
Don't be afraid to express your true opinion - there will always be folks that will disagree! Go with what you like and don't be afraid to explore whatever you want! You two are an awesome couple and I appreciate your openness to new/old music! Thank you!
'Same Old Scene', is my personal favourite
Avalon is certainly the most accessible Roxy Music album and one of my favorites. You mentioned Brian Eno in your commentary - Eno was actually a part of the band for their first album. Big part of art rock/prog history there. Check out the rest of the album - it is quite good. Also, investigate Phil Manzanera, the guitartist. He is amazing. He also played with Eno in a live band called 801. Keep up the good work! and thank you
Love her reaction so cute 😊❤ and love very MUCH roxy music ...
One of the best 80's songs. The sound of Roxy Music it's so unique! LOVE THIS SONG AND THIS BAND. GREAT REACTION, GUYS! Grettings from Spain!
Wanted to add an additional comment after watching the video in it's entirety and seeing how yall were a bit dispirited. Don't give the haters airtime or any of your attention! It takes to two seconds to throw out a spiteful comment, but what you guys do takes time, dedication and a love of music! You are a breath of fresh air and have a very positive vibe. Of course life affects us all and we get down sometimes, but don't let that occur as the result of some ass troll. You are appreciated for what you are doing Nick n Lex!
Roxy Music learning us musicians less can be more …….. beautiful
My favourite album is "Stranded" from 1973. And the live album "Viva!" from 1976.
This song EXUDES summertime - love it so much.
Mother of Pearl is astonishing.
Great song! Great band!
You really need to do the title track to this album. Stunning
What a great cut! One of my favorites ❤ Bryan Ferry’s voice…so distinctive and pure.
The entire Avalon album is wonderful……I will confess to not knowing their music outside of that album…..and I’ve been told it’s different from the rest of their catalogue, but this album was very special to my husband and me when we first were dating…….still together 37 years later….
Brian Eno is in Roxy Music! Good guess by Nick.
He was only on the first two albums, years before Avalon. He was producing Talking Heads, soon to produce U2 by this time. In addition to his own ambient music.
I hate that people call you uncultured for not liking something, how stupid and uncalled for. I'm loving your musical journey. And this is the Roxy I prefer too.
The movie Flashbacks of a Fool makes brilliant use of the track “If there is Something”. Maybe give that a listen…. Also love is solo stuff - Slave to Love and Don’t Stop the dance are big hits.
This whole album sounds so seductive due to the production and the tasteful use of delays - especially on "The Space Between Us". "The Main Thing" sounds something like a post Genesis Peter Gabriel song.
Iconic Track by
Legendary Band.
I Wouldn't Let a Naysayer and
The Ensuing Effrontery
Bother me for a Second.
You Are Both Beautiful People.
It's Always a Delight to
Be a Guest and Fellow Traveller
On a Lifelong Musical Journey.
You're Cordial and Inviting
Reactions are Always Sincere
Spontaneous and Superb.
Love You Both Dearly as if you
Were Son and Daughter.
Keep Doing What You're Doing
Because it Makes All of Us
Happy and is
More Appreciated than You
Both Every Realized !!!
🤠🎶😁🎵😊❤🎵🎼🎶🤠❤
Cheers 🥂
Same Old Scene is my favourite Roxy Music song,the intro is excellent.
Eno left (or sacked!) for the proverbial musical differences 😅.
Keep up the great work.
All the best from Scotland 🏴
Agreed
Roxy Musics best & most creative period was from 1972-1975 where they released 5 Albums. Most Americans prefer the late 70's-early Eighties period where the music was more polished & Radio friendly, most Brits prefer the earlier stuff which i would describe as Art Rock. So here's my personal preference of earlier songs from this amazing band. Lots of Deep Cuts which you will Love. trust me.
Absolutely love your Reactions by the Way, the show is brilliant.
1st ALBUM (1972)
Virginia Plane (Single)
Ladytron
if There is something
ReMake/Re model
Sea breezes
FOR YOUR PLEASURE (1973)
Pyjamarama (single)
In Every Dream Home a Heartache
Blue Lagoons
Editions Of You
Do The Strand
STRANDED (1973)
Street Life (single)
Just Like You
Amazona
Serenade
A Song For Europe
Mother Of Pearl
COUNTRY LIFE (1974)
The Thrill Of It All
All I Want Is You (single)
Out Of The Blue
Casanova
Prairie Rose
SIREN (1975)
Love Is The Drug (single)
Sentimental Fool
She Sells
Whirlwind
Just another High
Nailed it
I agree with the earlier work being more adventurous-kind of a cross between British Glam and prog.Id go with something like Out Of The Blue,Do The Strand,Virginia Plain,or Sentimental Fool.
Oh yeah,and The Thrill Of It All
Great comment ! You,hit it right on the head when you said that most Americans prefer their more commercial radio friendly later stuff. I'm american myself but like you I actually prefer their earlier more adventurous harder rocking stuff from 1972-1975. I just find *most* of their later stuff boring in comparison.
@@jameswalls4172 "The Thrill Of It All" is a great recommendation.......I assume you said "oh yeah" because you forgot to mention it.....and you weren't recommending the song 'Oh Yeah' ? lol.
Hi Guys- I’m a 63 music fan from Leeds in the UK.
A band you really must delve into are “ Elbow”
They have been around the British music scene for 20 years…..
They have a great back catalogue of albums….
Please try the track “Perfect Weather To Fly” from the fabulous album “The Seldom Seen Kid “
It’s a song about how the band came together and their ambition
Please listen carefully to the lyric the lead singer and lyricist is a complete genius.
After listening to this track then try “ Grounds For Divorce “ and “ One day like this” from the same album……..( remember the lyrics!)
deffo, Elbow are really good, have a snick at Gorillaz too
If you dive into the Roxy rabbit hole, don't miss guitarist Phil Manzanera's solo albums. 'Listen Now" from 1975 is a good place to start.
It’s sounds like Brian Eno because Brian Eno was part of Roxy Music lol. This song was the first of these kind of 80’s “soundtrack” type songs. Way ahead of it’s time. It was famously used in Scarlett Johannsen’s first big movie “Lost In Translation.”
I'm so glad you decided to give these guys another try. keep going with this album, you won't be disappointed. Great musicality.
Bryan Ferry is the lead singer. He also went on to a solo career. Check out Don't Stop the Dance, Kiss and Tell or Jealous Guy.
One of my few ‘stranded on an island’ albums. The whole album is filled with sexy slick urban romantic minimalistic music. My fave: True To Life.
Michelle Michelle has great taste in music! 👍👍
It definitely was used in numerous movie soundtracks. The one that comes to my recall is Lost in Translation ,2003 with Bill Murray. I believe this song was being used as a karaoke scene in the movie.
the entire album . avalon. is great,
Very glad to see you guys giving Roxy Music another listen, one of the greatest and most interesting bands ever imho. I would recommend checking out Out Of The Blue next but they have so many great songs to choose from, A Song For Europe, Manifesto, If There Is Something, End Of The Line, In Every Dream Home A Heartache the list is long...
Roxy Music has been so important to me since I was little. My parents must've taken me to see them a dozen times, and as an adult, I appreciate them even more. I think your next track should be Mother Of Pearl. Bryan Ferry has such an amazing voice, and I love his covers. These Foolish Things is my favorite. Such a magic to it. His brand new single, a rendition of I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself, really captures the sorrow in the lyrics.