My dad is good friends with Jimmy Fox the drummer. I remember him coming around the house when I was a kid and taught me how to do a drum roll when I was learning to play drums. Really cool guy. He was at my wedding.
That bass line is a real hidden gem if you focus on it. Lots of variation and still locked in solid with the drums. That's where the funk in Funk #49 lives.
Jim Fox killing it on drums, too. One of the best power trios of all time. Saw one of their reunion shows at Blossom Music Center a while back. Was like just as good as ever. There's a Howard Stern show where they do this live right before that, which is on youtube. Totally magical.
Joe Walsh from way back, and still jamming out! Walk Away should be next up from The James Gang, or else Funk #48. Joe Walsh has a good amount of excellent music. Keep bringing it.
When the James Gang toured with the Who during the time of this song, as a gesture of gratitude, Joe Walsh gifted Pete Townshend a 1959 Gretsch 6120 with a Fender Bassman amp. Pete had been using Gibson SGs but Gibson changed the design of them and Pete didn't care for the way the new models sounded, and he was struggling to find the tone he wanted. This new Gretsch guitar and Fender amp combo blew Pete away. He says it was and is the loudest guitar he'd ever owned or will own. It become the foundation of the Who's sound for all of Who's Next and Quadrophenia. So thanks Joe Walsh for being integral to some great Who music in the 70s!!!!
This Jam is immediately imprinted on your brain when you hear it. The remarkable guitaring Joe Walsh is attributable to this and can and will almost defiantly make you feel the energy. Add the guitars to the bass, and the screaming hot lyrics and vocals, and you find yourself lost in the Rock & Roll Funk that was the 70s. Great pick, as always, guys. You should give their song "Walk Away" & "Woman" a listen.
They are from Cleveland, Ohio. And they get back together now and then to play short tours (when Joe is not doing his Eagles thing, or solo work). For his solo work you will like Rocky Mountain Way (Joe is one of the best slide players around) and also Life's been Good (to me so far)" which shows off Joe's really great sense of humor (his interviews are a treat). Enjoy!
Joe Walsh, the guitarist, also is responsible for Jimmy Page’s No 1 guitar. Joe had the 1959 Gibson Les Paul originally, and had some work done on it in a shop in Chicago. He didn’t like it and convinced Jimmy to buy it from him for $500.00. He used it when they recorded the second album. He always refers to it as his No 1. As to the reaction, I’ve always loved James Gang, and I even saw Joe Walsh live during his solo career. He is one of my favorite guitarists.
3 guys. They from Cleveland. Joe Walsh is the singer,guitarist, song writer. Went on to a solo career, check out Rocky Mountain Way by Joe. Then joined the Eagles, the first album he made with them was Hotel California. He’s a monster!
This dude is a Rock icon. James gang, then a huge solo career, and then The Eagles asked him to join one of the top Rock Bands in the world. Joe is a legend and a great guy. More Please. Thanks
Joe was a rock Icon before, during and after the Eagles... in fact he helped them become the iconic band they are. The Eagles heard his album and said "we wanna sound like that...!" "Joe is an interesting bunch of guys.." ~ Glenn Frey Joe's spoken word/playing guitar video explaining how he wrote "Life's Been Good'' is Amazing..! He's really a funny guy.
Oh hell yeah! Great tune to fire up my morning - like others have said below, Joe Walsh is an underappreciated genius, and this riff will stay in your head for a good long time. Always great rocking out with you guys - much love from Canada!
I love Joe Walsh's guitar riffs. James Gang was an American rock band formed in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1966. The band went through a variety of line-up changes until they recorded their debut album as a power trio consisting of Joe Walsh, Tom Kriss, and Jim Fox. Dale Peters replaced Kriss on bass for the band's second and third album. As much as I love Funk #49.... their song "Walk Away" was their biggest hit.
Before their shows, the band would warm up with jams that they numbered. This one was number 49 and funky, so when they decided to record it, they named it Funk #49.
"Funk #49" brought the James Gang, and especially Joe Walsh, to everyone's attention back in the day. Had the opportunity to see Joe live twice, and he delivered everything I wanted, and then he delivered some more. He is sooooo talented, and he is really funny and serious at the same time. A true genius of Rock and Roll.
You guys are so freaking lucky to be hearing all the songs you react to the very first time. I was born in 1960 so I grew up on these songs. btw, Joe Walsh (mostly of The Eagles fame) on both lead and rhythm guitar and lead vocals 🔥
That was a great song, another great song by the James gang is The Bomber it includes a rock version of Ravel's Bolero which really sounds cool on an electric guitar.
It's only three guys playing - drums, bass, and guitar. I believe I heard Joe Walsh say in an interview once that he left the James Gang because he was tired of playing both lead and rhythm guitar AND singing lead, all at the same time.
@russelbarnes is totally right! Those were og Licks. This album came out 1969--72. 3 piece band. Try "turned to stone" or Rocky Mountain Way. Nice job, young folk!
Wow this takes me waaay back! Haven't heard it in a long time - It does have a lot going on but there is no mistaking who it is with Joe Walsh when it gets going. Very cool, nostalgic vibe🍂 Thanks guys for taking me down memory lane with this 'funky' tune!🧡
Hey Fellas. Early Joe Walsh. He was always great. The James Gang, his solo career, and The Eagles. Shout out to you guys for reacting to this one. Peace.
I went to see Jimi Hendrix in Memphis in June of 1970. The James Gang, a band I never heard of previously, opened the show. Unfortunately, Jimi was in bad shape that night, apparently severely high and/or drunk. He was at least an hour late and played for less than an hour. Sadly he would overdose and die three months later. The James Gang gave a great performance playing songs from this album, and I became a fan, buying the album the following week. "The Bomber" is a great song on the album.
Freshman year in HS 1974 I went to a new friends house. Her older brother had a Joe Walsh LP titled The Smoker You Drink The Player You Get. Absolutely blew my mind. Have been a huge fan of Joe Walsh ever since. Great reaction gentlemen 👏
JAMES GANG, "FUNK #49". 3 man band out of Cleveland Ohio. Young Joe Walsh lead singer and Guitar professional. More, "WALK AWAY", "THE BOMBER", "TEND MY GARDEN".
Love it!! This song is sooo old! I know cuz I was Young when it came out- long before there was a band called The Eagles! This was in Heavy rotation at our parties. Loved your head banging reaction 🤘💯
If you guys want to get a better feel of just how talented Joe Walsh is, watch his visit to Daryl's House (Daryl Hall's music jam session show). Phenomenal live performances there.
Good song. The Bomber (A. Closet Queen/B. Bolero/C. Cast Your Fate To The Wind) is great. Stop, Take a Look Around, Collage, Walk Away, The Devil is Singing Our Song & From Another Time are really good too.
One of the great guitar players/frontman that nobody talks about. Joe Walsh rocks as a matter of fact a little Rocky Mountain Way is probably something you both should hear!!!!! Awesome reaction🎸🎸🎸🎸
They are from Ohio. Check out Joe Walch's solo work . The Eagles were a great band before Joe Walsh. I saw the Eagles at my college, Billy Joel opened for them. After Joe joined they took it to another level.
One of the great things about music from the 60s and 70s is that colour was irrelevant. It was all about the music and that was all that mattered. Rock 'n' Roll wasn't just music. It was social change. ♥
The story I heard was that there was a forth member of James Gang who was the lead singer and lead guitarist and he suddenly quit which forced Joe Walsh to learn to play a combination of lead and rhythm guitar, AND sing lead on most of their songs… not to mention do most of the writing… I saw him live once in the 80s with just a drummer and bass… he’s super talented and cool….
Next..The Bomber. Same album. When I became of age My mama sat me down, said Son, you're growing up, it's Time you looked around So I began to notice Some things I hadn't seen before That's what brought me here Knockin' on your back door...
They were formed in Cleveland, Ohio in 1966. There were just 3 ,, embers. They made these albums:: James Gang · 1966-1977 · 1991 · 1996 · 1998 · 2001 · 2005 · 2006 · 2022.
I just saw Joe Walsh and the James Gang in November! They are from ohio. It was Joe Walsh and the James Gang. The Black Keys , Nine Inch Nails, and The Breeders. All those bands are from Ohio. It was Ohio Fest, lol. It was a truly amazing night of live music! It is a three piece band, by the way.
Went to The History of the Eagles concert several years ago. The played some songs from each members solo career. Joe Walsh played Rocky Mountain Way and Life's Been Good to Me. But one of the highlights of the concert was their rendition of Funk #49. Just outstanding. And as others have said Walk Away is a must listen.
😁 As an old Skool BGirl from the Boogie Down, 🤗 this song had all kinds of breaks we practiced routines to. 😉 This, PFunk's Flaslight and Soul Makossa by Manu DiBango were GUARANTEED to be played at a block party! Everybody had those 45's! 🥰🐰 ☺And of course..... WE NEED MORE 🐮🔔
I was going to Uni in mid 70's in Thunder Bay and my buddy and I drove to Minnesota to see him. Joe was solo then but obviously he did this song. Good memories for me and I'm glad you liked it. A must listen by Joe would be "Life's Been Good". Great music with a somewhat reggae beat and hilarious lyrics, check it out. Great stuff guys...
The James Gang was a 3 piece band from Cleveland. As others have mentioned, it was our introduction to Joe Walsh. Give a listen to The Ashes The Rain & I.
I remember getting the album, and printed on the inside of the album jacket it said "Made loud, to be played loud", and I remember following these instructions explicitly!
3 man band. Story goes the lead singer and rhythm guitar player quit just before they were supposed to go on stage. Joe Walsh took over their duties and they went on anyways and a legend was born.
Classic story when Joe was on the Letterman show- he said he was friends with Keith Moon and Joe Belushi (RIP) and would party (Joe was a severe alcoholic) with them all night- and feared for his life because of the things the other two did that had to their untimely deaths. Joe went into rehab and has been sober for decades- mellow, down to earth guy despite being a guitar master
Nothing like Funk #49 to get yer ass movin'. I have all three of James Gang albums (with Joe Walsh)...good stuff. Joe is in my top 5 guitar heroes, behind Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton and Stevie Ray Vaughn.
This could easily be a song off of Led Zepplin 2 a la Page/Bonham/Jones. In my opinion, Joe Walsh is way underrated as a vocalist. Those vocal notes he is hitting are incredibly high, and he’s absolutely nailing them. Of course, his guitar playing has always been phenomenal and highly identifiable. 👍🏼🎸😎
Joe Walsh. The most underrated genius of the rock genre. James Gang. Eagles. Solo career. Dude just doesn’t get his deserved due👍🙏🙏💯💯
The only cool Eagle
Yes he does. Everybody knows that name. Hes even in the RRHF. Maybe you just heard of him, but folks been loving him for close to 50 years.
I wholeheartedly agree ✌️
I've seen the Eagles a couple times. The only real "Rockers" in the shows are from Joe's repertoire.
Went to see the Eagles cause I heard Joe Walsh would be there.
My dad is good friends with Jimmy Fox the drummer. I remember him coming around the house when I was a kid and taught me how to do a drum roll when I was learning to play drums. Really cool guy. He was at my wedding.
That’s terrific!!
His drumming really shines on this song. Cool that you know him!
@@cherylwoodward They met through collecting license plates. Jimmy also collects metal signs.
That bass line is a real hidden gem if you focus on it. Lots of variation and still locked in solid with the drums. That's where the funk in Funk #49 lives.
Yes it is. Vastly underappreciated. It's fun to play too.
Dale Peters. Really solid.
Jim Fox killing it on drums, too. One of the best power trios of all time.
Saw one of their reunion shows at Blossom Music Center a while back. Was like just as good as ever.
There's a Howard Stern show where they do this live right before that, which is on youtube. Totally magical.
word .... back when I was trying to imitate John Paul Jones....
The best run happens during the fade out. 2 climbs up and down in sequence before returning to the groove.
Joe Walsh from way back, and still jamming out! Walk Away should be next up from The James Gang, or else Funk #48. Joe Walsh has a good amount of excellent music. Keep bringing it.
Or the full, The Bomber: Closet Queen/Bolero/Cast Your Fate to the Wind
Should have done Funk #48 and Funk #49 as a medley. Funk #48 ends exactly where Funk #49 begins
When the James Gang toured with the Who during the time of this song, as a gesture of gratitude, Joe Walsh gifted Pete Townshend a 1959 Gretsch 6120 with a Fender Bassman amp. Pete had been using Gibson SGs but Gibson changed the design of them and Pete didn't care for the way the new models sounded, and he was struggling to find the tone he wanted. This new Gretsch guitar and Fender amp combo blew Pete away. He says it was and is the loudest guitar he'd ever owned or will own. It become the foundation of the Who's sound for all of Who's Next and Quadrophenia. So thanks Joe Walsh for being integral to some great Who music in the 70s!!!!
Great story. The reason that I read the comments is for stuff like this.
I attended a show on this tour and can attest that both bands were firing!
@@jimmoore8951 - wow!!!!! Just wow!! What a treat I’m sure!
Didn't joe walsh also give jimmy page a les paul?
@@RonLesPaul - yes I think that marked the switch for Jimmy from fender to Gibson.
This Jam is immediately imprinted on your brain when you hear it. The remarkable guitaring Joe Walsh is attributable to this and can and will almost defiantly make you feel the energy. Add the guitars to the bass, and the screaming hot lyrics and vocals, and you find yourself lost in the Rock & Roll Funk that was the 70s. Great pick, as always, guys. You should give their song "Walk Away" & "Woman" a listen.
Three-piece band from Cleveland fronted by Joe Walsh.
Every bar band in early 70's played this song & Walk Away.
Sold a lot of cowbells!
They are from Cleveland, Ohio. And they get back together now and then to play short tours (when Joe is not doing his Eagles thing, or solo work). For his solo work you will like Rocky Mountain Way (Joe is one of the best slide players around) and also Life's been Good (to me so far)" which shows off Joe's really great sense of humor (his interviews are a treat). Enjoy!
Said he learned how to play slide from Duane Allman, when the James Gang played some play dates with the Allmans.
Life been Good is a favorite 👍✌
Funk #49 released in 1970. Joe Walsh was really making a name for himself. He is a guitar master.
YES this was RELEASED in 1970 so y’all can calculate out the subsequent imitators/borrowers/thieves from that! ✊🏽😆
Joe Walsh, the guitarist, also is responsible for Jimmy Page’s No 1 guitar. Joe had the 1959 Gibson Les Paul originally, and had some work done on it in a shop in Chicago. He didn’t like it and convinced Jimmy to buy it from him for $500.00. He used it when they recorded the second album. He always refers to it as his No 1. As to the reaction, I’ve always loved James Gang, and I even saw Joe Walsh live during his solo career. He is one of my favorite guitarists.
3 guys. They from Cleveland. Joe Walsh is the singer,guitarist, song writer. Went on to a solo career, check out Rocky Mountain Way by Joe. Then joined the Eagles, the first album he made with them was Hotel California. He’s a monster!
Yeah that's right I said Toledo somewhere else in the comments but you're right they were from Cleveland.
This dude is a Rock icon. James gang, then a huge solo career, and then The Eagles asked him to join one of the top Rock Bands in the world. Joe is a legend and a great guy. More Please.
Thanks
Gentlemen , that's some sampling material there .
Joe Walsh is a Deep Well .
Vast inventory .
So much funk in this song
Joe was a rock Icon before, during and after the Eagles... in fact he helped them become the iconic band they are.
The Eagles heard his album and said "we wanna sound like that...!"
"Joe is an interesting bunch of guys.." ~ Glenn Frey
Joe's spoken word/playing guitar video explaining how he wrote "Life's Been Good'' is Amazing..! He's really a funny guy.
Stripped down funky rock. My favorite kind.
That was the impeccable Mr. Joe Walsh on guitar and vocals the man's a legend!!
Oh hell yeah! Great tune to fire up my morning - like others have said below, Joe Walsh is an underappreciated genius, and this riff will stay in your head for a good long time. Always great rocking out with you guys - much love from Canada!
Great riff! Always loved Joe Walsh. Check out his tune "Confessor."
I love Joe Walsh's guitar riffs. James Gang was an American rock band formed in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1966. The band went through a variety of line-up changes until they recorded their debut album as a power trio consisting of Joe Walsh, Tom Kriss, and Jim Fox. Dale Peters replaced Kriss on bass for the band's second and third album. As much as I love Funk #49.... their song "Walk Away" was their biggest hit.
Before their shows, the band would warm up with jams that they numbered. This one was number 49 and funky, so when they decided to record it, they named it Funk #49.
"Funk #49" brought the James Gang, and especially Joe Walsh, to everyone's attention back in the day. Had the opportunity to see Joe live twice, and he delivered everything I wanted, and then he delivered some more. He is sooooo talented, and he is really funny and serious at the same time. A true genius of Rock and Roll.
One of my favorite slide guitar players
Joe is a great guitar player
Thanks fellas. Much appreciated 🙏
All hail the Vibraslap! The most unique, identifiable, and cool percussion instrument ever.
You guys are so freaking lucky to be hearing all the songs you react to the very first time. I was born in 1960 so I grew up on these songs. btw, Joe Walsh (mostly of The Eagles fame) on both lead and rhythm guitar and lead vocals 🔥
That was a great song, another great song by the James gang is The Bomber it includes a rock version of Ravel's Bolero which really sounds cool on an electric guitar.
It's only three guys playing - drums, bass, and guitar. I believe I heard Joe Walsh say in an interview once that he left the James Gang because he was tired of playing both lead and rhythm guitar AND singing lead, all at the same time.
@russelbarnes is totally right! Those were og Licks. This album came out 1969--72. 3 piece band.
Try "turned to stone" or Rocky Mountain Way. Nice job, young folk!
Great reaction. One of my all-time favorites.
I covered this song in several bands I've been in. A very fun song to play.
Back in the mid-late 70's when I was in high school, if you had a rock band you played this song and also "Walk Away". Required play list material!
Rocky Mountain way was it for my local garage bands
Wow this takes me waaay back! Haven't heard it in a long time - It does have a lot going on but there is no mistaking who it is with Joe Walsh when it gets going. Very cool, nostalgic vibe🍂 Thanks guys for taking me down memory lane with this 'funky' tune!🧡
Hey Fellas. Early Joe Walsh. He was always great. The James Gang, his solo career, and The Eagles. Shout out to you guys for reacting to this one. Peace.
This was played by all garage bands across the country back then..Joe also has a tune called Funk 48.
This has been my wake up alarm, ring tone for years! I wake up dancing sometimes!
Remember, guys, in music, good artists borrow - great artists steal.
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Jim Fox on drums. Dale Peters on bass and backup vocals. And Joe. They were so good.
I went to see Jimi Hendrix in Memphis in June of 1970. The James Gang, a band I never heard of previously, opened the show. Unfortunately, Jimi was in bad shape that night, apparently severely high and/or drunk. He was at least an hour late and played for less than an hour. Sadly he would overdose and die three months later. The James Gang gave a great performance playing songs from this album, and I became a fan, buying the album the following week. "The Bomber" is a great song on the album.
Freshman year in HS 1974 I went to a new friends house. Her older brother had a Joe Walsh LP titled The Smoker You Drink The Player You Get. Absolutely blew my mind. Have been a huge fan of Joe Walsh ever since. Great reaction gentlemen 👏
Would love to see you guys do a reaction to The Confessor by Joe Walsh. Great tune that no one ever reacts to.
Wow... you're really taking me back to my youth!!!!!!!! 💙💙💙☮☯😎 Love your reactions!!
Cleveland Rocks!!! Joe grew up partly in Columbus near OSU campus, only about a mile or so from where I am now. 🕊💖🎶
So many great things on this song it's easy to miss that thumping bass. As the British would say, yes quite so.
Thank you both for your reactions on this one!
Another great one.P.S love the MET hat bro.
JAMES GANG, "FUNK #49". 3 man band out of Cleveland Ohio. Young Joe Walsh lead singer and Guitar professional. More, "WALK AWAY", "THE BOMBER", "TEND MY GARDEN".
Love it!! This song is sooo old! I know cuz I was Young when it came out- long before there was a band called The Eagles! This was in Heavy rotation at our parties. Loved your head banging reaction 🤘💯
Oh! Such a great tune! Joe Walsh is a gem.
If you guys want to get a better feel of just how talented Joe Walsh is, watch his visit to Daryl's House (Daryl Hall's music jam session show). Phenomenal live performances there.
Another good song is 'The Bomber' or 'Walk Away'
Joe was so kind to all the younger musicians in Montclair when I was growing up in NJ😊
Good song. The Bomber (A. Closet Queen/B. Bolero/C. Cast Your Fate To The Wind) is great. Stop, Take a Look Around, Collage, Walk Away, The Devil is Singing Our Song & From Another Time are really good too.
One of the great guitar players/frontman that nobody talks about. Joe Walsh rocks as a matter of fact a little Rocky Mountain Way is probably something you both should hear!!!!! Awesome reaction🎸🎸🎸🎸
Classic!!!!!!
Definitely a no brainier how can you not like this classic.Big up Joe Walsh of the eagles
They are from Ohio. Check out Joe Walch's solo work . The Eagles were a great band before Joe Walsh. I saw the Eagles at my college, Billy Joel opened for them. After Joe joined they took it to another level.
One of the great things about music from the 60s and 70s is that colour was irrelevant. It was all about the music and that was all that mattered. Rock 'n' Roll wasn't just music. It was social change. ♥
One of the best ever three man bands
Straight outta Cleveland, baby!😎🎸
The James Gang...🎸great....
The story I heard was that there was a forth member of James Gang who was the lead singer and lead guitarist and he suddenly quit which forced Joe Walsh to learn to play a combination of lead and rhythm guitar, AND sing lead on most of their songs… not to mention do most of the writing…
I saw him live once in the 80s with just a drummer and bass… he’s super talented and cool….
Listened to this in high school. Our hard rock for my friends.
Gotta love James Gang and Joe Walsh! Talk about an eccentric guy!
James Gang - Rocky Mountain Way IS A MUST!!!!
This is another crazy song on my list from the lake. Shaking with the Ledge Mob.
Was present for Hell Freezes Over Concert Joe Walsh came out acting crazy. Joel Walsh is AWESOME guitarist. ❤
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Try The Bomber next
Next..The Bomber. Same album.
When I became of age
My mama sat me down, said
Son, you're growing up, it's
Time you looked around
So I began to notice
Some things I hadn't seen before
That's what brought me here
Knockin' on your back door...
Got to see em live at college........great band!
Loved that band, oh back in the 70's again!
I really enjoy your analysis of the music and discussions. Have you evolved any of your music producing practices or playing as a result?
Oh y'all are in for a treat.
Brilliant observation on the similarity to Footloose!!! How did I never think of that???
They were formed in Cleveland, Ohio in 1966. There were just 3 ,, embers. They made these albums::
James Gang · 1966-1977 · 1991 · 1996 · 1998 · 2001 · 2005 · 2006 · 2022.
This song is from like 1969-1970 . It is one of the the OG's of funky rock riffs .
You know like when a song reaction really hits the spot - didn't know what I wanted to hear til I saw it.
"IN THE CITY", "WALK AWAY", "ALL NIGHT LONG", "ROCKY MOUNTAIN WAY', "THE CONFESSOR",
"PRETTY MAIDS ALL IN A ROW"(with the Eagles)
I just saw Joe Walsh and the James Gang in November! They are from ohio. It was Joe Walsh and the James Gang. The Black Keys , Nine Inch Nails, and The Breeders. All those bands are from Ohio. It was Ohio Fest, lol. It was a truly amazing night of live music! It is a three piece band, by the way.
Went to The History of the Eagles concert several years ago. The played some songs from each members solo career. Joe Walsh played Rocky Mountain Way and Life's Been Good to Me. But one of the highlights of the concert was their rendition of Funk #49. Just outstanding. And as others have said Walk Away is a must listen.
😁 As an old Skool BGirl from the Boogie Down, 🤗 this song had all kinds of breaks we practiced routines to. 😉 This, PFunk's Flaslight and Soul Makossa by Manu DiBango were GUARANTEED to be played at a block party! Everybody had those 45's! 🥰🐰
☺And of course..... WE NEED MORE 🐮🔔
Great Reaction again! Next up...."The Bomber" another James Gang Classic.
I was going to Uni in mid 70's in Thunder Bay and my buddy and I drove to Minnesota to see him. Joe was solo then but obviously he did this song. Good memories for me and I'm glad you liked it. A must listen by Joe would be "Life's Been Good". Great music with a somewhat reggae beat and hilarious lyrics, check it out. Great stuff guys...
Infectious groove!
2 Head Bobbers are
better than 1!
Good Reaction Guys as always!
Great song.
The James Gang was a 3 piece band from Cleveland. As others have mentioned, it was our introduction to Joe Walsh.
Give a listen to The Ashes The Rain & I.
Funk #50 is also worth a listen.
James Gang was seriously awesome
The groove is deep w this one Lifes been good is another
Life of Illusion is another must listen👍👍
" Funk #49" came out fourteen years before "Footloose". It was a three man band. Joe Walsh on guitar and vocal.
I remember getting the album, and printed on the inside of the album jacket it said "Made loud, to be played loud", and I remember following these instructions explicitly!
First concert I ever attended! Wollman rink Central Park NYC miller concert series 1974❤
3 man band. Story goes the lead singer and rhythm guitar player quit just before they were supposed to go on stage. Joe Walsh took over their duties and they went on anyways and a legend was born.
Classic story when Joe was on the Letterman show- he said he was friends with Keith Moon and Joe Belushi (RIP) and would party (Joe was a severe alcoholic) with them all night- and feared for his life because of the things the other two did that had to their untimely deaths. Joe went into rehab and has been sober for decades- mellow, down to earth guy despite being a guitar master
1:35 wow great catch guys! shh lol
Nothing like Funk #49 to get yer ass movin'. I have all three of James Gang albums (with Joe Walsh)...good stuff. Joe is in my top 5 guitar heroes, behind Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton and Stevie Ray Vaughn.
Good job picking up that🎉 Footloose Riff in Funk #49😮
Jimmy Fox is laying down that drum beat, and im my humble opinion he's one of the best feel drummers ever!
This could easily be a song off of Led Zepplin 2 a la Page/Bonham/Jones.
In my opinion, Joe Walsh is way underrated as a vocalist. Those vocal notes he is hitting are incredibly high, and he’s absolutely nailing them.
Of course, his guitar playing has always been phenomenal and highly identifiable.
👍🏼🎸😎
Joe Walsh is a deeeeep rabbit hole that never ends. He's only gotten better with age.
King of Slide and Talk Box….Joe Wash! My Favorite Eagle!